The new season has the old magic
SLIDESHOW: "Grey's Anatomy" Cast
SLIDESHOW: "Love/Addiction"
So far, the new season of Grey's Anatomy has recaptured its old charm. I think so, anyway. I'm riveted. I'm engaged. I'm anticipating what's coming next. And I'm excited about it. No more putting my hands over my face and watching through my fingers.
Mer-Der is taking an odd turn. Addiction? Well, maybe. Haven't we all hung onto something or someone because we just can't bear the idea of giving it up? We might know it's not good for us, but we just can't help ourselves.
I LOVE IT!
The sister drama is playing out in a way I didn't expect because Meredith is so mean. Then again - her explanation to Lexie (I think it has an "e") made total sense. Meredith was the forgotten child. Lexie seemed to have Daddy's heart. But I wonder what else is going on there. Lexie let us in a little bit when she was talking with George in her get-over-it speech to him in episode one. Sounds like Daddy was a drunk. What a crazy, uncomfortable dynamic!
I LOVE IT!
Then there's Bambi and the Bore. I miss the old George. The not-so-conflicted, happy-go-lucky George. The cute, awkward but oddly competent George. I suppose this whole love triangle is serving a purpose, though. There are probably a lot of people who can relate to staying in relationships out of obligation... selling themselves short for (what they think is) the greater good.
Great closure with 'Mama' ... the Grand Dame Mrs. Burke. Nice way to tidy up that whole Burktina unhappy ending. My heart ached for Christina in the closing scene. I did love, though, how she started using all her cool wedding gifts as pawns to get things she needed. Hilarious.
Oh... and ALEX!
We already knew he was broken. And now, we've gottn a true glimpse of that deep-down pain he must've had all his life. Wow! It's going to be interesting to see what's in store for him. The scene in the O.R. observation room with Bailey was wonderful. I do miss the old Bailey (as does she), and the fact that Alex felt he needed the dressing down ... from someone he really respects. It showed a great bond and a lot of maturity. That was my favorite moment of the whole show.
I don't mean to ignore Mark. He's still the same old man-ho. (Can I say that?) He's a little more likable, and he seems to really want to help Derek... to be his friend again. But is he remotely qualified to give any relationship advice? Hmmph. Although.... he did show a sensitive side when Callie was having her melt-down. And the scary thing is... he was right.
Can't wait for next week.
Is it Thursday yet?
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