Warning: I'm writing this recap after a 75 minute work conference call that started at 9 PM tonight. It's way past my bed time so if I seem to be slurring my words, it's not intentional. Tonight we get to see the 3 incredible overnight dates in Hawaii. We're in beautiful Maui to kick off the week. A tan and toned Jillian in a yellow and white striped bikini is walking the beach and hanging out in the ocean.
Date 1 is with Kiptyn and the two of them meet up on a hanging suspension bridge. They run toward each other and we have our first lift up greeting hug. Kiptyn is still adorable and it's always fun to see their easy chemistry. They get into an open air tractor type vehicle and ride off through some fields. They stop at a ropes course so Jillian can torture him with some trust games. With bright yellow helmets, the two of them look like they are utility servicing company workers. Jillian is appreciating that the Kipper can be silly while on the ropes course and still make out with her in between trying to maintain his balance on a tight rope.
Their final challenge is the "leap of faith," where they have to stand on a single pole and jump in the air for a trapeze. It looks absolutely terrifying. Jillian looks like she's going to puke.
I can't believe they were able to just stand upright on the poles and could leap for the trapeze - it looked completely scary. But both of them find that jumping from poles and testing their balance can lead to love. I'm not sure I get the whole ropes course thing, but maybe it works for some. If you made me climb up a tall poll and told me to jump out into the middle of nothing, I would not find that romantic - I'd probably cry.
It's night time, and Jillian is all dolled up in a black jump suit - an impossible piece of clothing to take off. Perhaps Jillian is trying to restrain herself. They are at the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa and dinner awaits them outside. Jillian asks him what his flaws are as she can't name them. (Hello, his MOTHER??!!). The Kipster thinks his lack of patience is one of his flaws and that none of his other relationships were good enough. Jillian is psyched she is getting the raw and real conversation that she wanted before. Kiptyn's spitting out things like "leap of faith" and that Jillian should "get what she deserves." This makes her smile. Now the card inviting them to stay together overnight comes again. They move into the overnight suite together and there's tons of kissing and cuddling. Ahhh, so it's NOT Kiptyn that is having some sexual issues. Phew. Jillian says she is "falling in love with the real Kiptyn." Ooooh, "L" word. Is anybody else noticing the way that Kiptyn hugs Jillian? It's always a bit awkward, almost like he immediately bends his neck to make sure they don't bang heads, but it's over exaggerated. Almost peacock like. Ok, maybe that's just me and my lack of sleep. Check it out next time.
It's daytime again and Jillian greets Reid with a beach ball and a big kiss and hug. Jillian asks Reid what he wants to do, and he says, "Make out!" And that's what they do basically. They are both wearing gray outfits (are they color coordinated?). A helicopter appears and takes them away over the beautiful island of Maui. It flies over the water, mountains, clouds, and waterfalls - the pilot announces that he is an ordained minister and does helicopter weddings. Reid seems excited about the prospect of getting married to Jillian, but then probably realizes he is Jewish and needs a rabbi there too. Reid and Jillian make a picnic on a gorgeous area of
Maui. Reid tells Jillian he kind of feels rushed and he doesn't like when she is with other guys. He admits that he is not very good with expressing his emotions verbally. They spend a significant amount of their date just kissing. You can tell he's really struggling because he seems to very much like her. I think Jillian likes watching him sweat it out, and although she already knows that he cares about her very much, she wants to hear him actually say it aloud.
It's night again and Jillian appears in a very pretty, strapless tangerine maxi dress. More making out after Reid greets her. They have a nice, romantic dinner on the beach. All Jillian wants is for Reid to tell her how he's feeling. They sip wine and talk about whether Reid is ready to propose at the end of this. Jills is really laying it on thick. She's doing all of the talking - about moving to Philly, about raising a family - basically everything serious a person could possibly raise, she does . And Reid is not running away. His hair is as confused as he is in expressing his emotions. You can tell that Jillian trusts him and has so much more of a relaxed vibe around him than with Kiptyn. The fantasy suite card comes and they agree to go together (looks like they are staying at the Westin). Reid admits that the "L" word could happen at some point in the future. He says this as he drops one of his hands close to her tush. Very romantic. Ooooh, we see Jillian's orange dress on the floor and her and Reid in the bathtub - are they naked??? Is this a family show anymore? I don't think we're supposed to see this, are we? Will there be an X-rated version of this show for sale online? You know some production person is selling a tape on the Internet that is NOT set to romantic Bachelorette guitar music. BTW, there are candles and rose petals everywhere around the bath tub. I'm guessing Reid may feel used after this is all over.
We're up to Date 3 in Maui. This picture on the left says it all. Could they be any more in love?? In a blue tank top, Ed greets Jillian and they go out on a catamaran on the water. Ahhhh, the romantic Bachelorette music is BACK in full force. Phew, because I almost forgot what it sounded like. Jillian complains that she never gets to meet his family, and it's hard to get engaged without doing so. Ed says that his family calls him "Richie" and for some reason Jillian find this to be adorable. They get into their bathing suits and dive into the water. There's some crazy underwater cameras filming all of the body language going on in the water between them, and it's hot!
Ed announces that he has flown his parents out there to meet Jillian. It would be horrible for him to introduce Jillian to his parents and then have her dump him. Oh man, is it Ed that has trouble in the bedroom? I sure hope not - he's doing so well in his comeback since he left!! They are back at the hotel and Jilli covers up her sexy little bikini to be "parent presentable." Sitting on the couch, Jillian meets Ed's parents, Judy and Rick. His mom is so adorable and has Ed's eyes - she is so happy to see how much Jillian adores her son. It's actually a very cute family. Ed's dad looks young, and I like his smile (and crazy mustache). Judy takes Jillian off for some private conversation. Ed's dad is so cute, "What the hell are we doing here...what is going on?" he says. His dad is very concerned about Ed putting his job on the line (wow, he's actually normal!). Ed says he "swears he would get engaged if Jillian picked him." Woahhhh, Ed's in deep!!! Go Ed!!! He's totally lost it and now we have to watch it all unfold. Rick comes out to talk to Jillian and get to the bottom of things. Ed's dad basically tears up after seeing his son so happy and Jillian tears up too. I'm tearing up watching this. Why do I care?? Go Jillian and Ed. I think his parents are very sincere.
Ed's tiny little green shorts are a bit too high, but at this point, Jillian doesn't seem to care. They sit on the beach together and kiss. She whips out the fantasy suite date card and he is all smiles. They decide to take advantage of it. (Later on during the credits, Jillian comments that she likes Ed's little green shorts).
It's night again at the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa. Jillian thinks Ed is so sexy - and he makes her heart skip. There are rose petals, tea lights and flowers everywhere. Are these two ever going to stop touching each other? Ed really wants to come home to somebody and not check his email til 9 PM at night (ugh, how about 9 PM conference calls, Ed?? I feel your pain!). Ed is very able to express himself and is easily able to tell her that he's falling in love with her. You know Jillian has gotta be loving this.
Off they go together into the bedroom and start making out. Jillian goes into the bathroom and comes out wearing a low cut white cotton shirt and Ed says, "This girl is smoking hot...why does she like me?" I love that they are so into each other. She gives him a massage using oils (OMG, ABC is REALLY going all out with the sexual references...this must really have been a boring season). So there they are in the bedroom, and I'm just waiting for disaster to hit, as promised in the previews. Oh no. Here it comes.
I don't really understand what happened, but Jillian says something about how the affection she thought would happen didn't - and she doesn't know why. She is confused as to whether there is any chemistry. It's not really clear what went on. So for the whole season we have been seeing a preview of this bedroom disaster and when it finally happens, we see like 10 seconds of some confusion which does not explain anything other than a possible lack of chemistry. It doesn't make any sense. Is ABC trying to make us believe that there is any way that Jillian isn't going to pick Ed? Did they stage this fake bedroom disaster to make it seem like more of a competition for Kip's sake? Her chemistry with Ed is on a another planet than her chemistry with any of the other guys combined.
Jillian shows up to the rose ceremony in an adorable red, beige and black silk long dress. Jillian admits that she's having the strong feelings she is supposed to feel. Jillian admits that she she is falling in love with more than one guy.
The guys leave her private video messages to carry out this show even a bit longer - perhaps the most intense message comes from Ed who says he wants the chance to propose and that he loves her. Holy Ed!! Who is she going to dump???
It's another rose ceremony and the 3 guys are all adorable and tan. There's nothing more attractive to a guy than when the girl of your dreams comes up to you and says, "I am falling in love with all of you." If that doesn't make you feel special, not sure what will.Jillian pulls Ed aside to talk to him about their lack of chemistry in the bedroom. He assures her this is not a permanent issue and to trust him. Final 2 roses go to: KIPTYN and....Ed!!!!! OH NO, good-bye, Reid. So sad!!! He is so regretting getting used in the bathtub on the overnight suite date.
Jillian walks Reid out. She tells him that he's goofy, and fun and that they have a connection. Ultimately, it sounds like he didn't open up enough. They linger a bit and put their heads together and there's some sighs and cries. It doesn't look like Jillian is convinced she made the right decision when she says good bye to him. Jillian cries by herself after she says goodbye to Reid. In the limo, Reid admits that the reason things didn't work out was his fault. Ed comes over to comfort Jills.
Next week it's the Men til All. Angry Dave is back. Wes will be torn apart. There's a reunion of sorts in Vegas that seems interesting. Jason and Molly are back to talk about how much everyone hates them. This is all exciting stuff. Perhaps the most exciting will be Jillian's final dates with the guys, them meeting her family and more views of Hawaii. They are off to the Big Island. I kind of like this tour of Hawaii. It's like the Bachelorette is scouting out potential honeymoon locations for us. It's fun!
Ok, can't keep my eyes open any longer. I've got my next call in 8 hours from now. Let's hear your latest thoughts on tonight's episode. Are you sad to see Reid go? As he came in third place and Jillian came in third place, do you think he'd make a good next Bachelor? Is there any way that Ed doesn't win this thing? Do you believe the lack of chemistry in the bedroom scene? Are you scared of Kiptyn's mother?
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