To Kate, i loved the birthday party and the children looked beautiful and happy. However,Jon seems to have changed. Distant, aloff (not toward the children but toward you). You appear to be having a tougher time but your determination,for the children’s sake, always seems to win out. I have no doubt that you love your childtren so hang in there. I believe in the end some things happen for the best. Fate just had another plan for you. Much continued happiness to you and your children. Dolores Mackenzie
On May 26th 2009, carol wrote:
Dear Kate: I myself am a born again christian and as I watched the Monday night show my heart was so sad for all your all going thru. Remember always what satan is about destroying familes. Do what God would have you do. My prayers are with you all. You don’t know me I know but, I pray it brings you comfort that there are some of us out here that care about you in Christ and pray He will bring your family through this. I hope it brings you comfort and if you don’t journal now would be a good time to start. I keep a prayer journal and it really does help with your feelings telling God ab out them by writing them down. May it help with the anger you are dealing with, with is very painful for you. May He keep you close to His side.God bless a sister in Christ
On May 26th 2009, Rebecca Lea Geissler wrote:
Dear Jon and Kate,I am a divorced,now single Mom.My hope for the both of you and the children is that you remember how you once loved each other. Jon you mentioned on the show that the grass is Not always greener on the other side.Think of your own words.It may seem that whatever is on the other side is so much better,then what you are doing now,but i promise you , if you walk away from what you have now,you will find regret and much sorrow.Kate i could feel you’re hurt and anger over the t.v.I am so sorry for what you are going through.But i believe that you both love each other,with that said love is the foundation you can build on.You both owe it not only to each other but to you’re beautiful children!! I am rooting for you both! All the media, the show forget all that and hang on to each other! Wishing you the best Rebecca Geissler
On May 26th 2009, Diane wrote:
Dear Jon and Kate, From the picture with this article, it seems the children are not very happy right now. Please find the time in your hectic lives, to renew the love between the two of you. If you would watch the movie “Fireproof” with Kirk Cameron, and get the book “The Love Dare”, you must commit 40 days to completing a dare each day. If you do this, you will understand each other better, communicate better, and once again, you will have the type of marriage that God intended for all couples. Needless to say, you have not had much alone time, but please check out this movie and book. It doesn’t much time each day, but it really gets you thinking about the things you say and do to each other every day. My prayers are with your children and both of you. Diane
Kate, I have 3 kids, 1 girl 26. 1 boy 17. and a girl 14 about to turn 15. I have no idea what it is like to have 8 children. BUT you are doing a wonderful job raising your children and you love them very much. You have wonderful and loving children and they love you with alll of their heart and soul. So have fun .Things may be rough right now but everything will turn out the way it is suppose to be. thank you for letting me share my thoughts with you. If things get tough just hugs your beautiful children all 8 of them. thank you kathy ARKANSAS
On May 27th 2009, Nica wrote:
In a way Kate seemed more relaxed with the children, letting them help witht he birthday goodie bags and eating pinata candy. But the sadness in her eyes was palpable. How Jon could have his little girl say “I don’t want you to leave anymore” and still do so is beyond me. I wish they would cancel the show, get back to basics and remember why you got married and had these beautiful kids in the first place. Do not run away from your problems Jon, and Kate – lighten up just a little.
On May 27th 2009, Kathy Lockwood wrote:
Dear Jon and Kate, I have watched your family grow over these last 4 seasons. And I never missed a Monday night that your show would be on TLC. I have loved how you have shared your lives with us, but now it hurts way too much to see your family suffer. I remember seeing a show, Jon, where you were wearing a t-shirt that was imprinted with the Bible verse, Isaiah 40: 30-31. I remember feeling a blessing in being reminded of this verse and it’s message of encouragement from our Lord, to each and everyone of us who have trusted Him with our lives and each situation we encounter. Please keep reading this verse, Jon and Kate and have faith that it is still God’s love and encouragement to you during this most terrible time in yours and the children’s lives. I love your family so much and I don’t want to continue to watch on as your family is suffering, in the way that the media has presented it. So, I will refrain from watching anymore of the media blitz, out of respect for you and just continue to pray for each decision that is yours to make. God bless you, each and everyone.
On May 29th 2009, Jennifer wrote:
Dear Jon and Kate,
I’ve been watching your show for a while now. I love your family. I watch it on demand before bed because just watching you seems to tire me out and I have no trouble falling asleep after your show. I have to say that I was interested to see all the media about your family problems. Sorry but I’m human. It makes me angry to see that everyone seems to have an opinion of what they think you should do, including some of your family members. Please tell me how the rest of the world would take 8 kids, feed them, cloth them, nuture them, plan for thier college tuition, and spend quality time with them. Once the rest of the world is on top of that they have to find the time for themselves, and have a perfect relationship with thier spouses, because after feeding 8 kids breakfast, getting them dressed, answering 100 5 year old questions, cleaning the house, playing with the kids, educating them, cleaning the house, making lunch, cleaning lunch, finishing the 10 loads of laundry, chasing the kids, answering a million phone calls, camera men all over the house, yard work, hauling all of the kids in the van, getting chased by the media, and Lord knows whatever else goes on in your day..that’s when it’s time to be nice and sweet to eachother and have great sex. Oh and by the way everyone..since you don’t think Jon and Kate should be doing this show, you and your spouse have to find time to work a 50 hour work week to support these kids, and it better be a doctor or a lawyer cause your supporting the lives, and futures of 10 people. Jon and Kate, keep on doin what your doin. I don’t think there are many people in this world that can do it better. Do the best you can to support eachother and forgive eachother. Your both good , and real people. Your kids love eachother and thier parents. The media can’t change that.
On May 29th 2009, sandra platt wrote:
you are a great and blessed family. I am a child of divorce and i have been divorced. what i have noticed is you and jon do not have enough alone time like date night every week. I also noticed when you ask him to do things i never hear please and thank you. I am not a parent to multiples and it must be difficult for you. Youve done a wonderful job. I don’t know what Jon has done but please go to a pastor. much love
On May 29th 2009, sandra platt wrote:
you are a great and blessed family. i don’t know what its like to have multiples.maybe you don’t have enough alone time together. you have done a wonderful job. please go see a pastor or christian cunselor. praying for your famiy
On May 30th 2009, melissa sadatis wrote:
dear jonandkate Frist i love ur show.I mean its so sad i use to love watching you and jon together it reminded me of my famly besides 7 of the kids but ur love taps they way you control the sitation I find it funnny how the paper the people and even jon and ur family say how controling you r first all women in some sense are like that so jon if you think your go to find a magical women who never acts like that then youve been drinking to much what about you jon we hear how bad kate is whos the one who left the family Kate your a bueatiful women inside and out and if jon wants to be stupied and leave you guys let him he will regret When you and your new husbond are raising the kids i could go on but really the two of you need to be alone go on a vaction if you think fooling around jon is going to satisfie you your crazy kate should not even take you back but i know how it feels to have your heart broken in to a million pieaces Please keep the show and jon your an idot kate a hotty and can get a hotty fast those kids deserve a dad weather itbe you or not and your brother what a jealous loser 4 years and hes fine with the show but someone offers money and he sells u out keep ur head up EVERYTHING happens for a reason EVERYTHING even if it hurt your a good mom and your doing the best you can and guess what women always get bithcy once and awhile thats what we do with out us men wouldnt know what to do good luck i mean it !!!! KEEP YOUR HEAD UP
On June 1st 2009, howie wrote:
Plllllllease people this is all acting and ratings boosting, Can you all be that dumb to actually think is real. i hope you people are’nt certified to vote. The episodes tlc has shown for this season is a joke. I use to love watching this show for the first 3 years it aired,but since they started going on all these trips and they bought this new house, clothes, (which Kate had admitted no fashion finder) book signings, church speeches, interviews on all the talk shows and the freebies this is not the same family. tlc has taken this whole thing and made it into a freaking freak show. Bottom line the last two shows, birthday party for the 5 year olds and hers on ace of cakes are so artificial. Poor acting on all of them. Forget it i won’t be watching anymore. I keep wondering who the heck are these people now. You love them good you must also love a toothache too.
On June 1st 2009, howie wrote:
One more thing her bake a cake, come on she admitted several times she was the cook and jody was the baker. The woman could’nt even follow a simple recipee the twins had brought home from cooking class. What happened to that cake she was suppose to be baking when the huge bus pulled up to her house??? She grabbed her highheels and ran to that bus to travel 4 hours unprepared not knowing where they were going with 8 kids. Huh not the Kate that she portrayed many moons ago. idiots!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
thius woman is a trainwreck and her family too, get a divorce, get on with normal life and quit bleeding the public,,if u really cared about your kids you would stop all the sympathy ploys cancel the show and spend some time with yoyur kids,,,after all all u do is for the kids right? ya right,,,all u care about is the checks and frrebbs, and u have both proved that by being interviewed separately and still leaving one parent home at a time,,if u cant stand one another enough to appear together, then end this farce, get a life and a job and support your own instead of looking to a tv show to do it,,money is more important then your family every evident,,none of u are celebrities,,get over yourselves
On June 7th 2009, K hayes wrote:
Jon and Kate I am a long time fan Ihave wacthed tfrom the start of your show. I am surprised and sadden by your actions. Quit the show now and focus on your family. Best of luck to you all
On June 7th 2009, K hayes wrote:
Jon and Kate I have watched the show from the start. I fill i know you. I am surprised and sadden by your actions. Quit the show now and focus on your family Best of luck to you all.
On June 9th 2009, Beth wrote:
How come nothing is ever mentioned of Jon’s birthday? It was several days after Kate’s. She never gives him a party or a cake….it’s always about her. Then she hits Emeril TWICE on the show. It made a loud sound so you know it must have hurt. She hit him when he told her to leave Jon alone that he was doing a good job cooking…looked like she was jealous as usual.
On June 22nd 2009, Charlie wrote:
Hi there Jon and Kate
my son and I watch your show, and have been doing for a long time, hopefully you can work things out, as you say at the start of every show that “IT MAY BE A CRAZY LIFE, BUT IT’S OUR LIFE, AND YOUR IN IT TOGETHER” HOPE YOU LIVE UP TO YOUR OWN WORDS……
hope you work things out
charlie colborne, ontario canada
On June 22nd 2009, Glynis wrote:
Kate, You are strong and you will make it !!!!!be encouraged. I have a strong will too and I believe that your strength is sometimes misinterpreted as being bossy. One thing that you said in the show is that you can’t get Jon to open up and that he seems angry with you. I believe Jon feels the need to be in control. In the interview he references to it. If you get a chance watch it later My prayers are with you and God is with you
On June 22nd 2009, Megan wrote:
Dear Jon, Kate, Leah, Hannah, Alexas, Joel, Aaden, and Collin,
I have been dieing to know the choice. And it was reaviled tonight, It was hard (especially for you guys!!) and for your fans. I was a reck, I cried, and cried, and cried… I know you guys did the right thing but right now, for the moment, it was just taken very hard. good luck to you guys in the future? I have a question : What will happen with your dogs ?
On June 22nd 2009, Judith wrote:
Jon! Its about time you woke up! Kate has been a ME person from day 1. It must be difficult for both of you. Kate, you should of got help with your mental problem after the birth of the six. Sometimes Nurses like us are the last to admit we need help. You have stiffled Jon with all your outbursts from the beginning. The show on 6/22 from the start, called the kids “My Kids” not ours? I noticed Jon finally caught in to the “MY” thing at the end finally said “MY” kids. Oh selfish Kate, who LOVES the limelight better wake up before its too late for the KIDS!!
On June 22nd 2009, Judy wrote:
I would like to know where is Kate’s family, parents, aunts & uncles etc? Kate, I hope Jon finds a woman who loves & appreciates him. Will U rename the show “Poor Kate & Kate plus Eight? You always treated Jon as a sperm donor anyway. Kate, YOU R PITIFUL!
On June 23rd 2009, Ralph wrote:
We’ve watched for years and are sad it has come to this….although Kate is controlling, she has always admitted so. Watching tonight and hearing Jon, it’s obvious he is struggling with his identity since giving up his outside job. He has so much anger in his eyes and appears to be missing college days, feeling sorry for himself for what he missed out on. His comment of being proud of himself tonight was disgusting…what an immature mouse of a man to jump ship at this time. When he grows up he will regret his decision to walk. How do you bring 8 children into this world and not understand the responsibility? How do you come this far and give it all away for me, me, me?
On June 23rd 2009, Ralph wrote:
Why hasn’t the brother and sister-in-law interviews been addressed?
So disrespectful of them to make such personal comments about your marriage being FAMILY.
VERY DISAPPOINTING.
On June 23rd 2009, stephanie wrote:
dear jon and kate, i feel so bad for the both of you. i dont care what the magizines and tv says about the two of you. you both are wonderful people and have such great kids. i hope and pray that u find your way back to each other. give up the show if it will save your marriage. my heart just breaks for the two of you. never give up
On June 23rd 2009, Aukala wrote:
I have watched show since beginning, watched the kids grow up. Yes, Kate is controlling, but someone has to be, Jon is like having a 9th child. He is so immature, wearing earrings in both ears last night, what is he trying to prove – perhaps reliving his teenage years at the cost of losing his family. He doesn’t like the limelight?? Didn’t seem to bother him when he was with OC Choppers getting his custom bike made. What will he do with the bike when he’s whoring around in NY with the sluts that he can’t seem to stay away from. Too Bad.
On June 23rd 2009, evelyn perez wrote:
Today was one of the saddest day i’ve had in a while i’m so angry and hurt . I must admitt that sometimes Kate was a little boss lady,and I thought Jon was sweet as can be ,but take any woman and give her eight kids. no grandmothers or grandfathers to help out .Kate you have to be proud of yourself .Jon you were great and it was very difficult for both of you but, you both have done an amazing job,However, for you to say that you are proud of your self for standing up for yourself ,who told you that walking away from your wife and children is standing up for yourself ,you are behaving like a crazy teenager not like a man .I hope you think about it and get counseling before you make a decission ,that one day you will regret with all your heart.Jon dont you see what this is doing to Kate ? Jon thats your wife wake up ,before you ruin your life .this is not the best for you and your children.the best for you and your children is to be with your wife and your children through the good times and the hard times .how dare you decide for your children that its best for them not to have a father around all the time . you are making the same excuse that every one makes when they want out.don’t allow your pride ,anger and mistakes determine the rest of your lifes .forgive each other ,the same way that you would want God to forgive you Do not stop doing the show , The show has nothing to do with this.People will continue to watch ,this isn’t about the show ,its about your real life’s and its not only about the kids its about both of you.i’m heart broken.I will pray for both of you . As for the media ,noone really cares what the media says ,they want to make money even if they have to destroy peoples life to do it. May God forgive them .
On June 25th 2009, vikki wrote:
Dear Kate, I’m a fan of your show. I just love you and the kids. I’m so sorry for your breakup. I’m praying for you and your kids. I don’t know if you all are or will cancel the show, if you do, you all will be missed VERY much. I love little Aaden he is the cutest little boy. I just don’t know what to say. Just hold your head up high and live one day at a time. Yes life will be harder for you but just remember you are strong and YOU will make it .I will keep you and the kids in my prayers. Keep the books coming. While you are at the books have pictures of the kids in there. I would love to see how they look as they grow. I can not imagine not seeing your kids at all any more . Just remember to trust in God and don’t loose the faith in him, and live one day at a time. When you are getting sad and you think that you are all alone think of your kids and the good times that you all have shared together. That is a million smiles right there. I hope the VERY BEST of luck to you and the kids. Lots of love from one of your fans. Vikki H.
On June 25th 2009, kayli harper wrote:
I am so sorry about the divorce my parents have had a divorce so I know how it’s gonna be for them I am only 10 yrs old and I really inspire you guys you are always in my living room cause i practicly watch you 24-7 i really do wish you guys luck I’ll pray for you,jon,aaden,cara,mady,hannah, leah,alexis,joel and collen GOD BLESS YOU akyli harper
On June 27th 2009, Janice Goodman wrote:
I’m disgusted with TLC’s renewal of this travesty. Most viewers are also totally disgusted with this entire situation and everyone I know is boycotting the show. Schadenfreude means joy at other people’s sorrows, and let’s be honest, this is what compels people to watch this show.
On July 7th 2009, Barb Goodsell wrote:
Kate evey show I have watched you are yelling at Jon and the kids. that is sad. you treat Jon like a child instead of your husband. I’m sure the money you have made from doing the show is wonderful but what’s more important the money or your marriage? you say you do eveything for the kids, if that is true then why are you giving up on your marriage? kids need a Mom and Dad that are together.have you gone for marriage counseling? it takes two to make or break a marriage. work it out for the sake of your kids. you have a beautiful family work at keeping it together just don’t give up. you and Jon are in my prayers.
On July 13th 2009, Gail wrote:
Kate has changed so much since the show began. She puts on airs that do not make people feel at ease like we used to. I realize that we all need to grow and change, but the media coverage, money, and general attention she has become so much in love with has not displayed her in a very good light. The way she talked to Jon was horrible and I would have fought back long before he did.
On July 13th 2009, Gail wrote:
I do not understand
On July 15th 2009, Been there wrote:
Jon and Kate, My husband and I have three children and we had been married 10 years when he went outside of our marriage. When it came out we split and went to lawyers, but our Pastor asked that we come to Marriage Counseling so WE did it together and We both learned that We had a lot of areas that needed to be worked on and that we had both changed, We decided to work on our marriage and to GROW together again we have been Married 21 years this past June 1. No you don’t forget, but you can forgive and you must make time for each other outside the kids so you have the time you need to GROW together if you decide to try and work things out. This is not easy in any way you Both must work at it. Kate and Jon people will not make it easy either (special the other woman if like the one We had she continued to call and follow us for about 8 months then she finally quit.) What ever you TWO decide on make the decision together and for YOU BOTH and the CHILDREN.
On July 17th 2009, Mikyla Carnegie wrote:
Dear Kate your family is wonderful im 9 and i watch it all the tim please get back together PLEASE!!!!!!!! It would be better for all of your fans and family!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
On July 20th 2009, caissey wrote:
Your kids are adorible!!
I wish I could help you and Jon! I would babysit your kids I am 12 i always watch your show.
On August 4th 2009, Dee wrote:
I WAS a loyal fan of your show and watched with fascination as you two learned how to cope with such an intriguing family!! WHAT A JOB!! HOWEVER, since your split and subsequent shows I’ve watched, I finally feel compelled to make my comments: I am so angry with you Kate ~~ you are RUDE and caustic with Jon. I just watched (partially) your show about your kitchen renovation. You said “What planet do you live on?” to Jon when he suggested under the counter refrigerator. Then you had to recant when the kitchen experts explained what it could do for you and the children. Some time back, when the split was first becoming public, you made the statement “THIS IS MY JOB” referring to your book signings and travel. That is NOT your job, Kate!! YOUR job is trying to raise those children that you and Jon brought into this world as best you can. With that many children, you should be VERY, VERY grateful for all the perks you have received as a result of your show ~~ a beautiful new house, your tummy tuck and breast surgery, your fancy hairdo and blonde streaking. ALL of these things that many women would love to have available to them but don’t!! SHAME, SHAME on your! Stop being so rude to your ex-partner and in spite of anything he might have done (I realize Jon is a “laid back” personality) Jon is a human being, the Father of your children and deserves to be treated with some respect. Take a break from your caustic comments. It’s not funny!!
On August 4th 2009, Mary wrote:
Dear Dee
Think that you said it very well. I also liked the show but now see this as a play for KATE to continue to make money.
Since this is the kids house who do JON AND KATE think they are kidding by redoing the kitchen. whose money is paying for that???????? Seems that they both got used to living high on the hog …….. What will they do when the money runs out???????
On August 4th 2009, Mary wrote:
Oh by the way who is paying for the upkeep of t6he KIDS HOUSE, remember the house was bought for the KIDS. Since the money has been flowing It seems that Kate never cleans any more WHATS UP WITH THAT. It seems that at 70000. an episode and they just had their 100 episode that should give all 10 about 700000.00 each. She spends it like water and he does to.
On August 12th 2009, susan wrote:
The last show of Jon and Kate that I watched was the show about moving into your new home and working for four hours on one section of your refrigerator. Get over yourself, Kate. In my opinion, every show has a common theme….I don’t think I can bear to watch one more program. Kate is so disgustingly rude to everyone. And, it is so disgusting how Kate treats Jon. And, I get the feeling that when Jon is no longer there the children are going to get the brunt of her personality. Just one more thing…I don’t think I can stand to hear one more time how Kate lives and breathes for her children. It’s really not believable.
On August 23rd 2009, Barb Goodsell wrote:
Kate I have watched the show from the beginning and I was shocked how you treated Jon. no matter what he does or says you constantly yell at him and put him down in front of the kids. Jon deserves respect just as much as you do. I feel sorry for your kids. how do you think they feel when you yell at thier father? you keep saying you do everything for your kids what about trying to work on your marriage? isn’t that important for your kids? as for your kids, let them be kids instead of yelling at them the way you do. have you considered counseling for you and Jon. it could be a very good and postive thing to do. if you are stressed out all the time then get some help but don’t take it out on Jon and the kids. it isn’t fair to them. it seems like all you care about is the money and the free stuff you can get. well know what all the money in the world can’t buy happines. you need to be a role model for your kids. yelling at them sin’t a good way to do it. I do hope the kids are doing ok. it’s a big adjustment for them to not have thier father around all the time. I wish you well and I’m praying for you and your family.
On October 5th 2009, tammy wrote:
jon needs to take back his place as a full time father and let go of the ladys he was a participant in the making of eight kids his life is for them, unfortunatley we all don’t get the fairy tale ending with a wife who doesen’t speak her mind but we all do not go out and look for an affair when we only have a few kids jon you are a poor excuse for a father and your vows were for better or worse and im sorry but with eight kids chances are there would be a lot off bad wake up jonny BOY!!!!!
On October 5th 2009, KristinakNAFELC wrote:
I think you two adults are really screwed up individuals. Think about the kids not your self. Jon keep your pecker in your pants and Kate keep your trap shut and work as a team. UNDERSTAND
On November 2nd 2009, Molly flannery wrote:
Dear Jon and Kate and kids: I have watched your show since it all started with the six beautiful kidS had been born. Maddie and cara are two lovely little. Ladies. I hope that everything works out for the best. I think I would be said if Jon and Kate plus 8 would ever end. I request work off on Mondays just to watch your show. I will pray for you Kate and kids, Jon I don’t feel at all sorry for you. When you say til death do us part you should have ment it. Kate you will be strong. I am only 22 but you two could talk more and I hope there will be a season 5? If you like you may email me. Mflannery87@yahoo.com I have a lot of questions to ask but prefer to ask to you guys in private hope you guys are doing okay now god bless
On November 28th 2009, Mikyla wrote:
Dear kate i wish i had a brother or sister your kids are lucky! to always have somewone to play with and to travel alot one day just tell the poparatzi to go away or sew them! does Aiden still come downstairs with his underware on backwords and without his glasses on?
Hi Kate i feel so sorry for your kids they have to struggle seeing you and Jon and how you guys are in a fight i am 10 and i sorda know how it feels my parents sometimes fight and my mom is in Quebec and i have to switch houses to stay there while my mom is gone i wish your show was still on i watch it on TLC and your show was my favourite now the channel is diffrent without your show on anymore! <3 Mikyla age 10
On August 3rd 2010, uhavegot2bekidnmeright wrote:
Kate, I was just wondering who you think you are? I mean really, Why is it you think you are better than everyone else? that your sh** dont stink? you have a horrible attitude and think everyone should kiss the ground that you walk on. Have you always been a snob like this or is it just since you got this show. You do realize that the ONLY reason you got this show was because of the kids right? I can’t believe the way you treat Jon, what gives you the right? He is the best think that has every happen to you and you will never find anyone that will put up with you the way he did. I’m just glad he finally got smart and left you. I do also feel sorry for your children because they have to grow up with a snobby, selfish, rude mother like you. Hopefully they are smarter than you and know it’s not ok to just think about themselves all the time and that people dont need to kiss the ground they walk on. You make me sick and I hope one day you take a GOOD look at yourself and realize your attitude sucks, and maybe just maybe you will change. If you don’t you will end up a lonely lonely person, and not to many people will feel sorry for you because you brought it on yourself.
On May 26th 2009, Dolores macKenzie wrote:
To Kate,
i loved the birthday party and the children looked beautiful and happy.
However,Jon seems to have changed. Distant,
aloff (not toward the children but toward you).
You appear to be having a tougher time but your
determination,for the children’s sake, always seems to win out. I have no doubt that you love your childtren so hang in there. I believe in the end some things happen for the best. Fate just had another plan for you.
Much continued happiness to you and your children.
Dolores Mackenzie
On May 26th 2009, carol wrote:
Dear Kate: I myself am a born again christian and as I watched the Monday night show my heart was so sad for all your all going thru. Remember always what satan is about destroying familes. Do what God would have you do. My prayers are with you all. You don’t know me I know but, I pray it brings you comfort that there are some of us out here that care about you in Christ and pray He will bring your family through this. I hope it brings you comfort and if you don’t journal now would be a good time to start. I keep a prayer journal and it really does help with your feelings telling God ab out them by writing them down. May it help with the anger you are dealing with, with is very painful for you. May He keep you close to His side.God bless a sister in Christ
On May 26th 2009, Rebecca Lea Geissler wrote:
Dear Jon and Kate,I am a divorced,now single Mom.My hope for the both of you and the children is that you remember how you once loved each other. Jon you mentioned on the show that the grass is Not always greener on the other side.Think of your own words.It may seem that whatever is on the other side is so much better,then what you are doing now,but i promise you , if you walk away from what you have now,you will find regret and much sorrow.Kate i could feel you’re hurt and anger over the t.v.I am so sorry for what you are going through.But i believe that you both love each other,with that said love is the foundation you can build on.You both owe it not only to each other but to you’re beautiful children!! I am rooting for you both! All the media, the show forget all that and hang on to each other! Wishing you the best Rebecca Geissler
On May 26th 2009, Diane wrote:
Dear Jon and Kate,
From the picture with this article, it seems the children are not very happy right now. Please find the time in your hectic lives, to renew the love between the two of you. If you would watch the movie “Fireproof” with Kirk Cameron, and get the book “The Love Dare”, you must commit 40 days to completing a dare each day. If you do this, you will understand each other better, communicate better, and once again, you will have the type of marriage that God intended for all couples. Needless to say, you have not had much alone time, but please check out this movie and book. It doesn’t much time each day, but it really gets you thinking about the things you say and do to each other every day. My prayers are with your children and both of you.
Diane
On May 27th 2009, kathy wrote:
Kate, I have 3 kids, 1 girl 26. 1 boy 17. and a girl 14 about to turn 15. I have no idea what it is like to have 8 children. BUT you are doing a wonderful job raising your children and you love them very much. You have wonderful and loving children and they love you with alll of their heart and soul. So have fun .Things may be rough right now but everything will turn out the way it is suppose to be.
thank you for letting me share my thoughts with you. If things get tough just hugs your beautiful children all 8 of them.
thank you kathy
ARKANSAS
On May 27th 2009, Nica wrote:
In a way Kate seemed more relaxed with the children, letting them help witht he birthday goodie bags and eating pinata candy. But the sadness in her eyes was palpable. How Jon could have his little girl say “I don’t want you to leave anymore” and still do so is beyond me. I wish they would cancel the show, get back to basics and remember why you got married and had these beautiful kids in the first place. Do not run away from your problems Jon, and Kate – lighten up just a little.
On May 27th 2009, Kathy Lockwood wrote:
Dear Jon and Kate, I have watched your family grow over these last 4 seasons. And I never missed a Monday night that your show would be on TLC. I have loved how you have shared your lives with us, but now it hurts way too much to see your family suffer. I remember seeing a show, Jon, where you were wearing a t-shirt that was imprinted with the Bible verse, Isaiah 40: 30-31. I remember feeling a blessing in being reminded of this verse and it’s message of encouragement from our Lord, to each and everyone of us who have trusted Him with our lives and each situation we encounter. Please keep reading this verse, Jon and Kate and have faith that it is still God’s love and encouragement to you during this most terrible time in yours and the children’s lives. I love your family so much and I don’t want to continue to watch on as your family is suffering, in the way that the media has presented it. So, I will refrain from watching anymore of the media blitz, out of respect for you and just continue to pray for each decision that is yours to make. God bless you, each and everyone.
On May 29th 2009, Jennifer wrote:
Dear Jon and Kate,
I’ve been watching your show for a while now. I love your family. I watch it on demand before bed because just watching you seems to tire me out and I have no trouble falling asleep after your show. I have to say that I was interested to see all the media about your family problems. Sorry but I’m human. It makes me angry to see that everyone seems to have an opinion of what they think you should do, including some of your family members. Please tell me how the rest of the world would take 8 kids, feed them, cloth them, nuture them, plan for thier college tuition, and spend quality time with them. Once the rest of the world is on top of that they have to find the time for themselves, and have a perfect relationship with thier spouses, because after feeding 8 kids breakfast, getting them dressed, answering 100 5 year old questions, cleaning the house, playing with the kids, educating them, cleaning the house, making lunch, cleaning lunch, finishing the 10 loads of laundry, chasing the kids, answering a million phone calls, camera men all over the house, yard work, hauling all of the kids in the van, getting chased by the media, and Lord knows whatever else goes on in your day..that’s when it’s time to be nice and sweet to eachother and have great sex. Oh and by the way everyone..since you don’t think Jon and Kate should be doing this show, you and your spouse have to find time to work a 50 hour work week to support these kids, and it better be a doctor or a lawyer cause your supporting the lives, and futures of 10 people. Jon and Kate, keep on doin what your doin. I don’t think there are many people in this world that can do it better. Do the best you can to support eachother and forgive eachother. Your both good , and real people. Your kids love eachother and thier parents. The media can’t change that.
On May 29th 2009, sandra platt wrote:
you are a great and blessed family. I am a child of divorce and i have been divorced. what i have noticed is you and jon do not have enough alone time like date night every week. I also noticed when you ask him to do things i never hear please and thank you. I am not a parent to multiples and it must be difficult for you. Youve done a wonderful job. I don’t know what Jon has done but please go to a pastor. much love
On May 29th 2009, sandra platt wrote:
you are a great and blessed family. i don’t know what its like to have multiples.maybe you don’t have enough alone time together. you have done a wonderful job.
please go see a pastor or christian cunselor. praying for your famiy
On May 30th 2009, melissa sadatis wrote:
dear jonandkate
Frist i love ur show.I mean its so sad i use to love watching you and jon together it reminded me of my famly besides 7 of the kids but ur love taps they way you control the sitation I find it funnny how the paper the people and even jon and ur family say how controling you r first all women in some sense are like that so jon if you think your go to find a magical women who never acts like that then youve been drinking to much what about you jon we hear how bad kate is whos the one who left the family Kate your a bueatiful women inside and out and if jon wants to be stupied and leave you guys let him he will regret When you and your new husbond are raising the kids i could go on but really the two of you need to be alone go on a vaction if you think fooling around jon is going to satisfie you your crazy kate should not even take you back but i know how it feels to have your heart broken in to a million pieaces Please keep the show and jon your an idot kate a hotty and can get a hotty fast those kids deserve a dad weather itbe you or not and your brother what a jealous loser 4 years and hes fine with the show but someone offers money and he sells u out keep ur head up EVERYTHING happens for a reason EVERYTHING even if it hurt your a good mom and your doing the best you can and guess what women always get bithcy once and awhile thats what we do with out us men wouldnt know what to do good luck i mean it !!!! KEEP YOUR HEAD UP
On June 1st 2009, howie wrote:
Plllllllease people this is all acting and ratings boosting, Can you all be that dumb to actually think is real. i hope you people are’nt certified to vote. The episodes tlc has shown for this season is a joke. I use to love watching this show for the first 3 years it aired,but since they started going on all these trips and they bought this new house, clothes, (which Kate had admitted no fashion finder) book signings, church speeches, interviews on all the talk shows and the freebies this is not the same family. tlc has taken this whole thing and made it into a freaking freak show. Bottom line the last two shows, birthday party for the 5 year olds and hers on ace of cakes are so artificial. Poor acting on all of them. Forget it i won’t be watching anymore. I keep wondering who the heck are these people now. You love them good you must also love a toothache too.
On June 1st 2009, howie wrote:
One more thing her bake a cake, come on she admitted several times she was the cook and jody was the baker. The woman could’nt even follow a simple recipee the twins had brought home from cooking class. What happened to that cake she was suppose to be baking when the huge bus pulled up to her house??? She grabbed her highheels and ran to that bus to travel 4 hours unprepared not knowing where they were going with 8 kids. Huh not the Kate that she portrayed many moons ago. idiots!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
On June 2nd 2009, joni wrote:
thius woman is a trainwreck and her family too, get a divorce, get on with normal life and quit bleeding the public,,if u really cared about your kids you would stop all the sympathy ploys cancel the show and spend some time with yoyur kids,,,after all all u do is for the kids right? ya right,,,all u care about is the checks and frrebbs, and u have both proved that by being interviewed separately and still leaving one parent home at a time,,if u cant stand one another enough to appear together, then end this farce, get a life and a job and support your own instead of looking to a tv show to do it,,money is more important then your family every evident,,none of u are celebrities,,get over yourselves
On June 7th 2009, K hayes wrote:
Jon and Kate I am a long time fan Ihave wacthed tfrom the start of your show. I am surprised and sadden by your actions. Quit the show now and focus on your family. Best of luck to you all
On June 7th 2009, K hayes wrote:
Jon and Kate I have watched the show from the start. I fill i know you. I am surprised and sadden by your actions. Quit the show now and focus on your family Best of luck to you all.
On June 9th 2009, Beth wrote:
How come nothing is ever mentioned of Jon’s birthday? It was several days after Kate’s. She never gives him a party or a cake….it’s always about her.
Then she hits Emeril TWICE on the show. It made a loud sound so you know it must have hurt. She hit him when he told her to leave Jon alone that he was doing a good job cooking…looked like she was jealous as usual.
On June 22nd 2009, Charlie wrote:
Hi there Jon and Kate
my son and I watch your show, and have been doing for a long time, hopefully you can work things out, as you say at the start of every show that “IT MAY BE A CRAZY LIFE, BUT IT’S OUR LIFE, AND YOUR IN IT TOGETHER”
HOPE YOU LIVE UP TO YOUR OWN WORDS……
hope you work things out
charlie
colborne, ontario
canada
On June 22nd 2009, Glynis wrote:
Kate,
You are strong and you will make it !!!!!be encouraged. I have a strong will too and I believe that your strength is sometimes misinterpreted as being bossy. One thing that you said in the show is that you can’t get Jon to open up and that he seems angry with you. I believe Jon feels the need to be in control. In the interview he references to it. If you get a chance watch it later My prayers are with you and God is with you
On June 22nd 2009, Megan wrote:
Dear Jon, Kate, Leah, Hannah, Alexas, Joel, Aaden, and Collin,
I have been dieing to know the choice. And it was reaviled tonight, It was hard (especially for you guys!!) and for your fans. I was a reck, I cried, and cried, and cried…
I know you guys did the right thing but right now, for the moment, it was just taken very hard. good luck to you guys in the future?
I have a question : What will happen with your dogs ?
On June 22nd 2009, Judith wrote:
Jon! Its about time you woke up! Kate has been a ME person from day 1. It must be difficult for both of you. Kate, you should of got help with your mental problem after the birth of the six. Sometimes Nurses like us are the last to admit we need help. You have stiffled Jon with all your outbursts from the beginning. The show on 6/22 from the start, called the kids “My Kids” not ours? I noticed Jon finally caught in to the “MY” thing at the end finally said “MY” kids. Oh selfish Kate, who LOVES the limelight better wake up before its too late for the KIDS!!
On June 22nd 2009, Judy wrote:
I would like to know where is Kate’s family, parents, aunts & uncles etc? Kate, I hope Jon finds a woman who loves & appreciates him. Will U rename the show “Poor Kate & Kate plus Eight? You always treated Jon as a sperm donor anyway. Kate, YOU R PITIFUL!
On June 23rd 2009, Ralph wrote:
We’ve watched for years and are sad it has come to this….although Kate is controlling, she has always admitted so. Watching tonight and hearing Jon, it’s obvious he is struggling with his identity since giving up his outside job. He has so much anger in his eyes and appears to be missing college days, feeling sorry for himself for what he missed out on. His comment of being proud of himself tonight was disgusting…what an immature mouse of a man to jump ship at this time. When he grows up he will regret his decision to walk. How do you bring 8 children into this world and not understand the responsibility? How do you come this far and give it all away for me, me, me?
On June 23rd 2009, Ralph wrote:
Why hasn’t the brother and sister-in-law interviews been addressed?
So disrespectful of them to make such personal comments about your marriage being FAMILY.
VERY DISAPPOINTING.
On June 23rd 2009, stephanie wrote:
dear jon and kate, i feel so bad for the both of you. i dont care what the magizines and tv says about the two of you. you both are wonderful people and have such great kids. i hope and pray that u find your way back to each other. give up the show if it will save your marriage. my heart just breaks for the two of you. never give up
On June 23rd 2009, Aukala wrote:
I have watched show since beginning, watched the kids grow up. Yes, Kate is controlling, but someone has to be, Jon is like having a 9th child. He is so immature, wearing earrings in both ears last night, what is he trying to prove – perhaps reliving his teenage years at the cost of losing his family. He doesn’t like the limelight?? Didn’t seem to bother him when he was with OC Choppers getting his custom bike made. What will he do with the bike when he’s whoring around in NY with the sluts that he can’t seem to stay away from. Too Bad.
On June 23rd 2009, evelyn perez wrote:
Today was one of the saddest day i’ve had in a while
i’m so angry and hurt . I must admitt that sometimes Kate was a little boss lady,and I thought Jon was sweet as can be ,but take any woman and give her eight kids. no grandmothers or grandfathers to help out .Kate you have to be proud of yourself .Jon you were great and it was very difficult for both of you but, you both have done an amazing job,However, for you to say that you are proud of your self for standing up for yourself ,who told you that walking away from your wife and children is standing up for yourself ,you are behaving like a crazy teenager not like a man .I hope you think about it and get counseling before you make a decission ,that one day you will regret with all your heart.Jon dont you see what this is doing to Kate ? Jon thats your wife wake up ,before you ruin your life .this is not the best for you and your children.the best for you and your children is to be with your wife and your children through the good times and the hard times .how dare you decide for your children that its best for them not to have a father around all the time . you are making the same excuse that every one makes when they want out.don’t allow your pride ,anger and mistakes determine the rest of your lifes .forgive each other ,the same way that you would want God to forgive you
Do not stop doing the show , The show has nothing to do with this.People will continue to watch ,this isn’t about the show ,its about your real life’s and its not only about the kids its about both of you.i’m heart broken.I will pray for both of you .
As for the media ,noone really cares what the media says ,they want to make money even if they have to destroy peoples life to do it. May God forgive them .
On June 25th 2009, vikki wrote:
Dear Kate, I’m a fan of your show. I just love you and the kids. I’m so sorry for your breakup. I’m praying for you and your kids. I don’t know if you all are or will cancel the show, if you do, you all will be missed VERY much. I love little Aaden he is the cutest little boy. I just don’t know what to say. Just hold your head up high and live one day at a time. Yes life will be harder for you but just remember you are strong and YOU will make it .I will keep you and the kids in my prayers. Keep the books coming. While you are at the books have pictures of the kids in there. I would love to see how they look as they grow. I can not imagine not seeing your kids at all any more .
Just remember to trust in God and don’t loose the faith in him, and live one day at a time. When you are getting sad and you think that you are all alone think of your kids and the good times that you all have shared together. That is a million smiles right there. I hope the VERY BEST of luck to you and the kids. Lots of love from one of your fans. Vikki H.
On June 25th 2009, kayli harper wrote:
I am so sorry about the divorce my parents have had a divorce so I know how it’s gonna be for them I am only 10 yrs old and I really inspire you guys you are always in my living room cause i practicly watch you 24-7 i really do wish you guys luck I’ll pray for you,jon,aaden,cara,mady,hannah,
leah,alexis,joel and collen GOD BLESS YOU
akyli harper
On June 27th 2009, Janice Goodman wrote:
I’m disgusted with TLC’s renewal of this travesty. Most viewers are also totally disgusted with this entire situation and everyone I know is boycotting the show. Schadenfreude means joy at other people’s sorrows, and let’s be honest, this is what compels people to watch this show.
On July 7th 2009, Barb Goodsell wrote:
Kate evey show I have watched you are yelling at Jon and the kids. that is sad. you treat Jon like a child instead of your husband. I’m sure the money you have made from doing the show is wonderful but what’s more important the money or your marriage? you say you do eveything for the kids, if that is true then why are you giving up on your marriage? kids need a Mom and Dad that are together.have you gone for marriage counseling? it takes two to make or break a marriage. work it out for the sake of your kids. you have a beautiful family work at keeping it together just don’t give up. you and Jon are in my prayers.
On July 13th 2009, Gail wrote:
Kate has changed so much since the show began. She puts on airs that do not make people feel at ease like we used to. I realize that we all need to grow and change, but the media coverage, money, and general attention she has become so much in love with has not displayed her in a very good light. The way she talked to Jon was horrible and I would have fought back long before he did.
On July 13th 2009, Gail wrote:
I do not understand
On July 15th 2009, Been there wrote:
Jon and Kate,
My husband and I have three children and we had been married 10 years when he went outside of our
marriage. When it came out we split and went to lawyers, but our Pastor asked that we come to Marriage Counseling so WE did it together and We both learned that We had a lot of areas that needed to be worked on and that we had both changed, We decided to work on our marriage and to GROW together again we have been Married 21 years this past June 1. No you don’t forget, but you can forgive and you must make time for each other outside the kids so you have the time you need to GROW together if you decide to try and work things out. This is not easy in any way you Both must work at it. Kate and Jon people
will not make it easy either (special the other woman if like the one We had she continued to call and follow us for about 8 months then she
finally quit.) What ever you TWO decide on make the decision together and for YOU BOTH and the CHILDREN.
On July 17th 2009, Mikyla Carnegie wrote:
Dear Kate your family is wonderful im 9 and i watch it all the tim please get back together PLEASE!!!!!!!! It would be better for all of your fans and family!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
On July 20th 2009, caissey wrote:
Your kids are adorible!!
I wish I could help you and Jon! I would babysit your kids I am 12 i always watch your show.
On August 4th 2009, Dee wrote:
I WAS a loyal fan of your show and watched with fascination as you two learned how to cope with such an intriguing family!! WHAT A JOB!!
HOWEVER, since your split and subsequent shows I’ve watched, I finally feel compelled to make my comments:
I am so angry with you Kate ~~ you are RUDE and caustic with Jon. I just watched (partially) your show about your kitchen renovation. You said “What planet do you live on?” to Jon when he suggested under the counter refrigerator. Then you had to recant when the kitchen experts explained what it could do for you and the children.
Some time back, when the split was first becoming public, you made the statement “THIS IS MY JOB” referring to your book signings and travel. That is NOT your job, Kate!! YOUR job is trying to raise those children that you and Jon brought into this world as best you can.
With that many children, you should be VERY, VERY grateful for all the perks you have received as a result of your show ~~ a beautiful new house, your tummy tuck and breast surgery, your fancy hairdo and blonde streaking. ALL of these things that many women would love to have available to them but don’t!!
SHAME, SHAME on your! Stop being so rude to your ex-partner and in spite of anything he might have done (I realize Jon is a “laid back” personality) Jon is a human being, the Father of your children and deserves to be treated with some respect.
Take a break from your caustic comments. It’s not funny!!
On August 4th 2009, Mary wrote:
Dear Dee
Think that you said it very well. I also liked the show but now see this as a play for KATE to continue to make money.
Since this is the kids house who do JON AND KATE think they are kidding by redoing the kitchen. whose money is paying for that????????
Seems that they both got used to living high on the hog …….. What will they do when the money runs out???????
On August 4th 2009, Mary wrote:
Oh by the way who is paying for the upkeep of t6he KIDS HOUSE, remember the house was bought for the KIDS.
Since the money has been flowing It seems that Kate never cleans any more WHATS UP WITH THAT.
It seems that at 70000. an episode and they just had their 100 episode that should give all 10 about 700000.00 each. She spends it like water and he does to.
On August 12th 2009, susan wrote:
The last show of Jon and Kate that I watched was the show about moving into your new home and working for four hours on one section of your refrigerator. Get over yourself, Kate. In my opinion, every show has a common theme….I don’t think I can bear to watch one more program. Kate is so disgustingly rude to everyone. And, it is so disgusting how Kate treats Jon. And, I get the feeling that when Jon is no longer there the children are going to get the brunt of her personality. Just one more thing…I don’t think I can stand to hear one more time how Kate lives and breathes for her children. It’s really not believable.
On August 23rd 2009, Barb Goodsell wrote:
Kate I have watched the show from the beginning and I was shocked how you treated Jon. no matter what he does or says you constantly yell at him and put him down in front of the kids. Jon deserves respect just as much as you do. I feel sorry for your kids. how do you think they feel when you yell at thier father? you keep saying you do everything for your kids what about trying to work on your marriage? isn’t that important for your kids? as for your kids, let them be kids instead of yelling at them the way you do. have you considered counseling for you and Jon. it could be a very good and postive thing to do. if you are stressed out all the time then get some help but don’t take it out on Jon and the kids. it isn’t fair to them. it seems like all you care about is the money and the free stuff you can get. well know what all the money in the world can’t buy happines. you need to be a role model for your kids. yelling at them sin’t a good way to do it. I do hope the kids are doing ok. it’s a big adjustment for them to not have thier father around all the time. I wish you well and I’m praying for you and your family.
On October 5th 2009, tammy wrote:
jon needs to take back his place as a full time father and let go of the ladys he was a participant in the making of eight kids his life is for them, unfortunatley we all don’t get the fairy tale ending with a wife who doesen’t speak her mind but we all do not go out and look for an affair when we only have a few kids jon you are a poor excuse for a father and your vows were for better or worse and im sorry but with eight kids chances are there would be a lot off bad wake up jonny BOY!!!!!
On October 5th 2009, KristinakNAFELC wrote:
I think you two adults are really screwed up individuals. Think about the kids not your self. Jon keep your pecker in your pants and Kate keep your trap shut and work as a team. UNDERSTAND
On November 2nd 2009, Molly flannery wrote:
Dear Jon and Kate and kids: I have watched your show since it all started with the six beautiful kidS had been born. Maddie and cara are two lovely little. Ladies. I hope that everything works out for the best. I think I would be said if Jon and Kate plus 8 would ever end. I request work off on Mondays just to watch your show. I will pray for you Kate and kids, Jon I don’t feel at all sorry for you. When you say til death do us part you should have ment it. Kate you will be strong. I am only 22 but you two could talk more and I hope there will be a season 5? If you like you may email me. Mflannery87@yahoo.com I have a lot of questions to ask but prefer to ask to you guys in private hope you guys are doing okay now god bless
On November 28th 2009, Mikyla wrote:
Dear kate i wish i had a brother or sister your kids are lucky! to always have somewone to play with and to travel alot one day just tell the poparatzi to go away or sew them! does Aiden still come downstairs with his underware on backwords and without his glasses on?
On March 26th 2010, Mikyla wrote:
Hi Kate i feel so sorry for your kids they have to struggle seeing you and Jon and how you guys are in a fight i am 10 and i sorda know how it feels my parents sometimes fight and my mom is in Quebec and i have to switch houses to stay there while my mom is gone i wish your show was still on i watch it on TLC and your show was my favourite now the channel is diffrent without your show on anymore! <3 Mikyla age 10
On August 3rd 2010, uhavegot2bekidnmeright wrote:
Kate,
I was just wondering who you think you are? I mean really, Why is it you think you are better than everyone else? that your sh** dont stink? you have a horrible attitude and think everyone should kiss the ground that you walk on. Have you always been a snob like this or is it just since you got this show. You do realize that the ONLY reason you got this show was because of the kids right? I can’t believe the way you treat Jon, what gives you the right? He is the best think that has every happen to you and you will never find anyone that will put up with you the way he did. I’m just glad he finally got smart and left you. I do also feel sorry for your children because they have to grow up with a snobby, selfish, rude mother like you. Hopefully they are smarter than you and know it’s not ok to just think about themselves all the time and that people dont need to kiss the ground they walk on. You make me sick and I hope one day you take a GOOD look at yourself and realize your attitude sucks, and maybe just maybe you will change. If you don’t you will end up a lonely lonely person, and not to many people will feel sorry for you because you brought it on yourself.