Post by Memphis on Aug 19, 2010 20:09:03 GMT -5
Hello everyone and welcome to the nomination ceremony.
Perhaps Dan is prophetic, but I think he was right when he said that I would become very visible this week as a player. And, while this decision has been extremely difficult, I'm glad I have the power since it's obvious that this house is full of people who are playing this game very hard and well.
I can honestly say that my mind switched back and forth as I contemplated various pairs of nominees. And, as I'm sure you all know by now, there was a lot of scrambling and people throwing one another under the bus as you all tried to ensure your safety from nomination. With that said, I am certain that, no matter what choice I make, I will be making enemies. But, at the same time, my decision has been purely strategic. I hold nothing against any of you, and I realize we are all playing the same game, wanting to make it one step farther. But, as I've told you all, my goal this week was to take out power players. Unfortunately, the decision of which players were most dangerous was far from unanimous, and, as HoH, it is my duty to make the decision for which two players will be up on the block.
I'll pull the first key...
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Michele, you are safe.
2nd key...
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Pickle Head! Grab the key. You're safe!
Next key...
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Jordo, you're safe blondie!
4th key belongs to...
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Brian. Come get your key!
2 more keys left...
1 of them goes to...
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Old man. Can you make it up here without your cane to get your key?
The last key goes to...
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Azn Sensation. Angie, get your key girl.
That means that I have nominated you Russell and you Jeff.
I'm sure none of you thought this was how I'd end up nominating, and I didn't either until just a little bit before I posted this ceremony. Basically, these nominations are a message that I want to send to everyone. There are obvious sides/connections in this house, and nobody held anything back when they shared who they wanted me to target. And, that's why I decided that my nominations would reflect the fact that I'm not just going to adhere to what one person tells me or what one side of the house wants. In doing this, I'm risking pissing of a lot more people, but I think some people have been playing all sides of this house and it's time to put a stop to that, so I feel like these nominees will force people to show their true colors, whether they are nominated or fighting for their allies to stay in this game.
Russell and Jeff. I think you are both hardcore players. You have both won at least one competition, and I know you will both fight to stay in this house. Best of luck to you. I do not have a target at this point, so I will not be pushing for either of you to leave over the other unless you give me a reason to do so.
If any of you have any problems/comments/clarification concerning my nominees, please send me a PM or catch me on AIM. I'm sure this will be an interesting week.
This ceremony is adjourned!
Side note: This week also happens to be "crunch week" at my job, meaning I will be logging over 100 hours the next 7 days. That might make me hard to get in contact with for a live chat. I will do my best to reply to an PMs though as I can check my account from my phone at work and also when I get home. Sorry for any inconveniences!
Perhaps Dan is prophetic, but I think he was right when he said that I would become very visible this week as a player. And, while this decision has been extremely difficult, I'm glad I have the power since it's obvious that this house is full of people who are playing this game very hard and well.
I can honestly say that my mind switched back and forth as I contemplated various pairs of nominees. And, as I'm sure you all know by now, there was a lot of scrambling and people throwing one another under the bus as you all tried to ensure your safety from nomination. With that said, I am certain that, no matter what choice I make, I will be making enemies. But, at the same time, my decision has been purely strategic. I hold nothing against any of you, and I realize we are all playing the same game, wanting to make it one step farther. But, as I've told you all, my goal this week was to take out power players. Unfortunately, the decision of which players were most dangerous was far from unanimous, and, as HoH, it is my duty to make the decision for which two players will be up on the block.
I'll pull the first key...
...
...
Michele, you are safe.
2nd key...
...
...
Pickle Head! Grab the key. You're safe!
Next key...
...
...
Jordo, you're safe blondie!
4th key belongs to...
...
...
Brian. Come get your key!
2 more keys left...
1 of them goes to...
...
...
Old man. Can you make it up here without your cane to get your key?
The last key goes to...
...
...
Azn Sensation. Angie, get your key girl.
That means that I have nominated you Russell and you Jeff.
I'm sure none of you thought this was how I'd end up nominating, and I didn't either until just a little bit before I posted this ceremony. Basically, these nominations are a message that I want to send to everyone. There are obvious sides/connections in this house, and nobody held anything back when they shared who they wanted me to target. And, that's why I decided that my nominations would reflect the fact that I'm not just going to adhere to what one person tells me or what one side of the house wants. In doing this, I'm risking pissing of a lot more people, but I think some people have been playing all sides of this house and it's time to put a stop to that, so I feel like these nominees will force people to show their true colors, whether they are nominated or fighting for their allies to stay in this game.
Russell and Jeff. I think you are both hardcore players. You have both won at least one competition, and I know you will both fight to stay in this house. Best of luck to you. I do not have a target at this point, so I will not be pushing for either of you to leave over the other unless you give me a reason to do so.
If any of you have any problems/comments/clarification concerning my nominees, please send me a PM or catch me on AIM. I'm sure this will be an interesting week.
This ceremony is adjourned!
Side note: This week also happens to be "crunch week" at my job, meaning I will be logging over 100 hours the next 7 days. That might make me hard to get in contact with for a live chat. I will do my best to reply to an PMs though as I can check my account from my phone at work and also when I get home. Sorry for any inconveniences!
