Philippines: Episode 2 "Cookies and Booty Blinded"

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     I realized the easiest way for me to break down each episode is by talking about each tribe individually.  So, allow me to start with the Tandang tribe.   If any of you read my blog last week, you may have noticed my comments about Abi and RC not seeming like a twosome who will make it to the end of the game together.  Abi has a fiery personality and RC is too analytical.  I would never expect the two of them to be friends outside of this game - - so the likelihood of the two of them being able to work together IN this game is non-existent.  When it comes to finding a clue to a hidden immunity idol  - - I think it is fairly obvious whether or not you should tell another person.  Some people may think that if they share the clue, it is a means to gain someone's trust.  I, however, do not agree with this philosophy.  The hidden immunity idol is truly meant for one person.  It's not meant to protect an entire tribe.  If one other person knows that you have it, this can present the perfect excuse for this person to blindside you - - this gets rid of a potential threat, as well as flushes out the idol.  However, RC finding the clue is not a black or white situation - - Abi walked up on her as it was discovered.  I think that RC played the best cards with the hand that she was dealt.  She was already in an alliance with Abi.  RC even admitted that Abi was her number two despite the fact that she couldn't fully trust her (you shouldn't trust anyone!).  Now, I know that these contestants are "edited" in order to be portrayed a particular way.  I'm not sure if RC was actually making sub-alliances - - but based on how she took control of creating the original four-person alliance, it would not surprise me if she was creating final two alliances with Michael and Pete.  Who knows.  However, the way Abi handled the situation was ridiculous.  She seems like the type of person who would do things just out of spite, and she may try to screw over RC before RC even gets the chance.  Abi is a ticking time-bomb and I cannot wait to watch her explode on the Tandang tribe.

     I've heard that the first few days are possibly the worst out there because your body is not adjusted to the conditions.  Well, this episode was not kind to Lisa.  However, if you remember back in Nicaragua, Holly had a breakdown early on in the game and ended up making it to the final four.  (Shout-out to Holly!  She's my Twitter buddy!)  There are so many variables that go into play, and since I mentioned that Abi is ready to do some damage within her own alliance, this would be the perfect opportunity for Lisa to get in with the other members of her tribe.  Skupin already mentioned in the first episode that he wants to work with Lisa. Maybe Lisa will make some keen observations and realize what exactly is going on within her own tribe.  Only time will tell if she will use Abi's meltdown against her.

     Every now and then I notice a sixth member of the Tandang tribe and am like "who the hell is that?"  Oh yeah, it's Artis!  I keep forgetting about him!  Much like some of the members of the Kalabaw tribe - - Katie and Carter. 

      Ok, so it was only a matter of time before Penner found the hidden immunity idol.  He was so hell-bent on finding it.  Really the only thing that I have to say about the situation was that I truly believe that he should have been more subtle when he stumbled upon it.  It probably wasn't the best idea to go running through camp screaming "I'm on fire!"  If I was Dana, I probably would have been like - - "yep, he found it!"  especially considering they knew that he had been frantically searching for it anyway.  It'll be interesting to see if they figure out that he has it.  I do have to say that I loved how believable he was when he said that his contact fell out and the reason why he was on the ground was because he was looking for his glasses.  Hey, they bought it - - so kudos to him.  Pretty funny scene. 

     Okay,  by now everyone should know my disdain for Russell Swan.  However, what you guys don't know (until now) is that I am actually rooting for the Matsing tribe.  They are the underdogs of this season and I would love to see Malcolm, Angie, and Denise go far in this game.  Swan, not so much, but I'll be rooting for his tribe until there is a switch-up (which I see happening soon, more about that in a few minutes).  Probably one of the biggest things I've learned from Boston Rob is that he once said that you can tell a lot about who is aligned with whom based on who sleeps next to each other at night time.  Apparently Roxy learned this from Boston Rob, as well, because she was so ready to break up the cuddle-buddy duo of Angie and Malcolm.  Was it wise for her to do so, absolutely!  However, her tactics for trying to do so were very very flawed.  Much like Abi, Roxy just went in there full-force making accusations.  Is it possible that Malcolm and Angie were actually JUST cold at night time?  Yes.  Is it likely that either one of them would snuggle with Swan or Denise?  Hell nah!  Honestly, I think it would have been a wiser decision to ask Swan and Denise their thoughts on the situation without trying to throw Angie and Malcolm under the bus.  The mere idea of Roxy calling them out put a target on her back.  Hell, it's pretty sad when a therapist (Denise) says that she can't trust you - - and Roxy is a Seminary Student.  How sad is that?!  I think the right call was made by giving Roxy the boot.  She is clearly a loose cannon and not as physically nor mentally strong as Angie.  It will be a good idea to break them up when the time comes (just as it will be a good idea to get rid of Russell, as well.  Speaking of, why the hell didn't he give that pep talk BEFORE the challenge, as opposed to after?  Hmm makes sense.)  I thought it was a clean-cut choice until Roxy ripped Angie a new one at tribal council.  Angie did not stand up for herself (at least not that we saw).  I truly felt bad for Angie and just wanted her to fight back but it never happened.  Roxy was the one who had her torch snuffed this week, and I believe that the Matsing tribe made the right decision.  Oh yeah, did anyone notice how Jeff Probst said that in this game anything can change instantly and told them to keep their heads up?  Something tells me that there will be a tribe switch, much sooner rather than later.  I guess we will have to stay tuned in to find out!  

     Eliminated this week:  Roxy, the 28-year-old Seminary Student from Brooklyn, New York.

Until next time. . . 

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Philippines: Season Premiere

     Before I get started, I just want to say that I was wrong about a few people in my pre-season cast assessment.  I underestimated a few castaways, but I also overestimated a few.  So, I do apologize if I was a little too harsh.  I will comment about each.  The only comments I do not take back are the ones directed toward Swan.  :)  Anyway, let's get started . . .

     Jeff Probst lets it be known that immunity idols will be in play this season.  I am ecstatic!  Hidden immunity idols allows for this game to be very unpredictable.  These idols put a different kind of twist on the game that has been seen in previous seasons, such as Heroes vs. Villains, Fans vs. Favorites, and even in Samoa.  I am excited to see if and how these idols change the course of this season.

     Jonathan Penner was actually on the Fans vs. Favorites season.  Even though he was ejected before the immunity idol game was in full-force, he knows how huge of an impact these things can be.  Penner immediately started looking for the hidden immunity idol.  Although he didn't find the idol, he found the clue hidden in the bag of rice.  In his frantic search, he completely blew off the rest of his tribe.  The five of them knew exactly what was going on.  They have seen how he has played the game before.  This tribe is the only tribe that absolutely wants to get rid of the veteran on their team.   Do I think it will happen?  Probably not.  I couldn't help but notice the thumbs up Penner gave the camera when Jeff Kent was working extremely hard at building the shelter.  Signs to come?  Who knows.  Dawson is someone who really impressed me.  She was the only one who knew who Jeff Kent actually was.  The thing that impressed me about her though was the fact that she said that she would use this information when she deems it to be valuable.  As soon as she said that, I was like "YESSS!!"  This girl knows how to play the game.  I'm very excited to see when and how this information is used.

      Speaking of Jeff Kent, I was not a fan of his prior to this episode, nor am I a fan now.  I believe that his knee will continue to give him problems through-out the game.  I am hoping that his tribe will see that he is a liability for their tribe and will eventually get rid of him.  In addition, I am not a fan of him outside of the game.  I am going to post a link below of an article that was emailed to me a few days ago.  It is actually about Jeff Kent and Lisa Whelchel and their anti-gay agenda.  Kent actually donated $15,000 in support of Proposition 8 in California a few years ago, while Lisa is a firm believer in reparative therapy (pray-away-the-gay) tactics.  I am not rooting for either one of these contestants this season.  Here is the link if you guys would like to read about it:  Survivor 25 Casts Anti-Gay Celebrities

     Considering Lisa was on an episode of "The Talk" the morning that the season premiered, I am not sure that she will be gone as quickly as we believe she will be.  Lisa almost seems too nice to be playing this game.  She wants to work hard around camp, and even commented that she knows that she wants to "develop a personal relationship" with each player (which is exactly how I would play the game, as well).  However, she was seen working alone throughout most of the episode.  Even at one point, the five others went off on their own and asked if she wanted to go with them, but she refused.  I couldn't help but think why would you want to just isolate yourself from the rest of the tribe?!  It's putting a target on your back from the very beginning. . . but like I mentioned, the fact that she was the only new castaway to be featured on "The Talk" says something - - as shitty as that is because after reading this article about her, I would love to see her out of the game.

     One of the people who I think I overestimated in this game is RC.  She immediately offered up that she is a "huge fan of the game."  She was the one who rounded up her alliance.  She talked to Abi, Skupin, and Pete individually to get their alliance together.  She even asked them if they wanted to have an alliance name.  I honestly do not see this thing lasting.  RC seems to be playing the game a little too hard at this point.  It would not surprise me if Abi actually notices that RC is the one calling the shots and eventually turns on her.  RC is undoubtedly the leader of this foursome, but let's see how far her leadership skills will take her.  I'm thinking not as far as I originally anticipated.   

     As soon as the Matsing tribe reached their camp, Swan took the leadership role despite the fact that he said that he wanted to pawn it off on some "young dummy" who doesn't know any different.  It is clear that some of his tribemates are annoyed by the fact that they don't really seem to be making decisions together.  Angie and Malcolm are very vocal about their disdain for their new "leader."  Malcolm and Swan work together to build a fire within the first 45 minutes of being at camp.  Malcolm made the right decision in allowing Swan to actually build the fire.  As Malcolm stated, he does not appear to be a target to Swan, since he's the one who didn't actually build the fire.  He isn't stepping on Swan's webbed feet.

       Swan rubbed his tribe the wrong way in the immunity challenge, as well.  The challenge consisted of three parts. First, two teammates would be tied together, would run through the jungle to retrieve two paddles.  As soon as the next two teammates received the paddles, they would have to paddle out into the ocean to retrieve a huge chest filled with puzzles pieces to give to the last two teammates would would construct a puzzle.  Swan did not allow for any kind of discussion concerning individual strengths and weaknesses.  As soon as Angie mentioned that she wanted to run instead of doing a puzzle, Swan interrupted her - - and stuck her with doing the puzzle anyway.  So far, Swan has not exhibited any of the characteristics that a good leader should possess.

      Swan has never been a very strategic player.  He did exactly what he said he did not want to do this time around  As aforementioned, Russell Swan's game-play in Samoa was a joke. as well.  After I posted my cast assessment a couple weeks ago, I actually received a hate message from Swan on Twitter. Our conversation is posted below:


Tim Gilmore ‏@the_timgilmore

You should check out my pre-season assessment of the #Survivor Philippines cast! http://the-timgilmore-survivor.blogspot.com/2012/09/phillippines-season-preview.html?spref=tw … @RC_Survivor

15 Sep Russ Swan ‏@russkid

@the_timgilmore Your blog sucks.

15 Sep Tim Gilmore ‏@the_timgilmore

@russkid  lol, at least I'm honest.

15 Sep Russ Swan ‏@russkid
@the_timgilmore More like biased

15 Sep Tim Gilmore ‏@the_timgilmore

@russkid -- sorry if I hurt your feelings. I:m sure you're a nice enough guy. Good luck! :)

15 Sep Russ Swan ‏@russkid

@the_timgilmore  Is not about my feelings. I'm losing patience with dudes like you talking shit. I'm done.

15 Sep Tim Gilmore ‏@the_timgilmore

@russkid  -- so people who are right? Thanks for being a good representative for the show. :)

Needless to say, he never responded after my last Tweet.

     In my pre-season assessment, I really trashed Angie.  I didn't think she would be able to provide much to her tribe.  It seemed to me that she was only there to further her career.  I was absolutely wrong.  From the very beginning, she was campaigning to get rid of Swan.  She saw him as an immediate threat.   He was an easy target due to his lack of strategic game-play (as I already mentioned).  I honestly saw her being one of the first people out of this game, but now I can definitely see her going far.  I believe that I was right about Roxy on a few different levels, but the one thing that I did not really take into consideration is the fact that she does have military background.  She typically does have to follow a chain of command.  If some of the other people in her tribe use this to their advantage, I believe they will be able to use Roxy at pivotal points in this game.   I think Malcolm and Denise can be a very dangerous pair.  Malcolm knows how to play this game, and Denise is a therapist.  Because of this, Malcolm knew immediately that it would be a good idea to have Denise on his side.  If Angie, Malcolm, Roxy, and Denise stick together, they can do some damage in this game.  I think they are the smartest four-some of the season.  I would love to see the four of them stick together.  Only time will tell. . .

     Zane is a very interesting individual.  He was definitely the most interesting on this episode.  However, I truly believe that he thinks that he is smarter than what he actually is.  As soon as the tribe got to camp, Zane made an alliance with Denise, then Roxy, then Angie, and then Malcolm and Swan.  He even went as far to tell Malcolm and Swan that he had already made alliances with everyone else on the tribe.  His logic was that he would be able to get everyone to be his pawns.  This would have been able to work if he had not mentioned to Swan and Malcolm that he had previous alliances.  Huge mistake!  But honestly, logic was completely out the window with this guy.  After the Matsing tribe lost the immunity challenge, Zane was basically campaigning to be sent him.  He said that he was the weakest one in the challenge - - when in actuality, Denise and Malcolm were the ones who caused everyone to fall behind.  He also said that things will probably just get worse for him in this game.  As much as I cannot stand Swan, I know that his tribe made the right decision in voting Zane out.  He was the weakest link.  At this point in the game, the most important thing is to keep a strong tribe so you can have the numbers further on down the line.  However, unless Swan is able to find the hidden immunity idol, I think he will be the next to go on the tribe....especially if Angie has anything to do with it.  At least, I can hope that Swan goes home fairly soon. :)

 

Eliminated:  Zane Knight, the 28-year-old, Tire Repairman from Danville, Virgiina

Until next time. . .

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Philippines: Season Preview

     Survivor Philippines is the 25th season of Survivor.  Of course it wouldn't be Survivor without some sort of twist.  This season's twist is that CBS will be bringing back three people who were ejected from the game, unexpectedly, due to injury.  There will be three tribes led by each of these men.

      First, we have Michael Skupin.  Mike was on the very second season of the show - - Australia.  His season was the first season I had ever watched, and I have been hooked ever since.  Alot has changed in this game since he played the first time.  On his original season, he was the leader.  He helped his tribe get food and win challenges, and I truly believe that if he had not fallen into the fire that he would have made it to the end and won the million dollar prize.  One of the things that have changed the most about the game is that the leader is often one of the first people to go.  However, in the past, there have only been two times in which returning players did not end up winning the game.  I definitely can see Michael winning this game.  I seriously doubt any of the newbies will be smart enough to get rid of him at the right time, but we shall see!  Mr. Skupin will be in charge of the Tandang tribe, and their color is yellow.  My assessment of the rest of the crew is followed. 

Abi-Maria Gomes:
     Abi is a 32-year-old business student from Los Angeles, California.  I honestly think the thing that will hurt Abi the most is her ethnicity.  My guess is that there will be a language barrier between her and the rest of the Tandang tribe.  I honestly don't think she will bring much to the tribe.  I see her being the weakest female on the tribe.  The only way that she doesn't go first or second is if she somehow charms her way through the game.  I don't see this happening, though.  My guess is that she will be the first or second person to go on her tribe.

Artis Sylvester:
     Artis is a 53-year-old Computer Engineer from Terry Town, Louisiana.  Artis already has a survivor's tale.  He is a cancer survivor.  If Artis is wise, he would not share this information with anyone else in this game.  People look for reasons to get rid of others, and no one would want to give him an opportunity to receive the sympathy vote at the end of the game.  In addition, Artis is a loner in life.  In general, his job prohibits him from socializing with others.  I don't see him being able to mesh well with the other members of his tribe.  I see him going second, after Abi in his tribe. 
Lisa Whelchel:
     Lisa is a 49-year-old former child star who currently resides in Dallas, Texas.  When I first heard that Blair from "The Facts of Life," was going to be on this season, I literally rolled my eyes.  I am not a fan of celebrities being on this show.  You had your fifteen minutes of fame, so make some guest appearances somewhere else.  However, after watching her video, I think I'm actually going to like her.  Lisa seems to be a super fan of the show, claiming to have never missed an episode in 24 seasons.  Even though she currently does "the Lord's work," I have a feeling that she may have a devilish side to her.  If she makes a good alliance at the beginning of the game and isn't afraid to lie or manipulate, then I can definitely see her going far in this game.  I'm very interested to see how well she does.  Even though I do not want her to win the game, I would like to see her at least make it to the merge.

Pete Yurkowski:
     Pete is a 24-year-old model and Engineering Graduate from Holmdel, New Jersey.  Pete is definitely the eye candy of the season.  I would love to watch him (literally) go far in the game, but I don't see it happening.  Even though he has a degree in engineering, he just does not seem to have a whole lot going on upstairs.  I believe that Pete will basically do things that other people tell him until the other tribemates don't need him anymore.  I would be very surprised if Pete made it to the merge, but I have been wrong before.  Let's hope that my eye-candy stays longer than I predict.

RC Saint-Amour:
     RC is a 27-year-old Investment Banker from New York City.  I get a good vibe from RC.  A vibe like she could make it to the end of this game?  Possibly!  As the song goes, "if you can make it here, you can make it anywhere."  I strongly believe that RC will be a physical asset to the team.  I also think that working in her current profession, that she has the mental capabilities to deal with the social aspect of this game.  Something tells me that she will instantly gravitate toward Mike Skupin.  My prediction is that he will appreciate everything that she has to offer, thus extending her life in the game.  I would not be surprised to see her in the finals.  She also mentioned Ozzy in her interview, which tells me that she is a fan of the show.  That will definitely not hurt her, either.  :)
   
     The second returning player we have is Jonathan Penner.  We first saw him on Cook Islands, then he made his return when he was on the "Favorites" tribe in Micronesia.  Penner has always been a loud mouth.  Due to this, he was almost selected as a Villain during season 20 of the show.  It has been about five years since he has played the game last.  It will be interesting to see how far he makes it in the game.  I don't think that he is destined to win.  However, if he plays his cards right, he can definitely make it far in the game.  I would not be surprised to see him in the finals.  The tribe that he will be representing is known as Kalabaw, and their tribe color is red.  The main difference about Penner's tribe is that most of the people on the tribe have very reserved personalities.  If Penner plays his cards right, he will have a great opportunity to have a solid alliance with several of the members of this tribe - - because they look like a bunch of followers.  None of them look like they are ready to play the social aspect of this game.  Below is the rest of his tribemates, and my assessment of each.

Sarah Dawson:
     Dawson is a 28-year-old Insurance Salesperson from Silver Spring, Maryland.  The only word that I can find to describe Dawson is "weird."  The only way I see her going far in this game is if she just takes it down a notch, doesn't let her full personality show, and rides someone's coattail.  In addition, she IS a saleswoman, so she may be able to schmooze other people.  The personality is has been displaying may just be a facade.  Otherwise, I believe that people will find her extremely annoying, thus getting rid of her early on.  I see her being one of the first people gone from the Kalabaw tribe.

Katie Hanson:
     Katie is a 22-year-old aspiring State Trooper from Newark, Delaware.  I'm not completely sure how to read Katie.  Physically, I think she will do alright...but I think her age will be her biggest downfall.  In all honesty, I don't think she has a lot of life experience to get far in the game of Survivor.  If she sticks with the males of the tribe, she has the potential to at least make it to the merge.  Out of everyone this entire season, I am most unsure about her.  She just seems fairly boring to me.  I can see her being a sleeper.

Jeff Kent:
     Jeff is a 44-year-old former Major League Baseball player from Austin, Texas.  Much like Jimmy Johnson, I am not looking forward to seeing Jeff play this game.  Clearly he doesn't need the money, so move on.  If you are looking for an adventure then go sky-diving, mountain-climbing, or go deep sea diving with sharks.  Don't take this opportunity away from someone else.  Anyway, if Jeff's past is any indication, I see him being a hot-head.  However, if he actually knows how this game goes, he will have to watch his temper in order to survive.  He will probably be looked at as one of the leaders of this tribe.  If he is able to get along with Penner, then I see the two of them making it far in the game.   Jeff may try to get rid of Penner early on, thus being his ultimate downfall.

Dana Lambert:
     Dana is the 32-year-old Cosmetologist from Winston-Salem, North Carolina.  Much like Artis, Dana actually has a unique story to tell.  She came out as a lesbian at a young age, and is a recovering drug addict.  She is also similar to Artis in the sense that she seems to be a little more reserved.  The only way that I see her going far in this game is if she just sits back and observes everyone else.  If she is able to use everyone else's mistakes to her advantage, she can go far.  However, I honestly believe that she may be too "different" to fair well in this game. 

Carter Williams:
     Carter is a 24-year-old Track Coach from Shawnee, Kansas.  Carter is also very quiet.  I don't see him being able to play the social game needed in order to get far in this game.  Physically, he should be able to fair well in the challenges, but that is only 1/3rd of what this game is about.  I can see Carter make it to the merge, but being one of the first out.  I honestly do not believe that he will open himself up in time to connect with the other people around him.


     I am really surprised that Russell Swan is being awarded the opportunity to play this game again.  In my opinion, he was one of the most boring people from his season.  However, if he would have stayed in Samoa, things might have been drastically different than Russell Hantz and the Foa Foa 4 taking over the game.  It is definitely one of those "what if" situations, much like Michael Skupin.  I don't believe that his strategy will be much different than it was before.  I seriously doubt he will make the merge.  If he does, he will get extremely lucky.  Eussell is the team leader of the blue, Matsing, tribe.  My pre-season thoughts of the remaining contestants are below.

Zane Knight:
     Zane is a 28-year-old Tire Repairman from Danville, Virginia.  When I initially saw a picture of Zane, I imagined him being the villain of the season.  Boy, was I completely wrong.  Zane just seems to be a good ol' country boy.  Much like Dana, I think he may be too "different" in order to make it far in this game...especially considering what his tribemates are like.  I do not believe that Zane has the killer instinct to make it past the first or second tribal council that he goes to. 

Angie Layton:
     Angie is a 20-year-old Model/Student from Provo, Utah.  Honestly, I believe that Angie will be one of the first people to go, and I hope I am right about this one.  I truly get the vibe that she has never watched an episode of the game that I love.  The thing that annoys me the most is when people like Angie get picked for this show - - not because they love it like I do, but because she is beautiful.  I know that she is going to exploit the show in order to further her career.  I see her as being one of the weakest of the Matsing tribe.  I expect her to go first or second from her tribe.  Adios!

Roxy Morris:
     Roxy is a 28-year-old Semiary Student from Brooklyn, New York.  I think Roxy may be the person who surprises us the most.  If you take her at face value, she does not really seem to have that X-factor.  However, she does have military experience and a strong faith, so mentally, she may end up being one of the strongest female competitors of the season.  On the other hand, in a previous interview, she said that she can relate most to Brandon Hantz.  If this is the case, she does not have that killer instinct it takes to make it to the end of this game.  I don't see her being one of the first to go from her tribe, but I don't see her making it to the end.

Denise Stapley:
     Denise is the 41-years-old Sex Therapist from Cedar Rapids, Iowa.  There is something about Denise that I really like.  Denise is really good at reading people...because it is her job.  Physically, I believe that she will be far better than any other woman this season.  The fact that she compared herself to Stephenie LaGrossa is another reason why I like her.  Stephenie is one of my all time favorite players.  I know that I will love Denise if she is anything like Stephenie.  I think Denise has the ability to make it very close to the finals as long as she uses her psycho-babble techniques on the rest of the cast.  In addition, she is the oldest woman on her tribe.  I am hoping this does not put her on the outs.  Her best bet will be to side with Russell until it is time for her to start mingling with the people of the other tribes.  I'm excited to watch Denise this season!

Malcolm Freberg:

     Malcolm is a 25-year-old bartender from Hermosa Beach, California.  Malcolm comes off very arrogant.  My first impression of him is that I'm not going to like him.  However, I get the gut feeling that I will be secretly rooting for him this season - - because I can tell that he has a devious side to him.  Will he be one of the strongest strategiists this sesason?  I'm thinking so!  I definitely see him going far.  I believe that he will be a physical asset from the very beginning.  As a fellow bartender, I am expecting him to have the ability to read other people without a second thought.  Malcolm compares himself to Russell Hantz.  Will he have the capability to rule the show and piss everyone off at the same time?  He thinks he is going to rule from day one.  With that smile - - I see him being more like a male version of Parvati.  I guess we only have until the 19th to find out what he is capable of.  Something tells me that this season will not be the last time we see Mr. Freberg.  :)


     Honestly, I'm not exactly sure what to think about this season.  I have heard rumors that Jeff Probst strongly believes that the fans will love it.  There are a few characters who I am interesting in seeing.  However, I have no interest in watching several of them.  Even though last season was a snooze fest due to Kim's total domination - - I do believe that many of the cast had very strong personalities.  Anyway, I hope the rumors are correct because I have not seen a good season since Heroes vs. Villains.  I am ready for something to change!

     On a side note, I just wanted to let everyone know that I recently went to a live audition for the show.  I had the opportunity to talk to Chelsea and Kim (from One World) on multiple occasions.  Kim was an absolute sweetheart, and I definitely see how she won the game.  I feel very strongly that my audition went well.  I acted like the audition process started as soon as I got out of my truck.  I was undoubtedly the most outgoing person there.  I know that this is going to happen for me.  Hopefully sooner than later!  Wish me luck guys!  #TeamTim

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I'll see you at the season premiere on September 19th!

One World: Finale

     Well, this is it!  We are at the end of yet another season.  Before I get started with the three-hour finale, I just want to recap what I said about all of the cast members prior to the start of the show, so I can see how accurate I was about how things were going to play out.  Also, I just wanted to say that I knew that the women would stick together to vote out the men.  I accurately predicted this from the very beginning!  I think I said something along the lines of. . . in previous seasons, women are much more likely to stick together than men.  This is exactly what happened!  Tarzan was the only male to last longer than a woman after the merge.  So, kudos to that crazy, crazy, well-spoken man. 

     I currently predicted that Monica and Nina would be in an alliance.  I also knew that Nina would get targeted early due to the fact that she was the oldest woman on the tribe.  This was correct. 

     I think I didn't give Jay enough credit.  He made it further in the game than I thought he would be.  However, I did say that he would end up being a push-over, which was definitely the case.  He did whatever Colton told him to do, and eventually got taken out by the women.  He did have more fight in him than I thought he would have, so I have to give credit where credit is due. 

     I gave Christina way more credit than I should have.  I was accurate in the fact that I said she would go far in the game.  However, she made it that far because no one deemed her to be a threat.  Everyone else carried her along and used her as an extra vote - - that's all.  I'm ready for her to get the boot tonight!  No final three for you, sweety. 

     Kat made it further than I thought she would, all because she was able to get into the five-woman alliance on the first day.  If this wouldn't have happened, she would have been out fairly early.  Good job, Kat.  You made it further than I thought you would...and you were fairly entertaining, as well. 

     I really didn't have much to say about Michael.  I knew that he would be one of the least entertaining people of the season.  He was too afraid to make any big moves.  He did make it to the merge, though, so kudos to him. 

     I didn't think that Leif would make it to the merge due to the fact that he was the first "little person" the game has ever seen.  I knew that people would not want to go to the final three with him due to the sympathy vote.  Leif also did really well in the challenges, which I was not expecting.

     I made an accurate assumption about Kourtney.  I knew that she wouldn't make it far in the game (even though the reason she was taken out of the game was due to an injury).  We didn't have much of an opportunity to see what she was all about.

     I knew that Jonas was going to be the chef of the season, and he played this to his full advantage.  He stuck around until the women decided that they didn't need him anymore. 

     Bill was taken out before the merge, which is what I predicted.  He tried too hard to be the nice guy, which was his ultimate downfall.  He didn't have enough fight in him to make it far in the game.  Colton took the opportunity to vote him out of the game early on. 

     I knew that if Matt was going to make it far in the game, he would have to take a step back and not let his ego get in the way.  This did NOT happen.  Matt was too cocky in this game, which was his ultimate downfall.

     Sabrina succeeded in what she set out to do.  She said that she normally loves to talk and entertain people, but she was aware of the fact that she would need to take a step back in order to go far in the game.  She did just that!  She was the original leader of the women's tribe, which garnered her a lot of respect from the other women in her tribe.  She was also able to make a solid alliance, which got her to the end of the game.

    I accurately predicted that Chelsea and Kim would form an early bond.  This ultimate alliance is taking the two girls to the end of the game.  Her adaptability essentially got her to the end of the game.  She said that she didn't have a clear strategy prior to going in.  She just wanted to figure things out as she went along.  She did that the entire game.  She absolutely has played one of the best games I've ever seen, and I will be completely shocked if she doesn't take home the gold.

     The only two things I said about Tarzan prior to the start of the season was how weird he is, and that he would be the Phillip Sheppard of the season.  Those two statements were correct.  The only reason why he got as far as he did was because he was willing to do whatever the women wanted him to do.  He really didn't have a long-term goal in this game, in my honest opinion.

     I knew that Troyzan was going to be good in challenges.  I also predicted that Colton would see Tarzan and Troyzan as outcasts, and he would take them under his wing.  This was absolutely correct!  Amazing! :)

     I knew that Alicia would go far because of the fact that she is  bitch.  People would want to take her far in the game because she would not get alot of votes at the final council.  She really had no chance in hell at winning the game.  I also mentioned that she would be the woman who America hated this season.  I think I was accurate in this assessment. 

     Monica was unable to get into an early alliance with the women, which was her ultimate downfall.  She was seemed as too big of a physical threat, and she was too nice.  The women took her out early on due to these factors. 

     There were so many things about Colton that I was right about.  He made an alliance with the older men of the tribe, which saved his ass at the first tribal council.  He was the diva and the villain of the season.  He was not able to keep his mouth shut, whatsoever.  He was rude and crude.  I really wish that he wouldn't have gotten injured, because I would have loved to see him make it to the merge and take on the women of the other tribe.  I would love to see him come back for another season.  Heroes vs. Villains part 2? 

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     Let's get to the season finale!  They are really focusing a lot on Kim on this episode.  She is trying to play the best strategic game that will win her the money.  However, at this point in the game, I believe it is necessary to maintain a level of integrity and honesty.  Kim has been bestfriends with Chelsea from day one, and I don't think it would be wise to stab her in the back.  Right now Kim has two options, she could take Alicia and Christina to the end with her because she thinks that this would be an easy win for her.  Or, she could fight it out with Chelsea and Sabrina.  Even though she would have a better chance at winning against Alicia and Christina, I don't think she has anything to worry about.  If she turns on Sabrina and Chelsea, people could be bitter and not give her the money.  So, it's a tricky situation. 

     Kim once again won immunity.  Chelsea is expecting Kim to give the hidden immunity idol to her.  I'm not sure this is the best thing for Kim to do.  If she pulls it out, the other women might get pissed off at her because she didn't tell them that she had it.  I think it is ridiculous how confident everyone is about not going home.  There are only four people who could potentially get votes.  One of you are going home tonight.  Is this not ringing a bell? 

     In a 3 to 2 vote, Alicia was voted out!  It's been a long-time coming.  I think it's funny that she got voted out before Christina, but she'll be right behind Alicia.  FINALLY!  I probably have not liked a player less than Christina.  Completely worthless.  I couldn't help but notice the colorful remarks that Kat kept saying.  She said that she got backstabbed, just like Alicia did.  Please, girl.  You're ridiculous.  Get over yourself!  I'm hoping she votes for Kim to win the money.  It's the right thing to do!  Don't be a bitter jury member! 

Eliminated:  Alicia Rosa, the 25-year-old Special Education Teach from Chicago, Illinois

     Alicia knew that her downfall was turning on Tarzan.  Duh, should have forced a tie!  Lesson learned - - this is a game for a million dollars.  You cannot put all of your trust in one person!  You're not the only person playing the game.  You have to question everything someone tells you! 

     I've never really liked the Fallen Comrads portion of the show.  It seems scripted and fake.  You got rid of them for one reason or another.  But of course, they always act like they loved everyone.  Yeah right!

     In the final individual immunity challenge, it was neck and neck between Christina and Kim.  Kim proved yet again why she is amazing.  It was her fourth individual immunity win!  She's a beast, and now she is in the final three.  This is her game to lose!

     I thought it was completely ridiculous that Christina did not try to fight to stay in the game.  She said that she didn't want to be "blindsided."  She wanted to know if it was going to be her.  Kim told her that she would be going home.  Why the hell did you just give up?  Convince Kim that you would be the wiser decision to take to the finals than Chelsea or Sabrina!  What is wrong with you?  Yet again why I am so ready for you to go home.  Absolutely ridiculous!  Jeff even called her out.  It doesn't make sense to give up a million dollar game. 

In a 3 to 1 vote, Christina is the final jury member, and we are left with our final three of Sabrina, Chelsea, and Kim - - just as I predicted over a month ago! 

Eliminated:  Christina Cha, the 29-year-old Career Consultant from Los Angeles, California


     Now the time has come for the final tribal council.  One thing that I absolutely hate is when the jury members are bitter.  Yes, it makes for an interesting tribal, but get over it!  The people in the final three in one way or another O, O, O'ed you!  They deserve to be there more than you.  We really didn't see much hate from the jury members.  I think everyone realized that Kim was the ring-leader. She's got this game in the bag.  I do want to say that you can tell that Kat grew up alot while she was out there.  She gave an amazing speech, and the fact that Chelsea was crying really goes to show that she is an amazing woman with a huge heart. 

     Well, Kim deserved this win.  She is one of the best players to ever play this game.  I would love to see her come back.  Her game was flawless.  Congrats, Kim Spradlin!  You will undoubtedly be a member of the Survivor Hall of Fame one day! 

Sole Survivor:  Kim Spradlin, the 29-year-old Bridal Shop Owner from San Antonio, Texas.

     Lastly, congrats again to Kim for winning the Player of the Season.  America definitely got it right.  You deserved it.  You absolutely were the player of the season.  Good job, chica.

     I really hope everyone enjoyed my posts this season.  I look forward to doing it all over again next season!  We have three returning players who are getting a second chance at becoming the Sole Survivor.  I'm really looking forward to Michael Skupin playing again.  It's been about ten years since we saw him last.  Is he going to be the same person?  Is he going to play the same kind of game he played last time?  It should be interesting to see!  I'll see you guys in the fall!  You can always talk to me on Twitter or find me lurking around the Survivor Whispers Facebook group.  I intend on submitting another audition tape when the time comes.  One of these seasons, you will see me on there!  I love this game so much.

Until next time. . .

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One World: Episode 13

     As much as I adore Kim and believe that she is one of the best players of all time (Yeah, I just said that) I am actually glad that we saw alot of strategizing from other people this week.  And I can suspect that we will see so much more in a few days when we're all watching the 3 hour One World finale!  Who's stoked?  I know I am! :)  Let's get to it. . .

     I definitely have to give Chelsea mad props.  She knows that she is in a tight alliance with Sabrina and Kim, so at this point in the game it is basically three versus three.  Chelsea finds the perfect opportunity to try to reel Christina into her alliance.  She is completely aware that Alicia controls everything that Christina does.  Chelsea promised Christina that if she wins the reward challenge she would take her.  She tries to empathize with her.  Neither one of them had eaten much since they started the game 30+ days ago.  After the girls discuss this, Christina runs to Alicia and Kim and has diarrhea of the mouth concerning the conversation she just had.  Okay, first of all, this just reiterates why I DESPISE Christina.  If you knew from day one that Kim and Chelsea were in a tight 5-woman alliance, why would you say this to Kim?  Are you that oblivious to what is going on around you?  Christina should have just pulled Alicia aside and explained to her what was going on.  This did not need to be something that was said to Kim.  Idiot!  Kim immediately told Chelsea what Christina had told her . . . . and game on! 

     The reward challenge involved a puzzle, and Chelsea came out on top yet again.  Is this the Kim vs. Chelsea Hour?  What's going on?  These two women are beasts in challenges!  Anyway, Chelsea had the chance to choose two people to take with her on the reward.  The line in the sand was clearly drawn when Chelsea chose Sabrina and Kim to go with her.  Of course Christina was pissed off, but she had no right to be.  She went behind Chelsea's back and started talking shit.  Get over it.  You reap what you sow!  The reward consisted of:  a beautiful yacht ride with clean clothes, a fully stocked bathroom, and a clean bed.  I think I remember seeing food and champagne, as well.  Hell yeah! 

     Back at camp, Christina and Alicia were so upset that Chelsea did not pick them that they told Tarzan that the plan was to force a tie at tribal - - forcing someone to either switch his/her vote or to pull rocks.  Tarzan stressed to Alicia how important it is that they go to the final three together.  He even went as far as to say that he would tell the jury members to vote for her to win the game.  Little did Alicia know at the time that he was also telling Kim the same exact thing.  Alicia did not solidify this plan with Tarzan.  She wanted to talk to Kim about what had been said.  Why would you do this?  You are supposed to be in a tight alliance.  Even though it's three versus three at the moment, if Tarzan gets kicked off, what makes you think you or Christina will not be the next to go?  Is it because you know that Chelsea and Sabrina are bigger threats for Kim's end-game?  Correct!  Which also means that your game throughout the entire season has been completely worthless.  Anyway, I digress. . . Once Alicia and Kim start conversing, they discover that Tarzan had been telling all of the women the exact same thing.  So, the plan is to actually get rid of Tarzan.  I believe that the Kim, Chelsea, Sabrina alliance knew that Tarzan was the bigger threat anyway.  All they needed to do was get one of the more feeble-minded women in on the plan, and it was set in stone. 

     The individual immunity challenge was one that we saw during the first Redemption Island.  I was actually surprised to see Alicia win considering it had to do with putting a puzzle together.  Wow, congrats, you just bought yourself your final three days in this game!  You better celebrate them as much as you possibly can.  I think her winning this challenge was a fluke.  If she doesn't win the next one, she will be out of this game. 

     The most interesting thing I noticed about council was how Christina had the nerve to tell Chelsea how pissed off she was for not keeping her word.  Um, are you serious?  That ranks right up there with Alicia stating how she was the "Queen" of this game...or of the island, or whatever stupid thing she said.  Ugh.  Anyway, I loved that Chelsea did not back down and told her that Christina broke her trust by revealing details about their private conversation.  Jeff prompted them to vote and in a 5-to-1 vote, Tarzan was the newest member of the jury and the last male to leave the game. 

     I made the final three prediction weeks ago!  The production crew tried to play mind games with us over the past couple weeks by making us think that one of them -- if not two - - would be getting the boot soon (Chelsea and Sabrina).  Haha, yeah, right.  I know what I'm talking about guys.  After Kat got voted off last week, we were left with five women:  Kim, Chelsea, Sabrina, Christina, and Alicia and then one man:  Tarzan.  I'm pretty sure I have stated on numerous occasions why the latter three are still around.  Christina is just a floater.  She has no chance at winning a million dollars.  She will do whatever anyone tells her to do, does not speak well at tribal, and has no mind of her own, thus she has been used as a swing vote.  Alicia is a mouthy, arrogant bitch who has done nothing in the game but piss people off.  She has no chance in hell at winning this game.  Tarzan is the only one of these three who was any kind of threat, whatsoever.  He tried to play the girls against each other, despite the fact that he failed horribly.  And even though he did side with the women to vote out the other men, if Tarzan made it to the final three, there would be five men on the jury and four women.  If the guys were bitter and decided that they did not want a female to win, they could easily hand him the game.  From a strategic standpoint, it makes absolute perfect sense to get rid of Tarzan.  He is and always has been expendable.  The women used and abused him to take out his original tribe.  They carried him until they didn't need him any longer.  There was a slight risk that he could get the majority vote at the final tribal council.  Sorry, Tarzan, but you've been an absolutely worthless person to watch on this show, and I'm glad your torch got snuffed.  It'll be interesting to see what happens in the finale.  I'm thinking that Alicia will be the next to go, just because she is a better talker than Christina.  Also, she puts up more of a fight in the individual immunity challenges.  So, as long as Alicia doesn't win immunity, she will be the first one to go....followed by Christina.  My final three prediction from back in the day will be accurate, and I will come out looking like a superstar!  See you guys at the finale!

Eliminated:  Greg (Tarzan) Smith, the 64-year-old Plastic Surgeon from Houston, Texas

Until next time. . .

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One World: Episode 12

--This is the first time that I'm actually updating my blog at the same time I'm watching the episode.  I'm excited to see how it goes. --

     I believe that people are finally starting to look at the end-game.  What moves need to be made now in order to win a million dollars?  Who do I want to take with me in order to win?  Alicia had an epiphany after last week's episode.  She noticed how smooth Sabrina is able to talk to the jury.  However, Christina is on the complete opposite end of the spectrum.  Everyone knows that she has literally done nothing to get where she is, plus if she makes it to the final three, she would get eaten alive at the final tribal council.  Alicia's downfall may be that she believes that she is in control.  Newsflash, Alicia, every single one of the girls you are with thinks she, too, is in control of the game.  Cockiness equals death in this game.  Let's see how far it takes her. 

     This week's reward challenge allowed us to meet family members of the remaining castaways.  I'm not sure what exactly goes on to make the contestants miss their friends and family so much.  Maybe it's because they don't have the option to talk to them every day, so they just crave that affection.  Or maybe it's because they are stressed the entire time they are on the island and always have to worry about whether or not the people they associate themselves with can be trusted, that as soon as the person from home arrives, they automatically feel a sense of relief and trust.  I don't see my closest friends or family members for months on end, so I don't think it would be a big deal.  The hardest thing would be staying a great length of time away from my significant other (which I do not have, so it would be a cake walk).  If I won the challenge, I would probably give the win away to someone else.  You have to schmooze people in order to win this game.  I definitely believe that Kat made the wrong decision this week.  Tarzan has had to spend the past 30+ days away from his wife, and Christina's dad recently had a kidney transplant and is only expected to live for about ten years.  Although this is a game about deceit, lying, backstabbing, etc....there is a sense of deceny that SHOULD come into play, as well.  Coming from Kat's perspective, I'm sure that she knew what she SHOULD have done, but she may have been thinking that if she didn't take the two people that she took (Kim and Alicia), that they would be bitter.  So, it's hard to assume what she was thinking at that very moment.  It'll be interesting to see if Kat will be able to recover or if she sealed her fate in this game.

     Kim is definitely thinking long-term.  You want to take the right people to the end with you - - people you believe you can beat.  Additionally, you want to figure out a way to vote out your closest allies without it looking like you had any hand in their departure (so you could essentially get their jury vote at the end).  I don't think that it is Kat's time to go at this point.  She is easily beatable in the jury, so it would be wise to get rid of Chelsea or Sabrina at this point in the game.

     There are only a few days left.  Kim is pulling out all stops to ensure that she makes it to the final three.  She still has the hidden immunity idol in her back pocket, but she has also won back-to-back immunity challenges.  She is a beast!  I am so impressed with her.  Kat displayed poor sportsmanship at the end of the individual immunity challenge.  Considering everything that happened with her in this week's episode, I would not be surprised if they get rid of her this week.  It will make everyone happy, plus there are several reasons WHY they should get rid of her.  She also proved tonight that she can be a physical threat in challenges.  She may start out as a bitter jury member, but as long as they fill her head with how big of a threat she was, I think she'll get over it.

     Tribal council was very interesting.  It was edited perfectly where you couldn't tell who was going home.  Is it Kat or Sabrina?  Kat received a lot of slack.  Although I do believe she received the initial criticism very hard.  She did seem to recover very well.  In tribal, she did say that she loves blindsides because they are "fun and exciting."  However, Kat was blindsided.  She received 6 votes and Sabrina received 1.   She is the first female jury member of the season! 

     Kat's interview was hysterical.  She thinks she will go down as the most naive person to ever play the game, and she's embarrassed that she went out before Christina and Tarzan.  I would be, too, Kat!  Hahaha, just kidding.  They thought you were some kind of threat.  You should be proud of yourself.  In my season preview, I stated that Kat would probably be one of the first people out.  I definitely underestimated her, so kudos to her!

     I'm anxious to see what happens for the remainder of the season.  People are beginning to strategize and contemplate how to get to the end and who to take with them so they can win.  Kim has this game in the bag unless somone realizes how big of a threat she is.  I really hope she doesn't win the immunity challenge next week, just to see if anyone targets her.  At this point in the game, it's hard to tell who will go next.  Sabrina is a smooth talker and trustworthy, so she may be able to get some jury votes if she makes it to the jury.  However, she has been perceived as the laziest person around camp.  Alicia honestly has no chance at winning this game, so why not bring her to the end?  Tarzan is definitely this season's Phillip.  There is no way he will win the game, so why not bring him to the finals?  Christina is completely useless and is horrible at talking at tribal, so it makes sense to take her to the finals, as well.  I would not be surprised if Chelsea and Sabrina are two of the next targets.  Let's see what happens! :) 

Eliminated this week:  Kat Edorsson, the 22-year-old Timeshare Representative from Orlando, Florida

Until next time . . .

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One World: Episode 11

     The episode started out with the tribe going back to camp after just eliminating Leif.  Wow, if it wasn't obvious before, then it should be crystal clear now, right?  There are 8 people left in the game - - 6 women and 2 men.  Which one of the guys is next to go?  The only ounce of hope that Troyzan has at this point is winning individual immunity or else his ass is grass.  Let's see how the episode unfolds.

     Treemail is read for the upcoming reward challenge, and the key words are "get away."  So Kat immediately believes that the winner will get to leave the island and go somewhere luxurious.  If past seasons set a precedence, Kat suspects that the winner of the reward challenge will get to choose one or two people to take with them on the reward.  Kim tells Kat that she will take her as long as Alicia, Christina, and Troyzan are not left alone at camp.  Kat agrees with this idea.  I think Kim was thinking about half-wittedly when making that decision.  I think the only person that she really had to worry about was Troyzan.  If you know that a challenge like this is coming up....get with your alliance members and decide who you should take with you on the reward challenge.  Why not take Troyzan on the reward with you.  That way you can personally do damage control.  You would be cutting him off at the knees.  You would prevent him from having access from the five or six people left at camp.  Perfect opportunity completely wasted!

     In the reward challenge, Kim seemed to be the person that no one seemed to be worried about.  Everyone was so busy taking each other out, that it allowed Kim a clean sweep at the reward challenge.  At the end, she was able to choose two people to go on the helicopter ride with her.  This episode showed us that Kim is not a perfect player.  She made a few flaws in who she decided to go with.  Kim chose Alicia - - possibly due to the fact that she came in second place.  Okay, this decision is fair.  However, the second person she chose was her cohort-in-crime, Chelsea. I do not believe this is a wise decision simply because it exposes the duo as the main alliance in the game.  I believe that the four-women alliance of Kim, Chelsea, Kat, and Sabrina should have decided before hand who was going to take who.  Troyzan should have been taken, so they could quarantine him.  The other person, well, that is just up in the air.  I believe that the women of the tribe really began to understand their place in the game since this decision was made.  Sabrina was labeled the "lazy tribemate," while Christina is someone who "doesn't deserve to be there."  These two kinds of people can easily be beat in a final three, so maybe people will WANT to keep them around.  Only time will tell! 

(At this point in my update, I am having a hard time keeping my eyes open.  I really hope my ideas are coming across the way I intend them to. hahaha).

     Troyzan took the chance to plant seeds in Christina and Kat's heads.  Even though no one has liked Christina from the very beginning of the game which has led her to receive several votes throughout the season, for some reason she always thinks she's safe.  Hmmmm... Anyway, when the trio returned from reward, Kim knew that she had to do some damage control with Kat.  She tried to explain the reasoning behind not taking her on the reward challenge, and for the most part Kat seemed to understand. 

     Despite Kim's lack of strategic game-play in the episode, she was able to show everyone that she is a force to be reckoned with in challenges - - which could also hinder her.  Do you want to look that dominant in challenges?  Absolutely not.  A huge target is slowly being painted.  Let's see if anyone notices and decides to take a shot before it's too late.  Kim won the individual immunity challenge, thus the possibility of finally getting rid of Troyzan is slowly becoming a reality.

     The plan at tribal was to split the vote between Christina and Troyzan.  Five votes were to be cast to Troyzan, but in case he had the hidden immunity idol, Christina would receive the other two votes and would be sent packing.  I found it completely ridiculous that Christina was ok with this idea.  She bought into the idea that "since she has received votes before, she shouldn't be surprised about this" bullshit that she was fed.  People didn't know whether or not Troyzan had an idol or not.  That was the whole purpose of splitting the votes.  I'm sorry, but if someone told me that two votes were headed my way, I would reconsider what the hell was going on.  Not only did Christina go along with this plan, but she also told Troyzan that two votes were going her way.  This could almost give Troyzan a fighting chance.  He told Christina that he would be voting for Chelsea that night.  He was hoping that the seeds that were planted in Tarzan and Kat's heads were beginning to sprout.  Troy had no intention of voting Chelsea out of the game.  He actually wanted the votes to go to Christina, thus allowing him to stay another three days on the island.  Well, his plan did not go exactly as planned.  Christina did vote for Chelsea - - which I'm pretty sure was the only time this entire season that she did something that kind of made sense.   When it was all said and done. . . 1 vote went to Chelsea, 3 votes went to Christina, and 4 votes went to Troyzan.  Troyzan was finally sent packing and became the fifth member of the all-male jury.

     At this point in the game, I think things are going to start getting mixed up a bit.  Everyone knows that Tarzan has absolutely no chance in hell at winning this game.  He will do whatever anyone tells him to do.  He is simply used as an extra vote - - plain and simple.  Christina has proven time and time again that she cannot be trusted and sways with the wind.  They even showed on this episode that they are willing to get rid of her before Tarzan (they didn't split the votes between the Zans...they split them between Troyzan adn Christina).  I honestly believe that Christina will be the next to go...and THANK GOD!!  Christina then Tarzan are my next two predictions.  Let's see how accurate I am.  :)

Eliminated:  Troy Robertson, the 50-year-old Swimsuit Photographer from Miami, Florida

Until next time. . .

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