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Songs of the Season
Sarah thanks her "little angels" Gretchen, Peggy, and Alexis for helping her get through this season.
February 7, 2012My name is Sarah Winchester. I am one of the new ladies this season on The Real Housewives of Orange County, a show which in many ways has changed how we view American drama today. I must say I feel deeply honored, not only to be given such an amazing opportunity, but also to be able to spend some quality girl time with Gretchen, Alexis, and Peggy, whom I consider to be the most amazing friends that anyone could ever ask for.
When I decided to participate in the show, it seemed very exciting to be able to share such a fun experience with some of my best friends. At the same time the "reality" of it all was extremely nerve-racking to say the least.
This was a very big decision for me to make. I just so happened to be going through a lot in my personal life at the time, and I knew that this season would definitely be a rollercoaster of emotions in every way possible. I knew that I would be faced with many obstacles. I was looking forward to new friendships, as well as experiencing something I have never done before.
Then the whole reality of the "not knowing what to expect" factor started to settle in, and I knew I was going to have to come to face all of the other ‘Wives at some point. I figured they most likely wouldn't relate to me, because we come from such completely different places. I was raised in a small farm town and rode horses growing up. Shopping wasn't glamorized there nearly as much as it is in the O.C. I wasn't sure how or if I would even fit in with some of these women. Growing up I never knew or cared what name brand things were. My love was for animals, horses, pigs, and cows, and animals really didn't really care too much about that kind of stuff. LOL. It took me awhile to understand the importance of achieving self-worth in this area. In the town I came from, a person was judged solely by who you were -- not what material things you had, drove, or lived in. Once I moved to Orange County, I was like a fish out of water. It was a complete culture shock for me. To put it nicely, it's truly a whole other world out here. I had no idea what to expect, so I always went with my rational side of thinking. To me, the key to opening up the world of acquaintances is not only to expand on similarities (even if there are few), but to keep an open mind and accept each others' faults and differences as they are.
I can't believe how cold some of these people can be in the comments here. Seriously... who do you people think you are? How can you make comments about someone like she's merchandise. She's a person, and apparently someone who wants to share her heart a little... let her be... it's refreshing to have a real person on the real housewives... i loved your blog and where you were coming from... thanks and best wishes for the show...
I think everyone should lay off and give her a break. Don't hate her before you get to know her. She's probably just nervous. Sarah, I look forward to seeing you this season. :)
Sarah-
"Fan" is short for "fanatic", (look it up). It takes time to develop them.
You didn't help yourself by assuming that we (1) know who you are (2) care who you are (3) believe that you are some sort of celebrity. We are smart enough to know that previously unknown people feature in these shows, and the humble and unassuming ones rise to the top. Take a lesson from Brandi.
Now that I know you are an addition to the show and not just in a "scene", I'm excited to see what new energy you bring! Surprising how people keep commenting on you wearing jeans to dinner. I'd bet most of them dont even have dresses that cost as much as your jeans did! I think it's a bit over the top anyway how everyone dresses up just to see the same 6 or 7 people over and over again. Viewers always say they want "relatable" housewives and I think your appearance to Vicky's backyard dinner was about as relatable as it gets! I'd day good luck with the ladies this season, but you may need it more for the catty viewers!
i hope you stay the same. loved loved loved seeing you in jeans. my kinda down to earth girl. good for you.
She lost me at "best friends with Alexis."
Sarah, Ignore the cranky comments. I liked your post and I look forward to see what happens with you and heather on the show.
Blah blah blah blah..... please Bravo, no more friends of housewives.
What mean fans! You sound like a winner to me. My brother has MS and anyone that wants to help others and has your positive attitude can't be bad for the show. These women need a peacekeeper!
that blog was way too long to only have a 2 minute appearance in the show...
I'm confused on your place on this show, hopefully it becomes more clear & you aren't the Dana of OC. No one ones that role, it was a waste of space. And you need to shorten the blogs, I gave up after page one.
Sarah, am sorry but your blog entry was so boring i couldn't get pass the second paragraph. Way too long for only being on camera for a few minutes!
I'm totally confused too. She barely said a word in the first episode (in fact she kinda seemed quiet and awkward) then she writes a boring 3-page blog giving her vague thoughts on the whole season and thanking her "fans"? Slow down girl!
OMG!!! i agree with the others....that blog went on forever and made absolutley no sense!!! Definatley another Dana Wilkey!
Wth are you going on about, really? Songs that describe the season, really? Ugh...nice try.
Not trying to be mean at all, but your blog was way tooooooo long for someone we just met and was kinda hard to follow. You repeated the same point numerous times just with different words. Make a point and move on. I too am curious as to what fans you're referring to? We barely met you and I still don't know what relevance you have to the show. With the BH cast we were told ahead of time that Dana and Brandi were on as friends of the HW's, but we haven't heard anything about what the point of you being on the show is. I kept looking in your forever long blog to see if it would be explained, but couldn't find it.
Did I miss u in the episode? Hope to c more of u. Thx for blogging!
Welcome, Sarah. You do have lots to say.....bless your heart. I think you are a little nervous and want us to get to know you first through your blog before we get to know you on the show......understanding your thoughts will help us understand your behavior....something like that. You are a cute little thing. You seem very sensitive as well. I hope this experience isn't too overwhelming for you.
Huh? I think you will find that you will be successful on this show if stick with what happens on the show, not your life story. We all have a life story and despite what it seems you think, yours is no more fascinating than anyone elses. I'm sure it is exciting to have a part on any TV show, but really your relevance will be determined in the months to come by the fans and this is not a good start.
Please don' write such long and philosophical blogs..we are not interested in you trying to get us to like you. If you are likeable..then we will!
Sarah,
You look so naturally beautiful it's refreshing for the OC. I look forward to seeing more of you in the episodes to come. I don't understand why people are giving you such a hard time, when you're new and explaining where you are coming from this season.
You seem way too normal and sweet to be here.
My goodness people. Give the poor girl a chance. And to compare Sarah to Dana was just cruel. I didn't hear Sarah brag about one thing she has or was wearing or, well you get the idea. Welcome Sarah. You seem like a nice person. I hope to see more of you on future episodes. I'm a bit suprised there was no mention of you on Bravo.com. What's up with that Andy? Anyway welcome and good luck.
Who are you Sarah W? Your entire blog was too long and boring. You had nothing interesting to say.
My advice? Develop a thick skin. People who post on here are already hating on you, and they've only seen 5 minutes of you at most.
If it is possible, I think your first blog for your 10 second appearance has created a bad first impression and a "negative" fan balance.
I'm looking forward to watching you and read your weekly blogs. But please keep them shorter. Holy moly that was a lot to read.
Lordy! Can't imagine what you have to say when something actually does happen on an episode.
She's totally the Dana Wilkey of the OC! Sweet jeans you wore to a dinner party. I also find it fascinating that you're BFFs with Alexis and Peggy. Interesting combination unless they make up this season......
My first thought when I started reading this was "somebody has hacked the Bravo site" Were you the chick wearing jeans to the party? This is very ODD
My goodness. I don't know who you are and I'm not interested enough to even finish the first page of your blog. Good luck to you.
if you are going to blog every week, make them shorter please. boring.
Whoa! She gets a blog? We only saw her a few minutes...seconds maybe. lol!!
Wow - ummmm that was a really long blog...I mean you were on the episode for like 5 minutes. I know you are just trying to introduce yourself and give us a heads up on the season but relax hun. Who are your "fans" that you talk of? Are you a singer, an actress...or just another self-absorbed reality TV wannabe? You seem nice but don't get too ahead of yourself here!
So you're obviously a really big fan of talking about yourself!
I think I'm going to like you.
Sarah,
I enjoyed your blog and I look forward to getting to know you and seeing what you're about! Just be aware, this reality world can be dangerous so be prepared! I wish you lots of luck on your journey!!
Why is this Sarah even on the show, just because she's a friend, not a good enough reason. Just saying
I think you ended up on the wrong show. The Miss America contest airs in September.
Sarah,
You are not supposed to talk about the whole season, the blogs are for your reactions to the episode.
This blog was a horrible way to introduce oneself to the world of "reality" tv. For one, why would anyone say that RHOC was, "a show which in many ways has changed how we view American drama today." Drama? Really? This is a reality show, not a drama show! Tells me this new cast member doesn't have a lot upstairs as far as intellect goes. As far as "culture" shock is concerned: "everybody knows" (wink to Phaedra) that California, Florida and New York are notorious states that have populations who think they are better than the rest of us. Moving to CA should not have been culture shock if one has a clue about what is going on culturally in the country.
I had to read this blog twice. It was a whole lot of nothing - as a matter of fact I was waiting for a "world peace rocks!" statement at the end. I had to read the bio in order to figure out who she was. To me, it just looks like someone born into "old money" is bored and wants to get into the limelight.
I already don't like you..Why are you speaking of the whole season and a 3 page blog on 1 episode??
Too much talky talk! Couldn't read it all, fell asleep!
I liked your attitude and your sense of style as soon as I saw you.
I'm glad to see Gretchen has a friend who doesn't appear phony.
Good Luck, you're going to need it.
For someone who was on the show for all of 2 seconds, you sure have alot to say. Tone it down, sister. No one knows who you are.
Oh my goodness...are you chasing rainbows and searching for unicorns too? Your blog doesn't make any sense to me...sorry I tried.
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