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Hello Everyone,
I really want to once again start by saying that I can't begin to thank everyone for reaching out to me with such kind words and encouragement. I am so touched and feel extremely blessed to have "fans." (I am still trying to get used to that idea. LOL.) Under this spotlight we are being ripped apart by some, so to know how many good, kind people are out there is such a ray of sunshine in this sometimes cloudy ride that we are on. So thank you, thank you, thank you!
Episode 5 was fun for me to watch. Enough of the drama and onto what my life is really about - friends, fun and family.
Atlantic City was a blast. I want to first say that if you ever get the chance to go to the Water Club...jump. That place is amazing and they treated us like princesses. I highly recommend it.
How freakin' funny is Teresa with her wardrobe for a month when we are only spending 2 days there? She is too funny. I swear I love that girl. I know I like to say that this show is "enhanced" reality, but that is 100% Teresa. Bringing 5 pairs of shoes for every outfit...20 different jewelry options...and the list goes on. I really want that girls closet, and I'll take her body too while we're at it.
I had such a great time in AC. No drama, just fun! My girlfriend Pam who came with us is a new friend, but a good one. She and I hit it off right away because we both love the same things. We love pretty clothes, great food and our homes. We lunch, shop and laugh...our relationship is light-hearted and fun. So there - I do let new people in. Don't give me a reason not to like you and I will be your friend forever.
- 06/14/2009 - 3:56pm
- She She
Dina, I Love this show and of you girls EXCEPT Danielle. Hang in there and much love to you all. I am Proud of you all. You all are not over bearing EXCEPT Danielle.. Teresa is so dang cute to me I love her..
- 06/14/2009 - 3:53pm
- Viewer
Dina,
I've watched each series of Housewives and you ladies take the cake hands down!! You put the "Real" in the title. I love your sense of humor, I absolutely adore Caroline. She holds the family together quite well. Jacqueline is a peach and Teresa is the type of friend every woman needs. You are all wonderful parents. Each of you bring something unique and special to the show. I hope to see you guys back for another season, but if not I wish you 4 nothing but the best!! Job well done!! Take care.
- 06/14/2009 - 3:25pm
- Sue
Dina - have to say I watched all of these shows and NJ rocks. I'm from NY and was surprised that this show was much more entertaining then the NY show.
Now on to business. I think the producers need to cut Danielle out of the show and bring someone new in. There is no story line there. She's a gold digger looking for some rich guy to come along and support her sorry life. That is sad. As I watch the show, I agree with you, why doesn't Jackie see that this woman is not who she says she is. Glad Theresa has finally seen the light and hopefully Jackie will too. Eveytime dopy appears on screen I want to kick her a$$. I love your sister, she knows what she wants and is complete control of her life (remind me of my mom). You guys ROCK. Can't wait for the finale. You have lots of fans in NY, including myself, and I hope this show grows and continues on for long time.
Hugs,
Sue
- 06/14/2009 - 2:57pm
- texmo
Dina - You rock! Danielle is whacked out. We'd love to see more of your brother!!!
- 06/14/2009 - 2:53pm
- Martha
I love the fact that in this day and age when parenting is frowned upon (HUGE MISTAKE) that you would take time off from your career and be there for your child. She seems delightful and yes, you can not get these days back. I am 41, my daughter is a senior in college, and I often sit back and wonder where the time went. So BRAVO to you!
- 06/14/2009 - 2:43pm
- Chris
Hey Dina, I love watching the show, it's a hoot! And I love you, Caroline and Teresa the best. Your relationship with your daughter reminds me of me and my youngest daughter, very close. Lexi is so cute and sweet, just like my daughter. Cherish this time together with her because as you said, it goes by so quickly.. But even when your daughter goes to college I'm sure you'll still be very close. That bond will never go away. You're doing a great job. Take care
- 06/14/2009 - 2:32pm
- Linda
I DON'T KNOW IF THE SHOW IS REALLY REAL, BUT, BEING A BORN AND RAISED NEW YORKER, THE SHOW SEEMS MORE REAL THAN THE NY & ORANGE COUNTY. I AM ADICTED!
ONE QUESTION, WHERE DO YOU GALS FIND YOUR MEN?
- 06/14/2009 - 1:37pm
- christine
to Bravo: These housewives are the best yet. Why only 6 episodes? I hope they come back for another season and with alot more episodes. I love them all except Danielle- but every show has to have their fair share of trash. This one just has alot less than the others. Bring all these women back. Not only are they "real housewives"- their husbands are all good husbands, and normal and they all have amazing families and kids. All of their relationships are good. And the Manzo family is hilarious. Bring them all back!
- 06/14/2009 - 12:43pm
- Anne
Dina,
I can't believe I'm writing this....lol. But I wanted to say I love, love, love H.W. of New Jersey. I also wanted to thank you for helping people with your Project Ladybug. You all are inspirational and entertaining. Thank you for letting us see your lives....You are THE BEST of the Real Housewives.
- 06/14/2009 - 12:39pm
- Tina
Dina, I really enjoy the show and I admire the relationship tha you have with your family and your daughter. I come from a large italian family as well and it is true...blood is thicker than water. As for Danielle, UGH!!! she sooo needs to get a life, I feel sorry for her daughters, who by now Im sure have been humilated by their mothers behavior! I think that Jacqueline needs to just simply realize that Danielle is someone who loves drama and is going to drag her down. It is clear that Jacqueline has asked her reapeatdly not to speak about you to her and yet she continues to do so, I find that disrespectful! Hopefully by now she has caught on and has dumped her.
I am so happy for her on the birth of her son, Congrats!!! And Congrats to Theresa as well, I just love, love love her!!! The four of you just make me laugh you are all too cute:) and the four of you are great mothers!
I wish nothing but the best for you and your families.
- 06/14/2009 - 9:41am
- Milania
I ABSOLUTELY love this show. I am 100% italian and very proud of it. It's hard in Colorado because it is such a melting pot. I respect and enjoy all of you, (not sure about Danielle) The cast is just like my family. It;s so great to see that unlike the other housewives, money and possessions are not the #1 focus for you all in New Jersey.
I think you are sweet and your daughter is darling. I have never posted anything before, but this show makes me feel like I'm watching my family. I am a loyal fan!
- 06/14/2009 - 8:56am
- Audrey :-)
Hi Dina-
hey just wnated to say that all the chicks in my family LOVE u! omg ur our favorite (of course we get laughs out of teresa's thousands of shoes too ;). i've watched pretty much all of the housewives except for the first season of the OC, and i've got to say that ur my fave housewife EVER!!! i love ur humor and honesty! can't wait to see it next season! :) :) (haha btw love the t-shirt lexi got XD
- 06/13/2009 - 11:43pm
- Viewer
Dina, you and Caroline are my favorites, with Teresa right behind. As a jewelry designer, I am interested in your jewelry. You have some fabulous cross necklaces. Also you've worn a necklace that appears to be leather cord with a toggle in the front. I wish I could find out more about that piece...where you got it...
- 06/13/2009 - 11:10pm
- Stardust
So soon and the first "season" is almost over!!!! Arrgh!!!
Will miss seeing all of you. (With the exception of one). Danielle is a piece of work.....would give that one a whole lotta room. See all of you next season....will be impatiently waiting!!!!!
- 06/13/2009 - 10:50pm
- michelle
Why are you so hard on Danielle? You act as though you do not have a past? I remember you form Platinum Weddings and your story of the road you had to travel with Tommy before your trip down the isle. It was not an easy road for you, you admitted how he cheated on you for starters, so what makes you any different from Danielle?
- 06/13/2009 - 10:43pm
- working mom
Dina - you are my favorite housewife and I really admire your commitment to your daughter and also admire your amazing career. Good for you for deciding what is most important - and you can still continue your career, you just don't have to let it own you. I have a lot of respect for you being cautious of who you associate with. There are a lot of crazy, miserable people out there that just want to cause misery for others. You are beautiful, talented and smart and I wish you the best in all that you do!
- 06/13/2009 - 10:42pm
- Viewer
Dina, I'm sorry that Tommy did not want to be on the show. I thought he was so amusing in "Your Big Fat Fabulous Wedding" and would have been a nice added touch. Seeing him interacting with you and Lexi would have been nice. You seem so alone Lexi went on vacation, it would have been nice to see Tommy consoling you. I think loving supportive husbands should always be seen. It's good role modeling.
- 06/13/2009 - 10:10pm
- michelle
i love your show i tune in every week.. did your wedding appear on platinum weddings last week?
- 06/13/2009 - 10:10pm
- Viewer
Dina, you are so beautiful. You should have been a model. I also admire your interior designs.
You are lucky to have a choice when it comes to working or staying at home with your child.
- 06/13/2009 - 7:52pm
- TIFFANY
DINA,first of all i want to start off by saying i love your name(its my moms name.lol).neway...can i just say that i watch all of the real houswife shows,and this is by far my favorite one!!! mainly because of you,and your family. i love how important family is to you because i am the same way. i have a 4year old son,and when i watched the episode of lexi leaving for 2weeks i could totally see myself acting like you(crying and crying). its so hard when your babies get older! i think you are such an amazing woman, and you are so BEAUTIFUL(inside&out).AND can i add how i love how good you can read peoples character(danielle). I hope to see more of you&your wonderful family! god bless...
- 06/13/2009 - 7:45pm
- NK
It's a toss up between you, Theresa and Caroline as my favorite Housewife of all time! You ladies are funny, intelligent and seem to be dedicated to your families! It is so refreshing to see REAL women after all of these Housewives wannabes! I started my own business in January of this year and I totally can relate to how you're torn between your work and your daughter. Stay positive and keep doing what you're doing! I love it!
- 06/13/2009 - 7:43pm
- Viewer
I posted last week when Lexi had just left for Greece, I identified sooo much with you. See, she came back OK! She is a hoot, all the sandels she bought and then she bought you the "shoe whore" t-shirt! How cute was that.
I put my career on hold when my kid was in jr. high and high school and did all the school activities and stuff and spend time with him. When he went off to college I did pick up where I left off and was successful. What a pay off, it kept me from having a huge "empty nest breakdown" and the time I spent with him paid off with a close relationship that lasted throughout his college years and continues to remain strong.
Best of Luck Hon
- 06/13/2009 - 7:19pm
- Meghan
Dina,
I just wanted to say that you are absolutely great! I love you on the show and from a business aspect you are my absolute hero. I am a 26 year old florist in Ohio and I have always wanted to do spectacular weddings so hearing how you have succeeded so well in the event/wedding planning industry has given me hope. I really hope that you ladies come back for another season because there has not been enough episodes in season one. If you have any more advice for those of us who want to excel in the wedding world that would be great and if you ever need a florist from Ohio I am definatetly available. Thank you for being so fabulous!
- 06/13/2009 - 7:16pm
- Jersey Girl
Hi Dina,
First off I want to say that you are my favorite Housewive of all the housewives Orange, NY, Atl all of them. I think your so real...o btw i took the which housewive are you quiz and it said I was most like you..which is so true, cause i dont like b.s at all and i like to keep things as real as possible. I luv you girl I cannot wait to see the final show and the reunion.
Stay real Girl!
- 06/13/2009 - 6:41pm
- debbie
Hi Dina,
I love the show and think that all of you are so nice. Except for Danielle (she's one person that I could not befriend). Her loss and what a fake she is. Anyway, I think you are a super nice person, someone I would like to have as a friend. And, you are beautiful, so stop it! You are perfect just the way you are. I like to see the relationship you have with your daughter. I have a open and close relationship with my daughter although she is 30 years old so that makes me a lot older than you. Anyway, stay as sweet as you are and as close to your family as you seem to be. Tell everyone I said hi.Debbie
- 06/13/2009 - 6:27pm
- qwerty
Hi Dina,
Just wanted to let you know you are one of my favorites on the show. YOU ARE NOT FAT! In fact you are very beautiful and one of the more honest ones. Good luck with how you decide to continue your career.
Thank you for the Lady Bug Foundation. I wish more people like you would give back to society.
- 06/13/2009 - 5:58pm
- allison
Dina
I LOVE LOVE LOVE YOU....You are my favorite...I was crying with you when your daughter was going to see her Dad. I love how you talk So far you girls are my favorite.Will we ever see your husband?I am such the cat lover I love your cats...You are a good person I want you to be my friend...you and your sister are GREAT...You both can tell whos true and who is not...Danielle is really in need of some help she has to be the worst ever...
Keep up the great work...:-)
- 06/13/2009 - 5:45pm
- emilie111
Dina,
Did you design your own house? I love the chicken theme.
- 06/13/2009 - 5:41pm
- Susan
Hi Dina, love the show and I truelly think you are a really good mom and what you do with your charity is truelly amazing, that alone speaks volumes about you . keep up the good work ,this world will be a better place with people like you.
- 06/13/2009 - 4:30pm
- Jenn B
Hey Dina,
I love this show and I think you and your family are the cutest!!!! I love the relationship you have with your sister and with Teresa (your sister from another mother) Your are definitly right Teresa and her girls are so cute!!! I hope they have a little boy there is nothing better for a man than a son but if they have another girl they can use the boobies to make baby number 4. LOL I wish you all the best!!!
- 06/13/2009 - 3:30pm
- Di
Dina,
I love the show, but I do not understand why it is so hard for you and your family to welcome newcomers into your circle. It seems to me,that is how you make friends and meet new people...unless you do not want friends.I understand a family being tight and watching your back, but, everyone seems so uptight abt others outside the family. What abt your daughter??Does she not have friends outside the family??I am 56 yrs old and I enjoy meeting new people everyday of my life..some I really like and some I do not and then some I am a little guarded abt and some are just loyal and true.I do not think it is fair of you and the others to make Jacqueline to chose between the family and Danielle..she is just trying to be a good friend to her and probably feels sorry for her since others are sohard on her. We all have a past,even you, and some are bad and some are good and hopefully,Danielle is trying to make a new future for her and her girls.I find you and Caroline hard on people other than the family and I do not think like you..if someone is trying to be friends with you,it might be because they like you,not because they are not to be trusted.
- 06/13/2009 - 3:08pm
- Viewer
I am so happy to hear about the new babies!
- 06/13/2009 - 1:54pm
- Underground Queen
You are a Blessing to me. I appreciate you very much. IMO you are The Epitome of ''Real''
- 06/13/2009 - 1:03pm
- Christine
Dina~
I just want to say thank you for having such class and dignity. You are an amazing role model for your daughter. Please continue to carry your head high and avoid getting involved in other people's issues. I really admire you.
C
- 06/13/2009 - 12:21pm
- Jersey Mom
Someone help me out here? I know Dina and Caroline are sisters, married to brothers. How does Teresa fit in? Is she related or just a friend??
- 06/13/2009 - 12:09pm
- belle g.
You are amazing. You're smart, beautiful, and an amazing mother. This season is my favorite season ever. All you ladies (besides Danielle) are so much fun to watch, and such good role models to other women!
- 06/13/2009 - 11:55am
- Bre
I swear I have never commented on some many blogs in my life, but you ladies are just a trip!
First, I respect the relationship you have with your daughter, I truly understand what you mean about getting back those precious moments, b/c my mother and I truly did cherish them and still do even though I am on my own. But I will add that I think you were wrong for making Jacqueline choose. She is a big girl and as for Teresa she is a true follower and whatever you say she bows to. I believe your family remains close to those that submit to your commands (sound like another organization you know of?) And to agree with another viewer I would like to see your husband atleast once, it's a little creepy that we dont!!
I truly hope that your judgement of others doesnt change your daughters view of the world and people in it, honestly you are like the highschool cheerleader who makes snide remarks and then sits back and acts as if you did nothing.
Please get better!
- 06/13/2009 - 9:49am
- SAH
You are incredibly funny, pretty and down to earth. Like someone said above trashy Tamara from the OC is SOOOO jealous of you!
Love you sister too!
- 06/13/2009 - 5:41am
- Ana
You seem like a nice family oriented person and that reflects regardless of the way the show is made. However, live and let live...Your sister in law is an amazing person and her friendship with someone she chooses to not judge is just who she is, and its a quality that not everyone has and should be respected. As her sisters in law u guys may want to protect her, but shes a woman a really good one and does not need the extra drama, and on the show she had real troubles, which had noting to do with lame drama of her political family not liking her friend.
With that said, I hope that the side of you that i know is there comes out more in the rest of this season....I can tell u and ur older sister are good people, ratings are good but u guys dont have to go that far for them youre fun to watch regardless...
ps. Your sister in law with the little girls, umm kind of sad...
- 06/13/2009 - 1:17am
- Diamond 9999
Hey Dina I'm a Fan of your. But I just wanted to ask you why is your husband not on the show? I saw your wedding on my Big Fabulous Wedding on WE. I haven't seen him on the show and I was wondering if you were still married?
- 06/13/2009 - 12:51am
- Megan
Dina,
You are amazing! Keep up the good work, because you have done an awesome job with that beautiful daughter of yours.
- 06/12/2009 - 11:21pm
- marci
Hi Dina, I think you guys are the most real of the Bravo Wives. I always thought I was the only one who thought if someone is trying too hard to be your friend, you should keep away from. When your sister said the same thing, I realized I should have been born and raised in Jersey! LOL! I was also really surprised when Teresa came over to your house and you just had your hair up in a bun. So natural and none of the fakeness of the OC wives. By the way, you are such a loving mom. Good Job!
- 06/12/2009 - 10:25pm
- Sena
Hi Dina,
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you for being a real human being. It is Sooo refreshing to watch a real mother and wife. Blessings to you and yours. I love watching you and can't wait for the fianle.
- 06/12/2009 - 9:40pm
- Lisa
Dina, you are great! You are original and it call it as you see it. There is noting wrong with not letting people in if you get a strange vibe about them. You are a very classy lady, you and Caroline.
- 06/12/2009 - 8:51pm
- Bridget
You are great!!! Love the show...it's my favorite Housewives show!!!! And I think you and your daughter have such a sweet relationship!!!!
- 06/12/2009 - 7:45pm
- Taylor
Why do I think of Denise Richards when I see you on t.v. lol... you very much look and act like her just my opinion
- 06/12/2009 - 7:43pm
- Georgette
OH, DINA, DINA, DINA.....You are so funny!!! I love how you carry yourself, you are so natural in front of the camera and so sophisticated in that quiet, understated sort of way. You are by far, the classiest one on the show, no disrespect to anyone 'cause I adore you all, well, almost all of you. You have such style and grace about you and its so refreshing, you have terrific work ethics and good instincts and a heart as big as the estate of New Jersey. Your daughter Lexie adores you and we can see why. I'm telling you, I'm ready to move to Jersey and hang out with you and the girls, but not "be you" nor try and "wear you" like last year's Versace, that line was hysterical, but so true....someone is obsessed with you, every minute of airtime that girl gets its about you and you and you, enough already!!! And your sister, I can't even begin to talk about your sister, Caroline puts us all in such a great mood everytime she comes on, she's always laughing, building up everybody's self esteem, and she beams and glows every time she's around you and her children...what a Woman!!!! She's like everybody's friend, sister and confidant, and I love her temper, I'm telling you, she's an undiscovered treasure, who knew? And if Al got her a German Sheppard its to protect her from other loose "animals" in the area, not because anyone would want to harm her?!! That's ridiculous, who would want to have an altercation with that adorable woman?! I think she could be the next Paula Dean of TV, I can't wait for her to start sharing some of her recipes and start cooking a la "Italiana" on the show. Look out Bravo, this woman's got "IT" she's beautiful, likable, adorable, lovable, and she's Italian, what more could we want for her to branch out on her own?! That's all I'm going to say. And Teresa and Jacqueline, oh my God, these girls, its like heaven on earth!! They both need to be canonized, two angels on the shores of Jersey. I'm in love with the show 'cause you are all so refreshing, I can't say it enough. By the way, The Brownstone, to die for, simply gorgeous and your homes, forget about it. And wait, I almost forgot, Mosseltoff to Jacqueline!!! Can't wait to see the little Bambino. Not sure yet if its a little Bubula or a Tatala, whichever, a welcome joy and addition to the show, no doubt. I hope Bravo extends you Girls contracts for many years to come and offers Danielle a huge settlement to get her off the show or gives her a show of her own, but she's not happy there, she's obviously out of her element and you girls are not her kind of people, I'm sorry. But it seems impossible to me for her to continue to come between Jacqueline and the Family, there, I said it. She is possessive and obsessive, controlling and passive aggressive and the way she talked to Jacqueline at the restaurant in front of Teresa, it was obvious, she accused Jacqueline of lying and knowing about it and covering for Dina, but she adored Jacqueline, 'cause she knew Jacqueline was her girl, what kind of controlling crazy talk was that?!!!
I would've just said; “Check, please”! And gotten myself out of there in a New York minute.
- 06/12/2009 - 7:30pm
- Denise
Dina,
Hello...I wanted to let you know I really never do this blog stuff so you'll be my first blog.
FYI..you know you have a great life and for you to let someone get to you like Danielle is wrong. Easier said then done "IGNORE HER". She doesn't define you and is not apart of your everyday life. Best of luck.
- 06/12/2009 - 6:24pm
- Amy S.
Dina, Love watching you, Jacqueline, Caroline, and Teresa on the show. I felt for you with Lexi leaving. My oldest son just turned 14yrs. old June 9th and I am very protective when he goes out.As for Danielle,she only wishes she could be as classy as the four of you are. You seem like a very caring person and you are a wonderful mother to Lexi. Looking forward to more from the NJ Housewives. Have a fun summer.
- 06/12/2009 - 5:44pm
- ReeZee from NJ
I love your show and you! Don't let Danielle get to you; she's not worth the trouble. I do have one question - why don't we ever see your husband? The husbands of the other wives are on occasionally, but not yours. I've watched all the shows, even the reruns. I thought I may have missed him but I don't think so. Is he camera shy?
- 06/12/2009 - 5:43pm
- Charli
Dina,
You are def my favorite on this series of Housewives. You and your sister don't take bs and tell it like it is and i love every moment of it. Danielle is a psycho and i honestly don't blame anyone for not wanting to be her friend. You live a beautiful life and your daughter is a real treat to watch...you are absolutely right, the apple doesn't fall far from the tree. Keep doing you, because I love it.
-Charli
- 06/12/2009 - 4:25pm
- Viewer
OMG, that cat is the most disgusting looking creature I've ever seen.
- 06/12/2009 - 3:22pm
- Viewer
Seems rediculous...only 10 shows in a season. That season went quicker than ???? Very disappointing that we get a glimpse of the drams, then it's over. BUMMER!!
- 06/12/2009 - 3:06pm
- Viewer
Hey Dina - Love the show! And I also love the goblets that you drinkg water and/or iced tea from when you are at home at the kitchen table. Where did you get them??
- 06/12/2009 - 2:32pm
- Texas Gal
Dina,
You are my favorite of the Jersey girls, and although you are sick of the drama, it does make for good TV fodder.
Wanna be friends? I swear I am the TEXAS version of you sans the money LMAO! If you ever visit Texas give a shout, we would have a blast. As they say in Texas "save a horse, ride a cowboy."
Ciao
- 06/12/2009 - 1:46pm
- Laura
Dina,
You are amazing. I love your family. I think it's great how honest you are on the show "...literally the scale is up 10 pounds." That's such an issue with me and my sisters so it was a good realization that it happens to EVERYONE!
I think it's sad that Danielle feels the need to constantly bring you into her drama-filled situations. You don't show too much concern for her through the show and through your blogs. It's terrible how she always feels the need to bring you up with Jacqueline.
Oh well, some people don't learn. I love your sense of humor and your relationship with Lexi. It's sweet. You can tell she absolutely adores you and it doesn't look like you spoil her too much!
Love you, Caroline, Jacqueline and Teresa. Keep at it girls! Hope to see more seasons from you four!
- 06/12/2009 - 1:43pm
- Careth
You are an amazing mother and a beautiful person!!! Lexi sure is a good girl, good work Mama!! Im curious, where do you all get those amazing cross necklaces I have seen you all wearing?!?! Thanks!
- 06/12/2009 - 12:54pm
- Senait
Dina,
You seem like the most FUN, OUTGOING, BESTFRIEND/MOM type of person. I love everyone except Danielle on the show(she seems to weird for me). I love the fact you and your daughter have a very close and special relationship. You remind me of my mom and my relationship.LOVE YA MUCH
- 06/12/2009 - 11:46am
- annette
Hey Dina,
I love the way you put family first and defend what you feel is right.
I have said this to all the ladies, I love you all, (except Danielle) but they need one real b***tch on the show to make it more interesting..LOL!!
Hope to see you all in Season 2??
Take care God Bless and I am so happy for all of you and the families
- 06/12/2009 - 11:09am
- SpecialK
Dina! Love the show especially you! You are a great mother & wife and businesswoman. Absolutely Love your style(Clothes and Jewelry). By the way where do you shop for your necklaces especially the peace sign with crystals. You have great taste and style. Tell the "haters" to not hate the player hate the game. Go Team Dina.
- 06/12/2009 - 11:07am
- SHERRY
Hi Dina,
You are so beautiful and talented! I just love the whole nj crew..Everyone seems so real and its awesome you put family first....
I wish nothing but the best for you and your family!
Any chance of seeing your husband on the show ever?
take care sherry
- 06/12/2009 - 11:04am
- Viewer
You are definitely not what Daniele makes you out to be you seem like a very nice person and i totally agree with everything you say about Daniele! By the way i love the show!
- 06/12/2009 - 10:43am
- nicole
Dina,
I love,love,love you girls. You guys are a blast to watch and are so funny. I love how close you and your sister are. I think your doing a great job, keep it up and kick Danielle's old ass
- 06/12/2009 - 10:02am
- formerNJ
Dina, You are my favorite NJ housewife, but can I ask a question? Why don't we ever see your husband on the show?
- 06/12/2009 - 9:35am
- Fan of everyone EXCEPT Danielle
What a great episode! What a great blog! Finally a fun show with No tension! It was great to watch the weekend getaway and it made me feel like I was a part and relaxed as well.
Get a hint Bravo!! We don't need a emotional trainwreck in a show to make it worth watching.
You girls are great and I'm glad we got to see the love of friends and family in your life.
- 06/12/2009 - 9:12am
- Randy
Dina, I love your whole family (and that includes Teresa bc I can tell she is really like family). Every week I watch with my daughters. I just re-watched your wedding show as well and let me tell you, Tommy and Chris appear to be much the same. A lot of charm there! Tell Jacqueline to hang in there with Ashley and don't listen to the haters. The photo shoot hit a nerve with me, so many times I have gone out of my way to do something for my teenagers only to get a lukewarm response. Such is life, they will work through this tough time. Congratulations on the new addition to your family.
- 06/12/2009 - 2:24am
- AMERS
Has anyone ever told you that you look like Denise Richards? It is actually pretty creepy!! Thought I would post that!!
- 06/12/2009 - 12:04am
- NJ Nancy in CALi
I love you guys ..I commend you Dina for trying to forward yourself and your career and not just resting on your tookas because you married well(good woman) But I commend you more for now making the decision to commit your time and energy to Lexi!! I want a husband like yours or Theresa's.. Keep the faith for a NJ girl in the Cali desert!! God Bless
- 06/11/2009 - 11:47pm
- Liz Johnson
You are hillarious. I love watching you with your family and Teresa. I love the closeness you have with your sister and sister in law. You are such a down to earth person. I loved that you were doing this show. I watched the show when they filmed your wedding and it was awesome. Keep up everything your doing.
- 06/11/2009 - 10:58pm
- Penelope/Tampa, FL
I absolutely love you! I think you are a great mom and are never afraid to speak your mind!
You are a strong, independent woman and I hope to see another season next year! Take care and much love!
~Penelope, Tampa FL
- 06/11/2009 - 9:51pm
- Stephanie
Dina, you are gorgeous! Watching you and your daughter's antics has been so much fun.
P.S. Grandma Wrinkles in the ladybug outfit is the best!!
- 06/11/2009 - 9:35pm
- Kathleen
You are fabulously funny...Love the show. New Jersey ladies are the best of all. Deep down kind and loving, great strong moms, devoted wives...but with their share of real problems. This is real life. Congrats to Bravo...Hands down your BEST effort at "Real Housewives" Thanks to all the ladies of NJHW..each an inspiration in your own way.
- 06/11/2009 - 9:21pm
- Dana
Dina,
You are one of my favorite housewives.( I like your sister and Theresa also) I just want to say that I love the show. You are all real and true to your family. I love that. I also love your kitchen table with the roosters. My kitchen is all roosters.LOL
Take care and keep being the way you are..Danielle needs to lay off the botox.. her face looks plastic!
- 06/11/2009 - 8:55pm
- Jan
Dina: I love you and Caroline. I have sisters and we have so much fun together! Family is what it's all about when all is said and done. I also think Teresa is great, too. I love the New Jersey Housewives and am sad the season finale is next week. Please do more episodes!
- 06/11/2009 - 8:50pm
- Jo-Ann N.Y.
Dina, I think you are a beautiful lady. I love you on the show. I love your home and decorating. I wish we can meet your husband.Tell him to get over it and get on the show. His brother is on!!!!!!!!!!!!!
- 06/11/2009 - 8:31pm
- Housewife Junkie
Dina..where is TOMMY? I remember him from your fab wedding show, and he was a hoot. Would love to see him again.
Congrats to your family on the new baby, and to Teresa, Joe and her girls for the one they have on the way.
- 06/11/2009 - 7:43pm
- Matt
Dina,
When you and your friends were at Dinner in AC at "izakaya", what was up with the guy who reached in front of you and took something off the table? He didn't look like he was part of the staff by the shocked look on your face.
- 06/11/2009 - 7:31pm
- Dina
I love you because you remind me of myself! Is that vein? You like who you like and leave the BS behind. You love hard, and play hard and I respect that. You are raising a fab daughter so keep up the good work!!!!
- 06/11/2009 - 7:24pm
- Caroline
If you never say another thing on the show you've done a fabulous job is pointing out to your daughter that she shoudl not "buy" to fill a void!!! What words of wisdom!!!! You are a great mom and many many mothers shoudl try to teach their children that lesson! Good for you Dina!
- 06/11/2009 - 5:43pm
- Viewer
I am a brand new first time Mom and I have a question for Dina and Caroline: How do I make my kid as cute and sweet as yours? Caroline: I have a little boy and I just think Albie and Chris are completely darling-- so well mannered, nice, good boys--just a joy to watch. How did you do it? Also, you and Dina have such great relationships with your kids-- any tips for me?
- 06/11/2009 - 5:39pm
- Nikki
Dina,
I thoroughly enjoyed last night's episode! I have to say that you are one of my fav's! I think your relationship with Lexi is so touching. You guys are very lucky to have each other.
That aweful Danielle is definately riding the Crazy Train. You're right to be wary of her. She seems very envious of you and strikes me as somene who is 'not well.' I don't have to tell you to never let your guard down with that one. :) That's what sisters are for & you have a great one!I want you to know that I am a Military spouse. My husband is often deployed. I have three wonderful children, one of whom, my precious Christopher has autism & type 1 diabetes. The nearest family is 400 miles away. Our family is committed to serving this country and we adore or military community. Sometimes it's not easy though, and I really appreciate being able to sit once a week after the kids are in bed and laugh and enjoy watching you girls...it's a pleasant little break, so...Thank You.
PS Hope your sister-in-law sees the light soon!
- 06/11/2009 - 5:13pm
- Ashley
Dina,
Hang in there! Ya'll are so great and I love ya! I can't help but wonder what a conversation between us would be like (you being from Jersey and me from Tennessee). It would be a blast. Ya'll are by far, my favorite housewives. Have a great summer and enjoy your family!
- 06/11/2009 - 4:16pm
- Carole from Philly
Dina....OMG....I love it, "Shoe Whore". I actually bought my 22 year old a similar shirt. Hey, it's all about the accessories! I love watching the show and reading your blogs. I never thought I would be into a reality show. But you gals truly crack me up.
Congrats on the new nephew!
- 06/11/2009 - 4:15pm
- Viewer
I do believe you guys are the realest housewives of the series. Maybe because I most relate to a bit of most of you. Family comes first. No questions. I feel for you in your quest to be everything to everyone. Just remember, when God calls, you will not be questioning whether or not you spent enought time on your career. I have battled with this same decision for years, all the while raising my two children and have come to the realization I need to be there with my darlings. Heres to you making the right decisions for you. Take care and never doubt the decisions you make from your heart.
- 06/11/2009 - 4:03pm
- Marjorie
Hey Dina, I think you're great and I love to watch your interactions with your sister and your daughter.
I'm really enjoying the show and think you look fabulous (looks-wise and character-wise). Why is Danielle buggin on you so? If you don't want to like her, why does she care? She does seem to have an overblown sense of how much time you spend thinking about her. You seem pretty busy to me.
And good for you and Caroline for telling Jacqueline how you feel about her friendship with Danielle. As a watcher, I am trying to figure out what the positive aspect of it even is. Really, I know Jackie is soft-hearted, but she's not stupid -- but it doesn't even look like hanging out with Danielle is fun, so what's the point? But, I assume it's in the editing, maybe those girls have a great time together.
- 06/11/2009 - 3:04pm
- ICANTHEREU
Dina
Have to say your a piece of work...you start things, then deny you started anything..I don't know where I come from it's called lying and a shit starter..I do respect the relationship between you and your daughter and thats great...but..you need to learn how to play well with others.
- 06/11/2009 - 2:37pm
- Nicole
Dina,
You are a great mom and cat owner!
- 06/11/2009 - 2:09pm
- Alex
I so love you guys. You are definitely the most likeable housewives of all the series. Your kids are all normal and well-adjuested. Probably doesn't make for the most scandalous TV, but I still watch because you ladies are so funny. Love you, Jacqueline, Theresa and Caroline! Best of luck to all of you when the cameras turn off :-)
- 06/11/2009 - 1:44pm
- Melissa
Dina-
I will first say that you are a great mom and have a nice relationship with your family and daughter. But, if you want your daughter to have good social skills with friends...you need to cut out the drama and provoking people because it is very childish and I feel like I am back in high school when I watch you sometimes and it is annoying. Love the show!
- 06/11/2009 - 1:40pm
- Viewer
Dina,
I think you are very beautiful and tamara of the oc is soooo jealous of you.
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