DeAnna said it best, “I cannot believe that I’m going to marry the guy with the pink shoelaces.”

I can’t either.

On tonight’s season finale of The Bachelorette, once jilted contestant DeAnna Pappas chose underdog pro-snowboarder Jesse over easy-going single-dad Jason. It was shocking to say the least, especially considering this episode.

The fellas went home to Georgia to meet DeAnna’s family. Jason wowed the Pappas’ with his intellect, charm and sincerity. Papa Pappas seemed to swoon himself. Meanwhile, even with a new haircut, everyone was a little perplexed over just how Jesse got this far in the competition. I couldn’t help thinking the same thing. Jesse seems like a great guy but I just didn’t see the chemistry.

DeAnna planned on joining the boys in the Bahamas but Jeremy requested a sit-down. You remember Jeremy right? The robotic, stiff, chiseled lawyer from Texas who got cast off last week. It was such an awkward meeting. I didn’t know it was customary for jilted bachelors to deman an audience with The Bachelorette. It’s like Sanjaya sitting down with Simon Cowell; You’re out. It sucks. Deal with it. After some mopey hand-holding and copious tears, Jeremy finally departed. Was this last-ditch effort a chance to secure a place as the next Bachelor? I hope not. I don’t think I could watch him again.

So she sees hangs out with the guys one last time in the Bahamas. The guys shop for rings, get cleaned up, and get ready to propose. Jason goes as far as getting down on one knee before DeAnna pulls him up and breaks his heart. Jason was nothing but gracious in the after-show. He was respectful, kind and optimistic about the future. I’m sure he’ll find love somewhere too…just not on The Bachelor I hope.

Jesse’s proposal was cute. He appeared nervous, excited and kind of adorable. For the first time I sort of saw what the fuss was about. Plus he finally found an attractive hair cut. The deal was sealed when DeAnna said tearfully, “I would not be okay if you were not in my life.” Well it’s hard to argue with that.

Were you surprised about tonight’s outcome? Do you think any of these guys will be the next Bachelor?

And yes, I will keep up with my promise and eat a hat. Maybe. Aww shucks. Seriously though… That guy??