November 4, 2003

Average Joe

I was going to write a post about the new trashy reality show that NBC has put out, Average Joe. Unfortunately it turned out that I liked the show. I liked it because as vapid as this girl looked like she would be, she made the best of the situation and embraced the group. She stated during the show that she was sure that there were great guys there with great personalities.

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Also, I identified with too many of the guys on the show. :)

By Dave @ 08:44 PM

Comments

please for the love of mercy pick mr ny,ny he is the ham of all hams ever since he walkrd off the bus i knew they belonged together just the way that they looked at each other when they met for the very first time please make america happy for choose someone that we want to see with her pick the man of all men mr ny,ny thank you

Posted by alice edwards at 3:05 PM on December 5, 2003

please for the love of mercy pick mr ny,ny he is the ham of all hams ever since he walkrd off the bus i knew they belonged together just the way that they looked at each other when they met for the very first time please make america happy for choose someone that we want to see with her pick the man of all men mr ny,ny thank you

Posted by alice edwards at 3:05 PM on December 5, 2003

I just saw the TODAY SHOW. Of course, Adam and Jason cannot give away any information that will happen in tonight's show. However, when Matt asked the guys if they were happy and would do it all over again, Adam looked a bit happier than Jason! I say Adam won the girl!

Posted by Lynn at 8:36 AM on December 8, 2003

how the F is this ahole an average joe if his big secret is that he is a millionaire? two-bit regurgitated lame attpempt at riding the coat tails of other reality dating shows...

Posted by wtf at 11:10 AM on December 8, 2003

I love the show... Melena has been real fair, out of the three hunks, she kept the right one, (however, I sot of et the impression he is just on the show for celebrity, Adam is the winner. I love Adam, his sence of humor is the best.

Posted by cj at 12:31 PM on December 8, 2003

I love the show... Melena has been real fair, out of the three hunks, she kept the right one, (however, I sot of et the impression he is just on the show for celebrity, Adam is the winner. I love Adam, his sence of humor is the best.

Posted by cj at 12:34 PM on December 8, 2003

I think she sucks and if she was so true to how she felt about being truthful she would not have picked the pretty boy. I think they deserve each other because they are both shallow and there is nothing to either of them. My last thought is for Adam who can have any girl that he could ever want (except for the shallow one, who will never know what she lost) that will love him for him, and not just cause he looks incredible. Best of Luck Adam

Posted by tk at 10:55 PM on December 8, 2003

Wow, I am flabbergasted - the only good thing about Melana not picking Adam is that he is avalable for the rest of us!!!! What a loser she is. Adam is the man of my dreams!!! Do you think he'd relocate??

Posted by kim at 11:04 PM on December 8, 2003

OK.. I admit I watched the show from the get go. I for some reason even unknown to me I enjoy reality t.v. (Maybe because we are all voyours in some form)
On one hand we had average joe: turns out he is a day trader and has a great sense of humor, the other we have a college student/waiter:handsome
I am extremely disaapointed that Adam did not "get the girl". He has established himself, is sucessful and has his life in order.
Goes to show that vanity is more shallow than a puddle, and the "average joe" doesn't always win. The AJ2 looks as if they have a real biotch on their hands, and I actually wil find something else to watch.

Posted by jenn at 11:06 PM on December 8, 2003

If she doesn't want Adam, I will take him. Adam has everything to offer, while Jason has nothing, for crying out loud, he is 26 and living with his parents...Come on

Posted by j at 11:07 PM on December 8, 2003

Ok someone made the wrong choice. Adam clearly had it over the pretty boy. She came across as really shallow. I hope pretty boy's parents don't mind if she sleeps over night.

Posted by Frederick at 11:09 PM on December 8, 2003

What a Bitch. She had me fooled to the last. How could she pick that baby over a real man like Adam. Lucky for Adam though, as she and Jason obviously deserve each other.

Posted by Mary at 11:09 PM on December 8, 2003

yeah, i can't believe she didn't choose adam...goes to show that looks really do matter, obviously...who would want a guy like jason, he seemed pretty boring to me and he also seemed kinda hard to trust..adam now hes a great guy good guy got things going for him but you know....hot girls will be hot girls i guess...go for the hot guys what else did you expect? yeah average joe 2 will be the exact same, so there's no point in watching it.

Posted by erica at 11:10 PM on December 8, 2003

I have watched the show from the getgo. I do believe that Melana made the right decision in picking Jason because they had a great connection with each other and one that just wasn't there with Adam other than friendship. I don't care what anyone says, there has to be chemistry in a relationship and if Adam is not right for Melana, he's right for someone else. Just because Jason is gorgeous, doesn't mean he isn't as great of guy as everyone thinks that Adam is.

Posted by Hillary Jones at 11:10 PM on December 8, 2003

If Adam is an average joe, sign me up! My heart absolutely stopped when she picked pretty boy and the way she went about telling him - making him and US think she was picking Adam! That was crap! Adam pulled out all the stops for her and he could have given her the world and what does she do - she chooses a 26 year old waiter/ student! I had tears in my eyes for Adam - who wouldn't want a man like him??? She'll regret it!!!

Posted by Jodi at 11:11 PM on December 8, 2003

I can not believe she expects everyone to believe that she didn't pick Jason because he was more attractive. God forbid she take some home that's not hot. Adam has more going for him in his little finger than Jason does in his whole body. I just hope that Adam doesn't taken any of this personally and finds someone out there that's not in it for the looks. He will find someone worthy...obviously Melana was not.

Posted by A at 11:11 PM on December 8, 2003

Poor Melana. She's too young to have a brain to realize what she lost by not choosing Adam. He was the greatest catch, but obviously her vanity and need for a good looking many on her arm, got in the way of really seeing what romance and relationship would have offered with Adam. Sorry about her loss, but go for it all you young singles. Maybe Adam will be the next Bachelor, and boy what a catch for someone. He's a very humble, loving, caring human being and funny too!

Posted by Sue at 11:11 PM on December 8, 2003

We think Adam is 100% man and is WAY TOO GOOD for that bitch. Jason is just a pretty boy and will realize his homosexuality in time, so good luck with that one, Melana. Adam, if you read this, can I have your phone number??? We love you!!

Posted by clare and dawn at 11:11 PM on December 8, 2003

Hey guys,
I was also disapointed in the decision tonight like most, although i am hoping that the average joy 3 has adam return as the guy picking other girls..
he has everything to offer a girl and hopefully he can find a good one,
best of luck

Posted by Greg Mac at 11:12 PM on December 8, 2003

My heart sank when Melena chose Jason! All they seemed to have was physical attraction. He didn't open her eyes to anything new! What was she talking about. It was so obvious that Adam was so much more happy to be around her, and enjoyed her presence a million times more than Jason. Adam, you are going to find the perfect girl and have the perfect relationship, because you are THE PERFECT guy!!! Best wishes.

Posted by Hanna at 11:13 PM on December 8, 2003

What a piece of crap TV show. I watched the last episode of it. It was the only one I watched. That tramp tried to act like she was really interested in the dorky average joe guy, but it was obvious it was all just for show and she would pick the best looking guy. What a phony bunch of amateur acting. Shame on NBC for this piece of crap, shame on that average joe idiot for thinking he really had a chance with that hot blonde, and shame on that blonde whore for putting on that phony show and intentionally hurting that guy.

Posted by phony at 11:13 PM on December 8, 2003

Why is anyone shocked that she picked a guy even prettier than herself. She just proved the sad truth about human nature. Most people given the chance will choose the hottest peice of booty they can get their hands on regardless of true issues of compatibility, integrity and what's best for them. Hopefully she will learn from her tragic mistake when pretty boy cheats on her with an even hotter peice of booty than herself.

Posted by Garfield at 11:15 PM on December 8, 2003

I dont know why im here except I really liked the show (until the end). I really thought that this was a true test to what a normal guy could be to a beutiful girl like melana. I really thought adam was the one she would pick. I looked at this as a chance to show that an average guy can win over an attractive women like her. I feel like i have lost in some way because I see myself as average too. It just makes me sad.

Posted by jeff at 11:18 PM on December 8, 2003

If anything you would think that a load of money would compensate for model good looks. I take comfort in two probable scenarios if the bimbo cheerleader and the pretty boy stay together.
1. After 10 or 15 years of living off her like a leach the pretty boy stays pretty while she has a couple of kids gets fat and not so attractive, the pretty boy starts sleeping aroung and providing free entertainment for all their neighbors in the burbs.
2. After 10 or 15 years her lazy good for nothing once pretty boy husband has sunk into a life of unemployed alcoholism and has sprouted quite a beer gut. While he's passed out on the couch after downing a bottle of cheap wiskey, she is hanging out the trailer door in a pair of stained sweat pants and with a cigarette hanging out her mouth, she calls for her 5 koolaid mustached kids in for their diner of macaroni and spam.

Posted by P. O'ed Average Joe at 11:18 PM on December 8, 2003

I just cant stand to see that bitch and Jason on any other show. Adam was the coolest what a shitty end.

Posted by Aug at 11:19 PM on December 8, 2003

Extremely disappointed to say the least that Melana would have allowed passion to rule over character. Doubt she and Jason will stay together long, once they enter the "real world" and she realizes he is trailing far behind her. She did nothing to eradicate the perception that women make stupid decisions about men...

Posted by olderandwiser at 11:19 PM on December 8, 2003

I thought this show would finally prove that nice guys don't always finish last. I guess I was wrong. Jason has no personality, and all Malena said about him was that she is attracted to him. Jason never did anything for her like Adam did with the gifts, poems, compliments. And look at the way Adam handled everything. Adam...you are a hero to all women now.

Posted by Alex at 11:20 PM on December 8, 2003

I agree with alot of us that watched Average Joe tonight. I think Adam by far has a million more things to offer than MR. pretty boy that still lives at home....Come on Melana, grow up!!! Adam I love the way you are, you are true and true to yourself. Trust me just give it some time and something better will come along. Adam you deserve the best, and honestly Melana was not the best for you. I cried when you had to leave, but I think every woman everywhere is wanting to get your number right now!!! Your the best!!! Oh, by the way your nominated for Bachelor!!

Posted by Kelly Patel at 11:21 PM on December 8, 2003

I am so disappointed!!! Melana what were you thinking?!?!?!?!? Adam was the one! Adam if you read these posts, you will find someone even better for you than Melana so don't you worry! Of course some where done the road don't be surprised to see her calling you and telling you just how wrong she was. Personally, I don't think I will watch this show again because I was so disappointed.

Kellie

Posted by Kellie at 11:22 PM on December 8, 2003

Totally agree w erica, Mary, Frederick & Jenn. Adam is so cool and was not pretentious about his success. She is gonna get so sick of mr boring pretty boy and his rattle & passifier. When she goes beggin back to him he better tell her to get so lost. Thats cool though because with allm this exposure Adam will have plenty of ladies wanting to know him. And the way he took the news was so admirable, he proved what a great person he is. Best of luck for your future Adam!

Posted by rb at 11:22 PM on December 8, 2003

Totally agree w erica, Mary, Frederick & Jenn. Adam is so cool and was not pretentious about his success. She is gonna get so sick of mr boring pretty boy and his rattle & passifier. When she goes beggin back to him he better tell her to get so lost. Thats cool though because with allm this exposure Adam will have plenty of ladies wanting to know him. And the way he took the news was so admirable, he proved what a great person he is. Best of luck for your future Adam!

Posted by rb at 11:22 PM on December 8, 2003

I was so sad for Adam... he is a warm sweet guy with a wonderful heart and I think he is very handsome. So average.. I would say not! And I am sure he has had a continual line of women who would love to get to know him. As most of the posts go to show Adam... You have won over many with your genuine warmth, humor and personality plus! Good luck and God Bless you in all you do!

Posted by Chrisinda at 11:23 PM on December 8, 2003

I don't feel that this show was very fair because she was supposed to pick an average joe, not some pretty boy. They threw in the pretty boys knowing she would pick one of them because she acts as if she is too good for an average joe

Posted by shell at 11:23 PM on December 8, 2003

What an a-hole!!! That girl has no clue about life. She states that she has hopes for a future with the mindless one. How can anyone who lives with his parents and no prospect of moving out provide a future? This gig has to be fixed!!!!!

Posted by Tony at 11:24 PM on December 8, 2003

Is Jason a 26 year old undergrad or could he be in medical school? I want to know! Melana alluded to his desire to follow his dreams. So what are they?

Anyway, you could tell by the way she looked at Jason that he was the one. I did hate to see such a nice, unassuming guy as Adam get the boot. After all this publicity, he won't have any trouble finding the right woman. It'll be his turn to choose.

Posted by Susan at 11:25 PM on December 8, 2003

Did anyone else think that it was stupid that NBC advertised AJ2 after Melana picked Jason. Like I am going to waste any more time watching another idiot prove how shallow she is. Funnier thing is, I didn't think that Jason was good looking...and who the hell chooses a 26 year old who lives with mama? Adam was definitely the better MAN.

Posted by AB at 11:25 PM on December 8, 2003

What in the hell was that? It only goes to show how sick reality shows are. Adam had the depth that none of the pretty boys had, and it's a shame that he wasn't picked. Wait, maybe it isn't a shame he wasn't picked. Adam is really the winner in this, because he is secure with who he is. Oh what irony!

Posted by What the F###! at 11:26 PM on December 8, 2003

That was some funny stuff. That was the only one of those shows I have seen. It was so obvious what was going to happen. She was going to pick the best looking one, and she did. I actually think she made the right choice though. Adam seemed like an intelligent guy, and the girl and Jason couldn't light up a night light with both of their brains
She's probably a stripper in real life, and he's just a career college student.

Posted by funny at 11:27 PM on December 8, 2003

I hope Adam finds the right girl. He has so much to offer someone that it makes me glad the Melana didn't choose him. She clearly couldn't see how wonderful of a guy he is. Had she, she would of choosen Adam over Jason. Wish you the best Adam.

Posted by at 11:27 PM on December 8, 2003

Average Joe. So it seems looks matters after all. I felt for Adam, when Melena chose Jason, what a mistake I give thier relationship two more months when the Jason kid'semster begins and he needs to do homework and stuff and Melena will be back to her cheerleading thing, what a match for them two. Anyway Adam you will find yourself a girl who will appreciate you for who you are and a girl who deserve a better man that you are.

Posted by Ilonah at 11:28 PM on December 8, 2003

Did I miss something here?
The Average Joe editing staff deserves an Emmy nomination for this one...

Perhaps Melena's choice was the
Average Joe after all...
BORING!!!

Thanks Melena, for sending all of us viewers home on the bus!

Posted by Cariane at 11:30 PM on December 8, 2003

I watched the show from the very beginning. I really like the show, but I was really disappointed in the ending. I thought for sure that she would pick Adam over Jason. I think Adam is a real nice person and any girl would be lucky to have him as a boyfriend. The thing that really impressed me was that he was rich and he didn't act like it, he was a down to earth guy with a great personality. I think if the show was reversed and Adam was the guy picking the girl, he would have picked one that was fun, sweet and loving even if she weren't beautiful. I wish Marlena good luck, but I feel in the end that she may be disappointed that she didn't go for the real thing.

Posted by DT at 11:30 PM on December 8, 2003

My night is ruined... I cried when Melana made her choice. I loved Adam from the beginning. Its good that Melana didn't pick him because now he can be available for me. I cannot believe how good-natured he was about his loss. Jason is a homo anyway... I thought this show would be different than the rest, but its not. I am Boycotting Avg Joe 2

Posted by Katie at 11:31 PM on December 8, 2003

What is wrong with you people that are suprised that she picked the good looking guy over the dorky looking one? Welcome to the real world. It was all just an act for the TV show.

Posted by crazy at 11:32 PM on December 8, 2003

Anyone like Melana who has been successful in other arenas such as pageants and pro cheerleading definitely choice to be on these types of shows to further her career. This horrible PR is going to be the end of her. Isn't she smarter than that? Trista has milked this whole genre for all it is worth. If she wanted to be the next "it" girl and take her career to the next level, she should have chosen Adam -- who is amazing by the way. and really been able to win the hearts of america by selecting a (not so)average joe. I think in the long run she is going to really regret what she has done - one, not to be with Adam and two, by not choosing him, she is going to be sooo disliked, her career is going to go nowhere. NOT SMART!!!! Boycott Melana. do not buy anything with her in it and do not watch when she is on.

Posted by steph at 11:32 PM on December 8, 2003

Melana made the best choice ever! Jason was definatley the one to pick! Not only is he gorgeous, he was the sweetest guy on the show! They look great together! And at least he knew how to shave!!!!!!!

Posted by Brittany at 11:32 PM on December 8, 2003

Unfrickin' believable. This silly woman has passed up a real class act. Adam, she is not your equal in mind body or spirit...your prize is coming, you hot hunk of man!! And it ain't gonna be some insipid cheerleader. It's gonna be someone bold, beautiful, and successful on their own right who understand the bootiliciousness your clearly possess.

Posted by Sparky at 11:33 PM on December 8, 2003

I have seen all the past episodes and had a tape in the VCR for the last show, but my "wonderful" hubby turned the darned thing off after I left so he could watch his own video! Now I don't know what happened!! I know the idiot picked Jason but what was the twist and what did Adam say to Melana? Any info on anything is highly appreciated!!!!!!!

Posted by louise.kitty at 11:34 PM on December 8, 2003

I can't believe what happened tonite. I am so upset i dont even think i will be able to get any sleep tonite. I hope that jason and melena's relationship falls apart and that she finds Adam again in NYC and they re-fall in love and live together forever. I met one of Melena's 2 sisters over the summer and the 2 look identical. I hope someday i will be able to have a relationship with her sister simply because i will be famous. i love u all.

Posted by Doozer at 11:34 PM on December 8, 2003

by the way wasnt that montage of "Rocky" working out compared to mr wuss just hilarious ! I was rollin! wwhen she figures out hes still livin at home because hes so lazy it'll be funny. She had me fooled though, I never thought she would turn out to be that superficial. Adam looks like joey on friends from nose up.

Posted by rb at 11:35 PM on December 8, 2003

I'll agree that Adam had a funny personality, but only on a friendship level! You have to be physically and emotionally attracted to someone to begin a true and meaningful relationship. I agree with Melana in her decesion with choosing Jason. Wait to go and best of luck!!!!!!

Posted by Ronda at 11:36 PM on December 8, 2003

YOOOOO,
That show was messed up my fellow bro dudes, she most def. shoulda chose Adam no doubt brotha. 1

Posted by Mike Croch at 11:36 PM on December 8, 2003

I just finished watching the show and I can't believe Melana made such a crappy decision. And the way she broke the news to Adam was heartless and could she at least wipe that lame ass smile off her face as she told Adam "the romance must end tonight" and broke his heart?? What a bitch!!! Adam you have a much brighter future coming to you, and when Melana comes crawling back because she made such a bad call.....boot HER ass!!! She doesn't deserve you!

Posted by Jenn at 11:36 PM on December 8, 2003

I can't even believe you people??? I want to be invited to the wedding of you and your 300 hubby!!!! who doesn't shave by the way!! Please give me a break!!!! Melana rock on you and your hotty deserve that trip and to make lots of beautiful babies!!!


You people need to get realistic!!!

Posted by Grace at 11:39 PM on December 8, 2003

F.Y.I.
That Melana idiot was also on Meet the Parents! She admitted she had a boyfriend at the time too!!! Only a real class act would be dating someone and go on a reality dating show to go out with someone else so she can get on tv and then go back to the first guy anyway!!!! Yeah, right!

Posted by louise.kitty at 11:39 PM on December 8, 2003

I can't even believe you people??? I want to be invited to the wedding of you and your 300 lbs. hubby!!!! who doesn't shave by the way!! Please give me a break!!!! Melana rock on you and your hotty deserve that trip and to make lots of beautiful babies!!!


You people need to get realistic!!!

Posted by Grace at 11:39 PM on December 8, 2003

Ok.. so the twist was that she made it look like she was going to send Jason home.. and then at the last second asked him to fly away with her.
Adam being the wonderful person he is.. accepted her request to go home with such dignity! He bowed down and told her that he respected her decision.
It was soooo sad! I was in tears for Adam! I was heartbroken for him... but ya know.. Wow what a future he has in store for him!

Posted by info at 11:40 PM on December 8, 2003

After tonight I believe AJ has hit the bottom... Lets get some gal with real feelings...as for AJ2 change the name to AJ v.s. the non AJ's. If the show states average joe thats what the whole show should have been...from get to end.
Congrats to the real winner Adam....good luck

Posted by Fast Eddie at 11:40 PM on December 8, 2003

I was so PO'd at the end of the show! I just can't believe what something like this teaches others!? The premise of the show was for Average Joe's to date Melana. I became disgusted with the show when they brought in the "hunks", because the original guys had no chance after that point! I wanted to watch until the end in hopes that something different would happen, but I shouldn't have wasted my time. This type of behavior happens every day, and in the end, Melena will try to act as if it wasn't physical appearance...

Posted by Adam at 11:41 PM on December 8, 2003

You are telling me nobody was feeling Jason??? i was!!!

* and i'm not gay!

Posted by Fred at 11:42 PM on December 8, 2003

Cariane is a genius! I,m on the bus w you girl!!!

Posted by rb at 11:43 PM on December 8, 2003

This was a F*****G travesty. All she did was stick a huge ass spear into Adam's heart. Adam you DA MAN and how classy you are to be the gracious person at the end when it was obvious all Malena was wanting was to wallow in her and Jason's shallowness. I sent the jerks at the show an email showing my disgust and believe me I won't be watching AJ2 in Hawaii. For all the Average Joes in this great country. I wanna be like Adam.

Posted by Jay S at 11:45 PM on December 8, 2003

Jason was hot,
And Adam was not.

You people aren't real,
whats the deal?

Are you trying to say that only compassionate people are ugly?????

Posted by Jasonlover at 11:45 PM on December 8, 2003

Alright, I admit I got sucked into this show, and started to root for the underdog. I even started to believe she might pick one of the Average Guys, but for no other reason then she was afraid of how she would look (this is a publicity vehicle for her after all). You have to give her credit for going with her heart. If she would have picked Adam it would have been wrong. The attraction just wasn't there, and if you watch her I think it was killing her that is wasn't. She knew Adam was the better man but she couldn't get passed it. Too bad for her. I can't believe they think people would watch this all over again in Average Joe 2. If they really wanted to get great numbers, they would have a show where Adam was the chooser.

Posted by Fool me once, shame on me.... at 11:47 PM on December 8, 2003

You mean to tell me that Adam is a successful computer man and he can't even aford or bring himself to wear a suit rather than his K-Mart sweater special to what may have been the best night of his life!! Please!

Posted by tom at 11:47 PM on December 8, 2003

I am really upset that she did not pick Adam. He is a really great guy, and he had a lot going for him. For all of those who claim she had a better connection with Jason, you are kidding yourselves. Adam would have won without the pretty boys, a she is at a lost. Hopefully Adam will go on the view and get some love from them.

Posted by Ase at 11:48 PM on December 8, 2003

I think the show was a put on for NBC to draw views to their channel. I can't believe any women would turn down a sucessful business man for a loser like Jason. I am not even watching the next one. Because you know a hunk will win it. I wasted my time watching this one. I think Adam is cool. To be a millionare and act like he does is cool. He lives an acts like anyone with out a million dollars. That is what makes him original.

Take care,
Adam

Posted by Max at 11:48 PM on December 8, 2003

Okay first off I'm not a fan of reality shows at all. In fact I try and avoid them like the plague, but for some reason I got roped into the Average Joe and kept watching. I have never felt more betrayed as a viewer as I have watching the finalie of this show. This girl's decision seemed so obvious to her and little own America to go with Adam from NY and what does she do? Goes with the Pretty Boy with no personality. I give up! Adam if by chance you ever read this and she does come crawling back. Kick her to the curb, you got so much more going for you, Seriously Man! It's back to 'The Simpsons' for me!

Posted by Bob Schmall at 11:50 PM on December 8, 2003

I think the show was a put on for NBC to draw views to their channel. I can't believe any women would turn down a sucessful business man for a loser like Jason. I am not even watching the next one. Because you know a hunk will win it. I wasted my time watching this one. I think Adam is cool. To be a millionare and act like he does is cool. He lives an acts like anyone with out a million dollars. That is what makes him original.

Take care,
Adam

Posted by Max from Hannibal, MO at 11:51 PM on December 8, 2003

Congratulations NBC !! You truly are the only winners in this reality show!!So don't stop now when things are really starting to get interesting ! Poll america & Canada (we watched as well) everyone knows that Adam was the better man... better for Melena..? who knows!... but what is on every ones minds right now is, "Will it last?" ... and will Melena regret her decision?
Why don't you follow up with this story...! Follow Adam back to NY lets see if he really is a man of such great character... Follow Jason maybe he is more then just a pretty boy... and of course follow Melena and see if she regrets such a shallow decision.
As for Average Joe - 2 shame on you all... is it not our turn. Put the pretty boy with the Average Janes and see if what every one really know are men truly as shallow as women...hummmm!

Posted by Corey at 11:54 PM on December 8, 2003

I'm sorry to say I think Melena made the wrong decision. Is she crazy? What girl in her right mind would NOT choose Adam? If she doesn't want him, I'm sure there are plenty of girls like myself who would love to have someone like Adam as a boyfriend and it's not because of the money. He is deep, caring, comfortable in his own skin, trustworthy, funny, and has a lot to give. Not to mention - I actually think he's better looking than Jason (aka Pretty Boy). So, the moral of the story is ... doesn't matter how great the guy is on the inside, shallow women like Melena will still pick just a pretty face.

Posted by Marie at 11:55 PM on December 8, 2003

My bet is that after the lust cools between pretty boy and the blond there will not be anything to build a relationship on. He will soon tire of her and move on to the next pretty girl that sees his face and thinks that is all there is to a person. I think Adam is the true winner in this as he now has a chance to see that there is a line of women at his door trying to win his beautiful heart. I wish him true happiness.

Posted by Amanda at 11:56 PM on December 8, 2003

How depressing is this, how totally can things like this in life happen and people be so non-chalant about it. I am depressed that this is the way the world is Adam is the man and should have gotten the girl but as everyone has said he deserves better!

Posted by Brian at 11:58 PM on December 8, 2003

You have to love all these women who think Jason was the better catch. You know they will all spend their lives trying to convince the "jason's" in their lives to settle down and be just like that cute guy they saw on tv who was so nice and sweet. Good luck ladies lol

Posted by nick at 11:58 PM on December 8, 2003

fred, yer gay
Grace, I "realistically" think your world must be as empty as melana's head when she chose baby face! Believe it! But rock on Grace!

Posted by rb at 11:59 PM on December 8, 2003

Somebody brought up an interesting point - what their kids would look like. Now I have to admit that when I was single I did put thought into what my kids would look like with certain guys because that is all I've ever really wanted to be - a mom.

However, the funny part is that my husband is about 80 pounds more than we met, I'm about 30 pounds more with much more hip and butt than ever. If you loooked at us now, you'd never believe we'd produce such stunning children. However, everywhere we go people go on and on about how our kids are absolutely beautiful.

That just goes to show you - my balding overweight husband and my "I'm gonna need a backlight soon" butt - have a fabulous family. Besides, I can exercise, and should my daughter have been born with less than beautiful looks, she could have in the future made the choice to choose plastic surgery. IF SHE WANTED, not that I'm suggesting it.

BUT...as said above Melana will have a hard time it her knight in shining armor spends as much time in front of the mirror, as I'd think he does.

However, to be fair on the flip side, when I met my horribly handsome husband, I was dating the Average Joe that I thought I'd end up marrying. I would have never guessed my husband would've given me the time of day. We fell in love immediately, I dropped the sure thing against my stomachs advice. And guess what...it worked out my husband and I were meant to be together and I've never doubted it since. Of course, as stated above the ironic thing is both of now look like Average Joes.

Tee hee - so I trust it will all work out as meant to be. If Melana's choice is a flop, she'll learn what many didn't learn in front of an audience. Or, as much as I was pissed that she didn't pick Adama. And as much as I live in New York with some fabulous single friend to throw his way, I guess there is a chance that Melana and the other guy will live happily ever after.

A note to somebody who was concerned for himself and other average joes: don't be remember this is television - and if you feel average you'll come across as average. That's was one of Adams best qualities, although he said things to put himself down compared to model looks, he never acted lesser in the rest of the game.

Hang in there everybody, Adam will definitely end up with someone more deserving of him, plus he'll even appreciate her more than Melana because he'd been hurt by her.

Posted by Disappointed at 12:00 AM on December 9, 2003

DId you hear about the new show NBC has lined up for next season?

Who wants to Marry an Average Joe Millionaire Bachelor,who is a Survivor of American Idol in the Dog Eat Dog Real World after Meeting My Folks and facing thier Fear Factor via Scare Tactics while watching I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out Of Here?

If you haven't seen it, it's new to you!!

Posted by TN at 12:01 AM on December 9, 2003

Gee I can't believe what a shallow person Melana turned out to be. I thought for sure she'd pick the best man, not the shallow-going-no-where-lives-with-his-parents man. What a loser she turned out to be. The only thing she said good about Jason was that he had a nice smile and pretty eyes...look at Adam!! Oh my word...he had soooo much more than Jason could ever dream of and that was true before we all found out that he was rich! I think Adam should be the next Bachelor. Good luck finding your dream girl Adam!

Posted by Julia at 12:01 AM on December 9, 2003

I might as well add my two cents. I have been into this show like no other reality show. It was called AVERAGE JOE!!! It was not called The Bachelor or HUNKY JOE!! I am so ashamed that I wasted my time on this show! The only positive thing I can say is that Melena has now ruined any chance of having a fantastic career in Television, bad publicity killed that. She doesn't deserve Adam and I am sure he will find love, someone much more deserving than Melena. Oh and NBC, fat chance for getting many viewers to watch AJ2!

Posted by bmo at 12:02 AM on December 9, 2003

I watched from the start, I didnt think Melena would pick one of the "Average joe's" once the pretty boys came out, and I was right. The whole show she was ranting about not judging people by their looks and the whole fat suit thing, then she goes and picks the pretty boy loser, and not the best man ! Im sure the exposure adam got will take care of his dating problems. Good luck adam you deserve better !

Posted by chris at 12:03 AM on December 9, 2003

I was rooting for Adam since the begining. His sence of humor swept me away. I am super sad that he did not get the girl but... that leaves me a chance I guess. He is the total package and I can not wait to meet someone just like him(or him if he is free) hehehe. I have watched every episode and he has grown on me. I will be jelous of the girl who lands him for the rest of my life.

Keep looking Adam the RIGHT girl is out there.

Stacey

Posted by AverageStacey at 12:03 AM on December 9, 2003

Just looked at my post - sad how I feel the need to get online and type such a long response, huh. My husband is in the other room laughing his butt off b/c I'm bitching about not being able to get into these boards quick. Everybody's wanting on tonight I guess. Until next time, if we all watch another reality show again.

Posted by disappointed at 12:04 AM on December 9, 2003

The saddest thing would be these two pretty puffs reproducing, thereby spreading their vapid 'awesome looks' for generations to come.

Posted by Anton at 12:11 AM on December 9, 2003

I dont want to watch AJ2.That broad looked so disgusted when the boys got off the bus. 100% GUARANTEE to end up w/ a pretty boy. I'll tune in to last 15 min of last show just to know I'm right!

Posted by rb at 12:13 AM on December 9, 2003

Anton,..
Fantastic use of the word"vapid" and I'm NOT being sarcastic.

Posted by rb at 12:15 AM on December 9, 2003

Everyone now needs to send NBC email letting them know AMERICA & Canada won't be fooled again. Wait lets give them a really crappy ending and let them find out for themselves like the Idiots at FOX and Joe Millionaire2....

Posted by Jay at 12:16 AM on December 9, 2003

Anton, I agree with your statement.
There's only one word to sum it up.
CLONING!

Posted by tn at 12:17 AM on December 9, 2003

Don't feel bad Disappointed. I've never posted to a board before, and never felt the need too. I just had to voice my opinion to someone about this cruel joke of a show. Melana made the right choice for her. I think we're all in agreement that she didn't pick the best man, but it would have been worse if she picked Adam. Regardless of all he's got going for him, she wasn't attracted to him. HE DESERVES BETTER THAN THAT. No, I highly doubt Pretty Boy and her will go any further than a springbreak fling, but here's hoping for her. She was put is a rough situation, and I think she was fair in the end. We all wanted Adam to win, but like I said, HE DESERVES BETTER. Here's hoping they put him on the Bachelor...

Posted by Fool me once, shame one me... at 12:17 AM on December 9, 2003

tn, yer staement ROCKS!!!
That is hilarious!

Posted by rb at 12:18 AM on December 9, 2003

I think as viewers we've all been "Joe Schmo'ed"... or is it Punk'd?

Jokes over Ashton, you can come out now.

Posted by Cariane at 12:20 AM on December 9, 2003

Adam, if you read these posts then this is for you...My husband and I watch this show together, and during the commercials I call my mom to share with her too. We were so disappointed at the result of this show. My mom cried because you were not chosen and she hurt for you. She did say that she does not deserve you though. You have so many qualities that so many women would love to have in a man. We were all rooting for you and I wish you had not gotten a broken heart, but congratulations on the new opportunities that will present themselves because of the great character and sincerity you exhibited on this show.

Posted by JSHughes at 12:20 AM on December 9, 2003

hello everyone,
i think the show is ok. i don't really like how she made the decisions. i think she will most likely will go with the pretty boy. come on, why not.....this show feaky suck

Posted by Linda Do at 12:21 AM on December 9, 2003

cheers to jshughes

Posted by rb at 12:22 AM on December 9, 2003

hey wuzzzzup,
it me cathy. i an agent broker. i single and looking for love, please call me....thanks.. by the way, the show rocksssssssssssssssss

Posted by Cathy nguyen at 12:23 AM on December 9, 2003

I was so saddened to see that Adam was NOT chosen.. But, as most of you said.. She didn't deserve him anyways, then. And Adam is such a great guy.. I personally think she picked Jason because of his kissing and because he turned her on physically.. And Adam helped her feel REAL.. Does anyone here KNOW Adam? Hehe. I'd love to talk to him sometime or at least get in contact with him and e-mail him.. I guess you could say he's my new "celebrity crush". :) Also.. Average Joe 2 looks disgusting. The woman chosen looks so mean. Especially when the "Average Joes" come in.. And she swore about it. Melena had at least a better attitude.. I'm not looking forward to the 2nd one.. I think I'm still hooked on the first.. No one can beat Adam. I think he all has a spot in our hearts. I hope someone e-mails me! :) I'd love to hear from someone.

Posted by Jenny at 12:27 AM on December 9, 2003

the show is great. i love it and i wish there is someone out there would like to talk..because i availabe..i used to date this one guy name Bobby Le. but i dump him because his dick was too small. i kind of sick of tired of it after a while. single with big cock.

Posted by farm at 12:27 AM on December 9, 2003

This is the first time I've cried at the finale of a reality show. Adam, if I had a daughter, I'd be proud to call you son-in-law. Take that gift of hers and hurl it into the trash. What made her think you'd keep it after flying off with Mama's boy? You are incredibly original and romantic, and the burned-up doggie was priceless!

Posted by carol at 12:34 AM on December 9, 2003

Reality Bites.

Posted by meg at 12:34 AM on December 9, 2003

OK,louise.kitty,the twist was ,at the end jason comes out first so you know hes gonna lose, hes walking a long red carpet looking very insecure, malena is looking at the ground and looking like she is really sweating having to turn him down she starts talking in a way that will let him down easy but then in a twist she tells him shes gettin on the plane w him!!
Adam on the other hand is much more confident on his limo ride and red carpet walk and then she shocks him be saying frindship turned to romance but now the romance is over. HIS FACE JUST DROPPED but his words to her were kind and saying that he wished them the best.A real class act that guy!


Posted by at 12:34 AM on December 9, 2003

louise.kitty that was rb w/ your response

Posted by rb at 12:38 AM on December 9, 2003

I apologize for sounding cruel but I think Melena has proved to the world she is a BIMBO. What is wrong with her? I was honestly thinking she was going to tell Jason it was OVER and he almost cried and then to tell Adam it was over just broke my heart. What can you do? Nothing, I guess.

Posted by Maddy at 12:41 AM on December 9, 2003

Melana is the biggest sack of crap I've seen on any of these so called reality shows. She went for the publicity of being on t.v., and never planned on being with Adam. She is just as stupid as her crap job, live at home, no brain, new boyfriend. At least with all the pub. that Adam got, I'm sure he will end up the real winner in all this. Melana...you suck!

Posted by nick at 12:44 AM on December 9, 2003

Well, so much for reality t.v. I was in Adam's corner. The flip side is, she was after money and a better life style. Although at her age, I don't think she has a clue what she's in for. To kiss Jason like that before the bus even left, ( I hope, it was only edited that way, and not real). She was really in a no-win situtation, as far as the media is concerned. Adam, you were a real man, right down to the end, GOOD FOR YOU!! Amazing things will be happening for you now, GOOD LUCK!!

Posted by Brenda at 12:44 AM on December 9, 2003

My husband and I watched every episode and we both wanted Adam to win from the very beginning. I am sorry that he lost, but we know he will find the right woman. Melena was definately not a woman. She is just a little girl looking for a little boy in a grown up body.

Posted by jlc at 12:46 AM on December 9, 2003

It's sad, but this is the real world. People look at the looks on the outside and not the person on the inside. We as a society got to stop doing this to ourselves and other people. I mean I consider myself to be one of these average guys and I get this crap every time I try to ask out a girl. At least this has opened my eyes and I don't care about looks as much as the other guy. Good Luck Adam. And hey, Melena, if he makes you happy then kudos to you. But, I'm sorry even if you do get married, you will get divorced, because, baby, looks don't last forever.

Posted by mookie at 12:49 AM on December 9, 2003

i am one who also was disappointed with the ending, i think we all wanted Melana to prove us wrong and not make a choice based on lust. but we all know that LUST prevails over any common sense and friendship. i wish the ending could have been more sensitive to Adams feelings. And for those who was shocked, if you noticed Melana gave Adam a pity picture of them (something for him to remember her by) and she wore out the word friendship with him. You were wonderful, but...

Posted by mel mel at 12:56 AM on December 9, 2003

I was also sad that adam lost he was my fav from the start. i though that Adam would win and show the people that just go for looks that the "average joe" has a lot to offer. but i guess i was wrong i hope that people see that melana has lost a great guy and that adam deserves better.

Posted by meagan at 12:57 AM on December 9, 2003

Adam I am so sorry! Melana is going to be very disapointed when she walks in on homoboy with another man, in his mom's house for that matter! She should be ashamed of herself. I hope that she cries herself to sleep every night, for the rest of her meaningless life, thinking about what she is missing out on. You will find someone a million times better. You are way cuter than that dork anyday. Best of luck.

Posted by Stephanie at 12:58 AM on December 9, 2003

What I want to know is this...
When does the tramp get nekkid in Playboy? I am setting the over/under at 1 year.

Posted by thebigho at 12:58 AM on December 9, 2003

anyone remember Adams last name

Posted by meg at 1:01 AM on December 9, 2003

Adam's last name is "Sucker"

Posted by crazy at 1:02 AM on December 9, 2003

What a HORRIBLE ending!
Let's all seriously boycott AJ2.

Posted by Donna at 1:02 AM on December 9, 2003

Did I hear Jason ask Melana ask if he could bring his "partner" on the plane?

Posted by Larry at 1:04 AM on December 9, 2003

I have a new idea for one of these shows. Have it just like this one was, and when she picks the guy, he announces to her that he is gay and is going on the trip with his boyfriend and the runner up guy laughs at her.

Posted by scenario at 1:06 AM on December 9, 2003

"Hey PICK ME!!! I have a pretty face and have been leeching off my parents for the past 26 years. They pay for my school too. I have a lot of time to bask in the sun around the pool. I am a GREAT catch!"

Posted by Joe Loser at 1:06 AM on December 9, 2003

the twist was that adam was a millionaire---and goes to show you that money doesnt buy everything.

Posted by at 1:08 AM on December 9, 2003

I think Jason is a fag and is going to do the pilot in the bathroom

Posted by gaywad at 1:10 AM on December 9, 2003

Melana lied when she told the viewers that she did not date based on looks.
I was highly disappointed in the show, how can you call it "Average Joe" and then bring in body building models and honestly think she would pay one once of the attention to the average looking guys. Come it was obviouse from the very beginning Zack was the best looking one out of all of them at first impression and she was all over him kissing all over him and talking about how attracted she was to him and yadda, yadda, yadda (til Zach let out his true crude personality, then he became not so attractive) Adam grew on me and I think his personality makes him a very attractive person. Now Melena kissed Adam on their dates and told him what a great kisser and how funny he was, then the minute the models came in every date she had with Adam (which were none til the end)from then on she shyed away from kissing him, and every shoot they showed of her date with Jason they were making out. So she had no intention in picking an "Average Joe"
I think had Zack not made the "Duff" remark then she would have got rid of Adam and kept it bewteen Zack and Jason.
If she was really true to what she said (that she didn't date based on looks) then she would have picked Adam and she should have. I think that picture was a sympathy gift cause she knew she had no intentions in picking him.
What the show should have done was through in another twist at the end after she picked, if she were to pick pretty boy then no trip no nothing, they are made to go there separate way to never see or speak to each other again and she can never see or speak to Adam either, and point out to her that obviouse looks were more important to her. I honestly think this was just a publicty thing for Melena and I hope because of her lies she does not get any I know I wont watch any show that is premiering her or her pretty boy.

Posted by Tammy at 1:12 AM on December 9, 2003

Wow, I never once actually watched this show, but as soon as I saw the commercials that they were bringing in the "hunks," I immediately knew the vagina-with-legs would pick one of them. I simply found this site looking to see who won to see if my unfortunate prediction was true, and alas it was. I have to agree with the majority: Vanity was the true winner. Sad thing is she wasn't all that hot herself. But I digress. While they go on to have a doomed relationship, Adam could be out buying prostitutes with better personalities than Mar-laid-a. Good luck to Adam in his future endeavors.

Posted by Mal at 1:16 AM on December 9, 2003

I didn't even think jason was good looking at all. Pretty boy? He looked like a damn pussy with no personality and no backbone. Adam on the other hand. Cool as hell.

Posted by JCM at 1:24 AM on December 9, 2003

Just finished watching the finale of AJ with my daughter. All I can say is, Adam, if you read this, you are everything my daughter has been looking for in a man, and everything I would want for a son-in-law.

Posted by Beth at 1:41 AM on December 9, 2003

I think all of you ahve not seen both sides of this story. First of all Adam is cool as hell, and I wish him nothing but the best for him in life and especially love. This show I am positive gave him more mail then he ever imagined, loading his apartment, and his roomate and him just laughing at and reading it. He ended in the final episode a winner, he will find real love. And second, you all have to stop making assumptions about her decision, she followed her heart in my opinion, hey there were two other good looking guys on there to with a chance to shine. She just felt comfort with Jason. Love will meet Adam no worries he has so much going for him. And good luck to Jason and Malena. So what you think she was shallow? NO!!!!!!! She followed her heart and picked the one she had more feelings for. I in my mind have no doubt she adored both men for every quality they possess. She just felt more then friendship with Jason. Good luck Malena. Good luck to all who survived the show with integrity!!!

Posted by Shelly at 1:41 AM on December 9, 2003

Adam is the true winner. He is a class act. Now that he has been on TV for a few weeks, living in NY, he will have more opportunity than he ever imagined. Adam is now in the drivers seat. He dodged a bullet with Melania. She had the maturity of a teenager. You know she was boring in bed. Had she picked Adam she would have taken him for a ride. Adam would have proposed she would say yes and about 5 to 7 years later she would have "I just don't love you anymore" Now give me half.

Posted by Anthony at 1:58 AM on December 9, 2003

For all of you you keep saying she followed her heart, your right she did and her heart was aimed towards the good looking guys verses the AJs. She only has a romantic heart for the good looking guys and a friendship heart for the AJs.

Posted by Tammy at 2:02 AM on December 9, 2003

This just proves how shallow women are. She went for the pretty boy as we all knew she would. You could tell pretty boy was reading rehearsed crap on his dates. Malena (spelling ?) I hope you are reading this you heartless $%$@$@. Jason, youre a pretty boy I hope to run into 1 day in SoCal. Adam, rock on ! You tried being sincere and cool and it didnt work so I think you should just use the cash to get some broad, just make sure you get a prenup ! What crap this was !

Posted by Dave at 2:06 AM on December 9, 2003

Here is some good news for all of you average joes. eros-guide.com for about $300 an hour you can have the hottest woman in America. All the pleasure with out the grief. You not paying them to show up your payiing them to leave. Check it out

Posted by john at 2:06 AM on December 9, 2003

What a bimbo. She knocked off all the fat guys the first week, but when she put on the "fat" suit, she couldn't believe what the guys said. Do I detect a double standard? Now she can have a sleep over at pretty boys mommie and daddies house.

Posted by ralp at 2:07 AM on December 9, 2003

Well I really did like the show until tonight. Actually I liked it until all the perfect looking people showed up. What exactally was the point they were trying to make with this show? That looks always win out. The couldn't just give Malana some average Joes to pick from they had to add in some hunky looking guys to save her from having to pick someone that may have had a few imperfections. Anyways I would have picked Adam easily over that Jason guy....Jason had nothing going for him...he's 26 and still lives at home! Adam seemed to be one of the most charming guys ever...he even took losing the girl so well...so while the idea of the show was a good one, the ending was a real let down!:(

Posted by Sarah at 2:08 AM on December 9, 2003

Malena is shallow! She says looks doesn't matter to her, but how did she end up picking? Jason! She even said, "you can't deny a guy you're physcially attracted to"! The whole show was BS!! Adam would have been the best guy for her.

Posted by Jim at 2:10 AM on December 9, 2003

I think the real shame falls on NBC for deceiving the viewers through the entire finale so our shock would be outweighed by our disappointment in Melena's choice. I believe Adam handled the situation with as much class as humanly possible. That's a pretty awkward and potentially humiliating situation to be in - the ultimate in vulnerability. I never disliked Jason like I did the other "pretty boys" - he was a pretty likeable guy, but c'mon, it just seemed to me Adam would have been a better choice. I think Melena will forever be plagued by people asking her "what were you thinking?," while Adam just became America's favorite bachelor (who also happens to be independently wealthy).

Posted by bob at 2:11 AM on December 9, 2003

I feel like puking when I hear Jason talk. And when I look at him, I feel like throttling the guy and wiping that smirk off his face. The total package? The guy doesn't do anything except for prance around on stage half naked modeling. Woop Dee Doo, what a talented guy.

Hey Jason, I hope you read this, YOU'RE A DAMN LOSER!!

Posted by Timmy G at 2:12 AM on December 9, 2003

How the hell could she choose the guy with an ego the size of Timbuktu and abso-freakin-lutely no personality. Jason was such an ass -- guess they deserve each other cause Malena proved herself to be nothing more than a shallow woman .. hope she gets dumped in six months !!

Posted by Jack at 2:12 AM on December 9, 2003

Adam lucked out on that one. Melena and Jason didn't even know how to play chess. they had to play checkers. If brains were dynamite they would have enough power combined to blow their nose. Adam you need a woman not a little girl. You should have got here a Barbie doll.

Posted by Bob at 2:13 AM on December 9, 2003

For those who are interested, his name is Adam Mesh. He is a partner at Chimera Capital (www.chimeracapital.com), a trading firm in NYC (people familiar with NYC should be familiar with the building he works in, it was also featured in a fight scene in the Spiderman movie).
Don't personally know him or his personal email info.
Hope that helps, for whoever is interested.

Posted by Adam at 2:14 AM on December 9, 2003

HAs anyone forgot that jason and the girl had sex already. Nice class Adam,bad choice melana

Posted by gary at 2:14 AM on December 9, 2003

Sorry, the chimera capital comment was not posted by Adam (I thought it was asking for Subject: , not Name: )

Posted by Correction at 2:15 AM on December 9, 2003

The only thing more fitting to Melena ending up with Jason would have been to see her end up with Zack! NBC should have capitalized on his humiliation by having a camera follow him home and seeing all the shit he caught from his friends and loved ones for his immature behavior. That's a reality show I would really like to see.

Posted by bb at 2:18 AM on December 9, 2003

Well said Sara.

Posted by at 2:20 AM on December 9, 2003

Melana: "Can we go out tonight?"

Jason: "Let me check. Hey Ma! Spot me a few bucks? Want to take my date out. Don't get cheap on me, I'm thinking of going to Burger King."

Here's to hoping David Letterman makes fun of her in ungodly proportions tomorrow. :)

Posted by Mal at 2:21 AM on December 9, 2003

Melana you suck. NBC, you lost the NFL and you suck. Melana, you suck more. Red Sox suck too. Melana you suck. Mets suck. Melana, you suck....

Posted by dave, part 2 at 2:21 AM on December 9, 2003

I'm sure every "average joe" was hoping she would pick one of the morbidly obese guys and give the rest of us hope, but then my dog peed on me and I woke up.

Posted by at 2:23 AM on December 9, 2003

After seeing the finale of Average Joe, it is no surprise. Melana definitely gives us blonds a bad name! Adam, you are the real winner here!

Posted by Disgusted! at 2:24 AM on December 9, 2003

Reality shows have always sucked, but this one looked like it might have something redeeming to it. Guess again! Hellywood never seems to run out of self-congratulatory crap. I can hardly believe they had the gall to pimp their next project, Average Joe 2, at the end of the finale. I have definitely given up on reality shows at this point and maybe even television altogether. I want to vomit just thinking about how the media toys with us over and over, all the while dragging us down into their silicon-enhanced, Abercrombie & Fitch moralizing, pit of narcissistic bile. Neverland Ranch has become the new Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood. In the immortal words of a former high priest of secular enlightenment (who has, of course, been defrocked because, "oh, my gosh, that is so 1990s"), "welcome to the jungle, it gets worse here every day...its gonna bring you down".

Posted by Average Joe at 2:25 AM on December 9, 2003

My husband and I were rooting for the not so average joe- and he NEVER watches these shows. We both agree that Melena is clearly an idiot. Jason- boring and scripted- we kept expecting "the twist" to be that he was actually a paid actor and Melena would get burned for being so shallow. Adam had character- and now he has legions of women everywhere so I guess he's the real winner. And neither my husband or I will watch the next average joe. Average Jane? Now that I would watch. But I'm SURE the men would be just as shallow as Melena.

Posted by ERICA J at 2:26 AM on December 9, 2003

First off, unhappy about the ending. Adam certainly "deserved" to win the girl. But ultimately that's not what show was about. In her defense, Melana did say she kicked Adam to the curbside because she sensed Adam was having stronger feelings for her than she was for him. This show wasn't about Melana finding someone to settle down with. She's young is just looking for a good time. For her, Jason fits the bill. No attachments. Back to his parents house if need be.

Adam on the other hand was ready to really commit to this girl and you could tell she didn't want that pressure.

In the end, the show did it's job entertaining and most everyone got what they wanted.

Posted by Beeg Knutz at 2:28 AM on December 9, 2003

Melena will never live down her decision. She'll be assaulted on every street corner by strangers asking her why she didn't pick Adam. A great follow up reality show would be NBC following around Melena, Adam, and Zack for the next few months. I left out Jason because he really isn't all that interesting.

Posted by Billy at 2:28 AM on December 9, 2003

My husband and I watch this show together. We both agreed Adam has what it takes to have a succesful marriage, children (if desired). Jason is still in the starting gates on what to do with his life. It may not feel like it at the time or even for a while after, but Adam does deserve someone who is in it for the long haul.

Posted by amy at 2:29 AM on December 9, 2003

The show was amusing at best, but I found myself watching more than I would like to admit. Ofcourse, Adam, was the better guy, and Jason had no personality (actually none of the pretty boys did) and you could see it on Malena's face. She wanted Adam to be better looking, and she wanted Jason to be funny and charming. She fooled herself into believing like most women do that she can change Jason into someone like Adam... good luck with that. The end was disappointing,but that weird feeling the Malena gave me when she was making out with every other guy on the show should have been the biggest clue... Hey, atleast Zack didn't win... that would have been the only thing worse...

Posted by tonygonzalez at 2:29 AM on December 9, 2003

Melana was a total idiot who showed how shallow she truly was. What a waste. She picks some pretty boy for his looks. Wow, like that took a lot of thought. I guess after the two of them go off and have a good time, she can come to California and live with him and his parents. That should be fun. The two of them deserve each other. Good luck to Adam, I was really wish him the best. He was too good for her anyway. Last, I live in Cali., and if I ever have that pretty boy Jason as my waiter, I will be sure to treat that loser the way he should be treated.

Posted by AJ at 2:31 AM on December 9, 2003

Awwww poor Adam, what sweet guy he was throughout the whole thing, only to lose her to that bland-ass Jason! What's the point of having all these "average joes" if she ends up with the pretty boy? Adam will find someone perfect, he deserves it.

Posted by justine at 2:34 AM on December 9, 2003

Melana, you are one shallow bitch! Hopefully you will be happy with that Peter North guy on a crack (Jason)! Do you need money for your next date? Adam, you are the true winner here!

Posted by Karen at 2:34 AM on December 9, 2003

Erica, I never even thought of that. That would have been awesome if Jason revealed himself an actor playing a part and Melena wound up with nothing but the broken heart Adam must have had.

Posted by Bob at 2:34 AM on December 9, 2003

Well the entertainment industry has done it again: proven what “Average Joes” have known all along – that they don’t stand a chance with women, and the good looking guys – the ones that know how to play the game, even if they’re not sincere – will always get the girl. How could any woman pass up a man of substance, one that has achieved success in the world, is committed to family, is honest and confident in himself, for a loser with a pretty face but no character, who works as a waiter and still lives with his mommy? Pathetic! It looks like Malena made her decision not with her heart, or even her mind, but with another part of her anatomy. Watching this show was a waste of my time. Never again.

Posted by Khajagoo at 2:41 AM on December 9, 2003

Melena, you are a double standard. Hopefully Jason will become a DUFF in the future. Between you and Flo Pesenti (Amazing Race Bitch); I would choose Flo. At least she shows her true colors more. Adam, may you become the next Bachelor in Bachelor 5!!!!!!

Posted by Victoria at 2:41 AM on December 9, 2003

Thats ok...I won.

Posted by Adam at 2:43 AM on December 9, 2003

Melena,

I have nothing but true shame for you. You prove to me that women can be just as shallow as us men. How can you turn down a financially stable guy for someone who still lives at home with his mommie? You proved to America that you have no class at all!
Adam, you deserve better! Hopefully you will find the woman of your dreams.

Posted by Rob at 2:46 AM on December 9, 2003

I watched the show and was very dissappointed at the end..I did not like it when the hunks came in after these 3 AJ's went through all the eleminations. I will not watch AJ2 which should be "Below AJ's versus Hunks", looking at the promo. Adam was with her from the beginning to the end and all she said afterwards was Adams feelings was on different level..Yes,,a higher level,,the love level..the level you wanted and threw away on vanity and looks..I have to admit that she had me fooled..She did try and found out that the AJ had great personalities until the last show. NBC showed poor taste when they showed Adam working out like Rocky while Jason just layed out in the sun..But think a minute all of you...If she had picked Adam,,Would she than be accused of just wanting his money instead of wanting just Adam. Something to think about..

Posted by sam at 2:50 AM on December 9, 2003

I think Adam will become the next Bob Guiney! Melena gave blonds and cheerleaders a bad name. Jason's personality is like a penis with no taste! Enough said!

Posted by April at 2:53 AM on December 9, 2003

Nice ending. Show a decent guy get his heart broken on T.V. Nice premise. Way to remind viewers that nice guys never win. How about the producers kick people in the balls next?

Last I checked it wasn't called "Pretty Boy" , but "Average Joe"...Typical that a superficial woman would choose a superficial guy. I wonder if they thought about how cheated viewers would feel with an ending like this. Good luck getting an audience for part 2. I know I will be bad mouthing this fuckin' piece of trash.

Adam rules!! I hope he gets lots of dates cause of this show. He should have been picked, and the producers should have checked the polls before they let that chick personally flop the crappy show. People feel cheated, because the nice guy didn't win. I mean "Rocky" c'mon...

Posted by BC at 2:53 AM on December 9, 2003

Melana,
You are one shallow bitch! Hope Jason's cum taste as good as he looks.
Best of luck to you, Adam! You deserve a million times better.

Posted by Brenda at 2:59 AM on December 9, 2003

I'm still saddened that Adam didn't win! :( I really did like Melena at the end.. Nothing against her.. But, she really disappointed me. She said such great things about Adam and how he could be a perfect family guy and what not.. But, in all honesty I think she chose Jason because she is turned on by him physically and his kiss "blew her away". Oh well.. I really feel sad for Adam but I'm sure he's already found a girl or has about 1 million girls waiting for him to date.. So, in the end.. Adam IS the winner.. Why would he want to be stuck with Melena? She seems to be too concerned with her looks and I'm sure she would have dumped him in the long run anyways.. I can truly say Adam is now my new "celebrity crush".. So maybe they will have posters of him coming out! Can I have one!? :)

Posted by Jenny at 3:03 AM on December 9, 2003

The show just got worse. The girl is shallow. She will see that the hunk does not really care. Pretty boy and her are both shallow and deserve each other. I will NOT watch the next one.

Posted by Karen at 3:04 AM on December 9, 2003

If Melana was from So. Cal. she would find a Jason in every Sport's Bar in any of the Beach Cities ......Adam should definitely be the next Bachelor.
I'm sure the women will be lining up to be chosen.

Posted by Felice at 3:10 AM on December 9, 2003

Yeah this show really sucked. After reading everyone elses comments Adam was to good for her anyway. Of course she jus wanted a pretty face. Kinda sucks for all the average joes out there. Plus wasn't Melena's question to Jason was....."Are you gay?" Jason what a mama boy loser.

Posted by Raydon at 3:10 AM on December 9, 2003

Melana, I have nothing but complete shame for you. You have just shown to the entire country how shallow you are.
Jason, I have no comment for you. I don't have anything nice to say.
Adam, you are the true winner here!

Posted by Jim at 3:19 AM on December 9, 2003

You can bet your ass that if Adam had revealed he was a millionaire beforehand, she'd have picked him without a second thought. Damn shallow slut...

Posted by Mal at 3:21 AM on December 9, 2003

Looks like NBC messed up making this into a franchise show. when the viewers don't show up for Average Joe 2, they'll probably have to re-edit to eliminate some episodes.

What a waste of time ...

Posted by Former Viewer at 3:52 AM on December 9, 2003

ALL OF YOU GIRLS ARE JEALOUS OF MELANA! SHE IS AN AWESOME GIRL AND SHE JUST PICKED THE PERSON SHE HAD MORE CHEMISTRY WITH. I LIKED ADAM BETTER BUT JUST BECAUSE SHE DIDN'T CHOOSE HIM DOESN'T MAKE HER A DUMB SLUT OR ANYTHING LIKE THAT! I WISH YOU PEOPLE WOULD BE MORE RESPECTFUL AND GROW UP!

Posted by THE WISE ONE at 4:00 AM on December 9, 2003

I completely agree with the majority of the posts here so I won't repeat. But from the sound of it I think Adam really is the winner. If you ladies can't have Adam I am an "Average Joe!"

Posted by Larry at 4:12 AM on December 9, 2003

Jason tried to get her DRUNK, she claimed she was a lady, but then allowed his smile to sway her loins a brief moment later, nice and classy. Adam treated her like a princess. He was a perfect gentleman and if looks didn't matter why was he on the bus. Melena is a hypocrite. She should have just said she prefered looks, instead of lamenting the idea. She lied to herself, Adam, and America. She led Adam on and then broke his heart. She should be ashamed of herself, but perhaps she is just too shallow to care. NO CLASS!!!

Posted by niceballos at 4:53 AM on December 9, 2003

What the f***? Melena is a shallow bitch who chose a pretty boy. I thought she would go for Adam but she didn't. What a dumb whore! Melena, look what Adam had done for you. You wasted it and played with him till the end of this most stupid show. You will regreted it for sure. Adam, you did good and well with yourself in this show. I'm sure there will be BETTER girl than that dumb whore. Let me know when you will be in any show.

For nbc, average joe reality show sucks and seem cruelity. You make EVERYONE get hurt and heartbroken. From now, you got to do something better than that stupid show. Oh wait... you won't do it. By the way, I'm not looking forward to watch average joe 2 because did you see how that girl got upset when she saw these guys arrrived? Do you think its funny to send these guyz to her? No its not...

Posted by anonymous at 5:08 AM on December 9, 2003

Now that women know Adam is not only cool, but well off, he will have the problem of gold diggers. I hope he can see through the pretty faces of those women. Now that Adam is known to be well off, his romantic life just got harder. If he didn't know it before, he should know now..."Trust Noone".

Good luck, Adam

As for the show....what a joke. The second one is even worse. Why call a show "Average Joe" when there are going to be these "Above Average Joes"? Kinda looks like "The Bachlorette Model who picks the Above Average Joes over the Average Joe". But then, that is reality, isn't it?!

Posted by Ground_Chuk at 5:32 AM on December 9, 2003

wow, i want to beat that girl down for not choosing adam. and he was STILL a gentleman after she rejected him. you could see how badly he wasted to cry on the bus when she kissed jason RIGHT IN FRONT OF ADAM, what a total bitch.

Posted by at 6:21 AM on December 9, 2003

The way I look at it - is Adam is the lucky one - I actually think Melana and what's his face - jason had better chemistry. However, I think Adam will get a chance to really meet someone that is into him.
K.

Posted by kaaren at 6:31 AM on December 9, 2003

Come on people...get real! I don't suppose that anyone has thought of the fact that a good part of the reason that these guys fell so quickly for Melana has anything to do with HER looks? All these guys, suddenly confronted with a girl that would normally be "out of reach". Would they have felt the same way if she had been ordinary or even FAT, like "cousin Danielle"? I think it is hypocritical to think that's okay while lambasting Melana for her choice.

When you have all these guys, who don't really know you, fall hard for you because you are beautiful, you must feel a lot of pressure and wonder if it is just your looks that really is attracting them. Chosing a guy who you know could date girls maybe even prettier than you takes some of the pressure off and might make you feel more sure that he likes you for you. Now if you really knew these guys, and they truly knew you, then it might be a different story.

So, I know we are disappointed...Adam seems like a great guy, and everyone roots for the underdog. However, it was clear, even edited the way it was, that Melana had more of a romantic connection with Jason. Would you have wanted her to pick Adam just because he is rich and successful, despite her feelings? Plenty of beautiful girls are willing to do that, but I think THAT is shallow.

Posted by k at 7:10 AM on December 9, 2003

I have watched the show since it started. I really think that she had true feelings for both men. I was disappointed though in her decision. BUT!!!! No matter what her decision would have been people would have been arguing these two things:
1.) If she had chosen Adam, she would have only been picking him for his money and the lifestyle that he has.
2.) And as most say she only picked Jason because he looked better.
Both men were very sweet and sincere with her. But her connection with Jason was obviously much stronger. Like on last night s show she went to visit him at his home. He lived the way that she was acustom to, grew up in the same type of neighborhood and town. Adam on the other hand lives a bit more elaborate lifestyle. I think either man would have been great for her. You could tell that even though Jason was good looking he had his own insecurities!!

Posted by a bit disappointed at 8:24 AM on December 9, 2003

Malena may have taken Human Relations in college, but its clear to me that she followed her libido vs. her heart and has little clue what it truly takes to make a solid, long lasting relationship. Sooner or later lust runs out, and somebody HAS to pay the bills. Given that Malena works part time and Jason doesn't work at all, guess Jason's parents will have the honor of picking up that tab as well.

I'm still pondering who gets to foot the bill for all those plane tix from SoCal to MO during football season so Malena can do her Chiefs Trivia segments. The LA/Orange County area doesn't have a football team. Then again, perhaps the San Diego Chargers are in the market for a cheerleading couple (and it would give Jason some income...*lol*).

Posted by Katt at 9:14 AM on December 9, 2003

She picked the wrong guy!! How great was Adam!! He really should have won the girl. I think the show should have been named "Pretty boy Joe." That guy Jason seems like not only a loser but pretty dumb too. Adam should not give up hope there are so many girls that would love to go out with him.

Posted by sasha at 9:22 AM on December 9, 2003

This is the first reality show that I have every watched. It had a great twist compared to the other shows. Then the good looking guys showed up and I new she would pick them. I watched the show until the last 15 minutes before she chose and my wife got home from school. I chose to turn of the reality show and take care of my reality.

Do any of your really think that these "Reality" shows have any reality in them. They are there for one reason. That is to make the TV stations money.

All this reminds me that I need to take care of what is real in my life. To enjoy the "average" person that I am, and charish the "average" wife that I have, who by my standards is so far above average that these "reality" girs.

I hope that Jason and Melena will be able to find a real relationship away from the cameras.

But most of all I hope that Adam realizes that this "reality" show brought out the best in him and I wish him the best of luck in the future!

Posted by Aaron at 9:29 AM on December 9, 2003

I have watched the show from day one, and I never expected it to end that way. Adam was so sweet and honest and clearly in love with her, while Jason could have any hottie he wanted. I thought she would have used her heart not her eyes to make her decision . Clearly looks over power smart thinking. With Adam she could have had it all, he made he laugh, and that is so important in a relationship.Melana and Jason's attration will fade. Adam's love would have been FOREVER!!!! Her loss is someone else's gain!!!!

Posted by Silverstar at 9:37 AM on December 9, 2003

Personally I am not surprised that Melana chose Jason over Adam. Isn't that what the "beautiful people" do, stick together? However, women aren't the only shallow ones. I notice the follow up show is Average Joe 2, not Plain Jane. Why? Because we all know that NO handsome male will pick a plain female. There would be NO suspense whatsoever.

Posted by Jaeckyn at 9:37 AM on December 9, 2003

I have watched the show from day one, and I never expected it to end that way. Adam was so sweet and honest and clearly in love with her, while Jason could have any hottie he wanted. I thought she would have used her heart not her eyes to make her decision . Clearly looks over power smart thinking. With Adam she could have had it all, he made he laugh, and that is so important in a relationship.Melana and Jason's attration will fade. Adam's love would have been FOREVER!!!! Her loss is someone else's gain!!!!

Posted by Silverstar at 9:37 AM on December 9, 2003

I think Adam should get his own show where her is the "average guy" and they bring in 25 smokin hot women. He deserves it!!

From one average joe to another, ADAM YOU ROCK BROTHA!!

Posted by kid at 9:57 AM on December 9, 2003

Melana you SUCK! I hate you!! Your just what I thought you were. Good act....but as usual its hard for a leopard to change its spots. I'm happy for Adam....he didn't get stuck with a BEOTCH like you! May GOD have mercy on you Melana.

Posted by Telewireman at 10:26 AM on December 9, 2003

I work at Adam's bar and live in the same neighborhood...always see him around- always a nice guy...i felt like i had the opportunity to get to know him more watching the show and was pulling for him every step of the way. Milena kept making all these excuses for Jason...she likes the fact that he lives at home??? Common now??? He's not THAT cute!! I saw him at the finale party last night at Slate and Adam blows him away!!!
The fact that she picked Jason, confirms yet again…that pretty people choose other pretty people even when the less pretty people have more to offer them… it just makes me sad to see it all being confirmed on national television. Girls...common down to Nectar...maybe you'll get your shot at a REAL man...because poor, pitiful, superficial, Milena's head was too big to see what was right in front of her...or maybe her pom poms were in the way...

Posted by tracy at 10:30 AM on December 9, 2003

Needless to say I ashamed at NBC. Melena is a shallow dumb blonde. I couldn't believe it when she picked that pretty boy Jason. She said she picked a diamond in the rough....WHERE??? Jason is 26 years old, living with his parents, STILL in school and has NO personality and Adam had it all! Hey Adam if you read these there are plenty of women out here wanting to date you!! Wonder how long it takes for "Barbie and Ken" to break up?

Posted by Tess at 10:38 AM on December 9, 2003

I was so mad last night to Adam have to go home. At the beginning of the show I thought "Ok, maybe she really is sincere." NOT!! Milena is so superficial. No one can tell me that she did not pick Jason because of his looks. And then to see that they will be doing yet another show really disappoints me. I don't want to see any more real people hurt. I will not be watching the next season of "The average Joe."

Posted by Karen at 10:40 AM on December 9, 2003

Melana is a flaming idiot! Adam is absolutely adorable, inside and out. Adam seems like a fun guy to be with. Jason wasnt even that cute!! Honeymoon will be over soon Melena!!!! You will regret your poor choice!

Posted by Limerick at 10:56 AM on December 9, 2003

The beating Jason is taking on this post is so unfair. Just because he's good looking doesn't mean he is a "cheat." And just because Melana is attracted to him doesn't mean she is a "bitch." I think this was a lose/lose situation for Melana. If she had picked Adam, people would have said it was because he has money and would have called her a "gold digger." Yes, Adam is a great guy but haven't we all dated great people only to find their is no spark? Get off her back! The chemistry between Melana and Jason was magical. She picked the one who gave her butterflies when they kissed. Wouldn't you?

Posted by PB at 11:05 AM on December 9, 2003

ADAM IS MY DREAM GUY!!! I cannot believe that Melana picked Jason!! This morning I am still in shock, what was that girl thinking? She will look back on this one day and realize the horrible mistake she made. But lucky for the rest of us girls....ADAM IS AN AVAILABLE DREAM BOAT!!! hee hee

Posted by Princess at 11:09 AM on December 9, 2003

After watching the show and being truly hurt by the ending. I come to realize that it was Reality. I consider myself an Average Joe and have done well in life. My friends all tell me how great a catch I would be for some lucky lady, and I like Adam have a pretty good sense of humor. But in the end just like the show its all about looks. I do think the show did do some good for Adam and maybe the rest of us "Joes" in the world and that was to give us hope.

Guys are also shallow, so an Average Jane show would be a complete waste of time. The thing is that most of those guys on this show, and the guys on the next show, have an opportunity that in REALITY they would be so afraid of and that is getting that close to a beautiful looking woman. We all are guilty of wanting an attractive looking person as a love interest, we all dream of it. But as I have found out and that the viewers of this show has also understood that there is so much more to matters of the heart than physical attraction. I and the teaming millions will not be sucked into watching AJ2, I do hope that it has the same or worse success that Joe Millionaire 2 did.

Adam was truly the big winner here and thanks for being the class act that you are.

Posted by Jay at 11:11 AM on December 9, 2003

Yes, I think she picked the wrong guy--but in REALITY- she picked the right one-- they are reight for each other.

If she can meet Adam's roommate, go to Adam's job and meet his co-workers, go to Adam's bar, hear Adam's poems, accept Adam's gifts, look into Adam's eyes and see how bad he wanted her and see how perfectly sweet and romantic Adam is-- and STILL pick the pretty (probably gay) youngster living at home then she and Jason are meant to be! He didn't introduce her to ANYONE-- not even his parents that he lives with-- he didn't take her anywhere special, he didn't add his own personal touches to anything (oh yeah, he has not personality!!), and he showed no real desire to get the girl. All they did was kiss and slob every chance they could get! WOW!! what a basis for a true, long-lasting romance!

Adam will find (if he hasn't already found) the one he was meant to be with. I'm glad the show has cast him in such a good light and he knows his potential, and that he was a gracious gentleman till the very end. Adam-- you are the best and the rest of your life is going to be wonderful. I'm glad Melana kept you on long enough to show the world what a "diamond in the rough" you are--- with or without the $$!

Posted by Hottie at 11:17 AM on December 9, 2003

I AM SO PISSED OFF THAT SHE PICKED JASON! I mean sure hes hot and all, but he doesnt have a personality and they didnt seem to have as much chemistry as her and adam! I was so pissed off. I dont think melana is a bitch or jason is a cheat--but I really think she should of picked adam--she just seemed happier with him than with jason--but then again none of us can really say she should have picked him over him cuz we arent her and its who SHE chooses--although i would have liked to see her with adam in the end

Posted by Nicole at 11:19 AM on December 9, 2003

ADAM should have won! Jason is a student/waiter who lives with his parents--while adam has a great job and is obviously great at his job--he is definetly a catch and she lost him to a pretty boy--she said looks dont matter but obviously they do if she picked Jason over adam! plus the fact that adam isnt even that bad looking--his personality makes him hotter--im so pissed off--melana missed something big!

Posted by Steph at 11:23 AM on December 9, 2003

What a dissapointment! I knew it was over for Adam when Melena gave him the framed picture of the two of them. She was giving him something to remember her by... BUT, as you can tell by the postings, Adam is the NEW hottest bachelor of NY. He will definitely be able to find someone equal to him in kindness & sense of humor. Adam ROCKS!!

Posted by Adam lover at 11:40 AM on December 9, 2003

Only an older woman like myself knows that she missed out on the real thing, to have a real man who loves you, respects you and thinks your the next best thing to sliced bread is the only way to go, poor melena she's to young to know the difference. She missed a great guy who I know after this show must now have hundreds if not thousands of woman calling the show to get fixed up with him. Hang in there Adam you are a real catch and you will come out ahead of these two nincompoops.

Posted by at 11:41 AM on December 9, 2003

Like most of you, I am a big fan of Adam. So did you really want him to end up with Malena?
I say NO! She was not his type and definitley wouldn't have made him happy.
He needs a more mature, sophisticated, AVERAGE Jane. Someone who is not intimidated by his success and could REALLY appreciate him. For the sake of his happiness and sanity, I am very glad she didn't pick Adam!

Posted by shereeG10 at 11:42 AM on December 9, 2003

I don't understand why people are so shocked that Melana picked Jason. Melana tried to let Adam know that she had strong feelings for Jason in the limo. But all Adam could think about was "making out" with her. She was being honest with him and he couldn't handle it. So on the next date she kept her mouth shut and gave him and the viewing public what they wanted. Given the circumstances, I think Melana was as fair an honest as she could be.

Posted by PB at 11:54 AM on December 9, 2003

Me like most of America was highly disappointed in Melana's choice. She is however a young girl. Anyone with a little maturity will tell you that what a woman see's in a man at the age of 25 isn't the same thing she'll be looking for when she's in her 30's or 40's. Clearly she made the wrong choice. I feel that Adam has already proven himself as far as being someone that would be a good provider to a woman and a family. He seemed to be very honest and sincere. What I liked the most was that even when faced with adversity by not being the man chosen he showed his true character by graciously admitting defeat and wishing her the best of luck with her choice. Now that really tells who an individual is by how well he carries himself when he loses. Everyone can be pleasant and upbeat when they are winning. But how are you when you lose?! Adam will do well in his future and I personally wish him all the best.

Posted by Reba at 12:11 PM on December 9, 2003

Initially, I had the opinion that Malena was yet another airheaded pretty girl. Over the weeks, I began to see that she was more than that - that she actually had a strong personality, brain and compassion. At the end, I discovered that she also deserves an Oscar for acting. I was totally convinced that she would choose Adam. His charm and humour made him the most attractive man on the show. Her response to him on their final "dates" lead me (and apparently Adam as well) to believe she was falling in love with him. Yes, Malena...time to write your, "I'd like to thank the Academy" speech now. As for Adam, he is the only winner in this whole misguided show. The interesting premise of the show is what got me to watch - the trashiness of it is what will prevent me from viewing any further seasons. Shame on the producers, and shame on Malena!

Posted by liz at 12:11 PM on December 9, 2003

This just proves to us that girls like Melena are shallow bitches.
Girls keep raving that looks don't mean anything to girls. But this just shows us the truth.
So from now on, we guys don't wanna hear anything about guys being shallow.

So what's gonna happen to Melena. She will wish she picked adam in about 2 years when she gains 30 lbs and some stretch marks from pregnancy, and pretty boy starts calling her a fat bitch.

Posted by The real man at 12:19 PM on December 9, 2003

I really loved this show. I thought that it was going to happen that someone was going to choose someone for who they were on the inside and not how they looked on the outside but this is real life and that doesn't happen that much. I hope that guy Jason that she choose cheats on her and leaves her for someone more pretty because Adam was perfect for her and she knew that. If this was not real life Adam would have her right now but it's real life and the average joe doesn't get the beautiful girl. There's another show, the Average Joe 2. I would never watch that because she'll probably do the same thing. I just think that she should have thought more. Because it shouldn't matter what you look like on the outside, it should matter what's inside. Jason might now be the worst person, but just because he was cute, she picked him. That's all I have to say because it gets me so mad to even think about it.

Posted by Lacey at 12:23 PM on December 9, 2003

I really loved this show. I thought that it was going to happen that someone was going to choose someone for who they were on the inside and not how they looked on the outside but this is real life and that doesn't happen that much. I hope that guy Jason that she choose cheats on her and leaves her for someone more pretty because Adam was perfect for her and she knew that. If this was not real life Adam would have her right now but it's real life and the average joe doesn't get the beautiful girl. There's another show, the Average Joe 2. I would never watch that because she'll probably do the same thing. I just think that she should have thought more. Because it shouldn't matter what you look like on the outside, it should matter what's inside. Jason might now be the worst person, but just because he was cute, she picked him. That's all I have to say because it gets me so mad to even think about it.

Posted by Lacey at 12:23 PM on December 9, 2003

I have to agree with almost everyone here. I've been addicted to this stupid show since day 1. Adam was the best and should have been picked. What a personality. He did all the things that most women would dream a guy would think of. Poetry, shopping, a night of pink... wow! What a dummy she is

Posted by Alexis at 12:32 PM on December 9, 2003

At first I was ticked off, but then I realized that it was a utter waste of time. My wife called it much earlier than I, she thought Melena was shallow from day one when she was mooning for Zach. My wife told me she would pick Jason after watching the first five minutes of last night's program. I didn't agree, for some reason I held hope that Melena was not like the countless MTV generation who would prefer a face to personality. Finally I had a real beef with the whole premise. If its truly going to be about the "average Joe", then why bring on the studs. The producers blew it, and NBC is the real loser. I think a number of people like me will ignore the next installment of average Joe.

Posted by Karl at 12:35 PM on December 9, 2003

AVERAGE JOE? This show just proved how shallow Melena is. What was the point? To depress lonely, already insecure guys and bring in pretty boys to prove that gals like Melena go for LOOKS above all else? It was complete BS and even though I know (if this is all real) that Adam will be a better person for all of this, I think it was just crappy all the way around. All Melena and Jason did was make out!! Gee, what a connection. Maybe they're perfect for each other and maybe Adam deserves better. Wait, he DEFINITELY deserves better! Like Liz above, I also say shame on this show and I too will not watch future seasons. Rubbish, complete rubbish...for those of us with common sense.

Posted by Victoria at 12:36 PM on December 9, 2003

Well, no one else has played devil's advocate yet, so I guess I'll bite. Technically, Melena did follow her heart because she chose a poor worthless college student with little or no prospects over a rich, kind (and, I think, quite handsome) man. Either way she would have been called shallow. She could pick a hot guy or a rich one. I think she'd have been bashed either way. Let's not boycott her. After all, the producers made the choice to send in the hot guys halfway through. And anyone who watched the show could see the chemistry was stronger between Melena and Jason. I watched her kiss Jason in the ocean, and then kiss Adam. She stood as far away from Adam as she could to still maintain lip contact. Chemistry isn't everything, but why be with a guy who doesn't make your pulse flutter when you kiss? Ladies, you know what I'm talking about. I do hope that Adam gets to be the next Bachelor though! He's is 100 times better looking than the current bachelor, BOB, who looks like pug dogs dominate his ancestry. Melena, best of luck supporting your spineless career college student, he will follow you around like a puppy until it drives you crazy and you dump him. (PS. Jason has a unibrow. SO not hot.)

Posted by Impartial in NC at 12:47 PM on December 9, 2003

Let's be honest here, if she had picked Adam, she would have been called a gold digger. It was very obvious that she was way more into Jason than Adam. Zack & Jason would have made a little more sense, but Adam never had a chance. He should be fine now though, because every beautiful woman, especially the gold diggers will be looking his way.

Posted by Candie at 12:49 PM on December 9, 2003

I loved the show - admittedly a guilty pleasure. I too was sad that Melena didn't select Adam since he was clearly the more adorable guy and definitely the "husband" material. But I think she really wasn't ready for a serious relationship with someone that already had a real life. I think it was telling that her reason for picking Jason was that "their" options were open to make the life THEY wanted - he lives with parents and had no real job - he had WIDE OPEN options. Contrast that with Adam who had a set group of loving friends and family, a real job and clear ties to NYC. It was clear that she might be the person to make sacrifices to fit into his life. Jason never showed family nor friends, he was obviously more portable in his options and ties. I just hope for her sake he lives up the future she thinks he can acheive.

Posted by Miss_Noir at 12:54 PM on December 9, 2003

I loved the show - admittedly a guilty pleasure. I too was sad that Melena didn't select Adam since he was clearly the more adorable guy and definitely the "husband" material. But I think she really wasn't ready for a serious relationship with someone that already had a real life. I think it was telling that her reason for picking Jason was that "their" options were open to make the life THEY wanted - he lives with parents and had no real job - he had WIDE OPEN options. Contrast that with Adam who had a set group of loving friends and family, a real job and clear ties to NYC. It was clear that she might be the person to make sacrifices to fit into his life. Jason never showed family nor friends, he was obviously more portable in his options and ties. I just hope for her sake he lives up the future she thinks he can acheive.

Posted by Miss_Noir at 12:55 PM on December 9, 2003

I loved the show - admittedly a guilty pleasure. I too was sad that Melena didn't select Adam since he was clearly the more adorable guy and definitely the "husband" material. But I think she really wasn't ready for a serious relationship with someone that already had a real life. I think it was telling that her reason for picking Jason was that "their" options were open to make the life THEY wanted - he lives with parents and had no real job - he had WIDE OPEN options. Contrast that with Adam who had a set group of loving friends and family, a real job and clear ties to NYC. It was clear that she might be the person to make sacrifices to fit into his life. Jason never showed family nor friends, he was obviously more portable in his options and ties. I just hope for her sake he lives up the future she thinks he can acheive.

Posted by Miss_Noir at 12:55 PM on December 9, 2003

I loved the show - admittedly a guilty pleasure. I too was sad that Melena didn't select Adam since he was clearly the more adorable guy and definitely the "husband" material. But I think she really wasn't ready for a serious relationship with someone that already had a real life. I think it was telling that her reason for picking Jason was that "their" options were open to make the life THEY wanted - he lives with parents and had no real job - he had WIDE OPEN options. Contrast that with Adam who had a set group of loving friends and family, a real job and clear ties to NYC. It was clear that she might be the person to make sacrifices to fit into his life. Jason never showed family nor friends, he was obviously more portable in his options and ties. I just hope for her sake he lives up the future she thinks he can acheive.

Posted by Miss_Noir at 12:55 PM on December 9, 2003

I loved the show - admittedly a guilty pleasure. I too was sad that Melena didn't select Adam since he was clearly the more adorable guy and definitely the "husband" material. But I think she really wasn't ready for a serious relationship with someone that already had a real life. I think it was telling that her reason for picking Jason was that "their" options were open to make the life THEY wanted - he lives with parents and had no real job - he had WIDE OPEN options. Contrast that with Adam who had a set group of loving friends and family, a real job and clear ties to NYC. It was clear that she might be the person to make sacrifices to fit into his life. Jason never showed family nor friends, he was obviously more portable in his options and ties. I just hope for her sake he lives up the future she thinks he can acheive.

Posted by Miss_Noir at 12:55 PM on December 9, 2003

I loved the show - admittedly a guilty pleasure. I too was sad that Melena didn't select Adam since he was clearly the more adorable guy and definitely the "husband" material. But I think she really wasn't ready for a serious relationship with someone that already had a real life. I think it was telling that her reason for picking Jason was that "their" options were open to make the life THEY wanted - he lives with parents and had no real job - he had WIDE OPEN options. Contrast that with Adam who had a set group of loving friends and family, a real job and clear ties to NYC. It was clear that she might be the person to make sacrifices to fit into his life. Jason never showed family nor friends, he was obviously more portable in his options and ties. I just hope for her sake he lives up the future she thinks he can acheive.

Posted by Miss_Noir at 12:55 PM on December 9, 2003

I loved the show - admittedly a guilty pleasure. I too was sad that Melena didn't select Adam since he was clearly the more adorable guy and definitely the "husband" material. But I think she really wasn't ready for a serious relationship with someone that already had a real life. I think it was telling that her reason for picking Jason was that "their" options were open to make the life THEY wanted - he lives with parents and had no real job - he had WIDE OPEN options. Contrast that with Adam who had a set group of loving friends and family, a real job and clear ties to NYC. It was clear that she might be the person to make sacrifices to fit into his life. Jason never showed family nor friends, he was obviously more portable in his options and ties. I just hope for her sake he lives up the future she thinks he can acheive.

Posted by Miss_Noir at 12:55 PM on December 9, 2003

I thought for sure melena had picked Adam, how could she not... he was the total package and then some.. yeah sure there was some chemistry (sexual tension) going on between jason and melena, but why not just get it on and over with, then fly off with the real man... Adam doesn't need a reality show to find a women that would love him to death,, I'd like to see Adam be the next bachalor on abc, and put in the same slot as the next aj..and watch out nbc as you take a royal crap on the ratins,, I'll not watch the next aj, The new beauty summed it up for me in the trailer "what the -uck did I get myself into? and those guys whew, they are total dorks...Very very dissapointing ending, when a shallow wanna be weather-man who lives in a house where mommy still displays his baby shoes, wins out over a man who created a beverage menu at the bar he owns, for a girl he was crazy abou.. perhaps jason could get a job there when his ride with nbc is over..., and melena lands another reality show... too bad too sad melena you showed your colors... enjoy sitting in jason's bedroom listening to cd's and watching yourself on aj while jason's mommy is cooking you up a casserole for dinner out in the ozzie and harriet kitchen... you blew it girl. Adam Adam Adam... be the next bachalor... I love you..

Posted by cj at 12:57 PM on December 9, 2003

I thought for sure melena had picked Adam, how could she not... he was the total package and then some.. yeah sure there was some chemistry (sexual tension) going on between jason and melena, but why not just get it on and over with, then fly off with the real man... Adam doesn't need a reality show to find a women that would love him to death,, I'd like to see Adam be the next bachalor on abc, and put in the same slot as the next aj..and watch out nbc as you take a royal crap on the ratins,, I'll not watch the next aj, The new beauty summed it up for me in the trailer "what the -uck did I get myself into? and those guys whew, they are total dorks...Very very dissapointing ending, when a shallow wanna be weather-man who lives in a house where mommy still displays his baby shoes, wins out over a man who created a beverage menu at the bar he owns, for a girl he was crazy abou.. perhaps jason could get a job there when his ride with nbc is over..., and melena lands another reality show... too bad too sad melena you showed your colors... enjoy sitting in jason's bedroom listening to cd's and watching yourself on aj while jason's mommy is cooking you up a casserole for dinner out in the ozzie and harriet kitchen... you blew it girl. Adam Adam Adam... be the next bachalor... I love you..

Posted by cj at 12:57 PM on December 9, 2003

In a way, I'm glad for Adam that he didn't end up with Melena. He was looking for someone/thing REAL. Melena might be beautiful, but she wasn't real. She will be finished with Jason in 6½ weeks and onto her next pretty boy.

Posted by Merry Christmas at 1:09 PM on December 9, 2003

What a man! After having his heart stomped on Adam was big enough to put a smile on his face and wish Jason and Malena well. While he may not have been the BEST match for Melena, I think he was much better than Jason. If you think back to when Malena and Jason were together think about how many times she called him "pretty" or "beautiful". The guy should be saying that to the girl, or at the least returning the compliment....he didn't even say anything back! Also think about when they were playing checkers on the last episode......she called him stupid. Maybe she was joking, but I believe we say things for a reason. She must think he is really stupid. I am truly dissapointed.

Posted by itsme at 1:18 PM on December 9, 2003

Melana has made a HUGE mistake. My husband 30 years watched this show with me--a rarity for either of us. We wanted to see an "average joe" have his chance. Sadly it didn't happen on the show. In real life, it happened to us amost 33 years ago. I was lucky enough to always have a date back then. However, there was this strange geek of a guy with a slide rule hanging off his baggy unbelted pants and a pocket protector full of flair pens who saw me and wouldn't let me alone. This senior seemed to follow me everywhere. Eventually, I broke down and agreed to a date. The rest is history. We went to college and grad together, married, , have 2 grown sons (a teacher, and an eye doc). Oh, by the way, girls, I am FINALLY getting comments from others saying my husband is "cute" and "hot". Funny, 3 decades have aged most men his age, creating baldness and beer bellies, but my guy just looks better all the time! An added bonus: he never watches SPORTS. He's also been a great provider as both a nuclear engineer and a computer tech supervisor. We can both see Adam's great husband potential and wish him the BEST (and that's not Melana)!

Posted by Pix at 1:21 PM on December 9, 2003

Has anyone tried to access the NBC AJ message boards?? They're totally screwed up for me and it won't let me login. It's SO annoying. I'm gonna go get a life now ;)

Posted by nobody at 1:30 PM on December 9, 2003

WHATS WRONG WITH PICKING A GUY WHO LIVES WITH HIS MOM, THESE DAYS IT SEEMS ITS AN EMBARRASSMENT FOR PEOPLE TO LIVE WITH THEIR FAMILIES. I DONT CARE IF HE IS A SENIOR CITIZEN, ITS NICE TO SEE A MAN WHO STILL HAS CLOSE TIES TO HIS FAMILY AND THAT THEY SUPPORT HIM WHENEVER HE NEEDS IT. OF COURSE MOST PEOPLE WHO WATCH THE SHOW HAVE DIVORCED PARENTS AND GENERALLY SHITTY PARENTS SO THEY CANNOT RELATE.

Posted by GGZOLA at 1:31 PM on December 9, 2003

I heard Melena say several times about how attracted she was to "pretty boy". He seems like a nice enough guy, but he just didn't have it like Adam does. Lives with his parents, a waiter--come on! What women would choose him over Adam unless she was only making her choice my looks! Jason is plenty cute, but Adam is even cuter. His wonderful, sweet heart comes shining through in everything he says, everything he does. His heart is so true and he deserves someone that can see that in him. I LOVE Adam and hope the best for him. He will "get the girl" in the end, and it will be a beautiful girl with a beautiful heart. GO ADAM!

Posted by ISSHEANUT at 1:32 PM on December 9, 2003

Everyone seems to forget, she wasn't in this for love or to find that average Joe... she's in it for her 15 minutes of fame and she got it. She's a household name and she loves it. Adam was a cool guy and got the shaft. I bet we see him on the Bachelor next after that annoying Kelly Jo gets her 15 minutes.

Posted by G at 1:43 PM on December 9, 2003

It is no surprise that Melana picked Jason. He was gorgeous. Total eye candy. I am sure that is was a very difficult decision for her though, because Adam is so precious. Jason seemed boring to me. Adam has a wonderful personality and a true romantic side. He is sweet and creative. Who could turn down someone that would name the drinks at HIS bar after the dates you had?! I can't believe she would pick some one who lives at home and is still in school and waiting tables at age 26 over a self-made guy like Adam. You go girl. We'll see how long it lasts...

Posted by Melissa at 1:48 PM on December 9, 2003

well, im not gonna criticize the show. I felt bad for Adam, and if it came down to it, i would much rather be like him than the pretty boy. I guess i'm an average joe myself but i think Adam just had a much better grasp on life. Jason was a nice guy, and I honestly feel bad for him. That's because he is getting this negative P.R. for something that's not his fault. It was edited this way. But when it all boils down to it, i really think the Average Joe did win. Adam was far from average and that's a testiment to him. Jason is 26 and and living at home and probably has no idea what he wants out of life other than a "hot chic". To be honest, i know a lot more Jason's in my life than i do Adam's.

Posted by iggle at 1:51 PM on December 9, 2003

In today’s society only two things matter; looks and money. That is the REALITY. And if you have both you win. Period. So in the end Melena was faced with the choice of LOOKS or MONEY she chose looks. No surprise given her insecurities. She was, as amazed that Jason found her attractive as Adam was that Melena found him attractive. So she traded up in the looks department. Lets face it Jason was prettier than she was. (And no I’m not gay). Here is another REALITY, women, no matter their age, will always marry up. You won’t find a woman making $100K a year marrying a guy making less or even the same for that matter, and good looking women usually go for the good looking guy unless there is a dramatic financial differential available. In the end few of us are able to move but a few degrees up or down the financial ladder or the beauty scale. We have all heard that after so many years of being together we start to look like our partners.
And don’t feel too bad for Adam by now he has more women throwing themselves at him than he can count. As for the rest of us I suggest eros-guide.com Where looks and beauty can be leased at what I consider a very fair rate.

Posted by Reality at 2:02 PM on December 9, 2003

WHAT A DISAPPOINTMENT. I BELIEVE I'VE HAD IT WITH "REALITY TV". I BELIEVE THIS SHOW WAS FIXED THE MOMENT THEY PUT PRETTY BOYS ON THE SHOW. WHY CALL IT AVERAGE JOE? I RATHER POP A MOVIE IN MY VCR THAN TO WATCH A SHOW LIKE THAT AGAIN.

Posted by MSMOUSE at 2:03 PM on December 9, 2003

of course it was fixed, do you think it was a coincedence that an average joe and a pretty boy were the final two? The producers definately have a lot of say in the show. If it were up to Melena then she would have kept jason and mike( i think that was his name)

Posted by boo at 2:09 PM on December 9, 2003

After all, Jason is the average Joe here, not Adam. Adam has everything that a woman could wish for. What made Melena choose Jason who doesn't have anything over Adam? It is LOVE. It is the chemistry that they have. I think Melena was very brave to make that decision.

Posted by Ms Average at 2:12 PM on December 9, 2003

I hope all of NBC and Melana is reading all this! The ending was a poor disaster. HOW DARE YOU HURT THE FEELINGS OF THOSE WHO ARE NOT BEAUTIFUL ON THE OUTSIDE AS IN!
How's this for sweet revenge? Adam goes on a future addition of "The Bachelor" on ABC. That show will get higher ratings from any more of your future additions of your pathetic show!
Melana, you've shown me that you are shallow from beginning to end! God help you!

Posted by Thor at 2:22 PM on December 9, 2003

Finding support for Melana's decision will be just as hard as finding support for the War in Iraq. Enough said.

Posted by MMT at 2:26 PM on December 9, 2003

Adam is so much better off than anyone else involved here. Do you know how many women will be knocking each other over to be with him! It'll be sickening. And trust me, they won't be average. Whether Melena and Jason stay together or not, who cares. WHAT if this was all for Adam?! Hmmmmmm...

Posted by at 2:28 PM on December 9, 2003

Latest Reality News: The Bachelor's Andrew & Jen broke up. If you noticed, all the Bachelors (except Bob so far) haven't worked out.
I can see that Melana and Jason's relationship will be no different.

Posted by Joe at 2:48 PM on December 9, 2003

First of all, I think the entire show was mean spirited and planned out by some NBC guy looking to make fun of the less attractive bunch. Second, Adam is incredible and it's her loss if Melana was too caught up with the pretty boy, who was only attractive in a "I am a Ken doll" sort of way. Jason seemed to lack any personality and was kind of weird, if you ask me. Adam is going to have women fighting over each other to date him...good luck to him!!!

Posted by MMO at 2:56 PM on December 9, 2003

If you asked me, I'd rather go out with Angus Young (AC/DC) than Jason (Melana's choice). The reason? Angus got more personality than bland "Pretty Boy". Do you ladies agree?

Posted by Jen at 3:02 PM on December 9, 2003

Melana's tragic decision proved to be the darkest part of reality. Most of us are very shallow. She is no different from the 7 blonde bimbos who slept with Hugh Hefner on a daily basis.
If you good ol' Hugh Hefner was an ordinary farmer from Arkansas or Kansas, those 7 blonde bitches don't want any part of him.
How sad this world is! Adam, you deserve alot better.

Posted by Devastator at 3:12 PM on December 9, 2003

i don't think melana is shallow just because she picked jason. i honestly think she followed her heart, and that's what really matters.

Posted by ~*Anne Marie*~ at 3:18 PM on December 9, 2003

Melana is an idiot. I hope she is happy living in Jason's home with his parents. They will not last long. I feel bad for Adam. Good guy. But Melana is a bitch. If I were Adam I would spit in her face and tell her what a low class whore she is.

You can see that Melana was raised by animals and comes from a home with no values. I can guarrantee that her mom was a waitress or dancer and her dad a coal miner. Not bad jobs - but not good.

She will have no luck with Jason

Posted by jack at 3:18 PM on December 9, 2003

I don't think the pretty boys should have ever even wound up on the show to begin with. I thought that was a really low twist. I don't know if I'll bother with AJ2 either because of that. If you are going to have a show called Average Joe, then keep it that way. What a shame.

Posted by thatstinks at 3:18 PM on December 9, 2003

Adam, I got 2 words for you: match.com. Here's your profile statement: I'm Adam.

Sit Back and watch the E-mails flow in.

Melena, Melena, Melena, it ain't gonna last. But perhaps you are not really interested in the long-term. Maybe you're a masochist who likes to learn things the hard way. I don't know, and I don't really care. My wife and I were only rooting for Adam.
He's gonna be alright.

Posted by ihaterealityshows at 3:26 PM on December 9, 2003

Melana definitely made the right choice. Adam was sooooooooo ugly. Those weird rabbity teeth? The schlub running around to ROCKY music???! What a loser. You could tell that whenever she was with Adam she just wanted to get away from him...and who could blame her??? He was creepy. By the way, it's not like Jason was that much better, or like Melana was any catch herself. OK, she was pretty, in an average sorority girl kinda way. But what a bunch of low class lame brains to be on this show in the first place.

I loved it!!!

Posted by john at 3:37 PM on December 9, 2003

Don't hate them because they're beautiful!!! Jason and Melana FOREVER!

Posted by PB at 3:58 PM on December 9, 2003

Hey Melena is hot I'd bang her! As a man I'd choose the prettier girl if I was on average joe.
So if you guys have a problem with that here's my email.

me@Gotohell.com

PS: and please no ugly girls

Posted by at 4:05 PM on December 9, 2003

Right on, who wouldn't choose the hotter girl. Duh. Like it's a crime not to end up with a loser.

Get with the program people.

Posted by John at 4:10 PM on December 9, 2003

OK! I can tell you that I am no an average joe! However I was pulling for Adam Like hell!!! What made Adam real was that he made his fame and fortue the old fashion way.......he earned it. This resulted in his true humbleness. If I had known that Melaina had previously been on "Meet the parents" I would have been clued in on the fact that she wants to get famous/rich the easy way.....being an actor/celeb!!! I hate to say this but most actors are dumb, shallow, and well....actors!!! Adam was a real guy! Jason Well I think we all know that he is GAY....I mean didn't Melaina even have some doubt??

Posted by danoh at 4:11 PM on December 9, 2003

Come on folks, she was in a no win situation. Although she obviously wanted to be on a reality dating show she certainly wasn't expecting to be forced into this situation. Everytime she had an elimination she had to think about how she would be percieved rather then concetrating only on her feeings. Then at in the end if she had picked Adam then everyone would be saying it was the money, since she picked Jason she has to hear how it was the pretty boy looks. In the end, right or wrong, I believe she picked who she felt best suited her, afterall she's a cheerleader, which makes her far more suited to a student/weatherman. I never would have picked Jason, but then I would never be a cheerleader either.

Posted by dhjskhk at 4:22 PM on December 9, 2003

So often I've heard men say that pretty girls always go for the guys with money. Thank you Melana for proving them wrong!

Posted by PB at 4:30 PM on December 9, 2003

Frankly, I think it took guts for Melana to choose Jason. The "right" choice from a public relations standpoint would have been to pick Adam. In fact, I predicted she would do so for that very reason, even though she had obviously had more chemistry with Jason. Yes, I know that doesn't last, but who thinks these couples are going to end up together for the long haul anyway? Most don't. She would have been criticized either way: a gold digger if she chose Adam and shallow if she chose Jason. I actually grew to like and admire Melana over the course of this program. Yes, she's beautiful, but she seems also to be intelligent, well educated, well-spoken and generally kind. While we all criticize her for not looking past Adam's exterior (not bad but not as good looking as Jason) to his beautiful interior, let's not forget he had some disparaging remarks about the "fat cousin." Not as offensive as Zack's comments but he did talk about how he didn't think he could kiss her. So, he's guilty of the same thing everyone is roasting Melana for--wanting the goodlooking one. In any case, she was in a no-win situation. I wish her well.

Posted by Lee at 4:54 PM on December 9, 2003

Hey PB,

Suck my ass!

Posted by Jim at 4:55 PM on December 9, 2003

Come off it! Adam wasn't all that sweet or all that nice. He made some nasty comments about Melana's "cousin" Danielle, remember? And when Melana tried to be honest with Adam about how she was feeling for Jason, he acted liked a spoiled brat. When Melana told Jason she had a "crush" on Zack, Jason took it like a man. So if anyone deserves an Academy Award, it's Adam for acting like he had some class when Melana dumped him.

Posted by PB at 5:00 PM on December 9, 2003

HE LIVES WITH HIS MOM! That is the funniest part of this. The average joe who wasn't average after all or the pretty boy that is oh-so-average. . .seriously. . . he lives with his mom?

Posted by Evan at 5:11 PM on December 9, 2003

This is not a reality show. I believe it was all planned. I also think Melana & Jason just want to start an acting career and this was a good start. Did you hear Matt on Today's show tell Jason he was a good actor?

Posted by B at 5:17 PM on December 9, 2003

You know, some people are saying that "Melana followed her heart" and that "she is really a sweet girl." But either way, you cant help but feel a great deal of dispair after having seen this. It's really left a bad taste in my mouth. Regardless of what kind of person she really is, I cant help but feel that she is very superficial.

Posted by Rob at 5:29 PM on December 9, 2003

I thought Average Joe was one of the best TV shows until the final episode. How could she have not picked Adam. I honestly think he was better looking then the so called "hot guy"! I'm hoping Adam will be the next Bachelor and get with a girl that likes him just as much as he likes her! Melana you made the wrong choice!!! Adam was a perfect guy!!

Posted by Michelle at 5:34 PM on December 9, 2003

None of this will matter in the future! I feel bad for Melana because she WONT BE ATTRACTIVE FOREVER. When she does get older she will fall into depression, and fall hard having known that she was once this "beauty queen." I say, enjoy the glamour and pretty boys now sweetie because it will eventually end - nothing lasts forever.

Posted by Billy H at 5:37 PM on December 9, 2003

I agree with you Billy H, she won't be beautiful forever and when that changes, she'd better be a strong enough person to deal with it!

Posted by Sara at 5:40 PM on December 9, 2003

That final episode was pathetic. I won't be watching AJ2 - after all, who wants to see another Barbie doll choose another Ken? Melena is vacuous and deserves her pretty momma's boy!

Posted by Andy at 5:48 PM on December 9, 2003

I was appalled when melana picked the pretty boy over Adam. I thought he was great! What is the show all about? Why our we congradulating her when she said Jason "had the looks and the personality and I want to get to know him more". Melana is an idiot.

Posted by Roberta at 5:49 PM on December 9, 2003

Dude how can you actually claim that Adam is a loser? He is 27 and has been featured in Fortune Magazine! So he isn't as good looking as Jason, at least he doesn't live at home with his mama and inspire to be a freakin' weatherman.

Either way Jason is going to age better than Melena and bang every hoochie in town. Adam at least would have been a good provider and a faithful companion.

Posted by your mom at 6:04 PM on December 9, 2003

I hope Adam gets his own show. And I hope they give him 15 average jane's to pick from then throw in three pretty girls. I'd really like to see who he'd choose.

Posted by jacie at 6:05 PM on December 9, 2003

I just wanted to say Adam is so hot. I don't blame Melana for picking Jason; I completely suspected it. But, just my personal opinion, nothing against her decision, I think everyone should remember that looks do fade, and if that's all you're in it for, what's left after that? Adam has an amazing personality, keeps you laughing, and I'm sure many girls watching the show had smiles on there faces and flutters in their hearts when they saw how wonderful a guy he is. Maybe Jason does that for Melana too, but she would have to admit Adam kept her smiling right on through. That's what I look for in a guy, and is how I found my average joe and love of my life.
P.S. I personally thought Adam was more attractive than Jason... haha

Posted by adam fan at 6:05 PM on December 9, 2003

Jason is not hot at all. It's guys like him that keep me straight. Shame on you Melena. You are hot. You got me hard watching you.

Posted by Michael Moore at 6:06 PM on December 9, 2003

Melana showed her true colors. Everything that came out of her mouth was what a beauty pageant contestant would say. I expected her to say that she chose Jason because it would bring world peace. She was never honest about not wanting an average Joe but that sentiment was clear in her actions and expressions. She talked about them like they were some mutants she had pity on. Adam made her laugh but Jason made her hot. Melena is way too immature to appreciate what Adam was offering her but she will slink back to get what her was offering and it won't be long before that happens. Jason was really a non-person with only his looks, no personality to speak of and constant deer in the headlines look. Melena was so dishonest and so self absorbed. Clearly unlikeable. I trust Adam will find a sincere mature woman who can appreciate his looks, not just his personality.

Posted by nate at 6:06 PM on December 9, 2003

ok...listen up.
Adam should've won the bitch.
It was average joe...not 10 average joe's and three models.

So I will never watch this stupid ass show again...ever.

They lied...if I were a lawyer, I'd sue.

Average or less than average guys have no chance with super model type girls...

but...in the long run Adam won, because she is just one shallow bitch!

Posted by No way Jose at 6:21 PM on December 9, 2003

I think melana was nice, but she picked the wrong guy, but of course looks matter she didnt want to be seen with a guy who had huge teeth, but she shouldnt have led him on thinking he was going tog et picked. Come on hes loaded and she picked a waiter whos like 27 still living at home....what a bum

Posted by KARI at 6:33 PM on December 9, 2003

I am so glad to see that other people were as pissed off as I was at Melana's obviously pathetic choice. What really ticked me off the most was her lame speeches to each guy. She basically was more concerned in "fooling" them than in being sincere. She was smiling and acting like she was going to pick Adam, saying really nice things. And then when she said " but the romance has to end" she looked like she was trying not to laugh. I can't believe she would be so MEAN to such an awesome person!! And one who she said so many great things about through the entire series. All she said to Jason was, I don't know you well enough, so let's go be together more! What a shallow, superficial, fake BITCH!! Adam, you rock, and you deserve WAY better than that lameass phony.

Posted by melana sucks at 6:43 PM on December 9, 2003

the real winner in all of this is average joe and the prducers....you dont think this is what they wanted. Love the show or hate the show, people are talking about it.

Posted by yo at 6:59 PM on December 9, 2003

*Snore.* All these people trying to say Jason and Me-laid-a had chemistry should take some psychology courses, or at least take up a practice in common sense. The only type of "chemistry" there was there were chemicals rushing to their lower extremities. That's not real chemistry, that's not romance, that's not love. That is lust, between vanity and narcissism for a quick lay. Me-laid-a clearly has self-respect issues in that she feels she needs a "hot" guy to make her, herself, feel attractive. But in the end, it will be Adam who will be laughing. For as Me-laid-a grows old and (even) less attractive, Jason is sure to follow. So, if in the longshot event that their relationship lasts (Ha!), Me-laid-a will slowly realize her poor decision as Jason begins to look like Jason Voorhees with age. Alas, poor vain simpletons... I laugh at thee.

Posted by Mal at 7:01 PM on December 9, 2003

The only thing that pissed me off was not really the fact she chose jason, but what she said about Adam after she ditched him. It was the same thing she said when she got rid of the other "joes" ..."In the end i think he is far more advanced and has much more to give than i could ever live up to..." or to that effect. Either way it doesnt matter, b/c she got what she wanted...her in the spotlight.

Posted by Your Mom On Toast at 7:02 PM on December 9, 2003

No one said this yet, but I think it was totally cruel and conceited of Melana to give Adam a picture of the two of them cozied up together right before she dumped him! Very cruel! Like he's gonna cry every night on his pillow with the picture? PULEEZE! If I was him, I'd burn it. Or if I was his girlfriend, (and I wish I was) BETTER YET I'D BURN IT!

Posted by Lorena at 7:44 PM on December 9, 2003

I dont think the " hmm pretty boys" should have ever been brought to the show that was not right and she chose the wrong guy give me a break a boy living with mommy and daddy geeze what a loser and I felt so sorry for Adam he took it like a man

Posted by Jackie Richardson at 7:45 PM on December 9, 2003

the show was awesomeee
hey fat nerd below average guys don't try to date hot attractive girls. save yourself the embarrassment

Posted by zack at 7:56 PM on December 9, 2003

Hi, I just wanted to say that I think that Adam is the sweetest most honest man I have ever seen. Not to mention modest. Any woman would be lucky to end up with you. If they ever did an average jane show they should pick Adam to be the one to pick among the average jane's. If this show were to ever be done I would love to be one of the average jane's.

I also must say that Adam was way better looking then Jason. Jason was so fake with his rehearsed smile and pose while getting onto the plane.

sincerely,
waiting

p.s. if this average jane show were to ever be done. For God's sake leave off the big breasted sluts!!! otherwise known as the women models....

Posted by in love with adam at 7:58 PM on December 9, 2003

hi, I think that the average jane show is a great idea and I would go if it weren't for my wonderful fiance. I think the best idea is to leave off the models!!! That ruined the show. What is the point of having an average joe show if she ends up with a model, who may be the most boring man alive and will do her no good in years to come...this is how I think things will work out...

She will support him while he goes through college until that day when he does graduate...after changing his major millions of times, trying to realize what his true dream for his life is...and when this day comes...and oh it will come...he will then drop her like an old habit...but good luck Melena!

Posted by Valerie at 8:09 PM on December 9, 2003

I think an average Jane show would be perfect, Adam is the perfect guy to pick the average Jane. He is so sweet and sincere. I wish him alot of luck and I hope Melina gets her heart broken just like she deserves.

Posted by Renee' at 8:44 PM on December 9, 2003

Steph-
I know you have the hots for Adam, why don't you tell him?

Posted by Renee' at 8:45 PM on December 9, 2003

Adam I have the hots for you!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by steph at 8:47 PM on December 9, 2003

Adam I have the hots for you!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by steph at 8:47 PM on December 9, 2003

Steph-
That's more like it :)

Posted by Renee' at 8:48 PM on December 9, 2003

I had never watched Average Joe until the season finale. I wanted to see if some pretty girl would actually pick an "average joe" over some "hot" guy. After the show was over, I couldn't believe how naive I was in thinking that she would pick the guy with the best potential for a long relationship over the "hot" guy. I'm sure that Malena, or whatever her name is, decided that she could "do better" that Adam. Adam seemed really cool, but he just wasn't "good looking enough." Most extremely attractive girls won't go for guys that aren't totally "hot", because people always tell the girls they can "do better." I won't watch the Average Joe 2. Everybody knows how it's going to end. The attractive girl is going to choose an attractive guy. Why do they even call it "Average Joe" when an average joe doesn't even win? This has got to be the dumbest dating show they have come up with so far. I don't even want to know how much worse they are goin to get.
Peace out!

Posted by That show is ridiculous! at 9:00 PM on December 9, 2003

yeah so she is a major slut who cares about looks over substance.
i hate her and NBC

Posted by bill at 9:21 PM on December 9, 2003

Please NBC bring Adam back for Average Joe 3, but he of course doing the choosing. Adam is a great guy who deserves alot better than Melana

Posted by at 9:34 PM on December 9, 2003

average joe rocked azzz!
and suxed ass
they should have named it
average joe and the other amazingly hot hunks that we know one of the hunks will win in the end

Posted by nana at 9:45 PM on December 9, 2003

Has anyone heard yet if Jason and Melana are even still together? I don't see them lasting long.

Posted by at 10:00 PM on December 9, 2003

Did you really expect a different outcome, really?? I don't like the outcome either, but it was REAL reality - hot girl always picks hot guy. Just like guy (case in point, Bachelor) will always pick girl with biggest boobs. And if Adam was "average" I'd love to be a 27 year old millionaire too. The whole show was a sleazy trick by NBC to get the "average" masses to watch, then slip the pretty people in the back door. Forget about AJ2 - it's just a tryst through high school, giving a bunch of 25 year old pretty boys who haven't grown up a chance to pick on the dorks one more time.

Posted by Mike at 10:01 PM on December 9, 2003

I am just thankful to see that everyone is seeing Malena-Malana-Malpractice-whatever her name is, for what she is. Kudos to you America. Oh and to the people who label falling for someone on the first date because of their looks and ability to kiss "CHEMISTRY"...please hand over all of your life-jackets and flotation devices, because you wont need them in the shallow puddle where you will spend the rest of your life. Good luck and God bless Adam-you deserve so much better. Come to think of it Adam-you won- because now Jason will be making out with the girl who had a crush on Zach instead of you...think about it.

Posted by TC at 10:03 PM on December 9, 2003

You call that Average Joe? I can't believe they brought those models in. She was with Jason for two weeks- how could she know? Oh, well, I hope the Hawaii one has a better ending, but I'm not getting my hopes up.

Posted by Michelle at 10:17 PM on December 9, 2003

Why would she pick such a boring guy? Adam was funny, sincere, and thoughtful towards her. This Jason guy had nothing to say. I loved when she asked "why do you like me" and he paused and said "I think you're pretty". Adam cared about who she was versus her looks. So screw Melana and Jason. If I see them strutting around this city (irvine, yeah, i live here too) together, i will throw eggs,and maybe some stool at their heads.

Posted by neeka at 10:28 PM on December 9, 2003

Adam will be the next bachelor, abc has already contacted him, as for the rocky workout at the end of last nites show, that was so adam..., and you got it, pretty boy floating on a lime green raft with just a glisten of water shimmering off his body, that was so him... Adam will re-group from all of this, he will look back 15 years from now while married to his equal and very beautiful wife, and wonder what he ever seen in Melena, I will not watch AJ2, I'd rather they bring back Who wants to marry my dad?... I have a good one for a reality show, being a friend of mine has been married 6 times, he thinks they should have a reality show, where the Ex's pick his next wife... sounds kinda cool doesn't it? p.s I really don't know about the abc contact with adam thing, rumor has it,, But you can bet we will see adam again..

Posted by jay jay at 11:10 PM on December 9, 2003

Shoe on the other foot - Average Jane pits average girls against HOT girls and Adam has to choose...who do you think he will pick? The HOT girl every time.

Posted by DG at 11:29 PM on December 9, 2003

Okay, so I do not watch reality shows, but I flipped by this one and enjoyed it. I was fooled till the last minute. How could she pick someone she "wanted to get to know better." So stereotypical she went with the pretty boy who she did not know. I love adam. I think he is a wonderful guy and deserves someone who can see that..and I also do not think he is unattractive..he is cute. Poor choice for her. With or without the money he is a great package.

Posted by cletis at 12:29 AM on December 10, 2003

What a joke, lets see your ratings drop for the next average joe, who cares if she picks the hot guy, what a surpirse.............whatever

Posted by ozzy at 12:47 AM on December 10, 2003

All of the "average Joes" were also shallow. Why were they so infatuated with her? Because of her looks, thats why. Don't they know that many "plain janes" are waiting for them, but of course most men, even the average joes feel that they for some reason deserve the gorgeous girl.

Posted by joyce at 2:05 AM on December 10, 2003

Who can blame beautiful Melana for picking a guy who matches her beauty? She has the right to have someone who looks as good as she does. I liked Adam much better too, but would Adam pick an Average Jane or a babe if he had a choice between the two? I think we all know the answer. Why do unattractive men feel like they deserve attractive women? It happens, but usually because the guy is filthy rich and the girl is a gold digger. Maybe we can say that maybe Melana was shallow but at least she wasn't a gold digger,

Posted by Tamyra at 9:52 AM on December 10, 2003

Kids, I knew she was going for Weather Boy the minute HE referred to her as Miss Missouri. I'm sure I am not the only one who realized at that exact moment that if there were male beauty pagents, he would have been a beauty king himself.

Even though it was Jason's comment, it suddenly dawned on me that they have a lot in common, and they have a real shot of having a happy, low stress relationship.

Adam, on the other hand, was confident or successful in areas that she wasn't, and vice versa. In other words, her good looks and his financial success and strong circle of friends would probably always make the other one feel insecure, and who needs that aggrivation?

I say Adam will be just fine, although now he's been outed as a good catch and will need to watch his butt and his wallet while being chased by "Lizzie Grubman" socialites on Long Island for the next year or two.

Posted by JT at 11:19 AM on December 10, 2003

is this all you people have to do? get a life! it's TV for God's sake!
Adam will live to see tomorrow and Jason is not all that bad. Admit it, he is damn cute.

Posted by not average at 2:34 PM on December 10, 2003

I hope the network is reading these! They actually don't care if we hate it or not as long as we continue to watch their staged "reality" shows. I will not watch another reality show because I believe they are planned. I will not watch AJ2. They are all fake.

Posted by b at 4:23 PM on December 10, 2003

Adam is better off without her! She isn't good enough. He deserves a REAL woman because he is a REAL man! The fake girl got the fake boy!!

Posted by Beth at 4:29 PM on December 10, 2003

Ok, since you all made it to the bottom of the page, here is my view... Adam is a true gentleman in defeat. He is one class act. Hopefully all the attention he is getting will help his self esteem... No one wants to have to bolster someone up if they call themselves a loser. He is obviously not one, but needs to realize it...

On the other hand, how average were these guys... There were a few that I would consider average, but more that I consider below average, at least in looks. And AJ2 looks even worse. Comeon NBC, average is not models and it's not losers...

That said, I would date any of the guys on AJ because I am equal opportunity.

Makes you wonder what would happen if they did an average Jane show... God forbid there should be any fat girls!

(Spoken as a true fat girl!) Sus

Posted by sus at 5:42 PM on December 10, 2003

I think they should have an Average Jane show, that would have Normal looking girls who don't weigh 100 lbs, like anorexic melena.
Put some voluptuous ladies and some plus size ladies one the show.

Then put Pretty boys like Jason in there, and let's see what happens.

Infact lets put Jason himself, and see what a sweet guy he turns out to be.

Posted by The real man at 5:57 PM on December 10, 2003

ENJOT THE SECONDS, THIRDS AND FOURTHS JASON. THAT BROAD PROBABLY BANGED THE ENTIRE KANSAS CITY FOOTBALL TEAM.

Posted by WHAZUP at 7:38 PM on December 10, 2003

After watching Jay Leno Tues. night I feel Jason got the bad deal. He seems nice while Melana seems very shallow. She is a fake. She even said they were working on his eyebrows! I guess he wasn't perfect enough!

Posted by B at 9:18 PM on December 10, 2003

Yes, I saw that Jay Leno show and I saw them on Ellen today. Jason doesn't say much, he seems kind of shy.

Posted by PB at 7:10 PM on December 11, 2003


A lot of you guys are forgetting tha Adam was no angel, he made rude remarks about Danielle, and even about Marlena when he could not have his way, he acts like a spoilt child. He tried to up the ante by shoving his wealth in her face. I for one am happy that she went with her heart, if Jason makes her happy then let her be happy. Adam looks like a ape, and he cant speak properly, I do not care much for his expressions of love to marlena because for all we know he was pretending. I am certain that he has had gorgeous women in his life, but he finally met one who could not be swayed by his charm or money.
So what if Jason lives at home with his parents, Marlena does the same, they have a lot in common. Leave her alone

Posted by dolly at 10:29 PM on December 11, 2003

I am an ol gal and I loved the show..I do not mind the choices I made and I had choice, you cant go with someone who you dont Love. that would be the desaster. Money is not the answer to happiness. if you are a pretty young person you are a pretty old person, especially if you are happy. way too much kissing everyone.

Posted by turtle at 2:44 PM on December 12, 2003

Melana is so dumb. Her picking Jason (only because of his looks) proves how shallow she is.

Posted by Ihtisham at 3:38 PM on December 12, 2003

I agree she is shallow. But not not from who she choose but the way she acts. You know if it was the other way around; good looking man choosing between a pretty woman or an average one. He would choose the pretty one. I think most people end up with someone that is as pretty (or average) as they are!

Posted by ugly at 4:26 PM on December 12, 2003

I think a lot of you are forgetting that this was a TV show.

Malena wasn't really on this program to find "true love". Although that was the premise of the show, the show just wants you to get hooked on the show, and the search for true love is just a very compelling premise.

Malena just wanted some media exposure and this show was perfect for her. Now all of America knows she's pretty and she's sweet and that she can act a little. She'll probably have a few guest spots on ER or the West Wing to show for her troubles or maybe a minor role in the next Rob Schneider movie. I doubt that at this point in her life she would want to settle down with a guy. She probably wants the freedom to pursue her career, which she probably thinks has "unlimited" potential. Pretty, ambitous women in their 20's think the universe is full of choices and from their vantage point, it is.

It's just a TV show. Reality's got nothing to do with it.

Posted by kurtvs at 12:37 PM on December 13, 2003

Nicely said, kurtys.
While the credits were rolling at the end of the show, there was this man who said something along the lines of: "We can tell you that Melena and Jason seperated on their way to wherever they were going and Adam is now in a new relationship."
I'm quite sure I heard right, so this whole thing is bullshit. All reality tv shows are bullshit.
It followed by a disclaimer which they only showed for one second, so I didn't have enough time to read, but they did A LOT of editing.
Don't waste your time watching AJ2. Just watch the last episode for the outcome.

Posted by Shani at 5:39 PM on December 17, 2003

Oh so shallow melena , by the way she and jason did break up on the way to their destination , what a waste of time television show that was. we all knew that melena was a sucker for good looks . Lets face it if those good looking bimbo guys hadn't come on the show , i believe melena would have chosen zack , why , because he was the best looking out of the guys , but hey it just proves how shallow melena really is . She played the television camera's into thinking she was really interested in Adam but that was just a side liner so we thought hey she is a nice girl . I personally wouldn't waste my time watching AJ2 , if u watch the shorts the new model goes in a spazzo cause the guys are to ugly and not good enough for her , THE ATTRACT ANOTHER SHALLOW MISLEAD MODEL!!!!!!

Posted by KaLah at 7:02 PM on December 17, 2003

This show just echoes the real world... which is, largely, a big pile of crap. People in this country are pathetically shallow. Nice guys finish last...

Posted by LR at 2:21 AM on January 20, 2004

Only 2 episodes have been shown in Oz so far but i know who wins now and it was pretty predictable.
So much for looks being unimportant , giving them all a chance and inner beauty being the most important thing.
The 3 big guys,the 2 weedy guys with glasses and thinning hair and the guy Melena didn't listen to when he talked ,all went on the second night.
Obviously only dated them cos she knew she was not going to pick them.

Posted by Alan at 7:24 PM on February 12, 2004

We are like so behind in oz, it sux. Tomorow they show the finale of season1 n i already know who wins. i don't blame her for choosing jason. His hot, mysterious n laid back n I know alot of girls complaining here would do the exact same thing as melana. Anywayz, i don't really care coz alex was the hot one. His sweet n sensitive n modest. I'd totally go for him!

Posted by Lisa at 8:57 AM on March 9, 2004

I personally could not believe that Melena picked Jason it was the sort of show that sucked you in and then wham she shows her true colours after all she said about Adam. She only picked Jason because he made her look good. I would love to see some more comments from the people down under because the finale only aired here tonight and all our family and friends will not be watching the next one and we will be bagging this one to everyone we know all over oz. Adam you are the sweetest guy and you were very gracious in you exit. Melena you are shallow wake up

Posted by KJ at 8:05 AM on March 11, 2004

I must be the only person on earth who thought Melana made the right choice! Could it be the Aussie mentality?? Perhaps so, but after reading sooo many negative comments about her choice of a guy who was still living at home, versus a rich successful dude with great pad and loads of money...did many stop to contemplate that had she chosen Adam (money) over Jason, she would have been castigated for choosing money over emotions. We have a saying oft used here...water finds it's own level!!! She chose who she chose and lets leave it at that.

Ciao from Australia

Posted by Donna O'Neill at 8:07 AM on March 11, 2004

Im from Australia too and the last episode of average joe was aired tonight...unforunately i couldnt wait and found out last week who won so all week ive been angry at the stupid idiot milena (just like u guys were months ago or whenever the first series was aired...)

anyway if she chose adam she wouldn't have been in it for the money because we all know that the money wasnt a big part of adam's life and EVERYONE saw past it!!!

Go adam! what a guy! and this is coming from a guy too...whose not gay i might add...unlike that loser jason!

Posted by John at 9:31 AM on March 11, 2004

I'm from Australia too, and i'm ashamed to hear you say its aussie mentality

Instead of prejuding adam against jason by material things and apperance i believe his personality was the greatest, his qualities as a person outweight jason's by FAR. Jason may be a 'babe'but hes also BORING in my opinion, i think their physical attraction will ware n tear, in light of Melenas heart, i believe she was blinded by the phsysical infactuations when the 'first crush' fever hits.

Yeah it's only a show, but it's made me realise (in Melenas stupidity) that true happiness can only be found in the people that make your heart smile not just your eyes.

Posted by Julianna at 10:05 AM on March 11, 2004

I watched the finale last night. WHAT A JIP!
Adam, definitely has WAY more to offer her. However, sometimes he came across as desparate. I think this was unfortunately due to the fact that she was in control. I cannot believe how much of a gentleman he was in the end. That must hurt her after Jason and Smelina broke up. She thinks with her unit between her legs, and proved it when they were staying at that lodge by shagging him that night.

Adam definitely deserves better and will move onto bigger and better things. Jason on the other hand is a boy. Toy Boy is the operative word. Men & boys are two different entities and looks like she didnt want a real man!

Posted by Kahuna at 2:19 PM on March 11, 2004

Hey all, another pissed off Aussie, i have very rarely been so emotional about of all things a TV show - to the point where i was unable to have a good night of slumber. It was a total JIP!!!

I agree - I can't believe that she led poor Adam on as much as she did dropping comments like "I think i'm going to move to NY" - the comment about "How she totally hadn't thought of Jason" the entire last day - being an average Joe myself, guys look for hints like that and i don't think it was fair of her to lead him on.

He seems like a stand up bloke, overall nice guy - i'm sure that he will find a really nice woman. I'm also pissed at the way that she smiled at him right the way to the end, even when she told him that he wasn't to go on the plane.

Now that would have been a good chance for him to go ape shit on her - but he stood true right to the end and it was testiment of the sort of bloke he is - to be able to take that shit on the chin makes him look even better to the general public.

As someone else has said, not wanting to be materialistic in any way - but she picked a pretty boy, who lives with mummy and daddy who cook for him and look after him who is probably a student of modelology at some third string university or college.

She picked the boy rather than the man - so much for all the tears she shed over the romantic nice things that Adam did for her - what a moo moo - I bet that Gillette sales on razor blades has gone up 2 fold since the show finale aired and every average Joe out there has realised that it doesn't matter how hard working, what a good person you are and family minded and general good bloke, you still get judged on your appearance.

I can't believe i'm a hetro, married guy, writing this shit - but it is a testiment to the fact that NBC and their cloke and dagger style pissed me off.

Posted by Moz at 7:27 PM on March 11, 2004

i think that adam was a doll from the beginning. he is like a big teddy bear. i can relate to him. he seems very sincere and sweet. i wished i had written sooner because i think that he is much better than that jason guy ever was.

Posted by denise at 9:15 PM on March 15, 2004

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