There’s a reason Le Mis is at or near the top of most people’s favorite musicals list. Well, not just one reason. Les Mis has everything a musical should have, including the most important ingredient, a potent and big-hearted story that grabs you by the heart and will not let you go. Les Mis is … [Read more...]
This Is Us RECAP: We Now Know Why Randall’s Birth Mother Never Contacted Him–WHAT?
Oh boy, I needed those tissues I predicted last week, and I'm sure you needed yours too. This is one of my favorite episodes, ever, because it told the story of a huge breakthrough for Randall. Plus, Hai at any age--such a gentle, winsome, wise soul. It was also wonderful to see Beth and Randall … [Read more...]
This is Us Season 5, Episode 5: We Finally Know So Much More About Randall’s Mother
It was great to be back with our Pearsons, was it not? In many ways, this was a difficult episode, but honestly, in light of all the turbulence and darkness in our culture, the dark and sad tone of this episode fit the current mood. So we now know that the whole ovulation kit thing was a … [Read more...]
New Year’s Book Crush: My Best Loved Reads of 2020
There is no diminishing the pain, anxiety and loss of 2020. But I will say I read alot, and so did you, I am guessing. After all, this was the year that baking, picnicking, and reading all experienced a resurgence. And not only reading itself, but reading classics surged due to the pandemic. … [Read more...]
This is Us Season 5, Episode 4 RECAP: We Now Know How Randall Finds Out About His (Spoiler)
We know some things now, a couple of juicy revelations which will have to last us a while. Even though we are just at Episode 4, not 9, our show is going on a hiatus until January 5! WHAT? Well, it will be 2021, so I say bless it. It's time to turn the page on this year, even in "Us" world. At least … [Read more...]
This is Us Season 5, Episode 3 RECAP: Who Is The Mysterious Lady in All the Pictures?
2020: Ooh ... I do love a mysterious new character, don't you? Of course, I am talking about that darling little Vietnamese girl, Lin, and her grandpa, catching and cooking fish. Who are they? Somehow, they have a connection to Randall, and specifically, a close biological relative of his! 1993: … [Read more...]