Michele Says:

Oct 25, 2007 1:38 pm

All I can say is... WOW! They need some help!

Jim 2.0 Says:

Oct 25, 2007 1:40 pm

Wow is right! They're a really great family, and we're having a lot of laughs so far today. I think even a little nudge toward the 21st century would help them out a lot. Can't wait to see how the Gurus hook them up!

Aunt Martha Says:

Oct 25, 2007 2:05 pm

congrats loved ones! Gurus, you may never want to leave this loving bunch. Thank you, Verizon, for being so kind to this wonderful family.

Jim 2.0 Says:

Oct 25, 2007 2:16 pm

Ahh, so it's Aunt Martha -- I was wondering how you got the inside scoop before I even posted about the family! :)

You're right -- I think Christine, Jay and the gang might actually have to kick the Gurus out after the shoot wraps today.

martha hursen Says:

Oct 25, 2007 3:16 pm

I'm busted,as the kids would say. Please post some pictures soon for this nebby (Pittsburgh word) techno-phobe.

Rachel Hursen Says:

Oct 25, 2007 4:06 pm

Oh wow! (I'm their cousin, by the way. "inside scoop" aunt martha is my mommy) I've never seen these guys so happy (except when another kid is born, but after 9 thats old news...) and excited. When i visited them, it was all smiles smiles smiles. There has never been a family that has deserved this so much! Yay for them! Have fun, you guru people. You've never met a more fun and insane family. (insane in a good way)

Amy Says:

Oct 25, 2007 5:23 pm

Congrats from Michigan! Hey, I've been calling all day... anybody going to answer that phone? I'm so happy for you guys. Love, Aunt Amy

Jim 2.0 Says:

Oct 25, 2007 5:43 pm

Welcome, Aunt Amy! This is so cool, I feel like I'm part of the family already.

I think they may actually have the ringer turned off because they're shooting inside the house -- those fancy microphones can practically pick up the sound of a pin dropping. There was a kid zooming up and down the street on a motorized scooter a little while ago that was driving the sound guy a little nutty.

I'll tell the superstars to give you a holler when they're done with their close-ups, though, Amy. ;)

Samuel Says:

Oct 25, 2007 6:48 pm

This experiance was awesome. The gurus were really fun and friendly. They made the experiance very enjoyable. Camera crew and workers were very kind and friendly. Overall fun day and unexpected.

Aunt Michelle and Uncle Dan Says:

Oct 25, 2007 9:18 pm

WOW! We are so excited for you all. Congratulations!! Courtney asked "When is movie night?"

Uncle Rich & Aunt Judi Says:

Oct 26, 2007 10:23 am

Congrats, Jay, Christine, etc.! Wonderful things do happen to GOOD people! Enjoy!!! Oh, and thank you, Verizon, for recognizing the beauty of this family!

Zaharko Family Says:

Oct 26, 2007 11:46 am

Congratulation Jay, Christine and Kids. We are all excited with your celebrity status. This couldn't happen to a nicer family. See you at the big party. Uncle Rich

Jim 2.0 Says:

Oct 26, 2007 2:16 pm

Welcome to the site, everyone! Can't wait to meet even more Zaharkos at the party.

rachel Says:

Oct 26, 2007 4:50 pm

yay for them! and i love the new video/ bloggy thing. so funny. can you guys come to school more often now?

Mom & Dad Zaharko Says:

Oct 27, 2007 4:30 pm

Jay, Christine, and Kids,
We wish you more luck than even before! Love, Mom & Dad
See ya the 17th!!!

Carrie (Cousin from NC) Says:

Oct 29, 2007 5:10 pm

Yippee!!!!! Congratulations to you all!!!! What a wonderful prize! You all look great and we are all so happy for you. A more beautiful and more deserving family could not have won!!!! Enjoy the upgrades!!! Love to you all....Carrie & Family

Jim 1.0 Says:

Oct 29, 2007 10:45 pm

Jay, be sure to request that all upgraded amplifying devices go to Eleven.

dave, beth and the boys Says:

Oct 30, 2007 8:05 am

JAY,CHRISTINE,AND FAMILY, I JUST SCANNED THE WEB-SITE.WOW!!!! LOOKS LIKE GREAT FUN!! CONGRATS TO YOU AND THE WHOLE BROOD. EMBRACE AND ENJOY THE DAYS AHEAD .. UNCLE DAVE AND FAMILY

Maureen Says:

Oct 30, 2007 9:36 am

Jay and Christine, and all those kids,
I am so happy for all of you, tearful watching the vidios. I don/t know if I can make it for the block party, but I'll try. You all definetely deserve this.

Jay Says:

Nov 02, 2007 6:59 pm

Thanks to everyone for checking in with their nice comments. The Zaharkos want to publicly thank everyone who is involved with this project. We had a blast on "Day 1" and are looking forward to more fun in a couple of weeks. Everyone has been fantastic.

Jim 2.0 Says:

Nov 02, 2007 7:10 pm

On behalf of all the crew, let me say that you are very welcome, Jay.

We're all really excited to get back to your house and start cranking on the upgrade. We were actually just talking about your family at lunch today on the Buckley shoot, wondering how the whole "moving into the My Home 2.0 RV" bit is going to work with 11 people...we might have to get a whole fleet of 'em!

By the way, have you seen the poll on the Tech Buzz forum? There seems to be some debate on whose block party will be the rockin-est. ;)

Jay Says:

Nov 02, 2007 7:17 pm

II know I am biased,but I think our Block Party will stack up (bad block pun) as the best. The RV situation causes laughter every time I mention it to someone. See you all in a couple of weeks.

Sharon Blakley Says:

Nov 07, 2007 10:52 am

Congratulations to a very special family.
Sharon

Nypaver Gang Says:

Nov 10, 2007 10:49 am

How cool it is that such a deserving family will be "ushered into the 21st century" in style! We love you guys and miss you since you moved away from your old "stomping grounds." May God continue to shower His blessings upon you all. How awesome!!
~Carol, Tom, and A.N.G.E.L.S-Michael, Gabriel,Thaddaeus,& Eva

Jim 2.0 Says:

Nov 10, 2007 10:52 am

Hi, Nypaver Gang! Just wondering...are the "old stomping grounds" still in the Pittsburgh area? If so, you guys should come to the party next Saturday!

Thimons Family Says:

Nov 10, 2007 3:49 pm

Congratulations Zaharko Family.......We are all so happy for you. You certainly desire this blessing. We love you. Your friends from Bellevue. Rick, Mary, Julie, Sara, Amy, Katie, Michael, Lisa, and Theresa.

Lovre Family Says:

Nov 11, 2007 7:24 pm

Hey Zaharkos....Congratulations!!! We're all excited for you and it could of not happened to a nicer family. Good luck with your new Digs....See you at the party! Don, Monica, JR and Annamarie

uncle tom and aunt martha Says:

Nov 11, 2007 8:59 pm

.well the week of your lifetime, minus, of course your wedding and children's births, is here! No doubt Christine is thrilled to start the week with a Steelers' win. She is such an obsessed fan. Anyway, enjoy the ride. We could not be happier for you. The idea of the "Zaharko Eleven" living in the RV for three days is a hoot. We cannot wait to see the results and hang out with the masses at the block party. Last, but not least, Happy Birthday Emily! You rock, Em. Love you all.

Amy Thimons Says:

Nov 12, 2007 3:17 pm

Wow! Guys, this is pretty cool... I can't wait you on TV (although I'd rather see you in person)! yay =)

Dick and Gail Restelli Says:

Nov 12, 2007 5:56 pm

We are so excited to be living across the street from the "famous family".All of you have touched our hearts since the day you moved in. We have grown to love and cherish each and everyone of you. This could not have happened to a finer family. Thanks Verizon for the best selection! And thanks Martha for reminding me--HAPPY BIRTHDAY EMILY!!!!!!
Love and hugs, Dick and Gail

Nypaver Gang Says:

Nov 12, 2007 8:30 pm

Hey, Jim!
We're still in Bellevue (going on 19 years)!
Can't wait for the block party----the "Z"s always throw a great shindig! We're looking forward to it! See ya' there!
Happy Birthday, Emily! Can't wait to see what "magic" Verizon has in mind for you, Dear Girl!
Love to all!
Carol, Tom and Co.

Nypaver Gang Says:

Nov 12, 2007 8:34 pm

Christine.....
I hope this means that you'll FINALLY start responding to my emails. tee hee I know you have nothing else to do with you time.......lol.
Christmas comes early to the Zaharko home!!!!!
Carol
Happy Thanksgiving!

Cassie S. Says:

Nov 12, 2007 8:53 pm

The Zaharkos ROCK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Congrats!
See you at school on Tuesday Lucy.

You guys deserved it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Congrats,

Cassie

Cassie S. Says:

Nov 12, 2007 8:56 pm

See you at the BLOCKPARTY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

P.S. Loved the videos

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Renee Manzetti Says:

Nov 14, 2007 7:44 am

Congratulations! You are all looking fine!
See you Saturday!

martha hursen Says:

Nov 14, 2007 10:01 am

patiently awaiting updates

Pat Beharry Says:

Nov 15, 2007 10:14 am

I was thrilled to learn that the Zaharkos were chosen to be a Verizon 2.0 family! I had the great pleasure of working with the Zaharkos to find their new home on Concord Drive (they needed more bedrooms!). Being the 2nd oldest of eight, I immediately felt at home with Jay, Christine and all of the children. I loved every moment I spent with them and was totally impressed by the loving, respectful and joyful atmosphere that permeates their family life under all circumstances. They are truly a special family derserving of all good things that come to them. I started out as their Realtor and became a friend...lucky me Can't wait to see them on Saturday! Thanks Verizon...great choice!

Maurie & Gene Says:

Dec 11, 2007 6:20 pm

We , the family in North Carolina, could not be happier for Chrissy and Jay and family. They will really put to use the equipment! They a credit to their parents.

christine Says:

Dec 11, 2007 10:44 pm

Hello family and friends...this is Christine, and I am so sorry that I have not kept up our blog...I was so glad to see Maurie and Gene up there...they are a beautiful couple, and they know how to throw parties...I remember growing up and always having such good times at their house...I believe it was Gene who said (after baby number six) You guys need a TV in your bedroom!!!! Well now we have a TV as big a our bedroom!

Butch Ratkus Says:

Dec 12, 2007 6:56 pm

Congrats to all yinz from a family member in exile in Philadelphia! Certainly you can well utilize all the electronic gizmos and other 21st Century stuff. I'm so happy for yinz. Since the holidays are fast approaching, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, or as they say in LIthuanian (without the accent marks) Linksmu Kaledu ir Laimingu Naujuju Metu!