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October 12, 2006: What I Am
The very best episodes of Grey's Anatomy make you laugh and cry all at once, and this was one of those. Seconds after I was crying while watching Izzie listen to Denny's phone message to his parents, I laughed out loud at Callie propositioning McSteamy. All together now: Shut up! Mark Sloan aka McSteamy to Callie: "Can I buy you a drink?" Callie: "Only if you have it delivered to my hotel room," as she walks out of the bar, then turns around all sexy: "You comin'?" You go, girl! She breaks it off with George and then seduces... McSteamy. Can we say "upgrade" much? Only on television, but I'll allow it.
Nice way to have McSteamy enter the hospital — having everyone gaze over and give off all sorts of different vibes ranging from shock to anger to excitement. Oh yes — be sure to pick up the latest copy of TV Guide magazine since new series regular Eric Dane is gracing the cover. Fall TV Hot List issue, people — run, don't walk! Speaking of hot, can we talk about the perfect pairing of doctor and intern: Sloan and Karev? Alex finally escaped the tough-as-nails Addison and got transferred to... someone even tougher. How about Alex's face when McSteamy asked him to fetch him a cappuccino? I loved that Addison's parting statement to Alex was "You'll miss me." I think he will. And let's see how long Addison remains "just coworkers" with McSteamy.
My favorite parts of tonight's episode? Watching the not-pregnant pre-appendectomy morphine-induced Meredith turn into Corky from Life Goes On. Yes, I said it. I kept waiting for her to sing "Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da." Who knew that pain medication would act as a truth serum? Meredith got to get just about everything off her chest to just about everyone. Funniest Meredith-on-drugs moment was when she said to Bailey: "You're pretty." No — I take that back. Even better was when she said to McSteamy (after he asked her "How's my favorite dirty mistress?"): "Haven't you heard? Now I'm an adulterous whore." Didn't think I'd ever hear Meredith call George an excellent kisser in mixed company (but she should've stopped there, thank you). The Meredith/Addison conversation was the highlight since you know it never could've happened without the drugs. Although a bit hard to believe, it was a touching moment for Addison to say: "I don't hate you" to Meredith. But since Addison wasn’t on morphine like Meredith was, I was surprised Addison said: "Don't hurt her again" to Derek. Then I remembered that Bailey told Addison: "No man defines who you are." That whole Bailey/Addison scene was great, especially when Bailey referred to Addison as "the woman who gets the hots for man candy and cheats on her husband." Addison: "That is rude and unkind and completely true. Oh my God, what am I gonna do?"
While we’re on the subject of doctors influencing other doctors, I loved when Derek asked Dr. Webber: "Why did you leave Meredith's mother?" Webber (after mentioning there was too much baggage and guilt): "I was a better man to walk away." That, of course, led to Derek using the "I'm walking away" line on Meredith later. As for that scene, I've said it before and I'll say it again: The best test of an actor's ability is how well he reacts. Ellen Pompeo was phenomenal when Derek told Meredith that Finn was a "better guy" and that she deserves "to be with somebody who won't hurt you. I'm walking away." Her face said it all. Patrick Dempsey also reacted quite effectively in the scene when Finn convincingly shared why he was the one Meredith should choose over Derek. And Katherine Heigl was at her reacting best in her conversations with Denny's father and while listening to Denny's message. Hello — Izzie is a multimillionaire! How shocking for Mr. Duquette, played by the awesome Fred Ward, to present Izzie a check for $8,700,000! I did not see that coming, especially after Denny, Sr. accused Izzie of basically pulling an Anna Nicole and marrying Denny only because he was on his deathbed. Luckily, she told him she was debt free and wasn't after anyone's money.
Sandra Oh had me laughing throughout the hour. Some Cristina zingers included:
- To Burke: "I am not dating a chicken surgeon."
- Asking Meredith if she was pregnant "with McBaby." (It was kind of surprising Meredith never had sex with McVet.)
- To Meredith while she was heavily medicated: "This is why I hate being around stoned people."
But I also enjoyed seeing Cristina so supportive and encouraging of Burke — she just wouldn't let him give up. Burke: "My hands are who I am." Cristina: "What if I hold the vessel? Nobody has to know."
I was sure glad the pregnant woman (Tina Holmes from Six Feet Under) survived after she gave birth to her baby via C-section against her will. And it was good that Bailey stepped in and made it easier for the burn victim (Alan Blumenfeld) and his wife (the wonderful Stephanie Faracy) to deal with the fact that he wasn't going to get his former face back. Plastic surgeon McSteamy has to work on his postsurgery counseling skills. Perhaps he needs help from McNamara/Troy?
So two relationships ended tonight: Callie and George (didn't think that would happen so soon), and Meredith and Finn (that one didn't take a rocket scientist — you knew she'd realize Derek was "the one" even though she wishes he wasn't). Chris O’Donnell was totally wearing a wig, by the way (he shaved his head for a film role). I briefly thought my favorite actor on the show, T.R. Knight, was wigged out as well, but as my roommate pointed out, he just has an unfortunate haircut. Derek might say a third relationship ended but not according to Meredith. That girl is determined.
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Oct 13, 2006 8:11 AM
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I loved this show. The first 5 minutes were awesome!
I'm glad they didn't drag out the three-way relationship between Grey, McDreamy and McVet. Even though Derek will probably hurt Meredith again, she went with her heart. If she had chosen McVet because he was the nicer guy, she would have been bored and unfulfilled.
I don't like the fact that people, especially in the medical profession, bedhop so much. It seems like sex is the answer for any problems that you are dealing with/going through. We've already seen STD's, unplanned pregnancies and people hurt because they were cheated on.
I wonder if Callie will really sleep with McSteamy, or if it doesn't happen, because she loves George too much.
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Oct 13, 2006 8:23 AM
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I'm so glad to have confirmation that McVet was wearing a wig. The minute I saw him I told my husband that it was a wig and he didn't believe me. Hah!
All in all, this week's episode was MUCH better than last week. I was concerned but my faith is now restored.
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Oct 13, 2006 8:28 AM
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Of course Callie will sleep with McSteemy! How else is she gonna rub it in George's face? And Izzie with money! Wonder what she's gonna do with it?
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Oct 13, 2006 8:35 AM
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Sigh. I heart this show. I really, really do. It has everything you'd ever want in a tv show. Drama, comedy, romance, heartache. Plus it has THE best eye candy EVER!! I don't blame Callie one little bit for wanting to jump McSteamy. (Ladies, the line starts here). He is yummy. How they make this show so fresh episode after episode is beyond me. I think Ms. Shonda must be a genius!!
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Oct 13, 2006 8:47 AM
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I guess maybe it's just me but I felt a little beaten over the head by the obvious theme this week -- could the burn guy's wife say that his face was his identity one more time?? I liked the episode and even loved some of it but in past episodes the theme has always been more subtle than that.
I'm just saying it wasn't one of my favourites.
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Oct 13, 2006 8:55 AM
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First of all, I just want to say that I love Grey's Anatomy. However, I was really disappointed with Callie at the end when she decided to get revenge against George by sleeping with Mark Sloane (although I agree, too, that it's quite a step up). I agree with the earlier poster that there's too much bedhopping. I am far from a prude, but enough is enough! I'd much rather they each stick with a relationship and bring on the drama that way than creating all this extra drama with all the sleeping around.
A friend of mine was convinced that Meredith was going to be pregnant with George's baby, so I am VERY glad she had an appendectomy instead. I like George, but I am tired of all the obstacles they keep throwing up between Mer & Der.
I think Izzy will give the money away to prove that she wasn't after Denny's money. I can't wait to see next week's episode to find out.
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Oct 13, 2006 8:58 AM
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Sigh. I heart this show. I really, really do. It has everything you'd ever want in a tv show. Drama, comedy, romance, heartache. Plus it has THE best eye candy EVER!!
littlecc, you said it perfectly.
So - who else thinks Baily isn't done with McSteamy, yet?
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Oct 13, 2006 9:01 AM
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Just when I was trying to move on from Denny, we hear his voice and it breaks my heart all over again. I was pretty sure that from last week's preview Denny's Dad was handing Izzie something from his will. I kept waiting for that moment after she saw him at the bar. I'm curious as to what she'll do with the money.
Thanks for the update on McVet's wig. I couldn't figure out why he wasn't as attractive as usual, unless I didn't want him to be, so Meredith would pick McDreamy.
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Oct 13, 2006 9:09 AM
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I've been waiting 3 hours for this commentary. It's so good to get the recap and reminders of what I've forgotten or missed during the show. I cried and cried toward the end and the tears were still going into ER.
Thanks everyone!
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Oct 13, 2006 9:13 AM
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double post
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Oct 13, 2006 9:14 AM
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I'm wondering if I'm the only one who is over the Meredith/Derek push-pull. Meredith's interaction with any other character is colorful and great, but she seems to be Johnny One Note with McDreamy. And speaking of, am I the only one who doesn't think he is all that?
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Oct 13, 2006 9:25 AM
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George as the father of the baby?Merideth did not have (ummm how can I say this delicatly) that kind of "sex" with George(to get pregnant). George performed.... well maybe you get the idea. Sandra Oh says the funniest quips on that show. Shondra can you tone down the "Mc" lines just by one or two per episode. I just love this show!
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Oct 13, 2006 9:32 AM
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Loved the ep, as usual, and the recap, with one exception. The "Corky from Life Goes On" was totally inappropriate. My stepson has Down Syndrome and doesn't sound or act like someone hopped up on morphine. Meredith sounded like someone hopped up on morphine, period. The resulting conversations were funny and poignant. Stop trying to be clever, Dave, and just tell it like it is. No need to offend people with disabilities. And no, it's not about political correctness. I'm just an annoyed mom. Thanks.
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Oct 13, 2006 9:35 AM
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i loved the episode. 2 things I wish would be over: 1. Izzy and the sweater. 2.Bailey taking sh*t from Sloane. He will RUE the day
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Oct 13, 2006 9:38 AM
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