melissel Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 I have an illness. I simply cannot. look. away. from this awful Real Housewives of NYC show. I've never watched the others, but I guess because I can identify more with the NYC lifestyle, I got hooked on this one. These people are so incredibly awful, it takes my breath away. Yet I can't turn it off. I'm sure I'm the only one here. So embarrassing! :leaving: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plucky Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 Oh, gosh, yes. I'm not a regular viewer but I catch them on occasion. All the housewife shows make me sit there with my mouth wide open. I can't believe they want their lives out there on tv like that. I'd like to say it is bad editing but these ladies come back season after season so they must be fine with it. shudder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2cents Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 I've watched them too. Those gals are beyond catty! When I catch the show I can't walk away. I have to grab some snacks and watch. :lurk5: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melissel Posted April 15, 2009 Author Share Posted April 15, 2009 (edited) There's a marathon on right now :blush: Do you think these women realize just how awful they come across on the shows? They all seem like they're so proud to be showcased like this. I don't think they realize that the purposethe shows ultimately seem to serve for most of us in the undersociety is that they make us feel better about NOT being rich and awful! It's almost sad that they're so oblivious. How can they not see it?! Normally I can't stand manufactured angst, but I'm fascinated by this weird social experiment. Edited April 15, 2009 by melissel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 I don't :D but my sister does. She told me that they are going to do a New Jersey one. Wouldn't it be a hoot if they asked you, Melissa!:lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melissel Posted April 15, 2009 Author Share Posted April 15, 2009 (edited) I don't :D but my sister does. She told me that they are going to do a New Jersey one. Wouldn't it be a hoot if they asked you, Melissa!:lol: Bwaaahahahaha!!! :lol::lol::lol: I heard about the NJ one. This can only do very bad things to NJ's already tarnished reputation. Of course I won't watch it. (May 12 May 12 May 12!) :lol: So far, my favorite moment from this current season is when the Countess (who has written a book called Class with the Countess, of course), went to a Boys & Girls Club in the Bronx to discuss and model self-esteem to the girls. When one girl mentioned she wanted to be a model when she grew up, the classy countess told her that was great and that she was only 10, so she had plenty of time to lose the weight. Countess: 1, Self-Esteem: 0 The NJ women will have to go pretty far to beat that :rolleyes: Edited April 15, 2009 by melissel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnTheBrink Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 I watched the first season of NY, but I've not watched much of this season. I heard the Countess and her Count have separated, but I can't remember where I heard this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melissel Posted April 15, 2009 Author Share Posted April 15, 2009 I watched the first season of NY, but I've not watched much of this season. I heard the Countess and her Count have separated, but I can't remember where I heard this. Yeah, I happened across an interview with her and it seems to be true. That's very sad for her. What a terrible thing to suffer, and even worse to suffer on national TV. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elizabeth Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 I am absolutely a ...fan...This is frequently a source of discussion around here as I really think Bethenny is smart and lovely but he thinks the Countess is fabulous. What can I say? Too many years around eurotrash , I know what I know...Seriously is anyone else really creeped by Ramona and Mario and their complete disregard for civility? And what of Simon and Alex is that a circumstance of "odd bedfellows" or what? It is really interesting and ultimately tragic that these ladies believe their public image is anything but grotesque. I mean that strictly in the academic sense of the word. What praytell does it say about me that I simultaneously loathe and relish my time with the Real Housewives??? Too late for deep thought here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desert Rat Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 Blushing and raising a hand here. I'm quick to switch it off when dh walks in the room though! Shhhh. Don't tell anyone please?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plucky Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 I am absolutely a ...fan...This is frequently a source of discussion around here as I really think Bethenny is smart and lovely but he thinks the Countess is fabulous. What can I say? Too many years around eurotrash , I know what I know...Seriously is anyone else really creeped by Ramona and Mario and their complete disregard for civility? And what of Simon and Alex is that a circumstance of "odd bedfellows" or what? It is really interesting and ultimately tragic that these ladies believe their public image is anything but grotesque. I mean that strictly in the academic sense of the word. What praytell does it say about me that I simultaneously loathe and relish my time with the Real Housewives??? Too late for deep thought here. Well, crap. Now I have to turn it to Bravo and peek at the marathon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom-ninja. Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 They're not "real" housewives. I want to see them show a real housewife's life. The mess, endless chores, limited budget, errands, commitments, and so forth. I guess that's not entertaining though. :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melissel Posted April 15, 2009 Author Share Posted April 15, 2009 They're not "real" housewives. I want to see them show a real housewife's life. The mess, endless chores, limited budget, errands, commitments, and so forth. I guess that's not entertaining though. :tongue_smilie: Nah, I live that. Why would I waste my time watching it on TV too?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crissy Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 I've only come across it once. I was folding laundry one evening, and I could NOT turn it off. Those women were awful but I could not switch the station. :001_huh: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melissel Posted April 15, 2009 Author Share Posted April 15, 2009 I've only come across it once. I was folding laundry one evening, and I could NOT turn it off. Those women were awful but I could not switch the station. :001_huh: I KNOW! :blink: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wagnfun Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 They're not "real" housewives. I want to see them show a real housewife's life. The mess, endless chores, limited budget, errands, commitments, and so forth. I guess that's not entertaining though. :tongue_smilie: ha ... as someone who lives a bit to close to the "OC" I can tell you that YES the Real Wives of the OC are very much as they are shown on the show! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 I KNOW! :blink: Oh, alright! I see your Housewives and I raise you Keeping up with the Kardashians.:lol: There I said it. I can't get enough of the Kardashians and Bruce Jenners botoxed face.:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crissy Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 Oh, alright! I see your Housewives and I raise you Keeping up with the Kardashians.:lol: There I said it. I can't get enough of the Kardashians and Bruce Jenners botoxed face.:D Are the Kardashians one of those families who are famous for being famous, or have any of them actually done something and I'm just out of touch? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leah Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 What a confession! It really is good for the soul. :) I must raise my hand as a "real-wives" watcher...I watch way too much mindless drama on Bravo all-together...(like Flipping Out.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tex-mex Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 I have an illness. I simply cannot. look. away. from this awful Real Housewives of NYC show. I've never watched the others, but I guess because I can identify more with the NYC lifestyle, I got hooked on this one. These people are so incredibly awful, it takes my breath away. Yet I can't turn it off. I'm sure I'm the only one here. So embarrassing! :leaving: *embarrassed* Guilty as charged... I got hooked watching the OC version. I feel soooo shocked at their outrageous behavior and often my mouth is hanging OPEN as I watch... and say to myself, "Oh NO -- she didn't!". It is like watching a trainwreck in slow motion. I love Bethany. Not so crazy over the new gal, Kelly. I DVR it -- and end up watching it late at night. Eeeek. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renthead Mommy Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 They're not "real" housewives. I want to see them show a real housewife's life. The mess, endless chores, limited budget, errands, commitments, and so forth. I guess that's not entertaining though. :tongue_smilie: Oh but they did! The countess' maid went home for a month (central america or somewhere) and she told her when she came back how happy she was she was home. And then went on how hard it was without her as she (the countess) had to do all the cooking and laundry and everything "And you know how I hate doing laundry!" she said. It sounded like it was a really rough month for her. In the Hamptons. :rolleyes: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TN Mama Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 *embarrassed* Guilty as charged... I got hooked watching the OC version. I feel soooo shocked at their outrageous behavior and often my mouth is hanging OPEN as I watch... and say to myself, "Oh NO -- she didn't!". It is like watching a trainwreck in slow motion. I love Bethany. Not so crazy over the new gal, Kelly. I DVR it -- and end up watching it late at night. Eeeek. My sister got me watching. I'm not a regular viewer, but if I see that it's on I must watch. It's like Pretty Woman. I don't think I've ever been able to change the chanel when I've come across it on tv. I've only seen the NY season once, but I could probably answer some trivia questions about the OC seasons and perhaps ATL as well. I can't help but think, none of it could REALLY be real... but I keep watching. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommaduck Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 I've been watching. It just proves that there is a segment of society that is out of touch with most of the real world....or just stuck in their own world. I have to say that I do like the Countess the best though. She tries to be both "proper" AND REAL. She tries to reach out. She sees her "status" as something that comes with responsibility and that it's not all about her. And Jill cracks me up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommy22alyns Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 *pointing and laughing at you* :lol: Now I'll come sit next to you and enjoy a good brain-numbing episode. :001_huh: Yes, I'm a watcher too. I have to catch up on my NY housewives - I was out of town and still have last week's episode on my recorder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newbie Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 Oh, alright! I see your Housewives and I raise you Keeping up with the Kardashians.:lol: There I said it. I can't get enough of the Kardashians and Bruce Jenners botoxed face.:D I am right there w/you. On the Housewife end, I love the NYers. They just say it like it is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Buckin' Longhorn Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 Oh, alright! I see your Housewives and I raise you Keeping up with the Kardashians.:lol: There I said it. I can't get enough of the Kardashians and Bruce Jenners botoxed face.:D OMG totally me too! I watch all of the housewives (the Orange County ones, the Atlanta ones, and the New York ones . . . and I'll be front and center at the New Jersey debut as well) and the Kardashians are just a hilarious train wreck I can't stop watching. I use my dvr and watch late late LATE at night so no one else has to suffer my illness with me . . . but I'm totally addicted. How much fun would it be to be so oblivious!?:tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jill- OK Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 Yes. (Hanging head). Although...I've quit, cold turkey. My favorites are Jill (of course!) and Bethenney. ("So...you come from a place of 'no'.") But you know what gets me, as someone trying desperately to get a book published? Three of them getting book deals. Just because they're on this show. It's too much. The parents of preschoolers putting out a book on parenting. The Countess (who points out everyone's faux pas--the height of bad manners, IMO) writing a book on etiquette. Just because they're famous. (But yes...I've been hypnotized, too, lol.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 How much fun would it be to be so oblivious!?:tongue_smilie: I live for the day when what to wear at a photo shoot is my biggest dilemma!:lol: And that Khloe Kardashian, boy can she curse like a sailor! She is my favorite Kardashian. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astrid Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 OMG! The NYC Housewives positively mesmerize me! That creepy Simon with his creepy wife and kids! Yikes. I hate reality tv, but for some reason, I just cannot look away when I'm channel surfing and come across that show. Keeping up with the Kardashians is similarly freaky, but mostly because Bruce Jenner , who is now the poster boy for BAAAD plastic surgery, lays around all day in track suits, flying remote-controlled helicopters and whining about his family. ICK! astrid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newbie Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 Simon is creepy, did you see the Bday surprise, how ridiculous and his wife looked like she was sick to her stomach and ready for a divorce. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astrid Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 Oh, alright! I see your Housewives and I raise you Keeping up with the Kardashians.:lol: There I said it. I can't get enough of the Kardashians and Bruce Jenners botoxed face.:D THERE WE GO, ELAINE!!!! I JUST ***KNEW*** WE'D FIND SOMETHING WE HAVE IN COMMON, YOU AND I!!!!!!!!!!!!! :D:D:D OMG did you see Bruce's colonoscopy?!!! EEWWW!!!!!!!!!!!!! Bruce Jenner is the posterboy for BAAAD plastic surgery! And hair plugs! UGH, it's so awful! And yet I cannot look away!!! astrid:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astrid Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 YES! The whole Simon/Alex thing just eludes me. They are so transparent and vapid. And their boys! "Oh! Francois can sing "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star" in French AND Latin!! And he's only nine months old!!" shudder! astrid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nova mama Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 My sisters! (And brothers? I didn't read every post.) My friends! I'm home. :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newbie Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 I think its a money thing. The only thing I see him do is spend money on her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 My sisters! (And brothers? I didn't read every post.) My friends! I'm home. :-) Ahhhh! This post totally cracked me up!:D:D:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astrid Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 My sisters! (And brothers? I didn't read every post.) My friends! I'm home. :-) Ahhh, welcome home, dearie! Here, I'll scootch over on the couch to make room. Popcorn is popping; would you like some wine? :-) astrid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 THERE WE GO, ELAINE!!!! I JUST ***KNEW*** WE'D FIND SOMETHING WE HAVE IN COMMON, YOU AND I!!!!!!!!!!!!! :D:D:D OMG did you see Bruce's colonoscopy?!!! EEWWW!!!!!!!!!!!!! Bruce Jenner is the posterboy for BAAAD plastic surgery! And hair plugs! UGH, it's so awful! And yet I cannot look away!!! astrid:D RIGHT???:lol: Did you see the episode where Khloe calls him crazy and old?:lol: Girlfriend kills me. My husband calls Bruce Captain Plastic.:lol: My husband doesn't watch it with me, but he has seen it in passing, he would want you to know that.;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astrid Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 RIGHT???:lol: Did you see the episode where Khloe calls him crazy and old?:lol: Girlfriend kills me. My husband calls Bruce Captain Plastic.:lol: My husband doesn't watch it with me, but he has seen it in passing, he would want you to know that.;) CAPTAIN PLASTIC!!!!!!!!!! Now THAT is funny!! Tell your dh I applaud creativity! Yes, I saw Khloe call him crazy and old!! Did you see him try and explain what a colonoscopy is to his two bio-kids? "where the poopy comes out" ROFLOL!!! Or the one where they decided it would be "fun" to have chickens?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 Oh, alright! I see your Housewives and I raise you Keeping up with the Kardashians.:lol: There I said it. I can't get enough of the Kardashians and Bruce Jenners botoxed face.:D I really don't know poker lingo....but I'm goin' all in with... Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders...Making the Team. I've watched the marathons of 2 seasons late, late at night. I was so tired I doubted my sanity but I could not turn it off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 I really don't know poker lingo....but I'm goin' all in with... Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders...Making the Team. I've watched the marathons of 2 seasons late, late at night. I was so tired I doubted my sanity but I could not turn it off. Oh, dear. *gulp* I have to admit to this, too.:tongue_smilie: What can I say, my husband works crazy hours and a lot of overtime. Late night trash TV keeps me entertained. That Kelly lady is hard-core. Being a DCC is no joke! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 CAPTAIN PLASTIC!!!!!!!!!! Now THAT is funny!! Tell your dh I applaud creativity! Yes, I saw Khloe call him crazy and old!! Did you see him try and explain what a colonoscopy is to his two bio-kids? "where the poopy comes out" ROFLOL!!! Or the one where they decided it would be "fun" to have chickens?! Yes! He is a piece of work.:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 Oh, dear. *gulp* I have to admit to this, too.:tongue_smilie: What can I say, my husband works crazy hours and a lot of overtime. Late night trash TV keeps me entertained. That Kelly lady is hard-core. Being a DCC is no joke! :lol: hard -core!!!! :lol: That is so true. Her attitude is what makes me sit there with my mouth hanging open. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommy22alyns Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 Okay, who tagged this thread? I love it! :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommaduck Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 Okay, who tagged this thread? I love it! :lol: :lol: Well you know, with all the drama that can happen here and whatnot... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happyWImom Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 Yes, yes I have watched them all!!!:blushing: Usually I watch by myself, because dh gives me a hard time. I can't help it, they're addicting. Could you believe it when Ramona was talking to the Gov. of New York & comparing her sight to his???? I had to tell dh about that one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LG Gone Wild Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 I like the women of NY, except Kelly who is really subnormal. They are all faulty but endearing (except Kelly). OC women are boring (I like Vicki though) and they all look the same to me. Jeanna's sons are awful, her daughter is a gem. Lynn's daughters are shaping up to be useless. Sorry, Lynn is no kickboxer. Tamra is like a mean chihuahua. Gretchen, well, she snorts too much. Atlanta...everyone there is a hot mess. I am so addicted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Buckin' Longhorn Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 Atlanta...everyone there is a hot mess. I am so addicted. Oh I know!!! A hot steamy mess . . . and that was my FAVORITE season! My favorite is the Niecie's gay best friend . . . oh who does his hair. When can I get an appointment? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Buckin' Longhorn Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 I really don't know poker lingo....but I'm goin' all in with... Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders...Making the Team. I've watched the marathons of 2 seasons late, late at night. I was so tired I doubted my sanity but I could not turn it off. Shoot! Is nothing private around here? I totally heart that show. I love the Kitty lady they bring in to whip their dancing into shape. She's so mean and nasty and I LOVE IT!!! Oh, the shame. I'm a slave to reality tv. :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommaduck Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 I wish I could find full episodes online. We're getting rid of our dish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LisaNY Posted April 16, 2009 Share Posted April 16, 2009 *gulp* Okay, I confess. I was sick a lot this winter, so while stuck on the couch, I got sucked into the whole Housewives drama. Should be start a Housewives social group? :001_rolleyes: (My all-time favorite episode so far was Kelly going crazy on Bethanny in the restaurant. Oh my goodness!) I have to watch it when dh is not around. He *hates* it!! Thank goodness I can DVR it. My girls think this whole thing is hilarious, as it is way out of character for me to even *watch* TV much, let alone shows like Housewives. LOL ETA: I am really laughing over this whole thread, because I was going to post this very question, but I figured I'd get laughed off the board. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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