Season Almost over..

168 Responses to “Season Almost over..”

Susan Weyrick Says:
June 21st, 2010 at 5:57 pm
Dear Jill, I can’t believe how badly the other “ladies” treated you this season. You are still my favorite housewife and I will pray that you and Bethany finally make up. Talk about fame going to your head – Alex needs to take a long (like her face) hard look in the mirror. Just who does she think she is? Just know, and I’m sure you will by reading all of these posts, that many of us think you’re the greatest NY Housewife of all!!
Kathy Says:
June 20th, 2010 at 12:35 am
Jill… you were always my favorite… this season was tough for you. I think partially it was the influence of the countless.. but you came through and showed your heart at the end. I too was disappointed that Bethany did not stand up to return your hug… I wish you the best and can’t wait to see you next season… be true to yourself and your heart..
Jan Says:
June 19th, 2010 at 12:55 am
Jill:
OMG, you were just breathtaking on the reunion shows. This season certainly made it rough to keep viewing. I or any of my friends would have totally welcomed a friend surprising us with a vacation visit. I always thought the more privileged the better manners but obviously not. You, like everyone of us may have your flaws but you are the one I am most interested in on this show. If you are done, so am I.

PS: I love Bobby. What a man of character and kindness. Hope all is well with him. What a gem!

PPS: Alex Who?
s.o. Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 10:49 pm
So happy to read all that comments.. I was thinking I am the only person who thiking it was a horrible season for you. You are the MUCH BIGER then all of them. You are the best.
Marilyn Blum Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 9:08 pm
Jill, you were abused by these silly females and this is what I think about Ramona, “a bull dog who belongs on a leash and should be in AA with sunglasses.” You have such a nice family. Go home and forget this unreal way of living on tv. Best of luck. MB
LMS Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 6:38 pm
Jill,

You took such a beating this season. What happened?

The new aliance between Alex and Ramona is such a bunch of crap. I guess Ramona likes that Alex will agree with her no matter what. She will do and say exactly what Ramona commands. In layman terms Alex has no back bone. I guess she will do anything to be a part of the “New York Soceity.” I hope she gets black balled from everything. She is really lame and needs to get a taste of her own medicine, hence the way she treated you when you arrived on scary island. Breaking out in hives and dropping glasses is out of control. I think that how she acted was so high school, to use her term. What is she so angry about? The fact that she has kids with no manners, or that she can’t walk the catwalk without looking like a freak? Too bad Alex, the truth hurts!

Enjoy your summer and remember there are tons of Jill Zarin fans out there and I am one!

LMS
Hilda Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 4:10 pm
Jill, you are one of the three reasons (Jill, Ramona and Betheny) I watch this show. I was totally dismayed when you responded “we’ll see” when asked if you will return for another season. Please stay with the HW’s. It would never work without you. And, keep knocking on Betheny’s window, she is worth the trouble. Also, give Alex a break. She was the odd bird in the first season and everyone mocked her and Simon. Watch out for Luann, who has shown – no doubt – that money can’t buy you class. I feel bad for her poor children. I hope you read these and that you return next year.
New Yawker Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 11:57 am
Bethenny and Ramona are well suited to cage fighting…maybe they should reconsider their career choices. Alex can hide behind them and throw things.
Lori M. Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 11:39 am
Jill,

I think you did apologize where it is was appropriately required. Where I think you went wrong with is with Alex, she was opening the door on the reunion show and you slammed the door shut on her face. That seems to be a commom theme with you. I think when you are hurt you get hurt fast and hold on, but is it really woth it. Look what you and Bethenny have gone thru.

You are a wonderful woman and I thnk with all things put aside you can be a very true and loyal firend. You are a succesful, BEAUTIFUL, charming and loving woman. I would love to hear that you and Alex had lunch and made amenz. I think you to can become great allies.

Now on to Kellie could you please, please, please use your influence to get her into some therapy. She seriously needs help. And I think in your loving way you can convince her.

Stay blessed and happy
Lori
a.m. Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 11:07 am
I love coming to your site and reading the viewer comments because it’s so comforting to know I’m not the only one who sees you for who you really are (a compassionate, caring person who is human) and the others (Bethanny, Ramona, and pathetic, revolting Alex) for who they are – unreasonable, hate-filled, glass house-stone throwing mean girls.

I am so happy to know that there is a good cross section of America that sees the truth. It worries me hearing that Bravo’s message boards are totally skewed. I hope they have someone casing your site so they know that you have a TON of support.

I’m also happy to read that Bethanny’s show is being labeled boring, ball-busting and too much of a good thing. Bethanny is getting her 15 minutes, but the ‘America’s Sweetheart’ thing is wearing off, and I couldn’t be happier. I don’t hate her, but I don’t like how she treated you, esp. when you had the humility to apologize to her again and again. It’s her attitude toward you that makes me hope she starts to fail a little and eat some humble pie.

As for Alex – she is despicable, pathetic, spineless, desperate and vulgar. We all see it. And Ramona – I liked her up until St. John’s. And then last night when she screamed in your face? I’m no longer a fan.

I’m glad Jill that you are regaining your place in people’s hearts, I’ve never doubted you for a moment. Just please keep silent on everything and take the high road, you’ll gain even more fans and the other girls’ colors will start to show and they’ll be the ones in the hot seat.

Lots of love,
a fan
ali123 Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 11:05 am
Great job bringing some humanity to the bullying discussion. The subject is so important and, like date rape or sexual harassment, identifying the behavior for what it is can be confusing. I am sure the other women believe they did not bully Kelly as the date rapist believes his victim was asking for it or the harasser believes remarks to be innocent attempts at humor. You used your moment in time at SJ’s to express your understanding, (as a sane, thinking person) of how it FELT and more importantly, how you could understand Kelly feeling bullied.
B,R,A’s behavior was unjustifiable and inexcusable. (Their basic argument was K is crazy and asked for it) Their constant denial when called out on it was and is disturbing on so many levels.
Evan Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 10:09 am
OMG Pat! I have said everything that you have said (except about Luann because I love her) to all my friends when we discuss the show. I don’t know but I guess people are having a hard time remembering what happened the first two seasons. Alex came off very mean this season to me and though I never really cared for her, this season made me like her even less. Ramona is too all over the place and can’t be trusted. I found it weird that at the reunion she all of a sudden was on the “Jill sucks” bandwagon. She is just going with the wind it seems.

Hang in there Jill. You’re a great lady. Granted, you should not have told the other ladies not to film with Bethenny, I think you do deeply regret it. Why did you do that? That’s the one thing that I have disagreed with you on. Other than that, to me, you’ve done nothing worse than any of the other ladies have done and have shown great strength with all the daggers being thrown at you.

Have a wonderful summer!
Kathi Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 8:45 am
Jill and Jill fans,
I just read Alex’s post on BRAVO, And I must say, That was the most immature thing I have read that a grown woman wrote. First off all, WHY would you pose naked at your husband’s place of business?who does that. Second, The only person who sound’s like they are trying to ruin someone is ALEX trying to ruin Jill. At the reunion show, My heart went out to you Jill, I just thought WOW this is a strong woman, The pit Bulls(Bethenny,Ramona,Alex)did not stop , They attacked Jill,Kelley and would have gone to LuAnn but, Andy kept it on Jill and Kelley. Back to immature on Alex’s part, Is it just me or did anyone else feel that when Jill showed up at St John’s When Alex saw Jill she gave her the NASTiest look(she was pissed because she might lose Bethenny) and then started to “TREMBLE”. Are you freaking kidding me. Jill NEVER went off on Alex, Jill did defend herself to Alex and Alex now is acting like Jill is the big bad wolf. Grow up little red riding hood. She said Jill was in High School well she is in Jr high School.

I really do not mean to use this beautiful site to complain about other cast members but BRAVO has refused to post anything Negative about Alex or Bethenny, I’m tired of it, and it appears others are as well. This really makes me think that this whole season was scripted out to go the direction that Bravo wanted it to. I don’t know if that is the case but, It makes me think that when the MOST POPULAR housewife is all of a sudden being attacked.

Jill, I watched season 1 & 2 over again(I have been in bed recovering from a procedure) (Ido have a life and I’m “normal”) I NEVER saw YOU say anything bad about Alex,her husband or her children. I did however see, Bethenny say things to Alex and behind her back about Simon and her kids, I did See Ramona say things about Simon, And her kids. What I saw was you ,HELPING them climb the New York social ladder, They even said, “HAVING JILL AS A CONNECTION”is a good thing. You helped them get into a good school, remodel thier home, You asked Simon to play tennis,YOU even were the one to introduce her to the woman. WHAT DID YOU DO, That was so terrible and unforgiving? I’m still trying to
figure it out, The only thing I came up with is that Alex was going to get fired from the show, So she had to do something desperate, She used Bethenny’s and your “fIGHT” as a way of gettineg herself out there, She knew YOU and LuAnn and Kelly were not going to shoot a lot with Bethenny (not because you wanted to destroy B, because you were in a fight, LuAnn and Kelly were never really friends with B anyway)Alex had to do something “BIG” So she went after Jill, Bethenny held her hand the whole way. Alex and Bethenny are very smart business woman.

Jill, You were right ,Ramona did not give you a chance at St John’s and the way she carried on at the reuion show just proved she did not. She call’s Kelly crazy, She needs to be medicated. I did love the pinot grigio comment. It did seem like Ramona was drunk the whole season.

Again,I’m sorry to use this place with such negative energy and I wont do it again, BRAVO has refused to post any of my comments to Bethenny, Alex or Ramona. I even tried to post a kind word to Kelly and it never made it. This was a very one sided season and if Jill, Kelly LuAnn or Sonja are not back for next season, I’M DONE.

Jill have a wonderful Summer, I hope you read this and feel my anger at these woman and also feel my love,compassion,and respect I have for you.
- LMS Says:
  June 18th, 2010 at 6:41 pm
  You are right about BRAVO not posting anything negative about Alex or Bethenny. I wrote a comment every week and not once did any of my comments get posted.
Debbie Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 8:44 am
Love you Jill! Hope you come back next season. The show is nothing without you!

I wish you good, I wish you better, I wish you best and may you never rest till the good gets better and the better gets best!!!!

Your big fan
Debbie
Tania Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 8:12 am
Jill,

I just wanted to let you know that I was real proud of the way you handled yourself on last nights Reunion show. You gave it back to those mean, hateful women that were sitting on the opposite couch. The nerve of Alex trying to compare Kelly’s Playboy pictures to her raunchy, trashy, classless, porn like photos. She acts so “Hollier than Thou” and she needed to be knocked down off that self imposed pedestal she placed herself on.

As for Romona, she is so led by those women. She is stupid to throw away a 15 year friendship with you for people she just met a few years ago. I feel that the reason she treated you like she did at the vacation home was to impress her “NEW” BFF’s. If she were your TRUE friend, she would not have cared one bit about what the other women felt of your showing up. She would have done the RIGHT thing and welcomed you and your wonderful Husband into her rented vacation home. I would really keep her at arms length in the future. She is a fair weather friend and seems to have no loyalty to anyone but herself.

Sonja had some nerve to put in her two cents about the issue of you going to Ramona’s Renewal party. Who is she anyway? In an effort not to choose sides, she should have made comments that would have kept her neutral. Watch out for her in the future.

I also liked how you stood up to the ladies on the other couch for Kelly. You are absolutely right! You were there and felt the tension that was emitting from their evil spirited bodies. You accept people for who they are and not try and change them. That is how most people should be. But not the mean women. They want everyone, including you, to fit into this imaginary box that they’ve concocted in their heads. And if you fail to meet those “standards” then they gossip, back stab and toss you out of their “group”.

Kelly is a little eccentric. That is what makes her Kelly. She didn’t like the fact that the women were speaking ill of you and called them out on it. She is just not good with confrontation, but I can tell you this from watching the show. She is a LOYAL friend to you and seems that she will always be.

It is awesome that you truly supported the Countess this season through the tough times she was having. She needs you as a friend and she doesn’t seem like the type of woman that will turn on you for no reason. She is a keeper.

Now for Bethenny, you have gone way out on a limb to extend her the olive branch. She seems to be a user. I mean, she takes what she can get from you and then when you can give no more, she tosses you aside. She kept saying on the Reunion show that your friendship developed on the show. Why would she keep saying that? Was that to insinuate that she didn’t know you before the show? Weren’t you the one who got her a spot on the show? How ungrateful! She never once said that about her couch mates. She failed to mention how she became friends with them.

I believe that she has aligned her self with these women for a specific purpose. Not sure why right now, but time will tell. She is a mean person and has said some hateful things to you over the years. Like when you went to lunch with her on her B-day last season. At dinner that night she said to you if you keep talking she was going to stab you with the skewer. Even Jason looked at her like she was evil.

It seemed like you gave her the benefit of the doubt many times and continued being friends with her in spite of her mean ways. So, it leads me to believe that the disagreement this time hit more to the heart for you and that is what caused the rift between you two. Maybe you just got to your limit as most of us do.

You have tried many times with her and I think you should allow her to come to you now. That is just my opinion.

I have such respect for you and I really like watching you on the show. I hope that you decide to return next season even if “spread eagle Alex” decides to stay. She is nothing and I would not allow her hateful spirit to ruin a good thing for you.

Good luck to you Jill and take care of yourself.
Blessings!
Cats Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 7:54 am
Jill,
Your final blog was true to YOU! Classy and moving forward, I can’t wait to see the bedding line, will you send out more info when it’s set to debut? Thank-you for a GREAT season, enjoy your summer!
Cats
Mary Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 7:52 am
Jill, I agree with the theory that you were pretty much a stepping stool for Bethany. I knew a woman who was on the “next Martha Stewart” show with her, this woman was a real lady, kind, never back stabbing. She has said that Bethany would step on the neck of anyone who got in the way of her achieving the fame she sought. Bethany was apparently extremely disliked by the entire cast. She found RHNY and started again. However, I must say she seems to have become a softer person since her daughter was born. If you can reconnect with her on a personal level, perhaps it would work better now that you can share the love that comes when you have a child.

Regarding Alex, WHOA, stay clear of her, talk about an opportunist!! She is, probably like most women who get on a show like this, out only for what is best for Alex.

Lastly, I think you realize you got carried away with the fame end of the business, not a good thing, but using that fame, putting it in its proper place, and doing good for others as a result of the fame is a very good thing. You won’t have to “toot your own horn” anymore, it will be tooted for you buy those whose lives you touch in a positive way.

You look great and should stay proud of what you have accomplished! Great work with the book and especially all you charity work!!
Kenn --Maine Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 7:40 am
I watched last night and again I want to thank-you I’m excitted to see your bedding line in 2011. Thank you for the life lessons that you Helped me learn this year and I hope you have a fantastic summer in the Hamptons.
Pat Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 3:17 am
Jill,

I doubt you read these, but I sincerely hope that you do. I want to offer you my support. I cannot believe how the other women are treating you.

First off, Bethenny. You two got into a fight over a lot of things, most of which were misunderstandings. I honestly believe that you two would have been able to work it out if it wasn’t for Ramona and Alex. Ramona DID set up an ambush which was completely inappropriate of her–friends don’t do that to each other. Alex had no right to get involved, she was just trying to get Bethenny to like her so that she could have a friend.

Alex- She is honestly despicable. She is going after you after all you’ve done for her and her family. Your business helped with her remodeling, you tried to get her kids into a good school, you let Simon play with you against Ramona and Mario and then she suddenly jumps at you because you make a joke about her kids! Talk about unreasonable. If anyone buys her parenting book they are completely off their rocker.

Ramona- Ramona honestly confused me so much this season. I think she is more crazy than Kelly. One second she loves everyone, the next second she’s shouting at people. Other than getting in the middle of you and Bethenny, she got so upset at you for surprising her at her vacation (which she said she REALLY wanted you to go to). You were NOT imposing on her, you were just going to hang out for a while, maybe have dinner with them, you weren’t expecting a room or anything like that. Additionally she ATTACKED you at your Kodak event. What sort of friend does that?

Kelly- I feel bad for Kelly because I feel like the other girls WERE bullying her (I can’t believe that they were treating her nicely the whole time, and even on the show you saw them being mean to her occasionally). I also feel like she was probably the victim of editing. Also, the fact that none of the women would let her talk (Bethenny, Ramona and Alex) shows that they DO bully her, at least to some extent.

Sonja- I really like Sonja so far, but don’t really know her. I hope she stays as nice as she seemed this season.

Luanne- Luanne was also getting in the middle of you and Bethenny. Additionally I feel like she is judgmental of other people.

And last, but not least, the wonderful Jill Zarin. You did make some mistakes with Bethenny, but you know what they are. You are the reason why I watch the show. Do not apologize to the other women, because honestly they owe you an apology. If they look back to the first season they will see that none of them would have their current careers if it wasn’t for you. You were the common web that connected all the other women to one another. I think the other girls are jealous of you because of your success. Everything you touch turns to gold. You, your sister, and your mother wrote a wonderful book. Bobby is everyone’s favorite husband. You’re making great career moves, and going to be around for a long time. Meanwhile Alex is left pretending she’s a good mother and Ramona’s off trying to sell jewelry. When they saw that you were in a fight with your best friend they tried to destroy you while you were weak. Don’t let them win, Jill!
- Terri Ebnit Says:
  June 18th, 2010 at 6:50 am
  Jill we all make mistakes and get caught up in the drama surrounding us. I think Ramona, Bethany, and Alex were making you the bad guy after their behavior last year at your charity event. They all made it about themselves not the charity. This year they had to make you the bad guy so you were so wrapped up in emotions that you didn’t out shine them again.
  Bethany….is a sad case. She had crap…a father that there wasn’t a good word to say about, selling her temp fame to make herself something, pointing fingers about your book promo saying she would never be so pushy, but how many times last year did we hear skinny girl, and last but not least if she didn’t fight with you how would she keep you her friend off her new show. You may have gotten to much attention. Besides she hasn’t been a housewife, how did the girl get on tv; which gave her the opportunity to find a man to knock her up so she could get married……oh yeah she had her new show to drag another fame seeker into her bed to knock her up. Did her husband get a contract with her for cash….we all know she’ll drive him away as she has everyone else. Oh wait…Ramona and Alex have noone else to hang with..and they may get on her new show. I also find it strange that Alex and Ramona had to be husbandless to be around Bethany. HMMMMMMM
  Alex…whats to say but wants to be someone she can never be….a loving caring person. Besides not being humane Alex isn’t from New York….what no Brooklyn Housewives?
  Ramona….shit she had to undo the drug crazed impression she left us last season. Where was Mario? Rehab…….hiding…….not making an ass of himself like he and Simon proved was their forte?
  I’m on your side Jill. You and your family make me stay watching. The teams that separatated you all truly showed which side of humanity you all are on. You go jill
  Terri
alice Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 2:47 am
Stay strong & be positive. Everything will turn around for you!! I think you would be better off without all the negative attitudes towards you….it’s not worth it.
Rev. La La Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 2:30 am
Jill Just something to think about. We are all things to all people. There are people out in the world who think I am funny and smart and an amazing friend, and there are people who think I am stupid, mean and hurtful. The only thing people don’t say about me is that I am dishonest and that is really all we have. I have hurt people, maybe unintentional, but still hurt and I feel bad, but they have the right to dislike me for it. I may have broken a heart or pissed then off and they have the right to dislike me. I have also built people up, been a shoulder to cry on and made them laugh. We are never one person to everyone. In that lies the beauty. We learn to think before we react, take responsibility for our actions and be better to those we love. I know you want to fix things immediately but sometime less is more. Give things time and be there when or if she needs you and it will work itself out. If not with this particular friend with one in the future.
Cherie Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 2:23 am
My heart just broke for you this evening. After watching tonight’s reunion episode and reading Bethanny didn’t invite you to her wedding, I decided I am so done with the show. I just can’t go through another season with so much meanness. No forgiveness. No reconciliation. No Compassion. The way you were treated was beyond the Pale.

Bethanny is only out for herself and if anyone gets in her way, look out. She is one bitter woman. It’s sad, really.

Ramona is a friend as long as a person thinks her way. Her renewal seemed geniune, at first. Now, after she almost physically attacked you (not to mention the verbal abuse), I only see a spoiled brat who looks at life through her (and only her’s) perspective.

As far as Alex, what goes around comes around. She writes that your not coming back if she is on the show is a ploy by you. No. I don’t see it that way. I think you are insightful in realizing what the next season will bring if she keeps up “finding her voice.’ Nothing good has or will come from it. I find it exasperating that everything I tried to post to Alex’s blog never made it. I guess she’s Bravo’s new golden calf (pun intended).

You, on the other hand, dear Jill, are sincere, open, fair, honest and loving. I so appreciated you as you admitted your faults, apologized, changed, and offered to move forward (no looking back). Good for you!!! No matter where you are or what you’re doing, I’ll remain your fan.
Tiffany Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 2:21 am
I think everyone is blowing your and Bethenny’s fight way out of proportion. I’m willing to get over the “crap” with all of you ladies, as long as Alex isn’t around. I can NOT STAND Alex. I love you, Kelly, LuAnn and Sonja – but Alex is the WORST!

You got ganged up on so badly – you never stood a chance!
a Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 2:19 am
Aloha Jill –

I’ve just recently been a faithful watcher of the Housewives. I want you to know that you are one of my favorites & I pray that one day all of these negative things will be behind you. I definitely do not agree with any of comments from your cast mates or people who may say that you came across harsh or that you say things that are not appropriate because everyone on the show does (the cast mates who were against you). It’s funny when you’re on the outside you can see things from everyone’s point of view & I know that no one should judge you because they are all doing exactly what they criticize you for. Did I miss something? Because I just can’t understand why everyone is against you, when at one time or another “everyone” has made comments that were harsh & they didn’t seem to get crucified for it like you. As for Alex…sorry to say, but I am NOT a fan of the new “VOICE” that she found. I liked her better when she was quite…I’m not sure if it’s the way she talks…but it’s kind of “irras” (irritating). I believe that you have a great heart and just as everyone can accept each other for who they are…they should do the same for you. I honestly can’t believe I’m sending this comment because I’ve never been on my space, face book, twitter….but I felt in my heart that you needed to know that I admire you and to keep the faith because good things will continue to happen for you. It took me many years to finally believe that “what goes around comes around”…but all the things that others may have done to me that were not right, somehow things in their life now are not so great. I never wish bad on anyone even if they may have been cruel. I believe that you just need to pray for them. Life is too short & we need to live life to the fullest & be happy I really felt compelled to send this to you because I experienced what you went through many years ago & I would never wish that upon anyone…because to deal with one confrontation is one thing…but the whole ganging up thing really isn’t cool. Hopefully this is all in the past for you & all these “drissues” (drama+issues) will be done & gone. I believe that you should remove the negative from your life & continue to surround yourself with only positive things. I pray for the best for you.

Mahalo nui loa (Thank you very much)
Patricia McDonald Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 2:18 am
I love your book! It is so well written and contains such fantastic advice and information. Thank you and your Mom and Sister for taking the time and making the effort to gift us with this wonderful book. You are so special and precious. Don’t let the other women get you down. Hold your head up and be the very special person whom you are. You have nothing to be embarassed about. And, you have adorable Bobby. What a rock he is. Both of you are blessed to have each other. I look forward to seeing you on the show again. You are a positive example for all women. I love you and hope your summer is wonderful.
michelle Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 1:46 am
Hello Jill I agree I believe that you do mean will. And I love you so much and you need to move on. Who cares about those other housewive you have urself and your family at the end of the day thats all you need. You need to be strong and I think it was wrong that betthany did not invite u to her wedding. And Alex will I dont know about her. She has a lot to say. lol but UR FANS LOVE YOU JILL MUAH
Theresa Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 1:32 am
Jill … hang in there!!! You have a big heart and aim to please the other housewife’s (mainly Bethany, Ramona, and ugly Alex.) I love that you have the guts to say your sorry and can apologize! Do not ever change!

Alex used you … (review 2008.) Alex knew you had great connections and used those connections to move up the New York society.) Please do not let Alex’s bad karma get you upset. She is not worth the time and effort!

I hope that you will be on the next series! We need you! Without you, we will no longer watch the Real Housewive of New York City.
susan moore Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 1:29 am
jill zarin- where do i begin? first things first- i adore your personality and i think your honest good intentions are often misread because OTHER PEOPLE do not understand youR delivery! I grew up on the west side of buffalo for awhile, my family is from there as well, and this was an area of town that bordered what was considered (back in the day)a “jewsih community” and an “italian community”~ possibly that aides me in understanding how not only you say things, but maybe in also how you seem to view different actions of others.i see the same traits (especialy in your mother) that i saw in the women that surrounded me growing up. they love fiercly, the are protective of their “crew”, and in turn they hurt deeply, especially when it is has to do with a wounded relationship such as this. I am not an idiot however, I do not pretend to actually know you, jill zarin, inside and out or even really at all! I, like everyone else only know the “t.v” jill. but from what i DO see(and i am a faithful viewer,cant help it, I am semi~addicted!lol)you are so drastically misread at times. i see a decent human being with some old school tendencies, but always a woman with dignity and an honest heart.you say what you feel right at that moment sometimes and though it may very well BE what you feel RIGHT THEN, it is not what you truly feel after you take time to really process things! i am not so enamored jill that I by any means think you are perfect, nor do i not see that you did indeed make a few bad calls this “season” ! but i also know that most of us “react” at times , and do things to lash out when we are “hit”,and it seems that bethany “hit” you deeply with that comment!! it seemed that you felt as though she, in a way, abandon you. as a woman i know all too well what it feels like when your best buddy, the one that you spend gobs of time with day in and day out, one day finds a beau and that consumes her time and you are put on the back burner. i know that bethany also had her career take off during all this and i would guess that added to you feeling somewhat “left behind” i do not pretend either to know all the details, but that feeling alone is a tad wrenching, no matter how truly happy you are for said friend! if we women are honest we KNOW!!

i am sure it is ridiculous for me to even comment like this~ what do i know? i am a viewer addicted to watching the lives of people i will most likely never meet!! o well, good clean fun, till someone gets hurt~!! and that is what I saw this whole season! so here my dear jill, is my humble opinion again…
forget alex, that woman is not quite all there- i mean really, a book on parenting?? that season(was it last) when those children were at that final dinner was disgraceful! i will tell you this, there is no way on Gods green earth that MY mother would have allowed that behavior for even one minute,and to talk to ramona and make faces and sceam the way they did??? never!! i realize that was 40years ago, but i too am a mother, and i fancy myself a pretty cool one, not too strict, not too old school that they should act like angels at all times,but let me just say that both my children had more ingrained respect for their parents, at ANY and every age to have ever even tried that! and their behavior has not changed much with age either! i do not blame those innocent children, that to me, is ALL in the rearing! not to mention “the message” she so jaw droppingly delivered! if that was alex “coming out of her shell” and “speaking her mind”, i will just call it as i see it and say that all that “pent up frustration” was coming from HER home life, not what you have said or done. i saw a woman fed up with her own life and her own internal SOMETHING, her alcoholic husband, from what i hear a job loss(or change), financial fears, a husband that obviously has serious issues behind closed doors~ NOT a woman who had just taken too much of jill zarin maybe laughing at her expense too often or trying to control her as she claimed! that was out of line in any social circle, and i was shocked that a woman who puts out airs that she is some sort of high class socialite would even stoop that low! one might expect that kind of thing from two women hangin around outside a fast mart smacking gum and cursing, not from a self proclaimed dignified woman. let us be real here, it was disgusting and i hurt for you when she went that low! you are so much more of a woman, a true lady than that.your grace in that moment was tremendous! i fancy myseld a lady as well and i just might have really let her have it!! i would not like to see you even waste a moment tryin to repair ANYTHING there. she is beneath you,and i do not mean in status, i mean in human being!!!!

kelly is ill, seriously ill and i agree that you can be there for her, just be careful and dont get too sucked in is my advice(that i am sure you do not need!!)

the countess seems to have class, yes i said it. so she may like the men, she seems to be able to hold her head high so she must not be doing anythign more than any other beautiful single woman trying to figure it all out- i see a friendship there.

always listen to yoru mother, she loves you and seems to be very bright and she will ALWAYS have you rbest intentions at heart!

ramona ramona, it seems you two can navigate through her “crazy”, i just would not continue to let her get so hot and cold with you- i say keep your distance!!

the new girl, o i am so sorry i forgot her name, she seems “normal”! she seems to not be a back stabber like so many women are, and this show is no exception! i think she would make a terriffic friend!
as for bethany, i do hope it will work out for you two. it seems it may never be the same, but you know they say time heals all wounds. i see that you learned alot from your actions and mistakes. my only problem was , and ESPECIALY at the two reunion shows i have seen, that it fekt like bethany, and everyone else with the exception of maybe the countess and the new woman(sorry) seemed to be blaming YOU for everything! as the woman who posted right before me said- you have apologized over and over- you have learned from your mistakes, move on to being happy again! and know that it was obviously “pick on jill” reunuin show! let em eat cake!! they were not willing to even look at their part in anything, it seemed to all boil down to jill was naughty this year and i am sorry but it is also obvious to the sane viewers that you were this seasons scapegoat, and i for one, felt just awful for you! they all need to take the same risk it appears you did and look in the mirror~and then i think most of them owe you a pretty hefty apology! just leave alexs’ wherever it lies i say, she does not deserve a woma like you in her life!

can you tell i’m a fan! i have never ever written anything to these sites before! i just honestly felt so bad for you and know- even if it is just through tv, that you are a good and decent human being~~ so.. if you like your fancy things and being in the spotlight! that does not an evil woman make! i cannot say the same about some of your co-stars! go get em jill! never let them push you off yor square again! hope ally is well, bobby is a saint and you obviously come from a great home!
jill zarin…look ou tnew york!!!!
Melissa Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 1:16 am
I think for you, Jill, to get on a reality show which edited portions that made you look insecure was tough. The show is now Jerry Springer Does NYC. It has become wasteful. You deserve more, and we all deserve to send a MSG to Bravo that J Springer isn’t what grown women seek out to relax. You were treated as if you murdered someone…too melodramic for relaxing tv!!!! Bravo lost a viewer.
Angeles Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 1:12 am
Fabulosa Jill,

I knew it…suspect it before seeing the last installment of the now infamous Reunion 3. It was you who got up to embrace Bethenny. As I said on a previous comment, I forgive you as I believe you are on a Judeo-Christian trip of atonement. Laudable as it is to apologize when one is at fault, however, I believe you went too far tonight. Let’s begin with your funny yet perceptive one-liners at the Brooklyn Fashion show. Who gave Bethenny the monopoly on good one-liners? No, my dearest girl, you also have in you, and your timing is usually impeccable. Why apologize for that since you made us smile, laugh. My mal, muy mal!

Now let’s move on to Ramona, “la mona” (look it up in a Spanish dictionary). It is obvious, we absolutely need Ramona in the show because she is zany, wild-eyed, and wildly entertaining, but she had no right to kick you out of whatever island paradise Bravo had actually paid for. Had she been the one paying for all the wonderful amenities (yatch, villa, etc.), I would say she had every right to bid you goodbye if she so desired. But it was the network…the network that paid for it all and you were invited.

Now someone enlighten me, please. You flew 8-9 hours to get to that island to be humiliated and kicked out by that vulgar woman, and you actually forgave her? There is something wrong with you or was it all planned. I just got to see the episode today for the first time and was absolutely revolted. Oh, that Alex turning red… shaking… as if she were afraid of you. It was all so fake and ludicrous. Alex is a cool characterand a calculating arrivista we might say. She is simply desperate to be picked for next season. When I saw Ramona all over her at the Reunion, I was nauseated. Ramona who made fun of her, who tortured her and eccentric Simon all through the first two seasons! Incredible and hard to watch. You thought so too, I know. Could see it in your face.

And yes, the wild bunch picked on Kelly. She is totally inarticulate, but not a dummy. It was not nice to see the lynching. Although I think she behaves like a superficial social butterfly most of the time, she is kind of endearing in her awkwardness. (You were right in telling her to stop saying “like” every two words as if she were a Valley Girl), I am fascinated by her and want her to continue on the show to milk it for all its worth. The same for you Jill. Now that you have learned a thing or two about your frienemies, do not quit the show before getting even. Best revenge is to reap huge success in other areas of your life through your TV exposure. I want to hear more about your life experience…get your advice on what to do with furniture and curtains, where to find fabulous clothes or bags in the city. You need to jazz up your website (the color and style is a bit depressing). Though I want you to be on every scene, I would like to see less of your lovely daughter, though, as I suspect these Housewives shows might be toxic for the young. Avery is getting more cynical than ever (her mother is a constant source of embarrassment, a torment for a truly smart kid), Danielle’s oldest daughter is already jaded and so sad…need to go on? Bobby can take it all as he is wise…but your sweet daughter? No.

Also, never ever wear green shoes (and make sure to remove the price tag from your red-soled Louboutins). By the way, that faux pas made you more real and dear in my eyes as that has happened to me a million times with shoes I bought at T.J.Maxx. Do I need to say they were not Louboutins?

Oh, the countess surprised me tonight. She was actually delightful. The best thing that can happen to her is to loose the title.

To summarize, you have given us memorable moments in the Housewives of NY and we want to see more of you. But no more Jill bashing, please…demand it in your next contract. I want to see you happy and confident in that inimitable Jewish New Yorker style of yours doing what you do best: connecting people, buying clothes and bags, meeting fabulous designers and artists, having a great time, selling stuff at Zarin Fabrics (you are terrific in sales and I am hoping that one day I can actually see you in person there), organizing charitable events, and telling us what to do because you know best. In short, we want the old Jill back…and not wearing sackcloth or smeared in ashes as if caught up in some strange act of perpetual penance.

All for team Jill: a Latina who understands you…and likes you just the way you are.
danielle Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 1:00 am
Jill you are an amazing woman stop apologizing becuse they take advantage of you and making an issue out of it. if you look back what Betheny and Remona did and said and they all forgive and forgot they should forgive and forget to you too. you did nothing to hurt them.
Alex just trying to get her fame by plying the “new me” she is nothing boaring she have her hand on most of it “drama queen”. one more thing stay away from Sonia she is trying to take your fama Thay all jelous of you, and I understand why.
LACIE TORRES Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 12:51 am
JILL, PLEASE ANSWER WILL COMPLETE HONESTY, DO YOU THINK KELLY REALLY HAS A PROBLEM??? I’M NOT TRYING TO MAKE FUN OF HER IN ANY WAY AND I AM EXTREMELY SERIOUS, I THINK SHE HAS A MAJOR MENTAL HEALTH ISSUE THAT SHOULDN’T BE JOKED ABOUT AND I THINK SHE SHOULD BE MADE AWARE OF IT SO SHE CAN SEEK HELP!!! I JUST WANT TO KNOW YOUR OPINION ON THIS!!!

BY THE WAY I CRIED WHEN YOU AND BETHENNY HUGGED ON THE LAST REUNION SHOW, I PRAY YOU GUYS BECOME FRIENDS AGAIN, I THINK YOU BOTH WERE WRONG IN SOME AREAS, BUT ITS ALL ABOUT FORGIVENESS AND YOU GUYS MADE SUCH GREAT FRIENDS, I HONESTLY WISH YOU BOTH THE BEST OF HEALTH, LOVE, & HAPPINESS!!! HAVE A GREAT SUMMER JILL!!! MUAH, XOXOXOXOX!!! LACIE
kris Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 12:42 am
Do not respond to Alex’s tirade, please….
Cam Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 12:37 am
HI JIll,
I truly love you and do think your an amazing person. This season hasn’t been your best season by far. But I love you enough to tell you that you need to think before you speak. I see myself in you and I feel that I make the same mistakes that you do if not more. By no means am I trying to make you feel bad about yourself just giving you something to think about. I believe you react out of love but once its out it doesn’t necessary make it right. I know you’ve said you’ve apologized enough but you know as well as I do that it doesn’t matter how many times you apologize. YOU NEED TO SHOW PEOPLE YOUR SORRY….Don’t take that back now…let America see what an amazing person you truly are!!!!!!!!
kathleen Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 12:31 am
Dear Jill : I want to start off by giving you a much needed (((((((((Jill))))))))))) cyber hug … i just watched the 3rd installment of the reunion… and i am sorry but i don’t see what the fuss is about… Its a reality show and everyone on it made snide comments etc so why just go off on you.. at least when you realize you have the grace to feel honestly sorry…. I have never cared for Alex and to me she is one of the fakest people i have ever seen, she is a coattail rider…her loyalties go with who ever she feels can benefit her life the most….. i honestly feel sorry for her hubby now …i say kick her off and sign him
I am a Canadian married to an American and i for one think you are a hoot…. i tune in to see you and Lou Ann… I love how funny you both are and i am glad to see you have gotten closer to her…
I hope you will return next season .. if you don’t i can understand why, but i doubt i will watch again… I would never have done to you what Ramona did… I think people have been way to hard on you… I am married to a New yorker ( now in Washington state with me)and i love your honesty and at least you are what you are and you don’t pretend to be one thing and actually are another.
I think your great and i hope you will come back … continue to be who you are… i am a total fan xxx
CarrieJournalist Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 12:26 am
Jill! Finally!

I am so glad you FINALLY started taking Alex to task for her ridiculous vendetta against you all season. You weren’t nasty, but you definitely put her in her place, and notice that when you really started grilling her asking her WHAT THE HELL you had done to her to make her go after you like that, she deflected and went back to the previous topic-you coming to Ramona’s- saying “you could have come to Ramona’s with humility.” Sure, that way it was once again a GROUP thing instead of just you confronting Alex because she can NEVER go toe to toe with you. She is weak and you are confident, you know who you are. I don’t want you two to have drama anymore, but stay away from her, don’t film with her, she doesn’t mean well for you.

Also, Kelly was right, Alex WAS acting when she started crying and hyperventilating just because you WALKED into the room. Lol even though it was mean of her to say Alex was acting, you shouldn’t have told Kelly to stop. Alex WAS being dramatic and fake, it was a joke. She had her finger in your face at Jen’s party but suddenly the mere sight of you made her cry? She’s a total freakshow.

Anyway I hope you find closure, I still think that you should have called Ramona to say you were coming to St. John, but that didn’t merit you getting kicked out. If ANY friend had just walked into a party I kept demanding she come to, even if she hadn’t called, I never ever in a million years would have kicked her out, and you are a gracious person for even still talking to Ramona after that incident.

Anyway best wishes Jill, we love you!!!
m.sherma Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 12:21 am
Hi Jill,
I cannot believe what happened to the show- you have a bunch of teenagers who cannot think past their egos. The show when it first got aired was all about you, and the rest of the cast kind of followed where the story is going. This season, it was unbelievably crazy, too much ignorance between the women who wants to make a name for themselves. Too much chatting, pointing finger, none-stop blaming. On thing I have noticed, your friends will always be true to you- and you know who they are. The women who screams the loudest, and those with hateful evil eyes should be drop from this show. Please do not give up the show- without you-who wants to watch the show?Oy vey- I do like Kelly and Luanne. Love your MOm too – she is cool!
Mary Beth Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 12:20 am
Jill,

I was glad to see you and Bethenny hug at the end. I really loved when you were friends. The two of you are fun to watch. I hope it works out!

As for Alex…she will do whatever she can to prevent you from being friends with Ramona or Bethenny. She does not want all her efforts i.e. a season of being Bethenny and Ramona’s attack dog to go to waste. But the truth of the matter is she is like a paper towel — use her and then throw her away. She can be replaced.

Ramona only likes Alex because she has someone to worship her and agree with everything that Ramona says. We will see how long that lasts.

I thought you were kind to Kelly and helped her out against the mean girls. I don’t think Kelly was crazy — I think the women on the island were simply unkind! You experienced it and so did Kelly.

You pointed out that you do not want to film with Alex and I do not blame you but that is what she wants. Forget her because she is not worth your time. Don’t let her ruin your experience. Ignore her and if she gets mad just laugh and remember she is a desperate woman. You on the other hand are not.

You are great! I hope I see you next season.

Love…love…love you Jill!

Regards, Mary Beth
Cheers,

Mary Beth
Judith Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 12:19 am
Jill,
WAKE UP! Bethanny used you until she finally found someone to father a child for her. She has been desperate for years and now poor Jason will pay the price. Now that she has a baby and a show of her own, she no longer needs to use you. She’s also playing on the sympathy…such as her father dying. Why should this make any difference given she never had a relationship with him in the first place? And her bulldogs Alex and Ramona have issues of their own. Alex has latched onto Bethanny because she herself is a nobody and can’t get attention otherwise…she’s an admitted “social climber”. As for Ramona, she’s a loud-mouthed, obnoxious attention seeking desperate woman. You are much better than these losers. You have so much class and so much to offer. Keep your true friends that love you for you…not those than only like you for what they can gain.
JACQUELINE Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 12:16 am
Jill, I’ve seen the season 3, and it was kind of sad in the end, when you and Bethenny cry and hug each other. I know, that you love her and miss her, but if both of you will come back to be friends again? I don’t know…after all these problems that both had and the way that she attack you and show you that she doesn’t need you….I think you shouldn’t to come back to be a friend of her….but, the time will say everything. You know, the way that she is, and you know that she was mean and rude in all the seasons…..so, I will feel sorry if she hurt you again. It is nice to forgive, but as the experiences that you have now with all theses people, specially with Bethenny and Ramona you have to be very careful, who you choose as your friend. Ramona, I am sorry to tell you, but if u were my best friend, I will never be upset that if you come to my trip the last day and surprise me…it would be wonderful….but Ramona, didn’t have any education in that moment with you….she show you that she is not a friend of you….VERY DISAPPOINTED!!
I wish you good luck and God bless you!!! Say Hi to your husband…tell him that he is amazing person, you are very lucky to have him, he is a worker man who loves you and support you very much GOD BLESS HIM!
Linda Castro Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 12:10 am
You need to know that there are some of us here in the real world that watched the season and found the crumbling friendship really sad. You need to talk directly to Bethany and not let the countess speak for you or listen to alex say the thoughts of her deluded ramblings. So much could have been settled without their noses in your business. they were like little kids wanting to prolong a fight.Good luck with you and your friendship, hopefully time and persistance will pay off. I admired the strength and courage you showed on camera. Elegance may be learned, but you have to be born with character and grace.
Mary Ford Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 12:10 am
Jill I think you are great, and please do not apologize to Alex, she is so boring. The only thing she did this whole season was butt into your and Bethenny’s fight. I love how she said she found her voice, what voice, besides talking about something that has nothing to do with her, she has nothing else to say. Another thing that really bothered me was all the talk about poor Alex being so scared that she was trembling and shaking when you and Bobby walked in at St. John’s. What the hell was she so scared about, I think she is just a bad actress that will do anything to get air time. YOU ARE SO MUCH BETTER THAN HER!
Elena Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 12:04 am
Jill:
You and Bethenny were the only reasons I watched the show. I will only tune in next year if you are on it. By the way, Alex has always made me gag. She is a very jealous and unattractive person. Don’t loose sleep if she doesn’t like you. You are everything she will NEVER be. You have fantastic taste in clothes, you are classy and have a great family.
I think I understand what happened with you and Bethenny and was always in your corner. For a long time you were there for her but when you needed her, she was no where to be found and you resented that. Who wouldn’t. A big hurt takes time before you can take the bull by the horns and really deal with it. Unfortunately, the delay in fixing the problem can fester.

Watching the show made me miss the east coast. If I was still there, we would get along great. Who knows, maybe I will meet you or Bobby. I wish you and you family happiness and good health.

Sincerely,
Elena
Kati Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 12:03 am
I forgot to add in my prior e-mail… I went on Andy’s blog and told him the “Jackhole of the Week” should be the person who selected the reunion discussion topics. It was indecent to target you mercilessly.

Finally, I am sure Alex would like to return to “see what happens”. I am also sure what happens will be conjured up by her against you or anyone who she sees as competition or unable to elevate her status on the show. Someone should install a “erase” button on her “new found” voice!
AJ Says:
June 18th, 2010 at 12:01 am
Jill,
your husband is adorable, your daughter is beautiful,the love between you and your mom and sister is amazing = you cup runneth over.

Please wish Bethenny well and move on -you’ve done all you can do.
Alex finally got the attention she has so craved from the “popular” girls this season(who’s in high school?). Let her have her moment and don’t give her any more power over your life – she is SO not worth it!!

You have apologized and learned from your mistakes – that’s the best any of us can do – love you!
Liz Says:
June 17th, 2010 at 11:59 pm
My husband started watching West Wing in the morning and I work from home and never change the channel when I’m working, leaving it on for ‘white noise’. Bravo was re-broadcasting this show you were on and I had never seen a reality show before this (not a television watcher). I don’t know why I feel compelled to send you this note, but I suspect it has something to do with the overwhelming feeling I had when watching the behavior of Alex, Ramona and sometimes, Bethanny. Words cannot describe how abhorred I was at their hateful nature and cruelty. I visited the Bravotv.com message board hoping to see a similar response and was astounded at the outpouring of support for such women. It left me lonely and perplexed with the state of human nature. You really are a lovely woman with a boundless heart and I needed to tell you it did come through, loudly. Those who missed it, well, no worries–the Tea Party is also popular right now…hate is style. You have a lovely family and thank you for taking on a protective role with Kelly, who was indeed bullied. She is also a kind soul who simply couldn’t cope with such pariahs (WTH is with Alex, my lord!). I can’t say I can relate with any of you as I am a teacher looking for work in Michigan, struggling with a bad economy and mass unemployment…your world is not mine. However, if asked to choose one of the cast to befriend, it would most certainly be you. Get out of this reality business, it’s not becoming for anyone involved.

Cheers from Michigan.
Kati Says:
June 17th, 2010 at 11:49 pm
Jill,

You did the right thing giving Kelly some back-up. Sonya, Ramona, Bethenny, and Alex just don’t get it. People who don’t like to argue can’t survive in a malicious, vicious, and incessantly hateful environment. Sonya was right that Kelly can’t function in that.

You were brave calling Alex on the carpet about the look she gave you when you arrived on the set on Scary Island. Like a manipulative child, she turned that horrific face into one that called for TLC.- She was not shaking from stress. Anger was killing her. I agree with the other viewers that Alex brings nothing to the show. She does not have a model face, she tried to gather importance by bashing you relentlessly, she cheapened herself by putting her nude photos on the internet, she chose Bethenny because Bethenny’s star is rising, and she feigns sophistication and social importance.
kimsh Says:
June 17th, 2010 at 11:34 pm
Jill,

I think you honestly mean well and that you have had to stop and look at things that you said and how you behaved. I think the reason people are so unforgiving is because it appeared as if you wanted to make up with Bethany after the news of her engagement and pregnancy….not before. It appeared as if you were more upset (in the beginning) that you were going to miss out…not miss Bethenny. I dont think that is true anymore, but it left its mark.

As far as next year…my only suggestion, is dont be so quick to say something negative about anyone. Really think about it. You dont need a repeat because you lost a good friend and you have hurt yourself deeply.

As far as you an Alex, you two can work this out. She is not one to hold a grudge (from appearances ) if the talk is sincere. Whatever is between you two hopefully you both will have a desire to at least calm the waters and treat each other with respect.

As far as Kelly, whether she admits it or not…something is wrong. Be careful , be there for her, but dont let her problems become yours becasue they are huge.

Stop crying and apologizing. You have answered and done the best you can to move forward. Keep true to your heart and I will be glad when your true smile (because you are happy again)is back.
- Daniel J Says:
  June 17th, 2010 at 11:50 pm
  Bethenny is just as guilty if not worse. In my opinion and in all due respect Bethenny was never a true friend to jill otherwise this would of been resolved on the 3 part reunion show. Sorry truth hurts
  - Sandy Slater Says:
    June 18th, 2010 at 5:02 pm
    The only thing that rubbed me the wrong way is when Jill offered to hug Bethenny at the end and Bethenny didn’t stand up to hug. Unless Bethenny had some kind of major back pain or some kind of health issue, which she may have she just had the baby, unless it was something like that, I think Bethenny should of stood up to hug her.
    
    Was there something physically wrong with Bethenny to prevent her from standing?

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