The Bachelor 20 - Ben Higgins - NO SPOILERS - Discussion

@sophienette
I LOVEDthat video. It really should go viral.

SafronSahara wrote:I felt the dinner conversation between Caila and Ben was just a talk to warn him "I'm gonna bounce at some point so heads up". Or she could be angling for  ETTE position.

That conversation validated the speculations about her authenticity. She DID reveal that she broke up with a guy she was "almost" engaged to to come meet Ben. That puts the consideration out there of.... what is her agenda? Does she have a tendency to be a serial dater whose always looking for something better?

As soon as Leah started badmouthing Lauren B., we all knew she was done. Don't diss the obvious favorite.

@safronsahara You nailed that one. If she genuinely wanted Ben to give her a chance, why not make herself the topic of conversation. A positive intel flow of why she should stay and how she felt would have been much much better. Pouty and vindictive does not win the day. "I look like a fool." Well you came to be on the Bachelor...what did you expect?.  

The soccer group date was when I saw who Olivia is beyond the Cameron Diaz exterior. She was the geeky try hard in elementary school. She's since blossomed into a beautiful woman but at her core she's still insecure and socially awkward.

Her opening moment with Ben was somewhat genuine. But her comments afterwards were a bravado that she's learned to use well. Probably from past experience. But she still comes off as feeling entitled and willing to manipulate everything for her own benefit. There's more to the dislike for her then just not participating in doing each others' nails and hair. There's a tunnel vision there that is unsettling. Olivia's will probably serve her well in her career, but not in a relationship. trying to be in total control of another human being is not beneficial to either party involved. I was glad that they did not drag out her scene on the beach. I felt like, give the girl some dignity. Sweetie, stop basing your love life on romance novels.  :pullouthair:

Jen was the one who got the short end of the stick in this episode. Her exit was crisp. She was probably glad to go, even though leaving friends would be hard.

Caila was warning Ben at their dinner. "My biggest fear is that I can't totally, completely fall in love with somebody."  I agree with others who think she's angling for ETTE. Her enunciation delivery, and facial expressions were more like watching someone deliver a well rehearsed speech, or trying to concentrate on script lines during an audition. From the beginning bio video, with her stating she'd dumped someone she was "almost" engaged to, she's come across as a serial dater. That girl whose always looking for the next best thing with a new guy. Addiction to butterflies only brings a sad life. I hope she proves that observation wrong.   It ain't Shakespeare sweetie pie, it's BEN!!!

Lauren H elimination was no surprise. They never got out of friend zone. She seemed to be the one who was the Mommy in the house.  

I am predicting that Emily will be one of the next ones to go. She just isn't ready.  

I always like Jojo's approach to things. She's there for Ben when he needs someone to talk to, the sparks are there too. She's down to earth and real with him and I really hope she's Ben's final choice. But if that finale preview is correct, (not just an edited leading us down the primrose path), I just don't see Jojo as someone who would be willing to co-date.    

Lauren B got a taste of not being so sure about her position. I felt sorry for her. But I also think there needs to be INTELLIGENT conversation between Ben and her. It's more about hormones then common sense with them. Yes, the hubba hubba and ooohhh lah lah is important, but what happens when the real world has to be dealt with?

Ben!!! get tougher!!! I get that you want to find a wife within these girls. But your comment that you might end this with nothing....means it's time to use your BIG head. Time for flow charts and that does not mean for birth control.

Thanks guys, was it posted here?

sophienette wrote:Thanks guys, was it posted here?

I went to your blog to see it.

Here it is for anyone else: http://sophienettejc.thedeadone.net/2016/02/08/the-bachelor-2016-season-20-likes-video/

Ok - about to sit and watch the next dramatic instalment of Days of our Lives - oops - I mean The Bachelor.

To be honest its all getting a bit much - once Olivia goes I hope we get to see more love story and less drama. This might be my last US show that I watch unless Becca or JoJo are the next Bachelorette - then maybe?

Emily's being catty again - This girl has really got in in for Olivia - she's coming across as petty and jealous.

Olivia - "I want to talk smart... things" - yeah that's real smart!

Olivia still has the rose!

Leah's dress is amazing - she looks fab in that green.

Jens has gone - not surprised at all. Shame it wasn't Miss whiney pants Emily.

Preview for rest of episode - Yipppeeee....more crying! Just what I love

Caila - again? Leah is pissed - I would be as well - why has he not organised a date with Leah? She's just spinning her wheels.

Caila has a banging body and fabulous hair! Enjoy it while it lasts Caila because after a few children everything's a little saggier and baggier and patterned with stretch marks.

Yuck - wouldn't kiss that fish. Eat it yes :Nod: - kiss it no

Hmmm... I feel like Caila's conversation with Ben has gone over my head. I don't understand what she is trying to say. That speech seems rehearsed.

Caila - That speech?!?!?! - you "feel" this and you "feel" that.

- me, well, I just "feel" confused.

preview again.

Pigs?!?!? Anyone remember the scene in the movie Red Dragon?

Oh - the pigs - hilarious!

I'm laughing so hard I've had to cross my legs so I don't pee my pants!

JoJo is definitely a sounding board for Ben. Hope she isn't get put into the friend zone.

Leah is pouting and sulking. He's just not that into you sorry Leah so its best to move on. At this stage I would show some self respect and self eliminate.

Cocktail party - It's all a bit subdued.

Becca - good on you for being honest. I like her.

Amanda... yawn.... she's so boring.

Leah - what are you talking about? You are lying!

Ben - why are you mentioning this? Don't say anything! Its going to cause problems and muck up your relationship with LB.

Poor LB - she thought they were all friends and Leah has stabbed her in the back!

Leah! Liar liar pants on fire!