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...

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!!!)

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...

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!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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!!!!!

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!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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)