It is totally sad that the first line of my notes reads:
“Spotted—three women sporting a Bumpit in the audience.”
We were really scraping the bottom of the barrel for most of this show. Our Host Chris Harrison was looking dashing as usual as he welcomed Melissa back to the same exact sound stage in which she had experienced national humiliation almost a year ago. Don’t worry if you forgot what that moment was like, because Hare walked us down memory lane again.
When Melissa watched her old self get dumped, I noticed something different about her face. I couldn’t really put my finger on it, but I’m quite positive Melissa Ro got a little Bo. There was something plasticy about her face that didn’t sit right. Our Host congratulated her on the many successes she’s accomplished, including her Dancing with the Stars gig, her Good Morning America job and her recent engagement to an ex-boyfriend who Melissa assures us was her BFF the entire time she was on the show.
After the break, Our Host brings Kiptynite out to face the crowd. Sadly, he has his shirt on. They show a five-minute montage of Kip and Jillian kissing: in a kayak, in the pool, on the couch, standing up, horizontal, in a tree, under a table, standing on totem poles…it was special. I love the picture-in-picture so we can see Kip’s live face reacting to his pier rejection face. Hare was in rare form:
OHCH: “So you’ve never had your heart broken before now, huh?”
Kip: “That’s right.”
OHCH: “Sucks doesn’t it? Did you gain a few pounds and listen to sappy music?”
Kip: “Actually, I did gain weight. About five pounds of muscle. And my workout music was set to Europe’s “The Final Countdown” and the Rocky theme song.”
OHCH: “No Celine Dion? That’s weird. I bet you had bowls and bowls of Bluebell homemade ice cream. With chocolate sauce? Gets me every time.”
Kip: “Nope. I allowed myself one treat per week. A caramel rice cake after push ups. It’s a risk, but I need to be kind to my soul right now. I’m healing a broken heart.”
Harrison rolls his eyes and invites Jillian out to the hot seat in order to spice the show up a bit. Jillian bounces on set in a white outfit and claims over and over again that she is nervous. Harrison asks Jillian if she’s been nervously eating in anticipation of seeing Kip again. She assures him that her diet of bird seed and sugar water has remained the same.
Hare takes a quick swig from his hip flask and presses on.
OHCH: “The girl who broke your heart is sitting right here. How do you feel Kip?”
Kip: “I would never do anything to hurt Jillian. I just want to know what went wrong?”
Jillian: “I had to do a lot of fishing to try and make you say what I needed you to say. And those abs were so distracting! Don’t you dare whip them out right now! I’m an engaged woman!”
Kip pulls his t-shirt back down in defeat.
OHCH: “Do you regret anything Kip?”
Kip: “It doesn’t matter that I didn’t say I loved her earlier. Because when I say it…I mean it.”
The entire audience busts out in unison with an affectionate, “Awwwwwww.”
Jillian: “I hope he’s okay and I want him to be happy and I want him to fall in love.”
OHCH: “You do realize that he is sitting right there, don’t you Jillian?”
Hare takes us to break and returns with an empty seat, ready to welcome my Reid. He’s looking great with the tasseled hair and sheepish grin. The audience goes nuts and Our Host calls him Mr. Popularity.
Hare takes him down memory lane and we see through picture-in-picture that Reid looks rather embarrassed. I’m guessing he was re-thinking his footwear choice during the blessed event, but we can overlook that because he’s so dang adorable.
OHCH: “How are you feeling buddy?”
Reid: “It’s hard to watch. I was denied twice. I never thought I would lose her again.”
OHCH: “But we’re still on for drinks tonight, right?”
Reid: “Indubitably.”
OHCH: “So you really thought that she would fall in love with you and accept your proposal on the spot. Did you forget about the two other guys?”
Reid: “In my head, there was only me. When I saw her, she put her hand on her heart and I thought that I had it in the bag.”
For the second time, the audience swoons with a glorious, “Awwwwwww!”
Hare calls Jillian out so he can watch his new BFF squirm in awkward nervousness. Reid wonders if Jillian was confused. Jillian said there is nothing that could change the way she felt about Ed. Reid admits that he still loves Jillian. Jillian says she’s hurt for Reid but very blessed in her own life and let’s face it…the show is called THE BACHELORETTE.
Reid: “I do have a question, but it’s about the fantasy suite. And that’s just wrong.”
And this ladies and gentlemen…is why we love Reid.
Jillian looks like she is fake laughing because she didn’t get the joke as Hare calls up an audience member to ask Reid a question. I believe I’m exaggerating when I guesstimate her age to be in the pre-teen phase. She giggles and asks Reid if he is dating anyone and if he would like to go on a date with her.
Wisely, Reid flashes his adorable grin and asks how old the fetus is. Everyone laughs. Because Reid is awesome.
Later, Harrison talks to Jillian alone and reminds her that she swore just minutes before getting engaged. She admits that she understood this was a two-way street and that Ed may not get down on one knee and sometimes, a good old fashioned F#@% is exactly what is needed in that moment. But now she is ready to go public with her Greg Brady look-alike.
Ed hops out from behind the partition, picks up his fiancé and twirls her around. She squeals like a dolphin. Hare rolls his eyes and pops a “happy” pill in his mouth so he can get through the remainder of the interview without throwing up.
Ed admits that he knew he was going to propose in Spain. He claims that Jill will be moving in with him in Chicago and that their families are very excited. He promises the network that they will be married in the next 12 months.
Harrison pulls up another audience member who asks about Ed’s green shorty shorts.
Jillian: “I loved them.”
OHCH: “You did NOT love those things. You are a LIAR!”
Ed: “They looked a lot longer in the store.”
OHCH: “Seriously. Dude. Enough with the mankini shorts. It’s over. Don’t’ ever wear them again.”
Jillian: “He has a blue pair too.”
OHCH: “Blasphemous!”
Hare begins to walk around the set to calm down when another audience member asks a very lame question:
AM: “How are things in the bedroom?”
Seriously ABC? Seriously? We are talking about this? And Jillian is babbling on about how great things are? Is no one embarrassed at what she is saying? Is there no dignity any more? Do we really need to know how things are in the bedroom? Do we really care?
I’m going with no.
Our Host pours a bucket of ice over Jillian and Ed so they can maintain focus for the slam bam finish.
OHCH: “A great country and western singer once said that love don’t come easy. We wish you the best.”
This is why I heart Chris Harrison.
Long live our host!
AND NOW FOR SOME RANDOM ANNOUNCEMENTS!
- As you all know, webMAN hijacked my site and posted something about pimping me out. He’s has wanted to do this forever and I think I’ve finally caved. I don’t know what this will look like, but I think it will be fairly similar to Big Pimpin’ posts of before. It makes my throat thick to think about it. Say a prayer for me please.
- Speaking of Big Pimpin’, I will have an update on Sergeant Cole and Lawrence this week. Things are going well for my boys!
- I will also be filling you in on how my friend lost a ton of weight.
- My mission trip to Qubah was intense. Lots of fun stories and pictures. Stay tuned for that!
- Six words: New Kids on the Block Concert. Oh. My. Awesomeness.
As you can see, there is still a ton to fill you in on in my life. I want to thank each one of you for visiting the site and making my day with your emails, FB messages and comments. I am truly blessed and have you all to thank for it!
As always,
I’m all about the shame, not the fame,
Lincee
I agree completely — OHCH was in fine form last night.
And I’m really glad you’ve agreed to be pimped out. I love your blog!
Ok… other than Chris being spot on last night, am I the only one that thought that was the most dull ATFR show ever? Seriously!?!?
GREAT RECAP AGAIN LINCEE!!!
Thanks for a fabulous season!! WOULD NOT be the same without you!!!
Yeah, you caved…may the pimping go well for you!!!!
oops… I’m acting like Jillian… dullest.
OHCH shirt/tie combo was painful to look at. Other than that, I though he was in top form last night. I literally “LOL-ed” and clapped my hands like an audience member when he handed the rose to Reid when the pre-teen asked him out. How old was that girl??? I mean, I look young for my age (the baby fat cheeks never went away), but that girl had to have just gotten her driver’s permit. The breathy voice didn’t help, either.
I though Reid handled the whole thing like a gentleman. Usually, the reject guy comes out there and begs and pleads with the girl, reminding her of the good times and showing how heartbroken he is, but Reid didn’t.
From the reaction he garnered, I’m thinking Reid is a shoe in for the Bachelor. I think Kip’s show should be “Shirtless Kip carries things over his head.” I’d tune in.
I joined in for the last few episodes of this season just because a friend told me about your blog. You are hilarious (“the fetus” = awesome). Please expand your repertoire to other “reality” shows.
Another great recap.
I AM SO EXCITED ABOUT BIG PIMPIN’ LINCEE EDITION.
So excited in fact that I had to type in in “all-caps”. And I never do that. Seriously.
Lincee – seriously, the only reason I continue to watch these train wrecks is because I look forward to your recaps – you are hysterical – you need to get out of the gas/oil industry and do some entertainment reporting/writing!
Good luck with being pimped! I hope Reid comes through for you!!
I’ll be checking in to hear about your mission trip, and definitely how to lose so much weight!
Thanks, girl – it’s been a pleasure!
Last night I was forced to bring back the ‘hawkward’ in which one caws like a hawk to distract from an embarrassing/awkward situation. I don’t know what they were fishing but I couldn’t concentrate with Reid’s one rogue hair sticking out. Luckily during commercial, someone must’ve licked their palm and smoothed it down for him like mamma used to do. Also, did the girl who asked about Ed & Jill in the bedroom have stalker shannon’s crocheted red top on?
The best part of the show was OHCH. He was awesome last night. Made it worth it.
I about died when he closed the show with “a great country artist once said…” he is too good. I wish you could get an interview with him on here. Such a great guy!
Until next season, because you know I will be watchin’…….
Banana milkshake — I’m so glad someone else noticed that! I don’t feel so OCD now. That one hair and then Jillian’s multitude of piecey extensions had me on edge all night.
I so just bought a bumpit the other day! It really works!!
#11 – So THAT’s what’s going on with Jill’s hair. I noticed it always looks piecey, but I never thought it might be extensions (I thought it was too much twirling!)
Been waiting all day for your recap—and you did not dissappoint! “LIAR, Blasphemous, and fetus comment”—-Too Funny!! OHCH comments—best to date. What can I say—-I heart Reid.
Lincee – GREAT recap. OHCH was by far my favorite part of last night. Dude ROCKS! But I digress…how have I never heard of a “Bumpit”???? Is that how all you gals to the south get your big “Texas Hair”? I never knew! I’m gonna have to get me one of those miracles for fine hair. WOWZA!
I have fine hair and it works good! I got it at Wal-Mart…3 for $10! LOL, it doesn’t look as good when all of my hair is down, but if I do half-up half-down or all up, it’s awesome!
my daughter bought bumpits with her allowance at Walmart and it didn’t work very well for her- her head is small
Hooray for Big Pimpin’- the Lincee edition! Can’t wait to read your other updates, too!
The “fetus”!! Hilarious!
First time poster, but LONG time reader of this fabulous blog which has kept me laughing for years.
Still love Reid! He really was the best pick by far IMO, but as he said there is nothing more to say or inquire about once she told him it was Ed all along or something to that effect. Did you notice how he was fighting back any emotion when she inserted the final dagger? Ouch!
I hope he does not become the next bachelor. He really is too good for the crappy reality tv world which I seem to watch without compunction, so what does that say about me? Anyway, I keep telling myself it is all in the service of reading the IHGB blog and the hilarious comments that ensue every week.
I’m SOOO glad I didn’t delete last night’s show because now I have to go look for Bumpits, something I’ve never in my life heard of, but they are funny!!
Lincee, you nailed Jillian’s “dolphin squeal” since now even Ed refers to her as a little dolphin!
I ADORE Chris Harrison!!! I had to pause (because I was laughing too hard) when they were talking about Ed’s shorty shorts, and Ed cut in, and Hare told him to keep out of it!
And oh poor Reid. I teared up a bit for him. Bless his heart. Kiptyn didn’t seem too upset, did he? I wonder if he was at all miffed about being demoted from 1st runner-up to 2nd runner-up by Reid.
I love that Ed and Jillian ended up together. They really do seem like a normal couple.
First time poster–
Thank you for noticing Melissa’s face! Her eyebrows were noticeably different…but it was more than that.
diet of bird seed and sugar water……ha ha!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Great recap to a boring show! I did laugh out loud when Reid wanted to know about the fantasy suite, but said it was just wrong…..got to love Reid!
I’m thinkin’ this match just might work…..they were in bad lust last night….hope it lasts!
I loved the fantasy suite comment too. LOL. Thanks for the recaps. And pay attention ABC, Lincee’s recaps are the ONLY reason I watch the show!
I laughed out loud to Ed’s comments about Jillian getting the boulders from the bottom of the pool. Did no one else think that was a completely hilarious reenactment on Ed’s part?
Another first time poster feeling the need to comment about Melissa. What money does to one’s looks, eh!?!? If she didn’t have Botox, she had a dermatologist bleach every last freckle and spot off of her face.
1. First the anti-cameltoe device and now the bumpit. Oh. My. Goodness. Makes me proud to be a capitalist.
2. Lincee. Go get pimped already. As a token male member of the IHGB club, some lucky guy living closer to you than Chicago and with actual gainful employment has to go make you happy. . . YOU GO GIRL!!!
Most important, hats off to Lincee for her humor and her heart and her dead-on observations – and to all of the posters, what a wonderful collection of observant, funny, and in the end kind hearted fans Lincee has attracted! I have been a reader/lurker for several seasons now and this online community, inspired by Lincee, has added a great deal of enjoyment to my life. How many months will it be until we have more recaps to await?
I found the story of the boulders in the pool a little demeaning – and it cannot be that they were really boulders, Ed. Big rocks, I’ll grant you. I thought it was cute that he would tease her about being like a dolphin, after all, we’ve been noting that similarity for months, but I did not like that he mentioned he offered to pay her for each rock she retrieved. Still, they clearly are enjoying each other a great deal. I was longing for her to say yes to Reid but she and Ed seem like a match.
Thanks for the recap lincee! I can’t believe that the season is already over. Did you happen to catch “MORE TO LOVE” on fox? It’s a spinoff of the bachelor with plus size girls and a larger bachelor. I do think they were on to something, but was horrified to see that they posted the height and weight of the girls along with their name, age, and hometown…is that REALLY necessary? They also made sure to get a majority of girls who had never had boyfriends or dates…it could make for an interesting show.
#27 – I adored the boulder story. It just made them seem like such a normal, happy, goofy couple in the throes of the first months of love, where you just do totally silly things and find it all hilarious. I hope they are always so happy together.
looked to me like Melissa had filler injected into her checks to give her more definition- her face seemed much less round
Great job, once again, Lincee! Do you ever get tired of hearing that??!!
I think Kiptyn went out with a lot of class and Reid seemed kind of immature about the whole thing. But I guess that was part of his charm – acting like a “4-year old”!!!
I think Ed and Jillian are soooo cute together. I’m glad he came back for her! Maybe all the ups and downs they went through will help their relationship to grow. They have been through some “stuff” already! That’s more like real life. I would LOVE to see them get married. I hope they get an unknown guy for the next Bachelor!
Reid’s comment that he had a question about the fantasy date, but it was no longer appropriate was priceless. I stood up and hooted and clapped. He is hilarious and charming and, agreed, #20, he’s too good for reality TV.
Lincee, thank you for your blog. When I mention the Bachelor/Bachelorette to my husband / family / friends, I often mention the associated commentary from “this hilarious blog I read” as though that somehow validates the fact I watch the show religiously – because I do analysis after with a great group of people! It somehow intellectualizes it.
Lincee~In all my seasons of watching the Bachelor/-ette, I’ve never taken the time to thank you for bringing a bunch of laughs to my day! I’ve gotten tons of my friends hooked and I’m certain we spend more time commenting on your comments, than on the show itself! I also had to comment on the NKOTB mention!! I drove to Houston with my best friend to watch their final concert! That you were there, too, only solidifies your awesomeness!!
) It was one of THE BEST concerts I’ve ever been to and look forward to your recap of it! Wish you well with the big pimpin’. I imagine your only downside will be having too many choices to pick from! You’ve got to be one of the funniest people I’ve never met! Haha!!
I WANT REID FOR THE BACHELOR! but ya know what, it’s all good. at this point i’m just glad we had more of a “love story” this time around than in the last four seasons of the bachelorette/ bachelor. great posts lincee!!
oh and p.s. you should definitely be pimped out
I saw nothing charming in Reid’s passive-aggressive dig at Jill by bringing up the fantasy suite at the same time that he was saying that bringing it up was “inappropriate”….uh, yeah, that is inappropriate. Reid. I agree, Cindy, he came off like a bratty child, I was not impressed with Reid last night. Kiptyn was the picture of class, though, and he looked like a million bucks even with a shirt.
Thanks again for a wonderful season of recaps Lincee!
Your recaps are the only reason I keep watching this trainwreck. I actually fell asleep
last night after Kiptyn’s segment. I did see the happy couple on “Regis and Kelly” this
morning. They seemed happy for now at least.
Lincee, Thank you, thank you for all your hard work. This can’t be easy. But you make it look so easy! I was trying to think like you on these last few episodes but I just got distracted with all the wierd stuff the ABC producers kept throwing at us. Then I would remember that I was supposed to be paying attention and thinking like you so I could think of clever commentary…oh well, that’s why they pay you the big bucks right?
No, seriously, you should be getting paid for this, like a previous poster said. I think you’ve found your calling girl!
I seriously cannot believe that anyone thinks Reid was referring to Ed and Jill’s fantasy suite issues. It was clear from the direction of the conversation that he was referring to HIS time with Jill in the FS. Here’s how it went down: Jill, after multiple prodding questions from OHCH and, somewhat, Reid, finally just had to say she had really been into Ed the whole time, and that she was REALLY REALLY happy. Hare kept prodding Reid, asking did he have any more questions, and he said something like it didn’t really seem appropriate now– ya know, in light of how obviously happy Jill is and how secure she was in her decision– but then it popped out that one of his lingering questions was about the FS. As in, how could Reid and Jill have had such an amazing time doing the deed during their FS date while she was supposedly in love with Ed. But then he stopped because it wasn’t appropriate in light of her engagement, the fact that Ed was backstage, Ed is now her fiance, etc. It seemed completely obvious to me that Reid came to the ATFR still thinking that maybe Jill had been conflicted about her decision. When it became apparent that she wasn’t (or at least, wouldn’t admit that she had been now that she’s engaged and this admission would kind of sully the moment of her engagement and be somewhat of a betrayal to her betrothed), Reid did the classy thing and opted not to ask all those clarifying questions after all. He realized she was gone and wanted to keep it classy. There was no “passive-aggressive dig.”
The husband and I thought Melissa had her nose worked on and maybe a mini-brow lift? She definitely looked different.
And Jillian and Ed look druuuuuuuuuuuuunk in that picture. Ed continues the questionable fashion choices with the lame hat. But they are very cute together.
And Reid… so hot. So funny. Please be on my tv in the fall.
more of the same from someone who’s been reading since the email days: you are the ONLY reason I watch. Thrilled that you’re allowing yourself to be pimped out. Because we feel like we know you, we really want you to be happy. You seem like such a good, genuine person – albeit with a ‘wicked’ sense of humor – that we wish you to find exactly what you’re looking for
#42 – JennX — I, too, thought Reid was referring to his time with Jill in the fantasy suite, not about Jillian and Ed’s first time in the fantasy suite.
One thing I think we can all agree on is that Jillian was never mean to any of those guys–even the sleezebags, and even though some of them deserved it. Probably why she could’ve had 3 (count them) proposals! She is a kind, genuinely nice person; and she provided millions of us with some great Monday-night entertainment. I wish her and Ed well!
Love your blog, Lincee! What an imagination you have, Girl!
I am SO glad that somebody finally mentioned Melissa’s face! I mean, clearly she wasn’t sporting the “tan in a can” from her Dancing with the Stars days so she looked pale, but there was something else up. I think you might be right about the Botox. Her face didn’t seem to move much. The eyebrows were definitely a little bit thinner, too. And maybe the bridge of her nose was shaved down a little. I just can’t pinpoint it and it’s driving me nuts!
This is the first time I’ve commented on your blog, but I’ve been an avid reader since “hotter than crap” Brad Womack’s season, and I can’t wait for you to recap Bachelor 97394734939947 this Fall! You rock, Lincee!
Oh and P.S., I live a stone’s throw from Kiptynite, so I’ll make sure to trip him, pin him down, and play some Zydeco on his abs next time I see him jogging down the beach.
#42–I KNOW that he was referring to his own date. We were meant to infer that he was saying that he and Jill had sex on their own date. It was passive-aggressive because he said “I won’t ask because it would be inappropriate” but then dangled out there what he wanted to ask about–if he was “keeping it classy”, he would have left it alone and not said the words “fantasy suite”, which we all know means “sex”.. It was meant to make her uncomfortable and it obviously did. I got it, and I still think I am interpreting it correctly, and I still think it was childish. You don’t have to agree.
I agree with #45 (Lacia) and #42 (JennX) — I think Reid is still in love with her and thought she might show some hesitation last night about her engagement once she saw him in person. She was sticking to her guns so he decided to be a gentleman and not try to coax answers out of her or get her to say things that would only make him look worse (that is what DeeYawnAhh did to HTC Brad when he didn’t choose either DeeYawnAhh or Jenny — and everybody felt that DeeYawnAhh had a right to grill him over the coals for not choosing her….blah blah blah). Reid could have done something similar but, chose not to because he’s a great guy who genuinely cared for Jillian. So, why embarass her and himself simultaneously?
Also, I don’t think Reid’s pic-in-pic face showed embarassment. I think he was biting his lip a bit and trying not to show emotion more than anything. I think he is still heartbroken a bit.
I thought that Melissa looked like she’d lost weight (in her face); had extensions in her hair; and MAJOR make-up on — could be why no freckles were showing (and perhaps some botox). And, of course, her scary pin-size eyebrows did not help — and I was always a Melissa fan on Bachelor and on DWTS. I just think she’s done “something” for her GMA gig….
Lincee — my friends and I enjoy everything you write! Keep it up and good luck with being the pimpee; instead of the pimp! Should be fun!
OMG, yes, as soon as I saw Melissa I was trying to figure out what the heck was different about her face!!
Priceless recap, as always – you are truly what makes this show worth watching!!
LOVED the bit about Kip and his weekly treat of one caramel rice cake! Sadly, that’s probably spot on!
Lincee, I stumbled across your Bachelor/ette blog randomly last year and now I can’t wait for your updates. Were there a lot of uncomfortable silences during the show last night or what? Doesn’t this show need more “what the hell is going on here?” from Ed’s dad? Did Ed steal Jesse’s hat for that picture?
I am happy for Ed and Jillian, and I wish I still lived in Chicago so I could stalk them. How fun would that be?? (cue the dolphin!) Kidding – all stalker jokes aside, was Jillian contractually bound to describe their bedroom activities, or could she just say “we’re engaged, aren’t we?” and leave it at that? Or give a good old fashioned, good-natured, none of your beeswax? She has spent too much time on TV in front of confessional cameras.
Against my will, Reid won me over this week. He’s a dear, and I hope the droves of women who have started appreciating him don’t go to his head. We need him to be our new neurotic Bachelor with glasses – sometimes – who hates fondue and can’t express himself. The only thing that would improve him is if he declared a fear of helicopter rides.
As always, I am sad that the show is over, not because of the show itself but because it means that your weekly update is going on hiatus!! I honestly mean it when I say I only watch the trainwreck-of-the-show only because I know I can laugh about it all over again the next day with your hilarious updates! Please find another show in the meantime to review, okay? I look forward to your periodic updates, especially about how your friend lost a ton of weight…I’m trying myself to find a way! Thanks, again, Lincee for my Tuesday laugh sessions! You’re an excellent writer and should consider doing a book!
- Christine
#47 Jules – “Oh and P.S., I live a stone’s throw from Kiptynite, so I’ll make sure to trip him, pin him down, and play some Zydeco on his abs next time I see him jogging down the beach.”
ROTFL!!!!!!! Love it!
I totally noticed the same thing about Melissa’s appearance. She looked different, but I couldn’t put my finger on what it was .
My guess is that Lincee’s friend lost the weight by eating an all-raw diet for a month. I have nothing to base that on; it’s just a guess.
You’ll have to excuse me now while I jump into the pool making dolphin noises.
So now every time I’m sitting here online and cackling out loud and my husband asks what in the world I’m being so loud about, all I have to do is say, through my giggles, “Lincee” and he totally gets it.
And I’m so glad I wasn’t the only one that thought that Melissa’s face was just a little bit off. I kept trying to compare her face between the picture in picture but could never really figure out exactly what it was. Botox does explain things though.
Can not WAIT til the Big Pimpin starts!! Good luck!
Lincee, I loved it! My favorite line? “She assures him that her diet of bird seed and sugar water has remained the same.” You’re amazing.
And about the random announcements, rooting for you re: #1 and can’t wait to hear more & see pics of #4!
Also, thank you for mentioning the change ((whatever it was) in Melissa’s face. I got up about 2 inches from my computer screen and stared and stared, trying to crack the code of her changing face. Whether she was overplucked or overshined or overbotoxed, she looked better before, not now. Just another example of getting any kind of “work” done when you’re flipping 25 years old is always a bad move!
NOT MELISSA AGAIN!!!! I know there are a lot of Melissa lovers out there but I am so done with her. The Bachelor and Jason fiasco worked out just fine for Melissa.. Wasn’t she even on two reality shows before The Bachelor? She is making some green cash now but isn’t she a bit young to be hitting bo or the nip/tuck scene?
Thanks for a great season, Lincee. Your blog is hilarious!!
Lincee – Thanks for another great season with the recaps. I loved Chris Harrison in this episode and Reid too! He is beyond adorable. After watching the show, I do think that Jillian made the right choice with Ed. That just leaves Reid out there for the rest of us to fight over. Can’t wait to hear the announcement of the next Bachelor and good luck with the Big Pimpin’ experiment. Make sure Web-Man does you justice!!
P.S. The other thing I noticed about Melissa’s face is that her freckles seemed to disappear. Strange. She is all Hollywood now…
Did anyone notice how red Reid’s chest was in the “V” of his shirt. It looked like he was on fire under there!! I wonder if he was seriously sunburnt or if he was red because he was nervous. It was weird though, his face wasn’t red at all.
Great recap Lincee!! Loved OHCH’s dig at HWMNBN! He is too funny!!
Lincee, I have said it before, you are the best site on the web! No one is funnier and more enjoyable to read, and no site has more hysterical posters. “play some Zydeco on his abs” and “Makes me proud to be a capitalist”? Hoooo lordie, I’m still giggling. And kudos to webMAN for taking drastic measures and hijacking your site to pimp you out! I hope you find the best men out there that will treat you like gold because you deserve it girl!
Also, found this interview with Reid this morning – sorta explains the Fantasy Suite comment:
http://www.realitywanted.com/newsitem/2160-the-bachelorette-conference-call-with-reid-rosenthal
I couldn’t figure out what was different with Melissa’s face either. At first I thought it was her eyebrows but after stopping the DVR concluded that wasn’t it. She didn’t look as tan as usual – but that wasn’t it either!
My husband and I noticed the change in Melissa. I attributed it to excess makeup and loss of weight.
I think Melissa has definitely had some Bo, but if you remember, she had a VERY expressive face — always scrunching it up and making faces — which I found distracting and unattractive. If I was her mother, I would have been on her to “quit making FACES! Your face is going to STAY like that!” Maybe ABC felt the same way.
#42 JennX — I totally agree with your take on Reid’s actions. Obviously Jillian gave him reason to believe that she was crazy about him and just wanted him to validate his love for her by telling her. She may have given him reason to believe that he was her first choice and they may have had a dynamite FS night, leading him to believe that she couldn’t possibly love anyone more. In his mind, she let him go because he was hesitant to verbally confirm his feelings, so he assumed that once he went back and SAID the L word, she would choose him.
I thought he looked heartbroken. I have to respect someone who apparently needs time to heal from a broken heart and doesn’t jump right back into the fray. For that reason, I hope he doesn’t become the next Bachelor, but from his interview above, it appears he may be considering it. I think he needs more time, but then again, I’m someone who needed seven years after my divorce before even wanting to LOOK at another man. Yeah, I’m slow …
I read the interview linked on #63, and I found this to be the cutest/funniest thing ever.
Q: What was up with the outfit when you proposed to Jillian?
A: I was making a fashion statement! No, I’m just kidding. I was in a huge rush to get back, I didn’t have a chance to do laundry, I didn’t have any clean clothes, I didn’t know what was my suitcase! There wasn’t a lot of time and I thought I would have some time to shower and change, but I didn’t. I guess I looked really bad and I had to put on one of Chris Harrison’s jackets.
I’m glad he realized it was a sloppy look. The interview also explains why Reid hasn’t confirmed me as his Facebook friend. (No, I’m not a creeper, contrary to my seemingly stalkerish name.)
did you see jill and ed on the regis and kelly show? anderson cooper asked her how many guys she hooked up with. she was shocked. said she kissed ten and “kissed with tongue” – and I quote – four.
I too thought Reid’s coomment about the Fantasy Suite was a reference to Ed’s alleged E.D….and thus a dig at Ed. (which is why I thought Jillian looked so pissed!). However, I’m willing to buy the argument that it was actually about his OWN time in the FS with Jillian…in which case, I still think it was pretty inappropriate (and perhaps the look on Jillian’s face was mortification?). Either way, I didn’t think Reid came across very good (and I’ve liked him throughout the show). Kiptyn was classy (still boring, though!), and I “heart” Ed & Jillian together…hope they make it!
I also meant to say that I wish Jillian and Ed the best. They truly seem to be in love, and if there is one thing I’ve learned, it’s that there is no substitute for chemistry between two people, and it doesn’t always make sense to others. The most important thing about a person is not how they look or how other people perceive the relationship, it’s that quixotic and elusive “spark” that gives you that look that Jillian and Ed obviously have.
So that’s what Botox does to the face? I was wondering what was up with Melissa and why she looked different. Weird different, not good. Why would you need botox, or any cosmetic procedure, at 25? She’s gorgeous to begin with!
thnks for the recaps, Lincee. You make the show worth watching.
Yes, Melissa looked different, and it could have been Bo, but she was also not nearly as tan and she was a lot thinner. I have an expressive face like Melissa–I was even told by a deaf person in high school that my face was very expressive–so I wrinkled early, too, especially my forehead. I began getting botox in that area when I was 31, and it is a luxury that I wouldn’t give up now (I’m 34). I don’t dye my hair or have fake nails, but Bo is my one indulgence. I didn’t need it at 25, but I’m not on high-definition television screens around America, either.
Don’t knock the Bo–to each his own. The trick is finding a doctor who doesn’t overdo it.
I agree about Melissa’s face looked different also…I thought she had on too much foundation and it covered her always tanned face with freckles….botox is possible (sad) also…I think Teri Hatcher had it too when she was on the View.
Did any one see Anderson Cooper out Jilly on Regis & Kelly? He actually said “how many of those men did you sleep with” – HILARIOUS!
I wish I had seen Jillian and Ed on Regis & Kelly. Anyone know if you can watch it on the internet?
#74 Lauren, try this… http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_VqPwqBn14
#62 I noticed the red skin in the V of Reid’s shirt too! Jillian’s diet of bird seed and sugar water is supplemented on occasion with mmmm pepperoni mmmm. Can’t wait for Lincee’s pimping to begin!
Why I read this blog:
1. “Spotted—three women sporting a Bumpit in the audience” (I clicked on the link – ROFL)
2. “Melissa Ro got a little Bo”
3. “Wisely, Reid flashes his adorable grin and asks how old the fetus is”
Lincee, you are hilarious!
was anyone else uncomfortable at watching OHCH drag things out of reid… i swear with the pauses and the closeups of jillian, i was thinking they were setting up for another “melissa moment” where jillian proclaimed “nevermind” to ed.
it was scary there.
i agree w/ jennx that reid was talking about his own date. he’s the only one who ever had a problem w/ jillian dating more than one guy so seriously. so i think he was thinking that it “shoulda” meant more.
OHCH cracked me up with the “where?” comment after ed said he thought his mankini was a little longer. and then he continued with “enough from you….. jillian, what do YOU think?”
anyone else out there think that the teen giggler was canned? reid’s comment was soooo priceless. and the other person- lincee’s right! ABC has no shame, but jillian- to admit on nat’l tv that the only problem they have in the bedroom is basically that it comes to an end………….. that’s not as classy as i would’ve thought her to be! wow.
this blog is the whole reason why i watched (and then got hooked) on this cheesy show!
can’t wait till next season. (please don’t be reid please don’t be reid please don’t be reid…….)
OHCH was the best during this episode! I loved when he said to Jillian, “you didn’t REALLY like those green shorts, did you??” and a famous country singer once said love don’t come easy. He is the best! I heard that Kiptyn is the next bachelor, but they didn’t announce that. Does anyone know if they are casting a totally new person or someone from this season?
Come on!!! REID was taking a funny shot at Ed. You know we were all wondering about it too!
The fact they didn’t clear it up shows Ed had E.D.!!!! How embarassing! I always just thought he had passed out during a massage or something!
Also, Jilli is a slut- I’m pretty sure she slept with all of them!!!!
Love reid, but want someone new!!!
Did anyone see the interview with them on the Live With Regis and Kelly? Anyways, Anderson Cooper literally asks her how many men she slept with on the show…and she is shocked! It’s quite hilarious!!
http://television.aol.com/tvtop5/crossing-the-line-live-w-regis-and-kelly/31129743001?icid=main|main|dl2|link3|http%3A%2F%2Ftelevision.aol.com%2Ftvtop5%2Fcrossing-the-line-live-w-regis-and-kelly%2F31129743001
Drew- You should change your name to “Token”… in reference to South Park. LOL!
I still love Reid!!!!!
#42 I totally agree… that’s how I took it as well! I think what threw people off, was that Jillian seemed a bit confused by the comment. I don’t think she knew if he was referring to their time or to her and Ed’s time in the FS. I don’t think Reid seems like the type of person who’s mind works that way [to make a malicious comment referring to the ED situation].
I’m already ecited for next season
And that is why I love Anderson Cooper. He always asks what everyone is really thinking.
Anderson Cooper is HOT!!!! WWHHHEEWWWWWW…excuse..had to fan myself! LOL
Here’s a comment from the RedEye in Chicago. “I did have to do some serious housekeeping,” Ed told RedEye, jokingly adding, “I had to take the posters off the ceiling in my bedroom.” LOL Apparenlty they both like talking about the bedroom! LOL In seriousness I thought that was kind of funny.
Jillian’s looking forward to hitting a Cubs game and Ed’s favorite bar. I’ve never heard of the bar but I’m gonna go now!!!! LMAO
Oh Anderson…oh sorry…wrong moment. LOL
#81 – ihatepeas – THAT CLIP IS GREAT! I love how Anderson says..”you know what I just threw up in my mouth!” LOL afer she said she kissed 10 but 4 with tongue.
I think both Reid’s and Jillian’s hair looked terrible!!! Couldn’t concentrate on his words since he was rockin the flock of seagulls look. And Jillian’s hair just looked plain awful!
#42 and 83- sorry to burst your bubble. Regardless of his intent, all that matters is how Jillian and the majority perceived the question he asked. And, in web interviews and blogs, Jillian and OHCH refer to the fact that Reid asked that question about Jill and Ed’s night.
Again, it is a comment from someone had been dumped twice and is still in love with teh girl – it is understandable. I do not blame him for it.
But, if He who shall remain nameless is to be believed – he refers to Reid and Jesse as good friends of his ….and that I have to fault Reid for…
saggleo- All my friends think I’m really weird for having a crush on The Coop! I’m so glad you find him delightful, as well!
Heidi – it’s your FRIENDS that are weird!!! We are quite normal and know hotness when we see it!! They are just jealous! LOL
Man I’m going to miss this site! sniffles….
Saggleo, don’t go away… We have to keep checking in to track Lincee’s pimptastic adventure!
Lincee, I just hope you blog about your dates. Now THAT would be a riot!
Oh that’s right! Thanks TX QP – can’t forget about the BIG PIMPING!!!
Hmmm blogging about the dates would be good…if the dudes have a good sense of humor and don’t get offended easily!
I also think Anderson Cooper is adorable, hot, etc…. but isn’t he gay? Thought that was common knowledge? yes? no?
Yep. I’ve heard for years that Cooper is gay….but he’s still kinda hot when you just put that gay part out of your mind…
Lincee–Your Bachelorette Blog is the funniest thing I have ever read! I can’t wait until the next Bachelorette/Bachelor series to begin just so I can read what you have to say about it. Please keep up the good work. You have gained a myriad of new followers just from the friends I have turned on to you. We even have an email network going showcasing your blog. Thanks so much and keep it up!
Gay or not, I still love The Coop.
Ditto heidi and saggleo–AC is dreamy:)
#62–YES! We totally noticed the stark contrast between Darling Reid’s neck/face and his chest! What was up with that??
And #30, Lovethislist– I couldn’t have said it better! My sentiments EXACTLY. Lincee’s ultra-hilarious observations and the comments of all of you awesome posters on IHGB are sooo much fun!!! There will be a little void in my life until next time!
Apparently the Lamas’ are getting their own reality show. Oh the drama.
‘The Bachelor’’s Shayne Lamas on Jason Mesnick: ‘I Would Have Slapped Him’
http://www.etonline.com/news/2009/07/77040/index.html
Oh and by the way,
I Love Reid AND Anderson Cooper!!!
Well, the good news is ladies that – the last time I checked – Reid was ahead in the polls on abc.com. I am hoping that ABC will get the clue that THIS is the kind of man we want to see on the Bachelor. Charming, real, a little neurotic maybe even? But in a good way. Jake is wonderful but too vanilla and honestly, I have no idea about Kiptyn because I don’t think I’ve every actually heard a word he’s said – just mesmerized by those abs. Anyone else think he’s like the snake Kaa in Junglebook? With the googlie eyes? That’s what his abs do to people. All rational thought it taken away and we are staring, drooling idiots. Anyway, Team Reid!
Also, Lincee, I saw your comment about the New Kids concert. I may have gone to a concert this year myself. I may have actually gone to multiple concerts. Don’t judge me people! And they were awesomeness.
Agree about Melissa — her face definitely looked different, like she had some work done.
Reid’s comment about the fantasy suite and not saying anything because it was ‘just wrong’ was classic. Love it!
I agree that Anderson Cooper is hot. Bet he was jealous of Jillian sleeping with all the guys!!
Linceeeee! Update on random announcements?!?
http://www.usmagazine.com/news/bachelorette-reid-i-thought-i-was-best-for-jillian-2009317
Oh yes. That is definitely a link to a story about Reid and his heartbreak. Forget about the heartbreak business for a minute, and check out the HOT picture with the story!
Did anyone notice how in the replay of the proposal the “Neil Lane” on the inside of the ring box was covered up? Maybe he was embarrassed to have designed that ring.
It was probably that ABC wasn’t going to advertise for Neil Lane more than just the one time…
Has anyone heard a rumor that Ed was cheating on Jillian? I just heard a little snippet on the radio of Jillian defending him…sounds pretty shady to me. At first she says its completely not true then towards the end she says she was in the room with him each time he talked to both of the girls (BOTH OF THE GIRLS?????) what the hell???? She should have picked Reid…
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