I don't think they have to be in a serious relationship for them to introduce the kids to each other. At some point it was going to happen. The concern is the heavy PDA between them two that might send the wrong message to the kids.

Yeah, I agree Rosadilia. I think its too soon for the PDA in front of the kids.

I dont know, Lance and Kate just turn me off.

no words

I totally agree.

Did she introduce her son to Owen? Too much confusion for him.

I hate when people do this. Kids get attached to people very quickly, and if you're not certain that person is going to remain in your life, you shouldn't introduce them to your kids. PERIOD. My son from my first marriage didn't meet my husband now until we had been dating for over a year and were going to get engaged. Not because I didn't trust my husband, but because I didn't want to add any more instability to the life of a kid who already had his life thrown into a tailspin when his parents got divorced. Parents need to think more about the kids FIRST and their own libido second. PERIOD. I'm not saying a parent shouldn't have fun and be able to live their lives, but don't let it affect your kids.

i agree mykie 10000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000%

Well said, Mykie!!

On the flip side, when my sister began dating her now husband, she took her daughter with her whenever they went out. She wanted to send a clear strong message that it was a package deal, her and her daughter. She also wanted him to not only fall in love with her but also with her daughter. It all turned out good as they have now been married for 15 years and my niece considers him her real dad.

I can see both sides of it. I rarely saw Owen out with Ryder so I'm thinking maybe she knew that wasn't a good influence on him or that it wouldn't last. Maybe she feels like this one is a keeper. Good for them if that is the case. Owen was/is bad news.

i agree with rosa and mykie

awww - isn't that sweet that the families are bonding so nicely. i hope that they continue to have a great time together. it's always hard to date when you have kids - and you don't want them to get too attached. especially with being a celeb. if kate and lance were to split, their kids would still see the other person on tv.

I bored off these two now!

mykie i can't agree more!

Do not want.

They certainly seem to be moving at an ACCELERATED pace. I agree about the kids meeting, Mykie7. I'm most concerned about the kids growing attachment to each other. We can only hope this relationship works, because Lance's kids are obviously bonding with Ryder and vice versa.

chiquitita: what you said may be truth when couples are more stable in creating a serious & lasting relationship. Looking at the "relationship" resume for both Katie and Lance I doubt that these two will make it past a year together. Therefore I TOTALLY agree with "mykie"

Katie seems to have no morals...she is showing promiscuity at its best

mykie, i totally agree with you!

fugly outfit......I still think she is a putanna...

i don't see why all these men fall for kate...

she's ok...not super hot

everyone is being so harsh on this couple, what if they are in love and getting serious! no one can really know that! so please give them a breather!

Vapid.

I agree with Rosa and Mykie. I have experienced this situation firsthand, because my dad has had a few long-term relationships after my mom died seven years ago. Just a few weeks after he would get into a relationship with someone, he would introduce them to me and my sisters. I respect the fact that he wanted to emphasize that we were a part of his life and that we are a package deal (as chiquitita said), but I think its really complicated especially when the woman he is dating also has children (which all of them did) and then my dad and his girlfriend want to pretend like they are still two single 20 year olds. By that I mean that they would have a lot of PDA, like Kate and Lance, and they would often seem like they were in their own little world. It was not a very pleasant atmosphere for me, my sisters, and her children.

Thanks everyone!

And Chiquita, I'm very happy that it worked out for your sister, but sadly that usually isn't the case. You can let someone know you and your kids are a package deal though without having to bring the kids along. If they see you dealing with sitters, not able to go out on a moments notice, having to cancel dates because the kids are sick etc. then they learn pretty darn fast that the child is #1.

And yeah, I didn't even THINK about the bond the kids are forming. That will be difficult too. Bad, bad idea all around.

they're pda is way crazy but i like them!

Maybe I am missing something....I looked at all of the photos and Kate & Lance aren't touching in one.

I still really like Kate, she is such a cutie and she seems nice.

i am getting sick of these two!

rvd, that may be because the kids are around. But everyone is referring to their PAST PDA, not this one. Those two are practically attached at the tonsils any other time. LOL

Hope it works out...for the kids' sakes.

I love her T-shirt! I finally found out it is the ABC tee by Whitley Kros. They have a cool website too, everyone should check it out!