Ashley Hebert's Blogs - Discussion - Spoilers

Kelad9 wrote:

noobsleuth wrote:Blog seemed short this week. Probably busy doing other things this weekend. Maybe JP gave it a quick spell check/proof read before she submitted it. LOL

Either that or she really didn't want to give away the feelings we know she has for JP. I bet she could probably write more than a paragraph or two on JP once she gets started. That way game would be up as for unspoiled viewers. :giggle:

I have to say that Ryan's return was a huge surprise, but I certainly understood why he felt the need to come back. When I said goodbye to Ryan, I felt uncertain about my decision and I think he sensed that. I can see how it just didn't make sense because I never really voiced any true concerns with him. So much was going through my mind at this point that I knew I would have to take some time and think about his return. Once I was able to spend time with each of the remaining guys, I knew that I had found what I was looking for within them. So, once again I had to say goodbye to Ryan. Saying goodbye a second time was not much different than the first. It broke my heart.

JBanana wrote:

I have to say that Ryan's return was a huge surprise, but I certainly understood why he felt the need to come back. When I said goodbye to Ryan, I felt uncertain about my decision and I think he sensed that. I can see how it just didn't make sense because I never really voiced any true concerns with him. So much was going through my mind at this point that I knew I would have to take some time and think about his return. Once I was able to spend time with each of the remaining guys, I knew that I had found what I was looking for within them. So, once again I had to say goodbye to Ryan. Saying goodbye a second time was not much different than the first. It broke my heart.

not that it really matters.. but this is wrong. She only spent time with two of the guys before sending Ryan home, because she told JP about it on his date.

Kelad9 wrote:

JBanana wrote:

I have to say that Ryan's return was a huge surprise, but I certainly understood why he felt the need to come back. When I said goodbye to Ryan, I felt uncertain about my decision and I think he sensed that. I can see how it just didn't make sense because I never really voiced any true concerns with him. So much was going through my mind at this point that I knew I would have to take some time and think about his return. Once I was able to spend time with each of the remaining guys, I knew that I had found what I was looking for within them. So, once again I had to say goodbye to Ryan. Saying goodbye a second time was not much different than the first. It broke my heart.

not that it really matters.. but this is wrong. She only spent time with two of the guys before sending Ryan home, because she told JP about it on his date.

that was very telling that she had an opportunity to tell Ben about it but according to edit she didn't. It's possible she might have and it just got put out on the editing floor. She only told JP about Ryan's return according to edit.

Bula! It's time for Fiji! Fiji is my destination dream come true, and what better way to experience it than hoping it will be the ending, or better yet, the beginning, to my love story. Fiji is made up of hundreds of beautiful volcanic islands and we started our journey in Savusavu, on Vanua Levu. This island is considered the hidden jewel of Fiji and it is truly a gem with its untouched mountains and lush landscapes. When flying in on the seaplane (yeah, talk about conquering your fear of flying!), I was excited about what this final destination would bring. I arrived at the world famous Namale Resort and Spa, Fiji's number one luxury romantic hotel. They rolled out the red carpet for me and I felt like I had arrived at my own private paradise. Seriously, I couldn't believe I had that bure (Fijian word for a wood and straw hut, or a cabin) all to myself! I even had my own pool off of my bedroom. Namale is one of the most beautiful and tranquil resorts I've ever seen, and being greeted by live musicians and singers was so cool. I knew Fiji was going to be the perfect place to fall in love and end my journey.

I was ready for my first date with Ben and I couldn't wait to get out onto that breathtaking turquoise water. Little did I know I would be entertaining a surprise visitor before heading out! When I did finally meet up with Ben, I arranged for a luxury yacht to take us out for the day. We were both so excited to get some time out there on those beautiful Fijian waters. The colors of the ocean are so incredible there, and the water is so warm it doesn't seem real. Ben is the perfect person to share an adventure with, so our captain took us to one of the best snorkeling spots in the world. Fiji is considered the soft coral capital of the world, offering a diverse array of marine life like I've never seen. I have fear of fish touching me (yes, I know, a little weird!), but I got over that pretty quickly when I saw the most vibrant fish of every neon color you could think of. I felt like we were in another world! The sunset boat ride home was stunning and romantic and as the night fell into darkness the sky lit up with twinkling stars.

We went back to Namale for dinner on the beach. The air was warm, and the company perfect. It couldn't have been more romantic. Ben accepted the fantasy suite card and I was so looking forward to having some time alone with him in a romantic and private setting. Nestled atop volcanic rock, the expansive suite just took my breath away. We snuck outside for a sexy dip in the private infinity pool. I could hear the ocean waves crashing on the beach in the distance. So romantic! Now I know why Namale is the number one honeymoon destination in Fiji!

After a great first date swimming out on the ocean waters, I was ready for a totally different kind of adventure. So Constantine and I took to the sky to check out Fiji via helicopter! If you want to get a great view of the majestic coral reefs and stunning coastlines that make Fiji so beautiful, helicopter is the way to go. It was Constantine's first time in a helicopter, and only my second (you might remember the first time!), and it was just so much fun to experience that rush with him. We took the chopper (love that word) to Taveuni, the garden island of Fiji. Just when I thought Fiji couldn't get more beautiful, it did. Just after touching down, we came across a cascading waterfall. And considering how hot it was that day, I thought what better way to cool off than to jump from the ledge into the cool freshwater below. We swam across and picnicked on the bank there with the waterfall just behind us. It was such a romantic spot to just relax and talk about, well, us. We headed back to Namale for dinner on a beautiful wooden deck nestled into the trees just off the beach. I was really hoping that things would come together for me and Constantine, but it just wasn't meant to be. I was disappointed, but I took the night to just reflect on everything that had taken place that week. That time really helped me get some clarity on how I was feeling about the guys, and allowed me to do what I needed to do before my next date. It was hard saying goodbye to Ryan, but it was the right thing to do. He's such a great guy, just not my great guy!

It seemed like forever since I had last seen JP, and I really would have been happy doing anything with him that day, but I also really wanted to do something special with him. JP and I hopped aboard a seaplane and flew over to Dragon Island, where we had the entire island to ourselves. A hot guy, on a private island, in a tropical Fijian paradise--what more could you ask for?

JP and I then headed to the picturesque Koro Sun Resort for a romantic dinner. We were surrounded by fresh flowers, glowing tiki torches, and the lush Fijian vegetation. It felt like we were practically in the middle of the jungle there! I was nervous to tell JP about Ryan returning, but he took it so well, just as he did when I told him about Bentley returning back in Hong Kong. After our great conversation, JP and I made our way to the fantasy suite, which was an intimate tree house perched high above the resort and overlooking the ocean. To put it simply, it was spectacular. And what happened that night with JP? I'll never tell!

I had an amazing week on the island of Vanua Levu, and the rose ceremony was so important to me. With Constantine leaving and having to say goodbye to Ryan a second time, the week was full of emotions. Luckily, the beautiful blue waters of Fiji always seemed to calm me and having our rose ceremony on a platform overlooking the ocean was the perfect setting (even if it was raining!). JP and Ben both accepted the roses, and with the most important week of my life still ahead of me, I was looking forward to the guys meeting my family. No one can help you make a big decision like family, right?

And what happened that night with JP? I'll never tell!

And what happened that night with JP? I'll never tell!

JBanana wrote:

And what happened that night with JP? I'll never tell!

Oh, Ash! After writing that, you pretty much don't have to!