Well. At least it used to be.
Because Monday night’s episode? It was just “eh”. Shrug and tilt.
The families all seemed sweet, nice, and pretty dang normal… which just makes for an “eh” night.
ABC, take note, “normal” does not good t.v. make.
Which I know you know. Obviously.
WHERE IS THE CRAZY DAD WITH THE ROOM FULL OF TAXIDERMY AND A RIFLE?
WHERE IS THE DATE AT THE MORTUARY?
WHERE IS THE MOM WHO HIT AND KILLED A BIRD AND THEN BURIED IT IN THE BACKYARD?
WHERE IS THE PSYCHOTIC BROTHER? I’m looking at you Des.
1st Hometown Date
I barely even notice the fact that they are jumping around and calling it polka (because know this…they are not dancing the polka, they are jumping)…..
I like your style Andi, I like your style.
AND ALL OF THEIR PICTURES ARE ON THE WALL.
Lined up.
On the wall.
In 8×10 frames.
First Andi talks to his oldest sister, and the length of sister’s dress is questionable. Showing a little too much upper thigh for my liking. I’m guessing a little too much upper thigh for her own liking too once she saw her segment. Then Andi and Nick’s youngest sister (I’m talking 10 years old) had a really cute exchange. She was rockin’ the polka dots, and she had the cutest little bob.
At the end of the date, Andi names all 10 siblings on the wall.
I was impressed.
I’m also quite sure that somebody must have been whispering the names into her ear piece, because who in the world could do that.
The skin…the boobs…..the tears…..
I. CANNOT. WAIT.
2nd Hometown Date
HOW CUTE are these two?!?!
I may or may not have added the straw hat myself.
I think the Polaroid is a nice touch.
And let me just say, Farmer Chris knows how to ROCK a flannel and a puffer.
#farmerinapufferforthewin
and I immediately felt a kinship with her.
The family talks about how Farmer Chris used to only wear underwear on school days (seems fair) and how he sometimes toots. Thanks for that one sis.
3rd Hometown
She was speaking my love language.
be called into question at times too.
Whatever.
I LOVED the outfit and immediately knew I was going to recreate it.
So, I wore it yesterday (you might have seen me tease it on instagram HERE).
I didn’t have a plain navy boat neck, so I went with a stripe. And I totally dug it.
Coral+Navy+Converse+Simple Gold Jewelry
I liked it so much, I’m thinking it’s in one of my top 10 favorite outfits since I started the blog!
grey converse HERE / similar silver Michael Kors watch HERE
Kendra Scott necklace HERE/ pave bar necklace HERE / earrings HERE
Coral Tote c/o Gigi New York HERE ($50 OFF TODAY!)
Colorful tassel HERE
Okay…enough clothes…for now…..
They go to Nibble’s family home
Like you could put her in a family pic and NOBODY would be able to pick her out as somebody that didn’t share the same genetics as the rest of the people in the family. In fact, Andi looked more like a sister than the actual sister.
Nibbles is DEFINITELY a front runner.
Now listen, there was a lot of talk about Nibbles’ brother entering the NFL draft and how Andi knew that was a big deal but that she felt like Josh needed some attention too. But by the end of her visit Andi and the actual sister had a come to Jesus meeting about the fact that Josh would have his own family too and that his family would be his priority (high five real sister), and football brother even said he was all grown up and didn’t need Josh all the time anymore (high five brother).
All was right in Andi’s and Nibbles’ world by the end of the evening.
4th Hometown Date
Here they are strolling through Highland Park Village.
Want to get the look for yourself? I’m your girl!
multi-strand necklace HERE
LOVE LOVE LOVE this layered necklace! So easy and affordable!
LOVE. THIS. LOOK.
And really. CHECK OUT THE LAYERED NECKLACE! That is 1 necklace!
Don’t they look like a perfectly normal couple here?
Because he’s clearly a stripper just posing as a Sports Medicine Manager.
Whatever that is. Sounds like a made up job to me.
First I hid behind my hands…and then a pillow…and then behind the couch, and then finally under the kitchen table.
Because this happened.
Marcus could not hold back his stripper alter ego anymore. It had to break free.
And he took off his pants.
OH THE HUMANITY.
Although I must say, it seems as if Andi is a fan of the poorly timed strip tease.
Different strokes for different folks. No judgement here.
Wait. That’s a lie. There’s a little judgement.
Andi meets Marcus’s family, and it goes well.
And by “well”, I mean that it was incredibly awkward. It was obvious that Marcus did in fact grow up in a family that isn’t the “typical” family. This makes me sad for Marcus because he seems like a really great guy.
If I were Andi, Nick would have been on the rejection limo.
FARMER.
Click HERE if you want to read my recaps from prior episodes.
Now.
Please listen to me and my next directive.
It’s time to eat plenty of carbs and protein, rest up, and start mentally preparing
BECAUSE THE NORDSTROM ANNIVERSARY SALE GOES LIVE FOR CARDHOLDERS TOMORROW MORNING.
And remember, I’ll be here giving you the inside scoop!
Check back tomorrow morning for the things that I’m most interested in trying on tomorrow, and then start checking back at about 8:00 tomorrow night (maybe earlier) to start seeing me post some pictures from my shopping adventure!
My friend Andrea even created a special graphic that I’m super excited about…
I will be reserving the above graphic for the BEST OF THE BEST that I believe the sale has to offer!
So…..see you back here tomorrow morning!
xoxo,
Sheaffer 🙂
Mix and Match Mama says
Listen, her dates might have been eh but she looked super cute on each of them! She reminds me so much of Jillian…and you know how much I loved Jillian's season!
Julie C. says
I TOTALLY agree about Hot Farmer Chris!!! I would sign the petition!!! 😉 LOL
Paige says
I totally think Chris will be the next bachelor! Loved your coral shorts outfit!
Melissa H. says
Yes, Farmer should be the next bachelor. Although I kind of hope he isn't because I really need to quit watching this show and I will get drawn in again if he is the one they choose. Thanks for the recaps!
TwIndy Mom says
Thanks for the recap. I don't watch anymore because your recaps are more interesting IMHO.
But, I'm hoping and praying that you review these hot black moto jeans that were photographed a couple times in the Nordstrom sale catalog. They were amazing, and my heart may be a little broken if they don't fit well.
April Parrish says
Girl, I'm dying over here…LAUGHING!!!! This post was hilarious!!! Love the straw hat and graphics for FARMER CHRIS!!! I will totally sign the petition!
Great job on recreating Andi's outfits!
Super excited about the sale tomorrow! Rest Up!
Have a great day!
Alaleh says
Farmer Chris serrrriously does know how to rock a puffer!!! So well dressed!! Can't wait for your anniversary picks!!!
Rebecca Jo says
Oh my word, I LOVE Farmer Chris. He needs to be the next Bachelor. They need a farmer Bachelor – no pilots or business man = someone who lives in the middle of a corn field.
I need those grey converse… like NOW!!! I'm headed to buy them. Thanks for the link!
Anonymous says
Secret's out… Looks like someone reads Reality Steve! That shot of the inside of Nick's hometown date is one that was leaked to him and he posted on his website. Not a screen cap or one released by ABC.
Sheaffer says
Nope! I don't read Reality Steve! I google image things like "Andi on hometown dates" or "Andi meeting Nick's family" and see what pictures pop up for me to use. I'm able to right click and "save as" from google, so I don't have to click on the source.
Kimm Atwood says
Recap was great…but I mean I'm way too excited for the BIG sale to start!!! Happy Wednesday girl!!!
Sarah E @ theteacherswife.com says
I'm with you as far as Farmer Chris being the next Bachelor – bring it on!
Slightly Askew Designs says
I have to admit that I haven't watched a SINGLE episode this season but I'm PUMPED for Bachelor in Paradise. I have no idea what the premise is and I don't care. hahaha 🙂
Sarah Kuykendall says
Your quote about Andi's shorts being so short you worried about her waxing made me laugh aloud. At 7 AM! I agree that Chris is delish!
Sarah Kuykendall says
Excited to see all of your Nordstrom finds so I can do some shopping of my own!
Katie @ Mishaps and Mayhem of a Solitary Life says
I am glad I'm not the only one who thought her shorts were way too short!! This is what I really pay attention to now during the show…the outfits!! And I actually tweeted during the episode that I didn't want Andi to pick Chris because I wanted to go to Iowa and find him!! I have issues…I know!! HA!! But damn…So HOTTT!!! The song "Big Green Tractor" by Jason Aldean was playing in my head that entire date! Loved your baseball date recreation! On the hunt for a cheaper coral cutoff! Can't wait til tomorrow!!
Kristen Terkelsen says
I look forward to Wednesdays for a lot of reasons: the ability to say "hump day" without getting stares, no laundry, and reading your Bachelorette recaps. I've been loudly protesting watching this season because I'm not exactly whats-her-faces biggest fan. I just feel like you should have more personality if you're going to be an assistant district attorney (but that's neither here nor there). I'm getting my Bachelorette fix every Wednesday reading your reviews. My Bachelorette needs have been fulfilled by reading your reviews and not subjecting myself to 2 hours of boredom. I did cave and watch this episode because let's be honest- America doesn't really have a ninja warrior and hanging out under a dome isn't my idea of a good time either. (Can we talk about the complete lack of good summer TV on basic channels??)
Any hoo- back to my point. Stop it. Stop it right now with the farmer. I will be going out today and buying my husband a gingham printed shirt and a puffer vest to wear asap. Forget that this is Austin, TX and it's 99 degrees. The puffer needs to happen.
I guess I'll be watching again next week.
Also- I'm ecstatic about the Bachelor in Paradise impending train wreck. I'm already planning watch parties.
kristine says
I agree that the episode was a little boring. I still remember Sean's hometown when he pretended to still live at home…hilarious! I need some pink cutoffs, but not as short as Andi's! Haha And no, Schaffer, your shorts are no too short for your age…you're the same age as me! You're a youngin! ; ) (yes, that's a made up word!)
Liz/ says
Another stellar recap as usual!!! Farmer is so hot and so nice and his family was the best, such fun and nice people….Marcus was just weird and that stripper date, well I wanted to hide too, awkward….I die every time you say Nibbles….and I still really love Nick but after hometowns Farmer was my favorite although we all know Andi is NOT moving to a farm in Iowa so Farmer for the next Bachelor is my vote too!!!
Brooke says
Love your recaps!! And yes yes yes Farmer Chris is hot hot HOT!! Question is where are his plaid shirt and puffer vest from???? Because my husband needs them STAT!!
Anonymous says
Love farmer Chris! I agree next bachelor for sure. I don't see andi moving to a farm community.
Cannot wait for the anniversary sale finds. Just an FYI I know you don't have a girl but the tractor skinny jeans that pull on are the best. They look cute with everything, are skinny enough to fit into uggs and my girls love them. My oldest will not fit in them this fall and is sad. They are the best and it is a great price. I bought a ton last year.
Melanie Lien says
Where is the farmer petition? I will sing it! Do we need to make one at change.org because I am all over it! I will be honest I didn't notice Chris much until the last few episodes and then I was hardcore #teamchris. After the home dates, I just think he precious. HOWEVER, I bet she picks Josh. She has been smitten with him for awhile. Lets just be honest! So I am ALL about making Chris the next bachelor!
Stefany says
If Farmer doesn't get picked by Andi, I'm totally starting a petition for him to be the next Bachelor!!!!
Jennifer Brandt says
Love me some Farmer Chris! Also loved his adorable family. Thanks so much for your hilarious recaps. Glad I'm the only one looking forward to the train wreck that Bachelor of Paradise will be.
Because Shanna Said So says
Bachelorette what???? There is a HUGE sale that's about to go down…I can't think about anything else right now! Ha!!
Anonymous says
Kind of confused why everyone is assuming Chris is not going to make it until the end unless people ( you included Schaeffer! ) read the spoilers. I admit I totally do, but let just give credit where credit is due!
Just putting it out there….
GFR
Sheaffer says
Hi there! You are the 2nd person today that has commented like you've "caught me" doing something that I shouldn't be doing, and I'm totally confused by this. I do not read Reality Steve (or any other spoilers for that matter), but I have no idea why it would matter even if I did. .
I do get a ton of people e-mailing me spoilers (so I do usually have an idea about who is the final one standing is), but I never publish the comments because I know there are a lot of people who don't want the show to be spoiled for them.
Anyway, I don't read the spoilers and that's that. No reason to give "credit where credit is due", I'm just writing my observations about the show.
coachkatriel says
I think your outfit recreation with the blue top and the coral shorts looks way cuter than Andi's original. #winning
And I'm loving the Andi's outfit recaps and ideas on how to steal them. I have honestly only made it about 15 minutes into one episode this season before I gave up quite dramatically and went on a walk instead. But I read your recaps each week for the love of clothes and the outfit recreations you do.
Lacey Salmon says
Love the recap!! Yesssss the shorts were sooo short! The walking segments looked awkward!!
Amy Kleis says
Open Open Open Open Open
Cathy and Marshall says
What is it with the man scarf ("marf") this season?! I was shaking my head at Marcus's outfit he wore at Chris Harrison's house. Man scarf and knickers? So odd. Almost as awkward as his stripper get-up. Almost.
Narci says
Honestly, I am CRYING because I am laughing so hard. That last graphic of Farmer Chris was hilarious! Love!!
Kylee Blevins says
#farmerinapufferforthewin is the best hashtag ever! I totally vote for Hottest Farmer Ever to be the next bachelor b/c I really want the other hottie, Josh, to win for completely superficial reasons…he is smoking! They look like they go together & even though he is slightly tool-ish at times, his family seemed great so I think he will be a good husband ;)! Nick is a creeper & has got to go! Ready to shop the Anniversary Sale tomorrow!!! Whoop whoop!
Michelle S says
Thank you, thank you, thank you for the hilarious recap! All is right in the world again. 🙂
RebeccaLynn17 says
I completely agree!! I want to see Hott Farmer as the next Bachelor!!! And then I don't want him to stop there, I want him to get a deal on Dancing with the Stars and then married on live tv. I want it all for him. Lo