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sarkygal

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  1. I think Airris checked out at the reception when Jasmine talked about her dogs & dog breeding business. Not everyone is an animal lover, let alone multiple dogs. I think one of his family members also alluded to the fact that he wasn’t a dog person. Add that to her not being his physical type & her yellow teeth on their wedding day. I think Jasmine is lovely & attractive, but I couldn’t marry & live with someone with that many dogs. Airris is a boring, over confident poor communicator. But I checked out of his marriage the same time he did.
  2. Myrla did say she’d had a dog before, but she wasn’t a fan of big dogs. They also showed the pool party at her house, with a yard. At no point did I see her carrying Portia Fendi in a purse or say that she planned to. People may not like Myrla, but nothing indicated she’d be an abusive or neglectful dog mom who warrants supervised visitation, geez.
  3. Gil pointed out on camera that Myrla would have to reduce her spending to allow them to save. By the same token, he didn't offer to increase his savings. In fact, when they did their savings reveal to each other, Myrla said on camera that it'll take longer for them to get anything once she saw HIS savings. Why is the only narrative that their goals hinge on Myrla's savings being doubled? She's already saving significantly as a single woman and allowing herself a few luxuries. Why is Gil not responsible for contributing to their financial future? If he had been matched with a partner in his income bracket, Gil would be no closer to affording the life he wants. The man admitted on camera that he has no savings in the US and most viewers have already concluded his Colombian savings are for his mother to draw on. So what was Gil's plan to buy a house and have his 11 children? This is a man who doesn't want to continue paying for a dog sitter because he has a wife now. So Myrla's standard of living diminishes by staying with Gil, and yet he hasn't offered a single contribution to what this life would be. I cannot co-sign this narrative.
  4. I wanted to chime in to defend Myrla. I am fairly certain that the matchmaking episodes explained Myrla’s background where she also lost her dad to a murder. If I recall correctly, her step-sister killed her dad. I saw a woman who was very pained by Gil’s story and I can respect her not airing her family’s story out of respect to her surviving mother, and sister. I remember being disgusted that the “experts” thought such a traumatic past was a good reason to match those too. Moving on to other posts on the thread, I’m baffled by the degree of anti-Myrla sentiment. Not only is Gil constantly negging and talking down to her, he’s a mid-30’s man who has no real savings, plan to earn more, but wants a house and multiple kids. Which his significantly higher earning wife is supposed to scrimp, sacrifice & save for. In the convo with Dr Pepper, no one asked Gil what he was bringing to their future as a couple. But we’re supposed to think he’s the prize because he’s conventionally attractive and insults his wife with a smile on his face. No thanks. Myrla, both in the show and Unfiltered has politely mentioned the earnings and financial goal disparity without putting Gil down or insulting his lack of earnings. As noble as it might be to support his family in Colombia, he’s still expecting an American wife to bear his multiple children and cut back her solely maintained lifestyle to subsidize his future. Again, no thanks. This is not directed at anyone in particular, just wanted to offer a different perspective.
  5. There’s so much judgement for Myrla’s beauty routines and attitude, Gil’s inability to handle his tequila has been completely overlooked. Myrla is annoying sure, but Gil’s drunkenness (diplomatically noted by the other grooms), and his comments about sex make him a poor catch as well. He’s good looking but he’s also pinging my ‘dar. MMV
  6. I hadn't caught up with those two in years, but I had a good idea they'd bad some challenges. In all their scenes, I had the distinct feeling what they're fighting about is not really what we're being shown. I can't really explain it because Shawniece kept talking about making time for them, but I got the impression there was a specific guarantee she wanted from Jephte and they both know what it is. But he still can't give it to her and seemed genuinely sad that he can't. MMV
  7. So is this show finally ending? I know Meredith came back to life, but all the cameos make me think EP is done and I can't imagine Shonda letting Jesse leave unless this is the final season. Can it be all over please?
  8. The entire episode, I thought the sheriff union lawyer was being portrayed by Kim Richards of Real Housewives infamy. Come to find out it was Anne Heche and I’m wondering what the hell happened to her. Beyond that, I’m glad Lola admitted that she overstepped and I hope the show has realistic consequences for her actions. I’m finding it difficult to care about the sheriff storyline and even Rick Fox at his least attractive couldn’t get me into the restorative justice angle for Luke. I absolutely love Sherri and I’m glad the actress is getting these moments to shine.
  9. I'm loving this season so far. I even like that we got some resolution with Sara's 2 second mention of things fizzling out with Ben Benner. It was such a throwaway line, but most shows can't be bothered to acknowledge minor characters once they leave. On a shallow note, I'm enjoying Lola's maternity fashions. And her neck mounted face shield makes me want one. I'm not too surprised that Luke was the one who ended things, but I hope they explore his reasons in more detail.
  10. I'm disappointed too. There was so much they could have shown - the couples discussing the lockdown with a relative stranger, job insecurities, financial stress. Hell, even discussions on whether they should quarantine together. I haven't seen any mention of this but I find it appalling that the show delayed decision day by 6 weeks. I've been witness to escalating domestic abuse during lockdown and some real mental health struggles in friends & neighbors. I can't imagine throwing in failing stranger-marriage, reality TV contract penalties etc in the mix, and then shifting the end date. I'd have at least liked to see a conversation between the cast and experts/production about the additional days. For context, imagine your employer had you in a different location at the beginning of lockdown and didn't give you the option of returning home without severe financial penalty. And you had to share accomodations with coworkers. I don't buy that decision day couldn't have been filmed virtually. The same production company was churning out couples cam successfully. They just happened to be fortunate that there were no volatile pairings on this season. I still maintain Brett's a douche for emptying the pantry, but absolutely right in leaving.
  11. I was fuming on her behalf too. It's pretty shitty of him to have cleared out their pantry during a lockdown when grocery shopping was challenging. Total dick move.
  12. The earlier seasons was a Michael completely in lust with his trophy younger wife and willing to indulge her becoming a reality star. But then his private life (which doesn't bear well under public scrutiny) kept being spotlighted by the show. And his trophy wife started carving an identity for herself. I feel bad for baby Dean because Michael very clearly does not want to revisit the child rearing at this point in his life. Even in the brief snippets of Michael we've seen this season, I feel he's completely over his marriage. I believe Ashley genuinely wanted a baby for herself, not just to anchor the marriage or ensure financial security. But now she's trapped as Michael's private life is now a series of scandals and she doesn't have much without him plus her PPD I think the other ladies are acutely aware of how bad things are in Ashley's home, hence the weird overprotectiveness. This is just my speculation, but all the ladies show disdain/hostility to Michael they they don't show Juan or the others.
  13. I’m curious too. Bearing in mind that MAFS has misleading and terrible editing. However, it seems Bennett’s side of the aisle knew who Amelia was. But there was no reaction shown from Amelia’s side, even from her bridesmaids. Maybe they were still traumatized from their tacky dresses and contrived unicycle entrance.
  14. I really enjoyed this show and I’m stoked for a second season. I actually found it realistic that even the couples were sheltering apart(at least within my circle of acquaintances). Knowing the actors filmed from their personal homes means they obviously had to create reasons for them to be apart. I would have loved Lola’s husband to be in LA with her, so we could get a better sense of their relationship. I wish Sara would have gotten a call from Ben Benner; the actress really shone in depicting someone whose having a hard time in isolation. I’m in lockdown alone and typically a bit of a hermit, but it really rang home for me how difficult this lockdown is for people who are alone. I teared up a bit at the virtual dance party at the end. Easily my favourite episode of a really good first season. Does anyone know if the trial brother & pregnant girlfriend are dating/married/related in real life? It just seemed random that 2 guest actors would be the only characters physically in the same scene.
  15. That seems to be the general sentiment this season. I was thinking that we’ve seen solid technical and tailoring skills (Sergio, Victoria) but little to downright inconsistent creativity (Geoffrey, Marquise). I find Marquise creatively interesting, but his execution is sloppy and juvenile. Geoffrey is further along with his tailoring but it gets lost in his stress fits. Out of the auf’d group, Delvin, and maybe Chelsey showed some creativity at the beginning then faltered. I noticed that designers that are just safe till mid season don’t get the affirmation or even critique to improve. The judges tend to reward and praise the technically skilled ones at the beginning, to the detriment of the more creative designers. Just my opinion of course, but Christian calling Delvin an exceptional tailor felt incredibly mean, when he at least delivered one memorable look to the season in the parrot dress. The only other looks I remember are Marquise’ tux and Groffrey’s bronze military jumpsuit. And I just watched the last 2 episodes back to back.
  16. And Amelia will die during childbirth with Link raising the baby on his own. Then Jo (who is divorced from ghost Karev) gets together with Link so she doesn’t have to steal another baby. What we come up with here can’t be any worse than the storylines we’re being fed now.
  17. I agree. Link’s reaction is such a stupid writing choice to me. The writers spent the last 2 seasons transforming Amelia’s character from the chaotic addict to a mature and emotionally honest one. And now, in the healthiest relationship she’s been in (including Private Practice), he dumps her for reasons that would perfectly describe pre-tumour Amelia. Yes, she shouldn’t have gotten into a relationship so soon, but she also acknowledged that. Which is more self-awareness and growth than any other character has shown. Big writing fail. Whatever epiphany Link got from his patient was applicable to Amelia from a few seasons ago, not the current character.
  18. I hope it's ok to post in defence of Zach's step-mom's stink face at the wedding. According to a poster on reddit, here's the background story. There's a whole thread on her, which only makes me feel Mindy's parents were justified in refusing to be filmed for this hot mess and dealing with the internet scrutiny after. Per reddit poster: "She said on Facebook that her son died 7 months ago. She just wasn’t into feeling happy." Here's the link to the thread if we're allowed to post that. https://www.reddit.com/r/MarriedAtFirstSight/comments/eq7mks/as_a_giant_leap_of_faith_and_for_the_first_time/
  19. I've always been so uncomfortable with that clause being built into an employment contract it makes it hard for me to justify the show getting all the accolades it does. The Kate character hasn't had any storylines that don't go back to her weight and that makes it so uncomfortable to watch as everyone now seems to have opinions on Chrissy the actress as well. We can argue that she signed up for this, but I doubt that Chrissy knew this show would be such a huge hit. I don't know if it's an unpopular opinion, but I worry about the long term mental health of the actress. Toby was wearing padding at the beginning of the show, so the actor is fairly insulated from having his weight be the focal point of discussion by anyone who watches the show. When actors gain weight for roles, it doesn't generate this much crossover into their personal lives. Again, I don't know what CM has chosen or not chosen to do in terms of her weight loss, but it makes me very uncomfortable that her body and condition has in some way become public property by being on the show. I've been trying to explain what makes me uncomfortable about watching the show regularly and I hope I could articulate it clearly.
  20. I had a few thoughts on the Maria/Caesar situation and actually looked up Anastacia date where they met. It is not like your standard Ok Cupid or Match where you join, match with singles and chat. Per their website: Every action you want to take on the website costs a certain number of credits. For example, one minute of chat costs 1 credit, 1 mail costs 10 credits, while 1 minute of video chat costs 6 credits. Credits can be purchased in packages that range from 10 credits for $2.99 to 1000 credits for $399. So I can see why Maria didn't consider this a relationship. Caesar was the dumb fool paying to chat and video chat with essentially a cam girl for 3 years until he wore her down enough to take their interaction off the site. I'm willing to bet he didn't have her direct number for those 3 years, which is why she reluctantly called him her boyfriend only in the last 2 years. I think Cesar was just one of her cam regulars who could barely scrape together the credits to talk to her. I believe her that he hadn't spent up to even $10k, simply because we've seen nothing from him to show he could afford it. And prior to that, she was being paid by the site, not direct money transfers from Cesar. He probably promised her TLC fame and the funds to come to the US if she'd agree to do the show as his girlfriend. Hence his constant refrain of how he wanted to show everyone how much he cared about her and the subsequently raised eyebrows from Rebecca and Tom.He hasn't lived up to his end of the bargain and she is tired of him playing the victim card to boost whatever "acting cuh-reer" he's trying to have. I can't hate on Maria as I don't live in her world and have no idea what options are available to her. But she's just earning a living from desperate saddos who pay to talk dirty to her online. Cesar tried to raise the stakes and he can't deliver. Their entire interaction has been purely transactional and they both know it. I think her irritation came from the idea that he's trying to present a different narrative on TV. Just my thoughts. YMMV
  21. They showed Angela paying for the consultation. At the beginning of the scene, she uses her card on a credit card machine at the reception desk.
  22. Fair point. IMO, production decided they didn’t want to reward Matt by promoting his business and Iris’s virginity was a better storyline than Keith’s aspiring artistry. Only the producers choose the footage that’s aired. Maybe there’s 100 hours of Keith jamming that we’ll never see. I recall something in the media thread about Keith staying out often, but all we saw of him was a devoted sex-starved husband.
  23. I was turned off because his selection process was based on hearing a song HE couldn’t have written which seems pretty damn arrogant for a guy who hasn’t been on the scene that long. He’s not exactly a prolific songwriting genius in the same league as Lennon or Babyface or even Will.I.Am. I didn’t buy his humility and I thought he was rather condescending to his former classmate.
  24. I said since the honeymoon episode that I was more baffled about Iris’ decision to go on the show than Keith’s. I think if Keith had been matched with a mature attractive non-virgin, he’d have stuck with the marriage. Based on the conversations with his mom, he was more ready to be married. I could never reconcile hyperbolic virgin Iris to someone who would marry a stranger on TV and give it a real go. Jamie and Beth - obvious fame whores. Deonna - desperate to get out of FWB and situationships Greg - bizarrely believes in the experts and would be a great candidate for arranged marriage. Amber - desperado Matt - homeless fame whore Keith - regular fame whore who wanted to boost his music career and make his grandma happy
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