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- Alex McCord
- Birthday Blowout
- Alex talks about her birthday surprise and Simon's outburst.
Know what I can’t believe? In the city that never sleeps, you cannot yet e-file partnership city tax returns. Federal and State can be filed at the touch of a button, yet I had to chase down first our accountant and later my husband today, in the pouring rain, for actual hard copy signatures on a piece of paper for our Big Apple taxes. Mayor Bloomberg, how can this not be organized yet?
And now the moment we’ve all been waiting for…the big fight in the car. Or was it? The moment it happened, I knew we were doomed. Both Simon and our driver were, after three phone calls and pulling over twice to try to solve the problem, very angry at Mr. X. This mysterious Mr. X was convinced that he knew best and didn’t want to listen to either Simon or our driver. Finally, Simon (and the driver as well) blew a fuse. I had my head in my hands because I knew exactly what it was going to look like on TV. It actually had nothing to do with me and if roles were reversed I’d have been just as angry. Mr X. still owes Simon an apology and it hasn’t come through.
That said, let’s talk about the amazing parts of my birthday. I had had literally THE WORST DAY at work. By the time I walked out of the building to be picked up, I was shaking in frustration. It was great to be able to jump into a car without having to see anyone yet – I was able to decompress and get into a more celebratory mood, which was only made better by seeing Simon on the side of 5th Avenue with roses. Side note – this is, I think, the second time since we were married that Simon has given me flowers, so this was very special. Things just got better. We usually go into the Fragments store where Ray Griffiths' jewelry is sold, so I had forgotten that his studio and workspace is right around the corner from Simon’s office. Once we went into the building I had an inkling, and was very pleased to find Ray waiting for us with champagne! We had a fabulous time looking at all his new creations, and picked out an amazing pair of earrings which I wore out of the studio. When these two Aussies got together to plan a surprise the result was nothing less than spectacular.
- 05/14/2009 - 5:53pm
- Jen
As the mom of a 1 and 3 year old, I can understand the scenes with your children completely! I hesitate to take my kids to the supermarket! I love that you let them just be kids and think they are wonderful little boys!
- 05/14/2009 - 6:44am
- lindarella
I was shocked by the anger that Simon showed in the cab on your birthday. I felt like he ruined your evening with his awful temper. Get that under control Simon, it's not pretty. It scared me to think what you might be like with the cameras off.
- 05/11/2009 - 3:30pm
- Jannie B
Alex, I think you are a very talented artist. You did a very beautiful job with Bethanny's ad for "Skinny Girls" margueritas. Surely companies are clamoring for you to work for them? Have you gotten more of this type of work since that show aired?
- 05/06/2009 - 11:34pm
- Piggy L
ALEX'S EARRINGS SHE GOT FOR HER BIRTHDAY IN SEASON 2 SHE WAS WEARING IN SEASON 1!!!!!!!!!! WHY DID SIMON LIE AND TAKE HER TO A JEWLER AND BUY HER EARRINGS THAT SHE ALREADY HAD. SEEMS TO ME THAT THEY JUST WANTED TO SHOW THEY COULD BUY NICE THINGS FOR EACH OTHER WHEN THEY CLEARLY DIDNT HAVE THE MONEY.
- 05/03/2009 - 5:37pm
- K-ten
You've grown on me this season, and you're one of my favorites. This season doesn't depict you and Simon around each other as much, either that or you designing Bethenny's logo shows more of what you do for a living, and that's more interesting than seeing you bring your husband to a girls night out! Or maybe I've gotten used to it since you still go shopping together.
- 04/23/2009 - 3:09pm
- Toni
Alex your expressions in the car were painful to witness. I felt for you...what is up with Simon's anger? Definitely frightening. I can't watch that scene once more because you didn't deserve that. Simon appears to be another of your sons. Perhaps all three might grow up together? You are being held back by him.
- 04/23/2009 - 7:47am
- Viewer
I am so glad to see people really giving you the credit that you and Simon deserve. I liked you last year and thought that some of the other Housewives were very judgemental. You seem very strong and capable. You don't engage in mean spirited gossip. If you have something to say, you will say it to their face. You stand up for yourself and your family in a composed articulate way. You have class and poise. Much success to you and your family.
- 04/23/2009 - 2:11am
- Lisa M
Alex, I wanted to say I think you're fabulous. I think that you handle yourself with class and dignity and I think your marriage is amazing. You're so candid on the show and a genuine person. I was appalled at how Simon had been treated at the "girls night out" dinner party during the first season, and I thought how he has been nothing but respectful to everyone he meets. To be met with such blatant disrespect literally made me break out in a sweat. I'd have been all over her and had I been the host would've asked her to leave for such inappropriate behavior. I just wanted to applaud you for being such a lovely person, inside and out. And I sincerely hope the show continues as I want nothing more than to see that house completed!!
Great Blessings to you and your family!
Lisa
- 04/22/2009 - 11:03pm
- New Viewer
As a very new viewer, I think you are the classiest lady on the show. Jill is the runner up. She does get on my nerves with her narcissism but she isn't as catty as the others. 'The Countess' tries to have class, but she uses her title to obnoxious annoyance, ...excuse me, this is America. YOU, are the one with the class and they could all learn something from your demeanor. Best wishes to you and your family!
- 04/22/2009 - 10:41pm
- karen
Alex,
We love you and Simon. You are a great couple. I like the way you hang out with the boys and you show the viewers that you really care about spending time with your family. Family is everything! By the way I am sorry to here about your job.
- 04/22/2009 - 8:55pm
- Peggy
Alex,
I didn't like you at first, but you have really come around. I think you are very genuine, kind person and a good friend to have. Your also a very talented artist.
- 04/22/2009 - 8:40pm
- Artemis
Alex, I agree with all the positive comments about you. You have an amazing relationship with your husband and children. You are very gentile, intelligent and mindful of the moment. You stand out in the show because both you and Simon are not about negative comments and discord.
- 04/22/2009 - 8:24pm
- Carole
I want to meet a person like Simon Love you both your real honest and both loving people. At 65 it's truly hard to find a man as you have Alex God love you.
- 04/22/2009 - 5:34pm
- TVannie
Dear Alex,
When I'm wrong, I admit it. I was wrong in writing to you to criticize you and Simon. After watching the past few episodes of your show, I now realize that you and Simon are fine.
It's Mario that needs a complete personality overhaul.
Good luck with everything.
TVannie
- 04/22/2009 - 5:11pm
- Viewer
Alex,
you are by far my favourite, and the one with the most class. I am so happy to see you and your husdand spending time with your children, and how well you interact with them. You are very considerate of eachother....I watch the show because of you two. The others are just plain phony!
- 04/22/2009 - 4:15pm
- Melissa Pinilla
Alex ~ I think you are amazing! I know that shows like RHoNY are edited to make "characters" out of the people on them. Last season I didn't like the way the show made you and Simon look. This season I'm seeing more of who you really are. My husband and I are a lot like you and Simon and people don't get how we want to always be together either.
I think you are an amazing woman and wish all the best for you. I went over to look at your family website and saw you were recently laid off. I'm so sorry to hear about that. No dates were given; keep being positive and you will land an amazing opportunity!!
- 04/22/2009 - 1:30pm
- Gloria
Alex,
I think that you and Simone are soulmates that share a very special bond that has been reincarnated by your off springs. You two keep being very loving parents (as if the world needs less of them), and pay no one no mind to the haters because love is love and as long as you two love your creator, your children and yourselfs then nothing and nobody else matters.Gloria in Atlanta
- 04/22/2009 - 12:33pm
- Karen
Alex, sharing your birthday with your husband of course was special,but sharing your birthday with your children is really special.Money could'nt buy that special moment.You and Simon keep being the best parents you can be, don't let negetivity get in your way.
- 04/22/2009 - 12:11pm
- Viewer
Hi Alex,
I've always been a fan of yours, and this season i've come to adore you and simon as a couple. you two are far more classy than Ramona & Mario. However, Simon is fast becoming the husband whom you wish would just sit there and look pretty. Even though a man can never really win an altercation with a woman, it also doesnt help that the man will always turn out looking like a CAD! i.e, ramona and simon, mario & jill......
- 04/22/2009 - 11:40am
- Doris
Hi Alex, I like you and Simon becaues you both look happy together. It is hard to find your soul mate in life very little pepole do. I also am lucky to have found mine. Alex the only thing I see wrong is the way your boys behave they dont seem to act well in public, being a mother of two wonderful boys my self I dont have much to offer them when we go out but they never act crazy they understand and are always on there best behavior. I always thought pepole with money would know how to rasie their kids proper. Kids will be kids you should try a time out when they act crazy,they are both handsome little boys and seem to be smart.
- 04/22/2009 - 10:47am
- Michele
Your marriage is so much like mine. My husband and I are each others best friend. We do not like to go any where without each other. We enjoy each other that much. My friends and co-workers have criticized me and think I have no life. I believe they have something missing in their lives and are jelious of my relationship. I take it with a grain of thought. I hope you and Simon have a long and happy marriage, oh, and yes your boys will slow down when they get older. My boys have. They are 18 and 17 now. They grow up so fast. Take care
- 04/22/2009 - 10:32am
- Viewer
Alex, would love to see you doing a talk show--I saw you in
a group discussion on another television show and thought you were very good. I think everyone was envious watching you decorate for halloween with your family--so nice to see.
- 04/22/2009 - 9:33am
- Stephanie
Alex, I must concur that Jill was unfair in her comparison of your children and Kelly's. I have 4 children - two little boys and two girls. Mothers of only girls (like Jill) don't have a clue what it is like to try and ask a pre-school aged boy to sit still. Boys are simply filled with the wiggles and there is no way around it. It doesn't mean they are ill-behaved, it means they are boys. My girls, on the other hand, could (and do) sit still and behave. Because they are girls. Not because they have been "better parented" - all 4 have the same parents. You are doing a great job with your boys - they seem lively, inquisitive and very loving. And you and Simon are certainly more plugged in than some of the other parents I've seen on the show. :-)
- 04/22/2009 - 4:36am
- LaCracha Cherry
Hey Alex, I have too lost my job, and your so strong at times and such a real lady at the same time. I hope that you handle this well. Your husband is a great part of your life, and he's gonna make this easy for you. Good luck. Your just so smart
- 04/22/2009 - 2:23am
- Cassandra
Hi Alex, You and your husband have such a great relationship and it was nice to see how excited you were to spend time with your children on your birthday. I think it's so rare to see a man be so thoughtful towards his wife that nobody knows what to make of it. We need more husbands to follow Simon's lead!
On another note, I'm confused about your house. Why don't you hire a bunch of workers to get it finished?
- 04/22/2009 - 1:23am
- Viewer
Alex, I have NEVER "blogged" in my life, but as a new viewer to the show I must tell you that I find your realtionship with your husband quite charming. And you have such grace, beauty and restraint in the throes of incredibly rude castmates. I am not a mother, but I do have a toddler nephew and, believe me, your children's behaviour is FINE! Come on, they are being young BOYS - they just have a lot of energy. I would rather you accept them then stifle their spirits and send them to therapy for 20 of their adult years.
You are quietly beautiful, intelligent and appreciative. My God, one of the other castmates recived an expensive SUV for her birthday and within two minutes found a complaint to rattle off to the giver, her poor husband.
Best to you and your husband...
- 04/22/2009 - 12:52am
- big fan
Dear Alex & Simon,
I really wasn't a fan of the two of you in the begining, but NOW I Love you and Simon. You two are quite the couple. Keep Love Alive in what ever fashion or style you so desire!!!
- 04/22/2009 - 12:06am
- K
Alex and Simon,
When the show shows you with your sons it is nice to see how real you can be. Children of that age don't care how much money you have or what social circles you are in. You can learn alot from your children about what is really important in life.
- 04/21/2009 - 11:02pm
- Viewer
Alex,
Love you and Simon, love your quirkiness and fearlessness to just be yourselves. You are genuine about what you love and have a great relationship with your husband. Of all the couples on this show, I'd want to be introduced you both.
- 04/21/2009 - 10:33pm
- arizonahousewife
The first thing I would like to say, Alex I think you are the most real of the Real Housewives. Your relationship with your husband is beautiful. I have a husband that is just as amazing. We have been married for 25yrs. and it seems like yesterday we were just married. The second is I think the show has graduated to an infomercial. Everyone has a new venture or business they are exploiting. Enough already, lets get back to The Real Housewives and their families and leave the infomercials to late night TV.
- 04/21/2009 - 8:55pm
- Viewer
Alex, last season, I was skeptical about you & Simon, but this season I find I like you both more & more-although I think that you both spend too much time "keeping up with the Jones" and worry that you are living above your means--I must say I admire the respect you have for one another, and the fact that you never stoop to the level of some of the other housewives--you are both always gracious.. It is very unfair of Jill to compare your boys behavior to Kellys' daugthers-as you said they are in 2 difficult age catagories. I loved how happy you & your family were celebrating your birthday together. that's worth more than the price of your earrings, but I am sure you know that-I wish you both the best, and I do hope we get a chance to see the completion of the renovations on your house
- 04/21/2009 - 8:20pm
- Ariana C.
Alex, You should be proud of your boys. They behave age appropriately. Only people who have never been around young boys, would be critical of them and you. As a foster mother I can assure you that your children are awesome. They clearly are loved and are also loving in their behavior. Unfortunately, I was not sure if it was Francois or Johan who tugged my heartstrings with "I love you, Mommy."
P.S. I'd give up on Ramona. Clearly her opinions change with her moods.
- 04/21/2009 - 7:43pm
- Viewer
okay i love jill. and alex & simon you two are great together forget ramona, what does she know anyway!!! and bettany your up top and whats her face{kelly who} is below you honey! ignore her.
- 04/21/2009 - 6:40pm
- Angela M.
Alex, I think that you have a beautiful soul and you are so calming and friendly. Your wonderful husband is lucky to have you. Stay on the show please.
- 04/21/2009 - 6:19pm
- maureen
You have lots of love in your life and that's a good thing- people might be jealous of this. I figured the scene with Simon was stage/edited/created for TF. He loves you so much that he was upset by the plan not going through as he planned. I have been there and empathized with him! Lastly, your writing is excellent. You have a gift, girl! Keep going.
- 04/21/2009 - 1:23pm
- Massimo
Alex, I think that you have taken a lot of heat and digs from cast and public since the start of the show. Though I originally may have agreed with some, I must say I have never once seen you lose composure or lower yourself to anyone else's standards. You (alone) maintain the high-road and it is commendable and can not be easy.
- 04/20/2009 - 6:21pm
- Vicki
HI,ALEX,
I AGREE WITH THE " VIEWER " WHO SAID " NO BIG EXPLANATION " IS NEEDED ABOUT THE ARGUMENT IN THE CAR. IT IS OBVIOUS THE EDITING IS DONE TO KEEP THE VIEWERS GUESSING AND TALKING ABOUT YOU AND SIMON.
MORE MARRIGES ARE NEEDED LIKE YOURE'S, SO DO NOT LET YOUR CASTMATE'S RAIN ON YOUR PARADE, ESPECIALLY RAMONA. SOMETIMES I COULD JUST SLAP HER. SHE MAKES MY SKIN CRAWL, AND SHE HAS NO DEPTH. SOUND FAMILIAR? LOL SHE ONLY HAS A LOUD MOUTH THAT SHE NEEDS TO BE TAPE UP SOMETIMES WITH KELLY'S.
YOUR BIRTHDAY WAS BEAUTIFUL, AS WAS THE GORGEOUS EARRINGS. SIMON JUST ADORES YOU. GOOD LUCK WITH YOUR JOB HUNTING, AND YOUR RENOVATION. ANY EMPLOYER WITH YOUR SKILLS WOULD BE LUCKY TO HAVE YOU.
FORGIVE THE CAPITAL LETTERS, BUT, THE COMMENT SECTION LETTERS IS SO SMALL, IT IS DIFFICULT TO READ. HAVE A GREAT WEEK.
- 04/20/2009 - 2:41pm
- Viewer
I 100% agree with you about comparing your boys to Kelly girls is not fair. I am the mother of four boys, including twins, and would never have been able to control them at a fancy dinner party. It's not a question of "good" or "bad", just temperment. I think the other ladies have selective memory and have forgotten how challenging toddlers truly are. Hang in there, I do feel like we don't get to see much of you and Simon this season which is too bad. I think you guys are great!
- 04/20/2009 - 2:04pm
- Kelli
Alex, It was so cute when You, Simon and your boys were all sitting around at your birthday party with Birthday Party hats on eating cupcakes...especially when one of your little boys, said "Mommy, I love you!" and you said "Ahhhh...Sweet Heart I Love you too!" Kodak Moment!!! So Sweet!! ;) Happy Birthday Alex! :)
P.S. Loved the earings Simon gave you for your Birthday!
- 04/20/2009 - 1:54pm
- Viewer
I am yet another person who was confused by you and Simon at first. I now find you both adorable and authentic. Can't wait to see the house when it is done.
- 04/20/2009 - 1:53pm
- Viewer
After 2 seasons of this show we are really getting to see what type of people everyone is.
It's funny because I really disliked you and Simon last season, but this season you have redeemed yourselves.
The more we get to see of the two of you, the more we see that you are good people, and loving parents.Unfortunately for people like Bethenny, the more we see of her, the more we dislike her! She has a black soul, and instead of criticizing you, she should maybe take some pointers from you!
- 04/20/2009 - 1:30pm
- Viewer
Hi Alex - Everyone want to be better and trying to reach as far as you can in life (whatever that means for you) are generally positive and healthy. But, I dont know what it is about you two - I'm not sure if it's the way you say it or the way you talk, your aspirations are such a turn off. Why is this important? Well, who knows, I might be someone you want to 'befriend' one day.
I don't know. It just rubs folks the wrong way, but I do love the way you two seem to love eachother...there's a very unique and strong bond between u & Simon. Gluck!
- 04/20/2009 - 10:50am
- Viewer
Alex,
You and your husband are by far the most intelligent, polite and humane people associated with this show.
How dare Jill take a gratuitous knock at your child-rearing. Totally out of line. Imagine if anyone criticized her daughter.
She and the "chef" can say anything about anyone but no one can do it to either of them.
I don't know how, or why you and Simon can stand these people.
- 04/20/2009 - 6:48am
- mjk
First of all i want to say that i think ou are simon are great and dont let all the negativity get you down
i do want to see that when simon was screaming in the car you had this look on your face that was scared at first it almost appeared lke you were afraid of simon but once they played the rest i understood why he was so upset
it is annoying to hear the other women put you both down almost as if you both are a long running joke to them
the heck with them thats how you have to look at it
You and simon are handling yourselves much better than last season and once this season is over i doubt the women will be able to tear you apart actutally both you and Luann are very quiet this season
i heard you lost your job i hope you find another one!
- 04/19/2009 - 4:23pm
- champagnewishes
Alex where is YOUR facebook page? I want to join. Last year I found you and Simon Bazarre, this year I still do, but am realizing that it is in a unique, harmless, and very likable way. You seem to have some depth to you that is missing in others. I hope I can track you down on facebook so I can keep up with you after the show.
- 04/19/2009 - 4:17pm
- Viewer
I love you. I am so happy to see people not be afraid to be real on tv. Good for you and Simon.
- 04/18/2009 - 9:02pm
- Sam
Maybe I am wrong, but the show and the other housewives seem to mis-represent you. The two of you have been patient, kind and gracious. Please keep up the good manners. The birthday incident.....everyone is human.
I hope the others will give you both a break.
- 04/18/2009 - 5:07pm
- hollianne
#1. Simon's anger was justified, he really wanted to surprise you and it wasn't going as planned, he felt it was being ruined by Mr. X. #2. Boys under 5 are more rowdy than girls, I know I have 5 boys & 3 girls, however, they didn't belong at the dinner party. When they misbehaved they should've been reprimanded and taken in another room talked to about how to act in public and made to apologize to the adults. You would've earned more respect from the others. #3. You don't need money or status,good honest character is the best quality anyone can have. Luv you both!!
- 04/17/2009 - 7:19pm
- austinite
What a sweet scene that was with you and your boys on your birthday. It was truly touching.
- 04/17/2009 - 5:52pm
- Anne from NJ
I really felt bad for you when Simon had a hissy fit at your birthday. He ruined any "surprise" for you.
Don't know How you stand him - he acts like a spoiled child!
- 04/17/2009 - 4:36pm
- Viewer
I agree with another person here, in that I also like the fact you & Simon are strange! Wasn't sure how I was going to like either of you, but you're both growing on me :>)
- 04/17/2009 - 3:28pm
- Ellen
This is the very first ever blog I am replying to. I adore you and Simon and your adorable boys. Your relationship with your husband is honest and loving and you are great parents. You a not phony people, you are real and that is what makes you two special. Simon keep up the good work by annoying the hell out of Ramona and her simple minded fool of a husband. These two people are egomanics who deserve each other. I cannot stand to even look at her or hear her knawing voice! Wish I could spend a day having lunch with you. Please do not let this reality show destroy the relationship that you two have together as other couples in other reality shows have.
Alex out of Orange County,New York City,Atlanta and now New Jersey housewives you are the most sincere and beautiful.I don't think that you and Simon get enough coverage on your reality show. It seems Jill and Ratty Ramona get all the time.
Best Wishes for you and yours.
- 04/17/2009 - 2:40pm
- Viewer
Alex
At the beginning of the show, not sure if I was going to like you and Simon, but as the show progresses I really like the both of you..stay positive we like that
- 04/17/2009 - 12:29pm
- envious
Alex, those earrings were STUNNING! What I would give if my hubby had it in him to just pull a durn flower out of the ground for me once in a while! LOL, seriously, you and Simon do have a wonderful relationship and I wish you two the very best!
- 04/17/2009 - 10:23am
- Julia
Hi Alex! You really do have so much class! It took me a while to warm up to you but I found that I appreciate your honesty about EVERYTHING on the show. You are a very wonderful person and Thank you for great tv viewing! Keep up the great work.
- 04/17/2009 - 9:40am
- Jennifer G.
Alex, as many have said your blog is always entertaining and I look forward to reading it each week. I absolutely agree with you in regard to your children's behavior last season. I have just one 3 year old and there is no way in the world she would sit still and quiet to look at purses or dine with mommy's friends. The ladies continual discusion about your children's behavior that one night is getting old, the boys were totally normal in my book.
- 04/17/2009 - 8:59am
- Cher
As always, Alex, your blog is very enjoyable to read. I've said it in a previous post and I'll say it again: if you publish that book you were mentioning I will certainly buy it. Even though I don't have kids and I don't live in the city, your writing style is just such a joy to read!
Jill's comments about your parenting skills were completely out of line. Your kids are at very energetic ages, so of course there are going to be meltdowns once in a while! That doesn't make you a bad parent. If your kids were the same ages as Kelly's girls and were running around screaming, then Jill's comment might have more merit. As it stands, I wouldn't pay it too much mind.
You are absolutely lovely and fun to watch. ^_^
- 04/17/2009 - 7:53am
- Viewer
Your blog's a joy to read. Much more so than that of the "professional writer" on the show. As for Simon's meltdown - I figured we were missing a big chunk of the action.
Love the earrings, girl. Gorgeous.
- 04/17/2009 - 5:56am
- Viewer
No big deal about Simon in the car. We all know by now that editing shows drama at it's worst. Nothing needs to be clarified. I have to say that I was happy to see you tell Ramona how rude she is last week. A few of these women are getting very full of themselves, and you do not seem to change ... good for you. As far as Kelly's girls, yes, I agree that an 8 and 10 year old will be more controlled than a 2 and 4 year old, however, it's hard to forget how you both sat there last season while a Jason's dinner was being stabbed, and Simon just remarked that Jason should understand as he had kids too. I'm your age and I'd still be grounded if I had pulled that at ANY age, whether it be 2, 3, 4 or 10! You at least have to admit that you both let your boys run out of control at that last party of last season. Anyway, I am happy for you that you enjoyed your birthday. It was very nice to see you sitting around a little table with your boys with hats on and enjoying cupcakes. Something real for once!
- 04/17/2009 - 12:46am
- Do what you have to
Man you and your husband have sure gotten a bad wrap. I find it amusing that all the house wife even as much as I love Jill and Bethenny can comment on you two being fake greedy hungry people......even if it's true is'nt that how they got where they are by marrying the rich, consorting and conspiring with the most popular, trying to fit in to the elegance and in with the fashionable. I think you guys present a more honest look at what it takes to climb the social lite tree of wealth. Anyway hats off to you! Continue being yourselves.
- 04/17/2009 - 12:25am
- Viewer
Alex & Simon - I have really grown to love you guys. You are a great couple that loves each other dearly. Simon, you are a perfectionist. Please try to relax. Screw Ramona & Mario (he's an a**). Alex, you have true class.
- 04/16/2009 - 10:31pm
- NashvilleFan
Alex and Simon:
I would never watch this show if you two were not on it.
- 04/16/2009 - 10:26pm
- Nashville Fan
Alex,
I think you and Bethany are the best, down to earth girls on the show, without a doubt my favorites.
- 04/16/2009 - 9:28pm
- patty
Alex,
Usually you and Simon rub me the wrong way but the last show at the party Simon put Ramona in her place. I forgot about the whole Playboy Bunny kiss on the lips. Hey if you posed nude so be it. You have the body. Ramona was totally thrown I loved it. You are so graceful in such bad situations and let's face it you have been in alot of bad situations.
Can't wait to see next season.
- 04/16/2009 - 9:26pm
- Viewer
Keep up the good parenting!
I like the fact that you and Simon are a little strange. I think you actually reflect "Real" americans.
- 04/16/2009 - 8:59pm
- zach
I am really tired of u all getting all the knocks in the show, and am appalled at Jill's and others' treatment of ur renovation.
It's just so common, tacky, bad breeding, tasteless, offensive to talk about someone's house/money, etc, especially negatively.
In a past week's episode, Jill gives the sage advice that the moldings in ur house may just be junk because the big money was building houses on Park Avenue. Again, appalling, historic preservation knows no boundaries based on the amount of money spent on a home initially. It shows just an absolute lack of education, knowledge, breeding again...(how do u get away from such an illustrious Long Island upbringing, ah! that's right, by spending money).
Please sit Simon down and chill him out some; like u both, hope all goes well, and no matter they say, u have great children too.
- 04/16/2009 - 8:54pm
- Viewer
TEAM ALEX!
- 04/16/2009 - 8:33pm
- Viewer
Alex, please stop summarizing the episodes (we saw it already) and simply go straight to your opinions, OK? I hate to be blunt but no one cares about your keyboard glitches or taxes that need to be filed. You seem to gloss over important issues such as Simon's outburst in the car. Regardless of what was shown & what was edited, it doesn't really matter. Simon's anger made viewers quite uncomfortable and the look on your face ("Oh no. Please, no. Not this, again.") made it even worse.
I like Simon. I've warmed up to him. He has great traits (can write extremely well, picks out great clothes for you & wears a sweat band like no other). But the anger scared me a little bit. A little bit...
- 04/16/2009 - 8:00pm
- R L
Alex,
I really like you. You are your own person, make no apologies, and it's nice to see someone so in love with their husband. People seem to really be bothered by you, but I've never quite figured out why. So, don't you waste any time on it!
- 04/16/2009 - 7:20pm
- Debbie
Alex,
I am very curious about one thing that I noticed today when watching a season one episode of of "The Real Housewives of New York". I was watching the episode where Jill had her "Girls' Night Out" dinner party and during the dinner party I noticed that you were wearing a pair of earrings that look EXACTLY like the gift that Simon bought you for your birthday in last night's episode entitled "Wife in the Fast Lane". What's going on with that?
- 04/16/2009 - 4:12pm
- chloe
Oh for heaven's sake now people are saying Simon could be abusive because he cursed and yelled? People have to get a grip. Good for Simon! And Alex, good for you letting him have his fit and get it all out.
- 04/16/2009 - 4:11pm
- Ellie
Alex,
Girl you need to have your hair styled a long blunt cut
The old victoria beckham short in back long infront.
Think about it!!!!
- 04/16/2009 - 3:41pm
- Elle Young
I am so glad you addressed the absurdity of Jill's comparison of your boy's behavior and Kelly's girls! I was watching thinking the exact same thing and very frustrated; There simply is no comparison in behavior between those ages. Everyone on the cast seems to forget how young Francois and Johan are in any scenes where they may have been a little boisterous! Additionally, it is a far more effective and healthy parenting strategy to allow your children some freedom of expression and vocalization at times than constantly instructing them on how they must behave and undermining their actions and contributions, which appears to be Kelly's strategy. Children, like everyone else, need liberation regardless of age. I think you are doing a wonderful job with your boys and would love to read a book written by Simon on yourself on "Urban Parenting." A very novel approach, which I'm sure you will be able to shine much light upon!
- 04/16/2009 - 3:30pm
- LRF
Ok, most definitely, you guys are winning people over left and right--are you both a bit odd? Yes...no doubt about it....Is the Social Climbing attitude a bit overwhelming? Yes...no doubt about it....Are you kids a little bit overindulged (they are regularly covered in chocolate)? Yes...no doubt about it....Am I personally turned off a bit? Yes...again...no doubt..Now all that being said, I keep watching and seem to enjoy when you are both on the screen--Train wreck? Maybe. I do, however, have to agree with a post below--having been, at times in my life, in relationships with over bearing unreasonable men, the look on your face in that limo was oh, so familiar--so easy to read...you had been to that rodeo before etc....Now, whether or not this is a regular occurrence or whether or not Simon is capable of outright abuse, that is up to you to decide but please don't try to make light of it to those of us in the know...your mate was out of control...you were "anxious" about it---it was painfully uncomfortable to watch---my heart went out to you.
- 04/16/2009 - 2:12pm
- LW
Alex,
I hope you had a wonderful birthday. This is my first comment and I felt it would be appropriate to comment you first as I have done a 180 on my opinions of both you and Simon. I love the fact that you both speak your mind and share your truth with ANYONE on the show. What is shown during your and Simon's interviews is usually in line with what actually happened. I am amused by the individual interviews. They are almost always embelished to put that person in a favorable light. Very entertaining. I loved your descriptions of Mario and Ramona. Muppets!! Exactly! That are pompous asses. Love you both!
- 04/16/2009 - 1:35pm
- Viewer
Alex - You are the best of the rest!
The flowers and the kiss, after stepping out of the limo with Simon, was so romantic!
You have class, style, and professionalism that are light years ahead of the other NY H/Ws.In last week’s episode, I loved the outfits that you wore: the fuchsia blouse at the restaurant and the black jacket/palazzo outfit, and great handbag at the B's condo. What designers did you wear? Loved everthing! Simply A-list.
- 04/16/2009 - 1:11pm
- Amy Galley
Hi Alex,
When I first watched the show, I have to admit I was not fond of you and Simon. However, I started watching the show from the start and then I have grown to love you two! My husband is also German and we have a different way of thinking. I think you are doing a great job with your children and keep up the good work.
- 04/16/2009 - 12:57pm
- Otoe & Proud
Alex and Simon, I hope this makes it in, I written three time to A & S You two are the best. How many married people exspecially married women; complain that the other half doesn't spend time with them. Well, hell that most of all the divorce reason, time and money. You two should be very proud; because a man does like to spend time with his wife, not a obligation. People, have you every concerned that Alex and Simon are best of friends and also happily married. I'm sure if you were with your girlfriends you would be shopping, going to jewelry store, eating out together, going to parties like best friends do.. Lay off this couple that knows how to be married, parents and best friends all in one. A & S, you are my fav's., out of all these Double standard women. Thank you for showing a side most married couple should take example by.
By the way countless, you are a true Apple, (white on the inside and red on the outside), to the Indians of this country. CountLess, you need to remember your Indian background past and your relative that died for you on the Indian American Lands. Having a foreign so-called who cares title. Remember foreigners who brought over foreign diseases starting with the Mayflower, killed your people, and then the taking of your lands. And your more proud of being a countless with a foreigner, please stops saying you a poor Native American, that made it, and if you were proud, its just Indian, not Native American. Learn your true identity, not one brought with money or a fake marriage.
Sorry, Alex and Simon, for taking up your time amd space on that C-less comment. You two are great, and need your own show. Simon, I would like to see you running your hotel in a show. I worked for a hotel for years and never a boring moment, and a job I looked forward to because of a never boring day at the office. Thanks
- 04/16/2009 - 12:56pm
- Viewer
When Simon came undone in the limo....my husband looked at me and said he would have done the same thing. He could feel how upset Simon was and how all that planning just went down the drain. The more I watch the two of you the more I feel you are the most normal (in a good way) people on the show.
- 04/16/2009 - 12:45pm
- becke
Alex I believe your children will grow to be very respectable well behavied young men.
I think the reason America likes you and simon is that aside from the b'day incident you two seem are so patient and all the he said she said is like water off a ducks back to you both. You two just do what you do best be yourselves. I loved the pool in the back yard by the way, hey beat the heat. Again seeing people be themselves is the reason we wacth the shows, if we wanted to see people being someone other than who they are we would watch a movie.
- 04/16/2009 - 12:23pm
- juanita
Alex, I can't wait for the remodeling to be finished! I'm glad that you left the original molding as it gives charater to the home. As Simon said you take some advice from others and then make your own decisions. Jill was too hasty with her comments about the remolding it is your decision and your place and taste not hers.
- 04/16/2009 - 12:22pm
- Viewer
I LOVE YOU GUYS!! you are the best in the show
- 04/16/2009 - 12:14pm
- juanita
Alex and Simon I absolutely love you guys and your relationship with each other. Every couple should be that attentive and loving toward eath other. Simon is a true sport and a classy intelligent man. He leaves Mario in the dust! Continue not caring about what Ramona and Mario have to say about you guys you guys are awesome.
- 04/16/2009 - 12:11pm
- Viewer
Alex (& Simon), I love you guys, you are pretty much the only reason i watch the show anymore! i thought it was very uncool of jill to compare kellys girls to your boys. i have 2 small children (1 boy and 1 girl) and i know that kids their age can be very unpredictable!!! it does not make sense to compare older children to young children on the behavioral scale. i used to like bethenny but i thought what she did to you with the logo was very unfair and it wasted your time. i look forward to next week!
- 04/16/2009 - 11:57am
- LoveRan
Alex
You are Simon are great. I have three children, all one year apart from each other and all under 5. They are very well-behaved and mannerly but certainly have had their moments - particularly late at night or with crowds (not to mention all the TV cameras and crew you likely had around you). You and Simon are doing a great job parenting, worry not about what others say. That was an unneccessary dig and Jill came across as petty.I felt bad for you in the car home to your party with the boys. I get that Simon was frustrated but this was your day, not his, and he should have kept his cool. You looked exhausted and embarrassed and I felt sorry that this happened on your birthday.
Enjoy your lovely family and keep classy. Your blogs are excellent too, well written, humorous and down to earth.
- 04/16/2009 - 11:55am
- Lisa
Hi Alex,
I just wanted to let you know that I really like the job blog you're doing on the huffington post, especially the one you posted yesterday. You write really well and in a way that makes the annoyances in everyone's day to day life much more relatable, especially the bit about having a boss or coworker one doesn't like! I really enjoyed that, keep up the good work!
- 04/16/2009 - 11:24am
- Pat
Alex, I too have a relationship with my husband like you and Simon have. My husband has 5 children and I have one. My husband spend every available free moment with each other. We go everywhere together, and yet if we want time away from each other that is fine too, however we prefer being together because we have a real love. The kind of love others dont understand. The kind of love that is in fairytales. You should be proud of what you have. As for your boys, they are just that boys. We have 5. Caos and boys go together. They are children so let them be children, we are all forced to grow up way before our time. Let them be the way you have raised them.
- 04/16/2009 - 10:59am
- ClaudiaL.
Alex, You will probably never read this! I took Jill's ridiculous jab at your children personally because I am also the mother of boys. My little ones are now 7 and almost 5. Jill has no idea because her one child happens to be a girl and a very calm, low energy girl I might add. I know you don't doubt yourselves as parents but I had to comment! Jill should try having two children in a row that are both boys before she judges anyone!
- 04/16/2009 - 10:35am
- Viewer
You and Simon are terrific!! Your love is an inspiration to us all.
- 04/16/2009 - 10:01am
- Viewer
Alex and Simon,
You are the only ones on the show that aren't promoting yourselves.The rest are either promoting books,jewelry,their store ect. Very boring to watch! You are real and show yourselves and not your business.You show love for one another and it is genuine.The other housewives have husbands thst are not very loving.
Keep it going!
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