8 Passengers: Emotional Abuse Galore & Making Kids Sleep on The Floor | Part 17

[CandleSand]

Didn't their van used to advertise 8Passengers? Wonder why it was removed.

I'm sure they received threats when everything blew up.

Probably why she has no friends (that we ever see), she is a fair weather friend/person. If all is well, Shari is on board, but when things are down, Shari is not around. She is soon to be a young adult, the sooner she learns she is not the knows it all and is all, she will get along alot better with others.

This got me thinking, how many times has Shari had a boyfriend that quietly disappeared and wasn't mentioned again (presumably because she can't hold onto them)? I can just see her treating them like trash and then talking to Ruby afterwards about how all the "jerk" boys don't like her.

In the honor code from their school for ages 12 and older they use For the Strength of Youth (which is published by the LDS Church), one quote from the dating section says: "When I begin dating, I go with one or more additional couples, and I avoid frequent dates with the same person." -- Umm, what?! Maybe that's why she doesn't stay with the same person very long..

[Jamie Love]

Can somebody post the picture from instagram?

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I guess all the people that said Shari was turning into a "mini Ruby" were right, bet you never thought she'd take it literally lmao

[Jamie Love]

Can somebody post the picture from instagram?

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I guess all the people that said Shari was turning into a "mini Ruby" were right, bet you never thought she'd take it literally lmao

[Bollie_Dollie_4_Life]

And of course Ruby and Chad are not wearing masking while inside the grocery store. You can clearly see every other person is wearing a mask except for them. Ruby doesn't care about anyone but herself. She can't be inconvienced by wearing a mask. She probably thinks Covid is all a big hoax. Or maybe her Heavenly Father will protect her since she is such a good person.

[Josette]

And of course Ruby and Chad are not wearing masking while inside the grocery store. You can clearly see every other person is wearing a mask except for them. Ruby doesn't care about anyone but herself. She can't be inconvienced by wearing a mask. She probably thinks Covid is all a big hoax. Or maybe her Heavenly Father will protect her since she is such a good person.

https://www.deseret.com/faith/2020/7/10 ... ts-in-utah

I've said this before on the board, but Ruby claims to be a faithful member of the LDS church. However, this is apparently only when it's convenient for her. Per the article above, LDS church leaders in Utah are asking members to wear face masks to fight Covid-19.

On a side note, Shari really needs to watch the silliness that is "Monty Python and the Holy Grail".

[Bundysar]

What is up with Shari s insgram story tonight?

[lightasfeather]

Omg, it was Ruby's fault the cake didn't work out... In the shop she said she persuaded Chad to get premade frosting... Instead of making one from scratch...

Chad himself even suggested it was the frosting why it wasn't working as it had wrong consistency and no one listened to him. Yet that was exactly right!!

The premade frosting us for cupcake toppers, you need to make the soft kind for that cake *facepalm*

[imoverit]

Didn't their van used to advertise 8Passengers? Wonder why it was removed.

I'm sure they received threats when everything blew up.

Probably why she has no friends (that we ever see), she is a fair weather friend/person. If all is well, Shari is on board, but when things are down, Shari is not around. She is soon to be a young adult, the sooner she learns she is not the knows it all and is all, she will get along alot better with others.

This got me thinking, how many times has Shari had a boyfriend that quietly disappeared and wasn't mentioned again (presumably because she can't hold onto them)? I can just see her treating them like trash and then talking to Ruby afterwards about how all the "jerk" boys don't like her.

In the honor code from their school for ages 12 and older they use For the Strength of Youth (which is published by the LDS Church), one quote from the dating section says: "When I begin dating, I go with one or more additional couples, and I avoid frequent dates with the same person." -- Umm, what?! Maybe that's why she doesn't stay with the same person very long..

Yes this is something that has always bothered me so much about mormons. They want their kids to date, a bunch, the second they turn 16. They aren't allowed to date a moment before then, but at 16 they are expected and pressured to start doing it constantly. BUT, no dating the same person! They don't want boyfriends and girlfriends - just constant dating. But wait, at 18 you need to get married!!! Even though you've never had a long-term relationship before. And have kids immediately or else what's wrong with you?!?
Growing up mormon sounds stressful af to me.

[Happy+Charlie]

I'm sure they received threats when everything blew up.



This got me thinking, how many times has Shari had a boyfriend that quietly disappeared and wasn't mentioned again (presumably because she can't hold onto them)? I can just see her treating them like trash and then talking to Ruby afterwards about how all the "jerk" boys don't like her.

In the honor code from their school for ages 12 and older they use For the Strength of Youth (which is published by the LDS Church), one quote from the dating section says: "When I begin dating, I go with one or more additional couples, and I avoid frequent dates with the same person." -- Umm, what?! Maybe that's why she doesn't stay with the same person very long..

Yes this is something that has always bothered me so much about mormons. They want their kids to date, a bunch, the second they turn 16. They aren't allowed to date a moment before then, but at 16 they are expected and pressured to start doing it constantly. BUT, no dating the same person! They don't want boyfriends and girlfriends - just constant dating. But wait, at 18 you need to get married!!! Even though you've never had a long-term relationship before. And have kids immediately or else what's wrong with you?!?
Growing up mormon sounds stressful af to me.

I think the guidance of date a lot of different boys/girls isn't so bad, or else you will settle on that one person, not knowing what else may have been there for you. However, the kid should be able to do it on their own time, especially if it takes years later for them to settle down. Nobody, and I emphasize, nobody, should be forced to marry before they are ready. I really think this is the issue with probably 3 of the 4 Griffith women. They were forced out and into marriage and babies before they were ready, and they all seem to want to be rid of their kids much of the time and do not know how to put their children first, it's always me, me, me that's most important. They are very stunted in their growth with their sick humor, and meanness that seems to be aimed at their children. From what I see, they treat their children like one might treat a sibling, teasing and tricking them--not something you would expect from a parent who is supposed to reassure you and always show that you are safe and secure and a top priority.

[rytnor]

Kinda surprised (but not really) about how lax everything is in Utah. I mean they were at a water park full of people with not even employees wearing masks...I guess Covid doesn’t exist in their perfect world.

[rulatows000]

They got Russell a sleeping bag and hiking backpack for his birthday? The laser tag thing was pretty cool but it's something that's more for the whole family. Where are all the toys, though? Russell's a nine year old boy, where's the legos and nerf guns and marbles, etc? If they're all going on a camping trip why not just buy him what he needs without making it a birthday present? It's the same as with Abby where they got her bath towels - a necessity - and made it into a gift just because her birthday happened to be close by. Maybe it's just me, but that seems like a weird present for a little boy - camping/hiking stuff that he'll probably only use like once a year.

And, yeah, what's up with that Instagram story Shari posted? Russell is doing his crazy laugh and rolling around on the floor and Shari says it happens every single night. I know other people on here have posted about being annoyed by his laughter and I never thought much about it, but now it is just getting kind of ridiculous. The forced crazy laugh and rolling on the floor - that doesn't seem like normal behavior for a 9 nine year old boy. Does he do that at school and when he's with his friends? He shouldn't necessarily be punished for it, but at that age he's old enough where a gentle reprimand should be given if he's getting really out of control like that.

[freshbalsam]

Kinda surprised (but not really) about how lax everything is in Utah. I mean they were at a water park full of people with not even employees wearing masks...I guess Covid doesn’t exist in their perfect world.

Yes, I came to make the same comment. I can’t believe a place like that is open for use, everyone sharing tubes and equipment. Utah is on my states of place that require quarantine from and it doesn’t surprise me now after seeing that!


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[lmmomSD]

They're prepping him for Anasazi? They were trying to get him all excited about going when Chad was there, like it is some kind of reward/fun camping trip, not punishment for some vague transgressions.
Edited to add that I meant to quote the post about Russell's birthday presents.
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[Ducklings4]

They got Russell a sleeping bag and hiking backpack for his birthday? The laser tag thing was pretty cool but it's something that's more for the whole family. Where are all the toys, though? Russell's a nine year old boy, where's the legos and nerf guns and marbles, etc? If they're all going on a camping trip why not just buy him what he needs without making it a birthday present? It's the same as with Abby where they got her bath towels - a necessity - and made it into a gift just because her birthday happened to be close by. Maybe it's just me, but that seems like a weird present for a little boy - camping/hiking stuff that he'll probably only use like once a year.

And, yeah, what's up with that Instagram story Shari posted? Russell is doing his crazy laugh and rolling around on the floor and Shari says it happens every single night. I know other people on here have posted about being annoyed by his laughter and I never thought much about it, but now it is just getting kind of ridiculous. The forced crazy laugh and rolling on the floor - that doesn't seem like normal behavior for a 9 nine year old boy. Does he do that at school and when he's with his friends? He shouldn't necessarily be punished for it, but at that age he's old enough where a gentle reprimand should be given if he's getting really out of control like that.

I have not watched their vlog, but when you said they got Russell a sleeping bag and hiking boots, I thought oh are they sending him to the desert next?

[Tinkerbell22]

Russell is 9 and Eve is almost 7 and they don’t know how to swim? Didn’t they take private swim lessons or am I mistaken? Julie sure doesn’t like her mom but who can blame her.

[Josette]

Russell is 9 and Eve is almost 7 and they don’t know how to swim? Didn’t they take private swim lessons or am I mistaken? Julie sure doesn’t like her mom but who can blame her.

They may have, but if they did I missed the vlogs. I do know that Ender & EB (April & Davey's young kids) took private swimming lessons.


I don't blame any of Ruby's kids for disliking her, even if if they don't make it obvious. You reap what you sow.

[Catface2]

Russell is 9 and Eve is almost 7 and they don’t know how to swim? Didn’t they take private swim lessons or am I mistaken? Julie sure doesn’t like her mom but who can blame her.

I swear I remember them having swim lessons. Looks like they need more. I believe that every kid needs to learn to swim..or at least float in case of emergency. Ruby is an idiot.

[sheltiefan]

Where to begin-first off another child as a birthday vlog so the only one that hasn't had one is Chad. Speaking of Chad, I am tired of them complaining about the cake!!! Ruby had the money to afford Russell a shark cake so why didn't they go that route, especially when they didn't like the way it turned out.

Russell is behind on his reading I guess. Ruby was reading along with him on the card, then he struggled with the words and Eve helped him. He probably got in trouble off camera about cutting the strings too!

The kids especially Julie didn't want anything to do with Ruby! Thought they were the all American happy family! Even Ruby said she didn't know if it was worth the trouble of getting them to hug her. Wonder if there will be a tik toc clip on today's vlog!

Also Ellie and Jared not being there was interesting. I know they have the moving situation but they are closer to Ruby than when they lived in Logan.

[emma2948]

1) I don't know how Ruby always manages to do this, but how in the world is she able to relate everything that her kids are doing to something about her. She's always saying stuff like, "When I was a kid, I use to do this", or "Me and my siblings loved doing that." Every once in awhile is fine, but Ruby ALWAYS does this. She really loves to talk about herself doesn't she? What a narcissist. I mean again in today's video, shes like "I remember when I used to come here with MY cousins." Like no one cares.

2) I'm honestly so shocked Kevin the absent father is actually spending time with his kids in the pool. I thought he'd be the snob and sit out this one and go sit on a sun chair or something and be on his phone. But I guess for Russell's birthday, he has to keep up his fake image of a father who's actually there for his children.

3) I agree with everyone on the whole cake issue. But I find it upsetting how when Ruby mentions its 'Shari's cake,' she praises the decoration of the cake. But when she changes her mind and says Chad's the one who made it, she acts like the biggest bitch and says "It is the worst cake ever!! I don't want a single piece." (EXACTLY HER WORDS) How much more of a mean, vicious mother can you be when one of your children take his time to make a cake for his younger brother and you STILL insult Chad, Ruby? Your honestly the worst mother I've ever seen.

4) When Russell gets really excited (at the only good gift he was given, the laser tag thing) Ruby tells him to "shut it." Timestamp: (7:10 - 7:15)
So when he's laughing like a maniac, she says nothing, but when he gets excited at the one good gift he was given, then Ruby tells him to shut up?? Wth?

5) I don't blame Julie at all for not really hugging Ruby or saying a proper goodbye to her, BUT if I was Julie, I would watch my back and at least pretend to like Ruby so that I wouldn't get kicked off to spend time in the desert. I'm really worried though that Ruby has gone back to treating Julie like absolute crap again.

[Josette]

1) I don't know how Ruby always manages to do this, but how in the world is she able to relate everything that her kids are doing to something about her. She's always saying stuff like, "When I was a kid, I use to do this", or "Me and my siblings loved doing that." Every once in awhile is fine, but Ruby ALWAYS does this. She really loves to talk about herself doesn't she? What a narcissist. I mean again in today's video, shes like "I remember when I used to come here with MY cousins." Like no one cares.

2) I'm honestly so shocked Kevin the absent father is actually spending time with his kids in the pool. I thought he'd be the snob and sit out this one and go sit on a sun chair or something and be on his phone. But I guess for Russell's birthday, he has to keep up his fake image of a father who's actually there for his children.

3) I agree with everyone on the whole cake issue. But I find it upsetting how when Ruby mentions its 'Shari's cake,' she praises the decoration of the cake. But when she changes her mind and says Chad's the one who made it, she acts like the biggest bitch and says "It is the worst cake ever!! I don't want a single piece." (EXACTLY HER WORDS) How much more of a mean, vicious mother can you be when one of your children take his time to make a cake for his younger brother and you STILL insult Chad, Ruby? Your honestly the worst mother I've ever seen.

4) When Russell gets really excited (at the only good gift he was given, the laser tag thing) Ruby tells him to "shut it." Timestamp: (7:10 - 7:15)
So when he's laughing like a maniac, she says nothing, but when he gets excited at the one good gift he was given, then Ruby tells him to shut up?? Wth?

5) I don't blame Julie at all for not really hugging Ruby or saying a proper goodbye to her, BUT if I was Julie, I would watch my back and at least pretend to like Ruby so that I wouldn't get kicked off to spend time in the desert. I'm really worried though that Ruby has gone back to treating Julie like absolute crap again.

Ruby's behavior makes Joan "Mommie Dearest" Crawford look good. Uber bitchy, demeaning and just plain vile. Down the road Ruby will be wondering why her adult children (Except Shari/Ruby Jr) want nothing to do with her.