Jon and Kate Plus Eight - You Ask, Kate Answers

In an hour long viewer question show. She's screened a few questions, but she is willing to answer any or all reasonable questions. Any she doesn't like will be tossed.

Q: What happened to the dogs?

A: Since there is a lot of stress and Kate's not around enough she decided to give the dogs back to the breeders. It was the hardest for the kids, but the kids needed care. She hopes that the dogs can come back.

Q: Do you regret renewing vows in Hawaii?

A: Kate doesn't, because she meant it at the time. It was her life and it was something she wished to do. She feels bad because the kids will question her vows.

Q: Have you thought of going back to Nursing?

A: Kate thinks of Nursing as her backup career. If she can get her credit hours, she can renew her license.

Q: What will future holidays look like?

A: Kate doesn't know yet. She hopes that both she and Jon can work together, but she wants to make sure that the kids feel normal about the holiday situations.

Q: How much sleep

A: Kate gets an average of four to five hours. She knows that it's not enough.

Q: Do you ever flip out?

A: Kate scoffs at the question because she flips out a lot. She thinks that it's because of stress that she defers her flip outs. She's trying to get to the root of the matter with patience.

Q: Whats the worst tabloid attack Kate has gotten? Has she read any magazines about her?

A: Kate thinks there are too many stories, but she finds the affair stories to be ridiculous. She would find it hurtful even if it's not true. One photo frame could create any story for money.

Q: Do the kids know they are famous?

A: Kate doesn't like the word "fame." The kids realize that they don't have a normal life, but since Kate doesn't make a big deal about it, the kids react better. Kate has taught her children how to respond about the show by kindly thanking the person and asking not to talk about the subject. Kate thinks that it's all about life lessons that will shape her children.

Q: What places aren't allowed on camera?

A: Only the kid's bedrooms and the master bedroom are off limits.

Q: Describe your hairstyle.

A: Kate thinks her hairstyle evolved. She started off with shorter hair and eventually highlights came in. Her current hairdresser suggested that she grow out her hair to what it currently is to get rid of spikes in her hair, but Kate likes some spike to show her edge. She's already considering what to do with her hair.

Q: What was your reaction to the Halloween Wig?

A: Kate found out from TLC's public relations that it was one of the most popular wigs. Kate gets no proceeds and her name doesn't show up. She managed to hang on to one for future amusement. She laughs at the idea for the Jon & Kate Halloween costumes.

Q: How do you wear heels all the time?

A: Kate thinks that she's just adjusted to wearing heels, she doesn't feel dressed without heels on. She just loves wearing heels and hopes to wear the New York heel marathon. The producers remind her that she's worn heels with motorcycles, dogs, and hot air balloons. She thinks that height makes one look thinner.

Q: Do You Think You'll Remarry?

A: Kate doesn't think it's a timely question, but she doesn't know. She thinks that alone-ness is lonely. She has a big criteria for the potential partner.

Q: Do you have any house help?

A: Kate has a full time babysitter, a cleaner, and yard-workers. She thinks that it's all about safety at the moment. The eight kids can create a ruckus that needs two parents to handle. At the moment she needs the help.

Q: Can the kids go and play at friends houses and vice versa?

A: The kids are allowed to visit friends and attend after school sports.

Q: What was Kate's reaction on her first book tour?

A: She's not used to the set of people who would wait for Kate. Kate thinks that there a handful of people she would wait for (including Patrick Dempsey and Julia Roberts), but eight hours feels too long for her.

Q: What do you think are the kids' favorite experiences?

A: Kate thinks that there are so many. She's happy that her children get to go to meet different people and go to different places. She notes Hawaii was a big trip for how the kids could survive a long distance on an airplane. The boys still talk about Wyoming and being cowboys. Mady and Cara liked when Emeril visited. The girls were excited whenever they got to see animals whether it was butterflies or alligators. She can't pick out one experience for each.

Q: Is there money saved for the kids' education?

A: There is a fund for the kids that will not be touched. They have an old video with a financial planner that explained that the kids would get some of the parents' Social Security and money after college. Kate never thought that the show would be their main form of money.

Q: Why does Kate eat organically?

A: Kate has read studies that it's all about hype, but she knows that the antibiotics and pesticides aren't motivators to eat non-organic. She'd prefer not having that in her food.

Q: What makes you fashionable?

A: Kate talks about how five seasons ago, the clothes were all about comfort. It was all about constant care. With the children being older, Kate doesn't think that she needs sweats. Now Kate also has many business meetings so she can't just wear any clothes. She thinks that teaching kids that looking nice is a reflection on self.

Q: Do you have the same crew?

A: There is a base crew, but the combination is different. They mention people like Scott, the cameraman, and Clark, the PA. Kate mentions how the trust and safety continues with the crew. She likes how the crew doesn't communicate with outsiders. Mike, the sound man and Alex, the audio guy, get a lot of credit for dealing with screaming children. They also mention Danny, another PA, who rides around in a go-kart with Cara.

Q: Are you still a coupon clipper?

A: Kate still uses coupons, it's in her nature. She thinks it's still a good skill set to have.

Q: Would you ever move to the beach?

A: Kate thinks that the current house is the kid's house. Kate loves the beach and warm weather.

Q: How do you stay motivated?

A: Kate has high standards and it keeps her motivated. She wants to get everything done and is harder on herself. Kate does run out of energy once in a while.

Q: Does she have any future career goals?

A: Kate wants to transition to doing more TV, movies, or even voice acting.

Q: How do the kids deal with homework?

A: The little kids only have craft projects, so there is a lot of sorting. They have to sort backpacks and lunchboxes. Kate misses summer already.

Q: Is organization and cleanliness a problem?

A: Kate is a little scared that she's getting more messy. She's forgetting to put things in the right place and is loosing items. She thinks that the organization is a safe haven for her to tackle.

Q: Where do you see yourself in 10 years?

A: Kate has stopped projecting, but she hopes to see her kids happy and healthy. She hopes that her TV career continues. The twins would be in college.

Q: What are the kids career projections?

A: Kate thinks that Cara is still going to be a good teacher. Mady should be a president or CEO of a company. Alexis can be a vet, because of her love of animals. Hannah would be in caring for people. Aaden may also be with animals, or be a professor. Collin should be an architect or engineer because of his precision. Leah is just going to be the smallest. Joel might make a good model. The kids may shock her, but she will be happy in what they choose.

Q: Are there any show misconceptions?

A: There is a reality to the show. The events are planned but not staged. The kids are on the show because it's safe to do so. The show has provided positive energy for the kids and will miss the show if it doesn't return in the future.