Would you be a houseguest?
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Would you be a houseguest?
Rmgreco | Wednesday, September 20, 2000 - 02:27 pm  I could only do it if I could bring a walkman and Cds and was allowed 1 hour of privacy a day to restore myself. WAIT! Actually NO, I don't think i could do it. I couldnt go without my husband or sex for that long. And I couldnt go without talking to myself. I have a very rich inner life and have been known to act some scenes out whilst alone!! People would think I was nuts! Plus I'm a loner by nature and I enjoy my privacy. I'd go crazy in that house. |
Gwim | Wednesday, September 20, 2000 - 02:31 pm  When I was thinking about whether I could do it, I decided not because I love to talk to myself, and was also concerned that people would think I was nuts. I'm also an introvert, and I'm not shy about letting people know it when they're getting on my nerves. A little... anti-social. What the show needs is a few exhibitionists. |
Auntkk | Wednesday, September 20, 2000 - 02:32 pm  I have already posted above, but I agree with you, John, on the attractive thing. I have heard people refer to Jamie and Brit as being fat, and refer to Karen as Mr. Ed. While I totally disagree with this kind of Looks-Only bashing that some people engage in, I would be self conscious as well. We are not all size 4's. I would find it interesting for the casting to be done randomly, and without ever seeing people face to face. Of course, they would have to eliminate people with a criminal record, but you get the idea. Then we might just have a houseful of people that represent the average Joe or Jane. |
Nishy | Wednesday, September 20, 2000 - 04:10 pm  I'm married, with a kid so YES - WHAT A BREAK! okay, I'm kidding |
Flint | Wednesday, September 20, 2000 - 04:21 pm  Would you be a houseguest? Sure, only problem is that I am not a Yank. Would they pick me? I doubt it. And I would be bringing some good scotch and cuban cigars in with me. That's just ... My 2 cents. |
Mee | Wednesday, September 20, 2000 - 04:24 pm  No way. (Though, fifteen years ago, I would have already contacted CBS for an application.) Wouldn't do it now if the prize was 100 million dollars. |
Rwsbetter | Wednesday, September 20, 2000 - 04:32 pm  Flint, You're probably right, I think BB and Survivor are only for "Yanks." If you're young, you could be on Real World or Road Rules (or if you're very young you could be on Bug Juice or Totally Circus :)). Are you an Aussie? I think I'd do it, but I'd rather do Survivor. |
Flint | Wednesday, September 20, 2000 - 04:43 pm  Rwsbetter; I have maple syrup running through my veins. Which means I am a Canuck. ;) You are right though, I would rather do a Survivor type show. |
Chris | Wednesday, September 20, 2000 - 05:02 pm  Flint: maybe that explains the slowness in the winter |
Deebon | Wednesday, September 20, 2000 - 05:29 pm  If it weren't for the spouse and two rugrats that I have to take care of, I'd be a houseguest in a heartbeat. I don't care enough about others' opinions of me to change my opinions of myself, so the haters wouldn't get to me. If I could be a HG, I'd do it for the money all the way. The experience would be interesting -- neurosis and disfunctionality on a daily basis might have some value, but the money would be really nice. |
Voyeur | Thursday, September 21, 2000 - 11:14 am  I started off saying no way, but now... realistically I couldn't right now, I'd have to wait until my kids were old enough, about 10 years from now, I'd be 45 and who knows if BB will still be around or if they would take someone that old. |
Affinity | Thursday, September 21, 2000 - 11:24 am  Ha, look at all the Norgeeks calling us yanks, its so funny hahaha grow up |
Ryn | Thursday, September 21, 2000 - 11:26 am  This has ben asked before - but fun to see again. My answer before was no - and it is again. Not as much because I do not think i could handle living in a house like that, or mind if I was watched 24x7. But because of the attention it would bring to my family and heck, they would dig through MY past and find some kinda dirt to print. No thanks!!! |
Marymary | Thursday, September 21, 2000 - 11:38 am  Wow! I am surprised that so many people on these boards would consider being on a BB show. Just imagine about what people would be writing about you, picking apart your flaws, psychoanalyzing you, speculating about your spouses/ children/parents. Maybe it was something I would have done in my early 20's, but now that I am responsible for the well-being of other people I wouldn't consider it. I think the BB "experience" has probably been pretty hard on the families of the HGs, and very likely few (or none) of this first bunch realized it would be. |
Fruitbat | Thursday, September 21, 2000 - 12:04 pm  I would rather stick needles in my eyes. |
Bulltwinkle | Thursday, September 21, 2000 - 12:23 pm  I'd consider doing the show. Think they'd mind if I brought my drum, and howled at the moon? I'd could become the incredible booted after one episode HG. |
Adamblast | Thursday, September 21, 2000 - 12:23 pm  I would rather stick needles in Fruitbat's eyes. Actually, I'd do it. I may really apply, if there's a BB2 and I find out about the app procedure in time... I'm not doing anything right now I can't pick up again after a few months. I'm not afraid of any amount of bashing, and I have very little self-image to protect. Plus: no dependants or spouse whose life I might screw up... And while half-a-mil (pretaxes) doesn't seem much to some people here, it would sure change MY life radically. I'd jump at almost any (slim) chance for that kind of money. All that said, I doubt they'd be interested-- I'm 42 & gay, much like Richard (though marginally nicer, I hope.) Not exactly the CBS demographic--or someone likely to appeal to them, since I'm neither a major looker or an outlandish personality... |
Joynow98 | Thursday, September 21, 2000 - 12:25 pm  Doing the BB thing would be tempting. I wouldn't mind being in the house, but having the cameras on 24/7 would definitely get to me, and I would really hate the toilet and shower cam...that's too much! :D I think they should not be allowed to turn the cams on in the bathroom or shower unless more than one person enters the facility. But truly, I would get nominated so quickly and y'all would vote me out, and then I would have to come home and read how "trashed" I was on this board. :D A fun idea though would be to recruit the new HGs from this board (especially those that have been very vocal in their likes and dislikes). I would love to see how we would all act and be perceived after we so wholeheartedly commented on all the current HGs every little quirk. :D Talk about the shoe being on the other foot. :D That would be comedy. |
Joynow98 | Thursday, September 21, 2000 - 12:35 pm  Adam, your comment "I would rather stick needles in Fruitbat's eyes." is so funny! No offense, Fruitbat! :D Adam, while reading your post I was just about to accuse you of being Rich. I was going to ask you if you didn't have enough money for the time being or if you just wanted to treat more of humanity to your nudity. :D But I'm happy to hear that you are much nicer. |
2addicted2bb | Thursday, September 21, 2000 - 12:46 pm  LOL, I love this being back on, YES I would do it in a minute. I'm old enough, love my husband enough, and my kids are mature enough to handle it. Would my feelings get hurt by millions of chatters dissecting my face, my habits and my personality? NOT for a second, LOL, I love me and so does my family, that's who counts. Do I think I'd win the money..NO WAY..LOL...I'm sure I wouldn't stand chance, but hey, a two week vacation and $350 a week is more than I have now. |
Fruitbat | Thursday, September 21, 2000 - 01:13 pm  Adamblast LOL! They would scoop you up in a second! Richard was great TV. Every reality show wants a Richard. Should anyone on this board actually do this you must somehow work your user name into conversation , many times, so we will be alerted. |
Mysteri | Thursday, September 21, 2000 - 01:54 pm  I know some of you will quickly realize that I am a list type of person..so here goes Reason's I would go: 1. I'm a housewife - $350 a week is big money for me!! 2. I would jump at a break from the kids. 3. I would enjoy meeting new people. 4. Modesty is really not an issue with me, so the cameras don't faze me at all. 5. I deal with stress rather well. Reason's I won't go: 1. I'm in charge of the household, who would do it if I left? Not my hubby, In his words - he works so I can take care of the house. 2. A break is nice, but 3 months away from my 3 young children seems more like abandonment to me. 3. Marriage vows are very important to me and I would be a B**** from H*** if I went 3 months with no sex. I don't even want to think about how my hubby gets just on the weeks when I'm "indisposed" 4.*sigh* I know I'm not modest, but after three children, my body is not what it used to be. 5. I would drive everyone nuts with my cleaning habits. (Remember Brittany's cleaning of the kitchen?) That is every other day in my house. Well it looks even, but the no's are far more potent in my book. Guess I won't be filling out that application |
Hanahsgram | Thursday, September 21, 2000 - 07:22 pm  I think it would be interesting to have the opportunity to be on BB. But I don't understand how people can just put their lives on hold for up to three months....what about their jobs, their bills, their obligations? If I could figure out a way to keep my job, have someone else pay my mortgage and take care of my dog, I might just consider it. |
Vinpur | Thursday, September 21, 2000 - 07:46 pm  Why didn't they make it more down to earth, back to nature? Having to do your laundry by hand seems to be outweighed by having a swimming pool. This is not that hard. What's the use? Have it more like survivor only with a log cabin in the Rockies. Where if you dug up the garden you'd go alittle hungry. ?? Also longer for more money. |
Joni | Friday, September 22, 2000 - 12:39 am  I would do it.. The last two years I have auditioned for the Real world and have had an online journal for over a year now (www.theunrealworld.com) but there would be two things that would be hard.. No computer, no writing. I have to be able to put my thoughts down But I love being open so I would tell all.. I would sit them down on the first nite and tell them all the bad things that they might hear.. then just enjoy myself |
Psuedome | Friday, September 22, 2000 - 05:33 am  I would do it in a heartbeat, for both the money and the experience. If there is another show I hope I find out in time to apply. I am a single mom and have already discussed arrangements for my daughter if there is another BB and if I (by some miracle) were chosen. I kinda see myself as a bit of each of the current HGs all in one body, and I think I am strong enough to handle the stress while in the house and the (15 min.) aftermath. Hopefully you'll all see me (or a reasonable facsimile thereof) on the next season. |
Dpmd | Sunday, October 01, 2000 - 07:02 am  I submitted my name for BB2, yes I wold be a houseguest. $350 a week for being in a house, with a chance to win $500K. The only thing that owuld be better is if my girlfrend was in the house as well. |
Laetitia | Sunday, October 01, 2000 - 08:30 am  Dpmd: I don't know if I could be parted from my sweetie for 3 whole months, even for $500,000. Would be afraid to take the chance. But, I guess if we could be in the house together, it would be an exciting ride.  |
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