Monday, February 28, 2011

Bach Recap- Would Mandela be proud?

Has the man never been to a zoo? I mean not to be too unimpressed with South Africa (Lord knows I'd love to go), but really? You've never seen a lion or a giraffe? I realize it's "the wild" (ie. an open space of land where animals are likely fed so that paying tourists can see them in their natural states), but obviously it's seriously staged. If that's not staged, then I'm really wondering what type of waiver they had to sign in order to eat lunch at the lion's watering hole. I'd need more than one guide with one gun. Also, since the safari was a bit staged, were they trying to compensate with authentic worm food. Gross.

I'm not quite sure why we are even bothering with these last few episodes. It's clearly Emily. If it's not clearly Emily then Brad should seriously be placed in some high security zones because I believe he could be stoned by loyal watchers. And in case some of you weren't sure, I'm pretty certain the "I'm falling in love with you too" should be a rather big tip off. In fact, I feel sorry for the guys in editing who have to try to make it look like there is some question that Emily might not be it. On the flip side, we have to consider that Brad tends to make the exact wrong choice when it comes down to it. So we'll see if his "therapy" has paid off.

Well was anyone else as confused as me with Ashly? Seems like she shut down with the rather obvious questions. For example, "where do you want to live?" I mean really sweetheart? Somewhere warm? Hmmm nothing says interested in a man like describing the climate you'd like to live in. No surprise here that she had to go and sabotage the whole thing. I believe she wants to be the next bachelorette and she's paving the way for that possibility. I don't see her being a good fit for this. Too hyper for my tastes. I really didn't understand all her flapping around when she saw the helicopter. It's like her body was saying "exciting" and her mouth was saying "kill me". Very toddler like. Well see ya Ash.

So March 14th- finale watching party at my house! Who's excited? MEEEEEEEEEE!!!!

Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Bach Recap- Emily. Hands down. Emily.

Home girl has this thing in the bag. She's perfect. What's not to like? My previous concern was that she wouldn't fall for him in the end, but seems like she's pretty taken this week. Ok let's talk about what's important here- her digs. Dude I wanted a full on tour. Could little Ricky's playroom have been any cuter? Loved the shabby chic thing. She must have hit bank when homeboy died (God rest his soul). So she's 24 and has a 5 year old and is this cute and put together? Puts me to shame. You go girl. Sometimes when you can't beat it, follow it. And Em, I'm a follower. Winner- no doubt in my mind.

Shawntel- hmm. What to say? Maybe laying him on the dead person embalming table was a bit much. I mean I understand you want him to appreciate your line of work. I can certainly relate. But you don't see me putting a cath in my husband's wee wee. Also, I think if you just did that new bob that Jennifer Anniston just did to her hair, it would be perfect on you (you can see pics on People.com). On a final note, I liked that you left without tearing him apart but you didn't have to gravel and put your tail between legs. There are other men out there that are kind and respectful- living ones at that!

Ahsley- Let me start with one major annoyance- French Canadian- Everyone who knows me, knows I love all things French. But that nasal French Canadian accent just really gets under my skin. It's the equivalent of a strong midwestern accent to me- dontcha know? Anyhoo- I do have a sensitive stomach, but really that Putsin (sp??) made me want to vomit. Then you feed it to him- really? Nasty. Get that cheesy gravy mess off camera. That line from Pulp Fiction just kept playing through my head "They fuckin' drown it in that shit" (referencing french fries and mayonnaise). Wolf. Ok moving on- Ashely you were like a 10 year old seeing Justin Bieber in person. Calm down. Get your hormones in check and try not to make a baby in front of your whole freakin family. And Brad you felt comfortable here? I'm so confused. I felt like he was sitting in Sarah Palins cousin's living room. Freaky. You'll be gone next week when he discovers you are still in training bras.

Chantel- Love Seattle. Didn't love your clothes. Really you couldnt run into Banana and get a cute blouse? Did you just have your thyroid worked on- is that why you wore that scarf? Seriously distracting. But again, loved your digs and your parents. Very different from my own taste, but unique and cool. I think she'll definitely be final 2. Might be hard to watch her lose- I've grown to like her. Side note- as Traci has mentioned to me, rose ceremony dress too tight and not your color.

I'm thinking it's Emily in the end. If it's not, she'll be the next Bachelorette. If she does win, I'm not really seeing any other good contenders for this role. Thoughts?

Tuesday, February 15, 2011

Bach Recap- Ding Dong the witch is dead!

Adios MicHELLe! Looks like Brad has come to senses and the blood flow has returned to his other head! I was really starting to doubt this fool, but low and behold he pulled his head out of his ass and wised up. Almost hate to see the drama go. I have feeling she may not show for the "Before the final Rose" epsiode- Wes style. Smart of her to lay down and play dead in the back of the limo- probably the only way she knows how to ride in one... hoe. Anyhoo-they whole "group date" was awkward and weird. I would say to ABC that when you're down to 6 gals, group dates are a waste.

Brit Brit- As Ali has pointed out, homegirl needs to eat a sandwich or as Ryan said, "two". Poor thing didn't have a chance. And everyone knew it. So he takes her up a cliff that obviously was not OSHA certified. Gotta love Caribbean waivers. By the way- hoisting my body up a rock wall only to jump off and get the worlds biggest wedgie all while a camera shoots from below (my worst angle) is absolutely my worst nightmare. No wonder they had Brit Brit do this date- no other bitch was willing. That date was just hard to watch. He really had her leave on a dingy- really? Can't you just see the producers standing around, "cue the dingy.... lift anchor". AWKWARD. And why did he make her swim to the yacht if there was a dingy the whole time? Maybe it was her idea- that probably burned a good 112 calories. She probably ate a WHOLE apple for breakfast. Sorry chickita. What I would like to see is her come back for the reunion episode with some toner in her hair, 12-20 inches cut off the locks, 10 lbs gained and a cute fitted dress- holla girl!

Chantel O.- sweetheart you are killing me. I think she will really be devastated when things don't pan out with her and Brad. My heart may break a little when it comes. I'm going to give her 2nd- 3rd place. I don't see her winning but I could be wrong. Such a pretty face- love when she lets her hair have some natural wave. Needs a better bikini but all is not lost. I'm sooooo pissed cause I bought Ryan apple TV for our anniversary (Romantic huh?) and he was messing around with all the wires while I was watching and of course he disconnects my show "on accident" he claims. So I missed a good 3 minutes of the photo shoot scene cause u-verse had to reboot for 2 and I had to lecture ryan for 1. haha- so that's what we have come to after 7 valentine's together :)Don't think I missed too much though.

Ashley- honestly she still bores me. She's too grateful for every bit of attention from Brad. She had every right to be pissed at him and his shenanigans and then gets all retraction-y when it irks him. So he awards her with a rose??? Girl, this relationship will never work. You gotta be real. Mandy I think you hit this one on the head last week- he is getting mad when the girls get mad he is dating other women- it's a natural reaction Brad!! Let me make a side note here- I think jealousy too early is weird- girls you know what you signed up for- duh! But when we get down to these smaller numbers, I think it's only natural to have the winds shift a bit. Ash, next week may be your last. 3rd at best.

Shawntal- I like her. A bit hippy dippy and that's right up my ally. She is trying a bit hard, but hey you probably should if you want the man. I was a little taken aback with the featured performer- "MOST TALENTED IN ALL OF ANGUILLA"- wow showstopper. Awkward scene with the handful of white people acting like they knew the song- clearly they didn't fit. I bet if we looked close enough, Chris Harrison's wife was there- haha- too many island mojitos. Next week's date looks promising- I think they are trying to throw us off with the "death" thing. I think he's going to like that she is different and that will excite him. I'm gonna put her in the top two.

Emily- Oh Em, it looks like you come around next week and show sweet little Ricky. No surprises that she won't like her new daddy. My guess is they will decide it takes time to build a relationship and that a new kite won't quite buy her love. I'm still putting her in top two position. I'm gonna guess he doesn't propose to her because he doesn't know for sure she will accept- enter next Bachelorette.

Well we shall see how this all plays out- these next few episodes are always my favorite. So next week is final 4 hometown dates. Then do we do a final 3 to Brad's hometown? Then Before the Final Rose. Then finale. If this order is correct, then I'm gonna say finale on March 14th! Come on over- maybe we can put some money on this one. Hopefully Reality Steve won't ruin our game. Love to hear your feedback and thoughts.... holla at me!

Monday, February 7, 2011

Bach Recap- Projections and Rejections

I'm certainly no shrink, but if tonight wasn't one giant projection from one person to another then Oprah ain't the queen. Let's start with Allie. I mean could that have been any more awkward? They're sitting at a sinking table in a pool of semen infested hot springs as she is describing a past relationship that exactly describes her current relationship with Brad. They couldn't have scripted that better if they tried. This girl seriously made me laugh tonight. First of all, did they put on her a miniature horse or is the girl Amazon woman? I couldn't stop laughing- I thought the horse was gonna buckle any second. And why were there two ponies following them? I honestly considered that they might have been back up for Allie's horse *See footnote. And she damn near killed me with the bug phobia. I have to relate a little to her fear myself, but did she have to throw her glass at a beetle? Priceless.

Next major offender of the night- micHELLe- I do believe she described Chantal as "egotistical". Well if that ain't calling the kettle black? And can anyone say INSECURE???? Really, you had to map it out for Brad- shit maybe she is actually the producer of this whole thing and I just didn't realize it. Brad you better back away now. I'm pretty confident this bitch has you by the balls. I'm not sure a little punishment last place rose is gonna teach this chick anything. Two things really bother me about this girl: (1) Ok I'll say it. I'm not sure she is here for the right reasons- ha. But it's true. I'm really not sure why she even likes Brad. I think she wants to control him and win. That's so season 1-14. (2) She thinks she's so damn cute on her side interviews. I mean she really seems pleased with herself after she says things like "i just really wanna go home and F*&K him. *giggles* I mean I'm just not sure how else to say it". Wow- mother of the year.

Chantal O- I like her. She cheered up a bit this episode for us. I thought the whole "I love you" was a bit soon, but I gotta give it to her for playing her cards well. Really didn't like her rose ceremony dress. Made her a bit boxy and she otherwise has a cute figure.

Ashley- Hate to still see you here. I don't see the appeal. Pardon me, "connection".

Shawntel- Like her a lot too. The silent game was a little odd. Reminded me of a really awful 7th grade teacher I had that wouldn't talk to us for 3 days (Huhndorf- for any of my fellow IKE classmates). Otherwise, I think I'd be friends with this girl myself.

Jackie- Girl, I really liked ya at the get-go. Kinda let me down with the mellowdramatic descent down the water fall. That is until I couldn't stop laughing as the waterfall completely kicked your ass- HILARIOUS. No worries chickita- you did more than I could have or would have for Brad. You'll do well on shows like Bachelor pad and other ABC reunions- Brad was too regimented and serious for you.

Brit- I'm sorry, who are you? Please eat a french fry. She reminds me of this perfume I used to like when I was about 10 (before my mom would let me have the real stuff)- I believe it was called Petite Natee. She seems kind of tween-ish to me. Like make up doesn't settle well on her unless it has glitter. I swear she is going to use a crimper in next week's episode. Cotillian vs. prom. Limited too vs. The Limited. Fake id vs not fake id. etc etc etc...

Emily- Oh girl, I think I may see the cards about to fold. Let's hope not. I'll still put her as a front runner (who wouldn't) but that whole "sabotage" comment and the preview next week where she may or may not let him meet her daughter... Oh Lordy. Could be the beginning of the end. Or perhaps as the next Bachelorette. Only time will tell.

OK am i missing anyone? Don't think so. Let me hear your thoughts this week. Looks like we can nail down a finale night soon- so get ready to mark your calendars. Special thanks tonight to hubby Ryan for running downstairs to get my power cord for the old mac. Time to save for an iPad. I should get some advertisers in here for my 14 followers. Ha!

**Just to be clear- I don't feel as though Allie is a big girl. This is more a reflection on the poor planning of producers to give a tall woman a small horse. Also, please note, no horses were harmed in the making of this production.

Tuesday, February 1, 2011

Bachelor Recap- Brad on a Mission

I just about died during his therapy session when they referred to this "experience" as Brad's mission. Seriously? Who knew finding love was like finding Bin Laden or launching a space craft? Those kind of buzz words really get to me. Allow me to add to the list for a moment:
-connection
-"here for the right reasons"
-special
-journey
-catty
-"steal him for a moment"
Ok just had to get that off my chest.

I heard an interview from Chris Harrison regarding the awkward date location for Emily. He basically copped right to it- it made for great tv. And that it did. That girl handled it like a champ. If you ask me, it was the right amount of tears and hope. Like she said, one lap for Ricky and one for her. Well said. This girl should be a tv host. She can do no wrong. Loved her turquoise cover up and how she said, "I'm normally a lot of fun". Haha- it's like ABC is trying to break this bitch down. Way to go Em- you're a trooper. My prediction is Brad totally falls for her but in the end, she leaves the show. Definitely next Bachelorette. But since I can't go so lightly on any girl- I have to confess.... the whole "Ricky" thing totally makes me giggle inside thinking of Talladega Nights. Sorry- had to do it. See, I even feel guilty making fun of her and I don't even know her- points for you girl!

Shawntel- still confused a bit by her. I really like her one minute and the next I think she is extremely socially awkward. She needs to seriously try to "style" her hair at some point. And really- that's the Fendi bag you chose? 5 grande on that old carpet bag? On the other hand, loved how she ate her dinner (ON CAMERA) while discussing how to embalm a dead dude. That just speaks to the nurse in me :)

Chantal- I really wish he had sent you home. I used to like you but all you do is cry cry cry. And it looks like that's all you are going to do in upcoming episodes. Get a grip!

Michelle- There is absolutely NO excuse for the zebra print dress you wore! You obviously aren't making any friends in the house, otherwise, one of them would have had the balls to tell you to change. P.S. Trying so hard to be sexy and domineering merely makes you desperate and domineering. Lord help us all with this one. You drive me nuts Michelle, but I would be sad to see your drama go.

Allie- So you don't feel special huh? Well looks like you cried enough tears to get Brad to pity you enough to bring out an odd little dessert. Lucky you. Feel better? I bet you last one more week.

Ashley and Ashley- I still can't figure which is which. You are interchangeable to me. They were a real snoozefest of besties. I bet these two have a freaky side though. Can't you just see them appearing on Bachelor Pad and being drunken sorority girls? Also, I hate that type of date- neither is good at acting or acrobats and yet we are forced to watch this crap. The one redeeming factor... Brad in those hideous shorts- hahahaha. I had to pause it and call in Ryan to take a look at that shit.

No surprises at the rose ceremony as far as I'm concerned. Still don't even know the ladies he sent packing- good last ditch effort though Marissa- if you had had a personality, I think you might have had a shot. I'm not really getting the Brit connection- especially with her Heidi of the mountain braid. Hmmm... we'll see how long she makes it. I can't really see a home town date with her- it might be weird for Brad to meet the folks and sheep and goats and cattle etc.

Till next week...