Back from the dead

I love San Francisco. Absolute favorite city. And I'm a little afraid this batch of crazy women are going to ruin it for me. But I digress. Ben's first date with Emily is so cheesy. "I did the only thing I could think of, I gave her a kiss." I mean, this date is the epitome of a "The Bachelor" cliche. Ok, it's romantic. The idea, anyway. But their little "confessionals" are just one corny line after the other. They are cute together, though. At least they had real conversation unlike his date with Courtney. In-tell-i-gence. The group date is, well, wow. Skiing in San Francisco? Cool concept but I felt like I was watching a bad porn. As for Britnee, she should be excited and she should feel lucky to be going on a one-on-one. Not only does she get to go on a date with Ben who is, honestly, out of her league. But those other girls looked like they wanted kill her and they didn't. At least she sends herself home therefore avoiding a brutal murder at the Fairmont. So Ben starts the evening portion of the group date by saying he doesn't think there will be any drama. Ummm...one date, one guy, ten women. Please. And of course when you attempt to make out with every woman there, it's only bound to blow up. I really loved Ben's date with Lindzi. But I'm pretty sure this was the date he was supposed to go on with Britnee. Key to the city. City Hall. Regardless, they're still cute together. Her voice is slightly annoying. But they are cute. Courtney is a bitch. She is obviously trying to stir things up. I don't think you need to be friends with the other girls. They are the competition, after all, but I do think you can at least try to be civil. She is just very shallow - in the way she treats the other women and the way she is with Ben. I have to say I'm shocked to see Shawntel at the rose ceremony. I'm curious how she and Ben know each other because she sure makes it sound like they know each other very well. But when she tells the girls, she says she only knows him through Ashley's season. I love how halfway through the rose ceremony, most of the girls who haven't received a rose look like they are going through labor pains. But this time, Erica truly passes out. My first guess would have been she gets the pity rose. But with Shawntel, that makes it hard. And Jaclyn isn't in the game, she's just not even on the bench. So I'm shocked that Ben has the courage to send them all home. But I see why. He has one too many girls worth more to him than some crazy funeral director (no offense Phaedra - RHOA). Well, off to Park City. Until next time... - Posted using BlogPress from my iPad

And she's still crying

So I must apologize for missing the first episode of the season. Don't get me wrong! I watched it. I just didn't start my New Year's resolution of fully committing to my blog until Thursday. But I promise to keep up with all the juicy gossip and reality goodness from now on. I must start off with the honest truth. I thought Jenna showed her insecurity the moment she stepped into the house and told the other girls that she messed up her pick-up line. And my favorite was Lindzi, even before she received the first impression rose. So I'm not sure if Kacie and Ben's date made me feel happy or made me want to vomit. Either way, they obviously like each other so I guess that's good. I'm just curious if it was Kacie, or just him being in his hometown and watching home videos that made it so special. I'm not saying it wasn't touching, I just wonder if the reaction would have been the same with any of the women. The acting was horrible on the group date. Hopefully these women aren't on this show for fame. And I must say that the striped romper on Blakely was not only a little showy for a date involving children (or ten other women) but it was a little small. As for the play, I'm not sure this date is appropriate for the children's community theater. I mean, on top of being a scandalous sheep who goes around kissing all the characters, Ben ends up half naked in front of a room full of small children. So back to Blakely. I'm not sure how I feel about her. But I do think it's ridiculous that the other girls are so jealous. As for Courtney, though, I definitely see why the girls don't like her. I'm just not sure they should show it so much. The question is, which whack job will Ben keep around? We know there is always one. Now, I'm not sure if it's the editing, but Courtney is nothing like Ben described: smart, witty....sure, she's beautiful but what else? I'm shocked by how much he's enjoying this date. I just don't see it. It's obvious Blakely is a little crazy and controlling but she comes off as confident to Ben versus the rest of the women who only look insecure. And speaking of insecure, Jenna is doing nothing to help her situation. Her little run-on explanation of how she's "more like a guy than a girl" only confused me further. And really, she's still crying! Besides, the only man I see disguised as a woman is wearing a sequins green dress (Jaclyn) accusing Blakely of looking like a horse. I know Blakely is a little crazy but she definitely isn't the one out of the two of you that looks like a horse. I'm just not sure how he didn't get rid of her. At least he got rid of Jenna along with a few others. Well, week two is over and we still have plenty more drama, tears and dysfunctional dating. Until next time... - Posted using BlogPress from my iPad

Return to the Shore

Well the much-anticipated fifth season of Jersey Shore returned tonight and the cast is back in Jersey. Of course, first matter of business: GTL. Then drinks. Naturally.

So I love the sentiment behind bringing the entire cast's friends, family and significant others together for a reunion to kick off the new season, but we all know this is the genius of MTV producers stirring up all the drama in one fell swoop.

I knew the happiness of night one would only last so long. I just hope this argument doesn't last all season. I'd like something a little different than the drama we had to deal with in Italy. If nothing happened, I'm not sure why Snooki cares so much. This is getting old, and it's only the first episode. The only thing that can save this season is if Vinny cuts the umbilical cord and brings the other half of the Vinny and Pauly show back. This depression is beginning to make me sad. Or as Deena put it..."his funk is putting me in a funk because he's in a funk."

Well, here's to what I hope is a better season than it was an episode. I'm sure the excessive amounts of alcohol and idiocy will do the trick. Until next time...

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The rich and, um, real housewives of Beverly Hills are back

First thing's first, Bravo did a tasteful job of confronting the issue that we've all been wondering about and that is how they were going to deal with Russell Armstrong's death with the entire season having been filmed prior to it.

So let me begin by saying that all comments in this blog, related to Taylor or her marriage or late husband, are based on a series of filmed events that occurred prior to his death.

Ok. I'm pretty sure Kim and Kyle were on good terms at the reunion but apparently not. They are sisters though and I'm sure a little time and one situation where they need to stand up for each other (or at least Kyle for Kim) and they'll be back to norm...yes, normal. Sure, we'll go with that.

So I ended the first season of RHOBH feeling so sympathetic for Camille so I'm going to give her a chance this year. That said, one comment needs to happen before my "benefit of the doubt" begins: I think she is happy to be on her own, single. Hell, she acted like that before. But I digress...

On to the scene where Kyle is shopping and Taylor comes running in talking about Cedric. Wow did that seem staged to anyone else? It was the perfect opportunity for them to discuss her tension with Lisa. But with that and the chef at Adrienne's, it feels like they are going to make her out to be the bully.

And with Taylor building that in before the dinner party, the underhanded tension was unbearable. I think people just don't understand how to accept other people's opinions. Kyle said that she can't use certain words but it's other people, like Ken and Lisa, who are crucified for expressing their honest thoughts. At least there a couple of people on this show who can be truthful.

But without backstabbing, lies and deceit, there would be no drama. And without the drama, there would be no show - and by the looks of it, we'll have plenty of that all season! So I will see you in a week Housewives fans. Until next time...

Caroline rules, family drama drools

We finally get to see Teresa and Joe hash it out and I was hoping we might be able to move on but it looks like we will have to wait one more week to see the results of "battle of the sister-in-laws." Now I love Teresa but I can't tell if this is her fault or she's not quick enough to come up with a response when she's talking to Joe. It is so sad that they can't get along. I hope that they can get through this. Melissa seems sincere enough in wanting them to resolve the issue in her confessionals and her conversations with Joe but we'll just have to wait and see. I'm still undecided about Kathy.

I feel like Jacqueline and Caroline are tired of hearing about Teresa's family drama and I don't blame them. Its one thing to help a friend but when they rarely take your advice, its hard to keep listening and be willing to help.

Caroline is so great. I want her to do so well in her show. I think she has a lot to offer. She's an incredible mother, wife, sister, all of the above -- her family  and friends don't just love her, they respect her. And now her fans can get the great advice she offers to them. I'm jealous I can't listen. Maybe she will get her own talk show?! Come on Bravo!!

But back to the problem at hand -- Melissa and Teresa. I hope they can just be honest and move past this. Jacqueline's a great friend for allowing them to talk it out at her house. Next week looks good and at least we know Teresa and Melissa make it out  of their conversation alive. So until then....

Another day in Jersey...

I’m a little disappointed with this week’s episode but, as always, it looks like it’s just prepping us for the drama that will ensue next week. So let’s just dig into what happened…

I have to admit that while I didn’t like Melissa and Joe Gorga in the first episode, I’m learning to love them. They are a cute couple. They seem to just adore each other and I think it’s sweet. I like when married couples are supportive of each other and I think that she is supporting him reconciling with Teresa and he supports her in starting her singing career.

Caroline and Albert are the same way and look at how well that turned out. He’s still supporting her starting a new career because he knows she is missing something with her kids gone. Though, I think it’s odd that they talk about “empty nest syndrome” but they still have Lauren at home.

So I think it’s ridiculous that just because Ashley wants a car, she is getting one. I really like Jacqueline but I feel like she doesn’t stick up for herself enough when it comes to Chris going around/above her when it comes to Ashley. I get that sometimes it isn’t worth the argument but I think this is a pretty big deal. Ashley thinks she deserves a car because she “isn’t in rehab.” Since when should people be rewarded for not doing something bad? I thought you are supposed to get rewarded for doing good – for going above and beyond. Even the way she acts in the car dealership is ridiculous. She is beyond spoiled. She’ll have to get a reality check sooner or later – once mommy and daddy stop coming to her rescue.

I don’t know how I feel about Kathy yet but I’m a little surprised by the contracts that she and Rich make their kids create and sign. I was truly caught off guard by it, but in the end it made me realize that it allowed the kids to open up to their parents.

It’s still sad to see the tension and awkwardness between Teresa, her brother and the entire family. I agree with Melissa that the impact it’s having on the kids is the worst part. Seeing their first true attempt to work this all out will be interesting next week and hopefully a little more entertaining! Until next time…

Old faces, new drama

So now we get to witness the fallout of the giant blowout that was Joe and Melissa's son's christening. I'm not sure we will ever find out what the true cause of this problem but I guess we will have to watch it play out.

Halloween in New Jersey - definitely different. Joe dressed as Snooki, an old lady dressed like a kitten, just strange. And of course Kim G is trying to get involved in all the drama.

And way to go Caroline! I love that she stands by her friends. Ms. Jaclyn is hot stuff! And wow Melissa moved around way too much!

Kim G. needs to, in the words of my friend Aly, take her drama to a retirement home.

And I can't believe Kathy. She tries to be everyone's mother but she is totally taking sides. I love that the family comes to back her up. Well, no more Danielle but now we have the Gorga family drama.

Until next time RHONJ fans...




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