Here Comes Honey Boo Boo - General Discussion

[ShaNaeNae]

 

If they didn't have the cameras they wouldn't be able to afford to go to Sky Zone. With 8 people and $15/person for an hour of jumping, going to SkyZone for a poor family is like a middle-class family going to Six Flags. That's the problem of poverty and why Anna (the one raised in a middle-class home with her grandmother) is the only thin one - even after having a baby. Poverty leaves you unable to do much.

 

They aren't exactly in poverty anymore. Without the cameras, I'm sure they'd still be able to go to Sky Zone. They are paid by TLC.

 

Even before the show, June was (and still is) a coupon cutter and budget minded. They weren't THAT poor if Alana was doing pageants. Poverty is no excuse to do nothing day in and day out or be overweight. You can choose to be a victim, or do what you can with what you got. Anna may have been fed better, but I don't think that's the reason she's the only thin one. If that was the case, then June should be thin because she grew up in the same house Anna did. It could be genetics from her dad. I know a few sisters who were raised together and have different metabolic levels. My ex-MIL has a fraternal twin sister. Ex-MIL is 5'4" and probably 230 pounds. She short and overweight. Twin sister is about 5'10" and very thin. I've been there, I'm a single mom and we are very familiar with Sky Zone. When we have the money.

 

Anyway, I swore off this show last season, but I thought I'd give it another go. I saw that Alana was acting out on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon and swatted at June! That child is headed to hot messdom.

 

I got a kick out of Sugar Bear being a SAHD. But I prefer this "Softy Sugar Bear" in small doses. Like I get a kick out of him watching Say Yes To The Dress last season. But it's so exaggerated. I prefer him quiet and sweet like he was the first season. Next week is going to be him doing yoga in the front lawn and listening to self help CD's. I prefer to see character traits in a person, but not a person as a character if that makes sense. Then again, this is TV, so...

[WimminWinning]

 

Even before the show, June was (and still is) a coupon cutter and budget minded. They weren't THAT poor if Alana was doing pageants. Poverty is no excuse to do nothing day in and day out or be overweight. You can choose to be a victim, or do what you can with what you got.

 

Poverty isn't just about what is in your bank account - poverty is a mentality. They have 3 seasons worth of TLC money at this point, yet, June is telling Anna that she has to have a $5k wedding. It's not about playing victim or making excuses, this is a way of thinking that many people in poverty can't break free from. It's a generational problem as children are socialized from their family and poverty-stricken community to approach life in specific ways. Looking at this family using middle-class values/norms/experiences/expectations, they would seem like lazy slobs that prioritize extravagances like pageants over education and nutrition. I see a loving family that prioritizes nurturing children into women with self-esteem and confidence instead of scrimping and saving to climb the social ladder and achieve some mythical "American Dream".

[Absolom]

To me they are putting on as much low class as they can for ratings.  They remind me of Duck Dynasty.  June is extremely sharp at putting on a show.  The problem I see is that Alana has confused the show with her real life. 

[greekmom]

 

June is telling Anna that she has to have a $5k wedding.

I thought that was just script for storyline because you know TLC is footing the bill. They filmed it. 99% of the Boos now is scripted. There is nothing there to warrant any shred of reality television.  Watching June at his sister's bake shop is nasty. I detest such laziness as i see in the Boos as well as their eating habits.  Just because you are poor you don't have to be nasty like the Boos. They are a class of their own.

[CofCinci]

June walks into the bakery wearing only socks too. Gross! Surely she could see a specialist and get a custom, comfortable orthotic shoe.

They aren't exactly in poverty anymore. Without the cameras, I'm sure they'd still be able to go to Sky Zone. They are paid by TLC.

They're paid by TLC, but they don't seem to be spending the money at all. I admire that. You look at another reality family, like The Browns, and they've got each sister wife in a $400,000 -$500,000 house. June grosses me out, not wearing shoes and giving a baby a pork find, but she's got a tight hold on the money. I respect that. Not an Ugg to be seem. Even the Duggar girls have Uggs.

[CofCinci]

Is she on Social Security Disability or long-term Workers Comp because of the toe injury?

[CofCinci]

What happen to his teeth?

[Absolom]

Snuff?

[Armchair Critic]

What I meant by they wouldn't go to Sky Zone if it wasn't for the cameras  was because I think that they probably would sit around the house and watch tv instead. Not because they are poor, more because they are lazy. I do think the 3 younger girls probably have June's build, but I think sitting around eating junk is more of the reason they are heavy.

[Chip]

They have not said that in the show, as far as I know.

[JoJo NY]

While I think June does love Kaitlyn, the cynical part of me wonders if she wants the baby in her house for "show" reasons. Meaning, showing the antics of a cute toddler; putting her in kiddie pageants etc. will keep the viewers' interest and extend the show for seasons to come.

Alanna was sassy before, but she's become annoying and loud lately. The older girls can be funny, however, how low can they go with the gross stuff? I am so co-dependent that I worry they don't "catch" a baby (TM Michelle Duggar) anytime soon. Sugar Bear remains enjoyable.

Apropos of nothing, the carpet in the living room freaks me out, especially when poor Kaitlyn is crawling around.

[Absolom]

June treads on my last nerve with her Gigi's baby nonsense and proprietary behavior.  It's Anna's baby and I don't blame her for a second for moving 30 minutes away.  That's a good point that June is thinking of the show, but I also see a sick attitude in her behavior.

[ghoulina]

While I think June does love Kaitlyn, the cynical part of me wonders if she wants the baby in her house for "show" reasons. Meaning, showing the antics of a cute toddler; putting her in kiddie pageants etc. will keep the viewers' interest and extend the show for seasons to come.

 

June strikes me as one of those people who prefers babies/toddlers - because they're cute and innocent. And I do think there's a part of her that likes dressing them up and living a bit vicariously through them. She always seems annoyed by her older girls, even when they try to do nice things for her. Alana is pushing it. She still tries to snuggle and do the "pootie poot" thing with her, but the kid is no longer doing pageants and about past her prime as far as cuteness goes. 

[Chip]

 

June’s "b*tching" and nagging lands Sugar Bear sick in bed from stress. Will June have to permanently alter what comes out of her mouth to keep her man healthy? Or will Sugar Bear’s de-stressing techniques like "yodega" and racing be more beneficial?

 

[Chip]

 

June’s love of couponing takes over, leaving Sugar Bear looking for ways to exploit her addiction for affection. The sisters try being affectionate too, as a new "be nice" contest has high stakes: the spare room. Little do they know the contest is rigged.

 

[ghoulina]

June, quit bitching and let SB play his video games! If it annoys you, you could....you know...always leave the house and go DO something. And thank you for trying to sound super smart about "research" on video games, that gave me the best laugh of the night. 

 

I was totally cheering on SB when he called the family meeting about her. I was all, "Lead a revolt, Shugie!" Yea, if everyone in the house says you have a problem, you have a problem. And you do catch more flies with honey, just saying. 

 

I would like to know, though, what the acceptable age for cursing in front of your parents is. Alana doesn't do it, but both Jessica and Pumpkin do. 

 

I thought Anna's little cabin in the woods was cute, a nice house for a couple living on their own for their first time. I hope their little family does well. And did June seriously wake that poor baby up from a nap just because she wanted to see her? I would KILL. 

[ghoulina]

I have a simple solution for June and her stockpiling issues - take some of that TLC money, build a nice shed in the backyard, and keep it all in there. Then you could turn the dining room that you never use into another room, so the girls don't all have to share. I thought it was BS that Uncle Poodle moved in and all THREE of those girls had to go into one room. He could crash on the couch! Pumpkin was totally cracking me up when she claimed "squatter's rights" on the big room. That girl is golden. 

 

Speaking of Pumpkin, she looked so cute in glasses! I wonder how long she hasn't been able to see well for. It seems like June not to take her kids in for medical care because she's cheap. 

 

SB's coupon date was cute and I'm glad June finally quit crapping on it and started being nice. Although, I really need to know what in the seven hells the BooBoos have to dry clean???

[Boots]

Poor Chi-Chi, Cha-Cha, China, whatever. I know some people still let their pets roam free, but, I just could not fathom doing that. Especially how close to the road and tracks. UGH! Rage!!

 

I also thought Anna's place was nice. Girl is dim, though I am glad to see her doing well. Little Kaitlyn is adorable, and Michael does seem decent so good on them. 

[Boots]

Yup! Still loving Pumpkin. She had me at "butthole piercing" 

[Mr. Lac]

Poor Michael

[SmallTownMom]

I thought Anna's house was really cute for a young couple.  It was small, but looked clean and organized.  I hated the way they all criticized, mocking everything, and saying the house smelled bad.  It was probably OK before you all got there.

 

Ghoulina, I thought the same thing about June waking that baby!  And hearing "Gigi Baby" over and over was nauseating.  I loved it when Anna said "Don't come back."

 

Poor Sugar Bear.  Alana seemed concerned, but June never seems to care.  The other two girlls are just so gross and vulgar.  I wonder what the other kids  at school think of them.

 

Should have made a drinking game out of everytime somebody said "stress" (or "bitching").  We would have all been absent from work today!

[Absolom]

I want June to realize that is Anna' baby not "Gigi's baby."  No wonder Anna wanted her own place.

 

Ratings:  1.513 M viewers and a .6 rating.

Edited June 28, 2014 by Absolom

[Absolom]

Ratings:  1.740 M viewers and a .6 rating.

[CofCinci]

Is she special?

[CofCinci]

They have TLC money. Why are they still living in that house? I can understand not wanting to buy million dollar house like Kate Gosslin, but I bet these people can find a rental in their area for $1500 that better suits their family's needs.

I admire June's frugality, but if you have 20 bottles of shampoo on the mantle in your bedroom because you're out of storage space -- there's a real compulsion problem. How many dishwasher pods did I count? Over 20. Like 3 years of dishwasher pods.

[Chip]

I'm sure she is to June.

[What In The]

I like me some Honey Boo Boo but Alana is not getting cuter, in fact, the opposite seems to be happening. Not totally her fault.

[Absolom]

Just look at her immediately two older sisters and that's where she'll be in a year or two.  I find them obnoxious and that's being kind.

[Shermie]

Do they even have a dishwasher in that hovel?  Or should I say, slovel? 

And do they use dishes? I envision a lot of paper plates, when they're not eating out of take-out containers.

[ghoulina]

That's a good question. I mostly see them eating off of paper plates. And I often see June using those disposable foil pans for casseroles and what-not. She uses her hands to stir food, instead of spoons. So maybe there's not a lot to wash up. I know they DO use the sink....for washing their hair. 

[sheetmoss]

 

I have a simple solution for June and her stockpiling issues - take some of that TLC money, build a nice shed in the backyard, and keep it all in there.

Good idea,. but the GA heat and humidity would takes it's toll on paper products and other things as well. it's better off in the AC.

[ghoulina]

Good point. Maybe she could get a climate controlled storage unit. Or move. Because that house is simply too small for 5 people and a whole host of crap.

[Guest]

They have TLC money. Why are they still living in that house.

I have to believe that house exists only in TLC-land. The Boo Boos have got to be living somewhere else. I seriously doubt they're getting paid minimum wage. They're earning Duggar/Gosselin money.

I recall one time Honey Boo Boo was playing around in the kitchen and hid in one of the cabinets that was, like, completely empty. No pots. No pans. Nothing. The other thing that sealed it was the bathroom that looks barely used with eight people living there.

As for that stockpile? Not buying it either. I mean, I like this family and the show, but the phony-baloney-ness of it gets distracting.

Why can't they just show the Boo Boos "movin' on up?" There's no crime in doing better. They can still attend the Redneck Games and hold their heads high, or low, depending.

[ButterQueen]

Most of the stuff I see stockpiled rarely have coupons, so I don't buy her stash either. I think it's advertisement.

[Absolom]

I'm not sure if anything is new or it's all rehash.

[slasherboy]

Although, I really need to know what in the seven hells the BooBoos have to dry clean???

 

My thought exactly!  No way in hell.  Or even seven hells!

 

 

Because that house is simply too small for 5 people and a whole host of crap.

 

I count six people:  June, Sugar Bear, Jessica, Pumpkin, Alana and Uncle Poodle.

 

 

The other thing that sealed it was the bathroom that looks barely used with eight people living there.

 

Now it's eight people?  I'm so confused!!!

 

 

You know, I used  to sorta kinda like June, but now I can't stand her.  She's so full of herself and thinks she something else.  She makes me sick.  But I can't stop watching!  Something's wrong with me!  Help!  Get me out of here!

[ghoulina]

You're right, forgot Uncle Poodle just moved in. Thanks! 

 

And Anna and the baby JUST moved out, so the other poster was probably thinking of them when talking about the suspiciously underused bathroom. 

[Absolom]

The rehash special did poorly: 1.038 M viewers and a .4 rating.

[slasherboy]

That would be 7, not 8.

[Shermie]

Does it matter? Poodle is probably the only one with hygiene; the bathroom will used by him more for grooming than the other seven put together. Ugh, this gross family.

 

Watched parts of the new eps last night; why does Alana shout all her lines? Surely the director can tell her she doesn't have to yell every single word. And if Alana enjoys doing crafty stuff, then her parents should sign her up for a regular class or something. Just because her lazy troll sisters don't like to do anything, doesn't mean Alana can't do something she enjoys. June (and the producers) and their Forced Family Fun, more ugh.

 

Sugar Bear's constant lump of tobacco in his mouth is repulsive. Seriously, why would anyone chew tobacco? It's grotesque. Just smoke the stuff then; both are unhealthy, but at least he wouldn't have that gross brown mass in his mouth rotting his teeth. Not to mention the spitting. So vile, such a lowbrow redneck habit. 

[iluvobx]

I think that June was on an episode of Extreme Couponing.  She is (or was) an extreme couponer. Then Alaina was on Toddlers & Tiaras.  It was from there that I believe she got the name Honey Boo Boo.  The dolla makes me holla phrase is an old phrase in certain parts of the south.

A lot of people claim that they do live in that house and they have lived in that house.  Anna never really lived there.  She was just there for filming (or that is what has been claimed).  Some people like the place they live in no matter how small others perceive it to be.  My grandmother lived in a 4 room cinder block house with a tin roof.  She loved that place (and so did I) and she could have live somewhere else.

 

[ghoulina]

I think the problem is that ONLY June's opinion matters. She seems satisfied with cramming her stockpile into that tiny house, but Sugar Bear and the older girls seem annoyed as hell by it. I don't think she really takes anyone else's opinion into consideration until forced to. 

[Absolom]

The family spends little time together.

 

Really?  They look like that's all they do. 

[Absolom]

Sugar Bear and Alana search for riches.

 

Watching the episode, I looked up the arboretum.  Jim Garner, the director, who is showing them around, died of an accident at home this past weekend. 

Edited July 11, 2014 by Absolom

[Absolom]

The low ratings are marching with the lack of interest here it seems.

 

1.340 M viewers and a .5 rating.

[Absolom]

1.497 M viewers and a .7 rating.

 

June said the deposit was $1,000 but the arboretum website says it's $100.00.  The basic fee for use is $750.00 with some possible additional charges.  That may be expensive in Milledgeville, GA, but it would be a bargain in other places. 

[Chip]

So, this is what is weird. The pottery painting place is in Athens, GA, where I live. It's about 2 hours from where they live. I wonder why they didn't even mention how that was easily an entire day trip to another part of the state.

[Absolom]

That's the TLC way.  Sometimes they want to make it seem like things are other than they are.  Sure June got the idea to just run down to the pottery place for a bit when in reality the entire episode was production planned to make an episode and took several days to film.

[Chip]

Here is a link to pics of them filming this episode : Online Athens Spotted

[Oosala]

So does Uncle Poodle really live with them now?  It sure doesn't seem like he does.  It's like the show is just ping-ponging along, not really sure what it wants to be.  Also, slapping pizza on someone's face is gross.  I'm assuming the pizza was cold.