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I cringed and could not believe what I was seeing throughout the episode. First of all though, they captioned so many people during the episode yet did not caption the friend on the ipad speaking with Ellie so I missed most of what she was saying with the exception of 'have you talked about his infidelity?' Geesch. Yes, that should TOTALLY be their priority after a cat 5 hurricane has destroyed most of his home island. No matter how much a producer prodded her, I can't believe that she was willing to demonstrate that huge lack of empathy. I find nothing appealing about SteVen as he continues to try to be the center of attention wherever they go. I acknowledge that many of us may be hypocritical about certain things in our lives (of course, none of my Primetimer peeps demonstrate any level of hypocrisy [even though I may stumble at times...]), but the level he is displaying is beyond belief. Especially after the scene he makes at the wine tasting (and his instruction about not drinking, etc., he gave to Alina) to be followed by his admission of sexual relationships to Alina). What continually surprises me about reality t.v. is how these shows are able to find so many willing participants who have absolutely no hesitation in showing millions of viewers who they really are. Ari sure is able to turn on and off her melt-downs. Not only did she ambush Bini in the barber shop with lots of other people there (which he fully recognized) but as soon as he left she stopped her crying and had a sly smile on her face. What I do not understand though is that she gets to make all of the decisions about Avi. Bini has the same parental rights as does Ari. Also, she had emergency surgery and came through it just fine so I don't understand her insistence of going to the U.S. outside of wanting to just leave. I understand preferring one's doctor, vet, etc., but it is not a short jaunt to go from Ethiopia to the U.S. for the surgery. I also think they did not show us the anger she directed towards Bini's sisters after Leonandro's (whatever) visit as they were still reeling from it and acknowledged how angry she was at them and even mentioned how much she hated them (which I would not be surprised she actually said to them). Wow, it was rich that Jenny said Summit's mom needed professional help. And Summit continues to lie in saying all of HIS lies were due to growing up watching his father appease his mother. Remind me how lying about being Michael Jones appeased his mother... I am kind of over Kenny and his expectations about how other people react. Armando even acknowledged that it took him until he was 20 to accept who he was so why should his parents have to adapt in a minute? Because he was married they have to readjust their understanding of their son. But, they do seem to be trying and his father is reaching out to Kenny and his family. I really wish that Armando and Kenny would not discuss Armando's family in front of Hannah. Her English is good and they could impact her perceptions of her grandparents who seem to be readjusting their perceptions and coming around even if it's not within Kenny's timeline. I did think the relationship between Cassidy and Armando's family was sincere and lovely.

Survivor was always a pretty straight-forward competition that was easy for me as a viewer to follow. This season it seems like they are patting themselves on the back for the complexities they have introduced: trekking up the hill, prisoners' dilemma, advantages/disadvantages of the immunity idols, etc. However, for me, they have complicated the game to the extent that I am a bit confused at times (i.e. Zander won an extra vote, then lost it in addition to his original vote when gaining a potential immunity idol that is dependent upon two other people finding theirs and reciting nonsensical statements...). I have watched Survivor from the very first episode but have been finding this season a bit confusing and therefore not as enjoyable. I think the producers (and Jeff!) need to re-evaluate the essential concept of Survivor and its appeal to its audience. I also think they need to quit congratulating themselves for the complications they add in order to ensure that their audience is entertained and enjoy the show (and are able to follow what is happening). As a side note, I am so not interested in the endless trek up the mountain and would much prefer to be able to see something of camp life and how they are able to work together to build a shelter and feed themselves.

I know that the yellow tribe women are hoping for a merge/swap, etc., but I think this vote will put a target on all of them have they have made their alliance crystal clear (which at this point in the game most players try to keep their alliances on the down low). Additionally, the fact that Tiffany is an unreliable player will become really clear and usually people like to ally with those whom they can rely upon and who act in rational ways. So, while the women chose to keep their alliance over Voce, their alliance may very well do them in.

Actually, I think it stems from either Evvie or Liana telling Tiffany that Voce mentioned voting her off and she totally overreacted and called him a jerk for saying her name. From that point on she targeted Voce which was noticeable as she had no real reason to not vote off Zander (all her arguments were nonsensical especially as Evvie had read the immunity idol instructions).

I think just "come on in" would work.

FINALLY a rose ceremony (but only after Wells try to be stern when addressing Ivan's disrespect towards the process, er, the journey, er, the rules, er, whatever...).

And Zack fell asleep in the second bedroom with his dog which led to his leaving in the morning to take his dog to doggie day care which in turn led to "Hurricane" Michaela appearing.

So, my question is: can it really be a Melrose Place reunion with Heather Locklear coming in and ruining their fantasies?

The Catfishee (?) had a daughter who stated she would get power of attorney (or something similar). I think the daughter should follow through with that as the Catfishee definitely seemed to have some other issues going on. I found it very interesting that Phil initially stated that the psychiatrist she saw said she was fine and then it came out that no, the psychiatrist found that she had something going on for which the psychiatrist prescribed medication. But, of course, Catfishee found that she was just fine and did not need the medication. That was such a huge red flag that there was far more going on here (and I can't decide if Phil already knew that the psychiatrist had found an issue or if he believed the summary that had been provided to him that indicated the woman was fine. Either way she needs help. And, although Phil got the woman to agree to see a neurologist, I noticed that he did not offer to send her to one/pay for one.

If Victor needed to take supplies back to the island Ellie should have given him what she bought and let him go alone. He knows the people and the devastation as well as how to get around. She added an extra layer to what he had to do in addition to being in people's way at the dock while she waited for him to return with a car. Also? She can just stop it with how stressful it was for her to see the island before returning to her hotel on the mainland; she should be supporting/thinking of the people who survived the hurricane and are living/dealing with the aftermath. Steven continues to see himself as uniquely special and is intent on reinforcing that in every scene we see. If Alina continues with him it would demonstrate that she wants to be on t.v. as badly as he. Very interesting that immediately after saying she wanted to marry Steven she told him not to cuddle with her (this was before Steven hesitated about marrying her). I think Summit's parents are very fortunate to have their younger son and his wife-they seem smart and nice. I think Summit and Jenny live quite well (based on the size of their house, etc.) so I can see why they both stay together (more TLC money!). I lost a bit of respect for Armando as this episode showed how his father loves him and is working on accepting and supporting him but not only did Armando seem upset with him that he wasn't following Armando's timeline, it really occurred to me that his father is very private and yet is showing his vulnerability and love on a t.v. show that Armando convinced him to be on. I don't think there is any way that Armando's parents would put themselves on t.v. (based on observing their reserve and deep emotion through the episode) except to try to please Armando. When his father was telling him how much he doesn't like being at large celebrations, Armando got upset at him (and maybe being at one wedding already for Armando was beyond the father's comfort level).

Oh nooooooos, the Netherlands couple didn't want the yard that the upstairs neighbors could (barely) look at, but chose the balcony apartment that everyone on the other side of the fence could see. Hmmmm...

I think that Jose and Michaela are mirror-images of each other in terms of their tempers even though we have seen more of Michaela's. However, Rachel seems to receive more support on the boards than does Zach even though I think Zach could be in the more dangerous situation in that Michaela seems like she could be violent (based on her reaction after Zach wasn't home that morning when he took his dog to day care). Unlike Zach, Rachel did tell Jose that she could not be married to him so she totally blocked any restoration of that relationship while many posters are telling Zach to give Michaela more chances (and, of course, Dr. Viv could not believe that Zach wasn't giving Michaela more chances...). In my opinion, both Jose and Michaela have shown their spouses and I don't think Rachel or Zach owe them additional opportunites to berate them. Maybe Rachel and Zach should start hanging out...

I almost missed this as I had forgotten it was premiering last night. However, I saw at the last minute it was starting. Whew! Things I really, really didn't like: seeing the crew (as we're repeatedly told that these survivors are on their own, blah, blah, blah...yes, I know there are multiple people in the crew, but showing it destroys some of the illusion); seeing film of their home lives (don't care-we start learning about them through the season and seeing their home lives definitely took me out of the show itself [I know that so many reality shows try to build personal stories, but I prefer those stories to slowly emerge as I'm getting to know the contestants]); Ricard focusing attention on himself so very, very early (and I blame him for the Brad fiasco-Ricard asked him what he thought, Brad hesitated, and Ricard told him to be honest, so Brad was honest [which, really, he should know not to do so if he's a fan, but then again, he wanted to build trust with his tribe-that's the real prisoner's dilemma...]); roll a dice to be safe (I do NOT want another Cirie situation in which someone does not receive one vote but because they are the only one withou immunity they are out). Things I wish I saw more of: camp building, food gathering, etc. Things I enjoyed: the immediate tribal decisions of separating two people out for the physical task versus solving a puzzle. Inter-tribal developments-the three chosen for the unknown task developing relationships so early in the game. Unintended hilarity during the challenges (i.e. not unclipping the boat). The fact that Survivor is BACK!!!!! Even with tons of annoying changes, it's back! I also agree with others that Jeff seems to have aged quite a bit which only reminds me of my own ongoing aging issues. Sigh. Even with all of the criticisms he receives (just and unjust IMO) I am still glad to see Jeff as he is central to Survivor (IMO).

I found that quite a bit of this didn't make a lot of sense to me. The house is keeping you out, so doesn't notice you're going in through the neighbors'? The ghosts didn't seem to know what the lives of their "persons" was like, but the real people didn't see through that (such as Susan's dad not knowing when he died, why he died, etc., the priest seeming very different than the "live" one had been towards Phil, etc.). I took it that the ghosts were manifestations from the house, not the real spirits of the deceased (and if they were, how did they all end up there?). Susan is rearing to use her powers now (or so it seems) while Luke is totally over it. So much just didn't make sense to me. Would I watch a 2nd season? Yes-and I would hope that they have clear plots lined up.

Although there has been speculation that perhaps SteVen is on the spectrum, after watching this episode I think that SteVen has a severe case of wanting attention (which Alina even referenced [he likes to be the center of attention]). I doubt he would have jumped in the pool if the camera hadn't been there. I think Alina is already regretting her decision-I also think it was enticing to have this grand romance AND be on t.v. but the reality is just starting to sink in. Loved how easy it was to get a new passport for Summit after all of the drama (AND the unnecessary disrespectful attempt to scam Hare Krishna for a missionary visa. Jenny is just as much of a scammer as Summit. It saddened me to see the aftermath of the hurricane. My heart and prayers are with all of those impacted (yes, I know it happened months ago, but it takes a long time to rebuild, etc.). It was interesting to note that they showed several moments of people working in traditional jobs in some of the locations. I enjoy seeing those references but it also made me wonder if the producers are acknowledging how boring this season is so they are padding out the episodes. Wow, was Leandro trying to get out of Ari's death hug but she just wouldn't let him go. She desperately wanted him to want her but realized he wasn't going to be her end-game. Leandro was very clearly referencing the two of them rather than just Ari and he went with the totally correct answer in missing Avi most of all. I wonder if being separated from her for a while and seeing her again helped him realize that it was definitely over on his part (obviously not on hers despite her numerous proclamations of love for Bini).

The comments about Myrla should be a trophy wife confuse me as I think she would have if she could have, but instead she's on this show...just like when people think some of the 90-Day Fiance participants should find someone in the U.S.: they don't want the ones they maybe could be with. I don't think Myrla is such a prize that a wealthy older person would seek her out.

I was surprised and a bit offended by Chynna's "Holy Spirit" chant or whatever it was. Yes, I know that people are able to say and do what they want, but to portray the Holy Spirit as "Santa" or an entity that exists just to give one what they want is disrespect towards those who believe in the Trinity.

The refrigerator case totally represents the idea of don't sell used goods to family, friends, or neighbors. If you're going to sell it, sell it to someone far, far away...

I wonder if Phil just really didn't care that much about Tonia's marriage to "Dirty John" and just booked her to get Debra on to promote her new book (which Robin told us everyone must read and it is a real service to all of us). Tonia wasn't on that long before Debra and then her daughter came out. It was also interesting that Tonia's daughters would not allow themselves to be filmed but did record comments for the show-I bet they wish this would all just go away, but it seems like there's still some money to be made through connections to "Dirty John."

I actually can fast-forward through this show fairly quickly due to how much exposition Sara has to give in each episode. Although it can be interesting to hear how contestants choose their answers in the one-on-one section, it can get overly long (especially due to all the "basically I just guessed" answers they give). I wish there was more "content" to the show, but maybe it's too complicated if they need the extensive explanations. I was glad Ken caught the contestants. I liked the woman who was the first contestant as she was a real fan of the show and Jeopardy.

I so guessed wrong about the Hustler this week. I thought it was Rebecca until she was sent out by the Hustler (the way she questioned people I felt was to deflect...I was wrong). And then I thought it was Kristin because she KEPT saying how annoyed she was because the Hustler was letting them get the answers wrong. My "spidey" sense must be off. Fun episode!

I just found this episode so very boring. They showed way too much of their "fun, romantic dates..." Show one dart being thrown/shot, show a quick bit of cooking together, but don't belabor the interactions by showing way too much of them (notice I didn't include the goats, because I could watch them for a long time [although I would never ever want their dirty hooves walking anywhere on me]). I guess there wasn't anything else to show-this episode was so much filler. So, last week my heart softened towards Myrla, but this week it hardened up again. And, yes, brunch every weekend is too much, especially as there will be many weeks that Gil works the whole weekend or one of the days (fire schedules shift) leaving him without a weekend day for other things/people. Myrla also cares more about the appearance of the restaurant/drinks than the actual food (firefighters tend to know good food; we went to real "holes in the wall" when I was growing up that had amazing food because my father was a firefighter and, again, firefighters know good food!). Oh, and let him eat his chocolate chip cookies! I think Myrla enjoys feeling superior and it is really starting to show (IMO). Johnny and Bao both annoy me (for different reasons). But, what is quite interesting is how so many of these participants think they deserve beyond who their spouse is, not realizing that they themselves are the sole reason they hadn't been married prior to this.

So, Tammy was with Aaron then Thomas who went out with Becca. Exactly how much time did they even spend together that she gave him "everything"?

I would hope these were staged photos because I think she does look really out of it and extremely thin (as in not eating). As much as I like to snark on Wendy, I truly hope that if the photos accurately convey what is going on with her that she will receive the necessary help and support. For all of the vanity she consistently shows I find it hard to believe that she really would allow herself to be photographed like this.

Okay, I'm just going to say it-I really didn't think the "prettiest pie" was all that pretty. I actually couldn't believe it won that title. I guess the reality is that I would hate to see the pies that lost (yuck!). I know there was some design in the meringue, but it just looked like patches of browned meringue and where she ran out of meringue she just put a big orange slice. I have seen what I consider to be beautiful pies, but this wasn't one (IMO).