Heather, I think you are great! At first you did seem a little pretentious but after reading your other blog I understand (mainly about the ring comment, but it makes much more sense when you explained it - these shows tend to do that!). I think the dynamic between you and your husband is hilarious, and adds much needed comedy to the lives of those on this show. i agree with the person who commented that you look a little like Cindy from RH New York City, I thought you were related too! Trust me, as a person who gets so annoyed when my mom sends back things or when people are rude to servers I was impressed: although you send things back, you were not rude at all and were very polite about everything (also the fact that your husband made a joke about it before was kindof great so at least the waitress knew to expect it, right?). rich people but who are still beyond polite to servers and others = A+ in my book. You don't need to defend yourself for so much of this (some of the people who comment as well as who are on the show are ignorant and please just brush them off). and ya sure, you got a multimillion dollar husband and you were complaining about the proposal: you were on your way to paris, i agree he could have waited a few more hours! and slade's comments about you being jealous of gretchen: gretchen's obviously pretty, but you are gorgeous so he is just talking out of his ass. and lastly, yeah you may be sensitive but terry's jokes really lighten up the show and your jokes back are great. you can take it cause you can fire them right back! i really enjoyed your breath of fresh air on the show the past 3 episodes, so don't let me down!!! PS the name collette is gorgeous, i've always loved that name.

Heather, I think you are great! At first you did seem a little pretentious but after reading your other blog I understand (mainly about the ring comment, but it makes much more sense when you explained it - these shows tend to do that!). I think the dynamic between you and your husband is hilarious, and adds much needed comedy to the lives of those on this show. i agree with the person who commented that you look a little like Cindy from RH New York City, I thought you were related too! Trust me, as a person who gets so annoyed when my mom sends back things or when people are rude to servers I was impressed: although you send things back, you were not rude at all and were very polite about everything (also the fact that your husband made a joke about it before was kindof great so at least the waitress knew to expect it, right?). rich people but who are still beyond polite to servers and others = A+ in my book. You don't need to defend yourself for so much of this (some of the people who comment as well as who are on the show are ignorant and please just brush them off). and ya sure, you got a multimillion dollar husband and you were complaining about the proposal: you were on your way to paris, i agree he could have waited a few more hours! and slade's comments about you being jealous of gretchen: gretchen's obviously pretty, but you are gorgeous so he is just talking out of his ass. and lastly, yeah you may be sensitive but terry's jokes really lighten up the show and your jokes back are great. you can take it cause you can fire them right back! i really enjoyed your breath of fresh air on the show the past 3 episodes, so don't let me down!!! PS the name collette is gorgeous, i've always loved that name.

I'm glad Bravo decided to add one more lady to this mix. I like it!

LOL! Game on that sounds so childish hahahaha

Hi Heather! What a wonderful start to a great endeavor for you!

When you get your own website up and running, PLEASE post the recipes to the carb-less dishes you served at the painting party. So many of us are waiting for them with bated breath!

Good luck with this season's RHOC!

Is it just me or do you look just like Cindy Barshop from RH NY??? Are you related?

You just insulted the entire South with your comments on the southern way of boiled seafood, then the snooty 'low rent' comments. Big mistake!!!

Most people love the Southern way of eating, the 'crawfish boils' and enjoy the experience of the cajun foods . You are coming across as a very controlling spoiled brat, lacking manners, enjoy making tacky comments (know it all) and "the snob" in most of your scenes on the show, not just Vicki's dinner. So far you are very insulting and judgemental, even a lack of respect with your husband personality (he seems a real nice man), maybe you think you are cute "acting" the part of 'above it all'.
Good luck...

your awesome ...and a great addition to the show!!!

I am in your corner and hope you survive your first season. I find you refreshing and hope you brush the negative comments aside for now. Everyone needs to get to know you.

One fun fact I found out aboutnyou....I see you won Miss Congeniality! This is a coveted title at a beauty pageant....meaning that your peers see you as the most friendly, helpful, genuine and outgoing contestant in the pageant, Miss Congeniality is an award given by the harshest judges of all: the other contestants. That speaks volumes! Really!

My daughter was a runner up, won talent, and Miss Congeniality in a major pageant. I can tell you that I cried when she won Miss Congeniality. It meant more than to me than any of the other titles because it made me so proud of who she is....nice, caring, helpful, and friendly to everyone. I am NOT a pageant mom...In fact, I never entered her in one pageant. I already know how talented and beautiful she is. A formal dress shop owner talked her into entering this and several other pageants when she mistook her for looking for a pageant dress.....when she was actually looking for a high school prom dress.

So....BRAVO to you, Heather, on that honor. It tells me you ARE a very likable and sweet person. I wish you all the luck!

i find your reaction to your husbands jokes so hilarious. its the facial expression of like "ok, not another joke" haha, reminds me of my parents and they have been together for over 25 years! i know it will last with you guys! <3

I don't care what anyone says about you! I think you are honest, straight forward, genuine (something OC ppl don't like about LA ppl.) Your sense of humor is dry but clearly your joking. I do think that Terri like most husbands that are jokers ham it up at the wrong time's.. However, I don't feel bad for him or think you you are irritable without reason. My only advice to you is be nicer to him for the sake of the camera, ha ha.. Live & let live ladies!
I look forward to watching more of the new season with you in it.

Heather,
Why did you decide to join the RH of Orange County? Doesn't seem like something that would really interest you. Just wondering...

I think your husband is awesome . I think you judge a bit much . But once you get the hang of things , you'll see , that all you have to do is sit back and relax .
And you said "she's cute" to Gretchen . She IS ! I like her lots . Give her a chance . She's a positive full of energy . And that is why I think people are set back by her . She has confidence .
You are a cutie also . Don't be so serious , let you hair down and have fun ! ! !

I love you heather! I am not a huge fan of these shows, mostly because of the ladies and their drama-filled lives, but you are different. Clearly, you and your husband are very wealthy but you have such a strong and honest outlook on life, marriage and family. Although I probably won't be as well-off, I hope to have such a content existence as you! Keep it going girl!

I'm not sure that you received the memo, Heather, but Vicki is queen bee. She's the OG (original gangsta) of the Housewives franchise. So I thought it was rude of your husband to call her party "low rent." You seemed more than happy to agree with him. I suppose she's not good enough for you? Clearly Vicki wastrying to put on a fun event for everyone honoring her new beau's heritage through food. Perhaps it wasn't your cup of tea, but you don't have to be mean or condescending about it. Besides, not all dinner parties have to involve caviar and quail eggs. By the way, Vicki's house is quite beautiful, and while your house may be larger and more expensive, hers is likely still more expensive than that of 98 percent of homes across America. I realize that it's all relative, but on rich person calling another "low rent" is rather silly. And especially so in these difficult economic times. P.S...Vicki actually paid for her house from profits from her business, unlike you who simply cashes your husband's paychecks.

I'm sure I will end up liking you more as the show progresses but my first impression of you is not great. You seem a bit pretentious and snobby and you act as if you think you are the most intelligent one in the room. Very off-putting. I was also turned-off by your husband's "low rent" comment concerning Vicki's dinner. Having said all that, you are a marvelous and much needed addition to the show. You ARE very intelligent and it is refreshing. You are not just a carbon copy of so many other "housewives". You are actually very interesting. Great job casting Bravo!

Heather, I think Terry is sweet!!!!!

Go for it Heather!! I luv you and your honesty. This group is not used to directness with class. Don't let them get you- although I have a feeling you won't need any advice on that subject. You can handle these girls just fine!
mmwah! xx

You are by far my fav housewife. I can relate more with you then the rest of the girls and Im from Cali. Stay true to who you are and stay classy all these housewives lack that.

Heather,

I truly think you are a breathe of fresh air for the show, but I think you are too classy for this show. These girls love to fight and cause drama, be careful and watch your back!

Welcome to the world of nerdy Doctor humor! Watching this episode cracked me up! Our husbands are kind if nerds because they had to be! To become a great physician is very hard work, and they don't establish that sense of humor until later. While we were all partying, they were hitting the books. I knew immediately that he was joking! The way you roll your eyes when you just don't have time to deal with it is all too familiar! Obviously the other women will be jealous. They always are. Keep on smiling, we do live the dream.

I don't care how bad you treat your attention starved husband. I just wish you would get off your high horse. I am not sure what makes you feel so superior. You are not more attractive than the other ladies and I have yet to hear of anyone who knows who you are as an "actor". I hope they replace you soon!

Ummmm...play with the big girls? You are the new girl. Get over yourself.

This was the first season of watching the Orange County housewives for me and I must say that thank goodness there is one classy lady in the group. Between Tamara and Gretchen talking about sex like 21 year olds, and Vicki pretending to have some sort of class ("sit down b*thes"...wow...real class act), it was pretty easy for you to look like you didn't belong...and rightfully so! Sure the show managed to show only the negative interactions between you and your husband, but I don't for one minute believe that is the consistent tone in your relationship. I think it's just careful edititing on Bravo's part. As for Alexis (and others) thinking that you're pretentious, so what. Honestly, I think if most people out there had the lifestyle that you do, they'd be right there with you asking for things to be a certain way.

Keep Being You!

I am amazed how the viewers get so involved in the daily ins and outs of this show. It is a television show people. Each person has a part to play and the edits reflect that. I am glad you joined the cast Heather. You seem to be perhaps the most true to your real self and that is refreshing. These other women on the show have become spoiled and honestly downright ridiculous IMO.

I loved Terry! He reminds me of my dads sense of humor. I didn't take his jokes of your marriage seriously, I can tell that he loves you! Like what I see so far from you guys!

I like you! You don't seem like the immature, sex-starved, insecure, neurotic kind of personality like the other women. Gretchen has been my favorite and I hope you will find a true friend in her. Alexis is so plastic ... and I cringe everytime she opens her mouth. A "bubblehead".

Welcome to the show and I hope you hang in there! Counsel your hubby on going "over the top". He really isn't funny. lol

Hi Heather! I love the fact that you call you and your husband a Jew "bood" and having been raised Jewish all my life, I, too, have come to believe in Budist beliefs and it has helped greatly in all aspects of my life. I love the way you defend yourself, but in a sincere, classy way. These girls need to learn from you, they have NO FILTER whatsoever, and need to step back, re evaluate their lives, and begin to make changes.. It's not your job to do that job, but maybe your good manners, intentions, and love of life and family will rub off on them. As a fellow NYer, I understand where you're coming from! Having lost over 100 lbs, I am looking for a good plastic surgeon in the NYC/Long Island area, any suggetions from Mr. Dubrow??? thanks for bringing a breath of fresh roses to the show, I am looking forward to see what happens this season...............A fellow NYer.....Ariania xxx

alexis does not even have to do anything and she is a target.she is confident beautiful and luvs her family and her father above.she does not have to stup to the level of using vile language and talking about sex and body parts.you seems nothing like tamra.i hope vicki and alexis become friends.you will find out how things really go.you are new to the group.lex far from phony.she is so funny doing the news.do not be a meanie like t.

well I think you should be nicer to your husband! I think everyone knew he was joking but you and you have been with him so long???? just confusing how some people treat people they love??? I dont get it I would kill to have a good man and then you all talk to them like they are azzholes.... geeeeezzzzz stop bragging about how much money you make and what things costs... I cant afford anything! be greatful ... i would give my right arm to have .01% of what u have... and to have a man that loved me and could give me a face lift!! lighten up your a beautiful woman on the outside, match that with the inside...

Heather,

I do have to say that I love your class and your sass ... I will say that i can see why you come off as a snob but we all have to remember that some people are raised with traditional values and you are one of them... I know that I was raised very traditional and Sex is something that is not discussed with people you are not familiar with... Even then, respect goes a long way for people's relationships... Though I do love Gretchen (She is my Favorite) I have found a LOVE FOR YOU.... I will say just be yourself and the girls will have to see that not everyone can be like them... Change is good for a group of girls that have seemed to lose themselves throughout the years... Hopefully, they find that being a lady is more important than acting crazy... Though I do enjoy Gretchen and her raunchy sense of humor .. lol... Welcome to the show Heather and you are fast becoming one of my favorites...

Hi Heather,
I remembered you immediately from your short lived television series about a working class college student. Glad to see you back on the small screen. It will be encouraging to see someone start modeling the true values of stong independent women around this group. Currently, these women seem to forget the blessings in their lives and always end up down in the gutter fighting about such utterly petty issues. With all the money and prominence professed by "Housewives Women" the viewer sees little of an independent, successful woman who lives her life as a hard working woman with strong goals for the successful future for her family and herself. Repeatedly on all the Housewives shows selfishness and me..me..me is demonstrated. Women who work hard daily to take care of their family and reach long term goals don't abuse alcohol, party excessively, and vacation at the drop of a hat. Here is wishing you success in role modeling different values of a strong independent woman. Good luck. I'll be watching.

You lost me at the "low rent" comment about Vickie's party. Crawfish, gumbo, etoufee, boudain.... wall are cultural dishes commonly found in the Cajun South. To imply that it's low class has just verified to me that you are a snob with no sense of adventure. You obviously think your way is the only "appropriate" way etc. Also.... this show is really starting to look staged. When you and your husband were talking about "that gal Tamera" like you have never seen an episode? Please!

You do have a New Yorker personality nice to see someone different on the show. Your husband is hilarious! You're very lucky to have him.

I just looked you up on IMDB and I totally know who you are now. My mom and I used to watch That's Life. I didn't recognize you. But I liked that show :)

Your painting party idea was FABULOUS.

You are a 5 Star addition to the RHOC!!!

Heather, I'm really enjoying you and your husband. Alexis doesn't have the "wits" to tangle with you, my dear. That's her problem, she's three steps behind every conversation. I could not believe she told you she was an anchor! I'd given up on this show after last year - I was done! With your addition, and without Tamra and Gretchen fighting I'm watching again, but Alexis needs to go.

Finally some class on this show. Hope you stay true to yourself and not give in to the backstabbing, fighting, and dare I say (I hate this word, but it applies) cat fights. These women set womankind back 100 years...not sure why I even watch anymore. Love your husband btw!!!!

Adore you!

Heather,
Thank you for bringing 'class' to Orange County. I couldn't agree with you more about your blog.......no, you don't discuss your marriage (and what goes on behind closed doors with a bunch of women you barely know!)....there's nothing snobby, judgmental, or pretentious about it......it's just good taste! Boundaries, people! Boundaries!
I can't wait to see you go toe-to-toe with Alexis (vapid, witless creature!). At least you appear to be educated. (Sorry but I just can't stand her!). I'm in your corner all the way! You're going to make me stay tuned!

Heather,
Thank you for bringing 'class' to Orange County. I couldn't agree with you more about your blog.......no, you don't discuss your marriage (and what goes on behind closed doors with a bunch of women you barely know!)....there's nothing snobby, judgmental, or pretentious about it......it's just good taste! Boundaries, people! Boundaries!
I can't wait to see you go toe-to-toe with Alexis (vapid, witless creature!). At least you appear to be educated. (Sorry but I just can't stand her!). I'm in your corner all the way! You're going to make me stay tuned!

Heather,
Thank you for bringing 'class' to Orange County. I couldn't agree with you more about your blog.......no, you don't discuss your marriage (and what goes on behind closed doors with a bunch of women you barely know!)....there's nothing snobby, judgmental, or pretentious about it......it's just good taste! Boundaries, people! Boundaries!
I can't wait to see you go toe-to-toe with Alexis (vapid, witless creature!). At least you appear to be educated. (Sorry but I just can't stand her!). I'm in your corner all the way! You're going to make me stay tuned!

Nice to see a refreshing new comer to the show! Just want to say...I have managed some of the finest resteraunts, so please do not send anythng back and expect nothing to happen. I don't care how expensive the prices may be, they will do something to your food. Chefs dispise being insulted, the egos are huge. Every cooks only appreciates the phrase, "this is dee-lish!". xxx's

Heather, you are such a fantastic addition to the show. It must be weird to be on reality tv for the first time, especially with your whole family and in your home. But hopefully you will be able to block out all the negative comments (which there will always be), and focus on the positive ones! You and Terry seem like a really fun and dynamic couple, your children are adorable, and it is great that you bring a new perspective to the group. I look forward to seeing more of you in the coming episodes. Watching the show is a perfect break from studying for the MCAT! And now that you and your family are part of the show, it is even more fun to watch. So thank you!

Welcome to the show, Heather. I like you and think you're a refreshing addition.

Heather, I think you are a great addition to the show! you are every smart. I love how you call alexis out on her rude comments. Tamra was right when she said Alexis would be intimidated by you. You say it like it is and thats a great trait to have!

WOW HEATHER! I think that you are too frigid for this group of ladies.And yes they are ladies.they try to bring in the new girl right away and obviously you don't do well with change.They all have their opinions and there are alot of different ones but not one of them have come off snobbish to me except you.You are the first new lady i feel this way about.I REALLY hope that you don't really treat your husband the way you have on camera,He's treated like a child or hired help from you.I hope you loosen up or leave the show.

Ignore the negative people! You are being very open and honest on the show and it is very refreshing!

I welcome you with open arms....you are VERY refreshing! Only thing.... I read Alexis' blog and she seems apologetic about all the things you are calling her out for. She seems to care about you in her blog, but you dont really seem to care about her in yours. Did you read her blog? Anyway, I CANT wait to see you and Alexis get into it!! Someone who can put her in her place FINALLY!! :0)

You go girl put them blondes in there place!!!! You have an amazing family please don't let this show interfear with them or you.