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Wednesday, March 18, 2009

Everyone has been buzzing about the Bachelor! This season was totally a guilty pleasure of mine, and what a shock the season finale was! Now in retrospect I think the Bachelor Jason Mesnick is adorable, grant it he broke Melissa Rycroft’s heart and that was a crappy situation, but I can respect him for being honest with himself and to his 6 week now ex-fiancé Melissa (hello whirlwind romance buzz kill). I’m hoping the fan favorite Jillian Harris, the 29-year-old interior designer will have better luck finding love as the new Bachelorette. My take on the whole situation is how can you really fall in love with someone in about a 9 week period when you are also dating a slew of other girls.  I’m a "one woman man" and don’t think I could handle those last few weeks with the fantasy suites, kissing other girls and lavish dates. I mean who wouldn’t “fall in love” under such cloud nine adventures that are from blurred honeymoon stage emotions. You need some real reality experiences, at least a PMS cycle to see how you both cope through that, LOL.  Well, cheers to love kids and best of luck in finding it! What do you think??

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C. wrote:
1) 3/18/2009 8:00:19 AM
I always thought these games were kind of too emotionally taxing to even watch! I just can't imagine how stressful it is for the people who compete in something like this... I totally couldn't do it! ;)
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Elfluverforever wrote:
2) 3/18/2009 8:07:37 AM
I personally think, that the Bachelor did a horrible thing to Melissa. Instead of jilting her in front of millions, he shouldve set her aside some other day and tell her. THanks to Achella for writing this AH-MAZING blog. see ya later! xoxoxxo LIV
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lovemybabysquid wrote:
3) 3/18/2009 8:36:28 AM
I don't like reality shows. They only want people to act up and in the words of my 5 year old "not be nice". How can anyone do ANYTHING with all of those cameras???
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arnbird wrote:
4) 3/18/2009 8:39:46 AM
Reality shows are a major waste of time. I wonder what kind of emotional damage the contestants get while on one, or afterwards for that matter.
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mrbartthebear wrote:
5) 3/18/2009 8:43:17 AM
I can't understand the whole reality buzz.....Give me a good book any day! What the producers do is dirty and dishonest....how much is really the contestant and how much is the producers?
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kidder wrote:
6) 3/18/2009 8:44:46 AM
I think there was more going on than we know. Melissa had to have known something was up! I am so glad now that he didn't pick Jillian!!
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Real? Show NOT wrote:
7) 3/18/2009 8:48:39 AM
The reason there is a 99% failure rate in this show is the true fact that REALity is no part of it! Everyone everywhere gets along when they are on a tropical vacation, that's why no one wants to return to their REAL life! I say dump the show and make a REALity show that puts ten single men and women on an island not so tropical (but not Survivor style!) Let them at each other and see who ends up with who. Now that is REALity, and worth watching. Success rate of finding one another in less desirable conditions would be more true of ones character.
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Mehadaroha wrote:
8) 3/18/2009 8:50:13 AM
I never watch the Bachelor but I decided to give it a shot since so many of my coworkers watch it and it's typically the topic de jour. I immediately got caught up in all of the drama and did not miss an episode this season. The finale was everything I could have hoped for...I thought Melissa was absolutely adorable! Sitting in our family room with a happy, peaceful feeling I couldn't wait to hear what the last words would be on After the Final Rose. I was so crushed when he dropped Melissa so dispassionately and I was hoping that his second choice would blow him off. It almost looked like she would too but then she got all giddy and happy that he had changed his mind. What a nauseating and disappointing season! I realize that it's difficult to have a real relationship with someone in these conditions but, if he was really conflicted, he should never have proposed in the first place. I don't think I'll be watching The Bachelor again!
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Stina9162 wrote:
9) 3/18/2009 8:51:51 AM
Oh my god I loved the bachelor too! I felt so bad for Melissa but it's nice to see her on Dancing with the Stars because she was my favortie on the show. I wish her the best of luck!
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Snikki1 wrote:
10) 3/18/2009 8:58:59 AM
I love the show because it gives me something interesting (and scandalous) to chat about with my friends!
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jnc wrote:
11) 3/18/2009 9:02:50 AM
I think Jillian will definitely have better luck and a better experience than Jason. She seems very confident and a lot more secure than Jason. I doubt we will see her crying as much as we saw him crying!
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pohto9 wrote:
12) 3/18/2009 9:05:48 AM
While I am definitely guilty of sneaking a peak at the Bachelor, I think it is insane to think that you can find your life long soul mate from an experience that has you cheating on 15 different men or women all at one time. I think it is absolutely crazy that any man and women would fight against so many others for the chance at being chosen. I also agree that you do need some good quality time with a person before you can possibly make a decision that could affect your entire life. Evidently this is true because of the response of this year's bachelor who changed his mind shortly after making a decision on national television. I believe it was also wrong for him to side line her on TV like that after the show and further humiliate her. Just my 2 cents.
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crookdawg wrote:
13) 3/18/2009 9:17:39 AM
I think he did the right thing. Be better down the road for everyone!
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o0mae0o wrote:
14) 3/18/2009 9:19:25 AM
i hate all these reality love shows but i must admit this season's The Bachelor was the most shocking season yet!
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Lisa-Lisa wrote:
15) 3/18/2009 9:21:40 AM
I thought Jason was completely adorable throughout the entire season. I don't watch much television, especially reality TV, but this season's Bachelor had me addicted. After seeing how things ended up, and watching "After the Final Rose," I have to agree with Melissa in saying that he is a ba*tard. While I don't agree that you can be "in love" with two people at one time, I can buy that he had strong feelings for both women and was torn. I also realize that one of rules of the show was that he had to eliminate one of the girls. Fine, I understand that as well. However, if he was still torn when he chose Melissa, he shouldn't have proposed to her. He could have chosen her and told her he wanted to continue the relationship without a proposal. He chose not to give the final rose on an episode a few weeks prior, so obviously the rules can be bent a bit. Finally, I thought it was in extremely bad taste to dump Melissa, and then minutes later ask Molly for another chance. What was Molly thinking?? Needless to say, I'm no longer a Jason fan!
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lms wrote:
16) 3/18/2009 9:27:02 AM
Did he really have to do it on national tv?? Couldn't he have given her the heads up before the show. Glad Melissa is on Dancing with the Stars, she deserves to leave tv on a good note. And she is one of the best dancers, she may win it all ;-)
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vaquita wrote:
17) 3/18/2009 9:35:32 AM
I personally don't really watch the reality shows. They are too overdramatized.
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Nikole wrote:
18) 3/18/2009 9:39:14 AM
I think it's very brave of you to post in favor of this dirtbag. I hope the backlash for ELF products can withstand your support of "The Most Hated Man In America" I will be rethinking another purchase from a company that shows support to lowlifes!! Shame on you!!!
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mrs14 wrote:
19) 3/18/2009 9:57:56 AM
There is NO WAY I could do what those women do. I am WAY too jealous. I have a hard time even getting past exes, much less knowing that my man is out on a date kissing someone else in the SAME DAY as me! I couldn't take it, there is NO possible way I could do it. I admire them, but there is no way I would make it.
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Candy99 wrote:
20) 3/18/2009 10:11:11 AM
I think that love comes in many ways, ways you might not expect! Good luck to them and those in the future. :)
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jetsy26 wrote:
21) 3/18/2009 10:12:46 AM
Sometimes I don't know why they even go through with this show. Most of the time they wind up breaking up. Sometimes they stay together. One couple got married and had a few children which is awesome. But onethe good side, for Bachelor Jason, at least he broke it off before they got married. You can't force true love it has to come naturally. cya!
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BachelorFan wrote:
22) 3/18/2009 9:56:57 AM
I am not saying I agree with what Jason did, and I do feel terrible for Melissa, but come on, he knew her for 6 weeks, and as we all know, a lot of relationships are great for the first 6 weeks, especially when you're dating like royalty. So it didn't work out and everyone is giving him such a hard time for it. That's not fair and it's not our place to judge. Give the kid a break and let the path of love direct it's own course!
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MichelleL81 wrote:
23) 3/18/2009 10:00:48 AM
I was upset at first on the way that Jason took care of the whole situation. It felt to me he wanted to "test drive the car" before he bought it. Well, tests drive don't last 6 weeks then you trade it in. After watching the ending shows, the after the rose shows, etc. I understood a bit more that you have to follow your heart, and regardless on how anger America is that Jason did that to Melissa, he really was just living his life. I don't agree with how he did it, but ultimately, it was his decision.
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siren wrote:
24) 3/18/2009 10:10:38 AM
I wonder why girls keep doing these shows since the relationships dont last. the only one that lasted was when the girl chose. Reality is real life..bills and work and making dinner and kids. Most of life is made of those things. Unfortunately, the mundane usually removes the "bloom" from the rose. What remains is the REAL reality. Sharing a life with someone means sharing mostly mundane, real things....and loving each other all the more for those times spent.
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Lizanne wrote:
25) 3/18/2009 10:10:50 AM
I think that it is terrible, what he did to Melissa! On the other hand I think that it is competely unrealistic to think that you can find love on a TV show that only lasts a couple months. Anyone that is willing to broadcast themseleves to America to "find love" is probably faking it just for the sake of popularity! However, I do like the show, I just think that its not real as far as love goes. I mean, individuals aren't really in real life situations to really fall in love they simply fall in lust, becuase they are taken away from most of life's worries and difficult situations during the show! Once they get out in the real world their lust shines through and they realize they really don't love that person, and that is why almost all of the Bachlor's or Bachlorette's have broken it off shortly after the show! (Sorry, didn't mean to be Debbie Downer:) )
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Nis wrote:
26) 3/18/2009 10:15:47 AM
I thought it was terrible how Jason dumped Melissa. Breaking her heart was bad, but doing it on national television?! Then making out with Molly 10 minutes later?! I do agree, though, that dating so many people at once, it'd be highly unlikely to truly fall in love with one.
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KaTaTack wrote:
27) 3/18/2009 10:16:21 AM
What a dog... After what happened to him, this should have NEVER turned out this way!! I think it's hype by the company that puts on the show and am terribly dissapointed
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cadillac1 wrote:
28) 3/18/2009 10:17:30 AM
so what was he supposed to do? she knew they were broken up when she came back on the show. granted she didn't know it was because he wanted to be with Molly. but all is fair (unfortunately) in love and war. if someone does not want to be with me, i would want to know asap.
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emilyeb210 wrote:
29) 3/18/2009 10:17:30 AM
i've never really liked the bachelor because it just seems like you can't really know if you love someone in such a short period of time and what if none of them are what you're looking for? you still have to go along with the sponsors and the show and pick someone. people get really into it though so it must be entertaining to watch!
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milosmom wrote:
30) 3/18/2009 10:18:18 AM
I don't know who is worse - the guy or the 2nd woman he selected for taking him. They should all be neutered. And shame on ABC for creating the fantasy of love at first sight with luxury. I understand the guy works a minimal job and has a roommate - not quite the lavish lifestyle the women fell in love with!
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MoneNYCATL wrote:
31) 3/18/2009 10:20:06 AM
That is the problem with these types of reality shows, there is nothing "real" about falling in love under those types of parameters. Yes, I give him points for being honest, but it didn't have to happen on national TV.
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Mikki wrote:
32) 3/18/2009 10:21:04 AM
I really don't think that Jason's a great guy. I didn't watch every episode but the ones that I DID see... Well lets just say that he's a ridiculous loser. When he was talking to Melissa it looked like he didnt understand her!!! AHH men... lol
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sjb wrote:
33) 3/18/2009 10:24:12 AM
I was so mad at Jason....melissa is adorable. But, I get it. He has to be true. And melissa is doing great...new boyfriend, dancing with the stars. I live in seattle so am so anxious to see jason and Molly around town. I do hope they live Happily ever after. And I cannot wait to see Jillian on the Bachelorette. She is great and will bring lots of fans to the show. Peace and love.
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tiffsoule wrote:
34) 3/18/2009 10:24:22 AM
Funny blog! I agree about the 'cloud nine,' and with much of what you said. The only thing that I couldn't understand was that he neglected to mention his feelings for molly until they were both sitting in front of national television. If that doesn't say rating blitz, i don't know what does!
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slickcut wrote:
35) 3/18/2009 10:24:28 AM
I think he had a very hard time making up his mind & it was hurtful to Melissa, however it is better than making a mistake & later ending in divorce...So i supposs he made the right decision in the long run...
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Sadi J wrote:
36) 3/18/2009 10:26:04 AM
Things usually work out the way they are supposed to. Melissa's heart was broken but I believe she knew what was coming before the on air confrontation. Jason seems like a nice enuff guy but enough with the crying. I love a sensitive man but SOBBING? Give me a break. I wish him and Molly the best, I hope Melissa does very well on Dancing, and I hope that Jillian finds true love. But the one thing I don't understand is how you can have a 'steamy' night with one person in the "Fantasy Suite" when you know they had a 'steamy' night with someone else the night before .... YUCK! And, note to producers of Bacherlorette: leave the steaming hot tub scenes to a minimum, please. I'm not a prude by any stretch, but leave a little to our imaginations.
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Chitabe wrote:
37) 3/18/2009 10:26:45 AM
He's a guy, he's human- Haven't we all thought that one person was it and then quickly realized we had erred? Ours just isn't pasted all over the media. Let him at least have an opportunity to redeem himself. Molly deserves that.
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euromom wrote:
38) 3/18/2009 10:31:17 AM
I think he dumped Melissa in front of millions just for popularity. What other reasons could he have? He wanted to show off and be all dramatic. Crying and acting like he is so sorry...what a men.
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Jeanne R wrote:
39) 3/18/2009 10:35:48 AM
I think the shows kinda stupid anyway. Why would anyone want to "choose" from a group of girls to find the one they want to stay with. He's cute & rich enough to find someone on his own. Just another way to break people's heart.
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amanda88 wrote:
40) 3/18/2009 11:36:16 AM
I loved her!! She's got a great sense of style and bubbly personality! She'll do great... now if we could just figure out where she gets all of her amazing clothes from!
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Mz. Hershey wrote:
41) 3/18/2009 11:39:27 AM
She will definitely find love, and if not love she will definitely find fame! Money and Men... woo!!
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nancia701 wrote:
42) 3/18/2009 11:42:22 AM
ugh I didn't think he was adorable at all after breaking Melissa's heart after 6 weeks after the engagement and in front of all these people too!
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PunkyB wrote:
43) 3/18/2009 10:43:06 AM
I couldn't agree more, the situation on the bachelor show is completely staged. Shows like that were created for our entertainment and nothing more. We shouldn't expect those kinds of relationships to last because they can't possibly be real. Of course everyone is going to act like a perfect person when an entire team of camera teams is following their every move and exposing it to a national audience, but true love the kind of love that lasts in marriages is the kind that loves both your strenghts and your faults, how could anyone possibly acheive that in a reality television setting? As for Jason Mesnick... i think what he did was okay because of the show's faults however the way that he did it was disgraceful, blindsiding that poor girl like that was something that he did only for the television ratings.
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laxmorena wrote:
44) 3/18/2009 10:43:08 AM
The season finale was such a shocker!
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beautycrazy wrote:
45) 3/18/2009 10:45:48 AM
i love watching reality shows but i don't agree with the idea people looking for "true love" on live television. obviously they wont find true love-okay they have a chance to actually find someone-because everyone can us the opportunity to be seen on t.v. and maybe get discovered or something.
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nat3547 wrote:
46) 3/18/2009 10:51:21 AM
I loved this season. I usually don't watch.
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disgusted wrote:
47) 3/18/2009 10:51:23 AM
I think Jason was a whiney crybaby who stuck his tongue down wayyyy tooo many throats and led on a lot of girls. And who's fooling who? This relationship will end all to soon as well.
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SoSad wrote:
48) 3/18/2009 10:52:25 AM
So after watching the bachelor this season it really sucked to know such a great guy could hurt such a great girl like Melissa. However after hearing the numerous interviews that Jason and Molly did and you really got to see how much they care for each other I guess I started to forgive Jason. As much as it sucks how much he hurt Melissa, at the end of the day this is his life and if he is not happy with it then what's the point. I wish they didn't have to do it on national television, but hey I guess that's politics with putting yourself on t.v. to begin with huh?
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LauraJean wrote:
49) 3/18/2009 10:56:12 AM
I think he should have acted like a gentlemen and not told her on air. No wonder why he was is single! and his x left him.
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Tigger1 wrote:
50) 3/18/2009 10:56:18 AM
I think that it was rude and embarassing on his part to do that to Melissa. She is a beautiful person inside and out and he should have just told her in privacy, just like all the other Bachlor shows. I've been watching Dancing with Stars and I think that Melissa has bounce back. She is so amazing on the show and I hope he realized what he lost.
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meggers wrote:
51) 3/18/2009 10:58:15 AM
i completely agree. im really happy that he made the decision. Although, i know that there has been some speculation about whether or not ABC told him to do that, which would make me mad if it were true.
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Holly Tamale wrote:
52) 3/18/2009 10:59:55 AM
Oh please. He is a phony as my eyelashes.
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Midnite wrote:
53) 3/18/2009 11:00:50 AM
While I think the forced intimacy created by the enviroment on shows like "The Bachelor" lets you think you are in love, the real test comes in the months following the big "reveal". How they handle the day to day workings of life with each other. That's why you can count the number of successful relationships begun by these shows on one hand.
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Katie G wrote:
54) 3/18/2009 11:00:55 AM
I totally agree that it was great that he was honest, but seriously? Dumping her on national TV? Now there's all sorts of controversy about whether or not it was in his contract that he had to do it and that's also saying that he might be lying about it...I'm just not sure what to think about him anymore! I do wish Jillian the best of luck though! So far the only relationship formed on the show that actually worked out was Trista and Ryan...there just might be something about letting a woman choose...lol
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nycgirl wrote:
55) 3/18/2009 11:02:20 AM
I agree that the show seems to create "love" out of highly contrived situations - it is no wonder that most of these matches made in tv heaven don't last long...
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msc25 wrote:
56) 3/18/2009 11:08:25 AM
I'm so happy for Melissa now that she Is on DWTS. She's doing an great job and hope she keeps up the awesome work! As for Jillian, I hope she finds her Prince Charming on the Bachelorette. She deserves someone as special as she Is!
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TV84 wrote:
57) 3/18/2009 11:09:10 AM
Well, my though it is was scripted to have interest in the next bachelorette season, the show wasnt doing do well. But I dont see how one cal so easily fall for someone under those conditions. Knowing he is snuggled up to another woman while you are building what you hope is a forever bond... EEEEK. I think Melissa got the good end of the deal!
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Candi* wrote:
58) 3/18/2009 11:10:48 AM
When Jason stood on that balcony crying after Molly left he should've known he didn't really want to be with Melissa, whether it was love or lust he still should've known. I loved Jillian and Hopefully she gets it right the FIRST time. xD
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Bridgette2009 wrote:
59) 3/18/2009 11:13:26 AM
It's my birthday today! Woooo! See, my first impression after the bachelor broke her heart was "WOW. He's so mean!" But then I watched his elaboration on it. She had every right to be so upset, but I'm glad he had some good reasons about where he was coming from. I really think the Bachelor/Bachelorette shows are sad though. Because these men and women think they've found something great, just because they know they have to compete for it, but it usually ends up falling apart sooner or later. :-/
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lawchick09 wrote:
60) 3/18/2009 11:14:53 AM
Yes, The finale was a total shocker! I didnt get to catch every episode, but was on the edge of my seat for the finale! I am also glad that Jason was honest with Melissa and himself even though the results were shocking!
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Speed Engagement wrote:
61) 3/18/2009 11:21:21 AM
Although I love the Bachelor shows, and Jason was by far my favorite bachelor, I don't know that it's possible to fall in love in such a short period of time. I think the idea of love is there and there is a strong physical connection (lust if you will). I think as the show goes on there becomes this feeling of desperation to be "the one" or to fine "the one" and you can lose sight of the end result. Watching Jason cry when he sent Molly home on the finale told me right then that he was making the wrong decision with Melissa. Good luck to them both and I am looking forward to watching Jillian find "love" as the next Bachelorette.
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JoPo wrote:
62) 3/18/2009 11:21:45 AM
I disagree with the premise of the show as well. That type environment is not conducive to a successful relationship in my mind. In real life, how many people do you know that stay with someone that is dating 10 girls at once blatantly and not being discriminatory about the amount of affection that they are showing to these girls? Not many right?
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logmol wrote:
63) 3/18/2009 11:33:16 AM
Part of me want to play it up to "ratings". And you have to really wonder how lasting this entire arrangements can be. But, being a parent, I have to respect the fact that it is not just what is best for him but what is also best for his son. He is a cute one but I still think this show takes the seriousness of dating and makes a mockery of it.
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kaytiemarie wrote:
64) 3/18/2009 11:34:34 AM
I don't agree with the way things were done, but I do believe some things were staged to some degree. Oh well, I'll still be watching next season! haha!
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Shaun wrote:
65) 3/18/2009 11:27:39 AM
I loved this season... and I both loved and hated the finale. My heart broke for Melissa and I thought Jason was a scum for breaking up with her on television. That had to be completely embarrassing. But, I applaud him for following his heart. He has had a broken heart twice and he has to watch out for himself and Ty. I am so excited to see Jillian in the Bachelorette. I liked her from the first BBQ and her hot dog theory. Good luck to her!
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XxDelicatexX wrote:
66) 3/18/2009 11:35:50 AM
I don't appreciate that Melissa put a few good weeks of her life on natioanl television just to get trampled on. LAME. Of couse he's cute, but aren't all cute men indecisive? Esh. I'm sure it's scripted though and it REALLY helped the ratings. The fact that I'm sitting here commenting on a blog about it, says that the magnitude of it was pretty grand. Of course I'll watch the Bachelorette too =/
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think.caroline wrote:
67) 3/18/2009 11:55:45 AM
OMG he's soooo cute! I've always had a crush on him since he was on the Bachelorette. I hope he finds good love soon!
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auntkimmy wrote:
68) 3/18/2009 11:56:13 AM
Breaking up with Melissa wasn't such a big deal, but saving it for national TV was a bit too much. But that's what makes good television, I guess!
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harlem wrote:
69) 3/18/2009 11:59:35 AM
but it's awful how fickle he is -- i went online afterwards and found out how many bachelors actually stayed with their "fiances" -- only 3. And how many seasons has it been on? AND this guy's been married before! I want to know what happened to his first wife, because honestly, he just sounds like a sleaze.
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raincars wrote:
70) 3/18/2009 12:00:29 PM
i think she will find the one =] she was really nice & i thought she was perfect for jason!
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Carissa wrote:
71) 3/18/2009 12:03:29 PM
I think Jillian will do GREAT- she seems very down to earth and ready for a relationship. Hopefully the ending of the Bachelorette turns out better than it did with Jason!
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Rachel L wrote:
72) 3/18/2009 12:05:25 PM
I think Jason did the right thing in breaking up the engagement, due to his feelings. HOWEVER, I think he could have at least told Melissa in private first, out of respect for her. Breaking up with your fiance on national television is NOT being respectful towards her feelings.
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fresia wrote:
73) 3/18/2009 12:08:29 PM
I personally think this show is just a show, I mean I don't feel it's 100% true, I wouldn't fight with 20 girls to get 1 guy... plus I still don't think their relationship will last any longer. They will be breaking up sooner or later, but I think Bachelor Jason is a big J*** for dumping Rycroft on the show. He should do it privately but instead bringing this to the public and again it's just another show.
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ashleyarsenic wrote:
74) 3/18/2009 12:16:05 PM
eek!!! how fun! (ashleydcraftyb)(at)(gmail)(dot)(com)
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coffeegirl wrote:
75) 3/18/2009 12:17:26 PM
Forever is a long time and although Melissa is a great girl, Jason shouldn't marry her if he doesn't think it's forever. Let's face it people...it's a TV show. The drama is why you watch it! Looking forward to Jillian, she's a real doll!
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EATMARZAN wrote:
76) 3/18/2009 12:20:49 PM
When I first heard this, I thought they were just doing it for TV.
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fairyz wrote:
77) 3/18/2009 12:32:44 PM
Im happy Jason found true love.. he finally deserves it :)
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Ggsmom07 wrote:
78) 3/18/2009 12:34:41 PM
I dont understand how you can give someone the promise of a lifetime together after only knowing them for such a short time. I hope Melissa does her own show!! I love her!
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mimi_p wrote:
79) 3/18/2009 12:39:37 PM
I agree, I couldn't put up with seeing my guy with all of these other women. I thought Jason did a great job asking lots of questions and trying to really get to know each of them. I can understand the mistake of picking the wrong woman and the network's right to make it public to dump her. But I CANNOT condone his decision to pick up with Melissa 30 minutes later again on TV. That could have been handled privately; he went to her home for goodness sakes! THAT action was tacky and insensitive. On the other hand, I liked Jillian and am now glad that she didn't end up with Jason. Lots of luck to her!
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mimi_p wrote:
80) 3/18/2009 12:39:50 PM
I agree, I couldn't put up with seeing my guy with all of these other women. I thought Jason did a great job asking lots of questions and trying to really get to know each of them. I can understand the mistake of picking the wrong woman and the network's right to make it public to dump her. But I CANNOT condone his decision to pick up with Melissa 30 minutes later again on TV. That could have been handled privately; he went to her home for goodness sakes! THAT action was tacky and insensitive. On the other hand, I liked Jillian and am now glad that she didn't end up with Jason. Lots of luck to her!
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lisamichelle wrote:
81) 3/18/2009 12:40:39 PM
I haven't really watched The Bachelor, but I think it's kind of a ridiculous concept that you're supposed to find love in such a short, intense time period.
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rochele wrote:
82) 3/18/2009 12:51:50 PM
I to was totally addicted to the Bachelor this season, wanting him to find true love. I am happy he changed his mind sooner then later. If Jason could have only been honest with Melissa and told her that the break up was about Molly I think it would have not been as devastating. But knowing Melissa has moved on makes me feel better...go girl (on dancing with the stars).
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sunshine93041 wrote:
83) 3/18/2009 1:03:16 PM
I was extremely disappointed in this season's BACHELOR and I disagree with the fact that Jason did the right thing by dumping Melissa then choosing Molly. If you listen and read the interviews, Melissa was very upfront by asking Jason if he was talking to Molly. He denied have any conversation with Molly, denied that APB was moving up the AFTER THE ROSE show early, denied that there was anything going on.. She didn't want to be blind-sided or ambushed. Well guess what Achelle, SHE WAS AMBUSHED! He even knew along with the ABC Producers that he would be breaking Melissa's heart on National TV. And, I felt sorry for Jason for getting down on one knew to propose to Deanna to then be turned down!!! Jason didn't even have the balls to fly to Texas and tell Melissa in person that he made a mistake by choosing her. Anyone who believes that Molly & Jason weren't secretly talking behind Melissa's back must be living under a rock. After what Jason has done to Melissa, including embarassing her on national tv, he is no longer adorable or a sweetheart. What goes around, comes around. He's the biggest loser there is and an awful role model for his son Ty. What a snake!!!!
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Xan wrote:
84) 3/18/2009 1:05:34 PM
Has anyone else wondered about their casting choices? its not reality, its staged reality. they cast the most vapid, vicious women who seem so desperate for attention they're willing to do just about anything. and the men they've had on that show? not much better. also, as a side note, has anyone else noticed that theyre all caucasian?
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cardlover1 wrote:
85) 3/18/2009 1:09:47 PM
I too indulge in the guilty pleasure of enjoying "The Bachelor" and was really taken with Jason when he was on "The Bachelorette" and was crushed when he wasn't chosen. Melissa was my favorite from the beginning. However, I did worry about the similarities between her and Diana and also his ex-wife in terms of appearance, etc. I was afraid that he was going for a look or a type, but after he proposed, they seemed genuinely joyful. I do admire his honesty, but since he was so clearly torn when he had to send Molly home, perhaps a proposal was premature. I think officially breaking up with Melissa on nationwide TV was a crappy thing to do, even if she was pretty much aware that the relationship was over. But I know that's the nature of the show. I wish all the parties well and am happy to Melissa doing so well on "Dancing With The Stars" and hope she finds someone deserving of her.
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erick1sj wrote:
86) 3/18/2009 1:15:05 PM
I think it is good that Jason followed his heart and was honest with Melissa. Obviously, having to talk to her about it on national television is quite harsh, but most of their romance had been televised as well. I wish Melissa, Molly and Jason the best and I'm looking forward to watching Jillian find true love on the next season of the Bachelorette.
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Linzi wrote:
87) 3/18/2009 1:15:07 PM
You know, after getting *his* heart broken in a very public way, I wonder how Jason could do it to Melissa. I guess he had a short memory-span. I was so angry that I felt sorry for the guy, and then he shares the heartbreak on tv?! Anyhow, I think the whole thing is pretty much "manufactured." Like Achelle said, who wouldn't fall in love under those circumstances?! Reality tv is anything but real.
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semegoby wrote:
88) 3/18/2009 1:16:48 PM
The only thing nice I have to say about Jason and Molly is that...I hope that Dancing With The Stars was their favorite show and having Melissa on it ruined the show for them....FOREVER!
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Lady.Nyx wrote:
89) 3/18/2009 1:17:29 PM
it's all showbiz. either way they do it, the networks are going to stir in some drama to pump up the ratings. that's one of the reasons i don't watch these reality shows- it's too fake.
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KimFran wrote:
90) 3/18/2009 1:28:57 PM
I lost a lot of respect for Jason. That nice guy image that I had of him is gone. He should have never brought Melissa on national television to tell her that things were "different" and then immediately after try wooing Molly. That was so insensitive. He lied to Melissa telling her that it wasn't Molly when all along it had been. He should have been up front and honest with her.
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lovely tina wrote:
91) 3/18/2009 1:38:57 PM
it would be eally good time buzzing with bachelor
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alexis wrote:
92) 3/18/2009 1:51:16 PM
I have to admit that although, Jason felt he was doing a good thing by telling Melissa how he was feeling, I just felt it was not the right thing. I mean, I had to agree more with Melissa when she told him that they should work it out. I feel if things may not have changed after another 6 weeks, that would have been different. But you have to at least try to save the relationship. Maybe now she is better off without him. She did make it to Dancing With the Stars =D
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pinksoccergirl09 wrote:
93) 3/18/2009 1:52:54 PM
what a shocker
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cm_xeverandevero wrote:
94) 3/18/2009 2:08:00 PM
I feel so bad for Melissa! I really hope she does well on Dancing with the Stars because she deserves it!
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herblady wrote:
95) 3/18/2009 2:09:19 PM
I personally believe that anyone who puts their private life on public display has got to suffer the consequences. The more drama, the higher the ratings. It wouldn't surprise me if they were all paid to play a part and the outcome predetermined. How else would they draw an audience? Think about it. Would you put your romance on display without adequate compensation?
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Pinkpony12605 wrote:
96) 3/18/2009 2:13:05 PM
I loved the show but am even happier to see Melissa on Dancing With the Stars..though she really isn't one!! She is doing awesome and I'm rooting for her to go far in the competition..
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Sugarbear wrote:
97) 3/18/2009 2:13:55 PM
I can't believe Jason would dump his fiance after what DeAnna Papas did to him. Does anyone else see a pattern here? Are these reality stars being pushed by the show's producers to create even more drama?
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silverangel83 wrote:
98) 3/18/2009 2:14:20 PM
I don't support reality tv.
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Lopez wrote:
99) 3/18/2009 2:17:33 PM
I agree ,One woman man also to look back at all the girls he has kissed is forever recorded eww! LOL PMS I agree 100 %
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desperatehousewife wrote:
100) 3/18/2009 3:12:44 PM
The situation is unfortunate, but that's the chance you take going on National TV to find love...
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stampermom wrote:
101) 3/18/2009 3:14:00 PM
This was my favorite Bachelor Season until the end. Jason had to do what he felt was right for him for a partner for life but I think the way it was handled showed a lack of respect for Melissa. Fortunately for Melissa she has had many blessings since the show and seems to be very happy.
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lyda wrote:
102) 3/18/2009 3:25:59 PM
total escapist drivel - who could 'fall in love' w/games and back stabbing going on? sort of like bobbing for apples.
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lamb wrote:
103) 3/18/2009 3:33:17 PM
I am sorry, but I have NO respect for Jason! I think maybe this all went to his head and he really thinks he is God's gift to women. I would not want my daughters to even consider dating him, much less marrying him. Melissa (and definitely her parents) can thank their lucky stars their precious child is no longer connected to that narcisstic personality. I really don't know if I will EVER watch that show again.
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irysheyes wrote:
104) 3/18/2009 3:45:35 PM
You know we are all human!!! At least Jason went with his heart in the end to choose the love of his life. Haven't you all done that sometime in your romantic history? The letdown to the other person is horrible but knowing you're with the right person makes it all right!!!!
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boscoxmyolie wrote:
105) 3/18/2009 4:05:06 PM
I was so angry at Jason for breaking Melissa's heart. I watch the finale and when he propose I cried; tears of joy; and when the After The Final Rose came on I cried again but not from joy. I think what he did was wrong but made the right choice. It would be better to break it off with that person before you are married than when you are married. Now to Jillian, I love her. She is so funny and nice and a sweet person. I hope she really do find love:)
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scnana wrote:
106) 3/18/2009 4:10:02 PM
I am all for Jason's decision to end his relationship with Melissa when he did. If there just wasn't any chemistry and he could see that it was not going to be "the one" then cudo's to him for having the heart to end it and get on with his life. It had to be very difficult and then to do it on national tv! Be happy Jason!!!
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Bachelor wrote:
107) 3/18/2009 4:27:43 PM
So SAD!!! I love, love, love, both of the girls. I honestly think it was set up.
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rocker gurrrrrl. wrote:
108) 3/18/2009 6:03:53 PM
I can not believe he broke melissa's heart! he is so cruel, i think he's doing it because if he got married the show would be over and he wounldn't make any more money. I don't know if I can watch it any more, and his poor son learning that stuff like the is ok, what a bad role model.
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Linzjfig wrote:
109) 3/18/2009 6:47:22 PM
I LOVED the bachelor this season and i am soooo glad Melissa is on dancing with the stars!
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Scowt23 wrote:
110) 3/18/2009 7:12:35 PM
I just hope that she has better luck. I would hate to see something similar happen to her. But I know everyon liked her, but I guess that was the same thing with Jason. No one likes him now!
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dcas wrote:
111) 3/18/2009 4:28:38 PM
I think it would be hard to fall in love so quickly also. But I do believe it could happen if thats the type of person someone is. I also feel that after the show is said and done its hard to keep the romance going at such a fast pace because theres no romantic dates and cameras. I hope Jillian does find someone but not Jason's way. I also feel Melissa is making a comeback and a name for her self. You go girl!
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BachelorFan2 wrote:
112) 3/18/2009 4:36:35 PM
I can see your side to the story.. but honestly, I think the way he broke it off w/ Melissa, was pretty low. He didn't fight hard enough to make it work, and it makes me wonder how he is going to deal when he and Molly reach a low point in their lives.. it happens to everyone, doesn't it? How we deal w/ our problems really determines how successful our relationships are going to be. If you can't problem solve issues, you're going to have a bumpy road, and in Jason's position, that's when you need to fight (not just give up). I feel that Molly deserves a man that is a go getter and is determined. I feel that she might find herself being the backbone of the relationship. That episode after the final really looked bad for Jason.. poor guy! If I was a bachelorette, one of the first questions I'd be asking is, "So, what are you like when you get mad?" ..on the Bachelor, there is no time for fights- one wrong subject can send you home. And wouldn't it be nice if real life where all about going on helicopter dates, 5 star spa's, and romantic getaways all the time? You're right- it may be easier to fall in love with these circumstances- but welcome to real life! I agree- The Bachelor really got me glued this season, and I hardly watch tv! I feel like I have so much to say to those characters, it's hard to keep it all in! Thanks for the blog and letting me vent a little on the subject! :)
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Beccasmom wrote:
113) 3/18/2009 5:54:01 PM
I loved Jason. He was honest to himself and to the lovely ladies on the show. I was sorry that my favoriate was not in the top 3 (Stephanie). She was awesome and never seem to be drawn in to the "cat fights" in the house. She was ever the lady. My pick for Jason was Melissa however in retrospect I think that his change of heart was another mark of a true man. I do feel sorry for Melissa however the chemistry that was there on the show did seem to have disipated after the shows completion. I hope that Jason and Ty are happy with the new and budding relationship.
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Lust not Love wrote:
114) 3/18/2009 6:24:44 PM
I have to totally agree that is next to impossible to fall in love within 6-9 weeks. On top of that, you add 24 other women to start, how can you really tell. While it may have been easier for those of watching to see that Jason was more in love with Molly than Melissa, its not easy when you're in the situation. It takes time to grow and nurture a relationship, which are hard enough without added pressure of cameras, other girl drama, and the ideal world without a job, family, or schedule to deal with!
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Lsaku001 wrote:
115) 3/18/2009 7:34:44 PM
I was so excited when I found out Jason was going to be the new Bachelor, I watched him get dumped by Dianna last season. Although I do not agree with the way Jason broke up with Melissa (on National TV) and then kissed Molly right after his ex-fiance walked off stage; I do commend him for his honesty and bravery to face his true feelings openly with all of America watching. I personally feel that under those kind of circumstances the show creates "love" with all of the competition and fantasy dates. When there is competition of course individuals will feel they "want" or "need" the person being fought over. When you have "alone" time on these dates how can you not THINK you're in love when you're on a fairytale date with a person so many people are fighting for. I feel like people are so different off camera once real life starts, I commend Jason for being truthful in admitting that fairytale love doesn't always last when the cameras go out; that when you are faced with real life challenges it is going to take more than that weak bond formed over french kisses on a fantasy date to really make a relationship last. Love is built with time and dedication not competition and champagne.
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Peggysue wrote:
116) 3/18/2009 7:43:35 PM
I thought that Jillian was so adorable and a very smart woman.One that wanted to first be his friend, then go from their....I hope she does find her best friend,then go from that point to a great relationship. She will be great on the show!!!!
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heart4him wrote:
117) 3/18/2009 7:46:15 PM
I agree whole-heartedly, in how can you find true love when reality is hidden by wine and dream dates and so much positivtiy (justification in wanting something so bad)? I really think they should have challenges on the bachelor like other reality shows such as balancing a check book together or put in awkward situations and having to figure them out, like putting together a tent. It would be interesting to see if they can really fall in love in 9 weeks when having to deal with frustrations as well as romantic situations. I personally thought Jillian would be the best spouse in all the choices, but oh well!
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DLR wrote:
118) 3/18/2009 10:09:13 PM
I Have no respect for Jason. He knew the days he chose melissa that he really wanted Molly when Molly left. But still he broke Melissa's heart. But good for Melissa with her new man to support her and dancing with the stars. She is a great person and I for one am voting for her on dancing with the stars. As for jillian she will find love, she is a sweet person and i think can find love in 9 weeks because she is honest with herself.
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MIMI BAYBE wrote:
119) 3/18/2009 11:36:47 PM
I think that it was soo embarrassing for him to break up with her on tv, that poor gurl!!!
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candygirl1030 wrote:
120) 3/19/2009 8:56:42 AM
I totally agree! as easy it is to hate Jason since I'm a big Melissa Fan- it was better for him to be honest early on instead of pretending for the sake of it and it will end up in her heart broken in the end anyway. I think he could have done it in a more private way though instead of letting the whole world in on it too which blew the whole situation up to another level for all parties involved and not to mention- humiliating Melissa which was uncalled for. But when one door closes- another one opens- and Melissa will be at the top of her game on DWTS if we keep voting. :)
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dancingflamingoscu wrote:
121) 3/19/2009 10:42:38 AM
I hope Jillian will find someone, and, you are totally correct, who can "fall in love" under those conditions??? They need a reality period of at least a month to 6 weeks of 'real life' away from cameras, etc. and include the PMS cycle for BOTH of them to see if what connection they think they have is real, before 'THE FINAL ROSE'.....They are put under too much pressure to make a hasty decision. I think the producers of the BACHELOR/BACHELORETTE show must be a bunch of pervs!!!! What do you think???
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megan372 wrote:
122) 3/19/2009 11:08:02 AM
I haven't watched the Bachelor for a couple years but I got into this season when I realized there was nothing better to watch on Monday nights. I was so shocked at the end of this season... but I still believe that there is no way these people can be soooo heartbroken after knowing someone for only 6 weeks... like get real. They live in a fantasy life for all of that time and don't even get to test the waters as a real couple in the real world. Oh well... it was definitely entertaining regardless.
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missguadygirll wrote:
123) 3/19/2009 12:05:51 PM
i think it was realy crappy for him to do that, did he not know that he did not have feeling fir her when he picked her?
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Hpink wrote:
124) 3/19/2009 1:07:00 PM
I think that Melissa is sooo great! And yes he did break her heart but HELLO!?! Its all a tv show...would anyone actually watch it without all the drama?? Haha I like that he was honest and im sure with women all over him he was kind of fogged-brained but i know that Melissa will find someone so great! she is beautiful and talented as well :)
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Nicki in vabch wrote:
125) 3/19/2009 1:59:17 PM
I myself couldn't do something like this,but for those people who can...hats off to ya! The things we do love....haha!
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megohh! wrote:
126) 3/19/2009 7:38:08 PM
what kind of loser calls off an engagement on tv to get back together with the girl he already broke up with on tv?
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crzygrl21 wrote:
127) 3/20/2009 3:49:16 AM
I am totally addicted to the show I mean since it first started. I have been saying since season 3 that I was gonna stop watching because well they never stay together and there is no way you can have a full blown relationship based on 2 to 4 dates!!! I would never put myself in that position but more power to these people. But I am hoping that Jillian does find love and it lasts. Hopefully!!!
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ZonBonbon wrote:
128) 3/20/2009 10:37:48 AM
Awesome blog!
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mekaboo wrote:
129) 3/20/2009 11:41:12 AM
I totally agree, I just dont think that real feelings can be manufactured in that short of time in front of television cameras, its just not real
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makeupmaven 49 wrote:
130) 3/20/2009 9:30:16 PM
love the show and the hot guys.......more elf please never wear anything else got all my friends trying it too
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MooreGirlyMom wrote:
131) 3/21/2009 1:57:52 PM
I totally agree, who wouldn't fall in love like that? I have to admit that I too am a bachelor junkie and I don't really even know why. I think it's such a oke and the last few weeks just breaks my heart know ing that somebody is going to be dumped. I think Jason has shown himself to be unrespectable in my opinion. Maybe he did need to break it off with Melissa but not in that way and not asking Molly out that same night - OUCH!
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blondegirl wrote:
132) 3/24/2009 8:36:39 AM
Oh, I am like you and LOVE the Bachelor. I also wish that I was lucky enough to have fallen in under those conditions! I have been married for 4 years now and given birth to a child....and I am STILL waiting to go on a "fantasy date" like that! Ha!
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