If you are coming here for What’s Up Wednesday, don’t worry, you can still link up at the bottom of today’s post, but today is BACHELOR DAY over here! You can go to Shay’s blog or Mel’s blog to check out their posts, but if you need to catch up on what’s been going on in Bachelor Land, click HERE to get up to speed. Last week JoJo’s boobs remained positive in the face of adversity. It was a site to behold.
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In a nutshell, it’s been a crazy 5 weeks so far, and this week was no different. The week started with JoJo casually strolling through the streets of Buenos Aires with a smokin’ red dress and a white coat thrown casually over her shoulders. Bloggers do this all the time, but it’s not often you see a real life person do this. I mean, put your arms in your coat already.
Chris Harrison clocked some overtime hours by showing up outside of a rose ceremony to get a little extra time with JoJo. Our host was looking all sorts of dapper. For some reason, none of the pictures I grabbed did him justice. TRUST. THE MAN WAS DAPPER.
So the group was in Buenos Aires. And you know what Buenos Aires is? It’s the perfect place to fall in love. #iknow #shocker The guys were strolling around, and I noticed something: Luke was wearing my camo skinnies and a sensible chambray shirt. #sheaffertoldhimto
Harrison dropped a bomb on the guys. There was going to be ANOTHER 2:1 date. And the guys were stunned. They arrived at their swanky hotel, and Robby found the date card. When he went to read it, something caught my eye. Robby had a rubber band on his wrist. NOW, GIRLS. For how many seasons have we been complaining that the girls don’t do this? How many seasons have we lamented that any self-respecting girl should have a rubber band on her wrist AT ALL TIMES so she won’t be forced to eat her hair if she were to go on an impromptu convertible ride? And here in Buenos Aires, Robby decided to make it happen. I applaud you Robbie, and I’m hoping future cast members are taking notes. Way to be prepared, Robby. #moderndayboyscout
First 1:1: Wells: Besame. Besame, Muchacho. Which loosely translated, says “Wells – If you don’t freaking kiss my face off during our date and blow my mind, then you’re out and Bachelor Nation will talk about it until the day you die. But NO PRESSURE.”
Wells immediately told everybody that he hadn’t kissed her yet. Everybody was ASTOUNDED, and sweet Wells looked like he was going to lose his lunch.
JoJo arrived at the hotel to pick up Wells for their date, and she sat down with the group to make some small talk. Luke piped in and said“Are you guys going to kiss today?” LUKE! UNCOOL! Wells wanted the ground to swallow him up whole. I thought back to this..and I felt like it was again appropriate.
JoJo and Wells strolled the streets a bit, and with every second that passed by without him kissing her, it just became more and more awkward. #ticktock #ticktock Apparently, Wells hadn’t received the memo that Buenos Aires was the perfect place to stick his tongue down JoJo’s throat. #ticktock #ticktock
They went to a theater and stood in the middle of a dark stage. And he still didn’t kiss her. #ticktock #ticktock Then some performance art started happening above them. Some very sexy performance art where scantily clad people were sliding around in shallow water and groping each other. But he still didn’t feel like it was the right time. #ticktock #ticktock And then they watched some more performance art, and then participated in their first performance art piece. Still. No. Kissing. #ticktock #ticktock
I started WILLING HIM to kiss her. And then the producers handed Wells THE ABSOLUTELY PERFECT SITUATION on a silver platter by having them participate in the water performance piece together. They changed out of their clothes, wore next to nothing, laid down in a shallow pool of water, and slid around together (think adult slip n’ slide). I’m telling you this RIGHT NOW, I’m pretty sure I would have become caught up in the moment and kissed JoJo myself. And then it happened. He kissed her. Whew! But by the time they were done kissing, I already feared it was a classic case of too little, too late.
They headed to dinner and Wells opened up a bit about his past relationship. He talked about how he and his last girlfriend (of 4 years) ended it because they were really just best friends and realized the passion wasn’t there. But then he went on to say that he understood that passion would eventually fade. And JoJo was like NO, SIR. JoJo isn’t one that ever wants passion to fade, so this was not okay with her. Wells had very firmly entered the friend zone, and JoJo didn’t think it made sense to keep him around. So she didn’t give him the rose. Wells ended his time by taking a page from JoJo’s book and wiping away an imaginary tear.
And then it happened y’all. A REAL TEAR from out girl. Check it out. And of course she looked beautiful while crying.
I felt really sorry for Wells, but I like him so much and just want him to find a girl that ADORES him. He deserves that. So apparently, the next part of their date was supposed to be heading to some sort of a rave together. Since Wells was gone, they just sent her by herself. And she kind of just hung out in the middle of thousands of people raving.
The Group Date Card arrived: Luke, Robby, Jordan, James, Alex Living La Vida Boca
Which meant that Chase and Derek would be going on the 2:1 together.
The Group Date started out with the group wandering the streets together, pausing a moment to dance with some street performers, and my guy James feeling out of place.
James basically narrated the entire date. He felt like he was not good enough, not sexy enough, not ripped enough, blah blah blah. JAMES! STOP! There are definitely girls out there that would pick you out of this group ALL DAY LONG. Have confidence in yourself!
They “came upon” a soccer game with some locals and decided to play a bit. And then the guys had to participate in a penalty kick off for a kiss. Robby tried to pay the goalie off…but the only guy that made the kick was my boy James. JAMES! YAY YOU!
Then it was time for the group date cocktail party. But James was still feeling down on himself. JAMES! LISTEN TO ME!!!! You’re good enough, you’re smart enough, and DOGGONIT people like you!
JoJo and Luke had some time together, and she couldn’t keep her hands off of him. But I’ve got to be honest, their kissing totally weirded me out. A LITTLE TOO CLOSE UP FOR MY LIKING, Mr. Producer Man.
James and JoJo got some time together. And I was hoping that he was going to gain some confidence and really have a great moment with her. But y’all, James decided it would be best to spend his time tattling on Jordan for trying to cheat at poker. JAMES TAYLOR! NOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!! He started trash talking Jordan and told JoJo how Jordan had tried to make up a rule when they were playing poker together and then acted all sorts of entitled. Seriously. That’s what he told her.
JoJo took Jordan aside and basically told him that she believed every single thing that James had said. Jordan seemed to pretty successfully talk his way out of the character flaws that were brought up about him, but he was NOT PLEASED with his friend JT. Personally, I was once again confused and distracted by his hair.
Jordan went back to the group, swirled his wine glass, gave James major side eye,and I’m going to go ahead and say it……acted a wee bit entitled. He said, and I quote, “How does one act entitled while stating that the rules of a game are such?” I literally laughed out loud.
JoJo gave the rose to Luke and his aggressive tongue.
2:1 DATE: Derek and Chase. It takes two.
So what were they going to do be doing? TANGO of course! A 3 person tango.
The instructor told them that to dance the tango they needed a good relationship and trust. JoJo went back and forth between both guys, and it was cute enough, but I didn’t really care who she was going to keep.
They went to dinner so they could pretend to eat. And JoJo again had her coat draped ever so carelessly across her shoulders. JUST PUT YOUR ARMS IN THE HOLES, WOMAN.
JoJo took Derek aside first and he told her he was falling for her. She seemed to dig it. I felt 100% confident that she would be giving Derek the rose.
Then JoJo and Chase went off for a bit, and she immediately told him that in the previous week she liked him, but she didn’t feel like he returned her feelings. Chase was surprised by this information, and he sat there just kind of stunned. And I was sure that Chase would NOT be getting the rose. And then he started opening up and told her that she was exactly what he is looking for. They made out, and I then felt 100% confident that she would be giving the rose to Chase.
SO. She gave the rose to Chase. They went to a private concert where some lady sang “Don’t Cry For Me Argentina” while they slow danced and made out. And then for what seemed like a sweet forever, they flipped back and forth between JoJo and Chase mugging down….
…and Derek crying on the car ride home. It was painful. Derek seemed like a really nice guy, and I have no doubt that there will be lots of girls lining up to date him back home.
ROSE CEREMONY
Chase and Luke both headed into the rose ceremony with a rose. Robby got a rose, and then Jordan. And with 1 rose remaining, Alex and JT were shaking in their boots. JoJo said something like “I can’t do this”, and she walked out of the room. She told Harrison that she didn’t want to give out that last rose. She walked back in without a rose, and I thought JT might fall to the ground in a pile of tears and emotion…but then Harrison walked in with 2 roses. TWO ROSES! That’s right. You get a rose, You get a rose, EVERYBODY GETS A ROSE! #imissoprah
She simply couldn’t make a decision, so they both got a rose. I’ve got two questions for you: 1) Who would you pick if you were the bachelorette? 2) Who do you think JoJo will end up with? Sound off in the comments!
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Shay Shull says
Oh James. Never spend your time with the main person complaining about someone else. #teamjordan
chris says
My rose would have gone to JT no question. I’m not a fan of Alex and I think he is going to be booted off very soon. I feel like he has little-man overcompensation syndrome and it is not appealing. Who will she end up with? Not sure right now. Based on passion I’d say Luke. Based on person I’d say JT. Personally, I think JT is the only real man in the whole lot (but his lack of confidence is a turn off) but the fireworks need to start between him and Jojo for it to go anywhere.
Erika Slaughter says
Oh friend, I’m cracking up-you’re pretty sure you would have kissed her on Wells’ date? Ha! The producers did make sure all the conditions were there. Glad he went in for the kill-even of it was too late.
Sarah says
Love your weekly recaps! I love me some JT, he seems so sweet! But I see JoJo with Jordan at the end 🙂
Jocelyn says
Definitely James. All day errrday. But she’s gonna pick Jordan. I hope we see JT as the Bachelor. He’s so adorable. I agree about the tattling though. Dude. Don’t do that.
Narci says
Seriously so funny, friend!! Love your recaps!! Xo
Nikki says
Alex has got to go home! I’m so tired of his whining and complaining about everything. Yes, I’m glad it’s what got Chad to leave, but oh my gosh, Alex! Stop!!!
Kait Oglesby says
I would have booted Alex off in a hot second. UGH. He works my nerves to no end. I think JT is sweet, but bless his heart, he is just not cut out for reality TV. Also, so so so sad to see Derek go! I thought he was so sweet. Too bad it wasn’t Alex and Derek on that date.
While I am not a Jordan fan, I’m pretty sure at this point that he is the man JoJo is going for. Sigh. I would much rather see Chase win, with my options at this point. I also like Robby. I love your Wednesday Bachelorette recaps!
Erin says
James Taylor, absolutely. He’s precious.
Kellie Grindstaff says
I would hands down, choose JT! No questions asked!! However, I think he’s too much of a “good boy” for her and he will end up as the next Bachelor. Robby would be my next choice, but I’m not sure if he’s the one either. She seems to like the Jordan/Luke type best.
Robin says
Love your recaps! Something about Luke bothers me, but she seems to really like him. Alex needs to go! I liked JT until the tattling. And I agree with you about Jordan’s hair!! Bothers me so much!
Claire says
I would go with James Taylor because he is just adorable and the opposite of Jordan. NOT a Jordan fan. The dude knows he’s handsome and definitely has an entitled air about him. Plus, he never answers a questions straight up and the promos make it look like he’s in the final 2 and breaks her heart. Also, his hair is too floppy and stupid. Get a haircut!
Amy says
I have a few things to note. First of all…I cannot handle how the guys are dressing this season. The tight pants have to go. Im not a fan of the baggy stuff either, but a nice, tailored bootcut jean is just fine! Robby, Robby, Robby…WHAT IS WITH THE BLAZER, STONEWASH JEANS AND FLIP FLOPS?????? And that hair, something is up with the hair. Sheaffer, I think he needs to read your blog about fashion!!! And, about the rubber band on his wrist. Maybe its his ex gfs that he left to go on the show!? On to Mr. Rodgers – has anyone noticed how not smooth he is? First he failed at the old Arie move, then when they were walking past the roses on the table he made a comment like lets just get this other with and JoJo totally didnt catch on, his delivery was bad. Maybe he’s just a pretty face with better hair than me!? And as for James Taylor…I would take him every single day of the week over these guys. The poker thing was def producer driven and not his fault!!! Luke is still a creep. I can’t stomach him and Alex needs to go home. This season is a bit of a snooze fest and I think it partially has to do with JoJo. She doesn’t bring much to the table IMO.
Anyway, I know that was a rant and I probably put too much thought into this but I’m kind of addicted to the show haha.
I think Jordan and Chase will be the final 2.
stacy says
Oh I know, that picture of all of them walking with their “outfits” on, they looked like a bunch of girl men, sorry but I prefer a manly man. And the way Jordan was walking, he looked so goofy and that hair of his! gag!
Amy says
oops, I wrote other with its supposed to be *over with…
Alison H. says
I would pick JT, Alex is cute but seems one demontional. I bet she chooses Jordan in the end but I don’t see it lasting…..
Also what is up with all the guys in super tight skinny jeans?!?! I worried about their man parts…
Angela Ellingson says
I really like James of course, but I like Luke as well. Chase would be next. Robby is fine. Jordan rubs me the wrong way. And Alex is kind of a jerk. He was such a bully to Derek a few episodes ago. Anyway, I think she’s going to pick Jordan…
Lauren says
Love, love, love your recaps! My rose would go to JT because he’s precious. If she doesn’t want him, I’ll take him! I think #teamjordan will be the last one standing.
Megan says
I think I like JT best out of the guys left, but I’m pretty sure it’s going to be either Luke or Jordan. Seriously though, this season has some of the worst haircuts I’ve ever seen! I was sad to see Grant and Wells go, and I hate Alex so much! Also, can we address the fact that Derek looks SO MUCH like Jon Krasinski?
Kayla says
Omg I was thinking the same thing!!!
Jill B says
All the guys are sporting the same look right now – light beard and the poofy hair!
Patty R says
I thought a mix between Jon Krasinski and Clive Owen. I liked Derek!
Rebecca Jo says
I’m super impressed you noticed the hair band on the wrist 🙂 That’s a super fan right there!
I was just hoping you would have a still shot of Jordan’s abs when he raised his shirt playing soccer 🙂 haha
Lori says
#imissoprahtoo!!!! Girl way to wear a jacket with your arms in the sleeves! Thanks for making my day a bit brighter.
Elizabeth says
Your recaps are the highlight of my Wednesday! I think she ends up with Jordan! How gorgeous would their babies be! Side note: I was shopping on Loft’s website and purchased the black off the shoulder dress with the tie sleeves. I think it would look fab on you! XOXO – Elizabeth
Amber says
Poor JT. He needs some confidence but isn’t going to find that through a girl. Nothing is more frustrating than having to tell someone all the time that they are awesome and wonderful and good enough and blah blah blah. Go to therapy then head back into the dating world. Jordan is full of himself. Alex seems like if he was in a relationship with JoJo he would fight every guy who looked at her. So my vote is for Chase.
Joanne says
Love, love, love reading your recaps. I laugh out loud every week!! I’m so confused about JoJo. How can she go from falling in love with someone like Ben to picking these guys?? I like James best out of them all. But I think he lacks self confidence. Gain some JT before its to late. And seriously what is with Alex??? He is insecure. Talks about every guy. Send him packing.
Leslie Breon says
You forgot to mention Alex acting like a baby for the “pity rose”! I would have picked neither. JT was very insecure this episode and Alex seems like he might be a little cray!
Gina says
I love me some James Taylor & think he would be perfect husband material…but I JoJo goes straight for the physical & I think she’ll pick Jordan & regret it later!
Cristina says
I would have given James Taylor the rose no doubt. Alex needs to go home! I’ve thought from day one that she would pick Jordan but I also love Luke for her.
Meredith says
I would have picked James. I think she likes Jordan and Luke but I don’t like either of them. Jordan really gets under my skin. I like Robby the best, but none of these guys really stand out to me. I wish they would pick better guys for this show. Bring back the Sean Lowes of this world!! 😉 Catherine got a good one.
Becky says
It’s between Jordan and Luke for me. However, I hope Luke is the next bachelor so I really hope she picks Jordan. I hope Wells will go on Bachelor in Paradise!
Kirsten says
Love your recaps, Sheaffer! I think the final 2 will be Luke and Jordan, but there are probably some more surprises ahead. I hope James T doesn’t always lack confidence – he seems like such a down-to-earth guy! I think he was comparing himself to the guys in the house and physically there all pretty impressive. I personally wouldn’t want someone so consumed with themselves. What’s the fun in that?!
Kirsten says
*they are – darn autocorrect!
Gina says
I’d would have given the rose to JT…..Alex needs to go! Hate that Derek had to leave. Wish the 1:1 was Derek and Alex. All the guys have a pompadour this season……not a fan! Not a fan of the guy’s clothes either. Love your recaps!
Jodi Guntle says
I think Alex is a bully and his attitude rubs me wrong. Buh-bye Alex.
Jordan acts very entitled and I don’t like his vibe at all.
I like Luke, Robby, and James but she seems to be going for the ripped guys so maybe James is right that she won’t hold onto him. James seems like he would make a very trustworthy and loyal husband but JoJo seems to want the “bad boy.”
Erin P says
First off little shortie Alex needs to go home!!! I can’t stand him, he is so aggressive in the way he talks and acts around all the guys.
I really am not in love with any of these guys but if I had to pick James is the most “normal” and seems really sweet but she’s not going to pick him.
I think the final 2 will be Luke and Jordan. I think Jordan is the cutest and he definitely knows it!
Is it just me or do all of the men look TOO groomed? They all have crazy hair cuts and look like they spend more time getting ready than JoJo!
Kelsey says
You are too funny, I always look forward to your recaps!
Melanie says
I think she is obviously obsessed with Jordan, but honestly I am really pulling for Robby or Luke.
Carolyn says
I love your recaps! I haven’t watched much of the last few seasons but still read them and was highly entertained. I had to watch JoJo’s full season though, how can you not girl crush her and I’m officially completely hooked! I loved when they just happened upon the soccer game yet conveniently JoJo had a pair of sneakers to change into 🙂 Jordan is my top pick but I like her with Luke too, despite the aggressive kissing on my tv screen and looking forward to seeing more of Chase. I’m thinking Alex has overstayed his welcome.
Kristin S says
This season is such a snooze-fest. I was glad to see on Instagram that BIP has finished filming. How I get sucked in to that, i don’t know, but it HAS to be better than Jojo’s boring season. They tried to make it skanky in episode 3. No bueno. I adore James but not for her. Maybe for me? I would love a Texan. I digress. I just don’t see her ending up with any of them for the long haul.
Kristin S says
Oh, and truly, I’ve continued to watch this season simply to read your recaps!
Keely says
I think she should pick Chris Harrison!!! LOL Alex is annoying. Jordan dresses like a girl and “entitled” seems like the perfect word to describe him. Is former NFL quarterback a career? I would love for her to pick James. He seems so sweet and real. I always look forward to your recaps. Thanks for doing them!!
Allison says
Love the recaps! The chambray stripe maxi dress has been “not available” for the past several days when I have checked on availability.
Sheaffer says
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Patty R says
Alex (aka Tiny Marine) needs to go. He has gotten super aggressive and annoying. Making up for his “shortcomings”? I thought Derek was sincere. I’m not feeling Luke! His kisses seem so choreographed to me and I can’t watch. Does Robby use hair spray?? I think it’ll come down to Jordan and Chase.
Dara says
Did anyone else notice Robbie’s driving moccasins??
Wendy says
As a wife to a short guy, not all short guys suffer from feeling inferior because of lack of height (aka Napoleon complex…. interestingly enough, Napoleon wasn’t even short for his time, it’s theorized that it was due to incorrect height conversions between French and English units, the fact that he was always pictured next to his very tall Imperial guardsmen or just to make him mad). My husband does not have a Napoleon complex, but Alex does seem to have the need to be louder, swagger more and complain the most. I still think he is cute, but definitely won’t make Jojo’s cut. Her pick will either be Jordan or Luke. I don’t think either are a match made in heaven (maybe bed) and won’t last past The Final Rose airing. I do find Jojo rather boring and this season has been somewhat of a yawner.
***Possible Spoiler Alert for BIP***
Just read that Carly (from Prince Farming season) is engaged to Evan (erectile dysfunction guy from this season) after being on BIP. NOW, that is a serious mismatch.
Jenny B says
Re comment above about Carly and Evan – total mismatch, makes me sad for her. I’m hoping something on BIP will show us a different Evan and that they are a good fit. I like her!