Just like a Thanksgiving table, with green bean casserole, cranberry relish, turkey and mashed potatoes, this Turkey Day episode had a little something for everyone. My stomach may be full tomorrow, but my heart was filled right up by this gorgeous hour of storytelling. RECAP: In the past … [Read more...]
This is Us Season 3 Episode 3 RECAP: The “Katie Girls” Meet Jack in Another World
Last week, when Kate inadvertently insulted every adoptee in North America by claiming that she was the only one who could pass on a piece of Jack, I wondered, 'How will they make this up to us?' Whoah, did they ever. I'm still drying my tears after Episode 3, perfectly titled "Katie … [Read more...]
This is Us Season 3 Season Premiere: Who in the Heck is “Her”?
Welcome back, "This is Us" fanatics! Season 3 is here--hooray! How is everyone? No one has any unfortunate Crock Pot stories to share from over the last six months, right? After episode 1, I have so many feelings! Just in awe of these writers and their ability to evoke anger, sadness, grief, joy, … [Read more...]
This is Us Season 2 Finale RECAP: Will Kate Let Go of Jack to Make Room for Toby?
Kevin's toast, though...When he said "Katie Girl" and spoke the truth he felt his father would speak...(Cue the sounds of copious sniffling in the Craker household!) But that's just me, getting ahead of myself. It was the best of times, it was the worst of times on the last episode of Season 2. … [Read more...]
This Is Us RECAP Episode 35: Will Deja Find a Safe Place to Land?
Soooo interesting that the This is Us showrunners decided to lavish the next-to-last episode of the season on Deja's story. They really do mix it up; some episodes advance the stories of many characters, and some give depth and background to just one or two characters. This hour was devoted to Deja, … [Read more...]