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Countess - You dress with so much class. I enjoy watching the show just to see your incredible style. I loved the dress you wore during the reunion show. Who was the designer??? Loved It!!!

Countess,
Though I think you are very classy, I think that your comments about how "Men are tired of being equal with women" was completely wrong. You should support strong, opionated women like yourself, not brainwashed Stepford Wives.

LuAnn
I think your great. You give advice because you care but not everyone takes it that way some seem to think your being rude but I think your a careing person and if you have something to offer that you feel will help then you want to help they need to stop being so sensitive.

Luanne, I really liked you in the first season, but your obsession with your title has made me sad. Our constitution says.

"Article I, Section 9, Clause 8:

“ No title of nobility shall be granted by the United States: and no person holding any office of profit or trust under them, shall, without the consent of the Congress, accept of any present, emolument, office, or title, of any kind whatever, from any king, prince, or foreign state. "

So unless Congress has granted you the tile of Countess in the US, we along with the pizza delivery people do not have to recognize your title, which does not exist in the United States and is unconstitutional. I'm sure your a Countess in Spain, but it's illegal in the US for you to be a Countess.

Sorry, I see your fundraisers, but I've sent a husband to Iraq for three tours, I'm not arguing about who is going organize the cocktails or appetizers. If I only had that to worry about. You guys have a great exposure, and you use it so blithly. True heroes are so under-rated. I loved Ben Steins last article, there wasn't any fashion shows or smoozing. You have an audience, use it wisely.

You seem so calm housewives overall! You and Kelly are so cool together. Keep invite to all your events; especially, Bethenny is there who doesn't like Kelly much. So drama. Romada and Alex & her husband - what is it going on her? "NO DEPTH" LOL

I love to watch the show but I gotta say when you come on I run for the remote and have to mute you. I cant stand the wat you ALWAYS find it your place to tell people how they should act or what they should say. Your a so so catalog model give it a break. Id be curious to know what kind of person you were before you got your countess title not like that means anything in the US. I hope someday you watch the show and see the way you treat people and are ashamed of yourself. You annoy the hell outa me (just had to tell you)

Again this week you are completely uncountess-like. You actually sat in a fashion show ripping apart the other housewives. How is that polite? role-modelish? becoming of royalty? Talk about contradictions - the new, self-appointed dean of etiquette pointing out the faults of others in public? Oh my land, Countess, please take a giant dose of reality.

OMG! Did you even realize that the entire time that you were "devoting time" to the "American Cancer Society" there was a woman that was clearly going through chemo (wearing a pink baseball cap) doing prep work while the rest of your "privelidged @sses" thought you were doing her a favor? Good Lord, get a grip you pompass snops. Romana? Stop the crack or else the botox. You look like you are going to go postal at any given moment. As for the your Countessness and the model. I've seen better horsemanship on the fence line. However, I bet you know nothing of that. Bethany...Eat. Jill? Keep it real.

I just wanted to add that I support the donation that she is putting into cancer research. I would like for LuAnn and everyone to check out cancersucks.com, charity that raises money for cancer research by hosting several different events throughout the year...

I think what Ramona said at the hope lodge was distastful. Doing it in front of your daughter made me want to reach through the tv and slap her. You go girl!

Dear Countess,

For the sake of your children join the rest of the planet earth....."Countess is Countless" this is 2009, no one in the real world cares about the "Countess Stuff". Leave the attitude behind and join the real world. Your daughters friends looked like they were being TORTURED at the luncheon, if you are writing a book, good manners is "not making a horses A-- out of yourself bragging and self promoting all of your wonderful character.

The act is OLD AND TIRED. It looks SILLY at best.

LuAnn,
Keep doing what you do best, be you. Just remember your audience, you have Ramona who will look for any sign of human fault to validate all of her short comings and Bethenny who is ultra sensitive due to her own feelings of rejection from her boyfriend (possible other circumstances too). I say stay close to Jill, because she will always tell you as it is, to your face, hate it or love it. I also like how you were giving great relationship advice and the manner in which Bethenny received it as if you were trying to undermine the entire feminist movement. I think it is a case of let the record speak for it self, you are married and have been married for a while. Meanwhile Bethenny is still trying to find her self value in other people's words. Good luck with all of them!

ok i am watchin ur show rite now and i luv this show so much plus ur son is very hot and i think bethany took the tuch up thing way to seriously!!!!!!

LuAnn,
Alex is my first favorite, you are my second, you make me smile. I love the way you carry yourself and i love how smug you are. You are a hoot!

You are my favorite housewife.

Luanne. I think you are a nice person...however you come across on the show as being above everyone else. You correct people too much....its pretty rude. Take care. Great show.

A title doe NOT give you class. Remember you were MARRIED into it. I have friends here in Texas who are MULTI BILLIONAIRES that came from nothing. They treat others with so much kindness and class and they actually WORKED for what they have. You on the other hand live in your own little world and seem to think that money makes you who you are. You are NO countess to me.

Countess...Please ignore the people who so rudely are slamming you, I sense some jealousy from these posters.
People do not understand what royality and what nobilty are, they do not understand that your title engades you in social repsonsibilty.
I have no fear of your title, you use it to do vast works of charity.
I am so embarrassed by some of these posts, they are harsh and unfair.

I like LuAnn you remind me of myself. But I have to say you have tried to tell people who you are in a million ways and I still don't know who are! Relax enjoy the show with economy being the way it is right now we don't have time to go back in history!

ONE WORD FOR THE "COUNTESS".... ugh!!!!!!

So, when Ramona made the comment about your husband is an old man... your reaction to that was quite interesting, not that it was wrong. However, I'm twenty and I've been with and dated my fair share of older men-being in their late thirties and earlier forties...and trust me I've been commented on thousands of times, but I don't care because my opinion is what matters at the end of the day. Soooooo if you ever get a comment like that again just let it roll off your shoulder because you know your husband is a stud, and Ramona's opinion is so miniscule.

Dear Countess, let everyone know that the great family that you came from has a dubious past.

failure of the project is sometimes referred to as the Panama Canal Scandal, after rumors circulated that French politicians and journalists had received bribes. By 1892 it emerged that 150 French deputies had been bribed into voting for the allocation of financial aid to the Panama Canal Company, and in February 1893 de Lesseps, his son Charles (b. 1849), and a number of others faced trial and were found guilty. De Lesseps was ordered to pay a fine and serve a prison sentence, but the latter was overturned by the Cour de Cessation on the grounds that it had been more than three years since the crime was committed.

And 27500 workers died in this debacle.

I'm a bit confused. You appear offended if not addressed with the title "Countess" in front of your name. These titles are outdated and meaningless anymore, aren't they? And, I believe the peasants ran to the U.S. to get away from people with titles, so why should we care? You seem to feel superior and expect respect that is not required nor warranted. Were you like this before you married the Count, or did it come with the title?

I think you're great, LuAnn. There's nothing wrong with giving advice to others, but only if someone ASKS for the advice. Though I'm sure you have a lot of knowledge & experience to share with your friends & with the viewers, sometimes you come across as if you believe you know better than anyone else.

I also want to add that the women you SHOULD be giving advice to are in OC, not NY. I think Tamra & Vicki could benefit from a session of "Class With The Countess." Please consider doing us all this service and educate them. Thanks!

The way you treated your housekeeper (and the woman who spends so much quality time with your children) upon her arrival back to your home after a vacation was pompous and rude! You commented on how much you missed her and how awful it was that you had to do "her" chores while she was gone but you didn't even respect her enough to say "we missed you" or have the kids make a cake or even a welcome back banner! You took her to the laundry room and instructed her on what she needed to do for you and then the family proceeded to open gifts she brought back with her! Gross!

Dear Countess:

I adore you and am very pleasd that you are including a chapter on "teen" etiquette in your book - a greatly needed chapter in these times.

I must admit I was taken aback at your comment to Bethany regarding the airbrush "scandal", nonetheless, I admire and adore you greatly!

I still do not understand why you were so upset by the comment made about your husband's age. People say that to me and my husband is only 6 years older. I like older men and I have never taken any offense to that comment. My husband laughs at it and he has told me that he likes that people think are ages are far apart, he said he likes that people think I am younger. It is not a big deal for other people, why would that comment upset you ?

Countess LuAnne -
While I am unsure if you actually see these notes, I decided to take a chance and hope that you do.

I want to express my gratitude for the class, grace & elegance you have shown. It does not take money to carry ones self with manners. You are the only one on the show who has shown this to me. As a woman living in the very low end of the financial scale and trying to raise three decent young men, I appreciate what I have learned from you. I will purchase your book and look forward to reading it.

Peace 1st -
Oz

Luann,

I think you are great! I love you and Ramona this season! Bethenny has become annoying...I thought she was VERY rude to you when you mentioned your book deal to her. Why does she feel as if she is the only one that deserves success?????

Dear Countess - I just love watching you on the show. I admire you very much and please continue to hold your head up. I feel that a title puts the others off, so the only way they can deal with it is to downplay it so that they feel elevated to you. You know in your heart that you are trying your best to support others in need. I admire that you are involved with charities and support your other castmates in their causes as well. I love how you handled Bethanny's issues about the magazine cover...she is ultra sensitive because she did keep harping on it as though she was enjoying putting you through an apology that could've been wrapped up in two words - "I'm Sorry!" I look forward to seeing you on future episodes and I'm rooting for you!

I don't get why people are always criticizing the housewives one way or another. I think you are all cool and bring something different to the show.

Whenever someone wants to write a book or do some other project, why don't people simply wish them the best?

Anyways...all my friends and I enjoy watching you and like your perspective. Keep it up.

Countess de Lesseps, I enjoy watching you on the show. You have great class and character. At the same time you know how to have fun. You handled yourself eloquently when Ramona made the age comment about your husband. I think we should all strive to have that much poise. I would've had to hold myself back not to slap her. I also want to thank you for the work you do to fight cancer. I lost my uncle a few years ago, and it was so hard to see how he declined in his last days. You must have a tremendous heart, as you were there by your father's side in his final days. It takes a very strong person to do that. The fact that you are now using your experience and your resources to help others, is a true testament of your character. Keep it up!

For heaven sake, convince your "Housewives" friends to go with you to a local movie theater and watch "Slumdog Millionaire." You women all need a good dose of true reality. If and when you allow the impact of that movie to sink into your consciousness, maybe you'll realize how truly fortunate you are to have such rich lives - not that any of you deserve those lives, but neither do the poor deserve to live in horrendous slums and there by for the grace of God...

Hi LuAnn
Just watched an episode relating to your father's battle with cancer. I'm participating in the Ride to Conquer Cancer, a bike ride from Vancouver to Seattle. Would you like to sponsor me?
http://www.conquercancer.ca/site/TR/Events/Vancouver2009?px=1760603&pg=p...

Thanks,
Blair

I agree with the viewer "Candy" who advises you to quit giving Bethenny advice, and to stay away from Ramona! I also agree that they are insecure. They are mocking you. The interaction with Ramona was at an inappropriate time/venue however, you are human. She hurt you, and she did so in front of your child. People are being very hard on you. Countess or not mean spirited people can sometimes get the best of you. You reacted as many would. Especially since your daughter was involved. I admire you. I like your easy sense of style, and the fact that usually you seem to be quite comfortable in any situation. Viewers should remember that you are human afterall, but you may want to choose your friends wisely ;) you don't need the negativity. It is nice to see you getting to be closer to Kelly.

Hi countess! I actually disliked both you and Ramona last season, but love you both this season! Even though you two sometimes disagree, I think you are both great women, and good caring moms.
On the other hand, I really liked bethany last season, but find her intolerable this season. She seems very self absorbed, and I thought she was very rude to you when you told her about your book deal. It almost seems as if she feels she is the only one who deserves succcess..Possibly bc she didn't have the easiest life.

Give LouAnn a break. She's totally fun to watch, full of contradictions, smooth, great sense of humor, and gracious. I like Kelly as well. As far as the popular Bethany and Ramona are concerned, I don't trust them. They act like they do not BS and 'say it like it is' but you know what...it's the in-between lines that are troubling. They are ultra sensitive when their egos are at jeopardy. They are extremely judgmental if other people don't behave in the psudo common man style....remind me of the workers in the kitchen who attack anyone who does not curse.

I personally think the whole cast and the show are annoying. First do you guys know ANY Black people? Do you even speak to any? Oh yeah, you comment that the housewives of Atlanta were like a "bad rap video"???!! Wow...even though you all are just as catty and Lord knows Bettheny is just as wild and outspoken as any one of them. Yes NeNe was a bit ghetto but the rest of the cast was just like you guys. Uh..white girl Kim was just as bad. Shawne of Atl had more class and was sweeter than any of you. Racism will never end..especially when it comes to white folk with money!!

Countess,
I think you are wonderful and kind, you care about others. I recently lost my mother to cancer and the scene at Hope Lodge last week so upset me. You knew why you were there but Bethenny and Ramona, how selfish that they were discussing ridiculous things in the midst of people who are obviously undergoing cancer treatments. your comment to Bethenny about her photos to me sounded like a concern not a dig. She is so sensitive yet she cuts other people apart any chance she gets...please let go of her as a friend...she does not deserve you at all. Thank you for all the work you do to help others. Your children are so well behaved and respectful and that does not happen by itself. I commend you!!

Dear Countess,
In these trying times, you a great inspiration to me. I admire your amazing grace and class. It's such a lost art. I've ordered your book and I plan to re-invent my self. It's never too late for personal growth and improvement!

I love all the cleaver and to-the-point comments on here....they're absolutely spot on. You are completely transparent, vain....basically, someone that obviously feels the world revolves around themselves. I'm sure Bravo loves all the drama for ratings, but to the viewers it's disgusting. Ax this truly DESPERATE woman from the show.

I find the show atriously funny.

LuAnn, please show a little class at the charity events. Practice what you preach. Please don't give out equitette tips, or dating advice modern women are cringing.

You are no Princess Grace or Princess Diana, you seriously lack the humility or grace, especially those around you. Although you are rightfully human, you don't come close to what a real countess is.

Here on Long Island we have a real Countess that donates her time and money to Mather Hospital and other projects. In public, the Countess is gracious, caring and generous, and she touches the lives of so many people on Long Island. She gives dignity to terminally ill patients, especially to the children. And regardless of her title, her beautiful spirit emanates through, and people gravitate towards her. I think being a good countess probably doesn't make high ratings on Bravo, so stick to your persona.
What's next LuAnn? A variety/sports show "Countess" LuAnn wrestling Hogs in mud. Who names their child LuAnn?

Luanne or should I say the Countess,
First of all your whole call me the Countess thing, shows how little class you have. I am sure Princess Diana the princess of the people did not act this pretentious. Which shows little in class. Correcting people and making them feel stupid is not classy. Second how are you going to write a book, your blogs aren't even interesting to read. Its one thing to think you are an expert in the field, its another to actually be a good writer. I hope you had some help, you need it (remind you a little of a comment you made to Bethanny about retouching). Finally, you speak with your mouth open, you make rude comments, and you speak while other are speaking at various events. You are rude, so how can you possibly write a book about class and etiquette.

We don't have countesses or counti or what ever they're called. Unless you include Mrs County Chocula. If you want to use the title, i suggest you move to Europe. Wait....regardless.....I suggest you move to Europe!!

hello, sorry but that comment about Bethany's touch up you said I HOPE SO, not nice or countess like. BUT the Alex moment of them writing a ridiculous worthless book that was class. You said it very gracefully, even though i would have laughed.

I know many people don't agree, but I love LuAnn. She is a strong woman and I respect how she says it like it is but stays classy and respectful at the same time. It was so wrong of Romona to judge, whether it be about her about her daughter going to boarding school, or her husband being slightly older than her. To each their own! Like LuAnn says, 'People make the world go 'round.' Of course not everyone has the same views or beliefs, what kind of snooze-fest would we live in if that were true?? I also think Bethanny was a bit too sensitive about LuAnn's comments about the airbrushing... just shows that she was insecure about her looks, which she has NOTHING to worry about. I think (most) the housewives are extremely attractive, with the exception of Romona... her personality makes her ugly. Love the Countess!!

I think it is absolutely ridiculous that you insist on flaunting your title of countess. Unless you were born into it, which obviously you were not, it is not impressive. You "married" into that title which does not entitle you to think you are better than anyone else. You are a complete hypocrite to say it was the worst thing for someone to act better than others because you sure exemplify that. Who makes you the expert on class? If you have to talk about it, then you do not have any. You are completely self-absorbed and I feel sorry for your children if you are their role model.

Quite entertaining defending your husband against Ramona...then in a snide remark..you say" Ramona theres a reason your eyes do this"...??? Real classy move COUNTESS!

I've allready written my comment but forgot to mention one thing; YOUR HUSBAND IS OLDER! THAT SHOULDN'T EMBARASS YOU TO THE POINT THAT YOU LOOSE TOUCH WITH WHAT YOU ARE DOING AT THE CANCER SOCIETY! EMBRASE YOUR HUSBAND! NO MATTER WHAT HIS AGE! HE'S GIVEN YOU AND YOUR CHILDREN A GREAT LIFE! BE THANKFUL!

LuAnn,
I was so disappointed in how you handled your etiquette lunch. You were so rude when correcting the girl at the end with her elbows on the table and then even more inappropriate when you answered question from the young woman about cutting the meat. You ridiculed her and it was not a kind way of teaching. I think you could have some good advice, work on your delivery. Make sure you are approachable to people, they want to feel comfortable to ask their questions, and if you are the expert, then you should know all, and that includes being polite and respectful in your answer.

For someone with a title as regal as "Countess", some of her etiquette does not live up to her title or what she claims. LuAnn speaks with food lodged in her throat cavity and in her mouth everytime I watch the show. This occurs whether she is out to lunch, dinner, or grabbing a snack in the morning at home. It is simply repulsive and disgusting. I hope she thinks before she speaks about how perfect her etiquette is, next time.

You should stop giving advice and looking down on everyone else. I think it's funny that you can comment on Alex writing a book about children. Do you even know your children's birthdays or does your nanny have to remind you? At least Alex and Simon are not sending their kids away for someone else to raise. Without "the Count" you are just another low life model like your abusive friend Kelly. Instead of writing a book about etiquette why don't you READ a book on etiquette (or pay someone to read it to you)???

LuAnn, I am a fan of the show but sometimes all of you ladies get very petty and silly. There are some real important issues to deal with out in the Hamptons. Recently, I visited a horse rescue farm out East near Southampton.I brought my 12 year old daughter and volunteered our services. I know that you are a horse lover. Maybe some of the Housewives energy could be used in a positive way. There are quite a few located out there.

So here's a thought..... Lu Ann... did you happen to realize that twice in last weeks episode you were caught on camera talking with your mouth full of food... I'm just saying.... Doesn't that coincide with manners and proper etiquette???

Dear Luanne
I would like to know what Native American tribe you a member of. If you are not a member of a Tribe, please stop making statements indicating you are a Native American, you maybe a descendant or do you even know this?, a descendant is in a direct line from a Registered Tribal Member. I am a Tribal Member and believe me tribal members take offense to people who are always claiming to be a "American Indian". So if you are not a Tribal Member or a direct descendant of a Tribal Member stop stating you are a American Indian, very bad bad manners and insulting to real Tribal Members. If you are indeed a registered Tribal Member than accept my apology.
Thank you,
A True Native American

Dear LuAnn,
I think you are FABULOS!!!! There are a lot of nasty comments being written but hold your lovely head high and know that the true ladies of the world think you are a good friend, mother, and Ramona could certainly learn a few things from you, maybe give her a free copy of your book.

I love your hair. How do you stay so thin. You must work out.

I just saw the cover of your book. You were beautifully airbrushed.

My dearest Countess,

If I were straight, I'd ask you to marry me! But I am not. I think that you managed the "Ramona situation" in a good way (the age issue). I can't beleive you are still talking to that woman! I like her, do not get me wrong, is just that I like you better. She needs to learn not to open her big mouth all the time! Can somebody tell her that! By the way...you are soo fabulous!

I think you're fabulous! In my opinion, when people are insecure they attack the one they think is better than them and obviously, they think it's you. You are a strong female figure and have your own way of doing things and you don't whine about everything, like most of the others! Keep on being you LuAnn!

Hello- I've tried writing several times, but have had some trouble submitting. Wanted you to know that I saw your mother on one of the shows and recognized her immediately! I was your father's hospice nurse in CT. I still have his prayer card. I met you, but never put it together that it was you on the show. Glad you and your family are well.

I think the name of your book is great. Don't listen to Bethany

Yikes! There are some very nasty comments here. I don't think any of them are warranted. I think the show is entertaining, the women are all wonderful in their own way, and everybody who watches the show should just lighten up. Lu Ann, you are a smart lady. Don't pay any attention to these nasty comments. Some of them appear to come from some rather lowly women. I suppose that comes with the territory of appearing in a reality show, but all I wanted to really say is "Thanks for sharing parts of your life with us. It's always fun to see what you're all up to."

Luann,

I admire your style and coolness underfire. People like small minded Ramona can never truly admire someone with your panache. Old money vs. new...enough said.

Wow! The criticism on this blog is harsh! As entertaining as many of the cast are, LuAnn de Lesseps is, by far, the most interesting, refined, and cultured. Period! It's easy for middle class trash TV worshippers to sit around judging the world, despite their pathetically limited life experiences. What's not so easy, is to accept that no one is perfect! If you (I'm referring to every single blogger) had cameras penetrating and recording intimate details of your family life, friendships, and day-to-day goings on (whether you signed up for it or not), then you too would be subjected to the uninformed and rash opinions of complete strangers! How do you think that would work out for you? Not very well, I'm sure. Give this lady a break! She's human, and appears to mean well. Her only crime is being human! The "title issue": She is a Countess! Whether or not a person respects that fact, she has the right to request being addressed as such. If a person chooses to ignore or criticize that request, then that is their choice (A rude and direspectful choice, I might add). Expecting to be introduced to a driver as Mrs. de Lesseps is neither unreasonable nor snobbish, it's a matter of respect! Why would Bethenny think it appropriate to introduce a service worker to her as she would another friend (i.e. equal)? I would be offended if a friend introduced me to a service worker or child by my first name. It was totally inappropriate, and LuAnn handled it very well. She mentioned it to Bethenny quietly in the car, and with little production. The "book issue": Why shouldn't LuAnn have written a book about etiquette? She never said she was the "authority" on etiquette. No one would seriously assert that claim, as etiquette is often a matter of perspective. That being said, LuAnn is perfectly entitled to write a book citing her perspective on etiquette and everyday manners. Perspective. Isn't that what all books are? Lay off, people!

You wrote: "there is something to be said for being elusive and mysterious and not talking too much about yourself or your business."

Amen sister. Truer words were never written. So, if you sign on for a new season, take a page out of your own book, and keep your mouth shut. And, just maybe, you'll be able to redeem your shattered reputation.

Peace out.

Can everyone just get off LuAnn's back. Good grief. I am growing very tired of the "I loved you last season but not this season" crap and the name calling. I would love for all of the viewers to have a blog where any one in the world could write really hurtfull and nasty comments about them. Then get up every morning and read them and tell me how nice it makes you feel. I cannot get over this crap people write.

Don't feel bad about the hamster. They only live about 2 or 3 yrs. Fish are often tranquilized for shipping. Some don't make it. Also, the chlorine in tap water will poison them over time. Don't worry about peta knocking on your door anytime soon. Just wanted to drop this line so the kids won't feel so bad.
I also understood what you were trying to tell Bethenney. It just came off old fashioned. In her blog she comments that she thought it was out of touch, yet mentioned that men should open the door, pull out the chair and yes, pay too. Sounds a little old fashioned doens't it! hee hee! Oh, this is just for laughs , I really don't know how you handle all this. take care

Countess, why didn't you correct Kelly when she asked her daughter to "pass the lettuce sandwich to Luann", I was waiting for the reprimand.
Are you and kelly sisters? You look alike,speak alike and have the same vocal tone. You seem close even tho Kelli is a newbie.

countess,

did you attend and/or graduate from college? if so, where?

I find you hilarious! A walking contridiction and so full of yourself. I loved you last season, and I'm in hopes that this new LuAnn is just for ratings.
Does your husband ever get to be on the show? I would bet that he rarely calls himself "The Count"...is that why you milk it for all it's worth? (which in this day and time, isn't much)

Earlier this week, I was home recovering from a medical procedure and watched a marathon of The Real Housewives of NYC. I had never seen the show before this day. The thing that keeps jumping out at me is that; where would any of them be if they lost all of their money? It doesn’t appear that any of them would have any true friends at all. I once lead a very privileged life much like the “housewives”. Then one day, out of the blue, it was all gone. This included my husband. All of the women in my life that I believed were my friends were in fact not. I no longer could afford the country club or attend galas and luncheons, etc. I was out of the socialite scene. The same could happen at any given moment to any of these housewives. Where would they be? The only one I saw that had any qualities of a true friend was Jill. She obviously comes from a loving and wonderful family that taught her something about friendship and loving. The rest I found shallow, egotistical, jealous, selfish and quite cruel. All of the housewives are fabulously beautiful on the outside, but what is on the inside? I’ll watch the show again as I found it very interesting. But when I look back at my life, I’m actually glad that now I have true friends rather than just people that need me for the next fund raiser. For all of you who watch the show and think they all have it made, think again and count your blessings.

A recent quote that I read instantly brought you to mind...
"Being powerful is like being a lady, if you have to tell people you are, you aren't".

My friends and I all love to laugh at your arrogance, pretentiousness, shallow condescension, hypocrisy and desperate need for recognition. Keep acting like yourself to entertain us (-:

Do you know what I thought while viewing the episode of Ramona calling your husband old? You carried on and it was so incredibly inappropriate! In the background was a woman wearing a baseball hat.. She was obviously battling Cancer. You were having a hissy fit and I thought, LuAnn calls herself well advised on class and manners and here she is being insensitive and rude to the people not involved on the show? The woman in the baseball cap is in the fight of her life and for her life. In the "Grand Scheme Of Things" does it really matter that someone thinks your husband is old? If you were in the fight of your life, would that statement have meant the same to you? You are doing a great thing at Hope House. Don't lose sight of the goal. You did that night and it was embarrassing for you. How trivial. You have the luxary to worry about such nonsense. You truly need to read a book about class and manners not write one!

Luanne, everyone keeps knocking you for not having "class" which they all define as the ability to have others feel comfortable around you. But I think you are one CLASS ACT. For all those talking about Luanne, how comfortable did she make the lady last season with that used to have the drug problem feel. I didn't see "the countess" I saw Luann a warm and generous person who treated this woman with dignity and respect, she didn't talk down to her or make her feel ill at ease. It was like watching someone talk to an old friend. And how "comfortable" did she make Alex and Simon--not to mention everybody else--feel at that disastrous dinner party where Ramona went coo coo for cocoa puffs? I do have to admit your behavior at the American Cancer Society event was atrocious, and I dislike the way you constantly refer to charity events as "my time" or "my day" when it's NOT ABOUT YOU AT ALL. But underneath it all you're a good spirit, and that's all that matters

I liked you last season. But this season well, you come across as a snob. Enough with the "countess" thing. No one cares. If this is the kind of thing that makes you feel good about yourself then move to Europe, they seem to be impressed with titles. We are not here in America. Aren't you from Conn.?

Luann, please stop giving advice to Bethanny and stay away from Ramona. Bethanny is insecure and the both of them are jealous of you. It pains me to see how the both of them laughs behind your back about your book and for being a contess. Please stay away from them.

I liked you last year but am very disappointed to see such a differnt side this year.
I wish you had more self awareness, it's sad to watch you put yourself on a pedestal. There is no where to go but down.

It would be nice to hear you acknowledge your own faux pas, that would seem more genuine and human. I wish you spent half as much time critiquing yourself as you do other people.

LuAnn Delesseps,you are by far my favorite housewife.You are a very intelligent woman.I know how you feel when people,foul up on table manners,I hate it when people have there elbows ont he table and chew with there mouth open it is a major turn off and drives me crazy as well.You give very useful advice and you have a great view on things.Don't listen to Ramona,she is clueless she needs to process things before she says them,Alex is a good man.

"I think there is something to be said for being elusive and mysterious and not talking too much about yourself or your business." I think this was misunderstood as someone not being themselves. I think what you meant was, let the other person get a word in edge-wise, not talk too loud and be a good listener without thinking of what funny thing to say next. Good advice LuAnn.

I think this countess stuff is for Europe not USA!!! Get a grip lady you need to take a look in the mirror you are no different than any woman you pass on those streets of NYC!!! Who were you before you met your husband?? funny until this show no one had ever heard of you now you are giving advice?? come on, work on your own problems before you start dishing out advice to anyone

dear discount louanne, i beg to differ on the episode when you and ramona got into an argument when ya'll were at the cancer society. that was not your night, it was a night for the cancer society, even if you were the coordinator! you have no buisness writing a book on manners if you can not get that straight!

Mrs Delessups,

I assume that is what I am supposed to refer to you as. I had to chuckle at the episode when you said it was the worst thing for someone to act better than others. Do I note a bit of hypocrisy on your part? Surely, it isn't good manners to speak out of both sides of your mouth. Also, I am not sure if it is my tv or are your eyes as green with envy as they appear. You may want to mind your manners when in the presence of Betthany . You can feel the jealousy through the tv.

You do not own etiquette - or helping the sick or disavantaged. Perhaps the classiest thing you could do is treat those who are the recipients of your various causes - who are "so special to you" - as actual equals, instead of as lessers folks. Despite your good intentions, it's clear that much of your service to others is about how it makes you feel, not them...

HOW PATHETIC- YOU SELF-INDULGENT BROADS (ALL OF YOU-)GO ON AND ON AND ON ABOUT YOURSELVES WHEN YOU DON'T EVEN SEEM TO NOTICE THE YOUNG LADY BEHIND YOU IN THE KITCHEN WITH THE BALD HEAD AND PINK BASEBALL CAP HELPING PREPARE THE MEAL FOR THE CANCER CHARITY. BUT- BOY DO WE KNOW HOW YOU ARE SUCH A CHARITABLE PERSON, YOU, YOU, YOU....! WTF!!!!????? YOU REALLY SICKEN ME. WHO HAS A CLUE ABOUT HER AND HER STRUGGLE? DO YOU EVEN KNOW? DOUBT IT!

Luann,

I think you are the most pretentious and ignorant person on the show. For someone who claims to be an expert in the field of manners and etiquette - you seem clueless. You treat service workers like we exist in a caste system and your behavior at the Hope Lodge Outdoor Event was outrageous. You were every bit as rude to the speakers as everyone else yipping and yapping under the tent - also you were terribly overdressed.

Also, I have never had to act soft or less equal to attract a man. I have the most wonderful husband and relationship and he loves me for my outspoken, obstinate, and witty personality. Why should strong women mask their true character to make a man feel more powerful?
Would you tell your beautiful daughter Victoria to be someone else to impress a boy?

Perhaps this sheds some light on your own relationship with the Count.

You really do come across as condescending and self involved. The example that pops into my head is when you were volunteering at the home for cancer patients. You and Ramona argued, and you said that she was ruining your day. Why was that day about you? Shouldn't it have been about the people you were honoring and the work being done there? I do hope that seeing yourself on the show will enable to you check yourself in the future.

I'm shocked how much the other "housewives" are bashing you. You always have positive things to say about them and yet they are dishing you, especially Ramona and Bethanny...you should find new friends.

Luann--I think that you are way too concerned with being a countess. Just be a nice person and that would serve you better. You also shouldn't have jumped down Ramona's throat about your husband being an older man. I am 24 if I married a forty year old people would probably say that I married an older man. Get over yourself.