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Eh, I liked it. I love Harlan Coben's writing so that shouldn't be surprising yet I so often dislike movie/tv adaptations. My only complaint was that Ep5 was too hurried and really could've been split into two to give viewers time to absorb everything that happened.

Eh, three of the four are adults and Portia's what, 16? IMHO, if Mo cheated/was caught, there would've had an immediate, dramatically announced separation. (again, not saying he never strayed, just that there wasn't some big event that caused the rift). What I believe happened was that suddenly menopausal, always attention seeking Kyle didn't feel prioritized. Mo was busy & traveling. She lost her friend & felt he wasn't there for her. So she, in effect, had a midlife crisis, quit drinking, started working out. loved the public attention she was receiving for it & hoped it would recapture Mo's interest. Then, along came Morgan. Kyle has so enjoyed all the 'is she/isn't she' talk & public scrutiny because it made up for Mo's lack of attention. Mo was confused by her behavior & leaned into work even more. The crack in their marriage widened & suddenly she & Mo were strangers, living as roommates. He finally said WTF are you doing, she hemmed & hawed, & he moved out. Again, IMHO, I think she may regret pushing him away but it's too late now. Likely because he's realized he's happier without her & Morgan is big nothingburger.

Miss Tirindad & Tobago is Mia. She's an OG. The chick Maddi chased around the house at Will's going away party last year was a non-castmate, Bradley's friend/client. who'd that allegedly made out with Trevor, Maddi's then boyfriend. From the previews, this season's finale party looks to be held at the same downtown Charleston mansion that was used in early seasons of Southern Charm for Patricia's events.

I love this silly show & am so glad it's back. Reminds me of early days VPR. Can't help but think that Joe & Maddi's relationship is a bit strategic. Oh ,and happy that Oisin is gone. Liking Michels & bartender Molly. Jury's out on the mustache dude. Grace Lily's ayahuasca journey & chat with jesus is totally on brand.

HGTV's been promoting this new episode every day in the new year thing. Took a chance & recorded last night but it's just repackaged vacation/beach/lake hunters again (Panama City & somewhere on the Louisiana coast).

Ugh, I really dislike Rodrigo. Taylor too. Why would Bravo think to use either of them to promote the show? ...and rhen the entire episode is focused on the guys complaining about Craig. They seem like a bunch of jealous harpies.

Ooh, found this for Below Deck & Below Deck Med but I imagine casting would be similar for whoever produces Sailing Yacht. It does say that the charters are significantly discounted. https://www.bravotv.com/casting#:~:text=For more information on how,.Casting%4051minds.com. Application form for Below Deck Adventures https://charterguestcasting.com/

Would you leave a job that paid more than $500k/year for part-time work? It cracks me up when people suggest that someone would voluntarily walk away. Shannon is nearly 60 years old. She has no other revenue streams. If she left the show, she'd end up doing the D list shows for appearance fees (like Alexis did & will continue to do) Besides, why would she leave now? She won. Bye Alexis. Bye Johnny J. Hope to see you never.

Does anyone know how the charter quests are recruited? Is it an open casting call? Do they hang up a sign in the marina? I always side-eye the one night charters because they are incredibly rare in the real world. It was obvious these folks had no idea what type of boat they'd chartered, had no interest in water sports, mixology or a seven course tasting menu. Production should be rightfully embarrssed by this episode. It made me feel bad for the crew. Finally, Gary trying to resurrect his image (& hold onto his job) by suddenly pretending to be in love with Daisy was sad & pathetic. So glad she saw through it.

100% agree @peachmangosteen i think they truly love one another & both comprised as much as they were willing. Their careers have exploded, something neither could foresee when they started dating. The recent demands on their time with all the travel (promoting Selling Down South & the successful Giggly Squad tour) likely put additional pressure, with neither feeling prioritized. Anyhoo, sometimes a break cam be a good thing. Maybe getting some space will give them time to reflect. I hold out hope they will reconnect. I know, I know, I'm a romantic at heart. In any case, i applaud how they're handling the breakup. Paige commented that they'd made the decision a few weeks ago & agreed to keep it on the DL until this week so they could be supported by their family & friends.

Yes, Angelina has issues but Vinny 2.0 has dead serial killer eyes & is most definitely using her. I strongly dislike both but if we're stuck with them, I wish Ang & OG Vinny would just get together already. I'm sick of him pretending to be some lothario & it would be easier to fast forward through their combined bullshit.

On Christmas day, Bravo aired S7, where Teresa's released from prison. It made me nostalgic for the early seasons & I see I'm not the only one. https://collider.com/real-housewives-of-new-jersey-christmas-episodes/ & https://collider.com/real-housewives-of-new-jersey-melissa-gorga/ So after going down the rabbit hole, I see this headline: Melissa Gorga Issues Warning to Bravo Over RHONJ Filming Delay as She Reacts to Network’s Timeline for Show’s Return. https://realityblurb.com/2024/12/25/melissa-gorga-issues-warning-to-bravo-over-rhonj-filming-delay-as-she-reacts-to-networks-timeline-for-shows-return-plus-cast-is-reportedly-panicking-over-lack-of-news/ OK Melissa, the sprinkle cookie business must really be taking off!! 😂😂😂

Teddi posting from Kyle's bedroom. https://toofab.com/2024/12/26/teddi-mellencamp-christmas-without-kids-amid-divorce/ I know she moved in, but you're telling me Kyle doesn't have a guest room?

She knew if would get back to Dorit & hurt her. Seriously, imagine her head exploding if Dorit & Mauricio were text pals? Kyle's MO is to appear to resolve an issue, saying let's move on, but she continues to say/do things to hurt the other person. She then encourages others (Camille, Teddi, etc.) to share their issues with said person so she can pretend her hands are clean & claim "see, everyone has issues with X, not just me" In her pea brain, PK texting her was somehow affirmation that she's good/Dorit is bad. If she weren't so annoying it would actually be sad. Kyle is so insecure, she'll never be happy or content. The season 1 fortune teller was actually right.