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Konamouse
Member
07-16-2001
| Monday, December 05, 2005 - 8:06 am
I think the Gaghans would have been much nicer at this point in the race than any of the remaining teams. I just keep remembering how positive the parents were, how they made each location an adventure and travelogue for their kids. 'squeek'
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Roxip
Member
01-29-2004
| Monday, December 05, 2005 - 9:02 am
So do we only have two more weeks of TAR (and this endless discussion) this year? It should be an interesting week - can't wait to see who wins!
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Babyjaxmom
Member
10-20-2002
| Monday, December 05, 2005 - 11:56 am
Life insurance or not, Mr. Weaver was killed on the job and there should be some compensation to his family. Those kids were deprived of their dad. They should be taken care of.
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Native_texan
Member
08-24-2004
| Monday, December 05, 2005 - 12:10 pm
Yes, the Weavers should be compensated for their loss. I am by no means an expert in this area, but if it is maintained and proven that Mr. Weaver was at fault, then it could be possible that even Workers Compensation would not have to be paid. Judging from the article, there is at least one individual within the company who is on their side, but chances are he will not risk losing his job.
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Auntiemike
Member
09-17-2001
| Monday, December 05, 2005 - 12:22 pm
Just to open up another can of worms...I believe SSI (Supplemental Security Income), alluded to in Chieko's post above is only awarded to people who are permanently disabled and there is a lengthy qualification process to boot. I'm not sure the Weavers would qualify for that benefit.
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Merrysea
Member
08-13-2004
| Monday, December 05, 2005 - 12:38 pm
I think the kids are entitled to some Social Security. At least, it used to be that way. My ex received social security payments when he was a boy because his dad died (not work-related) when he was 10.
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Native_texan
Member
08-24-2004
| Monday, December 05, 2005 - 1:05 pm
I don't know about Rebecca since she is 19, but Rachel and Rolly and possibly the mom (she might not since she is working) would qualify for Social Security.
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Lilfair
Member
07-09-2003
| Monday, December 05, 2005 - 3:17 pm
Only speaking for myself (obviously)… the reason I have disdain for The Weavers is solely on the personality they have been putting forth. I’m fairly certain their off screen personalities are similar. They don’t seem to have basic social skills. This game definitely has a social aspect to it and I have a feeling that is what is going to bring them down. Otherwise they are doing a remarkable job getting from point a to b. But that is not enough for me to root for them. They are obnoxiously immature and rude, including the mother. I’m sympathetic to the loss of their father/husband but that doesn’t play a part in enjoying their company through TRA. TPTB missed to boat in casting this season.
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Babyjaxmom
Member
10-20-2002
| Monday, December 05, 2005 - 5:30 pm
Yup, Lilfair, I have to agree with you on all points. So far as the SocSec issue goes, all minor children are entitled to receive some monthly payment (it's not a whole lot) on the death of a parent, as is a spouse who has minor children still in the home (regardless of employment status). We get statements from SSA every few months, and I looked at the table out of (morbid) curiosity, should (God forbid) anything happen to DH. If it did, DS would receive about $1200 a month as a minor survivor, and I would get the same amount as a spouse caring for a minor child. Sounds okay on paper, but certainly not enough to live on in California!
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Auntiemike
Member
09-17-2001
| Monday, December 05, 2005 - 6:13 pm
Qualifying for Social Security and qualifying for Supplemental Security Income (SSI, as mentioned in Chieko's post) are two different things. When my Dad died and my youngest sister, 14 at the time, was still home she received Social Security even while she was in college. My Mom received a payment until my sister was 18, then her "support" quit. I'm sure the Weaver kids can qualify for Social Security benefits, as well as the Mom as long as the kids are minors.
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Kep421
Member
08-11-2001
| Tuesday, December 06, 2005 - 12:00 pm
I don't think they will receive SS Benefits if they win the Million... My girlfriend's hubby died and left her with a son, they receive SS and it isn't enough to support them adequately, but it is too much for her to receive medical assistance (ADC). If she works, she can only work a few months out of the year, or she loses her benefits. I'm thinking if they win the million... they won't be eligible for SS at all...
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Watching2
Member
07-07-2001
| Tuesday, December 06, 2005 - 3:18 pm
Is there a link somewhere to the article referred to regarding the death of the Weaver dad?
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Native_texan
Member
08-24-2004
| Tuesday, December 06, 2005 - 5:20 pm
Watching, there's a couple of articles in the Weaver Family thread.
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Lexie_girl
Member
07-30-2004
| Tuesday, December 06, 2005 - 5:35 pm
Lexie gets all cozy on the "Are the Weavers Finally Gone Yet Couch?"
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Costacat
Member
07-15-2000
| Tuesday, December 06, 2005 - 6:15 pm
Costacat curls up next to Lexie, then flips the channel to tonight's show thread to see if they ARE finally gone? Ohpleaseohpleaseohplease!
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Teachmichigan
Member
07-22-2001
| Tuesday, December 06, 2005 - 6:35 pm
Any room left on that couch????? (crossing fingers, toes, legs, arms, eyes -- anything that can be crossed!)
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Babyjaxmom
Member
10-20-2002
| Tuesday, December 06, 2005 - 7:03 pm
Well, I'll sit on that couch, but I'm covering my eyes until I've had a chance to watch my tape. Still crossing my fingers, though . . .
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