I was actually really impressed with Jason. He took what could have been a very awkward moment telling her about his son, and made a connection that I think is going to take him quite far in the game - if not to the end.

I agree it was very telling that she had never been with a guy who cared to know about her mother. And now that Jason knows that bit of information, he has something that is (at least in my mind) more real to base a relationship off of. Actual human feelings, rather than the TV Producer generated situations.

I'm so glad Ron is gone...

I have to admit, I started crying when DeAnna was telling the story of her mother. My mom is alive and healthy, so I cannot even begin to imagine what she's gone through. Plus I also can't imagine anyone that she's been with not caring to ask about her mom either? I mean...has she ever been in a really serious long-term relationship? I think some guys or really people in general get uncomfortable asking about stuff like that, not that that is an excuse especially not when you are in an intimate relationship.

And Ron, seriously? You told her you woke up this morning and didn't think she was the girl for you?? How could you not expect to be REJECTED after that. Ugh.

Great recap, Honey!

I feel the same as you when you say Jason has stepped up his game. My previous top 3 was Jeremy, Richard & Graham, but since Richard got turned into a pumpkin, I think Jason has real potential.

My mom passed only 5 years ago, so I know it has to be so devastating to lose your mom at such a young age. Most guys will only say 'Im sorry' when you tell them, but it was so sweet of Jason to dig a little deeper.

I also think Fred is cute, but he's not going to last too much longer unless he continues with the sweet nothings.

Ron was a jealous, arrogant punk and Im glad he got put out.

Great recap.

I don't watch this show. But your recaps are hilarious.

Jason - Please stop putting ur hands on DeAnna's face when you kiss her

Graham - most awkward kiss EVER!

Star naming - would've been sweet if the producers hadn't done it in advance, and DeAnna took credit for it

ARGH!!! 2 hours is WAAAAYYYY too much on this poo!!!! Oh well, great recap Honey! Ron was a creep, sans mullet aint helpin' (and if that's Ron's handywork, try some clippers, Dude!) Jason was better, but there's something, Stubble's gonna run for the hills, it's crystal clear, and I'm not blinded by his reputed beauty. More Fred is fine by me--not sure what I think of Jeremy, and cheffy is dull . . . but Honey, what . . . no screengrab of the the package shot?! Am I the only ho who wanted to see that in still form!?

Hi! I cheered from my couch when Ron said, "DeAnna didn't reject me. She just chose other guys." Way to have a healthy ego, Ron!! I'm not being sarcastic, either! Also, way to go Ron for not rushing to big D's "aid" when she pretended to have a bad fall off the fake bull. I wondn't have fallen for that fake bull, either!!

Hey y'all! that last comment was from me -- don't know why it came up as User Name. I screwed up somehow! (also spelled "wouldn't" wrong!)
As to HG's query of who'll go next ... I'll go with Twilley & Brian (Twilley b/c he seems kinda freaky - not in a good way), and Brian b/c he hasn't gotten much air time.
Until next time!

Love your recaps Honey G!

Wow, that Ragin' Ron was a weirdo!

I wonder what was wrong with Clark Kent - you never really could tell from the footage, but she was like see ya later. I too thought it was strange that he was excited about the pumpkin carriage. Maybe I just answered my own question.

I so wanted to know who Ellen D. was referring to when pointing at the photos and saying 'he's not going to be around much longer'. That was funny. It must have been, Mullet, Maple Leaf, or Twilly.

Have I not been telling you all along that Jason is the winner! He's better, but I'm still not getting him (yet).

Looking so forward to seeing what her hissy fit is all about.

I'm not digging any of these dudes. I have to agree the best one is probably Fred so far. His accent reminds me of The Blues Brothers. Jeremy, Jason and Graham are still seeming a bit off to me.

I have to say that I do enjoy the Bachelorette series better than The Bachelor series. Does anyone agree? I think it may be because I enjoy the non-shrieking by all those bimbos.

Probably a gender thing...it's easier for me to put myself in the bachelor's position, having to choose from among all those beauties (happens all the time...).

Absolutely can't put myself in the position of a guy vying for the attention of a girl I wouldn't normally have any (romantic) interest in.

But then, I only watch these shows because I've always loved a good freak show (and the real ones are hard to find these days. What do pinheads do for a living these days?).

As for the rest:
Ron is either a Scientologist, or has gone through years of psycho-therapy (probably for abusing his ex-wife? Or maybe it was her who kicked his ego to shreds?)

Jason is just too smarmy to be real. Not much passion in that kiss of theirs. And besides, if you have to ask for the kiss, then it's just not happenin'.

Fred...I'm just waiting for him to say the word 'sausage' (I lived in Chicago and I miss me my saysiges).

Itchy I beg to differ - guys who ask for the kiss are usually the respectful, gentle ones and I much prefer being asked to being mauled. If they ask and I dont want it, I say yes, offer my cheek and they get the hint. Just because a guy is good enough to ask doesnt mean the chemistry isnt burning brightly.

I like the bachelorette much better--I think the women tend to be more emotionally connected to "the process."

DeAnna is growing on me, too. I forgot that she lost her Mother...Her explanation of having to keep her emotions hidden and "be strong," makes me understand her weird blunted affect (which had always, in the past, bugged me).

I lost my precious Mom 3 years ago to ovarian cancer. I feel for those that lose their Moms..it's the most devastating thing in the world.

Spring, I see your point...I suppose a lot of guys operate pretty aggressively. I guess I'm a different kind of guy-- I've never asked, because the only time I've tried to kiss someone was when I was quite certain she wanted me to do so (or she kissed me first, after she finally got tired of waiting for me to make the move...).

Which is what I meant, if Jason wasn't feeling it enough to have to ask, then she didn't really want it (and that kiss didn't exactly set the world on fire...)

"Timmy" - Priceless!!!

Thanks for the Blues Brother comment BChristine. Thats exactly what I think of when I see Fred - Dan Akroyd and the heavy C-town accent.

I love this show and since I have never seen it (or The Bachelor) before, I am mesmerized by the whole process. 11 guys in Boxer shorts, Take your pick. I could learn to live with that...

Brian is adorable as is Fred, Jesse and Jason. Robert I still havent figured out but I did notice his manboobs at the baseball field so the jury is still out. Graham has issues and needs to eat some carbs. Richard was one of my top picks but maybe he'd make the next great Bachelor. There was just something about him.

Once a mullet head, always a mullet head and well Jeremy does have something missing but Ron WAS a douche and needed to be sent home. I am sure NO ONE rejects him there.

I agree with so many of the comments here. DeAnna's emotional walls, Jason's awkwardness (but what kind of mother leaves her baby before his 1st birthday!@? jiminy christmas..), Fred's cuteness, Twilley's inexplicable still-thereness... I love you guys.

I had a date with a guy sorta like Ron once. (Note use of word once.)

I get that Ron was creepy and all that, but he missed his chance to tell DeAnna what Jeremy did to stir everyone up against him (interrupting someone else's alone time for some of his own pre-rose-ceremony after already securing a rose), because she certainly would not have stood for that when she was on the other side of things.

BYE RON!!!!

i was a bit sad to see Richard go. I knew from the beginning that he didn't stand a chance, but he was still so nice. Boring, but nice. haha I guess DeAnna hasn't learned yet that you ALWAYS go for the nerds, they'll never cheat! haha

OK, running a little late here on the commentary. I know this is mainly due to editing, but I just loved the part when Ron told Deanna "I can be fun..." and then just sat there. "I can be fun, and earnest, and intense, but still fun...always fun". What a schmuck.

Also, Fred...love him! It took me forever to figure out who he reminded me of, and then I finally realized - Jason Bateman - especially in the Dodgeball era.

I'm sorry but these guys are all Losers. They dissed the Bachelorette on national TV at the BBQ. What a bunch of jerks and losers. That was deplorable. How bout that guy who wears his ballcap backwards? Oh Yeah, he's marriage material! What is he 19?! The face scruffy went out in the 90's and the only losers who wear their ballcap backwards are college frat boys and High School wannabees. I say get rid of the whole lot and get some guys who want to committ and be involved in a serious relationship. Man what a bunch of losers!!!

Anyone who wears his ballcap backwards is a LOSER!!!