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Alex talks tennis matches, Facebook fanclubs, and helping out a friend.

April 7, 2009

Late blog, sick and busy – well, at least the busy bit is positive… Late enough that I’m now watching Simon’s Facebook Fan Club gain 100 members in less than 10 minutes! Thank you MM & J. Let me also do a little housekeeping to say that the green sunglasses with the skull & crossbones are by Loree Rodkin, available at Ilori. The pink feathery bag from this episode is Galliano.

 

This week Bethenny followed up on the logo conversation we’d started back at the Help for Orphans benefit. I hadn’t taken on any freelance projects in the 2 years since starting at VS, and logo & brand identity projects are one of my favorite things to do. I was still reluctant to take on the project as it was October, which is the beginning of what we call “Holiday” in retail. The Holiday season is retail on crack – it’s when most businesses make the lions share of their profits. It’s when we start work at home at 6am, take a commute break to get to the office, then it’s a full-on sprint until 6 or so when we take a break to get home, then do maybe one more hour work after the kids are in bed. That’s the mommy track – people without kids work longer hours. Anyway, it was a busy time with work & our renovation, and I don’t like to take on projects unless I feel I’ve got adequate time to devote to them.

Nevertheless, I wanted to help Bethenny if I could, and she’d asked multiple times. We had a meeting where I threw out some ideas, and asked if she’d like the logo to look more like her than a generic brunette. An idea was hatched. I said I wouldn’t charge her as I would only have a limited amount of time to work on it and wasn’t sure whether I’d be able to finish it in time for the charity benefit, but that I would try.

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145 Comments

Alex, I have really started likeing you and Simom ..more and more this season... You are more like real people... So keep doing what you are doing and I will keep watching.. Thanks for another great season...

Alex, I have a new view of you and your family, sure it's not the way I live my life, but that is what makes the world go round....I loved your logo...I hate the one Bethenny is going with...End of story, I do hope you have a chance to talk with her, I think your logo is spot on, I emailed "B" and told her the same.
Last thing I wish you would put to rest whatever it is that Ramona and Mario are talking about , Good~Bad or Whatever...You will put it all to rest.
Every day you are getting better and better praise...So don't change, keep doing what you are doing, the cream will rise 2 the top!
Cheers!
Janice

Over time, I've changed my opinion about you to a most POSITIVE impression. You work hard!!!! You are truly a working woman, business woman and you and your husband are doing a great job raising very young boys in today's MTV world. As I said, I changed my opinion; stopped listening to other's sound bites on the show and have formed my own opinion. You don't need to defend your "Going Out Time Line" but it does make for interesting reading and I also found it a very wise plan for getting out when having babies at home. I agree that if they were 8 or 9 and at a handbag or shoe store with you, they would act better. I have lovely grown kids now but when they were your kids age, they did embarass me in classy restaurants. We laugh about it now when we reminece.
Just hang in there!! Over time, people can see for themselves on the show what is really going on.
Wishing you the BEST!!!

I have watched both seasons of the show and like you more as time goes on. You do your own thing and truely show class when the others start to sling the mud. I have always told my girlfriends around me that I am switzerland, neutral. You seem to take a similar stance. That isn't to say I don't like the others, well some of them. Simon is an odd one but at the same time it is also clear he is madly in love with you. That goes a long way towards forgiving a persons individual quirks. Best wishes to you and yours.

I think you carry yourself in an amazing way. You are also extremely well written and spoken. Please continue to disregard any negative comments being tossed your way. You appear to be a genuine and engaging person and you should be proud of that. Hold your head high and continue to have an open and large heart.

Kind regards and well wishes to you and your family.

Let me start by saying I think you and Simon are the nicest people on the show. You have been very classy and above the frey. Kudos. That said, who raised these other people? Mario making negative, insulting remarks about Simons' tennis outfit? Who does that? Ramona has never thought before she has spoken one time on this show. She just blurts out the most rude comments. Don't for a minute trust that Kelly. Tell Jill.

Alex, i admire how well you carry yourself. You treat the women with the utmost respect and you are a very kind and helpful person to them. one thing tha tis so amazing about you and wha ti have seen consistantly through the show is that when one of the women are talking to a group of you or just talking to you alone they have you undivided attention. You neve rtry to out do those women or talk over them. You genuinely listen to wha thtye have to say whole heartedly. The other women really try to out do each other and they are constantly talking over each other cause each of them feels wha thtye have to say is the most importnat or THEY are the most important. The worst 2 that dont care about what otehrs have to say and they talk over them only to talk about themselves is Luann and Ramona.

FOOL and married to a Fool. You do not represent NYC at all. Nothing but a Bridge and Tunnel ....

ALex
I want to say that I respect you and your husband. What a great marriage you have. I posted to Simon that I need to ask you and him a personal question, but not one on here where the world can see it. I need to know how to get you without all the peps...

No I don't need money...its just a question that needs to be secret.

Keep up the good work

S

Alex,

Are you still on the show? or has Simon become the 'housewife'?

Your husband jumped at the chance to create drama with Ramona once again. He seems upset that she has been ignoring him and has a need to keep the drama going. What a great way to get airtime.

I like you but wish your husband would step back and let you shine. It seems the spotlight is what he craves even at your expense. It's getting old.

Hi, Alex and Simon. I just want to say I've been a fan of you guys since season one. I like Simon's awkwardness he goes through when most of the people around are women. The show is a little bit one-sided as it should be because it is titled Housewives of NYC. However, Simon is Alex's better half and you guys are a duo, and that can't be helped at all - you guys are set in your ways.

Simon and Alex, both of your personalities are awesome too. I don't think you guys are braggart and "social climbers" at all. I mean you guys are socializing for the sake of socializing. I don't even think you guys go to events just to be seen or be popular, but to be honestly be there to socialize and participate in the events.

Well, keep up your down-to-earth attitude. Also, your kids please be more considerate of others. I don't know I just don't like loud noises especially coming from kids.

I think you seem nice and real. I'd love to go to the parties and such, why would that make you a social climber? Renovations are hard so I hope yours goes well. Where did you attend college?

Hey there I just wanted to say that I think that your great on the show. You don't act like your better than the others. Your so pretty and so sweet. You have a lovely family. I dont understand why people think you and your husband are wierd because i just don't think that about you guys. So what you guys like to do things together and be with eachother. THat is the way my boyfriend and I are. So who cares what people think about it. You two really love eachother and I think that is awesome. Maybe the ladies are jealous that you and your hubby have such a great marriage. Who knows. You guys are so cool I love watching you on the show. Keep being sweet and keep loving eachother like you do. YOur both great. Not wierd at all. Hope all is going well with you and your family.

I do think that a marriage partner should be your best friend....

I applaud your and Simon's relationship. And, I understand it. I too have the love of my life and can't think of anyone I'd rather spend time with than him. Other people freak out about being attached at the hip because they have never experienced what it is to be in a relationship that means everything to you, so they don't "get it". I'm glad that you and Simon haven't changed that part of you just because people think it is weird. It ISN'T weird, it is wonderful and I'm so very happy for you. I don't do a lick of shopping for myself without my man, I want his input since he's the one that has to look at me. :) Keep on enjoying your life and what is important to you.

You and Simon always take the high road. Don't change. Please never stoop to the level of the others.

I have to be honest. I wasn't actually a fan of you and Simon in Season One. But I have to say I've come to the realization that you two are by far the nicest ones on the show.

You two have nothing bad to say about the others unless you're having to defend yourself. It's also wonderful to see such a close marriage on the show.

Alex,
I think you and Simon are Great! I think anyone who puts you or Simon down with insults are very insecure. I think anyone who has you and Simon as their friend- are very lucky.I love watching you and Simon. Best!

Alex:

You and Simon have always been very nice to Bethenny. By attacking you both Bethenny has truly shown her two-faced self to the viwers.
BTW I really starting to think Bethenny got someone to post "Fan Messages" all day in Bravo to boost her book sells. Can't see other good explanation to why so many people can be so easily fooled by her otherwise.
Keep your head high. To say you are way better than Bethenny is almost an insult, you are TOO GOOD for her!

Alex,

Look, my family is from the upper east side--they are gracious, they don't try to get into events, and they don't spend their time worrying about lighting and pink shoes. They are classy, they keep things simple--focusing on their kids and having a healthy relationship with one another and other members of the community. You appear to be two class-less social climbers that aren't fitting in...anywhere. I see how my family operates, and realize that people approach them to attend events, they don't seek out fame and they certainly don't scan page 6. If you were good parents, you'd worry less about social climbing and more about creating a safe environment for your children (that house is unfit to live in).

Sorry to hear about your recent job loss...I'm sure the social ladder you are attempting to climb will throw you a bone or two.

You do seem a lot less pretentious this year. You and Simon appear to be honest, good people. It's a shame that the other "wives" feel it's okay to put you down.

Alex, I think Bethenny is hilarious. And you and Simon had a terrible introduction on the show, because I don't think you're the people that Bethenny, Ramona and the show puts out at all. I think your true New Yorkers in the way that you're individuals in a big city. (And I'm from westchester!) You don't go to the Hamptons to vacation, you do your own thing. You do what you were brought up to like. And that's great. I support you!

Alex, I think you and Simon are wonderful. Contrary to Bethenney's Blogs statement about people only liking you because Beth and Jill were being nice to you; I can assure you, my big girl panties are on, and I can decide who I like all by myself. And I happen to think you and Simon are terrific. You are genuine!!

Also, I'm not sure what happened with you and Betheny's Logo, but thank your lucky stars you are not associated with her new one, as it looks like a Big Ducks Head. A huge billed Duck making Marguerita's. HAHAHAHAHAHHAHAHA
HAHAHHAHAHHAHHAHAHHAHHAHHAHA OMG, I'm going to pee my pants!!! HAHAHAHAHHAHAHHAHA!!

Ok, anyway, thank you for being so lovely, so charming and so gracious ALWAYS. You and Simon are so fabulous!!

I can't wait to see the next show!!

Alex........
I hope you get a chance to skim through your posts here to see genuine support for you and Simon. I for one totally understand wanting to be with your other half all the time. I am the same way and am blessed with a wonderful man who feels the same way. You are smart, attractive, dedicated, and devoted......I applaud you for being real!

I think that both you and Simon are great. My hubby and I do almost everything together as well. There's absolutely nothing wrong with that.

Alex,

I must admit that when season 1 first started I was a little taken back by you and Simon, but I do have to say that I now feel completely different! I love the way the two of you are together, I think most woman would love to have a husband like Simon. He is so good to you and you are the same to him. Tell the other ladies where to go, they started off great and are now just backstabbing, bitchy women! Best of luck to the both of you!

Alex and Simon...you two are a hoot and you compliment each other well. I've never seen a husband and wife so attached at the hip and as ackward as I may find it, it does have an endearing quality to it. Best of luck to you both.

Alex, Bethanny was correct in her blog when saying that fans are liking you and Simon better this season. She is however incorrect in saying the reason is that her and Jill are being nicer to you.....still trying to wrap my mind around such an egotistical comment. I actually like you and Simon because you are the only two who are not mean spirited. The sarcasam and mean comments are a bit entertaining initially, but soon grow old and tiresome.
You seem to have real class and I wish you the best of luck in your job search, and hope the boys had a great Easter.

Alex, the truth of the matter is that the other ladies are jealous of you. I'm sure that you and Simon have your issues as well, but you seem to be able to conduct yourselves with dignity and grace. It's unbelievable to hear the nasty and mean words coming from their mouths. Who does Ramona think she is telling Simon that he "has no depth"? She has depth alright, she is Deeply cruel and nuts. I like you and Luann most of all. Pay no mind to Bethenny and Ranutsa, they are just mean old creeps!

Dear Alex,

You are very kind to everyone on the show. Like that you do not get caught up in the backstabbing etc. You go girl!! I am a New Yorker myself and yes it is very competitive. Keep on being the best wife and mom you can be! I have gone green for my family and it is great! Anyone can join and see the amazing products that are ECO friendly for your family.
The website is:
www.wowgreen.net/24277
Check it out-GO Green!!
Keep it real always!
I love the show!!
God Bless and Happy Easter!!

Debbie

Alex I think you and Simon should spend more time focusing on raising those children and teaching them manners as appossed to being "wanna be's" in the social world!

Alex,

I just want to say that I like you and I think you are classy. I don't get why they try to show you and Simon in a bad light. I think Simon is a really good sport and the two of you seem to be genuinely in love. Smart viewers can see past the editing. :)
Your children are very cute too!

Dear Alex ... this season shows us all how editing works. Last year you were edited terribly; this year we've been allowed to see more depth in you and Simon. Your boys are precious and it's apparent you're very devoted to them. Sorry about your job loss; I wish you the best.

As far as the rest, still enjoy Bethanny's humor, Kelly is a snoozefest, Jill is the mother hen of the group. Ramona is just boring and Louann - wow what was that comment about "losing weight is easy." What a dolt.

I think you are nicer than what I saw last season, however, you and simon need to come back to planet earth, you are so lost looking for an status in NY that many times you have made a fool ot of yourselves.

You have potential as a friend and a s a part of the show, but if you and Simon kep on the line of trying to impress people because you both want status, this willcome out and bite you on your butt

Alex,

You are a very classy lady. I love your personality. You are smart, pretty, kind, of course a great mother and wife.

Don't let the mean spirits of Mario, Ramona and Bethnney get to you. I am so surprised as why Bethnney inappropriate behavior is. I think she should get out of the show. A real housewife should replace her.

You are great.

What is with Bethany? I thought you were really nice to her and you don't deserve her ridiculing. Come to think of it, you and Simon have been the nicest to all the other people on the show!!!! Ramona and Mario looked stupid attacking you the way they did over the pictures. I liked how you and Simon handled them.

why do you all subject yourselves to this public humiliation? if there is a season 3, refrain.

You and your husband are my favorites on the show. You never talk badly or judge the other women, but they gossip and judge both of you. After treating both of you like garbage, they have alot of nerve to ask you for help. Both of you are always kind enough to help them. Simon was so to play with Jill in the tennis match. It was so rude of the women to laugh at him. As far as your pictures, it is nothing to be ashamed of. At least you are honest about your life.

You and your hubby rock! You go girl!

Alex,
You and your husband are weird but that's not a bad thing. I think you're pick on for the stupidest reasons! You both are always nice and polite to everyone else on the show...BTW WHO CARES that you posed nude?!? I think that was rude and unnecessary for Ramona and her annoying husband to bring it up at the party.
Keep being weird, it's very entertaining! :)

Dear Alex,
I really admire you and your husband.

Forgive me for saying this Alex, but I didn't care for you and Simon at all; that is, until now. I have the utmost respect for both of you for always being the only members of the show who actually don't get entangled in those nasty webs of horrible behavior, badmouthing, backstabbing, etc. I feel Bethenny treated you so disrespectfully by blogging negatively regaring your logo for her. You were nice enough to take the time to help her, only for her to seemingly set you up for negative talk, as she does with anyone and everyone around her. If you watch those two horrendous videos Bethenny made impersonating you and Simon, I decided every single thing she says/does is premeditated/calculated for her to come out looking like a winner. It had the opposite affect on me--I have no respect for her, and only a week after thinking she handled herself well with regards to the Kelly situation. Bethenny needs a camera focused on her at all times and will say or do whatever she can to have that happen. In any event, the best of luck to both you and Simon--you deserve it!

I have mixed feelings about you. This is the first time a husband has been so deep in the story line of a "Housewive" show. Do you or other viewers think that you would be more well received if you were more on your own instead of "Silex" ? I am very close to my hubby but really my time with my woman friends is important. Just wondering

Alex, You and Simon and LuAnn are my favorite people in the show.

If I will be you I will be very careful of Bethenny, she is very mean spirit, and she does not like any body. Obviously she is a very troubled woman.

In the blogs I'm seeing that a lot of people are feeling like me! The more I watch you and Simon the more I like you! I think Simon was an incredible sport to help Jill out like that, with him unwell too, what a TROOPER.

Also, we are finaly getting to see the real you! and we like YOU! It was so very nice of you to help Bethenny out the way you have! You and Simon are my new FAVES!

Hi Alex --
I also just wrote Simon a note about something completely unrelated. I have a 4-year old daughter and a 2-year-old son at home. I respect you very much for making time for yourself, career, and husband while also being a mother to two small children. You are an inspiration!
-- Chicago Housewife

Go team Alex! Bethenny makes fun of everyone any more. Fame is going to her head. She was my fav especially during the kelly fiascos but now you are my fav. How fickle the audience is....

Alex-
I enjoy watching your family dynamic. I know we don't see everything that goes on in your life during the span that is taped. It seems to me B. and the other ladies (I use that word loosely) are taking advantage of this to try and make it seem as if you and Simon behave poorly off camera.
I don't believe this for a second.
You are normal people, and your cast-mates, convinced that they themselves are normal, can't relate to you. It's too bad that their heads are in the clouds, and everything real that goes on around them is disregarded.
I simply cannot believe how two faced B. is.
It's terrible how she acts one way to your face and then another when your back is turned.
(as an aside, so I don't have to make an entry on another blog: I'm sorry B., you had a rough childhood. But here's a reality check: every day children are beaten, and yes, even killed by their parents. Buck up. You were ignored, but you're still here, and living a pretty nice life. Stop whining, stop back biting, and appreciate what you have now instead of moaning about what you think you deserved then. If that gets hard, just think about those kids who never make it past their parent's fists.)
Anyway, keep trucking, Alex, and good luck.
Sara

Alex,

It was kind of you to help Bethenny with her logo. Though I find you and Simon a tad pretentious, Bethenny's remarks in her blog this week were way out of line.

Alex: You are one lucky lady. You work hard, you have a happy marriage (which makes everyone jealous), you have it all, and you let criticism roll off your shoulders. You are my favorite NYC housewife.

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