You have grace and class. Did you have to get down and dirty with Jill Zarin?...Yes, of course you did, and I am so glad for it - obviously, you reached a boiling point where nothing else would have penetrated Jill Zarin...
Your blogs are very well written in that they capture the truth of what is actually happening on this reality show.
Judging by some of the negative comments about you on here...I can only assume these people don't really pay attention to the comments on the show, or they are supporting Jill Zarin regardless of how horrible her actions have been.
Alex, you have tons of fans because of how you have handled yourself - if there are times that you have 'lost it' (your temper)- surely, given the circumstances of dealing with people like Jill, no one can fault you.

Alex, I think you are amazing, I too am a Mother and have a similar situation to yours and Jills. I have watched you get upset and finally stand up for yourself with class and elegant firmness. You have taught me how to deal with my Jill. I really respect you and admire your relationship with Simon and your children, I think we could all take a page or two from your book and the world would be a happier place,
keep smiling
Tania

Alex,
Have you forgotten that Jill was the one who was so kind and helped you so much, in the beginning? Stop the Jill bashing, it does not suit you! I thought you were better than that!!!!! You are becoming a Mean Girl!!!

Romona was the one who talked continuously about you & your family! Go back and watch season 1 & 2 Romona making fun of you, insulting you and your family! It was not your place to get involved and have a go at Jill!

Alex: You and Ramona, thought not perfect, are the most REAL on RHoNY. The others are only there to promote themselves. Love you, Simon you and Ra.

Alex, I love you. You are by far my favourite housewife. I love the relationship you have with Simon. It reminds me very much of my husband and I. I too would take my husband to a girls night out, the difference is my friends would welcome him. The other ladies are just jealous of how close you are. I have to say I couldn’t be more proud of you. I have just finished watching the episode where you really gave it to Jill at the cocktail party. My blood was boiling watching Jill that whole episode and I just about jumped out of my seat when you started giving it to her. I even thought you were going to hit her when you walked away and then turned back (wow I would have loved to have seen that). I also want to say I love your boys (not that we see much of them) and the fact that you and Simon allow them to be kids and are not so uptight. All in all I just want you to know I love watching you and your family. I feel like I am watching my own family only you guys are about a million times richer than we are. Stay strong.

Alex, I am so proud of you for finally standing up for yourself. You are right on. Jill is furious because you will not let her walk all over you anymore. She has shown her true colors this year...at the photo shoot she even rolled her eyes disapprovingly at Gloria--her own mother--who I love--Jill this year did act like the mean girl from high school. I loved Jill in the beginning. Then, unfortunately, fame got to Jill and she became mean, vindictive. I love Bobby. I love you and Simon and sincerely hope Bravo brings you back on next season. Stick to your guns and do not let others put you down. Hugs, #1 Nana fm MD

Really Alex? You should not speak for Bethenny.... speak for yourself! You don't know how to be a friend. FYI Bethenny has been most critical of you and Ramona more than anyone else!!!!!!!!!! Review the tapes she has more negative one liners against the two of you and Simon than everyone combined! Maybe you just wanted the real bully on your side!

Alex
You "got" spirit.. glad to see you come out of your shell.
go girl..look forward to seeing you next season. Don't let Jill get you and Simon.. without all of you she would be nothing.

Just be yourself and don't allow that self to become defined by 'fighting against gossip'- it's a losing fight. You're a known entity, and people talk- even if they don't mean it as wickedly as you may perceive it. Some of it may even be unconscious jealousy or competition- this happens with people who are opposites- they don't always attract! Don't let small stuff make you spiteful or get off track with all the wonderful things you have going for you, or it will eat you up inside. The opening up and not being as repressed thing is fine, but don't direct it *all* into "here's the real story..etc.,etc."
Some people actually find the happy normal scenes of you and Simon and the kids just hanging out nice to watch- some people actually watch this show for the good parts! Not everyone gets off on back-biting and cattiness- not saying that is what you are up to- only that you don't want to become that in trying to fight against it.

Alex, You are one of my favorites on the show!!! You're great! And no matter what Jill had to say about your kids, You are a terrific mother!! And I love how you don't repress your children!

Alex, I cannot believe I am responding in a public forum like this but, hey, I see that you are an actual live being not just playing one on TV. I find your personality, whatever portion the bravo producers allow us to see, very entertaining and refreshing. You and Simon appear eclectic yet somehow very rational and down to earth. One could almost imagine you as without class distinction, which is part of the appeal.

Alex,
You were fabulous this season. Loved every minute. Now that I have a baby I even appreciate your parenting advice.
Great post.
Cheers!

Alex- i really think you are overly critical of Jill - you seem insecure and it seems to the viewer - often times - maybe most of the time - misinterpret what Jill is trying to convey. I don't know why that is. I think you should try think through it tho--- you were all over her like 'white on rice (ramona) when you needed a school for your kids. Speaking of kids -who i love and respect more than you know - I personally think are quite unruly. I'm all for 'free' upbringing - but your kids think they know more numbers than the rest of us.

YOU SO EASILY FORGOT?
ALEX! SO MUCH OF THIS TALK ABOUT JILL IN THE NEGATIVE...
MY DEAR, IS YOUR MEMORY FAILING YOU?
Jill & Bobby were the first people to be of real help to you & Simon in the very beginning of the show!
you were trying to rush up the 'social ladder' pushing to get to 'events' to be seen, etc.... get the kid in the 'right school'
has your memory just failed you or what?
Jill's been nothing but good to you!
HOW DARE YOU ALEX...

I look forward to next season to watch you an Simon face off with Jill.I do like her husband , but Jill makes my blood boil. If Jill gets her way and removes your family from the show,I will tune Brav out..
Larry from Pa.

I hear what you are saying...I do...

But, have to say, I don't see how Jill "attacked" your children when she jokingly spoke of how they climbed up a dinner guests legs, which was true and if anything, should have been more of an embarrassment rather then perceived as an attack.

I saw that scene and have to say, for a formal sit down dinner, it was unusual to see such young children climbing up the guests legs at the dinner table as they were obviously unattended and had free reign.

I guess I'm another well meaning moron! LOL

I will NOT watch the show if you aren't on it Alex, I LOVE YOU!!! You're honest, loyal and caring. You have a sincere heart. Jill, the know it all, is just awful.

Everything you said about her is spot on and I'm glad you stand up for yourself now!

Alex,

I think you are lovely. I hope you keep on the path of beauty and art. I will always be a great admirer. What do you think of Andy Cohen? Simon is great and so sexy. I think you are a good match. I hope the boys grow to be brilliant. Cyn

Alex, I LOOOOVE the new you! you are one of my favorites this season. Im glad you put LUANN and JILL in their places. Happy you are not tolerating that nonsense. as for Kelly everyone can see she is not mentally stable..and I think its irresponsible of any network to have her on a show. I HOPE YOU RETURN THIS SEASON

Seems to me the only mean girls I saw were you and Bethenny during the reunion. If you truly were above that- the harping and nitpicking and belittling wouldn't have occured to that extent! If Jill brings you down act like a grown mature woman and CLOSE THE BOOK. Do not engage the drama. If you are above it, act like it. Yet here you are devoting entire blogs to Jill and "fact" after "fact" of how many ways she is soooo terrible. Talk about keeping score. Pot, this is the kettle, you are black.

Alex, don't ever think when you were more reserved about calling people out, you were perceived as weak. Viewers could tell you were just above some of the others' more ridiculous behavior. You and Simon have always seeemed in control and sophisticated, and like very nice people. It's nice to get to know more about you. And your boys are so cute. Have a great summer.

People that are getting on Alex for not forgiving Jill, stop it. Yes, I think she should forgive her (for Alex's own piece of mind). BUT, you only have to forgive someone who appologizes and is sincere! Jill "appologized" to everyone all backhanded and snotty. You can't say "I'm sorry, but you did a, b, or c to me....." That's not right. I loved Jill so much last season, and know she just got caught up in the whole "high school" thing. Jill, please...just appologize to the women (without saying, "...but you did this to me") and then the ladies will forgive you and all will be right again in "NY TV-land". Love you all! Alex, they are right, stick up for yourself, but don't stoop to the mean girl level and say mean things to others. Keep on being you....and PS: you ARE beautiful! Some people are just haters!! I personally HATE Kelly, but she IS beautiful. I would never say she's ugly, just flippin' CRAZYYYYYY! Thanks....sorry to ramble on :) Kim

Alex, you are beautiful inside and out! Hooray for you to stand up for yourself and family. Although I would not have been a messenger, I completely understand and support you for doing so with Jill. I hope your friendship with Bethenny, Romana, and Sonja continues to grow into a healthy and lasting one! Kisses....you go girl!

Alex, I just loved how you didn't let Jill discount you. You come across as a caring, loyal and genuine friend. All qualities that Jill tries to present but misses every time.

Alex - do you regret telling Jill in front of EVERYONE that her relationship with Bethenny was over? I have to admit that I cringed just a little bit when you did that, it seemed like a mean thing to do to someone and I think much of her anger is directed at you for that single event. I understand Jill can stir things up and really does not act like a true friend to anyone, but calling her out in such a public way seems like a very low blow. Something I was surprised you did because you are usually very classy and nice. Anyway, I hope you have a wonderful next season, best of luck with the book and I hope you and Sonja become better friends. She is truly an amazing person who would be a true friend to you and be genuinely happy for all the success that is ahead for you and Simon.

I know that after these past few seasons you have some resentment built up towards Jill. Rightfully so, as any woman in your position would feel if someone put down your family.

This is something to consider. You've already stood up for yourself. Writing so frequently about Jill in your blog is just another way you're getting caught up in this negative cycle with her. Is she really that important? I hope not.

To Amanda Lynn: Was your response an example of what a bigger person should be like? Way to go hypocrite!

I am absolutely amazed my last post dd not make the cut reading some of these ,,, it was all complimentary to you, Alex, maybe you could ask who screens these if they still have it. I know you would have the balls for it to be posted.

Viewer1Millionand1 was my last post name

OK don't advertise your insecurities by begging the fans to write in to BRAVO! blogging on your side to keep you on the show. If you are worthy, you will be back. You might be the weakest link cuz you joined Bethenny's band wagon and Bethenny's fight against Jill as a way to boost your own position.
It is totally obvious, and unattractive.
Screams desperation.
Be true to yourself. Don't be a desperate housewife.

Thank you for exposing Jill- she is very, very good at the games she plays and she has a lot of money to afford to keep playing these sort of games. I hope Bravo can contend with the monster they have unwittingly unleashed.

When individuals use phrases similar to "I'm the bigger person" as part of thier responses here, it leads me to believe the negative comments R actually "plants" from (team jz). I think that this season for U & S was the best! Keep on keep'n on. Oh just as an aside I've pretty much given up trying to post here on Bravo as all season they've never reached the intended destination, I'm interested to see if this one gets there. I actually post regularly on "I Hate Jill Zarin"

Alex all I have to say is that you have this attitude that your something special and YOUR NOT!! You talk about being the bigger person. Being the bigger person is forgiving. Everyone is not perfect. People do make mistakes. You just came onto this show trying to put the spotlight on you. Acting like your a victim. Give me a break. You take a mole hill and make it a mountain. Furthermore I think your really ugly. I dont care who your husband is or what type of surgery you have... you'll never look pretty. You remind me of a rat. Act like one too. You'll never compare to the rest of the housewives. They are beautiful. Maybe thats why some people like you. They feel sorry for you.

Alex,
You'd better STAY ON THE SHOW!!!!
You are the reason I made certain I watched the last half of the season.
Forget about Jill, we all see what she is. Anyone who didn't get a sense of the "REAL JILL" must totally lack insight.
Susan

Alex, you have received alot of comments, some for and against what this season. This is short. I have always
been a fan of yours and Simon and always will. Love you both
dearly. Never, ever play messenger again for anyone. I did
that, and paid dearly for it. The cost of several friends.

And lastly, Bethenny is a drama Queen and has to have the attention around her 24/7. Like Kelly, just watch her eyes
in public, as she looks around in public while out doing
" her thing," to see who is looking and watching her.
SHE WILL TURN ON YOU QUICKER THAN A FERRIS WHEEL THE MINUTE JILL ZARIN WALKS BACK IN HER LIFE, AND IT WILL
HAPPEN. THE OTHERS WILL FOLLOW IF YOU DON'T WATCH IT.

WHAT IS THE SAYING ABOUT " KEEPING YOUR ENEMIES CLOSER?"

Alex it seems as though you have issues with Jill only, when you should have issues with everyone, everyone have talked about each other, your husband had the nerve to say Jill was jealous of Bethanny give me a break, Jill is extremely successful and smart and have a beautiful family so why in the world would anyone be jealous of Bethanny. You Alex, Ramona and Bethanny have been the mean girls and so high school you act as though you were so perfect, instead of focusing on Jill concentrate on your untrained boys and get them under control.

you are fabulous!

Alex and Simon...love how you both enjoy your life. Glad you found your voice Alex. You make me smile.
Jill blew it when she made sure to tell the world you were spread eagle. The "mean girl" proved your point. She hasn't learned anything. She was getting even in her vindictive way.
Bethenny needs you, Ramona, and Sonja on her show...it would be perfect then.
Kelly gives me a headache. Jill is just mean/full of herself. Luann who? :)

OMG!!! ALEX & SIMON are so freaking cute! Those two are a perfect match and everytime they are together I end up crying because you can tell how much he loves her. It gives everyone hope that true love exists and is obtainable. I wish they had there own show so we could see more of them and not the freaking LOONEY housewives ((Kelly)) not even a housewife . Dont even get me started on hipocracy that is Playboy! I wish the whole family nothing but the best. Keep your chins up! ~Kimmie

Alex.....In the past, you represented grace and dignity on the show even if it seemed that Simon and you were working towards acceptance by Manhattan's "who's who." You vacationed alone, lived outside of the city, and were always together as a couple - even if the "popular girls" thought it was odd. You differentiated yourself. Then,
Season 3 and you are now a new Alex. Celebrate your new self. However, speaking your mind doesn't mean you have to trample people's feelings. Your words, body language and facial expressions have spoken loud and clear this season. Regardless of what you say, it does appear that you look at Jill with venom & strong dislike. If you can forgive Ramona for her treatment of Simon last season, I can't understand why you can't forgive/forget Jill's behavior. Perhaps you're angry with yourself for not speaking up in the past and you're displacing your feelings onto Jill. Perhaps, you could take some responsibility for your lack of action in the past. If you let your feelings build up , it's not Jill's fault. Be pleased with your new self, Alex, and let go of the past. Maybe it was the editing or maybe not, but to this viewer, there was some bullying and mean girl behavior on your side of the room during the reunion shows - excluding Sonja. Talking at Kelly isn't going to change her. Let her be....she seems fragile. Hoping that next season will be kinder and gentler :)

Alex,
I have enjoyed watching you this season. I am so proud of you that you have finally gotten your voice and spoken up, especially to Jill. Jill is a "mean girl" and I would watch your back with that women. She is up to no good.

Thanks for a great season--

Good for you Alex for sticking up to Jill. I thought Jill was so down to earth in the first season, she's become a controlling, manipulative mean girl ever since. It's great to see you stand up to her and do it so calmly, assertively, and simply, armed only with the truth.

The reunion show proved what a manipulator, trouble maker and how down right cruel Jill can be. She contradicted herself over and over during the show. She would deny doing something and then when called out on her bad behavior, she would then apologize for it. From there you could see what a liar and manipulator she has been this whole time.

She kept making light of her cruelty too. She said she would cut Bethany out of her life "like a cancer," and then tried to play it off like people say that kind of thing all the time but they don't mean. it. Really? She tried to destroy Bethany's livelihood because she thought Bethany's success or failure was completely in her control. Now that Bethany is a success without and despite Jill, Jill pretends to be her best friend again.

Now Jill is trying to get you fired too. Hope that backfires on her like it did with Bethany. Bravo needs to send her the message that she is not in control of them.

Alex
Something just does not add up with you this season. I am unable to figure out WHY you have such distaste for Jill...when it was always Ramoana who trashed both you and your husband..and that went on for the entire seasons of 1 and 2. You were insulted by her, talked about continuously, made fun of by her, lied about, and on and on. And yet you throw all of your anger and bitterness towards Jill and NOT Ramona? I don't understand it. I really don't. I have watched the first 2 seasons many times and you and your husband were the butt of Ramonas temper and jokes on almost every show.
So could you maybe post a blog and explain all of it? Why Jill? Why now? And why have you NEVER talked to or "reprimanded" the Singers' for their behavior towards you and your family? It is suspicious and makes no sense and just makes me wonder what you are doing it for.
You seem much smarter than to all of a sudden become a follower of Bethenny and to what she wants...deliver her dirty laundry to Jill in public
The sad thing is that I liked you before and I love Bethenny and Jill, so nothing makes sense now.

Please Alex... Let Jill and Bethany be friends again. You are a nice woman, Do not turn into a mean diva.

HI Alex,

You are one of my favorite housewives and love Simon.
But enough of the Jill bashing. We get that you do not like her and she feels the same way about you. The other women have said alot more mean things over the seasons. I guess they get a pass. Love your blogs on Huff Post. Move on from the Jill is a nightmare bandwagon. I wonder why you did not ever mention Luann and her comments about your kids. Watch out for Bethenny. She used Jill then moved on. She got a great edit from Bravo because of her show. Have a great summer and hope you blog again but leave the Jill is a mean girl stuff out. We get it that you are not a fan.

Alex,
While I think you should have let Bethenny deliver her own message and take Jill on the side to discuss your own frustrations with her, I dont think it's fair that Jill is now targeting you out of the show.

I could definitely see from the reunion show that Jill is playing hardball. She specifically pointed the blame on you if she doesn't come back for the next season. I hope Bravo doesn't give into Jill's demands. I think if Bravo keeps you on, Jill will not leave the show, its all talk...she likes the celebrity that comes with it too much.

Maybe if you're both on the show next season Jill will humbly realize that if she can shoot off her opinion to anyone then everyone else on the show should be able to do the same to her. She needs to learn to forgive and forget and I think if you could do the same when it comes to her and her faults it will be a much more enjoyable season 4.

Alex,
I wish you and your family all the best. When I saw you and Simon on the show, Bethany's
Getting Married. It was like a breathe of fresh air, an old friend you have such class.
I hope your able to hang in there with the "mean crowd - RHONYC" if you choose to return. I don't think I could watch if you don't.

Your the most "real" of the bunch.

OK, I hope Bravo finally posts my comment, since they never have before b/c I'm not in favor of Alex behavior.
Alex,
I am sorry, but I do not understand your beef with Jill. You think she's a mean girl then fine, leave her alone and be cordial around her. You throwing out these accusations are just childish. Why are you blogging about it when you should just let the truth play out. Right now you're beginning to sound desperate. I was a big fan the first season, not anymore.

HI ALEX AND SIMON:) LOVED YOU BOTH THIS SEASON! ALEX, OBVIOUSLY YOU NEEDED SOME TIME TO BECOME COMFORTABLE WITH THE ENTIRE CAST. YOU FOUND YOUR VOICE AND STILL MAINTAINED INTEGRITY, SENSITIVITY AND CLASS WITHOUT LOOSING BALANCE. YOU LOOK TERRIFIC! JILL'S BEHAVIOR IS UNACCEPTABLE. SHE IS ONLY INTO HERSELF DESIRING THE SPOTLIGHT! NEED I SAY MORE!!! YOUR CHILDREN ARE BEAUTIFUL AND MANY OF THE CAST ARE ENVIOUS OF THE RELATIONSHIP YOU AND SIMON SHARE. THEIR LOSS! AND THAT IS THEIR PROBLEM. REMAIN AS YOU BOTH ARE AND I WISH YOU MUCH SUCCESS WITH THE BOOK AND ALL YOUR ENDEAVORS. CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU NEXT YEAR. HAVE A GREAT SUMMER!!!!

Alex,
I really hope you are reading this. You probably think, "Who is this girl to say all of this to me?" But I do want to address something to you that needs addressing: your behavior this season.
I use to like you alot, and use to dislike Ramona for treating you like garbage the first couple of seasons. You were very nice, into your family: husband and kids, and you were very neutral.
But this season prove to me that you are just like every "mean girl" out there. Just because supposedly Jill's been mean to you, doesn't mean you have to become how you are now. It seems to me that you use Bethanny's anger towards Jill and just berade Jill like she's garbage. You say that "you're just finding your voice" but in reality, you are just mean. There are other ways to confront someone and your way is clearly not it.
I honestly think that Jill had no intention of putting you or your family down whenever she talks to you. It's her humor and her personality. If you don't like it, then make it CLEAR to Jill that you are unhappy with how she talks to you and your family. Do not 'all of a sudden' turn on her. She has every right to hate you.
This season is a TOTAL disappointment from me to you.

Alex,

After watching the lost footage show, I have to wonder if you are now mad at Bethenny for ATTACKING your husband's fashion sense... the same way you feel every comment out of Jill's mouth is a personal attack against you and your family.

Also, when you noted that you stayed at Ramona's party, while you thought Ramona was not going to stay at your fashion show... you were clearly "counting", or keeping track (of favors).... isn't this the same thing you accuse Jill of?