Kate + 8 (Jon Optional)

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Jun 14, 2012 22:52:00 GMT -4 Babycakes said:

No one care about multiples anymore. And no one is checking for her or Jon, and their public trainwreck anymore. That time has passed. What she really needs to do to stay public is to start putting the kids in pageants. Then, the cameras will come. A mom with 5 girls on the circuit? Kate's OCD over dresses and styling? Screeching about needing to win to feed the family? The freebies from sponsors to drag the kids cross country? It's surprising she hasn't gone this route already.

Nah. Pageants are too downmarket. That's her old life. She's going higher-end. She wants to compete with Michelle Obama (or at least Kelly Ripa or Heidi Klum) for the mommy-lifestyle market.

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Kate is suddenly ready to take things to the next level with her fans.

‏@saidbyjeannie@Kateplusmy8

we should plan a girls mini vaca. spa/run/dinner/drinks & good conversation!

‏@kateplusmy8@SaidByJeannie

omg YES! Where?

‏@mainegirl2@Kateplusmy8

thanks Kate:) glad you had a great running weekend:) I really enjoy your tweets, thank you!!

‏@kateplusmy8@MaineGirl2

lady, get you down here to run with us! if you girls plan a spot to meet and run, & its do able, I'll be there...

‏@mainegirl2@Kateplusmy8

I am looking for the opportunity to run with you, Kate! Its coming-soon:) It will be so much fun:) We need to work on it!

‏@kateplusmy8@MaineGirl2

if you can spear head it and find out who is interested, where everyone is, etc we should find a neutral spot..and do it.

‏@r3boz@Kateplusmy8

ha! If all is serious I will start the planning!?? August anyone? We can DM

‏@kateplusmy8@r3boz

Aug is hard Bc my kids start sch so early...Ok dm/keep me postedviaemail.I don't always get to all my tweets

‏@r3boz@Kateplusmy8 @mainegirl2

is Nashville, tn neutral?? Remember I have hotel connections here;-)

@kateplusmy8@r3boz @mainegirl2

you doooo? It's def an easy flight to get into Nashville from anywhere pretty much! And I love it there!

I'm not sure what Kate's game is here. I just know she's playing one.

[DaisyNukem]

I'm sure she's trying to show people how many "fans" she has. It will be interesting to see if this actually happens, or if when it comes to putting their money where their mouth is, most of her "fans" develop unavoidable "conflicts."

[tara57]

Perhaps Kate is planning to solicit sponsors and sell pictures or video of the meet-up.

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‏@kateplusmy8thank you @jasonhueman and @tedgibson for making me beautiful
and for sharing an amazing dinner @fig&olive with me! Fun day w friends! XO

‏@tedgibson@Kateplusmy8 @jasonhueman @fig that was so much fun always great to see ya xo

Yep, Kate still regularly travels to NYC to get her hair done by the same guys she went to when she had a show. If she is paying for the trip and her not so amazing hairstyling out of pocket that's just sad. These guys taking Kate out to dinner and having "so much fun" comes at a price. Jeez, is she that desperate for a night out with friends? I'm sure there's a salon in her area that can accomplish the same results at a much lower cost.

[margojata]

Kate Gosselin ‏@kateplusmy8

I just said 2 kids:'We have surprise guests again tomorrow!' Kids started guessing.. Aadens 1st guess, excitedly: 'THE (film) CREW!!'

Yeah, how about the kid actually invites a friend over - you know - a child his own age? They need to stop missing adult strange men. I'm sure Kate keeps egging this shit on because they would be long forgotten by now.

So what is she cooking up with Jon? OK, he made his PUBLIC apology to her. Check. And I saw him say something about how now that the kids are older, filming is actually OK for them! Check. She'll get herself back on TV even if she has to actually speak to Jon. And he's such a little weasel (really Jon, just enjoy the dignity of that new job) that he's ready to crawl in the dirt and lick her feet if it'll get him TV money again.

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Here's Kate's CC blog full of useless info and stuff you already knew. Again!

Each year, we get especially excited for our favorite summer holiday, 4th of July! It is steeped in deep tradition here in our household and brings warm temperature and fond memories of celebrating the birthday of our nation, locally and afar, with my family.

Many years ago, when Mady and Cara were infants, I worked long hard hours designing and creating a blue ribbon winning red, white and blue adorned stroller to enter the local Wyomissing Fourth of July Parade’s “stroller division.” One year, I even asked a friend to make shimmery dresses for Mady and Cara to wear! Yes, I was crazy exuberant about the biggest parade in our community and I wasn’t the only one. Nearly everywhere you looked, everyone was putting forth their best efforts to win in their category. It was so much fun!

One year, Jon and I even tucked our babies into bed and as we began to decorate our double jogger stroller, we felt compelled to cover our garage windows so that no one would catch a glimpse of our masterpiece ahead of time. The competition was fierce, I tell you! It makes me laugh to remember the energy and creativity the we turned loose on such a contest.

We won first and second place the years that we entered. The prize was simply the fun, memories and photographs we had to share for years to come. Fast forward to present years and that same thrilling excitement comes to mind!

Although our 4ths haven’t always been “traditional,” especially in recent years, there are some elements that keep the feeling alive.

We always line our driveway with the American flags that are routinely handed out just prior to the start of our local parade. We have collected many over the years and I’ve purchased a few to add to our collection– especially since our recent long driveway has required additional supplies! : )

Beyond that, I typically plan a barbecue with a red, white and blue theme. A few of my favorite 4th of July traditions:

I make all of our cookout foods from scratch (as usual) as opposed to buying pre-made dishes. This allows me to keep with tradition while saving a whole lot of money!

For starters, I make a traditional flag cake that I saw in a magazine years ago. With a white cake box mix, blueberries and sliced strawberries and Cool Whip topping, I create an “edible flag.” It’s a light and delicious treat that has become a standard tradition in our family! In the past, I have also made a layered dessert using ladyfingers, homemade whipped cream, strawberries and blueberries for an “adult’ version. It has a beautiful holiday themed look if displayed in a clear glass bowl.

When cooking, I usually go with hot dogs and hamburgers and all the fixings. It’s inexpensive and has a very summery feel.

Additionally, I typically serve macaroni and potato salad, baked beans and the always popular (in our family) deviled eggs! Fruit salad, veggies and dip and any other light dishes can be added. It all screams “summer fun cook out time by the pool” and it’s hard to go wrong with that! Make sure to check for grocery coupons before you head to the store!

For decorating, I resist buying all flag-themed items. To save, I typically use red plates, blue napkins and white tablecloths, or any combination I find on sale or have on hand. I also tend to purchase decorations AFTER the holiday when they go on final sale or clearance. I save them along with my 4th decorations, which I also use year after year. Reusing decorations is a great way to help with creating traditions and it also helps save money over the years.

Whatever the 4th of July means to you (beyond the obvious celebration of our great nation’s birthday), I hope that is a day to come together with family and friends while celebrating your own (affordable) traditions!

- K8

Hamburgers and hot dogs? You don't say. A flag cake? How unique! Reuse decorations? Gosh, I never would have thought of that.

I typed "mom blogs fourth of july" into Google and quickly found this, this, and this. These mom blogs are a dime a dozen and are far and away (or should I say "locally and afar") much better than Kate's personal blog and her CC contributions. And she wants to write books and make a career out of being a super mom? Yeah, good luck with that.

[margojata]

And potato salad! That gal is a genius.

She's still bitching about not having a beach vacation. What good is the 4th of July if no one sees you celebrate it?

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Kate retweeted a link to this article. Wow, what a reeeaaaach!!!

[margojata]

She's rockin' some passive-aggressive victim shit here..

Kate Gosselin ‏@kateplusmy8

@truth_Teller201 me too. The fact that he asked, always is worth my loneliness.I'm happy for them even if it's somehow hard for both me&kids


@mamaholland yep. I saw pics of them and they did have fun. Extra day with day is always appreciated by them...


GN, all. Spent my 1st summer holiday EVER (my 1st full holiday period,I think) w/o my kids..but happy they got extra X 2 spend w/their dad!

So apparently Jon asked for the kids for the 4th. She's happy. But lonely. But it's great. But it's hard for her. And the kids. But how great.

I still think they're trying to cook up a show. Money and/or fame is the only reason she's gonna be nice to the guy.