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disco2000
01/29/09

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This was killer for me... I refuse to talk to my dad, but he continues to force his way into my life, claiming I have "false memory syndrome" or saying my mom made it all up, then preaching about forgiveness. Forgiveness for something he denies doing and doesn't think is wrong. I really, really hope the producers didn't have a hand in getting him her number. But I do wonder if they wanted to keep her on the phone a little longer to create drama. If it were me (as it has been in the past), I would just say "Don't fucking call me again" and hang up. I'm pretty sure I saw her resist the urge to hang up a few times.

And to comment about the type of person her dad is (because he seems like the same type as my own) his whole reason to contact her was not because he wanted to see her, but because he wanted attention, and wanted people to feel sorry for him. Turning himself into the victim, he's like, you're the one who is wrong for not talking to me.

After this episode, I freaked out a little bit when my brother's name showed up on my caller ID this morning, since he has the same name as my dad. Its like, after years of being removed from the trauma all it takes is one more invasion of privacy to bring it all back.

I wish there were ways to get restraining orders for this type of behavior, even if it isn't threatening. It's just evil, manipulative, and fucked up. But I don't think you can you claim harassment if they just send you letters and stuff with the same bullshit crap about forgiveness? Because I've had problems with that lately.

The worst part about it is, I have a distrust for fathers in general, because I can't imagine ever having that relationship. And seeing others with this same situation does not help.
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veronykah
01/29/09

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After seeing some write-ups on here about the new Real World I decided it might be entertaining to watch. I tried, then I realized I'm too old for it now.

At 30, watching all of these people obsess about their non-issues and stupid house/roommate drama just isn't interesting at all.

From the previews, this incident looked genuinely like a real problem but somehow I am just not interested in seeing that kind of thing on tv anymore...maybe its because I've BEEN in my early 20s already?
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sequined
01/29/09

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In Devyn's defense, even though I think I would feel awkward applying makeup during that conversation, I sure as shit wouldn't feel comfortable sitting and staring in Sarah's eyes as she talked about this horrible situation. I would feel inept at providing comfort/encouragement and would probably be poking at a pillow or something to give my hands something to do. Devyn is probably feeling the same way.

Though the "I'm glad we're closer" was weird.
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SharonTaint
01/29/09

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I'd be packed and out of that house so fucking immediately if I found out MTV was behind this.
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Sukie in the Graveyard
01/29/09

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Her mom's pep talk was the best ever.

I think they might have one hell of a strong relationship. :)

"You are strong.

I am strong."

You betcha!
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devilchyld22
01/29/09

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"Devyn was way more taken with her own reflection and makeup application than she was about hearing Sarah's troubled past."

Oh my god I noticed that too!!! I thought I was just crazy.

But when someone is pouring their hear out to you you can put down the eyeliner for two fucking seconds.
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bananastand
01/29/09

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Why don't the roommates give her privacy during this call? I get that they're showing moral support, but give a girl a minute!
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LaComtesse
01/29/09

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Whomever gave him the number it was inappropriate. An adult child has a RIGHT not to communicate with his or her parent. Not all parents have earned a child's respect: I'm most definitely of the "but s/he's your PARENT! You have to respect them" school of thought that seems to be prevalent among far too many people.
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LaComtesse
01/29/09

@LaComtesse: WHOever, not WHOMever. GRRRR. Brainfart. Sorry.
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victoriasauce
01/29/09

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There definitely has to be more to the story, by the way.

As someone who has been through a similar situation, it's common for a victim to share...how do I put this...the "smaller" stuff first. Only when you really trust a person can you reveal everything, if at all, really. There are things I still feel too uncomfortable to talk about, even though a part of me wants to life that weight off my shoulders. I see a lot of those feelings in this clip alone.

I feel for her. :/

MTV is shitty. Has been for a long time.
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gerbilsoutofexile...is cheap and easy
01/29/09

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Good for her, not giving in. She knows what she knows, and she didn't let him bully her around.
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Trulymadlyme
01/29/09

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"In other news, Chet says he's never masturbated or touched a boob."

Well, at least he's one less (likely to get prostate cancer)...
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Kivrin
01/29/09

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As a similarly estranged daughter, I feel for this girl. If I hadn't already stopped watching MTV years ago, I'd sure as hell be boycotting it now.
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Johnny_Rocket
01/29/09

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I know that in the casting sessions they try to get to know everything about the person good or bad. After having found out about this issue with her father they probably tracked him down to get his side of the story and gave him contact number. It had to be!
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Miss Smith Drank Your Vodka
01/29/09

@Johnny_Rocket: My thoughts, too. They ask many many questions, and sometimes select people based on their level of "craziness" or propensity to cause drama, fights, etc.

I'm sure they knew she had no contact with him for 8 years, though I'm willing to believe they might not have know exactly why.
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debo matar la zombi goldberry83
01/29/09

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I think it seems pretty clear that there's stuff she's not telling her roommate about here - she talks about him doing inappropriate things, plural. It seems pretty reasonable that she might not want to describe in detail all the weird crap he did to make her not want to speak with him.
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lilbobbytables
01/29/09

@goldberry83 is solid. Solid like Barack!: No doubt. It must be incredibly difficult to discuss that with another person, let alone discussing that with another person on national television.
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Laulau
01/29/09

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God, it is so sad how she didn't hang up right away. Obviously she wishes she could have a relationship, and that he'd be a good dad, but his side of the conversation was ridiculous. "Cut the drama"? If you really want a relationship with your daughter, deal with the fact that she is upset, whether or not you think anything untoward happened.
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