S11.E03: It's Not The First Time

[Koalagirl]

Now I see why they aired these last two weddings on the same episode.   Bennett/Amelia lightened the mood, which was sorely needed as a relief from the supremely uncomfortable interaction between Henry/Christina.

[JapMo]

3 minutes ago, Koalagirl said:

Now I see why they aired these last two weddings on the same episode.   Bennett/Amelia lightened the mood, which was sorely needed as a relief from the supremely uncomfortable interaction between Henry/Christina.

Let's face it....Henry wants the hot "friend" that Brett was hitting on at the bachelor party.  He'd jump on her in a millisecond if she would give him any encouragement.  But she's not only done the second worst thing ever to do to a guy....put him in the friend zone....she's also doing the worst thing.  If you're a woman you can see it clear as day.  She knows he's got the hots for her and she's digging that adoration yet she isn't attracted to him in THAT way so she just uses him as a convenient escort (buffer), plays along and gives him a couple hugs and kisses on the cheek to keep him happy, all the while checking out other dudes.  If nothing pans out, she doesn't have to sit alone by herself at the bar and look pathetic.  He's always conveniently there.

[OnTime]

This is going to be a LONG season.....

I don't think I'm up for another round of them all at the same honeymoon place, moving in the same apt building, together for a cooking class., couples retreat.....

but we may not see that much of them as group since COVID.

[endure]

Damn ~ Henry should have asked for a nice girl 😬

[humbleopinion]

I feel bad when Henry has to watch what a pill Christina was to everyone including production before the ceremony and then to him in her THs.

Henry look at her, dammit...You May turn into a pillar of salt...but you gotta look...

 

Edited July 30, 2020 by humbleopinion

[Blissfool]

2 hours ago, Elizzikra said:

Henry's Harem needs to sober up and go home. I didn't like any of them, especially the brunette who was super judgey about Christina for having gone on MAFS.

Wasn't that the same friend that with him at the casting interview and at the bachelor party? She, the object of Brett's unwanted advances?

[princelina]

13 minutes ago, Blissfool said:

Wasn't that the same friend that with him at the casting interview and at the bachelor party? She, the object of Brett's unwanted advances?

Yes - for tonight at least she was the biggest jerk on the show.

[Ms.C.]

1 hour ago, Straycat80 said:

These women at these weddings. Amelia’s  friends still wearing those veils, Henry’s drunk friends, Olivias’s friends hate Brett.  Move on to the wedding night already! 

Warching the toasts, it’s obvious why Henry and Brett are so dysfunctional.  Too much stupid testosterone in male members of those two families. Brett and Henry don’t fit and are awkward in figuring out how to find rapport.   I feel sorry for both.  

Bennett idles high per mom. He and Amelia will be fine.  I bet he was a difficult student shen younger.  Too smart for most teachers.   Off in his own universe.  

[JapMo]

15 minutes ago, Blissfool said:

Wasn't that the same friend that with him at the casting interview and at the bachelor party? She, the object of Brett's unwanted advances?

She had to come to "protect" her poor, dear, very very best friend Henry and make sure he didn't pick the wrong female because, of course, she cares so much about him and wants him to be happy (just not with anyone but her).  Unfortunately, the selection process was closed off, but no worries.  She never thought he'd match up with anyone anyway.  Shock of shocks...he did.  There's nothing else to do but go in determined not to like Henry's wife and not have a good time at the wedding.  That doesn't mean she couldn't get incredibly sloshed and obnoxious at the same time.  After all, new wifey puts a crimp in her routine of dragging Henry with her whenever she wants to find a guy but doesn't want to go alone.  She wants Henry to continue being her bar buddy so she can laugh uproariously at everything he says....within earshot of the cute dude at the next table...and excuse herself to go flirt outrageously at any attractive man and then slide right back in to the booth with Henry, who's continued to order (and pay for) all her drinks. 

Methinks Christina has already figured this chick out.  And mark my words.....she and Christina will butt heads, and quickly.  

 

[LaLaLaLa]

3 hours ago, gonecrackers said:

Some of these people should never be handed a mic.

No kidding. None of them should ever have access to a mic. The only semi-funny comment in any of the speeches was Henry's goofy ass dad saying Henry will now be buying for two on his credit card.

And Bennett's mom...put a sock in it. It's amazing that Bennett turned out somewhat normal (good quirky, genuine, and nice) with her influence in his life. 

[LaLaLaLa]

4 hours ago, rebel2u said:

Henry's all-girl squad seems kinda bitchy.

Is Henry their friend or their pet?

Henry doesn't come across as a guy who likes women. So he very well may be their pet.

Edited July 30, 2020 by LaLaLaLa

[Blissfool]

We all know Christina is a bitch, BUT I feel a need to defend her on one aspect. Hear me out, y'all....

When she got to the altar, I feel she was open to the experience, but Henry's face was strangely magnetized toward the officiant. He could not bring himself to look at Christina and he started to twitch so bad. He didn't break the ice, he instead made it incredibly awkward and at one point I thought I even noticed Christina's eyes tearing up. Kudos to her for breaking the ice with the Taylor Swift giggle and for sneaking in a few kisses.

[LaLaLaLa]

3 hours ago, Soup333 said:

Olivia’s friends are NOT here for Brett. I love it. 

One of Olivia's friends (the one grilling Brett) seems infatuated with her...and a bit overprotective. There may be an agenda.

[humbleopinion]

Amelia’s niece, Clover calling Bennett “Uncle Ben” was very cute.
Bennett’s sister just got married and Bennett officiated...in his red and gold elephant trucker hat.

Thermoses of peanut butter....

Brett’s brothers were able to speak to Olivia without belchIng and farting...so a win.

Brett was on his best behavior...start the clock to see how long it lasts...

Woody asking to be taken under the wings of Amani’s Dad and Stepdad was touching.

Henry is a nice man but he is stressed...to the point of distraction, his facial tics got triggered.

Henry’s father toast was torturous for the groom and the rest of us.

Buy Twalet Paypa for 2 with my credit card.....

Amani’s broom stick is stuck up Christina’s butt....she does not seem pleased with her stranger spouse...
Poor Henry, his wife has no patience for him.

Enjoyed the New Orleans umbrella parades for each reception.

 

 

Edited July 30, 2020 by humbleopinion

[Blissfool]

I loved watching Miles' parents discussing Miles' mama's boy status.

[LaLaLaLa]

53 minutes ago, JapMo said:

She had to come to "protect" her poor, dear, very very best friend Henry and make sure he didn't pick the wrong female because, of course, she cares so much about him and wants him to be happy (just not with anyone but her).  Unfortunately, the selection process was closed off, but no worries.  She never thought he'd match up with anyone anyway.  Shock of shocks...he did.  There's nothing else to do but go in determined not to like Henry's wife and not have a good time at the wedding.  That doesn't mean she couldn't get incredibly sloshed and obnoxious at the same time.  After all, new wifey puts a crimp in her routine of dragging Henry with her whenever she wants to find a guy but doesn't want to go alone.  She wants Henry to continue being her bar buddy so she can laugh uproariously at everything he says....within earshot of the cute dude at the next table...and excuse herself to go flirt outrageously at any attractive man and then slide right back in to the booth with Henry, who's continued to order (and pay for) all her drinks. 

Methinks Christina has already figured this chick out.  And mark my words.....she and Christina will butt heads, and quickly.  

 

Henry and friend may be unaware that they are competing. 

Christina may have diva tendencies but she's the one thar got screwed with the coupling.

[Jack Sampson]

42 minutes ago, JapMo said:

After all, new wifey puts a crimp in her routine of dragging Henry with her whenever she wants to find a guy but doesn't want to go alone.  She wants Henry to continue being her bar buddy so she can laugh uproariously at everything he says....within earshot of the cute dude at the next table...and excuse herself to go flirt outrageously at any attractive man and then slide right back in to the booth with Henry, who's continued to order (and pay for) all her drinks. 

Methinks Christina has already figured this chick out.  And mark my words.....she and Christina will butt heads, and quickly.  

 

It makes me insane when guys like Henry fall for it.  Where's your pride, boy?

[Blissfool]

Does anyone know if Henry's dad is Brett's long-lost older brother? Uncle, perhaps? 

He certainly acts tacky like them.

[bichonblitz]

Love Miles parents, Amani's 2 dads and Karen's beautiful mother.  

Bennett is adorable and good looking under all that nerdiness. Pretty teeth, great smile, nice jawline and awesome hair (if he would bother with a style). No wonder hairy pits Amelia is smitten. Those bridesmaids. "What is your hygiene like"? WTF? 

There must be more to Henry than meets the eye. There has to be when he has those cray cray drunken bitches for friends. 

I don't get why Olivia and her friends keep saying how gorgeous Brett is. Not seeing it at all. 

Curious to see how this show is going to remain interesting when they are in quarantine. Talk about getting on each other's nerves.....

Edited July 30, 2020 by bichonblitz

[Racj82]

On 7/29/2020 at 10:27 PM, Straycat80 said:

These women at these weddings. Amelia’s  friends still wearing those veils, Henry’s drunk friends, Olivias’s friends hate Brett.  Move on to the wedding night already! 

Shout out to the one bridesmaid last year that so many people were judging (are you gonna bring the fire?). She was a lightweight compared to some of these people.

Edited July 31, 2020 by Racj82

[humbleopinion]

Brett’s 3 brothers worried that Brett’s stranger wife was someone one of them dated....That would be both horrifying and nauseating to any woman

Woody’s friend to Amani...”Can I add you as (Woody’s) Plus One...to my wedding?

Amani...Do you know your wife?

har har

The fringed veils make Amelia’s bridesmaids look like bearded gnus.

Bennett won the Groom Games
Best answer to Armpit hair...shows Amelia’s strength, confidence and liberation..
Catching the 🥚On the string in his pie hole..success at the Fatsi tradition
Best first dance..she got twirled and he self dipped backwards with a yowl
Thoughtful vows
He  danced with a doggie guest

 

 

Edited July 30, 2020 by humbleopinion

[qtpye]

10 hours ago, Straycat80 said:

Amelia and Bennett are acting like giggly tweens. They met at a party awhile ago, I’d like to know more...

I think it might be a MAFS dream come true. Getting matched up with the cute guy you met once and was kind of crushing on, but he was with someone else at the time.

 

9 hours ago, CSunshine76 said:

I’m behind but I think Henry is just adorable.  Super quiet and shy, but he’s cute!  And his Dad cracked me up!

 

eta: yikes, awkward at the altar during the ceremony!  I feel like he has a hard time looking people in the eye.  I used to as well, but you usually get over that by his age.  And especially at your wedding!  (Still love him, don’t ruin it Henry!)

 

9 hours ago, Elizzikra said:

He said he did - he said he lacks self confidence and that makes it difficult for him to look people in the eye.

Did Christina seriously say that she gets her ideas of what a healthy marriage is from tv and movies and she doesn't see why she can't have that too? Well for starters, because tv and movie marriages aren't real? I mean, I guess it depends on what sort of entertainment you watch, but - God. 

I did love Christina's bridesmaid dresses. They were lovely. And I think she looked beautiful as well, but for the pissy expression on her face.

 

9 hours ago, Suzy Rhapsody said:

Henry’s female friends appear to have been overserved at this wedding.  Get it together, ladies. 

 

9 hours ago, rebel2u said:

Henry's all-girl squad seems kinda bitchy.

Is Henry their friend or their pet?

 

8 hours ago, Elizzikra said:

Henry's Harem needs to sober up and go home. I didn't like any of them, especially the brunette who was super judgey about Christina for having gone on MAFS.

 

8 hours ago, Empress1 said:

Right - when she said she judged people who did that, I thought “Do you judge Henry?”

I’m very ready to be done with these weddings. 

 

8 hours ago, Kira53 said:

After seeing this wedding she will learn to close her mouth.  If not it will take a bee going into her mouth and stinging her.  I've seen it happen.

I hadn't thought about that.

I love everything about Karen's mother's presentation.  Stunning stunning stunning.

Predicted that.  Perfect match on paper.  Great so far.  Amelia is over the world.  Imagine meeting somebody at a party that you were attracted to and the next thing you know you wake up and you're in the bed next to them and you're married to them!

 

7 hours ago, Archer27 said:

Henry and Christina are both drips. They looked like they were on their most awful blind date.

Love Bennett and Amelia; Woody and Amani; Miles (not Karen) I am rooting for them. 

Olivia was given the worst of the worst. She is smiling through it all, saying how excited she is...she is attracted to her husband. Deep down, she may realize she got the short end of the straw.

 

 

 

 

6 hours ago, JapMo said:

Let's face it....Henry wants the hot "friend" that Brett was hitting on at the bachelor party.  He'd jump on her in a millisecond if she would give him any encouragement.  But she's not only done the second worst thing ever to do to a guy....put him in the friend zone....she's also doing the worst thing.  If you're a woman you can see it clear as day.  She knows he's got the hots for her and she's digging that adoration yet she isn't attracted to him in THAT way so she just uses him as a convenient escort (buffer), plays along and gives him a couple hugs and kisses on the cheek to keep him happy, all the while checking out other dudes.  If nothing pans out, she doesn't have to sit alone by herself at the bar and look pathetic.  He's always conveniently there.

 

5 hours ago, JapMo said:

She had to come to "protect" her poor, dear, very very best friend Henry and make sure he didn't pick the wrong female because, of course, she cares so much about him and wants him to be happy (just not with anyone but her).  Unfortunately, the selection process was closed off, but no worries.  She never thought he'd match up with anyone anyway.  Shock of shocks...he did.  There's nothing else to do but go in determined not to like Henry's wife and not have a good time at the wedding.  That doesn't mean she couldn't get incredibly sloshed and obnoxious at the same time.  After all, new wifey puts a crimp in her routine of dragging Henry with her whenever she wants to find a guy but doesn't want to go alone.  She wants Henry to continue being her bar buddy so she can laugh uproariously at everything he says....within earshot of the cute dude at the next table...and excuse herself to go flirt outrageously at any attractive man and then slide right back in to the booth with Henry, who's continued to order (and pay for) all her drinks. 

Methinks Christina has already figured this chick out.  And mark my words.....she and Christina will butt heads, and quickly.  

 

 

5 hours ago, Blissfool said:

We all know Christina is a bitch, BUT I feel a need to defend her on one aspect. Hear me out, y'all....

When she got to the altar, I feel she was open to the experience, but Henry's face was strangely magnetized toward the officiant. He could not bring himself to look at Christina and he started to twitch so bad. He didn't break the ice, he instead made it incredibly awkward and at one point I thought I even noticed Christina's eyes tearing up. Kudos to her for breaking the ice with the Taylor Swift giggle and for sneaking in a few kisses.

 

4 hours ago, Jack Sampson said:

It makes me insane when guys like Henry fall for it.  Where's your pride, boy?

Henry reminds me of some guys I knew from college. Initially, they attract good looking women because they are fairly nice looking themselves. However, they get friend zoned because they are total duds in the personality department. Sometimes the pretty girls keep them around for convenience. They pretend they care about the guy and want to protect him from the claws of other women but they just want to keep him at their beck and call. These girls end up treating these guys like eunuchs yet block them from having healthy relationships with other women.

That said, Henry appeared to want to sink in the floor when he saw his bride at the alter. He actually appeared to be getting shorter. She seemed just as unimpressed with him.

[jennyf]

10 hours ago, Empress1 said:

HENRY IS FRIEND WITH TRISHELLE FROM THE REAL WORLD?!

Thank you!!!!! When he said “that’s Trishelle” I thought to myself, “I haven’t heard that name in a while” but then it didn’t even occur to me that Real World Trishelle would ACTUALLY be on my TV ever again. Whoa. 

[LakeGal]

I remember Henry said he preferred petite women.  In heels Christina was a bit taller than him. 

[Booger666]

Amelia is acting high AF at her wedding and reception.   Hmmm.

[OnTime]

38 minutes ago, LakeGal said:

I remember Henry said he preferred petite women.  In heels Christina was a bit taller than him. 

The experts said the same thing when they were talking about matching them.

Just another question to ask, why did they go ahead and match Henry with someone taller and non-petite?  I think Christina is going to bring out the worst in him.

[becauseIsaidso]

As a socially awkward introvert, I have a soft spot for Henry - especially having to do it all on camera.  I do like him and  hope he is able to open up and relax more with Christina once the cameras are gone. The second they emphasized Christina's negative side with the pre-ceremony TH and the nonsense about missing earrings, I've been wondering who she pissed off in production, and am now giving her the benefit of a very big doubt.

[Neurochick]

19 minutes ago, Booger666 said:

Amelia is acting high AF at her wedding and reception.   Hmmm.

I think they all were high AF especially at the reception.

Quote

As a socially awkward introvert, I have a soft spot for Henry - especially having to do it all on camera. 

Here's what I'm confused about.  Why would a socially awkward introvert even want to be on a reality show?

Edited July 30, 2020 by Neurochick

[Hangin Out]

Is anyone having a problem posting on their I pad or any device?  I can’t get to page 2 or thereafter to post.

[Hangin Out]

Is anyone having a problem posting on their I pad or any device?  I can’t get to page 2 or thereafter to post.

[HZAnita]

I have family members very similar to Henry in that they are extremely socially awkward, have a hard time looking people in the eye, and have difficulty forming relationships outside family, especially intimate relationships, but they are on the spectrum.  

Anyway...

Best moments of the episode for me:  

1. Brett's face when Olivia revealed she loves Lil Wayne and had been to a concert (Heeeeeeeeeeeeee!!! I think I love Olivia.)
2. Amani's straight-faced question: "So do you know your wife?"
3. Woody bonding with his new dads
4. Realizing that Amelia probably had a crush on Bennett when she met him. 🥰

Worst moments of the episode for me:

1. Henry's father
2. Drunk Flora, Fauna, and Merryweather hovering with their wands (champagne glasses), ready to whisk Prince Henry away from Evil Christina to a safe cottage in the woods
3. The raw egg "tradition"
4. Realizing that all this time I was worried for Henry, but it was really Christina who may be in for a world of hurt.

[Retired at last]

There have been some issues with this site this morning, so I hope this posts.

About last night. . .

I think Amelia and Bennett are going to be fine. I just can't stand watching Amelia with her mouth gaping all the time. She still seems like she has to "work for the quirk" because it is a role she wants to play. Bennett is the real deal, and after seeing his mother, how else would he have turned out?

When Christina said that all of her expectations about relationships are from movies I knew it was over for them. It was really sad that Henry couldn't even have looked at her during the wedding and if there is going to be any physical intimacy, she is going to have to be the driver. I don't think she has the patience for him and when she blurted out about her earrings while he was talking, I wanted him to call her on it, but he got the message and he knows who she is. Once they are quarantined, I don't hold out any hope at all for these two. Henry does seem like a nice man, but I would not want to marry into that family. Sorry, Henry's dad. You were not funny. And for Christina to even say that she has no idea what her husband's name was is very telling. If you hear nothing else at your wedding, you should hear your spouse's name!

I am not sure why Henry has that girl squad, but they were horrible. I never saw that show Trischelle was on, but she and the brunette were total bitches and I hope Henry dumps them.

Olivia was so happy that she and Brett had Taco Bell in common, she seemed to miss the comment that he does not do fast food and he kind made a face at it. She forced him into picking one and it happened to be her favorite. She remains hopeful, but I hope she is realistic and not going to look like a fool when all the signs have been there. I can't watch Unfilitered because I just can't stand that Jamie, but I was interested that they showed the clip of Brett being a jerk at the bachelor party to Olivia. I wonder how that show continues during the quarantine.

I do like Miles, and I really hope that Karen relaxes and gives him a real chance. She is gorgeous and her wedding dress was one of the prettiest I have seen. On the other hand, I hope that Miles does not become a doormat trying to earn her affection and that there is a mutual attraction and respect between them. 

I still can't be sure about Amani and Woody. Her words indicate that she is happy and attracted, but her face still reads unsure and skeptical. She may just have that very dry sense about her, much like Deonna did and that worked out for them. I liked that Woody bonded with his new dads and I hope he stays as the good guy he appears to be now - as opposed to the comic player he seemed to start out being.

[Soup333]

Please correct me if I’m wrong, but was the point of Big Daddy Henry’s longwinded story that his bumbling son spends too much of his (Big Daddy’s) money on his (Henry’s) disabled mother? 

[HZAnita]

14 minutes ago, Soup333 said:

Please correct me if I’m wrong, but was the point of Big Daddy Henry’s longwinded story that his bumbling son spends too much of his (Big Daddy’s) money on his (Henry’s) disabled mother? 

Oh!  I thought Big Daddy Henry was implying that Henry used Big Daddy's credit card to buy things for himself (e.g., gas, toilet paper), but I zoned out after the first few seconds, so I could have misunderstood.

[Cammi]

We gotta stop with this Disney Princess Crap ladies. Christina’s relationship maturity level was shocking. She was just there for the wedding. To be a “princess”. To have her “day”. No thought to what comes after and even admitted she bases relationships after what she sees in movies. Hon... no. Just no. Treat yo’self Christina! Be a princess everyday! You don’t need “one” special day to shine! So over the Bridezilla/wedding porn fad. Henry is either intimidated by her or has zero interest. The saddest part was I think Christina genuinely believed this was a legit wedding and not a mockery of marriage made for our TV viewing pleasure. 
 

Olivia looks like SNL the character actress Nora Dunn 

[Stella Rose]

Oh boy,   I have to echo the love for Amelia and Bennett - but - they both seem like the type that the quirks ore so adorable at first, gosh you could just eat them up - then they grate.  Like granny's old knuckle-buster box grater - until there is blood.  I hope that their quirks fit and they do well though.

Henry and...  CHristina (?)  Yawn.  I think I dozed off every time these two were on screen.

As to last weeks' couples - they all seem ok, but I think Brett is ging to be a major, major problem.   He may even unseat Puke, Sean, and Matt for worst MAFS husband in history.

[humbleopinion]

29 minutes ago, Soup333 said:

Please correct me if I’m wrong, but was the point of Big Daddy Henry’s longwinded story that his bumbling son spends too much of his (Big Daddy’s) money on his (Henry’s) disabled mother? 

Henry said His Daddy's Tawlet Paypa toast was torture.

 Then we got to watch Henry's Drunk Bitches slurring and pawing at Christina.

The best part was when Henry pulled her away from their Sloshed clutches....

[LaLaLaLa]

1 hour ago, Retired at last said:

There have been some issues with this site this morning, so I hope this posts.

And for Christina to even say that she has no idea what her husband's name was is very telling. If you hear nothing else at your wedding, you should hear your spouse's name!

 

Can you blame her? She may not be getting the best edit but she was coupled with (at least to this point) perhaps the worst casting decision in this show's history. Hell, if it wasn't for his name appearing on the screen (and lots of comments here), I wouldn't remember his name. He is the kind of person that needs to have a permanent name tag attached to his chest.

He certainly shouldn't have received the moniker "the Reserved Gentleman". Reserved, yes. Gentleman, no. If he was a true "gentleman" (by the way, I personally hate that term), he would have made an effort to make Christina feel comfortable. I don't blame her one bit for crapping on him with earring comment. Good for her. He was being a complete ass. A better moniker would be "The Deceptive Gentleman"...and deceptive can go a couple ways.

Edited July 30, 2020 by LaLaLaLa
Split into two paragraphs for easier reading

[humbleopinion]

I'm going to give Henry some wiggle room to redeem himself since he may have been in shock from the cameras in his face, the chaos of being the center of attention of the wedding guests...he may have just shut down and his brain was in panic mode all evening...

Christina in her own way was just as nervous so she focused on herself...she asked Henry if he thought she looked pretty, she spoke over him when he was trying to speak to her, she looked out to her mother for solace, she appeared indifferent to Henry sitting next to her.

Christina gets second chances to show us why she was chosen by production to marry Henry...other than she has a pulse...

They are a striking couple.

[Neurochick]

1 hour ago, Retired at last said:

And for Christina to even say that she has no idea what her husband's name was is very telling. If you hear nothing else at your wedding, you should hear your spouse's name!

Christina called him "Luke."  (maybe she's a Star Wars fan)

Once again, if that's what Henry is, why would a socially awkward introvert even want to be on this show, or on any reality show?  I don't get it.  

Edited July 30, 2020 by Neurochick

[Blissfool]

1 hour ago, Retired at last said:

 

Olivia was so happy that she and Brett had Taco Bell in common, she seemed to miss the comment that he does not do fast food and he kind made a face at it. She forced him into picking one and it happened to be her favorite.

🤣🤣🤣....he was probably being sarcastic, picked the worst one out there, and she was all, "Me too!!" 🤣🤣

56 minutes ago, Soup333 said:

Please correct me if I’m wrong, but was the point of Big Daddy Henry’s longwinded story that his bumbling son spends too much of his (Big Daddy’s) money on his (Henry’s) disabled mother? 

He loads up on things for the mom, but also loads up on things for himself!

Edited July 30, 2020 by Blissfool

[ramble]

I want to like Amelia and Bennett but between the pit hair, the veiled trio, and the gaping maw of death it’s hard. Okay maybe it just Amelia I’m struggling with. I agree with the poster who said these aren’t my people. I don’t mind some odd and quirky but I feel like this is quirky overload. Like going to the fair and eating cotton candy, a funnel cake and a snow cone and then having a sugar stomach ache. Way too much all at once. And the ice cream, freezer, cherries and banana sex discussion was ridiculous and went on for far too long. 

I want to say poor Henry but good grief gravy why is this guy on this show?!? He is painfully uncomfortable and can’t even make minimal chit chat. Not that I think his bride is a prize. If she thinks marriage is going to be like a romantic movie she is going to be so disappointed. I wonder if Henry thought doing this show might wake up whichever one of his honey bees he has buzzing around him that he desires and they’d suddenly realize he’s more than “just a friend”. Ain’t going to happen dude. 

I hope Woody is the guy who showed up at the wedding and not the player that was in the pre-wedding shows. I loved how easily the dad and stepdad got along. What a nice change to see compared to many situations. Maybe they can be a force of good in Woody’s life. He sounds like he would really like to have an older man’s influence in his life. 

Who else? Oh yeah Brett, who thinks he is sexy and smooth but is not quite last call level of yuck but it’s getting late and the bar is emptying out. I think Olivia is going to lose her optimism sooner rather than later. I am holding hope for Miles because he seems so genuine and nice but I can’t tell if his bride is into him or just appreciates a good foot rub. 

[qtpye]

3 hours ago, Neurochick said:

I think they all were high AF especially at the reception.

Here's what I'm confused about.  Why would a socially awkward introvert even want to be on a reality show?

My guess is because he has a ton of attractive female friends who use him as a purse holder, chauffeur, and wallet but has not gotten laid in years because he has let these very same friends cock block anyone who was remotely interested.

[Neurochick]

I was annoyed at Karen's mom for questioning anything about Miles.  Karen was going with a man who had a baby with someone else WHILE he was with her.  Obviously "her type" didn't work.  

[LakeGal]

I laughed when Christina's mom shut the door on her daughter's train and continued to walk ahead of her like she was the bride.  She acted like it was her day.  

At least Christina did get flowers from Henry before the wedding.  She can quit complaining no man (other than grandfather) has bought her flowers.  

[cinsays]

16 hours ago, Straycat80 said:

It just hit me who Christina looks like, Patty Stanger from The Millionaire Matchmaker. 

ugh, yes, personality too and that is not a good thing

[cinsays]

15 hours ago, Empress1 said:

They feel like a prank, like the show just put them together to fuck with the audience.

yeah, maybe that's it

the real couples are Olivia and Henry and Christina and Brett and the next episode has the "experts" revealing the surprise.  so fun...not

[DrewPaul2010]

First impressions...

Amelia and Bennet

Two things any couple needs to survive marriage. A sense of humor and being able to roll with the punches and they have shown those characteristics. I suspect Amelia is one of those woman who looks better in jeans and a nice top with less make up and no bird on her head than dolled up in a wedding dress. Win, lose or draw they both had fun at their wedding which is more than we can say for some...

Amani and Woody

I'm not sure either of these two are who they are under normal circumstances when the rush and adrenaline wear off. First impressions are important and so far they like each other.

Olivia and Brett

Didn't find this couple very intriguing you'd think couples married strangers every day. 

Christina and Henry

Jessica and Austin of last season were very awkward when they first met but in a cute kind of way. They were alleviating each others jitters and that's what nice people do. For Christina to say to the camera man she doesn't recall her new husbands name was (even if true) about as despicable as you can be and reveals her character in stunning detail. Reasonably the viewers demand you marry at first sight and accept your spouse as is where is. Its like someone agreeing to stand before an audience and take off all their clothes and they they refusing to do it to a chorus of boos. I can't think of any couples who stumbled this poorly out of the gate and end up righting the ship. On mere appearances they look like a good couple but Henry is a wet mop personality wise. Its hard to understand how he didn't come better prepared with things to talk about or questions to ask. We may not see the real Henry until a few episodes...

Karen and Miles

The age disparity with the man being younger is always a cause for concern. They both seem very nice though. Time will tell.

 

 

 

 

 

[bichonblitz]

3 hours ago, Neurochick said:

Here's what I'm confused about.  Why would a socially awkward introvert even want to be on a reality show?

And have those crazy women as friends? It doesn't add up. 

[gonecrackers]

Christina's self-involved but if anyone can handle the tacky coven hovering around wimpy Henry, she can.

On one hand I felt bad for Henry being so nervous, but then he didn't protect his new bride from that nasty bunch of hanger-on bitches he thinks are "friends", & I hate that shit so he pissed me off there.

Henry looked mortified every time his father opened his mouth. Dad was kind of sweet but doesn't know what's appropriate & when to stop.

I don't think Henry was at all happy about his tall bride, & seemed checked out. Christina didn't step out of her own atmosphere she lives in to notice, yet.

I hope Woody is for real. I don't blame Amani if she hangs back a bit. He's a major flirt & she should try to determine whether he's serious, or not.

It seems Karen is warming up to Miles, hopefully.

My MAFS conspiracy theory this season: Amelia & Bennett were already a couple & are doing the show for a free wedding, honeymoon, temporary living arrangements until her residency starts, whatever paycheck they offer, & exposure for actor Bennett (& his mom by default 🙄). Oh, also, the show is in on it because it's an easy "success story" = win-win for all involved.  😉

So glad there are other couples because those two are some serious "quirky" overload.

I've already said it & will probably be saying it a lot this season - poor Olivia.