Now that you're back, Madge, this thread is always on the "new posts" list in my subscriptions.
if anything the whole 'pennmommy' thing makes me more critical of how ill advised continuing with the show in it's current format (regular series vs annual or less frequent update specials) is.
that one person would take the time and effort to create such an elaborate charade that includes representing (and perhaps truly perceiving) herself as an intimate to the family shows how the line has been crossed with a certain population where they can no longer reccognize that these children are reality not a made for t.v. fantasy (though some would say it is blurred through production and editing). fortunatly pennmommy apparantly never made any attempts to physicaly come in real contact with the family, but that's not to say that there are'nt lots of other mentaly unstable persons like her (or him? not sure it's ever been determined) who would take it that dangerous step further.
there is way too much information available on the family-people study those episodes scene by scene and can detail out the floor plans to their home, people know when the kids get on and off the school bus, following their speaking scheduals and know when the kids are traveling to venues or j&k are traveling alone, there are 'gosselin sighting' blogs devoted to reporting the names of places they frequent. it only takes one deluded crackpot who decides to 'rescue' the kids, punish j&k for what they perceive as their inappropriate parenting, or on the other side of the coin pursue what they perceive in their delusional mind as an already existing relationship (it's nice people send them gifts but when you are thanking them on the air even unnamed and then showing the kids wearing those cute matching t-shirts or backpacks that a viewer customized and sent in, some sick, sad, lonely people perceive that as creating a familial bond) and it's a horrendous tragedy. this does'nt even touch on truely predatory types that are seeing more of these children's intimate moments than most of us see of any children other than our own-that type of mind is not waiting for an opportunity they are counting on it.
unless those kids are going to be provided with 24/7 security in every place they go (as many of the celebs already do for their kids and claim to detest that despite their best efforts to keep their kids out of the limelite they have no choice because of whacko stalkers) i fear for them. there are too many sickos out there-pennmommy's damage seems to be limited to the extent of emotionaly messing with the minds of those who read her posts, it's the ones who are'nt posting their delusions that worry me much more.
Even so, I still thought they would mention it as an important part of their Christmas traditions, but they didn't......
That's all.
if anything the whole 'pennmommy' thing makes me more critical of how ill advised continuing with the show in it's current format (regular series vs annual or less frequent update specials) is.
that one person would take the time and effort to create such an elaborate charade that includes representing (and perhaps truly perceiving) herself as an intimate to the family shows how the line has been crossed with a certain population where they can no longer reccognize that these children are reality not a made for t.v. fantasy (though some would say it is blurred through production and editing). fortunatly pennmommy apparantly never made any attempts to physicaly come in real contact with the family, but that's not to say that there are'nt lots of other mentaly unstable persons like her (or him? not sure it's ever been determined) who would take it that dangerous step further.
there is way too much information available on the family-people study those episodes scene by scene and can detail out the floor plans to their home, people know when the kids get on and off the school bus, following their speaking scheduals and know when the kids are traveling to venues or j&k are traveling alone, there are 'gosselin sighting' blogs devoted to reporting the names of places they frequent. it only takes one deluded crackpot who decides to 'rescue' the kids, punish j&k for what they perceive as their inappropriate parenting, or on the other side of the coin pursue what they perceive in their delusional mind as an already existing relationship (it's nice people send them gifts but when you are thanking them on the air even unnamed and then showing the kids wearing those cute matching t-shirts or backpacks that a viewer customized and sent in, some sick, sad, lonely people perceive that as creating a familial bond
unless those kids are going to be provided with 24/7 security in every place they go (as many of the celebs already do for their kids and claim to detest that despite their best efforts to keep their kids out of the limelite they have no choice because of whacko stalkers) i fear for them. there are too many sickos out there-pennmommy's damage seems to be limited to the extent of emotionaly messing with the minds of those who read her posts, it's the ones who are'nt posting their delusions that worry me much more.
I got the sense that it was something that needed to be done then. Maybe she didn't want to take the kids so that she could focus and make a decision.I love, love, love Say Yes To The Dress!
However, did anyone notice (I'm sure you did) Kate was completely alone? I don't think I've ever seen a bride choosing a dress without a friend, sister, mom, or even fiance'. Many "renewing vow" brides bring their kids. I wonder why she didn't have anyone with her? It seemed lonely.
I may not be a huge Kate fan, but I have to say she is very attractive. She looked lovely
I can certainly understand not bringing the little kids, I'm sure that would have been more stress than it is worth. But I think Maddy and Cara would probably have loved it. What girl wouldn't? I'm guessing she was out of town already and made Kleinfelds a stop along the way, or something along those lines. Even so, it seemed sad and lonely to be choosing a wedding dress all alone.
The store managers are always like that. They want a sale and they are very hard on the consultants when they don't make a sale. Last year there was a consultant that they brought into their office several times to tell her how bad she was doing. She isn't on this year so I'm assuming she was let go. Personally, I think you can't force someone to buy something as important as a wedding dress if they are not ready or happy no matter how good of a salesperson you are.
I thought Kate looked nice, No spiked hair!!
