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If you missed last night’s episode, you missed almost nothing.  She was sick for more than half of the episode.  The other half was centered around the crazy lunatic who tattooed a shield covering a heart and a rose on his wrist symbolizing his love for Ali and in remembrance of this experience. 

For all of you who missed last nights’ episode, here’s your recap… well, actually the entire show was entirely boring… a waste of a good hour of my life.  All I can say is…

We start off with Ali and Kasey’s 1-on-1 date in which he expresses his eternal desire to “guard and protect her heart”:

And, Kasey dreams of their wedding day and …..

Meanwhile, back on the date…

Not long after the date, she explained to everyone her fears about Kasey’s relentless obsession about guarding the heart.  They held a secret meeting at The Lion King Stage.

They staged the attack, but were surprised at Kasey’s power of love forces… it seemed like nothing would stop him!  He came armed with a bad tattoo and….

Thankfully, the magic unicorn was able to distract Kasey and divert his attention.  She led him back to his home-sweet-home, filled with love, laughter and chocolate chip cookies… a place where his heart was safe…

As he gets ready for beddy-bye, he reminds himself…

Who are my favorites? 

Still Roberto… OLE!  So sexy!

Chris, the landscaper from Cape Cod (yum)

And that scrapbook guy… is is Kirk?

I’m glad that weather-boy got the boot last night.  He bugged and was too short.

Well, toodles!

Last night included two your stereotypical staged, dream-dates that you would expect from The Bachelorette.  There was the “Hollywood Glamour” date with the vintage car and the Hollywood Sign and the Las Vegas, private jet, Ferrari, fancy suite date.  The other was a group date on the beach in which they posed for a charity calendar which can be purchased on abc.com. 

This week’s show wasn’t all that it was cracked up to be, but I’m hoping that next week’s episode will deliver some more juice!

Here’s this week’s quick wrap up:

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My sister and I argued about how “fab” Ali was during the past season.  Truthfully, I was happy that Jake picked Vienna.  Although I liked Ali, I didn’t personify her as this super-awesome chick that I think much of America did.  But, I do pride myself on being open minded and I’d like to see what ABC offers up this season. 

After looking forward to the season premier, I discovered that the show seemed to drag on.  Usually I adore oohing-and-aawing over scrumptious babes, but these 25 men I did not find famously hot, intriguing, nor remotely worth two hours of my time.  I did, however come up with several questions about Ali since we last saw her on last season’s The Bachelor:

♥ Has she put in hair extensions? ♥

♥ Had Collegen pumped into her lower lip? ♥

♥ How much did ABC pay her to leave her job in San Fran? ♥

♥ Why does Chris Harrison keep calling her America’s Sweetheart? ♥

Shall we start off with my never-to-be-humble impression of the men:

Unfortunately, die-hard fans, there weren’t a ton of memorable moments from the premier, however I can share a few of the highlights… 

Overall, the scoop is that Roberto and Cape Cod Chris are the two at the end.  Rumors have it that two guys have girlfriends.  I am also guessing that it is Jesse (whamp whaa) that has ther mental issue (wrist cutting issue) that we see in the previews).  In any event, we’ll keep counting ‘em down week by week.

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I’m still ranting and raving, fuming and moaning about Nicole Scherzinger being invited to dance on the show.  Even with her little emotional break down last night and her open invitation for us all to come to rehearsal so that we may witness how hard this is for her, I still can’t buy into the fact that she wasn’t a dancer to begin with.  Naturally, someone with dance ability is going to be able to pick up new styles easier than somebody with little or no dance training.  It makes me wonder who they will invite on next?  Brittney Spears?  After all, she’s had no “ball room” dance training.  It’s ridiculous that Nocole’s even on the show to begin with.  Let’s get back to the regular famous people who are not in the music industry where dancing is involved.  PLEASE!

Needless to say, she and Derek scored a perfect 30 for their 50′s rendition of a Paso Doble and did a marvelous Fox Trot.  I did not look forward to either dance.  Frankly, it was like watching when the pros dance when they have the guest stars sing.  I’m not excited for their performances at all.

"Lucy?" "Yes, Ricky?" "Are we dancing in sync?" "Yes, Ricky!"

Evan, however, is my little sweetheart.  I really like watching his rehearsal video.  He is quirky in his own way and I really like that about him.  Is it just me, or does he seem to have a crush on Anna?  Anna is married to DWTS Alum Jonathan Roberts, who is not dancing this season.   It just seems like she is his little sweetheart and he made this comment last night that he really enjoyed dancing with Anna, especially the romantic dances.  Hmmm…

I have no doubt that Anna is happily married to Jonathan, but it’s cute to see Evan and Anna.  This is the first season that she’s really gotten past the first 2 or 3 dances because she’s never been paired up with a strong partner.  I think that these two have a solid chance at the semi-finals and I always look forward to what they do.  I loved their waltz, but found their futuristic Cha-Cha-Cha a tad funk-kay! 

Omi-Arigato Mr. Roboto... COME ON... Come On!

"Oh, Anna... this is so romantic..."

Niecy, Niecy, Niecy… you are my girl.  But, I think it’s time that you go.  I know that you’re having fun.  I realize that you are working harder than most.  However, I just think that the competition just has you beat, Babe!  It’s between you and Ocho… Let’s just say that the Paso Doble didn’t help much, Girl.  Niecy’s Vienese Waltz, however was quite lovely.

Bruno accused Niecy of waxing the floor with her dress in this spin...

At least it wasn't as bad as Kate Gosselin's Paso Doble to Paparazzi!

Moving onto my favorite couple, Erin and Max… You know, I must say that every season I hate Max with a firey passion.  I never want his team to win.  But, there is something about him with Erin that I just adore.  It’s like she brings out the inner teddy-bear in him.  I like their dynamic.  Their Argentine Tango was OUTSTANDING!   She was terrified of the leap that he wanted her to do, but in the performance, she did it.  I was really proud of her.  I didn’t like their 80′s Rumba so much, but their Tango was so outstanding that I just had warm fuzzies for them all night.  They deserve to go to the semi-finals!

A gorgeous pose at the beginning of their outstanding Argentine Tango!

Overcoming her fears, she lands it perfectly!

"Look deep into my eyes...." "Whatever you say, Cheryl, Baby..."

"I'm pimpin' it like Dennis Rodman!"

OK… so, who do you like?  Who’s going home tonight? 

What the HELL is up with Dancing With the Stars This Season?

I don’t have the time nor capacity for a full, engaging and witty recap… but, I do have time to spout out my utter disappointment:

• Nicole (aka Pussycat Dolls Lead Singer) has no business on this show.  She’s obviously an awesome dancer.  Putting her up against Buzz Aldrin or Kate Plus Eight is comparable to putting up a blind, one handed, no tongued person who always dreamt of cooking against Emmeril Laggase.   Give me a break!  They need to set some rules about who can and who cannot be on the show.  It’s totally unfair.  Look at this picture!

Anything you can do, I can do better...

•  Kate Gosselin wearing some scary-ass make-up, with an 80′s-esque side pony-tail, attempting to do a Paso Doble to Paparazzi by Lady Gaga?  Close your eyes and imagine… it’s like as gross as being a straight woman and romantically kissing Bruno Tonlioni.

You could have kept all this, John!!!!

• My girl Niecy Nash… who doesn’t love a girl who appreciates her “jiggly parts?”  I LOVE LOVE LOVE her.  Like Carrie Ann said, she is a very emotional dancer.  She and Louie Van Amstel did this forbidden love affair dance from the 60′s in the form of a waltz, which was okay.  But, then they get into preaching about black and white marraiges being illegal and gay marraige being illegal and they got way off track.  It was kinda distracting.  I hope they get back on track next week.

"Smooth as butter..."

• Jake and Chelsie walked like Egyptians for their QuickStep and gave a good performance via a mediocre dance.  I just like seeing if Vienna is in the audience and what she is wearing.

"Do I remind you of Harrison Ford, Chelsie?"

• Pamela (hide my wrinkles, watch me bite my fingers in a sexy way, listen to me flirt with Damian, look at my boobs) Anderson is a total trip.  Is she on some kind of testosterone or sex hormones?  Does she hit the dance floor just after sniffing pheremones?  I mean, the woman is so seemingly sexually charged the entire time.  Just dance Pammy-Whammy.  It’s okay.  Calm down.  Honestly.  It’s wierd!

"Tommy Lee liked my dance, but he didn't vote for me."

•  What’s his face, the Olympian gold skater…. oh, Evan… he’s good.   I like his dance partner.  They came in first place.

• Dug the heck out of Maks getting all kinky with his blindfold on his ESPN sportscaster Babe-A-Licious.  She’s one of my top 3 picks.  Like her.

"You must trust me, Erin..."

• Buzz & Ashly… I wouldn’t mind watching them every week.  It’s the judges who I just wish would shut up.  Stop with all the patronizing and excuses.  Just let them dance, say something nice, give them the crappy score, and move on.  Stop being mean.  He knows he’s old!

Doing the father, daughter dance...

• Chad OchoCinco-Siete-Ocho-Nueve-Diaz did a fairly good job in his Paso Doble.  This fake crush on Cheryl is overdone and simply… LAME.

"That's right, woman!"

• The soap star and Edyta will be in the bottom 2 tonite… sorry, Charlie!

"But, I am getting better..."