Bachelorette Season 9: Men Tell All

Tonight on the this very special edition of the Men Tell All we see that the men have not gotten over their “drama” and still hate each other. So we cut to “the best fans ever” and see Chris and Des totally creeping on some Bachelorette watching parties. I’m noticing a lot of guys at these parties. . .but also a ton of screaming girls especially when Des pulls out Ash and JP. Wow 26 seasons? That is a little bit crazy especially when you think of the success rate of the show, which I think is at a gigantic 3 maybe 4 couples still going strong. [That is couples that were created on the Bachelor or Bachelorette, not couples from Bachelor Pad or Bachelor/ette alum getting married to each other, like Chris and Peyton J)

Des sits down with some lovely ladies from the past: Emily, Ali, and Ashley about how to deal with the dramatic dudes of this season and they recap on those devilish dudes like Ben, Brian, and James.

Side note: one of the only reasons I like to watch the men/women tell alls is because of the bloopers! That is my all time favorite part and they never make them long enough.

Ooo yay they are showing us all the guys whose names we have long forgotten and I am seeing familiar faces and would not know their names without that helpful little writing on the screen. I think Zak K. might be a front runner for the next Bachelor. Also I am surprised that they brought back Fantasy Suite room guy. I feel like Jonathon watching himself, is feeling awkward and sorta proud of himself. They are replaying the guys drama and uncomfortable moments from start to finish. Jonathon was absolutely drunk that night and I appreciate that he apologized to everyone.

I would like to see Brandon as the next Bachelor because he is a loyal and genuine guy.

Ah now we get to Ben. Big bad Ben. He was shady, and in the beginning I liked him. For like one episode and then he turned weird. I don’t know what it was about him. And we get to watch the Michael roast again, man he really went after him hardcore. Well from the audiences’ reactions Ben does not have a huge following. Now the conversation has turned to who was a better dad on the show and Dan has some accusations that Ben’s baby mama approached him and told him all kinds of crazy things about Ben. And Zak thinks that Juan Pablo is a great dad, which gets him more cheers from his fan club.

Jimmy James (haha) joins Chris in the hot seat. And now we get ANOTHER recap. Bleck. So many recaps. If they cut out this crap they could have made this show an hour! Michael was the center of a lot of the drama, he was definitely a huge vocal presence but perhaps that was just his lawyer coming out. James is defending himself about this stupid car ride conversation again. James please go back to the Jersey shore cast. And if Mikey can introduce James to so many beautiful successful women then why did he go on the Bachelorette? Haha James would totally want to be the Bachelor but Bachelornation totally won’t have him.

Juan Pablo is a fan favorite for sure, I mean these girls made shirts and everything. I love his outfit by the way, it’s a refreshing pop of color in between all these drab gray and black suits. Des is hilarious on her Juan Pablo commentary. “Soccer players have the best butts” and he cracks up. It’s sweet to see the side of Juan Pablo on his feelings about his daughter.

Zak’s up next to tell about his “love affair” and “how it all went wrong” Way to be encouraging Christopher. I still can’t get over how blinding Zak’s teeth are. Did Des give the journal back too? Why does Chris have it L Zak looks a little uncertain when Chris asks if he can read the secret invisible ink poem. He doesn’t want his heart smashed in a million pieces all over again dude!

Out comes Desiree in another sparkly dress. She confronts some of the guys, accepts Jonathon’s apology, and Zak awkwardly sings another song he wrote in front of everyone. The bloopers were funny but like always they were too short L Then we see previews for the 2 part “most dramatic season” finale of the Bachelorette ever. That must be Chris Harrison’s favorite phrase. Until next week!

The Bachelorette Season 9 Episode 8

Hometown Dates, Yay!

First up, we have Zak and we’re in his hometown of Dallas, Texas. Zak takes Des through a park that he was “born in” but then he follows that up with being raised by squirrels and wolves. Zak decides it would be a good idea to share a crazy dream with Des and she’s looking at him like what is he talking about. So Zak’s family is in the sno cone business, and it looks like they are gonna be serving a hoard of children sno cones. Zak is proving to Des that he has what it takes to be a fatherly figure by coming out as a penguin and dancing with the kids. So they drive the Sno Cone truck back to Zak’s abode and they are greeted by a bunch of squeals and hugs.  His sister looks nothing like him, but his brother is like a mini Zak. [Side note: Zak’s sister’s room is super cute. I like her curtains and bedspread.] So is Zak’s family like the Von Trapp family singers? I would feel super awkward to just be sitting there watching people perform for you. And Des is getting so emotional. I think giving Des a ring when you tell her you love her is a little bit too much pressure. I mean sure it’s sweet but now it’s like more pressure to pick you or to feel bad about sending you home.

Drew’s date is my most anticipated date of the evening cuz he’s my fave. Drew’s family situation could get a little sticky since his parents are divorced and it will be his dad’s first time at his mom’s house. AWKWARD. Drew is super giddy and happy. Des is going to meet Drew’s sister Melissa who is severely handicapped and Des is genuinely excited to meet her, which just shows how nice of a person Des is. Des is meeting 11 people from Drew’s family. Drew’s mom is worried that he is going to get his heartbroken. Which is understandable because only one person can “win” so these other 3 guys that are left are going to be out of luck. Drew’s dad took a liking to Des and gave his blessing to Drew. [Side note: the Bachelor has a much harder time on the hometowns because they usually ask each of the 4 girls’ fathers for their hand in marriage which is a lot more intimidating than just going to hang out with the guys’ families] Drew is so sweet and bursts out his declarations of love for Des. He is “overwhelmed” by love at this point.

Chris got Des something for their date, Looks like some flowers and a wishy from a dandelion? Chris takes Des into the baseball field where he first learned to play ball. So they transform into baseball gear and hit some balls. And Des is loving it. Chris is totally shocked that she can hit a baseball. Chris’s family is pretty big and it seems like Des is meeting a ton of people on these hometowns. Okay so it is a little weird that Chris’s dad just jumps at the opportunity to adjust Des’s back? Des thinks she and Chris have compatibility which is good for their relationship. Ever guy so far seems pretty good for Des so I don’t know how she is going to make her decision. Eww what is Chris’s dad doing to his nose!! Totally saw some juicy boogers and that was real gross. Chris’s mom likes Des. A lot. Which apparently she is a real tough cookie to crack. And she gives Chris the family blessing in a totally monotone voice. And Chris loves Des more than every. Just like the other 2 guys.

Brooks seems to be totally doubting this experience and seems way less into this relationship than the other guys. He is putting a negative mood on the hometown date. Brooks is proving to Des that he is not a real boatsy guy, since he got water all up in their canoe. And at this point I kind of stopped watching their date but all I know when I came back Des was declaring her love for Brooks. Again. Ugh.

So I don't think after last season Des's brother should be allowed anywhere near these guys. He is a real jerk and I fear for the guys that actually get to meet him. I understand he's being so "protective" or whatever but he is flat out rude. And being a totally creeper in the hotel. 

The rose ceremony is pretty intense but Brooks (the booger) gets called out first, then Chris, and Drew. So Zak [Von Trapp] is sent home and is pretty emotional about it but hey I don't blame the guy.

Next week: The Men Tell All special is on. This confuses and puzzles me because they always do the MTA whenever there are 2 guys left, not 3. So this makes me think something big is coming in two weeks, on (as Chris Harrison would say) "the most dramatic season of the Bachelorette yet".

The Bachelorette Season 9 Episode 7

So here's what has happened and why I have once again become a MAJOR slacker on my Bachelorette updates. I was on vacation over the week of July 4th and had to catch up on the episode I missed and then from there I just kind of kept putting off editing my posts and never posted them.

If you need a recap of Episode 6, in one word it was drama! James, Juan Pablo, and Kasey were evicted bringing Des’s group of guys down to a whopping 5. Seriously where has this season gone? I cannot believe we are already at the week before hometowns. Also I just found out today that we are not getting Bachelor Pad this summer. I am highly upset by this news. What am I supposed to do without the third installment of the Bachelor franchise!!??!!

Welcome to Madeira! The remaining dudes and their lady are off to this magical little island. No roses on the dates this week except for the two on one and thankfully no one has to worry about going home on that date. ABC brings in some familiar faces and some much needed girl talk for Des as she receives the advice of her former Bachelor costars. It is a little weird that Catherine is there and that she brings up how Sean is hoping for the best for Des. Umm did she forget that they dated the same person? I loved what Catherine said about the binoculars, “I don’t know how to work these cuz I’m not a creeper.”

Oh Brooks, you get another one on one. Please be more exciting than last time. Why is Des wearing big clunky wedges when walking on the edge of the world? I would be in flats for fear of falling off and dying. This cloud drive is pretty sweet, it would probably freak me out though to actually do it because I wouldn’t know where the cliff starts and stops. Des and Brooks’ connection surprises me and I could definitely see him in the final two. He isn’t my favorite by far but I can’t say how Des is feeling. She is clearly feeling a connection. I can tell that Brooks is very genuine and he is very passionate about his family. He decides that he cannot be sure if he is running towards the finish line of love with Des if he does not introduce her to his family so he decides that he would want Des to meet his family should she decide to pick him (which I’m sure she will).

Chris is quickly becoming one of my favorites (He’s not quite Drew but I’m worried about Drew after last week’s shady preview) He very badly wants to take Des home to meet his family. The boat they are going on is awesome, I might consider going on one like that (if I knew anyone who had one). Chris is really milking his whole poetry side. I mean it’s a cute idea but come on. So at dinner will we find out if Des is also “running” towards Chris? He definitely seems super nervous and he’s gonna be the first one to break the I love you ice. At least he waited until the final 5 and not on like the third episode like Brandon did.

I don’t think that Michael has a shot of making it past this week. His relationship is way behind the other guys and he is just an easy elimination. When Des and Michael are being pushed in the little wicker basket I wanna know how the guys pushing don’t wipe out and eat concrete. Michael is really feeling it with Des and its all a bunch of feelings because Des is just amazing. Michael would definitely protect Des with his fast talking, arguing lawyer ways. But like I said he's so far behind, I doubt he's got a shot.

Drew and Zak! Two cuties with booties (? It rhymed, Chris’s poetry rubbed off on me) Race car driving!. . .well I suppose they aren’t exactly race cars, but these boys are bringing the competion. Especially because there is a rose on this date. Drew looks very sad and depressed about losing the race. Zak has come a long way for me because that first night when he arrived shirtless I thought he was going to be a player but he turned out to be a good guy. His artwork is great. Definitely better than his portrait of Des on last week’s episode. (If you want a good laugh please find that picture) Drew is so sweet and cute and is my favorite. I think that Des is falling for him. Drew had no reservations about telling Des he loved her and it might have been that extra umph to get him the rose. And he got it J He’s a top four finalist!! 

There is no cocktail party tonight, just the usual pre-rose ceremony dramatic recap with Chris Harrison. Des walks in to chose the four guys who she would like to meet their families. It's a very intense moment. Drew is already safe, followed by Brooks, Chris and Zak. Michael gets the boot and calls him mom crying in the limo. 

Next week hometowns!

The Bachelorette Season 9 Episode 5

Munich, Germany

Well so far in this journey of the Bachelorette I am struggling to see which guy is a favorite for the end.

The guys all seem “very excited” to be in Munich, and I would be too. The architecture looks amazing. Chris [Harrison] meets the guys and tells them that there will be 3 dates this week. One on one, group date and the dreaded two on one date is this week. It shall be interesting to see who gets picked for that gem. The hotel the guys are staying in is gorgeous. And I’m super jealous. Chris is picked for the one on one which I’m very happy about because he started to stand out last week. 

Bryden is still doubting his relationship with Des. He is freaking out a little bit and feels stagnant. So because of this, Bryden decides to be a selfish turd and go ruin Des’s date with Chris and tell her that he’s going home. Why he thought that it would be a good idea is beyond me. And his plan to find her is to ask random people on the street if they have seen television cameras? Why not just ask the camera crew following you to point you in the right direction. I suppose that would make less interesting tv.

Meanwhile Des is unaware of the impending doom that approaches her, she and Chris are having fun exploring Germany, shopping for cute costumes and dancing to folk music.

If I were Chris and saw another dude from the house show up on my one on one date, I'd be pissed. I mean he can't really say no to Bryden's interruption but seriously, how annoying. Bryden is turning this one on one into an awkward two on one that is totally unnecessary. He isn’t feeling this anymore and needs to go home, whatever man you should have decided that in AC. It was nice that Des wanted to try and keep the Bryden thing out of the date but Chris was very understanding and I think he helped her out. And it showed that Chris is a good listener.

Des’s dress for her and Chris’s dinner is gorgeous! It is such a pretty shade of purple and so sparkly! EEE I want it, it reminds me of the dress that Ariel wears when she runs into Prince Eric’s arms at the end of the Little Mermaid J

This week’s date is going loads better than last week’s date with Brad. I think that these two have good chemistry and Chris seems like he’s a good match for her. Here comes Chris bringing out the poetry again. I know it is super hard to read your own work to someone, so props to Chris for reading his poetry on national tv. This is the kind of stuff that wins a girl over though. 

The group date involves Juan Pablo, Mikey, James, Drew (who, come on, needs a one on one, he is so cute), Brooks, Kasey, and Zak. The German yoddler (or joddler as Juan Pablo calls it) is very good, and the guys.  . .not so much. Sledding down that hill looks half amazing and half terrifying. I would be going down the mountain just like Des. {Especially if anyone knows how I skied for the first and only time} The ice hotel, igloo thing looks amazing. I think it would be fun to explore but I might also freak out and have nightmares that the ceiling would collapse on me and I would be trapped in a bunch of snow forever and freeze to death. So I don’t think that I will be staying/visiting a snow hotel anytime soon. Mikey, I think you are quite entertaining but I do not think that you have a long term shot with Des. Zak was quite sneaky and set up a little rendevous point for Des that he yoddled her over too. Which caused Mikey’s gears to be grinded but he’s just jealous that he didn’t think of something so cool. James is acting like a pansy, because he’s all, I have been on the one on one date and now no date is good enough for him unless it’s a one on one. Blech get over yourself. James is so confident he’s gonna get the rose blah blah blah I’m glad he didn’t. Brooks got the rose (?) I still don’t get that relationship but whateves. Okay and why doesn’t Des spend more time with Drew!!!! Wahhh.

Something I’ve noticed about the dreadful two on one dates, they usually involve the villain of the season and the villain usually stays. Ben’s season it was between Courtney and someone else and Courtney made it. Tierrable made it in her two on one for Sean’s season. So we shall see if Ben survives this two on one. (He probably will) I think that if Michael decides to trash Ben it will be detrimental to his relationship with Des and that she will send him home or both of them. So Michael thinks that his attorney powers will get Ben sent home. Doubtful but we shall see. What a great ruse telling them they are doing the polar bear plunge. My thoughts when she said that was were are the medics? What a great treat they got instead of the polar bear plunge. A hot tug!!! Best name ever. I feel like it would still be cold though. It would be quite awful if that thing tipped. They would definitely get hypotherma because they are a long way from shore. I do feel kind of bad for Ben during Michael's interrogation. Michael is looking like a huge jerk and Ben is not saying anything back. Michael basically told Ben he’s a bad father and making every else in the hot tug really uncomfortable.

Meanwhile back at the luxurious hotel the hopeful top 4 (Drew, Chris, Brooks, and Kasey) are having a deep conversation about what they heard James and Mikey talking about. James is just looking get to famous and get some ladies. They are definitely going to confront Des because she needs to know. I think that these guys are sincere and there for the “right reasons”. (Everytime I hear anyone say right reasons now that rap song is forever ingrained in my mind).

Michael is really working on putting Ben through the fire. It’s like he’s the one who picked him for the date and is looking to see if he’s right for him. He is really putting him down and it is making Michael look like a real evil person. Michael made a huge mistake and shot himself in the foot big time. Honestly send them both home and give Drew a one on one!!!! WHAT!! I am so shocked that Des picked Michael. So unexpected. Michael must feel pretty good about himself. I think that Michael will probably not make it through the next rose ceremony. And I love that all the guys at the house stayed up late to see if Ben got sent home. How great is that. They were literally jumping for joy.

So it's rose ceremony time. Why are Des and Chris having a heart to heart when we are running out of time!!! We still have this James drama to deal with. AHH! Oh that’s why. No cocktail party. So will James’ dirty deeds be aired out tonight? Poor Drew, he wants to be the good guy so badly that he doesn’t want James to get away with his dastardly deeds. As Des is making her opening speech Drew looks like he’s really struggling with whether or not he will say anything. Of course it comes down to James and Mikey without a rose and she gives it to James. (Sending him home now would be too easy) And why was Drew the third from last name called!! 

Eliminated: Bryden, Ben, and Mikey

So it looks like ABC has saved some James drama for us for next week. Yipee!
My favorites as of now are Drew, Zak, Chris, and Kasey.

The Bachelorette Season 9 Episode 4

So first let me preface this with I was a MAJOR slacker this week and I wrote this all out Monday night and didn't feel like editing it so here we are and it's Sunday. . . So here's my very late recap of what happened last week on the Bachelorette. 

Jersey Baby!!

So I’m pretty excited that this week is in Atlantic City. It’s pretty cool to see places where I have been on TV (like AC and I stayed at Revel for a friend's 21st birthday party). And it’s also exciting because I grew up in Jersey. Soo cool J Anyway now about the show. Brad gets the one on one date. I like him but his voice is a little feminine. I hope things go well for him. I love how the guys are saying Brad is reserved and won’t bring out the fun side of Des. Meanwhile they’re on the slingshot and playing all kind of fun carnival games. Side note - it boggles my mind that some people have never had salt water taffy. Or ever been on a boardwalk! Des and Brad are breaking so many health codes in that taffy shop.

The sandcastle they sat on looks amazing and really hard to build. I feel like the date with Brad isn’t going too well. It just feels awkward to watch. AH! Maybe he isn’t comfortable with the cameras. I don’t know, it’s just so weird. Well way to take a guy to the very top of the lighthouse only to dump him and then have to probably walk all the way back down with him. She didn’t think that one through. I feel bad for Brad but I totally agree with Des’s decision. There was just no flow to their conversation at all.

I have high hopes for this group date. Brooks – really a mystical unicorn? Just another reason why you should go home! And Chris Harrison was it really a wise idea to bring a beauty queen into the mix with Des? I saw Juan Pablo eye her up. Is Michael being serious that he always wanted to be Mr. America? Hahaha they have a pagent coach. That is greaaaat. Oh my gosh. Chris’s talent walking in heels. Hilarious! Interview, talent, and swim suit competion! Drew is vocal about what he does not want for his swim wear, no banana hammocks.

Well I think we learned from tonight that Mikey is sensitive (and he’s a secret stripper?) And Bryden’s “talent” was unexpected and a bit traumatizing for the mayor of Atlantic City. Zak W. is a good singer and I thought his song was sweet. Zak W. looks like a Ken doll with his super tan body and uber white teeth. Kasey is crowned the Bachelorette's Mr. America.

Chris decides to open up to Des and read some of his poetry, which is sweet.

Bryden is going to let the competitiveness of the men get to him, especially with Ben.

I would love to see Mikey do a cannon ball in the pool while Des and Ben were talking. That would be amazing. Oh and real classy Ben bringing up your kid AGAIN.

If Mikey doesn’t make it to the end (which I don’t think he will) I hope that he is on bachelor pad. 

Zak W. gets the group rose! (Probably for serenading her with his romantic song)

James goes on the next one on one date and it is a pretty serious one. It is crazy to see video damage from hurricane Sandy. I saw the pictures of the shore after the storm but seeing video feels closer to being there.

The couple that Des and James visit are so strong. They really deserved to go on the date in AC and it was so amazing that the Red Cross worked to repair their damaged wedding album.

I think it took a lot of guts for James to admit to cheating on a past girlfriend. It was better for him to come clean with Des instead of hiding it from her or from said ex girlfriend calling Des and spilling the beans on him herself. I think that she did the right thing by giving him the rose for his honesty but I'm sure she now has reservations about James' character.

At the cocktail party Michael surprises me, and instead of getting caught up in the Ben drama, he actually makes a move. Chris puts himself in the "friend zone" but Des pulls him right out of it and kisses him. There are some guys in the room who still have not gotten much screen time this week. I think that they will be out tonight or soon (I’m talking to you Zack K. and Juan Pablo). Bryden is feeling insecure, which is understandable because he didn’t get any one on one time on the group date. That is kinda unfair. But he is acting a little crazy and I almost thought that he was not going to accept the rose from Des.

Eliminated: Brad and Zack K. (who looks extra teary eyed)

Well next week looks promising to be another drama filled 2 hours. Until then!

The Bachelorette Season 9 Episode 3

"It's called the Bachelorette, It’s not called let’s make friends." {Words of wisdom (?) from Ben}

Tonight!! DRAMA!! J I can’t wait, and I know that its horrible of me but yay!

Group date first? That’s cool, glad to see the show mix it up a little bit. This date reminds me of last season when the girls did roller derby. Sticking a bunch of aggressive guys in a gym to play a game of violent dodge ball? That seems like a great idea. And make it a public place! The egos are gonna come out for real. I still wish I knew everyone’s names. I don’t even recognize some people! I’m hoping red team wins because some of my favorites are on that team. It's pretty funny to see the guys walking around in their uniforms. The aggression gets the better of Brooks and just like on the roller derby date, someone gets hurt. I feel bad for him and I think Des felt bad to because she brought everyone to the after party. 

Brad wants to tell Des more about him, and I appreciate his approach of not sending his son out of the limo first and waiting to tell Des about his son. And not using his son as a method to received roses (like some people cough cough Ben) I like Brad, he seems very genuine and he is one of the better “B” named suitors. Chris gets the rose and I’m glad Des gives it to someone new (and not to Ben).

Uh oh a mysterious phone call. Chris Harrison to the rescue. I’m glad to find out that the person who has the girlfriend turns out to be someone who I don’t really know. I like how Des hugs her. So Brian is basically a toolbag and I’m glad he’s gone. 

#Hashtag gets a one on one date? No way. I’m very let down with who Des has been picking to get all the one on one time with her. I guess I’ll start calling #hashtag by his real name. I may have misjudged him, he seems less obnoxious than that first night when he was hashtagging it up. Also this is random but I like Des’s usage of bright neon colors in her wardrobe.

Side note: I feel bad for the person who has to clean all those foot prints off the glass from vandalooping or whatever it’s called.

Everything that could go wrong on Kasey’s date probably went wrong. I think it shows how nice he is by the way he went with the flow.

A second group date? Yee ha! I love Des’s costume, she looks awesome! The guys are definitely funny doing their stunts and everything. I thought Juan Pablo was a real standout because his Spanish did give him an edge that the other guys didn’t have. I was surprised that after the movie, they all came back together for a group party again. Where were the other four guys while Des and Juan Pablo were watching the movie making out? James gets the rose, he reminds me of a big teddy bear. I don't think that he was totally insecure in his relationship with Des, I think he wanted to make sure she saw something with him or else he would consider leaving because of the situation with his dad.

Pool Party! This episode has been refreshing in the little ways the producers are mixing up how things are done. Ben and his sneaky self hijack Des for a car ride as soon as she arrives. Then Mikey and his crew see them come back and get their feathers ruffled and are ready for another rumble. I may not like Ben but I think that his brazenness is helping him further his relationship with Des. Wow Brandon. His talk with Des was a surprise to me. I appreciated how he shared about his mom being a single mom and what he went through but I think 3 weeks is a little soon to be confessing your love. I know everything is sped up on this show but I don't think Des is ready to hear that quite yet.

At the rose ceremony, Des’s blue dress is gorgeous and the guys totally light up when she walks into the room. It's very suspenseful and the cameras get showing a bunch of nervous guy faces as she hands out the roses. Poor Brandon takes the elimination pretty badly. But who wouldn't after confessing their love earlier in the day and then to get sent home? Glad Des didn't keep him around for the wrong reasons though.

Eliminated: Brian {Pre-rose ceremony}, Brandon, Dan

Until next week!

The Voice Top 5 Revealed

So I must admit I have fallen behind on this show (since it does kind of interfere with The Bachelorette now) I am glad that I had a chance to see all the auditions and stuff leading up to the final 6 so now I have a good idea about who the performers are. {I may have missed the first 15 minutes of tonight’s elimination episode so I cannot comment on the first performances that took place}

Michelle Chamuel is safe! Yay J I have really liked her since the beginning. She has such a powerful voice. I caught her singing T. Swift’s “I knew you were trouble” last night on commercial break and she was amazing.

The Oklahoma footage is really heart wrenching. The only part I saw of the Healing in the Heartland special was when Miranda Lambert sang “The House that Built Me” and watching her struggle through that song instantly brought tears to my eyes. 

I would love to be on Adam’s team and have him look so proudly at me the way he looked at Amber.

And America saves Sasha Allen! I like her, she isn’t my favorite but she definitely can sing and I like her fashion style. The Swon Brothers and Holly Tucker perform, they are my predictions for the bottom 2, I think that Blake needs to lose an act because I would be sad if a coach was knocked out.

Danielle is very cute and sweet. I think she has a very good shot at winning this whole thing. And she’s safe! I thought the way they were gonna save people was announce each one of Usher, Shakira, and Adam’s people and leave all 3 of Blake’s for a suspenseful ending. Obviously the producers don’t think the way I do.

I really like Amber and Danielle and think that this duet is a foreshadowing of the top 2. Both deserve a record deal. Amber has such control over her voice and it has a raspy rocker tone to it.

Blake seems really nervous, as Carson is about to read the 4^th person saved. He has a look of constipation. Amber Carrington is safe and Adam rushes up to her, hugs her and shouts over and over again “I love you, I love you”. So jealous right now. I wish was a good enough singer to make it to that point on The Voice just for that moment. I'm kidding, but not.

Honestly I was kind of surprised the Swon Brothers made it this far because the female singers on this show have been so powerful. And they are saved? Oh my goodness. I did not see that coming.

Eliminated: Holly Tucker

If two people are eliminated next week, my predictions are Sasha and the Swon Brothers.

The Bachelorette S9 E2 "Right Reasons"

Fairy tale, unreal. . .just a few words that Des likes to {repeatedly} use on her bachelorette experience. Anywho, can I just say how happy I am to have another brunette bachelorette. I feel like it’s been way to long. And I love Des’s car! It is majorly adorable and reminds me of something Barbie would drive. (Obviously it would be pink for Barbie)

The first one on one date card arrives!! *Drumroll please* It's Brooks. Major disappointment. I want to see some fun people on the one on one dates not just the group dates.

Question: What is up with Des’s footwear? I’m assuming it has something to do with the date, but it looks like she’s getting ready to go wade fishing. {Nothing to do with the date, I guess she just likes wearing tall rain boots in the sun}

First impressions of Brooks, not really a big fan. It was nice of him not to freak out about trying on tuxes and stuff but over all he’s just kind of blah. Sorry dude. Sitting on the Hollywood sign was pretty cool and it would be nice to see it someday. Then they're back in the car moving on to the more romantic part of the date. I can't believe Brooks was acting like such a scaredy cat about the abandoned road and was all nervous to move the barrier to go down the blocked off road. If I were Des, that would be a turn off because I don’t want to be the braver of the two in the relationship. 

The group date is where all the excitement happens and when the men bring out their cattiness. In my opinion, the Bachelorette is more exciting than the Bachelor because I find the guys so much funnier than the women. Women are catty/nasty and the guys are competitive/funny. (Most of the time, I do think that the guys have some of that nasty streak in them)

“Who’s here for the right reasons?” Hmm…Interesting, date card, I guess we shall find out if there are any bad seeds soon enough. And what else would it could the card mean besides having a bunch of white dudes {and Will} rap, this is gonna be awesome! #hashtagman reminds me of Kasey “Guard and Protect Your Heart” and great news #hashtag's real name is Kasey (or is it Casey?) so now I won't forget his name.

Okay so how great is this that they are rapping about past bachelorette contestants. Hahaha Rated P-13! Omg I’m dying and I love these references. Poor Brandon, he’s so nervous and he doesn’t seem cocky at all which surprises me.

Zak W. who I wrote off the first week as a conceited into himself shirtless dude, is actually really sweet. I think he might be a good guy and I loved the antique journal present. That was really cool and I would love to have something like that!

"Don’t squish the butterfly" – Words of wisdom from Brandon

Ben is totally off the cool list, I think that he is only using his son to further his “game” and I honestly think that is all this is to him. He seems like he could pull a Bentley and totally crush Des. Plus he gives totally awkward kisses.

Side note I keep seeing all these people and I’m like who is that! I am having a hard time learning these dudes' names!

Brandon is a surprise, just like Zak W. I think there is definitely potential and he is very thoughtful. I can totally see why he was waay uncomfortable showing off his butt earlier.

So Ben gets the rose, ugh! She fell from Ben’s bologna again. WHY! Well I suppose I probably would get suckered into the whole kid act too. But come on! WHY!

One on one date numero dos: I’m excited for Bryden’s date. He seems like a great guy and he is pretty cute. I wonder if they played any fun road trip games, like I Spy or the alphabet game (If you don’t know what I’m talking about you are missing out on some serious car fun) Also how much time did they actually spend on the road. I want answers! Bryden seems very shy and I think it was nice how Des told him he could kiss her. To me it seemed like he was being respectful.

Cocktail party! Let the emotions come out. So Michael is taking his opportunity to share his story, which is good, and then Ben comes in and interrupts during this serious moment, and I think that Des should have told Ben to wait a second because that was rude. It frustrates me how they have no respect for each other's time! (Oh wait, they all are competing for the same girl) Mikey, Michael, and some random dude all decide it's time to have a second talk with Ben. They take him outside. And just talk. More like get annoyed and attitude-y. But I don't blame Michael. I'd be pissed too. I love how the guys are talking about Ben like the girls from last season were talking about Tierrable. It shows how similar girls and guys are sometimes, except most of the time guys don’t use their words. . .but I think we see more of that later on this season.

The Rose Ceremony was kinda surprising. Des kept calling out all these guys who have gotten like zero screen time and kept someone like Brandon hanging on until the last possible second. And I definitely think Des says One Pablo instead of Juan Pablo and it makes me laugh.

Eliminated: Will, Robert (No!!!!! L), and Nick M.

P.S. How can you feel "really rejected" when you barely spend 5 minutes with the girl?

Love the rap video at the end, but now I have "right reasons, right reasons" stuck in my head. Next week looks like it will be promisingly full of drama and I can't wait. Especially to see who had the girlfriend.

Fall 2013 Lineup

Earlier in May, I was checking websites (ew.com more specifically) to see what shows had been renewed/cancelled and to see what up and coming shows look interesting to me. For some reason, I love the anticipation and the excitement of new tv. Very few of my favorite shows I have started with from the beginning. And some of the shows that I have, my interest is waning. And being a tv addict, I am quite curious to see what the fall holds for my weeknights. Because let's face it, there is not too much excitement going on for summer tv. I am excited for a longer season of Big Brother and my guilty pleasure, Bachelor Pad, will be on in August. But mostly the networks save their "big" named shows for the fall. So here are some shows that I think will be worth giving a try:

Marvel's Agents of S.H.E.I.L.D.

Okay so I was like a year late getting on board with all the Avengers movies (Thor, Iron Man (1, 2, 3) Captain America, and the Avengers) but I am in love!! Those movies are awesome, funny, and full of some good super hero action. From watching the preview of this show it looks more like a movie advertisement but maybe that is because all I know from this series are movies. I'm not sure how it will fare on tv. It seems like it might be similar to the show Heroes which was good for the first 2 seasons and then started to go sour and lost my interest. Here is the preview so you can judge for yourself.

Once Upon a Time in Wonderland

It was not too long ago I was eagerly awaiting the premiere of Once Upon a Time because I was fascinated with the idea of fairy tales and other stories being presented in a new way on tv. Unfortunately I have fallen behind on the second season and now must find a way to catch up. When I heard about this show I was very interested, apparently it will somehow link the two stories together but still stand alone. I think that my sister would be very happy to hear about this show since she loves everything Alice. The preview does look promising. Unfortunately it's on the same night/time as The Vampire Diaries so I'll have to catch up on one the next day.

Trophy Wife

Although I have found some roles Malin Ackerman has played to be quite annoying (27 Dresses to name one) I do find that I like her as an actress. This show looks like a fun comedy that has potential. I hope it sticks around for at least a season. Here's the preview.

Hostages

To add a little drama and sleepless nights to my life why not add a 24-esque show to my weekly watching list. This show looks like it has all the outlines of 24 without Jack Bauer (but never fear he will be back to tv soon!) I think this looks like a show hubby might even like. Perhaps our new Monday night show.

Welcome to the Family

I've been going through some major Desperate Housewives withdrawal since last years series finale. So I am quite happy to see that Carlos is in a new show. I will definitely try to squeeze it into the busy Thursday night lineup.

For a complete look at all the networks fall line ups and links to watch previews for the new shows I didn't post visit here.

The American Baking Competition Episode 1

You might be a redneck if. . . you host a baking competition? Not a likely pairing in my opinion but Jeff Foxworthy is the host of the new show The American Baking Competition; I’m still waiting for the punch line. 

On another note it is probably not a good idea to watch a show about desserts while trying to eat healthier/lose weight.

There seems to be quite an interesting group of contestants. I was a little confused as to how they laid out this episode because I thought I missed all the contestant intros, but they are actually just scattered throughout the show. I think this makes it a lot more difficult to remember who is who. James thinks every girl loves apple pie, I myself am more of a blueberry girl, but apple is in the top 5. Whitney is overly full of herself and thinks that eating all that junk won’t someday catch up to her and make her fat. Brian is someone I wish would just come and clean my house because there would never be a mess with him around.

 Tonight's food theme centers around pies and the judges believe that “soggy bottom” is a big no-no (Pretend someone with a British accent is saying this). So pre bake your piecrust people! (Of course Whitney does not ever do that, but honestly I don’t either)

The contestants keep talking about stress and how that they won't allow it in their kitchen. If I ever competed on a cooking/baking show I would probably dissolve into tears with the first half hour because I do not cope well under that kind of pressure. So props to all the contestants for not shedding any tears - so far.

The first of the 3 challenges is the Signature Bake. Basically the contestants make whatever pie their heart desires to try and impress the judges.

Carlo made an Easter Ricotta Pie – and the judges claim it has soggy bottom! The ultimate fail

James's girl worthy Apple Pie – this one has a “Staggering” bottom. Who knew bottoms were so important to the pie world? 

Whitney's Lemon Meringue – Uh-ohs Whit you've got a soggy bottom! Should have pre baked!

Francine made a bacon, chocolate, peanut butter pie? Sounds like a Paula Deen special. And the judges love it! I might be willing to try it except for my distaste of peanut butter.

Also who is this Paul Hollywood fellow? Apparently, in Francine's words he's the "George Clooney of the cooking world". Well whoever he is, he has beautiful bright blue eyes! And his accent * swoon *

The second challenge is a technical bake and they are making a meat pie (blech). Okay after seeing the example it doesn’t look that bad. I just don’t like dessert words associated with dinner. And it’s very nice of Paul Hollywood to let the contestants use his recipe.

Effie is my kind of girl, I definitely need to be in control too.

So this time they are judging blindly (hmm what does that remind me of? The Taste, anyone?)

For the final challenge of the evening it is the Show Stopping Bake. 36 Sweet tartlets! I would be in agony trying to perfect each and every 36 of my tartlets that I would probably end up like Jeremy and have a mini meltdown. 

So what do the contestants need to do for the judges? "Punch them in the face with flavor!" Oh Whitney, I hope you make it to next week because your one-liners are gold. Francine is also great and I love that she uses a Ziploc bag for piping, I have tried that method and it comes out like crap. I could not go back from my fancy piping bag.

There are some pretty tarts and then some real ugly ones! Paul Hollywood said it right when Carlo’s looked like they were full of tar. The apple blossom one is quite adorable though. And I’m glad to see Elaine pull through because I felt bad after her peach pie pool mishap.

I think that Carlo is a prime candidate for elimination. His desserts have been pretty weak.

Best Baker of the Week: Francine!

Eliminated: Carlo

So I’m still unsure of Jeff’s true role (I mean host obviously, he seems so out of place though), He seems to just wander around, sample things, and deliver the bad news.

Until next week bakers!

The Bachelorette Season 9 Episode 1

So it’s that time again. Bachelor nation get excited! I have been waiting for this moment basically since Chris Harrison announced Desiree Hartsock as our new Bachelorette. And from the previews of what is coming up for this season it looks like it is going to be crazy. 

Usually, I prefer the Bachelorette because I think that the men are a lot more fun to watch and way less catty. But there have definitely been some bad guys on past seasons (Frank, Justin, Bentley. . .to name a few). Sometimes I feel like it’s the producers stirring up drama for better ratings and that’s really unfair. 

The filler clips of Desiree and Chris were the usual recaps and lets reminisce about last season blah blah, the best part was looking at Des’s great clothes. I really love her infinity ring and that pinkish blouse she wore on the beach. 

Side note: Now that Chris Harrison is single do you think that he might try and find love with a previous contestant?

Now comes the time to meet the men. These are my first impressions of who I think are good final four candidates. (And I wonder if Jimmy Kimmel will agree with me)

Standouts:

Drew – He seems really sweet and down to earth

Robert – He owns his own company and is outdoorsy, plus has those baby blues and he sorta reminds me of Jef (Emily’s season)

James – When he started talking to Des he sounded so sincere and kind and I liked what he had to say about loyalty

Ben – How sweet to be so upfront with Des about his son, Brody is so adorable! (As the night is going on I think that talking about your son all the time is not the right way to approach this, it seems like he thinks that Brody got him the rose, that’s bringing your son for the wrong reasons)

These guys should go home ASAP:

The Magician - Magic is creepy and it looks like you’re trying waaaay to hard. (Loved the end commentary from some of the guys about magic and how uncool it is)

Zak W. - So cocky! Ugh I would not want a guy to be so into himself, showing up shirtless? You look like a real tool

Didn’t catch his name but First night room key dude Jonathan: AH! Des was so uncomfortable by this and I think majorly turned off. He was so out of line and I would be surprised if he made it through the night

Kasey: #Ihopeyoudontcontinuebecauseicanttakeyouhashtaggingallthetime

I feel bad for Larry, he was trying to be sweet and he made her rip her dress. And his attempt to make the situation better later seemed to have failed. They just didn’t seem to have ehemistry.

The cocktail party brings out all kinds of craziness. I thought the Zak W. was going to take it all off and glad to see that he didn’t make it that awkward. “Fantasy Suite” man as Larry so hilariously dubbed him, is totally drunk and comparable to 50 shades girl. Thank goodness she sent his butt home. He was totally out of line and definitely creepy.

The Rose ceremony:

Yay she kept all four of my standouts! I have high hopes for Robert, Drew, Ben, and James. Unfortunately Kasey and Zak W. made it through with a rose. We shall see how long #hashtag lasts unless he just keeps all that nonsense to his diary room commentary.

Sent home: Fantasy Suite Guy, Larry, Knight in Shining Armor, Patchwork Suit Shirt Guy, Magician Man, and McDreamy

We shall see what happens in the coming weeks on the most dramatic season of the Bachelorette ever! (My best Chris Harrison impression)