When do we find out? This is my first oasis :)
Hey, how are you? Here we go again - are you ready? I really wish some of us could have a cyber reunion of sorts. Even better, wish we could have coffee or something, would be fun!! I really like the friends I've made here. Good luck to you!!!
Hello, nomorecali. I appreciate the fact that you weren't nasty. That said, you must come to grips with the fact that this is simply a contest, a sweepstakes and is open to EVERYONE. You can't pick and choose who may enter. If you were to say that only people who fall into the poverty income threshold can enter, can we then specify that only people of a certain ethnicity or only people who have blond hair and blue eyes may enter? What about state lotteries? Should guidelines be implemented that would restrict ticket sales to only those who really need the money? Come on now, be fair. I have said this before but I think it bears repeating, if you want to play the game, you must be prepared to be gracious about the outcome, win or lose.
Okay, in 2013, I've decided that I will let each member of the ambush team bring one guest or significant other. Donuts? Brownies? Ethiopian coffee (whatever that is), nah, that's for amateurs. Next year I am catering the event (maybe you can give me just a little advance notice when you'll be here) and, hold on to your hat, I will have a full open bar that will last from the exact moment of the ambush till the last paper is signed. Monica, do you like sushi? Then, for the grand finale, each of you will depart with a goody bag (you know, like the ones they give to celebrities on the red carpet at the Academy Awards). By the way, I am currently accepting applications for goody bag sponsors. I'm not trying to be difficult but I would really prefer upscale items - I'll fill in with my collection of motel shampoos, conditioners, plastic shower caps and shoe shine cloths. They will be very impressive little keepsakes that all my HGTV guests can take home to remember me by (I sincerely doubt Vicki and Bill did this!).
Happy to see that the comments from "Negative Nelly" in Hawai seem to have disappeared! What a grumpy pants! Am I right? !?
Well, aside from that, I have been verrry busy hatching a new game plan for next year. Please bear with me because I'm sure that my explanation will have to be submitted in 2 or 3 separate comments.
Here goes! Being the positive person I am, I have decided not to focus on the shock and disappointment of my tremendous loss in not winning my dream home in Utah. No sir. I have picked myself up, dusted myself off and have regrouped. I am already planning my approach for next year's contest. Next year I will not be outdone by anyone. Monica, listen up, I am playing for real in 2013. I know tens of thousands have tempted you with banana bread, cookies, etc. - who were they kidding? They know you don't eat that stuff, that's why you look the way you do. Next year I pull out the big guns. (to be continued below)
You're right, Janzee. Her comments deserve no response. Poor baby! She is to be pitied. It's a shame some people are so ignorant, no?
I'm so happy for you, Bill and your family. Vicki, as you can see, there have been a few bad apples (or sour grapes, as the case may be) in the mix - I hope you don't lose any sleep over these remarks. Just goes to show that some people are so unhappy with their own lives that they can't find room in their hearts to be happy for others. People like this should really be pitied! They are miserable and not embarrassed to let it show. Power on, Vicki and Bill. Whether you choose to live in that gorgeous house or prefer the cash option, enjoy!! Either way it's a blessing!
Pardon me, MsHawaii20, but you seem to be spending just as much time (or more) tied to your computer on this blog than the others who have been commenting on your mean spirited attacks. WHY is that? Why aren't you out surfing or hula dancing or something? Talk about jealousy, WOW! Why are you even on this blog unless you, too, were hoping to win? Who are you to assume what Vicki and her family can or cannot afford to do? Maybe she can buy and sell you ten times over. Not everybody spends their lives trying to impress others, like you do. Who said she ever planned on actually living in the home anyway? If you do already own your dream home and your family is financially blessed, well good for you - why do you feel the need to put others down? People who are satisfied with their own lives are happy to see other people do well. Something's seriously wrong here. I think you are a fraud. If it is true that you have so much more than all of us other poor souls, it only goes to prove one thing - monetary worth is definitely not an indicator of good character or class!!
Okay, okay, so I didn't win this year. I'm not bitter at all. Now I can get back to "normal". No more cleaning house or keeping up appearances till next year. I can go back to sleeping on my stomach - after all, who cares if I wake with puffiness under my eyes now, I won't be on television anytime soon. I'm not focusing on the shock and dissapointment - I'm too busy unpacking cartons, cancelling my movers and looking for a new job. My tears have dried and I'm moving on. I'm free to eat whatever I want, whenever I want. No more body altering undergarments for me, no siree!! My hair's up in a lopsided pony tail, my scratched glasses replace my "porn star" blue contacts and in general, I'm a much happier person. This whole "Dream Home" thing had me really out of sorts. Thank goodness Dancing with the Stars starts Monday. I can sit naked with a big bowl of queso and a pitcher of margaritas without the worry of Monica and crew intruding on my "little piece of heaven" - now that's the life!!
I don't believe we are "throwing rocks" at Kylee. It's just a dose of reality. Sure, lots of folks are disappointed but life goes on. Most of these nice people think "bummer, oh well, there's always next year", congratulate the lucky winner and have the class and decency to wish for them a life time of happiness in their beautiful new home. Bitterness, sulking and self-pity is ridiculous. If all you can focus on is your loss, you actually have a LOT to be grateful for. So many are faced with illness and strife. Be happy and content with whatever you have. (sure, it can always be better - BUT it could always be worse!). Work hard and tirelessly for what you want. Above all, NEVER stop dreaming. Remember, the good folks at HGTV will have another Dream Home for us in 2013! Cheer up, Kylee! Maybe you'll have luck next year, my friend!
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