You are an inspiration, a wonderful, hardworking wife and mother and no one gives you any respect in your family! I would love to have my mom helping me and training me in a profession. Some of the things they say to you make me so mad. I think you are starting to help motivate people on clean house that's good because you have motivated me to want to go back to work and find away to reach some happiness without my husband because, I am in the same position you are in , after he helped me raise my two boys and having one of our own I just can't continue to be with someone who is so mean to use. But I have to get a good job, and a career before I can go on my own. Good luck, and just ignore those bad comments from people in your life. Love Ya.

I can tell your from the Midwest with your perspective...That my dear is a gift of we receive from common sense morals and wisdom. I am a Chi Town girl at heart. Love reading your Blog!

Hi Vicki!

I totally admire you! You are such a strong woman! I'm not here to judge you or talk bad about you...keep doing your thing and do what makes you happy...I wish you the best of luck! GOD BLESS!

P.S. You make the world a better place:)

This Canadian girl has nothing but respect for you in all aspects of your life. You are a hard worker who can balance work and family, and that's admirable. Best of luck to you in the future.

Hey Vicki, just wanted to say that you inspire me in many ways. I am in real estate(have been for 10 years). Your hard work makes me want to stay on course.
The way you love your kids also really makes me want to be a better dad. I wish I would have had a mother like you growing up. The love you feel for them really comes thru. I almost divorced a few years ago, because I worked to much. I am so sorry yours didn't work out. I wish you best, and I hope you find someone to share your life and happiness with.
There is nothing wrong with being a driven person, and they way you care about your employess is fantastic.

My wife gets tired of hearing me talk about how great you are when we watch the show. lol

Have a great one.
Steven
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Life is way too short, enjoy your family and stop working so much!

you're a nice lass, just keep your composure around those who test you. Calm Collective Ice queen is the surefire way to remain an elegant lady at all times.

Was sad to read about your marriage ending, and wish both you and Don happiness in your futures. Good Luck Vicki and WoooHoo *waves fist in air*

Hi Vicki,

Wishing you all the best. I really like you this season. I see a positive change in you. I know that a marriage takes two. I commend you and Donn for really trying to make it work. I hope you are able to remain friends, you both seem like great people.

You seem like you're in a much better place now, and I love all the positivity. However, it kills it a little every time you make a negative comment about the other women. Please don't let Tamra rub off on you that way. Good luck with the single life.

I'm rooting for you Vickie--no matter what. I wish you happiness. All of you.

I must admit, I felt very negatively toward you until I read this blog. I feel for the end of your marriage, but it seems like it was the best thing for you to do. The show makes you seem like work came first.

Stay strong.

VICKI, so sorry for your marriage ending. Give yourself a break, from workaholic tendencies to men. You do WAY TOO MUCH and have little BALANCE in your life. All your important relationships have suffered because of your manic work ethic. We all are proud of our accomplishments, and the "things" we can own due to our hard work, but SERIOUSLY, it has overwhelmed you and left you with the empty "things" in life, not the good relationships with family & friends.
No one ever said on their death bed..."I WISH I SPENT MORE TIME AT THE OFFICE".

No, I don't know what Alexis' husband does for a living and neither is it my business!

Vicki, Keep your head head up and your priorities right where they are. With all of the boobs and puffed up lips floating around on this show, you are the only one that really makes sense to me. Keep it up. You are truly motivational.

I'M SORRY for your pain. You had a long marriage to Donn, and enough marital experience to have known A LONG TIME AGO that the WARNING SIGNS WERE GLARING.
BUT...I don't get why you always compare your relationship with Donn to that of a car. In this blog it's about maintaining the tires. Last season it was the love tank needing re-fueling. I give you credit for trying hard on national TV, but Vicki, you have a highly destructive streak with women on the show, and the men in your lives. I hope you find true happiness.

Vicki,
Please take this advice to heart! I have had one horrible year, i lost my father to Colon Cancer, then my sister in-law to a liver disease! My father worked 4 jobs to keep a happy home! My sister in-law worked her butt off too to raise a child on her own! My point is, you need to stop spending so much time at work & spend a little more with your family, you will one day regret that you never did this when something tragic happens! Second, you need to put a little spice back in your life with Don! I watched that episode last night & i was shocked! you did not even remember what his age was, worst of all you thoughtit was ok! What is wrong with you! Get it together girl, you are gonna lose your husband if you don't! what he does not get from you, he will certainly get from the next woman that shows him the right attention! Further more, the look on your face at dinner was like you had no clue or even wanted to be there! You need to start cherishing what you have before it disappears! When any of the other girls bring up Don, you blow it off like bad mojo! whats up with that? everyone can see you & your family are falling apart! All i have to say is WAKE UP!!!!!!!!!

I didnt always like you, but you are growing on me. I wish you would leave Alexis alone though. What her husband does or doesn't do does not concern you. Don't take digs at her so much. I am sure she does appreciate what she has and even if she doesn't, who are you to judge? You didnt like when others judge you on how you didn't appreciate Don. Anyway, concentrate on being happy and I am sure you will evolve into an even better person.

Hi Viki,
I was watching this weeks show and wow I felt very uncomfortable in my own house watching the date night at the fish resturant. The way you both spoke to eachother seemed like you didn't even know who the other was as if out on a first date. I really hope that you both can work it out, but like you said it takes two and with the 9 or 10 yr diff between you both you as the younger of the two need to learn to compromise and put aside work every now and then. Hire an assistant or something to take on part of that huge role you have so that you can enjoy more time with your husand. As for Grenchen calling Slade "tubba wubba" wow I would not have a husband left if I did that. She may have been joking but in every scene she was saying it and to a man their looks are important to them and that's disrespecting them and ruining their convidence...she needs to keep that down to a minimum. Love the show tho!

There is more to life than just work!!! Sadly you couldn't balance work and family at the same time. I hope you learned that you need to spend more time with your loved ones and treasure those moments because they go away quickly.

Hi Vicki-

I must comment on your response and actions to the Rosary that was given to you by Tamra. You were extremly disrespectful when you stated you would hang it from the mirror in your car. Really???? A Rosary should be blessed by a Priest and used when praying, not hung from the mirror in your car.

Vikki,here in the uk we are a bit behind with our episodes.However may i say-
Yes vikki you work,many,many hours.However unlike most of us who work to keep our heads above water you work hard to try and buy a "New Boat".where we come from thats called greed.........................
still said to hear about you and Donn splitting and thank you so much for the woo hoos,i can't stop screaming it.!!!!!

Hey Vicki!

I think it was very classy and sweet the way you spoke about Slade. I see that you are a compassionate lady.

Vicki--join the highly membered club of those of us who wonder HOW ON EARTH Jim is supporting Alexis in the 'manner in which she has been accustomed to' sans work!! Money doesn't grow in trees, and those bills have got to be paid, SOMEHOW. I'm with you Vicki--I don't get why no one is working anymore?! And if you're reading this Alexis, chill, I'm not referring to you. You have small children to raise. Children are always to be a priority.

Vicki I also wish Alexis had listened to you about how extremely risky it is to venture out into a business venture that she knows virtually nothing about! I about screamed when she said she won't "go near a sewing machine." I know you are an experienced sewist, Vicki, as am I. I've been sewing since childhood, and have never even heard of anyone involved in designing who does not also sew! It would be like me deciding to open up my own construction business, lol!! Seriously, I hope it doesn't drive them even deeper into debt!

I wish you well Vicki. I know you are hurting right now. I'm glad you have Tamra, and your beautiful daughter to give you girl power to see you through!

--Vicki, please keep an eye and ear to your son. He may seem all grown up, but I'm sure the divorce is hurting him more than he may let on.

I did think it was a very sad episode concerning yourself and Donn.That is why these blogs are so important whether or not the producers want to say this is edited for drama and to make some appear without emotion and I think that was somewhat done to you last season and they seem to be starting out the same way again. I wish you the best your a great woman! This is coming from a single mom with 3 children trying to make it still very much inspired by someone like you

Hi Vicky
I have only started watching your program the last 3 weeks and i am addicted, i was upset to see you cry this week i think you are a wonderfull woman and out of all on this show if i wanted to be like any of the ladies it would be you. I love your life style, you have a wonderfull family and a loving husband. No one is purfect and maybe you do work a lot but thats not a bad thing and you are smart enough to put it right and spend more time with your hubby when you can. So chin up and dig your heels in . x

Vicky it's your life and your choices. No one knows the true full extent of your relationship or marriage. My compliments to you for keeping that private and not airing your dirty laundry. Hope you are happy with your choices and life becomes less stressful for you as you move forward. You are probably the most honest and real person. I like that about you.

Dear Vicki.

I have nothing negative to ay about you.

You are a truly admirable woman just living life a day at a time.

Keep woo hooing it up !!!

Love you Vicki and I'm so sad about you and Donn. I actually cried when you renewed your vows and was so hopeful that it was a new start for both of you. I hope you both find the happiness you are searching for.

It takes 2 to make a marriage and 2 to break it!!!! one maybe more at fault, but it really doesn't change the dynamic.

Life is too short to be unhappy!!! I don't condone divorce, but at the same rate I don't condone or wish anyone to be miserable in a situation/ relationship that makes them miserable.

Do what makes YOU happy. Sadly enough someone is going to pay a terrible price called HEARTBREAK.

Im curious why you would even sign up to do the Housewives show because you claim all you do is work, so if that's the case, why even spare ten minutes of your time to take away from your love of insurance. Serious question.

You will never receive what you are missing through your job. Eventually you will need to retire and then what do you have? People who place everything in their job end up disappointed when they really should have focused on their family all along. A job will always be a job nothing more. Right now I think it is a diversion for you not to deal with the real issues with Donn.

Vicki, I hate that you feel like you have to apologize to or even explain your relationship with Donn and what you two are going through. Only you and Donn know what's going on there and is not for any viewer of - lets face it - a crazy reality show to judge you or have opinions about your relationship. Those of you blaming her of ruining their marriage really are hitting below the belt. First of all you don't know that, and second, its just not your place to have an opinion. Hang in there, Vicki.

I love you and Tamra together. You guys have a great sense of humor and are the only real ones on the show, except for Peggy (she is a great addition). Stay strong. You rock!

Vicki,
So nice that you said such kind words about Slade. The fact that you are willing to say the past is the past, you see a lighter side of someone shows true character ...and AHEM Alexis...humility and understanding for others is the making of a true Christian. (which Vicki has said for years but hasn't been overly obnoxious about)
So sorry to hear of you and Donn splitting, but I admire you taking the high road and asking for others to repect your family. I think YOU are the most loyal of any of the ladies.
Hang in there and represent the midwest out in Cali baby!

I think you are one of the best housewives on any show! I love your work ethic.. nothing has been handed to you and you deserve all that you have earned. I am sad however that you are not able to turn the work Vikki off to spend more time with your husband. As a small business owner myself I have spent the last 7 years since my youngest son graduated from High School and has been in college and grad school working on my business. College is not cheap and both my husband and I have had work really hard to keep all 3 of our kids in college, our home and our lifestyle in tact. Life is tough and I try as best I can to spend at least one night a week with my husband and Sunday's with all of us. It's not easy and I admit at my busy times during the year there is no time for that and my family suffers.
I think the problem is that you never turn work off . I love my job too and I have the same problems with trying to turn it off. Have you guys tried counseling? I do think that your family doesn't understand your commitment to your business. Maybe if they were just a bit more supportive of you it would make you want to be with them more. I think that is really important for success..

Vicki, You are one of my favs. I am so sorry about you and Donn. I really hope the best for you both. I must say that I have seen such a change in you this year. I was so glad to hear that you and Slade have a better relationship now. Good luck to you and your family.

My thoughts are with both of you ! You both know that I will always consider both of you as friends ! WHAT A ROAD it has BEEN ! I hope you both stay in touch , sorry I missed you Vicki this year , I got there the week after you left .
TELL everybody HI for ME !
ARCHIE

You ROCK Vicki! Sorry about you and the Donn.

Vicki,

It is so hard to watch you degrade Donn.....again and again. But you made a comment that could be "the thing". Donn has put in his days at HD and many others. He is ready to settle into the best days of his life......After putting many years in at the daily grind to give you and your kids the life he felt you all deserve.

Of course we only see one side. But you pride yourself on working hard and being a team player.....However you seemed to have lost sight of all the great things he has done for you over the years. As a woman in business I understand working hard but at what expense? Of loosing a man who loves you. Relationships no matter what type, business or personal take both parties to be invested. So be invested and learn to balance. You will find your joy....in all areas if you have balance. It seems you are just feeling some type of void.

May you find the joy God wants for you......

You are such an inspiration. Your work ethic and your committment to your family. My mom was a hard-working, single mom when I was growing up. She started out at the bottom, and worked her way up to president of the company. She wasn't always around to pack my lunches, but she taught me how to work hard how to be professional, and I have a good career and can take care of myself. I'll take that over packed lunches any day! Your hard work supports your family financially, but you're also teaching your kids good skills that they need in life. It's so refreshing to see that for once! I'm sorry things didn't work out with Don, but you have to do what's right for you. Who wants to be stuck? You're a strong woman, and you're done so much for yourself and your family, so there's no reason for you to be stuck and unhappy in a relationship. Best of luck!

I've watched the show since the very beginning and have always admired your hard working, can do attitude. I was so happy when you and Donn renewed your vows and recommited to working on your marriage. As viewers, we will never know what truly happened to your and Donn's marriage. I'm not one to judge either of you but I want to pass on something that was once told to me.... Remember that no one every lays on their deathbed saying they wish they worked harder at their job or made or money. If they have any regrets it's that they didn't spend more time with their family!

Vicki,
I just want you to know how much I really look up to you! Its unfortunate things didn't workd out with you and Donn, but life is too short to be unhappy, so I hope you both are happy on your seperate ways. This blog made bevery proud of you and this blog sheds a totally different light on you than the camera does.

With love,
Wisconsin

You know I am really seeing a different side of you in this blog. It's different than what we see on tv and it's really refreshing. I know that the show is in the past and it seems that you have done a lot of self searching since then and I think it's great that you are showing a more positive self in this blog. You don't bash anyone and it's great to know that you and Slade are mending the broken past. I wish we knew more about Alexis and her family but it seems as though bravo is not letting her film very much because of Jim. But anyways I will pray for you to keep being strong and being positive! I really think this is a great time for you.