Being on tv hasn't been easy. I am finding it a real rollercoaster of emotions...almost as intense as when I was on The Block.What stresses me the most is the 'interpretation'. Interpretation of what is chosen to be shown on tv, and the interpretation from the viewers.I have to remind myself every day that "it's JUST a tv show, …
Being on tv hasn’t been easy. I am finding it a real rollercoaster of emotions…almost as intense as when I was on The Block.
What stresses me the most is the ‘interpretation’.
Interpretation of what is chosen to be shown on tv, and the interpretation from the viewers.
I have to remind myself every day that “it’s JUST a tv show, it’s JUST a game”.
To say I have been disappointed with some of the interpretation is an understatement. How I deal with this is difficult. The questions and judgements made by other people is so annoying and frustrating. I am happy to answer all of your questions and am always ready to set the record straight.
Because this is my blog and my journey, I think I can say whatever I want to say hey?
Let’s list a few things…
1. NO, we did not shop everyday. This year there were no furniture sponsors so finding items from ALL over Melbourne took a long time. Amie and I shopped the same as everyone else. In the beginning we shopped together, but got smarter and usually split up.
2. Yes, we got dressed in different clothes very often. We were conscious we were on tv, so we still did our hair. Taking an extra 10 mins a day to dress decent did NOT hinder our renovation time.
3. We worked as hard, if not harder, than any other female on The Block. We have no trade skills between us, so yes we spent a lot of our money on hiring people. This just meant we replaced the male in the other houses (Waz, Josh and Rod) with paid tradies. This did not mean we were having a holiday!
4. We were dreadfully homesick and had no idea The Block would be so hard. We did not sail through it. I was very ill towards the end and almost didn’t make it.
5. We DID deserve to be there. We were lucky to be chosen. If you think you can do better, then try out next year and GOOD LUCK!
6. We are not bitches, conniving or nasty. Ask any of the contestants. Go on, ask them!
7. I loved being on The Block. I laughed like a school girl and have never regretted being there. It was an amazing time in my life. My memories when I sit here and write this are all positive.
8. I believe our rooms are awesome and I have never regretted any of our design decisions. I don’t want you all to love what we do, but then again, I will probably hate what you do… Design is subjective and is not for everyone. Our style is different… glitzy, eccentric, industrial and lazy… all rolled in to one.
9. There is nothing special or pretentious about us. We are normal, average Mum’s who have husbands that work average jobs. We are not rich, not snobs or think we are better than anyone.
10. My boys are so proud of me and that’s all that matters! My husband is amazed at what I have done. Our parent’s are beaming with pride. They’ve done a great job raising us and we are so happy we can share this journey with them.
Ok, so there you go!
It’s my journey… Love the show, or turn me off!
PS. Amie will be writing a post about our Room 2 reveal later tonight. So come back!
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Jane of JaneZworld
Katrina and Amie
YOU two are a remarkable beautiful and creative women.
Your kids, and husband and parents are proud of you.
You are proud of yourselves.
small people with small lives and small minds are not worth any of your attention.
REPEAT THAT PLEASE
NOT. WORTH. ANY. OF. OUR. ATTENTION.
Wether on the block or elsewhere answer the critiques by the lives you lead.
Go on being the awsome country girls you are…
the mean-nasty's will fade long before you do.
Keep going – Keep singing
JaneofAustralia
Deb
Oh Katrina… I am with A-M and everyone else it is ashame that you had to even clarify anything about yourself and what you got up to. You are remarkable in what you and Amie have achieved I take my hat of to the both of you. It must have been hard to be away from your love ones and struggle with being unwell with your illness I feel for you. But you have shown so much strength and courage. Those nasty people out there harassing you guys are not worth the bother you are AWESOME !!! and have alot to be so proud of what you have achieved.
Amanda
How sad you felt you needed to explain yourself due to nasty people out there. As you say, it is a TV show and like all reality TV shows, we viewers are shown an edited version – obviously 1000's of bits have been left out. I think you two are fantastic on the show – it is obvious to me how genuine and down to earth you both are and I really love following the show – don't know how you guys did it, such a tough task – you are such an inspiration xx
shabby*vintage*dreams
babe..the People who know you girls and had the Joy of having you help them (as you have me in the past) adore you… We are all proud of what you have done! It's hard not to be upset by what the negative people are saying…Try to put them in your wake as you fly into the future with new experiences and joy's ahead of you!!!
xxoo
Mandii
Lindsay
Love you guys, and love your work. I don't normally do reality shows, but have switched on to The Block to cheer you girls on! Unfortunately, there will always be critics…the key is don't let them get you down! (And telling the to **** off is a good a way as any)! Good luck girls, we will be watching and cheering tonight. L
allison tait
I think you guys do a great job of livening the place up. Would be dull and boring without you.
Tania Walsh
Wow this upsets me too read this, I had no Idea that all this mumbo jumbo that people had been writing on facebook etc was upsetting you guys….
I was there on the block, so people should listen to what I have too say….
At first I didnt know what to think of the Girls (and I told them later on) They had strong personalities (like me) they were finding their way (without their husbands and kids) and were a little distant….But once their barriers came down after about the 3 week mark, their true personalities shown through, and they are the most gorgeous, beautiful girls that Rod and I have ever met, and I know we will be friends forever….You guys DO NOT deserve the crap that you are getting, you are both genuine people…I dont need to tell you this, or your friends that are on your blog, because they obviously know you….Just fill your lives with your family, friends and POSITIVE people, they are all that matters….Love you guys Love Tania & Rod XXXX 🙂
Kim
You tell 'em Katrina! Love your work (you make me laugh)…. Kim xxoo
The Distressed Mother
I follow The Block on Facebook, so have only seen the comments there, and that is enough for me. It's ridiculous how some people carry on.
I've loved everything you've done so far, and can't wait to see more.
TDM xx
mindy@31
I can only imagine what has inspired you to write such a sad blog. Hopefully you realise that the people who really matter in your lives think that you have done an amazing job and are so very proud of you. Those of us who follow you in bloggy land, and have for ages, think you are a very natural and talented woman and we are also very proud of you. In fact I think most of us are in awe of what you and Amie achieved and the fabulous spirit in which you have done it. You really look like you are having a challenging but fun time, and surely that is what it is all about. I cannot even imagine attemting it.
Dont let anyone nasty get you down. We are all behind you and love to watch and cheer you on!! Please keep on singing…. you make me laugh out loud!!!
Beck G
Oh Katrina and Amie. I have sat here in the safety of my lounge room watching The Block every chance I get and then go to the facebook page to get any updates and I have to say I did wonder if you the contestants, had a thick skin because some of the comments that have been left about all of you at any one time, have been dreadful, mean and hurtful. I think in this world of social networking, people have forgotten that the written word can be a powerful thing, not always for the greater good. I also believe that there is a sense of anonymity when writing posts and people tend to say things they would NEVER say to your face. I sincerely hope you can all find a way to get past the negative posts left by narrow minded people and not let what they write ruin your experience of The Block. I do believe that some episodes have been edited simply to spice things up a bit for viewing and are not actually how things happened. Good luck at auction, you should be proud of what you have accomplished. Girl Power!!!!!
Simone
I am loving the show and obsessed with your clocks, I can't wait to bump into you at the supermarket, coz I know who you are and what you look like, will that be odd? be warned hehe coz it will happen…
Simone – from that coffee thingo
Samantha
I am so enjoying watching the two of you on the block, two very talented, well balanced mums, keep up the great work.xx
Kek
I stopped reading the FB comments, because of the nasty comments. Whatever happened to the maxim "If you can't say something nice, say nothing at all"?
Apart from the lack of manners displayed, many people are obviously ignorant about the way "reality" TV is edited and presented. Do they honestly think that they're getting an unbiased, realistic view of the contestants?
Don't allow the rude, the stupid and the nasty to bring you down. Plenty of us appreciate your style, and enjoy watching you and Amie as well because you seem like really lovely people.
De Novo Concepts
Wow, I’m amazed you felt you had say those things for whatever reason!
If you are getting negative feed back, you should look at the person giving it to you……perhaps a bit of jealousy on their part? I love the show and every person on it. Thanks to following your blog, I’m now hooked on ‘The Block” and I’ve never watched it before!
Keep up the great work….thumbs up for woman!
Robynne's Nest
Hi Katrina, I'm so frustrated that I'm stuck here in England in the middle of the beautiful green countryside in the middle of summer and not in cold wet Melbourne in the middle of winter, watching The Block…can't seem to download the blinking thing…I'm sure I'll see it sooner or later…so I have to rely on all the feed back thru your blog and A-M's. I understand though, that it's hugely entertaining…so enjoy the positives and ignore the 'knockers' and be proud of what you and your sis have achieved. Robx
Sharyn
Don't pay any attention to the arm chair critics Katrina; you two girls are fabulous. What's more, don't these people realise that these shows would be heavily edited. This is the first time I've ever watched The Block and I'm watching it because you are on it. Love it. And to all the negative Nellie's – where are your manners – LIGHTEN UP.
Sue
Katrina, you and Amie are such a wonderful part of the show. I became interested in the first place because I follow A-M's blog and she raved about you, and she was spot on!
You are yourself, and that's exactly the way it should be!
M
Hopefully, this makes you smile and realise that for all the haters, there are twice as many lovers!
My 4yo son just asked me (whilst watching The Block, of course) who sings 'Dynamite'. I said that I didn't know. But then my nearly 3yo daughter said – 'I know, I know. Trina sings it. Trina and Amie.' Oh my God, laughed so hard I nearly cried!
Congratulations on a job well done, Katrina and Amie!
Jodi Quinlivan
Treen, don't let em get to you down. Jealousy, they don't have a life, so they have to worry about yours! Keep your chin up with a massive smile on ya dial. xox Jode ps. told you I need lessons, I double posted the other night. oops sorry. lol