S05.E02: Strangers

[Tara Ariano]

With supplies running low, Rick leads a mission where the risk might not be worth the reward.

[kikismom]

 

With supplies running low, Rick leads a mission where the risk might not be worth the reward.

 

See, here's the thing: Herschel said to Rick "You're growing everything we need, soon we won't need to go on runs anymore". I'm thinking, Well, yeah, there's the food and the apparent battery crop, guns are developing like radishes in the dirt but what about the tampon harvest Herschel, WHAT ABOUT THE TAMPON HARVEST?!"

I knew that was going to eventually be the cause of tragedy.

 

Hey!: Shouldn't that be "the reward might not be worth the risk?"

Not to split hairs. But.

Edited October 16, 2014 by kikismom

[kikismom]

It's that time of year again!

 

Fantastic Road Trip

(with apologies to the Coolio version of Lakeside's "Fantastic Voyage"---If you aren't one of us dinosaurs, here's the song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a3QAHZicSjQ

 

Come on y'all and let's take a ride

Don't you say shit just get inside

It's time to take your ass on another kind of trip

We all got got jobs to do, no time to ship!

 

Carol, grab your gat with the extra clip, Ms.

Peletier knows where the safety is!

Camp Dinner Bell's the group---number one with a bullet

We're goin' to a place picked out by Dr. Mullet

Ain't no fishing, ain't no farming

Ain't no punk-ass Governor harming

Now the group's all back, only Beth we lack

And it don't matter if you're Asian, White, or Black

I wanna take you there like the Staple SIngers

Daryl siphoned some tanks, now we gonna bring ya

If you can't take the heat, don't whine to Richonne Grixon---

We're on a mission!

 

Come along and ride on a Fantastic Road Trip!

Ride, ride, get down and hide!

Come along and ride on a Fantastic Road Trip

We do what we do just to survive

 

I'm tryin' to find a place that's still safe in this world

And maybe eat some Spam instead of pudding and squirrel

A place where Judith can play outside

Without livin' in fear of a herd rollin' by

Even if I get away from those cannibal's behaviours

I still got to worry 'bout when we meet the

Saviors!

I keep searchin' and searchin' to find a place for ya

But marauders are the same from Atlanta to Senoia

 

I try to keep my faith in my people

But sometimes I suspect them of doin' somethin' evil

You gotta understand about joinin' Joe's gang

Until you find your peeps you need a place you can hang

But you ain't down with seekin' little boys for gang bangs

Cos you got your own stuff. And thangz.

 

You can't help us if you can't help yourself--

Rosita say "Turn left!"

 

Come along and ride on a Fantastic Road Trip!

Ride, ride, get down and hide!

Come along and ride on a Fantastic Road Trip!

That's why you pack your .45

 

Life is a bitch and then you die

Still trying to find that pipe dream and get high

Every season is the same, cos Kirkman still remains

Don't it seem kinda strange not a damn thing change

 

If you hang with the Termites, then you can eat

But for hip-perp people-eaters we don't save a seat!

Hop hop hop your group quickly down the block

Stay bite-free and keep the walkers off your jock!

You gotta have heart Eugene, if you wanna go

Watch this sweet grocery-grabber... swing low

 

Come along and ride on a Fantastic Road Trip!

Ride, ride, hurry Coral! Hide!

Come along and ride on a Fantastic Road Trip!

We do what we do just to survive

 

Everybody cryin', everybody dyin'

Everybody worryin', everybody tryin'

Nothin' from nothin' leaves nothin'

If we wanna have somethin', we better start frontin'

What happens when Father Gabriel takes you inside?

Better be ready to commit priest-a-cide

Better by ready when Gareth chooses sides

Cos in the ZA

It's do or die !

 

Do ya wanna ride with me? Do ya wanna ride with me?

[kj4ever]

See, here's the thing: Herschel said to Rick "You're growing everything we need, soon we won't need to go on runs anymore". I'm thinking, Well, yeah, there's the food and the apparent battery crop, guns are developing like radishes in the dirt but what about the tampon harvest Herschel, WHAT ABOUT THE TAMPON HARVEST?!"

I knew that was going to eventually be the cause of tragedy.

 

Hey!: Shouldn't that be "the reward might not be worth the risk?"

Not to split hairs. But.

They don't care about tampons, they are men!  Women miraculously have stopped their periods.  I pray that I am in menopause if the apocalypse comes, but then again if you catch me a week before I could be Rick, Daryl, Michonne, Tyreese when he's not being wishy washy, the Gov'nuh and Joe all rolled up in one.

[mightysparrow]

I think this episode is going to break my heart.

[CletusMusashi]

Sphagnum moss, quite common in any swampy part of the country, is light, soft, and antibacterial, and many cultures on three different continents have used it for diapers, bandages, toilet paper, and, yes, even tampons. That's a survivally-enough fact that it may well the one thing Daryl actually knows about feminine body parts.

Alternately, Carol might just have some in her utility belt. They were made from her own hair, and when that runs out they'll start using Michonne's.

[kikismom]

Sphagnum moss, quite common in any swampy part of the country, is light, soft, and antibacterial, and many cultures on three different continents have used it for diapers, bandages, toilet paper, and, yes, even tampons. That's a survivally-enough fact that it may well the one thing Daryl actually knows about feminine body parts.

Alternately, Carol might just have some in her utility belt. They were made from her own hair, and when that runs out they'll start using Michonne's.

As long as no one uses Spanish moss, which is what hangs from the trees in the South. That is chock-full of red mites.  :-(

[CletusMusashi]

Yeah, but so are all their underpants by now. Rick's probably got cicadas pupating in his.

Hey, won't it be fun if the whole episode's about them looking for underwear?

[bosawks]

Yeah, but so are all their underpants by now. Rick's probably got cicadas pupating in his.

Hey, won't it be fun if the whole episode's about them looking for underwear?

Still more interesting than the governor.

[SoSueMe]

Kudzu (sp?) is a pretty renewable resource, no? I'm surprised it isn't shown/used more in the series. Although at this point I'm not sure where the group is supposed to be or even the elapsed time from the start of the ZA. Probably a lot less time than I think, although it looks like Carl has had a few growth spurts. Can anyone enlighten me on the time frame?

Awesome lyrics, kikismom!

[HalcyonDays]

Quick Reminder Guys - No posting anything that could hint too much about spoilers for the series, whether it be comic or otherwise. Be good!

[CletusMusashi]

What was that line that Abraham mumbled at Rosita?

[kikismom]

Well, they are moving through their in-box at a brisk pace!

Tara/Rick? Check.

Carol/Rick?Check

Carol/Tyreese? Check.

Carol/Daryl? Check.

[SoSueMe]

"Will you have us?" Smooth move, Rick, 'bout time.

[kikismom]

What was that line that Abraham mumbled at Rosita?

He said when they were watching Michonne " That's the moment we've been waiting for/or the opening we've been waiting for/or something like that?

[Armchair Critic]

Bob and Sasha are cute together.

[kikismom]

Oh no...is that the same church, with a new location? I know the crew built one for season 2.

[Armchair Critic]

Did Carl offer that priest a Tum?

 

Abraham is getting on my nerves.

[bosawks]

I am glad Rick found some hair product to keep his circa 2004 Pedro Martinez locks suitably tamed.

Loved the fist bump.

Edited October 20, 2014 by bosawks

[kikismom]

I am glad Rick found some hair product to keep is circa 2004 Pedro Martinez locks suitably tamed.

 

Great reference! lol

[Armchair Critic]

I am glad Rick found some hair product to keep is circa 2004 Pedro Martinez locks suitably tamed.

 

And Abraham found some red hair coloring product.

[mightysparrow]

Rick is Mr. Forgiveness. Forgives Carol for murdering two innocent people. Forgives Tara for riding with the Governor.

[CletusMusashi]

I like Michonne seeing her gun as a weapon, rather than a projection system for smaller weapons.

I wonder if she even bothered loading it.

I think Saint Suspicious is the guy who made all those creepy paintings.

And, Glenn, god damn it I want to nominate you harder over in the "Picktatorship" thread.

But you will just not let go of your belief in Rick, will you?

Edited October 20, 2014 by CletusMusashi

[kikismom]

I thought I was imagining it...Abe's hair also looks like he had a little perm/body wave.

 

I really don't like Father Gabriel.

 

I thought Bob was smarter than this.

[Armchair Critic]

I don't know if the guy is legit or not, but that would be a smart idea to dress as clergy

[mightysparrow]

Bob is so happy. He's got his girl and he's going to Washington.

[SoSueMe]

Bob is so happy. He's got his girl and he's going to Washington.

Are we really sure Bob didn't get bit/scratched underwater?

[kikismom]

OMIGOD JUDITH FEEDING RICK!
JUDITH LAYING HER HEAD ON RICK"S CHEST!
 

Are we really sure Bob didn't get bit/scratched underwater?

uh oh Bob acting "ishy"!!

[Armchair Critic]

I didn't read the comics or spoilers, but I am thinking Washington DC is going to be a mistake.

 

Is it wrong that I don't want them to bring Beth back?

[BrendasChoppers]

I didn't read the comics or spoilers, but I am thinking Washington DC is going to be a mistake.

 

Is it wrong that I don't want them to bring Beth back?

 

No. I feel the same. 

[kikismom]

Daryl, all you have to do to keep the brake lights dark is take out the fuse, it's under the dashboard.

Trust me on this.

 

Oh crap! Bob sick! Hunters! Beth-stealing-vehicle people!

[mightysparrow]

I didn't read the comics or spoilers, but I am thinking Washington DC is going to be a mistake.

 

Is it wrong that I don't want them to bring Beth back?

 

If it's wrong, I don't want to be right.

[PunkyMouse]

Did I see Bob the alcoholic drinking wine?

ETA:

OMIGOD JUDITH FEEDING RICK!

JUDITH LAYING HER HEAD ON RICK"S CHEST!

I KNOW!!! So much cuteness, so little time.

Edited October 20, 2014 by PunkyMouse

[SoSueMe]

I didn't read the comics or spoilers, but I am thinking Washington DC is going to be a mistake.

 

Is it wrong that I don't want them to bring Beth back?

1. I totally agree.

2. Not in my opinion, :)

[lookattheflowers]

Do these people learn nothing???? Wandering around the zombie apocalypse at night is NEVER a good idea!!!

[Armchair Critic]

Well we knew Gareth would show up. Now I almost wish Bob was infected so he could take a bite out of the smug S.O.B.

[BrendasChoppers]

Do these people learn nothing???? Wandering around the zombie apocalypse at night is NEVER a good idea!!!

 

No kidding! I'd be cuddling up  with Rick somewhere private.

[SimoneS]

Damn it is the Termites. They are so disgusting. I think that Bob got bit under the water for sure so eating him will lead to no good.

 

I can't believe that Rick fell for Abraham's speech. It makes no sense to go to DC, one of the  most populated cities in the country.

 

I liked Michonne and Rick's conversation about her weapon and missing Andrea. She is back to being truly alive again. I also liked Tara telling Maggie the truth about being with Phillip.

 

I really like Carl as the wise young Hershel. He was basically telling Rick don't be like Shane.

 

Ugh, the Carol stuff ruined the beginning of the episode for me, but hopefully she and Daryl find Beth.

Edited October 20, 2014 by SimoneS

[kikismom]

Oh crap Tyreese did not kill gum-snapper guy!

OH Termites are also the Hunters!

OH Gareth back this soon seriously and holy crap eating Bob's leg right in front of him and it's on the effing fire!!!!

[lookattheflowers]

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Edited October 20, 2014 by lookattheflowers

[CletusMusashi]

Bob-a-cue!

[Armchair Critic]

You sick bastards, you ATE Bob!

[Rosiejuliemom]

Shish-Ke-Bob!

Edited October 20, 2014 by Rosiejuliemom

[bosawks]

Gareth is one creepy mothereffer' please don't ruin it by giving him a tank.

[Iguessnot]

Dammit I told y'all Tyreese was lying.

[SpaghettiTuesdays]

Well, that was terrifying.

 

I'm intensely curious about Mr Preacher Man. My madre thinks he has something to do with Beth. I think he probably turned people into the Terminus crew in turn for protection maybe? 

 

Food bank scene was really gross. I always forget not to eat during this show. Happens every week.

[Enero]

Bob has nine lives. How many times has he been surely dead but somehow survived...but then he's standing outside looking at the church crying. So did he get bit and is just hiding it from the group? Whether he was bit or not, he's still done for. Even if he's rescued there's no way  he's going to survive, with the group constantly  in transit, with one leg.

 

I'm not buying Eugene's story about this reset button that will somehow put everything back right, and I'm not understanding why anyone would buy that story.

 

I think Gabriel might've took refuge inside the church and locked everyone else out, not letting anyone in. Hence the message carved on the side of the church about whomever burning for what's they've done.

 

So the Terminus Terrors are still on the loose. Damn if Rick wasn't right, they should've finished their asses when they had the chance. And Rick needs to take heed to his own words to Carl, they need to always been on alert. They were way too relaxed at the church. People venturing out at night alone, no one keeping watch for anyone unexpected showing up etc. SMDH. I know they were happy to be together again and to have food, but they was straight up crazy. Have they learned nothing?!!

 

Michonne needs her machete back ASAP! She's still bad ass, but it's just not the same when she's not wielding her sword.

 

What in the hell was Carol doing out there a night working on the car? Was she planning to skip out on the group while no one was looking? If Darryl hadn't showed up I think she might've made a run for it.

Edited October 20, 2014 by Enero

[lulee]

Damn, Tyrese! You said you took care of that Termite! Why did I believe you?

What in the hell was Carol doing out there a night working on the car?

She was going to run away.

Edited October 20, 2014 by lulee

[mightysparrow]

I just didn't feel a sense of urgency in this episode. I know they're relieved and taking a bit of a break but they seem awful casual. And was Daryl the watchman? Because if he was, then Bob needs to have a talk with him.

[SimoneS]

Bob-B-Q! Ha!