Here we go people, it's go time. After the long awaited season of watching JoJo say Ben's name 1000x it is finally time for her to pick her husband. I feel like I've been waiting for this moment forever. We are only 5 minutes into the episode and Chris Harrison is even mentioning Ben. Oh boy.

Based on the sounds of it, JoJo is going to say I love you twice, there will be a lot of tears, an appearance by Chad and the perfect amount of drama. Sounds like the perfect Monday night to me. Let's do this ladies. I hope you brought your wine with you.

Adam is in Breckenridge tonight with him family, which is semi-devastating for his lack of commentary. But, to hold you over, he calls JoJo's brothers, Hans & Franz. So, every time they talk I hope you laugh.I'm so glad we get to see JoJo's mom again, she is the best.


Let's get to Jordan's date. I'm going to be honest and upfront - I am rooting for Jordan. I think he is genuine, call me crazy, but I really like him.  Can we talk about how hot it must be there? They are all sweating profusely. Like go inside people. JORDAN. Why didn't you ask her dad? What were you thinking? PS, your arms are really tan. Good on ya. I think you win. She adores you.

Oh Robby. "Tell them how much I love their daughter, that's what matters right?" It's like he's trying to tell her he's a fraud. Like, of course I'm going to convince your family how much I love you so I can convince myself and win the show, I mean your heart, I mean the Bachelorette. Why is Robby's chest so red? That only happens when I'm having a nervous breakdown or I'm lying.

So it's clear that the Fletcher clan loves Robby. But come on, you know Hanz and Franz are hoping they will have season ticket rights for the rest of their lives. Wasn't Robby the one she couldn't trust because of the ex? But after one convo she's simply forgotten about that?

Obvs I'm team Jordan so I'm trying to be as non-bias as possible. But I get what he is saying. Asking a dad for a hand in marriage is huge! It's as if JoJo thinks this is just about her. Jordan wants to feel confident too and I'm assuming only asking a dad once. But he could ask, not knowing where JoJo stands and get dumped. I totally get it

Good job Jordan on asking her parents. And good job both of you for writing such sweet notes. I am so excited to find out! I am so very nervous. YES.


Ok I cannot lie, watching Robby (JoJo, all the second place people) say how much they love the host breaks my heart. It's unbearable to watch. I didn't like Robby this whole show, but holy smokes, watching his heart break is devastating.

Excuse me while I just bawl my eyes out. JORDAN. They are the cutest and are going to make the most beautiful babies.



The After the Finale Rose actually made me like Robby more. But I am loving some Jordan and JoJo action.

Let's go to Paradise now people. Thanks for reading along throughout this very long journey. See ya'll next season. Here's hoping they announce the Bachelor soon!

MAJOR SPOILERS AHEAD.



Well at least we know who is going to be the next Bachelor. Guys, how was I so wrong? This is crazy. Excuse the pause in the action, I got a little teary-eyed! That was so sad! Babe, why did she send Luke home? She's crazy. 

Don't get me started on hometowns. While I am a huge proponent of the Bachelorette (duh), I'm not a huge fan of the overnight. YES, I think spending alone time together is important, but potentially sleeping with three people, three nights in a row is so creepy to me. Why can't everyone be like Sean Lowe when he chose to forego them - look at him now, married with a baby.

Is anyone buying this shit that Robby is spewing? When did he start calling her Joelle? Hands up for those who think Robby wrote the note himself.

I know there are probably as many Jordan haters as there are Robby haters, but I honestly kind of love him. I have yet to feel that icky feeling like I do with Robby. I think he adores her. And the thing I like about Jordan is that, yes he feels it with JoJo, but he isn't forcing it like Robby is. Robby is telling her exactly what she wants to hear. Jordan seems to be more real.

Why was she so hard on Jordan and not Robby? I'm starting to think JoJo isn't the best judge of character. Do they really had to show JoJo laying on the bed while he closes the door?

You all know how I feel about Chase (aka he was my favorite besides Luke) but I just don't feel it. Um, did anyone see JoJo's face post I love you. Yikes. Poor little Chase bun. Cue Chase shutting down.

WHAT ARE WE ALL MISSING REGARDING ROBBY. Chase is one of the good ones, told ya so.

PS I will not be blogging tonight via Men Tell All, but let's tweet together! Come find me - @kristengrace1

HOMETOWNS IS MY FAVORITE EPISODE.


Does anyone remember last season when JoJo's mom was caught chugging the wine bottle? The possibilities are endless people. Let's get ready people, first stop, COLORADO.

Chase - Highlands Ranch, Colorado (aka my neighbor!): First, that gorgeous park is Daniels Park. It's stunning. Good on you Bachelor. Chase's mom is a bun. Stop. Chase telling JoJo he is falling in love. I'm dying. She asked for emotion, she totally got it. Move to Colorado JoJo!

Chase is 3/4.

Jordan - This is the weirdest hometown date. Hey babe, let's go to my high school where my glory days were born and also where they died. And, now they're making out in the library. Next. I'm with JoJo, I would by dyinnnngggg to know what the deal is with his brother. As much as this pains me to say, she obviously loves Jordan more than Chase, just based on how nervous she was to meet his parents. AARON WHY HAVEN'T YOU COMMENTED ON THIS FEUD? This episode made me like Jordan so much more and not think he's slimy. But it does make me think twice about Aaron...

Jordan is 2/4.

Robby - Before we start this, can anyone out there in blogland honestly say they like Robby? That they trust him? Because blech. One, good for JoJo sticking up for herself and two, drink that wine girl. It is time for him to go home.

Robby is 4/4. 

Luke - They are the cutest little couple ever. My gosh. Luke's sister is a super model and his grandpa is the cutest. Um, this setup Luke created is to die for! The sun setting on bales of hay and perfectly placed lanterns. Good on you Bachelor. Welp, if Luke doesn't win after the flower heart and Dan + Shay playing, I don't know what wins.

Luke wins, he's 1/4. 

WHAT DID SHE JUST SAY? LUKE. WHAT. Babe, what did we miss with the Luke thing? 

This is a joke. To be continued. This has to be a joke.

See ya next week people.

After a week hiatus, it's time for The Bachelorette. Cue the over-analyzing by Alex and the over-aggressiveness of James, only to result in both of them going home.

Let's play The Bachelorette. Where men turn into ladies and JoJo rules the roost.

Alex: This is so boring. Can we talk about how completely uninterested she is in him. Why doesn't she just send him home? JoJo looks amazing and Alex looks like he's in a play. Can we talk about how weird that horse thing was and how corny Alex is. This is the type of shit I draw the line on..when they're cuddling a horse in a field. Wow, JoJo looks like she is searching for words to say after the I love you drop. Yikes.

I give Alex a 8/10 for effort. You go Alex, and when I say go, I mean home. 

Jordan: It's cute that he thinks he has to work hard for her. She loves him, or at least lusts him. They drank the foot wine. Blech. This whole conspiracy theory that Jordan is a certain way in the house is so weird because it's never shown on TV. The only example they give is that his brother is famous. Holy Jordan with his speech -- winning the game. Slash does anyone else wanna talk about why Jordan doesn't have a relationship with his famous brother?

I give Jordan a 7/10 for being "emotional." Whether it's real or not, I believed him and that scrappy head of hair. 

The Group Date: It's pretty funny. But then they are all laying in bed together. Robby: I can kind of see him having a wandering eye. She is not sure about him. He's not super convincing. Robby is getting a little crazy -- his front runner talk is silly. Chase: This conversation kind of makes him sound dumb. But good on you for opening up. James: JoJo said it right, he has all the qualities that she would want, except for that attraction. She obviously knows how sweet and wonderful he is, but I think she's bored.

I gave Robby a 3/10, mostly because he gives me the heeby jeebies, but also because I think he's a bit rehearsed. 

I gave Chase a 6/10 because he's trying. Not very hard, but he is. 

I gave James a 10/10. Do what you gotta do (even if its not enough) Throw Robby under the bus, eat a billion french fries, watch other men take their clothes off. You are (were) in it to win it. 

Luke: The true front-runner. The best is when she goes to celebrate after shooting the skeet and Luke grabs the gun from her. He's the protective type. They'd be perfect.

I gave Luke a 10/10 because I think he wins and he's just the cutest with her. 

Are the guys seriously going to the rose ceremony in a horse drawn carriage with the dogs chasing the carriage. I can't. CHRIS HARRISON WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN? James you are the sweetest little bun cakes.


The ones who left: Alex and James. (Did I tell you, or did I tell you)

Let's go to hometowns people! Welcome to Colorado JoJo, let's be best friends.

How would you rate the men this episode/season?

Here's where the asterisk comes in -- I have to preface this post with a little story. Saturday night Adam and I saw Jason Aldean in concert. When we were waiting for him to come on, Adam says to me, "Isn't that Chase from the Bachelorette - the one from our neighborhood?"

And, my friends, my husband was right! There was *Chase, my top 3 front-runner taking pictures. Since last week I chickened out when I saw Lauren, I was not going to let this time slip. Grabbed my self phone and ran to get a selfie.


He took the first selfie, which was bad -- see above. Then I told him I think he wins and I showed him how to take a better selfie -- see below. Oh, then when I was waiting for a beer, we took a snapchat video and he bought me a beer.


Guys, he is so nice and as cute as you think he is in person. When I told him I think he wins, I couldn't tell what he thought because he had reflective aviators on. Think Chris Harrison makes him wear those? Let's do this Chase, I still think you win.


On to the episode. Have any of you been to Buenos Aires? I have always wanted to go -- this episode just confirms my desire to go, it looks beautiful!

Sidenote: I think the Bachelor gods heard me when I said last week was boring. This week, the Bachelorette is way better.
Why are the boys so shocked that Wells hasn't kissed JoJo? He has been less than relevant this entire season and if we'e being honest, I'm shocked he got a one-on-one. I always thought wandering the streets of a city you're in would be sooo dang fun, but Wells is proving this is anything but fun, but instead incredibly boring. DID ANYONE SEE THAT AWKWARD CHEEK KISS? I cannot. Wells, next. Bye Wells. (Cue the dramatic producer grabbing his suitcase exit).

On to the group date. This guy needs to grow a little confidence (referring to James T).

Here's my theory on James Taylor. I think James Taylor is the littlest bun there ever was. But here is my thing with James Taylor. I think this is JoJo's personality on and off the show. Sure, it's a little overdone because she's the lead, but I think she's outgoing and fun, obviously beautiful. And James, if he wants to be with her long term, needs to figure his confidence out. Being shy is cute for a while, but JoJo is going to be famous after this nod she needs someone who is confident to handle that and her.

Okay --- rant over. She loves Luke. Cue the heavy breathing. Oh Derek, your confidence is unwarranted.

Hey James, when will you learn that talking shit about the other contestants will not bode well for your chances with the lead. I feel bad for Jordan. I cannot tell if he is a good guy, but I feel sad for him that he is constantly questioned and picked on. That has to be exhausting just because he's pretty and has a famous sibling. Stop, Jordan almost crying.

Derek, I honestly feel like everything about you is fake. I feel like you know exactly what to say and how to act and it's all a show. I hope you go home. "I'm falling for you." "I appreciate that." Let's compare that to when Luke said something similar and she sad "I love seeing you." Ew Derek.

"That reason is to be with you, that reason is to leave with you." Chase killing the game. PS look at that little bun face.


See ya John Krazinsk. These guys are so sensitive, Derek why are you crying? 

JOJO WHAT ARE YOU DOING?


Alright next week, let's do this. I'm cited because that means she just has to cut extra people. Who do you think is going home?

I have to start this post by saying that last Wednesday when I was at the Freebird stores in Cherry Creek mall that I saw Lauren Bushnell. For those of who you don't know who that is, Lauren is engaged to Ben Higgins (aka the best bachelor in history). She was so tiny and cute and I was so nervous. I just wanted to take a picture with her, but instead I froze and tweeted about it later

Anyways. Lauren Bushnell, you're a babe and your ring is huge.

Next, while this episode is heavily focused on Chad coming back to the guys house, whistling, I just read on US Weekly, that Chad is dating Robby's ex-girlfriend and Instagramming pictures of them. Oh, and on the subject of Chad, did you know he bought the domain names of Alex, Jordan and Joelle. He uses their domain (www.alex[lastname].com and routes it to his Instagram. If that doesn't prove he was there for the wrong reasons, I don't know what does.

Now, that we've caught up on all the Bachelorette related news, lets get to the episode. Wait that's it? I thought he [Chad] was going to kill someone. 


Let's break down the guys:

Evan: Am I the only one who is ready to see Evan go home? He is so dull and whiny. Every time he speaks, he breeds drama and it's the worst. That guy needs to go home.

Chase: You are a little bun. I really want to play with those big inflatable balls. PS go Chase, I love you.  I think the guys are going to start realizing that you are a front runner.

Alex: We get it. You think that you are hot shit because you "got rid of Chad" but let me be the one to set the record straight. You sent the most controversial, interesting and ridiculous person home and you will not win. Period.

Luke: Your accent makes everything sound better, even if you are confessing your love to her. She adores you. Keep up the good work, keep staying out of the drama (aka Alex).

James: Your poem made me feel awkward and I think it made JoJo feel the same way.

Jordan: I'm really sorry your ex-gf keeps bashing you on Instagram, but I'm a little nervous that she may be on to something. But hey, JoJo loves kissing you so keep it up.

Let's get rid of some people: James (I told you the poem didn't work) & Daniel (yes, your personality sucks)

Jordan: This is the part in the season when everyone starts realizing that Jordan is a front-runner. Cue the shit talking. This is when all the guys start freaking out because they realize that JoJo and Jordan would make gorgeous babies. These guys need to cool it, they knew what they signed up for. The first I'm falling in love! We're finally getting to the good part!

Vinny: I don't think he's going to win, but I think he's a little bun. Hey boys, when are you going to learn that InTouch is the fakest magazine out there. This is crazy. And, I thought you werent' allowed to have "outside paraphernalia." Get it together.

Now, none of them are worried about JoJo, but hours ago, they were all so concerned. Either way, her ex Chad sounds like kind of a slimeball. Wanna see what he looks like? Here's a pic and the article.

This sands killing thing looks so cool! But can you imagine how much sand she has in her skinny jeans?

Luke: Either you are very genuine, or you've seen this show before and know exactly what to say. I'm hoping it's the first.

------> what do you think JoJo drinks? If I were the Bachelorette, I would request champs on the reg. It appears that she likes her poison a little stronger..

John Krazinski (Derek): There is always one who starts to get super paranoid and nervous. He is the one that will tell JoJo every single time he sees her that he's nervous and this is so weird to him.

Alex: You are boring. See above.

Robby: I think he's had the best date so far. I would love to be the one who just eats to tour the city that you are in. Him saying I love you already is a little too much. He's a little too much for me. Do we think he's being for real? I just can't tell. Pump the brakes Robbo. This is your first date and that was a huge red flag. Damn, I'm bored.


Let's kick some more people off: Vinny, Evan and Grant. Oh Vinny, you are very sweet.

That was a boring episode. Anyone else bored? Let's be done with this week. Until next week peeps.

We all know the Bachelor(ette) is super dramatic and super over-produced. Every episode is the most dramatic thing in the world. It's part of the reason I love this show so much. Some episodes are worse than others and this episode was just one more how dramatic this show is and how much I love it.

PS. Spoilers come early in this episode, so stop reading now!

Reason one: Evan bleeding in the pool on the preview versus Evan actually bleeding in the pool. Basically it made it seem like Chad killed him, but wait he got a bloody nose after synchronized diving.

Reason two: Chad sitting in the dark room, drinking what I assume to be whiskey, alone before the rose ceremony. He's so broody.


Who left: Christian, Nick, Ali

Reason three: JoJo arriving to the resort in a tiny little prop plane and the boys arriving through the muddiest route possible in Jeeps. I mean, are commercial flights and Tahoe Uber drivers not exciting enough?

Reason four: Dog mushing & wood burning hot tubs.

Reason five: The two-on-one date with Chad and Alex. I'm pretty sure Chris Harrison set that one up. He sure knows how to boost those ratings! I'm calling it, both leave.

Guys, Luke and JoJo are the cutest. Luke is amazing at quote too, have you noticed? And the best part, he says all these quotes with a completely straight face. "Hair on the back of your neck" "Something about rollercoasters."


Reason six: Dan and Shay. But again, this is why I love this show. And all the people Snapchatting this. Don't you think Chris Harrison just comes in and smashes those phones as to not spoil it?

Reason seven: Ben Roethlisberger, Heinz Ward and Brett Keisel.

Did anyone watch Evan during this entire scene? I mean, god bless his little heart for trying but man oh man. Do we honestly think he's going to get past even the top 10? He is such a dodo.

Poor little white team.

Robby is a sleeper pick. I think he could go farther than I gave him credit for. My heart actually sunk a little when she didn't give him the rose.

Chad calling out people who've "got a problem" with him. I die. All the men who raised their hands. Chad threatening Jordan. Is he dense?

This is the most awkward date I've ever seen. My goodness. What is Chad's past that causes him to be like this? "I'm not an aggressive guy." famous last words. What is the creepy whistle? I'm going to have nightmares now.

Reason eight: Chad whistling through the woods back to the house. When EVER does the person who got kicked off return to the house.

Until the men tell all Chad. Or, maybe next week.

What did you think about this episode? Do you think they are dragging on the Chad storyline a little too long.

If you didn't know, tonight is only part one of the two part/two day Bachelorette adventure. Yes, you heard that right, tonight and tomorrow I will be Bachelorette blogging while we watch JoJo find love.

Two nights of the Bachelorette is great, but 4 hours is a lot, so let's jump right in.

Date 1: Chase. You all know how I feel about Chase. He is top 3 in my mind. Let's do this Chase, let's get physical. (guys, the date card said that, don't be gross). JoJo is the cutest worker-outer I've ever seen. And Chase's red face is the cutest. The kiss while strange in the middle of yoga was so dang sweet. Guys, if their conversation didn't solidify how you feel about Chase, then I don't know you. And, oh Charles Kelly, I love you too.

Did you love that song Charles Kelly sang? Me too. Here it is for ya!


Excuse my language, but Chat is a butthole. I really like James Taylor and Robby. I think they could be sleepers.

Group date: Even Chad's lifting buddy is embarrassed to be his friend. This whole sex thing is so strange. Sure, we get it, intimacy is important, but sharing sex jokes. JoJo... really. Alwaysssss, I totally forgot Wells was still around, he is so dull. Evan should have known that him talking about Chad in his "speech" would set him off, roid rage or not. I'm bored, lets get to the one-on-one dates. JoJo is very over Chad as are all of us. Next.

Guys, Chad calling out Evan AND JoJo, let's hope that was the final nail in his coffin. And add the security guard into the mix. What show is this?

James Taylor: He's adorable. He's a bad dancer, but he's adorable. I love them. I love JoJo's sweater on this one-on-one. Can I just get her entire wardrobe? He's way to good of a dude to be on this show. His song, swoon.

Chad is eating a raw sweet potato. Did everyone catch that? A raw sweet potato. Oh Daniel and your Trump comment.

Needless to say I'm super pumped for tomorrow. All day pool parties always make for good TV and when you throw a Chad in the mix, you know good TV will follow.

What do you think is going to happen tomorrow? Is the blood real? Does Chat really cut legs off and throw them in the pool? Does Chad stay or does he go?

See ya all tomorrow!

Sorry I'm a day late folks. Yesterday, we celebrated the life of a wonderful grandfather and I wasn't ready to watch the Bachelorette or post about it.

Thank you for all your kind words yesterday, you all are too good to me.

It's June, it's Wednesday, so let's talk JoJo.

I understand that the Bachelor is an over-produced reality tv show. But.. can we talk about the limo that blew up, followed by JoJo in a firefighter outfit. Sure, she looked hot, per usual, but people -- come on.

How much do you think they had to pay the guy leading the firefighting academy?

Today, I think we need to break down the men. I know we're only in week two, so I'll give you some clues to the men.

Chad: Do we even need to discuss Chad and the suitcase weight belt? I mean. He's like every token villain we've seen before, Lace from Ben's season, Kalon from Emily's season, Courtney from Ben's (the wine ben) season -- I mean we could go on and on. But, I'm thinking Chad might take the cake. He's pretty much the worst.


Wells: I'm really sorry that you almost passed out, but I think this "I'm so nervous around you" schtick is going to get old very fast. JoJo is too bold for you if that's your MO, it wont get you very far.. Such a freaking sympathy rose, that's pathetic. 

Luke: Props to you forgetting so close to winning time with JoJo, but you lost, let's move on. We already know you're in the top three.

Grant: Congrats, you won. But you won while participating in a game that is your job, sooooo. Anyways, JoJo seems to dig ya.

Derek: (1st one-on-one): Does anyone else think he looks like John Krazinski from the Office. That is all I can see when I look at him. Their date was cute though, props.

JoJo has to stop talking about Ben.

Alex: You're sweet, but it's not happening. Good on you for sticking up for JoJo though. And, have you watched this show before? Do you not know that calling people out (aka Chad) will get you sent home.

Nick B: I like your shower touchdown dance. That was funny.

"Starting off a little naggy" Yikes.

James Taylor: The singing was cute -- it's not anymore, but you are. The letter, I take back what I said. You are the sweetest. I don't think you'll win, but I'm rooting for you.

Chad: My god. JoJo, how are you falling for this? I hate that ABC loves people like Chad. It's too much And, anyone who's seen this show knows he will stay on until about episode 5 and then JoJo will realize how horrible he is.

Chase: You little Colorado bun, you. Keep doing what you're doing. Top 3 baby.

The guy who got drunk and jumped in the pool last week: It's funny that he's saying everyone else is treating it like a game and isn't serious... um. you were wearing a bro-tank 30 minutes earlier and you got wasted the first night. You are a joke.

Anyways, this episode was a little blah for me. Pretty cool that she got to go on ESPN. But based on the previews, I'm dying for next week.

Today we said goodbye to: James, Will and & Brandon -- better luck next time. And, if we learned anything, next time is a good possibility.

Until next week! PS -- how are those brackets coming?

It's finally here. JoJo is the Bachelorette and I think it's safe to say she's the hottest bachelorette ever. ABC has been doing a much better job picking their front-runner. Ever since Juan Pablo, they've figured it out. They had a minor mis-step with Chris Soules, the farmer, but ever since then, we're doing good. JoJo rocks, why?

1. She's so beautiful. 
2. She's very honest and no bullshit. 
3. She's excited.
4. She seems to actually be looking for love. 

The part you've all been waiting for -- the Rose Ceremony! Scroll down for the ones who go home!

Don't forget to fill out your bracket and let me know [in the comments] if you'll be playing! Can't wait to have all of you!