S08.E17: The Troll Toll

[tvrox]

14 minutes ago, MagicEyes said:

I'm not a psychic, but I can safely say that there's a 0% chance Jasmine will win anything in this pageant. 

Not MIss Cogeniality?

[SunnyBeBe]

Is there another hour?  Omg…that’s outrageous.  Lol 

[Eldemarge]

OMG Angela's teeth are chopping nightmares.

[Suzywriter]

6 minutes ago, judylo said:

Something about needing to repair her stomach—does anyone recall the details? I know it was discussed on the show and here, a while ago.

She had that muscle separation thing (rectus abdominus diastasis). Most women have it after a few kids--it causes a floppy belly and loss of some core strength. Just that repair would have been easy, and would not have turned her into The Moaning Mummy who can't lift a finger for months.

[tvrox]

16 minutes ago, MagicEyes said:

Probably the same place you get costumes for ice skaters. 

As a huge ice skating fan, I say no way! :) 

[SunnyBeBe]

3 minutes ago, magemaud said:

Loren’s abdominal wall separation required surgical repair following three caesareans. 

I’ve lost 87 pounds since last summer and have a little pooch that needs something. Mine’s just skin though.  

[Zombness]

Home Michael?  You barely got there.

[sainte-chapelle]

1 minute ago, Eldemarge said:

OMG Angela's teeth are chopping nightmares.

They are nightmare fuel

[Suzywriter]

5 minutes ago, magemaud said:

Loren’s abdominal wall separation required surgical repair following three caesareans. 

That would have been easy, covered by insurance and required no lying.

Edited July 8, 2024 by Suzywriter

[Pepper Mostly]

1 minute ago, SunnyBeBe said:

I’ve lost 87 pounds since last summer and have a little pooch that needs something. Mine’s just skin though.  

Wow, you go girl! Congratulations, that's quite a feat! 

[tvrox]

OMG. She's a hoarder. And they have one fridge just for sodas?! No wonder the poor grandkids are obese. 

[Eldemarge]

Angela is a slob.  What a shock.

[Pepper Mostly]

20 minutes ago, MagicEyes said:

Probably the same place you get costumes for ice skaters. 

I'm thinking more stripper/dominatrix wear. With a stop at the craft store for sequins and feathers. 

[For Cereals]

9 minutes ago, zenme said:

I totally agree that Loren is entitled to want a career outside the home, but it just seems to me that there may have been a plan that Loren stay at home for a while and raise the children. I wouldn’t be surprised if this is an agreement Loren is reneging on. She tends to try to get one over on Alexei and ultimately get her way. I have no doubts Loren sold Alexei a different story when they were dating and now how changed the plan.  Maybe she’s counting on Alexei’s laid back manner. He’ll probably change his mind.

I bet they did have an agreement.  I can’t see Alex waking up wanting a trad wife one day.  It sounds ingrained. And it’s fine for her to change her mind but she has to do it the annoying Loren way, “I’ll show you!” instead of presenting a well thought out plan.  Although with all those babies, it’s probably cheaper for her to stay home…

[sainte-chapelle]

2 minutes ago, SunnyBeBe said:

I’ve lost 87 pounds since last summer and have a little pooch that needs something. Mine’s just skin though.  

I’m hesitant to comment on weight but if this was due to lifestyle change and hard work or a wanted change ( however it happened) then congratulations to you! That is hard work!

[Suzywriter]

2 minutes ago, sainte-chapelle said:

They are nightmare fuel

I suspect Skyla has some replacements as well. Notice she cuts an apple in small pieces rather than biting it?

[magemaud]

Just now, Suzywriter said:

That would have been easy, covered by imsurance and required no lying.

Right, it’s actually a form of tummy tuck and can be done with the robot. Loren also wanted liposuction and the fat removed put back in her breasts. 
But I have a question about that. How does the fat stay where it’s inserted? To be honest, her boobs don’t look any bigger to me. In fact, I don’t see much difference anywhere 

[tvrox]

17 minutes ago, Suzywriter said:

Does Ashley ever smile when talking to her husband?

I mean, would you? 

[For Cereals]

2 minutes ago, sainte-chapelle said:

I’m hesitant to comment on weight but if this was due to lifestyle change and hard work or a wanted change ( however it happened) then congratulations to you! That is hard work!

It’s always hard work…be it a combination of all factors including medical intervention.

[sainte-chapelle]

2 minutes ago, For Cereals said:

It’s always hard work…be it a combination of all factors including medical intervention.

💯..my friend has by pass surgery and anyone who thinks it is cheating or a magical solution is mistaken. Many years ago  I once said “ you look great “ to someone who said “ thanks but the chemo is making me lose weight “ …I know better now 

Edited July 8, 2024 by sainte-chapelle

[tvrox]

18 minutes ago, magemaud said:

There was an actual Miss International World Pageant held in 2023, but no sign of Jasmine on their website. I think this must have been some kind of preliminary training pageant. 
btw, it appears anyone who pays the fee can enter and women do so to pad their modeling portfolios, no pun intended. 
https://www.msinternationalworld.com/

Even the website is cringeworthy!  Looks like a late 90s early website design. 

[magemaud]

Emily’s pregnancy is literally the elephant in the room. 

[Suzywriter]

5 minutes ago, magemaud said:

Right, it’s actually a form of tummy tuck and can be done with the robot. Loren also wanted liposuction and the fat removed put back in her breasts. 
But I have a question about that. How does the fat stay where it’s inserted? To be honest, her boobs don’t look any bigger to me. In fact, I don’t see much difference anywhere 

Alexi summed it up: "I was happy before!"

[magemaud]

1 minute ago, tvrox said:

Even the website is cringeworthy!  Looks like a late 90s early website design. 

Did you read Angela’s bio? She got a Masters Degree in Opera from Juilliard! 

[tvrox]

If she's pregnant, I agree they should wait. Have the baby, let the other kids grow up a bit, and then have the older kids come back for a summer visit. 

[sainte-chapelle]

No momma “ we” don’t need to table the conversation..this is between Emily and Kobe

[judylo]

This Kobe desire to suddenly go back to Cameroon would be unfair except I bet it’s manufactured conflict.

[Pepper Mostly]

Just now, sainte-chapelle said:

No momma “ we” don’t need to table the conversation..this is between Emily and Kobe

The whole conversation is cringetastic. "What would we do in primitive, backward Cameroon? Would the kids have to wear plants for clothes? Do they have schools here? What about malaria?" God help us. 

[magemaud]

Here come the deliriously happy cottage cheese eaters. 

[Pepper Mostly]

OK, peeps, posted my bookcases on a few other free stuff groups and have interest on all of them, supposedly two will go tomorrow. Keep your fingers crossed, maybe burn some sage or something. I want those things GONE!

[tvrox]

20 minutes ago, SunnyBeBe said:

I’ve lost 87 pounds since last summer and have a little pooch that needs something. Mine’s just skin though.  

Wow! Good for you. 

[sainte-chapelle]

1 minute ago, Pepper Mostly said:

The whole conversation is cringetastic. "What would we do in primitive, backward Cameroon? Would the kids have to wear plants for clothes? Do they have schools here? What about malaria?" God help us. 

I like Emily but her snickers during the conversation got on my nerves. I do wonder if she was laughing because this is a bullshit storyline make up by TLC

[MagicEyes]

Just now, magemaud said:

Here come the deliriously happy cottage cheese eaters.

I do eat cottage cheese, but I don't act like that!

[Pepper Mostly]

Just now, magemaud said:

Here come the deliriously happy cottage cheese eaters. 

They're almost as alarming as those people who make love to their laundry.

[sainte-chapelle]

Why the fuck should a Masters degree cost under 11 k USD in the first place?Not a selling point. I actually didn’t get my masters because $$$$

[Pepper Mostly]

2 minutes ago, sainte-chapelle said:

I like Emily but her snickers during the conversation got on my nerves. I do wonder if she was laughing because this is a bullshit storyline make up by TLC

In her shoes I would find it difficult to contain my mirth.

[tvrox]

That breakfast looks delicious. Why is Loren wearing a winter sweater though? 

[Suzywriter]

11 minutes ago, magemaud said:

Did you read Angela’s bio? She got a Masters Degree in Opera from Juilliard! 

No way!

[Pepper Mostly]

4 minutes ago, magemaud said:

Here come the deliriously happy cottage cheese eaters. 

They're like those pictures one sees of women laughing with salad. 

Loren, you decided to pop out three babies in as many years. This was your choice. 

[Eldemarge]

Alexi wants to make sure she is still doing all the child care and housewife stuff while she works.  🙄

[tvrox]

13 minutes ago, magemaud said:

Did you read Angela’s bio? She got a Masters Degree in Opera from Juilliard! 

Wow either Julliard has lowered its standards or someone is lying. 

[Suzywriter]

10 minutes ago, judylo said:

This Kobe desire to suddenly go back to Cameroon would be unfair except I bet it’s manufactured conflict.

Maybe he's had enough of Overbearing Whiney & The Buttinski Twins.

[sainte-chapelle]

lol I love that Carlos and John get along …kinda backfired on Thais

Edited July 8, 2024 by sainte-chapelle

[tvrox]

8 minutes ago, Pepper Mostly said:

OK, peeps, posted my bookcases on a few other free stuff groups and have interest on all of them, supposedly two will go tomorrow. Keep your fingers crossed, maybe burn some sage or something. I want those things GONE!

Good luck! 

[Pepper Mostly]

Bookcase update: So, if the people are local Salemites, we often have mutual friends, and I always creep on their profiles to see who they are. One of the women who responded? MY SON was one of our mutuals! They worked together at the hotel! Isn't that a hoot? 

[tvrox]

9 minutes ago, Pepper Mostly said:

They're almost as alarming as those people who make love to their laundry.

Or the people who rave about sweeping! 

[For Cereals]

3 minutes ago, tvrox said:

Wow either Julliard has lowered its standards or someone is lying. 

Or it was like the year they opened as she is one of the undead…

[Suzywriter]

1 minute ago, Eldemarge said:

Alexi wants to make sure she is still doing all the child care and housewife stuff while she works.  🙄

I kind of get this. My ex husband did the opposite-- he tried to force me into the wageless housefrau role. That's why he's my ex. He still owes $49,000 in back child support, and the kids are in their 30s.

[tvrox]

Just now, Pepper Mostly said:

Bookcase update: So, if the people are local Salemites, we often have mutual friends, and I always creep on their profiles to see who they are. One of the women who responded? MY SON was one of our mutuals! They worked together at the hotel! Isn't that a hoot? 

Good! Your son can shame her if she doesn't respond to you in a timely manner!

Let him fall LOL! Carlos for the win. 

Wow this boat trip is a fun time, LOL. It's like Gilligan's island, Brazilian style. 

[bref]

Of all the many dislikeable characters we've seen on this franchise, for some reason Statler annoys me the most.