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On the eve of Hometowns, Joan made her most difficult decision yet.
Week 5 ofJoan VassosGolden Bacheloretteseasonbegan with a curious flash-forward.
After all, the Oct. 16 episode occurred on the eve of Hometowns.
Things are getting serious!
Trista encouraged her to be open about her feelings, and Joan announced a meaningful, game-changing twist.
Were not doing roses, she said.
I said, I do not want roses.
Because I need to confirm everybody gets their time before I make that decision.
Soon, she realized he did.
By finally sharing his vulnerable side, Keith seemed to forge a stronger connection with Joan as Hometowns loomed.
Give her some time with these others, Guy Gansert suggested.
It wasnt smooth sailing right away, since the beginning of their ride was pretty quiet conversation-wise.
We havent gotten into the easy flow yet, Joan admitted in a confessional.
Things loosened up after a fun scavenger hunt on the water.
I feel like youve grown so much personally, and that your heart is mending, she said.
But I didnt see me in our conversations when we were talking.
And I didnt feel like I imagined an us.
Mark understood, sharing that he started the experience wearing an invisibility cloak but was leaving a better man.
Joan told Mark she loved him and was touched by his kindness in handling the tough conversation.
You dont have a mean bone in your body, she said before the pair hugged and said goodbye.
We really had a connection, Joan told the camera.
It just didnt feel like we were in the same place yet.
It just breaks my heart.
Theres still love in the world.
