February 19, 2004
The Bachelorette II
By Wendy Thompson
Q. Talk to me about Chad, you always said he would not go all the way.
A. I never saw any real romance between them, and Meredith did not have that special “spark” in her eyes whenever she was with him. In my opinion, love and romance should be “felt” and not something that has to be pre-planned. Chad spent most of his date attempting to create a “feeling” or “moment” that was simply never there, in my opinion, and that is a bad sign in any relationship.
Meredith appeared to be nervous and off-balance throughout their date, as if she was waiting to feel something that never materialized.
As in all the previous seasons, the last two choices are between two completely opposite suitors. Ian and Matt have very different personalities, and Meredith feels attracted to both of them for different reasons.
Q. What are your impressions about Meredith and Matt?
A. Meredith feels comfortable when she is with Matt. She is not only physically attracted to him, but also likes his easygoing demeanor and laid back personality. Both communicate with ease, and Meredith feels relaxed in his company. I have noticed she has a very strong personality and probably enjoys being with men who take charge, something Matt is too flexible and easygoing to do. I have this feeling Meredith is more attracted to problematic strong types than to warm and cuddly nice guys.
Whenever she kisses Matt, I see more “cuddly warmth” than “passion like melting lava”, and I do not know how that will play into her final choice, but that does not mean they could not enjoy a good relationship.
Q. “Passion like melting lava”. Wow A.T., you should write a novel! Anyway, what about Ian?
A. Wendy, should try out for standup comedy……...
To Meredith, Ian represents mystery, adventure, and an uncontrollable passion she appears not to get enough of. I feel he is someone who knows how much of himself to give or hold back, in order to keep women interested in him. I just do not believe Ian is shy; we must not confuse shyness with being a private person, which I do believe he is. I can also tell Ian is experienced in the cat and mouse game he is playing with Meredith. It is a mixture of letting her know he cares for her while, at the same time, making her aware his love is still unattainable; some women find that mixture irresistible.
Q. Do you believe she’s falling for him?
A. I would venture to say Ian really likes Meredith, but she definitely appears to be more attracted to him than he is to her. Meredith practically melts away whenever she is with him; you can see her eyes and face sparkling with excitement and sensuality whenever she is looking into his eyes. Personally, I believe there are certain signs leading me to believe Ian is not ready for any type of long-term commitment and, if Meredith chooses him, their relationship will not be long-lived.
One thing I will say though; I can practically guarantee it would certainly be a fiery and passionate one.
Q. Predictions?
A. I must confess to have reached a point where I would be content if couples from these ABC series last more than a year or two, even if it is just as friends. The only couple, from these shows, still together is Trista and Ryan.
It is hard to say who Meredith will choose; perhaps she will take the plunge and choose Ian, unless she realizes he will never be the way she wants and plays it safe by going with Matt. I do not believe her family will have much influence in her decision. She will be happy with her final choice, and enjoy a different type of relationship depending on whom she chooses. Either way, I do not see her growing old with neither one. Meredith’s “Marlboro man” has not crossed her life yet.
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