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Sassylady | Thursday, August 29, 2002 - 10:00 am     Gerry, I admire the way you handled the youngins'and yourself on the show! Gerry please know that you have many many people out here who think you carried yourself with much dignity. I know I could not have put up with all that you did. Marcellas was a fan favorite until he started saying things behind your back--If any conciliation to you, his fan based dwindled, in my opinion, because of his actions behind your back. I don't feel he had to be beholden to you, by the same token he DID owe you respect. I didn't hear the entire POV speech so I cannot comment on that but since then you have carried yourself very well. Good luck with whatever you decide to do with your life. You had a goal to become famous and have 15 minutes--You reached your goal, good for you! Wishing and praying for a wonderful life for you and your family.
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Nessietessie | Thursday, August 29, 2002 - 10:11 am     Gerry, If you get evicted tonight, I will be sorry to see you go. You have put up with a lot of rude behavior from many of the guests, and you have handled it with class. Just remember, one day they will not be in the ", young and beautiful, in crowd." They will be 50+ too, and what goes around, comes around. Best of luck to you, you did great in the house. |
Neeners | Thursday, August 29, 2002 - 12:28 pm     Gerry, Your willingness to listen to complaints and the way you handled yourself when they were given to you was one of the best things I've seen on the show. I imagine you're probably a very good teacher. Great job on working out, too -- what an inspiration! Good luck to you in the future! |
Wedge | Thursday, August 29, 2002 - 01:01 pm     Ger Man, I am not happy that you may be going...I know for alot of us, you were the favorite HG. Youre a good man, you got a great family ...you got it all. Dont let those jealous of what you have bring ya down. You got ALOT of supporters out here. Now have fun, relax ( and get the new Springsteen album I think you'll like it..hehe)...be yourself. We like you just the way you are. |
Uhoh | Thursday, August 29, 2002 - 03:55 pm     Gerry, congratulations on handling yourself with dignity and I admired how grounded you obviously are to withstand some of the things that went on in the house. I hope now that you're out of the house, and have learned more about what went on, that you'll read these tributes and know that the ugliness was a reflection of them and not you. The viewers saw it for what it was and you came out the winner. You have A LOT of support out here. |
Moderator | Thursday, August 29, 2002 - 04:00 pm     A member here at TVCH took it upon themselves to gather information for donating to Gerrys school. Here is the letter: I contacted Gerry’s school yesterday and spoke with the principal, Richard Lucas, explaining that I was acting in NO official capacity but was a BB fan and TVCH member. Some members had expressed an interest in showing support for Gerry by donating money to the school and/or sending used books for the school library. Mr. Lucas was very appreciative of this and asked we encourage our members to do so in a way that makes it easier on his staff as well as provide easy accountability for all donations. Anyone wanting to mail books should clearly indicate “Book Donation” on the package---in our current security aware environment nowadays, you can appreciate his valid concerns for receiving unsolicited packages. He emphasized that donors might want to insure the book titles are appropriate for middle school ages (7th, 8th, and 9th grade at his school) so no donated book might be deemed ineligible for library circulation. For any check donations, he will use the already established account used for fund-raising proceeds so that a correct tally of fans’ donations can be done very easily. Once the donations are finalized, whatever funds are involved would be used to buy items chosen by Gerry and most likely with his students’ input. It may result in the purchase of books, equipment, field trips, etc…Mr. Lucas said Gerry was one of the most popular teachers on campus, beloved by faculty and students alike. Knowing Gerry, he felt certain Gerry would prefer to incorporate the kids into the selection process as well as sending thanks to the donors. He thought it likely that once the donation is used, a group photo with Gerry, students, and the item(s) could be added to the school’s website for anyone who donated to see where their funds were used. If you are interested in donating or have questions regarding donations please email Donations4GerrysKids@Hotmail.com . This account is in no way shape or form related to TVCH/BBFC. Please only use this email if you are interested in donating. We at the TVCH moderating staff want to thank the anonymous member who took time out of their day to collect the information. This member is what sets TVCH above all other fan sites! This person is a true "Fan" and a wonderful caring human being! Thank you, Moderator staff |
Joker11962 | Thursday, August 29, 2002 - 06:14 pm     Gerry, you are truly one of the decent people in the house. If, as they all claim they want a "good person" to win, then either you or Jason would have to be declared the winner. The others don't make this cut. Most of the posts I have read agree that their treatment of you was unfair. They seemed unable not to jump on the "bash Gerry bandwagon". From one teacher to another, I think your students are the lucky ones! |
Crazyintexas | Thursday, August 29, 2002 - 06:17 pm     Gerry: You will be greatly missed on BB3. But I am sure you would much rather be home with your family. Please know that the opinions some of the houseguests have voiced about you were extremely distressing to the viewers here. I applaud your dignity through it all and wish the greatest blessings to you and your family. Lucy |
Bigwillfan | Thursday, August 29, 2002 - 06:54 pm     Gerry- I just wanted to let you know how much I admire your character. While you didn't win the money, you won the respect of tens of thousands of people with the manner in which you played the game. While the experience in the house could not have been that pleasant for you, I know you will use your "celebrity" in a way to affect positive change. You should be commended on your grace and diginity. I cannot recall ONE time you ever saying an unkind thing about anyone. How you handled the whole "Josh thing" shows the true character of an individual. I, like a previous poster, could no longer stand to hear the vile things the other house guest said about you and had to turn away. I am hoping that boredom is what drove them to such behavior. I feel for your family because it is obvious they love and care for you and having to watch what was happening in the house, behind your back, had to be difficult. You are a winner in my book and I wish you the best. Good luck. PS - My advice....only vote in the final if Jason is one of the last two. He is the only one in the house who never participated in the "bash Gerry" discussion. Otherwise, BOYCOTT the vote. Please, Please DO NOT vote for Danielle. |
Willsmom | Thursday, August 29, 2002 - 07:09 pm     Gerry, I just wanted to say that I admired you in the house and especially upon your eviction. You behaved admirally. I could never have made it as long as you did. Many times I just couldn't even read the things being said about you. I hope you realize that you are a better person than those houseguests. I agree with BIGWILLFAN...the only one I would vote for would be Jason. Take care and I hope you have a wonderful school year. |
Curlyq | Thursday, August 29, 2002 - 07:28 pm     Gerry, I'm very sorry to see you leave the game. I really believed that you had the best strategy--"no permanent enemies, no permanent allies." Making week-by-week agreements would've been in everyone's best interests, but unfortunately you were the only one relying on your intellect and not your emotions. I also admire the fact that you were always respectful of your opponents. I am very glad that you get to go home to your family and your students. Best wishes for the future. |
Earthmother | Thursday, August 29, 2002 - 07:30 pm     Well Gerry here I am again, only now (boo hoo) you are gone. I want to thank you for reminding me that there are really decent people in this world. You have shown that a game can be played with respect for others. I admire the way you conducted yourself and truly think whatever happens from now until the end that the only two who are worthy of any money are you and Jason. In my book you are truly a winner because you are respected. Love to you and your family, Franny |
Willow_Woman | Thursday, August 29, 2002 - 07:33 pm     Gerry, from one teacher to another---I really admired the way you handled yourself. You were an excellent role model for your students. Willow Smallwoman 8th Grade Reading Teacher |
Sisteronline | Thursday, August 29, 2002 - 07:36 pm     Dear Gerry I wanted to let you know how much I admired the way you handled yourself in the house! You're #1 in my book! Regards, Sisteronline (Tammy) |
Closetfan | Thursday, August 29, 2002 - 07:44 pm     Hi, Gerry! :-) I think you handled yourself with class the entire time with respect to your personal relationships with people. I do hope your personal hygiene improves as it's important and obviously effects people's opinions of you...including mine. I am a certified teacher and my sister is disabled and I respect your teaching special ed kids. My nephew is 3 months preemie and may be in your class one day...if so...he will be enriched for it. Thank you for exposing yourself and your family during this show...I think you took a big risk and are a brave wonderful man to do so. We are all imperfect...and we can relate to you more than to most of the HGs...despite our age, our desires, our interests...YOU are REAL. Thanks, Gerry. And God bless you. |
Seattlemom | Thursday, August 29, 2002 - 07:50 pm     Dear Gerry You made us Laugh and I know you took away a life time of memories and just maybe the remaining HG when they view there true behavior when they are out.Will learn a lesson That You at least although LOl not always thinking of hand washing (me too) you acted with so much more class than they did as they mocked and backstabed So Kudos to you and hugs to your Family. This is my first post but did have to send our best. PS I did e-mail CBS about not being happy with there gerry bashing also. Have a great Life and enjoy It. Yours truely Seattlemom (Linda) |
Bothofus | Thursday, August 29, 2002 - 08:21 pm     Gerry, you conducted yourself with class, and it is a shame, you were stuck in the house with the group you were. Wishing you the best, and hoping you realize we saw through the editing, and meanness, and supported you. |
Vonne | Thursday, August 29, 2002 - 08:28 pm     Gerry, I was a fan of yours from the first show to your last show tonight. This was my first year of watching Big Brother and I want to thank you for entertaining me this summer I read an interview your daughter gave and must say you have raised a wonderful person there! Please give her a hug and let her know that some of us saw through the BB bull**** and know her father to be the great man she knows and loves. You handled your time in the BB House with grace and style. Thank you again! peace ~Vonne |
Snutz | Thursday, August 29, 2002 - 08:52 pm     Gerry, Sure going to miss spending the mornings with you. I wish you and your family much happiness. The best of everything to you. Take care. Dia |
Ericka1012 | Thursday, August 29, 2002 - 09:10 pm     Gerry, You leaving that house is a two edge sword, I'm glad your gone because they (the HG) will not have you as a battering board, I'm sad that your gone because you by far were the only normal person in that house...Hg's kept saying they wanted all the Bad People out of the house well if your one of the Bad People, I'm proud to say I'm one too... I looked up the word "dignity" and your picture was right next to it...you always conducted yourself with dignity no matter what was said or done to you...know that many many people watching the live feeds and the TV broadcasts know that was true... All the best for what ever comes your way, Ericka |
Silversamba | Thursday, August 29, 2002 - 09:20 pm     As a former teacher(7th and 4th grade), a mother with a disabled child, and one who was not in the "in" crowd, I appreciate the maturity and class you brought to the game. I hope you have a great school year and know you have fans out there who appreciate you more than your former houseguests did. |
Jadebutterfly | Thursday, August 29, 2002 - 09:20 pm     Gerry, I admire so many things about you--your sense of humor, your intelligence, your decency, kindness and tolerance under very trying circumstances, your perseverance, AND that great smile. I'm sure you are a wonderful and inspiring teacher. You have many, many fans out there. Be proud of yourself and the amazing family you have. I wish you the best of luck in all things! Jade |
Beagle | Thursday, August 29, 2002 - 09:50 pm     Hiya Gerry, You did a wonderful job on the show. My prayers will be with you and your lovely family. Best of luck in your career, school starts soon! Beagle  |
Jimmer | Thursday, August 29, 2002 - 09:50 pm     Gerry, There are a lot of people outside of the house that respect and like the way you acted and played the game. I wish you, your family and friends all the best in the future. ... Jim |
Ladydewtel | Thursday, August 29, 2002 - 10:32 pm     Gerry, I just wanted to say you are appreciated. I enjoyed watching you and you are an insperation. I have seen how much weight you have lost and that is fantastic. Keep up the good work. Also don't let what those ppl said about you upset you. Nobody on this earth is perfect, and for those who think they are, well God will deal with them in the end. God Bless you Gerry, Lisa |
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