I think Kate should realize she MOSTLY been through the worst of things that JOn dished out and she should stand firm and hopefully see, she CAN do it on her own. All I can say about Jon is too little, too late. He wants his cake and eat it too! Shoulda thought about that B4. If was was SOOO Miserable, he could have "stopped being so passive" PRIOR and addressed Kate. Instead, well we all know what he did. Enough said.

LOL he has literally screwed himself out of a job and is now trying to get back in!

Exactly. He was the gravy train running away without him.

Seriously this guy is a SKEEEZZZZ... it's clear that he's lobbying for the $ now that the show's been renamed. Sickening airing of HIS dirty laundry. He's an immature creep and I question his ability to even have minimal custody of his kids when he's more interested in panty showing bong loving sleazy women.

You are absolutely right, Susan! This is the same guy who, just a couple of weeks ago, had no problem saying he "despises" Kate to a national audience (including his kids), but as soon as his name is taken off the show, he's sorry and wants to "regain control of his family"? The only thing he wants control of is the bank account. What a loser.

No, he said he doesn't want any more of the show. However, he knows that Kate is getting deals and shows and he wants to make sure he gets a cut of that. If the divorce went thru as planned, he wouldn't get a cut of what she's about to make as it would no longer be a part of what they earned as a married couple. I just know he's up to something. His thoughts haven't been with those kids all along. He wanted out and wanted to "get on with my life."

I hated Kate when I first started watching the show. She was constantly putting Jon down and treating him like a child making demands rather than speaking to him as a human being. She also was self-centered to a degree. I stopped watching the show during their split but caught it the other night and I see a totally different Kate now. She seems more calm and caring and not so self-centered or constantly patting herself on the back. She was soft-spoken to the kids and played with them and treated them with kindness and respect. The jury is still out as to whether this was an "act" or perhaps she is a better person now that she is no longer with Jon. Sometimes people turn into someone they are not due to the stress and path their lives take. Sometimes two people are better people apart than together. The future should be interesting.

this really isn't a reply to you. I just wanted to say "get control of his family???" when did he have control.

He's actually realized what is best for his family and that he's made a big mistake. But he's not the only one focusing on the wrong things. I pray that both of them focus on their faith and their family. Things can and will get better if they remain committed and faithful to each other. God can heal all pain and everything is possible with Him. Focus, on your faith and your family, Jon and Kate. God Bless.

This was my first thought as well. What a real loser and joke he is. It will be nice not to have to see his face as much. Those poor children.

I think the two of them are both an insult to parenthood. Since when do you make a living off of your children. I grew up knowing lots of families that were very large (11 children) and up and they did not exploit there children to gain income. No, they did it the old fashioned way-- they worked. Sometimes two jobs at a time. These children that I knew, did not grow up with everything but they grew up close. I really think Jon and Kate have missed the whole connection parenthood and I do not hold reality television responsible. It is TV's main concept to make money and we as people ( or parents) should know better. You don't have children to make money on them. You have them because you want to love and nurture them. I am sorry I feel this way but, the world is crazy enough as it is to give fame to people that don't have a clue on what real life is all about. I am not envious at all. I had five children and struggled to raise them and yes they went without. But, they developed an incredible sense of who they are and love one another. Jealousy is never seen in my family, only encouragement, and I know that I can rest easy when I am no longer here that my children will have each other and not fight over who has more. Somehow, I think that Jon and Kate not only missed the boat but missed the whole trip. I feel really sorry for the children as they are so adorable and I only hope that someone will get a clue and get them out of the spotlight and show them how the real world is.

he is a loser and i really really hope he doesn't think she is that stupid or desperate! his plan backfired, i'm sure he figured everyone would feel sorry for him, but his behavior was appalling! the arrogant son of a b**ch is getting everything he deserves!! ha ha ha and now he is probably panicking, he might actually have to go out and get a job!!!!

I think he realises that his kids come before his sex life. So I believe that he still loves kate and this is right for them all. By right, I mean yes get the family back together and then turn all the camera's off and lock all the doors, and just be a family

For what ever reason he takes a second look, it doesn't matter. Lets just hope that he doesn't only stay for the money as it would be a negative atmosphere for the kids. Although, Kate doesn't seem like the type of person that would let that happen. I hope it works out, as in the end the kids are the only ones that matter. Watch the movie Fireproof, it would change anyones perspective being selfish.

What part of emasculation don't you get? Kate spent their whole marriage treating him like a eunoch - she bossed him around, humiliated him, treated him like a servant and let him know constantly who really did wear the pants in the family. He's a fantastic dad - instead of appreciating his contributions, she belittled him yet again. Yes, he shouldn't have socialized so soon after the separation, but I can imagine how refreshing it was to spend time with a woman who actually listened to him and made him feel like a man. Finally.

Whatever the case may be. I don't blame him for what he did. He should have bailed a long time ago. I have watched the show from day one and Kate would talk him down in public and humiliate and embarrass him every chance she got. As far as I'm concerned Kate is nothing but a drama queen. Let's not forget Kate has also been accused of infedility. She's just been a little smarter about it.

Oh, he's not going back to her...that's not what they said, he's "halting/slowing proceedings" That's code for: I am in big trouble with the publicity and "bad judgement" I have and risk losing my kids during proceedings. Not to mention, the show has changed it's name and I am not going to be as famous anymore.

Kate has been wonderful during this mess and he's been an ass and it will hurt him professionally and personally in court.

Kate is a total control Freak and Jon is just trying to avoid getting ganked by child support (mom support via exploiting the children) and this Stupid TLC (women's channel). God I have had it with family law and it's unrelenting bias toward women.

Actually I was a HUGE fan of the show and now I get ill every time I'm channel surfing and happen upon the show. I have been on John's side since the beginning and I've seen each and every episode probably 3 times a piece. She completely emasculated him. Then on "The View" she tries to minimize her part in the police being called when the "babysitter" was at the house. Like Whoopi said to her...SHE could have been arrested because when it's John's time it's not her business and vice versa.

Im not defending Kate, but this sounds like the typical 6 month slump. Men have there fun for a while then realize one day that they miss having that person around to do their laudry, cook their meals and be their mother! His girlfriend probably dumped him or no one has spread their legs for him in a few weeks. Kate really needs to tread lightly here and know that Jon is really serious and wont turn around in 6-12 months and decide that he wants to be single again!!!