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7/7: Newnan’s “Bachelorette” DeAnna Pappas finds “man of her dreams”
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Upfront, I have to say these dating shows, especially the “Bachelor” and “Bachelorette” series, makes me feel kind of queasy inside. And definitely not in a good way. The journey is why viewers watch these shows, not the results (which seldom end well after the show is over.). Some find the fantasy exhilarating, captivating and romantic. Maybe it’s a gender thing, but I find it sickening, histrionic and when not feeling ill, just plain boring.
But alas, sweetie pie DeAnna Pappas (pronounce it De-ahhhna, not De-ANN-a) is from metro Atlanta so I feel an obligation as a TV writer to suck it up and take one for the home team. I barely got through last week’s show and am now about to embark on a two-hour trip through the hell that is the “Bachelorette” finale.
For those who don’t need to read any more, she picked Jessie, the cool snowboarder, and rejected earnest single dad Jason. She now says she’s engaged with him. We’ll see if they ultimately follow through with a wedding.
“I’m so in love with her,” Jessie said. “She’s my soul mate.”
She gives him the rose at 9:58 p.m. and I’m so glad it’s over. Wedding date: May 9, 2009.
“My connection with him is so strong,” she said. “I feel like I cannot live without him. I can definitely see Jessie by my side the rest of my life. I see a life that is full of love, excitement. He’s someone who gets me. He’s someone who makes me a better person.”
She told Jason in the post-show interview, that she made her decision close to the end of the process. “It had nothing to do with the fact you have a son,” she said. She said she was falling in love with him but wasn’t “in love.”
Going back to the beginning, we hear endless declarations of happiness and love from both guys. Endless!
Hey, at least we get to see scenes from Newnan! Her home is very suburban, very pleasant. “When I brought Brad home. everyone was completely accepting and thought we were going to be together,” she said.
“It completely crushed and crushed our family,” said DeAnna’s sister Chrissy.
“I want to be in love,” said DeAnna.
I was out and just got home. It’s now 9:40 p.m. and I’m on the DVR at 8:15 p.m. So I’m going to fastforward to the results, then backtrack. Or maybe not. Am I really missing anything?
I watch her reject Jason, the single father. “You have no idea how much I care about you,” she said. “I know my life would always be good for you. I’d always be safe and depend on you. Although I’m falling in love with you, I’m in love with somebody else.” Smack!
He’s shocked but doesn’t seem as devastated as Jeremy last week. “Why me?” he opines. “I was so ready to be in love again.” For TV purposes, the guy is a bore so no loss in that sense.
“I don’t wish pain on this on anybody,” Jason said in the post-show special.
Since she was rejected by Brad Womack a few months ago, she noted, “I know how he feels leaving.” Shoe’s in the other fit—but that’s because of the way the show is structured. In real life, she probably wouldn’t have led Jason along like that but she had no choice. The show requires a choice at the end and a rejection like that.
Jessie, the snowboarder, is the man. She opted for more adventure, the wild card, turned down the safer bet. I certainly like him more.
Comments
By Whatever
July 7, 2008 9:48 PM | Link to this
Hey Rodney you are not missing much. DeAnna just picked a boy…. This will end up in the same secenario as the rest of these shows… They will date for a hot minute and then split up. Jessie is not ready for marriage… I wonder if he can even tie his shoes. I know her parents must be disappointed…..
By QUE
July 7, 2008 10:04 PM | Link to this
What a useless BROAD.. Way to lead on the single father(Jason). Way to keep him away from his son, leading him on all the way to the end!! Gee I hope you enjoy your two minutes of fame with the surfer-snowboarding DUDE!!!
Although, you hope to be the next Trista and Ryan love story, YOU WILL NOT!!! Enjoy your dude.. It will not last!!!
By Not Surprised
July 7, 2008 10:32 PM | Link to this
There’s a shock. The woman turns down the man for the boy. Jesse seems like a good guy…with his head in the clouds. Nice job by the way, leading on Jason and keeping him away from his son for all that time. Can I get that 2 hours of my life back that my wife made me waste watching that drivel! I imagine that her dad is real happy right now.
By Whatever
July 7, 2008 10:35 PM | Link to this
The ABC message boards are ripping her a new one….. She made a huge mistake… I hope she stops saying she is from Georgia……
By Sarah
July 7, 2008 10:37 PM | Link to this
It won’t last 6 months. She picked on of the lamest men.
By ray
July 7, 2008 10:41 PM | Link to this
I am so discusted with her, she is a fake and picked a fake who was only in it for the win, he will go back to his young airhead girlfriends and uncommited life and DeAnna will be alone and hurt just like she left Jason, she really fooled the viewers into thinking she was out for true love, she would have had that with Jason, but now she will get the heart break thats comming to her with Jessie. I WILL NEVER WATCH THAT SHOW AGAIN TO SEE SOMEONE LAY THE HURT ON ANOTHER PERSON LIKE WHAT SHE DID TO JASON, SHE’S A SKANK.
By sue
July 7, 2008 10:43 PM | Link to this
Since the first episode when Jessie came out of the limo with that crazy jacket, I was in love with him and felt he was your “sole mate”. I saw the episode when you were on Ellen and she made a comment about liking the guy with the kid I thought maybe you had picked him. YEAH GIRL! You have picked the BEST! God bless you, I look forward to the wedding invitation! sue
By Marva
July 7, 2008 10:47 PM | Link to this
I have watched this show from the day Brad rejected Deanna and I never in my wildest dream thought that a person like Deanna would have fell for a guy like Jesse.. I meam this guy is a “snow boarder” Get real.. There is no future in that!! She is excited with what he does and not him! I do not see the wedding I give them 4 months tops and she will be back on a show, HOW IT DID NOT WORK OUT!!!@@! I am very dissappointed she chose Jesse…
By jen
July 7, 2008 10:48 PM | Link to this
im so sad for jason he would have been perfect jeremy would have been good too and he was truly upset when he was let go im over this show
By redhead
July 7, 2008 10:54 PM | Link to this
Hi Rodney, love your column, but ye gads, sorry you had to watch that drivel! Your bosses need to give you an el primo assignment to make up for this…
By sue
July 7, 2008 10:56 PM | Link to this
Poor Ray - you are a sad person! maybe you should get in touch with Jason - after this show I would bet he has had lots of women to date and he too will find love! Good luck to you, you need it.
By sarah
July 7, 2008 10:57 PM | Link to this
sounds like infatuation to me but who am I to judge. I hope she is happy.I just do not think that he is ready for the commitment that she is looking for.
By sue
July 7, 2008 10:59 PM | Link to this
Poor Ray - you are a sad person! maybe you should get in touch with Jason - after this show I would bet he has had lots of women to date and he too will find love! Good luck to you, you need it.
By overit
July 7, 2008 10:59 PM | Link to this
She’s a moron!!
And they set a date…May 9, 2009
By How about this idea
July 7, 2008 11:00 PM | Link to this
Let’s do a Bachelorette show with a forty something single mom with a few extra pounds. Let’s find her some love instead of these Barbie Dolls.Have her bring some of her girl friends along on the set and do a group vote a la survivor complete with reviews of each guy. Thow in some wine too.
Now THAT would be some good tv!
By Shirleen
July 7, 2008 11:02 PM | Link to this
I thought that she would pick him because the other guy would have been the obvious choice.
Does anyone know if the final couple still receives 1 million dollars??? As they did on the first couple of seasons???
Curious, there is no mention of it for several years now.
By Karen
July 7, 2008 11:04 PM | Link to this
I can hardly believe she picked Jesse. I just knew Jason was the one for her. I hope she has made the best choice for her and when she’s living under a bridge with the Snow Border husband she’ll be thinkig of Jason hey maybe even Graham.
By Estela
July 7, 2008 11:17 PM | Link to this
I believe that she made the biggest mistake of her life. This wont last. You will see. Then ABC can stop picking these people that break their hearts. (Meaning Jason) If feel so bad for him. And to say that Jesse and Her will have him as a best friend forever is B.S.!!!!
By Amanda
July 7, 2008 11:17 PM | Link to this
The problem isn’t who she picked - it’s just the fact that the supposed love story wasn’t shown at all in this whole series. First it was Jeremy, then Graham, then Jason … Jesse didn’t really fit into anything. I give it a couple weeks/months … then they will “grow apart,” like the rest of the couples.
By waytogo
July 7, 2008 11:17 PM | Link to this
I think she made the right choice. I could see the love in both of their eyes. I wouldn’t call a 26 year old man a boy! So big deal, he likes the fun and action of snowboarding. She went with her heart, why should she choose someone she didn’t love. I think they make a very cute couple. He’s a nice young man and I would be proud to call him my son-in-law as I’m sure her Father feels, he sees his daughters happiness and knows the man she choose makes her happy.
By Leanan
July 7, 2008 11:18 PM | Link to this
I didn’t think Jessie is ready for marriage. However, when I saw them together after the proposal, I knew why she chose him. They look alike (kinda dorky) together. I don’t mean it in a negative way; I’m just saying that it looks like both of them get from this relationship what they want, and they look really happy together. Not sure though they will get married. What does he do besides snowboarding? Does it even pay the bills? What will he do next?
By no-one
July 7, 2008 11:22 PM | Link to this
Oh come on people! It’s her life! I think Jesse is cool!! And Jason knew there was a CHANCE he wouldn’t be chosen in the end. He DID know he was on a TV show called “The Bachlorette”!!!! GEE WHIZ!
By stacy
July 7, 2008 11:23 PM | Link to this
poor deanna is blinded by stupid teenager ‘love’. within a year she’ll be so sick of his crazyness that she’ll have to be the one leaving. so much for may 9th, they wont make it!
By Estela
July 7, 2008 11:24 PM | Link to this
I believe that she made the biggest mistake of her life. This wont last. You will see. Maybe now ABC can stop picking these people that break other people’s hearts. (Meaning Jason) I feel so bad for him. And to say that you and Jesse will have him as a great friend forever is B.S.!!!! Please DeAnna Please stay away from him you have made his life a living hell. He is better off without both of you. Stay away from him and his adorable son. You will regret your decision for the rest of your life!!!!
By waytogo
July 7, 2008 11:28 PM | Link to this
no-one, you are so right, Jason knew it was a TV show, it was his choice to leave his son to go see if he could find love, he didn’t so everyone get over it. Jesse is who she fell in love with and that’s who she choose….good luck both of you
By nwdnanny
July 7, 2008 11:31 PM | Link to this
I think the 2 deserve each other…NO CLASS at all. Their engagement won’t survive until May 9, 2009. Interesting how Jesse never answered Deanna’s dad’s question as to what he would be doing when he was too old to snowboard. Maybe he fears he will have to support them, as I can’t see Jesse swooshing down the slopes at 60 and making a living at it. Truthfully, I hope Jason finds a really great wife who will realize what a “catch” he is. When you look at the % of these relationships that don’t survive, Jason and Jeremy are better off without her.
By sue
July 7, 2008 11:31 PM | Link to this
Sorry “How about this idea” although I would be there with you in the limo, it is not what pays the bills. Maybe we could shoot for “independently owned stations” LOL!
overit, I am sad that you have to send the same email over 20 times. why be so angry over something you have no control over! Bet you have lots of love around you that you do not see. Life is too short to be so serious about what hurt you in the past! God Bless!
By Helen
July 7, 2008 11:37 PM | Link to this
Don’t tell me Deanna’s severe lack of class didn’t just wreck the ratings for every bachelor or bachelorette to come. I know that after watching every single one, I’m done. When a show allows some selfish woman to keep a man away from his son, and don’t say she didn’t lead him on to think it would be worth it in the end, well, now I finally know that this show and network are trashy.
By waytogo
July 7, 2008 11:42 PM | Link to this
How about this idea,,,I think they did that,,,it lasted for about one season…boring!
By MJ
July 7, 2008 11:43 PM | Link to this
I disagree completely with most posters….I think Deanna DID find her soulmate in Jesse. A number of weeks ago, she made a comment that she was first of all friends with Jesse and every time she saw him, the feelings grew stronger. I knew then and there that she’d probably end up with him. More than that…I think Jesse and she will probably wed - you can tell by the visit made to his home that he’s not JUST a “dude”…he teaches snowboarding to children - moreover, his parents have a love story of their own that was shared. As for Jason…he will likely be the next Bachelor….they certainly set him up for it tonight!
By sue
July 7, 2008 11:44 PM | Link to this
sucks that sicko’s are allowed to be a part of this blog.
By waytogo
July 7, 2008 11:50 PM | Link to this
All of you people are so pathetic and two-faced,,,you talk about how she hurt Jason’s feelings..how the hell do you think DeAnna and Jesse are going to feel after reading all your snide, pathetic, jealous, cruel, insensative remarks. I’m sure they will be hurt too. She made her choice, and I do have to say it was a good one, so back off and keep your low life comments to yourself.
By tellingitlikeitis
July 7, 2008 11:56 PM | Link to this
My opinion: long-term she made the wrong choice and chose the wrong guy. She basically chose adventure and excitement over a family guy and someone who was really ready to settle down and get married. There’s actually a lesson in this for you guys. I agree with some other posters here - her family is probably a bit disappointed, but will probably not say so of course
By Confused
July 7, 2008 11:57 PM | Link to this
Okay, I’m still shocked!! And just so I’m clear I will state that yes my pick for DeAnna was Jason by a land slide. But having said that, I believe that we see what the show would like us to see. DeAnna chose Jesse which was a complete shock to me as I never at any point saw a connection between the 2 of them other than a respect and a friendship, but definately not a romantic one. The episodes of the show that aired always leaned in Jasons favour. I have no issue with Jesse, I think he’s totally “RAD” but I think the show or network should start showing us as the viewers the real relationships and not have them spliced to favour one over the next!! I hope that it was real for DeAnna and that they will be happy together but I can’t help to feel that I was left not believing the intimate connection between the 2 of them at the final reunion. For the first time I felt that DeAnna was acting and that it was completely forced. Just my opinion. I do wish them the best and Jason good luck and just wait cuz you will definately have no issues in finding your true soulmate…and for the record your ex-wife seems like a piece of work…!!
By Angie
July 7, 2008 11:58 PM | Link to this
First of all, JASON chose to be on the show and be away from his son. It is not DeAnna’s fault! DeAnna deserves happiness and if it is with Jesse, good for them. It is really none of our business and we certainly did not have to watch it. I am very happy for them whether it last one month or forever. Much happiness DeAnna and Jesse. Now, ABC, please bring Graham or Jeremy on as the next bachelor, preferably Graham!
By Connie in Houston
July 7, 2008 11:58 PM | Link to this
Gee, I wonder who is going to pay the taxes on all of these great “gifts” that were handed out? Not to mention Jesse’s “snowboarding expenses” for competition. Then there is the cost of a wedding in the Bahamas. Lord, I guess ABC gave them the honeymoon (something that is the cost of the groom) with a possible fear that Jesse couldn’t afford the honeymoon. I haven’t watched all of the seasons but has anyone been given a honeymoon? I didn’t see that with Matt and Shayne…but then they can afford to pay for their own wedding and honeymoon. So much for a fairytale love story..I think she got the frog that DOESN’T turn into a prince..
As a mature, married woman..best wishes to all you single ladies out there who are going to meet these great guys (Jeremy and Jason) that have been sent home..
By latrecia
July 8, 2008 12:04 AM | Link to this
I am still dissappointed that she let Graham who I believe was her true love go. Since she pick Jessie I hope for her sake that this works out for them
By Maruca
July 8, 2008 12:05 AM | Link to this
I can’t believe that she picked Jesse,she obviously does not know what she wants, this guy can not give her a family let alone support her, I think she will be supporting him, what a waist of time this season has been. She should have picked Jason he was the perfect person for her, but again maybe Jason is better off without her. This won’t last very long.
By bootyman
July 8, 2008 12:22 AM | Link to this
She has nice boobs too. Boobs.
By Marilyn
July 8, 2008 12:26 AM | Link to this
They may love each other, but love doesn’t pay the bills. He seems to have no other means of support other than snowboarding. They had quite a fantasy in the dating…is DeAnna able to go back to such a simplistic life with Jesse as that seems to be the kind of life he leads. I don’t think she can…he doesn’t seem to have many plans for the future. Good luck to both…hope it works.
By Krisorado
July 8, 2008 12:43 AM | Link to this
What can I say? DeAnna chose a guy that lives and breathes and in the the GREAT State of Colorado. Also, some of you on this blog really need to learn how to spell. Leave them alone…all Jason boy was looking for was a “mama” for his boy. I wouldn’t have accepted his baggage either over a “rad” snowboarder from Breckenridge. If you have never been there, then don’t knock it. I hope to see the couple there next time I’m on the slopes. ROCK ON!!!
By as
July 8, 2008 12:45 AM | Link to this
Don’t worry about Jason. I’m sure that love will follow him for the rest of his life. He is a doll!
By Chris
July 8, 2008 12:46 AM | Link to this
Some of you are freaking clueless.
Jason was so freaking fake it was disgusting. You could see it the way he treid to suck up to her Grandparents.
Jesse was the only person I saw who was himself.
It’s hilarious so many of you think Jesse is some broke snowboarder. I gurantee you he makes more as a pro snowboarder than Jason does as an account executive. “Account Executive” is a job title for unestablished sales professional.
Most of you should learn a thing or 2 about the real world and not judging by mis-informed pre-concieved notions.
By theresa
July 8, 2008 12:57 AM | Link to this
the fact of the matter is that she found her DeAnna founded her soulmate and that is Jesse. That is deep to me
By eli zaffaroni
July 8, 2008 1:01 AM | Link to this
she is so selfabsorbed and everytime she hurts a guy she cries and talks about her broken heart and her pain
By Glenda Holloway
July 8, 2008 1:44 AM | Link to this
I can’t believe DeAnna picked that long-haired jerk! … but Jason was too good for her. She wasn’t in his league at all in my opinion. He will be quite a catch for some really great gal. DeAnna should go into acting, she is really good with those tears. Jason may feel terrible now but he will thank his lucky stars when he does meet that great gal he will eventually meet.
I’ve got a bet going they will not be together by next May 2009, not even until Christmas 2008!
By melia233
July 8, 2008 1:56 AM | Link to this
I hate people who judge Deanna. I’m not saying I like her or dislike her. I don’t her. The Bachelorette is filmed over 6 weeks. We only see a small fraction of everything that goes on. Whether Deanna chose the right person or not we will never know. The show is reality for Deanna, but only entertainment for us.
By FIFI
July 8, 2008 2:53 AM | Link to this
This stuff is all scripted! It has to be…people would be punching each other out, wouldn’t they? Everyone looks so much like actors, that it makes me know “reality” isn’t even a small part of these type of shows!! All us women would have picked Jason…I KNEW for the ratings…she’d pick Jesse!!
By KJ
July 8, 2008 3:36 AM | Link to this
I think a lot of you are being really unfair to Deanna, and Jesse. Why so much hatred for two people you don’t even know? How do you know what’s right for Deanna? How much can you ever really know about two people whose lives you’ve merely glimpsed through the lens of a reality show’s editing team? What you see (a reality show, heavily edited) is what you get (a reality show, heavily edited). They sure looked happy to me tonight. Why can’t you all just be happy for them?
So Deanna’s emotional, and Jesse doesn’t have a career plan yet. Who cares?! I’ve known plenty of people who were both, who turned out great. They’re both 26 for goodness sakes, leave them be. I thought both of them were way more sincere, heartfelt, and down-to-earth than your average reality show character. I have two final comments.
Deanna, and all 25 guys, knew what they were getting into: a reality show that’s edited to make the ending—a choice between two men—as suspenseful as possible. Thus, Deanna didn’t “keep Jason away” from his son. Jason made the choice to go on the show!
Each one of you reveals your own values when you declare who Deanna should have chosen, and why. Some of you who think she should have chosen Jason because he could have better “provided” for her probably value more traditional, predictable mates. Those of you who are happy that she chose Jesse probably value more adventurous, non-traditional mates. The moral of the story? Don’t project your values on to other people. Unless you can back them up with good, sound reasons. Simple as that.
By Sherie Ledbetter
July 8, 2008 4:01 AM | Link to this
I think Jesse is a doll. Maybe she wants adventure in life and not a ready made family…someone she can grow with. After all, it’s her life and her decision.
By Nikki
July 8, 2008 4:09 AM | Link to this
I love Jesse and I love DeAnna and I’m so happy she picked him! I do think however that she should not have kept someone like Jason with all his baggage until the end if she was not going to pick him. He deserved better than that. It wasn’t the same as letting go any other bachelor because he had so much more to reject.
Anyways, Jason will find a great girl because he’s amazing. And I think DeAnna picked the right man.
By Jesse is REAL and RAD
July 8, 2008 4:29 AM | Link to this
The first real match. Jesse’s the man. Perfect and now we’re… Waiting for the wedding show.
Jason’s a boy with a boy, And a TOTAL PHONEY.
By What?
July 8, 2008 4:57 AM | Link to this
You’re frick’n kidding me! What every woman wants..an immature male with a solid “career.” I hope she has a solid job to provide for him. This was Jessie’s “first love” had he every dated before? Best of luck-you’re going to need it. Jason should be the next bachelor.
By Jim
July 8, 2008 5:14 AM | Link to this
Thanks! My wife has this thing on the DVR. Now I can just tell her who won, spoil it, and won’t have to watch it.
Seriously, she chose the punk over “da man”????
By Maniac is accurate
July 8, 2008 6:44 AM | Link to this
I’m with you on these types of shows, Rodney. The one that most appalls me is “Intervention.” Geez H. Louise, who could possibly think this is entertainment? It’s sad for the people involved, for those who watch it and for our society that such a thing even exists.
By Bob
July 8, 2008 6:58 AM | Link to this
What an idiot! Let me see, stability and security versus who knows what. I’ll take the unknown. It won’t last.
By jan
July 8, 2008 7:05 AM | Link to this
When These Kinds of shows are on, I visit Blockbuster, a lot!!! Watched my usual 10 to 15 seconds, and went to another channel, quick!!! FoodNetwork reruns are Way Better, than these shows, I can NOT believe they have them on, let alone, anyone actually watches them!!!! I’m with you Rodney, I would have to be PAID to watch these shows, and a LOT of pay , at that!!!!!
By Marie
July 8, 2008 7:36 AM | Link to this
All I have to say is WOW! I’m so disappointed that she picked Jesse. I thought she would definitely pick Jason. Especially since her family loved him so much. Jesse really bombed that first visit and she didn’t like what her father had to say about him either. I felt like she wanted her family to say DeAnna pick Jesse. Watching the Bachelorette last night made me realize why I haven’t been watching it in years. I don’t care what she says, but she isn’t ready to settle down and start a family. She wants to have fun with the FREE SPIRITED guy that doesn’t really have a promising future. Hmmm. I wonder if she is going to move to Colorado now. I think she made a huge mistake, but maybe we really didn’t see who the real DEANNA is! There will never be a show like Trista and Ryan.
By lin
July 8, 2008 7:36 AM | Link to this
well i watched most of the season.only because she from georgia. i did pick right person reason she wanted adventure to her life. she was bored with the normal guy. i was that way when i remarried someone total opposite of me. no u do not want my age i just say i am an older person lol. am i still married well we got pass 4 yr anniv. he is 3 yrs younger then me. do i plan watch again not sure. they need change the story line and go with 2 older people over age of 50 who are single just get something new into it
By Deb
July 8, 2008 7:42 AM | Link to this
All I could say at the end of the show was she is an idiot. Taking a man who says rad all the time and is a snow boarder. I live less than an hour away from Newnan and there isn’t any snow in this part of the country. If she happens to make it through his next winter season, I will be surprised. Don’t think he will be the family kind of guy that goes to see her family much. He is so immature. If this is what she wanted she should never have made Jason think she was really falling for him and keep him away from his son Ty. He knows what family means! This is the last time I watch either of these shows. Sorry DeAnna and ABC, you screwed up!
By Marie
July 8, 2008 7:43 AM | Link to this
All I have to say is WOW! I’m so disappointed that she picked Jesse. I thought she would definitely pick Jason. Especially since her family loved him so much. Jesse really bombed that first visit and she didn’t like what her father had to say about him either. I felt like she wanted her family to say DeAnna pick Jesse. Watching the Bachelorette last night made me realize why I haven’t been watching it in years. I don’t care what she says, but she isn’t ready to settle down and start a family. She wants to have fun with the FREE SPIRITED guy that doesn’t really have a promising future. Hmmm. I wonder if she is going to move to Colorado now. I think she made a huge mistake, but maybe we really didn’t see who the real DEANNA is! There will never be a show like Trista and Ryan. I hope that Jeremy and Jason find a women with some real class.
By Big Mike
July 8, 2008 7:50 AM | Link to this
If I was on that show, I would only have to show her my “stuff” and I would be the winner. If any you ladies reading this blog are curious, yes, it is.
By Chris Davis
July 8, 2008 8:02 AM | Link to this
This was a no-brainer. She took the “bad” boy, the guy who lives on the edge. Every girl is drawn to the guy who lives outside the box and pushes buttons. She’ll give in to him, but hopefully she will realize his issues before marrying him. He might be a good fit for her, but she better be ready for a wild ride. Lucky dude. Hope he enjoys her and keeps her dangling on that string the rest of his life.
By Big Mike
July 8, 2008 8:02 AM | Link to this
I’d hit it.
By San
July 8, 2008 8:05 AM | Link to this
Hard to believe (because of the tricky editing) but Jesse is actually VERY well off. Just chooses to live a simple, fun life and not flash his cash. This info was also kept from DeAnna ~ she made a choice based on love and not financial stability………..and has ended up with both. Gotta love it.
By Lori
July 8, 2008 8:10 AM | Link to this
I married an unemployed snowboarder too! At the time MY parents were just as disapointed, but it has been nothing but excitement and adventure from day one! good for her!
By Jennifer
July 8, 2008 8:16 AM | Link to this
**Have you tried spell check lately? It was difficult to read the article with all of the errors.”
By ace dancer
July 8, 2008 8:17 AM | Link to this
I wonder how many men Ms Newnan had to sleep with on both of the shows to please the ABC producers.
“Oh Honey, I think I am love with you but I am going to sleep with these 2 other guys just so I can be sure ”
would Helen Crump had done that to Andy with a couple of truckers from MT Pilot ?
By sdl
July 8, 2008 8:29 AM | Link to this
What are you people missing by the way. She did develop feelings for Jessie all along. She was turned on by him on the 4-wheelers, she said that, the other men held back remember. You could see if you had any insight whatsoever, that she was infatuated with the guy. Jason seemed like such a ‘YES MAN’ and why in the world are so many people feeling sorry for this guy. I for one and sick of hearing about his kid! He chose to do this. It is so blank simple, she felt it for Jesse and not for Jason. In other words, that is two women who were JUST NOT INTO HIM. Everyone always picks the goober guy who seems stable for someone and they wind up bored and divorced or having affairs after a couple of years. Last thing for you morons, GO TO JESSES WEBSITE, he is a professional snowboarder with 2 homes, has his own product name, has one or several non-profits., etc. As someone mentioned on the ABC site, Jasons career was hardly never mentioned. So what in the world makes you think that he is this successful/can provide for kinda guy. There was a reason his ex was turned off by him at some point after a beautiful wedding, child, etc. What makes Deanna bad for not wanting to take on this guys kid with someone else. I never would and many women would not either!
By RLU
July 8, 2008 8:29 AM | Link to this
FIRST, I am surprised the AJC has let so much pervertedness in the accepted blogs. Big Mike, you probably are wimpy, wimpy, wimpy. Those who brag usually don’t have a reason to. And Bootyman—go away. SECOND, I picked Jason when he got out of the limo on night one! There was just something about him. The more I watched, the more I felt I was right.What a doll.
I doubt they will last.
By Karen
July 8, 2008 8:33 AM | Link to this
Perhaps she did Jason a favor… Maybe he deserves better than her. If she is still looking for all that excitement with a guy that not long ago said he wasn’t ready to settle down, than she picked the right person. Jason is too nice and classy for her in my opinion. I have no doubt that he will wind up in a similar scenario to Sleepless in Seattle after all this exposure and an amazing woman that can appreciate him for all the qualities he brings to the table (including his son) will come along and help him take down the walls he said are back up…
By Turtle
July 8, 2008 8:33 AM | Link to this
I like DeAnna’s choice! Jason is steady and handsome but he seemed to good to be true-right out of a Danielle Steele novel It looked like he was overdoing it with her family. He would have been a good pick too. But Jessie seemed to be on the same wave length as DeAnna and was still sweet even when showing his rough edges. He seemed very genuine — even though young. Way to go DeAnna!
By Karen
July 8, 2008 8:36 AM | Link to this
Perhaps she did Jason a favor… Maybe he deserves better than her. If she is still looking for all that excitement with a guy that not long ago said he wasn’t ready to settle down, than she picked the right person. Jason is too nice and classy for her in my opinion. I have no doubt that he will wind up in a similar scenario to Sleepless in Seattle after all this exposure and an amazing woman that can appreciate him for all the qualities he brings to the table (including his son) will come along and help him take down the walls he said are back up…
By Di
July 8, 2008 8:38 AM | Link to this
As a fellow Atlanta resident who is married to a Greek man (who is my soul mate for the last 20 years), I wish you the best on whatever path life takes you. You were honest and sincere and you made all Greek’s proud.
Ignore the nasty comments. Those people writing them somehow forgot that this is a tv show, which is produced for entertainment and ratings and someone gets rejected in the end.
You have to be true to yourself and follow your heart. Which you did. All the best to you and your family.
By a*******play
July 8, 2008 8:41 AM | Link to this
Sounds to me like SUE needs that done…Come on SUE it is an AJC retarded blog after all.
Not all MENSA here!
By Ron
July 8, 2008 8:50 AM | Link to this
Can you say STUPID! She did not pick the obvious choice. TV ratings. Agree there will NEVER be a wedding. No more of this Bachelor/Bachelorette for me. Brad obviously saw something in her that we did not. Thought she was beautiful,down-to-earth and even INTELLIGENT.???? Even the Brad show evidently was just for ratings. Its over.Ron
By Joe
July 8, 2008 8:53 AM | Link to this
This isn’t reporting. It isn’t even good commentary. Just more 2nd rate blogging.
By Tam
July 8, 2008 8:57 AM | Link to this
DeAnna chose a NORMAL fellow. Is it hard to believe that nearly all good husbands and fathers didn’t come that way out of a box in their 20s? Jesse really grew up during the show, and I know he will be a great husdband and father and provider. DeAnna and Jesse looked like every other YOUNG couple in love in America, and if you don’t have faith in love, you are a sad and pathetic. Clearly Jason was just looking for his “mommy” from the store to bring home to his kid. Sorry, but marriage is more than “completing MY family” - his words - it’s about starting a new family. Sure, Jason was more experienced in relationships — experianced in GETTING DIVORCED. Baby-daddy Jason will be fine, and baby will get his mama to change his diapers in the end, judging on all these pathetic comments. Too bad we finally saw Jason’s bitter, sad ugly side that he hid from everyone. Jason should have dropeed the skippy-fruity mask and been REAL, even though his real side is bitter and ugly. Everything is as it should.
By Bruinfan
July 8, 2008 8:57 AM | Link to this
I’m glad that I don’t waste any time watching this drivel.
By ShoeGal
July 8, 2008 8:58 AM | Link to this
I definitely think she made the WRONG decision but hey, that’s entertainment for you. Now let’s have some real entertainment - make Jeremy or Jason the next Bachelor & I guarantee there will be ladies lining up around the block to get on the show!!!
By NT
July 8, 2008 8:58 AM | Link to this
I am soooo disappointed in her. I don’t think they’ll be living in Newnan considering he’s a snowboader and there’s no snow here. She just picked another boyfriend. I wish the best for Jason. Hell, I’ll marry him and help raise his adorable kid.
By Bolski
July 8, 2008 9:02 AM | Link to this
Here’s the truth. She’s a bartender in Newnan, not a real estate agent. She’s a dumb ass for picking Jessie, and her sister is hotter than her.
By toopst
July 8, 2008 9:09 AM | Link to this
I would rather have bleach shot into my eyes than watch that drivvel. Atlantan or not! P.S. She was a total Beeotch on the Bert Show.
By Donna
July 8, 2008 9:15 AM | Link to this
I guess we all need to remember that ABC edits this stuff heavily. They showed us what we wanted to see, DeAnna falling for Jason. I want Jason for myself, what an amazing guy he is. I think DeAnna’s sister-in-law knew her the best, she knew Jesse is a better match for her. DeAnna’s not ready to settle down and be a mom to Ty and a wife to Jason. She said herself she found out what she thought she wanted isn’t what she really wanted. The kiss of death is when she said Jeremy and Jason were “perfect”. That was my clue they were both history. Why is it women always want the “bad boy” or the one that isn’t the “perfect” one, the stable one, the one with a career and a future? Not to mention Jeremy and Jason are both hot looking with great bodies. I just think DeAnna isn’t really ready for the commitment she thinks she wants and needs some play time with Jesse. Also, Jesse is the only one that might move here to Atlanta with here. I know Jason couldn’t move and Jeremy probably wouldn’t want to leave his family. My 11 yr old daughter and I cried when she turned down Jason, we want him. Jason and Jeremy will have NO problem finding the loves of their lives, they are great guys.
My money is on DeAnna and Jesse never walking down the isle together.
By Donna
July 8, 2008 9:22 AM | Link to this
I liked Jason better too, but I think she chose the guy she was in love with. And people - give Jesse a break. He actually owns several businesses and a couple of houses - and he’s in his 20’s. Not so dumb as many people on this board seem to think. Remember, those shows get edited to make us see only what the producers want us to see.
By tarheel fan
July 8, 2008 9:24 AM | Link to this
Her father seems like a great guy—how does he keep a straight face during this fiasco. Jesse is a jerk! The father will make sure this marriage NEVER happens!
By Obvious
July 8, 2008 9:27 AM | Link to this
Come on people- would you really pick the ‘normal’ dude with a child, who obviously has trust issues? How many times did we hear about his ex leaving him… Even him picking out the engagement ring ‘yes, I have done this before’. I’m glad she chose Jesse- At least they will experience all the new things together and she won’t have an immediate family!
By Big Mike
July 8, 2008 9:35 AM | Link to this
Hey RLU and Sue, If you need what I got, I have enough to share. We should all get together and I’ll make you see the light.
By Notta Fan
July 8, 2008 9:39 AM | Link to this
Anyone who would have something as intimate as their love life splashed on national (or even local) TV is probably short on character any way. Bolski, you may be right but there are more and more real estate agents tending bar or scrubbing floors right now to make a buck, especially those who waste their time on TV shows rather than prospecting.
By Selena
July 8, 2008 9:42 AM | Link to this
I can’t believe the ugly comments about DeAnna, I don’t know her, but fake is definitely not a way I would describe her, good grief, you all need to cool out!! Yes Jason is a nice guy, but so is Jesse and I was thrilled she chose him, he was honest, fun and if you really watched the show, made her smile more than anyone! I wish them both the best!!
ALSO, I LOVE THE SHOW!!
By Bigger Mike
July 8, 2008 9:51 AM | Link to this
I bet she feels like warm apple pie or warm baklava. MMMMM
By Kendall
July 8, 2008 9:55 AM | Link to this
This show is a typical realization of the mistakes that most woman make when choosing a man. DeAnna likes Jesse because he shows his boyish side, but she will be longing for the man with the qualities that she needs in Jason. Guys just remember this show the next time you meet a lady. She will tell you all the qualities that she likes in a man and choose someone completely opposite.
By Joe
July 8, 2008 10:04 AM | Link to this
Yet another bad choice from one of the Bachelorettes. The guy is a snowboarder, come on! This sounds like puppy love and one of those mediocre high school crushes to me. It will fizzle out soon. BTW, overit, you only have to submit once. It takes a bit, but it goes through.
By Chris
July 8, 2008 10:10 AM | Link to this
I think that Deanna is very confused to be in love with a man, but not be in love with him at the same time. I doubt she will go through with the marriage. It seems like she is causing her family a lot of problems because of it. I think the bachelor or bachellorette can never pick the right person and they always choose the hottest guy or girl and never the one who will help them in the longrun, for this reason I hate the entire show.
By Lamont Sanford
July 8, 2008 10:10 AM | Link to this
How is Newnan considered metro Atlanta???!!! She is the biggest hillbilly. Go back to watching Hanna Montana. I give them 6 mos tops. Two tools from different boxes.
By Dawn
July 8, 2008 10:13 AM | Link to this
Here I spent the last 9 months or so mad at Brad for dumping Deanna. Brad is the smartest guy in this whole thing. He knew she had no idea what she wanted. Poor Jesse he looked so scared when she said they set the date. She meant she set the date. Her whole family looked disappointed and confused. Just like most of us.
By Janet Speckter
July 8, 2008 10:27 AM | Link to this
Come on people, I understand that WE all have our opinions about other people, however none of us were apart of that show and if she is in love with Jesse why not just be excited for them, it’s not like we will ever meet them or that our opinion really counts. She SEEMS very genuine in her feelings but again they are HER feelings, not ours. How many of us can actually say that our significant other a person everyone that was in our lives at the time that we chose that person felt like we were making the right decision. Not many I promise you. So quit trying to act like we are perfect as a society when we are far from it. Does it just make some of us feel better about ourselves by putting down someone else. We do not know these people. Always remember that what is seen on T.V. is ALWAYS edited and we never get to see the real person that we are trying to watch. Think about things prior to voicing an opinion.
By LuvNIt
July 8, 2008 10:32 AM | Link to this
Let me get this straight. She was falling “in love” with the rejected guy but wanted to be “in love” so she chose the other guy. Huh? What does that mean? What parent/family would take this seriously after watching their family member 47 dudes on nation-wide television? I just don’t get it!!!!!!
By Lamont Sanford
July 8, 2008 10:36 AM | Link to this
It’s worst than Jerry Springer. Friggin MOSSBACKS.
By Michelle
July 8, 2008 10:45 AM | Link to this
Oh jez… let’s see how long THIS lasts!!
By Kino
July 8, 2008 10:45 AM | Link to this
I’m with the reviewer; I can’t sit through these show, not without feeling like I’m watching a bad parody of life. Honestly, I couldn’t care about these types of shows because they suck to the point where I couldn’t become emotionally invested with the characters if I tried. I’m just glad this version of the train wreck is over, now please get back to some decent TV.
By Ricekakes
July 8, 2008 10:48 AM | Link to this
WOW Deanna! I can’t believe you picked Jessie. I am 40-years-old and married to a little boy in a grown man’s body…so I know the mistake you have made. You can’t see it now but you will. Jessie is not ready for marriage or any type of commitment. Jason on the other hand has already been married, knows the mistakes he made in that marriage and appears to have grown as a person. He has a child and knows what it takes to take care of one. Jason was a package deal. You could have built something with Jason. However with Jessie he’s going to be learning as he goes and you’re going to be the one having to teach him…just like having a child. I truly feel for you. Trust me, I know what I’m talking about. I wish you less heart ache than I had to endure. God Bless!
By Only a show!
July 8, 2008 10:49 AM | Link to this
Come on folks, this is just a TV show. Most of it was sensation and fantasy. I remember what I was like at 25 & 26. She chose the right guy b/c they are alike. Did any of you hear the outakes? She flubbed up on several grammar mistakes and is still silly and having fun. Wonder if she is college educated. Jesse is at a fun stage in life also, enjoying his career of the moment. Let them be 25 and enjoy these years. Jason is too far advanced in life and mature for Deanna. The engagement appears to be an ABC set up to get us to buy into the next several Batchelor seasons, leading up to May 09. I bet around Mar/Apr 09, they will “break up”. ABC wants us to think one of the matches will work. Ya know the Matt/Shayne deal has a short shelf life - what an odd couple. Matt should go back to the UK if it is so great. Deanna and Jesse seem to enjoy each others company and it will be interesting to see what materializes. ABC, make Jason the next Batchelor as he appears to be a quality man and is likeable!
By LAWoman
July 8, 2008 10:50 AM | Link to this
Jason is a bore, a fake & a total suck-up. Account executive? A glorified salesman is more like it. He was only looking for love (& a new step-mommy) but he wasn’t in love w/ her. Now Jesse - what a cutie pie. He is real & honest & sweet. He is in love! I don’t blame her & I predict a wedding will take place next May. BEST OF LUCK to them!
By Ricecakes
July 8, 2008 10:53 AM | Link to this
WOW Deanna! I can’t believe you picked Jessie. I am 40-years-old and married to a little boy in a grown man’s body…so I know the mistake you have made. You can’t see it now but you will. Jessie is not ready for marriage or any type of commitment. Jason on the other hand has already been married, knows the mistakes he made in that marriage and appears to have grown as a person. He has a child and knows what it takes to take care of one. Jason was a package deal. You could have built something with Jason. However with Jessie he’s going to be learning as he goes and you’re going to be the one having to teach him…just like having a child. I truly feel for you. Trust me, I know what I’m talking about. I wish you less heart ache than I had to endure. God Bless!
By JessieFan
July 8, 2008 10:53 AM | Link to this
Jessie was a great pick. He was the only person who was really true to himself the entire time. It’s obvious that they are in love. Congrats!
By DeAnna Pappas
July 8, 2008 10:56 AM | Link to this
Hey all,
I took the guy who makes the most sense to me today. Please support me in my decision. It may not work out but we click in several areas. Both were awesome and I felt blessed that I had 2 great people to pick from. Remember, it’s TV and not reality. There’s a lot that goes beyond just what you see or don’t see that made me move in the direction that I did. Thank you all for a great season. God Bless!!
By RJ
July 8, 2008 10:59 AM | Link to this
Editing and lots of prompting. Remember how Jason asked father for hand and Jesse did not. About 10 minutes or so, and Jesse doing same thing as father had said how impressed he was with Jason having done so.
By BillT
July 8, 2008 11:00 AM | Link to this
My wife made me watch this thing with her. I really do not understand why people would do this……That being said, This just backs up the statistic that about 50% of new marriages fail in the first year. One of them is a bone head or marries a bone head.
By Stace
July 8, 2008 11:02 AM | Link to this
Wow. Ya’ll are harsh. I think she made the best decison. Jesse is real, genuine, funny, and I honestly do believe they fell in love. Just because she didn’t pick the “safe” one doesn’t mean she is a moron, and definitely not a skank. She followed her gut. I think they are cute together. I hope it does work out for them. Why did half of you even watch this show if you can’t handle the fact that a rejection is inevitable. Lay off
By Look Up
July 8, 2008 11:10 AM | Link to this
Why is it such a big deal that he’s snowboarder? As if that makes him less lovable/ likeable. Less likely to be successful? He already is successful, much further along in his career than she is and much further along financially speaking than most 26 yr olds I know. Because Jason is an older divorcee with a son, makes him the better choice? Because he’s an account executive makes him more established financially speaking. What’s he selling, did they ever say. When you put individuals together in a 2-3 mo period and propose marriage and talk of love, its a little much regardless of who you are and what you’ve done. Its a taking chance no matter who is chosen, the odds are against every couple on the show. hell then again, the odds are against all of us out there who get married these days or else the divorce rates wouldnt be as high as they are. Who knows if they truly love one another, who knows if her family is really disappointed, we watched for an 1 hr each week and we know everything right?
By Donald
July 8, 2008 11:19 AM | Link to this
I guess at least 25 a year, but can you define what is considered “banged?”
By Jay
July 8, 2008 11:20 AM | Link to this
I just hate she had to go on a reality show to find love! I live in Newnan, and i think shes gorgeous!
By Jay
July 8, 2008 11:22 AM | Link to this
I just hate she had to go on a reality show to find love! I live in Newnan, and i think shes gorgeous!
By Jay
July 8, 2008 11:25 AM | Link to this
Wow, nice disrespectful comments, sad some people never grow up maybe if guys would act mature girls wouldnt go on these shows looking for love…
By Ricecakes
July 8, 2008 11:28 AM | Link to this
WOW Deanna! I can’t believe you picked Jessie. I am 40-years-old and married to a little boy in a grown man’s body…so I know the mistake you have made. You can’t see it now but you will. Jessie is not ready for marriage or any type of commitment. Jason on the other hand has already been married, knows the mistakes he made in that marriage and appears to have grown as a person. He has a child and knows what it takes to take care of one. Jason was a package deal. You could have built something with Jason. However with Jessie he’s going to be learning as he goes and you’re going to be the one having to teach him…just like having a child. I truly feel for you. Trust me, I know what I’m talking about. I wish you less heart ache than I had to endure. God Bless!
By Ricecakes
July 8, 2008 11:33 AM | Link to this
BIGGEST JIM…you are a sick person!!
By Linda G
July 8, 2008 11:33 AM | Link to this
Not surprised! Saw it coming for the past few eposides!Always heard “opposites attract.” Can’t understand how she can fall in love so quickly after being so, so inlove with Brad! Personally I think she is infatuated!I thought she was more matured than she appears to be now! Hope they make it with a forever love story! Personally I don’t think it will last! However, remember Crista and Ryan! I’m getting tired of the so young people on the show, why don’t they get some older women and men? I’m losing interest in the show!
By JAQUE
July 8, 2008 11:36 AM | Link to this
The Bachelor, Bachelorette, Flavor of Love, I Love New York, Last Shot with Tila Tequila…. All those shows are whack… Who cares? They take absolute nobody’s and you people think you are watching interesting TV. They’re not entertaining, they’re not performers, just DRUBS who have nothing better to do than disclose all their laundry on TV
By Becky
July 8, 2008 11:37 AM | Link to this
Jan@7:05am..I agree with you 100%… Why would anyone watch any of these “reality” shows?
By Joe
July 8, 2008 11:38 AM | Link to this
Hey Jay, you eat poopie!!
By Linda G
July 8, 2008 11:51 AM | Link to this
It’s her life! If she’s made a mistake it won’t be the first! Hopefully if it is she will realize it before a wedding! In my opinion she was the best Bachelorette ever to be on the show, I was dissappointed in her decision but it’s not my nor your decision to play with her heart!
If you are bored and disgusted with the show stop watching it! I probably will!
By Deb
July 8, 2008 11:54 AM | Link to this
Well, I knew all along that DeAnna would select Jesse. Personally, I think she made a huge mistake. Jason would have made a much better husband and father. I cannot see Jesse actually making a life-time commitment. I seriously doubt they’ll still be together come May 9th, and if they do go through with the ceremony, it will be interesting to see how long the marriage will last. We’d probably know, though, if it ended in divorce.
By pam
July 8, 2008 11:59 AM | Link to this
Finaly Deanna went with her heart. I was a Jesse fan from the beginning. He was real unlike the others who seemed so scripted. Jesse spoke from his heart.You could tell he was a genuine and good soul. Just take a look at his loving parents. That speaks volumes. Deanna definitely made the right choice.You could tell there was an obvious connection. She beamed when she was around him and he made her laugh. Love is Love. If you feel you have to take a risk. I think Jason was o.k.. He just didn’t come across as sincere. If you don’t feel it then you can’t force something that’s not there.As for feelings getting hurt, unfortunately that’s the risk you take on this show.LOVE is also a risk worth taking no matter how it turns out in the end.In the end Deanna followed her heart. Deanna and Jesse, may you shred FOREVER!!!
By tinkthespike
July 8, 2008 11:59 AM | Link to this
Do I agree with the outcome as the show was presented to the public? No. Do I agree with the choice based on what DeAnna said she wanted from the start? No. Do I think love can surprise you? Absolutely.
This said, I supported Jason from day one and was devastated for him last night. I feel like he took a piece of my heart with him. Did he know what he was getting into when he agreed to go on the show? Sure. Does that make it hurt any less? Of course not.
I like Jesse and I will not bash him. I think he’s a genuine, fun, caring, crazy guy. I think he cares about her, I do, but I have to say I don’t see a lasting connection.
My concern is DeAnna completely changed what she said she wanted out of life. I understand you can’t help who you fall for, I do, I’ve been there. Still, I worry that this is more of a first love, giddy, infatuation that is going to wear off and, some time down the road, she may realize this really wasn’t her “fairy tale ending.”
I’d hate for her to go through this twice and realize she still doesn’t have what she wants.
If the above poster really is DeAnna (as we all know people often post and claim to be someone they are not), I sincerely do wish you the best. I’ve never watched this show or one like it until this season because I thought it was drivel. I was genuinely rooting for you to find true, lasting love. For your sake and Jesse’s I hope you’ve found it; however, I don’t think I’ll ever watch this show again. I feel the way it was edited didn’t show a true love story between you and Jesse (although I did see the connection). If it was really there, then shame on the editors for misrepresenting it. I felt it strung Jason and the viewers on.
As a fellow 26-year-old Georgia gal who has been through a lot in her life, I related to you and was so invested in this process. I can’t help feeling you’ve got a great guy, but the right guy got away.
In the end, it’s your choice and I can’t judge you. I know what I would have done. I truly hope you get the life you want.
By Deb
July 8, 2008 12:02 PM | Link to this
Well, I watched this the whole way through primarily because Deanna was from Georgia. I knew all along that she would select Jesse. Personally, I think she made a big mistake. My mom always said that opposites attract and I think Mom was right. I hope Jesse changes his “style of dress” when he has to go so some of her real estate affairs — what an embarrassment he will be! True love — I doubt it. If they make it through until May 9th, which I doubt, then I wonder how long the marriage will last. We’d never know if a divorce occurred. Loved Deanna’s grandparents and father. They have got to be disappointed in her decision. Deanna said she wanted several children by the time she was 30 — some father figure Jock Jesse will be. Jason was an exemplary father and more than likely a good provider. Poor choice Deanna. Hopefully, Jason will find someone soon who will appreciate him for what he is.
By alch
July 8, 2008 12:07 PM | Link to this
I’ll say this much. If my daughters were to bring home a boy who jumps over couches and whose vocab consisted of rad, ridiculous, and amazing only, I’d boot both of them thru the door. i watched the entire season, and Jessie is still immature. He doesn’t even know what he wants to do with his life. He told his dad that he was not ready for marriage, but the next second he was telling DeAnna that he wants to get married. Clearly, he was telling her what she wanted to hear. She does not know whar she wants either. So, they deserve each other. During the show, there was ZERO connection between them…ABSOLUTELY NONE! I hope she enjoys her time being rad and amazing, cuz this will not last.
By wivesneedsupport
July 8, 2008 12:10 PM | Link to this
Like many of you, I thought Jason was the better choice. Jeremy was my next favorite. Graham, while HOT, wasn’t ready for this. Jesse was nice, but… When she asked him what he planned to do after snowboarding, he didn’t know. Personally, I couldn’t be preparing to marry a man who didn’t at least have a plan for his future. He’s nice and all, but…Also, I think DeAnna has a very strong personality and sees Jesse as the path of least resistance. Not that she doesn’t love him, but I think he would allow her way more control than the others.
By Sarah
July 8, 2008 12:11 PM | Link to this
You Georgians need to get head out of your a**! Do you know how much a Pro-Snowboarder makes? And plus he has a shot at going to the Winter Olympics with his “dream job”. How many if you can say that about your job? Did you not watch the hometown date when they went to his townhome? He lives pretty well for himself. Plus he has his own Foundation that he put together! He is 26, that is not a “boy”. She is 26 years old as well. They fit well together.
Jason was too old for her. And it was an insta-family if she ended up with him. She’s not ready to be a mom right away. He was too safe and kinda boring for her.
So in the end she went with her heart, and you can’t fault her for that. So in the meantime, quit dogging Jesse. He makes decent money, he can provide for her and their family. Plus he is a sweetheart.
By baybdoll
July 8, 2008 12:15 PM | Link to this
I think that Deanna made the perfect choice. They’re both finding their path in life and not set in life like the other guys would have made her because they are set in life. She’s a free spirit and so is Jesse and I have been cheering for Jesse from day one when he showed up in that weird jacket because, he wasn’t trying to be like everyone else, he was being his self and being the way he wanted to be (comfortable). I think they’ll make a perfect couple and have a long life together as long as in any relationship (to name a few things) they:
These are just a few of the things a lot of people tends to forget that I hope they will remember.
They are a beautiful couple and I wish them the best.
By Just Me
July 8, 2008 12:39 PM | Link to this
What a disappointing ending to the show. Jason and DeAnna made a perfect couple and now I see why Brad rejected her. She showed a real snippy side of her and I think Jason is better without her. I would like to see Jason and Jeremy as the next bachelor’s. Make it a double show! That would be worth watching.
By tnecvolfan2001
July 8, 2008 1:18 PM | Link to this
a few thoughts, first the BEST guy by far would have been Jeremy. he was the best looking one and the one who was most in love with her. SECONDLY, jesse is obviously gay, his kissing scenes with her he seemed way uncomfortable, plus he was vague on his breakup with his ex who probably found out he was gay. and THIRDLY and Most Importantly, Jesse asked permission from her father to marry her. it impressed the father and i think leaned her his way. and lastly, if i were her, i would run away from someone who already had a kid.
By tinkthespike
July 8, 2008 1:26 PM | Link to this
Do I agree with the outcome as the show was presented to the public? No. Do I agree with the choice based on what DeAnna said she wanted from the start? No. Do I think love can surprise you? Absolutely.
This said, I supported Jason from day one and was devastated for him last night. I feel like he took a piece of my heart with him. Did he know what he was getting into when he agreed to go on the show? Sure. Does that make it hurt any less? Of course not.
I like Jesse and I will not bash him. I think he’s a genuine, fun, caring, crazy guy. I think he cares about her, I do, but I have to say I don’t see a lasting connection.
My concern is DeAnna completely changed what she said she wanted out of life. I understand you can’t help who you fall for, I do, I’ve been there. Still, I worry that this is more of a first love, giddy, infatuation that is going to wear off and, some time down the road, she may realize this really wasn’t her “fairy tale ending.”
I’d hate for her to go through this twice and realize she still doesn’t have what she wants.
If the above poster really is DeAnna (as we all know people often post and claim to be someone they are not), I sincerely do wish you the best. I’ve never watched this show or one like it until this season because I thought it was drivel. I was genuinely rooting for you to find true, lasting love. For your sake and Jesse’s I hope you’ve found it; however, I don’t think I’ll ever watch this show again. I feel the way it was edited didn’t show a true love story between you and Jesse (although I did see the connection). If it was really there, then shame on the editors for misrepresenting it. I felt it strung Jason and the viewers on.
As a fellow 26-year-old Georgia gal who has been through a lot in her life, I related to you and was so invested in this process. I can’t help feeling you’ve got a great guy, but the right guy got away.
In the end, it’s your choice and I can’t judge you. I know what I would have done. I truly hope you get the life you want.
By cass
July 8, 2008 1:29 PM | Link to this
It scares me that so many people actually give a crap about such nonsense. I bet most of you folks don’t even know who is going to be on your ballot next week or where they stand on this issues.
By Boo
July 8, 2008 1:33 PM | Link to this
What an idiot.
By Rick
July 8, 2008 1:41 PM | Link to this
I thought if he said “nugs” or “blow it up” one more time I was going to vomit.
By mack
July 8, 2008 2:00 PM | Link to this
I don’t really understand all of this “she made the biggest mistake of her life” “Jason was the one for her”
All I have to say to that is…Jason might have been the one for YOU, but we don’t know what she was thinking or how she felt…as we all know, love isn’t something anyone else can find for you.
I just wish people who watched these reality shows would stop attacking the people on them for not acting the exact way they would act. We don’t know these people, so stop getting all upset about it. Hope for the best and stop being such assholes.
By Linda G
July 8, 2008 2:06 PM | Link to this
Would someone please tell me what Jessee’s last name is and how can I find his website! Would love to know about him!
By HB
July 8, 2008 2:07 PM | Link to this
I would like to see Jason as the next bachlor . He is loving , gentle and every REAL WOMAN’S dream … PLEASE , PLEASE LETS BOMB-BARD THE NETWORK WITH CALLS , E-MAILS AND GET JASON AS THE NEXT BACHELOR… TRUE LOVE IS THERE FOR HIM , I JUST KNOW IT ….THANKS GANG
By helen
July 8, 2008 2:15 PM | Link to this
I am also disappointed of her choice but you know what? that is her choice and no matter what happen to them bad or good that’s her life. but anyhow I wish them the best….. that’s all I can say…..
By Rose
July 8, 2008 2:39 PM | Link to this
I’m sorry, but I feel she chose the wrong one. I agree that Jesse is immature, and after seeing them together, they both are. I believe Jeremy would have made an excellent husband and she knows this or else she would not have talked to him when he returned. It was obvious she had doubts, but after all, she’s the one who has to live with the decision.
By Sadienix
July 8, 2008 2:42 PM | Link to this
This girl was rude and a smart butt from day one. Maybe Brad knew something that he wasn’t sharing with all of us. I think she thought her tush was better than it really was. Jason will find that perfect girl from him and then count his blessings
By Denise
July 8, 2008 2:47 PM | Link to this
Jeremy should be the next BACHELOR! He was the best of all three guys.
By Rose
July 8, 2008 2:47 PM | Link to this
I’m sorry, but I feel she chose the wrong one. I agree that Jesse is immature, and after seeing them together, they both are. I believe Jeremy would have made an excellent husband and she knows this or else she would not have talked to him when he returned. It was obvious she had doubts, but after all, she’s the one who has to live with the decision.
By George
July 8, 2008 3:37 PM | Link to this
The Amish have a saying that goes “We get too soon old and too late smart”. Lets see how old DeAnna gets before she gets smart.
By Kim
July 8, 2008 3:43 PM | Link to this
I watched it because I live in Newnan. I dated someone divorced with kids and it was one of the hardest things to do, a ready-made family. Very stressful and too many emotional scars to heal. She wants to live life and is not ready to play house. You can get from Newnan to the mountains in a couple of hours, and guess what, it actually snows there!
By Vivian
July 8, 2008 5:24 PM | Link to this
Jesse is a successful professional snowboarder. That’s a fact. We don’t know anything about what Jason REALLY does for a living. And he has baggage. It bugged me that they never said why he got divorced. There are two sides to every story. Yes, he ended up with the kid, but he’s way too needy for my taste. Jesse and she are the same age, he’s a cool, nice guy, and he doesn’t have baggage. No brainer IMO, Jesse wins.
By BoeT
July 8, 2008 5:40 PM | Link to this
I think DeAnna is bipolar and should have never shown her face on TV.Jason and Jeremy would have made her a good husband, instead she picked a airhead that does not truly knows what he wants. the girl really wanted Graham, but he wasn’t having her. Wake up girl… and smell the coffee.
By b thompson
July 8, 2008 5:44 PM | Link to this
The girl is bipolar and should have ever shown her face on tv. the one she wanted was Graham, but he did not want her. wake up girl! and smell the coffee
By Shayne
July 8, 2008 6:01 PM | Link to this
I think Jason should be the next Bachelor! I loved Jason from day one. My husband turned down work to watch the finale, watch Deanna choose Jesse - whatever ! What a disappointment. Nice way to keep the guy away from his son. Nice way to let him open up again to love just so you can crush a good man ! Happily ever after - NOT SO MUCH !
By nwdnanny
July 8, 2008 6:29 PM | Link to this
Bolski, how in the world can you say her sister is hotter than her. I don’t think Deanna is drop dead gorgeous like some believe think, but her sister is an anorexic nightmare. There is nothing hot about her…did you see the same sister, Chrissy, that I saw??????
By savannah
July 8, 2008 7:10 PM | Link to this
I was really surprised! Although, if you read the ABC boards they already had it right! I did not like her at first but last nite when she said that she had changed her perception of what she wanted, I understand her picking Jesse. He is just fun, dorky, and I would not spend 5 min with him, but she seems to love him! That is what she wanted, not someone like Jason who would take care of her, and really love her and wanted a family, she only wanted a good time. Too bad she did not realize that earlier! Her father did seem to be very unhappy and forcing himself to hug the snow dude, I think he liked Jason better. She really did listen to her sister in law, maybe she could see thru Dee and know that she was lying in the beginning and never wanted a real thing!! Made the girls in Ga look stupid! She should have let Jason go after the hometown date when that little boy was crying it broke my heart, she should have said that is more important, I think at that time he was already in love with her.
By whatup
July 8, 2008 7:11 PM | Link to this
graham was the only guy she remotely was attracted to. She used these two chumps to close out the show. She knew they would be easy to dump in the end. She and snow boy will last as long as the press releases.
By Judy
July 8, 2008 7:54 PM | Link to this
The format of the show is the problem more than the people involved. Making the Bachelorette have all three bachelors spend the night and having two of them go home with her, it is all tacky. This is the first time I have watched the show and for sure the last. I just could not hear Deanna say “It just brakes mah hart” one more time.
By Judy
July 8, 2008 7:55 PM | Link to this
The format of the show is the problem more than the people involved. Making the Bachelorette have all three bachelors spend the night and having two of them go home with her, it is all tacky. This is the first time I have watched the show and for sure the last. I just could not hear Deanna say “It just brakes mah hart” one more time.
By Judy
July 8, 2008 8:04 PM | Link to this
The format of the show is the problem more than the people involved. Making the Bachelorette have all three bachelors spend the night and having two of them go home with her, it is all tacky. This is the first time I have watched the show and for sure the last. I just could not hear Deanna say “It just brakes mah hart” one more time.
By Judy
July 8, 2008 8:05 PM | Link to this
The format of the show is the problem more than the people involved. Making the Bachelorette have all three bachelors spend the night and having two of them go home with her, it is all tacky. This is the first time I have watched the show and for sure the last. I just could not hear Deanna say “It just brakes mah hart” one more time.
By Judy
July 8, 2008 8:51 PM | Link to this
The format of the show is the problem more than the people involved. Making the Bachelorette have all three bachelors spend the night and having two of them go home with her, it is all tacky. This is the first time I have watched the show and for sure the last. I just could not hear Deanna say “It just brakes mah hart” one more time.
By Judy
July 8, 2008 8:51 PM | Link to this
The format of the show is the problem more than the people involved. Making the Bachelorette have all three bachelors spend the night and having two of them go home with her, it is all tacky. This is the first time I have watched the show and for sure the last. I just could not hear Deanna say “It just brakes mah hart” one more time.
By Hugh
July 8, 2008 9:05 PM | Link to this
After the Borg revolution, all so-called couplings amongst humanoids will be orchestrated in this manner. Should the Collective decide to proliferate the Terran humanoid strain, it will be so done strictly through the prudent use of Pyrex test tubes, in the fashion found most practical through centuries of interspecies husbandry. Resistance is futile.
By A fan
July 8, 2008 9:48 PM | Link to this
It seems to me that you’ve all forgotten that this show is edited “reality”. We didn’t see what really happened. We saw what the “reality makers” needed us to see. Anyone who feels sympathetic to Jason has played right into their hands. Plus, you have to remember that she is paid to be an actress of sorts through all of this. Someone is going to get their heart stomped on. This time it was Jason. I watch it for the fun of it. I try to imagine what is going on when the camera isn’t on the characters (I’d say actors, but maybe that is a bit extreme). In a way each season that I’ve seen has been just like this one, you think the bachelor or bachelorette is going to select one person and it doesn’t work out that way. Again, I contend that it is edited to keep you watching, and like we are doing here, talking about it. I should have quit watching after the Bachelor in Paris, but alas I stuck it out. I’m not up for anymore retreads like Jason becoming the next Bachelor. We need fresh meat to fantasize about.
By Corey
July 8, 2008 10:03 PM | Link to this
There certainly are some judgemental jerks that post comments on this site! Who are y’all to say that DeAnna made the wrong decision? Do you personally know either of them and what their relationship is like? Jesse seems so genuine and real. What a refreshing change in this world full of people that will lie to your face in a second and break your heart without thinking twice about it. Who knows if Jesse and DeAnna will work out, but why shouldn’t we all just wish them well? Being in love is amazing and I hope that they really are there.
By proofreader
July 8, 2008 11:22 PM | Link to this
I’m playing proofreader, since it seems nobody at the AJC was… 1. “Shoe’s in the other fit”…that would be “the shoe’s on the other foot. Please. 2. Jessie…the guy’s name is the traditional male spelling of the name, which is “Jesse”. Get it right. Please.
Thank you!
By proofreader
July 8, 2008 11:24 PM | Link to this
I’m playing proofreader, since it seems nobody at the AJC was… 1. “Shoe’s in the other fit”…that would be “the shoe’s on the other foot.” 2. Jessie…the guy’s name is the traditional male spelling of the name, which is “Jesse”.
Get it right, please. You’re a major newspaper.
Thank you!
By Skip
July 9, 2008 9:15 AM | Link to this
Proofreader, it’s not that serious. It’s a blog! You are observably bored or unhinged. DeAnna seemed confused and wanted to shock every so she could remain the topic of discussion. Proofreader you and DeAnna would make a great couple.
By tarheel fan
July 9, 2008 11:08 AM | Link to this
If that is REALLY Deanna who posted above—she is saying “it may not work out but”—-?! Told ya Daddy would work on stopping this, as he needs to!
By jmildot
July 9, 2008 11:54 AM | Link to this
I think all who keep commenting on Jesse’s lack of ability to provide for Deanna miss A BIG POINT here… they are BOTH now reality stars… ABC will pay for and televise this wedding (remember Trista and Ryan, people??) and People magazine will pay handsomely for a cover with their first child… their love story is now their ticket to ride…
I loved Jason, myself… and I hope that they have set him up to be the next Bachelor. But as for Deanna and Jesse, I think Jason captured it best… when he said he wished he’d seen Deanna look at him the way he saw her look at Jesse in the clips of the two of them… she’s picked who she believes is right for her… and I, for one, sure hope it works out for all of them!!
~Jill
By Karin
July 9, 2008 12:10 PM | Link to this
This was the best “Bachelor/Bachelorette” yet. I am missing it already. I am soo glad DeAnna picked Jesse, they look soo happy together, we all should be so lucky. Jason is a sweet man, but maybe a little too sweet (maybe that is why his first wife left?) Why not have him as the next Bachelor.
By Selena
July 9, 2008 12:53 PM | Link to this
All of you that talk so ugly about DeAnna, and you don’t even know her, I sure would hate to hear how you talk about people you do know…good grief!!
By large rick
July 9, 2008 2:03 PM | Link to this
If I were on the show, she wouldn’t ever be able to walk. Yes, I’m that good.
By Janette
July 10, 2008 2:14 AM | Link to this
I think some of you are just jealous of Deanna. She is an absolutely beautiful woman who is very mature and knows what she wants. Marriage doesn’t mean you have to stop living and sit home raising kids. Her and Jesse can have a few good years of fun before they settle down. She made the right choice. I’d watch the show and look for just one thing I could find fault with in her looks and/or personality—there weren’t any. Her dad did a great job of raising her. Don’t be haters!
By Sara
July 10, 2008 7:08 AM | Link to this
NO ONE can predict what the future holds for Deana and Jessie…. In most cases where opposites attract, it’s a strong, good, lasting relationship. She choose who was BEST for her, not everyone online.