Finally, some major drama on our "story," as my husband's beloved late Grandma called her daytime dramas on TV! Not a moment too soon, as things were becoming a little sedate. Don't get me wrong: I am thrilled the whole adoption/Edith/Marigold saga is over (or is it?), but it's always … [Read more...]
Downton Abbey Recap #4: Sparks Fly for Mary, Anna Has News, and Sybil is Remembered
First, how wonderfully satisfying to see Tom back at the breakfast table, exuding peace and goodwill and hearty, Irish Tom-ness. Second, though the cat (Carson) was away, the mice didn't play too hard; the whole of episode four was really quite upbeat, with some harbingers of doom … [Read more...]
Downton Abbey Recap, Episode #3: Mrs. Hughes Says Yes to the Dress, Spratt’s Secret, and a Homecoming
How positively Tickety Boo! After last week's dour doings, with the Drews and Edith and boring hospital squabbling and SO MUCH ANGST, this week was sunbeams and rainbows, just the tonic for the upcoming week. Here's how I saw the hour unspool: 1. Mrs. Hughes, aka … [Read more...]
Downton Recap, Episode #2: Farmer Lady Mary Shows Well at the Late Pig Show, Plus Lots of Angst
On tonight's "Downton Abbey," it's all gone pear-shaped as the British say. Which is to say, things became sticky wickets with several of the characters and their relationships. Not the jolliest of episodes, I must say. 1. Things start out in the lonely breakfast room, … [Read more...]
Downton Recap, Episode #1: Carson and Mrs. Hughes Contemplate Knowing Each Other From a Biblical Standpoint
I don't know about you, but I'm fairly giddy with excitement to have my delicious Yorkshire Pudding of a show back on Sunday nights, even if it's only for 9 weeks. Beginning this week, I'm going to be blogging my recaps (previously seen on my Facebook author page), a way to hopefully keep all … [Read more...]