tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2167015610970367792.post1056894827210377874..comments2024-03-28T03:02:26.081-04:00Comments on Tea With Friends: Let's discuss "Downton Abbey"Angela McRaehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10928913868086900802noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2167015610970367792.post-24865049156760102882016-01-05T02:25:22.581-05:002016-01-05T02:25:22.581-05:00I really enjoyed this season's premiere: so we...I really enjoyed this season's premiere: so well written, the lavish sets, the Grand lifestyle, everything 'seemed' business as usual, or was it?<br /><br />I detected more 'mystery and hints of what's-to-come...' I like the points you brought up, Angela, thoroughly agree - Mary's scene with her dad (Father) was so good, I 'felt' her nervous energy when Carson met her in the driveway, telling Mary that a 'most odious (?) woman had come a-calling...'<br /><br />Mary asks: 'What did she seem to want? Where is she now?'<br /><br />When Carson says: 'She never left, she's still inside, she's with your Father...' uh-oh! Mary races inside - I felt my heart racing, too!<br /><br />The auction seemed to set the stage: Times are changing, Life as they know it is changing and through each person's interpretation, we get a glimpse of what's changing (I felt like I was 'eavesdropping,' at the auction!)<br /><br />Did you happen to see the PBS programs on 'British manners,' and 'the History of Highclere Castle (1300-year-old castle)?<br /><br />How can I leave out the Magnificent Dowager? (have I got her title right?) Wonderful scenes!<br /><br />One quick note: we love The Rose Bowl Parade, we recorded it - they had a Downton float, cast members on-board, replica of a 'period' automobile and a replica of the castle: it was gorgeous!<br /><br />Well, Angela - I love this show and I will miss it! I love your blog. too and I appreciate all your creative posts, beautiful photos and all your dedication and research, a very happy new year to you, 'Lady Angela!' JoanieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2167015610970367792.post-32827717692429129672016-01-04T19:50:59.708-05:002016-01-04T19:50:59.708-05:00I'm watching tonight (and I like to know what ...I'm watching tonight (and I like to know what happens first)! Yay!Steph Whttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13088972328200487320noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2167015610970367792.post-37313232273402022912016-01-04T19:26:35.108-05:002016-01-04T19:26:35.108-05:00I think you're correct. I expect to see more ...I think you're correct. I expect to see more of Miss Bevan. Perhaps she'll pay a visit at the other end - Lord Grantham, wasn't it? Can't remember names.<br /><br />Patsy in Nixa, MissouriAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2167015610970367792.post-89690930234542167372016-01-04T17:18:09.002-05:002016-01-04T17:18:09.002-05:00Oh, it was bliss being back at DA! The worry of Mr...Oh, it was bliss being back at DA! The worry of Mrs. Hugh's about the marital expectations was heart warming, my favourite part. Don't know if I can rethink Thomas, he's done too many things in the past.<br />Now I can't wait for next week's episode!Judith @ Lavender Cottagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16361061491506137380noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2167015610970367792.post-8302940081313560992016-01-04T17:03:23.147-05:002016-01-04T17:03:23.147-05:00I may watch the whole thing on Netflix one day, bu...I may watch the whole thing on Netflix one day, but so far, I have not watched it. I know many people who really enjoy it, and I'm glad you do, too.Joyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14183723445145517680noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2167015610970367792.post-37513187941742626772016-01-04T13:36:03.408-05:002016-01-04T13:36:03.408-05:00I loved this episode but I didn't have any tea...I loved this episode but I didn't have any tea while watching. A big loss for me! I love this show. Sorry it's the last season. I'm glad I didn't miss it. For some reason it happened without as much fanfare as usual, or did I just miss it? Glad it's back. Can't wait till next week.Deberahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14004898544726857950noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2167015610970367792.post-16487221220737416042016-01-04T13:18:00.854-05:002016-01-04T13:18:00.854-05:00Well recapped...I had a cup of the Downton Christm...Well recapped...I had a cup of the Downton Christmas Joy tea while watching. It's nice to have it back. I know a few things about the season from British relatives, but....not sayin'!<br />RuthAntiques And Teacupshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00353180034537009493noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2167015610970367792.post-79649080558312697322016-01-04T11:19:07.454-05:002016-01-04T11:19:07.454-05:00Loved episode one as well! Republic of tea was so...Loved episode one as well! Republic of tea was so smart to capitalize on Downton! I have to sip their teas during the show as well. Thomas and the children, was a relief from his usual evilness. The discussions about marriage and intimacy were handled so well. How other programs could learn from this! Teresahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10574254542463508120noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2167015610970367792.post-42419633066864088732016-01-04T10:32:03.194-05:002016-01-04T10:32:03.194-05:00I can only post a comment on your blog via my iPho...I can only post a comment on your blog via my iPhone. Don't understand why that is the case. Austin posted a photo of Mrs. Patmore and Mr. Carson's "discussion" on his Instagram with the caption "I've never been shushed by my mom so much in my life." Linda Jenningshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00077587697557992493noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2167015610970367792.post-91786845570607047032016-01-04T10:21:13.511-05:002016-01-04T10:21:13.511-05:00Oh, yes! I was definitely watching! The entire e...Oh, yes! I was definitely watching! The entire episode was wonderful, but I loved the tender ending with Mr. Carson and Mrs. Hughes. Can't wait for next Sunday night [not that I'm trying to wish my week away].relevanttealeafhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07147226538911605568noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2167015610970367792.post-3036141877154214672016-01-04T10:20:00.066-05:002016-01-04T10:20:00.066-05:00My favorite was the Mrs. Hughes/Mr. Carson scene. ...My favorite was the Mrs. Hughes/Mr. Carson scene. So precious. And I had my tea, too. Delicious night. Donna J. Shepherdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16101584349756490950noreply@blogger.com