The General isn't convinced. Neither am I. He asks, "So, overall, if I gave you the choice right now, though, to move on in this competition, or if I gave you the choice to go home to your family, honestly, in your heart what would you really choose"
And, Kathy can take it no more. "I would choose to go home," she admits piteously. "I would try to make it work, but they're growing up so fast." Proof that you can take the mom out of the soccer, but you can't take the soccer out of the mom, or expect her to leave her children to live with scary, crazy people.
The Kimsicle speaks her line "You're not on the board," and adds on the fastest automated "We love you," ever. Kathy tells us that a few weeks before she had complained to her husband that he got the career and she was only driving, but, now, she feels like she knows where she's supposed to be. While I completely support the idea of a parent staying at home, I suspect that she's headed for a doozy of an empty nest crisis when her kids escape to college.
Sadly, we're left with my three favorite women, Hope, Karin, and Sharon and one of them is going home. I'm so bad at predicting the winners for these modeling type competitions. My favs are always doomed to go home.
The General runs through his critique of each woman. Hope's height is still an issue and it's going to make it hard for him as an agent to book her. You know, I wish they'd get over the height thing. I mean they knew it was a problem when they took her and isn't like she can grow if she tries harder. Karin looks as uncomfortable as the General has ever seen a human being look in a photo. Which is a pretty comprehensive way of saying 'you suck.' The General adores Sharon, but she apparently didn't 'bring it' to the photo shoot and she's still expected to do that whether she's 63 or 16. That being said he turns it over to the Kimsicle to give the final decision.
"Hope...pause...you're still on the board. So, ladies there's only one spot left. Obviously, there's only two of you standing up there. You have no idea how hard it was for us to make our final decision. Karin...pause...you're still on the board. Sharon, I'm sorry." And that's it, my absolute fav is gone in the first episode. Sigh.
Sharon goes out with all the grace and dignity that a mature woman should have and I'm not being sarcastic. She tells us that she's a little disappointed, but she's 63 years young and she feels like it's a different kind of beginning.
Shouts out to Sharon for being awesome.
So, Gasmii, my favs are down to Hope and Karin and I'm hoping to see Paula and Roxanne go soon. What do you think? Anybody else sad to see Sharon go?
Next week the ladies get to pull a classic Lucille Ball and rock the burlap. It should be a hoot, so I'll see you then.
Hugs,
Yenta
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Comments (15)
I think Bahia is shorter (or at least same height) as Hope. They both had heels on and Bahia looked shorter. Judges never comment on that.
1 of 15 | Posted by chachi | Posted on June 16, 2008 8:21 AM
Doubt I'll ever watch, but loved your recap. The gallery of make-overs really helped me connect names with faces (I wish every recap had one).
I think the loony, I victim, woman will last a long time, just because she adds so much drama.
Thanks!
2 of 15 | Posted by fire@will | Posted on June 16, 2008 8:28 AM
Great recap, Yenta! I just luurrve this show.
Yep, Sharon was my fav too - Im thinking now that she's gone, the house has lost its only sane person.
I LOL'd at the yoga caption - if I was Sharon I would have said, "'cuse me but can you keep your cooter outta my face? Thanks, doll."
3 of 15 | Posted by lexxi1129 | Posted on June 16, 2008 10:15 AM
"Then, displaying an unusual level of sophistication and good sportsmanship, Sharon moons them in the elevator."
I love the recap. I just wanted to point out that it was Paula that was doing the mooning. :P I went back to check.
4 of 15 | Posted by syrill | Posted on June 16, 2008 12:05 PM
Great recap so far!
"Then, displaying an unusual level of sophistication and good sportsmanship, Sharon moons them in the elevator."
I just wanted to point out that it was actually Paula doing the mooning. I even went back to check. Haha.
5 of 15 | Posted by syrill | Posted on June 16, 2008 12:06 PM
Whoops. Sorry. The first comment didn't show up when I checked. XD
6 of 15 | Posted by syrill | Posted on June 16, 2008 12:07 PM
grrrrrrrrr my 2 faves booted in one episode :( I have the same problem as you Yenta- my picks always go home. I should start rooting for Paula- then maybe we'd have a chance to get rid of her.
In real life though, I'm feeling like I might jump on the Bahia bandwagon. I'm just not sure who I like now though, I'm soooo lost w/ out my grandma Sharon and Soccer mom. :(
7 of 15 | Posted by TVKITTY | Posted on June 16, 2008 12:39 PM
I totally agree with Paula--there is too much judgement placed on appearances in our society and I don't want to be judged that way...that's why I choose to NOT take part in a show based totally on physical appearance!!!! Jeez, Paula, the show is named "She's Got the Look", and you want sympathy that the show is judging you on your looks? If you got a story to tell, Paula, go on Dr. Phil.
8 of 15 | Posted by lagitha | Posted on June 16, 2008 12:50 PM
I think Hope is a hoot, and I think she'll make it to the end just for that, I really like her, she's gorgeous and genuine, but we all know not the winner. Of all the bodies, Paula's was the best . . . . but Sharon is crazy smooth for a woman her age--very impressed, and will miss her, I too thought she might take it, and if nothing else, that woman rocks inner beauty for days . . . did anyone check out the diaries on line, or debut interviews . . . whatever they were, it showed Sharon making jewelry at home, and she's just a doll. Karin was super cool too--she started playing bass in a band at 39--too cool, and her interview in the teaser about being comic relief intrigued me . . . she should be fun to watch. Bahia does look short, but could be the winner fer sure--loved her snort at the life's pain segment--me thinks she's seen a few things in her day too! Surprised they got rid of 2, but I suspect Kathy begged to go . . she talked to her kids and got the feeling they were "happy" to be rid of her overbearingness, and her instinct was to get back asap and continue her suffocation . . . sorry if that's harsh, but puhleeese-- a contract at 3 years old . . . for attention . . . is it me!? I wish those kids luck, and I hope they are good to ol' Kathy, she was a nice lady, just needy!
Loved the false eyelashes . . . not sure they'll be able to bring her around, Paula bored me with her mumbling and whatever, she's hot and she rocked the shoot, so what's the prob, babe!?
Greyhound!!! Too funny Yenta--really enjoying the recaps!!!!!
9 of 15 | Posted by juddfan | Posted on June 16, 2008 1:52 PM
Good point Juddfan - I hadn't thought of Kathy begging to go home, but I bet you're right. "continue her suffocation" - pretty funny.
Great recaps! Wish I could keep their names straight.
10 of 15 | Posted by Clair | Posted on June 16, 2008 5:41 PM
Hey Guys:
chachi: I went back and looked at some of the pictures of them and, OMG, I think you're right. I wonder if that means Bahia is a shoe-in?
Fire@will: Hey there!! I'll try to remember to do a running picture gallery for you : )
Syrill: I can't believe I mixed their names up. I owe Sharon an apology. Thanks for the catch.
TVKitty: I feel your pain. With Sharon gone, I'm down to Hope and Karin. Of course, that probably means that they're going to be eliminated this week.
Lagitha: I would so love to see Dr. Phil make a guest counseling appearance.
Juddfan: I loved the video of Sharon at home too!! And Karin's base playing won me over as well : ) I was thinking that Kathy was so miserable that they offered for her to go home with the back up plan that Karin or Hope would go if she didn't. I like your idea better because it would make Hope and Karin seem a little safer.
Clair: I'm having the same problem with the names--Oy!! it will get easier after a few more go home.
Thanks for taking the time to read and post. You guys make my day.
Hugs,
Yenta
11 of 15 | Posted by yentapatrol | Posted on June 16, 2008 6:57 PM
thanks for the shout out in the recap!
12 of 15 | Posted by intense | Posted on June 16, 2008 8:50 PM
Thanks Yenta, nice of you to come back and chat!!! Glad you like the idea, we'll see how it goes--there is one of those upcoming scenes things that shows a few episodes in, and I think I saw Bahia and Hope and Karin in them all, probably Roxanne too . . . Celeste is the one name I saw and said, WHOOO!!!??? Took me a minute, should we name her crazy pants! LOL!!!!
13 of 15 | Posted by juddfan | Posted on June 17, 2008 2:30 PM
Is it just me, or is Tanya on the wrong reality show? She should totally be on "Real Housewives of Orange County". And, I'm sorry, but her makeover gave her anchorwoman helmet hair.
There is something about Melissa...I think you got it right, Yenta...no matter what they do with her hair she will always look 80's....think Christie Brinkley and Kim Alexis (when she wasn't frozen). That 1984 California girl-next-door look. Not a bad look to have, but certainly not fresh.
I was sorry to see Sharon go, but I am digging on Bahia. I enjoy the loner emo-kid grown up vibe...like she's the only one amongst them capable of a reality check.
14 of 15 | Posted by marishka | Posted on June 18, 2008 9:19 AM
Great recap, Yenta! I'm also having some trouble with the names and I'm so upset my Granny is gone!!
Sharon rocked and was, hands down, my favorite!! Now I'm pulling for Bahia for the win!
That Melissa chick reminds me of someone from the early 90's versus straight 80's and I tell you it's her face...so good luck with that one, honey! I do think she's very attractive but definitely not "fresh" as marishka pointed out.
Can't wait to see how this all plays out and if pouty Paula will strike again (you know she will so she can get plenty of "face time" in front of the camera)!!
15 of 15 | Posted by smolls | Posted on June 18, 2008 1:47 PM