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It seemed like Chris was making more "single guy" type jokes the last few episodes -- yup, he and Chloe broke up. That's always tough; I wish both of them the best.

So I guess murdering Jesse didn't get his aunt's inheritance after all? It seems like he wouldn't have had to embezzle otherwise. Didn't he have three wives before JTF's great-grandmother? I lost track.

I used to have a 120 sf apartment that was very comfortable for one person and wouldn't at all mind going back. The main room had a Murphy bed, 6' sofa, arm chair, coffee table, and wall of bookshelves that also held the TV and stereo. When you pulled the bed down, there were 3 pretty deep shelves on each side that functioned as bedside tables with outlets for an alarm clock and lamp or whatnot. There was a double closet and built-in dresser in the hall. The kitchen had a two-seat table, 2 upper and 3 lower cabinets and a two-burner stove. There was a small stand-up shower and pedestal sink in the bathroom.

Do it! Apply! I mean, it's doubtful there will be a second season, but it seems like an easy guarantee of $5-20K for the home cooks.

Which makes the expert talking head (was it Cilona?) explaining how moving is the most stressful activity ever even more melodramatic. From what we saw, they each moved a few boxes of clothes and personal items. Jason didn't even seem to be able to cope with that much, but I give the kid a break because I feel so bad for him. I wonder if his father is in the picture at all or if he's one of those people who divorced the kids along with the spouse. I don't remember from the wedding.

. She was morbidly obese, as are all the participants. I know the word "fat" has extremely pejorative connotations these days, but let's not kid ourselves. I did think her lighter hair color in the beginning suited her better. She missed her (unrealistic) 90-day goal by the most of anyone I've personally seen on the show. And that's while she was living in the center, right? I don't think she had much chance to cheat. Individual physiology is so interesting with regard to fat storage. Cassie didn't have large fat deposits on her upper arms, compared to what's her name from a couple of weeks ago. Some women don't put much weight on in their breasts, even if they're 100+ lbs overweight, while others seem to go straight there. Everyone has that huge overhanging belly, though.

I wonder if Vaughn is still deigning to have sex with Monet even though he clearly doesn't much enjoy her company. I fault Monet a little less since it's difficult to reciprocate affection when none is being offered, but both of them are just going through the motions at this point for the sake of the show. There doesn't appear to be any real desire on either of their parts to stay married. Yes, yes, NY real estate and all, but both of those apartments were so tiny and depressing to me. I assume (hope) that neither Jamie nor Cortney actually moved out of their previous places, in the sense of giving up their leases, and that the production company is ponying up money for those temporary new apartments. Jason lives with his mother but may actually be paying some or all or the rent there, too, since she's unable to work. I'm honestly not clear on what any of them except Jamie and Jason actually do for a living, but none of it sounds like a high-paying endeavor. They would have needed to take at least a couple of weeks off to participate in this falderol. Cortney: makeup artist and burlesque dancer Doug: commercial sales rep and weekend lifeguard Jason: EMT and weekend wrestler Jamie: labor and delivery nurse Monet: product development manager in the fashion industry Vaughn: field service technician (does that mean Vaughn the cable guy? copiers?)

The professionals are working under a severe disadvantage since they have to be able to cook anything and everything with zero foreknowledge or practice time, so I can see why they lose so much. The home cooks have been perfecting their recipes for years and also get to target their menu items. It seems like they're guaranteed at least one win with their desserts since a lot of pros sniff down their noses at sweets. The judging panel can probably guess sometimes which dishes are which just by the presentation, but I don't mind if they give a close call to the home cook. Seeing the underdog come out on top is part of the fun for me as a viewer. It's nice to see that the pros have all been gracious in defeat -- it's the thing that finally humanized Bobby Flay for me.

If the unfrozen caveman watched the show, he's be forgiven for thinking humans revere light fixtures above all else.

Since ELR is getting a going over, I'll add the character of Debra's brother Peter MacDougall to the list. I can't stand Chris Elliott anyway, but the Peter character was such a feeble-minded slacker that he wasn't even amusing to watch. I didn't mind Gregory House, but wanted to stab Wilson in the throat with a broken pen. Stop being a friend to an asshole! George Constanza, even though I liked Seinfeld in general. So tiresome with his constant failures and lies. And stop it already, with all the stupid hollering and antics, Yosemite Sam. If there had been fast-forward in the 50s, his noisy and repetitive schtick would have been a merciful blur to me. For purposes of this discussion, I'm considering any of his roles to be a "character" just so I can spew out my dislike for Matthew McConaughey, I practically need a bite guard, the man gives sets my teeth on edge so much.

Dr. Kildare, of course. ;)

Well, my post specifically said "I like Rosie fine." She is undoubtedly admired by many but is also reviled in certain quarters; I'd liken her to Roseanne in that respect. Loud, in-your-face, overweight women -- certain people seem to be really threatened by it. Other groups: right wingers, anti-gay groups, former staffers, random neurotic shitheads. There's plenty of disgust being thrown her way. The unfair reputation of Rosie O'Donnell.

Yeah, and not in an interesting way.

Why in hell wouldn't Jamie tell her brother who she was the first time she met him? Bah. I have no tolerance for plot points that defy common sense and then of course come back to bite people in the ass. Just as glad Jamie's brother left, though. She already has one houseguest too many. If they keep on with all the contrivances, I'll be getting less and less sad that this will likely be canceled soon. At least Jamie and Roy get to kissing next week, per the previews.

Another version. "Dr Dubrow fixed my breasts and I'm grateful for that but in the midst of the whole TV show I lost my apartment."

I don't care how omnipresent he feels the superficial standards of beauty are in Hollywood, that doesn't mean he needs to buy into them. Thought he was being so clever with his stupid "boob head" comments. I strongly suspect he doesn't usually wear his hair so short, but buzzed it for the show so that the scar would be more prominent. His hair was certainly longer in his "after" shot. For someone who initially didn't want to be seen in public with the skin expander in place, he sure made a meal out of it afterwards while he was out "clubbing" with friends. I'm glad his (lunk)head hurt. And Mike? Your hair transplants don't look that good in front, either. If you're concerned about success in LA, try setting a goal of being an informed, caring, and motivational trainer instead of an actor. Because we know his messenger bag is full of headshots and casting call notices.

Is Chris standing in a damned crater? He looks like he's 10 years old. I don't want to be, but II may be reaching my CH limit on the overly-enthusiastic-and-camera-hog-o-meter.

I thought the hip slits did extend overly far into the pubic region but didn't care because I'm so tired of all cutouts. So very tired.

I'm subtitle-less, but there was a plot that centered around Sheldon spoiling Harry Potter for Leonard. In a different episode, Amy ruined Raiders by pointing out a major flaw in the plot. Sheldon then tries to ruin Amy's enjoyment of things she likes: Pride and Prejudice, Marmaduke, Garfield, and Little House on the Prairie. Oh, Sheldon.

I don't care to get to know the contestants or learn cooking tips so ... win for me! I liked seeing small potato chefs or home cooks throw Bobby Flay down, and I'm okay with it here, too. This show was filmed more than a year ago and the first episode didn't get good ratings, so doubtful it will get another go.

I responded really well to Sandhya's audition rack and liked her runway dress very much as well, so I was pleased that the judges can appreciate her talent. But then, I'm drawn to colors and prints more than most normal people. The other designers who were so amazed/appalled at Sandhya's work can blow me -- their stuff was tedious and boring.

I didn't realize Doug had been on other shows, too. Which ones?

I don't particularly like the words on walls accessorizing, but they're easy to replace and it is a way to fill up a blank space fairly cheaply. Joanna doesn't really have the budget for art.

Well, now that I know Monet's real name is Angelica, it makes me distrust her. My own bias -- my mother's birth certificate says Jean Frances Astarita but she made everyone call her Gina Francesca. Pretentious twaddle.

Sad, horrible story. I did appreciate that Cynthia refrained from endowing herself with any of her much-removed ancestor's traits ("That's where my own courage and resilience come from!").