Allyson is home safe and sound!

Thu, Jul 1, 2010

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Ally is home safe and sound from her 2 week adventure to India. She looks great with a healthy glow. The highway was closed, I got lost, parked in the wrong place. Then my phone died. Got in car an saw there was ZERO gas! Limped to the baggage pickup. Looked thru the glass and saw my ex-husband. What a great guy. I got very lucky twice. I feel relieved. Let car and ran into hug her and hug her. Didn’t realize how much I missed her. Lots of catching up to do today. Oh and gas? limped 5 miles to put in $58! I was really empty. Now I am full on all counts!

43 Responses to “Allyson is home safe and sound!”

  1. forte' Duce Says:
    July 15th, 2010 at 10:03 am

    Hi Jill,
    I am waiting for you to post the Sean Hannity clips; I did not get to see you when you were on his show. I hope you do a Fourth Season on New York House wives. I think you are what makes the show.
    I do not agree with the way Bravo had the show going this season, so I know next season will be different. I can not believe the level Bravo sink to just to get high rating (more viewers) for the show. the American viewers were out of control with anger. Thank goodness the season is over. Please come back for the Fourth Season – you are the best House Wive on the show.

  2. Donna Says:
    July 14th, 2010 at 7:22 pm

    Jill, you are a very generous person and I love your mother. I know the past year has been hard and I hope that the coming year will be better. I am not one to blog, but just wanted to tell you to stay strong. We all make mistakes. I think the world would be so much better if we would practice forgiveness (hard to do, I know),,,I hope that someday all of the housewives will reach out to each other in love. I am almost certain that your mom would agree with me :o )

  3. Brian Blaze Says:
    July 14th, 2010 at 3:08 pm

    Jill,

    Gwen Bridge wrote a great blog today about which housewives should return. She loves you as do we all and I thought you and your fans would enjoy reading it.

    Love Brian

    http://idonotlikelynnhudson.wordpress.com/2010/07/14/i-hate-alex-mccord-7-14-2010

  4. Cali-girl Says:
    July 14th, 2010 at 2:40 pm

    Just wanted to post that from what I’m reading on the message boards and blogs is that the same people who dislike you are the same ones who support Teresa and Ashley and Jaqueline.

    The same people who support Alexis & Jim, Teresa, Ashley, Alex and You Know Who are the same ones who support assault and battery against a woman who was running away from a crime.

  5. Barbara Says:
    July 12th, 2010 at 10:28 pm

    Hi Jill,
    I think you are great. You have always been my favorite housewife from New York. I honestly hope you and Bethany can become good friends again. I think Lu Anne kept that from happening. One of the viewers wrote that they think Kelly and LuAnne are your true friend nope! DO NOT agree. I think LuAnne likes the way you and Bethany are not friends anymore. LuAnne is not happy…misery loves company. I can tell you really really were hurt at the reunion and I felt badly for you. At the same time, when Bethany went to appologize to you and make amends in one of the episodes, she too was just as hurt as you were when you refused to make up. Its sad that the two of you are no longer friends. I think you are a great person. I think you are down to earth and girl you are one pretty women! :) I’m keeping my fingers crossed you and Bethany will become good friends again. Both of you are very hurt right now. I don’t think either one of you are to blame. I blame LuAnne for getting in the middle of the make up on that one episode. I think Romona was a great friend for trying to get you and Bethany to talk that day. Give Bethany some time, she came to you to make amends first, you rejected her, thanks to LuAnne. Then when you went to her to make amends she was really hurt and rejected you…give her time, she is busy right now but when things settle down, I believe you two will make up and be close friends again… I hope :)

  6. Patricia R. Says:
    July 12th, 2010 at 8:58 pm

    Hi Jill, I just wanted to share a little story with you. I have an old friend who is down on his luck due to the bad economy. So I have been helping him in different ways and then he helps me out with things that I can’t do by myself. Well now it seems like his luck is improving and he has not been calling as much. So when I called him to ask when he might stop by again because I needed some help, he said he didn’t know when he could because he is “booked”. My feelings were so hurt that my first thought was “well buddy, you are cut off from my help ever again”. But then I said to myself, oh my gosh I’m reacting emotionally and need to step back. I’m probably feeling just like Jill did when she thought B. let her down. I guess that is why I see your side better than B.’s. So what would Jill do? I guess it is in your book. I need the chapter on what to do when the people that you think would be there for you, as you were for them, can’t be bothered, and how to look at it objectively. I often read that many people think the RH shows are mindless entertainment, but maybe we learn positive things from watching other people live their lives on TV. Although after tonight’s episode of RHONJ, that statement may need some revising. Take care.

  7. Cats Says:
    July 11th, 2010 at 11:13 am

    @Amy,
    Yeah I read the article with E! also, it showed me that like I’ve been saying all along Bethenny has NO class and needs to move along. When she feels insecure about the topic of the interview or runs out of one-liners she’s compelled to throw a dig or dagger at Jill. Whereas our ever classy Jill hasn’t mentioned Bethenny or the blow-up since the reunion shows were done. I’m team Jill all the way, she said it right she has a good life and has nothing to be jealous about! Bethenny’s routine has gotten OLD, I wonder when she’ll tire out and just be a mom and wife. Jill’s been there done that and from the looks of things quite well! KUDO’S to you Jill!
    Love XOXO Cats

    • Cali-girl Says:
      July 12th, 2010 at 2:02 pm

      So true!

      I just love it when our Jill simply doesn’t respond to the insults coming from You Know Who.

      A great read is the Gift of Fear by Gavin de Becker:

      “There is a rule we call ‘engage and enrage.’ The more attachment you have – whether favorable or unfavorable – the more this will escalate…If you talk to (her) him, what you say becomes the issue.

      The only way you can have your desired outcome right now is to have no contact. Only then will (s)he begin to find other solutions to (her) his problems , which you can’t help with anyway…”
      - p. 151 The gift of Fear, by Gavin de Becker

  8. JohndamCastle Says:
    July 11th, 2010 at 7:52 am

    So nice to find you are actually relaxing and enjoying yourself for a change this summer. Happy to know you have decided to take it easy and enjoy the really important things in your life, your family. Friends may come and friends may go, and some friends you thought were friends unfotunately may not truly be your friends at all. The Housewive’s shows on Bravo show all us other housewives at home one thing, your live’s do not differ from our live’s at all. You fight the same battles every day we do. I believe we all have been used and abused by people we thought were our friends and it hurts so badly words cannot express it. Some people will use us to get to the top because they are jealous of us, that hurts too. You are better off without your worst enemy Ramona and her side kick Alex. As Alex said, Status is everything and she enjoys being the villian. It shows. Ramona has wanted to be you for so long, she had to steal your identity from you, she is truly not your friend at all. And the newest housewife, she follows wherever she can get the most freebies and attention, she is not loyal to anyone. So, you as always have been the one housewife I have always watched, your true friends are Kelly and LuAnne. I do not believe I will ever watch that show again, too much hurt of another person. Be happy Jill, you do deserve it…don’t listen to those who want to blame you for their faults. And Bethenney, well, she loves the limelight…she would not have been led away from you if she did not want to leave. She just got finally got on her own two feet and didn’t need you anymore. Ramona will be jealous of her soon when she cannot control her and Alex will turn on her if she feels Bethenney is stealing her limelight. You are the smart one, you got out before you had more damage done to you. Good Luck and we are all proud of you and your family.

  9. Amy Says:
    July 9th, 2010 at 4:31 pm

    Happy your daughter is home safely!

    I am sure the wedding was hard for you to watch last night… Bethenny recently said you two aren’t in touch and have nothing to do with each other. Sorry to hear that. Hopefully you can meet her baby one day and reach out when the time is right.

  10. stacy Says:
    July 9th, 2010 at 3:03 pm

    Jill, I think you are great. Please be careful with the people on the other couch. Ramona’s behavior was bizarre. I just don’t like her at all and Alex did cause so much of it. You have been very generous to Alex and apologized to her at your party. I think the editing was done to harm you as well. I love you, continue to be the lady you are and it you ever want a Southern Belle as a friend I’d be honored.

  11. deb Moore Says:
    July 8th, 2010 at 6:55 pm

    You’re awesome! i have a newly graduated daughter also…she has already started college and moved out. I feel the way you do when our daughters are gone and when we see them we just want to squeeze them. Don’t change a bit…when you said you went to pick up Allie and got lost , ran out of gas, boy you were describing me..but we would sprint to the ends of the earth for our daughters!!Love ya..Can’t wait till next season.
    p.s. Ramona is not a real friend and Alex is a user!

  12. Billie Says:
    July 8th, 2010 at 5:08 pm

    Thought I would share this!
    http://idonotlikelynnhudson.wordpress.com/2010/07/08/i-hate-alex-mccord-7-8-2010/

  13. Cecilia Says:
    July 7th, 2010 at 9:28 pm

    Jill,

    I have to say you looked fantastic at the reunion show. Your hair, make-up, dress, and shoes was a knock-out. I know I cannot afford your clothes but I have to know who is the designer of the black dress you wore and where did you get it? Despite all the drama on the reunion show you never looked better! Girls eat your heart out!

    • Carole Says:
      July 8th, 2010 at 6:45 am

      Jill….So glad that Allyson is home safe and sound. Her trip is practice for sending her away to college. Bring a box of tissue, you will cry the entire way home. I have two daughters, 23 and 15. One has graduated and relocated to another state. Thank goodness I still have 3 years with the 15 year old!

      I agree with Cecilia…..you have always looked awesome, but this year, you had a special glow, and looked your best. Whatever you are doing, keep it up.

      Enjoy your summer,
      Carole

  14. onelia Says:
    July 6th, 2010 at 1:08 pm

    Jill thanks to Maggie for deleting my reply that has my full name on it.
    I am from south east asia, and u said that u r planning to create bed linens. There are high quality fabrics from where i came from and as far as labor is concern it is cheap. Enormous ideas I can share with you. E-mail me if r interested

  15. Miriam L. Says:
    July 5th, 2010 at 3:55 pm

    Hi Jill,
    I’ve only recently started watching RHONY around the middle of Season 3. Loved the show so much I purchased the Season 1 dvd which I just finished watching. I think that you are often misunderstood, because you are hilarious and have no problem speaking your mind – it’s obvious that you are truly a good person. You and Bobby are so cute together, it seems he’s a great guy and that he treats you like a Princess…I am lucky in that regard as well. I can relate to the sitation with Bethenny, who I also love watching, because I had a “breakup” with a good girlfriend long ago that lasted several years; thank goodness it all worked out and we’ve been bff’s ever since. I hope things work out for you as well, and I hope to see you next season because I am officially “hooked”!

  16. Dani Says:
    July 5th, 2010 at 2:58 pm

    Hi Jill,
    I think you’ve taken a pretty bad beating this year. Do so hope you are enjoying your summer in the hamptons with your family and friends. I hope you get everything you deserve.

  17. Paula Says:
    July 4th, 2010 at 7:49 pm

    I get sick every time Alex and her wacko nutcase of a husband are on, ugh…. she is borderline nuts. Why does anyone bother w/ her? All she wanted from day 1 was to get to know people w/ money. I for one look for friends/aquaintances that are real. I don’t care what money anyone has. My family has money and lots of it and has not tainted a one of us. My father alway’s said that if you talk about it, you don’t have. Alex is alway’s checking the other hw’s out, from top to bottom. What a wack job as you can tell she bothers me. At the opening of the show when she say’s, “Too some people status is everything.” Barf…barf…..barf. She is classless and sneaky. Any who, love you and your humour. Take care have a great time in the H’tons.

  18. Carol in KY. Says:
    July 3rd, 2010 at 8:34 pm

    Jill,

    I think your beautiful on the outside and the inside! You have a beautiful spirit. I hope that you return to the HWNYC, I don’t know if I could watch it without you on there.
    My Daughter lives in CA and I miss her everyday terribly! Enjoy Ally and cherish this time with her! They grow up too soon. We want to move back again to the west to be closer to her. She was just diagnosed with MS, we were heart sick. I was in NYC last year at this time but circumstances were different this year so I couldn’t make it with the Family. It is beautiful and it changed my life!

    Take care and thanks for putting in these delicious recipes! (I love to cook as well) and I hope we see more! I love your Mom by the way and Bobby is super and so kind.

    love and hugs!
    Carol in KY.

  19. Cats Says:
    July 3rd, 2010 at 4:57 pm

    Thank-you, thank-you Brian,
    I always knew that Alex and Simon were “POSERS” but that blog proved it! Alex is very UGLY and mean-spirited! Kelly said it right she is channeling the DEVIL! What a low budget B! Jill is far better than them, should she decide not to come back for a fourth season I would completely understand, even though I would miss the show because I would not watch it without her on!

  20. celka Says:
    July 3rd, 2010 at 3:43 pm

    Hi Jill, good to hear from you. Glad You and family are well and happy and together for the holidays! Perspective is gained when surrounded by love, the negative stuff can stay away. Have a wonderful summer, good luck in all your ventures.

  21. karlacn Says:
    July 3rd, 2010 at 3:12 pm

    hi jill, would love to see more posts on ginger; you don’t give him/her (?) enough attention; i don’t even know if its a boy or a girl! i’m sure he must have been really happy to see allyson back home :)

  22. Brian Says:
    July 3rd, 2010 at 2:26 pm

    Jill,

    I thought your fans might like this blog.
    It is very Team Jill

    http://idonotlikelynnhudson.wordpress.com/2010/07/01/i-hate-alex-mccord-5/

  23. Kelly Says:
    July 3rd, 2010 at 1:09 am

    LOL! The E on the gas gauge stands for Empty not Excellent, so my husband says. Have a great weekend catching up and spending well deserved time with the family! xoxo Kelly

  24. Joe Says:
    July 3rd, 2010 at 12:24 am

    I love it i so often am running around that i totally forget to put gas in! What are you driving these days I remeber when bobby got you that pretty M-benz but you didnt like it because there was no ipod hookup! hope all is well can’t wait to see you next season!!

  25. Shannon Says:
    July 2nd, 2010 at 11:46 pm

    First, this blog is great. I think it allows the fans of the show to really express their opinions and hope that you do read them ;) The fans keep the show going, so I think it is great that you read and often respond. Please keep it up!! I think we all offer some good advice. Don’t you???
    First, I have to say that your daughter, Ally, seems like a really good kid. Very grounded which is obviously a reflection of her upbringing. She is too cute! In fact, I think all the housewives kids seem really genuine and grounded. Avery, Victoria, Noel, etc. I would really like to see more of them on future seasons.
    Secondly, I think you were really misrepresented this past season on RHoNY. You weren’t perfect, but neither were any of the other housewives. You have insecurities, and so do the others. If you return to the show, I am afraid that Bravo will want to play up the drama between you and Alex – further reinforcing how you were misrepresented this past season. You can either kill her with niceness, or if you can’t, then leave the show. Jill, please don’t buy into the drama and don’t exploit it. I’m afraid that Simon and Alex will do just the opposite. Be the bigger person and go on that “spiritual journey” if you must!

    I feel certain that Bethenny will leave the show, but in my opinion it is mostly because she can’t deal with the hurt and the loss of your friendship. In the past she has run from situations that have hurt her. She is happy in her comfort zone right now (BGM, Jason, Bryn), which knowing her background, seems to make sense. In all honesty, the situation between you and Bethenny makes the fans of the show really sad. I know it makes me sad because true female friendships are a rarity and are extra special. In time, Bethenny will realize that she had something really special with you and will come back to you. Be who you are, stay away from drama, and Bethenny will realize that her best friend that she really loves is still there. She does not have the same kind of friendship with Ramona and Alex that she did with you.
    Actions speak louder than words, cards, letters, phone calls, flowers, presents, etc. Just remember that, Jill. Bethenny needs to see the “real” Jill and she will come back to you. Question is, will you be ready when she does?

  26. Kate Says:
    July 2nd, 2010 at 10:01 pm

    Jill,
    I have always thought you were great…touchy season but…ya know, we all have our moments!!! I can’t imagine but a “reality” show must make it worse!!! Congrats on your daughters accomplishments (I have 3 so I get it). My question for you is. Who was your plastic surgeon for your recuction? You look so natural & beautiful. I know you were already tiny, but your reduction just seems to accentuate this feature.
    Thanks & Happiness!!
    Kate

  27. KY Says:
    July 1st, 2010 at 10:55 pm

    LOL! You were so excited about Ally coming home you forgot to check the gas! Glad she’s home safe and sound and, I’m sure, with lots of fun stories to tell. Take care and tell Bobby I said Hi – he’s super cool!

  28. Kelli Says:
    July 1st, 2010 at 10:09 pm

    Dear Jill,
    I love watching you on the show. You are absolutely my favorite housewife of all time. The dramathis season you dealt with really broke my heart. Especially when you arrived at Ramona’s getaway. I wanted to smack everyone of them. Anyway, you handled everything the right way. I have three children of my own and hope I can teach them things I have learned from you. Have a nice and relaxing summer with your family.
    Luv ya girl, Kelli from Texas!

  29. sara Says:
    July 1st, 2010 at 9:52 pm

    Hi Jill,
    Here is a wonderful blog I found. It talks a lot about your charity efforts etc. I thought your readers would enjoy it.
    Happy 4th!!

    http://idonotlikelynnhudson.wordpress.com/2010/06/23/i-hate-alex-mccord-5/

  30. Valerie Says:
    July 1st, 2010 at 9:33 pm

    Jill,
    I have watched from the beginning of the show. I feel you were dealt the wrong cards this season. I believe you have a good heart and meant well. When you were thrown out at Romona’s girl’s vacation, it appalled me. They were sooooo rude. Alex’s reaction was a little over board. Come on here… They were the mean girls. I felt so sorry for you. People make mistakes and change. Forgiveness is a virtue. They were also so quick to jump all over you on the reunion show. I believe time will heal all with your friendship with Bethemy.
    On the other side, glad your daughter made it back safe and sound. Yes, the experience on the way will seem funny later that is if it doesn’t already. You have a great sense of humor. Stay yourself and true to yourself! Love Bobby… he is your rock and you his… yall are great for each other (very supportive of each other). Your family seems the most stable of all. You embrace everyone and have always welcomed others.

  31. Susan Says:
    July 1st, 2010 at 8:29 pm

    Hi Jill,
    Short and sweet, I am a fan!! I have watched all of the seasons and must say you have always been my favorite. Have a safe and wonderful summer with your family.

  32. Marilyn Says:
    July 1st, 2010 at 6:26 pm

    Jill: I was really upset with you before the reunion show concerning your attitude with the other women. But……. after watching you and seeing how emotional you were at different times, my heart started to melt. I really believe that you are changed and hope that you can move forward. I had to give up a long time friend several years ago, it was hard and like you said, like a divorce. Keep moving forward and know that people are always going to talk, trash and love. Please, just temper what you say. I laughed when you said you were trying to be funny like Bethenney. I do that at times, and it doesn’t work for me either.

  33. Emilyad Says:
    July 1st, 2010 at 5:33 pm

    Oh Jill! Sounds like a horror story in the moment, but what great memories! Those types of things are always torturous in the moment but so funny to look back on. I’ve been to NYC ten times and my next trip I am going to ZARIN FABRICS! I would seriously fall on the ground if I met you! LOVE LOVE LOVE YOU! So glad Ally made it back safely and hope her trip went well. Ally seems like such a great person; with you and Bobby as parents, how could she not be a great person? I read on a blog that you might not be returning to RHONY… :( I almost cried. I feel like you are my friend!!! I hope your summer is going well! I miss seeing you on my t.v.! xoxoxoxo

  34. John K Says:
    July 1st, 2010 at 3:40 pm

    Jill!!!! I LOVE YOU! I LOVE YOU!! I LOVE YOU!!! I have been a fan of the show since the beginning and YOU are my favorite!! I would be please to call myself one of your “GAY’s”
    John

  35. Suzanne Says:
    July 1st, 2010 at 3:32 pm

    Dear Jill,
    What a jaunt to the airport!
    YOU are a TROOPER–SUCH a devoted and loving mother–So beautiful–So smart–You’re the best!
    Happy 4th of July weekend!

  36. DSGeorge Says:
    July 1st, 2010 at 9:44 am

    So glad Ally made it home safe and sound….and glad you got to the gas station – running out of gas is such a bummer!

    Enjoy the rest of your summer — I know from experience that the summer before your child goes off to college goes by sooooooo fast! Make every minute count! Of course, they want their time with friends so its a balancing act at times so when she wants to be with them let it happen – you will be glad you did in the long run!

    Take care Jill!!

  37. Lori Lester Says:
    July 1st, 2010 at 9:25 am

    HI Jill, My 16 yr old daughter Valerie and I visited your store yesterday (Wed. June 30th) and I was so happy to meet your hubby Bobby. He informed me that you were doing a tv promo. He was so sweet, I didn’t want to bother him at work and he was willing to pose for a pic with me. We’re from Boston and he told me how you two were there not too long ago, hanging out on Newbury St. You’re store is amazing and OF COURSE I just had to purchase your autographed book and get my very own Real Housewife keychain LOL. I’m 48, I probably sound like an 18 yrs old!! LOL Well have a great summer, glad your daughter is back home safely. Looking forward to another season of NYC Real Housewives!! Love ya, Lori

  38. Cats Says:
    July 1st, 2010 at 9:20 am

    How great Jill! After the past season it seems as though God has granted you an abundance of GOOD! Much deserved I might add, enjoy your catch up time with Allyson!