While I LOVE the show, I have to agree (and do) somewhat with Rudey.
Personally, I would never have 8 children unless I can afford it. Obviously he couldn't or he would have hired someone to fix the problems of his house. And, it said the wife stayed home so I assume that her death did not take away an extra paycheck.
While I find it wonderful he goes to church, that he loved/adored hiw wife, loves his children, coaches their teams, etc. I do believe that living in a house that was in that condition is a form of neglect.
I also feel (though I know it's off topic) that even if you are completely wealthy, why have so many kids?
I love the show, I love that they do such a beautiful job. But I feel that that family put themselves in that situation by spreading their resources so thin.
Tragic about the wife though.
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