the bachelor's back

Formerly a devout "The Bachelor" and "The Bachelorette" addict (four and two seasons, respectively), I quit the show after the ugly curly haired Bob "funny guy" became the bachelor.  (So not cute, and all he did was make out with all those blind, desperate women.)

Today, after much egging from Angela, I've decided to give "The Bachelor" another shot.  After all, it was conveniently airing after "Dancing with the Stars."

10 Reasons "I Remember Why I Don't Watch This Show Anymore"

• Unlike the first three, the new breed of bachelors aren't very hot.
• Now that I am the same age as (sometimes older than!) these female "bride candidates" and no longer 20 years old, the more I find them pathetic and desperate.  I don't get it: they're beautiful, talented, supposedly intelligent women.
• This bachelor is so boring and has a limited vocabulary.  Using the same jargon, he tells all the women during their one-on-one dates that he "feels a connection" with them and "hopes (they) stick to it."  How poetic.
• In this show, making out with everybody = "I'm just trying to get to know everybody."  It was particularly touching how his intention for his private date with Amber was "to see if she is affectionate and cares about me" -- i.e. He just waited for Amber to make out with him in the hot tub before giving her a rose.
• Apart from Tina, their conversations are so lame.  It's all about their insecurities and/or b*tching about other girls.
• All the girls think that they are falling in love with him.  After only four...group...dates.  Wow.
• Some girls are so catty.  Thank goodness they never get far.
• As Angela pointed out, usually the "ethnic" girls are out by the second show.  This one is actually an anomaly as three of the six girls left are not white.  But let's see what happens next week...
• My favorite cheesy line of the night:  "My heart is open and honest...you're one of the reasons why."  What the heck does that mean?!
• Oh right.  This show really rilles me up and brings out the worst in me.  But, my oh my, it's just so entertaining.  I am not sure which I prefer critiquing more - American Idol or The Bachelor.

happy valentine's day

I visited Baron this past weekend, so Valentine's Day was celebrated a bit early this year. 

My wonderful, thoughful, sweet and creative boyfriend surprised me with a terrific weekend, filled with unexpected and fun activities!

Surprise # 1:  Day Trip to Catalina Island

We took in the sights and flavors of the island...both on land and under the sea!

Surprise # 2:  California Adventure

Never been to this theme park - I can finally say I've gone!  I really enjoyed the Aladdin musical.

Surprise # 3:  Dolphin Safari at Dana Point!

Despite the nasty, rainy early morning weather, we did enjoy the boat ride and saw at least 40 dolphins!  Too bad whales don't like the rain...=)

Our fourth Valentine's Day together...and it just keeps getting better and better!  Thank you, Baron, for a wonderful V-Day weekend! 

Things I am thankful for in 2006:

Celebrating Dad & Mom's 25th wedding anniversary...in Europe!  (Thanks for dragging us along on your third honeymoon =)

High school reunions (and celebrating weddings, engagements and babies!)

College reunions (and Cal winning the Big Game)

My fabulous roommates: Martina and Kendra!

My genius and uber-efficient study group:  Eric, Jeff and Fred!

My crazy cohort: OSKI (above: at the walkoff)

Awesome friends from b-school!

...and three wonderful years with Baron!

procrastination/distraction movie of the day:  the bodyguard.

i've never seen this movie before. not bad. i'm glad i was a child in the 80s/early 90s and didn't have suffer through those fashions and hair. kevin costner is really believable as a bodyguard. i've forgotten that whitney houston is a really good singer.