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January 11, 2007: A Season for Peaches
Should we start with the peaches or the prostitution? Let’s begin with the erotic novel: A Season for Peaches sounds like it might be a really good read (“The Bridges of Madison County meets The Notebook meets porn”). Aren’t you dying to know what was on page 47? I can’t blame Ryan for going back on his promise and reading the book — how could he not? Especially after meeting Henri-Michel? Initially, I couldn’t see what in the world Taylor saw in this pretentious non-bather, but then the more he and Taylor talked, I saw how much they really clicked, chatting passionately about art, poetry and philosophy. And for the first time I realized how little Taylor and Ryan have in common. I’ve always been distracted by how cute they are together, but now that I think about it, what do they talk about? It’s not like Ryan’s the “corn-fed farm boy” Henri described him as, and he’s just not into many of the same things Taylor is. (Though how sweet was it that he was making an effort, reading French philosophy?) And while Taylor’s usually charmingly nervous, it was great seeing her so at ease and totally in her element, gabbing on a French talk show. Sure, they’ve got the opposites-attract thing going for them, but the fact that Taylor did lie to Henri about Ryan writing philosophical essays was a bit troubling. Ryan wasn’t wrong to point out to her that she’s not fully accepting him for who he is. I’m glad the cheesy slow-motion scene near the end was just a dream. I’m not saying that I want to see Ryan and Taylor break up, but a few stumbling blocks will make their relationship more interesting.
Relationship trouble seemed to be a theme of the night, underscored by Seth and Summer finally ending their sham of an engagement. Hats off to Seth for executing his plan of acting like a 16-year-old so well, telling Dr. Roberts that Summer was “cool” and “pretty easy on the eyes.” It was good seeing Dr. Roberts again, and I liked that the show is following through with its winks to Grey’s Anatomy (“seriously”), although as I laughed at hearing about his patient impaled by a unicorn, part of me cried inside thinking about how Seattle Grace is partly responsible for The O.C.’s cancellation. But then I immediately went back to laughing at Summer and her new gal pals the “Newpsieweds” — they were one scary bunch of self-proclaimed ho's, willing to sacrifice endangered owls for a hot tub! Summer was actually starting to resemble the daffy alternate-universe Summer of the Chrismukkah episode. And just like in the holiday episode, there was Che again — why? That character feels like he’s overstayed his welcome by now. I hope they’re not trying to say that Summer still has feelings for the rat who turned on her and got her kicked out of school. And while it’s good seeing that Summer wants to work more on finding herself, it’s hard seeing Seth finally realize what he wants (Summer), and watching it slip away.
But of all the relationships on the rocks last night, the one that seemed to suffer the most damage was Julie and Kirsten’s friendship. And all because Julie let a little thing like prostitution get in the way. I liked Kirsten’s detective-like way of uncovering the truth — it reminded me of something Sandy would do. (I wonder how long that guy waited for her to come back with her toys.) How long did Madame Julie really expect to keep this illegal side business going? Now she not only lost her job but her best friend Kiki as well. This time, Julie may have damaged things beyond repair.
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Jan 11, 2007 11:52 PM
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Another good episode. I didn't like the Taylor stuff so much. I liked the Julie/Kirsten story and I've started liking the Kaitlin Cooper character this year.
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Jan 12, 2007 10:05 AM
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I think Kaitlin's story line is getting short shrift, and I hope to see more of her before the series ends next month. She's much more self-assured than Marisa ever was, and I love that she's falling for a boy who's not part of the Harbor "in crowd." Quote of the night from Kaitlin's blond buddies: "He doesn't surf and he doesn't play water polo. Ergo, dorko."
Poor Jules. I wonder how she's going to redeem herself and win back Kiki's friendship. Maybe Bullit will sweep her off her feet and take her to Texas. Only 6 eps left!
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Jan 12, 2007 10:21 AM
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Seth was always the one I had a TV-crush on, but now I've gotta say Ryan's making some serious ground...
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Jan 12, 2007 10:41 AM
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Jennifer, Summer never had romantic feelings for Che; they were always just friends. Even my boyfriend was like "Why is Summer talking to HIM?? Does she still like him?" I think Che is a funny character and hopefully he helps Summer find herself so we can have an awesome series finale wedding!! 
Funniest moment of the night: Sandy invoking Jerry Lewis – LMAO!!!!
Was anyone else surprised when they saw Henri-Michel? I imagined this gorgeous specimen of a man that’s just oozing with sexual prowess, but this guy? His lawyer was hotter! I wanna read A Summer for Peaches too! 
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Jan 12, 2007 11:14 AM
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I have to agree about the Sandy Cowen - Jerry Lewis bit - too damn funny!!!
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Jan 12, 2007 2:21 PM
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OHMIGOD, I almost fell off the couch when Sandy scared Ryan by suddenly going into his Jerry Lewis "Hey Lady" schtick!! And it's true, for all the smarts of the french....they like Jerry friggin Lewis! hahaha.
Oh, and I loved the Grey's Anatomy stuff. Even better than "seriously" was the "some girl was apparently impaled by a unicorn". Classic GA right there. I'm sure Shonda Rhimes got a kick out of that one.
Well, we knew the bumps in the road were coming, since Josh Schwartz was given time to put them there and wrap them up. At least I can feel good knowing it should work out. And I agree with TYakel, Seth was always my OC crush, but as much as I still love him (when he actually tried to convince Mr. Roberts about his love for Summer...awww) I'm loving Ryan. Our brooding Chino boy is growing up.
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Jan 12, 2007 6:01 PM
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