Then the Seanie Bear Plunge date…
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6. Do the girls actually pack their bags before each rose ceremony?
Yup! When they get walked out to the car, they are headed away from the show with their stuff. We only see them with their one suitcase but trust me…people are grabbing their other suitcases. I believe Sean took 3 suitcases when he filmed the Bachelorette…so you can only imagine how many these girls have.
7. What advice did I give Sean before he left to film the show?
To listen to the other girls in the house if they said one girl in particular was trouble. Yes I really said that. And yes, I have rubbed it in his face that he didn’t listen and should have!
8. Did Sean get to pick the destination cities they visit?
Yes. Before they started filming, they asked Sean where he wanted to go and which cities he wanted to visit…Sean told them that he wanted them to pick. He told them what he wanted to do on dates (thrill sports, adventurous things) but for them to pick the destinations. So, yes, they asked him but he let them pick.
9. What is Sean’s favorite meal?
My mom’s meatloaf recipe. Click here to see it!
10. What is my proudest moment of Sean?
Well…I’ve a lot! I was so proud the first time I went to Kansas State and saw him play Division 1 College Football. He had worked so hard to be there, and I was super proud of him. I was so proud of the entire season of the Bachelorette. I was so proud when I went to visit him at his first business. He worked really hard and was an instant entrepreneur. I have been proud many times over watching him be an uncle to my kids. His love for them is so obvious. There are countless times that I’ve been proud of him. This doesn’t even begin to scratch the surface.
11. Is the filming of the show true and accurate?
Yes! That was the biggest thing I took away from our hometown date with Emily. There are no scripts or prompts…they create elaborate settings and include a variety of strong personalities, so there will be drama of course! But the show is truthful. These girls are who they are. Sean is who he is. I have never once felt like they were trying to get us to be people we weren’t, act a way we don’t normally act or say things we didn’t genuinely want to say.
12. Sean’s faith and Selma’s faith…
I received multiple comments about Sean’s faith being different than Selma’s faith. First, Selma never said on TV what her faith was today. She said what her family’s faith was, but not her personal faith. I know for a fact that Sean and Selma discussed their faith openly and honestly and unfortunately that wasn’t aired (they can’t air everything!). The only thing that was aired was what her family believed. All Sean cares about is the heart and faith of the one woman in his life…not the entire family.
13. What has been my most uncomfortable moment watching this season?
The “do you like chocolate” comment. I’m still staying away from Hershey Kisses after that.
14. Does Sean really not like drama or does he just keep saying that?
Oh heavens no! Speaking as someone who lived with him for 18 years…that boy does not like to hear girls complain about other girls. In fact, even today, as a 31 year old mama of two, if I complain about a girl friend to him, he tells me to knock it off. Seriously!
15. Is Sean friends with other Bachelors or Bachelorettes from seasons past?
Yes! He has hung out with most of them…friends with them all. That is a very tight knit community.
Sheaffer {Pinterest Told Me To} says
Fighting lions in bikinis is a GREAT idea! LOVE IT!
buckles10 says
Catherine is a beautiful girl…do you know what nationality she is? My daughter thinks Phillipino?
Narci D says
Great recap! Have I mentioned how much I love you relationship with your brother? 🙂 So special! I need to try that meatloaf recipe! 🙂
Anonymous says
What was up with that sweater Sean was wearing on his date with Des? Even my husband commented on how ugly it was. LOL! Did someone from the show pick out his clothes for him? Please tell me he did NOT pick out that sweater himself!
Mix and Match Mama says
Sean's wardrobe was a team effort…but he had a say in everything. I guess he liked the old lady sweater???
Aubs says
love that Smith was so excited to see the "water firemen" ~ too cute!!!
i've probably said it before but i LOVE the relationship you and Sean have! i hope and pray that my boys share the same type of love and support and friendship as they grow up!! =)
RachelZoe says
Your answer to number 10 made me cry! I love how close your family is… it reminds me of how close my family is, too! I love reading your's and Sheaffer's websites everyday!!
-Rachel Tapscott
Shelli says
I cannot imagine if this were my brother! Tierra?? I'd have to drive to his house and slap him upside his head. 🙂 You all seem to have a great relationship and family. I love reading your recaps!
KRISTIN says
I wanted to punch the TV when Sean picked Tierra! I'm excited for him to figure out that she's a loon! And I love that Smith was so concerned with her mascara! So stinkin' cute! 🙂
Anonymous says
I feel the same way Tierra is such a dramaqueen hope that he has sense enough to see it
Meghan B says
Shay, I love your tweets and this blog! Very refreshing perspective from the inside. Also your kids are seriously some of the cutest kids…ever!
The Dose of Reality says
Loving getting the inside scoop from Sean's sister! We are THRILLED with this season and think Sean is the greatest! 🙂
http://www.thedoseofreality.com/2013/02/06/hotsean-and-bothered/
{Hi Sugarplum!} says
So fun to read your perspective of it all! I've been to Banff and skied Lake Louise — so I especially loved this episode (watched just for you, fyi) 🙂 I think seeing all the places they travel is my fave part of the show! And funny…my hubs doesn't watch with me, and is a therapist…and he happened to walk in during a Tierra breakdown, and he diagnosed her on the spot! 😉 #craycray
April says
I really am enjoying reading your recaps of the show. Gives me a whole different perspective. Looking forward to watching the next episode…I'm hooked!
kristinwithani says
Again, Shay, thank you! Your posts are great.
JESSICA says
Seeing Tierra hyperventilating prior to her even taking her clothes off before the plunge…ummm ya. That could only lead to drama.
(I was mentally telling Uncle Seanie to give her the boot.
Sidenote: Is it weird that people now want to call him Uncle Seanie? Can he just adopt all of our children, please?!) 🙂
Melissa F says
I love the 'behind the scenes' info! So fun! Thanks for being willing and open to share – it makes watching the show that much more enjoyable. (And Sean is my most favorite person that has ever been on the show… I was heartbroken when Emily sent him home last season and was so happy that he chose to try again! Yay Sean!)
Anonymous says
One of the best moments of Episode 6, was when Ashlee shared her heart about letting go of control and how scary that is for her…and then invited Sean to lead the way. When he scooped her up in his arms and carried her, it was one of the most tender, romantic, thoughtful moments I'd seen.
Nothing like speaking directly to her heart…without saying a word!! 🙂 Go Sean!!
mel @ the larson lingo says
Love your recaps, totally look forward to reading them after each episode!!!
I have a question:
How did you feel about Sean letting Sarah go early instead of waiting for the rose ceremony? I felt so bad for her, I totally get that there wasn't a connection with them (I could tell there was no spark) but I just felt bad for her that he didn't wait until the rose ceremony. I totally see both sides of it, but my heart just broke for her. Your thoughts? 🙂
Spencer and Michelle says
Goos recap. 🙂 Coming from a Canadian girl I will tell you anything with Maple Syrup or Smoked Salmon would be a 'Canadian Recipe'. 🙂
Maureen W. (Maryland) says
So far this has been one of my favorite seasons because of the fun, adventurous, outdoorsy things they have done. I have now added Whitefish, MT and Lake Louise/Banff to my dream list of places I'd like to travel. (Hmmm … Maybe Mix and Match Travel could offer Bachelor-themed vacation packages? 🙂 Smith's comments about the water firemen and Tierra's makeup made me laugh out loud. The things they focus on … XOXO
Cherrisse says
First time reading your recap. And I have to say I agree with you about the chocolate comment. It was too lame for me. 🙂 I am following you on twitter now too!
Hootie Fan says
The dresses that the women wear for the rose ceremony…. are they really the women's??? Or is there a stylist or whatever that helps the women with those particular dresses? Just curious because they would have to own a lot of pretty fancy dresses if they come on this show… unless of course they only are there a short amount of time.
And I am concurring with the comment about that hideous sweater Sean wore …. just wrong.
I really like several of the ladies…. Des, Catherine, Lindsay, Leslie…. so its going to be hard…. I think it will come down to Des and Catherine.
Tierra is a nightmare and shame on Sean for not listening to you. She makes it hard to watch the show. Seriously.
tiffany says
Oh my gosh. I am going straight to your blog for bachelor recaps. You, my dear, are hilarious!!!!! Love it!!!