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Mistysmoke
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08-10-2001
| Wednesday, June 10, 2009 - 3:33 pm
I find it interesting that in a past episode the ladies talk about how the book was brought to them by the red heads (sorry still not straight on her name) niece and that they decided it wouldn't go outside of them, but then this episode Dina says that she hasn't spread the info around that she has just talked to her family and friends about it. Well, honey that's how the gossip spreads. Then we have Steve (what a man he is) asking Theresa to use her cottage to have a booty call and they laugh about how Danielle is getting jacked over. On the other hand you have Danielle that seems to have information that Dina wouldn't want out and she keeps mum. I am not saying she does have info but if she does at least she isn't spreading it around, at least not yet, I am sure if she had some goods it must be difficult right now not to spill. I wouldn't want to be friends with these women, I mean I have done things in my past and there are some people that I have told about it and others that I haven't. Actually I have posted about it on this board at some point. There are levels of trust and these women wouldn't have passed that level for me. I thought it was REALLY funny how one of em said that they don't interact with people that have done the things that Danielle has done, while we have seen the articles about how family members had relatives connected to the mob.
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Costacat
Member
07-15-2000
| Wednesday, June 10, 2009 - 4:14 pm
I can totally see Danielle not being asked to come back next season. She's not a relative, and if the other HWs refuse to have anything to do with her, Bravo won't have much of a story. The difference between doing something you're ashamed of and Danielle is... well, she went on this show expecting her secret would stay secret. And it wasn't the women who first outed her. FWIW, I also think it's the kidnapping thing, wasn't it a child?, that has everyone up in arms.
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Angelicfairies2
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07-19-2004
| Wednesday, June 10, 2009 - 4:16 pm
I would be more then happy to not see Danielle anymore. I'm just about done with her. I mean it's pretty bad when your own daughter basically says men are using you for your 'goodies'.
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Cricket
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08-05-2002
| Wednesday, June 10, 2009 - 7:31 pm
So true that it's bad for the daughter to realize that, Angelic. Mistysmoke, I don't think Dina was the person spreading everything around. Danielle realized from the start that Dina didn't like her and she's done everything to make Dina a villain, when Dina is so busy working, she doesn't have time for Danielle's drama. It was Caroline who wanted to investigate Danielle and went to the library and got the book. She and Teresa then went to Dina's house and showed her the book and told her what was in it. I believe her when she says she never even touched the book. Danielle seems to be the type to need a villain in her life so she can come off the victim, but she consistently makes herself the victim. I'm thinking the only reason Danielle was invited to next week's party is because the producers insisted. They wanted to go out with a bang!
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Rslover
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11-19-2002
| Wednesday, June 10, 2009 - 7:52 pm
YW Cricket..that wedding was insane. I agree about Steve, nothing charming about him and I thought he looked 36, not 26! He used her (implied that to Joe) and she's thanking him? Glad this is only a few episodes. I proudly stayed away from all of the HW shows until my NJ friend said I had to watch this. She has been to the Brownstone and they really do have great food. I love Joe and how nothing seems to upset him. He and Teresa are so laid back, in their own world. They crack me up. He could care less about her boobs, but I bet Tommy talked Dina into getting hers. Dina doesn't bother me too much either. Kind of feel bad for Danielle. I don't think she has too much self esteem. Would be curious to see what her ex looks like. I think her daughters are the prettiest of all the girls.
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Reader234
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08-13-2000
| Wednesday, June 10, 2009 - 7:59 pm
Lori - about girls and hair in their face - I have a dd that loves to keep hair in her face!! whats up with that?? She keeps hair clips for art class because the art teacher berates her!! So I give leeway there! Angel - you are so right - that was so very sad when the daughter pointed it out to a seemingly clueless mom! I think Dina would enjoy telling about Danielle and the book! Dina just comes across as a person that likes to talk... and ITA - this "series" Housewives" sets up women - sets up a storyboard - contrives to get the "participants" together - so that is the only reason they went to the dance lessons - with Danielle and with all those guys!! I dont know how much they get paid - but it must be made worth their while! I remember the OC Housewives at the betting horse track - that seemed so contrived - it moves a "story" along to get them all together! imho
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Stacey718995
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07-05-2007
| Wednesday, June 10, 2009 - 8:19 pm
If you took out the crazy one this would be a drama free HW which actually is nice. It was really fun just watching the girls go out and have fun. Aside from the crazy one... I really like them all, they all come across as great parents. Teresa and Joe are so cute together with those girls. I enjoyed this season more than I thought I would.
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Rslover
Member
11-19-2002
| Wednesday, June 10, 2009 - 9:00 pm
READ THIS
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Lori32
Member
07-04-2008
| Wednesday, June 10, 2009 - 9:41 pm
I know Reader!! I have 12 yr old and 13 year old daughters,and when they were growing out their bangs I thought I would die of frustration constantly telling them "GETCHURHAIROUTTAYOURFACEORIAMGONNASHAVEYOURLITTLEHEAD!!" Man oh Man,that drives me nuts.I used to wear my hair that way when me and DH first got married,and my mother in law could NOT STAND it!! (probably why I wore it that way)..But I can see where she was coming from now...
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Mistysmoke
Member
08-10-2001
| Wednesday, June 10, 2009 - 9:56 pm
Cricket, my point was that in previous episodes they said they kept it in the family and then last night she said that she talked to family and friends about it. I can imagine that then the friends talked to other friends who talked to other friends etc. I wouldn't prefer Danielle over Dina or Dina over Danielle. I don't like people that have to put others down in order to build themselves up, I see Danielle do this more than Dina but from my point of view they both do it. See I didn't like when (I can not think of names tonight) OC wives trash talked whatshername, the one that's fiance died, or when NY wives trashed whatshername and now this time when they are trashing the one here. Not because I particularly liked the women that were treated this way but because i don't do well with gang mentality. Perhaps if they had shown WHY the wives in NJ didn't trust/like Danielle I would understand better, i think that unless Bravo does that Danielle will get a pass at playing the victim (which I totally agree that she does) for some people. I mean it was clear that there was some reason that the women didn't like her from the very first episode! I wondered why it was only 6 episodes, unless the reasoning is behind whatever happens at this coming episode.
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Lori32
Member
07-04-2008
| Wednesday, June 10, 2009 - 10:18 pm
I'll be honest...I live for this crap.I think Danielle is what I call the Epitome of "Drama Queen".She cannot function without something being wrong or some sort of strife in her daily life.Sadly,I know a few people like this in my real life.I try to be cordial with them and help when I can (if help is ACTUALLY needed),but for the most part I avoid them,I have enough real drama all on my own,Sure don't need anyone else's extra helpings,lol.Danielle is not going to be happy just to be.And she thinks the World owes her something.I only hope her daughters are going to learn how to be exactly the OPPOSITE of their Mother.Christine is a beautiful girl and comes off very intelligent,and I believe she is already light years ahead of her Mother.I honestly don't know how Danielle got away with making the statement,"If I don't get my settlement soon I don't know what will become of me and my daughters".(Something to that effect,I deleted that episode so I am paraphrasing )How do you get away with saying something like that and Social Services not get involved? How do you whine,cry and moan your very existence due to having no assets or money,yet you can afford to have a Spa Party? (BTW- on another note,I don't think Dina was opposed to the Botox,or that she denied having it done ever,I think she was uncomfortable having it done by a Drive by plastic Surgeon,Sorry something strikes me odd with these Botox parties,not my thing) The father of her children HAS to be supporting her in some form or fashion.Would love to see pics of the guy,and have more info on him.Danielle is a Pain in the ass and annoys me to the point of almost no return,but she is a major part of the show.As much as I like the other girls,Danielle does stir the pot.I just think if someone doesn't like the catty behavior,gossip and Cliques, they probably shouldn't watch any of the Housewives,lol.They are not for the faint of heart.Just Sayin'
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Lexie_girl
Member
07-30-2004
| Thursday, June 11, 2009 - 3:54 am
I wondered why it was only 6 episodes, unless the reasoning is behind whatever happens at this coming episode. I was thinking the same thing...
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Angelicfairies2
Member
07-19-2004
| Thursday, June 11, 2009 - 5:54 am
I think I read it was only 6 episodes because Bravo wanted to see the reaction to it.
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Marameko
Member
07-15-2002
| Thursday, June 11, 2009 - 6:12 am
Teresa cracks me up, she is a living Barbie doll. I have a cousin who is a lot like Teresa, but does not have as much money and is African American!
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Mistysmoke
Member
08-10-2001
| Thursday, June 11, 2009 - 7:35 am
I think Danielle's daughter sees how her mom's behavior isn't working for her and will be different. At least that is what I hope. I watch these shows (reality shows in general) because I really do like the psychology and sociology behind it all (Solitary, Big Brother, Survivor, etc). I can see things I would learn from each of these women for, some less than others but still. Danielle, I could learn about her fitness routine (and no I am not buying her fitness dvd), Caroline I would love to learn how to cook from her, Teresa, maybe I could learn how to relax and enjoy the moment, Dina, she obviously does well in business so I could learn about business from her, and Jacqueline I would love to learn how to have the patience she seems to have, she seems to be able to stay calm during issues with the kids or with other adults.
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Cricket
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08-05-2002
| Thursday, June 11, 2009 - 7:57 am
Mistysmoke stated: Cricket, my point was that in previous episodes they said they kept it in the family and then last night she said that she talked to family and friends about it. I can imagine that then the friends talked to other friends who talked to other friends etc. Ahh, I see what you are talking about, Mistysmoke. I still can't help but feel that Dina didn't really 'spread' gossip as much as discuss it when it came up. However, she became the target of Danielle's wrath, so it made Danielle a victim, which seems to be a role she loves. I have a hard time believing anything Danielle says because she keeps saying she knows these terrible things about Dina, but has yet to come up with anything. What confuses me so much is why Jacqueline didn't seem to know who was really spreading the gossip. I guess we don't see a lot of what goes on behind the scenes, so we'll never know for sure. To me Danielle seems to see Dina as blocking her from 'belonging' Jacqueline's in family. Heh, heh, she's not getting past Caroline neither, lol. Caroline hung up on her when she called her. Danielle needs to find other friends.
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Mistysmoke
Member
08-10-2001
| Thursday, June 11, 2009 - 8:10 am
Cricket I totally get what you mean about Danielle/Dina/Jacqueline. Danielle is not my favorite by far, she needs to go out and get a job, and work on herself before trying to find a man.
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Lexie_girl
Member
07-30-2004
| Thursday, June 11, 2009 - 1:02 pm
Angelic... did Bravo want to see the reaction to the series itself or the fight between the women and that's why they cut it down to six episodes?
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Scotchbright
Member
10-05-2006
| Thursday, June 11, 2009 - 1:26 pm
From watching the preview episode I thought I would dislike Dina, but I find her to be okay. Maybe it's because there is a definite person on the show I sincerely dislike (Danielle) and I'm comparing the two, but Dina seems okay to me. I think Jacqueline is a sincere, kind person who doesn't like to address drama or have to be outspoken about anything. She's too kind for her own good when it comes to her daughter and her relationship with Danielle. Danielle is a piece of work. As someone upthread stated, she's hooked on drama. If her life isn't falling apart around her, she's not doing something right. Ugg..she's hard to watch. I like Caroline and Teresa and their families. I think Caroline, Dina, Jacqueline and Teresa, plus their families, would be enough of a story for a second season. Please don't bring back Danielle!
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Lori32
Member
07-04-2008
| Thursday, June 11, 2009 - 1:31 pm
Shhhh Scotch!! They will hear you!! I can't stand Danielle either,but it makes for good tv..
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Scotchbright
Member
10-05-2006
| Thursday, June 11, 2009 - 1:46 pm
LOL Lori...perhaps. Maybe they'll transition Dina's friend Pam as the 5th housewife? She was in Atlantic City with them, maybe she can be involved instead of Danielle? I'm hoping that Danielle is a 1-hit wonder and now that her secrets are out, she's done. She needs counseling and time for herself and her daughters.
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Scotchbright
Member
10-05-2006
| Thursday, June 11, 2009 - 1:54 pm
Oh, on another note, I hope Jacqueline's scheduled delivery of her baby boy went well today! According her latest blog on Bravo, he was supposed to arrive today. 
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Costacat
Member
07-15-2000
| Thursday, June 11, 2009 - 2:38 pm
You know, you can have "good TV" without having all sorts of drama. Just once, I'd like to see a group of housewives who just genuinely get along and enjoy their lives. All of the HWs on this show except for Danielle would make a lovely show on their own. They could bring in one of Dina's friends, or Jacqueline's friends, someone without the propensity for drama that Danielle has, and I think the show would be just as enjoyable. Half the fun of watching this show is being a voyeur into their lives. That's enough for me, actually.
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Lori32
Member
07-04-2008
| Thursday, June 11, 2009 - 2:41 pm
Shoot,not me. I wanna see the villain.No fun watching if there isn't one..lol
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Costacat
Member
07-15-2000
| Thursday, June 11, 2009 - 4:32 pm
Aren't there enough shows where there is a villain?
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