I’m not really sure when Day 1 ended and Day 2 began; they just kind of blended into each other. You can probably imagine the drinking that went on that first night. Eleven classmates, most of whom hadn’t seen each other in 20 years, put up in an absolutely spectacular mansion in Hawaii — with a kitchen full of booze. I was told the next morning that Eric had helped me get upstairs to my room. I thanked Eric for helping me and his reply was, “If I helped you up the stairs, then who helped me?” Hilarious!
I was in the kitchen that next morning, talking to Lori, Jodi and John, trying to piece together the night before, when Rachelle walked in with her Hall Pass. All I could think of was, “Please pick me!” I had my eye on Rachelle right from the get go. When I got dropped off at the house the first day and saw her, I thought, “Wow, she looks gorgeous! She can’t be 37. Right?!”
During my lunch with Rachelle, I was a little nervous. I always get nervous talking to beautiful women. There I was, having my first REAL conversation with someone I’ve known for 25 years, and it was in front of a film crew! The more we talked, the more comfortable I became… and the more I was attracted to her. She’s not only gorgeous, but intelligent, funny, kind and has a warm heart. I was more than thrilled to hear that she was single.
After lunch, Rachelle suggested that we go for a swim in the lagoon. It had to be over 100 degrees that day. I couldn’t wait to cool off and see this girl in a bikini. Damn, did she look good! This was by far my single most favorite time during the entire reunion.
I couldn't wait to kiss Rachelle. And when I finally did, I almost jumped out of my skin! It was surreal for me. Here I was in this magical setting, with a breathtaking woman. Life just simply doesn’t get any better than this. When our date was over, I had a feeling Rachelle and I were just getting started.
In regards to Jodi’s remarks about our relationship, well, I always thought it was wise to take the high road. I will say this, though: I did not come to the reunion to rekindle something from my past. That was 20 years ago. I came here to make new friends, reconnect with old friends, keep my options open and have a friggin’ blast! And that’s exactly what I did.
Regards,
Joe
Joe,
I wish you the Best of luck. Rachelle is so pretty, sweet and hot looking.
You know what's up, so I would take into consideration of what she said on one episode "We need to get back to Reality" of once the show is over, that of course she wants you (wants to love you) – but lets take this business further of you and her step-by-step on those other parts. She feels the same as you do.
I hope the same happens for me. I wish you the best.
Thank you, Melissa. Well said, you hit it right on point.
Joe & Rachelle,
A few years ago, I also met a classmate from 19 years ago, and right from the beginning there was that "spark".
Unfortunately for Jodi, it was not the same. Although she is a pretty woman with alot of great qualities, she needs to move on.
Rachelle is so much of a lady, that she cared about Jodi's feelings and does wish her well, without giving up her own happiness with you.
My 19 year reunion has worked out, and I do hope that although you didn't know each other in high school, you certainly do now, and I believe it is real and will last forever.
I am very happy to hear that Joe and Rachelle's son are bonding because that is so important.
Good luck to you all.
that was nice of you to take her place…but one of these days, she gotta face her son father and figure out, the future for their son…im so happy you both found love, but she also need to think about her son future too…
joe jodi really loves u and from the looks of it u and jodi really had something and that date u guys went on it seemed like u wanted to be with her and u need to make sure that u really like rachelle for her and not because she is beautiful
Jodi , As per Joe showed his true side. You really do not need to take his crap anymore. I know it stings but you deserve better . I know , in high school so long ago, I had a "BOY so called friend" He was very sweet and asked me to marry him, But about 1 or 2 months while gone in service he got with another girl! my heart took a dive to hell. But God knews what and who is right for you . God gave me, my best friend , lover, confident,and father of my children,and grandfather to our 13 grandkids and 7 great grand kids and my only husband. I almost lost him last week to health problems, I was lost at even the idea . But then God gave us a new chance and I love him more then ever. after 46 years. So Joe is not worth your time anymore honey – let that Rachelle figure that out. You are a beautifull woman , so it is his loss and your gain. That care from "Grandma -Been There – moved on !"
You are ugly Joe.
While I can understand Jodi's feelings, I am glad that you and Rachelle have found love with one-another; however, one thing does bother me. Jodi mentioned that you ran around on her and made her life a living hell. I hope that you don't end up doing the same to Rachelle – she has been through enough crap already. I am in agreement with her ex-husband that she deserves someone who will appreciate her and treat her right. I had to laugh though, when her ex- said that he felt like hitting you, and that if you didn't treat her right, that he would sing you a lullaby. Sounds like he has "little man syndrome." Besides, he treated her like crap so why would he care how someone else treats her? If he really cared about her, he'd still have her. Anyway, just treat her right, and don't run around on her. All the best!
Joe, I think you are an AWESOME guy!!! I have been single for over 8 years by choice and let me tell you, if I saw someone like you I would do everything in my powers to get to know you!! The past is the past and people need to let go! Jodi is a whiner and jealous of Rachelle. Who wouldn't be? I hope everything works great for you too! Do you have a twin brother
awww I love Joe and Rachelle together. SO CUTE!
Joe + Rachelle = ONE HOT COUPLE! = ♥
Typically I wouldn't respond to post made by others. However, I strongly disagree with numerous comments below.
Rachelle is a good person, I do believe she is into Joe as much as he is into her, she isn't as outspoken as Joe seems to be, he has been a bachelor all of his life.He knows what he wants and isn't afraid of being vocal about it then going after it. She was in an abusive marriage for several years. This is the first time she has ventured off by herself in quite sometime so she may be a little more reserved than Joe is but I do not think she would mislead him. That girl knows what she wants in life and isn't about playing games. After being with a very domineering person for along time, it takes years to bust out of your shell and break away from old habits.Eventually she will open up and she won't be so quiet and reserved. I think they reunited at a perfect time. I don't believe that Rochelle is into "meat heads". If anyone had seen her ex-husbands high school photo, he appears to be a skinny, average teenager. He probably became a "meat head" in adulthood, after his looks began to fade. I'm sure it had some effect on his confidence as well. Rochelle mentioned that he used to be a boxer so she is probably into men that are athletic and energetic. Joe fits her criteria perfectly. After all, he was the captain of the football team. As for Joe misleading Jodi, Joe looked happy to see her after all those years and seem to enjoy their walk down memory lane but if anyone paid close attention, you could clearly see Joe wasn't into giving Jodi that kiss when she stated that she wanted to kiss him. He didn't mislead her, She was so incredibly hopeful that she more or less lead him right into it. They took a walk together down memory lane to high school, he came back, she stayed there for a few days. She stated that she knew him better than anyone, if that were true then she should have seen his reaction right before they kissed.She just didn't want to see it. It's obvious that she only knew him best back in high school. Not who he is now. He didn't break her heart, holding onto a memory and having to let it go is what broke her heart.
Best of luck to everyone on the show!
It seems like you were there in the beginning super excited about Jodi and you kind of did mislead her. I'm sure you know she felt hurt to see you with the other girl in front of her face. The only good thing is you did tell Jodi that you werent interested in getting back with her but I still feel like the other girl is kinda being a player…no offense but you don't seem like her type…We'll see! Good luck!
You are a really cute couple. Too bad Joe is kind of stupid. You can tell from the way he talks. Still, I hope you two are very happy!
Props Joe. Rachelle is a beuatiful filipino women. My mom is half filipino and there's something in there blood that maintains their beauty and keeps them from ever looking old. Hold on to her she is definitely a keeper inside and out!
You are super hott joe, and rachelle is one hott woman forsure. Its to bad joe isnt into eric tho, that guy seems like a brave guy to come back 20 years just to out himself. Wow would Joe and Eric be a hot thing to see. Well goodluck with rachelle, and wow those are gonna be some cute babies!!
Joe, as I was watching tonight's episode I could not believe Rachelle would go out on that Hall Pass. If I were her, I wouldn't have left your side for a second, that smile is so irresistible. You are even better looking than when you were in high school (from the photos shown on the show). F.I.N.E.
Joe, from this season's first episode, I was hoping you and Rachelle would get together. I sympathize with Jodi, but sometimes the past is best left in the past. Move forward with your life, and I hope you and Rachelle wind up together for good! The two of you make a great couple and I wish you the best!
I'm glad you and Racheal are going to get together. You can't be held responsible for breaking somebody's heart. Jodi is responsible for her own life. I loved hearing what a guy's reaction is when they really like a woman. It was really sweet. I'm also glad you revealed the summer girls were "b's". Too many girls aspire to that but it doesn't appear all it's cracked up to be.
i think they make a cute couple cant wait to see where there relationship goes during the season… i hope it works out for them because they both deserve to be happy in the future.
Joe you need to do your thing Rachelle is as into you as you are into her. As far as Jodi goes she needs to get over it, when she's with you she's all tears and I love yous but when you're not there all she does is complain about how horribly you mistreated her in high school. She needs to take some time to herself and figure out what she really wants in life and maybe get some self esteem. You and Rachelle look great together I hope it all works out for you!!!!!.
You're really cute together, I hope it works out. The whole martyr crap Jodi put you through on th episode I saw tonight should be ignored. How much "hell" could you have really put someone through, if they show up 20 years later to get back with you?
Rochelle is by far the most beautiful woman on the show. She puts the "Summer Girls" to shame. Don't do her like you did Jodi.
I think we all should not be so judgemental. Who are you to say things wont work. Lets give it a chance they do make a cute couple. Not that, that is what it is all about. How ever sometime things happen for what ever reason they do. I wish them the best and if it is not to be they will find out for themselves. I wish you you two the best of luck.
I hope the ex kicks your ass, You treat Jodi like shit and it sounds like you did that all through high school, I'd say there is probably a reason you are not married and have no kids, YOU SUCK
Man,gotta say the quiet/reserved cute ones always end up with the D-heads.Hope that you are different Joe.Man,Rachelle is the hottest cast member ever.Take care of her.
I hate to say it but I see a setup coming in the form of the loser macho meathead ex showing up to cause trouble. I am hoping that one or both of the Bummer girls hook up with the jerks from the other school. As for Antonus…play on playa!
He almost jumped out of his skin when he kissed her? Probably because he's already had Jodi and won't go near the 2 skanks that think they are better than anyone. Who else is there to try for? Joe needs to leave this innocent woman who is looking for real love alone.
Ick.
Well, I can tell you – you did get the 'best' overall chick, but looking at her past, it ain't going to work for you, dude. She's gone after meatheads and macho morons, but if you can change her, you get my props! Seeing the guys she's gone for, what a waste of a cutie.