Maybe I’m alone here, but I was super excited to welcome Shawntel back into the picture. Yes, they painted her as the overconfident (“I’m sure Ben and I feel the same way about each other”) dark horse coming in to steal Ben, but I welcome it. Shawntel is smart, beautiful and very down to earth. And yes, the entire thing with Ben seemed completely staged, but I have loved Shawntel since the Brad days, and could definitely see her with Ben. The only question is whether she’d be able to bury people in his wine fields.
I agree with Shawntel that it shouldn’t be about “fairness.” It should be about whether Ben could picture himself with Shawntel. If the answer is “definitely not,” then fine. But if he’s remotely interested in her, put her in the line up. He probably was not. It was kind of fun to see the girls squirm a bit. Particularly, Model girl. As if Courtney is really going to go home. She’s bluffing. Emily, Lindzi, Kacie B, Rachel, Jennifer and Nicki are already in love – they’re not going anywhere. And does he really care about Jaclyn? Good riddance.
I loved the dates tonight – the San Fran adrenaline date was “amazing” and Emily went straight to #1 on my list for Ben. I like her. That said, I would never climb up a bridge for anyone. Luckily The Husband has no interest in these sort of moronic adventures. As for the rest, I like Jennifer too. Lindzi is way more into him than he is into her. Once Ben started referring to Kacie B as “sweet,” we know this is a major blow to her rankings. Whisking away Courtney to the same spot where JFK cheated on his wife may seem like a major bonus for the model, but I’m not sure anyone else sees it this way. Plus her evilness is on the verge of being displayed for Ben. Her true colors have to come flying out at any moment.
The group ski date was great – very creative way of showing the women in their bikinis during the day time. No idea why Brittney got a one on one – surprised she has made it this far. The question is whether that band that was playing was Brittney’s favorite and if Lindzi would even care if it was.
Still loving Ben. Kind of bummed that Shawntel has left us as soon as she came, particularly in tears. Not to worry, Shawny – you can try it with him again – if not before the season’s end (how awesome would it be if Ben chases down Shawntel during a funeral in the finale??), then after he breaks up with the last lady standing. Only ladies who stand a chance with Ben at this point: Emily, Kacie B, Jennifer, Jamie (please?) and Lindzi.
I’m terrified of Courtney.
Full post will be up tomorrow night. Let’s hear your thoughts…
Anonymous says
I think his fairness speech was a nice way of saying he just wasn't that into her. If he'd liked her he would've made it happen. I didn't like Shawntel coming on. I liked her in Brad's season but she was really trying too hard tonight. It seemed so staged. Glad Jaclyn is gone. Can't stand Courtney. She's odd and a mean girl. I wasn't sure about the ski date. It was funny but I was embarrassed for them. Skiing in a bikini is a little risky!
Anonymous says
I hate Courtney too. She is too fake around Ben and I wish he see her true Colorado soon.
Gail says
I'm glad Ben decided not to hand out the 3rd rose and let Shawntel go along with the other two. I think he made the right choices. He was probably relieved too after Jaclyn showed him her mouth tatoo!
I'm really rooting for Emily after tonight's episode. She's beautiful, smart and mature which is something you don't see a lot of among the other contestants.
I think Courtney maybe bi-polar. I just hope she stays on her medication and Ben gets to see her tapes before it's too late. Someone please warn him.
Anonymous says
i think Ben already saw Courtney's low class display, when she call shawntel what's her butt. that's low…low
Anonymous says
Wow those girls are super mean!!!! I think some of their reactions to shawntel really shows their true colors.
backchat says
I just saw that Kasey Kahl (guard & protect your heart)was arrested in Fresno, CA. Look up his mug shot- too funny! Anyways, Fresno is a lot closer to Shawntal than San Fran, so maybe those 2 can hook up?
The model is a character- one minute she thinks she and Ben will make pretty babies, and the next she is going to leave if he gives a rose to Shawntal. Oooookay, there.
Anonymous says
OMG so much drama yesterday!!! I thought that after all Jaclyn's fainting he was going to feel sorry for her and give her a rose. I'm glad he didn't but he should've kept Shawntel. I love Emily….Hate Cortney!!! She is evil and not I don't see her pretty at all!!!!
Anonymous says
OMG — WHERE did they get these ditz's from? I've got to admire the girl that left (forgot her name) as she just wasn't feeling it. How many of us know women who fall in love with every guy they go on a 5 minute date with? Jeez, girls, get a life! This has turned more into a “competition” than real feelings for someone. Why does everyone think Courtney is so gorgeous? I don't see it. And after she opens her mouth, she becomes more and more ugly. I didn't like Emily until last night…. having said that, I wish she would control some of her cattiness towards the other girls. My thoughts on bringing Shawntel back — I think they just set us up for the next Bachelorette. What do you think?
Anonymous says
YES. Shauntel as the next bachelorette, love that idea!!!
Wow, I was embarassed to be a woman last night. What horrible horrible horrible comments.
Poor Ben. Not the best batch of options this year it seems.
I am rooting for Emily or Lindzi…
Send. Courtney. Home. I mean seriously how many more red flags do you need dude???
mamainga says
Ben likes dark hair. Simple as that. Not blondes and not some one that is too over whelming. He wants to shine. Shwntel could not be trusted. Anyone who comes in to steal the show as it were, isn't for Ben and he saw that. Right is right and wrong is wrong. She was wrong.
Anonymous says
I think Jenifer is his best bet she is easy going just like he is and would not be a drama queen. Watching them fight over him I wonder if these are women that are money hungry or are they for real . Could be trouble later down the road. But feel Jennifer is for real.