Oh, Kaitlyn. What did you do? Don’t you know it’s against every rule in Bachelor history to bring an “outsider” into the mix once the season is well underway? Nobody is going to like it. Well, Nick will like it. But you’ll hate yourself and question your decision over and over and the guys will wonder why they’re not enough for you. Shouldn’t you just KNOW that your husband is there already? And if Nick is capable of making you confused with like a strange glance and some quick kissing within minutes of getting you alone, are you REALLY ready to settle down and be The Bachelorette? Should you be out there dating others without trying to marry them? OH, KAITLYN. This does not make me happy.
From Andi’s season, we are supposed to dislike Nick. He seemed shifty and was not to be trusted after he announced at the live finale that they had “made love” in the fantasy suite and he was confused about why she would then choose someone else. I mean, he has a point, but nobody is actually supposed to vocalize this stuff! So if Kaitlyn knows this about him, why is she willing to take Andi’s sloppy seconds? Also, his little smile creeps me out for some reason. Maybe the adjective I’m looking for here is “smarmy.” Urban Dictionary defines “smarmy” as the following: “A certain attitude often accompanied by a squinty look and a superior smile that makes you instantly hate a person. Similar to snobby.” Do you agree? Maybe it’s his creepy resemblance to Spencer Pratt.
I mean, we can talk about the actual dates this week, but aren’t we all thinking about Nick? And Kaitlyn’s mistake, I mean decision, to keep him around? He’s bad news. I already know it.
One other mistake – why didn’t she kick out JJ with his ridiculous buddy Clint? And did anyone else think that post-JJ turning on Clint, which forced them to have a very intimate face to face confrontation by the entryway of the mansion – that they were going to kiss? Do guys fight like this? Nose to nose and cursing at each other? Could that argument be staged? I just can’t understand the intense bond these two formed, but clearly JJ is far more affected by Clint’s departure and how it all went down than he will ever be by Kaitlyn.
I find the new format of the show somewhat difficult to follow as I can never remember where we left off and need a few minutes to re-acclimate myself to the drama. Then the show cuts off each week at the EXACT moment you think you’re getting closure. Let’s go right into some additional important thoughts about tonight:
- If Ben H (adorable Denver Ben) is not chosen by Kaitlyn, he needs to be the next Bachelor. He is not only the best looking of the bunch, he just screams “sincere, good dude.” I like him. In fact, I’m already getting excited for his season because this season seems to be going nowhere fast. It’s a hot mess at the moment.
- Did we miss the intro where we learn about Kaitlyn and her background? Do we know why she’s so into rap? Or theater / singing? Is that part of her life back home? All of her dates have an “entertainment” theme to them. Teach me how to Dougie. Hearing some of these non-rappers put forth the effort was somewhat entertaining.
- Ashley S (crazy Ashley from Chris Soules season) still has that maniacal look in her eye. She does say the wisest thing she’s ever said in Bachelor history by calling Kaitlyn’s interest in Nick “lust.” Maybe she’s not so crazy after all.
- I felt really bad for Jared at the Met date. It seems pretty unfair of Kaitlyn to raise the whole Nick factor to take the temperature of the rest of the guys about her decision. She plays it off that she wants to know how Jared is feeling about it, but it’s obvious she’s wondering who will walk away from the process because of this little snafu. Plus Jared’s eyeball is still messed up from the boxing date.
- The Aladdin date would have been a LOT cooler if the Dentist and Kaitlyn actually sang on stage. Wasn’t that point of making the guys audition for a singing role? I kept waiting for the two of them to have a speaking role, but I guess it wasn’t fair to the people spending good money to watch the show. The Dentist is smiling ear to ear that he’s Aladdin for the day. The surprise trip to the New Year’s Eve ball is pretty cool.
- Will Britt be the one with the happy ending over Kaitlyn? Certainly seems that way. She’s all lit up!
- Does anyone else think that if a goat came knocking at Kaitlyn’s hotel door and mentioned that it had interest in Kaitlyn that she would a) make out with the goat and b) allow the goat to join the process?
Curious as to what your thoughts are on Nick coming back, tonight’s dates and who your favorites are. One last thought about Nick. I mean, yes, it’s Kaitlyn’s journey. And if I was one of her current guys, I’d have to ask myself – would I want Kaitlyn to be with me and have the slightest inkling of doubt because she didn’t get to explore a relationship with someone? Obviously not. It just stings that she doesn’t know at this point that her connections are way stronger than with Nick. Her decision to keep Nick is selfish, but isn’t the whole concept of being The Bachelorette and shouldn’t she see a potential crush all the way through? I’m both curious and annoyed at Smarmy Nick.
The Husband believes he’s caught a head cold, so I’m taking care to stay away from him. He did manage to watch the full episode with me. Such a sacrificer, that guy! Now I’m going to stay far away from him in bed and sleep on my overall opinion regarding what Kaitlyn should have done. If she can sleep on it, so can I.
Goodnight, Bach fans. Leaving you with a new photo of Ellie Lila, who will be 15 months on Wednesday:
OriginalTracy says
Never mind the Bachelorette–Ellie is adorable!
I just got back from a trip to NY and stayed near Times Sq., walking by the Aladdin theater a bunch of times, so I liked this episode’s scenery. And we got a helicopter AND Onion Ashley (aka Mesa Verde girl)! Nick–I agree, he’s smarmy.
Although what does it say about Shawn and Tanner (?) that they remember more about Nick’s history (and last name) than I do?
I loved Shawn’s description of the man-cave hotel: “anger, loneliness, and a whole bunch of dudes.”
You gotta love Joe: “So, like, they do this every day and people come watch this?” Yes, Joe–didn’t you see all the other marquees? But he says they don’t have theater in Kentucky, so I guess he never gets as far as Louisville. Not going to be our winner.
Too bad JJ–“I don’t do rap, just show tunes” couldn’t be on the Broadway date! And never mind the Neil Lane jewels; I’d love to have the Met to myself.
Chrissy says
PS–Nick’s hair looks like an old lady wig that was pulled out of the attic. (I actually have one, so I know.)
katbyrd says
Ellie is SOOO adorable!! Thanks for sharing a new picture of her.
First off, I can’t believe The Husband chose this show over the Stanley Cup Finals….. I watched the hockey game, and switch to the DVR between periods. And what I saw during the periods didn’t pique my interest enough to keep me tuned to Kaitlin. This show is a freakin’, borin’, train wreck, to put it mildly.
After the game (way to go Bolts!!) I tuned back in, long enough to see Nick show up. I couldn’t stand him on Andi’s season, and he makes me throw up in my mouth a little. I can’t imagine kissing him!! GROSS!!
I, too, thought Clint was going to go Brokeback Mountain on us and throw JJ up against the wall and ram his tongue down his throat. I’ve never seen two guys that face to face! (Yes, I also think it was staged.)
I’ve been a franchise fan since the beginning, and I hope this is not the beginning to the end. But for me, I’ve seen enough. Not only is the show boring, Kaitlin is boring, even though she has some great guys….they deserve better. I’m so over this and so done that I actually went to the spoiler site and read it….. and I won’t be back to this season. I don’t dislike Kaitlin, I just have no feelings at all one way or the other. So I really don’t care who she ends up with, if she ends up with anyone at all.
I will keep reading your blog, though, as it never fails to entertain and elicit a chuckle or two!
Stephanie says
I’ll always watch because I love the show, but the new format is really bothering me too! Like you said Stacey, it’s a little discombobulating at the beginning. I think they lose momentum rather than build it. >:(
Britt might have been the better Bachelorette. You’re right, I don’t think Kaitlyn’s really looking to settle down (which is FINE but don’t be the Bachelorette!).
Anon says
I think each of us (including myself, of course) has to examine herself for watching this inane drivel. When I started watching years ago, it was a very entertaining, mostly real-seeming show. Now, the dates are stupid, the staged encounters are stupid, the whole premise is stupid and last but not least, Kaitlyn’s fishy-looking lips are stupid and distracting. And she’s stupid.
katbyrd says
Agree, agree, agree and agree!!! STUPID!
Annie says
I was rooting for Britt to be the Bachelorette. I find her sincere and bubbly. Her “over the top” enthusiastic personality and emotions are interpreted as “insincere” and that she’s “acting” by some people. But, I think she is much more down to earth, classier and ready to settle down and find love than Kaitlyn. Kaitlyn sure fooled everyone, playing as the “underdog, funny, girl-next-door” compared to Britt. Making people believe that Kaitlyn wants a husband and in it for love, and deserves the chance, rather than Britt. HAH! well, I’m gad that now people can see her true colors. Yes, shes funny, spunky, but she’s also a party girl who dates around, lax sexually, and is definitely not looking to settle down! Now, I don’t know her personally, but I did read a comment on facebook who personally knows Kaitlyn say that Kaitlyn already exhausted the guys here in Vancouver an that’s why she went on the show for fun. I believe it.
Anyway, I just don’t think Kaitlyn is someone you bring to meet your family. And also no someone I would be friends with.
Denice Girdner says
I think Kaitlyn is a great gal who made a mistake keeping Nick on the show. People are always so ready to hang someone. I do think she has a solid group of guys remaining and I couldn’t agree with you more, Stacey: Ben H for next Bachelor! I noticed him the first night and each night my positive opinion grows because of the way he conducts himself. One of the best I have seen on any of the shows!
Gail says
Watching Britt and Brady was the best part of this week’s show. They certainly seem to enjoy their time together. Adding Nick to the group of guys was a bad, bad idea. Not quite sure what Kaitlyn was thinking, as all she accomplished was to lose credibility with the other guys.