Post by NomadicMama on Mar 20, 2020 22:22:55 GMT -5
I would hate to make an appointment with a new therapist, show up for my first session and realize I made a terrible mistake!!! Who knows, maybe she gives good advice but can’t manage her own life maturely. I wonder what happened that she ended up needing to health coverage. She’s lucky Derek was able to put her on his plan. She’s diabetic!
Zach is so full of excuses and BS. Pastor Cal clearly is over him. I hope Mindy realizes he’s not worth her time. I was shocked when he went to sleep in the extra bedroom. He sucks.
Michael is exhausting. Meka needs to walk away. He’s an odd duck and she’s a straight shooter.
Austin and Jessica are really sweet together. My guess is her insecurity about saying I love you stems from limited experiences. They work as a couple.
Taylor and Brandon are only still round because of the contract/paycheck. That’s it. So long.
Post by NomadicMama on Mar 7, 2020 22:08:30 GMT -5
I love that Dr. Pepper called out Zach. He’s not trying and to say otherwise is a lie. I hope Mindy stops trying to take responsibility for his poor actions. I’m curious to see how this whole emotional affair plays out. (It’s with Mindy’s friend who just made it to the wedding because she had been on vacation.)
Michael has such a difficult time having an open and honest conversation yet he says Meka is not being vulnerable. How she can continue to try with him is remarkable.
Taylor and Brandon are both awful. Her video was out of line. I appreciate that Meka said as much to her since her other friends are telling her what she wants to hear. While I don’t think Brandon is a great match for Taylor, he’s not above reproach either. He seems to think Taylor should forgive and forget his poor behavior in Panama. His actions there were telling.
I think Derek is trying and Katie is over thinking things.
Austin and I can’t remember her name are cute together. They are the only couple that the professionals got right.
Post by NomadicMama on Mar 3, 2020 19:58:54 GMT -5
Darcey is so desperate for two things: to find someone who adores her and to be on television. So far, she’s found two guys to string her along on a reality show. What are the chances??? Tom is much more interested in being on tv than actually being with Darcey. And I agree, Darcey and Stacey look bloated and misshapen courtesy of all the work they’ve had done. It’s frightening.
I feel for the woman in Vegas. She is clearly being catfished by Williams. At least her daughter is aware and helping her.
Watching the episode with Barnett's party and I am so embarrassed for Jessica. She is a terrible person.
It gets worse when she chats with him by the fire pit. It is embarrassing to watch as she fawns and fakes her way through the conversation. There is nothing wrong with having feelings for Barnett. Just don’t drag Mark through all of this.
Damian looks like he’s about to vomit at the wedding. Giannina is a smiles and he’s…not.
I agree with the comment that the set-up of the weddings is weird and cruel. I wonder if any if the couples goes through with the wedding because of the pressure to say yes.
Post by NomadicMama on Feb 15, 2020 22:15:22 GMT -5
I just started watching this evening. The couples seem rather forced to me. I understand the concept, but they have so little experience between the individuals. It’s all just talk. I’m curious to see how things go once they are out of the facility.
Post by NomadicMama on Feb 6, 2020 21:39:00 GMT -5
It’s telling how Brandon treats the cameraman and production folks. That’s a glimpse into the future right there. That would be a deal breaker for me.
Zach is so egocentric, he can not fathom emotions unless he’s experienced them and his pretty head just can’t realize that he’s hurting Mindy. I’m glad she called one of the experts for support. This can’t be comfortable.
Teen Mom Young and Pregnant—Rachel is awful. She is so immature and angry. And she’s setting herself up to repeat her mother’s mistakes. It is hard to watch.
Bar is dead weight. He’s mad because he does nothing and then it bites him in the backside. Ashley carried him for far too long. She’s got plans. He’s got face tattoos.
Stefan’s mom makes me mad. Well, Stefan, too. He talks such a big game but he continues to do nothing with and for his son. And his mom is mad at Kayla? For taking complete care, physically and financially, of their son? Kayla just wants him to be present. And he won’t do that. It’s really sad.
I felt a bond with my cat almost instantly. It took at least a month, probably longer with our puppy. I didn't have any kids to compare at the time, but I had a fairly significant depressive episode afterward that looked a lot like the PPD I experienced after my kids. It took us 3ish weeks to pick out a name because I just wasn't feeling all that attached. I cried a lot and questioned the decision to get a dog.
12 years later, this dog is my favorite creature in all the land. He loves us all, but is most attached to whoever walks and feeds him.
We tried to adopt a second dog 12 years ago, but I had an emotional breakdown. At the time, we attributed it to the hormones I was on while being treated for infertility. This past summer, we adopted a new dog and I had the same emotional reaction. With hindsight, we now realize this is how I react to new dogs (and a baby—my PPD was crushing). It was a rough first three weeks with our new dog. I’m still working on my attachment to him and it’s been six months. I am committed to him but he’s still work. I am his chosen person, though it’s complicated.
Post by NomadicMama on Jan 20, 2020 14:41:58 GMT -5
When is Blake going to realize that Jazmin wants to be near her sister and he’s the vehicle? They have little in common and she has no interest in spending time with his friends. And, apparently, she isn’t interested in contributing to their financial well-being, either.
Post by NomadicMama on Dec 15, 2019 23:24:25 GMT -5
Robert and Anny are awful—as individuals and as a couple. She needs to go home now and spare us all future airtime.
I understand that customs and expectations are different for Mursel’s family, but he cannot expect Anna to be cool with him lying about her children’s existence. I wonder if they have better/more in-depth conversations off camera. They seem to have the same stunted exchanges every episode. Even Karine and Paul’s interactions were less painful.
Juliana needs a mentor. She needs someone in her corner to help her navigate her new life. She can determine what she wants to do and have Michael pay for her education/training to achieve it. She is in a place of less/no power now, but she can make her way. She’s just so young and alone.
Angela…she’s going to be disappointed if/when Michael shows up and does nothing but play video games all day. And it bothered me how she called him Papa to her grandkids. They’ve never met him!!!! Gah! More kids involved in these crazy situations. Oh!!! I had to laugh when Angela said that an American wedding was her right as a tax-payer!!!!
Sasha is going to try to pawn off his son to anyone who will take him. He thinks his gym time is his right. Ugh. Buddy, nobody owes you anything.
Murcel seems so disengaged. I understand that the language difference is overwhelming, as are the cultural differences, but come on! I do feel for the older two boys. I think the youngest would have accepted him if he hadn’t been influenced by Joey and Geno. Though, I do think that Joey, the oldest, was set against Murcel from the start. The news that Murcel is keeping the boys a secret from his family would be hard for me to handle.
If Angela was freaking out about the Botox injections, how is she going to handle the potential injections and blood draws for her side of IVF? It’s not as much as stimming for eggs, but she’ll still have to do some. I think it’s going to be a shock for Michael to be thrown into a child care role for her grandchildren. He’s used to just doing his own thing. And if he doesn’t do things to Angela’s standards, he’s going to hear about it!!
Juliana is coming to realize the power imbalance in their relationship. It’s got to be scary for her. She comes from so little. I hope he doesn’t screw her.
I can’t believe Tania left Sinjun for a third of their time together. I think he’s having doubts already. This will not be good for them. And unfair for him.
Below Deck—Kate is all pissy because Brian was honest with her. She can be funny but she is a bitch. She needs some self-awareness. I’m looking forward to seeing the Captain’s dressing down of the crew.
Why in the world would she think that Sasha will step up for her in the way he hasn’t with the last two wives and babies? I don’t understand this mentality at all. He even says that she gets mad at him for all the same reasons! (Sorry I cant remember her name!)
I completely agree. He even said something about how the women change. Ummm, everything changes when a baby is born, except, apparently, him. Sasha is the common denominator. Plus, because he didn’t apply for his passport when she told/asked, delaying their departure for six months. He’s stalling. All of these are red flags!!!
And then the music, I was laughing at how ridiculous it was!
I started Welcome to Platville (not sure what it’s actually called) on TLC about the family who lives off the grid so to say. It’s alarming how ignorant these kids are and how proud their parents are of this ignorance.
The mother seems to have something against college. She’s mentioned a couple of times that she thinks it’s a waste of time. Ummm, her husband drives a very nice car. I’m guessing his college degree helped him get the career that pays for that car and their warped lifestyle.
Below Deck: I love Tanner and Brian. They work so hard and have great attitudes. And they are hot. Kevin is even growing on me. I love when he pitches in on deck.
Glad abbi left, she was not really doing much. the whole proposal thing was odd. lol
Love Brian. Courtney annoys me.
Abbi added very little to the story. I’m curious who the new deckhand is. It’s clearly someone Captain knows. I wonder if we know him/her, too!!
Courtney’s only saving grace is that she acknowledges that she’d rather be a guest. She’s quite entitled. I’m not a fan.
I’m curious to see what happens to set Kate off. She’s been fairly chill this season so far.
Post by NomadicMama on Nov 12, 2019 9:22:48 GMT -5
Below Deck: I love Tanner and Brian. They work so hard and have great attitudes. And they are hot. Kevin is even growing on me. I love when he pitches in on deck.
Post by NomadicMama on Oct 16, 2019 13:54:48 GMT -5
90 Days The Other Way…I am not a fan of Evelin. She repeatedly says how the man should provide for the woman, but she’s bleeding Corey dry. And, if they split up, she thinks she should get to keep everything he’s purchased for their life together. I get the strong feeling that she likes him but loves what he provides. She puts conditions on her love and her willingness to marry him. Corey needs to get what money he can and get out of there!
Laura is in way over her head. Aladin will not accept anything from her except subservience. He demands respect and goes off the rail when he doesn’t get it. I don’t understand how those two ever got together.
Tiffany has put herself in a difficult situation. Ronald will likely never get a visa to move to the US and she’s not keen on relocating to South Africa to live with her husband who will likely struggle to support his family. She’s now got two kids to think of and she keeps putting herself first. Her tears about Ronald not getting see his daughter annoyed me. These were all her choices to make.
Post by NomadicMama on Sept 30, 2019 14:37:55 GMT -5
Jeniffer and Tim are not well suited. She is far more independent than he is and that causes him to second guess everything. She wants a guy who is active and adventurous, who is as comfortable on the farm as he is in the city. Tim is not that. He wants a girl to do facials with and follow fashion trends. Go home, Tim. Get comfortable with yourself then maybe date a girl who lives closer.
Tyra, Tiara and the cousin very well did plan their pregnancies. It’s not ideal, in my opinion, but they do have a built in support system.
McKayla needs to grow up. She makes parenting decisions based on her emotions and what will stick it to Caelen and Shelly. Caelen may not be perfect, but he’s working to provide a home and other necessary things for his kids. I hate how McKayla’s grandparents act as though he’s neglecting the kids. He’s at work!!! He needs to go to court to formalize child support and to set a visitation schedule so he can see his kids.
Max…I can’t stand that guy. He is incapable of seeing any side other than his own. He posted that picture of himself with Ava without any care what so ever. Chloe would be so much better off without him. I’m impressed with how her parents are handling it, though. It is her choice. If they forbid her to see him, it would drive her right to him. I hope she wakes up soon. And before anyone signs a lease.
Waaaaaaait - did Max just say he fell asleep in the delivery room because he was on drugs?!
This fucker. He’s a manipulative mess.
Yup, but it’s not his fault, it’s Chloe’s mom’s fault for making him feel unwelcome. It’s obvious that both Max and Chloe are immature and have a great deal of growing up to do.
Post by NomadicMama on Sept 10, 2019 21:36:24 GMT -5
Unexpected: I nearly fell off of my couch when Max blamed Chloe and her family for his drug use. He’s the son of an addict. I feel for Max’s dad, that’s got to be hard as hell to see happening again.
Baby Layla’s grandmother and great grandmother were awful…waking the baby against the wishes of the parents and demanding to know how often they’ll see the baby. Grandma didn’t even bother going to the hospital.
90DF, Before the 90 Days: I feel for Ben. Sure, a gift for Akinyi would have been nice…but let’s give the guy a break, he spent a ton of money on his plane ticket, and likely had to eat the cost of the AirBnB he’s not using because Akinyi wasn’t upfront about the role her brother was going to play. They seem to be good people, but they’ve got a lot of differences between them to work out.
Avery is a little girl who is clueless. I cannot imagine her moving to another country, let alone Syria.
Rebecca needs to learn to respect the culture where she’s visiting. You’d think she’d have learned something given her first international marriage. Guess not.
Before the 90 Days- Angie is fucking crazy. Any woman in a picture she goes crazy over. He went out to dinner for his birthday with his nephew before she even got there, and she is mad. She is nuts and he should run.
Angela was looking to start a fight. He could not have done anything right in that situation, she set him up to fail. I understand that she’s caught him in several lies…but she chooses to continue their relationship. She’s addicted to the drama. He needs to get out while he can.
Post by NomadicMama on Mar 28, 2019 6:03:54 GMT -5
cleo29—that’s what is frustrating about AJ, he throws temper tantrums. And he’s 30 years past when he should have out grown them. If he has to do something he doesn’t like, he pitches a fit.
I really like Kate’s gray sweater dress. She has a very pretty, yet not fussy, sense of style. She always looks well put together!
I really dislike Luke, too. I don’t understand why he’s so determined to remain married. I was going to say “married to Kate”, but honestly, I feel like Kate is secondary to the marriage to him. Kate, RUN!!!! Let MAFS pay for your divorce. DTMF.
I’m glad that Stephanie is really considering AJ’s reaction to stress as she contemplates their marriage. Personally, I think his extreme reaction to stress could be a deal breaker to me. He gets nasty when stressed. Though, my guess is that she’ll say yes to staying married. Clearly AJ will say yes. He got lucky, Stephanie is a catch.
I think Jasmine will pull the plug. Will may be a good guy, but not her good guy. I think Keith and Kristine will both say yes.
I think the Browns do need to only build one house. Something condo style. There kids are growing older and leaving home. It doesn’t make sense for them all to have huge homes when they’re going to be empty nesters relatively soon. They are absolutely terrible with money and need to make a smart financial decision this time.
Also, what is there plan for when the kids are all gone? Is each wife going to live in their own home alone? That doesn’t make any sense to me.
Will probably move again.
I think either some town house like or just small to medium cabins/houses would be nice. Build for what they need.
That would work for most of the wives except Robyn, she said that she still has five kids at home! She has two little ones, but yah, they all don’t need giant houses. But, I bet there will be the desire to have extra bedrooms for when kids come to visit…maybe they need two houses. One for them to live in and a second as a guest house. I wonder who will come visit for holidays now that they are less conveniently located. Is the airport in Flagstaff any good or would they drive down to Phoenix?
Post by NomadicMama on Mar 25, 2019 20:44:12 GMT -5
Paige needs to develop a close friendship, or two, with women who are not looking to date her husband. Bernie needs to quit pushing Paige to do something she does not want to do. Just because he’s developed feelings for someone does not make it right.
The Snowdens are entirely too much. Vanessa is going to look back in a year, when she pregnant with Dmitri’s baby, and wonder what she’s done to her life. And I wish that sex was not such a key conversation piece among the three of them. Just stop.
I really want to know the story behind Jennifer and the Allredge family. What was her end game?
The Winders…I give them credit for sticking to the faith…but I don’t think they could be more boring, but each week they are less interesting than the week before.
And Sister Wives…if one house is so damn important to Kody, he should have talked to his wives before purchasing four properties and creating financial stress on themselves. They were quite stupid, IMO, to have purchased the land before even listing their LV homes.
Is Sister Wives the only reality show about polygamy? I’m asking because I have a friend who just bought a house in Las Vegas. The house was owned by one of the wives on one if these shows. It wasn’t the primary family home but it was used for filming. I can’t remember the name of the show, just know it was about polygamy. Can anyone identify who might have lived in a house in Vegas? I want to be nosy and google so I can see pics of my friend’s new house.
I would assume it’s a Sister Wives house! I think they did sell one and there’s still three for sale.
So they just sold one?!?! Yikes! Talk about a poorly planned move.
Post by NomadicMama on Mar 18, 2019 21:48:43 GMT -5
Bernie needs to reevaluate why he feels called to plural marriage. If it’s to build a bigger family, then they need to be looking at younger women who are young enough and willing to have children. Otherwaise, he’s just looking to get laid. My heart aches for Paige—wondering why she’s not enough for her husband. Unless they look at younger women, they’ve missed their window.
I feel for the Alldredge adults. They seem very earnest and sincere and in each season so far, they’ve been lied to and had their time wasted. I am very curious about Jennifer’s actual story.
The Snowdens story is getting weird. Next week’s episode looks like it’s going to be all sorts of uncomfortable to watch.
The Winders…zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz. Oh wait, what? Boring.
Post by NomadicMama on Mar 11, 2019 22:53:23 GMT -5
The whole pH thing with Vanessa and Ashley—seems like a good “test” of her commitment without actually calling it a test. I’m curious how the dynamic will change once Vanessa and Dmitri are intimate. She’ll be a new play thing for him. It’s interesting how the older children seem more drawn to Vanessa. I think Ashley may be in for a surprise. I do think Vanessa’s sister might get her point across better if she weren’t openly hostile.
The Allredge family has now been ghosted twice. In two seasons. Take a hint, folks. Jennifer didn’t seem, to me, like a good fit. Her lifestyle seemed way different and not likely to be compatible. At least they didn’t get stood up at the airport again.
The family from Utah is all sorts of awkward. I wonder if they thought they’d be the next “Brown family”…but without any personality.
Sister Wives…Kody is an idiot. He’s been pushing to move for years, now that it happening, he’s freaking out and acting like a sullen teenager (you know, like Gabriel). Meri does not help herself, but I was happy to hear that she and Kody are trying to mend their relationship off camera. Their previous therapy sessions on camera were horrible and left me yelling at the TV to keep things private.
Mitch and Aspyn’s relationship seems very, very traditional. He attended the bridal shower but she’s not allowed to attend his bachelor party? I mean, as long as it works for them…but they are uncomfortable for me to watch.
Post by NomadicMama on Mar 1, 2019 10:38:55 GMT -5
My jaw was in my lap when Luke was gaslighting Kate early in the episode. The crap he says doesn’t even make sense. I was so sad for Kate on their anniversary. He got up and left her alone. He is not invested, at all. I, too, am surprised that the experts have not stepped in more. They are taking a more hands off approach this season, it seems. I hope Kate tells Luke to shove it on deciosion day.
Jasmine and Will are like minimally compatible roommates. They appear no closer to each other now than they did on their wedding day. She has strong ideas of what her marriage and husband should be like…and Will is not it.
AJ and Stephanie work. He’s got issues but she’s able to deal with him. I do hope she has a CTJ meeting with him about his outbursts. She shouldn’t have to deal with that on a regular basis.
Keith and Kristine are the best match. They are learning and growing together. I like how they both make mistakes but recover and take something positive from it. I can see them going the distance and I hope they do!
Post by NomadicMama on Feb 12, 2019 15:36:56 GMT -5
Colton and his two wives are soooooo awkward. Seeing the three of them at the farmers’ market made me appreciate how the Brown wives and Kody are not demonstrative in the presence of each other. It looked odd to see him holding both their hands while walking. It made them appear co-dependent.
I’m curious to see what the “family emergency” amounts to with the Allredges in Niagara Falls. It was interesting to see her smoking while on the phone…and knowing that she’s currently tending bar. The lifestyles don’t seem, on the surface, to match up.
The Snowden’s just seem off. He wants to have his cake and eat it, too (while off camera) and she just seems tired.
Meri really did seem to come alive at the grand opening of the B&B. While she seems to be difficult to get along with at times, she does seems to land in no win situations. The conversation between Meri and Kody, while looking at the sunset was sooooo uncomfortable. It’s as if they don’t know each other at all. He’s defensive about it and she seems resigned. When he was going on about his clothes situation, I wanted to point out that his stuff is spred out among three houses as we all know he’s not staying at Meri’s…unless maybe she’s at the B&B.