Jennifer wrote:

I just watched the eposide and lmost cried. I felt so bad for you at that bbq. I hope things are going great now! Wish you the best of luck in life.

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:04 PM

Stephanie wrote:

Good luck with your career! I loved watching all of you on the show and I'm very proud of you for doing what was right for you and moving to LA to see where life will take you. Slade is a great guy, but you are young and need to experience life outside the gates! Best Wishes!

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:04 PM

Renee wrote:

When I seen Slade sitting next to her at dinner a few episodes back, I knew he wanted her. He seems very sneaky.

I felt bad for you when I seen her walk into the party with him.

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:05 PM

Molly wrote:

Alright Jo. I'm obsessed with the show, 23, newly single, and was broken up with for my party habits! :) If I was living in L.A. I would be out every night and would stay single for ever. My town is sooooo boring (Moline, IL.) Just wanted you to know the chick that was just on the finale with slade looked like she had teeth that looked like palm trees in hurricane katrina :) (Maybe it was just T.V.) Your super cute have fun and forget stupid "boys". P.S. Is so wierd being al the sudden famous from the show?

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:07 PM

Brooklyn E wrote:

Jo, I applaude you for being true to yourself and applaude you for staying in that party with Shane and his date. people should definitely not be angry with his date but with him. That was a very low class move he made. But that's ok becuase you showed him what class is all about. From one Latina to another, don't eveer let anyone steer you away from your dreams and goals. You can most definitely do alot better than Slade. he is not much of a man.

God Bless Chica!

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:07 PM

Ericka wrote:

Sweetie, the bastard broke up with you on a couch and he's your manager?! What are you thinking??? Janice disgusted me at Vicki's party, I thought you were very mature about the situation, but lose him all together, you don't need him as your manager!!!! Best of Luck in your future career goals and dreams!

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:08 PM

Wendy wrote:

Dear Jo ...
I watched the final episode and as someone with a bit of experience, I have to admit that I saw right through Slade's crocodile tears. I had a good idea of his plan before the scene at the therapist's office was even half over.
In my opinion, he wanted to break up with you to pursue 'Janice' and he thought his tearful performance at the therapist's office would allow him to do that without being the bad guy. The bad news for Slade is that he IS the bad guy and it's nearly impossible to hide.
I'd think twice about allowing him to be a part of your life, any part of your life, even if it's only the career portion. You're better off without him.

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:10 PM

Dottie wrote:

This episode really made me like Jo so much. She showed such class & strength when Slade brought the arm candy to the BBQ. He did that to hurt Jo and she kept her dignity. I would have DIED had I been in her shoes! --- So Slade is now her manager?!? Oh Miss Jo, I sure hope you know what you're doing. I think you are so very much better than Slade. You have every right to be your own woman and not kissing some man's butt! If a man can't handle your strength and your personal growth, then walk away. You aren't a man's pet and you DO deserve the best. Go for it....even if it means you turn away from Mr. Control Freak, Slade.

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:11 PM

suzy q wrote:

You really are making the most of your 15 minutes, as you should, because it clearly won't last much beyond that.

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:13 PM

Jen wrote:

I don't understand why you're upset about the breakup being on a couch. There's no good place for a breakup. Would you have liked it better if he'd taked you to a restaurant and publically embarassed you? Please explain, I really don't get it.

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:13 PM

JoAnna wrote:

Jo, I only know of you from watching the show...but I can't believe that Slade paid probally a ton of money to have someone "help" him break up with you. I am sure that he is a nice guy,,,blah blah blah but he is looking for a "wifey" and that is not your scence yet. You are only 26?
I really enjoyed watching this show. My husband makes fun of me b/c I kind of got sucked into it,,,,not because I sit there and think...gee..I want what they have..b/c I do have all of that. I just enjoy watching the drama and it makes me feel good that I am not the only one.

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:13 PM

B wrote:

I never wanted to comment on your blogs before because I just didn't want to admit that the show made you look so lame, and then here comes this last episode and what happens I find myself going, dang it all to heck, I just gotta say that I was shocked at how grown up your blog from now sounds from way back then. Wow and dang you really are growing up and I see promise in you, no matter what, you seem quick to learn and that is good for you. As for Slade? That's up to you and as for you Slade? I kept hanging in there for you but, Talk to Duff. Whatever happens I was proud of you, Jo for not being a bitch when obviously you had a right to be.

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:14 PM

ALEXA wrote:

Jo
It looks like you and Slade are still together. Oh well, some people never learn. By the way, saw your new hair color. What was your hairdresser ever thinking?

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:16 PM

Brittany wrote:

Since the first season of this show I've loved watching you and Slade and I love you 2 together. I think it's great that you are being independent when you had the choice of getting everything handed to you. This really shows how important it is for women to do things for themself. I also think that Slade is the best for you and the two of you should find a way for things to work because the love you have for eachother seems very strong and I don't think you should lose that. I am excited already to see the next season and I hope things work out between you and Slade and the two of you get back together. Keep trying with your singing career because I think you have a chance because not only are you beautiful, but you have a great voice so keep trying.

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:17 PM

Grace wrote:

Jo...
I just wanted to say that what you did at the BBQ was very classy and I applaud you for being the bigger person there... I kind of feel sorry for Slade because he lost something great. Good luck with your road ahead of you, where ever it might take you!
Good Luck & God Bless-
Grace, Ohio

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:19 PM

Craig wrote:

Hey Jo!,I just want to let you know how much I enjoyed watching you on the show!I hope your life is working out the way you want it to!And for your songs..I like them i listen to them..It will be cool hearing them on the radio!I have so many questions! but anyway i hope everything is great for you..i hope there is a new season..it would be great to hear from you but if your to busy i understand!

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:20 PM

bobbijo-39bb wrote:

Jo, Slade was just too old for you anyways. I hope you focus on where it is you want to be and what it is you want to be before you head into another relationship. My teenage daughter loves your sense of style and she thinks your just beautiful. Don't let the rest of the world tell you that you can't do this, and you can't do that. It is just their opinion. You can never ever go wrong if you listen to your heart. I love the show and hope there will be another season, good luck with the singing career!

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:23 PM

LauraJ wrote:

For Slade to show up at a mutual friend's house with another woman (who, in my opinion, looks as fake as they come) is so low rent. The whole scene reminded me of a high school dance drama! "Let's see if I can make her jealous." God, dude, get a life already, eh?

You've set out to rediscover yourself and I think that's wondeful. Cheesy sounding, but true. You're young yet and have your whole life ahead of you and I've a feeling you know that....hence your move.

Personally, I think you deserve someone who doesn't play that "Daddy" part that Slade likes to play with you. While I realize that he only wanted the best for you (or so he claimed - the BBQ makes me wonder), he should have stepped aside sooner and not showed up with an unrealistically dressed female.

Anyway, those are my thoughts for whatever they're worth (and probably admittedly not much).

Hope you succeed in getting that recording deal because you've got a great voice!

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:24 PM

vee wrote:

All of you especially you Jo are nothing more than kept call girls. you want to be independent but you do not want to give up you meal ticket. and as for slade he is such a wimp. he does not need to put up with your crap. Of course having a call girl of your age attached to him makes him feel important. THAT IS SO SAD> YOU BOTH ARE SAD!!!

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:25 PM

Jessy & Mr. Marco wrote:

Hi Jo, We really do watch the show all the time, anyways I totally understand that you want to find yourself before you make any life changeing decissions, I could see through-out the show that you seemed pressured by him to do what he wanted, but I guess it all has to do with the whole life stage thing. I kinda am pissed about how Slade handled the situation at Vicky's Bar-B-Q I would have never talked to him again, because as a boyfriend he messed up and then to go and do that he's not even a good friend to betray you like that, after all that you put up with!!! Your a very good soul to forgive him after all that he has done and all the lieing he's done!!! I really am happy for you and your new found independence power to ya!!!

Hi Jo, this is Jessy's boyfriend. Just be patient with Slade and compromise. Believe me... I do!

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:26 PM

Noelle wrote:

SOOOOOOOOOO sorry about the breakup Jo but Im glad you are still glad but I have two questions. One why did you move out of the apartment with JO did you breakup or something and my other question was WHERE DO YOU SHOOOOOOP!! I hope you do great in the music buissness because your great. YOOOOUU are my favorite "housewife" LOOOOOOVE YAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!!!!!!

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:26 PM

lisa wrote:

I can tell you what...Slade took the easy way out Jo....He was a coward. At least you had the respect to move out and try and restart you life, your ambitions over again.

I think it was VERY DISRESPECTFUl to bring his NEW girl to the backyard party....IF he had any respect for you and Vicki, he would of never put you or anyone of your alls friends in that akward position.

Girl, you have done well, you look, and keep on gettin it!! I will drink a cosmo for me and you. I love my martini's

Always remember a scissor is a freeking scissor....kitchen or what ever......

Take care and best of luck
Lisa Gosnell from North beach, Maryland

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:26 PM

Renee wrote:

I think you are great...I do you think that eventually you and slade will be together again? are you only doing music now or working AND music too?

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:28 PM

Kara wrote:

Jo - I am 27 years old and your relationship with Slade reminds me a lot of one I had. There are a few things I want you to know:

-Just because you are in different life stages, it does not mean that Slade has his life together and you do not. It just means at this moment you are in different places. You are trying to find yourself, and live the life that is right for you - and he has to do the same. He may be ready to settle down - but he does not have everything together - no one ever does. We are always changing and evolving. Do not blame yourself if you are not at the same place.

-Being a musician takes time and effort. You are putting in both right now and it will pay off. Just make sure that it stays fun for you - once that is gone it will show.

- Lastly, the girl Slade brought was not that hot. Nice body, but she did not have the looks. You have character in your eyes and a personality. Don't lose your spunk.

I do not know why I am writing this, but as I said, I have been in a similar situation. I hope everything works out - Take care.

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:30 PM

Bmack wrote:

I have to say that although I think you should have walked away from Slade from the start...especially knowing that you did not want a serious settled life. I am happy for you, going after all the things that you want! Whether you can sing or not is not the question. If people are going to buy your album then why not sell it. I mean I honestly do not hear it... the great voice. However, you sound a whole hell of a lot better than me. I say all this to say GO FOR IT!!! live your life for you. BEST OF LUCK

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:31 PM

nancy wrote:

Jo, do you ever picture yourself down the line looking back on your life with regret of your decision to end a relationship with such a solid supportive man?

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:31 PM

Taylor wrote:

OK Jo. How else was Slade suppose to end things? You werent dealing with the issues on hand. So he had too. Enough about that- Im glad youre having alone time to figure things out. Tough, eh? I bet. Fun at times? Im sure. Anyway, I really hope you can figure what you want out of life and make them work. Best of luck . Taylor

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:33 PM

iris wrote:

Honestly, it was so innapropriate for Slade to bring a date after you just had broken up. And she was dressed like a hoker. Yes, she is very pretty but there is no need to be wearing an outfit showing your belly ring. I had a feeling Slade would show up with her. Anyway, kudos to you for holding your own during the party. I would have been a mess. I'm happy he is helping you with your career but at the same time I can't help but think he was a total jerk.

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:33 PM

Kayla wrote:

Jo, This is the first year I've watched this show, and I love it! I think that the break-up with slade was for the best, and i know where your coming from. He is completley comitted, but your at a stage where you dont want to be a housewife. Thats completley understandable considering your in your young twenties. I also understand where you are coming from when y ou say that you lost a sense of who you are from being with slade. I have a boyfriend who does EVERYTHING for me, and buys me what ever i want. Its great but then it has its downfalls Sometimes i want to just buy my own things, and do things for myself. I don't wnat to feel like without him i can't do anything on my own. And when he does so much for me I dont feel very independant. As for Shane, Im not sure if theres anything going on, but if theres not GO FOR IT =) And as for your singing career , hey go for that too your already out there and people know who you are so why not use it!

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:35 PM

egan hasburgh wrote:

Jo- you are a hypocrite with Slade. You rag on him about him treating you like a father but if you'd count the times you'd go into your little bitty girl voice and call him "Baby" all the time. You 're a creep to use this poor guy and being a counselor for AA, I can say you have all the markings of a raging alchoholic. you are a beautiful girl but you use that to use men. Like I said
Slade is a goner for you and I hope he doesn't get too hurt.If another guy came along and wasn't enamored with you like most guys do, you would drop Slade in a NY minute.
I feel bad for him. You I don't, you're too selfish and try and cut out the baby talk.

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:37 PM

Joey wrote:

Joe-

You are a special person and a strong woman. Your sweetness and strengh combined will allow you to take on the world. Stay strong, and I beg Bravo to bring all of you ladies back for another season.

Joey

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:37 PM

Sophie wrote: wrote:

I'm glad Slade you broke up with Jo and I like your new girlfrend she's so pretty!

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:38 PM

Sophie wrote: wrote:

I'm glad Slade you broke up with Jo and I like your new girlfrend she's so pretty!

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:39 PM

luis roman wrote:

HI Jo,

I was hoping that the two of you would have work things out, But Im a believer that time will only make you strong and also wiser. I'm from South America too, and I was raised in the OC. I will tell you that the best thing for you is to leave this to god and he will show you the right path for you weather is your singing career or your love life. At your age I really had it really well but I got into the club scene, promoting big clubs and going to unique clubs in L.A. But I really never saw the main picture and things just slipped through my hands over night. I wish you the best JO JO and dont let anyone tell you different !! and remember one thing keep the man upstairs clossest to your heart and he will bring you comfort.
LR

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:42 PM

Mark Miller wrote:

You're right, Slade shouldn't have broken up with you on the couch. He should of realized who you are a long time ago and stop enabling you being such a leach financially and emotionally. You're a waste of time and my least favorite "wife". Maybe next season Bravo will replace you!!!!

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:44 PM

Bella wrote:

I'm so glad you and Slade finally moved on from each other....or have you. You two have those type of messed up relationships where your on then off then on again.

Well anyway, I'll miss the show and wish you all the best in life. Regardless of what I felt about you, you should have the best and what makes you happy. I still wouldn't buy your CD, but that's just me...hehe

Good luck!

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:47 PM

adonna wrote:

hey jo,
i thougt that you and slade were the perfect couple and i am a romantic and hope you and slade would work it out. as i saw you grow or wanted to grow i do understand why you moved out of slades house. you are a very strong woman i am so glad you have so much self esteem and confidence. you are not defined by a relationship. you are even if you don't want to be a role model. hope to see you next season because you really make the show

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:47 PM

Luranda wrote:

IF anything proves that Slade is into appearances, this episode proves it. Janice was gorgeous but she also looked like a bimbo.
If this man wants a good wife and mother to his sons, perhaps he should look deeper than the surface. Does Janice look like she is going to put dinner on the table, do the laundry and drive carpool?

I think you and Slade are much better as friends and nothing more. I think he broke up with you because he thought you were going to dump him and his ego couldn't take that.

Good luck.

Love,
Lu

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:52 PM

naomi wrote:

Jo

Well you knew that was coming. You were never around to play house with him so now guess you just need to go party down and be young. Enjoy your youth it doesn't last for long.

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:55 PM

Kennye McKenzie wrote:

Jo, I think you did the right thing. We can see that you were'nt ready to settle down with Slade. I would rather you have fun than be tied down and miserable.

posted on March 13, 2007 at 11:57 PM

Leo wrote:

I am sure Salde is gay. He acts gay and he has all the characters of a gay man. He is trying very hard to keep the straght act but the gay man in him comes out. I'm sure once he has his first affair with a man maybe a man named Joe he will never go back to women. I think it's great that he is gay perfect man for a gay man. Jo you have nothing to worry about you are a great girl and will meet a real hot straight man to make you happy.

Good Luck Jo
Hope you find your JOE Slade

Leo

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:00 AM

christina wrote:

I am sorry for all that has happened to you... Granted due to all of the things that he was willing to do for you...I have been married for almost 2 years I am one year older than you and with all of the opportunities that you have been given I would jump at the chance and would have moved to LA as well. Everyone that I talk to thinks that you just wanted a sugar daddy and wanted to take all of his money and run..... HOWEVER I have much respect for you because even though I don't know you I admire your courage..... You must also remember that I don't think that Slade wanted to break up with you on the couch I just think that he was trying to not do it in an way that was going to hurt you... at the same time during the showing of the tv show I think you new it was going to happen yet you just needed someone to be supportive of what was occuring... I am sorry JO for what happened and I will be the first to say that I did not like you but I have now learned that I was wrong and that first impressions can sometimes be wrong.. I wish YOU the best OF LUCK IN LA for what it has been since the show and hope your singing works out as well.... GO to it and do what some women do not have the chance to do in SOUTH DAKOTA

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:01 AM

sonya wrote:

i think slade,was just trying to make you jealous,he only broke up with you because he wanted to do it first,i do think that he really loves you and you to were meant to be together and you to will be back soon.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:04 AM

Angela wrote:

Jo!

Finally! However, Slade moving to L.A. and he is your manager? I don't know.... It's gotta be a clean break or no break at all.

Hope you guys are back for another season.
Best always :-)

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:04 AM

Andreea wrote:

Jo I love you and I have faith that you'll make it big as a singer. I'm in a marriage with a control freak and we have a son together and b/c i'm 21 and he's older and successful he is very controlling and I have no idea what to do. I definately give you credit for taking hold of the independance you wanted.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:05 AM

BMW_335ci wrote:

Hey Jo! Great season...we'll miss you all until next year. Sucks about you and Slade...3 years is a long time! Don't be too broken up about it, though. I mean he's one of the gayest "straight" men I've seen in a while (well, actually, some friends of mine were discussing who was gayer, him or Duff). Don't get me wrong, it's cool if he wants to check out guys and all...he just shouldn't be taking all the hot women like yourself off the market!! :) Anyway, you're 26, enjoy your life and live it up!

By the way, at the end of the episode it said you and JJ don't live together anymore. Everything cool with you two? Was that a good thing that you're not roommates or was there some drama?

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:06 AM

elise bonet wrote:

JO, Slade is a JERK!!! Even though you act bratty, there was no excuse for that. The girl he was with looked so silly in that outfit, duh its a BBQ, not ladies nite at the club. Maybe if you were nicer to him, you did kinda take him for granted. Anyway everyone makes mistakes, now take time to work on yourself, Men with $$$ sometimes are controlling, so maybe its a blessing. He clearly did it to make you jealous, it was tasteless and cruel. You are a pretty girl, get a career and be happy. LOL

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:07 AM

Veronica wrote:

Jo,
I think Slade was the best thing that happenend to you. It was sad that because of your behavior he had to broke up with you. Grow up girl.
Veronica
San Francisco

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:07 AM

mike p wrote:

Dear Jo;

I totally understand where you are coming from and where you want to go. I have started my own production company, plus i work full-time, and i go to school half-time. I know what it is like to be ambicous and have people trying to hate on you. I feel the break-up was the best thing that could have happen. If it is meant to be then it will happen. Holla at you boy!!!

Mr. HomeDepot from GA

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:08 AM

Debbi wrote:

Hi JO!!! Yes I wrote you the other day on myspace because I was listening to your song! :) You never wrote me back... but I did get your song in my head all day. Slade was just trying to make you jealous because he knows you can get pretty much any guy you want if you wanted to you hot lil chica! xoxo, debbi

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:09 AM

Tammy Angel wrote:

Hey Jo,
I think you are awesome there were a few moments this season I worried I was wrong about you but in the endI was right you are a good person and you are the bigger person and with or without slade you will go far in your career...

Good Luck

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:10 AM

Yoga Gal wrote:

I was never a big fan of yours Jo but I think it was heartless of Slade to bring such a trashy looking woman as a date to a party he knew that you were also invited to. Good for you that you took the high road!

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:13 AM

Cathy wrote:

You definitely were not my favorite "housewife"... until today. Maybe it's just the editing, but Slade definitely seemed way to controlling, jealous and insecure. I hope he really is as "supportive" as you say. I'm in a similar situation... my recent ex is flaunting his new female friends to make me jealous. I know I'm better off, but it sucks to see it. I love seeing people like you and Jeana dealing with difficult relationships and still seeming so strong, confident and beautiful. Thank you!! (P.S. you are soo much more beautiful than that girl he brought to the party...)

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:15 AM

COTY wrote:

GOOD FOR YOU! I hope you really get what you're looking for in life, keep fighting for that and don't stop having fun! Don't party too much though...
I'm glad you and Slade decided to end that unhealthy relationship. I think it was hard for you to let go because you love him, but I don't think you were really commited to the relationship to the level of "I love you and I'll do anything for you" (I'm not saying Slade was really good either).
I hope you can find that with someone, It's a great feeling to love that way. You'll know when you find it!
I hope you're coming back next year!!!
Good luck with everything...

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:16 AM

Debbi wrote:

Hi JO!!! Yes I wrote you the other day on myspace because I was listening to your song! :) You never wrote me back... but I did get your song in my head all day. Slade was just trying to make you jealous because he knows you can get pretty much any guy you want if you wanted to you hot lil chica! xoxo, debbi

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:17 AM

Lisa wrote:

Oh my GOD! You seriously think that girl is hot? Maybe the criteria for "hot" is different In New York than LA or maybe you are just trying to be the "bigger person". Either way your ex's date appeared skanky and used up (although I'm sure she's a very nice girl!)

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:18 AM

Alison Goodwin wrote:

I think that Slade is the one that should have told you that he was dating so that you don't feel the way you did..I am love who you are...

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:22 AM

Kim wrote:

Where should he have broken up with Jo? Standing up? In the car? Where would have been the perfect spot?

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:24 AM

Chris wrote:

I think that Slade has been an anchor to Jo for so long. I watched the show last year and thought they were so tired and over with, and then this year they just suck my energy to see them together. I know they love each other, but just because you love someone doesn't necessarily mean that you are suppose to be together.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:26 AM

Tara Darling wrote:

I am sad that you guys did break up. Do you think that you guys will ever get back together? I read that you moved out of the apartment is JJ and that Slade is thinking about moving to LA. What happened there? You guys are meant to be together. And I think you should think about it and hopefully that you will realize that love is more important than clubbing and drinking.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:27 AM

Jeannie wrote:

So what's so wrong with a break-up on a couch? You were in a counselor's office, working on your tiresome "issues". It's over. Or is it? I saw the ending comments on the show...Slade is now your "manager"...I'm sorry, but the two of you deserve each other. Won't miss you, and by the way, you look better as a brunette. Those highlights, previewed in the reunion episode? What were you thinking? Some people are better blonds, some better brunettes. Hey now, there IS one thing you are good at! Being brunette.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:27 AM

D_Luvly_Choc'lic wrote:

Unfortunately, your break-up with Slade was inevitable. Slade was a controlling selfish ASS! He knew that you were a party girl when he met you & figured since you were so much younger than he was, he could control your every move. He wanted to keep you in his own private bubble. He used his MONEY as the catalyst for your relationship. He knew that as a young lady, the money was something to use to keep you coming back for more. I fell you are still in the prime of your life and need time to get to know who you are and want you want out of life. Especially, when it comes to what type of MAN you want to be involved with. So please take the time to get to know who U R on the inside and have fun while learning. You're only young once and life is too short not to explore your dreams to the fullest. I call the 20's the years of getting to know ME, Party for Me and Do for ME only. I dated all types of men with all different personalities and I'm glad I did that in my 20's. Now at 37(soon 2b 38 in August), I know what type of man I want in my life. Yes, I'm in my 30's and single(by choice). After seeing how Slade flaunted his transvestite blow-up doll at the Bar-B-Que, the following phrase holds true no matter what the color the man is: MEN ARE TRIFLING BASTARDS. Slade is hoping you will fail especially financially, so that he can rescue you & he will never let you live down the fact that he had to continually support you. GURLFRIEND DO YOU 4 YOU!!! Show Slade that U can take care of yourself, mentally, physically, & definitely FINANCIALLY.

LOVE, PEACE, SMOOCHIES
D_LUVLY_CHOC'LIC

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:31 AM

Chris wrote:

Jo,
I watched all last year, and you were soooo tired of Slade then. Now it is a year later and you act like he broke up with you? You are so over him and just keep him around because...well we all know why, because he adores you and he has a lot of money. Stop selling yourself short and buck up. YOU were over him last year, and it was over then. Now move on and be a big girl!!!

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:37 AM

-d- wrote:

You say Slade's date was hot but to me she looked like a cheap version of you. It was very low of him to bring a date to the barbeque. Her attire was not appropiate for the occasion, girl definetly needs to get a stylist!! :-)

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:40 AM

La'Daska wrote:

Hey Jo, I saw the last epsisode tonight. In a way I felt happy yet sad for you and Slade because you both are amazing people from what I've senn but you are in two worlds. Although you love one another, it's not enough because, you're still finding yourself and trying to find tune with yourself and Slade has already done what he wanted in the past, has a kid and is ready to settl down. Here you are a beautifully talented individual that has a man that would do anything for her but it just doesn't seem to work out. I remember one of the episodes where you went to a gathering and you saw a lady that tells you things about your life etc. She told you that it wasn't going to work out. I kinda knew that because the distance thing and with Slade, it's like he needed you to be there with him. The only mistake I think you made was confusing your heart with your mind. And I say this because your heart was telling you that I want to do this, I really want to be independant, i need to be myself but oyu kinda tricked your mind into being molded into the woman that Slade wanted you to be which wasn't you. Take this as a lesson learned and move on. I know you can do it. Life is rough but you can move through those obstacles because you are very strong, ambitious, and you have your mind set on what you really want to do and you're accomplishing your goals. The last thing I have to say is BE REAL, BE TRUE, BECAUSE IT'S ALL UP TO YOU. You make your own decisions and if you don't feel it's right in your heart and mind, don't go with it. But I enjoyed the show and watching you. I hope to see more of you.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:42 AM

lily wrote:

Hey! Jo,
I love you on that show , i live in michigan .... in a similar situation as you but i got kids and believe me i think you did the right thing to regainyour life your control back ...as for the last episode thank you for holding it up so well , Slade showed he has no Respect for you ... though i like the guy but i think he should be more honest ...but the guy is a cheat... ALL THE BEST BABES ..BE BLESSED ...everytime u party down one wine spritzer for me ..... LOL

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:44 AM

Dee wrote:

Jo,
You hit me as one of the shallowest women on that show and so young, compared to the "experienced" ladies,
It appears you want things and have ambition and want a man in your life. Other Orange County housewives are complacent with money, homes, clothes, jewelry and a man around the house who hangs on.
Find a new sugar daddy and enjoy life without Slade. He used you and dumped you.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:50 AM

RadRobin wrote:

Ahhhh, the operative words/phrase: "I still go to him for everything." Yes, you will. FOR MONEY. Until he finds a woman who is grown up enough to be settled down and she puts a damper on the 'bailing out of the ex gal."

I appreciate the graciousness of this blog post -- thanking everyone no matter what. There's hope for ya yet!

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:53 AM

Millie wrote:

Jo, I'm glad Slade dumped you. You have a lot of growing up to do. Enough with the baby talk already! It's annoying and fake. Slade bringing a date to the party was wrong but I don't blame him for moving on as soon as he did. He's looking for a serious commitment at his age. Besides, she was beautiful! Your singing stinks...give it up girl!

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:57 AM

yaza2 wrote:

The girl was not hot Jo. It worries me when people see a woman like that and think "wow she is so beautiful" WRONG!!! Natural beauty is hard to recognize in Coto I guess.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 1:05 AM

lawrence wrote:

hey good luck and all that, make your own money , go to school again, stop using people and things to gain happiness, it only leads to dissapointment and shame. Its ok to not be famous for being famous. Go and do something real....

posted on March 14, 2007 at 1:10 AM

AL wrote:

your young and immature and have a lot of growing up to do....it's that plain and simple...everyone get's dumped on and is the dumpie....it's just your turn...learn from it on how you treat other people..you may not say it in words ...your body language says a lot...get a few books on communication and relationships....relationships are give and take and about making committments....fyi ..i'm 47...been through my share of growing pains....good luck...Al

posted on March 14, 2007 at 1:22 AM

Kim wrote:

Jo your really better off without him, really. he was holding you back with your career and your life. go live it up hun. be young and live your life the way you want to.
p.s. the song sounds awesome can't wait for the album!!!!!

posted on March 14, 2007 at 1:30 AM

marian wrote:

HA HA, Your life is such a lie.....Remember we see and hear everything.....GOLDDIGGER HA HA....You and Slade deserve each other....He is stupid as shit and you are as hollow as an empty roll of toilet paper! I dont mind the other housewives,but you are a joke and an embarrassment to the rest of them..I dont believe you are gone though, because you cant make it on your own...He is your meal ticket...and dont try to deny it girl...you suck...and I dont mean his dick.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 1:41 AM

April wrote:

Jo~

After all is said and done-through all that you and Slade have been though-you two made a very grown-up and mature decision to part ways in your relationship.

People formed their opinions of you. Some good and as you know some bad. Only YOU know the real you and can make yourself happy. These people that make nasty comments don't have to live your life and certainly don't pay your bills so just say thanks for your concern and move on.

You really did end up looking like the mature adult in the end. I honestly think Slade was just trying to make you jealous. It's obvious. I mean he wants to settle down and find a wife. Does he honestly think that that woman is the type of woman to put on an apron, clean his home and watch his children? Don't think so.

Best of luck to you.

Love,
April

posted on March 14, 2007 at 1:50 AM

larry wrote:

Slade needed to get rid of her the age difference is to much Jo would end up breaking up with him down the road and taking his money. Jo you need to get a reality check your only 23 get out and party try it out again in about 10 years. You might be ready by that time.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 1:55 AM

dgstan wrote:

FWIW, I didn't find Slade's BBQ date to be "hot" at all. I think he went out and found the sluttiest looking tramp he could dig up. I, and I imagine most men, prefer a more natural beauty. Young, clean, and botox-free: Who does that remind you of? Jo!

posted on March 14, 2007 at 1:55 AM

Jenny wrote:

I am SO glad Slade finally wised up and got rid of you. I was on his side...until he brought that girl to the BBQ. That was tacky. But I think this is the best for both of you. You really were in two different worlds. Go get with Shane! He is more your type.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 1:56 AM

Roger Aguirre wrote:

I just have to say that Slade ,taking that hooker to the BBQ was tacky!!!!!! Saty strong Jo

posted on March 14, 2007 at 1:58 AM

RubaD'qba wrote:

Come on Jo... You were just not that into Slade... For every time I came across watching the OCHW's you treated him like he doesn't exsist sweetie, been there- It's been done to me!!!

As for Slade taking one damn HOT chick (I'm very straight) to the BBQ was on you... HE WAS VERY MUCH IN LOVE WITH YOU- to the point that he sicken me with all the whining and his cling- on ways. Hell it was to the point that I wanted to be in your shoes to check the bastard in his place on earht as a for more confident man- MAN HIM UP SLADE, ya' know!!!

Be the better woman, keep him as your manager, and if just if you reconcile PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE shows the passion of what Latina's are all about- Con Savor Linda!!!!

Besos, Ruba D'Qba
Image Consultant/Makeup Artist

posted on March 14, 2007 at 2:02 AM

crystal wrote:

I need to know where your red dress came from??? You looked so gorgeous in it. Please tell me who it is made by

posted on March 14, 2007 at 2:07 AM

Liz wrote:

Jo-
You are way hotter than that chic that Slade brought to the party.
She was not even worth having your heart skip a beat for!
He wanted to make you jealous, be strong and go party it up in LA.

I am your age and recently moved here from MN, you are too young to be a OC Mom!
P.S. Was she a rent a date?

posted on March 14, 2007 at 2:09 AM

judy wrote:

I wasn't suprised at all, I think everyone saw it coming.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 2:13 AM

MsKat wrote:

Jo; Honey you DID THE RIGHT THING...Slade was too old for you in more ways than ONE... You were his "eye candy" for other guys to look at but don't touch...That kind of relationship Never lasts...& you losing who you are/were, its good you realized that in time...& not years down the road when it would be too late. More power to you sweetie! From someone who knew too late..

posted on March 14, 2007 at 2:15 AM

Ellyce wrote:

Jo--
Kudos to you for handling that purposefully ackward situation with Slade's "date" at the party. You handled that situation with class and dignity.

Good luck to you. Keep GOD first and Lean on God. Then lean on yourself, then others. Trust YOUR instints--not Slade's.
And though you like to party & drink--MODERATION is KEY.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 2:19 AM

michelle wrote:

Jo,
He may have broken up with you on a couch but you dodge the bullet by moving. He is too old and mature for you-he is just at a different level and he brings you down. Remember, 'daddy mode'?

posted on March 14, 2007 at 2:19 AM

Michelle wrote:

I am very diss appointed that the show is over but Jo you were wise enough to know you lost your identity in this realtionship. Life is not about THINGS....they make you feel better MAYBE...However remember life is about being HAPPY!! We aren't here very long if you look at the BIG picture. Enjoy each moment you are given. Move on and remember...only you know you. A man doesn't make you complete. Money is just a tool while we are here. Whatever you leave behind is for YOUR kids. Slade is not where you are. I am glad he is still a part of your life...I have been married here for the 3rd and last time...If he loves you for who you are just remember....WHO YOU ARE! Good luck to both of you...the pain of the past let it go....that is why the future is a gift and the present is a gift...Live for today...if you are really in love with Slade...GO FOR IT...IF NOT search you soul and move on...dont' pass up the man of your dreams if you know in you heart it is him. Being a step mom is great you are a mentor and leader.
Be strong and I wish not only you but everyone on this show I will miss LUCK!!
Full time working Mom in Menifee...that is near Temecula...LOL!!
Michelle

posted on March 14, 2007 at 2:22 AM

susan wrote:

hey Jo i think that you and slade breaking up was probably the best for the both of you. I mean I don't know everything personaly cause ofcourse everythimg is edited to get the viewers attention, but I think you're young and want to feel a sense of accomplishment with yourself and I think Slade loves you so much that he'd rather have you at home without a worry in the world providing everything possible for you to make you happy. He just doesn't realize that at this point in your life you need to be successful on your own and not constanly under his wing. I wish you both the best...

posted on March 14, 2007 at 2:25 AM

Maurie wrote:

Jo,
Let me be the 1000th person to tell you this: LEAVE SLADE ALONE! He is not good for your or to you. I'm a Man and I can see that he is manipulating you. He is trying to hold you back at such a young age. He has lived his life, and he want's you to settle down with his old ass right when you're at the prime of your life! If you take a look back at the tapes, you will see that everything is about him and if he didn't think of it, plan it, or weave his way into the mix of things, then he thinks it's wrong. You have to live life for yourself and find out things for yourself. Why would you want to be with someone that's always kicking you when you're down. He is always saying "I tried to tell you." I know you're young and you see his money, but baby, money is not the answer, because he is going to make you pay dearly for being with him. It may not cost you in terms of $$$, but it will cost you your soul and dignity. That's something that you cannot get back. He is OLD, INSECURE, VERY JEALOUS, MANIPULATIVE, and CONTROLLING. Get away now, while you still have time or you will look back in a few years and you will not even know yourself or who you've become. This is some honest and truthful advice. You are not that naieve to not see this. Make your own money and call your own shots...don't always be at the mercy of someone else and looking for someone else to pay your tab. Don't you see the liberty in that??? And please, don't follow in the footsteps of dumb ass Lori! I bet the world that her and George don't even make it to the alter. She is living in a fantasy world and it is going to come crashing down real soon! Find yourself and do things your way!!!

posted on March 14, 2007 at 2:36 AM

Tammie wrote:

First time on this site, did just go on Vicki's blog. Jo you are very pretty, but do come off like a complete airhead, but I also know that reality T.V. edits the way they want to. You are young with no "attachments" (children). I will be the first to say that last season I thought "what is he doing with her?" I am happy to say that it seems to me that the show did edit a little more on your behalf. At first they made Slade to be the perfect guy, but you were the messing up. My husband and I have been together for almost ten years, married for almost three, but if he ever treated me like that, it would be see ya later, bye!!!!

posted on March 14, 2007 at 2:36 AM

Jan wrote:

I'm from Santa Barbara and now live in Seattle. I feel like I'm hangin with my girlfriends when I watch the housewives. I hope you all are coming back next season. Jo, just be you.
jano

posted on March 14, 2007 at 2:37 AM

caripearl wrote:

I'm so glad that Slade finally dumped you, hopefully he will stay with the new girl that looks very sweet with a lot of class and a million times prettier than you. I know is going to be difficult because you are going to continue playing and manipulating him with your fake tears...

posted on March 14, 2007 at 2:41 AM

Elaine wrote:

Jo-Jo, so many things to say to you... First, did you not notice the girl Slade brought to the party is someone he had met and flirted with weeks before, when you two were still together?
You much too young to be tied down to someone else's family, and you have too much to do before you have your own kids. You are way too good for Slade. The therapist said it, you are in 2 different life stages, and your feelings for each other can't change that. You will both end up feeling cheated and resentful, you most of all. I think Slade just wants to control both you and your career, and then make you into hid "Housewife with benefits." Go, girl, follow your dreams and reach for the stars! Anyone with your beauty, talent and personality can have it all! Don't let Slade move to L.A. and run your life for you, you don't need him! Best of luck!

posted on March 14, 2007 at 2:46 AM

Lena wrote:

Jo,
I have went thru your blog before leaving a comment and noticed that you had quiet a lot of negative comments out of 161 comments left last week; which only means that your popularity level with the rest of Americans watching this show is pretty high. Now, whether you are popular because they think you are great or an absolute airhead really - that's a different conversation.
I don't think you are ego-centric as many have said. I think you are just young. I am only 4 years older than you are and at 24 I wanted to go out and party. It's all good. However, you need to be realistic. It will take a great mirracle or luck for you to get a record deal. You don't have it - ask Simon Cowell. I hope all your realistic dreams will come true. I hope you won't find yourself at 30 thinking, "where did I go wrong?" Slade is not all that but he was good to you. However, him being all generous was a way to contorl you; that's the reason you felt you lost yourself. I think he saw a pretty your girl and thought that he can put you in a cage and buy you things that should make you happy enough to stay with him and play 2nd mommy for this children; but you were simply not ready. You both got on a wrong train of life. One day, when you feel you get your life together and if he is still around he will still want you - the question is Will you want him? Best wishes to you and him. Ciao.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 2:50 AM

Caripearl wrote:

Do you really think that Slade was going to have time to get mad about you and Shane??? He was with this GORGEOUS woman! Think again. Not just HOT, you can tell she alsohas a lot of class.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 2:55 AM

diana wrote:

Jo,
I know your life is incredibly exciting right now, but here's a word of advice, take it or leave it: take a second to stop and help out someone who really needs it - volunteer your time somewhere, do anything that involves going outside of your own world. It's the personal connections you make that will give you true happiness and fulfillment - and gives life meaning.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 2:56 AM

Patrice wrote:

I think your so sweet. And ya right people will watch no matter what. I think that i has to be hard to have you life on tv for everyone to watch. And you know what so what if you are with a hot 21 year old i sure the person Slat had at the Bar BQ was younger. But you said something on the show that was right on which was right on........"maybe we should have broke up earlier......." i think for you YES you should have why? Because in the end you and he are better friends then lovers LOOK SEE FOR YOUR SELF. You will do great!

posted on March 14, 2007 at 3:00 AM

Caripearl wrote:

You want to follow your dreams while digging into Slade's bank account! Even a blind person can see that you want your independence but wants him to continue supporting your spending spree.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 3:00 AM

Caripearl wrote:

Whoever told you you can sing is not your friend! Listen to Christina Aguilera, MJB, Celine Dion etc... that will give you an idea how a real singer sounds. Poor Slade you are wasting his money...again.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 3:06 AM

Joe wrote:

Jo,
my Latina sista,
You need to treat Slade better, it's obvious that he care's and have very deep feelings for you. You need to evaluate what you think that you're giving up, honey LA is fine but, it will spit you out in a split second and when someone truely loves you LA comes real short, don't you think?

posted on March 14, 2007 at 3:15 AM

Laceita Armstead wrote:

Hey. I watched the finale tonite and it was a trip seeing Slade with that girl. That was the same girl he hung out with in L.A. on your birthday(I watched the marathon today). She had a bad outfit choice anyways, THANK YOU! It takes a lot of strength for you to move and try to find yourself as a woman. I'm a single, 27 year-old living in Socal just like you trying to find out what is right for me. Don't ever feel bad about the choices you made for yourself. You never want to look back in 5 years and have regrets you didn't get to live your life. You gotta few years to find yourself, in the meantime god will make things happen to you in the right reasons. Enjoy your 20s, I know I do so far!
Thanks for listening!
Laceita

posted on March 14, 2007 at 3:17 AM

Lety wrote:

Jo,
UR young, beautiful....and did I forget to mention young? Enjoy your life, and your right to not rely on a man to support you. Men will come and go, and in your case, I'm sure they're lined up for miles, for a chance to take you out on a date. Trust - family and kids will and can come much later in your life. Continue living life to its fullest - and girl, please let Slade go! U got a career to work on, friends and family to laugh and enjoy life with, and dreams to make come true. He's just not the one for you girlie, at least not the one for another 8-10 years. If he's around, cool! And if he's not.....honey, rest assured you will not be alone. you'll be with some really fine man, with lots of money, who's gonna respect and treat you and love you for who you are at that moment. So, for your own sake, let Slade and your friendship with him go!

posted on March 14, 2007 at 3:33 AM

Beyonka wrote:

hey jo. i just want to say that im glad that things are going good for you. i know that you will receive a billion hate blogs by the time next season comes around. just remember that those people don't KNOW YOU. they are basing their opions off of what the SHOW wants you to be seen as. Just stay strong and you will make it in the end.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 3:35 AM

claudia wrote:

Jo. you are young, beautiful and have so much to experience. Yeah Slade is freaking fine, but girl there are so many man (good one's) out there. you need to enjoy life and commit only when you feel ready. believe me at least 30!! girl I got married at 27 and I think I could have waited at least 3 more years...
dont rush into a relationship...

posted on March 14, 2007 at 3:59 AM

Jessica wrote:

Jo, I know you need to figure out your life and you still want to have fun, BUT you are not a teenager any more, you really need to grow up. A person like Slade only comes once in your life. Is drinking with your girlfriends really more inportant than the love of your life. I really think you have your priorties out of order and you really need to X out JJ from your life. She is a really BAD influence on you. You two are not in high school any more, so why do you still act like you are? I just dont get it...

posted on March 14, 2007 at 4:08 AM

sharika wrote:

i think that jo needs to grow up a little bit its time to live in the real world yes she is young but she isnt THAT young she isnt 18 everytime she says she's young it actually makes her seem old cuz young people dont use that as an excuse i think slade did the right thing she doesnt know how lucky she is to have someone who really cares about her to the fullest and it makes me sad

posted on March 14, 2007 at 5:22 AM

Monique wrote:

Finally, What took him so long...

posted on March 14, 2007 at 7:27 AM

Patti wrote:

Congratulations on another season well done! Thank you for being so brave and putting your life out there on television; I know you all receive a lot of criticism for the way you all live your lives but seriously you live amazing lives and I applaud you all for being so open and brave to live your life and let all of us watch! I really hope there is a season 3.

I'm sorry that you and Slade broke up but maybe it was for the best. Do you think there's any possibility of getting back together? Would you???

posted on March 14, 2007 at 8:09 AM

Sherie wrote:

Jo - My ex-boyfriend of 19 months and I got into a fight on a friday and 4 days later he had some other broad in his bed. Men are snakes. You are talented, beautiful, and special. His loss. Sherie

posted on March 14, 2007 at 8:18 AM

rick wrote:

it's time for jo to go end of story

posted on March 14, 2007 at 8:35 AM

Mjones wrote:

Hey JO,

Timing is everything. Slade is NOT the best thing that will ever happen to you! Finding yourself will be the best thing that ever happened to you then finding a parnter that has the same dreams and goals. Money can not buy happiness! Slade is immature and a bit of a stalker. Bringing a date was to the bbq was SO immature. Why does it seem like he puts you before his kids? I hope this is not true and it just seems like it on TV. We don't even know where his other kid is. I can't believe he is moving to LA. Seriously JO get him out of your life. He is strange. Rich but strange! What happened with you and Ja Ja??? Follow your dreams JO. Go with your insticnt. Best of luck to you! You are adorable.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 8:41 AM

Jerry wrote:

Jo, I think you did the right thing for real. That chick he brought to the BBQ has nothing on you girl. You are a down to earth genuinly good person. I think you waited to long to dump that moron. Hey, I'm a 45 yr old male and I think you got it going on in you personal life and professional life. Good for you to go out and be on your own. Also, if you have any friends my age that are as down to earth as you, please send them my way.
You are the show....

posted on March 14, 2007 at 8:51 AM

Pam wrote:

Well Jo! I am not going to say what were you thinking. I am going to say WAY TO GO JO!!!!!!!!!!!Please dont take this the wrong way but I am sooooooooo glad that you and SLIME broke up!! Now just be strong and dont get sucked back in. And believe me you can. Because every time you have financial trouble you will want to go to him to bail you out and of course he will so he can stay connected. He made me sick when you were in couples theorapy and he just had to throw out there that he lived in a 6000 sq.ft. house. He loves to brag alot on the show about what he has. And he also likes to let the viewers know about what he does for you. Like the new car that you got. He just had to mention that you only bought the car with HIS help! There has been a number of other times that he did that on the show but I cant remember what it was. I hate to see that you made him your manager though. I know you need someone but there are alot of people out there who can help. That is still giving him CONTROLL! Im sorry he just gives me the creaps! He reminds me of a stalker the way he sits back and watches you when you are with other people. Now lets get to the WHATEVER that he brought to the party. Pretty? Please! I did not think that she was pretty! Even when Slime was feeding her his porkchop on another episode. Her face looks like it has been sliced and diced in so many times! But it didnt surprise me that he brought someone.He is soooo desperate! I guess he thought that you would run back to him. I had to laugh though because you didnt look like it bothered you too much at all. WAY TO GO! The next time you go to a little get together bring along a producer . He seems to always have this fear of you hooking up with one!! haha Well I doubt that you will be back for the next season. Thats sad :( One things for sure if SLIME is on the show and you are not then they will lose on viewer. ME!!
LOVE YA AND LOTS A LUCK!!

posted on March 14, 2007 at 9:06 AM

Rose wrote:

The date Slade brought to the barbeque was not hot. She was a ho. Trick outfit she had on! I'm sorry, but I would have been embarrassed to show up with her if I were Slade. She looked like a street walker. Ewwaa!! What happened to all the classy modest ladies? That chick was nasty.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 9:14 AM

Laurie wrote:

Slade did the wrong thing by bringing that girl to the BBQ but you have to realize he needs to get on with his life and you are not his girlfriend anymore. You took, he gave and that was it. You need to grow up and become responsible for your own life and he needs to sow his oats. You gave him no alternative. I'm not saying he wa right alot of times but it was apparently obvious that you were not committed to this relationship. You were only thinking about Jo and when your in a relationship it is always us not I!!!! Good luck your going to need it.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 9:17 AM

Tara wrote:

Jo,

I watch the show and I have never posted anywhere before. I am 32 , and at 25 I was not even ready to settle down. I personally would never go out with someone like Slade because I personally do not like someone telling me what to do or making me feel guilty for doing what I do.

You are young and first off it was his fault for falling in love with someone who is a lot younger. I see this all the time, men my age or older dating women a lot younger and then when they are finally ready to settle with this person are shocked that the younger woman isn't ready. Well maybe they should date someone older who's priorities are different. Slade seems like a really nice man and you seem like a really nice girl, your heart is in the right place, although I have no fascination with Jimmy Choo boots. That is just not me, but that is okay, I love who I am. You both are just not in the right place in your lives.

I am a single 32 year old woman, I love being single and on my own, and if I meet a wonderful man then I will settle down because now I am ready to settle down. You live your dream because that is what your 20s are all about. Good luck with you and relish this time in your life. I loved my late twenties and I am loving every bit of my 30s. If I never settle down, I won't regret it one bit because I have travelled the world.

Do not let anyone feel guilty for what you are doing. I was 23 and in a relationship with a 38 year old man. There was nothing wrong with him, he was a wonderful person but at 23 I was not ready to settle down, I had a lot of growing to do and I believe you do as well.

Good luck to you and enjoy your life.

Sincerely,
Tara from Philly

posted on March 14, 2007 at 9:20 AM

Karen wrote:

Jo you are doing the right thing. You did it before you got married and had kids. People stay in the lives they led and are so unhappy as they are afraid of change. You have the the guts to move ahead in your life and be happy.They always say only you can make yourself happy and nobody eles can. So stay cool and you go..

posted on March 14, 2007 at 9:26 AM

jana wrote:

It's too bad he had to break up with you on a couch. You're 23, go out and have a great time!! Good luck with everything.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 9:29 AM

Kathy wrote:

Honestly... the couch is better than what you deserved. I don't feel the least bit sorry for you-- not for the break up, and not for the fact that Slade brought a date to the party. How many times did you throw Shane in Slade's face? Including bringing him out on a Girls' Night while Slade was out of town?!! Karma is a bitch-- and you got a huge taste of it.

Might want to give a listen to that song "What Goes Around, Comes Around"

Hope you're not back next season.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 9:31 AM

cindy phillips wrote:

i keep asking and nobody answers me, jo is the johnanna on real worl austin, if anybody else knows this please tell me. i checked it out on the real world web site and she is the same person

posted on March 14, 2007 at 9:34 AM

Nicole wrote:

Jo,

I may dislike you and didn't agree with they way you acted in your relationship with Slade. But I totally did not agree with him bringing a date to the BBQ only 4 days after you guys broke up. That showed extremely poor taste on Slade's part and for that I do feel bad.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 9:35 AM

tylo wrote:

I hope this makes the cut to be printed.
I really hope if there is a 3rd season, you and slade aren't on it. Salde showed how immature he was bringing a "date", and you, well I'm glad I tape the show so I can FF through your sceans if I want too.

Still think you can't sing, money, and good mixing of a song can make anyone sound good.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 9:35 AM

Stacey wrote:

I'm just now watching the last episode, where Slade shows up at Vicki's BBQ w/Janice. That was the biggest d**k move for any guy to do. He is such a manipulator! Stay away from him!

posted on March 14, 2007 at 9:55 AM

Lorena wrote:

Jo, you definitely did the right thing moving on. Slade (what kinda name is that anyway?) doesn't necessarily want to settle down, he wants a trophy wife and I really don't think he's looking for a "wife" or "mother" for his kids. He's looking for a trophy that he can count on for his arm and that he can dress up. He never admitted the whole Lauri situation and frankly, I dont' think the lady was lying...she has no reason to. So keep Lauri and fart on "Slade". Rock on! BTW, keep Shane too........hubba, hubba!

posted on March 14, 2007 at 9:57 AM

mona wrote:

i would have to say, jo is my favorite on OC.. she's the hit llist of the show. she partys like there's no tomrrow, she gets drunk and have alot of fun, and she's beautiful.....

posted on March 14, 2007 at 9:57 AM

kayla wrote:

Ok, I'm the first to comment, hope it sounds good. First, I think its a great thing that you and Slade decided to split. I speak from sympathy, I too got involved with my now husband way too early. Don't put your dreams and ambitions behind to just settle for what everyone says is "the best thing that's ever happened to you." Do what your heart tells you. We only see what the producers want us to see, so I'm sure theres more to the story, but it boils down to Slade wants a wife and you aren't ready for that. And it did show in the last episode that you both knew it was time to let go. Kudos for making the decision together kind of. Oh, and I'll be the first to say it (ok maybe not the first after the other housewives) it was terribly tacky to bring the girl to the bbq. Thanks for letting us see you grow into what will be adulthood.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 10:05 AM

dee wrote:

Hi Jo, enjoyed the show thru the last 2 seasons. I was all set up to watch last night and went to sleep. Missed the whole show. Will it be repeated? enjoy your life. Good luck in all you do. Dee

posted on March 14, 2007 at 10:12 AM

Dawn wrote:

You definitely have issues with co-dependency. It is time to go your own way and cut Slade our of your life, COMPLETELY!!! He can be a real creep.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 10:13 AM

Rosio wrote:

Jo you are definately real! You have class and you are human too and with time we learn grace and that will surely come to you. I think you are beautiful! Laurie could only wish she had your youth and iluminating presence! Learn to trust and believe in yourself and you can have the world! Some realities in life are downers and anyone that judges against you on how you adjust or deal with them is inhumane!! There are so many people I know that watch the show and will no longer tune in if you are not a part of it, we love you! You rock!

posted on March 14, 2007 at 10:13 AM

Dayna wrote:

Jo, i am wishing you all the best in all u do in life! you were the one i related to most, and i think u are down to earth and i love the genuine honest person u are, i can see how u are asking these big ques in life, i do that too. follow your heart, sounds like a broken record, but its true, trust your instinct in all u do. slade isnt going anywhere, he loves you.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 10:19 AM

Kristy wrote:

Even my boyfriend (who is also addicted to the show) said that slade was an ass for showing up to the bbq with a date. That was so lame! Good luck Jo.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 10:36 AM

crystal wrote:

Jo......I really like you for being ready to be independent and doing things on your own, but come on! Slade is a tool and everybody knows it........and now he is your manager and moving to LA???? What is wrong with that guy???

posted on March 14, 2007 at 10:51 AM

pat wrote:

It's good you and Slade "broke up", and that you can remain friends, but to have him as your manager? Sounds like you guys need more help than a relationship counselor. And if Slade truly wants to get married and find a mother for his children then what is he doing moving to L.A. and dating these young hotties? Screwed up I'd say!

posted on March 14, 2007 at 10:56 AM

valerie wrote:

jo......you act like a spoiled brat, you're NOT attractive, you CAN'T sing & slade deserves better!

posted on March 14, 2007 at 11:09 AM

jaime wrote:

Slade's "DATE" didn't look much like a wifey herself...Lose him. He'll see.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 11:09 AM

Tiffany wrote:

..Hi Joy,

I wanted to say you handled the break up quite well Also when Slade showed up with the other woman it was just rude and showed no respect for you our your past relationship..

I have one comment to make KEEP your Brunette Hair color; with highlights the all over
It would look nice but the color your hair is now is not very flattering

Good luck in the future. Be your own woman, no matter what a guy has to offer you if you are not happy it is never worth the trade off of loosing yourself or your respect..

posted on March 14, 2007 at 11:12 AM

Stephanie wrote:

Hi Jo,
When Slade went to dinner with his friends and this girl was at the table, I knew that there was something going on. At first, when you were out partying a lot, I actually felt sorry for Slade, but after he pursued Laurie at the end of last season, we should have known he couldn't be trusted. I read that the two of you remain very close, for which I am glad, but I am happy to hear that you are moving on.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 11:14 AM

Marta wrote:

Dear Jo, I was mad for you when Slade brought that woman to the BBQ like I said before it was wrong of him to bring that chick there. Definitely you kept your cool and he did'nt think you would he's an ass-h*le keep your head up and dreams high. You should think of changing your manager! I love the show and wish you the best luv Marta...PA

posted on March 14, 2007 at 11:21 AM

Andrea Williams wrote:

Jo-
As a new housewife myself, I have been addicted to this show since January. I know it's tv and we don't see everything that really goes on, but I really feel that this was the right decision for you and just had to write. I see so much of myself in you. Even though I am only 28, I have been through everything you've experienced--the wealthy, older men (i live in palm beach), the needing to find myself etc...and I couldn't have been happier with last night's outcome!

From my observations, it seems as though Slade is such a drama queen! I about gagged last night when he was hugging you in the kitchen and crying that he lost you. Give me a break! And before that, he was pouting around the kitchen like a 22-year-old chick!!! And last season, every time you broke up, he would take back your license plate--what a TOOL!!! His constant need for reassurance is pathetic. And when he showed up with 'Janice,' that was just classic. The way he was basically dragging her behind him and searching the crowd for you--the body language was so blatantly obvious that he was trying to make you jelaous. As great as he may be in certain ways--he pales compared to you. You seem like a true, genuine soul and have a wonderful, sweet spirit and you needed to separate in order for you to truly shine. Take it from someone who has been there and dealt with the manipulation--you have made one of the best decisions of your life. He is all about show and you seem to be more about substance. You will learn to rely on yourself and your own strengths and it will be the best thing for you...consequently, allowing you to be in a place to meet someone who completes you in the ways that are really important. Best of luck with everything, I look forward to seeing what you do next.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 11:21 AM

stacey wrote:

JO JO JO Slade is now yur manager??? Hows that working for ya? If he had so little respect for you at the BBQ what makes you think he has your best interest at heart. Slade cares about Slade end of story.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 11:22 AM

hali wrote:

good for slade and you both of you were toxic to each other. Your selfish and he's looking for someone to come home to and take care of , obviouly you were not and will not soon be ready for marriage or a real relationship. Hopefully the next guy you are with you will not take him forgranted like you did slade, maybe from this experience you have acutally grown.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 11:32 AM

Justme wrote:

I, myself, have always felt bad for Slade. He was the one who had the wealth and it seemed he was dumped on a lot. You really need to grow up while living away. He really did do nothing wrong except to give you everything you wanted.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 11:32 AM

Carrie wrote:

I just love you JO, you go Girl!!!! Do your thing and remember be strong!!

posted on March 14, 2007 at 11:41 AM

Mrs. Fawn Ness wrote:

Jo, is spoiled and the only reason, why she hangs around Slade is for his money !! She's a Gold Digger from the word go !! She needs to grow up and act like an Adult, not a partying fool.. Slade loves her and she hurt him deeply , but he will find someone to Honestly Respect and love him back, the way he wants and deserves.. Slade is a very giving soul..

posted on March 14, 2007 at 11:43 AM

Norma wrote:

Hi Jo,

I just want to say I loved watching the show, I watched it every Tues night. You were my favorite to watch! I wish you the best of luck with your career and I hope you find the right person for you. I know it was probably hard for you to see your relationship with slade end on the show. I hope they come out with a season 3 because It would be great to see how everything turns out.
Best of luck and best wishes.

xoxo!

posted on March 14, 2007 at 11:44 AM

Donna wrote:

Jo
First, you acted like a true lady when Slade decided to bring Miss Hot Pants to the party. You certainly came out on top of that uncomforatable situation. Second, you mention that you feel that Slade has his "life together" and you don't. Just because you are not choosing at this time to get married and raise a family does not mean in any way that you do not have your life together. You are twenty-something and you should be enjoying your life as a beautiful, intellegent 20 something woman. Enjoy this time in your life!!!! Best wishes to you with your singing career and so what if people tell you that you stink they are just jealous that they are not able to live their dreams. Dream on girl!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Just think you will never look back on your life and ask what if.............. How many people can say that!

posted on March 14, 2007 at 11:47 AM

Brandee wrote:

Hey Chica!
I watched the finale last night and I must say I really felt for you. I do think that you and Slade did the best thing to end your relationship and just be friends. That move he made ringing the other woman to the barbeque was really wrong, but you are a smart and beautiful woman and I have no doubt you will be fine. Thanks for sharing yourself with all of us each week.
ps. you are a much more attractive than that other woman!

posted on March 14, 2007 at 11:49 AM

JAY wrote:

Hey, Jo like the show...whats ur myspace address? Move on you do not need the headache of all the back and forth of your so called relationship! Its not good for you! Why is he Your manager for??????? You do not need him!

posted on March 14, 2007 at 11:54 AM

michele wrote:

OK.........lets see if I got this right....you broke up last season then ran back crying to Slades house and went directly upstairs with him (what a great way to solve EVERYTHING)....then Lauri told you he hit on her and you said Slade was a liar and you were gonna do what you wanted where you wanted how you wanted, then just reappeared as his girlfriend on the next episode as if nothing ever happened.....now youve had your "heart" smashed cause he broke up with you on a couch in front of a Laura Flynn Boil
lookalike.....then he shows up with hooker girl and you show class by running inside to a kid thats actually more screwed up than Slade...and now you remain broken up but SLADE IS YOUR MANAGER........girl.....you better run and run FAST back to your mamas uterus and try this life over again....you cant POSSIBLY screw up any worse. And here I was thinking no one could beat Vicky in the crazy department. You are the queen of crazy !!!!! But the saddest part of all is that you think youre just fine. (and worth it.....HA!!!!!)

posted on March 14, 2007 at 11:55 AM

Mitch wrote:

Hi Jo,
I spent my mid-twenties in west holllywood, sky bar, the standard, back then hard rock in vegas etc.. I feel where you are at in life. Now i'm still independant just hit 31 and very single. It's hard to find a good man out there, looking back on all the guys i met or dated i guess i can say i'm a little to seasoned and i can see through guys B.S. like Slade. I think your still a little green to detach yourself from him, but girlfriend it is the perfect time for that clean break, you can not keep running from super heartbreak.. That's the growing part of being INDEPENDANT TOO!! you have to be cool in your own skin without SLADES opinion right now. I was in ur shoes many times (sorry to say) anyhoo! after my last relationship i read this book i suggest to you "it's called a break up because it's broken".
It IS CURRENTLY helping me get over my ex and it's from a mans point of view. I hope you Read this post and google the book. Well best wishes in life. P.s. i saw you and slade last weekend at a local mall and i noticed you and how tall u are and i thought you were with some new man but as you guys walked past me i noticed it was Slade, and i was like ahh Jo let it go, i wanted to say hi but i did not want to be cheesy so i went about my shopping. So i''m a local gal if you ever want to hang in o.c not newport though sorry! or at some dope malls i'm there. :) p.s.s. sorry for all the run on sentences!!!

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:11 PM

Judy wrote:

It's time for you to grow up Jo!!! Slade is a jerk!

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:13 PM

megan wrote:

ok, that thing that slade brought to the bbq looked like a derranged brat doll, so fake, so ugly, not even ugly that girl was fug-ugly!!!
jo- why would you even say that she was hot, honey, really what are you thinking? that's not hot...IF YOU HAVE MONEY, ANYONE COULD LOOK LIKE THAT, JUST LOOK AT JOAN RIVERS, ha ha ha!
i was so happy to read at the end of the show that you are living all on your own. good job! all you have to do now is get slade out of your life all together. you don't want him back ever again, people like that you can't leave the door cracked for.
megan, DE

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:15 PM

MARK wrote:

I'm a 38 year old, married, father of 3. I've been a fan for both seasons and I've sided with Slade on most everything that has gone on between him and Jo, but the barbeque was a loser move on his part. I hope the both of you are doing well, but it was for the best for each that you broke up. You have your own thing going on, I wish you all the luck. By the way, the girl was hot, but you still have her beat.

p.s. Not a fan of the blonde hair coming up on next weeks episode.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:17 PM

Plushsafe wrote:

I loathe Slade. He's a walking contradiction. He claims to want the wife and happily ever after, yet he shows up at the BBQ with a woman that dresses like a whore!

I just don't see her sitting down with his son on a sunny afternoon writing songs.

Jo, you're a beautiful woman so I'm sure you don't have to wait long until the next man sweeps you off your feet. Hopefully, the next time he will be more mature than pompous assed Slade.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:17 PM

shan- from Little Rhode Island wrote:

Jo, I have to say that I have not like Slade from the begining. My husband and I watch the show and even he had a comment that Slade faking it with the tears in the kitchen and he is a control freak. I believe it was a set up to let you down without all eyes and blame on him. I bet he even had that appt. all set up before he even told you about his "idea". Please get smart and dump him all togther. Manager, please he just want to keep you under his control. And that "candy" give me a break she is nasty looking. I said that when I saw her in the last show when she made her appearance. She has the mouth and teeth of a donkey. Go for the good stuff and what makes you happy. Good Luck in Life, and live it up!!!!!

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:26 PM

Sher wrote:

Jo:
You knew what you were signing up for when you entered into that relationship. I saw you as a "Gold Digger", you went on and on every episode about finding yourself but failed to come to the realization that without Slade you would have continued to work three jobs, and not be afforded the opportunity to make the connections you did.

You drink entirely too much and i do not mean to be rude but you have put on a significant amout of weight. I don't think it would hurt for you to bring a little bit more than sex to a relationship. Learn to cook, pick up a hobby maybe the next time you find a gentleman that wants to be in a relationship with you, you'll have something to bring to the plate. A pretty face does not last forever.

Grow up.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:31 PM

suntio wrote:

SLADE STILL LOVES YOU. He brought the arm candy to the bbq to get a reaction out of you, maybe to show you what you're missing but he still hangs around, he even moved to LA and he manages your singing career. Clearly the man wants to be around you.

PS: You look better as a brunette, blond is just not your color, it washed you out.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:35 PM

CE wrote:

Is the show coming back for a thrid season?

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:37 PM

margaret wrote:

Let it go for 2007

By T. D. Jakes

There are people who can walk away from you. And hear me when I tell you this! When people can walk away from you: Let them walk.

I don't want you to try to talk another person into staying with you, loving you, calling you, caring about you, coming to see you, staying attached to you. I mean hang up the phone.

When people can walk away from you let them walk. Your destiny is never tied to anybody that left.

The bible said that, they came out from us that it might be made
manifest that they were not for us. For had they been of us, no doubt they would have continued with us. [1 John 2:19]

People leave you because they are not joined to you. And if they are not joined to you, you can't make them stay.

Let them go.

And it doesn't mean that they are a bad person it just means that their part in the story is over. And you've got to know when people's part in your story is over so that you don't keep trying to raise the dead. You've got to know when it's dead.

You've got to know when it's over. Let me tell you something. I've got the gift of good-bye. It's the tenth spiritual gift, I believe in
good-bye. It's not that I'm hateful, it's that I'm faithful, and I know
whatever God means for me to have He'll give it to me. And if it takes too much sweat I don't need it. Stop begging people to stay.

Let them go!!

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:38 PM

k wrote:

I think Jo is pretty mature for someone her age and has a strong sense of who she is. That's very important. Slade is too controlling and I think his character really came through with how he handled things with her. He doesn't seem to be a good person and she will definitely do better than him. So he has a lot of money and is generous with THINGS. She needs more than that. Someone who doesn't want to just possess her. And I think she felt that and rebelled against it. Good for her for moving on!

posted on March 14, 2007 at 12:55 PM

Joe wrote:

Jo

To see you at the party being manipulated by Lauri was sad, sad, sad. Wake up. She dates your ex boyfriend and is suppose to be your friend and she tries to spin it as being Slade's fault. She does not even try to explain her position as to why she was out dancing it up with him. "We were both used by Slade"...please. When I heard her describe you as jealous about her ring I nearly fell out of my chair. She is jealous you had a relationship built on love and not cash. Slade is an opportunist. He is milking this show for his own advatange. Don't let him sink his hooks into you any farther. Find your own manager and send him back to Lauri.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 1:03 PM

JESSICA wrote:

=) Hi Jo!!! I felt so sad when I saw you at the BBQ. I wish I could have given you a big hug. Yes it was wrong that he brought a date. She is pretty, but her outfit was all wrong for a backyard BBQ & it looks like she thinks she is all that, babygirl, she isn't! She was just Slade's REBOUND. Nothing more.
I wish you the best of luck. Whatever happened between you and your friend JJ, for you to move into your own apartment in LA, I hope everything is alright. If Slade is in fact your manager still, always make sure he doesn't try and control you, he is a backstabber in my opinion. I wouldn't trust him, he made a fool out of himself at your meeting when everyone was sitting around the table, he shouldn't have sang along to your song, they was trying to hear YOU. Make sure he doesn't blow any further meetings, because I think he made a mess of that last one when they heard your song. Anyways, Good luck Jo =) May your Angels always have your back. Peace!

posted on March 14, 2007 at 1:12 PM

Jen wrote:

Jo,
Good for you! You handled yourself incredibly well at the BBQ when Slade came in with that street walker. You showed class and grace by introducing yourself to her. I never thought badly about Slade because your conflicts only came about because you both just want different things at this point. But after seeing last night's show now I just think he's an ass. He brought that girl to impress people and in the process just made himself look pathetic. And it looked like she was dressed for the club, not a BBQ. It was disprespectful to both you and Vicki. Real men DO NOT act like that. You're young! Enjoy it and settle down only when you're ready to! Good luck in L.A.!

posted on March 14, 2007 at 1:16 PM

Hope wrote:

As a fan im sad to see the season come to an end. And yes i cried to at the end of the show to, Jo you and Jeanna are my two favoritets, And im so happy that you stuck with your gut feelings. As a 30 yr. old woman there were so many times i should have listened to mine. You are a brave and strong woman and let any one tell you differnt. p.s. Ithink you did great in the recording studio.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 1:20 PM

Leila wrote:

Jo,
It is all for the best! If you are meant to be with Slade down the road, you will be. Go out there and experience life! You are only in your twenties once!

posted on March 14, 2007 at 1:51 PM

shellie wrote:

Best of luck to you on your singing career. I write lyrics, but have no voice for singing. lol Would love to sit down with you and Gavin and create......

posted on March 14, 2007 at 1:52 PM

Barb Short wrote:

I think that you are great Jo. Good for you for going for your dreams and realizing that you don't need to be somebody's eye candy to do it.

Good luck to all that you do!

posted on March 14, 2007 at 1:56 PM

army chick wrote:

Hi Jo, I was wishing Vicki would tell Slade & his rebound "date" to leave the BBQ. There was one time Duff was asked to leave a BBQ & he did to accomidate his ex. Why didn't they ask Slade and his rebound hoochie girl to leave the bbq? What was she thinking wearing that, I think she looks stuck up, good luck with that one Slade, btw, what the hell kind of name is SLADE? Anyways Jo I would drop Slade as your manager, he has nothing to offer you but his controlling ways. I wish you nothing but the best Jo. Keep your head up.

posted on March 14, 2007 at 2:03 PM

Misty wrote:

Wow! Jo...I can't beleive that Slade brought that girl off the street corner. You do your thing girl. I think you and Shane would be so cute together!!:)Maybe next season??:)

posted on March 14, 2007 at 2:05 PM

Jennifer wrote:

Jo. Drop Slade totally from your life. Try a more hollywood type guy. Some really cute, rich and young. That should get Slade really pissed! Maybe Ryan Phillipe? Both of you could rebound and have fun!

posted on March 14, 2007 at 2:05 PM