Big Brother 17: Oh, the Frustration…

by Lisa Marie Bowman on July 8, 2015

As my Aunt likes to say, “Well, heck…”

Seriously, it’s frustrating.

In a perfect world, Da’Vonne is exactly the type of player who should go far in Big Brother.  She’s smart.  She’s observant.  (It’s not surprising that she was the one who figured out the twin twist.)  Unlike almost everyone else in the house, she is capable of thinking strategically.  On top of that, Da’Vonne is actually an interesting and entertaining person.  She’s someone who I would want to hang out with.  Unlike Audrey, who speaks in the same flat monotone and has the same trapped in the headlights look about her regardless of what she’s saying, Da’Vonne is lively and witty.

And don’t get me wrong.  I know that Da’Vonne has a temper and that has proven to be her main weakness in the Big Brother house.  Some of her problems are of her own making.  But still, even with all that in mind, it’s still an undeniable shame that Da’Vonne is on the verge of being voted out while someone like Vanessa is successfully flying under the radar.

Making it even more frustrating is the fact that Da’Vonne won the “last laugh” advantage but it’s doubtful that it’s going to help her.  With the last laugh in play, Da’Vonne only needs five votes to stay but right now, it looks like she’ll be lucky to get two (Jason and Liz).  

Da’Vonne proved that she could be a useful ally when she figured out the truth about Liz and Julia.  But even after that, everyone seems content to follow the herd and vote her out.

Bleh.

I just watched tonight’s episode, in which we saw John win the power of veto and then take himself off the block.  We also got to watch Shelli and Clay trying to convince John not to take himself off the block.  It was hilarious because Clay and Shelli truly seemed to believe that they could convince John not to use the veto.

But it was also sad because it confirmed that Big Brother is not always a game that rewards the most deserving.  Da’Vonne is one of the smartest people in the house and she’s basically being targeted by the dumbest.  

Shelli may get what she wants but it’s going to come back to haunt her.

Anyway, tomorrow is eviction night!  And it would be nice if Da’Vonne somehow pulled off an upset and stayed in the house.  But, sad to say, it’s probably not going to happen.

Lisa Marie

Jeanne July 8, 2015 at 8:43 pm

Ahhh booo. I didn’t want DaVonne to leave. She’s the most real person in the house. Audrey is soooo soooo boring, playing around with that silly ponytail. I’m getting to love Megs personally. She smiles with her eyes. Jason and Steve are starting to get on my nerves. I will be back after the show tonight. We DVR’d it to watch after dinner. {{{HUGS}}}

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Kathy Jansen July 8, 2015 at 9:38 pm

D has done just as much lying and deceiving as Audry. It’s the name of the game that strong house guests get voted out. In the pas,t floaters and non important players have been voted out. In the early weeks it’s important to vote with the house because you might need their votes when you’re HOH. There will be time to vote for who you want. I think Shelly has been a smart HOH, always thinking through her moves. Putting up D was the person she felt no trust in. Putting up Meg was brilliant. She and Clay only talked to John just a little about not using the veto. When he said he didn’t want to they were okay with making another plan. The shows don’t tell the whole story of BB17. Watch the feeds.

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Janice July 8, 2015 at 10:04 pm

I hope DaVonne does leave the house, she is trouble if you ask me and I would not trust her for a minute. Audrey is another one to not trust. Please BB Gods send DaVonne home.

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Jeanne04 July 8, 2015 at 10:13 pm

I agree Da’Vonne is both smart and observant also. I just wish she could learn to quit waving her hands around so much when she talks! irritates me. Also agree that Audrey talks in a monotone and DOES always have that same expression on her face! lol. maybe it’s plastic surgery and her face is just froze that way? lol. who knows. She’s definitely tme most feminine transgender person I’ve ever seen . as opposed to 6’2 Caitlyn Jenner with his/her giant feet and kinda hunched over. kinda throws off the whole look. But back to BB. been missing the live feeds. the couple times I watched it was pretty boring. Again though I ike most of the houseguests this year! Meg who I wasn’t crazy about at first is now one I like. Disappointed the twins were “discovered” by Da’Vonne. Anybody know how that happened? I personally couldn’t tell them apart but even twins usually have SOME little thing that is clearly different .. even if it’s a mole or something that stands out.
Wonder what will happen with that now that most everybody knows. And what a “coincidene” that Da”Vonne got the 7th phone call. what are the chances of THAT just coincidentally happening to the person about to be voted out?? wondering what OTHER magic wand Production might bring out to possibly keep her in the house ..personally I’ll be glad to see her go. Surprisingly when I watched the live feeds she was nowhere to be seen. everyone seemed to be accounted for but her. anyway .. I’m enjoying this group!

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Kenneth Drew July 8, 2015 at 10:54 pm

Da vonne being evicted is ok with me. I think if Jase had stayed he would have become a favorite. Right now i don’t have a favorite. Just hope they all have fun.

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jolee July 8, 2015 at 10:57 pm

Okay, here we go!! Lisa, we are on the same track! There are so many other people in the house I would rather see gone than Da. She is smart and I believe she has been playing one of the best games in the house. The most boring people, in my opinion are: 1. Audrey …. she has as much personality as a statue!
2. Jason …. what has he added to the house? Nothing!
3. Vanessa …. no personality at all!
4. Austin … need I explain?
5. Shelli …. for allowing Clay take over her HOH decisions.
Well, that’s how I feel! I can only keep hoping for a miracle to save Da. (If I ever wanted production to manipulate the game, it’s now!) I can’t believe I said that! 🙂 Until tomorrow, goodnight everyone! Quoting Lisa again, stay supple! 🙂

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Ginny July 8, 2015 at 11:21 pm

I agree D has it all..but one thing. She can’t play well with others.. That’s a vote out the door in BB

What a bunch of boring people! No personalities at all.
Who picks these people!

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Sylvie July 8, 2015 at 11:25 pm

Ginny
They get picked by the same producers every year hence the boring results

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tendr July 9, 2015 at 12:04 am

would be kinda funny if on her way out the door Da said “Liz is the twin” and they switch….and it made me laugh when John looked at the camera and said uh NO…..

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Chad Templeton July 9, 2015 at 12:18 am

Bye DaVonne. FAST!

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windus July 9, 2015 at 12:22 am

She needs to go home to her baby anyway. Buh bye Day!

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Terri710 July 9, 2015 at 1:29 am

Would be sad to see Da go so early! She is smart and observant and playing a good game! She just have to keep her emotions and play smart. Lie, lie, lie……seems to be working for everybody else.

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Astra Kelly July 9, 2015 at 4:26 am

I find Da interesting, smart, observant. Calculating. I hope she stays..shake up the Barbies. Crossing fingers.

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Astra Kelly July 9, 2015 at 4:29 am

Also..Becky seems like she might have some depth to her..we will see. Meg bores me. Clay is a barbie as well . *Yawn*

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Nancy July 9, 2015 at 5:02 am

Astra, I have to agree with you, Da is interesting and I think she is a smart player and if given the chance she will go far if not win the whole thing. She came in the house to win and she will leave kicking and screaming.

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dom July 9, 2015 at 5:51 am

If Da’Vonne was such a smart player she would not be on her way out. She blew the battle of the block was out in the first round of POV. Da fits her perfectly as she is rude and thinks she is all that, she not. She can be rude and is very cocky and then to top it of those baby whining sessions, get real it a game. Whether the current HOH is being controlled or not she/they made smart moves and I disagree about it coming back to bit them. As for Audrey, she is one of the worst players and if that how she is in real life, Lord help her. Bottom line, her days are numbered as she will be voted out soon than later. Too bad the twins were found out as it would have been interesting to see how they would have played out in the game together, unless the producers (Big Brother) figure a way to keep them in the game. Well that’s my spin on it an I will be glad to see Da gone!!!

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jadeangel816 July 9, 2015 at 6:24 am

I can’t stand how Clays running the house! And shelli’s smile is just too big for her mouth. I never like to point out faults but am frustrated that she’s letting young Clay take over her HOH. I like Johnny Mac. He’s got a weird likability about him! And Da blew it by blowing up-sad, she’s smart. Audrey? Ugh and it’s not because she’s transgender- she’s just horrible at this game!!!

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Starfish July 9, 2015 at 6:28 am

DaVone needs to go she is nothing but a liar. She told the house she was a 2nd grad teacher I am surprised that the poker player hasnt recognized each other

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Michelle July 9, 2015 at 7:28 am

Oh there have been players in every season LIE about what their real careers are! WHO CARES!!! I am hoping for an upset, and Da gets to stay! I really like her!

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Fannie B July 9, 2015 at 7:50 am

I hate that Da is most likely leaving…she kept the house going. Shelli and Clay are looking thru rose colored glass if they think being a couple is a good thing. They have just put a target on both of thier back. I hope both HOH’s are not in there group so one of them will go home!!!

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jadeangel816 July 9, 2015 at 9:10 am

Starfish , I was wondering the same thing- how the two don’t recognize one another. Vanessa is lying about her profession too. They often do if they think their careers will hurt there game. Look at Derek and he was right to do so. I’m sad to see Da go. She’s very entertaining .

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MW July 9, 2015 at 10:38 am

I too am sad to see Da go, too soon!!! Yup, she brought some of it on herself and I really wish she could have kept the twin twist to herself and went directly to Liz/Julia to use to her advantage. I don’t see how she’s gonna stay – but it would be an AWESOME upset if she figured out a way to use the Last Laugh to her advantage. oh well, gotta find someone else to like.

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Alex July 9, 2015 at 10:43 am

Im glad she is leaving. She is not as smart ad she thinks she is or she would have toned down her mouthy, arrogant actions. I dont blame clay for getting rid of her because he and shelly know she is coming after them. Strange theory you have about keeping best player in game. I thoight you want the ones out who can beat you?

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jolee July 9, 2015 at 10:58 am

It’s a new day! Where there’s life there’s hope! It’s not over until it’s over! Time will tell! Don’t count your chickens before their hatched! Da is still in the house! As you know, anything can happen on Big Brother! Come on Production, do what you do so well ~ manipulate! 🙂 That’s all I’ve got! Have a good day bloggers! I will be back after the show tonight! I have been catching up on BBAD on YouTube! Very boring! Different from last year, which is good, but boorrrriiiinnnnggg!!! 🙂
P.S. My sissy said: “The fat lady hasn’t sung yet and she’s keeping her mouth shut!!” 🙂 🙂

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macy July 9, 2015 at 11:34 am

bleh

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Bbfanmo July 9, 2015 at 11:42 am

I wish Da could stay but I don’t see that happening. It’s not that I particularly like her but there are others who annoy me more.. right now that would be Shelly and Clay.. no wait Audrey or maybe Becky .. Ugh whatever let them all get evicted. My surprisingly fave houseguest is John.. the dentist. He killed that Kathy G comp and yay to him for not falling to the pressure from Clay and Shelly to not use the veto. Seriously?! Who do they think they are?!

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Lisa Marie Bowman July 9, 2015 at 11:56 am

How is that a strange theory, Alex? Oh well, peace be with you.

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Lisa Marie Bowman July 9, 2015 at 12:03 pm

NEW POST!!!!
http://www.big-brother-blog.com/big-brother-17/big-brother-17-cast-your-vote-to-evict-now/

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