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Cliotheleo
Member
03-13-2002
| Thursday, May 06, 2004 - 10:59 pm
Ok, I think what I'll do is give a summary of everything that's happened up to this point (Day 5) and then do summaries of the show each day. I should preface this by saying that the Daily Shows are being uploaded to the Usenet newsgroup alt.binaries.tv.big-brother ............. If you know what I'm talking about good for you. If you don't, don't ask. It's complicated.
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Cliotheleo
Member
03-13-2002
| Thursday, May 06, 2004 - 11:13 pm
Ok, the first show introduced all of the 14 housemates. Showed them riding up to the live show on these lame motorcycles. They were all introduced one by one by Gretle, the show hostesss, and then scarfed away before they entered the house. I'm going to touch on the more interesting personalities because, quite frankly, I don't think I've even SEEN some of these folks since they've entered the house. Please refer to this page to put faces with names... http://bigbrother.ten.com.au/hm.asp The "main players" when it comes to the girls are.... Aphrodite 26 "Aphro" as she likes to be called is the most dominant personality in the house. Needy. Needs to be the center of attention, but in a self-effacting (sp?) way. Needs to be helping everyone out, "nurturing." Needs to have her hand in all the pies. She reminds me of Nicole of BB US 2. Then there's Krystal, 20 Also likes the spotlight but in a more "hey! look at me!" kind of way. Her great claim to fame is that she used to be a stripper. But I'll get to that later..... Ashalea, 19 Imagine Michelle from BB USA 2003 but with bigger earrings. Sweet girl but not the brightest bulb in the chandalier. She has the hots for a "bloat" (see how much I'm learning?) called Merlin, but, again, I'll get to more of that later. Elle, 22 A country girl moved to the city. Sticks up for Krystal when the boys make fun of her (Krystal) being a stripper. Entertains folks by farting (can I say that?) on their heads. Well, she only did that once, but it was funny. Apparently she can do it at will. Bree, 21 Young but wise beyond her years. She's acting like the big sis to the younger girls, watching out for them. Catherine, 33 or "Cat" ....... her one claim to fame is that she has two kids. A first for BBAUS Terry, 31 As soon as she does something worth mentioning, I'll be sure to tell y'all about it.
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Cliotheleo
Member
03-13-2002
| Thursday, May 06, 2004 - 11:32 pm
Ok, now the boys........ Merlin, 24 All the girls love Merlin and Merlin loves all the girls, but not in a flirtateous way, in a buddy, buddy way. So much so that viewers are starting to question his sexuality (and the show's trying to MAKE us question it.) But so far, if Merlin's got any secrets he's not giving them up. He's very intelligent for his age and very sensitive. Igor, 27 At this point, he's only interesting because he's become Aphrodite's other half so to speak and I'll get into that more later. But his secret (and it's not that BIG of a secret) is that he's got a girlfriend outside the house. They are on a "break" and he's single while he's inside. But he's made it clear he's going back to his girl regardless after the show. He's is probably the most right-leaning when it comes to social views. Has had some interesting debates with Merlin about gay issues and some of the HMs are not happy with what they perceive to be his lack of desire to work around the house. Ryan, 27 (give me a minute, I need to drool........... ok, back to my story) Ryan is a 6' 7" (which is 199 centimeters! I FINALLY have an excuse to use that "new math" I learned in Jr. High!) professional "footy" player. Turns out "Footy" is slang for the Australian Football League. He's a barman which I THINK means he stands behind the goal and kicks the ball out to the rest of the team and they then proceede to run like wild men all over the field and try to kill one another. I've watched AFL before and it's fun. Kinda like a cross between US football, soccer and basketball (the pace reminds me of basketball.) Anyway, Ryan's not playing now because he's had a lot of injuries. He was even shown wearing a shirt on the live show that read "my knee is fine" because he was tired of people asking about it. He's a funny guy. Reminds me of Dave from BB USA 2004, only he's funny in a cerebral way, not a physical one. No girlfriend, hasn't dated in over a year. Now *I* suspect that's because he has a yet-unrealized fixation for hot, blonde, American girls from Tennessee. So far he's the most popular HM on the show according to the viewing public. Trevor, 30 Trevor is quiet and doesn't say much and I don't think he does much either but I think we have to keep an eye on him. I get this vibe that he's smart enough and likeable enough to go all the way. When asked by the hostess if he was going to win, he said something like "yeah, sure." Like "who cares?" Kane (20,) Wesley (20) and Paul (31) are all pretty much interchangeable and haven't done a thing worth noting yet. The only thing I can say about them is that Paul (with the long hair) is a father of two and if ANYONE could be called the "father" of the house it would be him. Not that he's TRYING to take the role, but he always reminds me of Kent, Gerri and George because he's always the first one up. Hanging out by himself alone in the yard. Ok, so that's the gang. Now, let me tell you what they've been up to.......
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Cliotheleo
Member
03-13-2002
| Thursday, May 06, 2004 - 11:48 pm
Ok, so at the end of the first show, they all run yelling and screaming into the house, talking about how cool it is, how it looks like an Austin Powers house and calling each other "mate" every other word. I mean they REALLY say that! Who'd a thunk it? Of course you all have seen the house, one big bedroom, big, multi-person shower, etc. When we got the "tour" before they were allowed in, Gretel showed us a secret room, the purpose of which had not yet been revealed. Could be a "HOH" room but who knows? So far, these are the main story lines..... "Aphrodite and Igor the married couple of the house." No, not really married (although some speculated they might be) the two of them have been pals since the beginning. Not so much in a sexual way, at least not OVERTLY sexual, but they act more like an old married couple. He gets a cold and she takes care of him. They fight and make up, fight and make up, fight and make up. Lately, Aphro has been mad at him because he hadn't told her he had a g/friend (jealous perhaps?) and lately she's been chastizing him because he's not doing his fair share of the chores (she thinks) She's just trying to look out for him. Apparently they did some fighthing last night because I woke up to them making up and him telling her he didn't like being mad and not talking to her and they made a pact to put the drama behind them ............ ha! and then there's "Merlin and Ashalea's, the unwilling romance." Like Igor and Aphro, but the puppy love version. Only problem is, it's one sided. Ashalea likes Merlin, but he doesn't feel the same way. There have been no bitter-sweet confessions, but Ashalea has made comments like "when we get out, you better buy me a big fat ring!" and "but brothers and sisters don't kiss" when Merlin suggested that they were like brother and sister. And thats exactly what Merlin thinks of her "she's a sweet girl, but not my type." ...... whatever THAT means? Storyline #3 "Krystal is a stripper, but don't talk about it." Early on Krystal announced to the house that she used to work as a dancer in a strip club. It's weird. She volunteered the informatioin, jokes about it, but doesn't like anyone else to do the same. When Aphro said she was going to start calling her "Delta" (her stage name) she said "how about you don't!" ............ Some of the boys like to make jokes about it which makes Elle uncomfortable (to the point that she's cried about it and told them not to do it) and makes Krystal feel weird (but she laughs it off, so the boys don't understand that it's not cool to bring it up all the time.)
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Cliotheleo
Member
03-13-2002
| Thursday, May 06, 2004 - 11:53 pm
Those are the major story lines. The only events that have happened are that on day 2, they were told they had 90 seconds to pack their bags for an extended stay outside the house. They were then told to exit (out to the pool area) and forced to "camp out" for several days. Many of them forgot to pack essential items (Krystal missed her make up) so they ended up having to share things which of course caused them to bond with one another. There was a food competition where they wagered 25% of their total budged on how well they knew one another. They were each brought one by one into the special "outside" diary room and asked one question about another HM. They got (I think) 3 out of 14 questions wrong and won an additional 25% of their grocery budget. After they were told the results they were allowed to run back into the house where they all rolled around on the beds and couches and took much-needed showers (they had been washing up in the outdoor sink for the last few days.) And that's where we are .......... nominations are on Sunday (Saturday our time.)
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Cliotheleo
Member
03-13-2002
| Thursday, May 06, 2004 - 11:54 pm
And as far as I'm concerned, y'all are free to ask questions if you don't understand something. This doesn't have to be a "Clio only" thread.
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Hamsterlady
Member
07-03-2003
| Friday, May 07, 2004 - 5:12 pm
Thanks Clio! You cleared up several things that happened the first couple of days that I missed. 
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Theowl
Member
09-28-2000
| Friday, May 07, 2004 - 6:29 pm
Wow Clio!! You're AWESOME!! I have WebTV and can't get too much as far as pictures and NO feeds. I always have to count on the Fantastic!! live feed posters for USA BB. But now I have to come here every day to read your report. I'm sure MANY people here appreciate you. Keep up the good work!! Where are you in TN? I'm in Buffalo Valley. Ever heard of it??? HA!!
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Cliotheleo
Member
03-13-2002
| Friday, May 07, 2004 - 8:31 pm
Actually owl I have. 
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Hamsterlady
Member
07-03-2003
| Sunday, May 09, 2004 - 8:34 pm
I love Mr. Hamsterlady! Actually, I've done things kinda like what Paul's done before...LOL Thanks for the show cap Clio! 
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Dipo
Member
04-23-2002
| Monday, May 10, 2004 - 12:58 pm
Great job Clio, I am enjoying the live feeds, but I have missed some stuff. Thanks.
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Scorpiomoon
Member
06-06-2002
| Monday, May 10, 2004 - 9:18 pm
Oh man, Clio! You are freakin' amazing! Thank you so much for this!
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Cliotheleo
Member
03-13-2002
| Monday, May 10, 2004 - 11:10 pm
You're welcome! Unfortunately, today's episode of "Clio's Daily Show Summaries" will be postponed 'cause I forgot all about the Survivor finale last night and have spent the last three hours watching it. Now I have to go to bed. Promise to get us all caught up tomorrow!
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Cliotheleo
Member
03-13-2002
| Tuesday, May 11, 2004 - 4:43 pm

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Hamsterlady
Member
07-03-2003
| Tuesday, May 11, 2004 - 5:24 pm
Great job Clio! Keep it coming! :D
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Ducky
Member
08-27-2000
| Tuesday, May 11, 2004 - 7:53 pm
Just wonderful Clio Thank you so much for doing this. A lot that I missed.
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Hamsterlady
Member
07-03-2003
| Tuesday, May 11, 2004 - 8:13 pm
Oooh, I love it Clio! I watched that clip of Trevor talking to the bird on the BB Australia site and it was hilarious! And might I add, Mr. Hamsterlady looks uber fine in the cap you caught above. Many thanks to you! 
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Cliotheleo
Member
03-13-2002
| Tuesday, May 11, 2004 - 8:38 pm
Forgot to explain this part .......... the HMs assign points to their nominees. One gets two points, the second gets one. The points are then tallied up against each nominee and whomever gets the most points (and apparently the number of nominees can change from week to week) is up.
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Sunrisedd
Member
09-15-2000
| Saturday, May 15, 2004 - 11:31 pm
Thank you Clio, since I can't get the live feeds, I depend on you. You do an awesome job!!
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Cliotheleo
Member
03-13-2002
| Sunday, May 16, 2004 - 8:38 pm
Let me apologize, had a whole bunch of caps and when I tried to post them, they got all screwed up. Am too exhausted to fix them. May do them another day.
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Backgammonjane
Member
02-28-2004
| Sunday, May 16, 2004 - 9:10 pm
is it just me or is there no pictures where there is sopose to be ....
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Sunrisedd
Member
09-15-2000
| Monday, May 17, 2004 - 1:44 am
No pics but poor, tired,hardworking Clio will fix them when she is rested!! Thanks so much Clio!!
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Dipo
Member
04-23-2002
| Monday, May 17, 2004 - 8:30 pm
Clio, hope your finger is all better!!! Thnks so much for the updates, can't wait to see the photos. Did Aph get the purse??? Anyway thanks again for the shows!!!!
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