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Ranking the top 5 moments from “The Walking Dead” season 9 episode 13: “I’ll Kill Him First”

Happy Monday TV fans! After watching AMC’s The Walking Dead season 9 episode 13, I realized that negotiations during the zombie apocalypse are not always that difficult. If at first you don’t succeed with offers of trade and safe passage, why not try again with a movie? Please note spoilers are ahead if you have not gotten a chance to watch yet. In last night’s episode, “Chokepoint,” Ezekiel and Carol receive a letter from the group with the mysterious symbol. Meanwhile, Daryl and Connie continue to make an amazing tag team, as Beta shows off just how dangerous he can be. My top 5 moments from The Walking Dead season 9 episode 13 are:

“There’s no way in hell I’m letting you run away with this one.”

After Daryl gets Henry and Lydia to temporary safety, Daryl tells Lydia to go back to the Whisperers, but Henry wants to keep running and thinks that he can fix everything. Daryl is worried about Hilltop, recognizing that Alpha will go after them first. Henry continues to think with his heart before his head and Daryl reminds him to think about his mother. I’m still excited to see Carol’s reaction to all of this, as I don’t think Lydia will get embraced by her with open arms.

“If they don’t listen, then kill them.”

Jerry and some of the others are robbed by the new group with the symbol and they give him a letter. Ezekiel and Carol read the letter, as we are introduced to the Highwaymen. Carol points out that they could have killed Jerry, but they sent a letter instead and it was grammatically correct, which suggests that these people are civilized. Never underestimate the power of good grammar! Ezekiel still wants to gather the troops just in case, but Carol continues to show off her impressive leadership skills, as she thinks that they should try talking to them first. Either way, I was excited that the group behind the symbol has already been revealed, as TWD can sometimes drag out story-lines.

“Because I care about you.”

Henry continues to be Henry in this episode, as Lydia tells him that coming after her was a stupid thing to do. Go Lydia! Lydia demands to know why Henry came after her and he tells her that he cares about her. Just as we are about to get another nauseating kiss between these two, Daryl interrupts and cock blocks Henry, which had me laughing uncontrollably. Sorry Henry, maybe next time.

“And Jerry would like his sword back.”

So, as we got to meet the Highwaymen, I almost felt like the channel changed to an old Western movie, complete with the music soundtrack and everything. The Highwaymen initially laugh at Ezekiel’s proposal to give them access to the Kingdom and the fair, but Carol sweetens the deal. Carol offers the Highwaymen the chance to see movies and they jump at the opportunity. But, let’s not forget that Jerry would like his sword back as well, which gave us some welcomed comic relief during the episode. The Highwaymen show up to help Tara and the others and accept this new job opportunity to keep the roads safe, but what else do we know about them? Are they friends or foes? We’ll have to wait and see, but so far I am liking this new group.

“I’ll kill him first.”

Daryl is sick of running, as Connie suggests that they get to higher ground and enter an abandoned building that she has used previously. There are some supplies and several areas have already been blocked off, which could give Daryl and the others an advantage. Lydia tells Daryl that Alpha will send Beta to take them out, but Daryl is not intimidated. Daryl and Connie continue to make a great tag team, as they eliminate the threats that come after them and I have to give a special honorable mention to Dog, who was not afraid to jump in the fight either. The fight between Daryl and Beta had me on the edge of my seat and it ended with Daryl pushing Beta down an elevator shaft. However, things are not always that simple, as we learn that Beta is still alive at the end of the episode. Something tells me that this guy is not that easy to kill, so Daryl Dixon better watch his back. Stay tuned!

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Ranking the top 5 moments from “Shameless” season 9 episode 14: “Don’t Ever Look Back”

Happy Sunday TV fans! After watching Showtime’s Shameless season 9 episode 14 season finale, I realized that we sometimes get a second chance, even after we have hit rock bottom. So what do we do with it? Do we play it safe or do we travel into the unknown? The decision is never easy, but all we can do is try and embrace the future. Please note spoilers are ahead if you have not gotten a chance to watch yet. In tonight’s episode, “Found,” Fiona makes a huge decision that will impact everyone around her. Meanwhile, Liam moves out, Carl and Debbie team up, and Frank burdens everyone with his recovery. My top 5 moments from Shameless season 9 episode 14 season finale are:

“I moved out.”

During the episode, Liam decides to move out of the Gallagher house for good. Debbie tries to get him to come back home, but Liam explains that he doesn’t want to be a Gallagher anymore and even Carl asks, “Is that an option?” Debbie refuses to give up and Liam presents her with a list of demands of 46 items that will need to be addressed in order for him to consider moving home, as Liam is looking to embrace his culture in a stable environment. Good for you, Liam!

“I’m a man again!”

Kev is thrilled to be “a man again” and even starts thinking about renting himself out as Jesus. V is skeptical, but Kev has endless possibilities, including “A Jesus Stripper” and “Last Supper Jesus.” It looks like Kev has embraced this new role, but someone should probably tell him that “Bar Mitzvah Jesus” may not go over that well…

“Now that’s a woman!”

In the beginning of the episode, Carl and Debbie team up to get some revenge on Kelly for breaking their hearts, as they go into full stealth mode to mess up her truck. Kelly is furious and confronts Debbie, as we hilariously see that Carl spray painted “heart beaker” instead of “heart breaker.” Debbie informs Kelly that she knows how to spell, but takes this moment to stand up for her brother, as she tells Kelly that she really hurt her brother and that he feels rejected. Carl is ready to give up on school and settle for working in fast food, but we know he is worth so much more than that. Kelly refuses to accept this and storms into “Captain Bob’s” and zip ties Carl and takes him out of there, telling his boss that he quits. Kelly really is one hell of a woman, as she tells Carl to man up and kisses him, suggesting that there is hope for these two to get back together. Yay!

“You just love them.”

Tami decides to move forward with her pregnancy after getting her test results back from the doctor. Lip wants to be a father, but Tami thinks that he will be a terrible one. In a touching moment, Lip gets some advice from Kev, who tells him that you just love them, which is actually really great advice. I personally think that Lip will be an excellent father, especially after seeing how good he was with Xan, but it will definitely be an adventure for sure.

“I’m scared.”

After receiving the $100,000 check from Max, Fiona realizes that she now has a second chance. Fiona goes to visit Ian in prison and he tells her to go because she deserves it. Fiona is scared, but Ian reminds her, “Don’t ever look back.” Ian will always be there to love and support her, along with the rest of her family, but Fiona recognizes that it is time to start her life somewhere else. Lip wants to throw Fiona a goodbye party, but she leaves before it, realizing that she may not be able to go if she stays for that. Fiona recognizes that it is now or never and takes that leap of faith to get on the plane and move forward toward the unknown. She loves her family and even leaves Deb a check for $50,000 and reminds Frank that she did it all, as he tries to thank her for helping over the years. It’s clearly difficult for Frank to admit this and he probably has his own feelings about his oldest daughter leaving, but Fiona takes the high road and doesn’t look back. We’re proud of you, Fiona Gallagher!

I have to say that I definitely shed a few tears at the end of the episode. I will absolutely miss Emmy Rossum on the show and I’m not sure that it will be the same without her, but we definitely still have a lot of Gallagher fun to keep us entertained. Fiona was always the heart and soul of the show for me and I feel like I just said goodbye to my best friend when she got on the plane. You’ll never be replaced, Fiona, and I hope that you get your chance at a happily ever after! Stay tuned!

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Ranking the top 5 moments from “The Walking Dead” season 9 episode 12: “Crying Is Weak”

Happy Monday TV fans! After watching AMC’s The Walking Dead season 9 episode 12, I realized that it is possible for people to change, but it’s difficult to let our guard down and trust them again. Do we take the chance or do we continue to play it safe because of the potential consequences? Please note spoilers are ahead if you have not gotten a chance to watch yet. In last night’s episode, “Guardians,” we meet Beta and get a glimpse into life as a Whisperer. Meanwhile, Daryl and Connie show off some synchronized slaying, Eugene gives Gabriel some advice, and Michonne makes a big decision. My top 5 moments from The Walking Dead season 9 episode 12 are:

“You be a damn fool to let her go.”

So, I almost felt like Gabriel was auditioning for a role on Maury, as he reminded Eugene that he is not the father of Rosita’s baby, which makes things more than complicated. Rosita is upfront with Gabriel and leaves the choice up to him, but he is clearly very conflicted over what to do next. Eugene has strong feelings for Rosita as well and just wants her to be happy. He provides Gabriel with some advice and looks on, as Gabriel approaches Rosita and Siddiq toward the end, implying that they are all embracing this complicated situation together.

“You can’t keep a big dog locked up forever.”

Michonne approaches Negan and asks him why he came back to Alexandria. Michonne demands answers and Negan tells her that he has truly changed and that he can help her. Negan hears everything from his cell and he can be very useful, but Michonne is not buying it whatsoever at this point. However, Negan makes some very valid points that should be considered. He had the chance to run and he came back, but Michonne is very guarded, refusing to believe that Negan can become a productive member of society. Just let him out already!

“Crying is weak.”

Lydia was not joking when she said that you do not want to cross her mother, Alpha. In this episode, heads literally roll, as Alpha makes an example out of a couple who try to undermine her authority. Alpha shows no mercy and decapitates the woman right in front of everyone. Her husband, or boyfriend, begins crying and Alpha whispers, “Crying is weak,” right before she stabs him. Remember there’s no crying in the zombie apocalypse!

Alpha is proving to be a very formidable villain, but she clearly still has a weak spot for her daughter, Lydia. However, I think that the true beast within her will be unleashed if Lydia betrays her, which may make her almost unstoppable. She seems to focus a lot on being like an animal, which can be extremely dangerous, but it’s all about survival of the fittest now.

“People don’t really change. You did.”

Michonne confronts Judith about talking to Negan and tries to tell her, “He is not your friend.” Judith explains that Negan truly listens to her, but Michonne doesn’t want her anywhere near him. Judith proves to be wise beyond her years, as she reminds Michonne that he is still a human being. Michonne has a lot of feelings bottled up inside her and she begins to finally reflect on some of her decisions. She decides that she will ultimately help The Kingdom and recognizes that everyone has the right to “weigh the risks and choose.” It’s always a gamble to take a chance when there are so many threats, but Michonne’s talks with Negan and Judith clearly had an impact on her.

“Kill him…”

So, my own personal favorite moment was when Lydia punched Henry in the face. I almost fell out of my chair laughing. Henry winds up in a dangerous situation now, as he tells Alpha, “I came for her.” Alpha recognizes that she can use Henry to her advantage, but Beta also reminds her that her daughter may have feelings for him. Alpha puts this to the test and commands Lydia to kill Henry or Beta will kill them both. Lydia is shocked by this and is clearly very conflicted, but some hungry walkers break the tension and begin attacking the camp. Daryl uses this distraction to get Henry out of there, but Henry refuses to go without Lydia, as they all head off together. What will Alpha do now that her daughter has willingly left? Has Lydia truly switched sides? Stay tuned!

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Ranking the top 5 moments from “Shameless” season 9 episode 13: “Is That Bone?”

Happy Sunday TV fans! After watching Showtime’s Shameless season 9 episode 13, I realized that it’s never easy to get back up and start over, but sometimes it is necessary. Even if it feels hopeless, every now and again you will be surprised by what comes next. Please note spoilers are ahead if you have not gotten a chance to watch yet. In tonight’s episode, “Lost,” Frank suffers an injury that gets him a pass into the hospital, but most of the staff are not too thrilled with his presence. Meanwhile, Fiona starts over, Lip has a heart-to-heart talk with Tami, and Liam decides he has had enough. My top 5 moments from Shameless season 9 episode 13 are:

“It took them two days to realize I was gone.”

During the episode, Fiona notices that Liam is not in his room and she begins texting him to try and find him. Everyone else starts reaching out to Liam too, but we find out that he has been hanging out at his friend’s house and comments on how long it took everyone to notice he was missing. Liam decides not to answer any of their texts and continues to have some fun. I can’t say I really blame him, but it looks like he is getting some quality Liam time in. After all, there is always some kind of commotion going on in the Gallagher home. Enjoy your vacation away, Liam!

“Pull the trigger!”

Carl is still upset about Kelly breaking up with him and he hates it that Debbie is trying to move in on his territory. To make matters worse, he also finds out that he did not get into West Point. During work, a robber points a gun at Carl and he simply tells him to pull the trigger because his day can’t get any better. Only the robber actually shoots the gun and Carl proceeds to beat the crap out of him. Perhaps a job in law enforcement is in his future? Later on, Debbie tries to make a move on Kelly and is rejected. Carl and Debbie actually share a sweet moment together, as Carl tells her that she will find someone to be with someday. It’s nice to see that these two can still support each other even though they were both initially fighting over the same girl.

“The nuns know.”

The gig is up, as Kev and V’s daughters are finally spotted together at preschool. The nuns call up Kev and V to discuss the matter further and explain what there are options are. They can either pay back tuition to prevent being brought up for fraud or Kev can play Jesus and drag a 300 pound cross to the church while wearing his revealing costume. I mean, I guess it beats paying the $1400, but it’s not every day that you get to see Jesus walking down the block.

“Is that bone?”

After Fiona’s former building is bulldozed, Frank is still inside and ends up injuring his leg severely during the commotion. Frank says it is just a scratch, but his bone is literally sticking out. Frank is no stranger to the emergency room, as the members of the staff know him quite well and refuse to give him pain medication. We learn that Frank has been to this particular hospital 52 times and he has no insurance. However, Frank gets a lucky break after all, as he ends up with a short visit and lots of pain medication before being dumped out on his street by the ambulance.

“Did you let Lip recruit you into that cult?”

Fiona continues to go to AA meetings and is starting to pick up the pieces. After meeting with her lawyer, she learns that she needs to prove that she is a contributing member of society since she is facing assault charges from the woman she punched in the face during the block party. Fiona can’t really be picky with her options and ends up taking a job at a gas station. At the end of the episode, Max walks in and offers her a real chance to start over. He explains that they are moving forward with the project and that he would like to buy Fiona out, which would give her $100,000. Talk about a lucky break. I have to admit that my heart skipped a beat when I saw a man walk in the gas station, as I was kind of hoping it might be Jimmy. However, it looks like this chance encounter will finally allow Fiona a fresh start. Stay tuned for the season finale next week, as we say goodbye to our beloved Fiona Gallagher. I’m not sure I am ready to, however.

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Ranking the top 5 moments from “The Walking Dead” season 9 episode 11: “I Can’t Live With It Either”

Happy Monday TV fans! After watching AMC’s The Walking Dead season 9 episode 11, I realized that saying “it’s all gonna work out” doesn’t always mean that it will. However, maintaining a positive outlook in the world of the dead is easier said than done. You make decisions that you have to live with it, but what if you can’t? Can you still make a difference and change it…or is it too late? Please note spoilers are ahead if you have not gotten a chance to watch yet. In last night’s episode, “Bounty,” Alpha and the Whisperers have arrived and they are going to cause some conflict if they don’t get what they came for. Meanwhile, Ezekiel and Carol tackle a side mission of their own and Connie winds up in a dangerous situation. My top 5 moments from The Walking Dead season 9 episode 11 are:

“You can’t have her.”

Alpha and the Whisperers are at the gates to retrieve Alpha’s daughter and she promises that there will not be conflict if they simply cooperate. Daryl initially tells Alpha that she can’t have her, but everything changes when we learn that the Whisperers have Luke and Alden. Alpha proposes a trade: her daughter for the lives of Luke and Alden. Before Daryl has much time to think this over, he notices that one of the Whisperers is holding a crying baby and he asks, “You brought a baby out here?” Seriously, you read my mind, Daryl. Alpha compares her group to animals, which is creepy on its own, but things begin to get more complicated when the dead arrive to break up the party.

“You live with it by staying who you are.”

While all the commotion is going on, Henry breaks Lydia out of her cell and tries to protect her. We get some screen time for Enid, who says that she will go after Henry. In a touching moment, Enid talks about losing people and mentions Carl’s letter to her. Henry whines that it’s not fair, but Enid tries to remind him that he needs to stay true to himself and live with it as best he can. She further explains that you “can’t let the bad things change you,” which is actually really great advice. Henry tells Lydia that he is going to miss her and she actually tells him that she will miss him too. I guess all of Henry’s whining paid off, as he shares a brief kiss with Lydia.

After watching the preview for next week’s episode, it looks like Lydia is going to be asked to eliminate Henry, but will she be able to do so now that they have the potential for teen romance? We’ll have to wait and see. When Lydia is reunited with her mother, she is greeted with a smack in the face and a reminder to refer to her as “Alpha.” Alpha is definitely not up for mother of the year, but she did break her own rules to retrieve Lydia.

“It’s movie time.”

So, I absolutely loved that the show gave us some fun in this episode. Sometimes the episodes can drag a little and feel heavy and we need some comic relief or moments of fluff to keep us connected to the characters and to be entertained. Carol and Ezekiel get some screen time, as they head off with Jerry and friends for an important side mission. As they approach a movie theater filled with the dead, Jerry hilariously comments, “It’s movie time!” Ezekiel is all about creating and maintaining community and he wants the children to be able to experience watching a movie. We even get a fun “mission mix” soundtrack to accompany them, as they lure the dead out of there. It seems like everything is going according to plan until Jerry drops the bubble wrapped projection bulb, but all is not lost. Carol makes the decision as the “queen” to retrieve it and they take out the walkers and successfully complete their mission. Yay!

“Natural selection.”

During the episode, the dead break up Alpha’s talk with Daryl and the others, as Alpha signals for the Whisperer mother to put down her baby. Alpha explains that it is “natural selection” and that if the mother cannot quiet the baby, the dead will. I found myself shouting at the television at this point, as Alpha is proving to be extremely dangerous and ruthless. I actually feel bad for Lydia now. Luke and Alden are being held captive and Luke uses sign language to inform Connie what is going on, who has been hiding nearby. Connie courageously rescues the baby and ends up in an extremely dangerous situation. She heads into the corn fields and we see everything from her perspective, as the sound is cut, which was a brilliant decision. Connie tries to take out the Whisperers one by one, but they keep coming and I was even startled several times, as they continued to pop up out of nowhere. This moment was eerie and terrifying, but so well done. Luckily, Daryl shows up to save the day and Connie makes it out of there with the baby. Talk about suspense!

“I can’t live with it either.”

Toward the end of the episode, Henry confronts Daryl and asks him how he can live with what he did. Daryl explains that “the world is just shit sometimes and you live with it.” Daryl knows that he did what he had to, but he still has some guilt lingering. Henry continues to be naive and impulsive, as he takes off after Lydia and leaves Daryl a note, saying that he can’t live with it. Daryl decides to go after Henry and Connie wants to tag along. When Daryl asks her why, she writes down, “I can’t live with it either.” It looks like Daryl and “Dog” have a new companion, as they all head out together. I am really liking Connie, played by Lauren Ridloff, and I think that she may be able to help Daryl turn a corner. While I still ship Daryl and Carol together in the end, this may be a chance for Daryl to truly connect with someone. Daryl is used to being on his own, but he can’t do everything by himself.

Overall, I thought this was a solid episode and the corn field scene was captivating and intense. We are still left with some questions, however. We see a mysterious symbol on the back of a sign after Carol and Ezekiel leave the movie theater and we still don’t know about the “X” marks. Are these symbols connected or are they separate threats? The symbol looks like an upside down “V,” which could relate to dominance or power, but there could be endless possibilities. I would love to hear some of your theories on this. Stay tuned!

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Ranking the top 5 moments from “Shameless” season 9 episode 12: “You’ll Know the Bottom When You Hit It”

Happy Sunday TV fans! After watching Showtime’s Shameless season 9 episode 12, I realized that “people do crazy shit when the power goes out.” However, Frank reminded us that “you just gotta stay creative.” Please note spoilers are ahead if you have not gotten a chance to watch yet. In tonight’s episode, “You’ll Know the Bottom When You Hit It,” Frank uses the city blackout to make a quick profit and decides to show Fiona the ropes. Meanwhile, Lip says goodbye to Xan, Debbie and Carl continue fighting over Kelly, and Kev deals with a “ticking time ball.” My top 5 moments from Shameless season 9 episode 12 are:

“Nobody likes a clinger.”

In this episode, Carl feels that Kelly is being distant, but he becomes almost obsessive when he finds out that Debbie is constantly texting her. This leads to an ongoing fight over Kelly’s affection, as both Gallagher siblings seem unwilling to give up. Later in the episode, Kelly breaks up with Carl for being too clingy, but does this mean that she will explore some potential feelings for Debbie? I’m thinking so, based on the preview for next week’s episode. Maybe Carl’s former girlfriend, Kassidi, can come back from the dead? Or maybe she’s not really dead? You never know on Shameless.

“She needs to hit rock bottom.”

Lip has a lot going on in this episode, as Xan exits in the beginning, but not before giving Lip a friendship bracelet she made him, which is adorable. Later on, Tami finally has a talk with Lip and they decide that they are going to give parenthood a try, which I am so excited about. While they admit that they don’t know what the future holds for them, I really think that Lip will make a great father and will support his child no matter what. This is an important step in Lip’s life and it looks like things are finally coming together for him. However, Lip is still extremely worried about Fiona and even throws out her stuff to make his point. Later on, Lip has an important talk with V, explaining that if she is really Fiona’s friend; she won’t let her stay with her. Lip understands that Fiona needs to truly hit rock bottom so that she can finally get some help. It’s not always easy to turn your back on someone you love, but sometimes it is necessary to save them.

“Gallagher’s Blackout Supply.”

The entire city is dealing with a blackout and no one is happy about it…except Frank. Frank is known for his get-rich-quick schemes and he takes full advantage here, as he has been preparing for a possible blackout for quite some time. Frank officially welcomes Fiona to the “ranks of the unemployed” and decides to show his daughter the ropes. They negotiate over her cut and Fiona explains that “Frank’s Blackout Supply” will be renamed “Gallagher’s Blackout Supply,” which definitely has a better ring to it. Fiona is actually really “creative” with her sales skills and the two of them have a line down the block, as they sell ice, batteries, flashlights and all other necessities during this time of panic. Sure, their prices may be a little outrageous, but they absolutely have a demand for their products.

“We found the true power of the South Side.”

It seems like everyone is taking Frank’s advice in this episode about being creative, as Kev decides to have a cookout at The Alibi so that the steaks V purchased don’t go bad. It seems like a great idea and a lot of the neighbors show up, but they also learn that the rest of Chicago got their power back. Fiona starts a protest march for the South Siders, which consists of some catchy slogans such as: “What the f*ck Chicago? Should’ve had power hours ago” and “South Side is where it’s at. We’ll f*ck you up with a baseball bat.” Power is finally restored and everyone celebrates at The Alibi, as Kev takes a minute to comment on how everyone came together and had a great day.

“We get exactly what we deserve.”

Fiona’s drinking has gotten worse and even Frank tries to intervene at this point, as he tries to tell Fiona that she is a bad drunk, but she doesn’t want to hear it. Later on, when everyone is celebrating at The Alibi, Fiona still can’t be happy and she takes it out on everyone there. V makes a strong decision by informing Fiona that she cannot stay with her and Fiona says she understands. Fiona ends up sleeping in her abandoned apartment building and wakes up, recovering from her drinking.

As Fiona walks down the stairs, she comes across an old copy of “Business Reviewer” magazine addressed to her and finally hits rock bottom, realizing that she no longer recognizes the girl who used to subscribe to that magazine. The girl who was so motivated and talented, but she is still in there somewhere, as we finally get a glimmer of hope. Fiona ends up joining Lip at a meeting at the end of the episode. They exchange glances, but don’t say anything, which is extremely powerful. It looks like our girl, Fiona, is finally going to get the help she needs. It’s about time.

Overall, this was one of the best episodes I have seen in a long time. There was as lot of fun throughout it, but my heart went out to Fiona. Emmy Rossum’s performance was so real and heartbreaking and I still don’t know how I will be able to deal with her exiting the show, but this episode truly touched me. Stay tuned!

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Ranking the top 5 moments from “The Walking Dead” season 9 episode 10: “I am Alpha”

Happy Monday TV fans! After watching AMC’s The Walking Dead season 9 episode 10, I realized that sometimes we desperately want to see the good in someone and ignore all the signs around us. Perhaps that person has the potential to be good, but sometimes other forces get in the way. And when that other force is your mother, you don’t really have a choice…or do you? Please note spoilers are ahead if you have not gotten a chance to watch yet. In last night’s episode, “Omega,” Henry continues to grow closer to Lydia, while Daryl keeps a watchful eye on them. Meanwhile, the new arrivals try to sneak out and find Luke and the Whisperers make their presence known. My top 5 moments from The Walking Dead season 9 episode 10 are:

“She’s a liar.”

During the episode, Tara and some of the newcomers come across horses that have been half skinned, which have caught the attention of a hungry walker horde. Tara and the others recognize that they had been with Luke and Alden, realizing that their friends have gone missing. Tara does not want to do anything rash that might get someone killed and suggests that they go back and plan what to do next, especially since they don’t know if they can trust Lydia. The leadership role is new for Tara, even though she has been there through it all, but I appreciate that she is honest and to the point. The newcomers decide to sneak out and try and find Luke, which is dangerous after dark. Tara later explains that she would have preferred that they had simply come to her, proving that she has the potential to become a true leader of the people, but is she ready to make the hard choices when they come up?

“Can you stay with me tonight?”

So, the creepy budding romance between Henry and Lydia continues in this episode. Henry believes that Lydia is a good person and it appears that Lydia may be warming up to him, although her idea of a romantic evening out includes eating dirt and worms. I mean, “hunger is a gift,” after all. Daryl has been listening in on the conversation, which upsets Henry. He feels used, but Daryl tries to make him understand that Lydia could be dangerous and that they need to find out as much Intel as they can. After contemplating taking a hammer to Henry on their journey outside the cell, Lydia freaks out when she hears a baby crying and has second thoughts, begging Henry to take her back to the cell. Henry seems really eager to connect, but I wonder what Carol will think when she finds out what is going on. Either way, my “dumb ass Henry” comments continued throughout this episode and I am not shipping these two whatsoever.

“You don’t know shit about me.”

Daryl recognizes the marks on Lydia’s arm and realizes that she has been abused, which is something that Daryl has dealt with in his own past. Lydia recognizes that Daryl doesn’t really belong either, but Daryl does not want to reveal anything about himself to her. Daryl insists that they are changing the world back, but does he truly believe that this is possible? Daryl has shown glimmers of belonging and he can be extremely loyal, but he also does well on his own, which may make him doubt himself. Has he really grown soft or is he prepared to do what is necessary to protect the people he cares about?

“I knew what she was…I knew what she did.”

During the episode, we get a glimpse into Lydia’s past, which starts out at Day 23. Lydia is around five years old and she has to deal with a lot of trauma growing up. Both Lydia’s mother and father begin showing signs of cabin fever, as they remain inside for days upon days. Lydia initially remembers her father being killed by a walker, but later reveals that it was her mother who killed him. Lydia’s mother starts off seeming strong, but she later shaves her head and reveals just how dangerous she could be, warning others to shut their mouths, explaining where the concept of “The Whisperers” comes from. Lydia tells Daryl and Henry that when someone is left behind, the group simply moves forward, but is any of it true? Can Lydia really be trusted at all here? While I sympathize with her traumatic past, that’s really all she knows and intimidation and fear can motivate someone to do almost anything.

“We only want one thing from you…my daughter.”

Overall, there was not too much action going on in this episode. However, the last few minutes were bone-chilling and had me on the edge of my seat. The Whisperers approach the gates and Lydia’s mother steps forward without her mask. She introduces herself as “Alpha” and tells them that they want her daughter back. In the preview for next week’s episode, Alpha eerily states, “wrong answer” when Daryl says that they aren’t going to give her back. What will the Whisperers do to get her back? Are our survivors prepared for a war? Where are Luke and Alden? I think we need Carol to return as soon as possible and it looks like we will see her next week, as I would personally love to see a face-off between Carol and Alpha. Stay tuned!

I hope you enjoyed the list and feel free to post your own theories and thoughts on The Walking Dead below in the comments section. Thanks so much for reading and happy viewing!

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Ranking the top 5 moments from “Shameless” season 9 episode 11: “The Hobo Games”

Happy Sunday TV fans! After watching Showtime’s Shameless season 9 episode 11, I realized that you may train and train for your moment in the spotlight, but you should never underestimate the power of social media. Please note spoilers are ahead if you have not gotten a chance to watch yet. In tonight’s episode, “The Hobo Games,” Frank makes it into the final round of competition to become the Hobo Loco Man, but Ingrid tries to make him choose between the game and her. Meanwhile, Fiona’s behavior does not improve, Carl gets promoted at work, and Debbie grows closer to Kelly. My top 5 moments from Shameless season 9 episode 11 are:

“I’m pregnant.”

In this episode, Tami keeps Lip at a distance and even blows him off when she is supposed to take him and Xan to their meeting. Lip finally tracks Tami down and she reveals that she is pregnant, which shocks Lip. Lip has a lot of things going on in his life right now, but he would absolutely be there to support Tami. But does she want his help? We’ll have to stay tuned to find out, but I’m really hoping that Tami doesn’t shut Lip out because these two are adorable together.

“Why is that my scrotum’s fault?”

An excellent question, Kev. V wants Kev to get a vasectomy, especially since their two children are threatening any other kids that live in their home. Kev is hesitant about this and even calls “bullshit on vasectomies,” but V means business. After hearing another patient screaming, Kev decides to pretend that he had the surgery and ends up spending the day “masturbating” and “learning the dance in Fortnite,” while high on his pain medication. V gets a call at work and finds out that Kev never had the surgery and she reminds him that he will be going back there to complete it. I guess it was worth a shot, Kev.

“Girl’s day!”

Debbie begins to grow closer to Kelly and explores her desires further. Carl is not pleased by this, as he is not looking to compete over his girlfriend with his sister. Debbie and Kelly have a fun water fight outside that Carl’s new co-workers are impressed by, but Carl reminds Debbie that Kelly is not a lesbian. Will she give up on her new crush? We’ll have to wait and see, but the “girl’s day” was a blast to watch for sure.

“I’m not quitting this!”

Frank and Mikey O. make it to the last round of the Hobo Loco Man competition and Frank is ready to win his $50,000 grand prize. After testing his blood alcohol content, he is told that his “blood is basically jet fuel,” but Frank has been training for this moment for quite some time. In the end, Frank is slightly distracted when Ingrid tries to get him to leave and Mikey O. and him both miss jumping on the train. Frank assumes that he will still get a prize, but we learn that the default winner is chosen by how many social media fans someone has and Gloria takes the top prize. I mean, she did end up going topless for her fans, which shows dedication and commitment. Ingrid also makes the decision to leave with Randy, so it looks like Frank is left with nothing. Sorry Frank, my money was on you!

“I want you out of this f*cking house.”

In the beginning of the episode, Fiona wakes up in a random hotel room and stoops to a new low, when she steals some Oxy to make a few extra bucks. We find out that Deb did pay her bail to get her out of jail, but Fiona still needs to pay her fair share. Later in the episode, Fiona is caught off guard during an unannounced home check to determine if Xan can stay there. Lip is upset and Fiona tries to track him down to make things right, but she ends up having a drink and talking about her problems with Lip’s sponsee, Jason. Fiona pours him a drink, which causes Jason to call up his dealer, ending his 100 days of being sober. Lip is beyond angry at Fiona. Fiona tries to explain that she didn’t know, but Lip tells her that she simply didn’t care to and that he wants her out of the house. Fiona is shocked and hurt by Lip’s words, but will it be enough to help her get back on track? There are only three episodes left this season and I am still wondering how Fiona will leave the show. I’m really hoping that Jimmy comes back to take her away and help her, so that we get a happy ending, similar to Ian being reunited with Mickey, but there are endless possibilities. Stay tuned!

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Ranking the top 5 moments from “The Walking Dead” season 9 episode 9: “Home, Sweet Home”

Happy Monday TV fans! After watching AMC’s The Walking Dead season 9 episode 9 Mid-Season Premiere, I realized that sometimes being a good judge of character is not as easy as one might suspect. Do you go with your gut or do you believe that there is still goodness within others, even though you have been burned before? Please note spoilers are ahead if you have not gotten a chance to watch yet. In last night’s episode, “Adaptation,” Negan finally gets some well deserved screen time and leaves Alexandria, but starts to have second thoughts about where he truly belongs. Meanwhile, Michonne and Daryl capture a Whisperer, Luke tries to keep things light, and Rosita reveals a secret. My top 5 moments from The Walking Dead season 9 episode 9 are:

“I’m pregnant.”

During the episode, Rosita gets sick after Eugene returns and reveals that she is pregnant. I guess congratulations are in order, only we find out that Dr. Siddiq is the potential father since apparently Rosita was “having fun” with him before she started seeing Gabriel. I honestly can’t keep track of all of these romances, but it’s interesting that another pregnancy has now been revealed on the show. But what does that mean for Eugene? I’ve been secretly shipping Rosita and Eugene for a while, but I’m not sure if that is in the cards now.

“Two man band.”

Luke, played by Dan Fogler, is still bringing us some laughs, which is important on a show like TWD, which can be very heavy and draining sometimes. Luke offers to help out and goes on a sweep with Alden. He talks about forming a two man band and says it can be a “symphony of awesome.” While I love these two bonding right now, it doesn’t look too good for them when they end up surrounded by the Whisperers at the end of the episode.

“You try anything, you won’t have to pretend.”

During the episode, Michonne and Daryl capture a Whisperer. Michonne reminds us that she is a bad-ass and threatens the Whisperer. We know that Michonne will be leaving the series during season 10, but it looks like she is going to continue to stay guarded in the meantime. After all, we still don’t know the back story of these “X” marks, but Michonne is not taking any chances with this Whisperer chick. I can’t say that I really blame her, however.

“These people need you.”

During the episode, Michonne reminds Daryl that everyone needs him and that he is the “best judge of character” she knows. While you may not think this skill is worth mentioning, it absolutely is, as so many of the characters on the show fail to see what is right in front of them. Daryl has the ability to see who someone truly is, but he has been on his own for quite some time now. Daryl confronts the Whisperer chick and screams, “don’t like to me,” proving that he means business, but Henry intervenes when Daryl decides to do what is necessary. Henry is naive and almost pointless here, except that the Whisperer chick takes advantage and tells him that her name is Lydia and thanks him. I literally said, “dumb ass Henry,” to my television during this scene, but I guess we have to have someone to yell at.

“Home, sweet home.”

Negan finally gets the quality screen time he deserves in this episode and I have to say that it’s about time! Negan tries to escape Alexandria, but Judith catches him. Judith is not about to let Negan go, but he reasons with her. Negan and Judith have formed a strong bond and Judith makes a real decision for herself by letting him go. Negan has quite the adventure, as he ends up returning to his old “home” and tries to embrace a form of nostalgia. However, Negan comes to the realization that his former home is pretty much gone and there is nothing left there for him. Negan comes back and Judith shoots at him like she promised, but Negan thoughtfully returns her compass and decides to stay in Alexandria after all. What’s next for Negan? I’m not sure, but it looks like his character will be developing further, which is something that I am looking forward to. Stay tuned!

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Ranking the top 5 moments from “Shameless” season 9 episode 10: “Welcome to the South Side, Bitch!”

Happy Sunday TV fans! After watching Showtime’s Shameless season 9 episode 10, I realized that merely saying you are “turning a corner” does not always mean that you will. You may be off to a good start, but it doesn’t take much to set you off on the wrong path again. Please note spoilers are ahead if you have not gotten a chance to watch yet. In tonight’s episode, “Los Diablos!” Debbie continues to panic about running the Gallagher household and Liam tries his best to pay his fair share. Meanwhile, Fiona winds up in a dangerous situation, an old friend of Lip’s returns, and Frank realizes that he has some steep competition in the search for the next Hobo Loco Man. My top 5 moments from Shameless season 9 episode 10 are:

“So should we like hold hands or something?”

In this episode, Lip and Tami continue to grow closer, as they decide to take their relationship to the next level and actually hang out. Lip tags along while Tami volunteers at a senior center and gets more than he bargained for when one of the old ladies gets a little “handsy” with him. As Lip said, “no means no!” Later on, Lip is in for a huge surprise when Xan shows up on his doorstep. Xan’s mother has abandoned her again and Xan is clearly traumatized. Tami actually handles this situation very well and is there for both Lip and Xan, proving that perhaps she is the one for Lip after all. After watching the preview for the next episode, it looks like Lip is going to try and apply to foster Xan again, but I’m not sure if this will work out for them just yet. Either way, I was happy to see the growth of the relationship between Lip and Tami.

“You know you really can’t put drug dealer or gun runner on your West Point app.”

Great point, Carl! Carl is excited to get a new job opportunity, but it involves him being a sign spinner for popcorn shrimp while wearing a very festive pirate costume. Carl is not thrilled about the job opportunity, especially when he gets jumped on the corner, but he is trying to stick it out as much as he can. It looks like Carl’s new boss is a little “handsy” herself, so he may wind up in some trouble here, but we’ll have to wait and see how this pans out since it’s all hands on deck at the Gallagher home. Savvy?

“Bad people wanted to turn them into sex slaves and gang members.”

“Kev, please stop talking!” I agree, V, as Kev puts forth a valiant effort to teach his daughters a valuable lesson, but I’m not sure that they are ready to fully comprehend this subject matter. During the episode, Santiago’s sister arrives and they explain that they will be returning back to Guatemala. Kev is slightly disappointed, as he tried to bond with Santiago and even dressed him like him. Kev and V’s daughters seem more than excited; however, as they drew some interesting pictures depicting Santiago’s violent death, which Kev and V might want to be slightly concerned about.

“They’re looking for someone with no purpose in life.”

I mean, if this is a calling for anyone, it’s for our guy, Frank Gallagher. Debbie even hilariously points out that if it involves alcohol, they should just give the prize to Frank. Frank is beyond excited to participate in the competition to become the next Hobo Loco Man, but he quickly realizes that he is not the only one with some pretty impressive skills in the group. I’m not really sure that we can classify this as healthy competition, as some of the activities involve eating food out of a dumpster and chugging endless amounts of Hobo Loco and alcohol. The Hobo Loco man is trending everywhere, but my money is still on Frank winning it all. Place your bets now!

“Welcome to the South Side, Bitch!”

In the beginning of the episode, Fiona winds up in a dangerous situation when three men show up late at night at Patsy’s Pies. Fiona is unsure if they want to rob her or hurt her, but ends up closing early and calling the police. While Fiona had a right to be scared in this situation, her drinking problem has become quite routine and others are taking notice as well. Fiona is ready to “turn a corner,” but is fired for her behavior, which only drives her right back to the alcohol. Fiona has no job, but she tries to stay positive. While Fiona may be out of control, at least she is not “having a tea party with stuffed animals,” like Ingrid. Seriously, that comment had me laughing hysterically. Later on, Fiona is beyond upset when she finds out that her new neighbor called the cops on Liam when he was trying to sell lemonade. Fiona rounds up the troops and they throw an intrusive block party to officially welcome their new neighbor to the South Side. Only Fiona takes it a little bit too far when she jumps the woman’s fence and punches her straight in the face. While the woman may have deserved it, Fiona winds up getting arrested, so things are only going to get crazier for the Gallaghers. Stay tuned and congrats to Shameless for being renewed for season 10!

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