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I assumed they meant 16 baby/toddler steps. Yes, mom then "walked" them, but that's grief and emotion talking.

Thanks for clarifying their relationship. I, too, thought it odd that sitting through the trial would not be stressful, perhaps not as much as testifying would be, but still ....

I was interrupted and missed who the pregnant young woman was and why she was involved. She wasn't allowed to testify on doctor's orders, but was at the witness table. Did she also lose a child? Honestly, she seemed kind of random to me.

Ava is fast becoming my favorite and, sadly, Barbara not so much. Janine's insights when talking with Ava show maturity and confidence she certainly didn't have earlier. And Ava's pride in what's being accomplished at Abbott was sweet to see.

I'm glad to see Edwin getting more involved rather than just greeting Maddy at home with "How are you, darling?" And I continue to have a soft spot for Alfie and the young actor playing him. Learning his craft with the best of them.

I don't know if anyone remembers, but back in the TWoP days someone posted not nice/crazy things about Ina, blasting her for not having children, since she and Jeffrey were so rich it was their responsibility to have kids, and other nutty things. Posters, including me, were defending Ina, pointing out to the poster how off they were. I got a warning from the mods for my response - only one I ever got. I do remember that! I also remember the snark about how Ina was a recluse, clearly uncomfortable outside of her Hampton circle of friends, and that she needed to get to a psychiatrist or she would implode. The Ann Patchett episode is my favorite of this season's shows. Northing over the top, just two like-minded women cooking and chatting together.

100% bored by this episode and am sad about that. For me, Abbott is losing its charm.

I haven't watched last night's episode yet so will look for that. Thanks!

At this point, nothing to do with a plot line, but I want to know more about Maddie's husband. Was he an attorney? How did they get so rich? He's a cheerleader/comforter now and that's fine, but I'm wondering if he'll eventually play a more central role.

Aaron Harris who plays Alfie began his professional career in 2023 and it looks as if this is only his second professional job. I'm going to cut him some slack -- he's just starting out and is saying the lines he's given.

I said the same thing. Luckily nobody reminded her or chased after her before she left the building.

I don't mind the grandson at all. He's not been given the best lines to speak, but for me he comes across as that nerdy kid who is likely to be bullied at school. His commitment to his late mom, grandparents, and exposing the "big pharma" makes sense. He may be a hacker, but what did Maddy said in the pilot -- she would do anything, everything for her daughter and I suspect her grandson shares that. (And, no I'm not advocating hacking, but this is a TV show). I will say I don't want him to have more screen time than is absolutely necessary, but his presence isn't a deal breaker.

Second episode is October 17, 9:00 p.m., which will be the regular slot for the season.

Yes! She was 100% positive she hadn't thanked her mom and has lived with that for decades. That's what I call a life-changer. Props to Ben for doing such a kind deed.

For those who missed the Pilot or who want to see it again, CBS is showing it on October 8 and October 10 at 9:00 p.m.