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The Bachelor Finale!

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So, where did Team Bachelor head for the finale?
THAILAND!
Specifically, Chiang Rai.
Which, loosely translated, means Birthplace of the Statement Necklace.
See, you’ve learned something.
You’re welcome.

  Let’s start out by saying these 2 things:
1)  Sean apparently no longer believes in shoes.
2)  This post is going to be a little short on funny from my end.
I pretty much gave it all I had when I thought of the whole “birthplace of the
statement necklace” thing.
My little guy has been crazy sick (think throw up 12 times in one night), and I’m just straight up exhausted.  Therefore, I’m going to be relying on @Possessionista for the “funny” tonight.
If you don’t follow her on twitter, you’re totally missing out.   Follow her HERE.
The girl is straight up hilarious.


First off, Shay and her family arrive in Thailand.
(Make sure you check out her blog HERE for a lot of great behind the scenes info. from the trip!)
I LOVED watching Kensington and Smith run up to jump in their Uncle Seanie’s arms. And I was very pleased with how ABC captured the Lowe and Shull families.
I’m here to tell you, they are exactly as they appear on t.v.:
Kind. Genuine. Faith-Centered. God loving. Funny.
And pretty.
Let’s not forget pretty.

 Shay is gorgeous. Her mom is gorgeous.  Her kids are gorgeous.

Her dad, brother, and hubby (people were tweeting about Andrew that he was all sorts of HOT!) are all so very handsome.  Right?
They had traveled for 2 long days to get to Thailand, and I thought they all looked GREAT!
Shay’s outfit was signature Shay: short shorts and wedges.
(More on her wedges later in the post.  Click HERE if you just can’t wait.)
And let me just say that Shay’s hair has never looked better, despite the oppressive humidity.

  And this is when my favorite part of the whole season goes down.
Sweet Smith looks up at Sean and with wide eyes says “Emily didn’t pick you”.
I mean.
Hilarious.

The rest of the family (especially Miss K) thought it was just as funny as I did.

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*****

First up to meet the family:  Catherine.

Highlight of Catherine’s time for me:
*Jay’s talk with Catherine
NO DOUBT that America fell in love with Papa Jay on this episode.
He is just as precious as they come, and you could tell that Catherine was genuinely touched by their talk.  Just look how she is looking at him in the 2nd pic from the right.

And if you wonder why Shay wears short shorts, check out her legs in
the far left picture, and wonder no more.  You’d wear short shorts too.

*****
Lindsay meets the family.
It comes as no surprise that everybody loves Lindsay too!
I liked how Shay called her out and was all “So….tell me about getting out of the limo that first time (in that wedding dress).”
Jay said “That took a lot of nerve….”
And Lindsay finished his sentence by saying, “…and a lot of champagne!” 🙂
True that sister.
Listen, we’ve all been there.
(Do any of you guys remember when a little too much champagne was the cause of me texting a picture of me partying it up at wedding to one of my therapy kid’s mom at 1:00 am when I thought I was texting my best friend?)
Yeah.  It happens to the best of us.

 Jay talks about how he and Sherri have prayed every day for Sean’s wife.  So sweet.
And is anybody else thinking what I’m thinking?
Dez’s brother needs a little bit of Sean’s daddy in his life.

*****
Lindsay’s final date.
She decided to sport micro shorts and
the good ol’ side shirt tie that I rocked at 8th grade NCA cheerleading camp.
Don’t judge.  If I had her body, I would wear this outfit EVERY SINGLE DAY.
Don’t even try to play like you wouldn’t.  Cuz we all know you’d be lying.

And y’all, according to @ Possessionista, Lindsay’s shorts can talk.

They ride down a dirty river on a piece of straw (are they in Thailand or East Texas somewhere?), and then they release 3 lanterns.

I would have had 3 different things written on those lanterns.

“Tierra’s eyebrow”……  “Selma’s left boob”……  “Selma’s right boob”
You didn’t think I would leave Selma’s boobs out of my final recap did you?

Catherine’s final date:
The take a ride on the elephant.
And I don’t know why, but I feel uncomfortable watching them on said elephant.
#thatelephantsawmoreactionthanthefantasysuite

Catherine pulls a bit of an AshLee that night, and she starts to doubt Sean’s feelings for her.

And now….a gratuitous picture of a shirtless Sean (in a towel no less) looking off a balcony.
Where is AshLee when we need her?
I know him peering out the window 1/2 naked has GOT to be a metaphor for something.

Okay….so here it is….what we’ve been waiting for all season!
Who’s it gonna be?!?

*****
Lindsay’s the first out of the car, and we all know what that means.
Sean breaks her heart (in the nicest way possible), and the disbelief on her face is just oh so sad.
And to be honest, he’s making me just as sad.  You can tell he genuinely feels awful.
And home-girl takes off her heels before leaving.
Good for her.
I think she handles it as well as to be expected.  She should be proud of herself and her exit.

 Now it’s Catherine’s turn.

Sean, forget what I said last week.  THIS is your new screen saver.

 Look how sweet Catherine’s face looks when she realizes that he is about to propose to her.
They both seem so SO happy.
And then they ride off into the sunset.
On an elephant.
Hey, it’s not my idea of a fairy tale ending….but different strokes for different folks.

And if Chris Harrison has anything to do with it, they will live happily ever after!
I mean, GOOD GRIEF.  He tried to marry them live on the set last night.
Chris – Mamma and Pappa Lowe would have hunted you down if you would have married their baby boy off without them there. 
And lucky you guys, @Possessionista has one more bit of funny left in her.


Don’t they look happy?

And……Did you guys hear?
SO. EXCITED.
You don’t even know.
Now, I promised you earlier I would talk about Shay’s wedges.
THESE are her wedges.


And here are some other FABULOUS wedge options:

And this episode showed us a couple of different black lace dresses.
First, Lindsay was wearing one when she met the family.  Then Catherine on After The Final Rose.
Black lace dresses are oh so chic.
Black Lace dress options for you:
 HERE, HERE, HERE, HERE

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And as always,
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you can find me on twitter at @simsslp
Now, I’ve got one last question for you guys.
Should I continue on with my Bachelor/Bachelorette recaps even when it is no longer Sean?
Let me know in the comments!

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Comments

  1. Mix and Match Mama says

    Sweet friend…you have made this entire Bachelorette/Bachelor experience so much fun. I don't know how I would have done it without you!? In my heart…you will always be Bess. Love you more than words can say.

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  3. Sue says

    Yes, you should continue on with Bachelor/ette recaps because you are s dang funny! I love those posts. (And I love your outfit posts and your shopping posts) Ok, I love all your posts!

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  4. Tara G. says

    Hope your little guy feels better! I stand by my conclusion that those who say it is different when you have your own kids are liars. The only difference is the obligation to clean it up!

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  6. Ashleu says

    Bachelor/bachelorette recaps are a must from you! I think you should recap dancing with the stars in the meantime. I have really enjoyed reading your posts!

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  7. MorganizewithMe says

    I am thinking Dancing with the Stars Recaps and Bacehlorette too! Why stop a good thing! Love your sense of humor!
    xo
    Morgan 🙂

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  8. Meagan @ The Clanahan Fam says

    I think you underestimated your "funny"! Give yourself credit where credit is due 🙂 Love this & am so sad the season is over. Hope you will continue with some sort of posts on either the new Bachelorette or DWTS!

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  9. Nicki says

    Definitely continue your recaps! I love them and they, along with Shay's, have been what I most look forward to on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings! 🙂

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  10. sally isleta says

    hi sheaffer,

    hahaha…three wishes ??? really??? arie already have those, but after his wishes granted, he dumped her….

    Sean and Catherine are meant to each other..right place , in a right time…This is what Papa Jay and sherry praying for…answered prayer, no doubt about that…

    love your recap…

    sally isleta

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  11. Rachel [at] floral and fudge says

    it was such a great finale!
    and so fun to see the Lowes-Shulls on TV again.
    (texting your therapy kid's mom a photo at 1 am…. oh no! 🙂
    floral&fudge

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  13. Baby Mama Juice says

    You are hysterical! Best recap of anything ever! @Possessionista is the best! She's the only reason I check my twitter account. I certainly to hope to see more of Shay's gorgeousness on DWTS! If she needs someone to go with her (of course if you're not available), I'm more than happy to go!

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  16. Alison @ Get Your Pretty On says

    Well, I'd call that a pretty impressive wrap up considering that your little guy is so sick! And I need me some of those wedges.

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  17. Cheryl says

    Yes please……recaps on The Bachelorette…yes, please……recaps on Dancing With The Stars….yes, please…..you are just funny…..and have a funny, funny take on things…..you discussing the outfits on Dancing With The Stars??…priceless!!!!

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  18. Camille says

    Heck, yeah, you should ABSOLUTELY continue with your recaps! I used to watch The Biggest Loser on Monday nights, and DVR the Bachelor and watch it on Tuesday. Now I do the opposite so I can be sure I'm ready when you post your recap. Girl, you are HILARIOUS! You could probably recap the 6:00 news and I'd be laughing out loud.

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  19. Meredith says

    YES! You MUST keep up your Bachelor/Bachelorette posts! They are SO FUNNY that I think about them and laugh throughout my day! Plus my husband will read them and laugh with me which is so fun!

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  20. Jeanette says

    Oh my goodness Sheaffer you have to continue your recaps! They are freakin hilarious! Definitely a highlight of my Wednesday mornings! You are so, so, so funny! Keep up the great work :0)

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  21. Karen At Home says

    Great recap my friend! You were still funny in my opinion, I don't you could ever not be! So sorry to hear you have a sick child again, hope he is better soon.

    Please, please continue the Bachelor/Bachlorette recaps. It just wouldn't be the same with out you.

    Have a great day my friend!

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  22. Anonymous says

    yes please.. I would say recap DWTS.. then Bachelor Pad (which would be so dang funny) and then the Bachelorette this Summer. I am so glad I was introduced to Shay's blog during the bachelor and then found yours.. I can't wait to get to work every morning to start my day with you guys!!!! Thanks for making us laugh~

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  24. Caravan Sonnet says

    seriously. so wonderful. 🙂 love the "translation" at the beginning! hahaha. And I wondered how you were going to add in Selma's "assets" and you didn't disappoint. hahaha. 🙂 I love your blog and will read no matter what but I can only think that DWTS and the Bachelorette this summer would be made by your blog recaps! 🙂

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  26. Sarah says

    I'm going to seriously miss your recaps each week! You actually made me want to watch the finale, so I did and made my husband sit down with me to do it…don't tell him I told you that. =)

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  27. Casey @ Classic with a Pop says

    I honestly have NO idea how I found your blog, but I am so glad that I did! I have SO enjoyed your Bachelor recap posts! Honestly, the majority of the season, it was how I kept up with the action on the show! Studying for the bar exam = no time to watch tv. So THANK YOU for the play by play, and mostly, for the humor 🙂

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  28. Elaine~ Honey Pie Accessories says

    Please continue w/ your recaps, and if you're a DWTS girl, then please recap Sean on DWTS… I may or may not watch it this season, and probably only b/c of Seanie boy. I told my husband when Sean was standing on that balcony in just a towel, that all of the women across America were praying that the towel would accidently fall off. Although, I'm a married woman, and that would just be outrageous! Thanks for all of the recaps this season!

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  29. Kara says

    Please do the DWTS recaps 🙂 I love reading your blog every Tuesday/Wednesdays! Such a great way to start the morning with a good laugh 🙂

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  30. Kelly says

    PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE continue!! Your recaps seriously crack me up. You put in writing what we are all thinking as we watch! I would LOVE DWTS recaps too.

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  37. Mrs.HVK says

    Birthplace of the statement necklace… had me almost peeing in my pants at work!! LOL, yes please continue next season with the recaps, you are the BEST at them! Thanks for the laughs!!

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  39. Aubs says

    hope your little guy is feeling better and you have been able to get some rest…that is NO fun. =(

    i missed the texting a therapy kids mom at 1am story but it sounds like a good one!! ha!! we have indeed all been there!

    and Sean on DWTS??!! i die. there are 3 shows i don't miss an episode of…bachelor/bachelorette, big brother & DWTS! LOVE it!! (and secretly dream of being able to dance like that!!) =)

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  40. Anonymous says

    Yes, please continue recapping the Bachelor, and add Bachelorette and DWTS that's Sean is on to your blog!

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  43. Krista says

    I feel like the comments on here are like a petition and I am adding my signature… Please, please continue to recap Bachelorette and DWTS! I've added you to my list of blogs I read after episodes and I really, really don't want to lose your humor! And as someone else said… commenting on DWTS' outfits and trying the look yourself could be it's own show! Please??? – Krista from PA (yes East Coasters love TX too)

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  46. Denise Holthaus says

    You have made me LOL at work many times as I read your posts about the show! I love reading about your "fashion" suggestions too. I may be a grandma, but I still can "rock" my clothes! Please continue your re-caps. I'm actually quite shocked I'm following blogs now, but it's fun!

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  47. Sarah Tucker says

    Loved those tweets. I was dying laughing last night! And the statement necklace…LAUGH OUT LOUD! Ha! Ok, but on a serious note, you are KILLING me with the wedges! Apparently I am going to have to raid you and Shay's closet since I can't buy wedges until 2014. Another wedge post and I'm headed to McKinney 🙂

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  49. Mrs. SBA says

    When I saw 'therapy kid's mom' I looked on your 'about me' section and realized you are an SLP as well! I've been following your blog and Shea's during this Bachelor season and I just love all your witty comments!

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  50. Anonymous says

    Yes, I hope you continue your recaps of the Bachelor/Bachelorette. Also, I hope you do recaps of DWTS! 🙂

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  51. Momofgirls says

    Your posts get me through the day! I "save it up" until I am all alone and have a POISE PAD on in case I laugh until I potty my pants! Recap DWTS is a GREAT idea! But, YES, We need you for Dez's season! LOL

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  52. Melinda Herald says

    Absolutey!! You must continue your recaps. You are awesome at pointing out the humor in every episode, and your bachelorette told me to outfit recreations are superb!!

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  55. Kacey says

    Love LOVE Love the wedges!! Ohh yes, and I love your post too 🙂 funny as always!
    Hope you continue to post for DWTS and especially the Bachelorette with Des!!

    ~Kacey

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  57. Jenna {Real Simple Girl} says

    LOVE your recaps!!! I will miss them greatly, but I hope you continue to do them, and I'd probably watch any other show you recap just so I could read your funny commentary! 😉
    By the way, I totally need those bright green shorts and the striped top Shay wore to meet Lindsay! Do you happen to know anything about them?!

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  59. JenniferW says

    Love the recap! Shay and the whole family looked fabulous! Hope you keep it going, even though Sean is no longer the bachelor.

    Do you know where Shay's green top is from? LOVE it!

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  60. Anonymous says

    Please continue to do recaps!!!! Honestly you should be a stand up comedian, I laugh so hard at all if your posts. Or start a YouTube channel where you do recaps! 🙂

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  61. Jen A @ Love, the Arthurs says

    Love your recaps , so funny! Please continue o do them! And seriously, "the birthplace of the statement necklace"- hilarious. Her neck looked like over a foot long…how is that even possible? 🙂

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  62. Emily | Recently says

    I love your recap Sheaffer! Can't wait to see those two tie the knot. Hope your little man is feeling much better now. Hang in there mama!!!

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  63. We Choose Joy says

    I'm not usually a comment-er, but had to say I have LOVED your recaps and will miss them dearly! Really so glad someone shared your blog with me. I love your style inspiration and I've had fewer "yoga pants and t-shirt" days since I've started reading your blog 🙂 (thank you for that)!

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  65. Kim M. says

    Pleeeeeaaasssee continue recaps! They've made my maternity leave soooo much better! (and it's ending soon 🙁

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  67. E. Erquitt says

    ABSOLUTELY YOU SHOULD CONTINUE! I didn't start reading until late in the season and I would LOVE to continue to follow your Bachelor funnies!

    Reply

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