Chalby

THANK YOU!! For years I wondered why my grandmother had this trunk in her home. She used to keep her linens in it and I never thought to ask until long after her death, and my mom couldn't tell me because my mom remembered it always being around. Anyhow her trunk was identical to the picture except it was a deep blue. LOL, The more you know...

Given I cannot personally address this subject as it took me years (and a baby) to even 'fill' a bra, I would think that Becca feels even better than I when taking that contraption off. Even if gravity allows a 'sag', who cares? Mind you, if it is impacting her comfortability or even health, she would be entitled to a free breast reduction.

I cannot help but feel annoyance (tinged with disgust) at the inclusion of Lauren and Orion in the couples retreat. Hearing either of them talk makes me want to shout, "Go away! No one is interested in, or cares, what your thirsty, fake-ass personas have to say!". Why has this become "a thing?"

It's appropriate that all their names end with the "en" sound, as that was my reaction... "Ennnnn, I'll pass."

Exactly. I think Christine learned early in her marriage that she is the author of her own happiness. Her and Janelle's kids helped fuel her happiness during the first 20 years, and once they were grown she knew she had to move on to a different lifestyle.

I understand her sense of humour as it's identical to my cousin's. However, my cousin's quips were a result of her knowing she wasn't the best, or brightest, or anything other than a nice woman who lives a quiet lifestyle. So when she'd brag about something such as her award winning turkey dinner, we'd all laugh because it was just dinner. She joke about being the favourite daughter, and we'd laugh because we all knew our aunt and uncle loved all 4 equally. I don't know Mykelti's relationship among her siblings to gauge if this is similar to my cousin...

Again (if I put myself in similar shoes) I would understand as my husband's properties and possessions were confiscated and sold, because of what he did to his clients and his firm. But when lawyers start delving into her personal cache of gifts and take the one pair of earrings that were worth anything substantial, that's like someone going into your bank and taking all your retirement fund $, while stating, well this helps towards your hubby's debt. Again I don't understand how the earrings gifted long before, figured in anything criminal, so it makes sense to me that it was overturned.

Just watching that episode, and hearing Chris discuss what happened last year had my blood boiling again. I still can't understand why Gizelle has not walked back her ridiculous accusation against Chris? Everyone watching knows Chris would NEVER have hit on Gizelle in a hotel room, or anywhere! And he was absolutely right, during the reunion, when telling her how she impacted his life with her lies or innuendo. And yet she gets a pass because her complaint/accusation was simply how she FELT despite nothing happening. And she's entitled to share how she feels... I don't care how she "feels", and wish Chris would sue her for slander because she intentionally aired her "feelings" (long after the actual event) causing him undue distress. Even before her public statement ,she met Robyn at the restaurant to share what she was considering, and Robyn told her "Come on, Chris wouldn't do that". Yet Gizelle still went forward with her accusation. As you can tell this still bothers me, to this day, because for the life of me I don't understand why she even came for Chris. She's never even explained why this event was so traumatic for her, she had to speak out. It's such a crock of s***. But what really sends me, is that the matter has never been resolved, by Bravo or any public forum. Gizelle has never apologized for what she said, or for placing Chris and his working reputation, at risk. What restaurant is going to hire a chef who is implicated in behaving inappropriately with a woman? But what I've learned is Bravo will let you say and do anything you wish so long as it's "your feelings". I wouldn't be surprised if Chris is experiencing a depression due to the fallout of all that nonsense.

I agree that Erika had a rough season last year, and she seems a lot more relaxed this year. But I still cannot get over the online hate towards her because of something her husband did to clients via his firm, and he scammed them as well. I'd be feeling very frustrated if I was attacked by strangers who were demanding I hand over a past gift to pay off hubby's debts. I understand that Tom's criminal mess becomes hers because they're married, but I get so angry with people implying she was in on it. Or she needs to apologize on behalf of, or atone for, her husband. Erika didn't commit any crime. And anyone who has watched her and Tom's communication would recognize she was probably in the dark re: anything he was doing financially as he treated her like a child. Seen but not heard. (And let's not pretend that any money recouped from selling Erika's items are NOT going to any of those victims, but rather to his firm, more lawyers, and the govt.)

To be fair, I've never considered Erika an average thinker. She's always shown a deeper understanding of topics, especially that interest her, such as religion. And she's seldom at a loss for words when conversing, no doubt from her early marital days hosting dinners, etc. I've always believed she and Garcelle are probably the brightest in the group.

I could live without Mary, but I'd like Monica to return. I have a feeling Monica would be a good friend (and loyal) IF given the chance. The gals are as suspicious of Monica as they were with each other during first season. I'd like her to have another season to see if they can get past these superficial issues.

I just wish Lisa wouldn't get into the back and forth with Monica, all the bickering, insults and talking over each other is pointless, and makes them both look bad. Lisa and Monica are probably more similar than they care to acknowledge. Regardless, Lisa needs to toughen up. Reality shows equal a lot of online nonsense articles (which also makes me wonder why they gave any spotlight to Monica's defunct blog.)

I love when I see you've responded to posts because you make me laugh with your opinions, and I always seem to agree. This time, I was 'trying' to take the high road and say something kind about lisa, but it appears it wasn't quite believable.

It took me awhile to understand why I'm not upset with Ariana's attack on Tom and Rachel. I love your post and would like to add, Ariana was loyal to a fault to Tom. Even when he was so wrong in his view of a situation, she always walked that line between keeping her friends, yet supporting Tom in public. Yet, behind her back Tom wasn't saying anything supportive and was busy gas lighting her and Rachel. So the reunion was her one and only time to publicly let everyone know that she is no longer protecting this idiot and helping clean up his idiot mistakes. 9 years of rage? She could have gone a lot harder.

This is where I pause. I do not know if Monica blatantly lied, or sinned by omission. I do know that Lisa Heather, and Angie wouldn't let her answer anything. Plus, I did feel for Monica when Meredith clearly threw her under the bus. She fed Monica the Angie "news" but when Monica repeated it on air, Meredith did the "but you told the world". Did anyone else catch when Monica looked at her and said, are you serious? You told me that. I would be like a Monica. I would think "Well we're on TV, and we have to be authentic and show everything". If one of the housewives then whispered a rumor to me I would be saying it to the person it's about (because I'm not good at remembering lies) and then suffer their wrath . And then I'd be booted off at the end of the season because the wives would be laughing that I fell for it.

I agree Monica's "fighting words" are very immature. But when she goes to the old & leathery insult, she's just grasping at anything... and Lisa must have flinched. Because Lisa always looks stunning and never her age. I wish Lisa wouldn't react so strongly.

I didn't mind Monica because she wasn't making up random rumours, and as she pointed out her focus was on Jen Shah. Then the site closed. I was annoyed that the women were so terrified of what Monica might say, they wouldn't allow her to complete her sentences. She already told them that Jen was her focus, but the women didn't even hear that. And Angie... She's heard all this nonsense before, but I understand the women aren't supposed to say stuff on camera. But if they aren't happy about things said on camera, why did they sign up with Bravo to open their lives to the public?

Yikes! That movie really affected me as a preteen! Scared me into always having a friend out with me.

I would watch Ramona again ONLY if the valet helping her, constantly called her Roberta. And if she got demanding, he would walk away and say, "Oh sorry, I don't do that" (be it unpacking, ironing, laundry, whatever). That would be great to watch.

I have heard this!!! A friend once said, "Remember the days when I wanted some action, but only for a night? I just would go to any club at 1:20 am, because there's always men looking to hook up when the lights come on. Well, dating apps have replaced last call." I remember trying to wrap my head around that.

No doubt about it, Lu is stunning and I don't believe anyone is disparaging her sexuality. She knows what she likes and she goes for it. HOWEVER, as a confident "prude" I've never had an issue attracting dates, fiances or husbands. And hubby #2 is still sticking around, so I think "confidence" is the draw, not having T & A hanging out, or being overly forward. I have also noticed (over the years) the married women on these shows rarely perseverate on sex. So clearly we miss it when it's gone, judging by Ramona, Sonya etc

I can only watch this episode and in my mind scream "Shut Up!" I want Heather, Lisa, and Angie to STFU. Angie's way of speaking gets on my nerves completely. It's tilted, formal, and often doesn't really make sense. Like, who talks to their friends like that? Why is Monica even at the reunion? These ladies are so paranoid and defensive around her, they have not allowed her to complete a sentence or thought. They are so reactionary, even if all she does is look at them. And Heather alluding to how the group needs more "high caliber" women is a joke. Is she inferring that she's the right caliber of person, or Jen, Whitney, etc? They are all middle of the road and again, not actual housewives. I believe it was just 2 years ago when Jen and Meredith were implying Heather doesn't belong on the show, which resulted in Heather's sucking up to them. If these women have something to worry about I understand, them wanting to avoid Monica. If there's nothing to what Monica's been saying, or that the blog's been posting, who cares? There's always going to be somebody criticizing you. I don't know why Heather is so suddenly sensitive now. She's had a lot worse said about her, prior to Monica. I want Monica to stay on even though I can't stand how she lashes out when backed into a corner. She makes herself sound foolish, but I still want her.

I don't see this as Christine being less 'liberated'. Although she was very unhappy moving to Flagstaff instead of Utah, she went because was devoted to kody and hoped for a new start, just as Meri did. She had no intention of ever being divorced. COVID highlighted kody's failures as a husband and father, and as a family leader. When she saw it was him and Robin managing the rest of them from their mansion, she realized the jig was up. Having the strength to pack up and leave is incredible, given she's only ever known polygamy and has seen wives be shuffled to second-class citizens. So yeah, I believe she's liberated herself, meaning she's free to do as she wishes. I remember reading about this event when it happened. I was incredulous that these monsters just shoot at random vehicles. How sad for David's family.

I've been getting notifications for this, as well as two other shows, although I have no idea what it is. Does anyone know how I can stop receiving notifications for shows I don't watch? I did look to see if I inadvertently checked "follow", but I didn't.

I know what you're saying because I know Luann is a highly sexual person, (as are a lot of women) but I can't stand how she reduces anyone available to a sexual experience. If we watched a group of men salivating over young gals, and trying to have sex with them, we'd be outraged. It looks ridiculous.