Free Discussion, June, 2021

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91 comments:

roddma said...

As for not attending Derick's graduation mentioned in the May thread, I would feel even without COVID college graduations have limited seating capacity. It's not like high school and there are many more student who have family out of town.

Leia said...

Roddma about Derick’s graduation from
law school that’s very sensible advice as I know dealing with COVID was a factor re these days who could attend any graduation ceremonies. Thanks.

Mickey2942 said...

https://www.nwahomepage.com/news/a-closer-look/a-closer-look-joy-anna-duggars-husband-gets-fraud-lawsuit-dismissed/

I really like how this is written, with slant that this is a "win", for Forsyth. Hardly. It was dismissed "with prejudice", and settled prior to trial, meaning, he gave up cash rather than go forward, and potentially lose, big.

Linda said...

I agree that there were probably limits to the number of people who could attend Derick's, law school graduation. I believe there are less tickets available for a law school graduation, than there would be for a college graduation, depending on where the graduation was held. Derick's time in law school seemed a shorter duration than others I've known that attended law school. Law school typically is 3 full yrs. & 4 yrs. if you attend part-time. I understand that he already had his Bachelors Degree. I have a nephew who has always been at thee top of his classes all through school & it took him 3 years to complete law school.I thought Derick only spent 2 years in law school. Perhaps I'm wrong & he actually spent 3 yrs. in law school. It certainly seemed to pass quickly.

DeeLee said...

Good to know that Austin Forsyth did not Win . Has to pay cash. So yet another Duggar believing their show & name would exonerate them Not So Much. Yeah! I bet Ole Jim Bob wanted to chastise the Judge which could have landed him in jail for contempt. Doubt JB knows the word contempt.

Elspeth said...

Derick was in law school for the standard three years.

Z said...

Generally the actions & decisions of Jim Bob always prove to be poor & absolutely Never thought out or Smart!!! He’s such a doofus!

sandi said...

Z,I agree.And I don't think there's any way Jb is ever going to let Josh plead guilty,even if it means less prison time.He knows how bad a guilty plea would look on the family name,and I think they will all go on forever about how Josh is innocent and was framed.Jmo

Linda said...

Elspeth, thanks for correcting me regarding the length of time Derick spent in law school. Time certainly passes quickly. When April ended & I was changing the calendar to May I was wondering where did April go? The same thing happened when it was time to move onto June. What happened to May? Does anyone know when Derick will take the Bar Exam?

Size said...

Sandi your comments re JB is spot on. However I really believe JB is clueless about the Law. His family name is already Tarnished. Ref Josh previous behavior. JB will continue to live in a world of delusion & insisting his wife & kids do so as well. However & obviously JB has zero control over Derick & Jeremy as long ago they got JB’s number. Derick & Jeremy perceive JB as a huge dumb Joke!!

Elspeth said...

The bar exam is in July.

June said...

Correct me if I am wrong... Re the bar exam Nowadays I believe there may be a universal bar exam that covers the 50 states which once passed would permit a new Attorney to practice law in any one of the 50 US states.

Ginny said...

I saw that Zach and his wife had their baby but the baby is in the NICU. Anybody know why?

Cindi said...

That's not a long time to study for the bar exam. Maybe it's better to have it close to the time you graduated. Is it different in every state? Other years I have known people who graduated in May & didn't take the bar exam until the fall. Or is the exam give a couple of times a year? Just asking.

Lindsey said...

All of the Duggars from JB & Michelle, down to all their extended family members, constantly talk about these beautiful children (& I agree they are all beautiful) kids, as "blessings & gifts from God." If they truly believe this, then they have an obligation to God & these children, to protect them from a pervert,like Josh. I can call Josh one, not an alleged one, as he has already admitted to this, back when he molested his sisters. JB & Michelle did nothing to protect the girls in their family, so how are they honoring God for giving them these blessings? Does this mean only the boys are blessings? This brings me to Anna. Yes Anna has been raised in a cult,she's brainwashed, can't think for herself. She's not the only woman to be raised this way. Well she was adult enough to marry & have 6 (soon to be 7) children & she constantly talks about how they are a blessing from God. Then it's time for her to put on her big girl panties & act like the mother she biologically is. She has been give the job by God, to raise & protect those children. That does not mean just reading those booklets they get from the Gothard Cult at their conferences at Big Sandy & calling it their homeschool education & it especially does not mean remaining in a home, that is exposing them to a pervert. Many women have had terrible experiences growing up. They have been sexually abused by fathers, brothers, extended family members. If & when they become mothers the most important thing in their lives if protecting their children from the same type of abuse they suffered. Many are just as uneducated as Anna. I'm tired of hearing that these children could be exposed to a pervert in their own home, because their mom is brainwashed, was raised in a cult, has nowhere to go. Well her brother is still wiling to take her & the children in & support them. The truth is, Anna want's to be a Duggar & the only way that can happen is if she stays with Josh.

Mickey2942 said...

No. This case is solid and tight. The only possible defense is "Reasonable Doubt", that means put Doubt that Josh did the "deed". Blame his brothers, or anyone else who had access to the computer and his passwords.

They are paying a big time attorney who has lots of connections. I can see a possible plea deal. Or? Roll the dice and blame everyone else. Those are the choices here. This isn't going to go away with nothing.

Elspeth said...

The bar exam is offered twice a year - July and I believe January. There is a multiple choice portion on it called the multi-state that is common across the country. It is not a bar exam that entitles one to practice in any state. Some states have reciprocity agreements, but not all.

sandi said...

Mickey,I agree.I just doubt there will be any plea deal.And there have been no motions to delay the trial,imo because Jb and Josh think they can beat this,and Jb wants to clear the family name of this asap.Good luck with that one.Jmo

Aunt Bea said...

Elspeth: Do you know why or if there is a rift between Jim Bob Duggar and the Caldwells, Kendra's parents? Thank you for your accurate information.

Elspeth said...

Some things I can't address in detail. Something that might be trivial to some of us got out of control.

Eslady said...

I had to pass my Registry Board exam to work as a Medical Technologist in a hospital lab. This exam covered the principles of Laboratory Chemistry, Microbiology, Immunology, Hematology, Urinalysis, and Blood Bank. It is highly recommended to take any Registered Board exam as close to graduation as possible. I graduated with my BS in Medical Technology in July and took my Board exam in August. I studied for a solid month and thankfully passed in the first try. I know the Bar exam is not easy.

Mickey2942 said...

Well, if D does nothing but study, he will do okay. I literally studied every night for 2 months. No one says he has to be in the top 99%. He can pass, if he works at it.

Heck, honestly, I am completely surprised that he stuck it out for three years. He is okay.

Poohbear717 said...

People say that because the church split. But the Caldwells a church planters and never stay long at any church. Doubt any real bad blood exist

Linda said...

The Caldwells are still in the area living in the house intended for Kendra and Joe. He's still leading the same church.

Size said...

Pastor Caldwell is a Gothard fundie follower. I’ve never liked the guy.

Liz said...

Me either, what kind of parent is ok with taking their child's house and not paying their way?

Aunt Bea said...

Isn't the house that was intended for Joe and Kendra somehow connected to Jim Bob? If the Caldwells are living there, wouldn't there still be a beholding tie between the Caldwells and the Duggars? Were Joe and Kendra given title to the house with no strings attached?

roddma said...

This article claims that Jim B kicked the Caldwells out for not paying rent. But this information comes from an untrusted source so I'd take it with a grain of salt. And how are the Caldwells able to afford a nice home on pastor salary?
https://www.tvshowsace.com/2021/05/28/major-duggar-caldwell-family-drama/

roddma said...

Has anyone seen Nathan Bates and Tiffany Epstein's engagement pics? They are dancing with Carlin and Bobby. I thought they forbade dance as well as standing that close unmarried. I know if I were the older Bates kids I'd be peeved. Gillwas a bit hesitant to dance at Carlin's wedding. Both families are terrible, but at least the Duggars seemed to stick by the dance rule.

roddma said...

One more thing. I saw in the May thread where Josh's lawyer is talking about the case on Facebook. Isn't this breaking some rule, even for a very public case?

Anyhow I feel sorry for the Rebers. They, well really Mr. Reber, likely didn't know having Josh would pose a privacy risk. While the Duggars aren't likely A list famous enough for paparazzi, they are still well-known enough where people may try to catch Josh at something or get a glimpse of someone semi famous. People like the Rebers don't have barriers to keep people away and Jim B had to put up a fence already.

Poohbear717 said...

LoL my pastor makes about 70 grand and his wife about 50 grand. And they get a housing allowance. They line in a real nice house Not all pastors work for free.

Poohbear717 said...

So where are Joe and Kendra living? Seriously doubt the parents kicked those two out of a Jimbob owned home.

Poohbear717 said...

I thought Nathan was with a chick named Ester and Trace with Tiffany?

Poohbear717 said...

Press regularly stalks the Duggar compound .

Mickey2942 said...

Probably used up the Grift Card. Need to hit another church.

Zebra crossing said...

Per:" Has anyone seen Nathan Bates and Tiffany Epstein's engagement pics?" Lol. Nathan is engaged to Esther Keyes...Lawson is dating Tiffany. Also...Carlin and Bobby? Carlin's husband is Evan not Bobby...Bobby is married to Tori. Blah...hate that I know all of that! But you are right, Roddma....things are a lot looser with the younger ones than when the older ones were courting and marrying. I'm happy for that.

Size said...

Most Pastors are made some sort of salary.

Gemma said...

True Nathan Bates is engaged to Esther Keyes. Lawson is dating Tiffany E.

Still Katie. said...

Jesse Duggar’s comment about being nervous to have a hospital birth with this fourth baby after three home births shows her ignorance in light of the fact that she had excessive bleeding or maybe hemorrhaging after her first and third births. At least she’ll be under the watchful eyes and care of educated healthcare professionals.

Now that numerous Duggar kids are grown and married and racing to see who can have the most blessings, we have learned of a number of miscarriages. I wonder how they account for the miscarriages since their reason for not using birth control is that DumBob and his googly-eyed wife believe birth control pills caused her miscarriage. Statistically at least 20% of pregnancies end in miscarriage.

Poohbear717 said...

I don’t think she is being ignorant just does not like hospitals. In most states midwives can care meds needed to stop bleeding.

Mickey2942 said...

https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/josh-duggar-asks-court-move-child-pornography-trial-2022

Let's just string this out as long as possible. I wonder if the Rebers are ready for their new permanent house guest.

Sparkey said...

Poohbear I’ve never been impressed with Jessa & her inability to make intelligent decisions. She’s definitely Not the smartest Duggar or the prettiest. Jessa is self absorbed & delusional. I think she chose home births because she’s very frugal or perhaps it was Jim Bob who insisted Jessa have a home birth? Now that Jessa will have a hospital birth with baby #4 it’s better & safer for both Mom & baby.

sandi said...

From what I understand,if this continuance is granted,they won't be asking for any more time.I'm sure the Rebers will be happy come Feb.'22.Jmo

Springtime said...

I think Jessa had a home birth because Anna did, as well as Jill. She could never let anyone outshine her. Also, being nervous about a hospital birth, after needing to be rushed to a hospital, following two different deliveries is just ridiculous. If you don't survive that birth who's going to raise your blessings? If you've had home births with no problems, then fine do what you want, but you're throwing caution to the wind, if two out of three times you've had problems. I don't think Jessa is very attractive & certainly not that bright. If licensed midwives can carry meds that stop bleeding, that begs the question did she have a licensed midwife at her other birth experiences? Did she have any midwife? Did she have a midwife with Jill's credentials? Although I'm not sure exactly what Jill's status is. Perhaps certified instead of licensed? Who know with the Duggars. They tell you what they want you to know. Jessa now has both sisters & sisters-in-laws who have had hospital births. Why doesn't she discuss home verses hospital with them instead of putting out comments about how nervous she is,for the publicity she always desires?

Luke said...

Re pest Josh I hope the continuance will not be granted. Josh needs to be wearing Orange or Stripes.

Z said...

Jessa appears just too cavalier with her health & pregnancies. Again it’s the culture of Gothard & Duggar ignorance, lack of education & stupidity.

zebra crossing said...

Can you imagine the conversations going on at the Tinkertoy house?
JB&M - Josh, is this true? did you do this?
J- No way. I've been framed. Democrats are out to get us, me, pro-lifers, Christians, etc. It's pure jealousy. No one wants me to succeed. I PROMISE I AM INNOCENT. I DID NOT DO THIS. THIS WAS PLANTED BY SOMEONE WHO HAD ACCESS TO MY COMPUTER.
Jb&M- We believe you and will completely support you.
Anna- I know you are cured because you went to Christian therapy.

I mean why else would they spend so much money on experts to search the computers and other devices. He has to be saying things have been planted on there. AND the parents and wife believe him.

I also saw a video of Joy whilst she was at the dentist. She is greeted by her mom and then Josie comes in surprised to see Joy and her mom. Are the littles staying somewhere else besides with their parents? Weird stuff.

Aunt Bea said...

Considering the home birth experiences Jessa has had already, I would think she would be clammering for a hospital birth AND to be taken care of by a real OB/GYN. A caring, loving mother puts her child's safety first; not her own 'comforts'. My opinion is that Jessa is scared to death of the real world and hospitals are a part of that real world.

Lizzyb said...

Not true.For almost all states, you have to take at least a partial exam-called the state attorney portion- in each state you want to practice in once you’ve passed the Mutti- choice exam within the last 5 years. I wish it were true that we could practice in any state once we take the 1st exam but this isn’t the case.

Lizzyb said...

Bar exams are given twice per year- in February and July. Many states don’t provide the results until 2-3 months after the exam.

Melissa said...

I Think Jill had to have hospital deliveries for both children due to emergency c sections. It would be dangerous for Jill to have very many more children and certainly would need a hospital delivery. Not sure why Jessa is "nervous" about a hospital delivery either since she has been in a hospital for postpartum and complications. I agree that it may be to one-up Anna eho was FORCED to deliver all hers at home thanks to idiot Josh.

DeeLee said...

It’s clear that Jessa has always put herself first. Jessa Hs convinced herself that she’s superior above her siblings. Of course she’s uneducated & definitely delusional & ignorant.

Lock Up The Pedophiles said...

It’s not uncommon to request a delay in a trial with serious charges, in fact, almost expected. Defense attorneys need to make sure they are mounting the best defense they can and judge needs to ensure there can’t be an appeal based on lack of time to prepare a proper defense. These are extremely serious charges that may put This creep Josh away for a long time, throughout all his kids’ childhoods. All the I’d need to be dotted and t’s crossed to make sure he doesn’t get off on a technicality. Don’t get me wrong. In no way do I defend him. I was the victim if incest as a child and this pefophile makes my blood curdle. Just learned a lot about criminal prosecution working for a defense attorney.

Mickey2942 said...

The Duggars should hire a Prison consultant for Josh. He is going to have a hard time in prison.

zebra crossing said...

I think if Jessa has a boy...stats
Born: 4 July
weight: 7lbs 7 oz
length: 19 inches
name: Levi Benjamin

Girl:
5 July
7lbs 2 oz
18 inches
Holly Michelle

I'm bored!!

Believe said...

I remember when Anna gave birth the 1st time. Everything was set for Dr. Sarver(I think that was her name)a woman OB/GYN to deliver her baby. No problems whatsoever with going to a OB/GYN Dr.& having a hospital birth. Michelle also pregnant at the same time as Anna, was also being cared for by Dr. Saver. Then Anna goes into labor & the woman Dr. has the nerve to be out of town or not on call for some reason. Josh calls the Dr. for Anna & finds out no female Dr. on call. Now Anna must immediately with a great deal of influence from Josh decide on a home birth for first baby. It was a horrible delivery. They are fortunate both mom & baby survived. Michelle & a couple of daughters (not at all qualified to deliver a baby) arrived very late for the delivery, as they were in Big Sandy when Josh called to say Anna was in labor.Of course they called Ms. Theresa, who at the time only taught classes on pregnancy(questionable if she was even a midwife at that time)Nobody knows what to do at this home birth. It's disgusting to think that this man Josh who had already been involved molesting his sisters & would continue down that same road for the rest of his married life, convinced his wife that no male Dr. should be seeing his wife's private parts. A pedophile who was guarding his wife against any other male's eyes, even if this was a professional/licensed OB/GYN & delivery was going to take place in hospital. His wife & child could have died but no man was going to see Anna's privates. Look at the road this fine Christian man has traveled since his teen years.

June said...

Mickey, Re Josh & prison... Frankly I have zero sympathy for Josh. Josh should be accountable for his creepy actions. His parents doing their best to sweep Josh’s sick behavior under a rug. I am sure they are sucking up to him in an effort to convince him he is not responsible. They probably blame the Devil. Jim Bob & Michelle teach delusional behavior. This family would never recognize truth laid out before them in any form which is indicative of a Cult mindset.

Yodel said...

Of course twice Jill gave birth in a hospital as both sons were born via C Section.

Size said...

I believe that JB is panicked & fearful that Josh will be convicted. Clearly JB is behaving in reactionary mode as he now knows he is definitely Not in control. JB is not thinking logically but emotionally. I am laughing because I hope JB now realizes he will never control the decision of a Judge & a Jury. Ole creepy Gothard can’t help Josh or JB.

Mickey2942 said...

I agree. And their denial of the reality that Josh Duggar is headed to prison won't serve Josh very well. Same as stalling for more time. Seriously, all this is going to do is add money to the attorney fees.. The handwriting is on the wall for this.

zebra crossing said...

In the 17 kids and counting: Josh Gets Engaged episode, Michele says that Josh has a lot of initiative and if he set out to do something, he would get it finished. JB says he is a people person and able to communicate with others, sensitive to others and likable person. This is the episode where they tell us that Josh was called 'Little Governor' because of his charisma.
Meanwhile, Josh makes a call (on the computer) to Mr Keller to ask permission to marry Anna.

Supposedly Anna knew Josh was the one. Mr Keller is seen saying that God did a work in Josh's heart. He then gives Josh permission because he and his wife felt like he was the one.
Josh says, "I want to make it very special engagement and when I say special, I mean special." (hahahaha!)

So Josh-the Little Governor, the child of charisma, initiative and sensitivity, etc. plans this surprise birthday visit at a restaurant where Anna's parents have taken her for lunch. Wow....that sounds super special (wink)

Josh tells Mr Keller not to take her to McDonalds but someplace nice. Gators Landing. Wow. It seems Josh booked a hotel and car and is traveling by himself.

Josh's talking head talks about dating and giving pieces of your heart away. Blah Blah Blah He saves his WHOLE heart for the one God would have for him in marriage. Yeah. He never once mentions loving her or cherishing her. (sad) Eventually he does tell her he loves her. I kept waiting for it.

Then he shows up with the balloons. Anna and her mom are wearing the same pink shirt (sweet). Anna is so shocked. She can barely breathe. She can't speak. She looks terrified when her parents say they are going to go look around the restaurant, leaving her and Josh alone. Then he pops the question. Talking head he does say he loves her that he wanted to kiss her but restrained himself and only gave a romantic hug. (side hug)I just don't know what to think. This whole episode is the Josh Show. The proposal is anything but special. It is unique I guess. There are so many people walking in and out of the camera range. Basic restaurant noises. I would have to say it was awkward. Anna's body language is weird as well. She leans away from him almost cowering. Josh tells her their parents have given permission to hold hands if she doesn't mind (after he already grabs her hand). He says, "I just want to save our intimacy for marriage.


Michelle talks about how special the first kiss for wedding day is. JB says, we don't want our kids to have the same problem we did (rolls eyes). Josh brags about the ring being half a carat. Anna just says wow. over and over.
This is the beginning of the 'hand sex' There are some funny talking heads from other children. But most of it is typical pablum from the cult speak. Josh talks about purity, honesty and lasting commitment. Well, he got one of those right. Anna is still committed.
Josh says that since they only held hands before marriage that Anna can know that she can trust him.
I think Kellers were starstruck with the Duggars. Anna found a way of poverty.
You can tell the Josh is manipulative and controlling. I can see how he has abused Anna into thinking this addiction he has is her fault. I hope one day there is some documentary about children, families being on reality t.v. So interesting to watch this again knowing what we know now. It is tragic really.

Size said...

Of course Jessa is ignorant. It’s clear on camera Jessa’s lack of US history in any form, poor grammar & vocabulary speak huge Volumes!

DeeLee said...

If & when Josh’s case goes to trial will the trial be televised?

Leia said...

Don’t see ole Gothard helping Josh. Interesting. Re Josh’s latest scandal Gothard is probably MIA.

Luke said...

Dr Sarver should have been available or made arrangements with a backup plan. However old Jim Bob always sticking his nose into the lives of the married kids saw an opportunity to save the difference & I believe planted the seed of a home birth into Josh’s brain. JB in his ignorance & selfishness could care less about Mom’s health & safety re delivery of the child. JB’s message of leave & cleave has always been a bunch of BS. JB is one of the most dishonest & disgusting people yet TLC continues to film this Jerk! Michelle’s little girl voice behavior is just really bad acting & does not convince viewers of the JB & Michelle dog & pony show. Just despicable.

Gemma said...

Re the Duggar’s... Jessa is the worst one of the Duggar siblings. Always seeking needy attention. Jessa married a man with whom she can control. Jessa always disruptive during verbal conversations. Very bad manners & minimal level of intelligence.

Aunt Bea said...

Yes, "zebra crossing", that whole Josh diatribe about 'being the one', 'purity for marriage', etc was and is all 'bull hockey'. These people had and still have the nerve to speak out publicly about their fool-proof system of living. We already have seen that most of the married ones do NOT subscribe to dress/skirt wearing only, etc. It also is obvious from a medical point of view that the Duggar daughters just are not built to have mindless baby after baby. They need to quietly fade off in to the sunset and re-evaluate what they have done to their children....all 19 of them.

Mickey2942 said...

True. Anna...she had zero choice in the situation. Her father decided Josh was the "one" for her. Basically, Pa Duggar wanted Josh to have a wife (sex doll) as soon as possible. Anna was the chosen one. Pa Duggar thought once Josh had his "wife" he would be sated. And there wouldn't be any more issues from Josh (wrong).

Melissa said...

@ zebra crossing, wow that is a really good recap of engagement episode. And totally agree that it's incredibly tragic with knowing what we know now.
I also feel that Joe Duggars proposals to Kendra were very odd. the courtship one was just on the lawn of his old home property. Ok??? And then the proposal at his sister's wedding. I know that Joy and Austin really didn't seem to mind, but it doesn't seem very special for Kendra. I worry about how she's treated too, but that's a conversation for another day.
I wish I could find the very last interview on the season finale of 19 kids and counting before everything hit the fan. Not the interview with Jessa and Jill after everything was revealed but the series finale interview where all the married couples were acting weird. Anna was crying during it and blamed it on pregnancy hormones. Josh was laughing hysterically about knowing when his parents were having intercourse. It was all very odd and I couldn't believe the interviewer (someone from the today show) didn't think that was odd???? Does anyone else remember this episode?

Poohbear717 said...

How is Kendra treated badly? She has a beautiful home far nice then say Jessa’s place. She had a husband who seems to adore her. And three beautiful healthy children. Where do you assume she is mistreated? Remember Kendra grew up in a fundie family.

Abner said...

Duggar’s pseudo fool proof way of living is a Joke & a facade as is the “loyalty” song Josh sang to Anna on his wedding day. I am curious do the Duggar realize most of the Viewers & public in general have figured out they are just dishonest & not truthful that they have chosen to use God as an excuse & crutch.

Just asking said...

Now that Jessa & Ben are expecting their 4th baby & still living in the little house, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, where are they going to put the children they have always been insisting they were going to adopt? Even before they had their first child, they insisted that they would be adopting even when they had their own biological children.

Heart in Florida said...

Adoption of strangers' children goes against the Gothard teaching. If anyone still believes that rhetoric that Ben and Jessa intend to adopt any children, I'll be surprised. They will never adopt any strangers' children. If they wished to do so, they would have already done so AND provide the proper housing/space for that child or children. My opinion was that "statement" was for PR purposes only to make them seem more palatable to the general public..from where their TV show income comes from.

Poohbear717 said...

No Federal trials rarely allow airing. And with such sensitive matters like child porn it would not air.

Willow said...

Ben and Jessa need to up their game. If JB doles out the TV money, I would think Ben needs to step up. Assistant Pastor - just starting out - surely doesn't make a whole lot of money. What are they waiting for. I think Ben and Jessa both are basically pretty lazy.

Mallory said...

Though the Duggars & Bates are involves within the sick fundie cult the Bates are far progressive vs the Duggar girls. Some of the Bates girls wear pants. Several of the Bates girls & sister-in-law Whitney own a business. Several Bates girls have graduated college. Not one of the Duggar girl’s own a business or have graduated college. It’s doubtful some of the Duggar girls have earned a GED? Although both JB & Gil are task masters on the surface Gil appears more intelligent & cares about his wife & family. Gil appears to be more approachable vs JB who is just despicable.

Anonymous said...

Just read the Counting On has been canceled. All
I can say is, about freaking time. Supposedly so “they can deal with Joshie’s situation in private”. That whole family is a bunch of pathetic hypocrites starting with JB and his brainwashed wife.

Anne G said...

Counting On has been cancelled!

https://people.com/tv/counting-on-canceled-at-tlc/

Lizzyb said...

Looks like TLC has finally decided to end this series after 11 seasons. Pretty sure Jesse will be the only one upset. The rest seem to have moved on with their own lives.

Mickey2942 said...

https://etcanada.com/news/796838/tlc-cancels-counting-on-as-judge-delays-josh-duggars-child-porn-trial-to-fall/

Mickey2942 said...

https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/josh-duggar-child-pornography-trial-pushed-november-2021

I hope that the Rebers are excited about Josh Duggar as a long term guest.

Mickey2942 said...

Wouldn't surprise me if they get a larger house to qualify as "foster parents". That can be an excellent source of cash without working.

Mickey2942 said...

Looks like a lot of them better think about jobs.

Sparkey said...

Litzzyb I hope this news about TLC finally deciding to Dump the Duggar’s is valid. This is cause for a celebration! Re Jessa no one cares if she’s upset. Guess Jessa must find another way to fulfill her need for constant attention. Yeah!

Mickey2942 said...

https://people.com/tv/pregnant-jessa-duggar-embarks-family-camping-trip-during-3rd-trimester/

I can't understand why this is considered "news". And I will never understand why someone who has no education, married to a man without a job, is happy about being pregnant with her 4th child.

Size said...

This is fantastic news. These last seasons there was nothing interesting about the Duggar’s just some weddings & the show’s focus was all about continuous pregnancies. Just too repetitive & boring! So this is revenue from TLC that ole Jim Bob will not benefit. Oh my will JB & Michelle do?

Yodel said...

I can understand. Jessa is desperate for attention. I think she became pregnant with #4 to appease JB as she constantly seeks to be the favorite Duggar daughter.

Luke said...

Mickey, Re the Duggar boys & jobs. Other than John David to the best of my knowledge the remaining Duggar boys are not trained or skilled in any trade. So will ole JB find employment for his sons? Or will the Duggar boys work for JB?

Yodel said...

Ben & Jessa are definitely lazy. Jessa more so vs Ben. At least Ben has some college education. Perhaps Ben could find work as a teachers assistant. With the cancellation of Counting On perhaps this reality will motivate Ben to complete his college degree?

DeeLee said...

Ben & Jessa need to Grow Up!!

Just Asking said...

RE: Heart in Florida's comment that adopting a strangers child is against Gothard teachings. I absolutely agree that was purely a PR statement. My comment was strictly sarcastic, as Ben & Jessa were still taking about adopting in 2020 when they had 3 biological children. They also had a miscarriage & then announced another pregnancy in Feb 2021.