I’m half watching the repeat now…I haven’t read any of the blogs yet.

Wow, Alex sure did get attacked at the meeting. I know everyone was tense because the charity was 5 days away and Ramona was in the room but geez. Say what you will, but if I had to go to a meeting by any of these women, I would rather it be led by LuAnn. When it comes to most things she is respectful. She won’t call you out in a group. Sure, she’ll talk behind your back but I prefer that over what Alex went through.

I’ve always wanted to know the behind the scenes of how a step and repeat works. Thanks Bravo for showing it! I bet this happens for every event. Charity or not.

Ally is so beautiful.

The Bethenny vs Jill drama: I can understand both sides. Bethenny didn’t know exactly what happened (probably until watching the show) and vice versa. I would have reacted like B. I’m very emotional and I would have lit into Jill or anyone who would listen at the charity event. Here is your bff “on the show” Jill talking to RAMONA of all people about you behind your back. Not cool. But what Bethenny didn’t know was that Jill would have talked to Cristina if Chris wasn’t running around getting things in order. Ramona was there.

Bethenny showed restraint and acted like a grown up by letting it go for the moment. The alcohol was free. She didn’t know how big the signage was going to be. And how unprofessional was it for them (Ramona and Jill) to take some of it down? Ack. I’m assuming it wasn’t a big deal to the company because it was for charity but imagine if it was a for a regular event. Someone would owe someone a lot of money. Also, I was surprised Bethenny used Alex’s graphic for the event. Judging by what Alex has been saying in her blogs, I thought B never used that image. Hmmm.

Then there’s Jill side: “How could Bethenny not tell me about this branding opportunity?” Beth has said that Jill has helped her with career stuff a lot. So I’m guessing this is why Jill was so hurt. She couldn’t believe Bethenny of all people would do that to her. And she wondered why Bethenny didn’t say a thing at the meeting. I think it was because Bethenny a.) didn’t know and b.) she didn’t equate any signage to the step and repeat drama. I’m not taking up for Bethenny but I really see this as a simple misunderstanding. If Bethenny knew what was going on, I 100% believe she would have mentioned something to Jill in passing before or right after the meeting. It just goes against everything we’ve seen of her. Yes, I know there is editing.

Jill was beyond stressed and who wouldn’t be? This was her event. I’m 100% with Jill on telling Bethenny “this is not the right time”. She was already on edge. She was nervous about giving her speech etc. Her name was on the line and she wanted to raise money for Creaky Joints. OTOH, Ramona telling Bethenny “this isn’t the time”. When is the right time when you are pissed? You’re supposed to wait until you simmer down? (ideally) What fun is that?! She needed to get it out! Someone would have heard me out before I STFU.

I’m glad the charity event went well. I was so worried about the auction in the beginning. Luckily that worked out. I can’t believe how much chatter goes on at these events. It would drive me up the wall. (Only Bethenny can talk). I would want to do what LuAnn did at the cancer event early in the season.

Simon must love red. He can rock those red leather pants so rock it Simon. The Simon and Ramona dancing scenes were classic. Everyone dance with your enemies and make the world a better place!

Very sad that the show is over. 🙁 I hope everyone will return or at least no new housewives. I love this group. However we have 2 hours of a finale to look forward to I think??? So I will be back with my blather.

Linkage
Jill blogs about the charity event
LuAnn blogs about tacky vs classy when it comes to charity
Bethenny blogs about the drama
Ramona blogs about everything
Kelly blogs about whatever she wants

Jill talks to OK Mag

When the show is over then for instance, on the blogs Mario has been hitting me and I feel like he has been attacking me outside the ring. When you say am I upset, I mean of course I was upset when I watch the episode over when Mario said what are you gonna do take your toys out, and I’m like yes I’m going to take my toys out, but I don’t have anything against him. It’s like all is fair in love and war and we had a fight and we’ve sort of gotten past it and it was six months ago, and who cares and life is good.