November 20, 2003

The Bachelor

I've never watched ABC's "The Bachelor," nor would I ever consider doing so, but I do read the news, so I couldn't help but notice that this season's bachelor has made his choice - Californian Estella Gardinier.

I admit to being a tad curious as to what it takes to win such a "contest," so I went to ABC's site to find out just a bit more about her. Here are some choice excerpts:

Why would you want to try to find your husband on a TV show?
I wouldn't! However, have you seen Bob?

Why are you ready to get married now?
I'm starting to see wrinkles.

What are you most proud of?
My ability to walk fast while talking on a cell phone

Either she's making clever use of subtle, self-deprecating humor, or she's just about as shallow and vacuous as could possibly be imagined. Though I haven't seen the show, I'm inclined to doubt that it's the former.

By the way, is there anyone out there who has seen it and can tell us whether she can chew gum at the same time as well?

Posted November 20, 2003 1:33 PM
Comments

Any girl that can make animals out of ballons has my vote. LIke I always say," Men can be sooooooooo DUMB

Posted by: Bob at November 20, 2003 8:29 PM

Here's a question for you, Mr. Reuven: Would you prefer a girl of average intelligence and is a beauty? Or, a girl of superior intelligence and average looks? Think before you answer.

Posted by: Bob at November 20, 2003 9:47 PM

Bob -
Good point about the balloon animals. Actually, I used to be able to do that myself, but, alas, my skills have long since atrophied.

As for your question, I would first take issue with two of your implications:
1) I think that average looks, on the right person, can be beautiful.
2) I wouldn't view intelligence as the peak of "depth" compared to the "shallown" nature of beauty. There are other important traits I would place well before intellect in that regard.

That being said, and all other things being equal, I'd still go for smart and plain.

Posted by: Reuven at November 21, 2003 10:15 AM

For brevity sake , I kept my question short. You are correct, in that there are more important qualities than brains and looks.It's to bad there aren't many wells around.

Posted by: Bob at November 22, 2003 6:45 PM
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