You bring up an interesting point Elizabeth. Could the line really have affected Rumple? He was always himself in Storybrooke and others reverted to themselves as Storybrooke residents if they crossed it. Did Rumple really have anything to fear? Belle needed that spell more than Rumple. That was probably a hint to Hook's plan all along, to make Belle forget him.
How did Hook know about the line anyway?
Why would Rumple now leave Belle alone knowing Hook was alive and would still do anything to hurt him?
Rumple put so much stress on not having enough enchantment, that it slighted a hint to the odds. This entire story is messed up. Hook's vengeance made him seem clueless to the factor that he helped make Rumple's anger. By calling him a coward, Rumple only set out to prove himself and so went the eye for an eye. You know what they say about that one.
@Michelle those are the questions and depth of thought I would like to see discussed here. This episode truly discovered essential connections that we subconsciously suppressed as human beings. Martin upon seeing the Dr. recognized him as the jerk that ran into the cab earlier on. It caused him to see that Jake does not move without thought, he went in front of that cab for that reason. As much as we refuse to truly observe the connections it is beyond our belief of practicality, nothing in life would truly make sense, but they just occur because the world works that way. We just don't know why these things happen but they do and somehow things connect even without notice.
I applaud this series for reaching a deeper meaning, it also encourages riveting, thought provoking topics.
Now I think if it does go that direction, maybe seeing how Addison works with her child would change Sam's mind. I hope this does not happen, and if it does I hope Addison is a stronger person to stick to her guns.
You know, Sam was so certain he did not want to be a father again, but he was not willing to accept that things could be different with the woman he claims to love. There are a lot of things people think they are certain of but then life changes your mind, because we don't have it all figured out.
Sam made a big mistake here and he is no longer a suitable candidate. He needs to let Addison go. If he does love her, he should have wanted her happiness in the beginning.
At first I didn't understand Martin's need to go running around and putting himself in danger because of the numbers, but now I understand slightly. Jake suffers when those numbers don't work out and Martin loves his son enough to throw himself into danger to protect his son and keep him from that pain. It's sweet and it proves that he is the better parent for Jake. Still while he goes around for the numbers, who would protect Jake? Things work out oddly in the right perspective.
People jump to conclusions of what they think they know before they actually spend time understanding it. Abigail and Martin could work together on this one. Before she spends time ripping Jake from his father, she should try to understand Jake's position. It only shows that she is seeking her best interest and not Jake's. This was so far one of the best episodes this season.
Not alone probably a fresh start. Sam is for himself and I don't think he understands what love is or has ever loved Addison.
Addison has always wanted to have something in her life. She has faced being alone and unhappy in several relationships. I hoped she did not seek out a child to fulfill that void, but being a mother complements her.
Go Jake, something clearly made him ubset here. Addison lack of maturity was the only thing that kept her kissing Sam, which she should not have done. To just ignore it now because of her son, is sweet, but she needs to clear that up. I think I'm just rooting for Jake now and hoping he finds the right degree of happiness in his life.
Why such a short season though, they didn't get a full episode order? There are so many questions to ask and cover in such a short span.
Why does Cyrus hate Olivia, to the point where he disowns her as his friend? That seemed cold. In fact, if he would just work with her, he could have contained the Amanda situation. I wonder what Amanda would have done if she had that 5 minutes with the President? How did he let that relationship happen? Like I said a lot of questions.
Okay what was the point of having Victoria's lover if he just disappears? There wasn't any real development, except that he knows about David Clarke, that clears the other theory lol, he seemed surprised enough. Each main character had a strong presence here.
The judge calling a sudden mistrial, then asking Diane to stay. It was equally awkward and riveting. Both Diane and us was curious as to what the judge wanted. The best scenes centers around the judge and his opinion on lawyers, while being represented by them. He would probably stay out of any legal squabbles in the future.
Callie ehh, she needs more of an introduction. I did like when she was asked the island question though. Not too sure bout her and Will.
Oddly the good wife holds its own with any story line, but this one was flat. I'm not sure if the politics bit would have made a difference.
Did anyone else catch the moment that Sam was talking about, between Jake and Addison? I thought it was so short, there was barely anything to take apart. It made Sam seem a bit insecure in himself. I was really looking forward for Sam to back out, but Addie's son didn't seem to freak him out too much. I doubt he is considering being a father, because that is who he would have to be if he wants to be with Addison. I believe Sam was the only one acting like a child. Jake wasn't fighting for Addison, he was just being his normal self and he knows what he wants. I cannot say the same for Sam, beating on his chest and claiming Addison for himself. Fortunately Addison's focus is strongly on one person, that should keep her grounded.
Come on Addison be strong! Sam is a guy of convenience, when it is to him. I agree Sam is a waste of time. If he went to Addison before he discovered she was no longer on her children thought span, then I would have considered him for being genuine, but right after makes him a jerk for it and not the right guy for Addison. What happens now that she files the papers for her new child, would Sam abandon her again, highly likely. I want Addison to see for herself that there are other possibilities and to be a mother takes a lot of sacrifice and it also pushes her to make decisions, especially the strong ones that make her realize a poor choice in Sam.
This episode was one of the best so far this season. I am a regular viewer and appreciate this development in Tony's story. I hope the next episode would be at the same level, and this is NCIS. Jamie Lee-Curtis is also a great addition to the cast.
Actually the David Clarke theory is not farfetched. It's hard to think that Victoria had two lovers in her past, because that is what this painter guy is a past lover. Victoria is not the kind of person to sleep with a stranger, but ur right Elizabeth, she knew him and there is more to the painter story. The thought actually crossed my mind and it's an interesting theory. Why would David Clarke want to put his daughter through the scandal, maybe he and Victoria had a plan that explains everything that doesnt make sense now.
It seemed convenient that Emily left right before he appeared, but I don't think she paid him. as for his painter story, the page Victoria pulled up said something about drug charges?
olive has a point there about Mads and her father. No one has since queried about how Eduardo died and wasn't Alec the last person to see him? Alec has used the law as his puppet. @Elizabeth L, you are right, as upset as Emma was about keeping the secret from Mads, she should also feel the same towards Laurel and clue her in. There is a fine line this series often blurs. Mads could be paranoid about her father in the beginning, then be completely trustful of him. Just like Thayer could be obsessed with his gaming, then play it down to help Sutton and Emma. What does Thayer do now anyway, beside help Emma/Sutton? I too believe Sutton gets away with too many things. No one mentioned how quick Sutton was to hand Emma money and send her off. The only reason she changed her mind to boot her out was because Emma threatened to tell Kristin. What does Sutton want?
Kristina is not the ideal rational person to deal with situations like that. It makes me wonder how Camille would have handled that situation. Asking Amber to pack her lingerie and leave the hotel made Amber seem cheap. I however applaud her for going all the way out, leaving Nora, to protect her niece, because that's how she thinks.
Even with all these flawed relationships it makes parenthood closer to the reality we live and the principles people have that we hear everyday. I think Sarah moved to her parents so she could also ground herself and learn to make the right decisions, as many of us know, that is often difficult to do. Sarah needs a little more growing up, probably that's why she and Mark work, who knows.
I agree that by her telling Drew her perception, may skew his perspective. Why wouldn't Drew then take Sarah's perspective and have a baby with his girlfriend?
As for Amber, she has practically raised herself all of her life and has been through a lot of things. At nineteen, she is able to reason like a 24 year old. It may be that Mae Whitman is about 23 in real life. I agree that getting in bed with the boss is a bad move, but after all Amber has been through, especially with all the guys she has dated, Bob seems to be the most accomplished guy with direction. I however want the best for Amber and do not want her chance for her career to be tainted by giving in to a moment where things felt right. The age difference should only come into play when it deals with maturity and we should agree that Amber has reached that level. She's allowed to make her own decisions.
Well in fairness to what goes on in society, there is a lot of 'stupid' things that people do and it seems impractical, but that's just the way life works for others. It's unfair to call Sarah and Mark's relationship foolish and naive and stupid, because it's Sarah's life and she's happy with what we see as strange. Oddly, there are a lot of couples in real life like them and they work.
Sarah however sees the world from a different perspective. She is very awkward, but mellow. She tries her best to be a mom but prefers the back seat sometimes. I admire Camille for how she can relate with everyone in her huge family, but not everyone has that. I agree that Sarah's principle about having a child after you are an ideal couple is flawed, but society has not truly fixated on one true method as to what comes after commitment. It's up to Sarah to dictate what that step is for herself, even if it seems idiotic.
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How did Hook know about the line anyway?
Why would Rumple now leave Belle alone knowing Hook was alive and would still do anything to hurt him?
Rumple put so much stress on not having enough enchantment, that it slighted a hint to the odds. This entire story is messed up. Hook's vengeance made him seem clueless to the factor that he helped make Rumple's anger. By calling him a coward, Rumple only set out to prove himself and so went the eye for an eye. You know what they say about that one.
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I applaud this series for reaching a deeper meaning, it also encourages riveting, thought provoking topics.
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You know, Sam was so certain he did not want to be a father again, but he was not willing to accept that things could be different with the woman he claims to love. There are a lot of things people think they are certain of but then life changes your mind, because we don't have it all figured out.
Sam made a big mistake here and he is no longer a suitable candidate. He needs to let Addison go. If he does love her, he should have wanted her happiness in the beginning.
Touch Review: Believe In Love
People jump to conclusions of what they think they know before they actually spend time understanding it. Abigail and Martin could work together on this one. Before she spends time ripping Jake from his father, she should try to understand Jake's position. It only shows that she is seeking her best interest and not Jake's. This was so far one of the best episodes this season.
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Addison has always wanted to have something in her life. She has faced being alone and unhappy in several relationships. I hoped she did not seek out a child to fulfill that void, but being a mother complements her.
Go Jake, something clearly made him ubset here. Addison lack of maturity was the only thing that kept her kissing Sam, which she should not have done. To just ignore it now because of her son, is sweet, but she needs to clear that up. I think I'm just rooting for Jake now and hoping he finds the right degree of happiness in his life.
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Why does Cyrus hate Olivia, to the point where he disowns her as his friend? That seemed cold. In fact, if he would just work with her, he could have contained the Amanda situation. I wonder what Amanda would have done if she had that 5 minutes with the President? How did he let that relationship happen? Like I said a lot of questions.
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Callie ehh, she needs more of an introduction. I did like when she was asked the island question though. Not too sure bout her and Will.
Oddly the good wife holds its own with any story line, but this one was flat. I'm not sure if the politics bit would have made a difference.
C- See above
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I am routing for Parenthood, I really had a crush on Amber's crush. I hope to see him again lol.
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It seemed convenient that Emily left right before he appeared, but I don't think she paid him. as for his painter story, the page Victoria pulled up said something about drug charges?
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Even with all these flawed relationships it makes parenthood closer to the reality we live and the principles people have that we hear everyday. I think Sarah moved to her parents so she could also ground herself and learn to make the right decisions, as many of us know, that is often difficult to do. Sarah needs a little more growing up, probably that's why she and Mark work, who knows.
Parenthood Review: Control
As for Amber, she has practically raised herself all of her life and has been through a lot of things. At nineteen, she is able to reason like a 24 year old. It may be that Mae Whitman is about 23 in real life. I agree that getting in bed with the boss is a bad move, but after all Amber has been through, especially with all the guys she has dated, Bob seems to be the most accomplished guy with direction. I however want the best for Amber and do not want her chance for her career to be tainted by giving in to a moment where things felt right. The age difference should only come into play when it deals with maturity and we should agree that Amber has reached that level. She's allowed to make her own decisions.
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Sarah however sees the world from a different perspective. She is very awkward, but mellow. She tries her best to be a mom but prefers the back seat sometimes. I admire Camille for how she can relate with everyone in her huge family, but not everyone has that. I agree that Sarah's principle about having a child after you are an ideal couple is flawed, but society has not truly fixated on one true method as to what comes after commitment. It's up to Sarah to dictate what that step is for herself, even if it seems idiotic.