James Cameron went to the bottom of the ocean yesterday. And Cindy Cardella, super-cruiser and Kate's PR person for the cruise, went to the bottom of the barrel.
In addition to the (lame) activities Alice Travel promises cruise-goers with Kate, Cindy is now sending e-mails around promising anyone who signs up they will be able to be able "to sit, have a cup of tea and get to know her. Kate would love to meet her fans." Oh, and, oopsie daisy, Cindy is forgetting to BCC her emails, exposing twenty-six potential clients' names and e-mail addresses to each other. Good one, Cindy. Just like last week when she tweeted a potential client's last name.
So, would tea time with Kate and fans be enough to draw you in?
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I'm thinking how lucky the Gosselin children are to have a Grandma in their life, if even for 2 weekends a month!
There's a new parody about Kate on some show called Stevie TV on VH1. It spoofs Kate running a daycare. Jon is slammed some, but Kate looks the worst.
http://www.vh1.com/video/misc/752158/kate-plus-great-daycare.jhtml?xrs=playershare_fb
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RUMOR ALERT!
Someone commented on a gather.com piece (not Sue_Buddy, alas) that Kate and Stevie hied off to Turks & Caicos today for a little vacay! Could it be? I can't say I would be surprised.
She's certainly past due.
http://celebs.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981221575
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Has the original comment been deleted? I see comments responding to it. Could this explain the hair, the tailoring? Maybe there's an event there? It was reported on GWOP so it might not be true. Even wife of a hardworking pap is back on there. What a day for Gosselinland.
SeeSaw most other cultures would have looked at that article and wondered, why WOULDN'T one live with their mother? :)
An attorney friend of mine lives with his in-laws and they don't pay rent. So many people react like, whoa isn't that horrible your INLAWS?! He's like no it's really not it works out fine. They're nice people, he LIKES them. He never has to hire a babysitter for this three young kids because they are always there. They speak Spanish to the kids so the kids are now bilingual without ever going to Spanish class. They take the family credit card and do the grocery shopping and gas up the cars for them during the day. They don't need a cleaning lady because they're always there cleaning as they go. They often cook the meals. And the kids get to grow up close to their grandparents. I love this family, they have pool parties and they are a joy to be around.
They don't provide very much actual money to the household but they make up for it in so many other ways. Shame on a society that would look down on this.
I see the comment on Gather now. Sorry.
If it's true she sure looked looked miserable yesterday for having a nice little vacation coming up.
Tweet-le (197), it's in the comments section of that article.
Admin - The focus on family can feel a little odd for us Americans. My daughter lives in Italy with her Italian husband. His parents have told us if we ever want to move there we must live with them (the parents not my daughter). Because we are family. I doubt that would happen here (and haha not sure I'd be comfortable with that but it's lovely of them).
If you went on a vacation for your birthday, wouldn't you want to take a girlfriend along? Why your road manager? Since her best friends are her tweeties, I'm sure that there are quite a few there who would volunteer to accompany her. CJ? Milo? Paige? Happy?
Would Steve go with her for free -- out of the goodness of his heart? There is no way in hell I'd let my husband fly off to a Caribbean island with a single woman, no matter if he's making mega bucks for the trip.
Of course, it could be just a rumor...
I too wondered if CC opened up that comments section as a precursor to letting her go. What's sad is that it'll be mostly the fault of the 'fan' who has taken over and is jumping on every anti-Kate poster there. OK, I'm done now.
Most people spend their birthdays doing what makes them happy. Kate goes on vacation without her kids. Enough said.
PJ's momma said... 7
I too wondered if CC opened up that comments section as a precursor to letting her go. What's sad is that it'll be mostly the fault of the 'fan' who has taken over and is jumping on every anti-Kate poster there.
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I don't think so. If they opened comments for that reason, she's about to be fired anyway.
But Kate is at least partly responsible for that fan's behavior, as she has done absolutely nothing to discourage horrible behavior on her Twitter feed, even though it has gone on for months and months. She could have taken it private from the start, or as soon as the issues blew up. She chose not to.
She also writes slipshod, self-involved blog posts that have little to do with saving money, and often offer terrible advice. She's earned termination, all by herself. She doesn't need the fan's help.
Kate is predictable, if nothing else.
Her pattern is such that when she is home, with the kids, she tweets.
When she's traveling with Steve, she's silent.
Today was a dead giveaway that she's traveling...ONE tweet? On HER special day? If she had been home, she would have been tweeting like a mad woman, to soak up all of the love and accolades coming her way from her adoring sheeple.
There's only one reason why she wouldn't have tweeted like crazy today, and that's because she was traveling.
I don't begrudge anyone going on a vacation - but the fact that her kids were on Spring Break just a few weeks ago - and she couldn't even take them to the MOVIES - speaks volumes on where her priorities lie.
And they don't lie with her kids.
http://www.foxnews.com/slideshow/entertainment/2010/05/04/rejected-playboy/#slide=2
ROFLMAO!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Sorry, don't know how to make that link clickable.
It's old news, but GOOD NEWS. Once again, ms fantasy delusion liar is caught --- it's the comment by Hugh Hefner that she was never asked to pose, she wasn't even ever considered.
Fox411 seems to be recycling stories but I wish I weren't blocked by kart so I could tweet this to her.
Remember her tweet that they keep asking but she would never agree?
Stupid lying nutcase -
Anyhoo, oldie but goodie - love, love, love when she gets caught in a lie.
She's Out of here, everything you said is absolutely true. Instead of saying, "Block the haters and have fun!", she should say, "Don't engage. I choose not to and I don't need you to defend me." Instead, she says, "Stop copying me on those hater tweets because I have them blocked but can now see them because you're copying me!" Never does she tell them to back the hell off or threaten to block them if it doesn't stop.
And yes, her blog sucks and is COMPLETELY contrary to her chosen lifestyle.
Oh - I meant to add, THAT'S why the cake was baked several days ago. Because she knew she wouldn't be home today to celebrate the day with her kids.
That CJ person is a lunatic. I wonder how long CC, will let CJ rampage, before they close the comments as someone here said?
If the rumor of Kate flying off to vacation is true, I'm not surprised, she has been very quiet lately, very little tweeting. 2 tweets today so far, it's almost bedtime.
Yeah, I think she's gooone. With Stevie. She didn't even retweet any of Cindy's announcements today, and milo has been silent this evening (I think she might know, I know they communicate privately by e-mail).
If this IS true, I hope to heaven it finally puts paid to the "impoverished mom of 8" nonsense once and for all. She is clearly NOT concerned about money if she's trotting off to a VERY expensive island paradise in high season with her BODYGUARD. And no, there is NO possible way it could be for work--unless of course, People is having her back on their cover. Perish the thought!
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I don't think so. If they opened comments for that reason, she's about to be fired anyway.
But Kate is at least partly responsible for that fan's behavior, as she has done absolutely nothing to discourage horrible behavior on her Twitter feed, even though it has gone on for months and months. She could have taken it private from the start, or as soon as the issues blew up. She chose not to.
She also writes slipshod, self-involved blog posts that have little to do with saving money, and often offer terrible advice. She's earned termination, all by herself. She doesn't need the fan's help.
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Yes, exactly what I thought too. They can let her go anytime, they don't need to go about putting a comments section on the blog to do it. They knew she was controversial and polarizing before they hired her. For the life of me I do not understand why they took her on in the first place.
I have no idea why they haven't canned her yet except perhaps they thought she'd improve in time but it's obvious she's getting worse.
I can honestly say I've never seen a woman so ill-suited for so many jobs.
Haven't read the comments yet so I apologize if this has already been said.
Administrator - you need to do a post with that awful INF photo of kate alongside the tweet about how she doesn't look a day over 21. LOL
First time poster on 15 Minutes... (LONG time lurker ;) I just wanted to send my condolences to Dmasy. I love your input here. I lost my Step-father earlier this week, so I feel your pain. It is always difficult to lose a loved one and close family member-- You are in my prayers, sweetie.
Secondly- the NE article about Jon is pure rubbish. Several known inaccuracies... bad reporting! I just started Twitter, and should tweet Sue Buddy about it. Kate blocked me almost immediately, because of my name (LOL), and the fact that I told her no one was paid for the recent ROL article(s). Kart just can't handle the TRUTH! She also doesn't "Get it" that her Twitter account can be read by anyone, even an 8 year old! Speaking of not getting it... I guess Kate won't be getting any Birthday Sex tonite from Pursy (aka "Ratus Clawis" -Latin).
Let's not give Kate any ideas lol
http://www.vh1.com/video/misc/752158/kate -plus-great-daycare.jhtml?xrs=playershare_fb
kate being out of town could explain the early cake and the kids giving her the cards early.
if she did go out of town for her birthday then she sucks. Every adult deserves some fun but this woman has been moaning about the cost of movies, 3D glasses, milk and everything else lately.
Sheeple of course will say she DESERVES it. No matter the kids deserve things too. They are human being too and probably feel very left behind by their mother. imagine living with sourpuss kate all the time and only seeing her light up when she is LEAVING.
If kate is home then she is awfully silent and be be bemoaning her her loss of TLC sponsored Birthdays.
Gah! I'm sick of the word BirthDay. I don't even discuss my own this much. I better get to the gym and enjoy my one day off from work a week. I'm sure I'll peek back in before bed though. I like the comments from people who post here.
I'm hoping Kate piled the kids in the BBB and went out for dinner somewhere local. Kids like that kind of thing. I wonder if Kate knows that.
That CJ person is certifiable. I took a look at Jon's Twitter tonight and she(?) is positively hateful. Someone said they'd be afraid to go on a cruise with her. Me, too. I imagine non-fans would get tossed overboard by that brute.
I was wondering if CC is having some kind of retreat or business thing and having it in the Turks & Caicos? A lot of businesses do that. Didn't CC win some kind of millions of dollars for some kind of business thing in Vegas? Maybe this is their reward to the employees? A trip?
So then who is watching the kids? We know Jon is on a business trip.
If Kate did go, someone on twitter or facebook will blab about it.
Oh Admin., I forgot to mention- you're so right on about the living with parents comment. I mean, really Enquirer! As I mentioned, my Stepdad just died at 87 years old. My mother is all alone now, and the same age as Jon's Mom. I would see nothing wrong with it, if she asked to shack up with Hubby & I. She prefers her own home at the moment, but maybe someday. What's the BIG deal anyway, if it were in fact true? Heartless offspring alienate their parents... Hi Kate!
Thanks to whoever remembered that episode where Jon was staying with his mother because she broke her foot. That's right!
It's obvious to me Jon helps his mom when she needs help, and she helps him when he needs help. They are not special, this is how normal families operate under healthy circumstances and I'm sorry Kate and her sheeple look down on this. And they think we're arrogant.
"But Kate is at least partly responsible for that fan's behavior, as she has done absolutely nothing to discourage horrible behavior on her Twitter feed, even though it has gone on for months and months. She could have taken it private from the start, or as soon as the issues blew up. She chose not to."
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She must know what's going on and how hateful and bullying that fan is. Why doesn't she just read her the riot act -- tell her that she absolutely will not tolerate it and to knock it off?
She just lets it go on and on and on. WHY?
Sherry (#626)Kate lets CJ go on like a lunatic because she's paying to cruise. Can't pi$$ her off before the full fare is paid.
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I was wondering if CC is having some kind of retreat or business thing and having it in the Turks & Caicos? A lot of businesses do that. Didn't CC win some kind of millions of dollars for some kind of business thing in Vegas? Maybe this is their reward to the employees? A trip?
So then who is watching the kids? We know Jon is on a business trip.
If Kate did go, someone on twitter or facebook will blab about it.
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The thing is, though, it's all a rumor based on one comment on Gather. And while it may be true, there's also a good chance it's not.
There are several posters here who have always had reliable info on Kate's whereabouts and perhaps they've seen her at the kids' school or around town? It would be good to put rumors to rest - or validate them.
This discussion of living with parents or grown children has struck a nerve with me. Our country has only RECENTLY become a nuclear family style nation. We started out like all other countries- extended family style. We became nuclear family style as developed (and other western countries) into an industrialized nation. Again, this is a new, recent concept. Many other countries in the world still follow the extended family model and look down on the nuclear family concept. You can witness many immigrants here in America living together in extended families not out of necessity, but because that is how they are naturally. They would never consider being apart from their elderly parents, or aunts and uncles. So I, too, find it completely ridiculous that people will look down on other people for taking in their grown children, or their parents. That is the preferred family model. It makes for a better society, closer family bonds. Less narcissistic ;)
These are the other cover stories shared by "Octomum's" world exclusive bare-all pictures, from British Closer tabloid paper--for which (according to TMZ), she was paid $10,000.
Identical twins: We share a husband and take it in turns to have sex
Clubbing Mum: I taught my 15 year old daughter to drink, flirt and flaunt her assets
Eccentric Everard: My big fat gypsy bride is a REAL doll
OCTOMUM BARES ALL!: I've never looked this good!
KATE: This is your future. Despite what you tell yourself, you two are from the same child-exploiting mold.
She just lets it go on and on and on. WHY?
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Sherry - I wonder if Kate isn't just a little intimidated by her. Even with her pea brain she might have figured it out that she doesn't dare piss of that one. Talk about a rabid fan.
Sorry, piss OFF, not of.
Ex-Nurse said.. It takes the place of other idle pursuits like watching stupid reality shows and contemplating my belly button.
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Haha, reminds me of one of my favourite books by Dr. Niel Aronson "That's my Belly Button" about his years as a paediatrician.
Just read comments on CC. Kate is going to be PISSED at CJ.
I am sure it was fully discussed on a previous thread, but Kate actually did rebuke CJ on Twitter a few weeks ago for RT'ing a bunch of stuff that was "proving" that someone was a hater (or something like this, the whole incident was so insane I never was sure what was happening or what point CJ thought she was making). CJ tweeted this crap for something like 12 hours, without cease, sending to BOTH Kate and Jon. I think Jon just ignored it all, but at some point Kate told CJ to knock it off, she didn't want to see it. CJ tried to explain, then she shut up for a couple of days. Her Twitter was all sweetness and light for maybe a week, but she's been cranking up a new head of steam in recent days. Culminating in . . . today's CC lunacy.
Thing is, Kate KNOWS CJ (+ 4, her whole family) is coming on the cruise, so she couldn't just block her and walk away. What I DON'T get is why Kate and Cindy between them aren't attempting to put a lid on her--she CANNOT be helping their cause at this point and may actually hurt it by driving people away. I think if they told her to back off, she would, as I doubt she would want to be explaining to her hubby why the cruise line doesn't want to take their money.
SeeSaw most other cultures would have looked at that article and wondered, why WOULDN'T one live with their mother? :)
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I was just thinking that. Hmm, did "Everybody Loves Raymond" scare everyone into wanting to be as far from their parents as possible? And as someone said, parents don't stop raising their kids at 18. At least they shouldn't. Don't get me into helicopter parents though. There's a difference between not kicking the kid to the curb on their 18th bday and calling their profs to complain or plead excuses.
Gift@35 said, "I think if they told her to back off, she would, as I doubt she would want to be explaining to her hubby why the cruise line doesn't want to take their money."
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I don't think she would back off. It's an addiction, and as you said, she behaved for awhile, but is back again in full force. When you have that kind of mental illness, you can't stop...and she won't. Her job in life is defending Kate and outing haters. What else would she have left to do? It's her full-time job.
She can't see that what she is doing is quite possibly the reason for the lack of cruisers? Who wants to be on a ship with a lunatic for a week?
Sherry - I wonder if Kate isn't just a little intimidated by her. Even with her pea brain she might have figured it out that she doesn't dare piss of that one. Talk about a rabid fan.
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Auntie -- you mean it's a case of "hide the bunny?" Could be that she knows not to mess with her. I hope that Kate has really good security on that ship, especially for the twins.
As a nanny I worked a few celeb events where fans could show up and I found the whole thing creepy. A few fans were VERY obsessed but not nearly as bad as Kate's.
Even if I adored the celeb and wanted to be at the event a couple obsessed fans would be plenty enough to make me think the whole thing would be WEIRD plus not want to be associated with that. I wouldn't go on that basis alone. I spent the whole time making sure the fans didn't come anywhere near the kids I was watching.
Butterfly I totally agree with your "sediments." It IS a recent thing and maybe it's not such a good thing!
My grandfather grew up on a working dairy farm. When the first son married, he and his wife built a house right there on the farm not 100 feet away from the first farmhouse. They lived out the rest of their lives there and when his mother (my great grandma) got quite elderly into her 90's (and 100's!) they were always right there to help. It was normal, this is how folks did it. Great-grandma looked after him as a child, he went on to look after her as an adult. Honor thy mother. I never asked how they worked out al the finances--the upkeep, the property taxes, etc., but I never once, not once ever saw them on bad terms with each other.
Oh, and her grandkids, who are in their 50's and 60's now, had a wonderfully delightful bond with grandma that I loved to see and modeled my own relationship with my grandparents after. They lived right there and could always pop over to grandma's. Plus in the teen years?? What a great thing to be able to do to go commiserate with grandma and grandpa about the parentals over cookies and milk.
You can still see this in this community. A prominent farm family has built a line of houses on their property for their two sons and daughter. They all live there. They are not weird or odd, they are a nice family.
I don't think living with or near your parents is for everyone however to me it is ludicrous to suggest oh that must be a screw up who lives with their parents. That couldn't be further from the truth for many families and is so highly offensive I'm still in shock over that article. And it's certainly not good to estrange all these supportive people in your life like Kate has. From one extreme to the other.
Now CJ's deleting some of her comments--not all, yet. But she's adding some, too. You may be right, Kokomo, maybe she simply cannot stifle herself.
Since so many of her comments were direct slams on Jon (inappropriate as the topic, or forum, may have been), I hope that someone kept them and will forward them on to him. I don't think the twins should be exposed to someone with this level of mania. No matter how much cash Kate might be forfeiting.
Speaking of creepy/obsessed fans- this CJ could possibly ruin the cruise for Kate's others fans - judging by her monopolizing behavior. She seems to appoint herself Kate's spokesperson, defender, she answers for Kate on Twitter (I understand, as I dont have Twitter). This could really blow up in Kate's face. I don't know if other celebrities have had this problem, but I sure hope Kate and her organizers are at least thinking about it. It sure would be a shame to upset some legitimate, normal fans of Kate's because of a psycho lunatic fan.
I don't know if other celebrities have had this problem
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Yes they have. Give a fan an inch they take a mile. The difference is most celebs know how to SHUT IT DOWN. Kate doesn't have the first clue and wants her money whether she scares off everyone or not. You have to believe even some of Kate's most obsessed sheeple are smart enough to realize this fan is not representative of all the sheeple and bad news. Just like we don't like being associated with some of the crazier non-fans.
Well, I guess, Kate only went out for her birthday. She just tweeted. And I see the lunatic CJ, has been deleteing some of her posts. Good Job CJ, chase away some more Cruise customers, and chase away CC, customers. I'm sure Kate is gonna love that.
I've never seen an adult who insists on being lavished with so much attention for just a run of the mill 37th birthday. You would think she just turned the big 12.
Wait.
If this CJ person is proving herself to be unstable and crazy from her posts on CC and her tweets to Jon, wouldn't Jon be able to use it as proof that she could be a danger to his children on the cruise? Maybe Mady and Cara shouldn't be going or maybe CJ should be banned from the cruise.
I finally gave in (thanks PJsmomma!) and started to read some of the comments on Coupon Cabin. I have a feeling that she may be paid by the click, but, Wow! I CC is auditing her comments, I don't see how these certifiably crazies could be considered good for business, especially when they attack the real couponers! Case in point: There was this innocent comment, that was tucked in between harrowing cat-killing accusations and racism claims:
"Coupon Cabin:
I don't understand why you have this person writing for you. I've read her column and there are never tips couponers can use. Is it just to give her a a platform to talk? As a serious couponer, I was hoping to get some good tips. Even when she does give a tip or two, it's the MOST basic thing in the world. Come on, surely ther are better people to give advice on this site that this woman, who I understand was in some reality TV show once? (I don't watch a lot of TV)"
Please get someone good to write this column. This is ridiculous. I don't even know who she is, much less a I celebrating her birthday. "
Signed XXXXX (Unfortunately, she posted her full name)
Here is CJ.s response:
"Please show me the weapon pointed at your head "Jane"' forcing you to read this blog of Kate's :-) Oh, and have a nice IP....er, DAY! Yeah, that's the ticket! {big conspiratorial wink because I don't know who you are, really I don't!} ;-) And more cake and ice cream for those of us who ARE celebrating Kate's birthday today!"
All I can say is RESTRAINING ORDER...if Kate allow this lunatic near her twins, all of the kids should be removed from her custody.
In getting caught up, I saw references to some of the comments, but didn't see complete quotes.
By the way, I am extra wonderful because, for some reason, I couldn't cut and paste, and had to type every single word of it, while reading it on my itty bitty iphone screen.
I agree with the poster who said how nice it was that the kids will spend every other weekend with grandma. With another set of loving eyes and hands, maybe the kids can get some individual recognition and attention, instead of alwayd being a 6-pack and 8-pack. And, Kate should thank her lucky stars that Jon is a role model for treating a parent respectfully, the importance of including extended family in his life.
I think I am in outrage fatigue--I can't even work up a good rant about Kate possibly abandoning her family on her birthday! Maybe later....
Mary said...If this CJ person is proving herself to be unstable and crazy from her posts on CC and her tweets to Jon, wouldn't Jon be able to use it as proof that she could be a danger to his children on the cruise? Maybe Mady and Cara shouldn't be going or maybe CJ should be banned from the cruise.
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I'm of the opinion that even if every single Khate fan cruiser has had a thorough psych eval, criminal background check, high government security clearance, and searched for lice, the twins should not be used as a lure to sell rooms and forced to meet and greet. Period.
EM,
I was thinking about you the other day and wondering how your son is doing. Isn't one of your boys being treated for stomach issues/possible h.pylori?
I'm catching up on my reading and Dmasy, I'm so sorry to hear your news. Sending you and your family healing and caring prayers.
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There is no shame in being close enough with your family to be willing to be together and help each other thru difficult times.
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Oh, will the irony and hypocrisy EVER end???? The sheeple (and NE) are slamming Jon because his mom *may* be living with him (or vice versa, but that’s just logistics and semantics). You have it right, EM -- *whatever* the reason they may have joined households, if it’s to support one another, there’s no way you can slam them. I don’t know if the story is true or not, but if Jon’s mom *is* living with them, reasons might include: (1) she’s older and in need of closer care (if that’s the case, applauds to the son who stepped up to support her!), (2) Jon needs help with the kids because HE HAS A FULL-TIME JOB (in which case, applauds to grandma for stepping up to help her son and grandkids). or (3) Countless other personal reasons that are none of our business. There’s a word for this, sheeple. It’s called FAMILY. That’s what families do for each other -- they help one another.
So pathetic and ironic that the sheeple never call Kate out for alienating her kids from their grandparents and all other extended family who “don’t know how to help them.” Really … WHO’S the better parent here? The one who brings extended family into the kids’ lives, or the one who alienates them from their relatives??
To add to a previous comment from Admin … it’s true – it is a uniquely American attitude that family members should be independent, separate, isolated. We were stationed in Italy for three years, and I can tell you that Italians cannot fathom why any child would leave home until s/he is married – even if they’re well into their thirties. “Kids” live at home (without judgment or shame), sleeping in the same twin bed in their childhood bedroom, until they get married. That’s EXPECTED. And, when they get married, it’s also expected that they will live close to the rest of the extended family – if not on the family “compound,” as Italians build onto their properties as children are born, to prepare for their future residences. I’ve also lived in Spain and Germany, and I can say the attitude is similar to Italy’s. It’s a uniquely American phenomenon to be ashamed (or to be MADE to be ashamed) of being an adult living with one’s parents, and/or to rely on family in times of need.
I don’t know if the story about Jon and his mom is true, but I have to reiterate that I find it disturbing that Jon would be called out for actually uniting his family, while Kate is given a free pass for completely alienating hers.
Can we hit the flusher yet, or are Kate's fifteen minutes still circling the bowl??????
Anger issues, Kate was able to tweet from Australia, so I'm sure tweeting from a luxury resort in the Caribbean is not a problem. Time will tell. . . .
Man Behind the Curtain said-
So pathetic and ironic that the sheeple never call Kate out for alienating her kids from their grandparents and all other extended family who “don’t know how to help them.” Really … WHO’S the better parent here? The one who brings extended family into the kids’ lives, or the one who alienates them from their relatives??
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EXACTLY!!! Who is the better parent here? It is the FAR better choice to bring Grandma and Grandpa in to help raise children- and who in their right mind would alienate their kids' grandparents?? (unless said grandparents are abusive of course). Come on, Family is the better option. You may not always get along, and you don't get to choose them, but they are your family :)
Kate couldn't have her family come live with her, nor her with them, because she ran them all off!
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First time poster on 15 Minutes... (LONG time lurker ;) I just wanted to send my condolences to Dmasy. I love your input here. I lost my Step-father earlier this week.
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Hello, Kristine. It's nice you have decided to start posting. I am very sorry for the loss of your step-father.
Man Behind the Curtain the only thing their "mama's boy" comments suggested to me is that they put the same exact value on family and support from your family as Kate does...which is basically, no value. Very sad, very skewed values, and speaks volumes about these people. I am sorry for them more than anything else. I'm sorry they don't feel comfortable turning to those you love and trust the most when times get tough. I'm sorry they see this as something to be ridiculed.
If supporting your parents and having them support you make you a Mama's boy (or girl) then so be it. I guess Obama is also a Mama's boy!
The sheep should be so lucky to have "mama's boys" someday. Tired of their skewed reality.
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Man Behind the Curtain the only thing their "mama's boy" comments suggested to me is that they put the same exact value on family and support from your family as Kate does...which is basically, no value. Very sad, very skewed values, and speaks volumes about these people. I am sorry for them more than anything else. I'm sorry they don't feel comfortable turning to those you love and trust the most when times get tough. I'm sorry they see this as something to be ridiculed.
If supporting your parents and having them support you make you a Mama's boy (or girl) then so be it. I guess Obama is also a Mama's boy!
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Barack Obama's mother has been dead since 1995 so it would be a little difficult for him to be a Mama's boy at this point in time. Good god.
I haven't been able to catch up on comments, but I did read the NE article. Call me biased (cuz I am :) but this has the stank of Kate all over it. No longer able to get on Regis & Kelly or the Today show to trash the father of her children, is this what it's come to, being a 'source' giving false info? I think she wanted to deflect her twatter wars and put the heat back on Jon, 2009 style. WTF is up with naming the person Jon is allegedly dating? If this is true, that was really low.
The picture of her the other day was priceless, her outside matched how ugly her insides are. Her tanning has put 10 years on her for sure. But her negativity, her seething anger and obsession with revenge and control has taken it's toll as well. The caption over the pic should have read "The Grinch Who Stole Childhoods."
His Mother in Law, Anonymous. Same difference. The point is a mother, or mother-in-law, lives with the president and no one calls either of them mama's boys or girls.
EM, sadly these kind of people end up in crappy nursing homes wondering why their kids never visit them. While their peers who did not sneer at such things get to live with their adult children and have wonderful and fulfilling older years.
Admin that's why sheep baffle me. Obviously it's good to have extended family in your life and care for them and vise versa - If kate did it she would be a saint. Jon is rumored to be doing it and he's a homeless deadbeat. Meanwhile..all is silent when it comes to asking why kate has no extended family in her life whatsoever.
I could not imagine not picking the phone to call my parents and hear about their day or be able to tell them about mine. I would say maybe I was raised to view family differently but somehow I have a feeling that kate did not have a horrible chidhood nor do I think they do not care. I really think she kicked them to the curb once they "didn't know how to help her." It's strange that even family is disposable to her. She goes thru life cutting ties with everyone and then sits baffled and wonders why she has no one. Sadly, as she gets older and more bitter, if the kids aren't paying her bills she will kick them to the curb to as "no longer useful." Those kids are only worth the attention they get her in her mind. Just an observation from her behavior. if past behavior indicates future behavior then I'm not far off on my speculation.
http://community.aetv.com/service/displayDiscussionThreads.kickAction?as=119137&w=267399&d=866357&d-1169404-p=1
Interesting thread regarding Beth Chapman and her 'groupies' cyberstalking and posting personal info on twitter. Seems this person had enough and has reported all action to FBI Internet Threat & Fraud.
Verrrrrry interesting.
How many acres is the Konpound? Just think, the Gosselin family and Krieders could build a few houses on it, make it more of a Kennedy compound than the orphanage/pastoral prison it is now. There could be Jon, his mum, Jodi and Kevin plus kids.
#48 Bearswife
Thank you for much for thinking of my family.
My son was supposed to see the GI last week. He got lost on the way, got caught in an accident on the highway and they had to cancel his appt since he was over an hour late. I cannot get him back in until NEXT WEEK so he is just miserable.
Since I didn't go to the Dr. with him I didn't have full facts. At this point it is only speculated that he has an ulcer. He saw his regular Dr. and she said he had the symptoms. The 14 lb weight loss in 2 weeks, the sick feeling, the burning, the acid coming up etc.
He was given meds for the nauseous feeling and referred to the GI for what I think is an endoscopy? The regular Dr said she did not want to prescribe something strong (the cocktail I imagine)unless she is 100% sure and that it needs to be written by the GI.
So now we have to wait until next week. I just hope the weight loss stops. He looks skinnier. :0(
In the older neighborhood in our city there are still 'granny suites' in the back yards of some of the homes. It was common practice to build small homes for aging parents in the 1920s 30s and 40s. It was an excellent way to keep the family close and still let everyone have their privacy. Now we have zoning laws and by-laws that won't allow people to live that way anymore and so they are not allowed to be used as second residences. Isn't that sad? Apparently the powers that be in our city think there's more money in warehousing the older generation. Bastards.
Whos Beth Chapman?
Beth is Dog's wife. (the bounty hunter)
kate retweeted this quote from Kelly Osbourne
Kelly Osbourne @MissKellyO Close
"judging a person does not define who they are. Its defines who YOU are!"
It must be hard living in denial. If I felt so judged so often I would do a quick check on myself to see what the reason was. Do I live my life on other people's terms? NO ...but how can so many people see the same thing and kate just shrug it off as hate. It's really just an observation if anything.
One thing people do not understand..when you put yourself out there, people are going to comment and judge. It's out natural instinct to protect ourselves from harm. Pretty much everyone does a size up on people to determine if they are someone they would want in their personal life, to be influenced by, or to stay away from. It's called survival.
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EM, sadly these kind of people end up in crappy nursing homes wondering why their kids never visit them. While their peers who did not sneer at such things get to live with their adult children and have wonderful and fulfilling older years.
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Wow, and you are accusing others of being insensitive? Who are you to assume that someone is in a nursing home because no one in their family is willing to care for them. Talk about being judgmental and incredibly ignorant.
Tried to post this earlier, but I don't see it....
I finally gave in, and it is yet another dark and stormy Seattle night. I started to read some of the comments on Coupon Cabin. I have a feeling that she may be paid by the click, but, Wow! If CC is auditing her comments, I don't see how these certifiably crazies could be considered good for business, especially when they attack the real couponers! Case in point: There was this innocent comment, that was tucked in between harrowing, vile and venomous cat-killing accusations and racism claims:
"Coupon Cabin:
I don't understand why you have this person writing for you. I've read her column and there are never tips couponers can use. Is it just to give her a a platform to talk? As a serious couponer, I was hoping to get some good tips. Even when she does give a tip or two, it's the MOST basic thing in the world. Come on, surely ther are better people to give advice on this site that this woman, who I understand was in some reality TV show once? (I don't watch a lot of TV)"
Please get someone good to write this column. This is ridiculous. I don't even know who she is, much less a I celebrating her birthday. "
Signed XXXXX (Unfortunately, she posted her full name)
Here is CJ.s response:
"Please show me the weapon pointed at your head "Jane"' forcing you to read this blog of Kate's :-) Oh, and have a nice IP....er, DAY! Yeah, that's the ticket! {big conspiratorial wink because I don't know who you are, really I don't!} ;-) And more cake and ice cream for those of us who ARE celebrating Kate's birthday today!"
All I can say is RESTRAINING ORDER...if Kate allow this lunatic near her twins, all of the kids should be removed from her custody.
In getting caught up, I saw references to some of the comments, but didn't see complete quotes.
By the way, I am extra wonderful because, for some reason, I couldn't cut and paste, and had to type every single word of it, while reading it on my itty bitty iphone screen.
I agree with the poster who said how nice it was that the kids will spend every other weekend with grandma. With another set of loving eyes and hands, maybe the kids can get some individual recognition and attention, instead of always being a 6-pack and 2-pack. And, Kate should thank her lucky stars that Jon is a role model for treating a parent respectfully, the importance of including extended family in his life.
I think I am coming down with a case of outrage fatigue-- Off to contemplate my belly button.....
Anonymous, hyperbole to make a point. Look it up.
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Give it a rest. No comment defines every single situation. Most people understand that so a disclaimer is not required to post.
I saw nothing that said everyone in a nursing home falls in that category but you can rest assured SOME people are in there for that very reason. Alone, no visits, no calls. If you shut everyone out of your life where do you think you end up?
Anon
Most people understand that making a statement does not define every situation. Considering most people get that then you do not need a disclaimer to have an opinion.
Is every person in a nursing home there because of that reason? of course not. You you can be darn sure some are in there for that very reason. ALONE. No calls, visits or phone calls.
What do you think happens when you shut everyone out of your life?
They just finished debating the health care bill in the Supreme Court today. (By the way you can listen to some of the oral arguments online which surprisingly I found pretty easy to understand, the hypotheticals were real world examples we all understand like what about cell phones can we make it a law everyone has to have a cell phone?). But think about how many billions we could save if we went back to a society where we encourage families to stick together and take in older generations. Even if just 5% of people take in their parents instead of putting them in a nursing home, we could save billions. American independence is a wonderful thing, but it's gotten to the point where we are so fiercely independent that we have isolated ourselves, even from our own moms and dads.
It's hard to have a conversation when people get so literal over every word. That closed mind is what makes a sheep a sheep even. They latch on to what they need to hear and ignore all else.
They just finished debating the health care bill in the Supreme Court today. (By the way you can listen to some of the oral arguments online which surprisingly I found pretty easy to understand, the hypotheticals were real world examples we all understand like what about cell phones can we make it a law everyone has to have a cell phone?). But think about how many billions we could save if we went back to a society where we encourage families to stick together and take in older generations. Even if just 5% of people take in their parents instead of putting them in a nursing home, we could save billions. American independence is a wonderful thing, but it's gotten to the point where we are so fiercely independent that we have isolated ourselves, even from our own moms and dads.
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Anon
Most people understand that making a statement does not define every situation. Considering most people get that then you do not need a disclaimer to have an opinion.
Is every person in a nursing home there because of that reason? of course not. You you can be darn sure some are in there for that very reason. ALONE. No calls, visits or phone calls.
What do you think happens when you shut everyone out of your life?
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If she had stopped at the first part of her comment I would agree with you. However, by adding the "their peers who did not sneer at such things get to live with their adult children and have wonderful and fulfilling older years" implies that those who are in nursing homes are there based on their own behavior. I stand behind my opinion that the comment was rude and insensitive. Many people who "did not sneer at such things" do not get to live with their adult children for myriad reasons that have NOTHING to do with the anybody's personal conduct.
EM I try to ignore it. They are just looking for the tiniest hole so they can twist and turn around and make a snotty little post distorting someone's words. It is the only thing they can do because they sure as heck can't come up with any logical way to defend Kate at this point. The hail mary in any debate is when you get personal, that means you got nothing left. They don't even try to debate the issues anymore, they just try to cut down the people.
EM I try to ignore it. They are just looking for the tiniest hole so they can twist and turn around and make a snotty little post distorting someone's words. It is the only thing they can do because they sure as heck can't come up with any logical way to defend Kate at this point. The hail mary in any debate is when you get personal, that means you got nothing left. They don't even try to debate the issues anymore, they just try to cut down the people.
Anonymous I never said ALL people in nursing homes are in a situation where their kids don't want them. Gimme a break.
My family has had at least a few family members in homes because there were reasons they couldn't be taken in (in our case, because their medical needs were beyond anyone's expertise). I am well aware that you cannot ALWAYS take someone in. Good grief, enough already.
You are missing the point, as usual. The point is that this idea that a mother and son live together is a bad thing is ludicrous at best.
Anonymous I never said ALL people in nursing homes are in a situation where their kids don't want them. Gimme a break.
My family has had at least a few family members in homes because there were reasons they couldn't be taken in (in our case, because their medical needs were beyond anyone's expertise). I am well aware that you cannot ALWAYS take someone in. Good grief, enough already.
You are missing the point, as usual. The point is that this idea that a mother and son live together is a bad thing is ludicrous at best.
We really have. The expectation is to send the kids packing at 18. Then kids eventually move out of state, start a family and slowly grow away from their family. There is not much focus on the American Family anymore. With the divorce rate so high it just adds further cracks and divides.
I still cannot believe Jon is a mama's boy if he lives with his mom. This is a man who went out into the world, started a family of his own, lost his father, stays close with his mom, got a divorce, remained on his own and lives a normal life. So why is it considered abnormal and something to be ashamed of if he does co-habitate with his mom? I would welcome my kids back into the house anytime. As a matter of fact, my oldest and his wife are going to move in with my parents in a few months. Why? To be with family - saving money on cohabitating is another bonus. My parents are wonderful grandparents and my kids love them deeply. My son wants to be surrounded by their love at this point in his life while he decides where his future. My parents cannot wait to have him there. Who wouldn;t want to be around someone who you know loves you no matter what? Sometimes you just want to be with family. It's not odd in any way. What's odd is removing non abusive family members for no reason other than to be an asshole.
By the way Admin RE Jon;s mom with the broken foot. I have a feeling that story was concocted more to explain his absence. Jon and kate were rarely seen in the house together in that season. I'm sure Jon jumped at the chance to go be with his mom during that time (if her foot was really broken)
EM, you would like the Jon and Ken radio show in L.A. Among the many things they talk about, they go on tirades about how kids in their 20's and even 30's are moving back in with their parents and their whole thing is that for most of them it's not about being lazy and being mama's boys and girls, it's about an incredibly tough economy out there, no jobs coming through or jobs that don't pay much, a mountain of student loans because you can't get a job without a degree anymore and scholarship opportunities are dwindling, and rent sky high. They say we need to stop looking down on these kids and start supporting them and not being so pretentious as to make them feel like moochers or loafers for making a wise financial decision and taking the help of family during a difficult time. Is it better to shun your parents' help and put it all on a credit card and get yourself even worse off? I don't think so at all. And someday when your parents need help, you'll remember when they had your back when times are tough. Karma can be a good thing too.
There is nothing wrong with grown children who live in their parents' home until they have enough $$ saved to put a downpayment on a home of their own, or until they've saved enough to live comfortably on their own. If everyone in the family is in agreement, what is so wrong with saving $800 - $1200 or more a month for a couple of years rather than giving it to a landlord? I don't see anything wrong with it and to those who do, I'd just thumb my nose at their opinion anyway and make the wisest choice for myself.
Auntie Ann yes I just think it's harder for younger people to thumb their nose at those looking down on them. Ugh you live with your parents whhha?
People just starting out, young people can be sensitive and that can really cut them down and make them feel like failures and that's sad. I think we as a society instead of reacting like that to someone living with their parents, no matter what the age, should react in a positive way, something like, isn't it great to have such a supportive family? I don't understand why we can't support people who are trying hard to get back on their feet. People these days need all the support they can get, it's tough out there.
I agree. Just because I moved out at 18 doesn't mean it was the best decision I could have made. Actually, when things did get rough I was so grateful to be able to return home while I got my life sorted back out. I don't know where I would be today without my parents.
Besides financial reasons, sometimes it;s also a huge plus to live with family for emotional reasons. Family keeps you straight. The KNOW you. You cannot bullshit them. It keeps you in touch with YOU.
A real bonus I found of living with my parents and my 2 sons for a while was that it let my parents and children become super close. When I did move back out I rented a home in their neighborhood.
When my kids were 9 and 10 I left the state for work and to be with my bf. My parents also left the state due to my dad needing to leave for work as well. I missed them but our time together really bonded us as a family and we stayed close. Kids loved flying up to go stay with their grandparents. My parents are huge supporters of my children and it's a blessing since their father abandoned them as babies. Me being with my parents really gave my kids the opportunities to see how a loving relationship works between 2 adults. Something they would not have had with me as a single mom. Their father (not my my decision) had nothing to do with them at all. My own father stepped in as their male role model and they admire him greatly. They always call their PopPop when they need to talk and I love it.
I'm a huge supporter of family first. I actually ache for people that I know who did not have a strong family unit like I did. My family is what I am most grateful for. I have been thru a lot in my life and it feels good to know I could always go home if I needed/wanted to.
Oh I agree the pressure is on for that age group. I try to encourage my kids to follow their gut and for the love of pete to try to make wise choices, not just financially but in all things and to not fall into herd mentality. They're free to do what suits them best when they get to that age when they feel they want to get a place of their own. I do think the economy is keeping a lot of kids over 18 at home right now, even if that's not where they want to be.
Off topic, but I'm catching up on Celebrity Apprentice right now. I'm watching the second episode and getting the gist of the group dynamics. I've decided I don't like Lisa Lampanelli, for now at least. She doesn't like to be interrupted, haha. But she doesn't mind interrupting.
I know you dont lke to see twwets on here Admin and you may delete this ..but .... Oh My
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@xxxxxx Is this about the death of that man Travyon?Or about people exploiting the man's death(including his parents, shame on them)?
Is this woman actually calling someone else an exploiter while defending kate to any extreme?
Sheep hurt my brain. Their thinking is so off kilter. no wonder why only approx signed up for the cruise. Would you really want to spend time around this person fawning over kate why spewing bs on other topics.
The twins do not need to be on this cruise exposed to fans. it's actually worse in a way that the group is so small. It's too intimate almost. kate deserves this. The kids no not. I really wish they were not going on this voyage. Where is the security for the kids going to be while steve lathers suntan oil on kate? Jon must be stressed about his children being around these strangers who think they are like family.
Auntie Anne I so love that show lol. You got a lotta catching up to do!
The girls team is not that impressive. Meh. However it is worth watching them to watch how much comeback tour Debbie Gibson annoys the living hell out of Aubrey. So funny.
I think Donald Trump's kids are so poised and classy. They are like classier versions of him.
Especially since I've had grandchildren I have wished for the old days when the whole family lived in the same town. My great grandmother lived with my grandparents so all of her children and their families would visit there. Sunday dinners and holidays were so much fun. Now, I am lucky to see my grandchildren once a month. I blame it all on the internet. Wow, do I sound old. lol
Divorce can be devastating on a family financially especially when you are married to a shrew like Kate Gosselin. For Jon to try and survive with a mediocre job and 8 children it must be nearly impossible. Kate and TLC ruined Jon for any chance at a prosperous life. From what I have observed and read Kate aggressively pursued this Korean man like a crazy woman and then once she caught him immediately and relentlessly began drugs to stimulate her ovaries, even going so far as to have sex against doctors orders. Jon wanted to wait to have children and then was happy with just the twins but being the nice (passive) guy he is went along with Kate. I really don't think it would have mattered if he did say no, she would have done it anyway. She even ended up with the only inheritance he would ever get from his father. For anyone to down Jon now because he may have had to resort to living with his mother is just plain terrible. All the man has been trying to do since he met Kate has been to keep his head above water. I'm sure he loves his children with all of his heart and wouldn't change a thing but I'll bet sometimes he dreads the day he met that calculating, greedy witch.
Tired. sentence should be "approx 30 people going on the cruise" and "while spewing bs"
is kate still peeing herself over sharing a bday with Lady Gaga? Does this somehow make kate special and destined for big fame too in her mind?
This cruise is going to be one of kate's stupidest ideas yet to scam a free vacation. She will be miserable plastering on her phony smile for the sheep. Even their accolades/fawning wont be enough to make this trip worth it. It sounds horrible in every way even to me and i wont be subjected to any of it. kate does not like mingling eith her fans. She has proven that time and again. She actually is going to stick herself on a ship on the ocean with 30 people to want to "hang." There would't be a ship big enough to not make this suck for her. I wonder if kate will actually start dreading the trip as it draws near. She deserves it though. This is her Sheeple Army of 30. You reap what you sew kate.
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So true about everything you have said.
I have a grandaughter I never get to see only mine is not distance. It's because the mom has bipolar disorder and had Borderline Personality Disorder and lives with her parents who control her. They act like the child is their's and make all decisions for her, and NOBODY on my d=side of the family gets to see her. It's all about control. They are even going to court to try to gain custody and daughter is happy to sign it away to please her parents. It's a mess and it breaks my heart i cannot afford an attorney for my son right now to help him. The are parental alienators and actually have the nerve to think a child is better off not being around her father of grandparents. We wont get to see her until the case is done and the visitation schedule is court ordered. It sucks.
Anyway, I got off topic. Just the mention of grandkids and family tonight brought it to the forefront of my mind.
RE Jon. I so agree with you. He was part of kate's "plan." It's sad what she did to their life and it's sad that he went along for the ride but I wonder, what could he do? You have 8 kids with a controlling woman. Look what happened to him when he left (or was sent away) I'm sure he knew he would be treated terribly and tried to stay as long as he could. This is a stand up guy in my opinion who would have stayed with kate thru anything for the sake of their children. kate however, had other plans and Jon was no longer useful to her. It's sad how she systematically destroys the lives of others. She's like a wrecking ball wreaking havoc over everything she encounters. I'm glad Jon is free of her and I hope he gets to spend more and more time with his kids but a lot of damage has been done to that family.
I wonder if kate ever regrets leaving Jon or if she relishes in being the martyr single mom?
I think Donald Trump's kids are so poised and classy. They are like classier versions of him.
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Totally agree. Donald jr is getting more handsome every season. Donald sr is like a very rich nerd. He just called Lou Ferrigno the Incredible Hunk. lol
Regarding the cruise.. I wonder if Cindy is doing dipshit things like sending mass emails with addresses to get people to talk about the cruise and get it into the tabloids for more exposure. Could she be that desperate to destroy her credibility just to get more bookings for this cruise? Surely she would be thinking of her career long term instead of having a shorterm success by coaxing booking from people. I wonder where her mind is on this trip. The engaging with sheep/haters. The tweets and emails. Why is she not acting like a professional? Is it intentional or did she just get sucked into the Kate Kurse?
Speaking of which Celeb Apprentice is the best thing the Trumps could have done for THEIR image. They seem like a nice family based on the show, I don't know much about them other than what we see on the show. I am sort of the "average person's" perception. Also I really appreciate how they've kept this an adult show as it should be. Donald's little son was on one episode for like 20 seconds and that's it. When kids are featured it's almost always because a celeb is giving a check to a children's charity. No exploitation at all.
Donald is REALLY nice to some of they underdog celebs most of the time. Like the team was kind of picking on Lou but Donald went on and on about how great he is and the team backed off. He has done this season after season, if he sees someone being bullied he doesn't fall for it and he tries to build them up. It's actually kind of nice of him. I wonder if he would try to keep Kate afloat a bit if he'd feel sorry for her. Kate really must get on this show, I must see this. :)
And there is nothing that throws Ivanka off. If a team is doing something really terrible she just sort of raises her eyebrow a millimeter and says oh so you're going to do that, are you sure? Well, we'll see!
Ha, what a guilty pleasure this show is. Wonder if TWOP is still recapping it.
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Auntie Anne I so love that show lol. You got a lotta catching up to do!
The girls team is not that impressive. Meh. However it is worth watching them to watch how much comeback tour Debbie Gibson annoys the living hell out of Aubrey. So funny.
I think Donald Trump's kids are so poised and classy. They are like classier versions of him.
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Did you find his sons poised and classy when they were posing with the dead carcasses of the big game they kill for sport? I found the picture with the elephant's tail particularly classy myself.
Anonymous, there you go again, you are a royal pain. I know nothing about them except on their show, which I specifically said. From their show, they come across as nice kids. I looked up what you are talking about, and for the record, there is nothing illegal about what they did and they even gave the meat to villagers--debate hunting somewhere else.
I'm somewhat surprised that anyone would think the Donald is...nice??
He's a misogynistic, pompous, narcissist asshole. Of course, this is only my opinion.
Did I mention he's a smarmy asshole, too?
His children, tho , are beautiful, poised and intelligent. Hard to believe they came from that arrogant windbag.
Do a little googling on D. Trump. Sure, he has a philanthropic side, however that's because he uses the tax write off. Everything he does is very, very calculated. I've lost count of how many bankruptcies he's filed.
I can agree to disagree. I just ask, politely, that one please inform yourself because the 'average person' should know what they are dealing with in regards to Donald Chump.
Health Fairy, what I said was that just from the show, they come across as nice. Most people don't know every last detail of his life.
The point being made is that reality shows can really help or hurt your image and in this case it helps. Do you watch the show? He is indeed very nice to a lot of the contestants, comes to their defense, etc. I'm not suggesting he is truly a nice person at heart--I have no idea, I don't follow him close enough. I'm making the point about how much a reality show can really shape the CASUAL viewer's perception of you. It really is beside the point what his whole story is. Whatever it is, his REALITY story is pretty clean cut.
Twop does indeed cover this show. Read a page or two of their comments. It's very enlightening.
I don't follow him either. Too sleazy for me. I was just hitting the highlights that I guess I thought most people were aware of. Anyways, the twop forum is very entertaining.
I certainly didn't mean to belittle your opinion. I just hate to see people foole or tricked. Plus, you're a very intelligent lady, Admin. I can respect your opinion happily.
I'm not usually so polarizing with posts. I guess that's why I don't post often. LOL
Have a great rest of the nite and a good day tomorrow, Admin. Cheers.
I'm not "fooled" by him at all, Health fairy. I don't have an opinion of him one way or the other. I am merely commenting on his image branding that he has done on his show, and the phenomenon of how celebrity reality shows (as distinguished from non-celeb shows) have an amazing power to move public opinion one way or the other. He has used it to his advantage, and on this very same show, some celebs have been severely disadvantage (Dionne Warwick, for example. The public loved her until they realized what a mean and narcissistic diva she really is.)
I don't actually have any dealings with Donald Trump I just watch CA. Calculated or not, tax deductible or not, I enjoy it. For a reality show, at least it has a higher moral purpose than exploiting kids. Generously supporting charities IS pretty classy too, IMO.
Finished episode two, gonna hit the sack.
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Totally agree about Dionne Warwick. How about David Cassidy, too?
I sure didn't mean to ruffle feathers. I apologize for that. :)
Like I said, I respect everyone's opinion. What a boring world it would be if we all agreed. I'll try to take a better tone if (more like when) I post again.
I read on a post from GWOP that Kate and Steve were seen by her friend on a flight to the Turks and Cacos yesterday. Don't know if that's true tho. We'll have to wait abd see if she is on twitter today.
Thank you, everyone, for such extreme thoughtfulness and kindness. I doubt that my father-in-law ever heard of Kate Gosselin. However, he would be overwhelmed by the all the condolences from a group of ladies who were brought together by their opinions her behavior.
I know we are making a lot of "wonderful" jokes, but I know that YOU guys really are wonderful!
Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Turks and Caicos lover's retreat...if true, that's what it is. If not for some kind of work or meeting, then why would this woman need a vacation? With her "bodyguard"? Wow. Can't wait to see if it's true.
Did anyone find out what Kate did for her birthday? Afraid it was 'past my bedtime" lol
No one cares what Kate did for her birthday.
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Speaking of creepy/obsessed fans- this CJ could possibly ruin the cruise for Kate's others fans - judging by her monopolizing behavior. She seems to appoint herself Kate's spokesperson, defender, she answers for Kate on Twitter (I understand, as I dont have Twitter). This could really blow up in Kate's face. I don't know if other celebrities have had this problem, but I sure hope Kate and her organizers are at least thinking about it. It sure would be a shame to upset some legitimate, normal fans of Kate's because of a psycho lunatic fan.
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Butterfly, CJ is definitely psychotic...read some of her comments on the CC Blog. She was disclosing personal information about another blogger there. She's evil and dangerous.
Stop breaking rule #4!!!!!
Turks and Caicos is EXPENSIVE. We went for our honeymoon...it is private and not commercial. There are no all inclusives (save a family resort) and resorts are a minimum of $500 a night for a small room. You could easily do three trips to Mexico for the price of one T&C trip.
Hope that college money is set aside!
And T&C is WAY too classy of a place for Kart...
Dmasy said... 105
Thank you, everyone, for such extreme thoughtfulness and kindness. I doubt that my father-in-law ever heard of Kate Gosselin. However, he would be overwhelmed by the all the condolences from a group of ladies who were brought together by their opinions her behavior.
I know we are making a lot of "wonderful" jokes, but I know that YOU guys really are wonderful!
Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
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This group is sort of amazing. We have gotten to know each other, usually overlook each other's quirks, and we sure are quick to offer support and gentle guidance when one of our own is in trouble.
Dmasy, I hope this next week goes smoothly for you and your family.
Anonymous, please shut up. You are boring me.
As for Jon and his mother, what a lovely thing for the children to get some REAL maternal love when they stay with their dad!
Anon 111: stop breaking Rule # 1!! I want to know what Kate did , if she actually did spend a bundle. The amt of money she spends on herself relates to the well-being of her kids, which is why I'm here, anyway. she claims not to be able to afford certain things for the, but often treats herself. Not saying she can't celebrate her b-day though. Why are you here?
DMsay, I haven't been around long enough to "know" you, but I am sorry for your loss. My in-laws were very dear to me, as well. I am glad you got to experience the loving care of hospice. They have been like angels in my life, too. I asked one of our angels how she was able to do that work day in and day out, with all the heartbreaks, and she said, "Because I get to meet families like yours." Such a sweet woman, and strong.
I saw a comment on Gather but nothing on GWOP regarding the Kate and purse boy siting. Anyone see the original comment on GWOP?
Tamara said... 47
I'm of the opinion that even if every single Khate fan cruiser has had a thorough psych eval, criminal background check, high government security clearance, and searched for lice, the twins should not be used as a lure to sell rooms and forced to meet and greet. Period.
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I was skimming right along in your post there until I got to the part about the lice and then I lost it in a fit of giggles. You have a great way of putting things and I thank you for the laugh this morning.
And it IS indeed disgusting that a sales company uses "guality time" with 2 pre-teen girls as a marketing ploy to make sales.
Dang. Should be QUALITY time. A Q and a G are not the same thing. Sorry, gang.
Funny how spring break snuck up on her, so much that she had nothing fun planned for the kids, but she can talk about her birthday for days.
And the kids just had to give her their cards 2 days early, along with an early bday cake. Uh huh.
Just admit that you weren't going to be home. It's gonna come out anyway; and then you look stupid for lying....again.
Realitytvkids.com (Administrator) said... 101
He has used it to his advantage, and on this very same show, some celebs have been severely disadvantage (Dionne Warwick, for example. The public loved her until they realized what a mean and narcissistic diva she really is.)
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OT, I think, but I had the opportunity to meet Dionne Warwick back in the late '80s at a charity event I was helping to organize. She was indeed very gracious and wonderful that entire weekend. When I saw her on the media tour she was doing regarding Whitney Houston's death, I was stunned. She sounds like a nut, and a very self centered one at that. Night and day difference.
I guess we all change in the span of 24 years, but her change seems to have been for the worse.
I think we're going to find out that Kate's away. I think that she celebrated early with the kids, given that the cake was made 2 days ahead of time.
Oh well, Moms need to have fun too!, or whatever she told People a couple years ago.
I don't know if I put any stock in yet another airport sighting, but I think the Twitter silence post cake and cards says it all. If Kate celebrated with the kids after school yesterday, I think she would have tweeted with photos.
That's been her pattern.
Judging by all her posts anonymous stayed up late and got up early just to try and shit stir on this blog. Ignore her and maybe the troll will go back to guarding her bridge.
DMasy, I'm so sorry for your loss and praying for peach and strength for your whole family.
I know it's just speculation that Kate and her boyfriend are in the Caribbean, but here's some more food for thought. I wouldn't put it past Coupon Cabin to open up Kate's blog for comments on the same day she was leaving the country because they'd be less likely to hear that loud, screaming, shrill voice on the other end of the phone line.
How do you make an ID without using Google? I've been having problems lately.
Mandy
TLC stinks said... 107
Turks and Caicos lover's retreat...if true, that's what it is. If not for some kind of work or meeting, then why would this woman need a vacation? With her "bodyguard"? Wow. Can't wait to see if it's true.
March 29, 2012 5:24 AM
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Bodyguard how about male escort that would make much more sense to me.
Like every say's Steve isn't a bodyguard and if-(big if). He is a bodyguard what kid is he.
I hope while she's screwing in the sand....she get gets a nasty sunburn
Yeah, male "escort". She pays for his "services". Snark.
Here’s a review of Kate’s yogurt pasta from Menu Monday, which I made last night. I decided to give it a try as my family is a big fan of fettuccini alfredo, and if we liked it I would consider replacing my usual butter and heavy cream recipe. The verdict? All 5 kids (age 9-19) gave it the “thumbs down.” My husband and I liked it although we found it bitter. I will probably make it again just for us adults (for the good of our health, haha). How Kate’s kids gave this dish a 10 out of 10 is a mystery to me.
Wow Laura, taking one for the recipe team. I think the twins gave her a 8/10, more accurate fom your experiment. The tups are probably too afraid to be honest.
We don't all look like hags once we pass 50. 572
This comment prompts me to share two of my favorite quotes about aging:
“This is what fifty looks like. We've been lying for so long, who would know?"
Gloria Steinem
“Nature gives you the face you have at twenty; it is up to you to merit the face you have at fifty.” Coco Chanel
TLC stinks said... 115
I saw a comment on Gather but nothing on GWOP regarding the Kate and purse boy siting. Anyone see the original comment on GWOP?
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I couldn't find it on GWOP either.
My bad!! The original post was on a comment from Gather.com. I did not notice it untill I re read it.His name was Chris and said that his friend and her husband saw Kate and Steve on their flight to the Turks and Cacos. It was dated 3-28. Hope that clears that up. I wonder if it's true. I say yes. She's the only Mom I have ever seen that thinks of herself before her kids.
Out of 107 comments to Kate's CC blog from yesterday, more than a quarter (25, not including the 3 or 4 she deleted) are from CJ. And she's STILL commenting this morning!
Whatever else Steve's "bodyguard" duties may include, I do hope he is keeping close track of her and some of the other zealots.
NT said... 129
My bad!! The original post was on a comment from Gather.com. I did not notice it untill I re read it.His name was Chris and said that his friend and her husband saw Kate and Steve on their flight to the Turks and Cacos. It was dated 3-28. Hope that clears that up. I wonder if it's true. I say yes. She's the only Mom I have ever seen that thinks of herself before her kids
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This is what I saw on Gather:
Holly W. Mar 28, 2012, 4:27pm EDT
....So he can take her to Turks and Caicos for her birthday?!! Or she can take him to Turks and Caicos? She and Steve were spotted on a plane and she just posted her 2nd blog of the week to Coupon Cabin (usually it's only 1 per week, posted on Mondays). Gotta get that puppy out of the way so she can enjoy her vacation - 'cause she's so broke and has all those kids. Poor, poor Kate.
http://celebs.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981221575
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Is there another article on Gather where someone named "Chris" is mentioned?
If Kate did take Steve away on a $500 a night v-ac he must love being a kept man.
Unless he's company is making that much money and he's paying for their trip.
Dmasy, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Although we don't all know each other in "real life", you have a great bunch of people here who genuinely care about you and what is going on in your life.
I'm wondering whether CC opened up their comments section so that they can get rid of Kate because she is "too controversial". They could also be trying to figure out whether there is an overall negative perception of her that may be affecting their bottom line. Just because people might come to the site to read her column doesn't mean they will use the coupons. They may even avoid using the coupons just because CC employs Kate. This is a good barometer of public opinion about their decision to bring her on board.
It's funny how the sheeple think it's shameful that Jon's mother might be supporting him (I don't believe that), but they have no problem with Kate's young children supporting her.
The comment about the vacation is on this article:
http://celebs.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474981222490
Chris E. Mar 28, 2012, 3:00pm EDT
She is apparently treating herself to a birthday trip. She and her bodyguard were on the same flight as my friend and her husband to Turks and Caicos today.
Thank you!! Links are so helpful.
This was Coupon Cabin's tweet about Kate's blog entry. I find it odd that they didn't include Kate in their tweet as they usually do.
couponcabin
Kate Gosselin is celebrating her 37th birthday today! Click here to share your birthday greetings! http://t.co/hqga9k61(preview)
I think they expected that people would just be wishing Kate a Happy Birthday rather than how it turned out.
How do her hard working twitter follower feel that their idol can jet off no vacation.?
When and where ever she feels like it and pay for it with Steve in toe.?
But she say's she can't afford milk or the movies for the 8 kids that made her famous and rich.
Have none of you seen the picture of Don Jr proudly standing next to the dead carcass of the elephant he killed? Holding on to the tail he whacked off? Knife still in hand? An ELEPHANT. Not to mention a slew of other animals they paid money to hunt. There's hunting and then there's killing endangered animals for fun, no reason. I mean really..an ELEPHANT?
He is a vile pig like his father.
Not to mention if there's nothing wrong about whatever she treated herself for her bday, why not tweet about it? She certainly tweets everything about the kids, why not herself?
Is it guilt, embarrassment? Her lack of tweets whenever she spends money on herself speak to something, that's for sure.
Jilly, why is it much more shocking and terrible to kill an elephant as opposed to a cute little deer, or squirrel, or pheasant? If he went hunting for deer is that okay? Or just elephants is objectionable to you? By the way if you read the article, he didn't kill the elephant himself, it was perfectly legal, it helps with overpopulation, and he gave the meat to villagers. Pesky little facts!
You too also missed the point in any case, and that is that the family has used the show to come across as a nice family, whether true or not.
If this Turks & Caicos trip is true, Kate's fans will spew how she deserved this trip for all her hard work in "single-handedly" taking care of eight kids.
Yet most of these fans, who claim to also love the kids, would never dare speak out on how the kids deserve Halloween, going to the movies or being taken somewhere special over their holiday breaks. Nope, can't muster the courage to mention that lest they tick off their Queen.
Jilly; That is so brutal and vile. I am very fond of elephants and am an advocate for stopping their cruel treatment in captivity, poaching, hunting of these wonderful creatures etc. I didn't see the that picture and I'm glad, but very sad about it :( It is not 'fun' to end the life of a living creature for sport.
PatK, it is my firm belief that the only fans remaining DO NOT CARE ABOUT THE KIDS. At all. The only mention they make of the kids is to suck up to Kate. The things they talk to Kate about usually have nothing to do with the kids. They don't CARE. They love Kate. The kids are just a means to try to get to Kate. Notice there was hardly any excitement about the twins going on the cruise--that's because they don't care about the twins, if anything the twins might be a hinderance to spending more time with Kate. I think it's impossible to truly care for those kids and still support Kate at this point, which is why so many of them left don't give a rat's behind about the kids. How could they?
Unlike her counterparts, I kind of feel like BabyMama actually does care about the kids, which is why she is struggling so hard with this right now. She is trying to leave the flock but doesn't know how.
Except the definition of poaching is illegal.
It was not illegal to kill that particular elephant. I am not into hunting either AT ALL but I don't understand why killing an elephant who is causing problems for people and is at no risk of being endangered by the kill (and actually helps keep the population down which helps OTHER species) gets people all hot and bothered but no one sheds a tear when your neighbor goes out to hunt deer every weekend. Just doesn't make sense to me.
It would scare the hell out of me to be stuck on a cruise ship with that CJ, she is completely insane! I can picture her standing over Kate's bed at night Paranormal activity style... *shudder*
And I think the first hint of rejection from Kate and she will have a total psychotic breakdown and do something dangerous. Lets just hope Steve isn't tripping over his flip flops and plate of buffet shrimp when it happens.
Has anyone tried to pin Cindy down lately about CJ? How an she not see this at this point. Does she not see that this is probably hurting the chances of other people signing up, at this point major hurting?
Preesi's find that she is actually the daughter of some big shot is the only explanation. She's pretty dumb. Of course she's someone's kid, of course. Sigh.
Realitytvkids.com (Administrator) said... 139
Not to mention if there's nothing wrong about whatever she treated herself for her bday, why not tweet about it? She certainly tweets everything about the kids, why not herself?
Is it guilt, embarrassment? Her lack of tweets whenever she spends money on herself speak to something, that's for sure.
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She has no shame remember so I doubt she has guilt.
Chefsummer she definitely feels SOMETHING because she consistently, without any wavering, NEVER tweets about anything she does that 1. costs a shitload of money 2. is all about her having fun.
I think she KNOWS how bad it makes her look. Deep down she knows full well. And yet it always comes out anyway so what is the point of hiding it.
Can you imagine how horribly she will be bullying the other fans on this cruise? She will completely ruin this vacation for everyone. IF this cruise actually happens, we will be flooded with horrifying stories about the whole thing.
I'll tell you why she won't tweet about it: she wouldn't take the kids to a damn MATINEE movie because she said it was too expensive. Straight from the horse's mouth: TOO. EXPENSIVE.
Even if they shared four popcorns and everyone got drinks, it would be about $100 for one afternoon of fun and getting to be like normal kids who go to the movies and don't have to sit on a line on the floor.
So if she's jetting off to an expensive Caribbean location, which is far far more than $100, then she's just as much of a selfish, greedy asshole as I thought she was. The kids? Screw the kids is her philosophy. They aren't making her money anymore, so what does she care?
TLC paid for all their entertainment expenses back in the day, SHE'S sure not going to pay for them now.
Over spring break, they got plunked in an empty park on a cold, windy day to eat grapes while she ran and they did workbooks in the basement and cleaned out a shed or the garage or something. WHAT FUN.
At first, I didn't think she had gone anywhere, but this much Twitter silence only means one thing. She's treating herself to some serious luxury. Since Jon is out of town for business, it means she's also paying for a full-time babysitter to drive them to the bus stop, pick them up, prepare meals, everything.
I guess poor thing has to have a pick-me-up, seeing as she has no job and no prospects. And if Steve IS with her, I'm REALLY going to wonder. Again, either she's paying him (which would be so incredibly pathetic, but it wouldn't surprise me) or they're doing it.
Or! Even MORE pathetic option: both! Can you imagine? Him, keeping her as a side piece AND insisting that he gets paid for escorting her on trips? A gigolo has to make his money somehow, ladies!
Every time I think we've seen the whole floorplan of assholery with her, it turns out there's an entire basement we missed.
Canadian exactly. I'm sure some of the fans are polite and will not monopolize Kate. This particular fan though I don't trust at all. She will think that Kate OWES her much more time and attention because of all the work she has done as her soldier on the battlefield defending her honor, vetting people, outing people, and the like. She could potentially be very vicious to anyone else who wants a small piece of Kate. I picture her trying to turn Kate against particular fans, turning fans against other fans, causing all kinds of shit stirring all to try to make sure she gets the most attention.
I would't care if this is my most favorite person in the world I was getting to cruise with, I would NOT GO. Forget it.
Is Cindy going by the way? When she sees these people in person she will be in for a shock, for some people this behavior is not really "real" until they see real people.
Oh AND? Those KIDS earned the money she seems determined to blow on HERSELF.
Admi..
I don't think she feels to bad that just me. Jon is also traveling for work so if Kate is traveling as well that means.
The kids are alone with their nannies and housekeeper while mom spends her days with Steve.
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Jon Gosselin @jongosselin1
Traveling for work today, early start!!! Got to love the airport at this time. Have a good day everyone.
The more time that goes by without a tweet, the more silent Milo is, the more I tend to believe the vacation story.
How many trips has she been WITHOUT the kids since the show was cancelled?
I have got to hand it to her her final dream has come to fruition. She NEVER wanted to do anything for the kids, the kids were but a means to an end. She really is so transparent.
Notice how she also never says, when getting back for a trip, oh I so missed the kids I so wish I could have taken the twins with me or all of them, etc. Hell no, never.
Hate to bring it back to PW, I am NOT a fan of hers, but I do recognize she has a good blog, objectively, and the contrast in how to write a good mommy blog is striking. In what I've read of her on-the-road posts, she either takes her kids with her and talks about THEM the entire post (sometimes I'm confused why she's even traveling she's gushing over her kids so much) OR if her kids aren't with her she's talking about how much she misses them and counting the days until she sees them. Love her or hate her she is obsessed with her kids, you can't fake that.
IF Kate and Steve are in fact on a vacation together right now then there will be absolutely NO DOUBT IN MY MIND that they are a couple. I'm 98% there now...
And as others have said- Kate is a worthless POS for keeping the kids imprisoned at the orphanage during their week off claiming it was too expensive to take them anywhere, only to jet off with loverboy weeks later.
Donnie Dorko Trump's (one of my friends calls him that and it's stuck) kids rock. They went through near hell when their parents were divorcing and their dad was having money troubles, but turned out wonderfully.
The more I think about this, the more I think I've actually been TOO KIND to Kate Gosselin in the past. I guess I didn't want to fully believe that any parent could 100% use her kids so thoroughly, so uncaringly, so unashamedly.
I think I've reached a point of complete and total disgust, to the point that I can taste the bile in my mouth when I think of how this woman lives her life and prioritizes things when it comes to her children.
She does NOT give a shit about them, and never has, beyond their money-making ability.
Period. Now that they aren't making her money, she's got zero use for them.
It wouldn't surprise me if she came back from trips like this bragging about what she did and going on and on about it in a horribly cruel attempt to make them feel bad. She's probably straight up angry with them. The gravy train is over and she's spending that cash.
I mean, she DARNS THEIR SOCKS (or rather, has the help darn them) and then tweets about it for freaking sympathy and grifting and buys them clothes two sizes too big and makes them eat the rest of their lunch if it's not finished when they get home and chronically underfeeds them and counts EVERY FREAKING PENNY when it comes to anything for THEM. AND bitches about anything she has to buy for them ON TWITTER.
But her? Oh, no. Nothing's too good for her Highness. We probably don't even know the extent of what she spends on herself. I bet it's more than we've even thought.
GOD, WHAT A SUPREME ASSHOLE this woman is. Just nothing but a boil on the butt of humanity.
Oh and Admi their are some people that do lack feelings.
This sound like Kate to me.
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An obvious self-focus in interpersonal exchanges
Problems in sustaining satisfying relationships
A lack of psychological awareness (see insight in psychology and psychiatry, egosyntonic)
Difficulty with empathy
Problems distinguishing the self from others (see narcissism and boundaries)
Hypersensitivity to any insults or imagined insults (see criticism and narcissists, narcissistic rage and narcissistic injury)
Vulnerability to shame rather than guilt
Haughty body language
Flattery towards people who admire and affirm them (narcissistic supply)
Detesting those who do not admire them (narcissistic abuse)
Using other people without considering the cost of doing so
Pretending to be more important than they really are
Bragging (subtly but persistently) and exaggerating their achievements
Claiming to be an "expert" at many things
Inability to view the world from the perspective of other people
Denial of remorse and gratitude
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Wonder why CC is keeping the comments section on there/ I wonder what they think of this penny-saving b-day? I'd like to see their business stats since Kate joined them!
If this comes out that Kate, indeed, went on vacation, TLC did not pay for it, CC did not pay for it, where did the money come from? The rumours that Kate has millions would then be official. And Jon was not lying when he made the comment that Kate had 11 bank accounts, and why Kate is in no hurry to secure a 8-4, 9-5 type job, she still keeps spending on herself(hair trips to NYC, tanning etc and is a cheapo when it concerns the kids, not afraid to fight with people online, dish Jon and still try to make everyone think cause she has 8 kids, that she is struggling. As to why she never paid off the house, she was having TLC pay the mortgage, and counting on the show to last the length of the mortgage(original) Or Kate saw it as a: hey, I can always sell the house. Since Kate never handled the bills, cause TLC had accounting people do that for her, that is why she complains about paperwork. I do think all her bills are paid online(auto), or Kate has someone handling all the books, she just signs.
This will make her look like a liar, grift, BSer, she is not doing this for the kids bs, and she is not poor as she claimed to people. She just put another nail in her on coffin.
I do believe Kate has millions, a person who grifts is saving money in banks(TLC paid for everything), under her name only. So if she got a divorce,(which she did) the ex could not touch the money. Cause Jon mentioned the 11 bank accounts Kate had, and this was after they were divorce or during the divorce, when he had to put back the money he took from a joint account they still had together, when Kate was screaming she has $1000, worth of bills to pay.
Kate cannot be a role model for moms, cause most moms do not run off to vacation, when they have no job or have a job and bills to pay and 8 kids to take care of. Only if you are rich. Cause most in Kate so-call desperate life, would be down-sizing not doing the opposite.
Damn...the Turks and Caicos? Now I AM jealous. And with no kids mind you....for once I do envy her...I don't have the balls(if I had a pair)to leave my 4 kids alone to fly to another country. She's braver than I am...and Jon's not even around...Wow...She does have some "pair" on her....I don't believe she knows the meaning of the word "guilt"....oh well....Hell yeah...I'm jealous sheeple..
Blogger was wierd last night. Posted this twice, but don't see it anywhere...
Tried to post this earlier, but I don't see it....
I finally gave in, and it is yet another dark and stormy Seattle night. I started to read some of the comments on Coupon Cabin. I have a feeling that she may be paid by the click, but, Wow! If CC is auditing her comments, I don't see how these certifiably crazies could be considered good for business, especially when they attack the real couponers! Case in point: There was this innocent comment, that was tucked in between harrowing, vile and venomous cat-killing accusations and racism claims:
"Coupon Cabin:
I don't understand why you have this person writing for you. I've read her column and there are never tips couponers can use. Is it just to give her a a platform to talk? As a serious couponer, I was hoping to get some good tips. Even when she does give a tip or two, it's the MOST basic thing in the world. Come on, surely ther are better people to give advice on this site that this woman, who I understand was in some reality TV show once? (I don't watch a lot of TV)"
Please get someone good to write this column. This is ridiculous. I don't even know who she is, much less a I celebrating her birthday. "
Signed XXXXX (Unfortunately, she posted her full name)
Here is CJ.s response:
"Please show me the weapon pointed at your head "Jane"' forcing you to read this blog of Kate's :-) Oh, and have a nice IP....er, DAY! Yeah, that's the ticket! {big conspiratorial wink because I don't know who you are, really I don't!} ;-) And more cake and ice cream for those of us who ARE celebrating Kate's birthday today!"
All I can say is RESTRAINING ORDER...if Kate allow this lunatic near her twins, all of the kids should be removed from her custody.
In getting caught up, I saw references to some of the comments, but didn't see complete quotes.
By the way, I am extra wonderful because, for some reason, I couldn't cut and paste, and had to type every single word of it, while reading it on my itty bitty iphone screen.
I agree with the poster who said how nice it was that the kids will spend every other weekend with grandma. With another set of loving eyes and hands, maybe the kids can get some individual recognition and attention, instead of always being a 6-pack and 2-pack. And, Kate should thank her lucky stars that Jon is a role model for treating a parent respectfully, the importance of including extended family in his life.
I think I am coming down with a case of outrage fatigue-- Off to contemplate my belly button.....
Admin, sorry, but if you post an opinion on a polarizing subject (other than Kate!), you should expect some blow back. From what I've read, that hunting trip is now being investigated as to whether it was legal. When you see the animals they killed, it appears to me (ALTHOUGH I DO NOT KNOW) that they were in one of those parks where animals are trapped so you can shoot them. Not too many people go hunting and come back with a veritable cornocopia of animals as they did.
And, yes, I do feel I can comment on this as I am one of those bleeding hearts who would cry if my neighbor shot a deer. And I'm vegetarian as well.
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Turks and Caicos: If she's actually vacationing there on her own dime, she needs to shut the eff up about poverty. That place isn't for poor people.
kate is a total scam artist. I think her twitter silence means she is doing something she doesn't want the sheep to know about. She always hides when she is spending money on herself. I cannot believe the sheep cannot connect the dots that providing for the kids equals kate is poor. Proving for kate equals spend all the money you want but pretend you didn't.
I think there are very few sheep left. The 30 going on the cruise. The rest are casual tweeters who do not know her real story and would be surprised to read it.
I agree that kate has millions stashed in the bank. She never had to touch the money she made because paid the bills for everything because their house was the film set.
I would much rather see the kids reaping benefits from their life on the show then this bitch narcissist. She really does try to leave them any chance she gets.
I have never seen a mom so obsessed with travel and leaving kids behind. I hated it if I had to fly somewhere for work and had to leave the kids. It made me extremely anxious to know I was far away from them and couldn't be by their side quickly if needed. Most normal mom's are bonded to their kids and actually worry about them. I bet kate still enforces the "do not call unless it's an emergency" rule. God Forbid she be reminded that she is a parent during the times she isn't making money of the G8.
Re: Kate's getaway, I am convinced it's true. All the signs are there. I also believe that if she is "found out" (i.e., someone gets a picture that she can't lie her way out of), she will claim either (1) the trip was a "gift" from a "close friend"; or (2) it was work-related (as if).
Admin, yes, Cindy IS going on the cruise.
The problem with this particular trip for Kate is that she can hardly keep up the grifting and the hand-wringing, desperate-for-work, unemployed-SuperMom-of-8 routine if she jets off every couple of months on her own (and/or with Steve). If you're going to live like this, then FINE, but STOP THE WHINING AND THE GRIFTING. Then no one will have anything to say. Once again, it's the LYING and the hypocrisy that really disturb people (or at least me).
She has been away for substantial time "on her own" (ALWAYS with Steve) at least 5 times since cancellation:
Wyoming in early October (w/twins)
Australia in November
Las Vegas in December
Las Vegas in January (Coupon Cabin)
L.A. in January
There are also other, shorter trips (at least 6 to NYC, also to Pittsburgh and D.C.), but the list above are the longer ones. There may even be more. One thing is sure: She didn't really do any traveling in February, so if she's away now, you know she is feeling entitled.
She does not now, nor has she for years, consider herself a FULL-TIME MOTHER.
I mentioned this I think on the last thread, but it bears repeating:
I believe that Kate only intends to support her children in a life-style is financed 50% by her and 50% by Jon. I believe that her attitude is going to be, well, Daddy can't afford to pay for any extras. It is as vindictive as an ex can get, and ultimately harmful to her children. They will hate her for this. I think Kate may be paying the mortgage/property upkeep herself (because, after all, she's the one that really needs that spread, not the kids), but I believe that the kids are already paying their own private-school tuition. She's allowed to use their accounts for education, and by golly, you better believe that SHE's not going to pay for that herself.
Once a Viewer said... 160 Wonder why CC is keeping the comments section on there/
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Looks like CC (spring)cleaned comments. Only 4 posts now that I see.
Turks and Caicos is expensive as hell. It's not a cheapo vacation. If she was "poor" she would be doing a weekend in Florida if ANYTHING. Honestly, I don't even think she should be doing that if she is soooooo poor that she cannot afford to do anything for her children. In what universe does an unemployed mother of 8 need to jet off every couple of weeks/months? Why lie about it? She obviously knows it's wrong or she would have no problem talking about it. She knows she's a greedy hag who puts her children last. Yes sheeple, even kate knows. You are the only ones who do not.
I hope the kids sue her for every single dime they earned plus more then she can cry poor when they get doe with her.
Admin, you're right, she does know how bad it makes her look. Whenever she's caught, she always tries to come up with a lame excuse to write it off.
I don't think anyone would give a fig about her taking a trip for her birthday if she didn't complain half the time about being broke and not being able to take her kids to the movies because it's too expensive (oh, wait, and they'd cause a scene - mmhmm. Right.), having to pay large dental bills, school tuition, etc.
I don't agree with her choices, but Kate has every right to choose to keep her kids in private school, to live in a McMansion with all the upkeep costs that entails, to drive three cars, buy her kids 3D televisions and to live beyond her means, just like thousands of other Americans do every day.
What she doesn't have a right to do, in my opinion, is cry poor all the time and expect other people to pick up the tab. As for the money her children earned while on the show, Kate has always made it abundantly clear that they were all working the "family job" so I'm sure she has no problem using the money they all earned to pay for the things I listed above. Now who knows? She may have set aside some of those funds in trust accounts for her children. I certainly hope she did. However, even if she did, I doubt it was anything beyond 15% of the "family" income that will be divided 8 times, which comes to less than 2% of the earnings that were accrued on the show. And as money becomes tighter, I'm sure she will dip into those funds to help pay the costs of living beyond their means for at least a few months longer.
Kate says she's panicking about money (or at least she does every once in while when hinting that she'd like someone to offer her a talk show hosting job etc.) and well she should be. What Kate has to decide is this: Is the lifestyle she's living now worth the price she's going to have to pay later on when the money runs out?
My money's on Kate's coworkers opening up the comments section "accidentally" so they can stand
around the main computer screen and face palm themselves as they look so innocent and shocked
at what they're reading. They've most likely been thinking those comments all along.
Snark.
Gift@165...You are right on..she will explain it away....saying it was a gift or business trip..."I could never afford such a trip". And all of her asshole fans will believe anything she says. This way she can keep crying poor...freakin' idiot...she's got everybody snowed...
Admin--
I have tried to submit a post 3 times, beginning last night. Is it going to the spam box?
I'm sure Kate wishes she had the travel schedule you all claim she has. Every time she doesn't Tweet according to your expectations, you have her jetting off somewhere. Last weekend people her had her headed to LA to be in the DWTS audience. Look how accurate that turned out to be!
Since I am seeing my post (17 2), will try again....
Tried to post this earlier, but I don't see it....
I finally gave in, and it is yet another dark and stormy Seattle night. I started to read some of the comments on Coupon Cabin. I have a feeling that she may be paid by the click, but, Wow! If CC is auditing her comments, I don't see how these certifiably crazies could be considered good for business, especially when they attack the real couponers! Case in point: There was this innocent comment, that was tucked in between harrowing, vile and venomous cat-killing accusations and racism claims:
"Coupon Cabin:
I don't understand why you have this person writing for you. I've read her column and there are never tips couponers can use. Is it just to give her a a platform to talk? As a serious couponer, I was hoping to get some good tips. Even when she does give a tip or two, it's the MOST basic thing in the world. Come on, surely ther are better people to give advice on this site that this woman, who I understand was in some reality TV show once? (I don't watch a lot of TV)"
Please get someone good to write this column. This is ridiculous. I don't even know who she is, much less a I celebrating her birthday. "
Signed XXXXX (Unfortunately, she posted her full name)
Here is CJ.s response:
"Please show me the weapon pointed at your head "Jane"' forcing you to read this blog of Kate's :-) Oh, and have a nice IP....er, DAY! Yeah, that's the ticket! {big conspiratorial wink because I don't know who you are, really I don't!} ;-) And more cake and ice cream for those of us who ARE celebrating Kate's birthday today!"
All I can say is RESTRAINING ORDER...if Kate allow this lunatic near her twins, all of the kids should be removed from her custody.
In getting caught up, I saw references to some of the comments, but didn't see complete quotes.
By the way, I am extra wonderful because, for some reason, I couldn't cut and paste, and had to type every single word of it, while reading it on my itty bitty iphone screen.
I agree with the poster who said how nice it was that the kids will spend every other weekend with grandma. With another set of loving eyes and hands, maybe the kids can get some individual recognition and attention, instead of always being a 6-pack and 2-pack. And, Kate should thank her lucky stars that Jon is a role model for treating a parent respectfully, the importance of including extended family in his life.
I think I am coming down with a case of outrage fatigue-- Off to contemplate my belly button.....
CJ had tweeted she cannot respect a father who only sees his kids 4 days a month.
Has she ever though that during those 4 days he is with the kids 24/7. They get quality time with him. Unfortunately in a divorce that is usually how it works. The kids usually are with the mother to keep the school schedule normal. I'm sure Jon gets kids in the summer and plenty of other times that we don't know about. Besides, how much quality time does kate actually spend with thhe kids. It seems she uses them for house work and then really has no use for them except to brag on twitter about raising them. She shallowness just turns me off so badly. She really is someone I hope to never see in the media again. She hasn't earned it, doesn't deserve it, and she darn sure does not need another platform to exploit her kids and trash her ex.
If CJ wants to judge why doesn't she ask herself why kate travels when she knows Jon is out of town, leaving no parent close by for emergencies. Even if kate isn't in Turks we all know she leaves the kids quite often with the nanny for extended periods of time.
Geeze, go travel on your 2 weekends a month that Jon has the kids. AND NEVER ever bitch about being poor again if you are able to afford a nanny to take care of kids while you trot from place to place.
Vile
Rumor Mongers, we are saying it is a rumor, but 99% of the time when she is twitter silent, she is traveling. Anyway, if it turns out to be true, how do you feel about it after her whining?
Ingrid said... 166
Once a Viewer said... 160 Wonder why CC is keeping the comments section on there/
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I see 103 comments.
Tweetle That is odd. I have refreshed and changed the sort by and still only have 4 and no button to load more.
How very disingenuous of Kate to fuss at Paige for reminding her of her birthday, all the while knowing she was jetting off to a Caribbean island. I agree the early baking of the cake was for a reason. Wow, it's all about celebrating the birth of the goddess Kate, isn't it?
Who leaves young children behind and jets out of the country--especially if their dad doesn't have them?! She could have EASILY done this for spring break--but that wouldn't be the romantic getaway.
I love taking trips with my kids. Although two are now grown, we still often all travel together. Even on WORK trips, I often bring one or two of my kids along. (I'm taking my teenage son when I speak to a book club next month at the beach. We'll make a day of it, and then he'll accompany me to the book club in the evening.) Kate NEVER thinks of doing that unless the children themselves are working. She is disgusting.
I wouldn't miss that time with my children. Time is so fleeting. And being a homeschool mom, I've spent much of the day with them for many, many years. Yet I still don't need a getaway. Why is that, Kate?
She is one piece of work. I hope this trip (which I fully believe) gets proven.
Here's a thought: perhaps Kate is doing a photo shoot for someone in the Turks. Kate did fly down to Mexico to shoot the people mag, what last year. Could she be possibly be doing that again?They paid for the trip to shoot. People is always doing, photo shoots, maybe not for their mag, but maybe for something else or some exercise product.? When she went to Mexico, it was the same thing, just went, did not say anything, until someone saw her and posted pics of her, and then more pro-pics were taken of her. This way Kate can claim it was business trip. Just like the cruise will be called a business trip. I wonder if the IRS knows about these so-called business trips?
Ingrid, I've refreshed, too, about 4 times. Strange. Maybe I'll reboot!
@173 Your right.... but someone said they saw her on a flight. Whether they saw her or someone who looked like her is the question....if it is her...and if she ever says she has no money to buy milk....she should be slapped in the face and taken to the nearest mental facility....
Ex Nurse said... 172 I did see a post of yours just a bit ago. A rather long one. (can't remember what about lol) But after I refreshed to see if any new posts, it is gone. (Unless my computer is wacky since I am having similar on CC blog)
Admin is deleting your posts. LOL
If she's doing a photo shoot, why the silence? I always take her silence to mean she doesn't want people to know what she is up to because in her heart she knows it looks bad. people who as much of an open book as kate claims to be don't clam up unless there is a reason. She sells/tells all about her kids, just SHE deserves privacy. It's the double standard that bothers me.
Well, I'll be darned. . . . From one of Kate's helpful sheeple on Twitter:
Kate - are you competing in the FortisTCI Spring Fun Walk & Run? If so, good luck and enjoy the weather. @Kateplusmy8
And sure enough (this event is in the Turks):
Spring Into Step With FortisTCI’s Annual Fun Walk & Run
Written by fp staff
Friday, 23 March 2012 09:36
FortisTCI is helping the community get into shape with its 5th Annual Spring Fun Walk & Run slated for March 31.
The power company aims to not only bring awareness to the importance of staying healthy but also to bring the public together for a fun and energetic activity.
This year’s grand prize winner will walk away with a brand new Wii Fit game console. Other great prizes will be presented to the first male, female and FortisTCI employee to cross the finish line to and also to the group with the most participants.
The organizers also have loads of other giveaways for the public, and everyone will be served a hot breakfast at the finish line.
The run or walk will commence at 6 a.m. at the FortisTCI main office on Leeward Highway.
“We encourage all of our employees to live healthy balanced lifestyles that comprise of a nutritious diet and regular exercise,” FortisTCI CEO Eddinton Powell said. “This occasion not only allows FortisTCI to extend that encouragement beyond our staff, but it also promotes family and friendship though a motivating morning exercise.”
Each year registrants are provided with an event T-shirt and automatically entered in the grand prize raffle. Although the event is free, those interested in taking part are asked to register early to ensure availability of T-shirts.
[Only thing is, this is not a marathon, or even a half. I wonder if the sheeple threw this out as a "rope" for Kate?]
Tweetle ok I restarted comp. and all are back now on CC blog. geez I feel dumb now. I wonder if the post here is back too.
TLC stinks said... 175
Rumor Mongers, we are saying it is a rumor, but 99% of the time when she is twitter silent, she is traveling. Anyway, if it turns out to be true, how do you feel about it after her whining?
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Some are treating it as fact. Examples:
"At first, I didn't think she had gone anywhere, but this much Twitter silence only means one thing. She's treating herself to some serious luxury."
"How very disingenuous of Kate to fuss at Paige for reminding her of her birthday, all the while knowing she was jetting off to a Caribbean island."
IF true (and that is a big if), I would agree that talking about all the things you can't afford for your kids followed by an expensive vacation is a bit much.
Way too frequently, Blogger deletes my comments after claiming to have published them. They appear, then are gone when I refresh. It's a scripting issue, but it can occur even when I have all scripting enabled.
Sometimes it's a browser issue, and I have to use another browser to get a comment through. I hate Blogger for this reason, and even more because the problem isn't consistent.
Ha ha, it will be funny if this doesn't post!
Khate may not have tons of cash, she may have tons of credit cards though. All with a fairly high limit and no doubt nearing their max. Isn't that the American way though? Snark on that last bit...kind of.
I wonder how much of the kids 15% is left? She probably uses it for every cost the kids accrue.
14 hours and counting. If she is indeed in the Turks, then her twitting yesterday is a lie making it sound like she was home. The commenter who posted that her friends saw Kate and purseboy on the plane said they saw them yesterday, March 28.
Well if she is in attendance at this walk in the Turks, it's just an excuse to take a vacay. I hope the paps are around. I mean, why the silence? Because she knows it looks bad.
Well, it's a nice try on the part of the Twitter sheeple, but this is not a "competition" in any sense of the term. It is a community event and mostly a walk. I haven't seen any distance posted, there is no timekeeper, this could hardly qualify as one of the halfs or full marathons that Kate claims she is doing this year.
But really good try, sheeple! I don't think even Kate would try to pass this off as the reason for her being in Turks & Caicos this weekend, IF (Rumor Mongers) that is in fact where she is.
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