tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6925412444274057427.post7514554319062229533..comments2024-03-29T01:58:27.764-05:00Comments on Duggar Family Blog: Duggar Updates | Duggar Pictures | Jim Bob and Michelle | Counting On | 19 Kids: Duggar Courtship NewsLily and Elliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00941253435533935093noreply@blogger.comBlogger203125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6925412444274057427.post-17075254943529113672018-01-28T07:20:55.679-06:002018-01-28T07:20:55.679-06:00she looks like the duggars sistersshe looks like the duggars sistersAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6925412444274057427.post-70936655513153521882018-01-27T14:59:26.968-06:002018-01-27T14:59:26.968-06:00We have four teen girls all of who have high stand...We have four teen girls all of who have high standards and good morals. They are all committed to saving themselves for marriage and each have individual goals for themselves when it comes to dating. But the way this family as well as others that do it this way all seems so structured and unnatural. Just watching them talk about it is awkward to watch. I believe duggars have a good family and they are we'll intended. But all this just doesn't seem to flow in a natural way and seems so extreme. I know these kids are just being obedient and they wouldn't consider another way because of that. But I can speak as a grown adult that there are many ways to remain true to yourself and God as well as the ones you love without making these strange plans/rules. It may work for some kids but I can see how that style can later lead to regrets and resentment as well as rebellion in some adult children. I've often felt bad for Josh. Too many restrictions and rules as well as guilt can lead many teen boys to act out. My husband watched a few of duggars episode with me and said wow they are really extreme. It reminded him a bit of his own up bringing. He said it worked for me and one if my sisters but several of the siblings struggle now as adults. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6925412444274057427.post-91705855854805211552018-01-27T10:30:44.544-06:002018-01-27T10:30:44.544-06:00@10:04. You are the one misguided. Once you are an...@10:04. You are the one misguided. Once you are an adult, parental approval is nice to have but it is not key and legally, not required. Not every parent is wise and can look at the situation without religious and racial basis. Parents are not always right!<br /><br />I know a few couples whose parents disapprove of their marriages and made life difficult got the couples. Years later,the parents have admitted they were wrong and are now trying to repair the damage they caused.<br /><br />Parents are suppose to bring up thoughtful, independent adults. Once they are adults, you can offer advice and guidance but it is the adult children's life, not the parents'. That is why it is important that young people, both male and female, work for awhile, support themselves and meet people. They should for adults for awhile before getting married. Parents should not overly shelter their children. That stunts growth.<br /><br />My daughter married last summer. It was her decision solely. We are happy for her and welcome a new son-in-law into our family. We trust her and her upbringing.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6925412444274057427.post-27696727659619114042018-01-27T08:12:25.551-06:002018-01-27T08:12:25.551-06:00Two royal weddings? I must have missed something.Two royal weddings? I must have missed something.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6925412444274057427.post-16741663198399891272018-01-26T22:04:00.865-06:002018-01-26T22:04:00.865-06:0011:57... you are very misguided. Regardless of age...11:57... you are very misguided. Regardless of age a parents blessing on a potential marriage is absolutely key.. now that’s not to say all children will listen to parental advice but it is imperative that a parents perspective is given and a blessing bestowed Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6925412444274057427.post-48732855606786270292018-01-26T14:28:29.446-06:002018-01-26T14:28:29.446-06:0011:57 you must be kidding. No good parent gives u...11:57 you must be kidding. No good parent gives up guiding a child once midnight strikes on their 18th birthday. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6925412444274057427.post-72351661307107398242018-01-26T12:48:36.310-06:002018-01-26T12:48:36.310-06:004:47, I agree that we need those who are willing t...4:47, I agree that we need those who are willing to get those type of degrees such as doctors, nurses, engineers, teachers, and lawyers. And I would be thrilled if a Duggar decided to do something like that. <br /><br />Though you don't know anyone who went to college who came out with a useless degree or lived it up at college, I personally know probably twenty or so of my own classmates (in college) who have spent close to ten years getting a associates degree because they were too busy goofing around. And then you have degrees like "Bowling Industry and Management" and puppetry and a thousand other degrees that while they may be "fun," are so much less likely to pay well enough to actually support themselves or a family. <br /><br />My point was, though of course, it would be wonderful if they went and got a college degree, I'd rather see them do what they're doing: marry and support a family at a young age, than what many other young people do at their age: either goof around at college at a frat house, or get a degree that may look good on paper but serves no purpose other than as decoration on their wall or an extra line on their resume. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6925412444274057427.post-78083852662645542352018-01-26T11:57:32.203-06:002018-01-26T11:57:32.203-06:00What I find "odd" is someone feeling tha...What I find "odd" is someone feeling that they have the right to control their 18-year old's life. They are an adult, it is their choice who they court or date. How wonderful to do it with your parents' blessing, but at the end of the day...once they are 18, it's not your call. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6925412444274057427.post-39681765038654760892018-01-26T10:37:01.297-06:002018-01-26T10:37:01.297-06:001:08, it's the difference in how they're r...1:08, it's the difference in how they're raised.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6925412444274057427.post-63662515910588767032018-01-26T10:20:56.369-06:002018-01-26T10:20:56.369-06:00Unless she and Ben have decided to hold off having...Unless she and Ben have decided to hold off having a bio baby for now so they can start the adoption process.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6925412444274057427.post-66473125243631843242018-01-26T10:07:59.435-06:002018-01-26T10:07:59.435-06:00@6:50. Why are you assuming that many couples are ...@6:50. Why are you assuming that many couples are miserable. I know many happy marriages of +30 years. They all married in their mid to late 20s and early 30s. I cannot say the same for those I know who married young and had children. Those I know did not make it past +20 yearsAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6925412444274057427.post-43139510540535252322018-01-26T09:19:32.166-06:002018-01-26T09:19:32.166-06:00Pull the time bar at the bottom ahead a little to ...Pull the time bar at the bottom ahead a little to get it over that frozen hump. The videos usually resume then. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6925412444274057427.post-29685604502124335962018-01-26T08:38:56.386-06:002018-01-26T08:38:56.386-06:00Yes, 11:33, I do watch the show, but I haven't...Yes, 11:33, I do watch the show, but I haven't seen Josiah at work or heard about him doing a particular job in a while. They haven't really focused on showing the guys' jobs in a long time. It's been about the weddings, outdoor adventures, etc. The last things I remember seeing on the show were helping Austin with their new house and showing Ben's rapper friend how to use their big equipment.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6925412444274057427.post-77094812858299934952018-01-26T05:06:56.407-06:002018-01-26T05:06:56.407-06:00Josiah and Lauren Congratulations! I cannot wait t...Josiah and Lauren Congratulations! I cannot wait to watch the courtship on TV you"re a great couple. Lauren is a beautiful girl. I cannot wait until the engagement. Natasha B.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6925412444274057427.post-30960758779960362152018-01-26T01:11:34.657-06:002018-01-26T01:11:34.657-06:00To 10:27, no, you are not the only one, and yes, i...To 10:27, no, you are not the only one, and yes, it is frustrating.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6925412444274057427.post-71543850199801300772018-01-25T23:33:14.221-06:002018-01-25T23:33:14.221-06:00Do you watch the show? They take care of commerci...Do you watch the show? They take care of commercial properties and rental properties that they own. They buy and fix up cars and sell them. They flip houses. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6925412444274057427.post-23530964369684354592018-01-25T23:27:33.974-06:002018-01-25T23:27:33.974-06:006:50. My husband and I have been married over 25 y...6:50. My husband and I have been married over 25 years. We have had people accuse us of putting on a front (projecting an image), but they find out after a while that we are still so much in love. We aren’t acting. Some people make the choice everyday to love their spouse, be kind to them, take kindly about them, and be affectionate. Just because so many couples seem to be miserable, doesn’t mean that everyone is. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6925412444274057427.post-2306973597956907792018-01-25T23:16:48.266-06:002018-01-25T23:16:48.266-06:00Four years apart is nothing. Besides they don’t da...Four years apart is nothing. Besides they don’t date. They always have chaperones with them, so what is the problem with that? He isn’t courting a child. She is an adult who has parental permission. I don’t know how that could give off the wrong impression. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6925412444274057427.post-73908664331988511352018-01-25T20:45:23.400-06:002018-01-25T20:45:23.400-06:00Congratulations! Two both of you. Praying you both...Congratulations! Two both of you. Praying you both have a wonderful life and that God's will will be done for you. Jessa should be announcing Baby number 3 before to long.Naomi Thompsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00189401566041120715noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6925412444274057427.post-13887238197706906282018-01-25T19:57:29.226-06:002018-01-25T19:57:29.226-06:00Unless he's Austin- Then he wakes up one morni...Unless he's Austin- Then he wakes up one morning, plants his feet on the floor and says,"Why not Joy?". ;)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6925412444274057427.post-38640930429782053122018-01-25T19:01:21.444-06:002018-01-25T19:01:21.444-06:00My video will play for a few seconds, the picture ...My video will play for a few seconds, the picture will freeze but they keep talking...JaneAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6925412444274057427.post-63615823259981963072018-01-25T18:34:00.514-06:002018-01-25T18:34:00.514-06:00I would think she'd wish to consider her paren...I would think she'd wish to consider her parents opinion at least. More than a bunch of his excited siblings. Josiah said Lauren was a tender hearted girl, so maybe saying no to him in front of a group would be hard for her. The situation should not be persuasive. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6925412444274057427.post-82850568859779878302018-01-25T16:47:50.014-06:002018-01-25T16:47:50.014-06:00I don't know anyone who went to college or had...I don't know anyone who went to college or had their kids go to college for a "useless" degree while they "lived it up." It would be best if most or all 18 year olds went to college or got some sort of higher education or training past high school. The world is going to need that generation of doctors, nurses, engineers, teachers, lawyers, etc. I don't know where those will come from if nobody is willing to apply themselves and go to college, even if it means a debt later. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6925412444274057427.post-74469492038082954562018-01-25T16:41:38.785-06:002018-01-25T16:41:38.785-06:00Actually, one guy woke up one morning and said, &q...Actually, one guy woke up one morning and said, "Hmmm, what about Joy?"Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6925412444274057427.post-1779077374392826732018-01-25T16:39:13.446-06:002018-01-25T16:39:13.446-06:00Isn't it odd how ALL these 18 year old girls a...Isn't it odd how ALL these 18 year old girls are mature, when others that age aren't?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com