Hey, everyone! Lincee is on vacation this week and needed someone to fill in for her so she asked me and her friend Jill to write this week’s recap. Jill (not to be confused with Jillian) told Lincee that she wouldn’t write but she would come watch the show with me and help me out. I think she also secretly told Lincee that if our recap was a big, boring flop she wanted it to be on my shoulders alone. Thanks, Jill.
So let me introduce myself . . . my name is Catherine. I’m 33, a Libra, and have an unnatural love of Swiss Cake Rolls. Nice to meet you.
Lincee told us that she usually does a top 10 for The Men Tell All episode so Jill and I sat down with our laptops and got ready to make notes of our favorite moments from the show. Surely there would be lots of excitement, right? In the end, it was a bit of a bore. I had to keep rewinding things for Jill because she kept getting more interested in a craft blog she was reading. Seriously – who reads craft blogs?? But I digress . . .
We had a hard time picking our top 10 things from the episode. Should we write about how presh Michael is and how he makes me want to learn to break dance for the first time in my life? Or should we write about how edgy ROBBY D!!! was in this episode? Or how awkward the Reid hula dancing scene was? Or how Jake really can’t pull off the F-bomb? So many things to choose from! So we decided that, instead of just 10 our Favorites, we’d give you a Baker’s Dozen. You’re welcome.
So here we go . . .
13. I love how Gary the camera guy gets random, awkward shots of women in the audience who look at each other “spontaneously” to react to something scandalous that was just said. You can almost hear Gary cueing them: “Give me disgusted. Nice. Now give me surprised. Good job, ladies. Now turn to each other and mumble. You ladies are naturals.”
12. There were LOTS of cuss words tonight, weren’t there? Gene the Bleep Guy FINALLY got the action he’s been waiting for. (Psssst . . . Lincee, I hope you don’t mind but I created an ABC guy and named him Gene. Also, I hope you don’t mind that I have decided that Gene and Gary the Camera Guy are best buds and play poker every other Thursday night. Let’s talk about it when you get home.)
11. I was reminded of how much Sasha confuses me every time he speaks. He tries but he has a hard time making sense. And he talks SOOOOO fast, you find yourself concentrating more on the fact that he hasn’t taken a breath. It’s kind of amazing, really: “Whenyoutellpeopleallthetimethatyou’reperfectthatwomenwantsomethingtofixthat’snottrue. Theywantittybittygreenswimmingshorts.Andthenwhenyoucomeacrossit’ssocannedlike itcameoffoflikeasoapoperait’slikethewholenineyards.Likeamythicalunicorn.You’reasheepandI’mawolf.Haveyouseentheunicorn? Andthat’swhyjillianwaslikebeyourselfandyou’relikethisiswhoIambutitdoesn’tlooklikearealperson, itlookslikea*****actor.” [Aaaaaaaaaaaaaand gasp for breath]. I just find myself saying “huh?” every time he opens his mouth.
10. Pizza Guy Mark made a late break for some airtime in this episode. I mean, he’s a few roses too late but I appreciate the effort – he spoke up LOTS. We found out he has an opinion. We found out he has a sense of humor. We found out he has a shirt that says “US.” And we got to see him in a playful snowball fight with Jillian. Where was THAT footage before he got eliminated? Poor guy got ripped off. He should have talked about being there to promote his pizza . . .
And can I take a second to go back to the snow ball fight for a sec? Jillian says “Mark LITERALLY knocked me on my ass with a snowball.” That’s a flagrant misuse of the word “literally” and I can’t let it go. I rewound it several times, Jilly, and your feet never left the ground. When people misuse that word, it LITERALLY makes my ears bleed.
But I digress . . .
9. How can we not talk about the awkward cameo of Jason and Molly? It was uncomfortable for me. I wanted to give them a courtesy laugh just to make the silence more bearable in my living room. When Jason referred to them as the “M&M team” and got no reaction, my butt clenched. LITERALLY. Jill gagged and then said the WORD “Gag” and then we were treated to the video montage of the lovely couple while also having to watch them watch THEMSELVES in the little picture in picture inset. This is when Jill began convulsing. My favorite part of the video, though, was the end where Molly is laying with her head on Jason’s lap and he bends down to kiss her. My L-5 ruptured just watching it.
8. Daaaaaaaaaaaaavid, David, David . . . what the hell is wrong with you?? Is it possible that you are seriously that boorish?? Are you really that confused that a women doesn’t swoon when you compliment her “ass”? Is this the first time that line hasn’t worked for you? His look of confusion just made me dislike him more. And, speaking of looks . . . did you catch Juan’s look when Our Host Chris Harrison asked David what he thought about Juan? Priceless. But my favorite part of the whole David-on-the-hotseat portion of the night was when OHCH asked Mike, Tanner P. and Jake what they thought of David’s disrespect of Jillian. You could see the blood drain from their faces as they gulped nervously, tried to answer, and then were ushered away by Witness Protection.
7. Let’s talk about Jake. Now, IHGB readers, please don’t judge me but I must admit to y’all that I am JUST NOW seeing that Jake might be a bit of a dork. I can’t really bring myself to say it out loud yet but it’s slowly dawning on me. BUT I can’t help but like Jake. I think he seems like a nice guy with a good heart and a streak of dork that he just can’t hide. And, really, how can he when he puts so much shoulder into his laugh? It’s a dead giveaway. Bless his heart.
6. And speaking of Jake, did you catch it when that one audience member stood up to encourage Jake in his decision to expose Wes and then she said “You were being a good man, a good friend.” Poor Jake’s face falls at the word “friend.” I said “Poor guy” and I actually heard Jill’s eyes roll into the back of her head.
5. Drunk Ed. Enough said.
4. I loved it when OHCH randomly picks a guy out of the audience to get a “dude’s” perspective because “let’s face it – these guys aren’t helping men out.” Nice, Chris Harrison. Well done. The guys in the audience suddenly put their heads down, start squirming in their seats, and silently beg God to spare them this humiliation on national TV. OHCH picks a token dude to talk to and the look on that guy’s face is priceless. It was a combination of “Oh crap – poker night’s gonna be awkward this week.” and “Something tells me this is the mother of all Man Code violations.” Poor guy.
3. “If it walks like a snake and talks like a snake, chances are it’s not the kind of guy that most women would want to date.” Awesome. This succinct and catchy phrase will catch on. Like “cheese ass.”
2. The blooper reel. I’m a sucker for blooper reels, folks. When it became apparent that that’s what we were watching, I leaned forward with a big open-mouthed grin on my face and got ready for entertainment. I wasn’t disappointed. Tanner F. dodging a bee in his western wear, Jillian pulling OHCH’s finger, Michael’s . . . ummmmm . . . gas following him, and a possibly drunk Jillian in ecstacy over a piece of pepperoni pizza. I’m quite sure that last part left Pizza Guy Mark thinking Jillian might have been his soulmate and left Tanner P. fantasizing about her eating pizza with her toes. As for me, I made a mental note to give pepperoni pizza another shot.
Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaand the best thing about tonight . . .
1. Our Host Chris Harrison finally got some airtime!!! And he is FUNNY!!!! Jill spent a lot of time talking about how much she loves him and I, too, found myself drawn in by his hosting prowess. He’s super presh. And he was calling people out left and right. That would normally make my butt clench, but OHCH has a talent for clench-free confrontation. I loved it when he called the guys out for making a big deal about Juan doing a shot. I agree, Chris Harrison . . . “who gives a crap?” And I loved it when he asked David “when you say ‘I want him to go drown himself’ that means I wanna hug it out?” We rewound that one a couple of times. But our favorite line from him tonight was “so you’re saying ‘Love Don’t Come Easy’ isn’t original??” That’s good stuff, people. Good stuff.
So that’s it, folks! And now we have the finale and Lincee’s return to blogging to look forward to. Is Jillian in love? Is she engaged? Or is she just “extremely happy?”
We’ll see!!!!
Nice job on filling in for Lincee!!
So who thinks that Reid comes back and pops the question and she says YES!!??
Great job, girls!
Great job on the recap! My #1 moment of the night was in the preview for next week when they show Reid! YEA! I’m so excited that he comes back!!! I’m hoping that she says yes to him and realizes what a big mistake she made by letting him go!
Catherine, I am addicted to Fudge Rounds. Little Debbie is my hero!
You were a delightful sub. Tell Jill not to be so shy next time.
I say WELL DONE!
After OHCH said that Reid couldn’t make last night due to “prior engagements” and then I read Jillian’s blog this morning on People.com and a co-worker said the previews shows Reid with a ring…it hit me. I think Reid must come back, create lots of drama and is the one in the end. Which is great for me, I want my own chance at Kiptonite
And Ed drunk, too funny.
Okay…I know that everyone is over Molly and Jason. But did anyone else think they looked pretty happy? I think maybe it’s time to leave well enough alone. They had a great point…Melissa is doing better than anyone, so sometimes things just work out?? I’m just sayin.
I love Reid. If they choose Jake for the next Bachelor, I’m out!
great job on the recap in Lincee’s absence.
OHCH was on his game last night. I :heart: him!
Am I the only one who is annoyed by all these returned Bachelors? First Ed, now Reid. Enough of this already. I’m so over caring about who Jillian will actually pick, but figure I’ve invested too much time in this fiasco to stop watching now.
Reid! Reid! Reid! I hope he comes back.
Great job, Catherine! Lincee’s shoes are hard to fill, but you were awesome.
I thought the ring Reid was holding at the very end of the preview didn’t look like an engagement ring at all — just a band. Maybe I just missed the diamond, but… do you think it could be that he offers her some kind of “promise ring” or something because he’s (understandably) not ready to propose? Like, maybe he feels like he can’t show up empty-handed when he knows E and K will both have big honkin’ diamonds, so he tells her he loves her, gives her a pretty little band, and wants to date in the real world and see where it goes (a MUCH better idea than getting engaged, IMHO). Just a thought… Nice to know that he’s definitely coming back, though!
You ladies did a GREAT job! Lincee will be proud. Although I think Gene and Gary should do something more scandelous than poker in Thursdays! Can we get a recap of what they did at the strip club after poker?! =)
Last night was a snooze fest. I have to admit though…I like Molly and Jason together. I rooted for them during their season and thought he made a HUGE mistake when he picked Melissa. I never bought into the whole “melissa as america’s sweetheart” crap. I thought she was clingy and dumb. And anyone that young that acts so “life and love have tortured my soul forever”??? Yuck. She reaked of insecurity more than Jillian does.
I still love Jake. He is a southern gentleman. Women complain that there are no good men out there that know how to treat a women then we find a guy that was finally “raised right” and we call him dork.
Dear God – I know my daughter is only two, but time is flying by quickly. These bad boys aren’t all they are cracked up to be and she can DATE all the bad boys she wants as most stupid 20 something year old girls do. But when it comes time for her to find a husband PLEASE steer her towards the “dork” line. I’d rather have a Jake, Reid or Juan worshiping the ground she walks on rather than a farting Tanner, Nice ASS David, leave em’ and return later drunk Ed, or “I’m too sexy for this shirt” Sasha. – AMEN!!!
Nice pinch hitting girls……but…the #1 thing about last night HAS to be DRUNK ED. Sweet Jesus….that was some great footage that we might never have seen. Makes me love him even more, e.d. and next week’s confession from him aside.
Read between the lines on the blogs green beans (Jillian’s and Hare’s). It’s over for Reid. He may come back, but she is not picking him.
And finally FTLOG ….ABC…we hate Jason. He broke our girl Melissa’s heart on national television. We would just assume he fall off the face of the earth and stay there. I would rather see you roll out Trista and Ryan with their newest spawn than Team M&M ever again. Whew…that felt good to get out.
Until next week.
I’m so excited about Reid coming back! I love how OHCH played with our little heads when he said Reid had a prior “engagement”. That makes me think they are actually NOT engaged, but I sure hope so!!!!
Did Sasha get on anyone else’s nerves? Besides the fast talking, he was just rude.
Yes, you girls are right….Jake is kind of dorky. I like him a lot, but for some reason he really gets on my nerves too!
Great job, Catherine and Jill!
Oh ya, did anyone else feel a little sorry for Dave? I know, he was a VERY angry drunk, and he made Jillian uncomfortable, but he sure caught a lot of slack and I think he was sincere and so confused when he apologized! At least he was manly enough to take it well, unlike D-bag Wes, who is a WUSS/wimp/chicken for not showing up!
Great job on the recap, Catherine and Jill! I laughed my face off at OHCH this week – he’s totally edged out Ry-Ry Seacrest out as best host ever. Seriously. Awesome. And how does one come upon a career of bleeping out expletives on national television? Maybe I can email gene@abc.com to find out. Thanks for the top 12!
#10-Ear-you are so right! I hope my 2 year-old dates the dorks too!!!!!!!!!!
Great recap, thanks! Loved the blooper reel in last night’s show, I was laughing hysterically. Ok, so I hope I’m wrong about this BUT, is Reid coming back so Jillian can say no AGAIN and then ABC has a lead-in to introducing him as the next Bachelor?? Thoughts, anyone? I don’t want it to be that way because I adore Reid (and Jillian together) and don’t want him hurt again, but also, I think anyone that does ‘double duty’ on this show ends up being disliked in the end but most of the audience, sadly. I still like Jillian though, despite the squealing…hey, we all have habits that would be quickly irritating to others if we were on tv every week!!
Great job on the top 13 list!
OHCH is the greatest…loved the “Love Don’t Come Easy” remark.
Ok….Am I crazy or weren’t we supposed to have seen a pool party reunion of old Bachlor/Bachlorette contestants that looked promising???
…meant to say “by” most of the audience….
#10 – Ear- Thank you. I agree about Melissa & Jake.
That frat house mentality that was rampant with the guys last night really made me dislike several of them who I had liked before. If I never hear the phrase “man code” again….. Seriously. “Faking a shot”…that is the most ridiculous thing to harbor a grudge for. I can’t believe how many people defended David. ROBBY D!!!! acted like an ass, imo.
I laughed so hard at Wes falling on those skiis!
Oh Catherine……you had me at Swiss Cake Rolls. Well done. The recap was great. Thanks.
#16 – you’re right! I totally forgot!
I think the fact that Michael didn’t feel like he had to confront/alphamaleattack/etc “spoke” more for his character and the type of guy he is. Can I have my own Michael breakdancer? Or better yet, Michael if you are out there. Find me!!
Nice job with the recap, ladies!
#1 that is EXACTLY what I think!!
Also, Molly looks ROUGH. Bless her heart.
Nice work!
Jillian pulling Chris’ finger and Ed drunk were hilarious. Even my hubby was laughing out loud on the couch. And I agree, I love the MTA episode because we get to see more of OHCH. He is so quick and witty, love it!
And the minute OHCH said Reid could not be here due to a prior engagement I knew that he was the one who comes back. I turned to my husband and said that Reid is the come back kid. I think that he is going to be the final one!!! Also, did anyone read Chris’ blog and how he mentioned hoping to have Reid on the After the Final Rose to get his side of the story??? Maybe Jillian will be sitting next to him with a ring on her finger!!! Can’t wait!
Good job, ladies! nice recap.
Last night I remembered how much I love break dance Michael.
Jesse was hella hot! a littl bit d-bagish but still hot (as many d-bags are)
Jake- I was so glad he told Sasha off because I really didn’t like that guy. Jake looks uber yummy in pink, and I’d fly his friendly skies any day! I don’t want him as the next bachelor, though… too nice of a guy to have a parade of skanks come at him.
Drunk Ed and hula Reid- why didn’t we get to see more of that?! Hillarious!
Jason and Molly made me want to vomit.
Loving that Reid comes back! Hope he’s the final one! I definitely let out a very Jillian-esque squeal when I saw him!
# 16-Cindy Lou
OHCH says in his ew blog (http://popwatch.ew.com/popwatch/2009/07/chris-harrison-blogs-the-bachelorette-episode-10.html) that the pool party was left out b/c there was so much good stuff with the Men Tell All. OHCH also says Wes wanted to come on show at last minute but was told no.
Good job subbing ladies from a fellow Little Debbie Addict (Zebra Cakes) maybe we should form a support group
I was happy ABC actually showed Reid in the preview none of this teasing crap. Alas I think our Polly Pocket Jill will not pick him as she was the most natural and happy with him. But I can still hope….go Reid!!!
And anyone else notice how Kip’s hair looked in the preview maybe he stopped using the Rogaine??? Yes drunk Ed was funny but really she found that sweet and endearing?? Hmmmm maybe the fantasy suite problem was alcohol related…just sayin. Can not wait until next week finale and After the Final Rose!!
My post from previous entry:
DId some of you get to see the “old bachelor/bachelorettes” hanging out??? I am in Colorado and did not see that – or else I passed it on my DVR but I doubt it.
I also screeched like Jilly-Bean when I saw Reid – I heart Reid!!!
I was cracking up at Ed and his drunken dancing – friggin hilarious! That made me heart ED and forgive his bad taste in clothes last week (but did you see the green shorty shorts make a comeback next week!)Also, Reid’s hula dancing – how adorable was that! I am curious aboot the tiny gold ring – it cannot be a engagement ring, right? Also did you notice how Kip and Ed were dressed exactly the same in the limos to go “ask Jillian to marry them”? The Tanner P outtakes at the end – Daddy can suck him some good toe!!!!!!LMFAO!
I loved the outtakes – and Jillian looked like she had a better “fantasy date” with the Pepperoni Pizza than with Ed! OMG!
I was disappointed in the guys – but loved Michael (breakdancer) and Tanner P’s honesty without getting vicious. Jake did kind of come off pompous but oh well… Juan was fine – I still don’t get why they hate him so much – who cares if he was never in a frat or locker room or lived with a bunch of dirty guys…UGH! Sasha was down right rude. Even Jesse came off jealous. David – is the biggest cheese-ass! And, Wes – I love how they did his montague (spelling?) – I could care less about him, his music and how he comes off on TV. Shows a lot about the guys who ended up sticking up more for Wes than they did for Juan or Jake. Tools!
OHCH was in rare form! I heart OHCH!
Thanks girls – you did a great job!
catherine, nice fill-in my friend!!!! you had several one-liners that had me rolling…great job!!!
I was disappointed that we didn’t get to see the footage of past bachelor/bachelorette contestants partying it up as advertised. That was one of the main reasons I watched (well, not really), but I was looking forward to all that. But since that wasn’t aired, my favorite part of the MTA was definitely the Wes montage…hilarious. He is such a tool. He was smart not to show up. Jake is a fake and I do NOT want him to be the next Bachelor. I am hoping Kippy gets the job and Ed gets Jillian. I love Reid, but his return is just a little too late! Better luck next time. I’m sure there will be a long line of girls waiting to hula dance with him
You had me at Swiss Cake Rolls. Nice job.
I’m totally down with Gene. I bet him and Gary haze the ABC intern. Totally.
I fell in love with OHCH all over again. He is a peach.
I hope Reid doesn’t propose. He’s not ready. I hope he comes back on his own terms and that Jillian accepts that a man but no engagement is better than no engagement and no man. She says on her blog that she isn’t desperate for a proposal….but I think she’s just saying that now, because that’s not how it worked out. During the season she was gunning for a proposal. Sorry that I judge you, Jillian, but you just give me too much to work with.
Again – great Baker’s Dozen. You did MTA justice.
Nice recap. I imagine that can be quite intimidating, filling Lincee’s shoes.
Yea, Reid’s coming back. I think he’ll tell her what she’s been waiting to hear, but in the end she proposes to Kiptonite. He hasn’t gotten as much air time as Ed, which seems to be a sure way to have a surprise ending. Showing him in volunteering made him a little more real to me and not just a pretty face with a 9 pack.
Loved OHCH. I think he stepped out of PC host mode and jumped into the fray. It was nice to see some emotion out of him. I loved how he slung it back to the guys that Wes was honest with them, but not Jillian.
As for Molly and Jason. I think they looked to truly be in love and I wish them the best.
Great recap!
Squeally Jillian & Drunk Ed make quite the couple! And what about Jillian’s parents – now I know where she gets all her questions…..her mother sends them to her!
Love sweet Michael standin’ up for Jake and HAVE YOU EVER heard so many women in your life? I had to keep blinking my eyes to see men!!
I’m putting all my time and efffort gettin’ on the show if Reid is the next batchelor! OMG! Darn – i guess I’m a little to old….but it doesn’t hurt to dream!
I’m so happy that Reid’s coming back next week, I’m just not feeling the 2 that are left. I purposely tivo’d last nights episode just so I can fast forward through Jason and molly
#32 I’m with you on Michael, it made me crush on him more.
ARRRGH! Stupid AT&T Uverse in our area froze up and we totally missed Jillian’s ENTIRE section and the bloopers! I swear, I’m gonna kill someone at their Tech Support for this crap happening at times like this… we missed at least a half hour!!
I seriously think last night would have been a primo show for a Drinking Game. With all the bleeped out curse words, we would have all been sloshed…
Great recap – I too loved OHCH’s face time last night – he’s too cute!
Great job Catherine!
I have to agree about the inner dorkiness of Jake. When he said that Jillian would always have a piece of his heart (or something like that), while the sentiment was sweet, I couldn’t help but really start questioning the guy. I could understand carrying a torch for your fifth grade girlfriend, but some chick you went out with 4 or 5 times while she was dating 29 other men? Seriously? Come on, Jake–you need to get out more.
One other point–it’s like nails on a chalkboard to me to hear Jillian’s pronoun massacre infiltrating the entire group. It was bad enough when it was just her…
Megan (#30) – I cracked up at the hazing the ABC intern comment. And then I LITERALLY kicked myself for not thinking of that on my own. HILARIOUS. And I’m loving that Lincee has so many Little Debbie addicts following her blog . . . you all complete me.
Ok, just to clarify – “dork” is not a bad thing for Jake. It makes him cute – he just needs to embrace it. And, let’s be honest, don’t we all want dorks flying our airplanes?
I LOVED how Michael defended Jake – meant to include that in the recap. I totally fell in love with him at that moment and pictured him spinning on his head at our wedding reception. He’s a keeper and he’d get my vote for the next Bachelor . . . call me, Michael.
did anyone else like the jake v jason railing sob comparison? i enjoyed the scale the guys had… jason was here… jake was about here…
love ohch.
superb recap catherine – nicely done. much better than the actual episode.
Here is my prediction: Due to the shocked look on Jillian’s face at the Home Depot pedestal, I think she sends somebody home, and instead of her initial pick walking out, out comes Reid. And it looked like in the preview, Reid is holding a promise ring – not an engagement ring. He confesses his love, she picks him, and they are not engaged. And he proposes Tuesday night. Or, she picks no one, and then picks somebody Tuesday night on the ATFR. I think it’s odd they aren’t doing it right after the show, and I think it may be because there is a cliffhanger of sorts. Anyone?
Rebecca – Yeah, on a scale of 1 to Mesnick…Jake was Mesnick. haha.
Great Recap, Ladies!
Ear & SarahTX – I have the perfect 2 year old will-be-dork (aka gentleman) for you. Give me a call in 20 years!
Let’s not kid ourselves, ladies. Our diminuitive polly pocket was climaxing over a PIECE of pepperoni, not a slice of pepperoni pizza. Am I speaking out of jealousy? Maybe.
But it’s doubtful that I’m as jealous as ED must have been while watching and hearing what could have been on his fantasy date!
#6 – CMCV Said,
“Okay…I know that everyone is over Molly and Jason. But did anyone else think they looked pretty happy? I think maybe it’s time to leave well enough alone. They had a great point…Melissa is doing better than anyone, so sometimes things just work out?? I’m just sayin.”
I’m done with Molly and Jason (been done), but if they want to be done w/ being talked about..they should go away! lol It was tolerable until Jason said some crap about if people still want to hate me b/c I caused all this happiness, then I’ll take the blame. Oh dude get over yourself! No one’s life was going to end b/c YOU didn’t end up with them! Regardless of how “hard” they may have taken being let go by you…they knew darn well their life would be the better for it! So yeah..um you have no clout in all that has happened, Melba! Ugh
Molly always looks like she smells something that stinks b/c her nose is always scrunched up or something. It’s weird to watch her talk. Get off the circuit if you want to leave well enough alone! We won’t complain! BYE!
Great job on the recap ladies! I forgot about Michael walking off and thinking his fart followed him! HILARIUOS! Said this on the other post, but Reid hula dancing – Hysterical! Drunk Ed – Hilarious!
The balcony scale talk was funny too!
Great job ladies!
I really, really, really hope Reid comes back and she picks him!! I can’t possibly see her with ED, esp after seeing him drunk last night. Not very sexy is he? And there is just no chemistry with Kip.
#9- I think that would be awesome if he brought her a promise ring and wanted to date outside the show and see how it goes. A little high school, but I just love Reid! And I would much rather have a guy who knew he loved me and wanted to be with me and propose when he was ready. Yet Jillian acts like if he is not going to propose now then he must not ever want to marry me. That is crazy talk! She calls it noncommittal- I call it responsible!
I could never be the Bachelorette because I would be happy with a “yeah, I love you, lets see how it goes after all this” at the Home Depot pedestal. I guess that would not make exciting TV.
Regarding Jason’s new website for “single” parents: I always thought single parents meant they were parenting ALONE with no help, doing it all by themselves. He’s not a single parent!! His ex-wife is still in the picture and shares custody. Which means he’s free to jet off and see Molly whenever he wants. Shouldn’t it be called “co-parenting” or something? I’m just sayin’……
Tanner P was on Good Morning Texas this morning–the ABC Dallas affiliate 9-10 am morning show. His interview was uneventful, but what is interesting is that the host said Jake was also scheduled to be on the show but at the last minute ABC canceled his interview. Hmmm….
#45 – SuzieQ, Agreed! I find it funny that he thinks he has the profound authority to speak on the matter and give advice, just because he was the Bachelor. Cool, you want to do something for others great. Don’t act like, “yeah I’m the shizzle doing this all on my own let me tell you how” about it! Ugh. I don’t know but he irks me more now than he ever did on his season. LOL
Ear (#10) – AMEN to Jake being a dork and our 2 year-olds dating good old fashioned perfect dorks!!! When they reach the appropriate dating age, that is
Ok, so the MTA proved to me that Wes is the cheese ass I originally thought him to be, before all this talk about his “bad edit”. OHCH was so protective of Jillian about the Wes thing. I really don’t think that OHCH would have gone off on Wes like he did unless Wes really was the villain. I think if it had just been a “bad edit”, then OHCH would have mentioned Wes to the guys and gotten their opinions only, without providing his two cents (ie. Wes was honest with the guys, but not with Jillian, etc.) Plus, it was interesting to hear that there were some guys (at least the other Tanner that had to flee the bee) that had been privy to Wes’s girlfriend comments.
In some ways I almost feel worry for David (again, just almost). He seems so oblivious to the fact that he was inappropriate with both Juan and Jillian. He really just did not understand.
*sorry not worry
I LOVE THIS RECAP! I am totally with you on #7. Why didn’t we see it before last night? Jake’s still so likeable though. i was very disappointed that Reid didn’t make an appearance last night, but maybe he’s still licking his wounds after getting rejected (twice? – can’t wait to see the finale!). I still think he’ll be Jillian’s “one that got away” though! Great job gals on the recap!
Nice job, ladies! I loved the mention of “butt clenching”! Hilarious! I couldn’t help but get the dork vibe from Jake last night. But, hey…a little bit of dorkiness never hurt anyone. I can’t wait until next week…even though they totally gave away the fact that Reid is the one that comes back. Anyone else catch that clip of him at the end with a band in his hands? Not that I didn’t suspect that, but it would have been nice to try and keep the element of surprise. Anyway, good job filling in!
Wow guys, you are so harsh on Molly & Jason. They are happy and Melissa is doing great so what is the big deal? It’s like you guys don’t want people to be happy! If in the end, everyone ended up better off then I think it’s great and am happy for them. And they seemed genuinely in love and content. Let them be!
I’m still Team Ed. I don’t think the drunken footage made him look bad at all either. Everyone has those moments! I think he’s a hilarious drunk. Much rather have a funny drunk guy than David who you think might beat you when he’s drunk!
I just want to note that I have yet to find a woman who doesn’t like to be complimented on her ass.
And by the way, just a coincidence my name is Molly too
Go Reid! I really like him for Jill and am excited to see what happens.
#10 – I agree with you…I find it interesting that the breakup with Melissa and Jason’s engagement happened less then 6 months ago and now she is engaged to someone else. Two engagements in 6 months. I think she wasn’t as “screwed” by Jason as protrayed. She couldn’t have been 100% in the relationship with Jason if she is now now engaged to an ex-boyfriend only a few months later. Just my thoughts
I’m a Nutty Bar fan myself.
And #52 Chelsea, of COURSE we saw Reid at the end. Although usually when ABC “leaks” a “secret” (i.e., the E.D. thing) they usually try to make it more of a big deal than it actually is.
I can’t believe last night was the first time some of you caught on to the fact that Jake is a dork. Ed’s a dork too, but in a cool kind of way. And as some of you have alluded to, Jake is the kind of dork that our parents want us to date (you know, like the obligatory family friend who our parents always wanted us to marry, but they were SO not our type). I can see all the moms and grandmas out there now, talking to their single daughters/granddaughters: “Oh, you need to go for that Jake! He’s SUCH a NICE boy.”
Being a gentleman and being cool, funny, sexy, smart, etc. are not mutually exclusive of each other. I am sure a lot of us can vouch for that, because we’re married to guys who have all those qualities.
Catherine, I’m with you on the use of the word “literally.” I literally saw with my own two eyes that Jilly did not literally get knocked on her butt by a snowball.
OMG….I loved MTA last night! They totally could have left off Molly & Jason, though. I kinda threw up in my mouth a little when he said, paraphrasing here….” if I am blamed for my actions resulting into something good, I’m okay with that”. I didnt hear it verbatum because at that point I was about to hurl and was reaching for the waste can. He and Molly can talk until they are blue in the face…what he did to Melissa was beyond wrong! Okay, I digress. My favorite moment of the night had to be OHCH! He was on fire last night. The one liners were just flying out of him! My second was the “If it walks like a snake”…my husband looked at me with his head turned askew and said “WTF? When did snakes start walking! ” I will be glad when this season is over…I love the fact that Jillian is true to herself…she cusses…she’s the queen of the straddlers….and she can laugh at herself. BUT I am really tired of her crying…she cried way too much and she’s the one that pushed Reid away. The pressure she put on him scared him. When a man tells you he has trouble saying how he feels, you don’t get all up in his face and ask him over and over about getting engaged. Unless you want to get rid of him, of course..
Well done Catherine, well done! I gotta say, OHCH was my favorite part of the night too.
#54 Sara: I think you’re right… I certainly don’t mind when my fiance– or back in my single days, someone I liked and was flirting with– compliments my ass. I would mind if it was someone who I didn’t know that well or who I suspected of being a big-time creep did it. It’s all about context.
Yeah, the “walks like a snake” comment was funny. That woman thought she had a true gem when she announced that to the entire audience.
Nice fill-in hostess, girls! And I read craft blogs all the time, so no hatin’ on Jill for that!
1) Kudos to Jillian for wearing mango mango polish for Tanner – I know he’s a bit strange but I sort of like him more now – he sort of grows on you
2) I agree OHCH was awesome last night – but he did sort of dwell on Roid Rage David too much. It was probably b/c Wes wasn’t there to share the shame. Not that I think he didn’t deserve it, but it lasted a bit too long.
3) Michael the breakdancer should totally be the next Bachelor – he is too adorable and sweet – much better choice than Jake
4) Drunk Ed – too funny
5) Jason and Molly – if they are supposedly going to get married “for sure”, then why hasn’t either of them moved to be nearby each other? I didn’t see much chemistry with them at all – it is going to fizzle out before the year’s up.
6) Looks like the final two get to meet Jillian’s parents – wonder if Reid will too??? Hope they don’t go at the same time like Jesse and Jason did on D-anna’s season – that was too weird.
The Literally comment made me think of an episode of How I Met Your Mother where Ted gets upset with Robin for over using and incorrectly using the world “literally” Anyone? Maybe its a Canada thing because Robin is Canadian,too?
Also on a slightly related note, just because its from the creators of the Bachelor/Bachelorette… Is anyone planning on watching “More to Love” on Fox? I think it could be a good time.
I agree with the other posters that said that the ring Reid was holding did not look like an engagement ring. I hate to say it, but I think that the fact that ABC showed a clip of Reid gazing at the engagement/promise(?) ring does not bode well for him. It looks like he might propose marriage/chance to extend their “journey”, but IMO she turns him down. I really don’t think it ends well for him. If it I’m right, then I will be sad and a little embarassed for him
I’m glad jason and molly are happy (because happy people are always better than cranky people)… but it astounds me that they can afford to fly halfway around the country every other weekend to see each other. It it really bugged that Jason seemed to take credit for everyone else’s happiness. that said, enough. Done with melba.
I have to say, overall (minus Wes), Jillian did a really good job of weeding out the D-bags. Seriously, I’ve never understood the deal with why everyone hated Juan. He seemed like a really nice guy to me. Even OHCH says on his blog that it all boiled down to “he’s not like us”. Which is a really stupid reason to hate someone.
And, I have to say it: I do NOT like Jake! I get it, when you care about someone, you want to take care of them. But no one really wants to be taken care of all the time! It may be nice at first, but after the one billionth time of being treated like a precious “girl” who needs protection, I would snap. I’m fine with him coming back to tell Jillian about Wes, because that’s what a decent person would do. But his portrayal of Jilian as this really sweet “girl” who needs someone to look out for her really got my feminist up. She’s a grown woman. And if independent Jilly is still in there somewhere, she and Jake would be a TERRIBLE match!
Ideally, Jake should be with Stephanie from Jason’s run. and they could take care of each other until the end of time.
one last bit and I’m done: reid’s ring had diamonds in it – they were set in the band – and it looked like the ring my grandmother had. How awesome would that be, if Reid came back with a family ring, not some huge, honking ring picked out by TPTB? (but maybe that’s just me – i’m not a diamond girl
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Sorry for being so wordy – i’ve never before in my life contributed as much to a site about a television show as I have here in the past three weeks!
ps: i’m on my way to buy some little debbie after reading all these comments!
i LOVE how loser david tried to get some sympathy from the audience about girls loving to have their a** complimented… and . he is a freak. i think OHCH exploited him as much as possible and i hope it warns every girl who will ever even THINK about dating that loser. i truly think he’s worse than Wes. on all levels.
good job on the recap – i am still hoping for some comments from lincee…
greedy i know.
i just think last night was a huge jerk-fest. they were all so ridiculous. Chris was darling. i want to meet his wife. he should bring her on tv with him. but he probably won’t.
and the pepperoni thing… dang girl. she needs to eat more.
@ #66 Marus…I could really go for some Zebra Cakes, right now. lol!
I love Swiss Cake Rolls too – about as much as Jillian apparently loves pepperoni.
Great job Catherine! I love the top 10 (or top 13) lists every season!
#62 – re: your point 5 – the job market is absolute crap right now so I’d bet she hasn’t moved out there yet b/c she can’t find a job. She seems like a smart girl and wouldn’t want to move without having some source of income. Trust me, I’ve looked in the Seattle area and there’s not a lot out there. Just a hunch though.
And I am glad molly & jason said we’re happy, Melissa’s happy…let’s just put all of that last season stuff behind us! I truly believe everything happens for a reason!
I heart Michael…seems like such a genuinely nice guy too. I am a lover of dorks so bring on the Jake’s and Ed’s!! I think Michael is a bit of a dork too and I love it!!
Can’t wait for all the “drama” next week!!
Great substitution Catherine! Awesome job.
So many comments to comment on but I can only remember one-
#53 Molly (not Jason’s Molly- ha!) I really dislike Jason. He made some awfully cruel choices last season and on national tv humiliated Melissa. So because everyone has moved on and become happy we are suppose to forget that he’s an ass? Also, I’m not sure I bought that sugar coated relationship they stuffed down our throats last night. Sorry- they still live cross country from each other. I will be surprised if they make it once they live in the same town. Jason is WAYYYY too full of himself. And I agree with a previous poster- the “single parent” crap rakes on my last nerve!
My thoughts on the show last night:
I was very glad they didn’t show the Vegas weekend. I could careless what the rejects are doing and how they are hooking up. I’d like to hear more about some fan favorites settling down and finding love.
Wow- there were some assholes on this season. Too bad we didn’t get to see more of their true personalities. Robby D!!!, Sasha, David (that one wasn’t a shocker), Jesse (wow- were did that come from??), Mike (pizza dude- where was his obnoxious verbal spewing during the show?) and blonde Tanner who barely was on the show. JERKS! I wasn’t a Juan fan but I’m glad he held it together and stayed classy. That would take some thick skin! Also- what was with that Tech guy (I think he was the one that got naked and jumped in the pool?) sharing his opinions on Wes? DUDE- you were there for a nanosecond. You have no right to have an opinion or to try to be the authority on the subject!
Jake- he does have a little bit of dork written on him, doesn’t he? I still think he would be a good guy for some girl to settle down with, but I can better see how Jillian would pass on the “good guy” act. Sometimes they are just a little too vanilla. I could see how it would be boring to hang out with him- it doesn’t seem like he has a witty bone in his body. Oh well. He’s still cute! But I did find his comment about Jillian having a place in his heart forever a little insincere. I almost had a feeling he was pushing for some sympathy votes and wanted the next Bach spot.
Michael Stag- ohhhhh what a cutie. He deserves a great woman for sure. So classy and true.
I’m surprised so many were impressed with the drunk Ed scene. Yes, it was a funny scene. However, Jillian didn’t look drunk enough to be humored by that for too long. Sometimes WAYYY too drunk can get annoying quick.
Loved the blooper real. I wish ABC would try to make this show a little more fun and a lot less “most dramatic rose ceremony ever”. I enjoy watching the fun stuff. THe drama is fun to watch too, but maybe if they cut out the boring “what are you here for?” talks, and showed more playful stuff.
I have no comments on the Reid scene. I’m not sure what to expect at this moment. ABC always has something up it’s sleeve.
shout out to little debbie—eating a nutty bar as i type
(they have them wrapped individually in 100 cal servings now so you can sorta feel good eating it)
1) LOVE REID–noticed OHCHs “engagement ” referall… i have no idea waht to expect so next week will be grand
OHCH: please tell us there will be a new bachelor starting in the fall? but actually i guess not since they dont even have him picked yet—it will be a january thing i bet
2) jake and michael are the most mature men up there—and juan too. i love that they broke “mancode” by not engaging in the verbal assaults. but i agree jake wouldnt make a great bach—ohch does say on his blog today that they have NOT picked the new bach–im sure it will be one of the 3 remaining guys (michael WOULD be great–esp with the twin factor)–note—do you remember way back early bachelor days they would NEVER use a runner-up as the next one–i LOVE that they do that now—–
3) heart OHCH–too funny. how do you get tix to MTA episode does anyone know? do you have to be a bleached out cougar with a lime green outfit? did anyone notice the proliferation of those last night?
4) jesse (whom i loved) dropped a few notches for me last night—-he was rude
5) how (overly) proud was the (non foot fetish) tanner of his “new line” pulling a mesnick??? he said it like 12 times–hoping america woudl give him creds–
6) jillian feet did look great in thsoe shoes—–loved that she gave a shout out to mango mango–i bet revlon is lovin that (or whoever makes it??)
7) did anyone stay tuned and watch teh dating in the dark show afterwards????? soooo interesting i thought and very revealing…ABC is catching viewers just in the nick of time..
9) finally: this is the FIRST time ever in bachelor history (that i can recall) where there hasnt been a mention of the person being “happily engaged or married” or that something has leaked out (like in the gossip mags–believe me i read every one)—has ANYONE seen anything that woudl clue is in to who she is with?????
so sad next week its over—–
In the vernacular of this season, Catherine – wicked awesome recap! I liked Jake, but I’m surprised that all of you are just now seeing that he’s a total dork. He has always been a total dork – admittedly with way better abs than most dorks but still. I also agree with whoever said that we want dorks flying our planes. We really do.
Of the final two, I hope she picks Kiptyn because I’m just not seeing it with Ed. He seems very socially inept to me and not particularly adventurous or spontaneous or any of that stuff that Jillian really needs. I mean c’mon. Can any of us even IMAGINE Ed on the ropes course? Or even in a kayak?
I liked Reid the best and not just for my taste – I thought that she and he (excuse me, I mean she and him..or is that her and him?) were best together of all the available choices. So I’m rooting for a Reid return and the MOST DRAMATIC Final Rose Ceremony in bachelorette history!!! I just LOVE the thought that he’s showed up with his grandmother’s engagement ring or something…take THAT Chopard!
Blah – my lunch is almost over and I have a meeting, no time to read the comments until I get home. Ladies great recap!
Saggleo – I saw your comment on the other thread in case you miss it wanted to say it here too. Congrats!! I’m glad you found someone (it gives me hope yet).
As for me? A good friend (who was instrumental in me surviving my break up) just went through one of her own on the weekend. Margaritas are on tap for this weekend. Until then we are meeting for lunch on Thursday. I am going to try to convince her to audition for the show. I’m not joking – she’d be perfect.
She’s the right age, pretty, smart and hiliarious. Oh and most importantly – SHE’D TELL ME EVERYTHING BEHIND THE SCENES.
I guess I am not on the bandwagon of finding it cute that Ed was so drunk he couldn’t speak or understand what Jillian was saying to him. I would have red flags going up, guess I just have a lower tolerance of someone who is supposed to be trying to impress me getting drunk instead.
If only it could be as simple as Reid coming back and proposing or offering a promise ring and Jillian accepting. (I heart Reid) I just don’t think ABC would be that open about it with the preview if that is the way it is going to turn out. Do we ever get the ending we hope for on this show? As much as the show may frustrate me, I for one already have the DVR set to record the finale and ATFR. I thought they had said earlier in the season it would be a 2 part ATFR but I am only finding one in the listings. Does anyone else remember the comment about a 2 parter?
I was definitely a Wes hater until this morning. Then I listened to the interview he did on realitysteve.com and now I feel bad for the guy. I really do believe every explanation he gave for all the one liners. The producers sliced and diced his every word. Editing people! Don’t believe everything you see. And about not showing up, he said he would if it were a live taping. Instead they took 8 hours of filming to get the show last night. I think Wes was smart not to go… sorry girls. I know he’s fun to hate but he really sounds like a nice guy.
You know what i think guys; don’t you remember at the beginning of the season someone said “He said he is only on here to be the next bachelor?” Well, since it hasn’t aired yet, I’m almost positive that is what Reid is coming back to say!
#74 – MaggieMay – THANKS SISTAH!
You make those margaritas STRONG! We need an greenbeaner insider on this show!!!! Since we know they won’t stop airing it! lol
#53 – Molly Said,
“Wow guys, you are so harsh on Molly & Jason. They are happy and Melissa is doing great so what is the big deal? It’s like you guys don’t want people to be happy! If in the end, everyone ended up better off then I think it’s great and am happy for them. And they seemed genuinely in love and content. Let them be!”
Molly, I state this all with respect. I can not like someone and be happy they are happy. Just b/c I chose to comment on what annoys me doesn’t mean I’m not happy for them. If they want to be left alone…they should get off of my tv. Until then…..
sps – read OHCH blog. If OHCH thinks Wes is a tool – Wes is a tool!
One last comment on Jake. I think he laid the groundwork for being associated with perfect. I think he likes that analogy and then pretends to resent it. He mentioned that he would think about Jillian all the time and I would imagine that when they were together he was clingy and probably a major turnoff. If Jilly is an independent woman, Jake is the last thing she would be attracted to. No it’s not that she doesn’t like perfect. Jake get over yourself.
Wonderful Job on the Re-cap!! Hi-larious! I could not stop laughing when Ed was drunk! He was so adorable and funny!
a few random thoughts
-Reid attempting to do the Hula looked like he was dry humping the air
-Did anyone else think Jillian was having an O when she was savoring that pepperoni?!?! hellooo skin-a-max!
-It was really bizzare having Molly and Jason come on tv….who cares about them anymore. jason is a tool and will always be a tool for dumping Melissa on national TV…not cool dude
-Call me sexist if you want, but this show is such a girly show! What heterosexual male honestly watches The Bachelorette?!?! I think it’s the worst 2 hours of my husband’s Monday night. Where the heck did “Gene and Gary” get those 2 dudes in the audience?!
-AHAHAHAH that montage of Wes was great! I wasn’t surprised that he didn’t show…his publicist (the same one who convinced him ti was a good idea for himt o come on the show to promote his cd) is probably tryingt o do some serious damage control for the most hated man in American right now. Even if what he says is true (that this hussy Laurel is just a friend) it doesn’t excuse his behavior ont he show and the sex comment he gave at the rose ceremony. GROSS!
-David’s eyes are the creepiest part of him
-MIchael is adorable and obvioulsy still in love with Jillian
and lastly….
Daddy can suck my feet anyday! hahah just kidding, gotta love Tanner P
Oh and MaggieMay – We are on for drinks anytime!!!
#73 junoesq – I MUST thank you for knowing the correct grammar. Seriously, this show is FULL of people who know nothing about pronouns every season. I’m a math nerd, and I speak Texan, but the pronoun usage BUGS. And I am a dork for it, but still.
#75 Deb…I’m so with you on the Ed/drunk thing.
Now here’s my question. It’s been mentioned that this is the first time when there has been no advance teaser talk about “We’re engaged”…or “I’m so happy with him”. So…does anyone remember what they said/showed teaser-wise about Brad’s finale? He was the original not-end-up-with-anyone Bach/B’ette.
Forgot something…AWESOME job, Catherine!!
And did anyone catch Dave saying “we all have girls back home”, and then trying to back-pedal to say he was referring to “ex-girlfriends”?
Gotta agree with all the Jake comments —– He’s full of $#!+ and SOOOOOO annoyingly self-deprecating – gag …. If he’s the next bachelor – I’m out, too.
#84 – Jennifer Said,
“Now here’s my question. It’s been mentioned that this is the first time when there has been no advance teaser talk about “We’re engaged”…or “I’m so happy with him”. So…does anyone remember what they said/showed teaser-wise about Brad’s finale? He was the original not-end-up-with-anyone Bach/B’ette”
I actually don’t ever remember it coming out from the Bach/ette before the finale that they were engaged until Jason’s season. Who did it before him?
I hope all of you who hated Juan simply because the other guys hated him so you thought there must be something we didn’t see, have now rethought your thinking. Now that the fratboys have explained the Juan hatred, it’s clear they’re a bunch of idiots. Same with their Jake hate. The majority of these guys are a bunch of immature losers. Good for Jilly for getting rid of them! Some of these guys defending ‘roid rage Dave actually made me miss HWSNBN.
Still not a fan of Melba and Molly Bug Eyes.
Agree Reid’s not holding an engagement ring. Looks like a wedding band. Could he have gotten the helicopter pilot/ordained minister to come with him? Oh, also, should oint out he’s not really coming “back”; he never left. The final guys are always put up in a hotel somewhere and not allowed to go home, so they don’t ruin the ending.
Cute article re: Mango Mango on Glamour…..
http://www.glamour.com/beauty/blogs/girls-in-the-beauty-department/2009/06/can-we-talk-about-foot-fetishe.html
I think ABC has been extra careful this season as to what they are letting Jillian say regarding her decision because Jason changing his mind and also everything being leaked. They want to keep us guessing, and the easiest way is for Jillian to go with things like, “I’m happy.” or “I’m at peace with my decision,” generic things like that.
Great Job girls! I really enjoyed the recap this week. Lincee picked a great fill in team.
#8 I’m with you – would love to see Reid come back…I thought it was awfully convenient that Reid had a “previous engagement” and couldn’t make it – maybe it was legit, but I don’t know
Catherine,
Two words: Oreao Cakesters.
That’s all.
tlee
Catherine and Jill— That was awesome! Great recap!
BTW, Catherine, you had me at “flagrant misuse of the word ‘literally’.” Call me Ted Mosby, cuz that’s a HUGE pet peeve of mine, too.
I have to agree with everyone…Great job filling in for Lincee girls..!
I think my favorite part of the whole show was the bloopers, it’s just pure entertainment. I have been a huge fan of Michael since the very beginning and all my friends agreed with the bloggers saying he was too immature and not ready for a serious relationship..blah, blah…give me Michael ANY DAY over Sasha, David and Wes. He’s the guy that will love you and make you laugh ’til the day you’re 6 feet under. OMG…I can’t tell you how many times I had to rewind the scene of him driving that little yellow mini-cooper….I thought I was going to fall off the couch laughing…!! He’s definitely a catch and if I wasn’t old enough to be his Mom….I’m just sayin’…
As far as Jillian goes I’m going to hope for Reid’s return and if that doesn’t happen….team Kip all the way!
Here’s what I’ve been told by a co-worker who is a “know it all”. ED has a girlfriend and that’s the drama on the final show that upsets Jillian, Kip is the next Bachelor and Reid gets nothing.
What’s your opinion?
#96 Heathagirl03 – If that is really how it all plays out, I will be very disappointed and feel I wasted hours of my life by watching this season.
@ C list I heart Ted Mosby! I wanted to shout “You mean figuratively!” at my tv screen.
#27-I also screeched like Jilly bean when I saw Reid… It was so loud my dog jolted awake from her nap and started barking. It actually wierds how much I like him…. he’s just some dude on TV that I’ve never met, but I just like him
Also, WHEW…. Kip is smokin hot… I rewound the surf board scene from the “scenes from next week” just to look at his bod while carrying a surf board on the beach! BUT I must say, Ed’s lack of proper grammar usage (ie: “her and I”) really could just be fate. Haha!
I loved to blooper reel, and I OHCH had his best performance to date. He was great!!
Great “pinch writing” ladies…. you are welcome back any time
I will be watching the full (useless) 2 hour show next week….
My theory??? Well, Jilly didn’t say she was “engaged” last night, just that she was really happy. The ring they showed Reid holding wasn’t an engagement ring- more of a band. So, I think he comes back, states his case and gives her a “Promise” ring. He tells her he wants to marry her but wants more time first. She agrees and takes the gamble.
Ed drunk made me love him more!!!
#94 – C List, and Catherine…I forgot about that somehow! I remember going…um you still look like you were on your feet to me show how did he literally knock you down? lol Although that throw was pretty funny smacking up the side of her head like that. She even missed the right comment about knocking him down after b/c he was still standing to or something. All’s I know is (RHONY ref), I would have dropped kicked dude like it was nobody’s business! None of that fake huggy jumping on crap! Man up Jillian! LOL
#78 Saggleo- I agree, Molly and Jason do need to go away and not be on t.v. if they don’t want to be talked about. I’m over them as well. Let them be.
p.s. I can’t watch Molly talk because she DOES always look like she smells something (that was funny)
CU-LOL!
I’m happy for Molly and Jason–they are getting so much hate and I hope it works out for them.
Also, poor Jillian! Did y’all hear her comment about people talking about her nose? That would be so awful to go on a show and then read on the internet all the things that are wrong with you. She’s a beautiful girl and I just wanted to put that out there.
All during the Jason season I kept thinking, “I could walk into the same room with Molly and not even notice her.” She is so bland, I guess she and Jason are a good match. But what color is her hair now? I have never seen hair that color before.
I think OHCH will be the new Dick Clark. He looks totally ageless, and I think he will be around forever.
I think Jillian is cute as a button and I have liked most of her outfits, although it does seem like the intern/stylist went shopping at Walmart alot this year. But that pink dress she is wearing for the finale is totally not her style. Wrong color, wrong cut, everything.
Reid, Ed or Kyp, I really can’t pick, I’m just glad she didn’t end up with Jason.
I agree that if Wes had actually had an ounce of goodness in him OHCH would not have discussed him the way he did last night. If it were true that the editing portrayed him in the worst possible light I think OHCH would have remained fairly quiet about him … BUT … he really seemed incensed on Jillian’s behalf. Such a cutie, he is!! Loved the way he ridiculed the “mancode.” What a bunch of jerks those guys were (except for the Michaels, Juan and Jake).
I also agree with the posters that are saying even though Ed’s drunken scene was entertaining, it was the last little thing I needed to send me to Kip’s side. He couldn’t speak, he couldn’t think, he couldn’t comprehend…I was sure he was going to vomit on her! Definitely not my kind of guy, although Jillian didn’t seem to mind at all.
I would love it if Reid came back with a promise ring and swore to commit to Jillian and they could then continue to work on building a relationship. He was my favorite, and I’d be happy with that ending! (even though I am getting tired of all these “returning” bachelors/bachelorettes.)
Also, #71 Rachel – loved the comment about the Tech guy (he is the one that got naked and jumped in the pool) being there for a nanosecond and thus not having any right to voice an opinion. Did anyone see that Jillian wrote in her blog that he stripped down to a thong at the end of the MTA? She wasn’t any more impressed with him this time around!
Finally…fantastic recap Catherine and Jill! Loved the line in #8 about David and the Witness Protection Program. lol!
Anyone else love Little Debbie Fig Bars?? Yum!!
#88 C List – I don’t know what Molly’s nickname should be. Country Club Princess or Bug Eyes.
And I agree with all those who said this – Melba is NOT a single parent. A single parent does not have some who takes care of their kid so they can go fly across the country every weekend. It’s an insult to the REAL single parents out there, like my mom. Being single and being a parent does not automatically equate being a single parent.
And the whole “If people want to say I’m responsible for all this goodness, then yeah I’ll take the blame.” Yes Melba, all that is good and right in your very very small world is because of you. Why don’t you do something to take care of the war and poverty problems while you’re at it?
They don’t want to deal with negative press? THEN GO THE HECK AWAY.
Oops, that should say someONE.
Good job! I like the introduction of Gene the bleep guy. Ok, the Ed bloopers were awful. How could Jillian keep him after the condescending drunk nose tap? What an ass. And his gassiness at the rose ceremony. Did Jillian see this? But apparently Reid’s hula dance was the deal breaker–I now know why she cut him loose. Funny how all of the out takes and the MTA show the REAL people J is dealing with–a bunch of morons. I hate the pizza guy–he came off as an incoherent asshole. ANd yes, Jake is a total dork. Poor guy!
sad is it is to say, I’m definitely on Team Drunk Ed. I was very iffy on him until I saw that footage last night. It was absolutely hysterical and REAL. Totally made me appreciate him more. Now if he acted like that all the time, of course it would be a turn off, but if someone is going to get drunk once in a blue moon, you would hope that’s how they would behave…and not like Cheese Ass. Anyway, that whole situation was a much more normal and unforced circumstance than what ABC dishes out for us on a weekly basis.
I found a lot of the MTV completely funny and was entertained nearly the whole time; of course except for Molly & Melba. I don’t have a problem with them, but that was just a snoozefest.
Juan handled himself well, but that doesn’t mean I think he’s any less of a d-bag. He’s totally cheesy and is just as rehearsed as Jake. I love Jake, but they both try way too hard to be perfect/classy/polished, etc.
*MTA, not MTV, but I’m sure you all figured that out already
i felt bad for jillian when she got so excited about the pizza! i’m sure she’s contractually (sp?) obligated to maintain a weight of 90 lbs and have a bikini ready midsection, so she runs on a treadmill 3 hours a day and only eats air.
Great job on the recap!!! Also another cheer for swiss cake rolls only there best when slightly frozen!
Have no clue on the finale results but still addicted to this dumb show but love LINCEE!!!
As OHCH said on his blog, shocker many of the man last night are still single. What a bunch of barbarians. “Man code!” Who raised these tools??? The two Mikes, Juan and Jake came of fine. Even Tanner P seemed normal compared to those other fools. Ed’s drunk dancing, what can I say hilarious!! My stomach hurt form laughing so hard.
Hope he take the final rose.
Hey Catherine, I am also Catherine, also 33, but a Taurus… And your recap made me laugh out loud! Oh, the butt clenches! hahaha! Thanks for a great fill-in for Lincee.
Jake has a quality of disconectedness about him. It’s as though he doesn’t know the most obvious thing about himself that everyone else can see. He is so sincere that I do believe he tries really hard to be a good boyscout, thrifty, true and brave…all the good stuff. But others see him as not being “himself” or “real”. He seems plastic. He’s a walking, talking maniquin (sp?). His personality developed to please people…maybe he tries so hard because he was the only one in the family to not go to medical school and he feels inferior???
I like him and I believe that he is really one of the true-blue knights that we have in this world. Maybe that’s it…he’s a knight in the wrong time…chivalrous, virtuous, devoted to one woman forever even if she is unattainable…what’s that called? Courtly love? or something like that. he would have made a great Sir Lancelot.
Can someone post the link to Jillian’s blog? I can’t find it using Google.
I am not a Wes fan, but like #76 SPS, I found I had a different opinion of him after listening to his interview on Reality Steve. Even if you discount 75% of what he says, you still come up with questions that make you truly wonder about how contrived this show might possibly be. Even though participants come on knowing their every move and every word will be on tape, it’s quite another to have them rearranged and spliced together to create something that is misleading or possibly even completely false.
I suppose it wouldn’t be terribly “dramatic” if they did simply document the dating experience without adding what they consider to be “entertainment value”. What I think is sad is that they may be manipulating people’s lives in a very hurtful way. Will we ever TRULY know what really happened with Jason, Melissa and Molly? Regardless of what one’s opinions might be, there is certainly enough grey area to question how real is this reality show is. Maybe I’m questioning things too much but I found OHCH a bit insincere this week on the MTA.
As entertainment, it has certainly been that. I enjoy Lincee’s recaps immensely. Jill and Catherine, fabulous job this week. My vote is for that break dancing cutie, Michael, to be the next Bachelor! Or how ’bout a new twist — Michael AND his twin brother at the same time!
Man that’s alot of comments to wade through after the day I had!
My only “complaint” about the recap is – hey I read craft blogs. I make & sell handmade cards so I have to read them.
Saggleo – I’ll think of you with the first round of margaritas! Now I just have to convince my friend that this would be .. I’m about to use the “a” words … an awesome amazing experience. Plus it would be a GREAT way to get back at her ex. Not that I’m vindicitive or anything. LOL
My take? I agree with those that have said ABC is keeping a tight leash on what is said until ATFR. They do not want a repeat of the Melba Fiasco. I could give two rips about them. If they are happy good for them but please shut up and go away rather than continue to whine about all this bad press. Melissa came out of this the way she did because of how she handled it (with class).
I think Reid does come back. I’m betting the ring is some type of family heirloom. It may not make Jillian think who she planned on sending away, but it might make her rethink the final choice. Ultimately I “think” she chooses Ed and sends both Reid & Kypton home.
Oh and I also agree with EVERYONE who has asked ABC to can the “reject” as the next Bachelor/Bachelorette. Please bring us someone new & different.
I have no idea what I’m going to do with my Monday nights, is there some type of Bachelor/Bachelorette withdrawl program?
You’re right, sps (#76). Poor little Wes was totally edited to be the bad guy and the whole girlfriend thing was character assasination on the part of ABC! His career is probably taking off so intensely that he couldn’t spare the 8 hours of taping for the show. The dear, misunderstood angel!
By the way, I have some ocean front property to sell you in Chihuaha, Mexico. Call me at 555-GET A CLUE.
Maggie May, I, too, have no idea what is going to happen with my Monday nights! I’m hoping that ESPN shows good baseball games, because let’s face it, baseball has a lot of hot players.
#117 Capri- I agree. I like OHCH less after this show. Having listened to the RS interview, I was secon-guessing what little bit of reality there was in this show. OHCH had too much fun bashing Wes. All the booing was so unnecessary and immature. I wish one person in the audience had stood up and said they listened to the interview. I’m sure that would have been edited out, though.
I was happy that Jillian gave a shout out to Juan and all the persecution he went through – vindication! I have to agree with previous posters that most of these guys are total d-bags. Geez. I think Wes did get the worst possible edit, but I also think he wasn’t into Jillian at all. I have hope against hope that Reid will be the last man standing!
I hate to be the one to continuously comment on Reid’s Chandler Bingisms, but I cannot help myself on this one: Reid hula dancing was identical to Chandler dancing…if you are a Friends freak like me you might remember that Chandler was a very jerky awkward dancer! Watching it on DVR and LMAO at this right now so much I had to log on and comment immediately!
“Could he BE any more awkward?”
I love it and I love Reid!
Some things that Wes did and said just couldn’t be misunderstood as being the product of bad editing. But, for the benefit of the doubt, here are some possible explanations:
1. When Wes trashed Ed and Reid by saying they couldn’t get a nibble back in Texas, he wasn’t talking about dating, he was talking about FISHING! The editors cut off the last part of his sentence, obviously.
2. At the rose ceremony, nobody got to hear what the other guys said before Wes said that he was going back to Texas to have a lot of sex. Just before that, Reid said that he was going back to a strip club in Philly to put singles in Cinnamon’s thong as long as she kept shakin’ her a** to Wild Thang and Ed said he was going back to the office to make sweet love to the copy girl on top of the Xerox machine. Typical that the editors only aired Wes’s comment.
3. THREE guys last night said that Wes told them he had a girlfriend back home. The ABC intern must’ve shared his secret stash of weed with them–they were obviously high and misunderstood what Wes said.
4. It was in Wes’s contract that he couldn’t wear nice clothes, and he had to be chained to the bed in his hotel room each night. So, when Wes “chink-chink-chink-chink” cut off his imaginary chains in the back of the limo, he wasn’t referring to Jillian at all.
I have heard Wes’s interviews and explanations, and I’m not buying it. We all saw him knockin’ back the drinks (along with many of the other guys) during the whole experience. So, maybe his natural ignorance was magnified by the alcohol. Booze will loosen the lips. That’s all the credit I’m giving him.
He’s backpedaling on the interview circuit now because his band members and publicist are probably pi**ed off that they can’t make their truck payments because Wes has blown their band’s chances of making it big or even packing the beer joints straight to hell.
Fun recap. Great job, Lincee-ettes!
Jake, Jake, Jake. To me he is totally ‘Crazy Tom Crusie’ – all intense and self-important, scripted. He reads to me as insincere. I was cringing last night through everything he said and when they showed that first date when he went in for the akwardly aggressive kiss … I remembered how creeped out I was then too! Don’t get me wrong; I love a good nerd, but dude is not a nerd, he’s just too into himself for that.
Jillian and the pepperoni … did anyone else think she was completely drunk? She was in her Ed – ED dress, so it was the same time she was taping her comments after the whole debacle.
Loved OHCH when he asked if they were breaking man-code by being on the show and all swimming in the same pool. ABC could totally refresh the series by letting Hare do his thing on every show!!
Jillian may or may not love pepperoni. That woman was starving to death. I only act that way about food if I am on some crazy diet…
Personally, I don’t understand any of the Jake hate. He seems like a really nice guy, maybe a little dorky…genuine and honest…I like him. He doesn’t strike me as insincere at all. Maybe a little naive, but not insincere. It’s sad to me the way other men tear down good men….and its even sadder women tell these good men they are somehow too perfect.
I can get why some people would find Jake insincere. But I don’t see it in this case. I see a good human!
Ladies, I forgot to mention this earlier…
Who wants to play a rousing game of “You know you’re addicted to the Bachelorette when…..”
My answer: you actually have a dream about Jillian’s choice at the FRC. Yes, indeed I did. She picked Kiptyn. Ed wept like a baby. Reid nearly keeled over in shock.
The odd thing? I’m hoping she DOESN’T pick Kiptyn!
OMG, Ed has a really stupid you tube video posted – look up Jenga fart. Haha, love your dream Mallory, that’s awesome. Glad I am not dreaming about this…
One other funny thing, Chris Harrison called the guys, “Knuckle-dragging cavemen” in reference to their behavior on the MTA. Look up bachelorette blogs on tv watch people dot com if you want to hear about some not seen moments.
#116 Claiborne: http://tvwatch.people.com/category/the-bachelorette/
#124, all about the shame — great post, love your sarcasm, really funny!
ditto on the “what do we do on Monday nights now???”
What about Ed farting at the rose ceremony, Reid’s face was priceless!
Missing Lincee this week, but thanks to her friends for filling in! I think that OHCH gave one of his best hosting performances yet. It is very sweet because he seems genuinely protective of Jillian, whether it is when he is talking about Wes or talking to David. Something very endearing about that. As for next week, I am torn about who she will choose. I am with 90% of the others out there in that I would love it to be Reid, but I think the chances are slim. The editing was certainly favoring Kiptyn last night. We see him taking Jillian to his charity, etc. While for Ed all we see is footage of him getting drunk – which was hilarious, but also sort of pathetic. With all of the ABC trickery I am not going to even fathom a guess as to who she picks. But I am having my first ever Bachelor/Bachelorette viewing party for the final episode next week. Can’t wait for the drama and for Lincee’s recap!
Great fill-in job, girls!
Oh Reid, how do I love thee? My poor husband. When I told him (perhaps with a wee bit too much enthusiasm) Reid was coming back next week he responded with, “You have GOT to be kidding me!” I think he thought the Reid worship was over around here. OHCH was in rare form last night, Michael was so endearing and Jesse was looking seeexy. Most of those other boys have some growing up still do to.
On a semi-related note, this afternoon I was cut off by someone who then proceeded to drive like an absolute moron, and the first thing I thought was, “Stop being such a cheese-ass.” I think I need to cut back on the Bachelorette before “cheese-ass” becomes a regular part of my vocabulary.
FROM THE URBAN DICTIONARY….THIS IS THE DEFINITION FOR JAKE AND JUAN (The knuckle-dragging cavemen could not relate to these guys…I think this is why they were given such a hard time)
Übersexuals are the most attractive (not just physically), most dynamic, and most compelling men of their generations. They are confident, masculine, stylish, and committed to uncompromising quality in all areas of life.
The term übersexuals, which is a male who is similar to a metro-sexual but has the traditional manly qualities such as confidence, strength, and class.
An übersexuals is a manly man who displays all the good qualities associated with the gender without giving into the negative stereotypes such as chauvinism, emotional unavailability and a brain only filled with sports stats, beer and burgers. Compared with the metrosexual, the übersexual is more into relationships than self. It is a masculinity that combines the best of traditional manliness (strength, honor, character) with positive traits traditionally associated with females such as nurturance, communicativeness, and co-operation.
He merely is a gentleman in all manners of the definition. A ubersexual is a man that knows masculinity is not about being rude and dirty, but being a well dressed, well groomed gentleman.
Ubersexuals make the best boyfriends ever. They really know how to take care of themselves and their Girl friend.
Here are six quick and easy ways to tell the difference between being ubersexual and metrosexual:
1. Both are passionate, but the ubersexual is passionate about causes and principles.
2. The ubersexual spends more time grooming his mind than his hair.
3. Both treat and respect women as equals, but the ubersexual considers other men, and women, his best friends.
4. The ubersexual is more sensual and not at all self-conscious. He doesn’t need other people to tell him he’s sexy.
5. The metrosexual gets his design tips from the Fab Five, the design gurus from Queer Eye for the Straight Guy. Ubersexuals get their ideas from travels and interest in art and culture.
6. The ubersexual knows the difference between right and wrong and will make the right decision regardless of what others around him may think. The metrosexual knows the difference between toner and exfoliant.
JUST A THOUGHT…
Team Reid Forever!!!!!!!!
I just want to say one thing about Melba saying he’ll gladly take credit for all of the good things that have happened to Melissa. First, Melba – your actions caused Melissa a lot of anguish, that’s a fact. Melissa got to the finals of DWTS because of HER talent and hard work, she got her position on GMA becuase of HER personality, and her engagement has nothing to do with you and Molly. Just becuase she was able to rise above what you did to her doesn’t make YOU a some kind of hero. Please, stop whining and grow up already.
BTW – Something about Jake’s mouth is too flexible. It reminds me of Jim Carrey in The Mask. I’d like Kip or Reid as the next Bachelor, but not Jake.
Excellent job Catherine and Jill!!!
extremely sly, witty and funny– back patting all around!
I find Molly revolting, Jason delusional and Angry Dave…well, angry.
Enough about this sad sack of losers–
Funny girls, are you perhaps in contact with Lincee’s other friend, Katie???
Have you heard of her incredible weight loss??
do either of you know her secret???????????
See, I wrote in last week and am the unfortunate author who purchased a bridesmaid dress 3 sizes too small for my little sister’s PERFECT wedding.
I need Katie’s diet, much like kinky needed the austin mansion! (only speaking ‘desperate texas’ to you both so that you understand my intense ‘desperation’ at this moment).
I completely understand the basics of weight loss: less food, more exercise..BUT i need a magic bullet! tell me the secret! (please).
In exchange, I will be more than happy to divulge information from my own personal interview to become a Bachelorette (umm, in 2002 but still…).
carrot on a stick: they plied me with booze and begged me to sign on!!!!!!
3 times!
at the bar of my choice after the first round of interviews!!!
katie, katie!
contact me on your own, if you have the time!
thanky, thanky, thanky!
appreciate your time…
Hi. I’m Rena. I’m a former Little Debbie addict. I especially love(d) fudge rounds. But ladies, I’m afraid they may have single handedly been responsible for the onset of hypoglycemia. That’s right! Self induced. Sad, but true. Now I must avoid them altogether lest I succumb to great desire to eat two or six of them thereby causing my blood sugar to plumet to levels so low that I sink into an abyss of darkness.
By the way, great job!
There could’ve been no other title. OHCH: “Snakes that walk. Who knew?” Poor lady. Will that line bring her fame or shame?
#12 I might’ve wanted to feel sorry for David for a milisecond. But it passed. He brought it all on himself. He sure didn’t hold back on Juan. Many people like to say “what goes around, comes around” or even refer to something called “karma”. I, personally, don’t know a “Karma” ( ;D). But I believe that we reap what we sow.
Reid. Love him. In spite of his inability to dance. AT. ALL.
Liked Ed. Not as much since his return. And it’s not even because of the green shorts.
And most of all, OHCH ROCKS! Way to call ‘em out, Chris!
OHCH was on fire. My fave line is when he said “this is like a buffet for hosts” referring to all the amazing material those boys gave him. Legendary.
I tip my hat to you, OHCH. Job well done.
#137 Did you read my comment? Say NO to sugar! Avoid high glycemic carbs. Protein cuts body fat and fiber, well PEOPLE, WE NEED WAYYYY MORE FIBER!
That does NOT mean wacky completely unhealthy eating. Don’t skip meals. About five small meals a day works! IT WORKS! I changed my diet nearly 9 years ago because of hypoglycemia. Health was my motivation. I had prayed for a while about better eating habits, etc. I ended up with low blood sugar. A change in lifestyle moreso than diet resulted in 20 (plus) pounds in less than two months. Without trying or focusing on weight loss. DOn’t know how much time you have, but it’s possible.
Just DON’T go all bizarre and do something like eat NOTHING but protein in the form of eggs and meat ONLY in an attempt to avoid carbs altogether. NOT worth it!
Several of you have mentioned how “Awesome” Michael is…and I too, think he is just completely adorable!! Anyway, I joined a “Fan of Michael Stagliano – The Bachelorette” group on Facebook. It was actually started by his brother, Steve. However, Michael has been posting to it as well. Today I got an e-mail from Michael (via Facebook), okay, it was sent out in a group thing – but a girl can only wish. See below where I have cut and pasted the note – he is such a sweetheart:
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ReplyWell Friends and Family,
Thats gonna do it… I wanted to send out one last message to all of you who have, again, really made the last few months of my life filled with smiles and compliments that have made each day brighter, lighter and just plain awesomesauce! WHAOW!
I’ve run into you guys on the street, gotten messages, emails letters, wall posts, posts on the fan page, and other little avenues of love that i will never be able to thank all of you for….but, this is my attempt at doing that.
I apologize that i cant make it personal and thank each of you individually, i would if i could…
I think The Bachelors thing is probably not going to happen, I’ve been talking to ABC this week with Steve and they have said “we’ve narrowed it down and its not looking good.”
I will echo what i said to my family when i heard that, and that is…” you know what guys, it wouldnt be that surprising that God would have other plans for the Stagliano boys then getting married on TV.” HAHAHAHA
This has been an absolute blessing, a learning experience and a fun ride…and all of you are a huge part of the reason that this was an extremely positive little nitch in the road.
Ive got some stuff popping up with TV, a possible book signing tour for my book, and playing gigs around NYC and some other parts of the country. (hahahah seems like Toronto would be a good place to play after reading the wall here…)
But if i ever see any of you guys later on down the road…Please dont hesitate to say hello.
I’ll be waiting with a hug…
And the utmost thanks.
Always Yours,
Michael
#111 Amanda – You are so right, I bet that pepperoni was the first fat gram that Polly Pocket has had in over three months per her contract to stay at Polly Pocket girl’s size 8. Bless her heart.
Hilarious that I was eating a Swiss Cake Roll (or Swissy as I like to call them) as I was reading your entry.
Swiss Cake Rolls are crazy good.
So was it brave and ballsy or stupid that I tweeted Melba and told him he was an ass on the show, that he was not responsible for the good that happened to Melissa, and he’s not actually a single parent?
Jake is so weird Tom Cruise w/that jacked up laugh and weird dorky mannerisms
Reid! I love him and want it to be him and they make it look like it’s him soooo…it’s NOT gonna be him
but whatever, that is probably in his best interest
M&M~what does that stand for? Molly and Melissa, gag, I left the room to make a gin and tonic when that train wreck came on…gross
Ed drunk kinda made me like him despite the doofy hair do and toddler clothes
Kiptyn should date that cute girl that works at the charity he is involved with….and nobody mentions how Jill had her hands all over the teenage boys knee and such, strange…
forgot the ‘s on boy’s oops and I am a teacher!
First time reader here, and I just had to say this post CRACKED ME UP! You are hilarious. I was SO there with you on Jillian’s misuse of “literally” (If made my butt clentch too…lol)! If Lincee is even half as funny, I can’t wait to keep reading.
145 Blue – I think it’s “Mesnick and Malaney” (cause lord knows Jason has to be first). Still. Gag.
OMG, this confirms what I was thinking… Ed is a kind of a douche.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T3kP92-BWoY
Waxqueeninva – I don’t know Katie but I hope that you find out her secret and share it with ME!!
And Morgan (#147) – Lincee is WAAAAAAAAAAAY funnier . . . you are in for a treat so keep reading!!!
haven’t read all the comments yet like i normally do. i’m a little tired. but i wanted to say, why didn’t we hear anything from mathue? i seriously think he was the only guy we didn’t hear a single word from. abc, why’d you have to edit him out? he looked so hot last night with his mussed up hair. i had totally forgotten about him. darn you, editing!!!
i’m still working on the drinking game for the finale. i’d love to hear your ideas for it. then maybe we can get lincee to post it on the site.
oh yeah, drunk ed was hysterical!
I heart drunk Ed.
And I’m excited by the prospects of Reid coming back. We’ll have to see…. all said and done, I think she has a good final 3. There are no really “bad” guys in the mix.
#134, Girl From Spring, Love the definition of an Ubersexual, and I think it fits both Juan and Jake. Thanks for enlightening us.
I was so disappointed in Robby D. at the MTB! If Wes got the worst possible edit during the show, then Robby D. must’ve got the best possible edit, because I did not peg him for jerk until he opened his mouth at MTB. And, I didn’t notice that his constant drinking until it was pointed out on MTB.
For those people who say they are disappointed in OHCH: Think about how 4-5 of the bachelors were acting on MTB! They were like high school boys or frat boys! I don’t think OHCH had any choice but to be blunt with them. Still, he could’ve hit David over the head with a brick, and David would have still believed that he did nothing wrong! OHCH made his interviewing style fit the situation. Love him!
I’ve always thought that men were more catty and gossipy than women. Women just get the bad rap! But, I’ve heard my boyfriend and his friends rag on each other, and it’s rough! They will cross lines that women wouldn’t usually cross (bodily functions, sexual prowess, physical endowment)! And, BTW, another woman stereotype busted: I’ve never asked a man if I looked fat, but I’ve had two ex-boyfriends ask me if they looked fat! I think the bachelors on MTB proved that men can be more catty and insecure than women!
I think that everyone is so angry at Molly because she broke the woman code
Okay, it’s early and I have not read all comments, but MSN is reporting that Melissa will be on ATFR Tuesday night! I also did not know she got a job on Good Morning America!
Go ‘Lissa!!! Show Melba what you are made of, girlie!
And, Natkaps (#154)…I agree. Molly did break rule number 1 in the “Handbook of all things Girlfriend, Semi-Girlfriend, and Just Plain Girl Acquaintance” published circa 1965…
(1)”Thou shalt not take sloppy seconds of a friend, semi-friend, or girl you are slightly acquainted with from the reality show you were a part of, was rejected from, but the dude came back and chose you cuz he was sooo Melba that he could not make a grown folk decision and let the other girl go!”
#124, All About the Shame – LMAO. Love the “Wes editing theories,” esp. the one about the intern getting the three guys who said Wes mentioned he had a gf high. LOL!
#156, Koko – She also broke the gal code rule of having secretive phonecalls with a man you know to be in a relationship. She just must have assumed there was an exception if the “man” is really wussy and the relationship is a reality show engagement. But every real woman knows there are no exceptions to that rule.
#119 and #124 – all about the shame….AWESOME! LMAO! Well said!
Can someone PLEASE post a link to Jillian’s blog? I’ve searched everywhere!
Thanks.
#127- Mallory – stop eating White Castle or Burger King late at night! I hear they give you weird dreams! LOL
Come on Hare….when you stated at the beginning that Reid had a previous engagement…we all know these kids can’t even blow their noses unless ABC approves it first. And that they are at the ABC beck and call for who knows how long. That was just BS to try and make us believe that. And then you confirmed it at the end by showing Reid. We’re not idiots. But I still think you are great.
You go girl, Catherine! You’re a natural! Love the description of Jill’s body language, too–very apropos! And maybe a craft website WAS more interesting than this weeks’ MTA! When there’s a couple of LOLs in one of these blogs, you’ve hit the mark! You’re right on–Chris WAS funny on Monday’s MTA; but read his blog this week, and you’ll see his dark side. I’m really tired of the nationwide Wes-bashing–he’s gone, for Pete’s sake; “let a sleeping dog lie” (so to speak–great Texanism, right?–does that cause you a butt clench?
, so I commend you for not raking Wes over the coals AGAIN–like every other blog seems to STILL be doing. And by blessing Jake’s heart, you’ve shown the great Southern girls’ charm technique–call out the guy’s dorkiness (sad but true) and then bless his heart. Love it! You made us not miss Lincee so much! Great blog!
See #129 for the link to Jillian’s blog.
As for the drinking game, we know Jillian is wearing a strapless number for the FRC. We need to take a drink each time she hikes her dress!
Rachel #71 – you could be a blogger yourself! Funny stuff!
TX QP- Thanks!
#134: Ooooh the ubersexual thing is spot on for Jake and Juan (and my husband, but I don;t want to brag)! Well done on finding it. One more word to add to my vocab!!!
#71, I agree! Why DO they have to show the “What are you here for?” talks so much without showing us the fun, quirky things that happen on the dates or the converstaions about real-life things like family, friends, hobbies, etc.? I loved the footage of Jillian dancing and Michael critiquing her (I might have seen that on OHCH’s blog, can’t recall) and I saw a different side of Ed with the drunk clip (thought he was an annoying drunk, but whatever).
It seems that with the shows being two hours, they could squeeze in the fun, spontaneous stuff and still keep some of the “What are you here for?” angst.
Best recap of the season, Ladies! Well, best show of the season really.
#124- All about the shame: VERY funny and spot on. Wes can whine all he wants about about a bad edit, but you can’t ignore those facts.
#155- C List: Exactly. That’s why I can’t forgive Molly. Her bug eyes and flared nostrils don’t bother me. It’s the breaking of the “woMAN code.” Melba is just pathetic all on his own. I don’t know why she would break the code for that little man. There must have been a “bonus” in the contract for capturing the #1 spot.
#165- TX Bon: Thanks!
#168- Green Bean Queen: Perfect wording. We need more quircky fun so we can fall in love with the contestants too. Otherwise it’s a snore est and we beg for people like Wes to be annoying so we have something to talk about. I can’t tell you how many times I zoned out during Jillian and Kyp’s serious talk. I watched it twice and I still can’t say what the hell they said to eachother on that last date!
I agree about showing more of the “Blooper” stuff too… It just really makes everyone seem like and actualy human being… not some canned/ scripted crap they show. I think it would be fun if they took a few minutes at the end of each show to show the “funny stuff” from that week. I think we would all have a better idea of the real personalities of all the bach’s/bachette’s.
wow, two typos there… I’m used to my Outlook correcting everything for me! hA!
Suppose to say “like an actual”
http://tv.yahoo.com/blog/stars-of-the-bachelor-and-the-bachelorette-where-are-they-now–471
Where they all are!
Ok I’m done (I hope) with a bugging Molly comment after this…but I forgot about this part that struck me as odd. When she was telling Chris how the aftermath was…she ended it with it was really tough on me. I thought…um…what about the BOTH of you? You are a team right?!?! Yes, No? A little telling to me. Hopefully they will be GONE from the tv after this last appearance. Go and be “happy” as you claim since things were so tough on you and not the both of you.
nice job catherine & jill!! you guys did a fab job!
I just watched the beginning of the very first episode again to see if I could find any clues about what’s going to happen at the finale. At the very beginning, about 6 minutes in, Jillian says “I wanted to come here to find love. I’m scared that the person I’m meant to be with is NOT here.” It sounds like she’s crying when she says it. Could that be from the final rose ceremony, referring to Reid?
Thanks for the great recap! I can hardly wait for Monday night (and of course Tuesday afternoon for Lincee’s recap.)
I will boycott the next season if they select Jake as the next Bachelor!!!!! I cringe everytime he speaks and could not listen to his cheesy and insincere sounding words for an entire season. Did anyone else notice that he was leaning back in his chair during the entire Tell All? I champion Michael for the next Bachelor!!! He is soooooo AWESOME!!!!!
I have to say, I will want to boycott the next season if they make Jake the Bach because while he seems like a good guy, he’s more boring than melba toast… he’s plain rice cakes!
But, I can’t lie, I’ll probably watch it. I’m hooked.
Jake = Fake. He seemed to be as full of BS as Wes last night. All the stuff about how he’s still recovering from being dumped by Jill… really? Hasn’t it been a couple of months and didn’t you only go on ONE date with her? The “eff you” was fake. Etc. I agree with the other guys – he’s acting! Playing Mr Goody Two Shoes!
Michael was my favorite of the season. I think he’d make a great bachelor. Please – someone with some personality and maybe a sense of humor next time? Is that too much to ask? I was dissapointed he didn’t get much airtime last night.
I loved Jill’s pepperoni orgasm. If only one slice of meat could make me that happy. No wonder she’s so tiny!
I also thought Reid’s ring looked like a family ring – a wedding band. I’m sure ABC didn’t pay for him to go buy some monstrosity like the other guys. I’ll love it if she picks him. As far as Ed and Kipton go, I don’t really care. I guess I think Ed’s a bigger jerk, so for her sake I hope it’s Kip over Ed.
The rest of the guys reallky were a bunch of d-bags. Jill really knows how to pick em. huh?
I may be alone here when I say this, and I’m okay with that. I do NOT want Reid to come back! I love him and think that when he left Jillian made him feel WRONG for not spewing the L word when SHE wanted it. Good for him for not saying it! How much more honest can one get by saying that things were going awesome, he was having strong feelings for her and wanted to see where it went? I would much rather have that then someone throwing L bombs insincerely…I’m just sayin. When he left he sounded like he was questioning himself b/c she got rid of him for that. NO!!! I think he was the most genuine guy on there and I’ll be disappointed if he throws out any L words or makes committments he isn’t ready for just to win her back…b/c that’s what SHE wants.
why is jason referred to as melba???? what did i miss?
I am personally glad that some girls get turned off by nerds. I’ve been happily married to a total nerd for more than a decade now, and I’m thankful every day that most girls wouldn’t give my nerd the time of day before I found him!!
Ed’s a total dork, but he was a very funny drunk. As long as it’s a one-time thing (ok, one time a year, maybe), that’s ok. But if he gets falling down drunk every time he has cocktails, I hope Jillian uses her awesome people skills to weed him out before she makes their union permanent.
#181 Amanda… last season we branded Jason as “Melba”, after the toast. BOR-ING!
Wait, maybe it was De-YAWN-a’s season. But you catch our drift!
Hilarious! You managed to make that snooze of a Men Tell All so funny. Love it.
I’m ready for a new guy. I will aslo be watching More to Love on FOX. I think it may be a little more realistic. I hope so. Not every single girl is a 4!!
Did OHCH’s spray tan look a little orangina? I love him, but couldn’t get over his hue!
It looks like “they” are engaged…
http://tv.msn.com/tv/article.aspx?news=422171>1=28103
I am sure HWSNBN (Did I get that right?) would play at her outdoor wedding, wouldn’t that be a sight to see.
Interesting article Girl from Spring. I found her comments about the three a little odd.
“That said, Jillian does rate the final three men: “I would definitely have to say for Reid, it would be his sense of humor and just his quirkiness. I would have to say that Kiptyn is just so genuine and has such a huge heart. With Ed, I would have to say it is his balance. He has a good balance in life between personal, business and family. He is a very well-rounded individual.”
what the heck? she says with Ed it’s his balance? Wasn’t she busting him for that when he left her in Canada?
I’m so disappointed….188 comments and no love for Oatmeal Cream Pies!?!?!?! That’s craziness! Give me a box (yes, a whole box) of oatmeal cream pies and an ubersexual, and I’m one happy girl!
Robby D! was on 101x this morning in Austin. Not my ususal morning station, just happened to catch him for a few minutes. Sounded like a nice genuine guy. Bartending in Austin, has seen Wes a few times and said he was a long way from in love when he was thrown from the train.
There are two podcasts of the conversation with him posted on their webpage. Not sure how long they will stay there. Look for ‘Talking with Robby Descant’.on this link – http://www.101x.com/morningx/index.aspx
#223 Courtney – I love your references to Reid as Chandler Bing and the adorable goofbal similarities. Reid is the personification of the character. I heart Reid and cannot stop thinking about who the TV Guide comes to … Chandandler Bong – actually, Miss Chanandler Bong. One of my favorite lines ever from the show.
LORAC – oh yes, oatmeal cream pies rule!!! Yes, a whole box……
Did Jillian call her polish mango mango? OR was that totally a shout out to Lincee? The first and only time I’ve heard “mango mango,” was here and when I heard Jillian say it last night, I thought, “OMG!!! She totally acknowledged Lincee.” But maybe that was just me.
Totally loved the recap–big shoes to fill indeed. And I loved Ed drunk–but better than that was his denial of being “that” drunk. HIL-A-RI-OUS!!!
My passsion in nutty bars.
i was always partial to the chocolate chip cakes. yummm.
i loved michael going away to fart and then thinking it followed him. my hubby and i do that! we warn each other (most of the time), and try to make good fun out of it.
did anyone else notice that when ed was drunk he was looking at jillian, making eye contact when he talked? i’m wondering if the whole minimal eye contact is because he is a little uncomfortable in front of the cameras. with his inhibitions lowered, though, hmm. just a thought.
Thanks TX QP! It’s very fitting. I was bothered by his boring-ness as well as those too tight shiny suits they were putting him in!
192 – lovebeans
You don’t remember Tanner P.’s Mango Mango line??? *gasp* Hahaha. Tanner P once said “Her feet…they’re about a 9 to a 9.5, put some Mango Mango on them and they’re a 10.”
So it was really a shoutout to Tanner.
Courtney, I too love the references to Chandler Muriel Bing.
Good grief… the commenters on the msn article posted by “Girl from Spring” are way harsh. Not to mention illiterate. So glad this blog brings together the thoughtful, respectful Bachelorette viewers who have a sense of humor without being mean. I found myself hoping that Jillian doesn’t read it, and realizing where she got the idea that anyone would think there was something wrong with her nose– I seriously was like “WTF?” when she brought it up on the MTA and had never remotely thought anything about her nose one way or another before.
There are a lot of Cheese Asses out there in the world…
Fantastic job filling in! Loved it!
#45 SuzyQ – I totally agree on the whole ‘single parent’ thing. That totally bugged me all last season. Freakin’ Mesnic.
And speaking of, Jason trying to justify his behavior last night as ‘fate’ was really disgusting. I think Melissa is now happy in SPITE of him, not BECAUSE of him. Nice try though tool!
So if you go to the ABC Bachelorette website and watch the previews for next week you’ll see one very important thing in the “Down to the Final 2″ video and one very funny thing in the “Sneak Peek” video.
Important: Narrator dude says “One bachelor’s return leads to the most surprising proposal yet.” So that kind of kills the idea that Reid doesn’t propose to Jillian.
Funny: Jillian, her family, and Ed hula dancing. Lemme tell you, Ed isn’t much better than Reid. And he was wearing a coconut bra over his shirt.
Oh.my.awesomeness.
#187- went to the link. Jillian’s “dream wedding” is so tacky that I got goosebumps. To each their own!
BRAVO LADIES! Clever, funny, witty, 4 stars!!! Although…can we make it a bakers dozen and include the moment when OHCH dropped the “A” bomb…I think my nipples went hard!…OK sorry TMI but it was kinda hot, he’s a bad ass! Poor Gene…. he did NOT see that one coming!
I can’t see Kiptyn’s mom being too pleased about Jillian’s “dream wedding.” For those that haven’t followed the link on #187, the wedding includes gingham tableclothes and Auntie Becky’s ham. If she’s thinking that type of wedding, I don’t think it’s Kiptyn–ore reid, for that matter.
I wish Jillian would stop trying to act like the country girl she’s not and embrace the cosmopolitan side of herself. I’m not knocking the country–I grew up on a cotton farm myself–but it just doesn’t fit Jillian, the hip urban restaurant decorator that we came to love during Melba’s season.
Did anyone catch our Jilly-bean on LATE NIGHT WITH JIMMY KIMMEL? It was Tuesday night and OMG, it was oh so funny.
Jimmy K wanted to know why Jillian had kept a certain bachelor as long as she did and you could hear her mutter Wes and Jimmy was like, oh no, not West but we will get to him. Why did you keep that foot fetish guy?!!!?
Jillian basically said something to the effect of she figured that if the weirdest thing about a/the guy was that he liked feet….bring it on . . . . to which Jimmy K replied, I assure you THAT is NOT the weirdest thing about that guy! LMAO
And then at the end of the show when he was saying goodnight, he wished Jillian and whomever she has chosen good luck although it never works out. Snap.
Jillian did laugh at that and then offered to make a bet with Jimmy K that she and her chosen one would come back in a few months still together (how that qualifies as it “working out” I am not quite sure of) and it could be a monetary bet or Jimmy K would have to streak naked (ummm Jillybean? streaking generally implies naked already) and he was like oh no, the bet would have to be a sexual favor! Which Jillian again found to be quite hilarious.
Stay tuned I guess
#202- Green Bean Queen Said,
“I wish Jillian would stop trying to act like the country girl she’s not and embrace the cosmopolitan side of herself. I’m not knocking the country–I grew up on a cotton farm myself–but it just doesn’t fit Jillian, the hip urban restaurant decorator that we came to love during Melba’s season.”
I was going to say the same thing Green Bean Queen! I like her and all, but when I read the description, I’m like…really? really? No way. As she told Jake to stop acting and just be him, I think she’s doing a little bit of that herself to maybe think it would make her more endearing to people who are hating on her probably. As stylish as she is, I can’t completely by that version of her dream wedding. It can be low-key and nice w/o getting too carried away with not giving a crap.
#203 – ILoveATrainWreck – Sounds like that was hilarious! thanks for the recap on that!
Plus, isn’t it weird that a trained, experienced restaurant decorator would think of such a bland, common decorating scheme like gingham for a wedding, much less a restaurant? I can go to Bubba’s Barbecue down the road and find that decorating scheme–and I’m sure Bubba didn’t need a decorator to help him decide on that decor.
Cabbage rolls?
PLEASE DO NOT make KIP the next bachelor. He is BORING and not even that cute. short, goofy ears, weird mother…could go on & on…
This is so funny because I think that Jillian’s idea of a “dream wedding” is just perfect! Outdoors in a beautiful setting with all your family and friends around…low key, regular food. Perfect. Two of my best friends had a Nitty Gritty Dirt band kind of band at their wedding and everyone had a BLAST two stepping and line dancing – so much more fun than the 900th playing of “Love Don’t Come Easy” or some other tacky muzak version of “our song”. I’m telling you I have been to so many weddings where everything was just so “ideal” that it wasn’t even any fun. Give me bare feet in a field of wildflowers any day!
#125 – Jake is SO Crazy Tom Cruise. Thanks for identifying that for me.
#208 – junoesq- I don’t think there’s anything wrong with a low key wedding…but how she was talking does not come off as to how she is….I wouldn’t peg her for that. She comes off very fashionable to me. I know everyone has different levels to themselves but it seems out there compared to how she presents herself. Maybe I’m thinking about her clothes too much! lol Because I want some of them! lol
So I’d like to shed some light (ok maybe just my opinion) on the Jillian gone country wedding. I’m from the “country” and I def know what a low keyed “country” wedding with gingham and all looks like. Let me tell you- they are not wearing Badgley Mischka heels!
However, a low keyed “country” wedding can still be beautiful. I think she went terribly wrong when she said the word “gingham” because unfortunately, I do think of Bubba’s BBQ as well. I agree Saggleo- Jillian can’t figure out who she is. She’s the trendy, metropolitan woman (in dress and career) but then she swoons for the country boy who plays his guitar. It’s like she has this image of what a quaint, country life looks like and she’s trying desperately to make it reality. I guess she can try to pull off both, but that’s a hard one.
This I found interesting: “That said, Jillian does rate the final three men: “I would definitely have to say for Reid, it would be his sense of humor and just his quirkiness. I would have to say that Kiptyn is just so genuine and has such a huge heart. With Ed, I would have to say it is his balance. He has a good balance in life between personal, business and family. He is a very well-rounded individual.”
I thinks she chooses Ed. Her description of him (although off base from what WE have seen- which may or may not have been much) seems to perfectly describe the man she was looking for. Her one hang up with Ed was that he was too much of a workaholic. Well it looks like she discovered that he actually can make the balance of life and carreer work. I guess we shall see, but that description just made me really think she chose Ed.
Saggleo (I’m a Sag/Leo too – Leo Sun, Sag ascending) – Jillian does have very nice clothes, for the most part, but I don’t see her as being particularly sophisticated. She seems most comfortable to me on dates where she’s just hanging out or doing something outdoors and least comfortable on ones in fancy restaurants or hotels where she’s draped with jewelry. I thought she was really in her element in the Canadian Rockies on the outdoor dates, for example (even though she was no better at cross-country skiing than HWMNBN).
Besides, maybe if she has a low key wedding she won’t be tempted to wear a strapless dress that she has to keep yanking up all day! That would be a good thing
Although Jake wasn’t one of my faves this season, I did feel for him when Jill chose Baby Michael over him. However, during “The Men Tell All”, I concluded that Jake is a cheese ass. It was clear from the get go that Jake was a bit of a dork, and that didn’t bother me so much; dorks can be endearing sometimes. But when he made that “dramatic return” to reveal to Jill that Wes had a gf, he went from being a dork to being a total tool in my book. I am all about helping a friend, and if Jake would have returned to simply knock on Jill’s door and say, “You should know it is Wes that has a gf”, and called it a day – I could respect that. But that whole spectacle he made – calling Fetish boy, struggling to speak, appearing to be torn between telling her or not: LAME – with a capital L. Even Jill seemed annoyed by the whole thing. But whatever, I thought – he’s just another Pansy Man like Melba, no biggie. But then Monday, with his smug smile, and his choice words to Sasha, all I could see was a cheese ass, a guy has gotten a little too comfortable in the limelight. I hope he isn’t the next Bachelor… if watching Melba was sometimes a bit of a snooze-fest, I can only imagine how boring Jake would be to watch!
Oh, Jilly’s wedding… I just did a little bit of a Jim Hapert face. Gingham, you all are correct, makes me think of Bubba’s barbeque. And The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band? I mean, I’m all about “Fishin in the Dark.” but really? Maybe they’re popular in Canada…
YA’LL ARE CRACKING ME UP!!!!
#211 – Rachel – I thought that to when I read the article regarding Ed…but I won’t speak it into existence since I’m usually off base anyway! LOL
#212 – SAGITTARIUS – WOOWHOO! I’m one of those really laid-back ladies who doesn’t mind getting all dolled up once in a while, but feel more at home in casual settings and clothes etc, so I completely relate to that. Who knows the stylist on the show can be giving her these clothes I’m digging! lol And Jillian is a Mariah Carey in the beginning find, made over, and waiting to break lose with her real style! LOL (this sounds way more hilarious in my head – blame it on my Sun being in Sagittarius!)
Oh and I so wanna take that train right through the Canadian Rockies!!! I’d get a TON of awesome pics!
#209/125 YES. Jake = Crazy Tom Cruise. Thank you.
Maybe the whole gingham wedding decoration theme is not as common in Canada as it is in Texas? I’ve been to several “low-key” Texas weddings where the tableclothes were gingham, and there were hay bales and such strewn around, and we danced the cotton-eyed-joe at least three times, but the bride and groom were usually real country people, like with actual cows and such. Perhaps it would be novel in Canada–like “country chic.” I just hope Jillian doesn’t use plastic sunflowers stuffed into old boots as centerpieces.
I just found this and it is hilarious! Juan is actually in this.
http://www.take180.com/s/11r4id?autoplay=true&utm_source=fb&utm_medium=cpm&utm_campaign=bachelorguinette
#217 – All about the shame… when I got to “were usually real country people, like with actual cows and such”…. i got tears coming out my eyes!!!! LMAO! I’m not trying to knock country – my parents are from the south – farms and all – but man oh man I can’t stop giggling! Maybe it’s not as common in Canada..that is a thought.
We all really can’t wait till Monday gets here can we!? LOL Better yet…Tuesday for Lincee’s take! Oh the drug of reality tv!
I live in a mountain town and I so when I think of the sort of low key wedding Jill is talking about, I think of everyone gathering in an Alpine meadow, with some tables dotted around and very simple food and entertainment. Not really “country” in the sense of farm animals at all – just laid back, outdoorsy and casual. Any sunflowers in attendance would actually be growing out of the ground – they do that, you know
That’s the usual sort of wedding around here, way more common that some fancy do like you big city folk are used to and much more appealing, in my view!
#218 – Tracy from Charlotte – that was pretty funny! The makeouts were a bit gross but funny! Allfalfa shots! Sooo hip! LOL
I won’t lie, I was pretty disappointed when I saw Lincee wasn’t writing the recap. But you guys did an utterly FABULOUS job. You had me laughing out loud and the recap didn’t make me clench my butt even once! (Though some memories from the show sure did…)
206- Jillian is originally from Northern Alberta and there are a lot of Ukrainians up there and if I remember right her Grandma is Ukrainian. One thing about all the Ukrainians I know is that they can’t celebrate ANYTHING without cabbage rolls. Every Ukrainian wedding I’ve been to has had cabbage rolls. So I think that’s what that is all about. As for Jilly’s country wedding. I think you all have it all wrong. Like I said, she grew up in Northern Alberta. As an Alberta girl myself, I can tell you, unless you’re in a city in this province you’re probably pretty hick-ish. Especially where she’s from (in my opinion, don’t get mad at me Northern AB!). Yes she’s all fashion and big-city now, but I don’t think that’s the core of her. I think that’s who she has made herself to be. But, when she’s with her family and friends, the deep down country Jill comes out and I think that’s who she really is. And I’m sure since she has great fashion and works in the decor industry she would make gingham look shabby-chic instead of country-bumpkim.
What I wouldn’t give for a good cabbage roll right now (I’m half Ukie)…kielbasa is even more a “must” in my dad’s house!
If she ends up with Reid, there’s lots of farmland NW of Philly!
#223 Thanks for the explanation. I knew it must have been a regional thing, what with Jilly’s nonchalant reference to ham and cabbage rolls being the staple food items of her low-key country wedding. Here in TX it would be brisket, sausage, and potato salad. Beer for the drinkers and sweet tea for everyone else.
The one wedding I went to in Texas was amazing! Brisket and Shiner… Oh. my. awesomeness!
You guys are making me HUNGRY!!!! LOL
My butt cheeks did just clench when I read several nasty comments about Jillian’s “tacky” dream wedding. I think anyone willing to step outside of the what the huge wedding industry TELLS us is a classy, beautiful, acceptable, non-tacky wedding should be commended. Her idea of a wedding sounds simple and fun. Clearly it is not your idea of the wedding you would like to have, but why crap on it? That’s like caring if someone fakes a shot or doesn’t dress the same as you. Come on now, don’t be such cheese asses.
(said with love)
While there were times this season Jillian irritated the heck out of me, I’ve got to say I still like her overall and I think she is more of a “grown up” than 99% of the girls who compete on this show. I think the MTA episode gave us more of a taste of confident JIll. While I know some people get grossed about by how upfront she is about the sexual stuff with some of the guys (and yeah, sometimes it gets weird, but I blame ABC) I do appreciate that she is being an adult about it, not giggling and blushing and acting like she’s a virgin at 30. No, she’s had some experience and she knows what she wants and good for her!
Also, anyone comfortable enough to behave like that on camera with some pepperoni wins some cool points in my book.
It’s very refreshing to hear about someone wishing for a low key wedding – rather than trying to outdo everyone at the fanciest hotel in town, with the most elaborate floral arrangements, etc. etc. And I’m a wedding planner
When going to College Station today….I screamed when I saw HWSNBN, will be playing at Ray’s. It is between Magnolia and Plantersville. His name was on the marqee. Get those cowgirl boots polished and those tight jeans pressed for the big night. I won’t be there but ya’ll have fun.
For those not in Texas, Magnolia & Plantersville probably have a combined population of 1500 for each “city”.
#211 Rachel and #215 Saggleo. I read that same quote and decided Ed was NOT the F1. Balancing work/everything else sounds like something you might say as a compliment to a co-worker — not very romantic. Genuine/great heart and funny/quirky are things you find endearing, and you might say about someone you love. Funny how people interpret the same words differently! (I’m still hoping it’s Reid.)
Gee, I thought the field, the mountains, the gingham tablecloths and a good band sounded like a great wedding to have or attend — especially of there are a couple of kegs of beer!! I’m a little burned out on the over the top weddings.
-I guess I don’t see what everyone else sees in Jake. He’s not a dork, he’s a douche. He came across at the MTA as cocky, arrogant, and holier-than-thou.
-I was never a big Wes fan, not really into the country guy with the hair of Sonic the Hedgehog, but I do think he was not as big of a “cheese ass” as he was portrayed. Honestly think of all the things you have said just this week that could be misconstrued if somebody were to edit you down to an hour show. I thought all his explanations made sense.
-I guess none of you ever fart, drink, act silly, or act like a normal down to earth human being. I thought Ed being drunk was cute and funny. This is a REALITY show. Of course if he were drunk everyday in real life this would be bad, but apparently the guys a workaholic so doubt he drinks a ton. Also side note it appears Jilly drinks quite a bit herself so……..
-Lastly, I am huge fan of this show, God knows why……..and on Tuesdays I come home from work and spend like 2 hours reading all the blogs online. However I am not so nieve as to believe that we the audience see everything that goes on and that ABC and OHCH are so fantastic and would never ever do or say anthing that was not in the best interest of the Bachelor/ette if it would cost them ratings. Chris Harrison has a job to do and a contract that he signed. I do think sometimes he comes out with thinly veiled comments about the way he really feels but yes I think he is an ABC suit and does what they tell him to do. And Jillian didn’t seem that upset with Wes’s antics on the show….why? because she was there for some of those conversations and knew that they weren’t exactly presented the way they actually happened. Like I said I am not a Wes fan, but I do think he isn’t the jerk he was presented to be. Did he have a hidden agenda? Yes but who doesn’t these days even in non-telvised real life relationships.
#228 Shameless, you wrote what I was thinking! Nice job.
OMG, when I made the comment about Jillian- I wasn’t knocking low key weddings!!! It just seemed so fake and not her style and it came off as trashy somehow. It goes back to the thing where she’s trying to come off as this “country” girl, when, seriously Jillian- who are you kidding? When I got married, the only thing I cared about was being barefoot on the beach and wearing flowers in my hair!!!
All about the shame- “I just hope Jillian doesn’t use plastic sunflowers stuffed into old boots as centerpieces.” Oh.My.Awesomeness. That is exactly what I’m talking about- how fake her “low key country wedding” would be!!! My family is from Kentucky- cows and hay bales and tobacco farms kinda country- and I grew up in TX, and I’m telling you- this girl is not country, she is totally going to have a super fancy wedding. I don’t remember who the wedding planner is- but how is this for a prediction? Any woman who is so determined to be engaged within a certain span of time, and who isn’t sure who the groom is yet- do they seem to strike you as a laid back bride? I think not! (Um, Deanna anyone?)
To those who don’t think Jillian is a country girl: you’ve clearly never been to Northern Alberta. No offense to anyone living there, but it’s pretty much as hick as you can get. Just because she lives in Vancouver doesn’t make her this big city girl. I’ve lived in Alberta, and currently live in Vancouver, and I can definitely see why she considers herself a country girl. I don’t really think any of us can really say whether or not she’s a country girl, especially if you’ve never been to Northern Alberta and/or Vancouver. Besides, it’s what she wants or feels, so who are we to say she’s wrong or fake?
Meh- you’re right. I guess we just have a totally different opinion on what a “country girl” is. Who cares anyway, hahaha. It’s amazing how bored I get sometimes to actually think about this stuff and feel the need to share!
SC- Exactly. That’s what I meant too. “Country” girls don’t wear Badgley Mischka shoes. In my mind- those two things don’t go together. I wasn’t making fun of low key weddings (since I had one!)- just gingham!!
I absolutely think Reid comes back! I also caught the “prior engagement” thing from OHCH and knew then what he meant. I thought he would come back the second Jillian sent him packing and then he professed his love afterwards.
does OHCH have a blog this week? I looked earlier, but didn’t see anything…thanks for the Jillian links!
CJ: I’m pretty sure you’re right given that ABC showed Reid in the preview for next week’s episode.
I love what you did this week, Jill! I’m a huge fan of IHGB and recently wrote about it in my edublog. One of our assignments was to comment on blogs that we read and enjoy. I love what goes on here! THANKS!
#241 — I have to Google Chris’ blog every week. Here it is for The Men Tell All:
http://popwatch.ew.com/popwatch/2009/07/chris-harrison-blogs-the-bachelorette-episode-10.html#comment-6a00d8341bf6c153ef0115713cf31b970c
Wow..here’s a great interview with Jillian..good info on what really happened with her and Ed on the over night..
http://www.buddytv.com/articles/the-bachelorette/transcript-bachelorette-jillia-30198.aspx?pollid=600000660&answer=600002262#poll600000660
245 carried – Hahaha, what people thought was skinemax sexy hot oils was ALOE VERA? That cracks me up! Like the polar opposites of each other…
But it goes along with my whole feeling that they pushed the insinuations of that scene wayyyy too far.
Okay, so I was obsessively checking for news about Jillian, and I found these preview clips of the finale on buddytv. Don’t know where they got them, but it soothed my obsession for a few minutes…
http://www.buddytv.com/articles/the-bachelorette/bachelorette-finale-clips-emot-30235.aspx
Nice recap ladies! Good job “pinch writing”…. I think my favorite part of the Men Tell All night was when Jillian praised Juan on how he handled David’s bullying. He deserved to be called out on how well he dealt with that. Seeing David’s face when she did was great. A little roll of the eyes. Whatever David.
and good call on how mark the pizza guy clearly didn’t get enough air time– seems like a good guy, right??
Someone asked about OHCH’s wife and I was browsing through CBB (celebrity baby blog) and there was a picture of him with his family at the premiere! Super cute! Love this guy
http://celebrity-babies.com/2009/07/24/stars-align-for-g-force-premiere/#more-58651
Green Bean Queen, regarding Jillian’s taste in music and all things southern: This stuff is HUGE in Canada. Every year on Canadian Idol they have some honkey-tonk-sounding little kid who can’t pull off the real stuff. Also, Shania Twain is from Canada, and she’s country…
To each his own, I guess. I can’t stand country music.
OMG Tracy from Charlotte, that spoof on that link you posted was hysterical. See? Juan from Argentina has a sense of humor! Too funny!
I spent about 21/2 hours listening to Wes on Reality Steve. Wes is about the first one to break contract and talk about what goes on behind the scenes. I do think that he did say sarcastic things and the way they edited he ended up looking like a huge jerk. He has an explanation for every quote and even admitted when he really did say something kind of smarmy. I realize that we green beaners would not make hate calls but there are others out there that would. Wes did not realize until late in the game that they were up to something funky with his edit. He says he tried to leave but the producers talked him out of it. I feel sorry for the guy if what he says is true. He went on the show to get publicity and it has hurt his career instead. There were two interviews and one was long but it was worth listening to.
He risks a lawsuit by speaking out.
I am sarcastic and my mouth gets me into trouble so I empathize with him. Remind me never to go on a reality tv show.
Please do not throw green beans at me because I defended HWSNBN. Check it out for yourself. :]
PS. There are about 10 hate Wes Hayden groups on facebook but none that defend him.
Amen, #228 and #237, Shameless and Lex!!
#252, didn’t Wes say on the show that there was no such thing as bad publicity? I thought I remember him saying that at some point. Maybe it was just another tricky ABC edit, or maybe I’m not remembering correctly. Anyway, if he did say it, it looks like he’s getting exactly what he wanted.
I agree that there is definitely creative editing that goes on. But there are just too many things that the boy says, regardless of context, that shouldn’t have been said. “My manager told me to go as long as I don’t get kicked off the first show”? Why does his manager care if he’s not there for his career? And maybe he “didn’t” have a girlfriend while he was on the show. It was four months…I’m sure they “broke-up” while he was away. Are they together now? Probably so. He just shouldn’t have been on there at all. After hearing how these guys have to spend their days, I am sure they are all deseparate to find love! I feel kinda sorry for them. I just wish ABC would have let Wes come back and defend himself to a live audience. We need to see for ourselves the real “%#s”.
I’m getting very excited for tonight!
So excited for tonight! People.com has an interview with Jillian about the pros and cons of Ed and Kip, as well as why she let Reid go…
http://tvwatch.people.com/2009/07/26/the-bachelorette-jillian-sees-potential-both-finalists/?xid=rss-topheadlines
Note that she mentions Kip’s “nine-pack”. Hilarious.
#252 – I guess this is a prime example of if you go into something under false pretenses and with false intensions, you get what you asked for. Karma…it’s a b*tch. I’m tired of the cry him a river crap.
He only wanted to show up at the MTA after he talked to other guys and made sure they would back him up (if you are so real why do you need to talk to others and make them be on your side)…then he wanted to come on and they told him no. And most of the guys who were defending him made themselves look like bigger idiots. Sasha – he didn’t come on for the reasons everyone is trying to make it be or whatever the stupid crap he said. So that’s better? who cares if you aren’t genuine with no respect to someone’s feelings? Yeah that’s a gentleman I’ll believe and respect just b/c he says he was given a bad rap. Puh-lease.
I read the TV Guide interview, and my perception was that things didn’t look too good for Ed! She said their relationship wasn’t as much fun anymore after he came back. I thought it was strange that she points out how funny Ed is, and illustrates that opinion with his drunk bloopers. Anybody can be funny when they’re three sheets to the wind. Heck, I’m Tina Fey when I’m drunk! That’s no trick.
#259 – Green Been Queen – I’m still cracking up at Reid trying to hula dance! LOL I (like a nut) rewatched the tape I had of the tell all and what not..and that crap still had my stomach hurting after watching it! I had to rewind it a couple times…tears each time! Too funny! It reminded me of the “bunny guy” in the Sex in the City episode that Carrie met at a wedding they went to o rsomething…and he was um…quick on the horizontal w/ no rhythm. LOL! I REFUSE to believe this of Reid though. lol Oh my is that TMI? LOL
Tonight shall be the MOST DRAMATIC ROSE CEREMONY EVER!!!
Question for greenbeaners!
I watch this show online every week at abc.com. Does anyone know exactly when they tend to upload the new episodes? I have never tried to watch earlier than Tuesday night but I would like to know if it ever gets online earlier, like late Monday night, early Tuesday morning, etc.
Thanks guys!
I am not a big Wes defender in general, and I do think he’s a douche no matter how poorly he was edited, but I have to say it wasn’t right of ABC to slam him up and down on the MTA show without getting any other viewpoint. They should have let him come on, even if they knew he was trying to get guys to support him (who cares if they back him? Let us see and decide for ourselves). Failing that, they could have interviewed his family, friends, or bandmates for their take on it. Sure, they’d be biased, but that would be presenting another side (and be entertaining to boot) instead of just one-sidedly destroying him on the show. That showed me more than anything that they don’t care, they have an agenda and are sticking to it.
Not that I expect the Bachelorette to have journalistic integrity, but come on.
What do you think the chances are that she pulls a Womack and picks no one?
#263 – heidi – that would be something but would make me sad because I want her to pick Reid! Even though I know deep down that may not happen.
Shameless, I’m in California and I watch it online every Tuesday on my lunch hour at noon. I think it’s posted even earlier than that – maybe 10 am or so. Just keep checking.
I, too, want her to pick Reid, but I just have a feeling that that isn’t going to happen. And I keep hearing nasty rumors that Kippy is the next bach, so that leaves Ed, and I’m just not feeling that. But I guess we’ll find out tonight!
Ed is getting the bad Jilli interview edit on People and EW, so if history repeats itself, that means he is favorite. But I said it when Reid went home, if he’s not at the MTA he’s F1, and I’m gonna stick with that idea.
Have fun watching 2nite Greenbeaners. I’m West Coast so won’t be “seeing” you ’til l8r
Thanks Santorini!
Just in case anyone checks this before the show starts (or after, whatever).
sorry i’m late at getting this up. feel free to add your own ideas. whether using tequila, milk, dr. pepper, vodka, have fun!
The Bachelorette Finale Drinking Game
Jillian squeals – drink 1
You hear the word “wicked” – drink 1
You hear the word “Awesome” – drink 1
You hear the words “Coming up” – drink 1
Jillian wraps her legs around someone – drink 2
Jillian puts her feet on furniture – drink 2
1 drink for each relative you see
Jillian pulls her strapless dress up – drink 2 (each time)
You hear the words “him and I” – drink 1
a curse word is bleeped out – drink 1
Someone proposes – drink 3
someone makes a confession – drink 2
someone comes back – drink 3
someone cries – drink 2
someone makes a startling confession (gasp!!) – drink 3
Jillian gets engaged – drink 3
Jillian ends up alone – drink 4
there ya go! have fun!
So Kit, we’re looking at 20+ drinks, and that’s at a very bare minimum. Are you trying to send us to the hospital to have our stomachs pumped?
NOT looking good for Reid, beaners
No spoiler here, but if you look at the comments below that interview with Jillian (#257, Reese), the bloggers seem to have the answer…. if you’re interested.
eh, take what you want, leave out what you want. i was just trying to give a broad spectrum, so those that tune in later, or have to leave in the middle can still have some fun. or just make them all ones.
or if you don’t want to do shots, you can always turn the “drinks” into sips. your glass of wine, or a beer, or a cup of water, even. i’m just trying to make the viewing experience a little more fun with an activity. it doesn’t have to be alcohol.
Kit, thanks for the drinking game. I’m thinking sips.
Ed, I respect you wearing a pink shirt. Real men wear pink. But button it up, dude.
We could get drunk by taking one drink for everyone of Ed’s chest hairs you see.
oh god! make the kissing stop! please please please do not show jilly and kippy kissing anymore!!!!
I thought Ed looked good way better than the tank top and short shorts
better shirt than Kip’s !
sorry forgot some punctuation… looked good; way better than the tank top and short shorts (I know we see those again soon)
okay wait…i ran to the store to get a bottle of wine and missed the first 15 minutes…. we have a two hour show here, and they wrapped up the hometown visits in the past 30 minutes? that’s ridiculous!
oops… i meant first… not “past”
And here are the shorts!!
Marus, I definitely expected longer visits with the family. Guess they want more time for drama?
Ed’s clothes are proof that the F2 men do NOT get a wardrobe allowance.
Did he just call Jilly a genius? Wonder if his opinion has changed after watching the show.
Okay, so if that wasn’t the funniest thing I have ever seen on Bachelorette I don’t know what was. Nearly the same room as the failure room only one floor up and then we have a shot of an erupting volcano. Cunning producers with their rather obvious play on events, oh what levels they won’t stoop to. I am still laughing!
Love the imagery of the exploding volcano. Good job, editing bay intern.
I need Ed to STOP meaningfully caressing her…It’s constant to the point of annoying! Hands to yourself for a minute, dude! He’s like a freaking octopus!
Has Kiptyn’s voice always been this nasal?
that was some awkward looking rowing… what with jilly bean wrapped around him and all…
hmmmm what do you think midway?? can’t tell from the edit thus far!
i’m kind of hoping she picks ed… he’s more into her than kippy
Based on the ring choices, I like Kip’s ring better. . . so I’m rooting for him, but we’ll see!!!!
haven’t these guys heard of undershirts?
ed is sweating through his dress shirt before he even gets his jacket on… gross!
when does reid come?????
They’re not playing the usual ‘getting ready for the final rose’ music! Bummer….
I can’t tell from the edit either. Sounds like Kip, but I’m not sure. I’m not convinced either is really ready to get married (are they ever?). Ed sounds too eager and Kip sounds like he’s just caught up in this process, but the spell will wear off quickly. Where’s this huge confession?? And when does Reid show up?
C List. . . I’m thinking after the break?!
I will say, though, I do like Jillian’s dress–very pretty!
I wish they would show more of the scenery. Shame the Home Depot pedestal is in such a beautiful locale, but all I could focus on was Jilly hitching up her dress.
Anyone just catch the Mucrosoft commercial? Think that was the exchange for letting Ed come back?
#289
Maybe it’s just because i’m not a diamond girl… but i always think the rings on this show are super gaudy… I’d be so uncomfortable carrying that many diamonds around with me all the time. if the ring they showed in the preview actually belongs to reid, then i love that ring the best.
(but personally, in a year or two.. .I’m hoping for a garnet, peridot, or other semi-precious colored stone
)
ps: not trying to know those who are diamond girls… they just aren’t for me.
do you think if the engagement doesn’t work out, jilly gets to keep the boulder on her finger?
I love Ed. Plain and simple. So that tells you who my choice is.
Microsoft. I can spell. I swear I can.
so it’s no to kip…. because they won’t bring reid in if we already know the answer…
Marus, I’m a diamond girl (sorta), and I always find these rings gaudy too.
I am not a fan of Kip’s purple suit and tan shoes. She should tell him she was going to pick him until she saw the outfit.
Maybe the twist is the someone else she is in love with is OHCH? but she knows she can’t have him, so she’s going to be alone.
this is not progressing in the order I thought it would…. thought reid would come first, then F2, then F1. So she gets rid of F2, then Reid comes?
Heeeeeeere comes the confession!
I think.
Yee-ikes. Poor Kip.
oops… that should say “not trying to KNOCK those who are diamond girls…”
C List taught me how to spell
Marus. . .I’m with you on the gaudiness of the rings. . . if my Mr. Right ever decides to actually stop and ask for directions (
), I actually want an emerald instead of a diamond for my ring
Never mind. Here comes a slew of commercials. Gotta love the ad for the movie of people getting killed in Hawaii right after she lets one go. So cold, ABC. So cold.
Reid looks so cute!
oh pick him jilly! pick him pick him pick him! i don’t care if it’s scripted and contrived and it’s all the producers…. PICK HIM!!!!
Yeah, sorry about that Marus. I probably should have warned you that my spelling lessons were for entertainment purposes only.
Soooooo is Reid’s “I love you” the confession, or are these two separate events.
Love that he used the four-year old line again. I love a lot of stuff tonight. Funny since I barely liked the season.
Eeeeee! I heart Reid more than ever…
Yeah, but it looks like he’s taking a page out of Ed’s wardrobe style book. . . WHAT is with those shoes?!
I love Reid.
Y’all are so funny, and I cannot believe I am watching and reading at the same time. I am old enough to be Reid’s mother, and yet I sit here and am yelling “Pick him, pick him!” at the TV.
But…what is up with the wet dress hem again???
I’m probably going to get virtually slaughtered here, but I just want to say something. I adored Reid ALL season. When he greeted Jillian with “Hola, mi amor!” in Spain my heart melted. But he acted so pushy here. Most of the time, her hands were kind of behind her back and he had his arms wrapped all around her. THAT’S NOT TO SAY THAT SHE DIDN’T RETURN IT SOME, it’s just the vibe I get. Agh, why again am I so invested in reality television?
PLEASE DON’T KILL ME!
can’t help but love this season. Good bachelorette, three good guys at the end!
SHE CALLED HIM BABE!!!! SHE CALLED HIM BABE!! Tell me I’m not the only one who caught that!? Ohhhh this is making me nuts!!!! She called him BABE!!! AAAAAAHHHH lol Come on commercials be over already!
oh yeah, she called him babe. maybe she decides not to decide, and dates them both?
how hilarious would it be if ed walked out and it was just reid standing there? hahaha
Who knew Reid was so damn pushy?
Awwww, man!!!
Oh — Mallory (#316) knew Reid was that pushy!
Glad I’m not the only one.
I just want to know what he is wearing….awful!
Thanks, Catherine #323. Haha, I was afraid the Reid fans here would ban together and shun me!
Poor Reid. Takes the biggest shot this nervous wreck has taken in his entire life and gets shot down a SECOND time.
I love Reid but what is he wearing?
You suck Jillian. it’s not going to last with any of them, but reid was the coolest.
and seriously, you should not get “engaged” to anyone when you are waffling like this.
Well I am just happy she made a decision! What if she oulls a Melba and dumps Ed and goes back to Chandler?!? Haha.
Geez, there she goes back to the podium! Take a breather, sister!!
Jillian is a fool! I heart Reid!
BEST FRC LINE EVER! “Ed better not f****ing disappoint me.” Hahahaha, I’m sorry that line at the end of such a tearjerking scene made me laugh.
Haha!! I love it… “Ed better not f*** this up!”
I had a feeling it wasn’t going to be what I wanted. lol they didn’t show the scene w/ him looking at the ring yet so there was that theory! a girl can hope! His look was very Justin Timberlake-ish. lol Straight from a plane maybe?
hahah I know it’s not lady like but it’s real….her “Ed better not bleeping disappoint me!” LMAO
bummer
WE ARE ALL IN AGREEMENT ON THAT LAST LINE I SEE!!!
I hate I don’t have a laptop to type and watch at the same time! Darn me for having a tv in ONE room! rgh
Wow, I hope that last line IS NOT a foreshadow of something to come from Ed!
Well, as much as I want to get excited about the touching scene to come from Ed, Jillian has said in every interview about the FRC that I’ve seen that “there’s a huge twist in the last five minutes.” So we can’t say we know what is going to happen just yet.
I’m actually impressed that Jill has been so eloquent with both Kip and Reid. I don’t know that I would have been able to find the right words in either situation. And, for some reason, I think Jillian is never prettier than when she cries! Weird!
Ed…Yuck! I think he’s just the safe choice.
#325 Mallory – I don’t know if I see it as pushy versus wanting to be sure she knows how he really feels and wants to make sure he’s saying what he’s wanted to say. I get misconstrued like that or had the issue where I thought I had to be extremely detailed so that I was understood…now it’s …take me or leave me! lol But I can see where some would think he was being a bit pushy, but I see all sides so – well that’s all i got. lol
LORAC #336 — me too!! Oh no, now I’m nervous! I really like Ed, only because he’s so into her. Kiptyn was so reserved. Reid was so indecisive and then rudely pushy. Ed’s a sweetie.
339 Saggleo – Yeah, I see your point, too. Just expressing my opinion is all.
Smart Ed, making sure she was picking you BEFORE you proposed.
She just HAD to wrap her legs around him. . . and in that dress?!
Awwwww, cute! OK, I am officially won over. Even her squealing didn’t bother me…much.
Okay, what happened to the BIG CONFESSION?
I cried. Poor Reid.
#345: they didn’t show the confession – it was that he owns those shorts in four more colors… and has matching tank tops for all of them
“I want you to give me a hard time when we’re 80 years old” Wow…the E.D. jokes just never go away do they….
I freaking love it!
Haha random thought, this is the same song that Martina McBride sang for Jake and Jill on their first date.
And okay Jill, straddling a guy in a dress like that is NOT PRETTY!
WHY could they not show AFTR right afterwards? It’s not like there’s any big cliffhanger.
Wow, I’m leaving a lot of comments today.
awww, they seem genuinely happy !
I was wondering that, too, Mallory (as far as the song goes)
cmon, she squeals, she straddles, she’s happy, be happy for her
Oh, I am happy for them!
Aw, Ed is a cutie! He seems to really love Jill, and they are both so corny. But it’s sweet. I am sure there are lots of girls awaiting Reid’s return. He was a sweetie. I think everyone will have a happy ending – for the meantime.
i am happy for them… they are cute.
You know what’s awesome? At the end of the show, you get a really nice music video. That would be cool to have done professionally over the entire term of my romance, what’s this, like 8 weeks? Anyway, if someone would have just followed my husband and me around for the 2 months we dated before he and I decided to get married, I could have beautiful, romantic videos of my courtship. Yes, I said two months
practically a lifetime in Bachelorette years.
That, and I loved Ed and his ugly shorts. Any wagers to see how long this will actually last?
Yay! Love is grand!
Until tomorrow night when we find out they’ve broken up already.
#338 All about the shame- except for her usage of “undescribable”…! In, Jillian! Indescribable!
So Kiptyn or Reid as the next Bachelor??
Neither
I’m happy for her if she’s happy. That ring though… yeah wouldn’t be my choice! lol Yeah hon first matter of business…we need to change this! lol
#348 Lorac – HILARIOUS! I didn’t take it that way but I love your spin on it! LMAO!
The taping at the end seemed less scripted and less forced, so we’ll see. I still heart Reid and DO NOT WANT HIM OR KIP TO BE THE NEXT BACHELOR! New blood or no blood at all darn it!
Even though Kip got his heartbroken…I love all the ab action I got to see one last time!
Oh wait…is that shallow? OH WELL..TOOOOOOO BAD! LOL
Oh I wanted to comment about the confession bit, I said it on a comments page way back when, but it was the same sound bit that Ed said when he left the first time, and I just think they were throwing stuff in there to throw us off. There never was a confession other than Reid coming back and telling her he loved her. You see they didn’t even show him standing w/ the ring by himself like they did in the preview.
Saggleo….she did say “undescribable” because the closed captioning was on because we lost sound on ABC for the last 45 minutes on and off in Kansas City. Thanks ABC, I have put a solid 30 hours of TV watching and blog reading to not have sound during the finale.
So happy for Jilly and Ed
you said it, c list….poor reid. I fast-forwarded through everything but that part. stupid canadians.
#366 – Think I’m lost Jen. I don’t think I commented on the undescribable thing so you may mean this for someone else.
I was talking about the confession voice over they played in the previews last week, of Ed saying it’s going to hurt her or whatever, and saying it was from when he left.
#284…. I’ve been trying to find a way to describe his OBNOXIOUS touch problem and I laughed out loud when I read “meaningful touching”…. that’s exactly what he is doing (or trying to do?). He always caressing her and it looks SO uncomfortable. Kind of like the first time your 14 year old boyfriend tried to be cute and romantic. It’s just so awkward. I guess I am just too much of a Reid fan to let go…
I will say, after this evening, I wouldn’t mind seeing Kip as the next Bachelor
Saggleo – whoops, I meant #359 – sc
Team Reid- can’t believe she let him go again- big mistake huge…
Ed is so much taller than Jillian and I’m thinking she liked that because he could really swoop her up and let her straddle him.
Poor Reid!
I wish they would have a Bachelor season with lots and lots of really smart, successful women and he could find true love.
Jillian really grew on me and I have to say I admire her for not trying to be someone she is not–she and Ed will probably make a really nice couple. The other two guys might have been a little too perfect, but who knows!?
Ok…. I love Reid, I really do, but too little too late. You can’t show up at the last possible moment and expect a fairy tale… life (unfortunately) does not work that way. I think Jillian was right, had he said that the feelings were there and decided not to act like he was 4 (his words not mine) things might have been different. Reid will make out just fine! Both he and Kip will be scooped up and will have their own happily ever after (either that or they can be next seasons Bachelors… there’s a twist… two bachelors
).
All in all great season, lots of ups and downs… she definitely slayed a dragon or two and ended up with three fantastic guys. I hope that things work out. Can’t hate her for following her heart!
J + E = <3
Hey Jen #366….I’m in KC and I flipped out when the sound went out…I had to call a friend in Boston to give me the play by play…I’m glad she didn’t pick Reid…he’s too good for her and he’s going to be just fine!
Oh,,,, #363… totally agree about the abs! Hubba Hubba!
I have to put my two cents in: THIS IS THE WORST ACTING I’VE SEEN SINCE “THE HILLS”… did anyone else notice that our boy Ed was wearing the exact same outfit in the scene where he “said goodbye to Jill” and the one that he “returned bc he decided his job wasn’t as important as finding true love”???? Yeah… white collared shirt, navy sweater… you can’t tell me that ABC didn’t orchestrate Ed’s leaving along with Reid’s “shocking return”. First of all, she didn’t do a good job of acting genuinely surprised about either one of the above events. Second, ABC is growing desperate for ratings after seasons of failed relationships and a loss of interest from their fan base. They found a handful of puppets that were willing to play the role that was allocated to them in return for their 15 minutes. I will be honest: I’m a Reid fan. He won me over. Hundred bucks says my man Reid is the next Bachelor… I’m just sayin.
Yeah Team Ed! I would MUCH rather have Kiptyn than egomaniac Jake as the next bachelor, Maybe they should stop the recycling and find someone new. Or is the audience small enough that they have to pick someone fans like. If so, bring on the break-dancing brothers and make it a twin thing. All I have to say if it is the personally appointed perfect Jake – I will not watch. I can’t commit to not reading Lincee’s blog though.
I do hope Ed & Polly last though. It’d be another point that gals pick better than guys.
#376 – Really? Hmmmm…how far do I have to rewind to catch this? Was it in the final montage of Ed and Jillian or way before?
#378- it was in the beginning…first half hour. Before he meets the parents, I think.
ok, the fact that she even THOUGHT about accepting Reid’s proposal says she’s not ready to be engaged! Did you see her wiggle her ring finger when Reid proposed? Poor girl’s just itching for that ring (no matter who it’s from). And Ed, dude, that’s an U-G-L-Y $60K ring, my friend.
I’m watching the ending now, but really, does she actually jump on him while wearing the dress?!? Oh my God, I am so happy her season is over!!
I know I am late…but, I have to tell ya’ll that my satellite went out right as Kippy was chosing the ring and I did NOT know because I was watching it in play back mode! The taping froze I was in the house (luckily, by myself) screaming at the satellite, saying DO YOU NOT KNOW THIS IS THE FINALE!!!! WHAT’S WRONG WITH YOU!!! Luckily, the receiver downstairs was working just fine and I saw the ceremony.
I agree (and I’m an any gem girl) that Ed’s ring was BUTT UGLY!!! My sister came home right as Ed pulled up and sat through his portion and said it reminded her of the ugly first ring Aidan gave Carrie on Sex & the City with the exception that it not JUST a diamond with a gold band.
Jilli seems to like and I told my sis that she was from way way way northern Canada and she might actually like that monstrosity!
I did not know you guys blogged during the show. Will definitely have be on line 2morrow nite for ATFR! I want to be included!!!
I don’t want eithe Kippy or Reid as the next bachelor. Can we get fresh faces with a group of non-bimbo-ey girls who don’t flip their hair like “Deb” on Drop Dead Diva!
i’m just saying…
OMG. I can’t believe she chose that Bassett Hound over Reid. I think Reid lost her when he got down on one knee, but only said that she was someone he could “see” himself spending the rest of his life with. He never came right out and asked her. I think she was looking for the sure thing. I wouldn’t mind seeing either Reid or Kiptyn as the next bachelor. I think Kip will be more passionate when he does the picking, and you just know the girls (oops, women) will be climbing all over each other fighting for him.
The name should only be KoKo…haven’t blogged from this laptop this season. And it is late.
going to entertainment weekly to see what OHCH says…hoepfully it is posted by now.
Really? – I rewound. Okay it’s before they pick the rings. I don’t think it’s the same outfit. When he left it was a solid navy sweater w/ a shirt…when he came back it was argyle. I’d have to go online to search for the leaving episode, but unless they just put on another sweater…I’m not sure how much I will buy into that theory but it is an interesting one. But the outfit isn’t the same. In the clip of Ed they show, they only show the back of him not the front…and I remember it being argyle in the return.
#383 KoKo OHCH Tweeted his blog won’t be up ’til Wed. wanted to save it until after the ATFR episode.
I heart Reid – but hope all are happy!
It really seemed to me that Jill’s family liked Kip bettter, except for Dad. I liked Kip better! I kept thinking – pick Kip, pick Kip!
This show is so mean. The poor guys are left thinking – she was so happy to see me, she jumped into my arms, she must love me. Sorry, I fell in love with someone else. I think she should date them after for a month and find out what is really there!
All she has had is problems with Ed. So I hope she is happy and in love.
#369 and #284: Yes, Ed’s touching problem would drive me CRAZY! I kept wanting to slap his hands away from her when they were sitting at the table talking. His fingers are on her cheek…now pulling back a stray hair…now stroking her ear…now back to the cheek. Ick, Ick, Ick! Exactly like a 14-year-old boy trying to act romantic. If you just HAVE to touch her, hold her hands or something, Ed! Sheesh!
I hope he doesn’t act like a touchy tom now that they’re engaged because it is sure to make everyone around them uncomfortable! It makes me think he doesn’t have much expereince with women (although Jill seemed to dig it).
i love love love that reid was wearing a suit and tennis shoes :0) i want him
Stop hating on Ed. I think he is adorable and funny and sarcastic and a total nerd. I think he fits in great with Jillian. He was not wearing the same outfit when he left and came back – go back and watch one is a plain sweater and the other is a cute argoyle sweater. She really seems to have fallen in love with him and I knew from the way she acted when he left that there was more than we ever saw. Reid was precious and I felt sorry for him but I believe her reaction was because she didn’t want to hurt him. Regardless of the ring (not my style but neither are alot of rings I see people wearing!), I hope they are happy and I am excited for the After the Rose! Now, I will go read OHCH and Jillian’s blog before I get my Lincee fix!
I heart Reid!!!
Me too!
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