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Kate Gosselin Helps Fundraise For The American Red Cross

By Pam@IW

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By Pam

In the last day or so there has been a small “stir” created by a select group of disgruntled people regarding a picture that Kate Gosselin posed for and posted on her website.  In the picture, she is sitting on a chair in her home wrapped in an American Red Cross blanket. This group of disgruntled people have determined that this picture of Kate with this blanket is inappropriate. One writer claims that Kate is trying to look “coquettish.” I will have to admit when I first read that I wondered what wrapped up in an American Red Cross blanket had anything to do with playing croquette. Ok, refocused my continuously failing vision and I saw the word again. “Coquettish: A woman who makes teasing sexual or romantic overtures; a flirt.”

Hmmm, I just don’t see it. I don’t see how a woman sitting in full daylight on a chair in her living room smiling at a camera wrapped in a blanket is looking “coquettish.”  What else was she suppose to do with the blanket. Place it on her head and wear it like a scarf?

Anyway, I decided to write this branch of the Red Cross and get my own take on this ridiculous situation. This is the statement that I received:

The Southeastern Pennsylvania chapter of the American Red Cross is launching a fundraising campaign to support the chapter’s work in responding to home fires, the most common type of disaster. To raise the visibility of the campaign, the chapter reached out to dozens of Philadelphia area celebrities-including Kate Gosselin-and asked them to send a photo of themselves with a Red Cross blanket. We gave the celebrities the leeway to be creative with their photos, but did ask that the poses be appropriate. We have reached out to Kate and have asked that she submit an alternate photograph. All of the celebrities have volunteered their service for the campaign and none have been compensated in any way. Each year, the Southeastern Pennsylvania chapter responds to about 750 home fires each year and we appreciate the help of all of the celebrities to support that effort.

In addition to this statement, their spokesperson stated:

Unfortunately those who contacted me in previous emails and by phone misrepresented themselves and have since misrepresented what I said. I did mistakenly write that we have asked Ms. Gosselin to take down the photo. We have not. I meant to write we have asked that she submit a different photo for us to use on the phillyhomefire website.

Thanks,

Dave

In an additional email, Dave stressed:

It’s about we want the attention to be on the campaign and the wonderful work the Southeastern PA Chapter of the American Red Cross does and the need for that work, and the great support we are receiving, not side issues that only detract from the campaign’s core mission.

I agree 100 percent Dave! So let’s do the right thing here. Let’s forget all of this nonsense and get out and support the American Red Cross. I for one will be making a donation this afternoon. Let’s take what these people have made ugly and turn it into something positive and beautiful. Please support your American Red Cross.
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Comments

  1. Deborah says

    November 9, 2011 at 3:26 pm

    LoL, poor Dave.
    Will do. They need our support and that’s all Kate was trying to bring to our attention.

  2. HB says

    November 9, 2011 at 3:40 pm

    Pam, you certainly are the go-to gal when it comes to clarifying background ‘white noise’. Thank you! (Now if I could get my order in for an ‘In-N-Out’…)

    Utter NONSENSE that I’d read (at Sage’s) in re. to this photo that Kate posted w/o fanfare. What ‘small’ minds could ever think that it’s remotely THEIR BUSINESS to contact the Red Cross w. threats. The RED CROSS…??? This is to me, the ‘American apple pie’ of organizations, who are forever in need of OUR SUPPORT!

  3. Serp. says

    November 9, 2011 at 3:51 pm

    Thanks for including the link. I think the affect she’s expressing is a little off, but other than that I don’t see anything wrong with it.

  4. BlogHawg says

    November 9, 2011 at 3:52 pm

    I am all for moral responsibility. It must be very hurtful to try and do a beautiful & charitable act only to be vilified for it . The perpetrators in this case are who took the focus off the campaign and then were rewarded for it. Everything else is a PR canned response to me until I see an apology to Kate from Dave. Her generosity did not deserve this.
    I recognize the RCs good work. just as I’ll recognize the proper response.

  5. Pam@IW says

    November 9, 2011 at 4:03 pm

    BlogHawg, I do hear what you are saying.

  6. Pam@IW says

    November 9, 2011 at 4:05 pm

    HB, I think quite a few of us emailed Dave, LOL. From his twitter account, I think he has had a rough day and I also think he is young.

  7. Lily@IW says

    November 9, 2011 at 4:07 pm

    Well, I’m still a little peeved that they want a different photo for their phillyhomefire website. But, I’m willing to let it go. They got smacked w/a Khater attack and while I think they should have supported Kate and ignored the rabble, the khaters can be surprising, sneaky and loud.
    The khaters should be ashamed. We all remember the cry “Kate doesn’t do anything for her home state.” The G kids have been off tv for awhile but they are still trying to disrupt Kate’s life.

  8. Sage says

    November 9, 2011 at 4:14 pm

    Very well put, BlogHawg.

  9. Lily@IW says

    November 9, 2011 at 4:23 pm

    I agree, nicely said BlogHawg.
    /
    Off to reread Anya’s very interesting interview w/Bryan Masche.
    /

    https://imperfectwomen.com/sextuplet-dad-bryan-masche-looking-back-moving-forward/

  10. pattypie says

    November 9, 2011 at 4:28 pm

    I agree BlogHawg…

    The guy made a mistake but he does need to apologize for it.

  11. Marnie says

    November 9, 2011 at 4:28 pm

    Bloghawg, I hear what you’re saying too
    _
    I also think the haters owe Dave and the Red Cross a huge apology for their immaturity and the negativity they have brought to the Red Cross. Completely disrespectful.
    –
    The haters nag and cry about Kate using the kids to gain fame, get money and that she only does good deeds if she gets paid. Well there you go haters. Kate showed you that she didn’t need the kids to get any attention (but we already knew that) and she doesn’t need to get paid to do it.
    –
    Haters also further proved that this is all about their hatrd for Kate and has nothing to do with protecting the Gosselin children.

  12. CoCoPuff says

    November 9, 2011 at 4:57 pm

    Marnie said…Haters also further proved that this is all about their hatrd for Kate and has nothing to do with protecting the Gosselin children.
    ********************
    It NEVER was about the kids they — — USED them to Hate on Kate.

    Have you seen the horrible things the haters have said about the kids? All while Jon and Ellen egg them on !
    SAD and the truth!

  13. Anya@IW says

    November 9, 2011 at 5:14 pm

    Thanks, Pam for clarifying all this BS (sorry I can’t think of a prettier term). I really thought I had seen it all in my Gosselin blogging, but this takes the cake. All I can think about are the real problems this world is facing and I can’t believe what some hate-filled people choose to focus their energy on.
    .
    So personally, while it would be nice for the RC to apologize to Kate, I’m not going to hold my breath. Tomorrow’s payday and I’ll make a donation in Kate’s name to honor the good intent behind her actions.

  14. HB says

    November 9, 2011 at 5:33 pm

    I pray cooler heads will prevail…! To withold donations to the Red Cross b/c of this young man’s decision to me, is so counter productive. I would not be at all surprised if ‘Dave’ hasn’t ANY IDEA what the he!! goes on in the underbelly of Kate-hate.

  15. MarieS says

    November 9, 2011 at 5:40 pm

    Gosh, Katy Perry (author of the lyrics, Is it a hickie or a bruise) is auctioning a very short, very tight red sequined dress for the Red Cross. Someone should tell the haters cuz this is just scandalous. It’s pure sex. Write the Red Cross! Get out the pitch forks and tar!

    Really that type of person disgusts me.

  16. Marnie says

    November 9, 2011 at 6:35 pm

    Oh Marie! I love you!

  17. Jennie@IW says

    November 9, 2011 at 6:42 pm

    I hadn’t had a chance to see the “offending” photo before – I knew it would probably be much ado about nothing, but geez, seeing it really drives home how stupid these harpies are. “Coquettish”? Why? Because her feet are bare? Because she’s smiling? It’s not a sexy photo at all. Kate’s looking damn good these days and she can look sexy without making too much effort – she clearly wasn’t trying to vamp it up. She’s not even wearing her hooker heels!
    .
    I do think the Red Cross rep should apologize for asking for a different photo and making it seem like Kate had done something wrong, but I also think he’s been overwhelmed by the Crazy that he little understands. I think we can all sympathize with that.

  18. Ann@IW says

    November 9, 2011 at 7:58 pm

    I just looked at Kate’s photo. OMG this is about jealousy, people. She’s stunning. The picture is gorgeous. The hater who lied to Dave (who was it?) must be one of those insecure women who feels threatened by attractive women. Yes, the photo will turn most men’s heads, but it’s not because she is “coquettish” lol. She’s just pretty. Oh, I feel sorry for whoever this hater is. She reveals a bit too much about herself by protesting an innocent photo.

  19. Judy says

    November 9, 2011 at 8:25 pm

    Ann, I agree. Kate is absolutely stunning in that photo and if anyone thinks otherwise, they definitely have a problem.

    This hate has gone way too far… It’s time for someone to expose the haters for the ugly bullies that they are…

  20. carol says

    November 9, 2011 at 8:33 pm

    I am seriously appalled by all of this. Have they gone after CouponCabin yet? These people are a real threat to Kate’s livelihood. It is time for her to go after and expose these bullies. I read his first response to the haters and IMO he owes Kate a big apology. Why are these people even looking at Kate’s blog,the children are off tv,wasn’t that what they wanted?

  21. Judy says

    November 9, 2011 at 8:39 pm

    At what point is this behavior illegal?

  22. snickers says

    November 9, 2011 at 9:23 pm

    Carol,

    I think they have gone after coupon cabin. Something or someone is going to have to be sued by Kate to get it to stop. This SueBuddy has caused many problems for the RC organization when they are in dire need of donations this year. I work my local foodbank every week and we have many more families this year. Please, if you can donate a few cans to your local foodbank for the holidays. Some family would thank all of you.

  23. Samantha@IW says

    November 10, 2011 at 7:03 am

    He said: “Unfortunately those who contacted me in previous emails and by phone misrepresented themselves and have since misrepresented what I said.”

    That was diplomatic speak for: They’re cookoo banana crackers!

  24. Roozerdo says

    November 10, 2011 at 7:53 am

    Well I guess I’m the dummy, I see the picture and can’t figure out what’s wrong with it. (is this one of those Find the Hidden objects pictures?) cause all I see is a very pretty women doing a very good deed.

  25. TCparra says

    November 10, 2011 at 8:12 am

    All I will say is that for everyone of you who say “I don’t see anything wrong, all I see is a stunning beautiful woman” you are missing the point I think some of the haters are trying to make. It’s not supposed to be anything about Kate’s beauty and ALL about helping a charitable organization. This isn’t about “look at me, aren’t I pretty” The picture does come off a little offensive, not earth shattering offensive, but a little. She should have dressed a little more like someone showing the blanket off and not what she is wearing, barely.

  26. Teresa E. says

    November 10, 2011 at 8:26 am

    If someone can sexualize Kate’s picture then I can sexualize Kevin Bacon’s picture. I mean, he’s sitting there with his legs wide open like he wants a lap dance. How offensive! *eye roll*
    .
    Wow, everything is six degrees from Kevin Bacon.
    .
    Mmmmmmm, bacon.

  27. loriann says

    November 10, 2011 at 8:30 am

    LOL@Mmmmmmm, bacon. I agree! Maybe they are attracted to Kate to find anything sexual about that photo. I do not see it, but Kevin sure is a h ottie!

  28. MarieS says

    November 10, 2011 at 8:48 am

    Of course Katy Perry’s pic in her corseted dress with those FAB boobs – that’s all about the Red Cross. And Kevin Bacon – well he’s been hot for so long I’m surprised he needs the blanket. 🙂

    It is supposed to be about bringing attention to the Red Cross. That some sicko can look at that picture of Kate G and not see the blanket tells you how out of balance they are. Truely a new low.

  29. Lily@IW says

    November 10, 2011 at 8:51 am

    I am curious about which celebs are helping out the Philly Red Cross. I think it was a good idea for awareness and Tis the season for giving. 🙂
    /
    Kate was on WGN news this morning. It’s pretty good. She talks about the kids and the crew (they are staying in touch), being scrutinized as a mother and her new job as a blogger at CouponCabin.
    /
    http://www.wgntv.com/videogallery/65990531/News/Kate-Gosselin-joins-Morning-News

  30. GeeWhiz says

    November 10, 2011 at 8:54 am

    Ann, I agree. Kate is not only beautiful she is tiny.
    .
    HB I thought about what you said and have decided you are right and I will donate in Kate’s honor.
    .
    That’s what is so great about the Kate support sites. If I start thinking like a hater someone will tell me logically why that isn’t the right thing to do.

  31. TCparra says

    November 10, 2011 at 9:02 am

    Why donate in someone’s honor? Just donate. Kate was on Inside Edition last night for about 30 seconds. About her new coupon gig she said, “I may be famous, but I’m not rich”. Does she ever think before she opens her mouth? She didn’t say anything about the site or what she would be doing except blogging. Not sure how she is going to make a living off this adventure, but what ever makes her feel good.

  32. Deborah says

    November 10, 2011 at 9:06 am

    The only thing I could find wrong(?) with Kate’s picture is that she is just soooo darn pretty wrapped up in that cozy looking Red Cross blanket.
    Come on, would it really matter how she posed with the blanket. I think not!

    Whoever dropped the dime here with (poor) Dave’s contact info wanted the truth to be uncovered and brought into the light and who better for the job than the IW Ladies. As always Good Job!!!
    SB is playing it out to to hater form. Meddle with misrepresenting herself to claim a hater victory and when exposed squirm and find a loop hole, flimsy but wiggle room.
    Me thinks she doesn’t like the feel of egg drying on her face 😉

  33. Marnie says

    November 10, 2011 at 9:08 am

    #20-yes Carol, they are going after Coupon Cabin already. I’ve never seen a bigger bunch of insecure people in my entire life
    –
    TC-are you for real? So haters taking a support the red cross picture and turning it into a free for all ISN’T making it all about Kate Gosselin and her looks? You are barking up the wrong tree.

  34. Pam@IW says

    November 10, 2011 at 9:14 am

    Seriously, how can you possibly turn this around on the fans that donated. Just shaking my head.

  35. snickers says

    November 10, 2011 at 9:14 am

    TC,

    Go volunteer at the RC and leaves your comments with the people who need their help. Good grief.

  36. TCparra says

    November 10, 2011 at 9:15 am

    Marnie, like I said it wasn’t earth shattering offensive, but not exactly appropriate. The haters are blasting Kate because she made the photo about her and not RC. The focus of the photo is supposed to be the Blanket, NOT Kate. How you look at it and what conclusions you come to are open to individual interpretation.

    BTW, yes I am real.

  37. snickers says

    November 10, 2011 at 9:16 am

    leave^^^

  38. TCparra says

    November 10, 2011 at 9:18 am

    snickers, there you go again telling me to comment somewhere else. Do you understand that that this is a blog open to various opinions and comments? Do you have a hard time comprehending the ability to speak opposing thoughts? If you can’t handle what I say, maybe YOU should go somewhere else and comment.

  39. Marnie says

    November 10, 2011 at 9:22 am

    Beth Shak is the women in the black dress and boots holding a red cross flag. Not one hater had an issue with her supporting red cross. She gambles for a living and many pictures along side her Red Cross photo on her fan page are quite coquettish. Don’t take my word for it TC, have a look http://www.facebook.com/beth.shak
    –
    Haters prove daily that they have a few screw loose. Sad.

  40. Deborah says

    November 10, 2011 at 9:29 am

    Thanks Lily for the WGN link. Good interview with Kate.
    I love the way Kate thinks before speaking. I think this Coupon Cabin is going to turn into a really good gig for Kate. Who doesn’t need to learn how to save money and couponing is very popular these days.
    Free Money, who doesn’t need it.

  41. MarieS says

    November 10, 2011 at 9:30 am

    The people complaining about this picture are the worst of the worst. Their only aim is to hurt KateG and her children. They are bullies. This one of the negative results that we’ve come to see in our cyberage. It is a very small group of people that have no validation nor identity outside of the clique that they pal with. Their membership in the group hinges on their effectiveness as a bully. Their worth is determined by how big a ‘get’ their effort is. It is no different than what happens with mean girls/queen bees. It is just so much sadder since most (not all) of these people are above the age of consent.

    The reason that people are donating in Kate’s name is to put an end to the bullying. If every time a bully hit a child the child got a new toy – then the bullying stops.

  42. Kmom2 says

    November 10, 2011 at 9:34 am

    How is the picture inappropriate? What should Kate have done instead of that? No makeup? Dirty hair? Sitting with her feet on the floor and the blanket folded neatly in her lap? WHAT?????!!!!!!! Haters want to scream “inappropriate”, so tell us why and what should have been done instead.
    ——-
    And I will donate in Kate’s name to show the Red Cross that I appreciate them asking Kate to help their organization and that if Kate Gosselin supports them, then by golly that’s good enough for me! If the haters can refuse to donate because of Kate, then I WILL DONATE BECA– — USE OF KATE!

  43. Deborah says

    November 10, 2011 at 9:34 am

    How in the heck did Kate make the Picture of the Red Cross blanket all about her? The Red Cross blanket is on full display with very little of Kate even being shown.
    Thanks TC for the giggles and the never ending hater logic.

  44. HB says

    November 10, 2011 at 9:44 am

    Marnie, ‘a few screws loose’ & the heads – stripped!

  45. loriann says

    November 10, 2011 at 9:52 am

    #38 snickers was correcting post #35 not commenting to you.

  46. TCparra says

    November 10, 2011 at 10:03 am

    #39, Beth looks beautiful and clearly her image and style is that of woman who knows her sexuality and isn’t afraid to incorporate it into her work, photos. Her RC photo is appropriate considering her other photos and her style. The photo isn’t over the top or cheesy. Like I said about Kates photo, not earth shattering, just not appropriate for her. She should have taken the kids and huddled together, her in the center all with backs to the camera (or Kate slightly looking back) with the blanket wrapped around them. THAT would have been perfect and very appropriate. You would have known who it was by the size and the feeling of togetherness and family would have shown through.

  47. MarieS says

    November 10, 2011 at 10:23 am

    You know what Kate should have done? She should have put all her kids in front of the camera so that the haters would really have something to talk about. They could have bad mouthed that the same way their petty little minds went crazy when the kids helped out disaster relief? Yeah, that’s what Kate sould have done. Put those kids out there so that people like TP really have something to sink their teeth into.

  48. pattypie says

    November 10, 2011 at 10:27 am

    If Kate would have used the kids in the photos haters would be screaming child exploitation like they did for the Tennessee food bank.

    TC even if Kate would have flown you out and had you direct the photo with the blanket you know the haters would still have gone crazy. They go crazy about everything because they hate Kate.

    Beth looks beautiful and clearly her image and style is that of woman who knows her sexuality and isn’t afraid to incorporate it into her work, photos

    Good Grief TC do you not see the hypocritical tone in your comments? yikes!

  49. snickers says

    November 10, 2011 at 10:27 am

    Yes TC, I was telling you to comment where you think your thoughts are needed. I have seen you bash anything Kate has ever done. Now, why don’t you ask Jon what he is doing with his foundation. You know, I play fair, so now it’s your turn to defend Jon for his foundation work. Gee, wonder why the RC didn’t send Jon a blanket, you know that guy who was too famous to work.

  50. pattypie says

    November 10, 2011 at 10:28 am

    TC who are you to decide what is appropriate for Kate? Shouldn’t she as a woman be afforded the right to take her picture in any way she chooses just like Beth the poker player?

  51. MarieS says

    November 10, 2011 at 10:29 am

    First – TP knows exactly how hypocritical her tone is. That’s her schtick.

    Second – They probably did send Jon a blanket – it just wouldn’t fit around his big belly.

  52. pattypie says

    November 10, 2011 at 10:30 am

    Maybe TC you should contact Kate and tell her you would like to direct her future photos and be her image consultant?

  53. pattypie says

    November 10, 2011 at 10:34 am

    Personally I think anyone who sees anything sexual about Kate in that picture of her with the Red Cross blanket needs to get off the computer and spend some “quality” time with their significant other. Or get their hormones checked. Or maybe both.

  54. Kmom2 says

    November 10, 2011 at 10:57 am

    Excuse me waiter….I’d like to order ONE LARGE BREAK PLEASE!!! If Kate had the kids in the picture, the haters would have cried “EXPLOITATION!!! CHILD EXPLOITATION!!!!” Again and you know it!!! How stupid do haters think we are??????

  55. GeeWhiz says

    November 10, 2011 at 11:34 am

    pattypie your comment #53 is spot on!

  56. Marnie says

    November 10, 2011 at 12:50 pm

    She should have dressed a little more like someone showing the blanket off and not what she is wearing, barely.
    ————-
    Hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha OMG
    –
    TC you can’t be for real. She is wearing the blanket. Is it that you can’t see the blanket? Good grief!

  57. Marnie says

    November 10, 2011 at 12:58 pm

    I’m rolling here! I’m honestly chuckling at the sexualization of the photo.
    –
    I could take a picture of myself with the blanket over my head, and if the caption read ‘This is Kate Gosselin’ it would still be inappropriate. Good grief, haters are pathetic.

  58. Paige says

    November 10, 2011 at 1:04 pm

    I finally looked at the picture that is causing this brouhaha. I am flabbergasted that anyone finds the picture at all inappropriate. I am flabbergasted that this non-issue is an issue.
    .
    I hate the bullying.

  59. Marnie says

    November 10, 2011 at 1:06 pm

    She should have taken the kids and huddled together, her in the center all with backs to the camera (or Kate slightly looking back) with the blanket wrapped around them. THAT would have been perfect and very appropriate. You would have known who it was by the size and the feeling of togetherness and family would have shown through.
    ————-
    Hahahahhahhahahaahahahahhaahahahhahahaha
    –
    Could she still be barefoot though?
    –
    Funny stuff!

  60. Deborah says

    November 10, 2011 at 1:09 pm

    Marnie #56 I got a kick out of that one too. I had to reread it a couple times to make sure I read it right.
    It makes me wonder if I came across a hater in life if their logic and thinking is distorted about all things or is it just that way when Kate’s involved.
    If they live to find fault with the people in their lives and jump to judge their every move or if its just Kate.
    My daughter in laws mother doesn’t care for Kate but she doesn’t like reality stars period. She doesn’t spend one minute on her, and if she didn’t make it clear she doesn’t like reality stars getting celebrity status I would have never know she didn’t like Kate.

  61. BlogHawg says

    November 10, 2011 at 1:13 pm

    I think Kate should do whatever she damn well pleases as it doesn’t matter -she’ll he hounded by the insane anyway.

  62. Marnie says

    November 10, 2011 at 1:19 pm

    http://www.phillyhomefire.org/
    –
    Clearly Danny Bonaduce has just woken up from a week long bender! Where is the outrage!!! 😉

  63. Sadiemay says

    November 10, 2011 at 1:27 pm

    Kate could have been wearing a turtleneck with a fluffy sweater over the turtleneck and sweats and they’d still be outraged.What it all comes down to is that they hate Kate Gosselin with a passion. Don’t even try to deny tc.

  64. Marnie says

    November 10, 2011 at 1:30 pm

    That Lynn Doyle is showing entirely too much arm and is smiling, but I bet she’s thinking about sex. How inappropriate!

  65. Marnie says

    November 10, 2011 at 1:32 pm

    Beth Shak is wearing hooker boots! They’re cute though, Kate should get a pair!

  66. MarieS says

    November 10, 2011 at 1:49 pm

    Marnie –
    I think Kate should have just held the blanket out like it was infected with bedbugs, just like Beth or Bill Cosby. I think the boots would have helped make her look less like a cocktail or whatever that Sue person was saying.

  67. Pam@IW says

    November 10, 2011 at 1:58 pm

    Very nice http://content.usatoday.com/communities/entertainment/post/2011/11/kate-gosselin-starts-new-job-/1

  68. Marnie says

    November 10, 2011 at 2:07 pm

    Good luck to Kate. Working from home is ideal for a Mom with little ones! Hope the haters leave Coupon Cabin alone (not holding my breath though).
    –
    I wish her goodluck on the marathon too, I have a friend running that same one, it’s her first too.

  69. lilsmom says

    November 10, 2011 at 2:36 pm

    I personally think (and this is only MY opinion on this photo) Kate should have worn the white bikini she wore in Australia. That and some red hot hooker heels with matching red lipstick. I’m undecided weather or not she should be blowing a kiss or provocatively licking her red lips. Nuzzling the RC blanket to her cheek would be a nice touch too.

  70. Marnie says

    November 10, 2011 at 2:38 pm

    I think Kate should have made a Borat style bathing suit out of the Red Cross blanket, but that’s just me! 🙂

  71. Bloghawg says

    November 10, 2011 at 3:24 pm

    Love your style lilsmom !

  72. Lily@IW says

    November 10, 2011 at 4:09 pm

    Could she still be barefoot though? ~Marnie
    /
    That’s so funny!!

  73. TCparra says

    November 10, 2011 at 5:11 pm

    Don’t like an opinion and the sarcastic comments come out.

  74. TCparra says

    November 10, 2011 at 5:12 pm

    I didn’t say anything mean or smartass about Kate, so why make smart ass comments to my comment?

  75. Marnie says

    November 10, 2011 at 5:55 pm

    Is it that you don’t get sarcasm?

  76. Marnie says

    November 10, 2011 at 6:00 pm

    Wait! You weren’t TRYING to be a smartass and\or mean when saying what a grown woman should\shouldn’t be doing or what is appropriate for HER?
    –
    Really?

  77. Judy says

    November 10, 2011 at 6:13 pm

    What do the haters think they are proving by trying whatever they can to keep Kate from earning a living? It’s not like anyone else is going to jump up and support eight children for Kate.

    Nothing, absolutely NOTHING, that Kate has done warrants the kind of attacks that are being made on her.

  78. Lindsey says

    November 10, 2011 at 6:13 pm

    tcparra, OMG, you have got to be kidding. Every post you have EVER made in reference to Kate G. that I have read has been mean spirited and smartass, and especially vicious when Jon G. has been mentioned.

    The picture of Kate in the RC blanket is not inappropriate in any way. IMO you are here to argue just for argument sake and to pander to your hypocritical fellow haters just so they will say,”TC really gave those IW ladies their due”. This entire business you & your haterherd are making up is disgusting to me and to the fundamentals of the ARC.

    I’ll bet that you or someone in your family has directly benefited for the ARC organization. Show a tad of humanity and kind heartiness and make this about a worldwide charitable organization and not about Kate.

  79. snickers says

    November 10, 2011 at 7:32 pm

    Lindsey,

    Well said, and this time of year with cold weather setting in, many families are in need. If those haters would get off their computers and go volunteer, they would see that anyone who helps is appreciated. Instead they sit on their big butts all day whining about Kate Gosellin. Good grief, there is something wrong with them. I see she ignored my question what Jon is doing with his foundation. Typical hater, deflect the issue right back on Kate.

  80. MarieS says

    November 10, 2011 at 8:17 pm

    TP –
    Your logic is so off that I figured you were being deliberately obtuse to amuse us. Sorry. If you don’t mind, how old are you? I really enjoy poking at you but it would not be funny if you were 13 or so. If you are an adult then you should see how funny these things are. It’s how the internet works. So if you are not an adult , just let me know and I’ll stop poking.

  81. CJWhodunit says

    November 10, 2011 at 8:24 pm

    Almost went speechless when I first realized what the haters were up to with this ‘non-issue’…UNFREAKINGBELIEVABLE! These people have NO boundaries, and NO scruples. >:-(

    IMO, Kate should have DEMANDED 8 more FREE blankets from the Red Cross (BY GOD SHE’S DOING *THEM* A FAVOR, ISN’T SHE?!?), gotten all of the kids’ measurements, and then DEMANDED a fan who knows how to sew make little outfits for FREE for all the kids out of the blankets, ala Maria and the drapes on “The Sound of Music”, THEN have all the kids photographed wearing the RCBOs!! (RedCrossBlanketOutfits) Wouldn’t that be a kick in the Red Cross’ gut, eh??

    And if any blanket material was left over, a doggy bandanna for Shoka would have been the perfect finishing touch on any family picture!! What better way for Kate to show the Red Cross what for?!? Because, you know, she was all naked under her clothers AND under the blanket, and from that devious look on her face, she wished NOTHING BUT EVIL ON THE AMERICAN RED CROSS, MY GOD. OH THE HUGE MANATEE!!! 😛

    /sarcasm OFF (BTW, haters, I’m copyrighting this so don’t steal my ideas, ‘m, ‘k? Thx!)

  82. Marnie says

    November 10, 2011 at 8:42 pm

    Seriously, the ‘inappropriate picture’ angle really amuses me. On a daily basis Kate is told to not wear hooker heels and not show clevage or her ‘thunder thighs’. Well geesh! Isn’t that what happened? And still haters aren’t happy! Tough (sad and pathetic and desperate and insecure and jealous) crowd!

  83. Judy says

    November 10, 2011 at 9:19 pm

    There is no end to this idiocacy…I don’t visit the NN often, but I had a feeling she would have choice words.. Of COURSE…she works for the ARC regularly (she’s such a model nosy neighbor!) and she KNOWS that Kate has never given them one penny. From what she wrote, she had NO idea that Kate was part of a campaign sponsored by the ARC.

    All of these egomaniacs are beginning to sound the same… And they call Kate a narcissist, but are too ignorant to grasp the fact that their behavior indicates more narcissism than anything Kate has done.

  84. snickers says

    November 10, 2011 at 11:33 pm

    I’m so glad to know that the NN only thinks the RC works in her town. Lordy Bee, she better get out from under that fake wig and see whats going on in the real world.

  85. suesmom says

    November 11, 2011 at 6:17 am

    So the NN claims that she regularly works for the ARC and that Kate doesn’t donate? Wow. Somebody needs to contact the Red Cross and let them know that one of their “workers” is revealing personal information about donations – I’m sure they’d be more than interested to hear that.

  86. Lily@IW says

    November 11, 2011 at 7:03 am

    I can’t believe WG said Kate has never donated to the RC. How on earth would she know? Has she followed Kate around her entire life? She’s only lived in WG’s area since they moved to the new house. I’m sure there’s a list of those who contribute, for tax purposes and for records. But, I would think that not everyone is on there if they don’t care about writing it off. Did WG access this list? How inappropriate. Did she also check the other celebs who had their pic taken w/a blanket?

  87. HB says

    November 11, 2011 at 7:12 am

    Wyomissing may have volunteers, but THEY have NO access to the list of national donors. ABSURD that she’d see fit to make such a statement. PAID ARC employees have sole access to handling accounting!

  88. Lily@IW says

    November 11, 2011 at 7:18 am

    Thanks HB, that’s sure good to know. I just can’t believe those people. They are so mean and nasty. I saw at Sage’s that BL’s is blaming Kate for the hoopla surrounding the RC pic. No matter that they were the ones who were the cause. It’s Kate fault that they harass anyone and everyone associated with her. Doesn’t matter if it’s a soup kitchen, the Red Cross, or her new job at Coupon Cabin, it’s Kate’s fault they act the way they do.

  89. Sadiemay says

    November 11, 2011 at 7:58 am

    TCparra says:
    November 10, 2011 at 5:12 pm

    I didn’t say anything mean or smartass about Kate, so why make smart ass comments to my comment?

    Because we knew you would and we called you out ahead of it.Simple as that.

  90. BlogHawg says

    November 11, 2011 at 8:29 am

    I am sick of those who because they have a keyboard and a sick need to hate using it to sabotage others. I sent a complaint with links and NN name to this link asking if all their volunteers comment on who donates what.

    https://www.integrity-helpline.com/RedCross.jsp

  91. Deborah says

    November 11, 2011 at 8:39 am

    Good Move BlogHawg!
    I would like to see this ball roll.

  92. TCparra says

    November 11, 2011 at 10:18 am

    OK, clearly no matter what I say, you are not going to like it. I will say this about the RC photo. If you look at the rest of the photos used, @ redcrossphilly.org/fire/ I can see why the RC didn’t use Kate’s. That being said, I’m sure everyone would have their preference on what photos they axed. I like the Bacon shot, the sun lights everything eerily and makes the shot look like a still from one of his movies.

  93. snickers says

    November 11, 2011 at 10:37 am

    TC.

    It’s too bad you didn’t understand the message the RC was using. The photo is not really the point, it’s the cause.

  94. TCparra says

    November 11, 2011 at 10:41 am

    BH, what are you trying to acomplish with your email and the above link? Just curious.

  95. TCparra says

    November 11, 2011 at 10:43 am

    Oh I get the message and I see that in most of the pics. Kate’s isn’t the only one I don’t quite see the message.

  96. Sadiemay says

    November 11, 2011 at 10:45 am

    So a woman with the blanket wrapped around her is more unfit than the woman holding far away from her like it smelled? I don’t get it. But whatever flops your mop tc.

  97. Sadiemay says

    November 11, 2011 at 10:46 am

    holding the blanket far away

  98. snickers says

    November 11, 2011 at 11:13 am

    TC,

    No, you don’t get the message, go volunteer, help someone in need.

  99. Marnie says

    November 11, 2011 at 11:37 am

    TCparra:
    November 11th, 2011 at 10:41 am
    BH, what are you trying to acomplish with your email and the above link? Just curious.
    ———–
    Did you ask this same question at any hate site you frequent? Just curious.
    –
    Also, do you think that it’s ok for someone to claim the work somewhere and give out information about people like NN did? Just curious if that hits high or low on you “appropriate’ scale.

  100. MarieS says

    November 11, 2011 at 11:40 am

    TP –
    No YOU look at all the other photos. Check out the one of Danny Bonaduce. Yeah there’s a shot. A known drug, alcohol, steroid addicted loser stretched out under the blanket. Now, what was wrong with Kate’s picture? Oh, that’s right she didn’t embrace her sexuality like Beth.

    So why is Kate’s picture worse than that loser Bonaduce?

  101. Lily@IW says

    November 11, 2011 at 11:53 am

    Regarding Bonaduce, he should be one that enrages the fake child advocates. He had some show about parents wanting to make their child a star or break them into the business. I remember seeing clips of it on The Soup. By their standards he would be a low life scum.

  102. Marnie says

    November 11, 2011 at 12:07 pm

    He isn’t pretty, skinny or have a vagina. Just sayin’

  103. BlogHawg says

    November 11, 2011 at 12:31 pm

    Oh now TC, not trying to be rude but really for those of us versed in ethics, respectability and morals it needs no explanation.
    Have a great day.

  104. MarieS says

    November 11, 2011 at 12:49 pm

    I am going to LOVE the day that there is enough documentation or just the right type of documentation to see one of these folks brought up on criminal charges. I can see it all now. Legal fund links on the web sites. Petition to free some blogger etc.

    I suspect it will be in connection to a paying gig as opposed to philanthropic.

  105. Pam@IW says

    November 11, 2011 at 11:53 am

    FYI: I am changing the time clock on our website back to standard so that might be why you see the time being out of sequence on the comments.

  106. Ann@IW says

    November 11, 2011 at 1:13 pm

    Wow, Blog Hawg, Polly is really crossing a line there (again.) It reminds me of her gossip about Kate’s mail. She is so invasive.

  107. Marnie says

    November 11, 2011 at 2:10 pm

    @4ericksons store here was asking 4 $1donations for RC. Had a lil sign that said ‘no affiliation w/ @kateplusmy8’
    ———–
    How nutty do you have to be to do something like this? Coo Coo!!!
    –
    PsssSt Haters. No one participating in this is a paid endorser. They all did it because they were asked to participate and use their celebrity to bring more awareness to an awesome cause. Way to let the world know how much you disrespect the Red Cross!! Bravo!!

  108. Marnie says

    November 11, 2011 at 2:20 pm

    sorry hit comment too soon!!
    This tweeter was just “so mad” that she didn’t have her phone with her to take a picture to broadcast all over the world how awesome it is that someone defaced a Red Cross donation cup in the name of Kate Gosselin.
    –
    The screws aren’t just loose, they’re falling out at an alarming rate.

  109. Pam@IW says

    November 11, 2011 at 5:32 pm

    This just in: Jon upset that Kate doesn’t communicate her travel plans to him. Hmmmmm I wonder why Kate doesn’t? Could it be that it will end up in the tabloids like this story did by an inside source close to Jon. 😉
    .
    http://rumorfix.com/2011/11/exclusive-kate-gosselin-traveling-to-australia-leaves-kids-behind/

  110. Pam@IW says

    November 11, 2011 at 6:01 pm

    New pic up of Kate on the Philly site

    http://phillyhomefire.org/

  111. Deborah says

    November 11, 2011 at 6:18 pm

    Pam,
    I don’t see Kate’s picture. Just the 8 that were always there.

  112. Deborah says

    November 11, 2011 at 6:19 pm

    I wonder why I can’t see it. Is it the same picture or a different one ?

  113. Pam@IW says

    November 11, 2011 at 6:24 pm

    Not. Sure but I can see it

  114. Lily@IW says

    November 11, 2011 at 6:25 pm

    Wow, Jon is just never going to quit selling to the tabloids. And give me a break that he didn’t know Kate was going to Australia.
    /
    Well, I’m glad they have a pic of Kate up. I bet Dave Schrader has learned a thing or two about knee-jerk reactions. I can’t believe how sneaky the haters are. The pic was only on her website and it’s the Khaters that would have been have complaining. They hunt her down just to rip her apart.
    It’s just ridiculous to assume Kate was being sexy because her feet were bare. My mind doesn’t even take me there. She’s just sitting on the couch and there was lots of warm weather before the snow storm. Plus, anyone that watched the old shows knows that no shoes are worn in the Gosselin home. Remember, the crew member that wanted to keep his shoes on so he wore the plastic footies over them? I’m sure the khater’s are dancing a jig that they were able to have some sort of influence on her life. A dream come true for them.

  115. Judy says

    November 11, 2011 at 6:26 pm

    I don’t see Kate’s photo on the http://phillyhomefire.org/ site either…. Can someone provide a link?

  116. Pam@IW says

    November 11, 2011 at 6:28 pm

    You have to scroll down to where all the pictures are in a group

  117. Deborah says

    November 11, 2011 at 6:32 pm

    I did, I see the other 8 but 1 space is still blank

  118. Judy says

    November 11, 2011 at 6:34 pm

    Are you sure you’re not seeing the other blonde? Kate’s spot seems to be empty.

  119. Pam@IW says

    November 11, 2011 at 6:35 pm

    I can clearly see it. Do you need to clear your cache?

  120. Pam@IW says

    November 11, 2011 at 6:36 pm

    Are you using Internet explorer. If so look in firefox or google chrome

  121. Pam@IW says

    November 11, 2011 at 6:37 pm

    I know others can see it because I received emails.

  122. Deborah says

    November 11, 2011 at 6:38 pm

    I only use firefox

  123. Lily@IW says

    November 11, 2011 at 6:39 pm

    Judy, I had to clear my cache before I could see it. Not sure why, my settings are to check for current (auto refresh or whatever it’s called).
    /
    (How do they know if Kate has clothes on under there? hee hee)

  124. Deborah says

    November 11, 2011 at 6:44 pm

    Ok cleared my cache and now I see it.
    How does anyone know if she has any clothes on now. I’m betting she doesn’t. LoL

    Thanks Pam for the tip

  125. Lily@IW says

    November 11, 2011 at 6:46 pm

    Kate was a good sport. It would be nice if the crazies would leave her alone now.

  126. Judy says

    November 11, 2011 at 6:47 pm

    Thanks, Lily! I can see it now!

  127. Marnie says

    November 11, 2011 at 7:03 pm

    I do think that for overnight trips, Jon should get first refusal with the kids, but I also think he shouldn’t be blabbing her travel plans either.
    –
    I have to wonder, if Kate were nursing, would he question who’s with the kids?

  128. Ann@IW says

    November 11, 2011 at 7:17 pm

    Where can I read about Jon being upset? Is there an article (in a newspaper for news about private people who shun the spotlight?)
    .
    Marnie I agree the “default” position should be that the other parent get right of first refusal, barring other circumstances such as a home that’s too small or lack of interest in such an arrangement or a tendency to reveal the travel plans of your famous ex-wife.

  129. Ann@IW says

    November 11, 2011 at 7:18 pm

    Wow- a close-up. Kate is really attractive. Well, good for her, she’s such a good sport.

  130. snickers says

    November 11, 2011 at 7:32 pm

    I can see the reason Jon is not told anything about where Kate travels. It takes him 32 minutes to sell a story after he finds out.

    The pic is almost the same, just a close up. Same furniture and background. I think she should have gone up the hill, on the road, had an old pick up truck with the hood up, roasting her hotdog on an engine. 🙂 (sorry for the snark,long week)

  131. snickers says

    November 11, 2011 at 9:21 pm

    I meant to add, maybe the Khaters would have gotten the message better. sheesh!!

  132. PeggyP says

    November 11, 2011 at 9:50 pm

    In the first photo, she’s sitting on a chair in what appears to be the living room (It’s certainly in the common, non-private area of the house)mostly covered by the blanket, with part of a blouse showing. The only skin showing is her head, neck and clavicle area, no cleavage and her ankles and feet. She’s smiling. I would suspect anyone genuinely (as opposed to ginning up controversy solely in an attempt to make Kate’s life miserable) finding something overtly sexual or suggestive about that photo to be either a foot fetishist or someone who finds any bare skin on a woman to be sexualized and would want women wearing a burqa.
    The second photo, the one that appeared on the SE PA Red Cross website is clearly taken with Kate sitting in approximately the same position in the same chair with the same background. The only difference is that the shot is a closeup (Kate is still smiling), with the blanket up higher so one can only see her head and neck and, unlike the first photo, A BARE ARM with no way of telling what if anything she has on under the blanket (same as the Lynn Doyle shot). In the second shot, we see considerably less of the blanket, which was according to the Red Cross, a critical part of the shot. However, I guess that was a small price to pay to avoid exposing impressionable people to Kate Gosselin’s clavicle area, ankles, and feet. [TC: the immediately preceding sentences represent an example of sarcasm]

    The fact that any such analysis of two sweet, cute photos of an attractive woman is needed shows the absurdity of the situation arising out of a phony controversy created by people dedicated to trying to make Kate’s life hell. A weak agency representative then felt the need to throw them a bone even after he, according to what he sent to both IW and Ziggy, realized that the original people contacting him claiming to be offended committed misrepresentations in what they told him and in what they claim he told them. There was nothing unsuitable about either photograph and the second cannot have served any purpose other than to enable the agency representative to say that he’d ask for and obtained a replacement photo from Kate, thus throwing her under the bus, even though she was guilty of nothing more than honoring the request of his agency for support, by making it look like the agency agreed that the first photo was unsuitable.

    Fortunately, for the Southeastern PA chapter of the Red Cross, Kate tok the high road that would be foreign territory to those who harass her. She put the welfare of the people the agency serves over any hurt feelings she might have (no, I can’t read her mind) and gave them a second photo.

  133. Marnie says

    November 12, 2011 at 8:36 am

    Meanwhile, Kate’s kids are staying behind in Pennsylvania with dad Jon Gosselin. A source close to Jon tells RumorFix that the IT worker is frustrated because Kate doesn’t communicate her world-wind travel plans to him.
    ——————————
    so if this little blurb is true, Jon has the kids but he’s miffed that he doesn’t get to know what she’s doing when she doesn’t have the kids? I would say it’s none of his business. I’m sure that her contact info is all the same and if there were an emergency, Jon would know how to get a hold of her.
    ————————————————————–
    Next hater rant will be that Kate is showing too much bare arm under her hair and a *gasp* bare shoulder!
    –
    Putting up her picture on their site is sort of proof that RC wants Kate Gosselin’s contribution, the haters should trust RCs judgement and respect their decision and STFU.

  134. Kiki says

    November 12, 2011 at 8:49 am

    Aww, Polly wants a blankie. I’ll bet she’s peeved that as a local author, mental health professional, and child advocate (not to mention good friend of Paul Petersen), she wasn’t invited to submit her own pic. She probably would have taken it on the RC truck,pictured on her blog, handing out supplies to the needy. Sorry, but I think the good Karma she gets from volunteering for the RC is negated by the crap she spews about Kate. Kate didn’t do anything wrong, she didn’t brag about donating money. There was no need to comment on that (not to mention it being unethical).
    /
    And one of her cronies said the picture would have been ok if Kate had some red socks and a red turtleneck on. I guess it’s just her fashion choice that’s in question. Oh, please.

    • Pam@IW says

      November 12, 2011 at 8:57 am

      Polly wants a blanket. Too funny. 🙂

  135. Marnie says

    November 12, 2011 at 10:54 am

    4ericksons: @blakeshelton common mr hot shit I’m gonna stalk you till you follow me for my 7 year old son Acen who thinks you are awesome!!!!
    ————–
    Just have to shake my head at Kate Haters. This one has real issues with Kate Gosselin but has no issues tweeting this? No one other hater had issue with her using her kid in this way.
    –
    Things that make you go hmmmm

  136. Pam@IW says

    November 12, 2011 at 12:14 pm

    http://www.centraltelegraph.com.au/story/2011/11/13/terri-irwin-her-own-words/

    This post was written by Teri Irwin:
    .
    “This November 15 we will be inviting everyone to join us at Steve Irwin Day. This will be our fifth year to commemorate everything that was most important to Steve: wildlife, wild places, family and fun. We will have a day full of special events and Kate Gosselin (Kate Plus Eight) will be officially launching Steve Irwin Day in our Crocoseum.

    Rumour has it that the beautiful Kate may even get a special surprise.”

  137. Lily@IW says

    November 12, 2011 at 5:28 pm

    The fact that any such analysis of two sweet, cute photos of an attractive woman is needed shows the absurdity of the situation arising out of a phony controversy created by people dedicated to trying to make Kate’s life hell ~PeggyP
    /
    Peggy, I agree. It really shows how absurd it is that there was anything improper about the first pic. I just can’t believe it ever came to that.
    /
    I have seen the haters crowing that Kate gave in and sent another pic. How do they know that Kate didn’t happily comply? And, they say “finally” as if it were big struggle. How do they know when Kate submitted the pic? They updated the Phillyfire site all at once. Kate’s been pretty busy, her manager probably handled the details. It’s amazing how they skip over the part where the director said that those that contacted him to complain about Kate’s pic misrepresented themselves. No, that’s not important at all. They just want to get to the good part where in their mind Kate caused all this.
    Shaking my head at the way they just make things up.

  138. Ann@IW says

    November 12, 2011 at 5:47 pm

    Peggy, absurd is a perfect word to describe why picture #1 was not suitable, and picture #2 was.

  139. Ann@IW says

    November 12, 2011 at 5:50 pm

    LOL, snickers, the hot dogs on the engine shot is funny. Which raises the question:
    Why didn’t Jon have his picture taken with a Red Cross blanket around his shoulders?

  140. Sadiemay says

    November 13, 2011 at 1:29 am

    To the haters, Kate is the Antichrist.

  141. CJWhodunit says

    November 13, 2011 at 4:00 am

    Saw the pic of Kate, it’s cute too, a nice closeup! Obviously from the same set of photos, who knows how many Kate or her intern sent in to the SEPARC? I noticed on THE WEBSITE WHICH SHALL NOT BE NAMED that they were bashing Dr. Bill Cosby (!) as well, so Dave had to crop his picture too, oh, aren’t we so lucky these upright pillars of justice and morality at the above blog are here to keep the world safe from pics of lovely women wearing blankets from head to toe at bay?! I know I sleep better at night! 😉

  142. TCparra says

    November 13, 2011 at 9:16 am

    Just how mediocre is this Coupon Blogging job? How does it feel to watch Kate have a Mediocre job? Kate, welcome to the real world. I really am puzzled by all this hype about Kate and her coupon ways. Just how many times did we see Kate actually use coupons in her show or on any of her staged photos? She is only infamous for coupons because she lost it when Jon didn’t use one on the show. I’m sure her “tips” on coupons is nothing more than what most of us already know or she will “borrow” her tips from someone else and present them as hers.

    The red cross photo is not meant to showcase kates “beauty”. So for all the fans that get their panties in a bunch over how beautiful she looks, get over it. The RC photos are about promoting the RC and people who need help in times of tragedy.

  143. TCparra says

    November 13, 2011 at 9:18 am

    Oh and I love how CJ assumes that Kates “intern” (ha ha ha) submitted the photo. I would venture to guess it was Steve, but then I am guessing just like CJ.

  144. Pam@IW says

    November 13, 2011 at 9:39 am

    TCparra,
    .
    The Red Cross photos were not meant to showcase the hatred that many of you have for Kate. So for all of the haters that got their panties in a bunch over how “inappropriate” the photos was….get over it.

  145. Pam@IW says

    November 13, 2011 at 9:47 am

    A lot of hype that is surrounding the coupon job is coming from the hate sites, themselves.
    .
    They help keep Kate relevant. They help keep her in the news. Whether the attention is good or bad, there are companies/people out there that see that Kate is relevant and people follow her.
    .
    Since her show ended she has had a speaking engagement at a Penn State campus, appeared on a popular Sirius radio show, been a guest on The View, asked by the local Red Cross to help promote their campaign, hired by Coupon Cabin and now is in Australia helping promote a worthy cause. She didn’t go away and the haters are livid about it.
    .
    Not only that, I subscribe to google alerts and just about every media outlet and blog out there keeps writing stories about her.

  146. Pam@IW says

    November 13, 2011 at 9:55 am

    I would also like to add that many of those google alerts coming in right now are about the CouponCabin job. Everyone is writing about it.

  147. Ann@IW says

    November 13, 2011 at 10:07 am

    Regarding the couponcabin.com job: That Kate Gosselin takes a lickin’ and keeps on tickin’. I hope she rakes in a big old pile of money just sitting at her computer on day a week writing up coupon tips we all already know. I just may switch from checking another coupon site first to checking CC instead. You go, Kate! Way to earn money unrelated to the kids!
    .
    I’m not sure how to “get over” Kate’s beauty, since it doesn’t actually enrage me. Instead, it seems to anger someone else.
    .
    Hate blogs always kept Kate relevant, Pam. I am one “fan” who would have turned that TV show off and never watched again if I hadn’t stumbled across the hate blogs about her first. (Thanks Sharla. Thanks Pennmommy.)

  148. Ann@IW says

    November 13, 2011 at 10:13 am

    I admire Kate’s tenacity. I don’t even read her blog, but I have no problem if she is just recycling recipes and tips everyone already has. So what? She’s not negotiating world peace. She’s keeping a (fabulous) roof over her kids’ heads. Go Kate!

  149. Deborah says

    November 13, 2011 at 10:15 am

    I can’t wait to see what Kate does with this coupon gig and where it takes her.
    TLC’s Extreme Couponers has reached many and with economy the way it is who doesn’t need a break at the checkout. I really admire the way some folks are working the coupon game to give to the food banks and shelters.

  150. Lily@IW says

    November 13, 2011 at 10:24 am

    She is only infamous for coupons because she lost it when Jon didn’t use one on the show.~TCparra
    /
    Actually, one of the J&K+8 shows was all about Kate grocery shopping while the little ones were sleeping. She talked about and used her coupons on that show.

  151. Lily@IW says

    November 13, 2011 at 10:24 am

    Btw, I wish Kate well on her new job, same as I did Jon.

  152. BlogHawg says

    November 13, 2011 at 10:57 am

    Oh Lily
    Are you saying you wish Kate well on her new job just as you wished Jon well too? You mean you didn’t tweet the solar people day and night vowing to never purchase their products as long as Jon worked for them?
    WOW ! How about that TC? There’s an example that should smack you and your snarling cohorts right upside your consciences. You do have a conscience don’t you? How about your glee filled cohorts who aren’t happy unless they think they are hurting Kate? You don’t have the right to stop anyone from living their life. Try taking the higher road. And don’t bother protesting that you had no part in any of it. I just read these very words of yours somewhere else.

  153. BlogHawg says

    November 13, 2011 at 11:17 am

    TCparra “The red cross photo …..The RC photos are about promoting the RC and people who need help in times of tragedy.”
    Oh really? Were the haters concerned about promoting the Red Cross and helping people in need during tragedies when they did their usual hate stampede all over the RC and Kate? Why didn’t they jump on board in a positive way. They’re the ones who are SO MUCH better than she is and even we are and yet they only have vile works to show for themselves. Surely promoting the Red Cross & the need of families during a tragedy should have transcended the need for another stupid vindictive hater stampede? It really was the same same same attack as has occurred at every venue that has Kate on board. Others smartly saw thru it though. This time Kate had to submit another picture and you stupid haters are gleefully congratulating yourselves but yet show up to say its “all about families in need”. Are you really so blinded by your hate you can’t see your own hypocrisy? She is so much better than any hater who ranted against her on this. She did what they asked for even though she knew it was only because of haters she can never please that she was asked. She knew it was for the better good of the cause and overlooked your ignorant hate .
    She certainly rose above all you sewer mongers. I truly believe that Kates rising above the haters is on a plane of mentality so far above haters they may never get it, but for their own sakes I hope they do.
    They can use some of what shes got !

  154. Deborah says

    November 13, 2011 at 11:44 am

    Amen BH,
    I couldn’t have said it better.
    Meanwhile Kate and her children thrive and shine.

  155. snickers says

    November 13, 2011 at 12:06 pm

    BlogHawg,

    Very well said, but TC is a Jon lover and will put Kate down no matter what she does. Wonder why TC is not standing out front of the local PA RC office demading Jon get a blanket too. If she wants the RED Cross to be in the spotlight when it’s the season for needy so be it, her life has to be miserable. The ones who hate the most in life, are the ones who do nothing to help others when in need.

  156. Ann@IW says

    November 13, 2011 at 12:12 pm

    Why do you think the RC didn’t reach out to Jon and ask him to pose with a blanket? He’s local and has been willing to have his picture taken recently, talks to the press, and has seemed concerned about charity in the past.

  157. Deborah says

    November 13, 2011 at 12:18 pm

    Just my opinion Ann but I don’t think Jon rates as a celebrity and those resent homemade interviews cinched it.

  158. Lindsey says

    November 13, 2011 at 12:37 pm

    tcparra EEEEWWWWWHH to your uncomprehending comments.

    BlogHawg you are always the voice of reason when the unreasonable and irrational spew their hatred and mean spirited comments.

  159. TCparra says

    November 13, 2011 at 1:45 pm

    Snickers you are wrong again! Just because I don’t love Kate doesn’t mean I am a jon lover (just as some of you claim not to idolize Kate). You are wrong again about not helping others, I personally make ham & cheese sammies and Turkey sammies at Thanksgiving. I take the approximately 75 sammies and bottled water downtown to donate to the poor unfortunate souls who live under blue tarps or tents. It feels awesome to hand a simple little meal to someone who clearly appreciates it. I also get the local 99cent stores to donate toys and snack to hand to the children of the homeless. They are cheap dollar store toys, but those kids appreciate them and I feel good when I see the smiles on their faces. The parents from the food and seeing their kids happy, if only for a brief moment.

    #158 – I think that is the point, Jon isn’t trying to be a celebrity.

  160. TCparra says

    November 13, 2011 at 1:55 pm

    Lindsey, my “uncomprehending” comments? You may not like what I “spew”, but at least I’m not making up words. Mean spirited? Please, again you may not like what I say, but it doesn’t mean I am a hater. You just can’t handle an opposing view and since I am the only one here (openly) who is honest about how I feel. What I say isn’t going to affect Kate one way or the other. As far as the RC photo, I had my opinion about it, however I didn’t bother the RC about changing it or stating I wouldn’t donate (which is very silly to not help just because they used a photo of Kate – no matter the content). That being said, I also didn’t email the admin at RC and complain because he may have asked her to submit something else or insist that he apologize to Kate – as some crazy fans think he should do.

  161. Lindsey says

    November 13, 2011 at 2:38 pm

    tc If what you say is “honestly true” then why are you so defensive of every word you write. Why say anything at all if all you do is oppose every word that every other IW poster writes. I strongly disagree that you are the only honest person who posts here. I actually believe every poster here is honest except I’m not sure about you.

  162. Marnie says

    November 13, 2011 at 3:26 pm

    TCparra says:
    November 13, 2011 at 9:16 am
    Just how mediocre is this Coupon Blogging job? How does it feel to watch Kate have a Mediocre job? Kate, welcome to the real world. I really am puzzled by all this hype about Kate and her coupon ways. Just how many times did we see Kate actually use coupons in her show or on any of her staged photos? She is only infamous for coupons because she lost it when Jon didn’t use one on the show. I’m sure her “tips” on coupons is nothing more than what most of us already know or she will “borrow” her tips from someone else and present them as hers.————————- I don’t know the answers to any of these, but I do know TC that you will follow it all and critique. It’s what all uber non fans do.
    –
    The red cross photo is not meant to showcase kates “beauty”. So for all the fans that get their panties in a bunch over how beautiful she looks, get over it. The RC photos are about promoting the RC and people who need help in times of tragedy.
    ————- Please show us where someone, anyone, got their panties in a bunch over how beautiful Kate looks. That is about the stupidest thing I’ve heard since your last rant about fans.

  163. HB says

    November 13, 2011 at 3:45 pm

    Sooo much time spent w. opposing views in defense of… Jon & Ellen? Idolize vs. love…hummm? Do you boil that down to disrepect vs. respect? NOT one thing you’ve offered, tc., has been anything but drawing attention to… YOURSELF.
    /
    Making 75 ‘sammies’ & water for the POOR! In the DC area, that would be NEWS fit to print. Then again, most of the homeless around here don’t have ‘blue tarps & tents’. I, for one, think it’s grand you DO for those who can not DO for themselves. How sad that there is no ‘soup kitchen’. Even sadder that a $ Store is the joy..no Salvation Army…etc.? How SAD!

  164. Anya@IW says

    November 13, 2011 at 6:45 pm

    Lily@IW says: Btw, I wish Kate well on her new job, same as I did Jon.
    .
    I agree 100%, Lily. Who wouldn’t wish both parents the very best in their careers and hope they are successful? I can’t see how anybody who cares about the Gosselin children would feel otherwise?

  165. Ann@IW says

    November 13, 2011 at 6:47 pm

    TC, I bet Jon would have done it (posed with the Red Cross blanket) if asked. He seems like that kind of guy.
    I like the RC campaign. I think it was a good idea. I thought of other local celebs (or former celebs) that they might have asked. I tweeted, “Where is Ed Rendell?” and Peggy tweeted back that the haters weren’t ready for Ed’s bare feet. It made me lol! I still feel like laughing at that.

  166. Marnie says

    November 13, 2011 at 7:16 pm

    …….as some crazy fans think he should do
    ——–
    I just have to giggle at this. Not once did you refer to non fans and their email and twitter attack on RC in this manner but somehow fans are? Andd of course you will fail to see how ‘mean spirited’ that is.

  167. snickers says

    November 13, 2011 at 7:40 pm

    tc,

    I applaud your efforts, so be happy for Kate is her efforts to the RC. Let it be———–. Sorry to disagree, Jon wants to be a celebrity with his private twitter pals, spreading out bits and pieces of info, knocking Kate is his last rant about not knowing her travel plans! He is in charge of HIS own children for a week, he has no need to know her personal plans. If there is a problem, he should be able to handle it or call Kate on the phone.

  168. HB says

    November 14, 2011 at 4:57 am

    Back to the Red Cross fundraising, I found that Dave’s go-to appears to be ‘telesara’, or Sara Smith, who has done some major linking to the powers that be in the counties that ‘southeastern PA’ covers! If Jon Gosselin has moved to the Harrisburg area, that county is NOT included in their LOCAL ‘celebrity hunt’ to begin with.

    Of all things, I watched the story of the tornadoes that leveled so many parts of our country last spring. Especially Joplin, MS. WHO do you think was the on site reporter? Dave Shrader. His title was ‘Spokesman for the Red Cross’. Small world as the lady who is our ‘field supervisor’ for our insurance claim (from Irene’s damage) said she’d spent 3 months in Joplin to process claims…& had been on camera & to watch the ‘Weather Channel’ this weekend…she followed Dave.

  169. Kmom2 says

    November 14, 2011 at 10:39 am

    TCParra #160 – If you do that, it’s commendable. Just imagine if you put all that work and time into that only to have a bunch of old hateful bitches smear your name and good intentions all over the internet for your charitable work simply because they didn’t like you and were so blinded by jealousy and hatred they thought they were somehow saving the world by doing it! How would that make you feel????? Put yourself in that place, and try to imagine how that would make you feel. Welcome to Kate’s world.

  170. Marnie says

    November 14, 2011 at 12:51 pm

    Hockeymom9598: @Twtr_is_4_Twits @PrincessDH @EmeraldCityJazz @Kateplusmy8 eerie how Irwin kids family life is similiar 2the Gosselins b/c of their moms
    ————
    They never give it up. They will use anyone as a weapon against Kate Gosselin
    –
    Funny though that they seem to be leaving the Australian Zoo out of their nasty Terri Irwin tweets. They’re scared of the backlash from Australian fans.
    –
    I hope they’re donating as much time to charity as they are bashing charity.

  171. Lisa says

    November 14, 2011 at 1:56 pm

    This is so absurd it’s laughable. I mean really, coquettish? Who the hell even uses that word anymore? Besides, to call a woman a coquette is a compliment. This is just sad. It’s a nice picture, I don’t see anything offensive in it. It looks like she just sat in her living room and wrapped up in the blanket, that’s all. She’s clearly clothed…I truly don’t understand the issue?

  172. Pam@IW says

    November 14, 2011 at 2:19 pm

    Hi Lisa and welcome to Imperfect Women! Glad to have you here.

  173. TCparra says

    November 14, 2011 at 4:31 pm

    Where is this latest article where Jon says things that all the fans have deemed Jon being vile? I don’t think it matters what he says, “fans” will always blame him or accuse him of trying to ruin Kate’s moment in the spotlight. At least it gives the drama blogs something to make up and foam at the mouth about.

    I don’t think guy at Red Cross owes Kate any apology as some fans are adamant about. There is so much cross-blog drama about who said what and why Kate should or shouldn’t have submitted another photo. It’s a good thing charitable organizations are not run by Drama blog’s, there would be way too much celebrity worship.

  174. snickers says

    November 14, 2011 at 4:44 pm

    TC,

    Jon hides, whateva!!

  175. Lisa says

    November 14, 2011 at 5:23 pm

    What does Jon have to do with Kat’s Red Cross blanket photo’s? I don’t understand why people are dividing themselves into Team Kate/Team Jon. It’s ridiculous and petty. They are divorced people, it happens. It doesn’t matter what the other is doing, as long as their children are happy. This sniping amongst people outside of the family is truly one of them most immature, asinine things I have ever seen. I smh at this foolishness…..

  176. TCparra says

    November 14, 2011 at 5:34 pm

    #175, what are you talking about? I asked about some article that the “fans” are all up in arms about (where Jon allegedly said something that was interpreted as mean and jealous of Kate).

    #176, who said Jon has anything to do with Kate’s Red Cross photo. Funny you say that about Team Kate vs Team Jon, sniping and snarking on either is the motivation for some to get out of bed in the morning and update their blogs.

  177. snickers says

    November 14, 2011 at 5:53 pm

    Tc,

    Please, Jon’s private twitter account. I wasn’t born yesterday. If he had nothing to hide, he would be public with his tweets. He sells a story when the need arises for Jon, but has to have a private acct. LOL

  178. PeggyP says

    November 14, 2011 at 5:58 pm

    Lisa-
    You see a false equivalency between Jon supporters and Kate supporters.It would be another matter if there were ever a time that anything nice happened to Kate that one could be sure that there would not be some snarky story attacking Kate’s parenting abilities and proclaiming the superior parenting skills of Jon and Ellen with quotes from “someone close to Jon.” It might even be a sign of good faith if Jon could bring himself to block the extreme haters who follow him on Twitter, who say disgusting, vile things about the mother of his children, and who also joke over horrible futures for his children. Or even if Jon, while proclaiming his love of a private life, didn’t give more final interviews that the actress Sarah Bernhardt gave farewell tours.

    There aren’t pro-Kate blogs whose reason for existence is to follow and harass Jon’s every move. There are multiple ones whose reason for existence is to follow and harass Kate and try to drive away anyone who might support her. The overwhelming bulk of Kate supporters that I have seen want what Kate has made it clear she wants, a civil relationship between the two for their children’s benefit.

  179. TCparra says

    November 14, 2011 at 6:03 pm

    Snickers, WOW! You really are stretching that one aren’t you? Maybe his account is private because he doesn’t want it invaded with people who’s only purpose is to give him grief about the latest “story” or alleged comment he made. Maybe it’s private because he simply wants it that way. Why does there have to be a conspiracy because he is private? There are lots of people, celebs or not who have private twitter accounts. How does his private account translate into selling stories? That would be drama blog material. I’m sure there are plenty of “fans” who have no problem sharing his tweets, so saying it is private and no one can see what he tweets is a little silly.

  180. snickers says

    November 14, 2011 at 6:38 pm

    Tc,
    LOL, an excuse for Jon to bash, it’s rather silly for a Father of 8. Living with the 20 something yr old is his style now.

  181. TCparra says

    December 3, 2011 at 9:39 pm

    Pam, wow, just wow! and Ick! Now I know I won’t go any further and view these video’s. You would think there would be at LEAST 1 more “door” to enter before seeing those images! It appears that is the Home page? Just wow. Like I said before, I have no interest in viewing this subject matter. That being said, there ARE plenty of people, groups, researchers, doctors, etc. who do have an interest in this subject. While there may be a portion of them that are “pervs”, that doesn’t mean everybody is in the gutter or hitting bottom and getting hooked on preg video’s. Just watch the news, you will be reminded there are “pervs” in all walks of life and not exclusive to porn.

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