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Multiple Blessings: Surviving to Thriving with Twins and Sextuplets
Eight children in three years? Impossible!Kate and Jon Gosselin have learned that, through God, all things are possible---though sometimes slightly improbable.Just three years after giving birth to twin daughters, Kate and Jon learned they were pregnant again---with sextuplets. In Multiple Blessings, Kate candidly chronicles the emotional and exhausting challenges she and...more
Hardcover, 201 pages
Published
October 7th 2008
by Zondervan
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The Gosselins have always fascinated me, largely because of their TV show. What other family would allow a TV crew to add to the chaos of 8 children, basically all around the same age? From watching the show, you get the impression that the Gosselins live a life of trips, presents and special events, thanks largely to their six four-year-old moppets - and you learn to wince whenever Kate calls out to Jon in a public setting. I've never quite seen someone as anal and controlling as Kate - but per...more
First things first, let me just say that I just love the Gosselins. "Jon & Kate Plus 8" is a great program, and I am so very glad that Kate decided to write this book (with the help of Beth Carson). The book provides an in-depth look at what life has been like for Jon & Kate since the day the met - and after following the timeline set forth by the authors, it's very easy to see why they feel that God has been guiding them along their way to the ultimate plans that He had for them.
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I really love watching "Jon and Kate plus 8" on TLC, but thought this book was just one step up from terrible.
The book is just short of 200 pages, and about 180 of those pages mention god at least once. Each chapter has a bible quote on the top of the page. The entire book seems to be about Kate's relationship with god, often asking "why me?" and then coming up with some reason or bible quote to explain how god is showing her strength, blah, blah, blah.
I knew before reading this book that it was...more
The book is just short of 200 pages, and about 180 of those pages mention god at least once. Each chapter has a bible quote on the top of the page. The entire book seems to be about Kate's relationship with god, often asking "why me?" and then coming up with some reason or bible quote to explain how god is showing her strength, blah, blah, blah.
I knew before reading this book that it was...more
I tried. I really did try to take this book at face value and leave out any preconceived notions I had because of what I've observed of this family on TV. But halfway through the book, it became clear that the same somewhat self-centered, ungrateful, negative woman I've seen on TV was apparent in the book. Though much of the book was written to acknowledge all the help the family had received, her constant criticisms of everyone and her "woe is me" attitude really disappointed me. In addition to...more
This was a very quick and interesting read. I tivo their show, and watch it with my kids. We all love the Gosselins, so I was interested to get some insight into life before they started the tv show. I am so impressed by her and her husband. They were so young, and faced some pretty big trials - and looked to God the whole way to find their way through. I loved her chosen quoted scriptures, and found myself more and more impressed by her! Would recommend it to anyone wanting a quick, upbeat read...more
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Ok, I went into this with as open a mind as I could. The writing and the story itself was decent. It went quickly and kept my attention.
On a personal note though, it sort of ticked me off. The Gosselins lived right around the corner from me up until they basically moved during the night without telling one a few months ago. I didn't think the narration made Kate any more likeable. The show makes her come across as a bit hard, and readin...more
Ok, I went into this with as open a mind as I could. The writing and the story itself was decent. It went quickly and kept my attention.
On a personal note though, it sort of ticked me off. The Gosselins lived right around the corner from me up until they basically moved during the night without telling one a few months ago. I didn't think the narration made Kate any more likeable. The show makes her come across as a bit hard, and readin...more
I love the show, period. But I've heard some negative commentary about Kate, so I decided to read the book to see if I could understand her and their situation a little better. I'm not going to lie, this book touched my heart and made me want to try a little harder each day to be a little more like her.
She very well knows that she can sometimes get in trouble with her mouth and I think it's awesome that she is so honest about their life and their situation. I've always wanted twins and admired...more
She very well knows that she can sometimes get in trouble with her mouth and I think it's awesome that she is so honest about their life and their situation. I've always wanted twins and admired...more
Jul 22, 2008
Leslie
marked it as to-read
SOOOOO excited about this one! I love the show (I have them all on my DVR) and I think these kids are the cutest EVER!
The Gosselins’ TV show, Jon & Kate Plus 8, has always fascinated me for some reason. Maybe it’s the idea of raising 8 young children all at once and watching the chaos from the comfort of my own home. Maybe it’s the thought of what Kate will start to grump about this week. Whatever the appeal is to me, I checked out this book right when it came out. The book fills in what happened before the TV show began; the conception, birth, and the first year of life for the sextuplets. But more than th...more
I'd only seen the Jon & Kate Plus 8 show once, but was intrigued, so I picked up the book. After reading it, I decided to watch a few shows. Now that I've seen about 4 shows total, the one thing I noticed is that the show vs. the book is like reading about two different families. On nearly every page of the book Kate talks about her faith in God. This doesn't bug me, as I'm a Christian too, but those who follow her show and aren't aware of the Gosselin's deep faith in God will be surprised u...more
Admittedly, I am not a television watcher. While I am aware of the Jon & Kate show, I think I have only watched one complete episode, and clips here and there. I have seen a great deal of criticism leveled at Kate Gosselin for her obsessive/anal organization and perceived criticism of her husband. I read the book out of curiosity and I'm glad I did.
I liked it. Kate is a strong, straight-forward person. She's honest and frank about their life. The book begins with their marriage and quickly m...more
I liked it. Kate is a strong, straight-forward person. She's honest and frank about their life. The book begins with their marriage and quickly m...more
Since I am not a very religious person I did not enjoy this book. It was more about God then about the Gosselin's lives. What I love so much about the show is Kate's dry wit and humor, but none of that was present in this preachy, boring book. I wanted to know more about Kate and Jon's lives prior to their children and the book only offers minor details about that. Instead it delves into way too many details about only the birth of the sextuplets. The twins were hardly devoted any time in this b...more
After reading this book, I realized this - the ONLY reason I watch the show is to see those adorable children. I could care less about Kate - she is disrepectful towards Jon on the show, and even in the book.
Most of what is talked about in this book I've already known, because I watch the show. I did find it weird that Kate constantly talked about religion in the book, yet that is never brought up on the tv show. Same goes for the constant mention of her family. I had to push myself to finish t...more
Most of what is talked about in this book I've already known, because I watch the show. I did find it weird that Kate constantly talked about religion in the book, yet that is never brought up on the tv show. Same goes for the constant mention of her family. I had to push myself to finish t...more
My husband gave me this book for Valentine's Day and I had it finished in 2 days! This was an amazing book and should be read by every Christian Mom. It made me realize I don't have it so bad with 3 kids. Geesh! Jon and Kate had a real test of their faith in God, their faith in their marriage and their strength. I look at them in a whole new light after reading this book. I am jealous of how strongly Kate put her faith and trust in God and just relied on Him to bring them through. I could learn...more
I enjoyed this book, although I have never watched the tv series or actually even heard of it until several months ago. The Gosselin's were and are truly blessed. Gosh and to think it gets crazy at my house with two children under the age of 4. I can't imagine what theirs is like.
From reading I could tell Kate definitely depended on prayer and faith to get through pregnancy, child birth, child rearing and the "stuff" thrown at her along the way.
From reading I could tell Kate definitely depended on prayer and faith to get through pregnancy, child birth, child rearing and the "stuff" thrown at her along the way.
I read this book because I love the reality show Jon and Kate plus 8. I decided to read Kate and Jon's journey and how they ended up getting a reality show. At the beginning is when Kate and Jon meet and then get married. I then tells about how they struggle to have kids and finally have twin girls Cara and Mady. After a year Kate wanted another kid, but what she didn't know was that instead of getting 1, she got 6. This book tells of the details of Jon and Kate's hard struggle to start a family...more
I guess everyone knows my obsession with Jon & Kate by now, so my reading this book should come as no surprise. It was a very easy read. I wondered if the book would reveal anything the show already hadn't... and, for me it did. Reading what Kate went through physically (and mentally) to have six babies at once was pretty amazing. It was also interesting to hear how much help they had at the beginning. And, believe it or not, Kate comes across even more anal and obsessive than she does in th...more
Aug 04, 2011
Jason
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This book recounts the story of Jon and Kate meeting, getting married and finally having kids and ending right when they moved into their 2nd house (the 2nd documentary that spun off into the TV servies). The book says it is authored by Jon and Kate Gosselin (and Beth Carson), but it's written solely from the point of view of Kate. I bet it reads happier if read BEFORE the divorce announcement, but ultimately it's hard to shake the notion that this is probably some of the happiest moments of the...more
Hmmm, this is a tough one to review. I have seen this family's show on TLC and was floored at how religious and preachy a life they live. The Gosselin's religious beliefs are not apparent whatsoever in "Jon & Kate +8." However, the book seems to be one big testimonial of their faith and reliance on God. Kate makes no bones about the fact that after "her God" Jon comes first and then her children. Her family serves the Lord and she wants you to know about it. Here's the rub though- her testim...more
I was really looking forward to reading this book. I love the show (though I'm not a regular watcher), and was disturbed by how many people only focus on Kate being bossy or grouchy. I have, many times, thought about how easy it is, judging her from home where the viewer is not struggling through her life, to view her negatively.
Since I am the mom of six fairly close together children (though, thankfully, no where near as severe as Kate's situation!), I often find myself feeling very sympathetic...more
Since I am the mom of six fairly close together children (though, thankfully, no where near as severe as Kate's situation!), I often find myself feeling very sympathetic...more
I watch Jon and Kate + Eight on TLC and think they are a wonderful family. While I have no kids of my own, nor plans for in the future, I really like and admire this family. I appreciate the love and care that Kate and Jon give their kids. You can tell how much they care about the people their children will become and that is awesome. This book is Kate's personal journey through the birth and first years of the sextuplets. While I am not a very religious person, I do respect and admire personal...more
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The writing in this book will not be winning any awards (in the first fifty pages I thought I would scream if I read the words "pint sized" one more time!!!!) but I gave it four stars for emotional content. Page after page I read my own thoughts and feelings. I am obviously not a mother of sextuplets - THANK GOODNESS!!! But, I did relate whole heartedly to her monthly dissapointment at not being pregnant. I can relate to the emotions of having my second round of fertility drugs be successful. Se...more
I read this book back in '08, before the Gosselin divorce. At the time, I liked the book and found it to be a touching story of a family's persistence to stick together and thrive, no matter what it took. Especially cute were some of the personal stories, like one I can recall about how they decided to name their kids.
Fast forward 3 years. I haven't watched the trainwreck of a show in at least couple of years. I can't pretend to know what it's like to raise multiples, and know I'd have a hard ti...more
Fast forward 3 years. I haven't watched the trainwreck of a show in at least couple of years. I can't pretend to know what it's like to raise multiples, and know I'd have a hard ti...more
Let me preface my review by stating that I had been a fan of the show since before it started, beginning with TLC's one-hour special on the Gosselin family.
The book was an extremely easy read (I got through it in an hour and a half), but contained virtually no information that hasn't been covered in the television special or the show. This fact made the book a tiny bit boring, in my opinion. It was easy to get through, because of the flow of the writing, but it was very much like reading a well-...more
The book was an extremely easy read (I got through it in an hour and a half), but contained virtually no information that hasn't been covered in the television special or the show. This fact made the book a tiny bit boring, in my opinion. It was easy to get through, because of the flow of the writing, but it was very much like reading a well-...more
At the time, when I got this book and they seemed at the peak of their popularity and, for the most part, good reputation, I loved it. It was honest and it wasn't all pretty, but it was real and as I really, really, really loved the show and watching the kids (who are amazing) grow up, hearing the story behind their birth was great.
Now, my respect is gone. Reading through it again, after their divorce, hearing her descriptions of her "cheerleader" and "best friend" Jon, and all the times she was...more
Now, my respect is gone. Reading through it again, after their divorce, hearing her descriptions of her "cheerleader" and "best friend" Jon, and all the times she was...more
I've been reading some "heavy" books lately and needed something easy and light. I grabbed this while checking out at the library. After all, I keep hearing people talk about these Jon and Kate people and since I don't watch much TV, I had NO idea who they were.
A light and easy read it was. I think it took me about two hours? I don't know that I could handle six kids that came in the traditional way (one at a time) and I KNOW I couldn't handle six all at once. Some readers complained about the...more
A light and easy read it was. I think it took me about two hours? I don't know that I could handle six kids that came in the traditional way (one at a time) and I KNOW I couldn't handle six all at once. Some readers complained about the...more
Fast read. I enjoyed the faith statements, relying on God, etc. At one point Kate writes about how she always dressed her twins up. Everyone had to match and look just perfect. Maybe I was dreamming but I thought I was reading how after the sextuplets were born she realized that everyone being a live and healthy was more important than looks. The next paragraph states what starts out as a small blessing. Kate did not have a leaving the hospital outfit. Another mom was given a baby dress but she...more
Though I generally shy away from books "written" by celeb types, as a fan of the Jon and Kate + 8 television series my curiosity was piqued. I was pleasantly surprised at both the quality of writing and the fact that my interest was maintained. Kate's voice comes through loud and clear and I appreciated her detailed account of the struggles and triumphs associated with her unique pregnancy. Of course, the photographs of smiling children, including my beloved Aaden didn't hurt!
Aug 03, 2011
Krysti
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This was a really good book. I have seen Jon and Kate Plus 8 the TV show, but this book was a nice peek at some things only hinted at in the show sometimes. This family is a God loving one and I was pleasantly surprised to read that the couple depended on God in their everyday life.
I cannot imagine finding out there are 6 babies in your tummy! Then to carry them...trying as long as possible to stay strong and resist labor...then when the babies come to wait for them to be completely healthy and...more
I cannot imagine finding out there are 6 babies in your tummy! Then to carry them...trying as long as possible to stay strong and resist labor...then when the babies come to wait for them to be completely healthy and...more
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Jonathan Keith Gosselin is an American television personality. He is best known for being featured on the American reality TV show Jon & Kate Plus 8, on which he appears with his wife, Kate, and their eight children.
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