This week I’m quite happy to eat my words from last week’s review–this episode was incredible. Usually I write my reviews by plot, but for the second time, due to the intensity of the episode, I’m going to write this review by character. Joan and Lawrence–Not a fan of their romance due to the speed at which it’s moving and
Read moreThe reason why my review is a little late is because I found it difficult to decide how I felt about the episode. Rather than evenly splitting the A and B stories, this episode was really 95 percent A story and 5 percent B story. Unfortunately this week, I didn’t enjoy the A story for two reasons–the story itself was
Read moreThis is the first episode in quite some time to peel back another layer of the metaphorical onion that I’ve written about in my previous reviews. This is the first episode to explore how the DiMeos interact with other special needs families and as a viewer, we are given a glimpse into the lives of special needs families and their
Read moreDescribe an interruption that put spice into your life** A few weeks ago I was taking my usual train home from work. Being peak hour it was overcrowded and I had to stand, however out of the blue a tradie pointed out an empty seat for me to sit on. I thanked him and pointed out it was very chivalrous
Read moreDescribe the most dangerous thing you’ve ever done** I don’t regard myself as an adrenaline junkie or adventure seeker, so this topic was hard to respond to, but one recent example came to mind. The most dangerous thing I’ve ever done is travel solo to another state. Last month I travelled to Brisbane for a weekend away. While most people
Read moreWrite the chapter headings for your autobiography, make them stylish and intriguing** My Autobiography Chapter 1…Starting life from the emergency exit Chapter 2…The terrible twos extended Chapter 3…The not-so life changing diagnosis Chapter 4…Little Rachel goes to school Chapter 5…Years by the Lake Chapter 6…Starting at the bottom of the pyramid Chapter 7…Rachel meet Grief Chapter 8…Parental cracks Chapter 9…Climbing
Read moreWrite your memories of the birth of one of your siblings** As I’m the youngest of two, I don’t have any memories of the birth of my older brother, Nath. So I will respond to this writing topic on my memories of my parents recounting Nath’s birth. My memories of their recount are a little fuzzy, however I remember them
Read moreI’ve said in my reviews throughout the season, in particular the first three episodes, that the writing has been off kilter, and it was in this episode however in a different way. Rather than the writing of the plots being off kilter, in this episode it was the writing of the characters. Almost every character strayed from their true selves
Read moreI think this episode was one of the series’ strongest. I believe this due to the simple but strong writing–there are clear A and B stories, solid interactions between the main characters, and a minor mystery. The A story of Fou Fou and Olivia joining forces to get Joey Chau out of their homes was well done. Despite their differences,
Read moreWho’s the biggest friend you ever had?** I wouldn’t say that there is one person who is the biggest friend I’ve ever had, lots of people make that list. Throughout my life, I’ve had many great and close friends, the ones who stand out are: Sarah Zadow–my best friend all through primary school. Gabriella Kompos Trumble–one of my closest friends
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