Week 2 - The right reason

Brooks gets first 1-on-1

And I am freaking out.  I picked him as my favorite from the BIO and was SHOCKED week 1 when he turned out to be this real nice guy.  Sounds like Des and I have similar tastes so far.  I’m kindda nervous though, because often the guys or girls who go on one-on-one the first week get so nervous about their connections and really screw it up!!!  Remember Des on Sean's season?  So I guess this gives her insight on how the guys are feeling at all stages of this journey, but especially that week 1 date “curse”. 

That aside, I loved how they were on their date with each other and how much fun they were having.  I was really disappointed though that there was very little originality to it as far as this Bachelor show goes.  All things had been done previously: Bridal shopping --> Ashley & William, the Closed bridge --> Kalon & Lindzi.  It was a bit much that Des pretended to be lost and to be surprised...  I’m pretty sure she knew what was going on!!!  Regardless, Brooks is by far my favorites and I feel like it will stay that way, the same way Jef was my early favorite and remained my favorite until the end.

I also bet kissing Brooks must have been nice for Des compared to kissing Sean.  I’m just saying and don't make me spell it out.  Sorry Catherine.

Group date

14 guys on a date usually ends up in disaster.  But this date was actually really fun if you don’t take into account a few things.  Often week one the group date is not so tense since there are no real strong connections w/the "lead" yet and the guys are still nice to each other (for the most part).  Fortunately for us, things get uglier as the season progresses (usually) and from the preview this season is no different.

THE RIGHT REASON

People can complain all they want about this rap song, I thought it was the funniest and suited 100% to Des' funny personality.  I just loved it.

But there was soooo much of THE RIGHT REASON and THE WRONG REASON on this episode so we must talk about that!  So here is the recap:

Pantless for the right reason, on a group date --> I have to admit I have never heard of that one...  But this is the Bachelorette so anything goes???  It was a bit much and it was so awkward, WOW.  Brandon does remind me of Kasey and good work ABC for making him Kasey.  Lol 

Brandon has a cross on his back, which made me believe he must have some religious.  Religious about not wearing pants.  And not caring about roses.  This might have worked better on a different show.  The same show where Kasey ends up with the girl.  In this show Ben gets the rose, and the kiss and somehow Brandon doesn’t after pouring out his life story.  Although I’m not a big fan of giving roses to whoever had the worse story...  I think I’m just mad Ben got the rose at this point.  Doesn’t mean I like Brandon.  Actually he’s kindda annoying.  Moving on.

Having a kid for the right reason and using that to get a kiss for the wrong reason --> Yes I’m talking about you Ben.  You never waited to see if she was ok with you kissing her after asking if you could kiss her.  You just assumed.  I’m now mad at you.  Very mad.  That was rude and gross.  I know they are not showing me your nice side and the good conversations you are having with Des, so I’m going to let you off the hook for now.

Or not!  Seriously this guy’s BIO rubbed me the wrong way right away!!!  And then he rubbed me the wrong way night one.  And now on week 2 the guys are starting to be annoyed by him.  His only saving grace is his son Brody, and I hate that it is.  Poor kiddo.  He is getting way too intense with getting the rose on the group date.  Ugh!!! 

The right reasons for spelling things right.  The fact that ABC still doesn't know how to spell achievement in this guy's BIO still really boggles my mind but I decided to move on.  Yet the producers haven’t showed much about him, except I’m pretty sure I’ve seen the camera man reflection on his forehead.  Yes that’s it.  That’s what they’ve shown us. 

The right reason to pick any dresses she wants and still look good.  I mean what girl wouldn’t like to hear that. Way to go Brooks.

The right reason for growing on me.  Slowly...  Yes Bryden that’s you.  And then BAM.  The evening part of their date?  He froze then killed it.  And well won me over.  AFTER I found myself screaming “kiss her already”.  Loved that Des said the same :)  She’s the best bachelorette ever.  Seriously.  Oh and I also noticed he looked like a great kisser.  I think he’s top 4 material.  Seriously.

The right reason to still be boring.  Chris, I’m bored.  Very bored.  I have nothing to say about you.  Still.  Way to keep it plain.

The right reason not to have any air time.  Turns out Dan and I have a few things in common, but I only know that because of his BIO.  Not sure if we’ll ever see him.  He could be the Catherine of this season tho.  No airtime and then BAM engaged.

The right reasons why I don’t know why everyone likes you.  What am I missing here ladies with Drew?  I have yet to see him do something that stands out.

James is there for the right reasons.  His mom told him to. 

The right reason to be the wrong Kasey.  Am I the only one confused with this guy?  I always think Brandon is Kasey than I see Kasey and I’m like: “who is he???”

The right reason to protect a girl.  Oh I thought he was gonna spank her, not protect her.  Dang.  I am a little nervous Des is too sweet for him, with his diabetes and all. 

Mikey, is definitely here for the right reasons.  He’s there to be Des’ time police.  I like him.  He seems like a grown @$$ man. 

The right reason to get voted off.  Nick, you didn’t look like her type.  I wasn’t surprised to see you go.  Will, with a name like that you HAVE to know how to rap.  I’m sorry that’s just the way things are.  Robert, friends first and well I can see why Des chose to let you go!  Strangely those 3 men were all in alphabetical order.  The Zack’s are gone next week. 

The right reason to give a girl a gift.  I still don’t trust this guy.  Pantless and shirtless people are hard to trust.  But he seems to be the Lindsay Yenter of this season and that girl is the bomb.  So I’m going to withhold judgment and like him for the right reasons.  That was so sweet considering Des likes to journal.  So cool.

Until next week, for the right reasons y'all!!! 

Here come the 25 men!

The Bachelors

Good day bachelor & bachelorette fans.  It has been a while since we’ve met up on this blog, but thankfully some of us have kept touch through twitter - @marieevefast or on my spreecast channel http://www.spreecast.com/users/marie-eve

This week ABC released the bachelor Bios for Desiree’s season, sending all bachelorette fans into frenzy as we spent hours looking over the pictures, analyzing faces and learning names!  Imagine getting all that info in ONE night, and having to make a decision at the end of the night of who to keep and who to let go, without access to Facebook?  Brutal.

So from Bios photos (I haven't seen spoilers) Bryden, Diogo and Micah are goners. Please no spoilers on my blog, I like to keep it spoiler free!!!  Everything I post is 100% speculations at this point. 
I’ve spent some time reviewing the info from ABC, and had a few chuckles, but have not been spoiled!!!!  Please excuse the funky fonts, I had some HTML difficulties :p
 

BEN

Age: 28
Occupation: Entrepreneur
Hometown: Lubbock, TX
Height: 6'2"
Shoe Size: 11.5
Tattoos: Yes, left side of the rib cage
Three All-Time Favorite Movies: Tommy Boy, Avatar, Transformers
Favorite Magazine: Men's Fitness
Prefer to dress up or stay casual: I enjoy both but love to dress nice

Are there people out there who would admit enjoying to dress not nice?  Like really just love it?  Just curious.  Also I hope Des keeps him around for final 4 because I would love to see Lube-Bock (Lubbock).  Makes me think of a dark ale beer lubed up.  But I’m sure it’s an actual place.  Right?

Brad
Age: 27
Occupation: Accountant/DJ
Hometown: Denver, CO
Height: 6'3"
Shoe Size: 12
Tattoos: None
Most Romantic U.S. City: Seattle. Chances are high you will be dancing in the rain.
Favorite Snacks: I'm basically obsessed with peanut butter.
Favorite Flower: A rose. I hope to be getting a lot of them.

Brad is this wicked tall accountant who also DJ’s in the rain while eating peanut butter and dreaming of roses.  I feel like he would have been a better bachelor than Womack the repeat with all those talents.   

Brandon

Age: 26
Occupation: Painting Contractor
Hometown: Blaine, MN
Height: 6'1"
Shoe Size: 12
Tattoos: I have a cross in the center top of my back
Three All-Time Favorite Movies: The Sandlot, The Goonies, Lean on Me
Hot Weather or Cold Weather: Hot. But snowboarding or hot tubbing in the winter is always fun
Food Dislikes: Olives. I can't stand the smell.

Brandon has a cross on his back, which makes me believe he must have some religious background of some sort, winning point with our favorite Sunday School teacher Desiree.  He looks as young as he is.  Well maybe even more.

Brian
Age: 29
Occupation: Financial Advisor
Hometown: Olney, MD
Height: 6'2"
Shoe Size: 13
Tattoos: None
Three All-Time Favorite Movies: The Rock, The Notebook, The Count of Monte Cristo
Neat, Messy or In Between: Very neat
Greatest ahcievement: Doing many things in life everyone said I'd never do.

The fact that ABC still doesn't know how to spell achievement really boggles my mind...  Moving on...  Brian cites The Notebook as his top 3 favorite movie which raises HUGE red flags.  This guy is either a liar or gay.  I don’t believe a word from his mouth from now on.  I’m telling y’all now, he’s there for some reason other than Des and I'm not happy about it.  Smells fishy.

Brooks
Age: 28
Occupation: Sales & Marketing
Hometown: Salt Lake City, UT
Height: 6'4"
Shoe Size: 11.5
Tattoos: None
Favorite Activities to Do with a Group: Play games, conversations, camping trips
Music: Indie
The Ultimate Date: Anything that's fun and involves conversation

This boy is already my fave!  He looks flippant with long hair and I have a feeling Des will agree!  The fact that he’s from Salt Lake City as so many Bach other bach peeps (Michelle Money, Jef, Diana, ...) calls into questions whether or not he knows them already and how he got the hook ups with the show.  I’m sure Michelle Money would love to get her hands on that hair if she hasn't already.  #frenchbraidingalldaylong.  He loves playing game, talking and camping trips.  Say what?  Actually say no more.  I’m sure Des is already crushing on him!!!

Bryden
Age: 26
Occupation: Iraq War Veteran
Hometown: Havre, MT
Height: 6'1"
Shoe Size: 11
Tattoos: None
Greatest Achievement to Date: Second place at the 2010 National Soldier of the Year competition
Favorite Flower: Tiger Lily
Favorite Artist: C.M. Russel

 

So I made fun of Mr. War veteran before I saw his BIO and feel terrible.  I had predicted he was going home night one, but now I feel like that’s cold.  Like the cold war.  Know what I mean?  Brr.

Chris
Age: 27
Occupation: Mortgage Broker
Hometown: McMinnville, OR
Height: 6'4"
Shoe Size: 12
Tattoos: None
Favorite Board Game: Scrabble
Time it takes to get ready for a big night: 20 minutes
Favorite snack: Almonds

Chris, I’m bored.  Very bored.  I have nothing to say about you.  Way to keep it plain.

Dan
Age: 30
Occupation: Beverage Sales Director
Hometown: Dublin, CA
Height: 6'0"
Shoe Size: 10.5
Tattoos: None 
Worst Three Attributes: Taking on too much at once, always trying to please, too trusting
Three All-Time Favorite Movies: Dumb & Dumber, Inception, any of the Bourne movies
Favorite Actor: Leonardo DiCaprio

Turns out Dan and I have a few things in common, mostly talking too much, trying to please and trusting too much.  I HATE Dumb and Dumber, but apparently that’s more of a guy’s movie.  No idea!  I do love me some Leo on the side tho, he’s a great actor.  I think Dan has the charisma factor going on for him and oh the beautiful CA tan.  Hard to see him going home night one.

Diogo
Age: 29
Occupation: Marketing Manager
Hometown: Penha, Brazil
Height: 5'10"
Shoe Size: 11
Tattoos: I have "Blessed" on my left bicep
Three All-Time Favorite Movies: No Strings Attached, The Lucky One, The Hunger Games
Favorite All-Time Book: The Alchemist (Paulo Coelho). It is all about having your dreams come true
Ultimate Date: Horseback ride on the beach

Diego, thanks for coming.  Thanks for quitting your job to be here, but I just don’t see a connection and we won’t be going to ride horse on the beach.  Please say hello to your mama for me.

Drew
Age: 27
Occupation: Digital Marketing Analyst 
Hometown: Scottsdale, AZ
Height: 6'2"
Shoe Size: 11.5
Tattoos: None
Favorite Flower: A rose, obviously. Haha.
Favorite Author: Hemingway. I love his characters and writing style.
Favorite Sports: I love to snowboard, surf, and play basketball.

Drew, why are you laughing at your own jokes in your Bio?  Hmmmmmmmmm.  Promising.

James
Age: 27
Occupation: Sales
Hometown: Marietta, GA
Height: 6'2"
Shoe Size: 13
Tattoos: A bull on shoulder, an Indian on right shoulder
Three Best Attributes: Outgoing, creative, I am loyal
Three Worst Attributes: Stubborn, too open with people, blunt
Favorite Author: Dr. Seuss

Well hello James.  *gush*  Nice to meet you.  I have a feeling this guy has been married before or something.  How could he still be single???  Something going on here!!!  Maybe she didn't like his bull tattoo and broke up with him.  Just a theory. 

Jonathan
Age: 26
Occupation: Attorney
Hometown: Hickory, NC
Height: 6'1"
Shoe Size: 11
Tattoos: None
Three Favorite Groups/Artists: Garth Brooks, Kings of Leon, The Avett Brothers
Biggest Date Fear: No chemistry
Three Best Attributes: Height, shoe size, vertical leap

VERTICAL LEAP????????????  What Jonathan?  WHAT?????  That's one of your three best attribute?  Please tell me you didn't understand the question.  Shoe size???  Your picture looks young and I was trying not to judge because you do have a chin dimple sweetie but bless your heart with the vertical leap and the shoe size.

Juan Pablo
Age: 31
Occupation: Former Pro Soccer Player
Hometown: Barquisimeto, Venezuela
Height: 5'11"
Shoe Size: 11.5
Tattoos: 1
Favorite Childhood Memory: Winning a youth soccer tournament
Hot-Spot Club or Low-Key Bar: Hot spot, because that's where they play the danceable music.
Favorite Book: Don't read

JUAN PABLO.  Can I keep saying your name?  Your WHOLE name.  Being the only one who disclosed your full name, way to go!  But...  you missed a spot.  I mean an area.  If you had JUST shaved your neck, you’d be the yummiest.  Regardless, I’ll keep ya around as eye candy (above the neck).  You don’t read, so you will never see this blog, or know about me dear Juan...  But I'm telling you Des is thinking: "You are cute enough for me, but not smart enough...  BUT you have enough attributes to make it a few weeks.  Let's have a ball!  (soccer ball).

Kasey
Age: 29
Occupation: Advertising Executive
Hometown: Tulsa, OK
Height: 6'4"
Shoe Size: 12
Tattoos: None
Top 3 groups/artists: Kings of Leon, Kid Cudi, Matt Kearney
Favorite Actor: Russell Crowe - because of Gladiator
Favorite Breakfast Foods: Waffles or French Toast (Churro Style)

This guy has a child, and I can tell from his breakfast choice.  Also he clarifies his statements, meaning he’s around little people a lot.

Larry
Age: 34
Occupation: ER Doctor
Hometown: Overland Park, KS
Height: 5'10"
Shoe Size: 11
Tattoos: None
Phobias: Buried alive or drowning
Favorite Actor: Tom Hanks
College: Notre Dame - Pre-Med, Philosphy, Theology

Hello mysterious Dr.  I’m feeling faint today.  Please, I’ll let me take off this paper gown. (said Des).  Um...  I feel like those glasses are hiding something.  Des is gonna be all over that regardless. He kindda looks French you know???  Or maybe he's compensating for being shorter.  

Micah
Age: 32
Occupation: Law Student
Hometown: Detroit Lakes, MN
Height: 5'11"
Shoe Size: 9.5
Tattoos: None
Party Starter, Wingman, or "The laid-back one"?: Party starter
Hot Weather or Cold Weather: Cold. I hate the heat unless I'm on vacation and a shirt is optional.
Favorite Actor: Bruce Willis - 'cause he's a badass.

Micah I judged you so harshly at first, even tho you share name with my son (middle name), yet we have so much in common!  Bless your heart, I hope you stay pass night one as you seem like the life of the party.  And as smart dude too!

Michael G.
Age: 33
Occupation: Federal Prosecutor
Hometown: Lindenhurst, NY
Height: 6'2"
Shoe Size: 14
Tattoos: None
Three All-Time Favorite Musical Artists: Billy Joel, Pearl Jam, Radiohead
Favorite Authors: Dante Alighieri and F. Scott Fitzgerald
Favorite Artist: Raffaello Sanzio

Des: “I’ve been a bad girl Michael, please, what is my punishment”.  I feel like you need to enlarge his bio picture to get the full effect.  See what I mean?

Mike R.
Age: 27

Occupation: Dental Student/Model
Hometown: London, England
Height: 6'4"
Shoe Size: 13
Tattoos: None
Music: Rat Pack or classic rock
Most Embarrassing Moment: Almost fell down stairs at an award ceremony
Relationship Deal-Breakers: Bad attitude, smoker

HE ALMOST FELL DOWN THE STAIRS.  Immediate distrust.  #flashback Nice teeth tho.

Mikey T.
Age: 30
Occupation: Plumbing Contractor
Hometown: Glen Ellyn, IL
Height: 6'0"
Shoe Size: 10
Tattoos: Tribal on right arm/shoulder
Favorite Group Activities: Crossfit, boating, sports of any kind
Greatest Achievement to Date: Becoming vice president of the company I work for
Most Outrageous Thing Ever Done: A surprise striptease show in front of hundreds of sorority girls

Mikey, who’s your mommy?  I bet you she’s gorgeous.  

Nick M.
Age: 27
Occupation: Investment Advisor
Hometown: Rochester, NY
Height: 6'1"
Shoe Size: 12
Tattoos: None
Three All-Time Favorite Movies: Training Day, Man on Fire, The Green Mile
Favorite Drink: Beer or red wine
Favorite Author: John Grisham

You trying to be the next JP.  Good work.

Nick R.
Age: 26
Occupation: Tailor/Magician
Hometown: Ridgefield, CT
Height: 5'9"
Shoe Size: 10.5
Tattoos: Yes, a cross on my right bicep.
Three All-Time Favorite Movies: Dumb and Dumber, Pulp Fiction, The Thomas Crown Affair
Favorite Magazines: Men's Health, Genii (a magic magazine)
Favorite Snacks: Nuts, fruit, carrots, organic granola bars

A magician?  Sorry you have to go home now.  :/  Now!  Wait?  Where did you go???

Robert
Age: 30
Occupation: Advertising Entrepreneur
Hometown: Glendale, AZ
Height: 6'2"
Shoe Size: 12
Tattoos: None
Three All-Time Favorite Movies: Braveheart, Good Will Hunting, The Notebook/Silver Linings Playbook
Favorite Author: Stephen R. Covey
Biggest Date Fear: A giant piece of spinach in teeth

Why do you look like you are 20?  Are you taking some hormone treatments?  In that case I’m sorry I asked.  You can go hang out with Brian over there and have a party talking about the Notebook while eating spinach.

Will
Age: 28
Occupation: Banker
Hometown: Federal Way, WA
Height: 6'3"
Shoe Size: 13
Tattoos: None
Favorite Magazines: Slam Magazine, Hoops, GQ
Hot Weather or Cold Weather: Hot weather
Favorite Foods: Macaroni & cheese, shrimp, crabs, seafood in general, chicken, turkey, vegetables

Will my dear, did someone rip off your eyebrow ring because you wouldn’t let them taste your macaronis????  Tell me what happened!!!

Zack K.

Age: 28
Occupation: Book Publisher
Hometown: Phillips Ranch, CA
Height: 6'2"
Shoe Size: 11
Tattoos: None
Most Outrageous Thing Ever Done: Went to Europe for a month on six days notice
Greatest Achievement to Date: Getting a full ride to USC and getting drafted to play pro baseball
All-Time Favorite Book: Atlas Shrugged

Zack!  You look like a free spirited player, who’ll make Des fall hard and break her heart.Yikes.

Zak W
Age: 31
Occupation: Drilling Fluid Engineer
Hometown: Dallas, TX
Height: 6'0"
Shoe Size: 11.5
Tattoos: None
Favorite All-Time Book: Candide; Bartleby, the Scrivener; Atlas Shrugged
Favorite Artist: Modigliani

Ultimate Date: Anything that leaves room for creativity.   

Zak your teeth are beautiful too  (I don't have a thing for teeth usually)!!!!  I think your love for creativity will draw Des in :D The fact that there is no period after the "W" makes me think your last name must truly be "W".  You're winning this one buddy.  It's in the bag!  #winning. You are getting that first impression rose man.

ALSO if you missed it, turns out the host is Chris Harisson.  So glad ABC still puts his picture there for all the confused peeps.  

Get ready for the following Chris quotes:
“Welcome to another exciting season of the Bachelorette.  There will be drama, tears and hopefully love.  Are you ready for this adventure?”

“Desiree, this is the last rose” *gasp*

“Gentlement, if your name wasn't called, say your goodbyes”

Other quotes we will hear this season:

“I JUST CANT BELIEVE SHE DIDNT PICK ME. I thought we had something special.” (after 3 days of knowing each other)

“When we kisses I could feel it”

“I wonder what she saw in *insert name of someone bad*”

“How can she keep him over me”

“Is she gonna take that home?”

"You're making the wrong choice"

“Theres a guy in there that isn’t the same with you as he is with us”

“Someone has a GF”

“He's not here to make friends”

That's it folks, this is all I got!!!
Until after the Premiere :)  

Marie-Eve