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Re: Is ‘Big Brother: Over the Top’ (and the franchise in general) being hurt by some of its fans?

crd — Fri, 25 Nov 2016 14:38:51 -0000

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Re: Big Brother 12: Psychosis, Insanity and Serial Bullying On Big Brother

crd — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 02:13:41 -0000

I've been trying to write back, well, forever..it seems, to thank you so very much for your kind remarks! But my computer's is having another of it's own little breakdowns.

I'm glad I finally decided not to name, names in this article. I was so sure I wouldn't have to name them. They seemed obvious to me. But, then I realized, as I was finishing, that they're my picks. Everyone has their own opinion. I think I lay out a strong case for three of them in the articles I mention below.

I wanted to state my theory, and let this piece serve as a stand alone reference piece. Because I know I'll be referring to it again. And I think it can be applied to past and future house guests. More than a few Reality T.V. Stars, on other shows, fit the bill too.

My three main serial bullies are easy to find in the foundational pieces that lead up to this article.

"Britney And Ragan's House of Haters,"
http://realitytvcalendar.co...

"Rachel Visits The House of Haters,"
http://realitytvcalendar.co...

"Brendon's Bald, Meow-Meow Is a Penguin, Poetic Justice is a Joker."
http://realitytvcalendar.co...

My forth candidate left early in the game. But she could have been a real hurricane.

Thank you so much for reading, writing, and sharing your thoughts with me.

Cindy

Re: Big Brother 12: Psychosis, Insanity and Serial Bullying On Big Brother

crd — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 13:21:39 -0000

I'm glad you found this piece. I share your pain. Listening to Ragan cruelly dissect and mock, Rachel and Kathy and Brendon, is a soul draining experience. .

.I'm hoping someone from CBS/Big Brother gets to read this piece too.. But that probably won't happen unless someone reading this passes it along to them. I'd also love for Brendon, Andrew and Rachel, and their family members, to get to read this, and well as the foundational articles leading up to this piece.

That's what happened when I wrote about BB8's Jen Johnson's experience in, "The Desolation of Jen." That's when I began trying to define, understand and defend a targeted victim..I received a ton of thank you mail and actually heard from some of the family members of House Guests while they were STILL in the house. They were so frustrated; felt so helpless. They were relieved someone was speaking out.

Maybe that will happen again. That's why we encourage people to share, post, and get the article out there. Because, it might help present, past and future houseguests, who have gone through this experience.

I heard from EvelDick too. I loved that interview. Surprisingly, so did he. He let me ask anything, and I let him answer fully and completely in "A Conversation With EvelDick Donato. Words Have No power. " That was his side of the argument. Of course you can probably guess mine. It was a really good give and take. He was almost a saint compared to these people. Because he really loves his daughter. We were able to see that side of him.

The haters in this house just do it for fun. And I'll just never get that.

Take care!
Cindy Rutolo Dietrich

Re: Big Brother 12: Britney And Ragan's House of Haters

crd — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 22:18:38 -0000

For BBfan/Nva:

Wow! First of all, thank you.

You make many good points. I'm so happy, and proud of my fellow man, and women. I really thought I might be alone in even sticking up for these guys.. That's why I tried to be so thorough. I tried to lay out a case, almost like we were going to court.

I really think they should do psychological and sociological studies on what happens to people in this house. I always think of Big Brother as a kind of grand sociological experiment.

I mean it's 's astonishing really to see people like Hayden, and Ragan, fall into this group think.
Because I think that Hayden's a laid back, well brought up young man. I think he's usually kind and fair. And yet, he's fallen under some kind of spell, as has the rest of the house.

And now they've convinced themselves that Brendon and Rachel are the worst examples of human beings ever.
They've been ratcheting up the level of disgust and hatred for them. It's reached ridiculous levels.

The most interesting part is that they seem to believe that they're the heroes on this show. They think they're justified in their actions.

They've been convinced that they can't do anything bad enough to Rachel and Brendon; like they're somehow, less than human.Yet, if you asked them to provide any real reasons why they deserve this, I don't think they'd be able to provide anything substantial..
If they were told that they could actually offer them up to a firing squad, I seriously think they'd all agree. They seem to think I that these two people deserve nothing less than death.

That's why I write articles like this. It just spooks me, makes me think what if... this were the future. I thought, hoped reality t.v. would sputter out, and go away . Instead, it's become a monster. It saves the industry a ton of money. I just don't ever want to see it evolve into something horrible.

Then again, I think what I've seen, especially over the past 5 days, is pretty damn bad.

The curious thing is that Ragan seems to think that he's the hero of this piece.
In between being mean, they can't stop patting themselves on the back. I just wonder if things will look the same to him when he gets outside of this crazy house.

Thanks again for writing. Keep reading, and feel free to touch base with me again.

cindy

Re: Big Brother 12: Britney And Ragan's House of Haters

crd — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 21:43:04 -0000

Ack, this thing is giving me grief. I just lost my post back. Let's see..

Yeah, unfortunately, Britney will probably end up with a spot on SuperPass, like Chelsia, the most evil person, in terms of her words and actions, ever to inhabit the Big Brother House.

I do wonder what the Producers Dof this though. Do they try to comfort Rachel and Brendon? Do they egg the others on.
What happens in the Diary Room is always a mystery. But , we do hear that they get a lot of questions, and hints. They don't come right out and tell them to do or say something. But, they do have a way of letting their hopes be known.

Thanks for your feedback!

Hope you'll keep reading, and feel free to write back again.
cindy

Re: Big Brother 12: Britney And Ragan's House of Haters

crd — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 21:36:36 -0000

Thank you!
I wonder what the producers think too. Unfortunately, Britney will probably come out of this with a spot on Superpass, like Chelsia, one of the ugliest people ever, in terms of vindictiveness, to inhabit the Big Brother House..

Britney's, Britney. It's everyone else falling in line. That's what's been blowing my mind.

Thanks again.
cindy

Re: Big Brother 12: Britney And Ragan's House of Haters

crd — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 21:10:59 -0000

I've had my problems with Brendon. He can be a little overbearing. But, his good points out way the negatives by a mile. He's just a good guy. And the stuff they pick on him about, well, it's just so juvenile, and rude.

But, it still starts to hurt.
He's been trying to perk Rachel up, all this time. But, when you have people making fun of you, right to your face, it really becomes damaging.

I really wished I could have told him last night, when he pleaded his case to the audience, that we know. That I've already written it down.

I'd l.ove to hear from his family or friends. I have heard from family members before, in previous seasons. I just know how frustrating and painful it must be for family and friends to watch this happening to the people they love..

Re: Big Brother 12: Britney And Ragan's House of Haters

crd — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 20:57:47 -0000

It's a shame. I really think, or perhaps I just hope, that some of these people wouldn't ordinarily act like this.

I mean, Kathy, was a shock. I really didn't expect it from her.

And Ragan's just bewildering.

He actually thinks he's totally justified. It's weird. Last night, he just wanted Rachel to sit there while he told her all the things I hated about her. She wasn't supposed to cry, or, respond.

And, like a champ, with good manners. She did just that. Trying to figure out what it is exactly that makes her the worse person ever in the world.

Karma would be good about now.

Especially for Ragan and Brittany. Britney will never get it. This is just how she is.
But, I am hoping that some of them will realize how bamboozled they've been.

One can only hope.

Thanks for reading and writing.!

cindy

Re: Big Brother 12: Britney And Ragan's House of Haters

crd — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 22:44:53 -0000

I agree with you too. Ragan's change in behavior really took me by surprise.. And like you, I felt real disappointment. For I liked hearing what he said. He seemed to weight out his words, carefully.
Then, he completely changed. It's all very strange.

At this point I admire Rachel & Brendon's sheer fortuide. They may not know what's really going on, but they can sense the house's mood. Yet, they keep helping out. They keep cooking for them. Not for brownie points. Just 'cause. Just. cause they're nice.

Meanwhile the rest of the house makes fun of their efforts. It really is upsetting.

People have said that they hope Rachel and Brendon read my article. I'd love for that to happen. But, I'd also like Ragan to read it. I think he'll be surprised; when he gets another look at his actions, .

I was actually pretty sure that he'd be shocked. But, that was two days, and a couple hundred<dark, snarky="" comments="" ago.<br="">I
doubt they'll find issue with anything they've done. They'll just think they were right. But, you never know.
Maybe Ragan's eyes will finally be open, when he leaves the house.

Thanks for reading, and writing! Keep reading, and feel free to write again.

loving thoughts,
cindy

Re: Big Brother 12: Britney And Ragan's House of Haters

crd — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 22:30:29 -0000

I'm sorry to hear that you're so upset. I almost always have the Live Feed on, but I can't tell you how many times, I feel have to turn the sound down now.. I literally can't stand to hear the hatred in Britney's voice. I keep up to date by reading all the live feed reports. But, I can only take so much hate. Apparently you've had your fill too. I I hope you'll drop the network a line. I may not seem worthwhile, but they do have ways of gaging receptivity.
Tell them about your concerns. Every little bit helps.

Thanks for reading, and for your letter.

Loving thoughts,
cindy

Re: Big Brother 12: Britney And Ragan's House of Haters

crd — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 21:48:45 -0000

Thank you sooo much! I am equally happy to read your letter, and to know there are others out there that share my feelings.

I really thought I might get an avalanche of anti-Rachel mail. I'm so relieved to receive your letter, and that others are on board. It really does help to know that we're not alone.

One of the things that bothers me the most, about the ugliest happening in this house, is this nonsense about her faking tears, and upset.

When she put Monet and Britney up on the block, they came at her bawling, one at a time. She listened, and apologized, and cried with them. And after they left, she told Brendon, my heart hurts. It literally hurts. Cause I made them cry. I'm a mean girl.

She's high strung and bright, and blazing and bold. But, they're not bad things. Especially when you have a heart of gold.

Hope you'll keep an eye out for more of my articles, and feel fee to check in again.
.

with loving thoughts,
cindy

Re: Big Brother 12: Britney And Ragan's House of Haters

crd — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 21:25:32 -0000

To tell you the truth, I was afraid I was the only one who felt that way too! That's why I went into such detail.
I was trying to line all my ducks up in a row. I really wanted to nail down the facts, so people could read, and weigh them for themselves.

It's good to find out we're not alone. It's certainly heartening, to know that there are probably far more people who the same way.

Thanks for reading and writing. Hope you'll check out future articles, and touch base again.

cindy

Re: Big Brother 12: Britney And Ragan's House of Haters

crd — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 21:18:25 -0000

That's an interesting idea. I think Rachel will just be excited to know that she has some fans!

Thanks for reading and writing.
cindy

Re: Big Brother 12: Britney And Ragan's House of Haters

crd — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 21:15:36 -0000

I'm relieved, and pleasantly surprised at how this article's been received. Up until yesterday, I thought for sure Id be getting negative feedback by those who'd gotten sweep up in the hate Rachel/Brendon game.

I miss Jeff and Jordan too. They had a purity that was the only breath of fresh air in that house of liars last year.
We'll get to see them again, tomorrow night, because they visited the House Guests.

Thanks for writing! Hope you'll keep reading, and check in again.
cindy

Re: Big Brother 12: Rally Girl Rachel Loses Her Crown�And The Lies Go Round And Round

crd — Sat, 07 Aug 2010 11:19:27 -0000

Thanks so much! Thanks for reading, and for you kind comment.. cindy

Re: Big Brother 11: Big Brother Refuses To Reveal The Truth About Reviled Ronnie And Nasty Natalie

crd — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 20:29:14 -0000

Thank you terrihop,
I've been having a hard time with this, in this article too. I'm so glad you've enjoyed my posts. I work so hard on them.
And your note makes it feel it was worth all the work.

"Thanks for reading, and writing/1
'cindy

Re: Big Brother 11: EvelDick Nails Chima And The ChenBot Shuts Up The Rat-Nat

crd — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 12:29:05 -0000

Wouldn't it be fun! One of Julie's tag lines for getting the live feeds is, that one can become a fly on the wall in the Big Brother House. Well, I'd love to be a fly ion the wall n the Jury Room House.

Yeah, I was afraid they were going to be really mean to Michele. But, after seeing the brief jury house scene, I felt much better about that. At least she'll be able to tell Jessie that Natalie got engaged. I bet he doesn't believe her.

Thanks for reading and writing!

Re: Big Brother 11: EvelDick Nails Chima And The ChenBot Shuts Up The Rat-Nat

crd — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 12:23:56 -0000

I understand what you're saying. I would have loved to see Dr. Will on there. He's been promoting a retinol serum on QVC,. So, I see him every few weeks on there. And every time, it's like my world's collide. Ironically, he's exactly the same, only more spifty and polished. I wasn't a big Dr. Will fan until his flirtship with Janelle. I liked seeing his sweeter side.

I know a lot of people hated EvelDick. But, unlike Natalie, he also had supporters. He generated very strong feelings in people. He was definitely a polarizing figure.

It just seemed that CBS was so desperate for viewers, and to hang onto their rating's boost, they didn't want to take any chances. So, they brought back some of their more popular figures and polarizing , (in their eyes, rating's wise-eyes), players.

They may have invited others on who didn't make it, including Dr. Will Kirby.

Thanks for writing!
cindy

Re: Big Brother 11: Natalie The Enemy Of All That Is Good And Decent And Right

crd — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 18:49:22 -0000

You are, of course right. I've written about this many times. I think some of the titles, were variations on your last line.
It is sad, and unforgivable. And, confusing.

I think this time though, they knew they had a person who might win it all, who's become universally hated in the Big Brother World. EvelDick had as many supporters, as non supporters. Besides, as I wrote about him, he wasn't soulless.He was completely vulnerable, endlessly patient, and completely loving to his daughter, Daniele.

Natalie's no EvelDick. She's only been evil. And people who only see the show, have no way to know.

Last night they staged them recalling, the more memorable fights etc, in the house. This is what will be used on Sunday night's show. It'll no doubt be a, it was all in good fun, part of the 'game' type of thing.

I only write about one show, this one. I hate reality shows. But, I only hate them because they distort reality, and insist on creating situations which enourage, and often force, people to act against their natural inclinations to bond. They reward bad behavior, when they could easily switch the switch and reward them for better things.

I thought Jeff was going to prove my point. I had such high hopes. And, we got very close to seeing a Big Brother
with a winner who did not use lies and ugly, cruel manipulations.

There's no excuse for Natlaie's behavior.
It's strategic, is a baldfaced lie. She just is who she is.
And that she might win,
sucks for us.

But, it's not over yet,
so..
there's still hope.
lovingly,
cindy

Re: Big Brother 11: Natalie The Enemy Of All That Is Good And Decent And Right

crd — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 18:35:28 -0000

Hi Sandy,

Thank you so much for your kind words, and your kind heart. I've often hoped Michele wouldn't have to really know all the things we've had to know were said. Who wants to hear all the horrible things people say about you? Not me. My daughter and her friends, when she was younger, were forever wanting to tell each other about the mean things someone said about them. I would always tell her not to bother. What good comes from it? I think it kills a little piece of our soul. Even if we're smart, and strong. Words can hurt and cut so very deeply.

I am happy that she has a happy home to go home to, and a real life. She's accomplished, and has a profession,a nd she has no idea that so many of us, even people who would normally be on the other side, have pulled for her. Just because we couldn't bare to hear and watch.

But, I believe the holes they ripped, were in our souls. We were the ones hearing it. Hopefully she'll be strong enough to stand up to it. I think she will. NOt only that, she'll be classy about it. Shrug it off. And go on. Because being vulnerable, doesn't make you weak. It makes you strong.

lovingly,
cindy

Re: Big Brother 11: Natalie The Enemy Of All That Is Good And Decent And Right

crd — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 18:28:35 -0000

I totally understand your upset. I was so upset, spitting mad, and mad that I had to be mad, too many times to count. People just can't stand watching a bully, and watching her lie and lie to us, when we know the truth. I don't know what I would have done, had I not been able to write about it. It certainly has been an outlet.
Hang in there!
And thanks for reading, and writing!
cindy

Re: Big Brother 11: Natalie The Enemy Of All That Is Good And Decent And Right

crd — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 18:26:17 -0000

Thank you so much much for writing. I've heard this suggestion, and plea, many times over the past week, re: this, and especially my article, "Now Tell Me You Don't Believe In Big Brother Miracles," I really don't have a way to get the articles to them. I've love to have them read them. If you have any suggestions, let me know. I do know that past houseguests, like EvelDick, found and read my articles.
So, one never knows.

Thanks so much for reading, and writing!

Re: Big Brother 11: Natalie The Enemy Of All That Is Good And Decent And Right

crd — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 18:19:38 -0000

Hi again Tess, I went back to reread your previous letter again. Yeah, I have many questions for Chima. I'm still working on an article, that I may not even publish, becaue I didn't realize she had formed such a bond with Natalie. I thought, my hope was that, once she was out of the house she would realize how she'd been hurt by her 'friends' in the house. They told her Russell was responsible for all the rat's lies. Which of course was a lie. Natalie, still claiming to adore her, let her believe this. and used it, and her to further her 'game.'

There are no 'rules' for playing this 'game.' I've always thought it was about watching how far they, CBS, could screw up and manipulate the natural instincts one has to bond with others. I've always loved just meeting the people. And I never gave up hope that they would find a way to survive without resorting to the disgusting schemes and lies, etc, we've seen this season.

I thought Jeff was going to prove my point. I had such high hopes. Then he too was sucked into, and under a wave of Michele hate.

I wish I could say I believe CBS will right their editing wrongs, and show Natalie's true side. But, last night on BBAD they had them staged, and very carefully recalling their various schemes and fights, etc. I can only expect that what we'll get, on Sunday, will be a rosy, isn't this all in good fun, kind of clip show.

So, no justice for us. Because the regular network viewers get no truth. I was however, very hartened my the jury's reaction to Natalie. So, there's still hope. God moves in mysterious ways!

lovingly,
cindy

Re: Big Brother 11: EvelDick Nails Chima And The ChenBot Shuts Up The Rat-Nat

crd — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 16:35:22 -0000

Oh Thank you so much! I love that you love what I love to write!

I've always been a poet. Sometimes it's hard to reign myself in. But, for the first time, I've been able to mix my poetry into my writing, (like I have a choice, NOT, with my philosophy), which is very much like your name, into these articles. And it's been an effortless, seamless transition. Almost like it was supposed to happen. So, thank you so much!

Keep reading, and writing. I remember you.. How could I forget such a memorable name?

cindy

Re: Big Brother 11: EvelDick Nails Chima And The ChenBot Shuts Up The Rat-Nat

crd — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 16:28:25 -0000

Oh darn, you may be right. I also thought Janelle called her a divo, not a diva. But, my editor corrected it. So, I might have heard that wrong too. Both their comments were so quick, and quiet.

Thanks for writing!cindy