Rufus and Lily have met up, and Rufus is all pissed and demanding Lily let him see Jenny. She refuses, suggesting that she speak to Jenny first so they know what they're dealing with. I agree. Rufus, you suck at parenting and when Lily VDW-Bass-Whomever she's married to this week upstages you in that department, it's time to think about strangling yourself with a guitar string.
Eric arrives home and runs into Bart, then frantically texts Jenny not to come upstairs. Making casual conversation, Bart learns that Eric and his boyfriend Jonathan aren't working out (boooo!) and then cryptically suggests Eric find out what Jonathan was up to on Monday night. Running upstairs, Eric finds Chuck, who explains his plans for the evening got held up at customs. Haha, gross. Eric mentions Bart's suggestion, and Chuck calmly explains that Bart has a PI and has files on everyone. Looks like this duo's going to do a little snooping.
Serena's over at Aaron's for a home-cooked, romantic dinner when he makes a big announcement -- as of right now, he's dating her exclusively. Serena's thrilled, but her happiness is dampened a bit when Aaron also reveals that he's sober. It's unclear if he's in AA or not, but regardless, he doesn't drink. And another strike for Aaron in my book. I could never date someone who doesn't drink. I love to drink, and while it sometimes gets out of control (hello new year's resolution -- stop being a sloppy drunk), I couldn't handle someone who doesn't want to have wine with dinner or a few drinks at a celebration. I've hung out with AA people before in drinking situations, and it's not that they're judgmental or pouty, but the only reason I can look my friends in the eyes the next day is because I know they were as retarded as I was the night before. Those AA people see and remember everything. Shiver. No thank you, Mr. Clearheaded. Anyway, Serena declares it's not a problem at all, but you can see her practically drooling over the thought of a shot of Patron as she says it.
"OH! Mouthwash has alcohol in it, doesn't it? So that explains why your breath is so bad!"
Back at the VDW-Bass household, Lily and Bart are arguing over what to do with the Jenny situation when Eric tries to run by without notice. Unfortunately for him, Lily catches him and orders him to bring Jenny back for a firm talking to. That is arranged shortly thereafter, but when Lily offers to mediate, Jenny refuses and basically blows Lily off. Jenny leaves her bag behind when she ditches Lils, with the emancipation papers conveniently sticking out. Every time I think Jenny can't get any dumber, she surprises me. Lily picks up her bag and spying the papers, pulls them out and reads them. Ruh roh.
At Blair's, Blair is pissed to see Cyrus eating her pie and infuriated when he lightly criticizes her recipe. Life's tough, Blair-Bear. After being scolded by Eleanor to suck it up and stop overreacting, she runs into Dorota, who reveals a big secret -- Cyrus has proposed to Eleanor, and they'll be announcing the engagement at Thanksgiving dinner. Nothing says family holiday like emotional trauma.
Rufus and Dan are shopping for their Thanksgiving dinner when they run into Aaron, who admits he's going to Thanksgiving at Serena's as soon as he rolls around in dirt and greases up his hair some more. The guys get to talking, and Aaron mentions that Serena doesn't drink. Surprised, Dan brings up the Georgina scandal from last season. which is obviously news to Aaron. Aaron looks a little pissed to hear that Serena used to be a big partier, which he has no business doing but he sucks so I'm not surprised.
"So, Aaron, which one of us do you think is a bigger douche? I think I have the lead since I've been around for a lot longer, but your scarf collection is really keeping you in the running."
Returning to Blair's, she corners Eleanor and demands that Eleanor tell her the big news before the general announcement at dinner. Playing stupid, Eleanor insists she doesn't know what Blair is referring to and walks away. Okay, if Eleanor really is engaged I side with Blair on this one. You should definitely tell your children privately about your engagement. Pissed, Blair tells Dorota that she's skipping dinner, and to hell with Thanksgiving. Ah, and now it truly does feel like a family holiday.
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Comments (9)
I think this is the lamest episode ever for this season! I agree, Blair/Leighton's skills were wasted on this one. I hope there will be more Blair-Dorota scenes 'cause they're fun to watch.
I noticed though that the actress playing CrazyEyes looked pregnant or maybe it was just the dress, ho-hum.
I know what Bart did was bad but in my opinion, Lily's even worse. How heartless to leave your spouse just like that in the middle of a celebration because you were pissed with his snooping.
And yeah, as much as I hate both Jenny and Vanessa, I hope Little J will kick V's ass in the future episodes.
1 of 9 | Posted by xybil | Posted on November 24, 2008 10:12 PM
I agree with you, xybil. This episode was pretty lame. I've seen it twice and I still don't remember what happened...LoLo, you did your best with weak material this week.
I'm with Lily on the spying issue. If Bart doesn't feel he can find out about Lily's past by just..you know..ASKING, then what the hell kinda marriage do they have?
I think I've figured out why Serena dresses so slutty lately. The wardrobe dept. must not be getting new sizes for Blake Lively even though she seems to be growing an inch every week (is she the tallest cast member, yet?). Or maybe she's switching outfits with the chick who plays Jenny???
I love Blair, but I'm tired of her being jealous of everyone. Can we see another emotion from Blair please?
I've been trying to give V the benefit of the doubt all of these weeks because she's so hated...but count me in as the newest member of the I Hate Vanessa club. WTF is up with her snatching Jenny's letter? Jenny should so report her ass to the FBI. That's a felony.
Rufus needs to kill himself.
Lastly, LoLo, what does it matter if your Clearheaded Friends remember the details if you don't? Most Sober Friends understand that what happens the night before stays there.
2 of 9 | Posted by blahblah | Posted on November 25, 2008 2:14 AM
*correction*
Most GOOD Sober Friends understand what happens the night before stays there...
3 of 9 | Posted by blahblah | Posted on November 25, 2008 2:29 AM
Hi!
Love your recaps but they take forever to be posted!
I think Vanessa is pretty and stylish, but getting annoyed of her especially stealing Jenny's letter.
Hate Jenny's blonde crazy look.
Serena needs to find a new manly man, this photographer guy is so UGLY.
Nate needs to be happy again, he is starting to seem looserish.
Luv blair and chuck.
4 of 9 | Posted by nyonma | Posted on November 25, 2008 8:47 AM
Lolo--I don't think Chace is so bad! Next time he's on the screen watch his face and his delivery, and then compare that to the actual words coming out of his mouth. Like in his first scene this week, the weird interaction with Chuck is confusing, but I think due to the GODAWFUL writing that has plagued this show, rather than his acting.
As long as we're talking about bad actors--
WHO ELSE HATES AARON AS MUCH AS I DO?!?!? I've never seen a worse actor in my life!!! I cringe every time that person opens his mouth!
It drives me NUTS that I have friends who are very competent actors--much better than a hack like him--yet he gets chosen to be on a megahit TV show because he has "the look"!! (Which he doesn't even really have, the producers just think he has a Johnny Depp quality because of his hair).
5 of 9 | Posted by skippymippydoo | Posted on November 25, 2008 12:26 PM
I figured it out. Jenny's new look = Ashlee Simpson circa 2003...no wonder it annoys me so much!
Seems like Serena has snagged yet another guy that suppresses her inner drunken slut. How does she attract all these tools?
There's a south park that makes fun of AA that I think you might enjoy :-)
6 of 9 | Posted by kellyhp12 | Posted on November 25, 2008 4:40 PM
aaron is SO annoying. he is just as self righteous as Dan is. Wouldnt you think Serena would learn? Shes an idiot....I dont really mind Jenny THAT much. But i freaking HATE Vanessa. I would be SO happy if they got in a physical fight. That would be an amazing episode. Now that Eric and his lame indie boyfriend broke up I hope he gets a much hotter boyfriend
7 of 9 | Posted by preppyboy | Posted on November 25, 2008 6:23 PM
The casting person for this show needs glasses - the guys aren't hot at all. WTF is Serena thinking? At least Dan washes his hair (in self-righteous shampoo but it works).
Skippy, I hate Aaron, too. I guess the writers are trying to tell us the only thing interesting about Serena is the alter egos she trots out whenever she gets a new bf.
8 of 9 | Posted by blahblah | Posted on November 25, 2008 8:54 PM
Agreed with the recap, and all of your comments. And I'd like to add: Blake Lively looks 25. I have never bought her as a highschooler for a second. Dan does look more immature, Leighton has the innocence look... but Ed looks too old, too. Anyway, you'd think they'd at least TRY not to dress Blake so old.
9 of 9 | Posted by Memememe | Posted on December 1, 2008 9:59 AM