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Victoria comes home most weekends, but it was the first time she was home after going away to school, so it was great. She has adjusted beautifully and has made great friends. It was so nice having her all to myself for the day. We really enjoyed ourselves!

Victoria is a lot like me. She is very respectful of me as a parent, just as I was with my mother. I'm very lucky. She is easy-going and fun to be around. She has a gift of making people feel comfortable.

We didn't really know anyone at Kelly's Halloween party. It was a strange group of people that none of us had ever seen before. We had many great parties to attend, but we went to Kelly's party to be there for her and she wasn't there. I couldn't believe that she would host a party and not be there to greet her guests! She never apologized to me personally.

It's amazing and so exciting to see my book on bookshelves! If someone told me 20 years ago that I would have a top selling book I would have said, "You're kidding." I've always wanted to write about my experiences as a young girl growing up in CT and moving to NY to model and making a life for myself in Europe. I'm so grateful to have the opportunity to share my life experiences.

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155 Comments
05/17/2009 - 8:21pm
Viewer

Hello Luann! I really enjoyed this season and look forward to the next. Thanks for reminding us all what CLASS really is! Sorry for your personal trials, but you are strong! Carry on!!! Peace and Love

05/14/2009 - 9:25pm
Lisa_Talking

LuAnn,
I have really admired you this season because, for the most part, you refrained from criticizing the other women or gossiping or being catty. The one exception was when you talked about Kelly not showing up for her party, which was entirely justified, so I don't fault you for that comment. I also appreciate the way you dress-fashionable and attractive but not overly revealing. And you sat through that entire reunion show with perfect posture! You really come across as a lady. That said, I do think the other ladies had a point that you sometimes seem condescending with the advice and "Countess" stuff. I don't think you mean to be superior. I just don't think you're aware of how it comes over. The reason I say this is because I view you as a great role model and if you could just ever so slightly tone down those tiny things you would be absolutely perfect! Oh, and I totally understand keeping your marital trouble out of the show. For your children, absolutely the right call.

05/13/2009 - 12:27pm
Viewer

Countess:
you are my favorite NY Housewife and you have more class in your little finger than Kelly does in her whole body. She is wrecking the show. I wish she was not on anymore. All the others are great, but not Kelly. Blessings to you and your children with the divorce. You deserve better. Sandy Gray

05/12/2009 - 7:43pm
Viewer

As a Dakota woman, I can't envision any indigenous person imagining that dressing like an "Indian" is an acceptable costume. It's sad, if not appalling. I hope connections to native people, to your ancestors become strong for you.

05/11/2009 - 1:00pm
Kathy R

I just wanted to say that I think you are a smart, funny and gorgeous woman.I sit and watch you and the girls and think to myself, man, wish I had the class and grace that you do. You seem to be such a loving Wife and Mother as well as Friend. I am sure I am not the only one who can't wait to see the next season.
Take care!

05/08/2009 - 3:36pm
Teresa Q

Luann: You are one of my favorites! Manners are a important part of social life. If olny tkid today would learn, (YOUR MANNERS ARE SHOWING)maybe they wouldnt be so mouthy and learn how to act in certian social settings!
I dont think you are a snob or have a snobish ora.

05/06/2009 - 10:59pm
Sue Mac

LuAnn,
Bought your book and enjoying it thoroughly. Yes, yes and yes. I agree with almost everything and where were you when my friends and mentors tried to put me through "corporate charm school". I'm very much like Bethanny and like who I am, but your tact, diplomacy, grace...I'm envious. Everyone should aspire to your standards.

05/06/2009 - 9:50pm
Viewer from nj

I agree that your turquoise necklace is beautiful; is this an heirloom? I understand you are of American Indian heritage. My sister worked on an Indian Reservation in Washington state, and has increased our awareness of their culture.

05/06/2009 - 10:20am
Victoria

I must have the turqoise necklace! Sure I can't afford it but where can I find one?

05/04/2009 - 10:14am
Valerie

LuAnn, I have to laugh you pride yourself on class, manners, and etiquette, meanwhile you associate with Kelly who has absolutely no class at all!! She is fake and phony with no class OR manners. I would think you would want to surround yourself with a better circle of people than her. She is a joke and her attitude is disgraceful! The way she treated Bethenny is disgusting and her behavior at her own party was a vivid display of her lack of class..to show up late and a cash bar NO CLASS!! I may not have as much money as you people but I would never have a cash bar at any function I host! If you are going to keep the tight knit relationship with her, than you better be ready to come down a bit off your high horse "countess". Give me a break!

05/01/2009 - 4:29pm
L. Shell

LuAnn - I think you are lovely, but do wonder why you want to expose your friends and family to Kelly. Kelly has no class. Late to your own party and a cash bar! And after stating at a charity meeting that "I don't put my name on anything-ever!" Kelly is tacky and that laugh! Sicky, girly sweet and phony, and she did trash Bethany and Bethany spoke frankly at the charity meeting and Kelly deserved all that was said to and about her. Bethany is so much cooler, but not as cool as you. Keep up the good work and good luck with your book!
L. Shell

05/01/2009 - 1:34pm
Remy

You seem like a nice woman - but I have to be honest, sometimes a little "full" of yourself. You must always remember where you came from. Anyhow, I think your daughter is sooo gorgeous and sweet and well mannered. You are so lucky to have a daughter like Victoria. There is such a sweetness - sadness?? in her eyes. Telll her how much you love her! I notice when she cam home from school she was telling you how much you missed her and you did not say it back - even though we all know how much you did. Also, please can anyone talk some sense - or manners into Kelly? what is wrong with this woman? I only hope that after the episodes with her and Bethenny have aired that her frineds and family will straighten her out!

04/29/2009 - 3:14pm
Viewer

I loved to see you and Victoria interact in this episode. It was just precious. Specifically I loved it when you asked Victoria to set the plans for the day and when she said she didn't know, you said, "Bad Answer, you should always know what you want." What an empowering message to give her!! Kudos!

04/28/2009 - 10:22pm
Pat

I think the Countess is extremely snobbish, and is convinced that her being in a different "class" makes her better than others. That is sad because it's phony and it really shows that one has no class. However, her children are lovely.

04/28/2009 - 9:13pm
Ana T.

Hi LuAnn! You are truly my favorite housewife! You carry yourself with such class and elegance that your book can't help but be a best seller. I wish you and yours the best.

04/28/2009 - 7:43pm
B

Last season I only made one comment... about how a family with "class" allows their children to talk with their mouths full of food. Uncouth. This season Victoria and her eating habits became a subject during a lunch with her friends. How embarrassing for her. Tacky on your part. Telling the little girl in the "Smart Girls Club" that "losing weight is the easy part." Insensitive. Not sure why you are writing a book on class and etiquette.

04/28/2009 - 7:29pm
Nancy

I am a huge fan of the show and am looking forward to your book. While I admire all of the people on the show for being honest,and not hiding from the camera I must admit that you and Bethenny are my favorites. I love watching you interact with your children, your husband, your friends and the people that you do charity work with. I especially the dignity with which you treat your house keeper/nanny. I was delighted by the episode when she came home from vacation and you told her how amazing she looks (she lost so much weight good for her) and how much you missed and needed her! I can't wait for next season! Any plans for a book signing in Rhode Island? We are just down the coast.

04/28/2009 - 2:35pm
Viewer

Luann, you seem like a nice enough lady. Please give Kelly some one on one lessons on manners & etiquette! She doesn't just need the book, she needs hands on help! As for Ramona.... she's hopeless!!! Keep up the good work Luann. You're a classy lady!

04/28/2009 - 9:21am
Viewer

Hi!! Really can't wait to read your book!! I hope all is going well for you--you are the type of gal I would love as a friend--and you have a big heart. Keep smilin' Luann!!!

04/27/2009 - 8:18pm
SANDRA

Luann, I think you are a sweetheart. You are always looking for ways to help others less fortunate, that is great! But, you really should have paid for your own surfing lesson the day that you and Bethany took that lesson.....

04/27/2009 - 6:51pm
Amanda

well if this doesn't make it to the boards... I know that she will only allow the goodies and that would be ashame and so shallow. Luann, Ithink you are pretty grounded, I still got very turned off when you got bent out of shape when someone didn't call you a Countess..I mean come on, how pretincious! You married a Count you wern't born a Countess and let me tell you, there is a difference my dear.
Your kids seem fine, and you seem to be a strong and pretty resilient women, sometimes you come across too confident which can be off putting, but I will happily take that over the silly cat fighting with the other cartoon characters.
Just be yourself...kudos to you for the book, haven't read it but God knows our society and this generation in general desperately needs a good strong dose of values and manners!!

04/27/2009 - 4:23pm
zippy

I only see East Coast appearances, will there be any on the West Coast?
What was your idea on the cash bar, classy or trashy?

04/27/2009 - 12:05pm
Viewer

Inoki, you are one classless b*%#&.

LuAnne, I think you are a cool girl.

Why does anyone have such a big deal about you being a Countess. LuANNE De lessap was (or still is) a Countess, by marriage or not, she had (has) the title, and she is saying it as is. To me it's obvious that she probably had more chance to learn/experience/think about class and manners than the rest of us, so let her just do her thing. And obviously all those hateful bloggers know nothing about class to be so demeaning - they could all learn a thing or two.

04/27/2009 - 11:49am
BRAVO09

lu ann is cool. i can tell shes a good person.
i hate what her count did to her.
his loss but isnt it always.
she has style grace and is the mother of his 2 great kids
when will they ever stop chasing what they already have at home.

04/26/2009 - 9:43pm
Viewer

I am sorry to say that I find you completely condescending and border-line rude to most people.
To act as if you are better that most because you married into a "title" is ridiculous. The way that you talk to people is ridiculous, is that supposed to be the funny part of the show? Class is not defind by "title", rather class is defined by the person.

A book on etiquette? That's hysterical. Did you see the way those poor girls who were subjected to your rant on being a countess looked at you? Have you no contact with real people?

Any idea on how to be real?

04/26/2009 - 8:04pm
Carolyn L.

Hello LuAnn, It didn't surprised me that Kelly was late to her own party. Like Bethenny stated to Ramona that Kelly has an issue with time. I hope you see now that Kelly is all about herself. And what parent trick or treats at 11pm????. If she's going to be late she could at least find some kind of way to call you. that's just no excuse for being constantly late ALL the time. And also love the shopping day with your daughter. your daughter seems to have a good head on her shoulders and that is so refreshing to see. So far Ally and your daughter seemed to be well mannered and respectful. And Ramona's daughter? Avery, if she talked to my mother the way she talked to hers? My mother will let her know in a heartbeat that you don't speak to her in that manner. Looking forward to the next episode.

04/26/2009 - 6:13pm
Michelle

How can you haggle with the street vendor over the price of those necklaces and then go into that clothing store and the price "doesn't matter"? Do you think maybe the street vendor may need the money more than a high end clothing store?

04/26/2009 - 4:49pm
Viewer

LuAnn
I do like you over all but you seen a bit fake at times. Try following the standards you hold to others.

04/26/2009 - 4:30pm
Viewer

LuAnn, it was great to see Victoria come home during break. I hope what was viewed/edited was not all. Victoria struck me as being disenchanted with 'your' idea of shopping. I agree she has changed and for the good - she has realized all that you have is not as valuable or necessary. She shopped Goodwill, surprisingly, not knowing what a thrift store [is] and believe it or not 'bargained' shopped and seemed to have had a good time with her friend. Your exepression was disrespectful to those who don't have what you 'presently' have. Victoria has a giving/caring soul don't be surprised if she takes another more meaningful route in life. May not be to your liking but I will not be surprised to see Victoria very involved and chairing her own charit[ies]. Appreciate and learn from your daughter, you did a beautiful job raising her - let her fly! Victoria be yourself and do not be shamed or ashamed - you have a beautiful unselfish heart.

04/26/2009 - 4:24pm
Susan

Dear Countess de Lesseps,

I encountered you late afternoon yesterday, April 25, 2009, on the streets of Manhattan. It was a blissful Spring day, and you looked as though you were in love! Just lovely!

I handed you a flyer. If you could, please find it in your heart to spread the word it would be a tremendous act of kindness.

Thank for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,
Susan Pietri

04/26/2009 - 3:57pm
Kandi

Thank god you sent your daughter away to school, I bet she will get more class than what you say you have. I was impressed with her going to the thrift store good for her. I for one will not buy your book.

04/26/2009 - 3:00pm
Viewer

I really appreciate seeing you with your charity work. You actually work with the people! It's nice to see instead of just attending meetings. Your true class shines thru!

04/26/2009 - 11:42am
Viewer

I have to agree with another comment regarding the reaction to your daughter shopping at the thrift store. I thought sure, you would have said something negative about that shopping spree but you totally surprised me. Either you were very conscious about how that would come across to the viewers, or you truly are that person. I was impressed.

04/26/2009 - 11:35am
RAH

I think the person that should read your book is KELLY, she is very mean spirited, how can you have a party and NOT be there to greet your guests???? Send her a signed copy, it would be a blessing to ALL of us.......
Take care, you are a very warm and caring person who deserves nothing but the BEST!!!!

04/26/2009 - 10:31am
Viewer

I am surprised that you yelled at Kelly during the reunion show.
First of all you should be above that- don't you cover that in your book.
And- you off all people shouldn't kick people when they are down.

04/26/2009 - 10:17am
Viewer

Countess - your radiance shines through each and every episode. I guess a better word would be elegance. And you have fun no matter which party or group you're with. I like that best about you. On the serious side, I'm sorry to hear about your pending divorce. If you're ready to talk about it, I have a question - did you see it coming? You're a very intelligent woman so my guess is yes. And, will you and the kids have a life uninterrupted or is everything going to change (I hope not!). You deserve the best!

Hang in there and keep that high spirit!

04/26/2009 - 10:03am
giogio123

I have a problem with women who take most of their identity from their husband, ergo "I'm the Countess!" Big whoop. LuAnn must certainly have other things to focus on for her identity - her Native American heritage for example. She is haughty and much too caught up with her social standing to make a really significant mark on the world. Now that she and the Count are separated, will she continue to self-identify as the Countess?

04/26/2009 - 8:10am
KathyP

I think you are a gorgeous woman who is classy but you can be a tad overbearing. I chalk this up to the life you have led and lead and the company you keep.

I like that your daughter went to the Goodwill store and could see that she can aquire decent clothing at a fraction of the cost. I hope this showed to those more well-off that their donations are put to good use and quality is appreciated even by those who are in dire straits.

04/26/2009 - 7:11am
mmc

Countess, It was nice to see you with your daughter. Having three grown (and wonderful )sons, I would imagine the Mother -Daughter relationship is different.Victoria seems to be growing into a sweet young lady. I wish the best to you and your family at this difficult time in your life.In the end you will have the last laugh because you are still young and beautiful.

04/26/2009 - 6:27am
Viewer

Your daughter is very beautiful and seems so down to earth and not pretentious like the young girls on the OC show. Your daughter does not need expensive clothes, make up, tans, bling, etc. She will be always be prettier with no make up and her own style of cute/funky clothes from the fun "thrift" stores, etc. that many kids are into these days. It's more original and gives back to society to see a girl like her be herself and not get into the expensive trends with the clothes, shoes, tans, purses, etc. like the OC kids.

04/26/2009 - 5:40am
Viewer

I think it showed a lot how Victoria wasn't so interested in shopping and material things. She made you aware that you had a dress like the one you bought and even asked the price. You should be proud she is conservative about money.

04/26/2009 - 4:21am
Kimmitsa

Lu Ann-

I think you have a wonderful classy manner about yourself, I
think you are an interesting woman...but, I understand that
being a Countess is a great part of you. The only thing that grates on my nerves is that you seem to speak of your title morning, noon and night. I myself think that you, Lu Ann carries so much on just you being you. I feel that though being a Countess sounds so chic and WOW, the person that most of us can relate to is the one that is a great mother, great friend, very together woman, (with the help a cute little Rosie), and last but not least...can put together whatever you are wearing casual day with great accessories or an elegant almost effortless look that is priceless. Maybe cut using the title in half, "asun comminors coulds use that breaks".

04/26/2009 - 4:08am
Kimmitsa

Lu Ann-

I think you have a wonderful classy manner about yourself, I
think you are an interesting woman...but, I understand that
being a Countess is a great part of you. The only thing that grates on my nerves is that you seem to speak of your title morning, noon and night. I myself think that you, Lu Ann carries so much on just you being you. I feel that though being a Countess sounds so chic and WOW, the person that most of us can relate to is the one that is a great mother, great friend, very together woman, (with the help a cute little Rosie), and last but not least...can put together whatever you are wearing casual day with great accessories or an elegant almost effortless look that is priceless. Maybe cut using the title in half, "asun comminors coulds use that breaks".

04/26/2009 - 1:22am
Harts

LuAnn, you are a real Cinderella story! You may have not married the prince, almost the duke, but ended up with a count! I like your soft, sweet, personality. You did hurt Beth's feelings about the photo in the magazine. I think you did it unintentional since you being a model retouching must be a normal process to you. I think you were the one that introduce Kelly into the group and that was a mistake! Kelly has proven that she is very selfish and self centered! I hope your new book is awesome. I'll be looking out for it.

04/25/2009 - 9:29pm
John SMith

you really do have to start talking about your Indian tribe instead of trying to impress us all the time with being a Countess which is a title you got by marriage, not by birth. You were born Indian, you say. Talk about that. That's ROYAL too. Or are you ashamed of it?

04/25/2009 - 8:52pm
Viewer

LuAnn,

Your daughter is a class act. I am the mother of a 16 month old girl and I hope that my daughter and I will have the kind of relationship that you and Victoria appear to have. She truly is respectful and kind, and she seems to have a healthy view on life. I was raised around great wealth in North Jersey, and it was rare to see teenage children who were not completely spoiled brats. Keep up the good work and know that no matter what life throws at you, your kids will always be there for you to pull you through.

04/25/2009 - 6:20pm
Hokulani

Countess, please do a public service for everyone: Teach Kelley some manners!

04/25/2009 - 10:55am
Viewer

Honestly, all this sucking up to the "countess" is making me puke. Its like high school. Wannabees. Do you think she really cares? BTW you couldn't pay me to live in New York. Doesn't anyone notice the weather sucks? Go Cali!

TEAM BETHANY

04/25/2009 - 10:52am
Lola36

Luann,

You are so beautiful and I absolutely love the way you dress! You are so classy and your clothing has such great style. I am assuming I am about your height (5 "10 1/2"). Where do you get your clothes? It would be nice if you could list some stores or websites on your blog. Thanks!

04/25/2009 - 10:00am
Social climber

While you are Less Loathsome as the rest of the Meshugennahs on this show, I still won't buy your book as I don't want to feed into the phoniness and subsidize your Fashionista-fest.

04/25/2009 - 6:21am
Michael Thomas Angelo

Countess, I am sending my best wishes to you as you circumnavigate the latest of what I've heard regarding your husband's indiscretions. I have a similar experience in my family that happened when my mother's husband acted out the same behavior, i.e. fooling around with a younger and not so refined elegant presence.
Is it that men, as they grow older come into a mid-life identity crisis phase that causes them to give up the wife and household with the kids to go run around Europe with the next 25 year old floozie he probably met at department store perfume counter?
The Women is a great display of this insanity.
You are a strong, vibrant, most beautifully attractive women with a hysterical down to earth sense of humor. I wish you in good graces always. And damn that philandering ungrateful gas bag of a husband to hell.

cheers--- a fan

04/25/2009 - 4:44am
Jules

Mrs. de Lessep,

Perhaps, you need to take a cultural awareness classes. One I believed you show poor judgement in your choice of Halloween costume. For someone claiming to be Native American and by not stating with pride your tribal affliation. Are you not truly proud of your hertiage? I know several Native American and they will discuss with pride their culture and traditions.

04/24/2009 - 8:26pm
Christine

I checked Amazon's top 100 bestsellers today and while Bethenny's book is number 15, yours is not on the list. Just where is it a "top selling book" as you said?

04/24/2009 - 7:46pm
xeina

I like that you have poise. I wish you had done a book on the Rise of an Algoquin woman from humble beginning to the present)

I hope the best for your pain of losing your husband. I know there is alot of life to live, still. What will this next journey bring? Excitement!

Keep your head up, shoulders back and breath in life. It will be nice to see you come out from behind your "Countess" title.

Please be gentle with your heart and give it to our Father in heaven to deal with. I know this will help with the pain - good luck with your new adventures.

04/24/2009 - 6:29pm
PermaGirl

Just wanted to say "Sorry about what your going through". I wouldn't imagine that it is easy for you or your kids. Men are pigs! Pick up the pieces and move on girl!

04/24/2009 - 6:15pm
Viewer

LuAnn, Love you on the show and I'm so glad your book is out and it's doing well. Life can be full of complications, like your pending divorce, but know that there are people like me here that wish you only the best and remember, the best is yet to come!

04/24/2009 - 3:31pm
Viewer

I read that you were really hard on Kelly during the reunion show.
You of all people should know that you don't kick a person when they are down.
Shame on you.

04/24/2009 - 3:03pm
Laura

Lu-Ann--you are wonderful,honest & try to keep it as real as possible.You are full of class & grace,stay true

04/24/2009 - 2:57pm
Joyce - Fort Lauderdale

Luann, you are gorgeous, no doubt due to your Indian American Heritage. I see you gravitate quite a bit to your spouse's French culture. I think it would be great to see you embrace and discover your own heritage on the show. What is your tribe for example? What are their customs?

04/24/2009 - 2:54pm
Leig from Florida

Really- Please gift Kelly with a copy of your book. She needs lessons from you in self-confidence and elegance. You could be her inspiration- like you are to the rest of us. When you smile you really smile... it's infectious! Ever noticed Kelly never smiles with her eyes?

04/24/2009 - 2:53pm
Viewer

You have beautiful, well mannered children. It is nice to see that these days. Although I do appreicate good manners and agree with you on the need for etiquette, the countess, countess, countess chatter is getting real old.
You would be a lot classier is you quite tooting your own horn. Also, it wasn't very classy to refer to Mario's bussiness as a Religious Boutique. He is actually working for a living which is admirable.

04/24/2009 - 2:18pm
Elisabeth , Va Viewer

Countess,
I to bought your book today, along with Bethenny's I am having a great time reading both. Sorry being late for one's own party is not very smart, It can make others feel less than. I would have been there before the party started to make sure all was well and to greet and thank folks for coming...Does she have a copy of your book ?

04/24/2009 - 1:25pm
A real American Indian

Luann...I really wish you wouldn't mention that you have an American Indian background. You are an embarassment to us real Indian people. You are shallow, conceded, disrespectful, you boast and gloat all the time and are simply clueless about the real ways of Indian people. Luann and Indian = an oxymoron.

And wearing the sorry excuse for a custume that you did on Halloween confirms - you are a foolish mockery.

04/24/2009 - 1:15pm
chester-puppy

Welcome to CT Countess!
I hope your book signing in Madison goes well tonight.
Bethenny should have given out samples of her muffins there. The people are down to earth and also Jacques Pepin has a house in town.

04/24/2009 - 12:51pm
Viewer

MAYBE YOU COULD GIVE KELLY A COPY OF YOUR BOOK, OR BETTER YET READ IT TO HER.

04/24/2009 - 12:48pm
Norma

Dear LuAnn,
You are such a lady. You've impressed me more than any other housewife. You were so gracious, and helpful, and inspiring to the girls at the school. I loved it when you were playing basketball in high heels :) I can see the love you have for your daughter and also the rest of your family. Wishing you all the best.

04/24/2009 - 12:02pm
Joyce Brewington

Countess:
You are one of my favorite Housewives. You made such an impression, I believe two seasons ago when Simone went to the dinner party with Alex and Romona so rude to him. Your response to her was something like, "Well, now that he is here we are going to welcome him, right?" Now that is class.
I envy the relationship you have with your daughter. I know it's not perfect but it looks like you have a good "rapor" with each other. My daughter is 17, graduates in June, will be 18 late June and boy do we clash. She is so independent, which I love, but she sure does have a mind of her own let me tell you.
Housewives of New York are my favorite. Can't wait to get your book. Enjoyed your "excerpt" on your blog.

04/24/2009 - 10:53am
Billye

PS - I am going to buy your book. Sorry I did not mention that.

04/24/2009 - 10:50am
Billye

I loved you on M&J today. You are truly again a special person. Your kids will be so proud of you in years to come. I am so proud of you.

04/24/2009 - 8:05am
Reader in DC

I bought your book because you wrote it, without regard to its content. I was so pleasantly surprised by the content that I had to submit this note of appreciation. It is well written with only one word I would have chosen differently (remarkable!) and it nicely combines the qualities of being a thorough etiquette guide with being an interesting account of your experiences. Thank you for writing it.

04/24/2009 - 1:35am
Inoki

To Katherine-
Your response to Brenda Dillon is laughable. All of us have the right to express opinions, that's what Add your
own comment means, it not just for you! At least Brenda did research on the book (not on any top seller list) so
telling her to "wise up" is ironic--no one in the USA calls her "Countess", read a history book and you'll find out why, oh and "Wise Up"!

04/23/2009 - 9:21pm
LynnSTL

LuAnn, thank you for reminding Americans what manners truly are and why we need them. I agree with another viewer, who would be trick-or-treating with their children between 9-11pm? Kelly should have been at her party to greet her guests. What was she thinking? She needs to apologize to each of the Housewives personally not try to make them feel bad for not being there when she finally arrived.

04/23/2009 - 8:53pm
Here in CT

Please do another book signing in CT. Something closer to New Haven would be Fab!

04/23/2009 - 6:39pm
Viewer

You are a classic beauty. It is funny that you make more of this goofy countess business which means nothing to Americans, yet you tend to be quite modest about your beauty and admirable state of fitness you have kept yourself in. I love your gracious ways. Remember, the time spent with your kids is all you will care about when your are old and grey and still a babe I bet.
Sorry to laugh, but you sure didn't know your audience if you think those girls you were trying to uplift knew or cared about the Suez Canal. Hysterical. Best to you.

04/23/2009 - 5:03pm
Brent

LuAnn, You Rock! Of all the housewives, (Atlanta and Orange County included) you are the only one who seems to really have a BRAIN. You seem truly genuine and very compassionate...and you always seem to keep in mind the cameras are still rolling. Hurray, a reality TV personality that's entertaining and not embarrassing to watch.

04/23/2009 - 5:01pm
Robbie

There is not one comment on here that is critical of you in any way. Nothing but compliments about how wonderful you are. Quite a change from every other Real Housewives message board I've seen. What a colossal ego! You're not fooling anyone, Luann. People would respect you so much more if you let the bad in with the good. It just seems so phoney! And no-class, if I may say so, Countess.

04/23/2009 - 4:04pm
Viewer

and really --- who trick or treats with their children at 11pm at night!!!!!

04/23/2009 - 2:21pm
Amanda

I think you're doing great Countess by handling everything with elegance and class. You are an insperation. What advice would you give me as far as handling my sister in laws who are very catty and jealous? They team up and say mean things that throw me off, how can I save face in front of my family?

04/23/2009 - 1:59pm
Viewer from Albuquerque

I think you and the others were right to have stayed the hour or the hour and a half that you did and then leave, especially if you didn't know most of the other people who were attending. I think Kelly was VERY inconsiderate not to have called or texted one of you to explain her delay.

What she did was rude and her excuse that she had to take the children Trick or Treating was lame... at best. Alex and Simon have children -- and they made it to her party; and were early too I might add -- long before she deigned to show up.

Your "Off With Her Head" was the perfect note for you and the others to have left on.

04/23/2009 - 1:51pm
Viewer

LuAnn, you are very likeable if... you could maybe take yourself a little less seriously as the forefather of etiquette, etc. I think that it is so blatently obvious that your kids, especially, your son craves more time with you - and your daughter lacks facial expression or even any sort of reaction in her eyes throughout the show. I am not sure if she is being stoic or if she is just that way - I am surprised with your personality that she is not more animated. It would be interesting to know if she is like that when the cameras are off. Your comments at the boys and girls club to the girl who wanted to do modeling that her weight could come off, that's the easy part - omigosh, how totally insensitive. You were there to inspire and share positive self-esteem, and you knocked her lower than she likely felt before you came. A 20-minute spiel on your "countessness" shows you completely lack any sort of socioeconomic sensitivity, and that your "giving back" (which you mention on every show) is just for show. I think the first step to truly being able to educate people about class is to have some.

04/23/2009 - 1:12pm
Cindy-Washington DC

Hi LuAnn,
Wish you all the joy and success with the book, the show and all your endeavors! We girls have to stick together. I was wondering where you got that spectacular turquoise necklace (and what looked like the matching bracelet on the last show)? Chances are you'll tell me it was a one of a kind piece you found from a Native American jeweler. I don't need/want the same one, just something similar. I'm telling my husband, "Turquoise is the new black"---he's not buying it...literally!

04/23/2009 - 12:37pm
Clt

Victoria is a doll, she seems to be getting along well at school. She has the teenagers habit (or Kelly B's) of inserting "like" into random places in a sentence. Please point this out to her. It makes a person sound dumb. You handled the party well and I hope went on to a better one. We know by now that Kelly has no sense of reality or tact. I hope you gave Mario a piece of your mind about making a slick comment about your divorce. He's trying to clean it up on this week's blog, but dont' buy it. Congratulations on the book.

04/23/2009 - 12:24pm
Viewer

Good luck with the book Countess, I hope you have a great time on your book tour. I loved the scenes of you with Victoria this week. Hi to Rosie, who still looks great by the way after her mega-makeover.

04/23/2009 - 12:22pm
Clara

Found your book! Love to see you in Boston for a signing. I remember being Victoria's age and finding bargains too. A book about the changes in families and proper relationships in tough times would be a good thing.

04/23/2009 - 11:47am
Bette

LuAnne - Heather Graham said on the Bonnie Hunt Show this morning that she was interviewed by you and you were happy - "not like the other neurotic housewives." Is there a new career in your future?

04/23/2009 - 11:34am
wendyb

Would love to see you at a signing in Seattle. You are a lovely person.

04/23/2009 - 11:28am
sokol

Luann, I love the way you dress. Can you give any information on where you buy your clothing.

04/23/2009 - 10:15am
Lauren

Countess,
I think you and your daughter got ripped off by the street vendor! Who ever heard of paying $80 for a necklace on the street! You should have offered $20 for both or nothing at all. Ha!

04/23/2009 - 10:03am
Viewer

LuAnn, You always mention that your Native American. Just curious what you have done for the Native American Indian community?

04/23/2009 - 8:57am
Phyl

LuAnn,

You're a classy chick! Hope you can stay out of the Beth and Kelly ego wars.....someone needs to put them both in their place. BTW, how old is Kelly??? Seems like she wants to be like Demi Moore, older woman with younger guy who has near teenage girls..what is that all about?

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