Free Discussion, August, 2019

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137 comments:

Anna said...

Derick Dillard tells that the Duggars show is semi-scripted,

“If you only know our family from a semi-scripted show then you are either assuming things that aren’t there or believe that all you see is all there is," he replied.

"If Jill felt the Lord leading her to run for governor, I would not only vote for her, but support her in every way a spouse can.”

https://www.thehollywoodgossip.com/2019/07/derick-dillard-claims-duggar-women-have-rights-admits-counting-o/

Anna said...


He doesn't follow the Jim Bob ideas, which we knew because Jill wears pants and shorts and has a nose stud.

"If Jill felt the Lord leading her to run for governor, I would not only vote for her, but support her in every way a spouse can.” - Derick Dillard

https://www.thehollywoodgossip.com/2019/07/derick-dillard-claims-duggar-women-have-rights-admits-counting-o/

Rolling My Eyes said...

https://people.com/tv/john-david-duggar-abbie-burnett-expecting-first-child/

John David and Abbie are pregnant. There was some speculation this must be the case, as they have been noticeably absent from social media for a while. Please let her seek proper prenatal medical care for herself and baby. I hope they are happy together.

Anna said...

Why does Sierra Jo Dominguez say "Mark and I’s" as in: "I’d say Mark and I’s cups are overflowing,"? https://www.instagram.com/p/B0hKkekl7jz/

I have heard some of the Duggars say that. Is that Arkansas talk??

Mommy in PA said...

Just saw today that John and Abbie will be having a baby. Cute picture of them in a plane with a onesie.

colen said...

https://www.msn.com/en-us/tv/news/john-david-duggar-and-wife-abbie-burnett-expecting-their-first-child-we-are-on-cloud-9/ar-AAFc0xW?ocid=spartanntp

JohnDavid is going to be a papa!

lisa mcginess said...

anyone see that John David is going to be a father

LilBit0318 said...

Re: Anna's comments about them saying, "...and I..."

No, I don't think so. I hear LOTS of people—even highly educated people—from all over the place get that wrong. I'm not sure how they missed the lesson that should've taught them to take the other person/people out of the sentence and phrase it the same way when you add that person/people back again, but somehow they did.

Unknown said...

I saw too that Abby and John David are going to have a baby. I am happy for them.....she is 27 and he is 29 so a little older....and more mature than when others in the family started having kids. By the time he was John David's age, Josh had 5.....or was expecting the 5th.

Ellie On a Roll said...

I just read that the snore fest “Counting On” starts back up in 2 months. Gee, let me guess. Same BS, just different season. Births, a courtship, miscarriages, pregnancy announcements, a shower, moving and of course exploiting Grandma Duggar’s drowning. I have a bad feeling that Turd and Jill and the boys will be making a few appearances, too.

Josie said...

Jana’s obviously glowing, in love and courting.

Linda said...

Someone should read Jana's instagram for today.

sandi said...

Jana makes a nice model for the clothes;I don't read anything else into it.Jmo

Mickey2942 said...

https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/josiah-duggar-hiding-something.html/

This is a sad article. That Josiah and Lauren are just two kids who were put together, courtship, marriage, babies, be "happy". I guess. No chance for education, or to find a career that makes you happy, or to date.

Give me a break said...

Jana isn’t above the Duggar half truths and lies syndrome. And we all know Jessa, queen of the lies, is all up in Jana’s business and life!

Mickey2942 said...

https://celebrityinsider.org/counting-on-fans-think-that-they-have-finally-figured-out-the-reasons-jana-duggar-is-still-single-308176/

I have figured it out! Jana didn't want Derrick Dillard, passed to Jill, she didn't want Ben Seawald,pass to Jessa, she didn't want Jeremy Vuolo, pass to Jinger. She definitely didn't want Forsythe, pass to JoyAnna.

All of her sisters got "Jana's leftovers". She was presented with them first, and passed them over. Smart girl. If those were her choices, I think staying single is a good decision.

Ted said...

Not even looking forward to the “new” CO season. Seriously, they are SO FAR BEHIND in the story line that it will be old news and boring as all get out.

Mickey2942 said...

https://www.thehollywoodgossip.com/2019/07/josiah-and-lauren-duggar-share-new-wedding-pics-celebrate-first/

I don't know how much of this is true, or "click bait". If Josiah goes "rogue", what type of job training has he had? I wish the best for him, and Lauren. He can always drive truck, or go into some sort of starting position, and move up from there.

Dana said...

Isn't Josiah a pilot?

Pass the Pickles said...

Good lord. Jill posted a photo of her nut bread and it looks similar to carpet padding. What on Earth? Something is definitely wrong with Jillymuffin. Attention seeking behavior or a cry for help????

Susan said...

Pretty sure there’s a Duggar scandal on the horizon. 3 Tabloids are already reporting about Josiah on the cusp of having a mental meltdown. Frankly, I’m surprised it didn’t happen sooner. And figuring with the Duggars, he will be placed in a physical labor type camp to work it out of him instead of getting actual mental health care. SMH

Ginny said...

Jeremy and Jinger did a cute little Q and A on their Instagram last night. I really like these two and they seem to be really finding their own way. I loved the outfit that Jinger had on and she just looked adorable. Then, she posted a beautiful picture of Jeremy and Felicity with the sunset behind them and I was reminded of her photography skills. Also, that she has always wanted to live in the city. She seems to just be growing into who she has always wanted to be. She is experiencing so much more of life than her sisters.....Jessa still living in that little house with three kids now. Jill....still seems to be stuck as well. I'm happy for Jinger.

Give me a break said...

Funny..It’s like magic. Some people were commenting that Jessa hadn’t posted any new photos of blessing #3 and poof, Jessa posts new photos. She is definitely stalking the snark sites! LOL I did notice Jessa wasn’t in any of the photos so she must be struggling to get the old Duggar figure back.

Anthony B said...

Has anyone heard whatever happened to “Jake “, the stray cat that the holy-goalie and Jinger adopted In Laredo?

Mickey2942 said...

Pets don't seem to last long in the Duggar family. Great values to pass on to children. "Pets are disposable".

Tammy C said...

Maybe Jinger and Jeremy decided not to move their cat.First time we had 2 cats we didn't move them.Now with 1 cat he gone all over in 16 years.

Georgia said...

Does anyone else cringe when the pregnant Duggar women grab their lower abdomen/crotch area to exaggerate being pregnant?? It’s embarrassing to look at plus it’s not modest by any means. SMH

Thunderstorms said...

Did Ma and Pa Duggar post a FB birthday wish for Felicity?
Was Jana's trip to LA a secret spy mission to see how far Jinger has strayed from the flock and bring her back or reminder her of Duggar rules?
Where do Jer and Jin get their income? They seem to eat out a lot and Jinger doesn't hock stuff on Instagram like the Bates kids seem to and isn't Jeremy in ministry?
Does Jeremy wheel and deal with the restaurants to get specials for taking pictures of their food?

Yvette said...

Jinger and the Holy-goalie must hate their new home. They seem to constantly be eating out, having coffee, modeling clothes and accessories, and attending professional soccer games. I always feel that any couple that has to post what a great time they’re having, all full of smiles and picture perfect photos or videos, really aren’t that happy. Why can’t they just be in the moment and live their lives?? Something is definitely off.

Amy said...

Seems like Jessa blessa is starting to throw in the “give a rip” towel. She posted some photos of the kids and I couldn’t believe it. Apparently 3 blessings will be the game changer for Jessa. Give it 1-2 more blessings and she’ll be having a laundry room meltdown.

Ginny said...

I follow Ben's sister on Instagram and she did a Q and A yesterday. Lots of people asked her about her relationship with her family etc. I loved her answers.......she seems like she has a good head on her shoulders. I like her.

Aunt Bea said...

I never saw any birthday wishes for Felicity from the Duggar grandparents OR any of them. Wonder what's up there....

Ellie On a Roll said...

I’m calling it. Jed Duggar is courting. Attends Tontitown Grape Festival all spiffed up and clean. Brings home a “girl sign” about Family. Then Jed gifts it to the Mother-of-the-year along with photos . Definitely something on the horizon for this young stud.

Willow said...

I too have wondered about Jinger and Jeremy's money situation. I doubt he could have been making much as the pastor of the small church in Laredo. I wonder if he has soccer savings. They could also have TLC savings/money. At this point, they may have some cash from the sale of their house. We just can't know for sure. He may have some scholarships for his seminary?? They sure seem to have plenty of nice clothes and money to eat out, that is for sure. I do wish them well I L.A. - they seem happy.

Heart in Florida said...

I doubt the "jet set" lifestyle the Vuolos are living in LA is due to the house sale profit. They dressed and lived like that in Laredo; they were always out with what lifestyle Laredo had to offer. I also agree totally that Jeremy does NOT behave like a seminary student. He is a superficial person looking for a "career" in preaching. He's in it for the potential fame and donation money. Jinger has no say in anything including how she dresses. It's a coincidence how her fashion style mirrors Jeremy's. I think HE goes shopping with her and 'suggests' outfits for her. She, of course, does what he tells her to. She is a fashion accessory on his arm. This is what he shopped for in a future wife...a pliable woman who would bend his way with everything; one he could mold in to his ways.

Jealous Jessa said...

I hope JD and Abbie Dutch the aviation theme for the baby. It’s old and tired. EVERYONE knows Abbie married a pilot. The end.

Dawn said...

Heart in Florida,

I think you hit it about Jeremy. I have always thought something wasn't quite right.

glass dishes said...

Dawn and Heart in Florida...

Ding Ding Ding ....
I agree with you on Jeremy! *im still glad Jinger got out alittle...but sad in a way that she just might be controlled by him* at least shes in the city and in style..gotta be glad about something;-)

Digital said...

I don’t think that I can watch yet another boring “Counting On” series. It’s always the same pregnancies & gender reveals... TLC needs to become creative as of now they are stuck with nothing. Yawn!!!

Digital said...

You may not agree however I believe Jim Bob’s cult leader wannabe is a facade. I think he purposely pours God on everything just to get attention. I do not see Christianity practiced in the Duggar family.

Digital said...

Geez not impressed with Jill Dillard. Jill running for Governor seriously?? Nowadays most people running for public office are college educated. The fact that Jill is a midwife does not qualify her to run for public office it’s laughable on so many levels.

Digital said...

So Jana is courting. Good for her. Hopefully Jana will not permit her moronic Dad Jim Bob to interfere??

Gamma said...

Bates vs Duggar’s....

Re intellectual levels. He Bates win hands down. At least several Bates kids graduated from Crown College. Duggar kids never permitted to attend college as deemed by the nonsensical & absurd rules of cult leader Jim Bob.

Gamma said...

It definitely projects one lacking intelligence, education & vocabulary skills. Not impressed.

Gamma said...

Can’t wait to watch yet another boring episode of self absorbed Jessa speaking the word “like” more than once in every sentence. I imagine Jessa’s IQ is not high.

Gamma said...

Why is Jim Bob & the Duggar family such ardent fans of Univ Arkansas? It’s definitely Not a religious school? Often the Duggar’s have attended U of A games where cheerleaders where short clothing. How do the Duggar’s deal with this fact? It appears the Duggar’s are the epitome of hypocrites

Digital said...

Frankly since the beginning of the Duggar’s on TV initially I was convinced & realized Jim
Bob was a mean spirited, not credible & definitely one who did not project Christian values but only controlling & a unrealistic view of life & the lives of his children. His sick, creepy Gothard rules are a complete & utter Failure!!

Gamna said...

I believe John David & Abbie are a good match. JD is a credible person & waited until he became more mature to marry. Congrats on their forthcoming child.

Digital said...

Anyway it’s definitely incorrect grammar.

Digital said...

Yes cringe it’s such inappropriate behavior.

Mickey2942 said...

Gotta say, I completely agree. He went for his "perfect" wife, a virgin, raised to be obedient. The hypocrisy is epic.

Mickey2942 said...

It is interesting to me, that none of the children has really decided to go their own way, abandon the nest, and live a real life. The "Duggar" method of raising children, starting with "blanket training" has made all of the children fearful of leaving the "blanket". So they sit and wait for life to happen.

Gamma said...

My opinion...
Older Duggar Daughters..
Jana intelligent, credible, thoughtful & likable
Jill tattle tail, immature, selfish
Jessa self absorbed, desires a lot of attention, is impressed with herself
Jinger likable, prettiest Duggar daughter, sincere
JoyAnna stolen youth, could have been so much more
Duggar daughter in laws...
Anna lost cause
Abbie credible educated beyond HS, pleasant
Kendra silly woman, clueless
Lauren appears nice, could have been so much more

Gamma said...

BTW... Jana is an adult & absolutely does not need or require a chaperone Geez!!!

Digital said...

Poor Jill can’t maintain a clean home, can’t cook or bake.

Gamma said...

Have never been impressed with Jessa to me she’s just boring & often annoying.

Gamma said...

Jed & Jer are the best looking of the Duggar brothers.

Digital said...

Frankly it’s Jill who has always creeped me out

Digital said...

Would love to see the Duggars actually care & give back to others in need. One can tout Christianity till they are blue in the face but to do nothing & just take is not Christianity. obviously the Duggar’s think only of themselves. They are only concerned or obsessed with over populating the Earth.

Gamma said...

Does anyone believe that eventually Derick a current law school student upon graduating & becoming an attorney will lose interest in his uneducated wife Jill? Once Derick begins practicing law he will probably meet intelligent women who challenges his brain matter. I see disaster for Derick & Jill.

Lizzyb said...

Several are commenting about Jeremy and Jinger's lifestyle and how can they afford it. LA is not cheap and they appear to have an active social life. If you look at both of their Instagram pages, they promote restaurants, eyeglasses, clothing and various other businesses. Not sure how this works but I'm sure they are paid for these product placements. Jeremy also loves to pose and I believe he thinks he's a big TV star and that "fame" has gone to his head. Having said all of this, they appear very much in love and I'm glad Jinger has broken away somewhat from the stifling Duggar lifestyle.

Digital said...

Re John David & Josh... John David is a mature grown up. When the scandal of Josh was exposed John David said he will never trust or be the same again with his brother Josh. I believe JD remains constant with his assessment of Josh.

Bee said...

Re the Dillard’s... never believed they were actually called as missionaries. I mean they only briefly remained on the mission field. Hey Dillard’s attempting to separate Catholics from their faith is not Christian behavior it’s also insulting to Catholics. Your missionary experience was a joke. God loves Catholics & btw.. there will be Catholics in Heaven. Please Dillard’s & idiot Jim Bob stop believing you are Gods brain thinking for Him. It’s almost blasphemes. Also I remain in my wonderful Catholic faith. Deal with this fact.

Bee said...

Hey Jessa 2 words “birth control”.. it is not a sin. Geez Grow Up!!

Gamma said...

Also Jessa Seewald needs to grasp the fact on camera she fools no one & she’s not smart enough to fool
anyone. Feel sorry for Ben.

Beyond said...

Jessa actually does laundry hmmm?? Well she doesn’t cook & apparently from the camera view of the Seewald home there’s no housekeeping. Disgusting.

Beyond said...

Why are the Duggar’s so obsessed with separating Catholics from their faith? To me this behavior has always been an enigma. Perhaps Jim Bob is fearful or intimidated by the Catholic faith? We are well aware that Jim Bob is not the brightest person. Suggest that Jim Bob take some time to research or study the Catholic faith before beginning the mission to separate Catholics from their faith. Although Jim Bob would probably prefer to remain in his ignorant bliss.

Gamma said...

I really pity Anna Duggar. Raised by fundie parents, no choices in life. Married to a cheater yet she continues to have children with him. Difficult to believe Josh & Anna have a good marriage. Anna obviously brain washed.

Bee said...

Every time Anna gives birth she appears to age even more. Currently Anna is still young yet she looks as if she’s in her mid 40’s.

Kara said...

I think Kendra is a sweet, soft-spoken young lady. She is young and the giggling was because she was nervous. The more I see her, the more I like her.

laura said...

JD shows personal strength against his parents by speakingthe truth about hiw he feels in opposition to his parents who went on tv and forced their daughters to go on tv and pretend everything was normal and ok. Saying that it was normal in other families for brothers to molest their sisters.
The fact that these snakes remained on television in any manner reeks of distaste and trashiness. Him bob and meechelle honestly think their crap dont stink. They are actually delusional.

laura said...

Gamma my only question is-who would hire him? And what area of law is he interested in? Where and for what is this road leading? Oh sorry, where is god leading derick in law?

Arbutus said...

Jim Bob’s mission target seeking Catholics may be JB’s sick sport of choice to me it almost borders that of “stalking”. It’s just Wrong & frankly hateful behavior. I’ve always believed that JB & Michelle have too much time on their hands. One would believe with 19’ kids & several remaining at the Duggar ranch the parents would Desire to be more involved & care about their younger kids. Sadly their kids are not a priority. Basically other than Jana the younger kids are raising themselves.

Beyond said...

Annually there is now a Realty TV Awards show. However absent from this event is the Duggar family. Perhaps JB did not want to subject his male kids to see some women wearing clothing the Duggar’s deem inappropriate or to hear language they believe is also a no, no?? Perhaps JB was upset that he will never control that event??

Arbutus said...

Re Derick... This guy is a college grad & currently a student enrolled in law school yet his writing skills are pathetic. Derick step it up. If you are pursuing a law degree you are required to create briefs & record depositions. Please invest in an updated dictionary & a thesaurus, learn a new word every day & incorporate into conversation or the written word. The same applies to your uneducated wife Jill.

Beyond said...

Derick’s comment is a ruse & he’s back peddling. Does anyone know the name of the law school where Derick is a student?

Gamma said...

If John David & Abbie have a son perhaps they may consider the name of Burnett as the child’s middle name?

Arbutus said...

Re Jessa... Once again too much time on her hands. I believe Jessa is impressed with her own ignorance.

Digital said...

Jeremy the best looking & most physically fit of the Duggar son in laws.

Gamma said...

Re Married Duggar sons.. None of which have included Josh as a Best Man or as a Groomsman. Also doubt Josh was an Usher at these Duggar weddings. Prior to the scandal on TV Josh continually sought attention often giving viewers incorrect advice he became laughable. Post scandal.. Its obvious Josh has completely lost the respect of his siblings.

Bee said...

Did Derick earn a scholarship to law school? Is Daddy JB paying for law school as this would be a surprise considering that JB despises education in any format.

Beyond said...

Wow law school student Derick Dillard ends most sentences in prepositions. Derick that’s just not smart communication. If it’s your mission to be taken seriously as an attorney then perhaps you should brush up on or consider enrolling in an English/Speech class or classes.

Beyond said...

To Give me a break... How do the Duggar’s justify the half truths & lies? Seriously are the Duggar’s actually convinced they fool their viewers? I mean really? Clearly the Duggar’s are delusional or just ignorant.

Bee said...

Hey Mickey thoroughly enjoyed your post about Jana’s leftovers. Thanks for the laugh.

Have a zero clue as to where cult leader JB finds the husbands for his daughters or the wives for his sons?

sandi said...

Laura,it wouldn't surprise me if Derick turns out to be the Duggar family lawyer,and never works for a real law firm.I guess we'll see

laura said...

Yes bee.
And she has never drank or smoked in her whole life so this is not a good sign of aging well.
Plus she is married to a complete turd and the energy spent denying that to herself is probably half the issue.
I have been thinking this lately but dont want to sound to mean. Her boys have the same dead look in their eyes as their father.
Does anyone else see this or am i imagining things?

laura said...

Gamma, then jill should thank her lucky stars.
Even though her parents did not properly prepare her for real life because they are selfish, closed minded people who base their lives on having sex, she deserves more.
I dont like her at all But i have the intelligence to realize this is because she is the result of their idiocy.
In another set parents hands she could have really been a decent mother and person. Right now she is just another body in him bobs count.

Digital said...

Sandi, definitely agree that once Derrick graduates law school rather than join a firm with the stupid guidance of JB he will probably become the family attorney. However Derick will still be required to pass the bar exam it’s the law.

Beyond said...

Laura, re Jill I agree. Re JB & Michelle also agree they based their entire marriage on sex what’s really despicable is they attempted to fool viewers that their marriage is or was based on God & Christian values.

Arbutus said...

There is no charitable blood flowing through the veins of each member of the Duggar family.

Digital said...

Anna will remain faithful in the sick marriage to Josh as she doesn’t no any better. Even though Josh was forced to repent & enter counseling I don’t believe he’s contrite or has given up his addiction. Josh is forever trapped & JB is controlling this marriage & finances.

Arbutus said...

About Derick Dillard specific to commitment...

A old friend once shared these valuable & wise words.. Faith in oneself, Focus & Followthrough...
As an Accountant Derick’s commitment was very brief.
As a missionary spreading his faith Derick’s commitment was again very brief as quickly Jill & he returned to the USA.
As a student in law school will Derick focus & followthrough? Will Derick finally choose to commit, complete, earn a law degree & graduate? We shall see. I therefore remain dubious.

Beyond said...

Last Counting On season we learned that Ben Seewald is in college pursuing a Bachelors degree. Is Ben majoring in elementary or secondary education? Good for him. Upon graduating if he chooses Ben could become the main educated teacher to all of the Duggar grandkids.

Bee said...

I think both Jill & Jessa are of similar personality & character. Both desperately seek attention, can’t maintain clean homes & cant cook or bake.

Digital said...

I believe Ben is committed to completing his college degree. If teaching is his passion then if he would choose to teach the Duggar grandkids they would be well served & so much better mentally healthier vs the absurd loser Gothard method of home schooling which obviously is a huge failure.

Bee said...

Ok question.. prior to Josh & Anna’s wedding does anyone recall the book about intimacy JB attempted giving to Josh? Josh told his Dad he didn’t need the book & was aware about everything. Hindsight this comment spoke volumes.

Prior to Derick & Jill’s wedding Jim Bob made this inappropriate comment... “Jill is looking forward to being a bride”. As JB chuckled he said “I know what Derick is looking forward too”. I was surprised that TLC didn’t edit that comment.

Notacloudinthesky said...

I saw Jill’s post about her in-laws building a plane for the kids. Couldn’t they have done this or a least helped? I’m from the west coast but is bawpaw and Mima common grandparents nicknames in the south?

Unknown said...

I've seen the previous comments about Josh and Anna giving marriage advice etc. early in their marriage. One thing that really stuck out to me was their website.....on it, there was a lot of marriage advice and they recommended several marriage books etc. I always thought it odd that such a young couple that had only been married for a very short time would be giving marriage advice. I read some of the stuff just out of curiosity and quickly realized that all the advice they were giving, was just a continuation of what their parents had drilled into them. Nothing was "theirs" if you know what I mean. They were just puppets repeating what had been drilled into them. Something else that I've noticed. The Duggar children who waited until they were a bit older to get married seem to be finding their own way a little better. Does anybody else see that?

Newbie said...

https://www.instagram.com/p/B1R1etKhym6/

Jeremy was never a favorite.....but now that I saw this and saw that she doesn't have to sit and stare up at him as he talks I have changed my mind. He is much more handsome than I thought from seeing still photos. And she is gorgeous!

Willow said...

Jessa did it agIvyain. No pics of Ivy for weeks, but the day John and Abbie announce their gender reveal, Sure enough, oops a pic of Ivy! I have seen her do this many times. Attention grabber? Jealous? Something. When Amy posted her wedding pics on Instagram, Jessa "coincidentally" posted her 1-year anniversary replay of her wedding photos (the same ones). Good to know our Jessa is consistent. P.S. Glad to see Ivy though. She is just as adorable as her brothers.

Mickey2942 said...

Beyond disgusting that this Christian family does nothing but obsess about sex, continually. The Mini golf "dry hump" was something I wish I could "unsee", and that was stuff done in PUBLIC. Who knows how this family acts without cameras.

colen said...

Per "Notacloudinthesky said.
... I’m from the west coast but is bawpaw and Mima common grandparents nicknames in the south?
8/19/2019 7:37 PM"

No. No it is not.

colen said...

Per " Unknown said...
I've seen the previous comments about Josh and Anna giving marriage advice etc. early in their marriage. One thing that really stuck out to me was their website.....on it, there was a lot of marriage advice and they recommended several marriage books etc. I always thought it odd that such a young couple that had only been married for a very short time would be giving marriage advice.
8/20/2019 9:19 AM"

This is one of the current trends in non-traditional, evangelical Christianity. Jeremy and Aubrey Roloff are part of this trend as well. It is interesting because back in the 90s there were a lot of young people spotting off advice and they had no idea what they were talking about. Joshua Harris of "Why I kissed dating goodbye" fame is one of them. As adults they forced to deal with the damage their public youthful indiscretions caused.

Beyond said...

To Unknown.. Yes Clearly I see. It amazes me that Josh & Anna parroted the advice & Didn’t See!

sandi said...

Jinger seems to be very happy.I'm happy for her.i'm glad she isn't stuck in Arkansas,and they can get out and do some interesting things in LA.Jmo

Shelli said...

Someone should sit Jeremy down and make him watch the new TV show, The Righteous Gemstones. A great (and funny) show about the sleazy world of televangelists. I get the impression that that’s the path he would love to follow.

sandi said...

Wasn't Jinger the one who said she wanted to live in a big city? And Michelle kicked in and said what she really meant was she just wanted to live closer to Walmart.Sure Michelle.LOL

Digital said...

Shelli...Yes, yes, yes... thanks for posting about the sleazy world of evangelists as their main mission is to separate people from their finances. They are false prophets.

Mickey2942 said...

https://people.com/tv/pregnant-duggar-women-show-off-growing-bellies/

Why do I wish that these women were showing off their college diplomas, rather than their pregnancies? Their entire self esteem is centered around fecundity. It is beyond archaic.

Mia said...

Arkansan here. Never heard that until Jim Bob once said "Michelle and I's". Duggarspeak in Duggarland.

Annie said...

The thing with Derick being in law school is that it's a temporary/desperate, time killing thing. I was kind of puzzled when he announced his new path in life. Law school isn't easy and he doesn't seem like the type of person to do the difficult path. He also doesn't seem like the firm joining type. He doesn't present himself well, he's so hateful and he's kind of ignorant. You can't educate that kind of ignorance out of someone.

One of the most frustrating things about this whole family is when they say "they are beyond happy and can't wait to see where the Lord leads them". I have a family member that got a Masters Degree in Theology. I asked her what she was going to do with her new degree, I expected her to go into ministry or something. She said "I have no idea, I am going to wait to see what the Lord has in store for me and where He leads me." As if they have no choice in anything that they do and how is one "beyond happy". or "beyond thrilled"?

One thing that I learned in High School English class was that sometimes having no adjectives is the best choice. For example, "I am happy that we are moving to a new house." Keep it simple sister.

Arbutus said...

Re Jessa it’s simple college psychology 101as Jessa is definitely insecure, low self esteem. Her reaction to news about her female siblings screens “give me the attention”. Jessa has deluded herself into believing she is the most valued & important Duggar. Jessa should seek professional non Christian counseling. However since Jessa is ignorant she will never go that route.

Beyond said...

Mickey... your point is spot on. The Duggar girl could have been contributing adults to society. Who knows where a college degree could have taken them. The Duggar parents & Cult religion are to blame. Continual pregnancies & living in ignorance is the motto of the Duggars.

Bee said...

How long will TLC continue the absurd repetitious storylines about the Duggars? Each season it’s the same old worn out yawns! JB will never permit advanced education. JB will continue to arrange courtships, marriages, & encourage immediate pregnancies. It’s just a cluster of control & depravity. I would prefer root canal vs watching the ignorance of the Duggar’s.

Bee said...

Yes Jinger stated it was her desire to live in a large city. We can always count on Michelle to make nonsensical & incorrect comments. Jinger never mentioned she wanted to live close to a Walmart. Geez.

Arbutus said...

Sandi most comments said by Michelle & JB is disingenuous.

Arbutus said...

After a Duggar is married the couples spend honeymoons in Europe. Who pays for these expensive trips?

Beyond said...

Just read about Jinger & Jeremy wanting their own spin off series. Apparently they are described as the most interesting Counting in couple. Jinger’s almost gone blonde. If these 2 were to get a spin off series this would make Jessa pea green with envy & there’s nothing Jessa could do about it. Haha!

Stan said...

Jessa can’t stand anyone getting attention or positive feedback without her posting something as an attention grab. Grow up, Jessa. You’re old news.

Bee said...

Stan.. Agree with your post. However Jessa is too arrogant & clueless to get it. Regardless of the messages posted Jessa will always remain ignorant. Jessa believes she’s royalty & entitled. Why? She contributes nothing.

Beyond said...

Oh you bet Duggar’s love U of Arkansas yet JB would never allow one of his kids to pursue a college degree from that school.

Mickey2942 said...

Interesting. Jeremy really wants to be another Joel Osteen or Rick Warren. He knows what he wants, a slick church, with a rock band, cameras, and website with PayPal to support the "Ministry".

He is calculating. He saw Jinger as his "Ka-Ching" to his ministry dynasty. I don't think that he was ever a "friend" of Derrick's.

Give Me a Break said...

I would watch a Jinger/Jeremy show over anything Counting On hands down

Jessa is such a nobody, attention seeking failure that I can’t stomach anything connected with her.

Jill is just as pathetic with all the sex game posts and frumpy clothing ads. I would probably watch a “Jill In the Kitchen “ mini-series. It would be a HOOT!!!!

The Duggar’s are such a train wreck that I’m always amazed that anyone buys ad time during their tv time slot.

Ellie On a Roll said...

What REALLY irks me about Jessa?? She insists on having all these “blessings” that she can’t afford or take care of properly and then thinks NOTHING of dumping them on Jana at the TTH all the time. I pray Jana gets married and moves out.

Heart in Florida said...

Ellie On a Roll: Honestly, I don't think any of the older Duggar sisters give one eff for Jana. I don't think they respect her, really at all and never have. I think they initially resented her 'being in charge' of the household and subsequently, THEM growing up. Then as the sisters courted, were 'wedded and bedded', their lack of care about Jana went down from there. I don't think Jana was really allowed to develop any real relationship with any of the older girls because she was a position of authority over the rest of the kids, Josh included. I think if she developed anything with the other siblings, it may be with the youngest 4 girls.
Jana is still there, at her mother's house to pick up the slack dumped on her by her 'married-with-children sisters'.

Brick said...

Jillymuffin needs to cut about 3 feet off that rats nest so there isn’t another staged “gum in her hair” incident that screams I NEED ATTENTION. Grow the heck up and get a hobby or some adult friends.

Laurie Kutil said...

"I pray Jana gets married and moves out."

Forget that, she should just move out, demanding a big payout from her skinflint rich dad.
She should not have to get married to leave home, she's a grown woman who's life is wasting away raising other people's kids. Run Jana! I would SO buy a tell-all book if she wrote it.

Elsa said...

I’m seriously starting to think Jeremy only had a baby for using as a prop in their selfies and photo ops.

Give it a rest said...

Getting pretty tired of Jillymuffin’s “swipe up” . Just sayin ya’all.

Unknown said...

It would be interesting to see how JB and Michelle would react to Jana being the ONLY child left at home. They might not want her there so much if all the little kids didn't need a cook/caregiver. So if she never marries, what then? Will they find somewhere else for her to "serve"? After all, JB can't dry hump his wife in the kitchen if Jana's still living there.

roddma said...

Re: Bates being intellectual

The Bateses have used incorrect grammar and mispronounced words. I'm not saying the Bates kids who go to college aren't smart, but doubt they get the intellectual challenges they would at a secular university. Could they debate global warming or evolution? And they stay within the 'accepted' vocations allowed by their beliefs.

While Crown seems better than most colleges for IFB /Quiverfull is essentially a reinforcement of beliefs. Crown college still has many strict rules as the rest and the 'accreditation' means nothing in secular world of colleges. I read the one Kelton went to forbids opposite genders from sharing stairs. So any of them going to college does not mean they are suddenly 'liberal'. I don't see Derick changing any of his views and doubt the Bateses are.

NWArkie said...

JB can't dry hump his wife in the kitchen if Jana's still living there.

Not sure why that would stop him. He did it on a mini-golf course for TV cameras. [eyeroll]

Besides, even after all the little kids grow up, there has to be someone to wash the clothes, changes the beds, cook the meals, clean the bathrooms, and, oh yeah, babysit the grandkids. You know Michelle isn't going to do any of that. [double eyeroll]

Mickey2942 said...

Nope, her "role" will soon be taking Ma Duggar to medical appointments. Women who have lots of babies don't seem to age well. I predict a few surgeries for various reasons, Jana can be around to nurse and take care of Mama, and don't forget laundry, that is wimmins work. Ma Duggar doesn't do much but be subservient to JB. Jana won't be leaving. Unless she truly escapes, but I am sure JB is keeping a very short leash on her. He only presents men for courtship that she would turn down. I believe that her sisters all got Jana's "rejects".

laura said...

Jill is gross. Shes even more gross when she posts all that sex game stuff online.
Who does him bob serve with his servants heart as an example for his children?
Jinger is now living in la maybe she can join 2019 clothing trends.
really spends an inordinate amount of time in many coffee shops posting inane pics of her drinking coffee with bow baby.
Real cerebral, this one.
Guess this is her idea of a servants heart, great job meechelle .
Lauren has now reached the creep factor level with the obsession about her miscarriage. And of course she had no idea such godly men like her husband could exist if she were isolated from them and then was married off at 19 to a cult member.
She loves to brag that her father of 2(not born) children can do 'anything'
Well at least she got the idolation down pat.
I can just imagine 5 pregnant duggars all sitting around saying the same exact thing but not actually accomplishing anything, Oh like how sweet and like amazing and like over the moon and shocked we are and giving 'advice' to each other.
Jana is a brainwashed slave. She will never leave. She wouldnt know even the first thing to do or how to get her own money. Such a waste of a life, it is extremely sad.
Expecting an announcement from joy at some point in the near furure. We all know whats going to happen.
Do wonder how much pressure moochelle puts on them to get pregnant asap.
So much for letting kids live their own lives and make their own decisions.
Him bob really needs a real man to tell him straight he a megalomaniac control freak and knock him down a peg.
I easily see anna with 12-14 kids. Shes just a baby talking unaware zombie, probably subconsciously glad to have something to distract her from that pig shes married to.

roddma said...

The author of "I Kissed Dating Goodbye" and his wife have divorced recently and claims to no longer be Christian. Not a word from a Duggar or a Bates on that. I think they refuse to admit it's a risky thing.

Beyond said...

Jil Dillard’s marital advice is a joke.

Mickey2942 said...

https://popculture.com/reality-tv/2019/08/29/jill-duggar-post-fans-asking-major-question-not-happy/

Jill's cooking skills are nonexistent. She posts random recipes, that don't even look good. She can probably slap together a PB&J or casserole with 5 canned ingredients to be poured over noodles. Fresh vegetables, herbs, are beyond her repertoire. Her family probably bought the cheapest margarine tub on sale. The girl has probably never had real butter.

I won't even acknowledge her pathetic comments about marriage and sex. Or giving her child gum she took out of her hair.

Derek probably likes having an ignorant, obedient wife. No one else would want him.