Alex,
I really like you and Simon. You are educated, interesting, and interested and I find that compelling. My husband and I are really close and love being together. We are best friends, and I can't imagine not being with him when we go out. We don't see much of each other during the day, and we also have young boys so when we go out we want to be together. We have been married 14 years strong. I hope none of Ramona's antics get the better of you two and I hope you both just keep doing what you are doing and being true to yourselves.

Alex,
First of all, I want to tell you that I really like you and Simon. I agree with a comment Bethenny made on one of her blogs that you two "...have good hearts" (paraphrasing). Also, your blogs are enjoyable. It is nice to read the writings of someone who has a command of the English language.
Tell Simon he should not be concerned about Ramona's ridiculous opinion of him. She and Mario made asses of themselves when they attacked you and Simon regarding the photos of you. As you mentioned, it was none of their business, she is a hypocrite, and frankly, what in the world do photos of you have to do with them? Paleeeze! She needs to get over herself.

Alex,
You are not my favorite housewive, but I do like you. While Simon is slightly annoying, he is interesting as well. You just seem so nice and you never mean any harm. But gosh, it seems as though all you housewives care about is being in the higher society. Why? In the end, these things never matter. You honestly do come off as a wannabe, but besides that I can tell that you are a really nice person who is in a wonderful marriage.

Dear Alex,
I hope that you and your wonderful husband don't pay too much attention to Ramona. She truly has no tact. The way her husband verbally assaulted Jill tells me that those two belong together.
Good luck to your family.

You and the countess are the ones I like on the show because you hold yourselves well, and you don't fall for the ridiculous cattiness!

Wow, this just goes to show how a show can shape how you view someone, yet you dig a little deeper and find out so much more than what you're "allowed" to view on TV

This only the second Alex blog I've read (I read a snippet of Simon's on another site - very perceptive and funny), and I'm thoroughly impressed. Not to say that she didn't seem intelligent before, but the insight that she has provided is very enlightening. And the humor she obviously possesses is refreshing, too! ("...or else Jill showed up at her apartment and threatened to have Ginger clean her nostrils if she didn’t come to the meeting.")

I was already becoming more of a fan of her and Simon during this season (I've seen a lot of very "real" moments that they were involved in, i.e. the "I hate packing" scene), but their blogs just cement it. Go, Silex! I apologize for ever underestimating your team.

i think alex and simon are classy they really should have their own show

I felt so bad for you when I saw you in your blow up pool after watching Ramona and her husband in their REAL pool. Usually I just laugh and make fun of you with my boyfriend, but at this point we just felt really sorry for you and how you said you thought you were "privileged". Awww poor Alex.

I think you and Simon are so cool i really like that your husband stood up to Ramona I cannot stand her she is pathetic God Bless you guys!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I love the fact that you and Simon are the power couple on the show, your relationship shines compared to the others and you both are great as a team.
If I was your friend and you brought your husband to almost every event that you were invited to I would get irritated too. It is nice to fluff your husband's ego but not when it is time to hang out with your girls and include him.You should have a life outside of your husband.

Alex,
I think it's great to see a couple doing things together like you two do.. You and Bethenny are the best part of the show...

I have no idea why Alex and Simon are even on this show since they don't even live in the city. Living in Brooklyn is so much different than living in Manhattan and they are not even apart of the Hamptons crowd. They are such wannabes and don't even belong on this show.

I really like you and Simon and also Jill. I really believe Ramona is rude to you and your husband because you husband worships the ground that you walk on. He truly loves you and he is not too masculine to show it. I have been married to 2 "masculine" men and they were jerks. If I decide to get into a relationship again, it will be with someone who is not so masculine and can express himself emotionally. Ramona's marriage does not seem that solid. When her and her husband met for lunch, he was staring at some woman that passed by right in front of her which is rude. Simon has his eyes on you. And like I wrote to Jill, Here is to you and Simon! I wish you and your children the best and you have the relationship that most people wished they had. But my philosophy is learn from a couple like you not be jealous and avoid you like Ramona!

I just wanted to say that you and Simon are alright with me. People have their own opinions about you two and I think it's great that you don't let those negative comments affect your relationship with each other. Second, i think your boys are soooo adorable! Oh one more thing i think that a lot of the wives(Rameana)are jealous of the relationship you have with each other. I think you both really love to be together and alot of people wish they had that or wish their spouses could stand to be around them that much.

It great to see a couple enjoy each other and their children so much. Your living life to the fullest and having the time of your lives. You both have a great attitude when it come to the haters. Bravo ....Now a marriage I question is Roberta...theres something wrong there in my opinion.

Alex,

You and Simon are the most "down to earth" people on the show. I liked you guys from day one. I think you guys could fit in anywhere, whether it be helping out in a disaster, or rubbing elbows with the "rich and famous", which you seem to do a lot of.

Good luck, I enjoy watching you guys.

I love you guys!!!!

I was sent a link by a friend of mine to a TMZ video of you and Simon. In it Simon is trying to flip your dress up to reveal your panties to waiting paps. I applaud you for the way you handled yourself. Simon was obviously drunk and you were not. I felt awkward watching the video because it reminded me of something Jill said in one of the first episodes this season about Simon drinking too much. This was obviously one of those nights I hope that you took his a** home and put him to bed and then let him have it in the morning. Good luck with the job search. And don't let him bring you down

Alex, I personally think that you and Simone are the most real people of the show. I only advise you both to stay away from negative people. Stay away from the DRAMA because it can hurt you in the long run. I noticed that you both reside in Brooklyn, can I ask where in brooklyn?? I am from Williamsburg and I am happy that we have Brooklynites on the show.

Your lifestyle may not be one that I would enjoy, but you are true to who you are and what you want from life. Brava to you! I guess the real reality of life will hit now that you are layed off from your day to day job, and still have to be on this high end reality show!

Hi Alex,
I don't get the level of animosity some of the women have for each other. The show should be called "Frenemies". Do you recall that episode from Sex and the City? I believe you see the glass as both half full and half empty. Am I wrong about your personality. You are sweet, patient and loving. You match well with Simon because he is clingy. (All men should be that way). I don't get all the whining about him liking clothes. He lives in New York after all. I also like LuAnn for her maturity and grace. Keep enjoying your family, kids and all that the adventure "Housewives" brings your way.

Alex, of all the people in the group, you and Simon are the most "normal" to me. Both of you are warm, caring,intelligent and kind. Those attributes far outweigh who you "know", where you "go", and what you "wear". It is nice to see the balance that you and Simon show in your lives. It is cool that you love all the fashion and thrills of New York, but the example of kindness and love, you show your children is the life lesson they will appreciate the most.

Alex- I caught part of a rerun in which you talk about how you met Simon, and what you said to him on your wedding night. It is so sweet that I got a little choked up watching you get choked up. You continue to be so endearing, and you're a great writer too. Let's just hope Johan doesn't make off with any more of your laptop keys. Ha! Love it!

name drop much?

Dear Alex, I felt like this season you and your husband were the outcast of the group. I am sorry for that yet who needs to be put down at every turn. I think you are very nice. You have more character then the other women.
You seem to be more mature than Bethnay and Ramona. Bethnay you can understand she is not a mother, but Romona I think her daughter seems to be the mature one in that family.
I hope your renovation turns out beautiful and Jill eats her words. I was never impressed with Jill's place.
I live in Franklin Lakes, in May the new Housewives of New Jersey will be from Franklin Lakes, I only know of one. I have no clue as to who the others will be. I'm hoping they will be as interesting as you ladies are. We shall see.
The best to you and your family

I was never interested in the show until I watched you and Simon. I love your relationship with your husband and your kids. You guys are the most classy and educated out of everyone in the whole show. Ramona is jealous and crazy. Simon knows how to deal with her. Keep representing bklyn where the most classy people come from.

Alex,
Your blog is well-written and an amusing read. You seem to possess both intelligence and self-confidence, so perhaps give the viewers (and readers) a little more Alex, and a little less "Alex and Simon". YOU are the "Real Housewife" after all.

Alex, OH MY GOODNESS GIRL,,, you get a good bit of criticism about your marriage to Simon. I just have to tell you that from my point of view you have a beautiful family and a husband who adores you! What a wonderful world this would be if wives and husbands took their relationship seriously! I feel certain that you don't need me or anyone else to tell you that your marriage and family is an inspiration to most people whether they admit it or not,,,as I see it,,,you are truly blessed in more ways than one :o)

Hi Alex, I love the fact that you and Simon share so much. I much rather go shopping and to dinner with my husband over friends. Your relationship with each other and your children is refreshing. Stay true to yourselves. You two are grounded, and have more depth then Ramona. I do think she is the one that is shallow, and has a problem.

Alex,

I just wanted to say that even though I don't agree with everything regarding you and Simon I am so excited to see someone who can stand up there on camera and be so "real". The way you handle yourself in awkward situations is refreshing and inspiring. I appreciate your honesty and how you stand strong in your convictions! :-)

i love you guys. last season i was unsure but i think your relationship is wonderful and it seems genuinely happy.
and as for the other women, they are sometimes mean and their insecurity tends wash over their common sense.
i am too in love with a wonderful man, we live in Brooklyn, we work, we love art, we love music and our lives in New York. i really get the same sense from you guys. and i feel sorry for others that spend their time consumed with bad energy to themselves and each other.
good luck with the house repairs and the boys.

cheers!

I think you and Simon are absolutly WONDERFUL. I think any problems you both may have with the others os the jelousy of your relationship with each other. You both are still in honeymoon phase, which is great. I lovex5 how you both do everything together, you are best friends and lovers and are just "That close" The others do not show that side of themselves. As to your renovations, Kudos for staying in the house, sure you could have went to a hotel or rented a place, but you know what, you're not about spending your money on just anything. To me you both are sophisticated yet can carry on like some of us normal. less fortunate folks. And I have not heard anything about a Nanny, which you are probably the only ones who are raising your children or are deeply involved with your childrens lives, which to me, makes you fab parents. I watch the show for you both, bevause the others pick each other apart along with picking you and simon apart, but i have not seen either of you act the way that they act, whic of course makes you the better person(s). Needless to say YOU ROCK!!!!!

I LOVE YOU GUYS!!! You are a greta couple! Of course you should write a book on chil rearing. You are raising your children to be individuals, intellectuals, and thinkers...not clones socialized to the norm. Who wrote that book on education..about the boy who was raised with no restrictions? In the country? Maybe William James. I also am impressed with the authentic nature of your love and how much you like and enjoy each other!!!

I wasn't sure about you at first, Alex, but I've come to rather enjoy you. You seem to be the most normal "Housewife",which is why I usually enjoy watching you. Good luck getting those keys back! I know how little boys and toilets are. :-)

If you want to meet an honest-to-God housewife, I will be in Manhattan next week closing on a condo across from the Federal Reserve Bank. Meet a real woman without a make-up artist or hairdresser on retainer. Married 24.5 years with 3 children AND from the south. Good luck trying to out-cook me! No one turns down an invitation to my house and my cookies are legendary. Did I mention that I am also a grandmother?

Love you Alex...You're so elegant and authentic. Your marriage is so awesome and inspirational...You really honor each other. Tell everybody to lay off Kelly...She's replaced you guys being misunderstood this season.

If the heavens smile down on us, Johan will steal the "I" key from Simon's keyboard.

If you and your husban own the hotel move in there while
your remodling, would be safer for the boys and yiur sanity.. Love Jill...She is very helpful and your right just cause it not richy gem you fine who to say what you like, I like the moldings and would incorprate it in to my remolding...

You kinda remind me of Elizabeth Montgomery from Bewitched. Yah you kinda come across as a little needy, however editing does have ways to slant how you are shown. Wish you all the best, you're definitely seem like a nice lady.

I'm guessing you're a friend of Alex. When you sign on
to a blog to comment on other peoples opinions, words and
to check for what I'm guessing litter, check your own post. The only "little" I've read on here is your own post. Spell check would not have even caught that error.
I'm not betting any money on Harvard with you.

What patch of woods did they pull the two of you out of?
Go back to Hickvill Patch. NYC is going to eat you up
and spit you out.

Alex your blog is great! You and Simon are my favorite. you should have your own show.Love your boys!

can not stand Alex or Simon...to much a couple of wannabes

Alex,

The main thing I "like" about you is that you seem to be easy going and take things with a grain of salt.

The main thing I "dislike" about you is Simon always hanging around. I only like to see Simon when all of the other husbands are present/attending.

Great. You are Simon enjoy one anothers company. But the majority of the viewers don't like Simon trying to be one of the housewives. Simon obviously doesn't want you to be on camera unless he is on camera with you. What's with him.

Love it! I wish you and Simon had your own show.

you impress me more and more each week. you are the only one (including simon) who doesn't get into the drama and catty comments....

good luck with the job search....

Alex,

I love that you and Simon support small businesses and under-the-radar designers. I only wish more people would do the same. Although times are tough right now, they are not going to get any better unless people get out and spend $$$. I used to work in a thriving men's and women's boutique for over five years, and sadly I watched it slow down and eventually shut its doors last year. The owners had been in business for over twenty years, and it was one of the very few independent stores in the area. Small businesses are unique, charming, and intimate, and unless we continue to support them, we won't have many left. With that said, thank you to you and Simon for recognizing this and shopping!

So sorry to hear that you lost your job. I, too, am going through that at this time. I hope that you can, at least, enjoy your time at home with your adorable little boys. I worked when my 2 sons were little and I now wish I had been able to stay home with them more. The time/years flew by and now they are 18 and 23!! Good luck to you..

I like you Alex however Simon needs to step it down a notch. Why does he care if Ramona speaks to him. He tries to hard with people.You seem more down to earth at times than he does.As for Ramona yuck is all I have to say about her. Just try to keep it real and not worry about being in high society.

Alex you are a very, very classy lady. Tell Simon NOT to lower himself to the likes of Ramona. She is nothing but a fool. She is so far beneath him that it is not even funny.