So, yesterday afternoon I got so wrapped up in frantic last-minute cleaning around my apartment (to prepare for David’s arrival) that I missed an appointment and basically didn’t leave my apartment until well after dark. I had to do a quick run to Target to load up on supplies and then get my butt to LAX to pick up David. He arrived safe and sound but had a little problem with his luggage … which we’re still waiting for to arrive.
Absent that, tho, I was productive in another respect … I’ve been watching the Golden Girls DVDs for the past few days and have already blown thru seasons 1-3 and just began season 4 before David arrived last night:
Fortunately for me, David is also a fan of the GGs so I don’t have to fear his breaking up with me ;) As I mentioned before, I’ve never seen the eps in full, in order on DVD before and it really has been an enlightening experience. The one important thing that I learned is that all those “clip shows” that that aired thruout the years weren’t really clip shows in the traditional sense (ie. an ep full of previously seen clips). The majority of these Golden Girls “clip shows” were made up of clips or “flashbacks” that were original scenes shot specifically for those eps and not just recycled clips. Remember that scene where Dorothy, Blanche and Rose competed against one another in that dance marathon (the one where Rose does crazy acrobatics to show up the other girls)? It was filmed specifically for a season three clip show titled One For the Money and never aired in a “regular” episode. I had always believed it was an ep that previously aired before. The series aired a couple of “traditional” clip shows (like the one where President Bush comes to visit) but most of them were all made up of original clips. Anyways … I’m gonna stop writing about this now cuz it’s starting to sound a bit wacky … but I’ll be expounding further on all things Golden Girls when I work up my The Best of The Golden Girls post after I finish all the seasons on DVD.
I promise I’m not crazy.
Hopefully David’s bags will arrive soon so we can leave the house at some point … otherwise we might be staying in … considering that David has no clothes to wear, that might not be a bad idea ;)
Funny how the airlines want to charge extra for luggage, but then they lose it!!! Stupid airlines!!!!!!! Hope that you have a great time with David!
Sounds like a plan!
I love it when not having clothes works out to your advantage!!!
Have a good weekened!
After that post, I’m going out tonight and getting all the GG DVD’s. I’ve been such a huge fan (used to watch it Saturday nights with my Grandmother. It was quite the bonding experience!) I’m so glad to see that I’m not the only one with a Golden Girls obsession!
There still hasn’t been a show that comes close to the greatness that is the Golden Girls.
You’ve inspired me to break out my dvd’s and watch the entire series in order…again!
I think the Golden Girls really holds a special place in the hearts of a lot of gay men.
For me, it instantly brings back memories of me and my mom on the couch, laying with my head on her lap, watching new episodes on prime time weeknights. I will never forget that.
It is seriously one of the funniest, best written shows that has ever been on television. It’s still peerless, as far as I’m concerned.
Thanks, T!
I’m with the above comment- I’m gonna break out my dvd’s tonight and re-watch!!!
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I seriously watch my GGs almost every night. :) They just make me happy!
I totally agree that it’s extremely enlightening to watch them in their correct order – it also points out some plot holes sometimes, but I’ll forgive them that. :)
I’m definitely looking forward to your Best Of post! Woot!
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I’m excited to see your Best Of post!
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Dude, I had to do the same thing a few weeks ago. I couldn’t believe how the news of the GGs moving to We or Oh of whatever channel it is, hit me.
Strangely enough, I rented seasons 3 thru 7; maybe I should rent 1 and 2 so I can have a better frame of reference for your impending list.
AHHH I love the Golden Girls so much…I’m so glad someone else loves them! I have seasons 3 thru 7… the finale is SO sad after watching all episodes in sequence. Can’t wait for your commentary on it :)
Trent, just keep rockin’ The Golden Girls. They rock!!! They were the original Sex and the City- set in Miami. Miami is nice, so I’ll say it twice! Miami is nice! Miami is nice!
I’m so glad other people love GG as much as I do. I have always enjoyed and made GG a life motto, those old cougars make me smile.
I love the Golden Girls! My friends always make fun of me. So glad there are others out there!!!!
Awesome to have a place to find other Golden Girls fans! Husband thinks I am crazy. My favorite was when Rose asks if it’s possible to love 2 men at the same time and Blanche says, “Set the stage – have we been drinkin’?”
The Golden Girls may be the best show EVER!!!
I have all the DVD’s and keep watching it over and over…
I watch it with my grandmother at least once a week!!!
Glad to know someone else loves them as much as I do!
is it just me or does sophia look younger & younger on each dvd cover?
golden girls was such an amazing show with an amazing amount of witty (and unexpected naughty!) humor! how can anyone not love this show! it’s a show for all generations.
um…corey just told me he’s never seen it. should i break up now or give him a chance?