Emily picked Jef.
The end.
Just kidding...
Yawwn! I'm tired. Finding true love is exhausting.
Thank God (and Mary and Dave) for PVRs...we started late (Welcome home by the way) and thankfully we could glide through commercials.
So here are some points. Truth be told, I was riveted and didn't take careful notes..and was at the end of my end of the couch for the very emotional parts...and there were emotional parts.
Parental meeting:
Emily's parents, brother and mostly mute sister-in-law approved of them both and provided not help to her with decision making.
I thought both Arie and Jef were dressed fairly casually in jeans and t-shirt. And Arie brought a quasi-regifted gift. His rose awards. Hmm? Odd and I didn't see how that would be thoughtful..as a 'gift' to
Emily..but the the family? Definitely a "holy crap I should give a gift so that it looks good but all I have is mainly dead roses that may have some meaning and I"ll it put it in a decorative box that is from the hotel lobby".
That's what I thought of Arie's gift.
Note-not at all related to the journey to true love
What kind of brutally low fibre, high glycemic index breakfast did poor Ricky have...white bread and grape jelly. Hmm..maybe fibre is tough to come by on the island. Then some poor birds got the leftovers.
Individual dates
Jef and Emily sit on the beach and have a big serious discussion-rare on this show. then Emily decides she's going to introduce Jef to Ricky. Ricky speaks! Jef dons pink goggles and they all have a blast in the pool. Sweet. Jef does well.
then they get out of the pool and Emily walks Jef to the door to say 'get ready for dinner'. Emily shows up at Jef's casa where there is one piece of dessert on the table. Did each of them forgo their individual dinners for a chance to share a dessert in Jef's suite? Hmm..maybe the pool date lasted too long and their wasn't enough time for dinner.
Jef continued with the lack of creative gift idea. He stopped in the bookstore and bought a book on Curacao! and drew stick figures in it because he's all zany like that.
Emily is thrilled with their date..
So much so..that she needs a Chris intervention.
Emily's sad! She's confused..well no not really...she doesn't want to fake a date with Arie whilst she knows she has made up her mind with Jef. Woo-hoo! Here's to figuring out what you really really really want. Chris tells her to tell Arie exactly what she said to Chris.
And she did not.
Love potion-Dinah's potion doens't work for Arie.
Unsuspecting Arie is walking along..much more walking on this episode than any other. maybe gas prices are high on the island...when Dinah pops out and tells Arie he will make a love potion. I am gripped with the futility of this endeavour. He picks flours, pours some tonic into them and then massages them and bottles it.
Emily arrives..and he says he has some potion..and he rubs it on her arms.hmm..maybe he didn't get the directions right. Maybe he was supposed to rub it on him? or maybe he made repellant by accident.
Emily sits Arie down and says...a lot of things..but not much..but Arie gets the jist..kisses her and says I should go. Yup. Right-o..but Emily..driven by guilt wants to make it okay...that's tough...you can't console the person you are breaking up with..a wise woman once said.
Arie climbs into the vehicle..bewildered.
Jef..meanwhile goes to meet NEIL LANE. who always introduces himself by his first and last name. He helps Jef pick a ring..and gives some platitudes..the ring 'cements the deal'.
Ceremony.
Emily is looking gorgeous..a wee too much bejewelling and bedazzling up top..but her dress is prett and flowy. It still sounded like she wasn't sure she's accept a proposal. She mentioned (about 5 times) that she didn't want to be teh person who was engageed 15 times and didn't get married. Now Emily..not that i'm counting..but its only been twice and you are going on 3. Worse to get married 15 times..then I'd say Charlotte, we've got a problem.
Jef arrives.also looking super stylish...i didn't notice his shoes..perhaps he chose leather? dunno.
Emily started the conversation..and told him he's the one.and that she loved him..and that only he met Ricky..and Arie didn't have adate. Jef said some beautiful things and got down on one knee..and Emily accepted..after 10 seconds.I think she was contemplating whether she would accept this proposal. She said YES!
They kiss.
Ricky comes out..she wore cute yellow wedges.
They all look adorable together.
After the rose...
Poor Arie..busted up..but not broken. Flew to Charlotte and gave emily his journal. Awesome that he kept a journal. also aweome that she didn't read it.
Ashley and JP on the show. Ashleyis still annoying.
Deanna was on too. or should I say Deeyawna. nothing interesting.
Then Mr. Stagliano..super upbeat..despite being unlucky in love:) Word.
Jef and Emily..in public. I like Jef. would not have picked him for the end.
He's really super sweet..almost too sweet..but with his confidence he pulls in off.
He will move to Charlotte so as not to uproot Ricky.
But first..they are going to Africa...at this juncture.I'd like to point out my friend's brilliant idea for a documentary called "Africa: it's not a country".
But the couple is all good..they seem solid.
I heard he next Bachelor is Roberto..but not formal announcement..seems like all the press is going to Bachelor Pad..which promises..to by skanky..I mean entertaining.
Until next season Bachelor faithful...I LOVE THIS SHOW!!!
Monday, July 23, 2012
Monday, July 16, 2012
Men shouldn't tell all
Here's an idea.
Next season, if your time is tight, find out when men or women tell all is- and watch that episode. That will fill you in completely and captures the embarassing, sweet, dumb, dumb-a$#, insulting and romantic highlights of all the show.
So. Many. Repeats.
Even a PVRd version (thanks Michelle!) was a bit too long.
Chris continues to exceed expectations as a host. He is funny, appropriately irreverant and remains likeable.
So as one of the bachelors said-the man claws are out.
You know, male or female, griping, whining and complaining is highly unappealing. I do enjoy it in small doses on this show when men complain and gossip about one another- traits that are stereotypically assigned to females. The 'bro code' if one does exist is smashed on this show.
Chris was complaining about Ryan, MC Stevie about Kalon, Doug about Kalon...and Sean about noone..well because Sean is perfect..for me..i mean to me:)
Kalon's BS is unparalleled in Bachelor history. Stevie, Chris H, Doug AND Emily called him on it.
Emily wishes that he finds faith in something larger than his Prada shoes and rented helicopter. Amen sista. For the record, I doubt Kalon's shoes are that big;)
And the attitude of gratitude goes to........oh wait...there's a tie..to Sean ANC Chris. They both are very thankful to Emily for opening their eyes to true love. Chris is now a believer in true love...and Sean now believes that a woman can break up with him. But seriously.how awesome is Sean's mom when she sagely said that this will be healthy for him in the long run.
Chris (host) did ask Chris (bachelor) if he had anger issues. You know...I thought I saw a lot of anger in Chris' eyes too...hmm..well...seems like Chris switches to another less helping coping mechanism..of switching up partners faster than you can say Polish polka on the Bachelor bad. Perhaps the Bachelor pad will put a "one two three and one two three" back into his step. Hopa!
Can't say I've ever seen a full episode of the Bachelor pad...it seems like it is chock full on drama..it's like Big Brother, Wipe Out and Survivor all rolled into one.
A final word about Emily. Emily came out looking smashing in a rose coloured dress. I thought she could have chose a more classic shoe (perhaps like Kate's signature nude heel)...but nevertheless she looked gorgeous. She did use the very base metaphor of 'ripping him a new one' when speaking about Kalon. Sigh. Not elegant. However, she was lovely with Sean, graciously self depracating with Doug and pleasantly congenial with Ryan.
I heard a rumour (thanks Kristy's bf)..that Chris and Emily might have a thing..whah??????!!!!...is this the cause of her not being certain..and to add to that rumour..Chris chooses not to ask if she's engaged or in love. Perhaps he can't bear to hear the answer..or maybe she'll preset the final rose to him.
I can't get enough of this drama....can't wait till NEXT SUNDAY....only 6 more days!!
Until Sunday, I love this show!!!!
Next season, if your time is tight, find out when men or women tell all is- and watch that episode. That will fill you in completely and captures the embarassing, sweet, dumb, dumb-a$#, insulting and romantic highlights of all the show.
So. Many. Repeats.
Even a PVRd version (thanks Michelle!) was a bit too long.
Chris continues to exceed expectations as a host. He is funny, appropriately irreverant and remains likeable.
So as one of the bachelors said-the man claws are out.
You know, male or female, griping, whining and complaining is highly unappealing. I do enjoy it in small doses on this show when men complain and gossip about one another- traits that are stereotypically assigned to females. The 'bro code' if one does exist is smashed on this show.
Chris was complaining about Ryan, MC Stevie about Kalon, Doug about Kalon...and Sean about noone..well because Sean is perfect..for me..i mean to me:)
Kalon's BS is unparalleled in Bachelor history. Stevie, Chris H, Doug AND Emily called him on it.
Emily wishes that he finds faith in something larger than his Prada shoes and rented helicopter. Amen sista. For the record, I doubt Kalon's shoes are that big;)
And the attitude of gratitude goes to........oh wait...there's a tie..to Sean ANC Chris. They both are very thankful to Emily for opening their eyes to true love. Chris is now a believer in true love...and Sean now believes that a woman can break up with him. But seriously.how awesome is Sean's mom when she sagely said that this will be healthy for him in the long run.
Chris (host) did ask Chris (bachelor) if he had anger issues. You know...I thought I saw a lot of anger in Chris' eyes too...hmm..well...seems like Chris switches to another less helping coping mechanism..of switching up partners faster than you can say Polish polka on the Bachelor bad. Perhaps the Bachelor pad will put a "one two three and one two three" back into his step. Hopa!
Can't say I've ever seen a full episode of the Bachelor pad...it seems like it is chock full on drama..it's like Big Brother, Wipe Out and Survivor all rolled into one.
A final word about Emily. Emily came out looking smashing in a rose coloured dress. I thought she could have chose a more classic shoe (perhaps like Kate's signature nude heel)...but nevertheless she looked gorgeous. She did use the very base metaphor of 'ripping him a new one' when speaking about Kalon. Sigh. Not elegant. However, she was lovely with Sean, graciously self depracating with Doug and pleasantly congenial with Ryan.
I heard a rumour (thanks Kristy's bf)..that Chris and Emily might have a thing..whah??????!!!!...is this the cause of her not being certain..and to add to that rumour..Chris chooses not to ask if she's engaged or in love. Perhaps he can't bear to hear the answer..or maybe she'll preset the final rose to him.
I can't get enough of this drama....can't wait till NEXT SUNDAY....only 6 more days!!
Until Sunday, I love this show!!!!
Monday, July 9, 2012
The Curacao for Bachelorette Boredom
Wow-the season is a game changer.
Being a seasoned, dedicated viewer-the FODs hold a special ritual the FOD card is never turned down..andsometimes the woman says "lets go check it out" meaning I don't want to say yes right away but Yes.
This show the FOD meant the Fantasy hang out suite for a bit...but not even for all of them.
First..a google search tells me they're in the Carribean..I had no idea where Curacao is..except on some drink menus. I really need to read my "Complete History of the World Book" sometime.
First on the island..my vote for Emily...hunky, hulking, bulky, bicepy Sean. Sigh. He's the Thor of these Avengers. Sean and Emily had a beach day- some conversation..Emily wanted him to say the 143...but he held off. First some snorkeling. She said she had a nice dinner planned for him later. Where was the dinner? At the 'dinner ' date...I think Sean's luggage got lost because he was wearing the same shorts and another unfortunate v-neck tshirt. I prefer the crew variety. They really like letter writing on this episode.Sean wrote a letter to Ricky-sweet and heartfelt. I heart Sean..this letter trumped Jef's last week. EMily presented teh date card...and she says she wants to spend more time with him. Sean accepts more time..but..he doesn't say overnight...and he's down with that.
Sean is awesome. I like Sean.
Jef
Wow..what was Jef thinking when he packed those shorts. Were those PJ shorts. Emily is happy to see pj boy...the board a very windy sailboat..that tosses their hair around.but the appetizers on the plate seem to remain planted on the plate. I didn't get it..but I don't sail. They sail to shore..and somehow get to shore....by swimming? dunno..but they have a change of clothes. They do have a dinner to go to...Emily is wearing something sparkly (surprise)...and Jef had a change of clothes...Jef asks some hard hitting questions...the good questions..like where will we live, why don't things work out with you and other dudes (fyi..dumb question...especially if another single person is asking...)Emily repeats those questions to him. Apparently Emily is very mobile and will move her and Ricky. Emily says that he ignites self confidence in her. The only thing I find flammable about Jef is his hair product. Oops..that and when he burned Emily..she didn't get scorched from her self confidence but when he turned the down the date card faster than you could say hot tub. Ouch. Jef said that they had to bridle their passions...yep...that's his ranch talk. They did sit on the big comfy couch in the suite...it looked like the couch from the kids show.
Arie..
Arie is cute..and a great kisser...but when I see him..he kind looks like he's having an allergic reaction to something..like he' slightly stuffed up...maybe a sinus thing. Arie's the last date to arrive. I think Arie and Sean had the same shorts. To make up for the missed footage from teh fantasy overnight suites...there was ample time for Arie and Emily.. to kiss again and again and again. Emily and Arie go to swim with dolphins..but Arie pushes the dolphin away..toprotect Emily.
Now on to the date..they do have a dinner. Suprisingly Arie has a lot of questions..and he has some ideas about how to build a relatioship with Ricky. Sweet. Emily asked Arie some lifestyle questions..like when he gets up..Arie gets up around 9 am. And Arie eats out for every meal. Well..that will change if Arie rolls into Ricky's life-he willhave a rude awakening..way earlier than 9 AM:)
Most emotional deliberation ever..
I know this is a show, heavily edited, not grounded in toomuch reality..but I think Emily is quite genuine..and that she really felt a bit messed up. Well clearly she didn't think through her outfits. I think she forgot her matching sparkly top to her mermaid bottom..and decided to wear her Gap tank top..and all the jewellery she owned to detract from her plain top.
She looked a bit dazed when she was watching the video messages. I honestly thought it was going to be Sean the last man standing. Turned out he was teh first man sitting...in the car on the way to the airport! What? Sean? Why?????? Why Sean? Slow golf clap for Sean for keeping his composure in the car. What an elegant, eloquent, dignified exit.
I don't get it...I still don't get it. I heart Sean..for Emily I mean.
Next week....Men tell all...
And then..the finale is on a Sunday? What? What next...they give out carnations...My bachelor world is turned upside down.
PS I think Chris is trying to copy Jef's hair.
Being a seasoned, dedicated viewer-the FODs hold a special ritual the FOD card is never turned down..andsometimes the woman says "lets go check it out" meaning I don't want to say yes right away but Yes.
This show the FOD meant the Fantasy hang out suite for a bit...but not even for all of them.
First..a google search tells me they're in the Carribean..I had no idea where Curacao is..except on some drink menus. I really need to read my "Complete History of the World Book" sometime.
First on the island..my vote for Emily...hunky, hulking, bulky, bicepy Sean. Sigh. He's the Thor of these Avengers. Sean and Emily had a beach day- some conversation..Emily wanted him to say the 143...but he held off. First some snorkeling. She said she had a nice dinner planned for him later. Where was the dinner? At the 'dinner ' date...I think Sean's luggage got lost because he was wearing the same shorts and another unfortunate v-neck tshirt. I prefer the crew variety. They really like letter writing on this episode.Sean wrote a letter to Ricky-sweet and heartfelt. I heart Sean..this letter trumped Jef's last week. EMily presented teh date card...and she says she wants to spend more time with him. Sean accepts more time..but..he doesn't say overnight...and he's down with that.
Sean is awesome. I like Sean.
Jef
Wow..what was Jef thinking when he packed those shorts. Were those PJ shorts. Emily is happy to see pj boy...the board a very windy sailboat..that tosses their hair around.but the appetizers on the plate seem to remain planted on the plate. I didn't get it..but I don't sail. They sail to shore..and somehow get to shore....by swimming? dunno..but they have a change of clothes. They do have a dinner to go to...Emily is wearing something sparkly (surprise)...and Jef had a change of clothes...Jef asks some hard hitting questions...the good questions..like where will we live, why don't things work out with you and other dudes (fyi..dumb question...especially if another single person is asking...)Emily repeats those questions to him. Apparently Emily is very mobile and will move her and Ricky. Emily says that he ignites self confidence in her. The only thing I find flammable about Jef is his hair product. Oops..that and when he burned Emily..she didn't get scorched from her self confidence but when he turned the down the date card faster than you could say hot tub. Ouch. Jef said that they had to bridle their passions...yep...that's his ranch talk. They did sit on the big comfy couch in the suite...it looked like the couch from the kids show.
Arie..
Arie is cute..and a great kisser...but when I see him..he kind looks like he's having an allergic reaction to something..like he' slightly stuffed up...maybe a sinus thing. Arie's the last date to arrive. I think Arie and Sean had the same shorts. To make up for the missed footage from teh fantasy overnight suites...there was ample time for Arie and Emily.. to kiss again and again and again. Emily and Arie go to swim with dolphins..but Arie pushes the dolphin away..toprotect Emily.
Now on to the date..they do have a dinner. Suprisingly Arie has a lot of questions..and he has some ideas about how to build a relatioship with Ricky. Sweet. Emily asked Arie some lifestyle questions..like when he gets up..Arie gets up around 9 am. And Arie eats out for every meal. Well..that will change if Arie rolls into Ricky's life-he willhave a rude awakening..way earlier than 9 AM:)
Most emotional deliberation ever..
I know this is a show, heavily edited, not grounded in toomuch reality..but I think Emily is quite genuine..and that she really felt a bit messed up. Well clearly she didn't think through her outfits. I think she forgot her matching sparkly top to her mermaid bottom..and decided to wear her Gap tank top..and all the jewellery she owned to detract from her plain top.
She looked a bit dazed when she was watching the video messages. I honestly thought it was going to be Sean the last man standing. Turned out he was teh first man sitting...in the car on the way to the airport! What? Sean? Why?????? Why Sean? Slow golf clap for Sean for keeping his composure in the car. What an elegant, eloquent, dignified exit.
I don't get it...I still don't get it. I heart Sean..for Emily I mean.
Next week....Men tell all...
And then..the finale is on a Sunday? What? What next...they give out carnations...My bachelor world is turned upside down.
PS I think Chris is trying to copy Jef's hair.
Monday, July 2, 2012
Hooray for Hometowns!
Why do I like hometowns? Well..partly because it is an insight into the gene pool of the last four standing, but mainly because it means that we are one week about from the FOD (the Fantasy Overnight dates)...which include the ritual surprise of the 'card from Chris'.
But alas.it's Hometowns..and there's only room for three on the FOD..so she must let one loose tonight..before they all get loose next week.
Chris
Well..Chris is from Chicago...one very cool city..apparenly also windy. But what a disappointment of a date. Not that I don't like exploring other people's cultures..but I thought he could have taken her to a few more interesting places. A quick google check revealed the Chicago has the most Polish people outside of Warsaw-hence the Polish themed date. The Polish restaurant had kitschy decor.and I think they drank beer..then they went to Chris' parents house. John -Chris' dad..seemed very sweet. The sister was bit tough on Emily..then it was time for a bit to eat. No too much food styling happened b/c the blue corningware dish was prominently featured. Then one more surprise. A polka party, replete with accordians (awesome-and I'm not being sarcastic), Polish party goers, costumes and of course..polka tunes. I think Emily tried to turn the two step into a polka (add one more step)..but wasn't overly successful. Chris told her he loved her. Of course he did. Accordians do set a mood..and make your heart race.
note: I love polkas.
Jef.
Wow..Jef's got a ranch. Well he needs a ranch to house the family. Do you think Jef's family really couldn't tear themselves away from a charity event in South Carolina to meet the bachelorette from North Carolina. Perhaps they don't approve of Jef's reality show appearance.
Well.Annie.I mean Emily get your gun...cause you're gonna shoot clay pigeons.and shoot she did..because she takes shooting lessons at home. Of course. Right. Why wouldn't you?
Emily had a good shot...and so did jef..in his skinny jeans.
And Jef wants Emily to always hold a gun.
I'll leave that comment alone.
But back at the ranch...really back at the ranch..all 17 of his family was there. Was it a dry picnic? Not that they don't have enough alcohol on the show..but was wondering if Jef was Mormon and if they talked about this. I was wracking by brain wondering if Jef drank on the show before...but I never thoght Jef would make it this far...so didn't pay too much attention.
Emily faced this sister panel very well and won them over.
When they were off were a walk...what was with Emily's side shimmy dance..perhaps she still had the music in her from polkapalooza in Chris' backyard.
Jef then read a very sweet love letter to Emily. I enjoyed the fromage thoroughly..I do like to indulge in it from time to time.
Arizona and Arie
Well, Emily quite eloquently says that Arie looks stupid hot. He must get stupid hot in that racing gear in Arizona. They go for a spin around the track..then change in time to meet his parents. Arie warns his parents are European and different. And again...she's probably thinking..hey..i just left little Warsaw in Chicago...what else are you going to throw at me. Emily gets a cool reception then had the family speak in Dutch in front of her. Rude. Arie translates. then Mieke..arie's mom..takes her to the bedroom. I would have been on edge...Mieke doesn't seem overly friendly...but they bond over talking about Arie and racing..and Mieke gives her approval. Arie's father seems very sweet..and is supportive.
Arie walks Emily to her car. Seriously..Arie gets high points for excellent kissing technique. Arie says he definitely wants to marry Emily.
Sean
Sean..looking very boyish in his striped shirt walking his dogs...greets Emily..they walk the very well behaved dogs. I've never noticed this before but both Sean and Emily lick their lips alot. Is it that dry in Dallas.or have I missed this all along.
Sean takes her to his parents home...plays a joke on her that he still lives there. It was funny after i found out he didn't live there. The smashed chips and half eaten cookie looked a little extreme...but I did believe he did live at home..and I was just about to vote him off the Fantasy Overnight Date..but he came back...nice! Phew! Emily handled it very well. Then I vote Seans' dad the sweetest man ever. I just wanted to hug him ...so loving and caring. His mom seemed super sweet too. It is an awesome family. Emily had to say good bye..an dthen Sean had to run after her vehicle for one more kiss. First Prague, then DAllas..what is with the running and yelling her name. A bit much.
Rose Ceremony-hold the cocktail party
Eek..who would it be..but first..why another hideous dress. does the bachelor budget blow all the money on travel and resort and does not allot enough for dresses...leaving gowns with bedazzling to try to leave an impression that this is a fancy dress. Sorry Emily..those are some awful dresses. Stick to the dresses you wear on your dates.
And the rose count down...Arie (of course), Jef (yep)..and Sean!! Later Chris. What rhymes with Chris and starts with a P and it means you're mad...yep Chris was p#@$ed!!!! he was angry. He seemed more angry than hurt. When they sat on the bench outside he said "i told you I loved you"..like that's a guarantee.And in the limo ride off..he said "I'm 10 x the man than any guys in the room"...eek..that's going to be played back for sure at the men tell all.
Guess that means the polka band has one less wedding booking this year.
until the FODs...I love this show!!
But alas.it's Hometowns..and there's only room for three on the FOD..so she must let one loose tonight..before they all get loose next week.
Chris
Well..Chris is from Chicago...one very cool city..apparenly also windy. But what a disappointment of a date. Not that I don't like exploring other people's cultures..but I thought he could have taken her to a few more interesting places. A quick google check revealed the Chicago has the most Polish people outside of Warsaw-hence the Polish themed date. The Polish restaurant had kitschy decor.and I think they drank beer..then they went to Chris' parents house. John -Chris' dad..seemed very sweet. The sister was bit tough on Emily..then it was time for a bit to eat. No too much food styling happened b/c the blue corningware dish was prominently featured. Then one more surprise. A polka party, replete with accordians (awesome-and I'm not being sarcastic), Polish party goers, costumes and of course..polka tunes. I think Emily tried to turn the two step into a polka (add one more step)..but wasn't overly successful. Chris told her he loved her. Of course he did. Accordians do set a mood..and make your heart race.
note: I love polkas.
Jef.
Wow..Jef's got a ranch. Well he needs a ranch to house the family. Do you think Jef's family really couldn't tear themselves away from a charity event in South Carolina to meet the bachelorette from North Carolina. Perhaps they don't approve of Jef's reality show appearance.
Well.Annie.I mean Emily get your gun...cause you're gonna shoot clay pigeons.and shoot she did..because she takes shooting lessons at home. Of course. Right. Why wouldn't you?
Emily had a good shot...and so did jef..in his skinny jeans.
And Jef wants Emily to always hold a gun.
I'll leave that comment alone.
But back at the ranch...really back at the ranch..all 17 of his family was there. Was it a dry picnic? Not that they don't have enough alcohol on the show..but was wondering if Jef was Mormon and if they talked about this. I was wracking by brain wondering if Jef drank on the show before...but I never thoght Jef would make it this far...so didn't pay too much attention.
Emily faced this sister panel very well and won them over.
When they were off were a walk...what was with Emily's side shimmy dance..perhaps she still had the music in her from polkapalooza in Chris' backyard.
Jef then read a very sweet love letter to Emily. I enjoyed the fromage thoroughly..I do like to indulge in it from time to time.
Arizona and Arie
Well, Emily quite eloquently says that Arie looks stupid hot. He must get stupid hot in that racing gear in Arizona. They go for a spin around the track..then change in time to meet his parents. Arie warns his parents are European and different. And again...she's probably thinking..hey..i just left little Warsaw in Chicago...what else are you going to throw at me. Emily gets a cool reception then had the family speak in Dutch in front of her. Rude. Arie translates. then Mieke..arie's mom..takes her to the bedroom. I would have been on edge...Mieke doesn't seem overly friendly...but they bond over talking about Arie and racing..and Mieke gives her approval. Arie's father seems very sweet..and is supportive.
Arie walks Emily to her car. Seriously..Arie gets high points for excellent kissing technique. Arie says he definitely wants to marry Emily.
Sean
Sean..looking very boyish in his striped shirt walking his dogs...greets Emily..they walk the very well behaved dogs. I've never noticed this before but both Sean and Emily lick their lips alot. Is it that dry in Dallas.or have I missed this all along.
Sean takes her to his parents home...plays a joke on her that he still lives there. It was funny after i found out he didn't live there. The smashed chips and half eaten cookie looked a little extreme...but I did believe he did live at home..and I was just about to vote him off the Fantasy Overnight Date..but he came back...nice! Phew! Emily handled it very well. Then I vote Seans' dad the sweetest man ever. I just wanted to hug him ...so loving and caring. His mom seemed super sweet too. It is an awesome family. Emily had to say good bye..an dthen Sean had to run after her vehicle for one more kiss. First Prague, then DAllas..what is with the running and yelling her name. A bit much.
Rose Ceremony-hold the cocktail party
Eek..who would it be..but first..why another hideous dress. does the bachelor budget blow all the money on travel and resort and does not allot enough for dresses...leaving gowns with bedazzling to try to leave an impression that this is a fancy dress. Sorry Emily..those are some awful dresses. Stick to the dresses you wear on your dates.
And the rose count down...Arie (of course), Jef (yep)..and Sean!! Later Chris. What rhymes with Chris and starts with a P and it means you're mad...yep Chris was p#@$ed!!!! he was angry. He seemed more angry than hurt. When they sat on the bench outside he said "i told you I loved you"..like that's a guarantee.And in the limo ride off..he said "I'm 10 x the man than any guys in the room"...eek..that's going to be played back for sure at the men tell all.
Guess that means the polka band has one less wedding booking this year.
until the FODs...I love this show!!
Monday, June 25, 2012
The almost hometowns: Much ado about nothing
Yawwwwn.
This was the episode to miss.
Well Prague was pretty. That's about it. Emily had some Eastern Bloc gangsta chic going on.
This is what happened-
Shocking controversy
Arie dated before Emily.
Isn't it shocking that people have a dating past?
No it isn't.
NBD.
The episode was so boring that I was struck by the similarity of bachelors t-shirts. It looked like they were Bachelor issue. While they were sitting around (they do a lot of sitting around and talkingin a semi-circle on this show) I noticed they had the same t-shirts but in different colour. And they all had the same slight V-neck, but in an assortment of colours.
First date Arie.
Well...Arie loves Croatia..and not just because Croatia is AWESOME, but that's where he fell in love with Emily...Yep. Arie and Emily discuss the issue off camera of him dating someone 2 years before Emily who happens to be a producer..and they kiss and make up.
Weird wardrobe choice #1: She had some weird eastern european cougar top on...not that Emily is a cougar and I have disdain for the word cougar..but I think I have more disdain for the concept and well to be frank becoming one..but back to her top..it was visible leopard print and it was sequiny. those two styles in extreme moderation could be passable, but ensembly...it spells bad taste.
Dear John
You know ever since last episode I think he would get a dear john letter. John and Emily had a date..and they had a dungeon date so that Emily could 'go a little deeper' with John. Nope. Subtley with metaphor and clothing choices are lost on this show. I could not see their connection. John shared another sad story of someone cheating on him. Sad yes. A stellar move that inspires confidence. Not so much. The weirdest thing was when he recalled the night he couldn't get ahold of his girlfriend, so he called hospitals and...prisons? Whah? She's so not trustworthy that she may be a felon. This was going downhilll fast and they were already in a dungeon.The body language was screaming...No chemistry. I think John kissed Emily from about 1 m away-showing his superior hip flexion and that he has an issue with body proximity. He comes home from the date thinking all is swell. Question: Why is his middle name Wolf...and he's a data destruction specialist. He must have a seriously dangerous paper shredder.
I thought John was a little out of sorts..but I think being under house arrest made Sean crack a little so that he ran through the streets of Prague to find Emily. How would he find her? Call me lazy but I would have just turned and asked the cameraperson. Perhaps he's crazy in love. Well...he found her! And they shared a brewski and talked about love. How romantic. Love and Beer. Perhaps love and de beers...but I would never put love and beer in the same sentence.
Meanwhile..Chris is unravelling. John is telling everyone how awesome the date was...sometimes delusion is helpful. He's going on the triple date. Doug the dad gets sent home...does an unflattering cry in the limo. But is the crying really for Emily or is it more of a lament for himself. I think the latter.
To get a wee philosophical-so many of the guys talk about how Emily makes them feel great about themselves...so is it Emily they need or perhaps some ego enhancement.
What does 'daylight and a dollar short' mean? I don't like cliches when I understand them, even less when I don't get them.
Back at the Prague guest house, Jeff, Jon and Arie are sitting around and talking about roses. It seemed a bit funny....like me sitting with my friends talking about car wax.
Jef date.
I liked the little flap Jef had on his jeans.
Weird wardobe #2 what was Emily's footwear about? Looks like she needed to detangle and comb her boots before going out. Speaking of detangling-they got marionettes and did a puppet show about their love story. I thought I was witnessing some child therapy session. I think Jef told her he loves Emily with his marionette.
They lie down on the library floor and look at the ceiling and talk about getting married and starting a family. Then he said something to her that required bleeping.
Rose Ceremony
Chris is going to talk to Emily at the cocktail party. Wrong! Emily made up her mind.
Weird Wardrobe choice #3 the cellophane dress. It looked like blue shiny gift wrap. Mind you.not everyone can look great in cellophane...gotta give it up for Emily
When Chris announces no cocktail party-Chris starts to sweat.
The Rose Ceremony..Emily hand out roses as predicted Jef, Arie..now....cut to Chris saying he needs to talk to Emily. he talks about how worthy she is and how he is right for her. I think it's entirely unnecessary...but I think Chris started to believe John.
And the final rose goes to....Chris!!!
John is in disbelief..he's likely the only one. The good thing is that he doesn't think that it is him...but something that Chris said.
And off John goes hoping to find his Cinderalla..well Wolf man....go destroy some data.
Next week...hometowns!!!!
Until next week...I love this show...
This was the episode to miss.
Well Prague was pretty. That's about it. Emily had some Eastern Bloc gangsta chic going on.
This is what happened-
Shocking controversy
Arie dated before Emily.
Isn't it shocking that people have a dating past?
No it isn't.
NBD.
The episode was so boring that I was struck by the similarity of bachelors t-shirts. It looked like they were Bachelor issue. While they were sitting around (they do a lot of sitting around and talkingin a semi-circle on this show) I noticed they had the same t-shirts but in different colour. And they all had the same slight V-neck, but in an assortment of colours.
First date Arie.
Well...Arie loves Croatia..and not just because Croatia is AWESOME, but that's where he fell in love with Emily...Yep. Arie and Emily discuss the issue off camera of him dating someone 2 years before Emily who happens to be a producer..and they kiss and make up.
Weird wardrobe choice #1: She had some weird eastern european cougar top on...not that Emily is a cougar and I have disdain for the word cougar..but I think I have more disdain for the concept and well to be frank becoming one..but back to her top..it was visible leopard print and it was sequiny. those two styles in extreme moderation could be passable, but ensembly...it spells bad taste.
Dear John
You know ever since last episode I think he would get a dear john letter. John and Emily had a date..and they had a dungeon date so that Emily could 'go a little deeper' with John. Nope. Subtley with metaphor and clothing choices are lost on this show. I could not see their connection. John shared another sad story of someone cheating on him. Sad yes. A stellar move that inspires confidence. Not so much. The weirdest thing was when he recalled the night he couldn't get ahold of his girlfriend, so he called hospitals and...prisons? Whah? She's so not trustworthy that she may be a felon. This was going downhilll fast and they were already in a dungeon.The body language was screaming...No chemistry. I think John kissed Emily from about 1 m away-showing his superior hip flexion and that he has an issue with body proximity. He comes home from the date thinking all is swell. Question: Why is his middle name Wolf...and he's a data destruction specialist. He must have a seriously dangerous paper shredder.
I thought John was a little out of sorts..but I think being under house arrest made Sean crack a little so that he ran through the streets of Prague to find Emily. How would he find her? Call me lazy but I would have just turned and asked the cameraperson. Perhaps he's crazy in love. Well...he found her! And they shared a brewski and talked about love. How romantic. Love and Beer. Perhaps love and de beers...but I would never put love and beer in the same sentence.
Meanwhile..Chris is unravelling. John is telling everyone how awesome the date was...sometimes delusion is helpful. He's going on the triple date. Doug the dad gets sent home...does an unflattering cry in the limo. But is the crying really for Emily or is it more of a lament for himself. I think the latter.
To get a wee philosophical-so many of the guys talk about how Emily makes them feel great about themselves...so is it Emily they need or perhaps some ego enhancement.
What does 'daylight and a dollar short' mean? I don't like cliches when I understand them, even less when I don't get them.
Back at the Prague guest house, Jeff, Jon and Arie are sitting around and talking about roses. It seemed a bit funny....like me sitting with my friends talking about car wax.
Jef date.
I liked the little flap Jef had on his jeans.
Weird wardobe #2 what was Emily's footwear about? Looks like she needed to detangle and comb her boots before going out. Speaking of detangling-they got marionettes and did a puppet show about their love story. I thought I was witnessing some child therapy session. I think Jef told her he loves Emily with his marionette.
They lie down on the library floor and look at the ceiling and talk about getting married and starting a family. Then he said something to her that required bleeping.
Rose Ceremony
Chris is going to talk to Emily at the cocktail party. Wrong! Emily made up her mind.
Weird Wardrobe choice #3 the cellophane dress. It looked like blue shiny gift wrap. Mind you.not everyone can look great in cellophane...gotta give it up for Emily
When Chris announces no cocktail party-Chris starts to sweat.
The Rose Ceremony..Emily hand out roses as predicted Jef, Arie..now....cut to Chris saying he needs to talk to Emily. he talks about how worthy she is and how he is right for her. I think it's entirely unnecessary...but I think Chris started to believe John.
And the final rose goes to....Chris!!!
John is in disbelief..he's likely the only one. The good thing is that he doesn't think that it is him...but something that Chris said.
And off John goes hoping to find his Cinderalla..well Wolf man....go destroy some data.
Next week...hometowns!!!!
Until next week...I love this show...
Monday, June 18, 2012
Dobro dosli u Hrvatsku!!!!! Welcome to Croatia!!!!!
On the heels of the Croatia's sad sad loss to Spain-having the Bachelorette in Dubrovnik made a day a week better. I catch the Bachelorette in time to catch Travis having his dupa (ass) dumped in Dubrovnik, speaking of ass- i was getting kicked albeit in a meditative way at yoga.
Dovidenja (until we see eachother again) Travis. Well Travis was mighty upset. So upset that he.....tossed his umbrella when it was raining. Hmm littering at a UNESCO site- littering is never cool, save for a heritage site.
I settle in for the group date excited to see what Croatian date will unfold. Well the geniuses (or genii?) decide for the ultimate authentic experience-a Disney Pixar preview followed by Highland games? Whah? Even if the producers don't have the good fortune of knowing a Croat someone in ABC land could Wiki it? Eeek. They coulda rode a magarac (well actually they did end up doing that), played soccer, handball, did shots of slivovica, learned to dance Lindo, made sarma, kulen or cevape, vino or olive oil or be seranded by tamburasi..but nooooo produce placement won out. But.the Disney Pixar movie and highland games it was..and they imported a Scotsman. Sigh. disappointing. I'm happy that Chris won the bravery award. I liked his zeal and effort. I still am on the fence whether I find him good looking-sometimes he's exceptionally so..and sometimes he looks awkward..ah well..don't we all:)
Sean...sigh...the guy that broke the big log by throwing it:) Sigh...I wish I could watch that over and over. Sean is dreamy for a blonde guy:)
Arie takes the lead by taking Emily for a walk..and does a romantic wall kiss. Nicely done. Jef..I waffle about him...some times he looks prepubescent..and then sometimes he's eloquent and self assured. He has done remarkably well at keeping his hair coiffed and voluminous in the elements.
Chris gets the rose on that date! Woot! I'm hearting Chris..actually I feel like I'm developing a few connections with the guys. Alas..not my journey...back to the reality that its a reality show.
Next. Ryan. Gets the one on one date. The guys are not overly fond of Ryan's very precise grooming habits of leg shaving and finger hair plucking. Ryan takes the wheel to drive away on the date...pissing many Croat drivers off.did you hear how many honks he got...and I'm certain it's not because they were fans of the Bacheor program.
Ah shucks. They're off to get oysters. Please allow me..but I did try oysters for the first time in Dubrovnik and they were mightly tasty and more palatable than I imagined..but Emily didn't like him..and the Croat on the boat..told her to spitthem out:) Ryan encouraged her to eat them for the aphrodiasic quality. She chose to spit. I say that was foreshadowing:0)
After that they change and Emily looks a little bit like a trophy I must say..a bit like an Oscar really. Props to her for walking on those slippery stone streets in heels.Ryan kept bringing out the trophy reference. I can't speak about how much disdain I have for him. Idid learn that he likes to write. This time he wrote a list!! of 12 things! That he wants:)
Emily surprises me. She actually does seem genuine and self assured. I loved that she said that he makes her feel like she needs to be perfect, and that she noted his top things don't match hers. I totally give her credit for breaking up with him despite feeling chemistry. And she did have me thinking that Ryan was going to sway her and try to convince her to give him that rose. How awesome that she didn't!!!! I enjoyed his soliloquy in the car...and his main concern that the producers don't make him look arrogant. Not much in there about Emily.
Rose Ceremony. What was up with Emily's dress? What was that made of ? Recycled juice boxes? and the odd strap across the back. Odd.
There's a Hail Mary and Emily decides to award an extra rose. I thought both John and Doug were going down!! Either the producers are stellar or Emily is full of suprises.
I say Zivjeli (cheers) to Emily...and on to Prague..
until next week...ja volim ovaj program!! (I love this show!!!)
On the heels of the Croatia's sad sad loss to Spain-having the Bachelorette in Dubrovnik made a day a week better. I catch the Bachelorette in time to catch Travis having his dupa (ass) dumped in Dubrovnik, speaking of ass- i was getting kicked albeit in a meditative way at yoga.
Dovidenja (until we see eachother again) Travis. Well Travis was mighty upset. So upset that he.....tossed his umbrella when it was raining. Hmm littering at a UNESCO site- littering is never cool, save for a heritage site.
I settle in for the group date excited to see what Croatian date will unfold. Well the geniuses (or genii?) decide for the ultimate authentic experience-a Disney Pixar preview followed by Highland games? Whah? Even if the producers don't have the good fortune of knowing a Croat someone in ABC land could Wiki it? Eeek. They coulda rode a magarac (well actually they did end up doing that), played soccer, handball, did shots of slivovica, learned to dance Lindo, made sarma, kulen or cevape, vino or olive oil or be seranded by tamburasi..but nooooo produce placement won out. But.the Disney Pixar movie and highland games it was..and they imported a Scotsman. Sigh. disappointing. I'm happy that Chris won the bravery award. I liked his zeal and effort. I still am on the fence whether I find him good looking-sometimes he's exceptionally so..and sometimes he looks awkward..ah well..don't we all:)
Sean...sigh...the guy that broke the big log by throwing it:) Sigh...I wish I could watch that over and over. Sean is dreamy for a blonde guy:)
Arie takes the lead by taking Emily for a walk..and does a romantic wall kiss. Nicely done. Jef..I waffle about him...some times he looks prepubescent..and then sometimes he's eloquent and self assured. He has done remarkably well at keeping his hair coiffed and voluminous in the elements.
Chris gets the rose on that date! Woot! I'm hearting Chris..actually I feel like I'm developing a few connections with the guys. Alas..not my journey...back to the reality that its a reality show.
Next. Ryan. Gets the one on one date. The guys are not overly fond of Ryan's very precise grooming habits of leg shaving and finger hair plucking. Ryan takes the wheel to drive away on the date...pissing many Croat drivers off.did you hear how many honks he got...and I'm certain it's not because they were fans of the Bacheor program.
Ah shucks. They're off to get oysters. Please allow me..but I did try oysters for the first time in Dubrovnik and they were mightly tasty and more palatable than I imagined..but Emily didn't like him..and the Croat on the boat..told her to spitthem out:) Ryan encouraged her to eat them for the aphrodiasic quality. She chose to spit. I say that was foreshadowing:0)
After that they change and Emily looks a little bit like a trophy I must say..a bit like an Oscar really. Props to her for walking on those slippery stone streets in heels.Ryan kept bringing out the trophy reference. I can't speak about how much disdain I have for him. Idid learn that he likes to write. This time he wrote a list!! of 12 things! That he wants:)
Emily surprises me. She actually does seem genuine and self assured. I loved that she said that he makes her feel like she needs to be perfect, and that she noted his top things don't match hers. I totally give her credit for breaking up with him despite feeling chemistry. And she did have me thinking that Ryan was going to sway her and try to convince her to give him that rose. How awesome that she didn't!!!! I enjoyed his soliloquy in the car...and his main concern that the producers don't make him look arrogant. Not much in there about Emily.
Rose Ceremony. What was up with Emily's dress? What was that made of ? Recycled juice boxes? and the odd strap across the back. Odd.
There's a Hail Mary and Emily decides to award an extra rose. I thought both John and Doug were going down!! Either the producers are stellar or Emily is full of suprises.
I say Zivjeli (cheers) to Emily...and on to Prague..
until next week...ja volim ovaj program!! (I love this show!!!)
Monday, May 28, 2012
Half the Bachelorette-All the fun
Keeping things old skool can be tough.
I thought the Bachelor started at 10...so I was happily..okay somewhat painfully ...making through a hard-core (focus on core) yoga class..thinking, I'd easily make the 10 pm start time.
Lo and behold I turn on the TV and I see Tony gripping a brick wall crying..My heart stopped.
Not because Tony was crying..but I missed half the show!!...Ahhh!!!!
Back to Tony gripping the wall. Emily goes to console him..but it seemed like the corners of her mouth were upturned very slightly-like she was trying to suppress a smile.
Under the guise of releasing him to be with his son, Emily bid Tony a rivederci,told him he's be a great husband(but not for her) and slunk back to the worthier men in her sequined Aztec themed short skirt.I wonder if the Aztecs every bedazzled their outwear?
She goes off to award the rose to Sean..pretty cute for a blonde guy. Although I much prefer brunettes-there are an assortment of brown haired ding dongs in the gaggle of men.
Well that was a fun group date..whatever that was:)
One on one date..
I'm not sure why every time I see Arie' name on the screen, I think of the underwear store arm of American Eagle..but that's aerie I think.
Well darn it..Emily is sweet on Arie. So much so that she took him to the playground of her youth..nope no the greenbrier hotel..but Dollywood. Emily's is keepin it real and keepin' it country. It's Emily's Disneyland. They go on a rollercoaster..Arie doesn't seem overly reassuring..but Emily makes it through...
Then they're off to the theatre..where the the tentative couple are going to write a love song..not for a love clock, but just 'cause. Emily appears fond of journalling feelings. Apparently it leads to clarity..I wonder what Brad Womack's therapist would say about it.
But guess who shows up??? Dolly!!
Now if that doesn't put pepper in the gumbo..and she looked prettier than a glob of butter in a stack of pancakes!!
Emily was shocked...and thrilled.
I gotta say..I love Dolly too. There seems something very genuine about her..and very sweet. But what was with the skin-like sparkly gloves she was wearin?
She played a tune for Arie and Emily, had some girl talk with Emily, then sang a song that she wrote for her husband. Holy smokes...45 years married..and in showbusiness. Gotta give it up to Dolly!
Now Arie and Emily after all that dancin' and romancin' they have a bite to eat ..but I didnt see them eat. Arie opens up how he dated/lived with a woman with two kids and how close he was to them.
Awwww.. Arie. Emily goes to award the rose..and tries to fake him by inserting "but"...Arie's face drops.he looks like he's about to cry...but Emily gives it to them. And what better to do after eating, then ride a carousel..where the smooched. Arie looks like he has good technique. Way better than Brad.
But isn't it a bit odd that she says he reminds her of her deceased husband. That image and legacy would be hard to live up to I'd think.
Cocktail party.
Wow..this was quite a cocktail party.
Kalon...he tells her she is a lady of class. His poor diction makes me nuts. Everything about Kalon-even his shiny lips. But what passes them is what makes me more annoyed. The fact he told her "I like when you talk but let me finish"..this is the problem..he never finishes. He talks and talks. So freaking annoying.
Now..what was with the egg?Shelly ...it was a real egg? what whas the significance. Travis wanted to break out of his shell? He's fragile? He's fertile? I dunno. They busted the egg and created a slippery surface.
Speaking of slippery surface..Alessandro..make a solid slide down. He says that being married would be a compromise. He says he's like a gypsy king. Well, she took no time to kick his Bamboleo out the door. Hola crap! What a loser. Adios Alessandro. Alessandro the grain merchant is of to sow more oats.
Sean reassured Emily he'd be a good dad. I heart Sean.
Arie gave Emily another reassuring kiss..which Ryan saw. And that...just dilled his pickle.
I'm not sure who is more annoyingRyan or Kalon. Kalon seems dim, as does Ryan..but Ryan seems to have more of a bully in him than Kalon.
Well..they both get roses..and the only one sent packing is the party MC. Huh? she didn't pick the party MC as father of the year. Maybe there are some party MCs that are wicked dads..Guess the kids would always have bumpin' beats at their major milestones.
Well..it promises to be a season chock full of drama..as they're off to Bermuda.
I'm away next week..so no Rose Report...
Monday, May 21, 2012
Happy Victoria Day
Hi y'all...and Happy Victoria Day
On this regal holiday...episode 2 of the Bachelorette. Conversation was lacking and so was personality in some of the bachelors. Well the dating pool seems to be a bit low. Hopefully I'll hit some of the highlights.
Date #1..Ryan..the pro sports trainer
Ryan tends to have sharp lines..his hair, chiseled features (likely matched by chest)..but that's where the sharpness ends. He is flat and cliche. His Christian references also fell flat. When he found out he got the rose..he quoted his pastor who said if you treat a woman like a queen, she'll treat you like a king. Hmm..you'd think there would be something Christ-like vs. Monarchy like.
But back to the date. Sporty Emily picks him up..to take him to her house. Before Ryan can say What the H - E - double hockey sticks...Emily says he has to haul groceries to her house. Very nice environmental mesh bags her groceries were in. She wanted to show him how unglamourous life could be. She was tryin' to keep the real in reality show.
Next step cookie baking because it was Emily's turn to bring snacksto Ricky's soccer game. Ryan evn donned apron (quickly after he said..let's finish these cookies so I can feel like a man again). Through the TV..I could feel no chemistry between them. There was no conversation besides either of them stating what was going on in front of them. Then Emily is off to be snack mom.
Whoa..was Ricky's team running a marathon or playing rec soccer. Juice, cookies and oranges. I'm not hatin' on the carbs..but that's a bit much for snack time. Water and orange sections would have sufficed. But enought of my dietary editorializing.
phew..after mom duty..Emily needs areal date. She got outta her mom clothes and put a dress on...She picked him up..but let him drive the car.Off to Ousso they go.....but not before a throng of adoring fans waited for the car to arrive outside he restaurant. They ate, talked little. He didnt answer her question about whether he saw this as a competition. He did say he would compete by putting his best foot forward, then he asked her question. She also made some weird comment about her wanting the man to be in charge, but she'd be in charge...she awarded the rose..then one more surprise!! An open air show with a stage for them to dance one. Ryan's not the worst dancer...but I find him annoying and lacking substance.
Group date- Muppets and a nod to the King's Speech
It's group date performance time! Performance is a strong word for what happened. Kudos to the guys for raising money for the children's hospital intensive care-but did anyone see any entertainment value (well besides Miss Piggy and Kermit who were spectacular).
The Bachelor/Bacheloette enterprise seeks to inspire when it can. This time..it was Charly's story. Charly apparently fell 15 storeys and required major rehabilitation and had to relearn how to talk. This variety show and speaking in front of others was giving him anxiety. But the guy is on a show that has millions of viewers..what's a couple hundred of people in Charlotte. But..he explained this to the very understanding Emily..and he was reassigned another role in the show.
So this wasn't Broadway- but there was no entertainment value in the show at all...the'dance' routine..Emily didn't dance but just shook a little in her shiny dress. The comedy wasn't funny (and also used weight biased humor..which is a personal pet peeve)..and the interviews by Miss Piggy..weren't that interesting Charly spoke!! and did well!! Congrats Charly. King George would have been proud.
After every group date variety show there's a wrap up party. This confused me. There was a rose to be awarded..and she gave it to Jef. (it's hard to miss the second f..so I'll use it to say wtF was she thinking by giving it to him. Ithink they have no chemistry. Unless she likes dudes who sport Justin Bieber's and Robin Thicke's new 'do. I don't get it.
The other thing I don't get is Kalon's vocabulary. Actually I do get it, he likes to use polysyllabic words incorrectly and messes up his metaphors. ie "I'm eloquent in how I conduct myself" and "It's the intangible things that I can't articulate". I think his problem is that he can't articulate.
But the one thing that did ring true was when Emily said to Kermit..."you gotta kiss a lotta frogs..before you meet a prince". Amen.
Date #3 Come close to my heart...
It's off to the Greenbrier Joe and Emily go. That fancy,opulent and at times tacky hotel of Emily's youth...where she swam, went to the spa..and had her first makeover!!! Emily and Joe took a dip in the pool.Emily tried to see if her and Joe would have some chemistry. Emily got dressed for dinner pretty as a princess...with lots of crinolin under it to make it extra flouncy...but alas the chemistry seemed to be lacking. Joe was not her prince. Props to Emily for asking Joe some tough questions at dinner. Where do you see yourself in five years. Happy he responds. Emily: what does that mean? happy with my decisions, no regrets. I started to sense he had no direction. Emily lobbeda few more ideas his way. Joe seemed blank. They wrote wishes to the Love Clock. Tick tock..Joe's time was up. He did not take it well. He seemed ticked and brash. Good choice Emily!
Back at the mansion..Doug and Kalon were exchanging words..when Kalon seemed to question Doug's loyalty to his son b/c he was on the show.
Cocktail Party/Rose Ceremony
Emily chose a regal colour- purple for this occasion. It was a bit tacky..looked like she was off to grade 12 grad..but I liked her green earrings. Kalon told her he was an oldman trapped in a young man's body. Ryan was proud that he wrote 7 whole pages or Emily!! which Tony the lumber trader heard her read them all back to Ryan. (i'm not sure why she chose to read it all aloud). Tony told her that he has a 5 year old. Arie got some one on one time with Emily. He makes Emily nervous apparently.
Well..they all got roses except Kyle and Scott...
I'm looking forward to more exchanges between Kalon and Scott. I can't decide if I think Chris is cute or he looks like the guy on he Mar Orthodontics commercial. I wonder if Alejandro and Alessandro will ever speak or if Emily will keep awarding them roses based on their awesome names. Doug the dad is a cutie..but he says "check it" too often..on this episode anyway. Tony ...the lumber guy..looks like he starts to crack in the upcoming episodes..and Kalon the dude with the Louis Vuitton luggage cracks meup.
until next week..happy holiday Monday..happy bday Queen Victoria..and godspeed to the remaining bachelors..
ILOVE THIS SHOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Monday, May 14, 2012
Guess who's not getting a first impression rose
Well...I certainly would not get the first impression rose! I fell asleep waiting for the best show ever!! Why so tired? Well, I was cleaning out my closet. Literally and somewhat metaphorically- but that's a whole other blog:)It did feel good to pack up a garbagebagful.
I woke up with only half hour of the show left. Nope, still no PVR so that means I had half hour of program plus commercials. Happy to see part of the show..but I love the first episode...it's like watching the first few episodes of American Idol...
Emily came across as a very congenial, albeit a bit stilted and cliche. As Neil Lane flippantly said to Ben.."this ain't your first pony ride"...well, it's not Emily's first foray into reality TV..perhaps the weight of the show being on her shoulder's is different. But she did 'get advice' from Ali and Ashley a few months ago on how to be a Bachelorette...not that I"d put too much credence into the double A's advice.
Emily is a lovely person and seems like a pretty person inside and out..however the dress looks like it was made for an Olympic skater. That faux beige backing that was to give the impression her dress was backless made me think she looked flammable..and not in the 'hot' way.
I wish wish wish I saw all the guys and heard their stories.
Stevie..the guy with the green shirt was green with envy of 'helicopter' dude. Jealousy is highly unflattering. He was chosen so he'll add to the drama.
Doug..the guy with the 11 year old who wrote an open letter to Emily. The child has a future in advocacy or lobbying..and that letter was enough to win Emily's heart and to hand Daddy Doug a first impression rose.
whoa...and Jef..the dude missing one f in his name..perhaps the second f was for the extra flouff in his hair. It's modern take on 60's or 80s male heartthrob hair. That guy must need serious product to make his air defy gravity like that. I'll makea note to check the humidity index in Charlotte.
Speaking of hair..Michael..what was his story. Tough econonmic times..so he forgoes hair cuts? His hair lacked style and didn't make a statement except- "I need a makeover". If he's growing his hair to donate it to kids with cancer..I take all my hair comments back:)
Well..I don't have much else to comment on. Chris Harrison..it was nice to see him..i hear he's going through a divorce..he looks like he's holding it together.
A look at future episodes look liek the show is making a foray into Europe...London is a stop...perhaps there will be some Olympic cross promotion..you know with the rings and all.
There looks like there will be a lot of drama..and men crying too!! it's going to be juicy!!!
Oh..and some jerk refers to Ricky as baggage..and apparently sweet Emily drops an f bomb. The jerk probably deserves it. He knew Emily had a child before coming on this show.
But speaking of real baggage..it does feel good to clean our your closet:)
Until next week... I LOVE THIS SHOW!!!!!
Monday, March 12, 2012
Bachelor Finale- The Sweater I mean Switzerland edition
For whom the bell tolls: The show starts with bells ringing in Zermatt. Someone's love will be sacrified here..in order for there to someone else's love to be requited.
Why Switzerland? Was all the blackness swirling around Courtney require the neutrality of Switzerland to play this out?
Catch this..there are four official languges in Switzerland...German, Italian, French and the last is Rumantch (sometimes called Romansh, Romansch Rhaeto-Romanic..or you guessed it ..Romance.'nuff said)
The finale's promotion promises...The most controversial season ever!!!
Here we go.
Ben, Barbra and Julia
Barbara and Julia are flown in from Sonoma for the final two meet and greet. Barbara and Julia have the warmth and presence of Martha Stewart. Barbara grills the girls seated in the parlour while Julia prefers a stand up interview on the balcony.
Was it cold in the Swiss condo..Ben, mom and Julia all seem to keep their sweaters on. Ben had a weird sweater jacket..and mom looked like she had a matching sweater. Julia looks a little bit like Jennifer Anniston in the face, but she wore this tremendous cape like jacket..Are capes in this year...well...more on capes later
Lindzi's visit.
Speaking of illfitting..Lindzi looked like she borrowed someone's coat..lotsa buttons, big collar and it was belted. It definitely added bulk. She did wear a fantastic watch thought.
For all the seriousness that Barbara and Julia portray they didn't seem to ask very many hard hitting questions. The biggest question was 'what is your secret ingredient'to keep you two together. You know what they overkill on this show...the metaphor. Whaddya say..umm..he's my leavening agent...he's like my baking soda to my apple sauce..we need eachother to support eachother to rise above adversity. 'kay she did say that ..and maybe I just happened to look up what the role of baking soda is as a leaving agent.
The total unnecessary part of the interview was asking Lindzi about Courtney. i thought that Lindzi handled that with grace, and wasn't too mean.
Bottom line:Julia and Barbara say she would fit into the family.
After Lindzi left..mom and sister think the model might not be a good fit.
Courtney!
Courtney arrives for the family interview.. Ben greets her outside and he's nervous. She promises she'll be on her best behaviour...that sounds sincere.
The Flanjak family are wearing their sweaters and scarves..and Julia even donned a sweater cap for a period of time. They don't have central heating in Zermatt?? Maybe the fireplace the room was for aesthetics.
Very few questions were asked...when Courtney answered, she seemed to look up and avoid eye contact...i think that's a sign on lying..well according to Blink by Malcom Gladwell, but hey..this is the journey to true love. Maybe this is an Outlier.
They asked her about the other girls!! Really? EVERYONE needs to let that go.
Well..maybe the family obviously shares Ben's genetic sequence and Courtney's fakeness, sees to elude them and they also conclude that she would fit into the family.
Last ditch dates...
Lindzi- Lindzi's bullet necklace was juxtaposed against the peaceful background. Perhap not so originally, Ben organizes a horse drawn carriage ride. I wasn't sure if Lindzi was going to save teh carriage and ride the horse..but she chose the carriage...they go for a spin 'round Zermatt..then Ben takes on a gondola and they dine suspened in the air..and Lindzi opens up...then...Ben takes her skiing for the first time. Guess what??? A metaphor unfolds. Lindzi says she she can trust him on the slopes and in life. Does that mean it's all downhill from here? And she is taking a risk (skiing) and in love. All I say for both...wear a helmet:)
Courtney..
The most romantic ride in the Bachelor has been supplanted. Limos are so 2008... in 2012 it's the helicopter. Well Courtney gets a helicopter ride..and they have a picnic mountaintop. Did anyone find that they said Matterhorn a lot. Did Swiss tourism pay them to say it a certain number of times? The other odd thing was teh BBQ. What was that..it looked Ikea-esque with an holes punched in an aluminum pan. It also seemed to smoke alot. What was Ben cooking? Then they slid downhill (that was not a metaphor people..that was foreshadowing:)
Courtney gave Ben a heartfelt gift..he didn't seem to appreciate it. But maybe he's taken an oath of secrecy...definitely not celibacy.
D-Day (Decision Day)
Some things never change. The decision day reflection montages..waking up, staring out the window, drinking a hot beverage and looking thoughtful.
Neil Lane arrives..with his suitcase of diamonds..he introduces himself to Ben (again)..i think he did that so everyone hears his name. Then Ben says..we've met. When they sit down he very thoughtfully tells Ben. This isn't your first rodeo.
I know Neil is try to hock his wares..but his platitudes and cliches about love and commitment ring :) hollow. "This is such a big day, every girl wants to be a princess. Please Neil Stop.
It's decistion time!! Ben gets dressed and puts on very casual looking shoes. The helicopters deliver each girl to a mountaintop..and all I can I think is...heels are not made for mountaintops.
What was with the capes and the ugly black dresses?
Lindzi..what was that outfit..it was like Black Swan met the Hogwarts. Was the cape for warmth, drama, metaphorical protection. Well she ditched the cape...Chris H doubled as cape check.
Lindzi walks upto Ben..he gives the teh sandwich method of Bachelor feedback Positive, surprie negative, positive. He walks her back up to the mountain...she tells him "call me if it doesn't work"..seriously?? her and Jamie need to talk to Brad's therapist...Leftovers only get better with spaghetti sauce and sarma..that's it. moving along
Courtney
Much to nobody's surprise..Courtney will be chosen..Her cape was very Tom Fordesque..kinda like the one Gwenyth wore to the Oscars. Those black gloves..those look like the ones I bougth for my high school grad...and then the bedazzled back strap. Maybe the Swiss aren't known for their even wear.
Channelling Gwenyth Paltron at the Oscars..Courtney had the same black gloves I wore at my high school grad.
He picks Courtney..says some sweet things. He gets down on one knee..first words out of Courtney's mouth was..I love it..note..not I love you..but I love it. If I were Ben I would have taken it as a sign..and hightailed it out of there with the helicopeter. Okay Courtney likes the ring.she commented that its really heavy..hmm suspicious..the promise eachother forver..well that's until... AFTER THE ROSE.
Syopsis of AFTER THE ROSE..
they broke up....Ben listened to Beyonce and put a ring on it..
We'll see how long that lasts..
UNTIL NEXT TIME..(can't wait for the Canadian version) J'aime/ I LOVE this show!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Why Switzerland? Was all the blackness swirling around Courtney require the neutrality of Switzerland to play this out?
Catch this..there are four official languges in Switzerland...German, Italian, French and the last is Rumantch (sometimes called Romansh, Romansch Rhaeto-Romanic..or you guessed it ..Romance.'nuff said)
The finale's promotion promises...The most controversial season ever!!!
Here we go.
Ben, Barbra and Julia
Barbara and Julia are flown in from Sonoma for the final two meet and greet. Barbara and Julia have the warmth and presence of Martha Stewart. Barbara grills the girls seated in the parlour while Julia prefers a stand up interview on the balcony.
Was it cold in the Swiss condo..Ben, mom and Julia all seem to keep their sweaters on. Ben had a weird sweater jacket..and mom looked like she had a matching sweater. Julia looks a little bit like Jennifer Anniston in the face, but she wore this tremendous cape like jacket..Are capes in this year...well...more on capes later
Lindzi's visit.
Speaking of illfitting..Lindzi looked like she borrowed someone's coat..lotsa buttons, big collar and it was belted. It definitely added bulk. She did wear a fantastic watch thought.
For all the seriousness that Barbara and Julia portray they didn't seem to ask very many hard hitting questions. The biggest question was 'what is your secret ingredient'to keep you two together. You know what they overkill on this show...the metaphor. Whaddya say..umm..he's my leavening agent...he's like my baking soda to my apple sauce..we need eachother to support eachother to rise above adversity. 'kay she did say that ..and maybe I just happened to look up what the role of baking soda is as a leaving agent.
The total unnecessary part of the interview was asking Lindzi about Courtney. i thought that Lindzi handled that with grace, and wasn't too mean.
Bottom line:Julia and Barbara say she would fit into the family.
After Lindzi left..mom and sister think the model might not be a good fit.
Courtney!
Courtney arrives for the family interview.. Ben greets her outside and he's nervous. She promises she'll be on her best behaviour...that sounds sincere.
The Flanjak family are wearing their sweaters and scarves..and Julia even donned a sweater cap for a period of time. They don't have central heating in Zermatt?? Maybe the fireplace the room was for aesthetics.
Very few questions were asked...when Courtney answered, she seemed to look up and avoid eye contact...i think that's a sign on lying..well according to Blink by Malcom Gladwell, but hey..this is the journey to true love. Maybe this is an Outlier.
They asked her about the other girls!! Really? EVERYONE needs to let that go.
Well..maybe the family obviously shares Ben's genetic sequence and Courtney's fakeness, sees to elude them and they also conclude that she would fit into the family.
Last ditch dates...
Lindzi- Lindzi's bullet necklace was juxtaposed against the peaceful background. Perhap not so originally, Ben organizes a horse drawn carriage ride. I wasn't sure if Lindzi was going to save teh carriage and ride the horse..but she chose the carriage...they go for a spin 'round Zermatt..then Ben takes on a gondola and they dine suspened in the air..and Lindzi opens up...then...Ben takes her skiing for the first time. Guess what??? A metaphor unfolds. Lindzi says she she can trust him on the slopes and in life. Does that mean it's all downhill from here? And she is taking a risk (skiing) and in love. All I say for both...wear a helmet:)
Courtney..
The most romantic ride in the Bachelor has been supplanted. Limos are so 2008... in 2012 it's the helicopter. Well Courtney gets a helicopter ride..and they have a picnic mountaintop. Did anyone find that they said Matterhorn a lot. Did Swiss tourism pay them to say it a certain number of times? The other odd thing was teh BBQ. What was that..it looked Ikea-esque with an holes punched in an aluminum pan. It also seemed to smoke alot. What was Ben cooking? Then they slid downhill (that was not a metaphor people..that was foreshadowing:)
Courtney gave Ben a heartfelt gift..he didn't seem to appreciate it. But maybe he's taken an oath of secrecy...definitely not celibacy.
D-Day (Decision Day)
Some things never change. The decision day reflection montages..waking up, staring out the window, drinking a hot beverage and looking thoughtful.
Neil Lane arrives..with his suitcase of diamonds..he introduces himself to Ben (again)..i think he did that so everyone hears his name. Then Ben says..we've met. When they sit down he very thoughtfully tells Ben. This isn't your first rodeo.
I know Neil is try to hock his wares..but his platitudes and cliches about love and commitment ring :) hollow. "This is such a big day, every girl wants to be a princess. Please Neil Stop.
It's decistion time!! Ben gets dressed and puts on very casual looking shoes. The helicopters deliver each girl to a mountaintop..and all I can I think is...heels are not made for mountaintops.
What was with the capes and the ugly black dresses?
Lindzi..what was that outfit..it was like Black Swan met the Hogwarts. Was the cape for warmth, drama, metaphorical protection. Well she ditched the cape...Chris H doubled as cape check.
Lindzi walks upto Ben..he gives the teh sandwich method of Bachelor feedback Positive, surprie negative, positive. He walks her back up to the mountain...she tells him "call me if it doesn't work"..seriously?? her and Jamie need to talk to Brad's therapist...Leftovers only get better with spaghetti sauce and sarma..that's it. moving along
Courtney
Much to nobody's surprise..Courtney will be chosen..Her cape was very Tom Fordesque..kinda like the one Gwenyth wore to the Oscars. Those black gloves..those look like the ones I bougth for my high school grad...and then the bedazzled back strap. Maybe the Swiss aren't known for their even wear.
Channelling Gwenyth Paltron at the Oscars..Courtney had the same black gloves I wore at my high school grad.
He picks Courtney..says some sweet things. He gets down on one knee..first words out of Courtney's mouth was..I love it..note..not I love you..but I love it. If I were Ben I would have taken it as a sign..and hightailed it out of there with the helicopeter. Okay Courtney likes the ring.she commented that its really heavy..hmm suspicious..the promise eachother forver..well that's until... AFTER THE ROSE.
Syopsis of AFTER THE ROSE..
they broke up....Ben listened to Beyonce and put a ring on it..
We'll see how long that lasts..
UNTIL NEXT TIME..(can't wait for the Canadian version) J'aime/ I LOVE this show!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Monday, March 5, 2012
WT......A
Oh gosh..I hit Publish Post..and My blog got lost...
Ahhhh!!!
Here's the jist..
This episode should be called Women Talk Alot
-Blakely wore shoulder duster earring again.
-kacey is still adorable
-Emily's dress was held up by a) starch b) boning c) the Grace of God d) all of the above
-1 more hour in studio Emily woul dhave had a wardrobe malfunction a la Janet Jackson or J Lo
-Jacyln wears yucky makeup
-Emily is happy Ben didn't choose her, makes some statistical probability statment of n=25 means that not all women would like eachother. Meaningless. She likely didn't defend her thesis yet. Perhaps she could study trends in Bachelor trends. Interesting there aren't many ethnicities represented in the Bachelor.
-Chris' hair was extra pouffy
-Chris is why I watch the WTA-he is very BF Skinner in his attempt to understand the womens' behaviour..he asks great questions, is a reflective listener, uses pauses effectively and stops things before they get out of control.
-I'm suprised Jamie isn's living under an assumed identity after her kissing instruction and awkeward attempt at a lap dance. And she had the gall to tell Ben to call her if it doesn't work out with the girl. Eeek..maybe he should order the kissing manual ahead if he does.
-Best quote of the night- to Samantha.."you wer ethe chihuahua of the mansion, you wouldn't shut up"
-Meanest stuff uttered to Shawntel "you are uglier in person, your thights are bigger than mine". They should have a no bully clause at teh Bachelor
-Weak attempt to make it right. Emily to Shawntel after the mean quotes: "Shawntel, you're gorgeous"..if she wasn't gorgeous, would the mean comments be more okay?
-most doubtful Brittney: " I didn't feel an attraction to Ben"..hmm..I think she saw the writing on the wall..
-Best move..Courtney..to keep quiet and let the girls talk over eachother..they sounded crazy
-worst apology(ies) Courtney..to all...seemed very hollow.
-Best make up...Courtney..(and it held up well...with the one tear that rolled down her face
-Most insensitive (2nd to comments directed to Shawntel)..Ben comes on stage and says "welcome to my nightmare"..hmm perhaps something a bit self deprecating like "this feels awkward for me"..what a ding dong he is sometime.
Next..week..is the big night..in Switzerland?? hmm..i would have thought it would have been in his vineyard..
until next week..I love this show (except for WTA)
Ahhhh!!!
Here's the jist..
This episode should be called Women Talk Alot
-Blakely wore shoulder duster earring again.
-kacey is still adorable
-Emily's dress was held up by a) starch b) boning c) the Grace of God d) all of the above
-1 more hour in studio Emily woul dhave had a wardrobe malfunction a la Janet Jackson or J Lo
-Jacyln wears yucky makeup
-Emily is happy Ben didn't choose her, makes some statistical probability statment of n=25 means that not all women would like eachother. Meaningless. She likely didn't defend her thesis yet. Perhaps she could study trends in Bachelor trends. Interesting there aren't many ethnicities represented in the Bachelor.
-Chris' hair was extra pouffy
-Chris is why I watch the WTA-he is very BF Skinner in his attempt to understand the womens' behaviour..he asks great questions, is a reflective listener, uses pauses effectively and stops things before they get out of control.
-I'm suprised Jamie isn's living under an assumed identity after her kissing instruction and awkeward attempt at a lap dance. And she had the gall to tell Ben to call her if it doesn't work out with the girl. Eeek..maybe he should order the kissing manual ahead if he does.
-Best quote of the night- to Samantha.."you wer ethe chihuahua of the mansion, you wouldn't shut up"
-Meanest stuff uttered to Shawntel "you are uglier in person, your thights are bigger than mine". They should have a no bully clause at teh Bachelor
-Weak attempt to make it right. Emily to Shawntel after the mean quotes: "Shawntel, you're gorgeous"..if she wasn't gorgeous, would the mean comments be more okay?
-most doubtful Brittney: " I didn't feel an attraction to Ben"..hmm..I think she saw the writing on the wall..
-Best move..Courtney..to keep quiet and let the girls talk over eachother..they sounded crazy
-worst apology(ies) Courtney..to all...seemed very hollow.
-Best make up...Courtney..(and it held up well...with the one tear that rolled down her face
-Most insensitive (2nd to comments directed to Shawntel)..Ben comes on stage and says "welcome to my nightmare"..hmm perhaps something a bit self deprecating like "this feels awkward for me"..what a ding dong he is sometime.
Next..week..is the big night..in Switzerland?? hmm..i would have thought it would have been in his vineyard..
until next week..I love this show (except for WTA)
Monday, February 20, 2012
Because of Chris' fireside chat - I won't buy a PVR tomorrow
To quote Kacie "What the f$#% just happened?"
To those (likely all) of you who have a PVR- this will not make sense to you.
..I was planning to watch the 10pm airing of the Bachelor on Citytv...it wasn't on!!?? what???..so I got only 50% of the Bachelor on ABC...my highlight on Monday was 50% discounted...Thanks the Chris' fireside chat with Ben to recap the hometown dates...it was very much deja-date. Kacey twirled a baton and talked about her superlative examples of true love...and Lindzi rode a horse..again..and sat 'round a campfire with her parent's and Ben..keepin' it country. It did appear through the white haze recap (why do they make they appear in a white haze ?_)
So here is the half I caught
Nikki..
For what it's Worth..I find Nikki entirely annoying. She has that voice..the Trista meets Ashley cloying, nasal-y, and syrupy saccharin..and she seems to repeat Ben's last 3 words in most of their conversations. Her and Ben played dress up again..not like a conquistador (his Puerto Rican get up)he got cowboy threads. And what's the Bachelor without a metaphor or four...Finding the right man is like finding the right pair of boots- they have to be the right fit. Deep.What happened to Nikki's striped top? She greeted Ben in a striped top- then appeared in a sequined top. After they sat on a bench and talked...they were off to see her parents and sister. Nikki's mom concluded that Ben was wonderful..and then Nikkie waxed fairy tale again....she sees weddding and she wants fairy tale again. The Bachelor has done very well in making this the most unrealistic reality show...ever. Then Nikki took Ben aside and told him again that she's in love with him.
Courtny-girl interrupted.
I think I know what i find odd about Courtney. When I watch her, it's like I"m watching very briefly interrupted satellite feed. She has rapid stop and start in speech. I'm wondering if her neurons don't fire properly..or maybe it's all the wine that she is non stop sipping on.
But Ben's in Scottsdale to visit Courtney's family. They have a lavish casa. complete with a lush backyard. Courtney and her mom look very much alike..and they also have very similar mannerisms. Courtney's sister seems normal, the dad seems like he just wants a dude around..and the mother initially had an icy disposition...very much like Courtney.
Courtney planned a big suprise for Ben! A backyard wedding!! Like Ben's dates to test the relationships' mettle(scaling a bridge, taking the plunge, climbing a temple), Courtney thought she would get over her fear of commitment by having a fake wedding ceremony (?)And this is how she was going to tell him that she loved him. Subtle. All the elements were there, decorated chairs, a bow tie, a bride in white, vows, a ring..and a JP...who was not there in a formal capacity..but to stand awkwardly while the exchanged vows. Ben does seem into her.
Back in an LA hotel...(were they kicked outof the mansion), Chris and Ben (thankfully) have a very thorough hometown recap.I almost felt I was there...kinda happy I missed Kacey's baton twirlin. Ben said all nice things, except about Kacey's mom's objection to them living together prior to marriage....
And the final rose does NOT go to..
Kacey...
wow..did you see the way she was staring at him throughout the rose awarding..it's like she was trying to pentrate his thinking.
Kacey, ever the sweet girl..lets him walk her out. They sit down as they always do. Ben hasnot much to say..except I'm sorry this is heartbreaking and she says I don't want you to be heartbroken...the proceeds to the limo and cries like there's noone watching..even lets outsome cuss words. And she asks the useless questions..'why I am not good enough', 'what the f#$% happened?'. Hmm Kacey..some unsolicited advice-it's not you and remember..this is not normal dating..he's openly dating3 other people..to your knowledge.
Maybe to help soothe the relations among the girls...they are off to the most peaceful country in the world. Switzerland!!! I'm sure there will be more mountains to climb...but more importanly...its' the FOD!!!!
until next week...
Oh!! It's my birthday next week- so no rose report...if you'd like to do a guest post...i'd be happy to post:):
happy birthweek to me..and until next time..
I LOVE THIS SHOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
To those (likely all) of you who have a PVR- this will not make sense to you.
..I was planning to watch the 10pm airing of the Bachelor on Citytv...it wasn't on!!?? what???..so I got only 50% of the Bachelor on ABC...my highlight on Monday was 50% discounted...Thanks the Chris' fireside chat with Ben to recap the hometown dates...it was very much deja-date. Kacey twirled a baton and talked about her superlative examples of true love...and Lindzi rode a horse..again..and sat 'round a campfire with her parent's and Ben..keepin' it country. It did appear through the white haze recap (why do they make they appear in a white haze ?_)
So here is the half I caught
Nikki..
For what it's Worth..I find Nikki entirely annoying. She has that voice..the Trista meets Ashley cloying, nasal-y, and syrupy saccharin..and she seems to repeat Ben's last 3 words in most of their conversations. Her and Ben played dress up again..not like a conquistador (his Puerto Rican get up)he got cowboy threads. And what's the Bachelor without a metaphor or four...Finding the right man is like finding the right pair of boots- they have to be the right fit. Deep.What happened to Nikki's striped top? She greeted Ben in a striped top- then appeared in a sequined top. After they sat on a bench and talked...they were off to see her parents and sister. Nikki's mom concluded that Ben was wonderful..and then Nikkie waxed fairy tale again....she sees weddding and she wants fairy tale again. The Bachelor has done very well in making this the most unrealistic reality show...ever. Then Nikki took Ben aside and told him again that she's in love with him.
Courtny-girl interrupted.
I think I know what i find odd about Courtney. When I watch her, it's like I"m watching very briefly interrupted satellite feed. She has rapid stop and start in speech. I'm wondering if her neurons don't fire properly..or maybe it's all the wine that she is non stop sipping on.
But Ben's in Scottsdale to visit Courtney's family. They have a lavish casa. complete with a lush backyard. Courtney and her mom look very much alike..and they also have very similar mannerisms. Courtney's sister seems normal, the dad seems like he just wants a dude around..and the mother initially had an icy disposition...very much like Courtney.
Courtney planned a big suprise for Ben! A backyard wedding!! Like Ben's dates to test the relationships' mettle(scaling a bridge, taking the plunge, climbing a temple), Courtney thought she would get over her fear of commitment by having a fake wedding ceremony (?)And this is how she was going to tell him that she loved him. Subtle. All the elements were there, decorated chairs, a bow tie, a bride in white, vows, a ring..and a JP...who was not there in a formal capacity..but to stand awkwardly while the exchanged vows. Ben does seem into her.
Back in an LA hotel...(were they kicked outof the mansion), Chris and Ben (thankfully) have a very thorough hometown recap.I almost felt I was there...kinda happy I missed Kacey's baton twirlin. Ben said all nice things, except about Kacey's mom's objection to them living together prior to marriage....
And the final rose does NOT go to..
Kacey...
wow..did you see the way she was staring at him throughout the rose awarding..it's like she was trying to pentrate his thinking.
Kacey, ever the sweet girl..lets him walk her out. They sit down as they always do. Ben hasnot much to say..except I'm sorry this is heartbreaking and she says I don't want you to be heartbroken...the proceeds to the limo and cries like there's noone watching..even lets outsome cuss words. And she asks the useless questions..'why I am not good enough', 'what the f#$% happened?'. Hmm Kacey..some unsolicited advice-it's not you and remember..this is not normal dating..he's openly dating3 other people..to your knowledge.
Maybe to help soothe the relations among the girls...they are off to the most peaceful country in the world. Switzerland!!! I'm sure there will be more mountains to climb...but more importanly...its' the FOD!!!!
until next week...
Oh!! It's my birthday next week- so no rose report...if you'd like to do a guest post...i'd be happy to post:):
happy birthweek to me..and until next time..
I LOVE THIS SHOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Monday, February 13, 2012
Are you a Belize-r?
Wow..that was a slllooooowwww episode.
The dates seem to follow this formula:
Adventure/activity, Eat, Open up to Ben, Repeat
The word of this episode was big...this was a big deal, because after this it's about meeting the families which was big, after the rose ceremony Ben would be going to the hometowns which is HUGE.
Is there a writer's strike in LA?
But back to the big episode with the big decision.
Chris looking slightly island-y welcomes the girls to the island and also reminds them how big this all is.
There will be 3 individual dates and 1 group date avec a rose.
yawwwwn...let's get this started.
Two halves make a whole?
Whuh? I sat through their date and wondered when the them was going to emerge. Actually, the first thing I thought was "didn't I see that tank top that Ben was wearig ..with the little chest pocket..in Club Monaco..in the women's section". It was striped, see through and with a pocket. Is that a guys' tank top?
But back to the them..did they become one when they jump as unit out of the helicopter?
More Bachelor mysteries..where did Lindzi get changed? She didn't board the helcopter with make-up or a tote bag. Yikes..and that peach dress..looked like a stretchy bridesmaid dress. The half couch/half picnic thing looked very uncomfortable to sit in..let alone write their story for the bottle on. Was that the two halves become whole..b/c they wrote on both sides of the paper..one serious side (the fairy tale..right..that's serious)..and then the 'drawing of the illustration' side. When Ben tossed the bottle..it didn't seem to be moving in the water...I thought that might be foreshadowing.
Emily's date- easy peasy
I never have known what easy peasy was. Maybe in dating lingo,that's a date that has no plans. Ride a bike, have some coconut water (all the Hollywood stars are doing it), play basketball with some people uninvited, dance like there is noone watch (Ben..there are 21 million viewers watching..stop dancing!). And to end this romantic date...they have a dinner at the Lazy lizard.
Back at the hacienda..Courtney was showing some emotion...but she was finally awarded..a one on one date...
Courtney's one on one.
I've never been to Belize..but seems you need some kind of aircraft to get to some good dates. Courtney boarded a plane to meet Ben..in the jungle. You'd think he might tell her what type of foot wear might be appropriate..but she wore flip flops..maybe hey were the Gisele Bunchen flip flops (those are so super comfortable)
so they trek through the jungle. Ben carries a straw tote..a messenger back would have been a bit more manly and practical. Then they encounter some beautiful Mayan ruins. They were breathtaking. Speaking of breathtaking, Ben thinks they should start climbing. They stop half way so Ben can pitch a picnic. After some caring and sharing. You know, when he told her he thought she was weird. There was a writer's strike, how about unique, special, one of kind, rare, precious. Weird? That's just dumb. Ben you can think you're weird..that's pleasantly self deprecating..calling someone else weird. Not romantic..I'm sure the Mayan gods were crying..or shaking their heads. But Ben and Courtney, they continue to climb..and Ben has an epiphany..temple top..b/c he feels closer to his dad...Oh my dad..I think the air is a bit thin up there.because he didn't seem to be thinkign too clearly..he sees Courtney with him..for life.why? Because he likes weird people. Strange.
Now in Ben's Belizean tote, is that where he carried her change of clothes? They somehow get back to civilization..and have a bite to eat. Where Ben asks he the hard hitting question of why she doesn't get along with other girls.and trying to draw parallels to real life. Nice try Ben..but this show doesn't parallel real life. But who know...maybe on my way to Transcend tomorrow morning I'll do some random street dancing with guy who owns a vinyard.
Group date!
What we've seen in Bachelor's past is the bachelor waking girls up to go on a date. What I have not seen before is the detailed personal hygiene that needed to happen. Tooth brushing cool. Armpit shaving. Not necessary.
What I can say about this group date is that it is not going to get any reality show safety awards. Have the girls on a boat without lifejackets, give them mimosas and then jump in the water with sharks. Maybe I should watch Shark Week to get better shark insight, but putting fish in the water to bring the sharks in then going swimming with them seems like a bad idea. Good thing noone cut themselves when they were furiously shaving at 4 AM. Ben assured Rachel that she's be okay b/c he was by her side..why...because he's the shark whisperer? Rachel got over her fear.
they all survived..and changed..and lounged poolside till Ben decided who he would give the rose to. Nikki told him how much she's falling in love with him...I find Nikki's eagerness off putting...She's going to be a mess. Kacey B is always adorable..but i was distracted by the large flower part (the stamen?) protruding from the flower....I coulnd't concentrate on what she was saying...She got the awkwardly awarded rose..and then Ben just waited there and eveyone just was staring at eachother. Someome pass the mimosas....no there's a time you need a drink.
Survivors ready?
The forced march to the cocktail party reminded me of the walk to tribal council on survivor. Must be the tiki torches. Courtney was funny with her commentsabout how she felt confident and happy. I thought she looked pretty too. Why were the girls not wearing shoes? For safety? their heels would get caught in the planks? I think Rachel borrowed just one of Blakely's long feather earrings. Kacey B seems to look great in any colour.
Ahh! In walks Chris. No cocktail party. Ben has made his mind up..well no not really..after the girls line up..he needs to take Courtney aside..
After the final rose is announced by Chris..there was some long , drawn out suspense..only Rachel, Emily and Courtney..it was a decision..good over evil, light over dark, brunette over blonde(s)
And the brunette wins..
As Courtney so eloquently stated after she smelled her rose deeply..' see ya wouldn't want to be ya'....
Until next week..happy Valentine's Day and...
I LOVE THIS SHOW!!!!!
The dates seem to follow this formula:
Adventure/activity, Eat, Open up to Ben, Repeat
The word of this episode was big...this was a big deal, because after this it's about meeting the families which was big, after the rose ceremony Ben would be going to the hometowns which is HUGE.
Is there a writer's strike in LA?
But back to the big episode with the big decision.
Chris looking slightly island-y welcomes the girls to the island and also reminds them how big this all is.
There will be 3 individual dates and 1 group date avec a rose.
yawwwwn...let's get this started.
Two halves make a whole?
Whuh? I sat through their date and wondered when the them was going to emerge. Actually, the first thing I thought was "didn't I see that tank top that Ben was wearig ..with the little chest pocket..in Club Monaco..in the women's section". It was striped, see through and with a pocket. Is that a guys' tank top?
But back to the them..did they become one when they jump as unit out of the helicopter?
More Bachelor mysteries..where did Lindzi get changed? She didn't board the helcopter with make-up or a tote bag. Yikes..and that peach dress..looked like a stretchy bridesmaid dress. The half couch/half picnic thing looked very uncomfortable to sit in..let alone write their story for the bottle on. Was that the two halves become whole..b/c they wrote on both sides of the paper..one serious side (the fairy tale..right..that's serious)..and then the 'drawing of the illustration' side. When Ben tossed the bottle..it didn't seem to be moving in the water...I thought that might be foreshadowing.
Emily's date- easy peasy
I never have known what easy peasy was. Maybe in dating lingo,that's a date that has no plans. Ride a bike, have some coconut water (all the Hollywood stars are doing it), play basketball with some people uninvited, dance like there is noone watch (Ben..there are 21 million viewers watching..stop dancing!). And to end this romantic date...they have a dinner at the Lazy lizard.
Back at the hacienda..Courtney was showing some emotion...but she was finally awarded..a one on one date...
Courtney's one on one.
I've never been to Belize..but seems you need some kind of aircraft to get to some good dates. Courtney boarded a plane to meet Ben..in the jungle. You'd think he might tell her what type of foot wear might be appropriate..but she wore flip flops..maybe hey were the Gisele Bunchen flip flops (those are so super comfortable)
so they trek through the jungle. Ben carries a straw tote..a messenger back would have been a bit more manly and practical. Then they encounter some beautiful Mayan ruins. They were breathtaking. Speaking of breathtaking, Ben thinks they should start climbing. They stop half way so Ben can pitch a picnic. After some caring and sharing. You know, when he told her he thought she was weird. There was a writer's strike, how about unique, special, one of kind, rare, precious. Weird? That's just dumb. Ben you can think you're weird..that's pleasantly self deprecating..calling someone else weird. Not romantic..I'm sure the Mayan gods were crying..or shaking their heads. But Ben and Courtney, they continue to climb..and Ben has an epiphany..temple top..b/c he feels closer to his dad...Oh my dad..I think the air is a bit thin up there.because he didn't seem to be thinkign too clearly..he sees Courtney with him..for life.why? Because he likes weird people. Strange.
Now in Ben's Belizean tote, is that where he carried her change of clothes? They somehow get back to civilization..and have a bite to eat. Where Ben asks he the hard hitting question of why she doesn't get along with other girls.and trying to draw parallels to real life. Nice try Ben..but this show doesn't parallel real life. But who know...maybe on my way to Transcend tomorrow morning I'll do some random street dancing with guy who owns a vinyard.
Group date!
What we've seen in Bachelor's past is the bachelor waking girls up to go on a date. What I have not seen before is the detailed personal hygiene that needed to happen. Tooth brushing cool. Armpit shaving. Not necessary.
What I can say about this group date is that it is not going to get any reality show safety awards. Have the girls on a boat without lifejackets, give them mimosas and then jump in the water with sharks. Maybe I should watch Shark Week to get better shark insight, but putting fish in the water to bring the sharks in then going swimming with them seems like a bad idea. Good thing noone cut themselves when they were furiously shaving at 4 AM. Ben assured Rachel that she's be okay b/c he was by her side..why...because he's the shark whisperer? Rachel got over her fear.
they all survived..and changed..and lounged poolside till Ben decided who he would give the rose to. Nikki told him how much she's falling in love with him...I find Nikki's eagerness off putting...She's going to be a mess. Kacey B is always adorable..but i was distracted by the large flower part (the stamen?) protruding from the flower....I coulnd't concentrate on what she was saying...She got the awkwardly awarded rose..and then Ben just waited there and eveyone just was staring at eachother. Someome pass the mimosas....no there's a time you need a drink.
Survivors ready?
The forced march to the cocktail party reminded me of the walk to tribal council on survivor. Must be the tiki torches. Courtney was funny with her commentsabout how she felt confident and happy. I thought she looked pretty too. Why were the girls not wearing shoes? For safety? their heels would get caught in the planks? I think Rachel borrowed just one of Blakely's long feather earrings. Kacey B seems to look great in any colour.
Ahh! In walks Chris. No cocktail party. Ben has made his mind up..well no not really..after the girls line up..he needs to take Courtney aside..
After the final rose is announced by Chris..there was some long , drawn out suspense..only Rachel, Emily and Courtney..it was a decision..good over evil, light over dark, brunette over blonde(s)
And the brunette wins..
As Courtney so eloquently stated after she smelled her rose deeply..' see ya wouldn't want to be ya'....
Until next week..happy Valentine's Day and...
I LOVE THIS SHOW!!!!!
Monday, February 6, 2012
A petal of a report
Well... I didn't watch the whole show.
But it was for all the right reasons..
But briefly..
Survivor meets the Bacheor
To continue on the journey that lacks creativity. The tore a page from Survivor..and Kacey and Ben were choppered in to a secluded island. Kacey..brought a stuffed animal, corkscrew and candy. Excellent. Reality show stats show that relationships forged on Survivor last longer than the Bachelor..so maybe some survival will help fortify their relationship. Well..the difference between survivor and this besides the makeup and fresher looking bathing suits..was that they lasted on the island for an houur.
Later, they freshend up fromsurviving..for a beachside dinner. Where Kacey reveled her eating disorder...the irony isn't lost that she didnt eat her dinner. But at least she got a rose. Sweet and calorie free. Kacey didn't do well walking in those heels..kinda like how Madonna couldn't manoever well at the half time show.
PS did't Ben's watch not suit his wrist?
Group date..
Ben drove in on a boat..that looked like it had seen better days. They happen up children in loincloths playing soccer. Then theywere led to a village!! With the locals..I wonder during Canadian Bachelor, they'll drivingdown highway 16 until they happen upon...the Ukranian Village. Very authentic.
But back at the huts..surprise..Courteny shook her money makers at the village
and later at the pool party.
Lindzi gets therose!
Elimination date
Weird dancing competition...and really bad dresses.
Rachel wins!
Nikki date
Nikki is annoying.
I think Kacey has the worst cry face...
I'm willing to put money that the most awkward moment of this bachelor season was Jamie...yikes..that was awkward...
Good bye Jamie...
Until next week in Belize...a tropical adieu....and I LOVE THIS SHOW!!!!
But it was for all the right reasons..
But briefly..
Survivor meets the Bacheor
To continue on the journey that lacks creativity. The tore a page from Survivor..and Kacey and Ben were choppered in to a secluded island. Kacey..brought a stuffed animal, corkscrew and candy. Excellent. Reality show stats show that relationships forged on Survivor last longer than the Bachelor..so maybe some survival will help fortify their relationship. Well..the difference between survivor and this besides the makeup and fresher looking bathing suits..was that they lasted on the island for an houur.
Later, they freshend up fromsurviving..for a beachside dinner. Where Kacey reveled her eating disorder...the irony isn't lost that she didnt eat her dinner. But at least she got a rose. Sweet and calorie free. Kacey didn't do well walking in those heels..kinda like how Madonna couldn't manoever well at the half time show.
PS did't Ben's watch not suit his wrist?
Group date..
Ben drove in on a boat..that looked like it had seen better days. They happen up children in loincloths playing soccer. Then theywere led to a village!! With the locals..I wonder during Canadian Bachelor, they'll drivingdown highway 16 until they happen upon...the Ukranian Village. Very authentic.
But back at the huts..surprise..Courteny shook her money makers at the village
and later at the pool party.
Lindzi gets therose!
Elimination date
Weird dancing competition...and really bad dresses.
Rachel wins!
Nikki date
Nikki is annoying.
I think Kacey has the worst cry face...
I'm willing to put money that the most awkward moment of this bachelor season was Jamie...yikes..that was awkward...
Good bye Jamie...
Until next week in Belize...a tropical adieu....and I LOVE THIS SHOW!!!!
Monday, January 30, 2012
La Licenciatura en Puerto Rico
The Bachelor in Puerto Rico!!It's gonna be caliente!!! or maybe not...
While hooking up my computer, I was having a lot of problems finding a connection. No, not an obvious metaphor, but having some problem with wireless connection. The show was passing me by... Finally, I got my connection...but the show was pretty uneventful in the beginning..with most of the entertainment coming from Courtney's frank,blunt commentary.I found myself agreeing with her a bit....but on to the summary.
Fashion notes..Looks like Ben got a hair cut for the week. Chris Harrison was looking appropriate for the clime, not to flashy, not too understated..but what was with ring on his index finger. That seems very much like a fashion 'don't' for a guy. He could have consulted Rachel about that. Chris gave the low down on was going to go down on la isla de Puerto Rico. Everyone was going to go on a date!!!! And once again he gave some cryptic Bachelor advice to the ladies about time with Ben "use it wisely". Right.
First One on One date..
Nikki
That was one over the top shriek of appreciation of a one on one date. It makes me a bit embarassed for them to be so shrieky. But maybe she's enthusiastic. Ben in his date planning, planned an outdoor date- but did not consult his weather app to check the forecast. They got caught in the rain! Nikki took in stride! They went to buy clothes!!! Ben wanted authentic Puerto Rican...well..he did get a very south american look going with his white get up...he looked a bit like a sugar cane plantation owner..and Nikki? she loooked like she put on a table cloth from Homesense and bad flip flops from Winners.
Awww...they run into a wedding...where a very non-Pippa bridesmaid kept adjusting the brides dress. Weird how the camera people couldn't get a better shot. That made Nikki reflective about what she wanted..andlater in the date..she kept recounting what she wanted....her second chance at fairy tale. (umm maybe those expectations led to the first marriage demise. This conversation about what she wanted continued on the beach. Nikki very much wants to be married again. She didn't ask Ben very many questions.
This diamond ain't a girl's best friend.
Silly Ben and silly date card. It was baseball diamond! And as if this show wasn't competive enough..he's going to pit the girls against eachoter..and the winning team gets...more precious time with Ben!!! Bring on the baseball diamond! This was probably the least denigrating group experience. Blakely brought her game...and most of the girls did really well..and they looked great in their baseball outfits.
The losing team...back to the bus..the red team...got the beach party...The blue team was very very blue on the ride back to the hotel. Too much crying..and as Di calls it "unnecessary wetness". There was one on one time with Ben...Courtney proposed some skinny dipping at some point with Ben. Kacey B gets the rose.she looks fabulous as usual.
Elyse gets on a one on one.
Elyse, the personal trainer is in need of personal development. Courtney foreshadowed that Elyse wouldn't be back (funny that she said she wished she got Elyse's number b/c she needs a personal trainer). Elyse tells Ben on the boat that she accomplished everything she wanted to (!) . She said she's ready for marriage..even so far to say..forget everyone else let's just get married on this boat. Yike..run Ben run!! Ben does a litle relationship test by taking the plunge (twice) with her off the boat. Later they get all dressed up. Ben lost the linens and got into a tux with a droopy bow tie..sans shoes. Elyse looked pretty, but she sounded a bit off. She attempted to take back her comment about doing everything she wanted to..by adding..'as a single girl'. then she added: "i'm so sick of being single"..yikes!! what a reason to be in a relationhip. She then said she wants to be with someone..and Ben took the rose...and looked like he was going to give it to her..but did not!! Smart move. then the awkwardly walked along the shore. I was wondering where they were going. She sadly asked "what did I do wrong" there are so many things wrong with that question...that Ben reassured her she was a nice person..she then turned and looked like she was going to walk into the water...but alas..it was toward a boat...i thought she as going to pull a melodramatic move.
Off she went. Poor boat dude..didn't have a partiton like there is in he limos on American soil.
And what was waiting for Ben...but Courtney..in robe, with wine and cream for a massage. She came to tell Ben...you're only in Puerto Rico once..let's skinny dip (but didn't she say on last week's show that she was there two weeks ago?) Well they do it..i mean they skinny dip. how very risque. How did she get away without the girls knowing.
Cocktail party..
Ben goes into into the party feeling a bit guilty about his decision with Courtney..and decides he needs to be open to everyone.
I didn't get a great sense of connection with Jennifer and Ben. Emily is PhD smart, but not interpersonal smart...she perseverated about Courtney again. Blakely didn't hve feather earrings..but she did have an epiphany! She is deserving of true love. She sounded genuine..and gave Ben some very nice compliments. It's all good that she feels worthy..but this seemed about her and no about her and Ben..this was good enough for Ben and he's very happy about her journey.
Bottom line..Jennifer got shown the door. She was very gracious with Ben, but had an unfortunate ugly cry in the SUV drive around the island. Not pretty, but the producers love this stuff. I often wonder how much of this crying is the blow to the ego vs the loss of the Bachelor...who knows..but till next week.
Me encanta este show!!!!!!!!!
(PS Me encanta que no hay limusinas en Puerto Rico)
While hooking up my computer, I was having a lot of problems finding a connection. No, not an obvious metaphor, but having some problem with wireless connection. The show was passing me by... Finally, I got my connection...but the show was pretty uneventful in the beginning..with most of the entertainment coming from Courtney's frank,blunt commentary.I found myself agreeing with her a bit....but on to the summary.
Fashion notes..Looks like Ben got a hair cut for the week. Chris Harrison was looking appropriate for the clime, not to flashy, not too understated..but what was with ring on his index finger. That seems very much like a fashion 'don't' for a guy. He could have consulted Rachel about that. Chris gave the low down on was going to go down on la isla de Puerto Rico. Everyone was going to go on a date!!!! And once again he gave some cryptic Bachelor advice to the ladies about time with Ben "use it wisely". Right.
First One on One date..
Nikki
That was one over the top shriek of appreciation of a one on one date. It makes me a bit embarassed for them to be so shrieky. But maybe she's enthusiastic. Ben in his date planning, planned an outdoor date- but did not consult his weather app to check the forecast. They got caught in the rain! Nikki took in stride! They went to buy clothes!!! Ben wanted authentic Puerto Rican...well..he did get a very south american look going with his white get up...he looked a bit like a sugar cane plantation owner..and Nikki? she loooked like she put on a table cloth from Homesense and bad flip flops from Winners.
Awww...they run into a wedding...where a very non-Pippa bridesmaid kept adjusting the brides dress. Weird how the camera people couldn't get a better shot. That made Nikki reflective about what she wanted..andlater in the date..she kept recounting what she wanted....her second chance at fairy tale. (umm maybe those expectations led to the first marriage demise. This conversation about what she wanted continued on the beach. Nikki very much wants to be married again. She didn't ask Ben very many questions.
This diamond ain't a girl's best friend.
Silly Ben and silly date card. It was baseball diamond! And as if this show wasn't competive enough..he's going to pit the girls against eachoter..and the winning team gets...more precious time with Ben!!! Bring on the baseball diamond! This was probably the least denigrating group experience. Blakely brought her game...and most of the girls did really well..and they looked great in their baseball outfits.
The losing team...back to the bus..the red team...got the beach party...The blue team was very very blue on the ride back to the hotel. Too much crying..and as Di calls it "unnecessary wetness". There was one on one time with Ben...Courtney proposed some skinny dipping at some point with Ben. Kacey B gets the rose.she looks fabulous as usual.
Elyse gets on a one on one.
Elyse, the personal trainer is in need of personal development. Courtney foreshadowed that Elyse wouldn't be back (funny that she said she wished she got Elyse's number b/c she needs a personal trainer). Elyse tells Ben on the boat that she accomplished everything she wanted to (!) . She said she's ready for marriage..even so far to say..forget everyone else let's just get married on this boat. Yike..run Ben run!! Ben does a litle relationship test by taking the plunge (twice) with her off the boat. Later they get all dressed up. Ben lost the linens and got into a tux with a droopy bow tie..sans shoes. Elyse looked pretty, but she sounded a bit off. She attempted to take back her comment about doing everything she wanted to..by adding..'as a single girl'. then she added: "i'm so sick of being single"..yikes!! what a reason to be in a relationhip. She then said she wants to be with someone..and Ben took the rose...and looked like he was going to give it to her..but did not!! Smart move. then the awkwardly walked along the shore. I was wondering where they were going. She sadly asked "what did I do wrong" there are so many things wrong with that question...that Ben reassured her she was a nice person..she then turned and looked like she was going to walk into the water...but alas..it was toward a boat...i thought she as going to pull a melodramatic move.
Off she went. Poor boat dude..didn't have a partiton like there is in he limos on American soil.
And what was waiting for Ben...but Courtney..in robe, with wine and cream for a massage. She came to tell Ben...you're only in Puerto Rico once..let's skinny dip (but didn't she say on last week's show that she was there two weeks ago?) Well they do it..i mean they skinny dip. how very risque. How did she get away without the girls knowing.
Cocktail party..
Ben goes into into the party feeling a bit guilty about his decision with Courtney..and decides he needs to be open to everyone.
I didn't get a great sense of connection with Jennifer and Ben. Emily is PhD smart, but not interpersonal smart...she perseverated about Courtney again. Blakely didn't hve feather earrings..but she did have an epiphany! She is deserving of true love. She sounded genuine..and gave Ben some very nice compliments. It's all good that she feels worthy..but this seemed about her and no about her and Ben..this was good enough for Ben and he's very happy about her journey.
Bottom line..Jennifer got shown the door. She was very gracious with Ben, but had an unfortunate ugly cry in the SUV drive around the island. Not pretty, but the producers love this stuff. I often wonder how much of this crying is the blow to the ego vs the loss of the Bachelor...who knows..but till next week.
Me encanta este show!!!!!!!!!
(PS Me encanta que no hay limusinas en Puerto Rico)
Monday, January 23, 2012
klip klop: The Bachelor plods along
Yee-awwn. Off they all go to the state outdoor enthusiasts. Utah, despite is natural beauty, doesn't seem like a natural choice for Bachelor dating. Very Brokeback Mountain..but not really. The bachelor was a bit of snore and I'm an unabashed Bachelor afficiando.
The first hour seemed like endless interloping of Kacey B saying she wishes she got an date with Ben, that she wishes it was her, that she wants to be with him..and on an on. But at least someone was talking, because Ben's first date was with Rachel-the fashion consultant. I was abit unimpressed with her fashion choice for the date. I would expect her to match her outfit to the backdrop..something a bit more country with a hint of femininity. Courtney does that well. Rachel looked like she was off to grab a cappucino. As always, she had fantastic hair and makeup though. Ben picked her up in a helicopter (naturally, and the other girls have helicopter envy, naturally)Perhaps hair, make-up oh and the Utah backdrop was enough to distract Ben-their hike, canoe, and meal fireside did not have very inspiring conversation. The did exchange a lot of adjectives about the scenery. This is so _____ (nice, peaceful, romantic,), little dialogue. Rachel self aware enought to know she doesn't open up-but still chose not to. But at the 11th hour..she told him she liked him..and that was enough for Ben to award her a the rose. To celebrate..they go outside to make Smores! he announces..but really they ate roasted marshmallows. Perhaps he forgot the recipe. Sweet ending to the awkward date.
Ben + 8 = group date (a reel boring date)
Ben meets the girls in a clearing-a top a feisty horse, who seemed like he was going to fly off the horse riding throught the creek, but Ben held tight. Miraculously 8 more horses appear and the girls go trail riding to find more fun!! Fly fishing!Flies, non-breathable hip wader and rubber shoes, sounds makes for the opportunitie to warm, sweaty and musty. Fly fishing seems very repetitive..cast and reel, cast and reel... an obvious metaphor for dating- Courtney made several references to it. Lindzi was counting her fish eggs before they were hatched and thought she had this in the bag-alas it was Courtney who caught the fish! The girls got jealous that she caught a fish (seriously?). I thought Ben said they had to catch lunch...but that was not the case.
What better way to end a day of fly fishing, than to have a pool party. Kacey B is adorable and gets her reassurance. Nikki has been a bit under the radar, but she had developed a bit of the crazy love for Ben...a bit of desperate vibe that develops in the Bachelor environs- the competitive vibe, house arrest, North Koreaesque style of cutting off communication with the outside world..only to focus on the golden one (Ben) and the keeper of the date cards (Chris)....would make most people crack a little. Nikki smartly used her one on one time,as did Courteny..who played it right and got rose-assurance that his like for her was true. Samantha was sent home..and Blakely didn't wear big earrings...but she had a button hat.
Ain't not bridge high enough- ain't no crater deep enough
Last one on one is with Jennifer the accountant-she's cute and very into Ben. For the date-Ben has yet another litmus test for love..and it involves heights and adrenaline. This time they take the plunge (ah that cliche is not lost on Ben). Forget how deep the crater. Ben reports how petrified she is. Hmmm..yes it was deep, but she also has her bikini butt in a sling on national TV...that might have been what might have contributed to the fear. I'm not surewhat that proved to him that the survived the dip into the water....and they kissed whilst treading water...but afterthat it was time for dinner! I saw Jennifer eat! That was the second time eating happened this season- the first was teh marshmallows (and I don't rmember if Lindzi ate her ice cream on her date). But is this date over...No way Jose !!(oops..Jose will be next week in Puerto Rico)...we stillhave private concert to attend..Clay Walker (who?)..does a private concertfor them (with about 100 other people in attendance)..but Ben and Jennifer are standing on some structureto elevate them from the crowd. Ben tries to dance again..and Jennifer just want to get her groove on with Ben...oh..by the way...she got the rose.
Meanwhile back the house..things are a brewing...I thought it was nice that Blakely was highlighting Emily's hair (notice her large hoop earrings). Emily has dislike-on for Courtney. Hmm..for an epidemilogist..this must be driving her nuts not to be seeing a trend in Ben's choices...she is staring to perserverate on this..so much so that she (gasp!) brings it forward to him at the next cocktail party.
The cocktail party was abit drama filled-set to the pathetic fallacy of a storm a brewin' outside-but of the adolescent kind..emily doesn't like courtny..courteny's friend tells she so...veiled threats of violence. Emily cracks a bit. Blakely wore big earring. Kacey B was adorable. I couldn ' figure outth other Casey's dress. Nikki is looking a bit love sick. Who is Jamie? Lame cocktail party. Ben wore a skinny tie..and think his suit was a touch tight.
I was sure Monica was going home..the limo ride out Monica cried..not for Ben-more for herself....but isn't that always the way...They always ask why not me...and they never say how much they will miss that person.
yawn..time to go to bed..
Until next time..I still (yawn) love this show!!!
The first hour seemed like endless interloping of Kacey B saying she wishes she got an date with Ben, that she wishes it was her, that she wants to be with him..and on an on. But at least someone was talking, because Ben's first date was with Rachel-the fashion consultant. I was abit unimpressed with her fashion choice for the date. I would expect her to match her outfit to the backdrop..something a bit more country with a hint of femininity. Courtney does that well. Rachel looked like she was off to grab a cappucino. As always, she had fantastic hair and makeup though. Ben picked her up in a helicopter (naturally, and the other girls have helicopter envy, naturally)Perhaps hair, make-up oh and the Utah backdrop was enough to distract Ben-their hike, canoe, and meal fireside did not have very inspiring conversation. The did exchange a lot of adjectives about the scenery. This is so _____ (nice, peaceful, romantic,), little dialogue. Rachel self aware enought to know she doesn't open up-but still chose not to. But at the 11th hour..she told him she liked him..and that was enough for Ben to award her a the rose. To celebrate..they go outside to make Smores! he announces..but really they ate roasted marshmallows. Perhaps he forgot the recipe. Sweet ending to the awkward date.
Ben + 8 = group date (a reel boring date)
Ben meets the girls in a clearing-a top a feisty horse, who seemed like he was going to fly off the horse riding throught the creek, but Ben held tight. Miraculously 8 more horses appear and the girls go trail riding to find more fun!! Fly fishing!Flies, non-breathable hip wader and rubber shoes, sounds makes for the opportunitie to warm, sweaty and musty. Fly fishing seems very repetitive..cast and reel, cast and reel... an obvious metaphor for dating- Courtney made several references to it. Lindzi was counting her fish eggs before they were hatched and thought she had this in the bag-alas it was Courtney who caught the fish! The girls got jealous that she caught a fish (seriously?). I thought Ben said they had to catch lunch...but that was not the case.
What better way to end a day of fly fishing, than to have a pool party. Kacey B is adorable and gets her reassurance. Nikki has been a bit under the radar, but she had developed a bit of the crazy love for Ben...a bit of desperate vibe that develops in the Bachelor environs- the competitive vibe, house arrest, North Koreaesque style of cutting off communication with the outside world..only to focus on the golden one (Ben) and the keeper of the date cards (Chris)....would make most people crack a little. Nikki smartly used her one on one time,as did Courteny..who played it right and got rose-assurance that his like for her was true. Samantha was sent home..and Blakely didn't wear big earrings...but she had a button hat.
Ain't not bridge high enough- ain't no crater deep enough
Last one on one is with Jennifer the accountant-she's cute and very into Ben. For the date-Ben has yet another litmus test for love..and it involves heights and adrenaline. This time they take the plunge (ah that cliche is not lost on Ben). Forget how deep the crater. Ben reports how petrified she is. Hmmm..yes it was deep, but she also has her bikini butt in a sling on national TV...that might have been what might have contributed to the fear. I'm not surewhat that proved to him that the survived the dip into the water....and they kissed whilst treading water...but afterthat it was time for dinner! I saw Jennifer eat! That was the second time eating happened this season- the first was teh marshmallows (and I don't rmember if Lindzi ate her ice cream on her date). But is this date over...No way Jose !!(oops..Jose will be next week in Puerto Rico)...we stillhave private concert to attend..Clay Walker (who?)..does a private concertfor them (with about 100 other people in attendance)..but Ben and Jennifer are standing on some structureto elevate them from the crowd. Ben tries to dance again..and Jennifer just want to get her groove on with Ben...oh..by the way...she got the rose.
Meanwhile back the house..things are a brewing...I thought it was nice that Blakely was highlighting Emily's hair (notice her large hoop earrings). Emily has dislike-on for Courtney. Hmm..for an epidemilogist..this must be driving her nuts not to be seeing a trend in Ben's choices...she is staring to perserverate on this..so much so that she (gasp!) brings it forward to him at the next cocktail party.
The cocktail party was abit drama filled-set to the pathetic fallacy of a storm a brewin' outside-but of the adolescent kind..emily doesn't like courtny..courteny's friend tells she so...veiled threats of violence. Emily cracks a bit. Blakely wore big earring. Kacey B was adorable. I couldn ' figure outth other Casey's dress. Nikki is looking a bit love sick. Who is Jamie? Lame cocktail party. Ben wore a skinny tie..and think his suit was a touch tight.
I was sure Monica was going home..the limo ride out Monica cried..not for Ben-more for herself....but isn't that always the way...They always ask why not me...and they never say how much they will miss that person.
yawn..time to go to bed..
Until next time..I still (yawn) love this show!!!
Monday, January 16, 2012
That's Amore
Just when you think there can't be more drama..it's possible! From the valleys of Sonoma up the winding streets of San Francisco, the amazing journey to true love can be fraught with risk, embarassment, romance..and a few surprises!
The road to true love on the Bachelor is fraught with cliche and lack of originality. One of the things of I love though about this show is the ritual. Chris, the roses, the candles, cocktail parties, cocktail party dresses, good and bad fashion..and of late...there is a smattering of product placement. Ritual is good..cliche gets tiring. One thing they don't spend money on is a creative team of writers. The dates at this stage typically involve 1)a challege that typically involves height, conquering fears (as a test of commitment, compatability),reward that follows includes romance and appetizing food that is largely untouched 2) a group date that involves some type of exhibitionism and embarassment-which may be eased by being part of a group...interesting sociological approach 3) the romance which involves a unique transportantion method, some type of jewellry, a private concert by a band trying to boost top 40 radio play (to a song that might serve as the their exit song). So here is what the Bachelor produced this week:
1. The Challenge: Ain't no Bridge high enough
Well...we all know if you can conquer a fear, you can conquer love. Emily is lovely, sweet, intelligent and a budding epidemiologist..but not an entymologist by any means. That girl speaks in cliches. Ben by no means is a poet (but he kinda dressed like one on his dates...you're not in Sonoma anymore Ben..) But back to the bridge. someone decided that if Emily can scale the bridge, she and Ben can get through anything. Ben said whilst on the bridge.."What can I do to help her"...and he gave her a kiss? Apparently that did fortify her (but again not her vocabulary)..The bridge is a something that brings two things together..and it brought her and Ben together. Right. Well...nothing works up an appetite more than scaling a bridge..so Ben and Emily take a meal I mean sit near food alfresco. Doesn't Ben look like he's wearing lipgloss. And what was with the weird anecdote about her being paired with her brother online dating. Cue awkwardness and chirping birds. Emily did look very pretty in purple. Emily gets the rose and to celebrate the night.fireworks of course!
Lose the leaf list
In the mean time..Date card date card!!! Group embarassament, I mean group date time. Blatant product placement with the Honda CRVs. What was the point of having the girls' photo on the digial display.
Well, nothing i like to do more on a date than ski in a bikini! Yeah!! That might be on Ben's Leaf List. Skiing down the streets of San Francisco...maybe Ben harvests more than grapes on his Sonoma farm..that's one wacked out bucket, I mean leaf list.
Has anyone heard of a leaf list? After skiing there is a party for the ski bunnies. There is serial kissing..ewww...Where's Emily with the antibacterial mouth spray.
Does anyone notice how fantastically Rachel does her eyeshadow?? Really I wish I could have a tutorial. Not so hot were Blakely's shoulder duster earrings..more feathers. A lot of birds are harmed for Blakly' accessories.
Meanwhile back at house/hotel arrest central..the last date card is awarded..to confused/conflicted Britney.Britney's not feelin' it...and frankly neither was I..I'm guessing Ben wasn't either this was just more drama. But gotta give it up to Britney for recognizing the end was near and she left with dignity..better thanpassing out or weeping openly at the rose ceremony. Gramma will be proud.
Not the first impression, but the lasting impression
did anyone get that? Well, it was repeated to make sure that we heard the clever turn of phrase. I think the writers worked overtime for that one. Lindzi got the runner up date card. (doesn't she look like a cross between Jennifer Aniston and Sheryl Crow?)I noticed she didn't get the Tiffany-esque San Francisco key as was presented to Britney I thought the key necklace was 2010...Let the romance begin. I did note that Lindzi did not wear dirt as make up..far from it. She looked lovely. I think Ben thought she could use the 300 calorie ice cream cone...Lots of romantic surprises for Lindzi..Tram car! Ice Cream! Private concert (with awkward dancing by Ben, interspersed by awkward Ben kisses in front of the band), Private bar! Piano playing by Ben! Fun ! Fun ! Fun! And Lindzi got the rose even after she told Ben the worst breakup line "welcome to dumpsville population you"...hmmm what kind of jerk would write that. And Lindzi said she was really in love with him. Love is blind..she should wipe some of the dirt make up out of her eyes....
Spoiler alert...strange women coming for Ben...
This is where the show hit an alltime low. And showed how mean humans can be.Okay..so maybe Shawntel came out of nowhere..but she didn't parachute into the set out of nowhere...the Bachelor show let her come on. The anger, bitterness, cattiness was misplaced. Direct it toward Chris or the producers. I guess you don't bit the hand that's holding the camera angle.
Oddly Shawntel professes her intense like and chemistry for Ben. Ben is shocked...cliche and speechless. This put the Bachelorettes tailfeathers in a not. Emily was the only one who tried to be fair. The cocktail party is deemed over..and teh selection begins. Courtney is becoming less becoming as her meanness resurfaces. Elyse (the personal trainer with the oddly shaped circle necklace) nearly lostit...maybe she had some 'roid rage. Now the odd thing is is that Nicki got all nutty about Shawntel's appearance..isn't Nicki from a previous season?? Was it London Calling?? She did say that Nicki rode in on her high hearse..which really didn't make sense..although it was alliterative and a good play on words...valiant effort at clever. Speaking of not being clever..during the rose ceremony- Courtney's reluctant yet un elegant acceptance highlighted that her beauty stops at the epidermis...(especially when she referred to Shawntel as What's her butt)
Whoa...there was a medical episode at the end of the ceremony. Clearly Emily is a PhD not an MD...after Erica nearly passed out Emily ran to get....a pillow!!! Jaclyn was busy crying..and Shawntel was just trying to maintain eye contact.
Ben witholds the final rose..and Shawntel is sent packing..well...she exited the hotel sans suitcase.
Phew..that show was emotionally exhausting...hopefully the girls will benefit from a lower smog index and with some clean air and country livin' in Utah!!!
Until next week....I love this show!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
PS..did anyone watch the outake...of the lip tatoo with Amore tatoo???
The road to true love on the Bachelor is fraught with cliche and lack of originality. One of the things of I love though about this show is the ritual. Chris, the roses, the candles, cocktail parties, cocktail party dresses, good and bad fashion..and of late...there is a smattering of product placement. Ritual is good..cliche gets tiring. One thing they don't spend money on is a creative team of writers. The dates at this stage typically involve 1)a challege that typically involves height, conquering fears (as a test of commitment, compatability),reward that follows includes romance and appetizing food that is largely untouched 2) a group date that involves some type of exhibitionism and embarassment-which may be eased by being part of a group...interesting sociological approach 3) the romance which involves a unique transportantion method, some type of jewellry, a private concert by a band trying to boost top 40 radio play (to a song that might serve as the their exit song). So here is what the Bachelor produced this week:
1. The Challenge: Ain't no Bridge high enough
Well...we all know if you can conquer a fear, you can conquer love. Emily is lovely, sweet, intelligent and a budding epidemiologist..but not an entymologist by any means. That girl speaks in cliches. Ben by no means is a poet (but he kinda dressed like one on his dates...you're not in Sonoma anymore Ben..) But back to the bridge. someone decided that if Emily can scale the bridge, she and Ben can get through anything. Ben said whilst on the bridge.."What can I do to help her"...and he gave her a kiss? Apparently that did fortify her (but again not her vocabulary)..The bridge is a something that brings two things together..and it brought her and Ben together. Right. Well...nothing works up an appetite more than scaling a bridge..so Ben and Emily take a meal I mean sit near food alfresco. Doesn't Ben look like he's wearing lipgloss. And what was with the weird anecdote about her being paired with her brother online dating. Cue awkwardness and chirping birds. Emily did look very pretty in purple. Emily gets the rose and to celebrate the night.fireworks of course!
Lose the leaf list
In the mean time..Date card date card!!! Group embarassament, I mean group date time. Blatant product placement with the Honda CRVs. What was the point of having the girls' photo on the digial display.
Well, nothing i like to do more on a date than ski in a bikini! Yeah!! That might be on Ben's Leaf List. Skiing down the streets of San Francisco...maybe Ben harvests more than grapes on his Sonoma farm..that's one wacked out bucket, I mean leaf list.
Has anyone heard of a leaf list? After skiing there is a party for the ski bunnies. There is serial kissing..ewww...Where's Emily with the antibacterial mouth spray.
Does anyone notice how fantastically Rachel does her eyeshadow?? Really I wish I could have a tutorial. Not so hot were Blakely's shoulder duster earrings..more feathers. A lot of birds are harmed for Blakly' accessories.
Meanwhile back at house/hotel arrest central..the last date card is awarded..to confused/conflicted Britney.Britney's not feelin' it...and frankly neither was I..I'm guessing Ben wasn't either this was just more drama. But gotta give it up to Britney for recognizing the end was near and she left with dignity..better thanpassing out or weeping openly at the rose ceremony. Gramma will be proud.
Not the first impression, but the lasting impression
did anyone get that? Well, it was repeated to make sure that we heard the clever turn of phrase. I think the writers worked overtime for that one. Lindzi got the runner up date card. (doesn't she look like a cross between Jennifer Aniston and Sheryl Crow?)I noticed she didn't get the Tiffany-esque San Francisco key as was presented to Britney I thought the key necklace was 2010...Let the romance begin. I did note that Lindzi did not wear dirt as make up..far from it. She looked lovely. I think Ben thought she could use the 300 calorie ice cream cone...Lots of romantic surprises for Lindzi..Tram car! Ice Cream! Private concert (with awkward dancing by Ben, interspersed by awkward Ben kisses in front of the band), Private bar! Piano playing by Ben! Fun ! Fun ! Fun! And Lindzi got the rose even after she told Ben the worst breakup line "welcome to dumpsville population you"...hmmm what kind of jerk would write that. And Lindzi said she was really in love with him. Love is blind..she should wipe some of the dirt make up out of her eyes....
Spoiler alert...strange women coming for Ben...
This is where the show hit an alltime low. And showed how mean humans can be.Okay..so maybe Shawntel came out of nowhere..but she didn't parachute into the set out of nowhere...the Bachelor show let her come on. The anger, bitterness, cattiness was misplaced. Direct it toward Chris or the producers. I guess you don't bit the hand that's holding the camera angle.
Oddly Shawntel professes her intense like and chemistry for Ben. Ben is shocked...cliche and speechless. This put the Bachelorettes tailfeathers in a not. Emily was the only one who tried to be fair. The cocktail party is deemed over..and teh selection begins. Courtney is becoming less becoming as her meanness resurfaces. Elyse (the personal trainer with the oddly shaped circle necklace) nearly lostit...maybe she had some 'roid rage. Now the odd thing is is that Nicki got all nutty about Shawntel's appearance..isn't Nicki from a previous season?? Was it London Calling?? She did say that Nicki rode in on her high hearse..which really didn't make sense..although it was alliterative and a good play on words...valiant effort at clever. Speaking of not being clever..during the rose ceremony- Courtney's reluctant yet un elegant acceptance highlighted that her beauty stops at the epidermis...(especially when she referred to Shawntel as What's her butt)
Whoa...there was a medical episode at the end of the ceremony. Clearly Emily is a PhD not an MD...after Erica nearly passed out Emily ran to get....a pillow!!! Jaclyn was busy crying..and Shawntel was just trying to maintain eye contact.
Ben witholds the final rose..and Shawntel is sent packing..well...she exited the hotel sans suitcase.
Phew..that show was emotionally exhausting...hopefully the girls will benefit from a lower smog index and with some clean air and country livin' in Utah!!!
Until next week....I love this show!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
PS..did anyone watch the outake...of the lip tatoo with Amore tatoo???
Monday, January 9, 2012
There's no place like Sonoma
There's Chris Harrison and the Bachelor crew mixin' it up again. What? Already at the hometown. It is a gorgeous setting, and as Ben has stated thrice-he's believes in the process and he's gonna get down and vulnerable...
The show starts with the hopefuls being shuttled alfresco to the compound er mansion (actually Sonoma inn). Hmm open liquor in the vehicle. Is that against the law. I know it ain't Alberta, but Arnold is running California...but he's got other worries..with the divorce and all.
Ben strolls in looking casual..he could even pull off those Ked's sneakers. Really, you have to have the right frame for that. On a bigger dude the Keds would definitely not work. Ben needs a better hair stylist..but he was looking fabulous. What kinda vehicle does he drive. It looks a bit rugged, but not quite. Kinda like Ben.
First date with the cute Kacey. I understand she was going a bit rustic with the outfit choice..but almost too much so. She's so cute though..Talking, rhetoric and conversation are not her strong suits. Shorts and baton twirling..and she's got Bachelor game. The two person parade down Sonoma avenue was ridiculous. "We're having our own parade". I think most people call it going for a walk. She checked the baton at the movie theatre entrance...and the show did an edmotional check-in on Ben. Oh my...the home videos with Ben's dad...so sad:) Kacey gave Ben lovely support...and she did a good job listening. Ben gave her the rose. The money spent on baton twirling...not wasted. I played the trombone when I was 13..I knew I should have auditioned for this season!!!
Group date: Now why do group dates have to be humiliating. I think it's in the Bachelor bylaws. This one involved Bachelorette's auditioning to children who didn't have criteria against which to judge their performance. Now I know I look at Ben with rose-coloured :) glasses, but he seemed so at ease and genuine with the kids. Yikes..what would you call Blakely's outfit? A onesie? A (short)pant suit? Pyjamas?
The children (or producers) ironically gave Blakely the most costume fabric to don for the show. The show went on, Ben was wonderful (surprise) Jennifer the accountant was adorable. and then of course..there's the wrap-up party, where ironically people unwrap and get unravelled. Note, no children were invited to the pool party. The pool party was elegantly catered (did you see the lovely cheese tray..the was untouched)..but there plenty of fromage on this show. Again-Blakely's how shall I say it..bold..fashion choices. Some people wear hair extensions, I think she gets earring extensions. And the mint nail polish? On a happy note, Jennifer got some one on one time with Ben. Jennifer seems fresh and radiant..and minamalist on the makiage..unlike many of the other girls. Emily is one of my favourites-she seems pretty understated and balanced too. Monika reminds me of a Paris Hilton wanna be.
Blakely swam in for the kill...I mean kiss...and she was awarded to the rose. She's too funny...She overtly stated "well I'm blessed in some places". 'nuff said.
Work Supermodel Work....
Next date card goes to Courtney. Courtney seems like she's a mean girl. The comment that she made to the girl who read the date card "how did that feel coming out of your mouth". So mean spirited. She got the final date..and got the last one on one "spin the bottle" date card.Obviously, Ben was thought spinning was a good luck thing given the date with Kacey the baton twirler. On this date he brings Scotch (hmm odd name choice..you think he'd call him Spritzer, Vino, Grapes, Stomp..but Scotch?) his brotha from another motha...along. Nice..check if puppy likes the girl. Hmm Scotch spent much of the date cold...musta been the vibe he was picking up from Courteny. Courteny looked gorgeous..it did seem like she was wearing Kacey's boots though. They had a picnic in the woods (didn't see them eat)...then they walked through a vinyard..then had another uneaten meal with haybales as chairs. Note that the wine was uncorked and poured (both red and white)...hmm the dude owns a vineyard..let them drink wine!! Ben was mesmerized by Courtney. She sashayed the walk, talked the talk..and swang on a swing with Ben..and she got the rose!
Rose ceremony.
Not the most elegant rose room.Not only were some of the girls squished into their dresses (Samantha), but they all seemed squished into a room. No wonder Jenna was gasping for air again. Not only was she gasping for air, she was grasping for words...for a blogger, a writer. she really isn't a speaker. Her pronouncement to Ben "I feel like I'm a guy"..hmm as Monica and Paris would say "not hot". Jaclyn and Blakely (aka fakely..hahahaha that was funny) both chose sequins. Lindzi the horse whisperer wore a pretty pink dress and got all faux humble. Fiddlesticks Ben, this aint' me..ususally dirt is mah make-up" Yuk yuk. Well she does clean up real nice y'all. And she drives a F 350 (I didn't know they went beyond 150) and it's Diesel (the fuel..not the denim).. She's a gosh darn country girl! Well, maybe she likes dirt as her make up, but I'll stick to exfoliating:)
Random observation- wasn't nikki..a Bachelorette from a previous season? And I'm sure she was on Bachelor Pad too. Looks like it's the Bachelor's California environmental protocol to recycle contestants.
Well Jenna was sent packing. Yikes..pretty bad breakdown for Jenna. And now it's immortalzed on video. Wonder if she's gonna blog about it...
Until next week...whene they leave their hearts in San Francisco...
I LOVE THIS SHOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
The show starts with the hopefuls being shuttled alfresco to the compound er mansion (actually Sonoma inn). Hmm open liquor in the vehicle. Is that against the law. I know it ain't Alberta, but Arnold is running California...but he's got other worries..with the divorce and all.
Ben strolls in looking casual..he could even pull off those Ked's sneakers. Really, you have to have the right frame for that. On a bigger dude the Keds would definitely not work. Ben needs a better hair stylist..but he was looking fabulous. What kinda vehicle does he drive. It looks a bit rugged, but not quite. Kinda like Ben.
First date with the cute Kacey. I understand she was going a bit rustic with the outfit choice..but almost too much so. She's so cute though..Talking, rhetoric and conversation are not her strong suits. Shorts and baton twirling..and she's got Bachelor game. The two person parade down Sonoma avenue was ridiculous. "We're having our own parade". I think most people call it going for a walk. She checked the baton at the movie theatre entrance...and the show did an edmotional check-in on Ben. Oh my...the home videos with Ben's dad...so sad:) Kacey gave Ben lovely support...and she did a good job listening. Ben gave her the rose. The money spent on baton twirling...not wasted. I played the trombone when I was 13..I knew I should have auditioned for this season!!!
Group date: Now why do group dates have to be humiliating. I think it's in the Bachelor bylaws. This one involved Bachelorette's auditioning to children who didn't have criteria against which to judge their performance. Now I know I look at Ben with rose-coloured :) glasses, but he seemed so at ease and genuine with the kids. Yikes..what would you call Blakely's outfit? A onesie? A (short)pant suit? Pyjamas?
The children (or producers) ironically gave Blakely the most costume fabric to don for the show. The show went on, Ben was wonderful (surprise) Jennifer the accountant was adorable. and then of course..there's the wrap-up party, where ironically people unwrap and get unravelled. Note, no children were invited to the pool party. The pool party was elegantly catered (did you see the lovely cheese tray..the was untouched)..but there plenty of fromage on this show. Again-Blakely's how shall I say it..bold..fashion choices. Some people wear hair extensions, I think she gets earring extensions. And the mint nail polish? On a happy note, Jennifer got some one on one time with Ben. Jennifer seems fresh and radiant..and minamalist on the makiage..unlike many of the other girls. Emily is one of my favourites-she seems pretty understated and balanced too. Monika reminds me of a Paris Hilton wanna be.
Blakely swam in for the kill...I mean kiss...and she was awarded to the rose. She's too funny...She overtly stated "well I'm blessed in some places". 'nuff said.
Work Supermodel Work....
Next date card goes to Courtney. Courtney seems like she's a mean girl. The comment that she made to the girl who read the date card "how did that feel coming out of your mouth". So mean spirited. She got the final date..and got the last one on one "spin the bottle" date card.Obviously, Ben was thought spinning was a good luck thing given the date with Kacey the baton twirler. On this date he brings Scotch (hmm odd name choice..you think he'd call him Spritzer, Vino, Grapes, Stomp..but Scotch?) his brotha from another motha...along. Nice..check if puppy likes the girl. Hmm Scotch spent much of the date cold...musta been the vibe he was picking up from Courteny. Courteny looked gorgeous..it did seem like she was wearing Kacey's boots though. They had a picnic in the woods (didn't see them eat)...then they walked through a vinyard..then had another uneaten meal with haybales as chairs. Note that the wine was uncorked and poured (both red and white)...hmm the dude owns a vineyard..let them drink wine!! Ben was mesmerized by Courtney. She sashayed the walk, talked the talk..and swang on a swing with Ben..and she got the rose!
Rose ceremony.
Not the most elegant rose room.Not only were some of the girls squished into their dresses (Samantha), but they all seemed squished into a room. No wonder Jenna was gasping for air again. Not only was she gasping for air, she was grasping for words...for a blogger, a writer. she really isn't a speaker. Her pronouncement to Ben "I feel like I'm a guy"..hmm as Monica and Paris would say "not hot". Jaclyn and Blakely (aka fakely..hahahaha that was funny) both chose sequins. Lindzi the horse whisperer wore a pretty pink dress and got all faux humble. Fiddlesticks Ben, this aint' me..ususally dirt is mah make-up" Yuk yuk. Well she does clean up real nice y'all. And she drives a F 350 (I didn't know they went beyond 150) and it's Diesel (the fuel..not the denim).. She's a gosh darn country girl! Well, maybe she likes dirt as her make up, but I'll stick to exfoliating:)
Random observation- wasn't nikki..a Bachelorette from a previous season? And I'm sure she was on Bachelor Pad too. Looks like it's the Bachelor's California environmental protocol to recycle contestants.
Well Jenna was sent packing. Yikes..pretty bad breakdown for Jenna. And now it's immortalzed on video. Wonder if she's gonna blog about it...
Until next week...whene they leave their hearts in San Francisco...
I LOVE THIS SHOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Monday, January 2, 2012
The Rose Report: Some Whine with that?
After a hiatus from the Bachelorette..because I Ashley was super annoying. Ben, the owner of a winery is the Bachelor. I fell a little in love with Ben last season. His genuine nature, gently tousled hair, dry sense of humour, closeness with this family...really I could go on..
But..allow me to be the sommelier of Ben's first picks and what he will leave in the and He's still completely adorable. Since I must..Let the journey begin..with limos of course.
In the parade out of the limos-there of the most awkward 'set me apart from the other 24 girls' conversations. Erica the law student's verdict guilty of being sexy with the pow pow finger motion accompanied with a click click sound made me cringe inwardly and outwardly. Some of them were Brut-al. Here are the the top notes:)
The Baconator? Really? It's good to be cutesy, but most girls don't like to be associated with swine, despite being the lower fat content Canadian variety..then she topped that off with wanna taste? Hmmm. Ben does wine tastings, not faux person/pork tastings. I was wondering what he would do- he tastefully kissed her hand. Well at least Canadian Amber is called the Baconator..and doesn't go by pork hock.
Elyse....the personal trainer..looked a bit like she was doing lunges when she was walking in her dress..maybe heels + lunges is better for the backside. I'll have to try it...
Jenna blogger..she seemed so cute.. a it Carrie Bradshaw esque..that what I was hoping for..but she stumbled and misquoted Ben's quote (bad for a writer)..and she fumbled in speaking with him..when she blogs about dating (oops..feeling a bit self conscious..moving along)
Emily...in the era of product placement I wondered if Emily's santizing hand lotion and mouth spray was an FDA promotion of hand hygience. Hmmm if they've seen any season of the Bachelor..hand hygiene is the least of their worries in terms of disease fighting. We'll see if she makes it to the FOD.
Amber T critical care nurse, with her reappearance and cheesy line just in case you don't believe in love at first sight, let me let you see it again...wow horrible. Who writes for this show.
Holly the Kentucky woman known beautiful women and fast horses. Hmm not according to Pitbull..apparently it's Miami...
Did anyone notice that mid way Ben said I'm loving the brunettes!! Ah Ben...so lovely and earthy.
Shira- I think the worst exchange with Ben. " I know everyothing about wine" "Oops..not I don't I just drink it"...
Blakely.gorgeous girl..but what's a VIP Cocktail waitress? And what was with the feathers..were those earrings or hair extensions..and I thought feathers were very early 2011.
Jennifer the accountant. Now we all know accountants are a blast..so she whipped out some numbers...numbers..1190 miles 0 arrested; 54; dresses 1 times in love..hopefully maki it 2.
Anna....the student..kind of reminded me of the girl with fangs.
Shawn..I always cheer for the single moms..b/c they likely have to do a lot of organizing to do this show..but what was up with that dress?? That was one crazy shade of green...very shiny green.
And finally.. Lindzi..who rode in on the horse...that's a bit of a gamble..I know she likes horses and all...but would you want to risk smelling of horse all night. Ben very elegantly helped her dismount:)
On to the Bachelor meet and greet,did you notice that Ben (wisely) was drinking water..and not wine..maybe the wine doesn't meet his standards.
Yikes..it's getting late..a few more words about the bachelor party..the mood was spicy (monica and blakely), steely (Rachel the model), hollow (Jenna). Oh..and what about grandma. We were led to believe she'd be a bachelorette..she was very lovely, but she didn't add much depth to the show ..nor did her granddaughter..they all just sat around and exchanged niceties. Ben was very much a gentleman though (sigh).
Dianna and her choice to blindfold Ben and feed him candy was tawdry a completely pointless. Emily...pulled some serious Kanye and put together a fabulous rap. She stuck with the epidemiology them..but seriously..i'd move away from the bacterial theme..maybe he'd get yeast and fermentation with the wine thing..but bacteria and diseases don't seem to romantic to me.
I started to feel unwell for Jenna..was she really drunk or paralysed from anxiety. Either way it wasn't flattery..and she did a classic first night at the mansion thing and cried in the bathroom from the pressure. Dating's a pressure cooker...and you don't wanna be the bottom of the wine barrel.
First impression rose went to Lindzi and the horse she came in on..oh no..it wasn't because of the horse Ben said. She does seem cute and fun:)
And the roses were awarded..biggest shocker of the night..Jenna was picked!! Or maybe that was a producer's pick..she will be sure afford the viewers some unfortunate drama... He did say no to the baconator..so back to Canada she goes.. Too bad about Amber..the critical care nurse, she seemed nice..even thought I"m sure she had two bump-its in her hair...
Until next time..I LOVE THIS SHOW!!!!!!
But..allow me to be the sommelier of Ben's first picks and what he will leave in the and He's still completely adorable. Since I must..Let the journey begin..with limos of course.
In the parade out of the limos-there of the most awkward 'set me apart from the other 24 girls' conversations. Erica the law student's verdict guilty of being sexy with the pow pow finger motion accompanied with a click click sound made me cringe inwardly and outwardly. Some of them were Brut-al. Here are the the top notes:)
The Baconator? Really? It's good to be cutesy, but most girls don't like to be associated with swine, despite being the lower fat content Canadian variety..then she topped that off with wanna taste? Hmmm. Ben does wine tastings, not faux person/pork tastings. I was wondering what he would do- he tastefully kissed her hand. Well at least Canadian Amber is called the Baconator..and doesn't go by pork hock.
Elyse....the personal trainer..looked a bit like she was doing lunges when she was walking in her dress..maybe heels + lunges is better for the backside. I'll have to try it...
Jenna blogger..she seemed so cute.. a it Carrie Bradshaw esque..that what I was hoping for..but she stumbled and misquoted Ben's quote (bad for a writer)..and she fumbled in speaking with him..when she blogs about dating (oops..feeling a bit self conscious..moving along)
Emily...in the era of product placement I wondered if Emily's santizing hand lotion and mouth spray was an FDA promotion of hand hygience. Hmmm if they've seen any season of the Bachelor..hand hygiene is the least of their worries in terms of disease fighting. We'll see if she makes it to the FOD.
Amber T critical care nurse, with her reappearance and cheesy line just in case you don't believe in love at first sight, let me let you see it again...wow horrible. Who writes for this show.
Holly the Kentucky woman known beautiful women and fast horses. Hmm not according to Pitbull..apparently it's Miami...
Did anyone notice that mid way Ben said I'm loving the brunettes!! Ah Ben...so lovely and earthy.
Shira- I think the worst exchange with Ben. " I know everyothing about wine" "Oops..not I don't I just drink it"...
Blakely.gorgeous girl..but what's a VIP Cocktail waitress? And what was with the feathers..were those earrings or hair extensions..and I thought feathers were very early 2011.
Jennifer the accountant. Now we all know accountants are a blast..so she whipped out some numbers...numbers..1190 miles 0 arrested; 54; dresses 1 times in love..hopefully maki it 2.
Anna....the student..kind of reminded me of the girl with fangs.
Shawn..I always cheer for the single moms..b/c they likely have to do a lot of organizing to do this show..but what was up with that dress?? That was one crazy shade of green...very shiny green.
And finally.. Lindzi..who rode in on the horse...that's a bit of a gamble..I know she likes horses and all...but would you want to risk smelling of horse all night. Ben very elegantly helped her dismount:)
On to the Bachelor meet and greet,did you notice that Ben (wisely) was drinking water..and not wine..maybe the wine doesn't meet his standards.
Yikes..it's getting late..a few more words about the bachelor party..the mood was spicy (monica and blakely), steely (Rachel the model), hollow (Jenna). Oh..and what about grandma. We were led to believe she'd be a bachelorette..she was very lovely, but she didn't add much depth to the show ..nor did her granddaughter..they all just sat around and exchanged niceties. Ben was very much a gentleman though (sigh).
Dianna and her choice to blindfold Ben and feed him candy was tawdry a completely pointless. Emily...pulled some serious Kanye and put together a fabulous rap. She stuck with the epidemiology them..but seriously..i'd move away from the bacterial theme..maybe he'd get yeast and fermentation with the wine thing..but bacteria and diseases don't seem to romantic to me.
I started to feel unwell for Jenna..was she really drunk or paralysed from anxiety. Either way it wasn't flattery..and she did a classic first night at the mansion thing and cried in the bathroom from the pressure. Dating's a pressure cooker...and you don't wanna be the bottom of the wine barrel.
First impression rose went to Lindzi and the horse she came in on..oh no..it wasn't because of the horse Ben said. She does seem cute and fun:)
And the roses were awarded..biggest shocker of the night..Jenna was picked!! Or maybe that was a producer's pick..she will be sure afford the viewers some unfortunate drama... He did say no to the baconator..so back to Canada she goes.. Too bad about Amber..the critical care nurse, she seemed nice..even thought I"m sure she had two bump-its in her hair...
Until next time..I LOVE THIS SHOW!!!!!!
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