(Sigh)
Hmm, okay, where to start.....
I'm not sure what I expected to read when I got this book. I just know that what I read was not quite what I expected. I love the TV show and I suppose I was expecting to love this book as well. Perhaps it was too much "all about Kate" and not so much about the kids? I don't know, I can't quite put my finger on it.
I wanted to read this book because I am a big fan of the show. There are a lot of people who criticize this family and Kate's style. But, I never had any problem with her. I admire her organization skills. I also love how she tries to start traditions for and make each holiday special. And sure, she snaps sometimes, but so do I. I just don't have cameras following me around.
One thing that I can articulate (about as well as I can articulate anything) is that it was a bit to preach-y-ish for me. If I wanted that I would go to church more often than I do know.
I also don't agree with the decisions that were made and the approach that was taken with volunteers. But, it is not my life so who am I to judge her. I just believe that I would have made different choices. I am not saying they made the wrong decisions. I cannot imagine being in their shoes. I just feel for the kids and how those decisions will impact their lives.
I suppose what I said at the beginning probably sums things up (which made the rest pointless?). I did not expect the book to be an outlet for Kate to explain herself and justify their choices. I was looking for more about the kids and less about Kate. Make sense? I did learn more about their story and I am sure there are people out there who would love to read this background info. I was left with a bit of a bad taste in my mouth.
Am I sorry I read the book? No. It just opened my eyes a bit more. I will still watch the show because I love watching all the kids. Also, I like looking for new ideas for projects, organization tips and other things I can do with my own kids. Perhaps she should move to a book on those topics?
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