Anyone watching Ben the Bachelor tonight? - NO SPOILERS PLEASE

[3prettyprincesses]

She's beautiful on a dark beach?

I'm sure anyone who's willing to put out so easily becomes beautiful.

A very dark beach. I still can't believe the unabashed brazen attitude she had, to just strip right there in front of Ben, the camera crew and any unsuspecting tourist unlucky enough to be strolling the beach that night... She's trashy and he's a big fat pig for giving in to it.

Saw Ben on Ellen and she was putting Courtney down and saying how wouldnt it be horrible if you picked her and saw all this stuff now etc...he kinda made excuses, blew it off so that makes me think he picked her

I know! Ellen is hilarious and I just loved how she lit into Ben with her questions! I'd like to hope he isn't THAT stupid to have picked her. I guess we'll see though. So far he hasn't exhibited the best judgment, has he.

ACK! I just looked at the clip:

Geez, Ben, WASH YOUR HAIR!!!

I just want to have a barber buzz his whole head, military style. Then we wouldn't be subjected to his greasy wannabe dreadlock bangs. Ugh.

I notice how he said "You never know what's going on, on that side." Is it just me, but the way he said it was like, "Oh that really doesn't matter in the end, what happened over THERE. She's different when she's with ME."

What's even more interesting was that on this past episode, he was talking about one of the girls (maybe Nicki?) and saying he loved how she got along with all the other girls too. Ya, Courtney will definitely win the Miss Congeniality award. He's a fool.

Amazing what happens to a man's thinking when he has a little sex on the beach - and I don't mean the drink!

Oh please, BOTH will cloud your judgment!

I suppose, I'd be getting the "Tread lightly," threat from him right about now.

I still can't believe he said that to Emily. So rude, so very very rude and threatening. I wonder what his mom and sister thought of him treating a woman like that.

 

[Imzadi]

What's even more interesting was that on this past episode, he was talking about one of the girls (maybe Nicki?) and saying he loved how she got along with all the other girls too. Ya, Courtney will definitely win the Miss Congeniality award. He's a fool.

Or what about that blonde girl he was so mean to and sent home after she complained how anxious she was for a one on one date? I remember Ben clearly saying how even on the group dates he watched to see how all the girls treated each other and how well they all got along. That that was very important to him. That it played into which ones he picked for one on one dates.

I guess it doesn't matter when it comes to Courtney.

 

[Imzadi]

Some random thoughts that led to a few questions from a viewer that hasn't watched all of the seasons:

Has anyone ever refused a rose??

Has anyone said "nah" when the person (after rejecting them) asks if they can still walk them out?

Two seasons ago, with Brad, Vampire Girl dropped out during the Rose Ceremony. Brad stopped the ceremony to talk to her. She said she wasn't in it as much as some of the other girls - meaning Emily. Brad let her leave. I think he walked her out.

Another girl did that on another season, too.

Mickey left last season after Ashley admitted she had MORE feelings for Bentley & had been visiting with him. When he confronted her, she said something to the effect of , "Well if you feel that way, maybe you should leave." And he did!

 

[MaryAnnDVC]

I remember Ben clearly saying how even on the group dates he watched to see how all the girls treated each other and how well they all got along. That that was very important to him. That it played into which ones he picked for one on one dates.

I guess it doesn't matter when it comes to Courtney.

Oh silly, it doesn't matter when it comes to girls who get nakey. EVERYONE should know that. Nakey changes all the rules.

Two seasons ago, with Brad, Vampire Girl dropped out during the Rose Ceremony. Brad stopped the ceremony to talk to her. She said she wasn't in it as much as some of the other girls - meaning Emily. Brad let her leave. I think he walked her out.

Another girl did that on another season, too.

Mickey left last season after Ashley admitted she had MORE feelings for Bentley & had been visiting with him. When he confronted her, she said something to the effect of , "Well if you feel that way, maybe you should leave." And he did!

I think I remember during the Aaron Burge season that a girl or two refused the rose and that at the "Women Tell All" he was pretty pissy and expressed how he thought they should have taken him aside or told him beforehand. I guess *he* was the only one who was allowed to publicy reject someone. He's my most "hated" bachelor who ever starred on the show. I think he's a pompous arrogant ***.

 

[violetrose]

I think I remember during the Aaron Burge season that a girl or two refused the rose and that at the "Women Tell All" he was pretty pissy and expressed how he thought they should have taken him aside or told him beforehand. I guess *he* was the only one who was allowed to publicy reject someone. He's my most "hated" bachelor who ever starred on the show. I think he's a pompous arrogant ***.

Ooooh I hated him too! I didn't like him or the other football player guy (Jesse?) - both arrogant jerks.

Come to think of it the only bachelor I ever really liked right to the end was Andrew Firestone. I was glad he found love after The Bachelor. I see the girl he picked Jenn is now pregnant with her second child. Amazing she is still newsworthy.

I really haven't been watching this season. I just cannot stand that Courtney and I know that doofus Ben is going to pick her. I just can't stomach it. The only one I really like is Emily and it makes me mad she is too good for the show. I am watching, but while I'm folding laundry or something. I can't get invested in because i pretty much hate all the key players.

 

[Imzadi]

Oh silly, it doesn't matter when it comes to girls who get nakey. EVERYONE should know that. Nakey changes all the rules. I

Sounds like you have personal experience regarding this?

 

[MAGICFOR2]

realitysteve.com After reading that yesterday, well, he's even more of a pig than I originally thought. He and Courtney deserve one another.



So true! We know which set of brains Ben is using for his decision making.



Llama-esque? Good one and a perfect analogy.



I read that he and Shawntel had some frisky texting going on...



Of course not. He's a pig and looking for what he can get and when. Pure and simple. Courtney was obviously willing (winning!) so there ya go. She'll dump him and then end up on bachelor pad. Trust me, she is loving all her fifteen minutes of fame and will be just like Vienna and try to squeeze every last drop from it.

Oh, she will be nastier than Vienna - She makes Vienna look like Sandra Dee! One scarey chick, I think.

No. Didn't happygirl start a thread this season with spoilers? I know she likes to share them. As a matter of fact, now that I think about it, I know who two of the final 4 are because I rolled over her spoiler thread and it was the first line. So I do get the "surprise" of the other two, because I quickly stopped looking.

Oops - be careful with the Utube page - they are showing videos from 2 weeks ahead, and it pops up right in your face!

 

[3prettyprincesses]

Or what about that blonde girl he was so mean to and sent home after she complained how anxious she was for a one on one date? I remember Ben clearly saying how even on the group dates he watched to see how all the girls treated each other and how well they all got along. That that was very important to him. That it played into which ones he picked for one on one dates.

I guess it doesn't matter when it comes to Courtney.

Samantha, right? I think she was sent home because the rumor is that she was falling for one of the producers and Ben found out. If true, then it makes sense why he was kind of irritated but still he could've handled it better.

He has said that, that he watches the girls to see how they get along. It's like he has Courtney blinders on or something.

I think I remember during the Aaron Burge season that a girl or two refused the rose and that at the "Women Tell All" he was pretty pissy and expressed how he thought they should have taken him aside or told him beforehand. I guess *he* was the only one who was allowed to publicy reject someone. He's my most "hated" bachelor who ever starred on the show. I think he's a pompous arrogant ***.

Ugh, I couldn't stand him either! He was like a big brute, wasn't he. He exuded arrogance everytime he strutted around like a freaking peacock. I felt bad for his fiance that he eventually dumped, she looked really upset and shocked. Wasn't the story something like he wanted to still play the field rather than get married??

Ooooh I hated him too! I didn't like him or the other football player guy (Jesse?) - both arrogant jerks.

If I had to pick two, they would be it. Jesse was a pig too and seriously didn't have two brain cells to rub together! I think he may have been the dumbest bachelor they've ever had.

Come to think of it the only bachelor I ever really liked right to the end was Andrew Firestone. I was glad he found love after The Bachelor. I see the girl he picked Jenn is now pregnant with her second child. Amazing she is still newsworthy.

I loved that season with Andrew Firestone too. He seemed very genuine. I really thought he and Jennifer (the girl he chose) fell in love. Apparently she wasn't ready to get married I think and so it fizzled. She went on the be the bachelorette and then in the end, didn't pick either of the final two.

I really haven't been watching this season. I just cannot stand that Courtney and I know that doofus Ben is going to pick her. I just can't stomach it. The only one I really like is Emily and it makes me mad she is too good for the show. I am watching, but while I'm folding laundry or something. I can't get invested in because i pretty much hate all the key players.

I agree. Courtney is there for herself and herself alone. Ben's a tool who cannot see past his own desire to be with a puedo model. And Emily is too good for him, they all are! Except for Courtney that is. I'm having a hard time this season too. It's like the producers don't care at all about the show and are just throwing in crazy scenes and crap. In the beginning of the series, I could still sort of believe that some of them were there to find a spouse. Now it's so far past that, none of them stay together and it all dwindles down to getting a spot on the sleezy Bachelor Pad show.

Oh, she will be nastier than Vienna - She makes Vienna look like Sandra Dee! One scarey chick, I think.

I think you're right. Vienna at least tried to put a fake facade up, Courtney doesn't care. Probably because she thinks she's hot stuff I'd guess. She is scary and appears very unstable. I can't imagine what Ben's mom and sister must be thinking if they're watching.

 

[3prettyprincesses]

You guys have to read this! It's a People Magazine article with Jennifer who got sent home last week. She's not too impressed by Ben now. Shocking.

http://www.people.com/people/article/0,,20566959,00.html

QUOTE:

"Jennifer Fritsch has had a major change of heart since her time on The Bachelor.

Speaking with reporters from Oklahoma City, the accountant. 28, recanted her "perfect" opinion of Ben Flajnik, candidly shared her distaste for skinny-dipping frontrunner Courtney and explained why she didn't find closure over her shocking elimination until she read Flajnik's PEOPLE.com blog and saw the show for herself.

People were shocked by your dismissal. Any explanation that wasn't shown on TV?
He said something to the effect of I was feeling a bit more [for him] than he was for me. I didn't think it was a good answer because I didn't pick up that vibe from him at all. The only closure I've had was from his [PEOPLE.com] blog. It was a nice blog and definitely helps me now. If he sent me home based on the fact that he didn't feel it, that's fine.

Did anything feel off?
Nothing. That's why it was such a shocker. Everything was right. I wouldn't change anything. I came off a great one-on-one date. Conversation was so easy and natural. We had a great conversation at the party. He knew how I was feeling. I felt like he reassured me of his feelings. And then he proceeded to kiss me. I walked away thinking, "I've got this in the bag."

Did it bother you to be eliminated hours after making out with him?
Yes. I was very frustrated. I had the rug pulled out from underneath me [although] he was a good kisser.

Were you in love already?
I wasn't in love at that point, but did have a strong connection and was on the track to falling in love. Courtney, Lindzi and Kacie B. were some of his favorites. I thought I was a favorite too. Maybe he sent me home because I was too real. Maybe … he had feelings for me and he'd feel bad about it. That's how I justify it in my mind.

You called him perfect. Still think so?
I've changed my mind. [Seeing that skinny-dipping promo], I'm glad he sent me home. I left having no idea. I'm ok with skinny-dipping but there's a time and place. It was a little early in a relationship to take such a big leap with one girl. It bothers me that he just went along with it with 10 girls left. He's inconsistent and doesn't care what anyone thinks, especially the people potentially falling in love with him. He made his bed. If it's not Courtney in the end, I wish him luck. He'll be facing a lot of questions.

Your opinion of Courtney?
I knew I didn't like her while there, but I had to live with her so I wasn't mean. Watching, I have a much stronger opinion. I don't have one good thing to say about her. She's portrayed as exactly the person she is. I don't think she has a better side than her looks. The skinny-dipping proves her character and it's not a good one.

Is she there to win or does she like him?
Maybe she likes Ben a little. [But] she's in a career where she could come out ahead. It's a lot of exposure. For her to [say] "winning" all the time, it makes sense that she's there more to be seen.

How do you think Ben feels watching her antics and comments?
I would be embarrassed because you're seeing what everyone has been telling you the whole time. He looks like a fool.

Looks like the remaining girls stage a Courtney intervention. Would you have participated?
Never. If he can't see through her, he doesn't deserve to have anyone tell him different. It's a moot point. He's caught in her web and there's no escaping.

Could they make a good couple?
Lasting and meaningful … for the long haul? No. If he's with Courtney, my advice is run for the hills.

Who would be a good match?
Emily. Rachel had an awkward one-on-one date, but the connection between them runs deeper. Kacie B. is a favorite, but she's young and hasn't had a lot of relationship experience.

You may not have found love, but you'll return to the dating pool labeled the best kisser on national TV.
I have a badge of honor. It has been fun to relish in the fact that I was the best kisser."

 

[kimmar067]

She's beautiful on a dark beach?

I'm sure anyone who's willing to put out so easily becomes beautiful.

A very dark beach...

...

....wow, she IS beautiful - and the beach isn't that dark either!

 

[Imzadi]

My comments in RED: & smileys inserted.

http://www.people.com/people/article/0,,20566959,00.html

QUOTE:

"Jennifer Fritsch has had a major change of heart since her time on The Bachelor.

You called him perfect. Still think so?
I've changed my mind. [Seeing that skinny-dipping promo], I'm glad he sent me home. I left having no idea. I'm ok with skinny-dipping but there's a time and place. It was a little early in a relationship to take such a big leap with one girl. It bothers me that he just went along with it with 10 girls left. He's inconsistent and doesn't care what anyone thinks, especially the people potentially falling in love with him. Nailed him to a tee! He made his bed. If it's not Courtney in the end, I wish him luck. He'll be facing a lot of questions.

Your opinion of Courtney?
I knew I didn't like her while there, but I had to live with her so I wasn't mean. Watching, I have a much stronger opinion. I don't have one good thing to say about her. She's portrayed as exactly the person she is. I don't think she has a better side than her looks. The skinny-dipping proves her character and it's not a good one.

How do you think Ben feels watching her antics and comments?
I would be embarrassed because you're seeing what everyone has been telling you the whole time. He looks like a fool. Yes, but he's probably still too much a fool to figure it all out!

Looks like the remaining girls stage a Courtney intervention. Would you have participated?
Never. If he can't see through her, he doesn't deserve to have anyone tell him different. It's a moot point. He's caught in her web and there's no escaping.

Could they make a good couple?
Lasting and meaningful … for the long haul? No. If he's with Courtney, my advice is run for the hills.

Who would be a good match?
Emily. Rachel had an awkward one-on-one date, but the connection between them runs deeper. Kacie B. is a favorite, but she's young and hasn't had a lot of relationship experience. Especially if she thinks Ben is great. ​

 

[violetrose]

Wow all these girls being sent home are talking early huh? I don't ever recall them talking before the Tell All show...

Ben is such an idiot. His poor mother must be feeling ashamed. Imagine your son carrying on like that on National TV?! And now with all these girls coming out of the woodwork to comment...

 

[FINFAN]

Let's see....Adam Levine on The Voice or Ben Blah-nik on The Bachelor....


Buh-Bye Ben!!!!!!!!!!!!

I'm bailing ladies !

 

[3prettyprincesses]

Ok, is just me or is Kaci B's laugh annoying to anyone else? She's cute as a button but the laugh sounds like a bunch of cackling chickens.

 

[violetrose]

Ok, is just me or is Kaci B's laugh annoying to anyone else? She's cute as a button but the laugh sounds like a bunch of cackling chickens.

Yes! I think it's partly nerves. I think she is trying too hard. She is a cute girl though and deserves someone way better than Ben. I've really come to dislike him.

(yet here I sit unable to change the channel even though the remote is sitting right next to me)

 

[violetrose]

Please tell me I am seeing things and this girl is not sitting here topless with all these kids sitting there??? She is hideous. I think I am bailing too....have never wathced The Voice before but I think I might give it a try.

 

[3prettyprincesses]

Good lord, she is disgusting. And Ben is appreciative of Courtney's braless beads, good grief. She's trash and making herself look ridiculous. And she's surprised that more of the girls aren't making a move on Ben? Uh, honey, that's because they're not sluts like you and have a touch more class than you'll ever have. And with freaking little kids sitting around too! She makes me want to vomit.

 

[Magic Mom]

I have the beginnings of a migraine and Ben is just too much of pig.

 

[Magic Mom]

Blakley is aweful. I hope he sends her home.

ICK Courtney is so skanky. I bet he is "itching" after his time with you. BARF

 

[Sammy]

Ugh....they are both disgusting.