So I’m torn. I can’t say I *loved* the Everwood season finale but I didn’t hate it either…

Madison. Why did they have to bring her back? I thought we were rid of her! And for a pregnancy storyline?!? *bangs head* UGH. All the relationships on this show are headed for a kick in the pants once this secret is revealed (and you know it will be). So I guess the storyline isn’t a waste. Doesn’t mean I have to like the way the tension was brought about. And I am *so* disappointed in how Dr. Brown chose to handle Madison’s news. Ephram is going to be extremely upset once he finds out. I’m cringing just thinking about the potential of another season of tension at the Brown house. As for Madison, I found myself feeling incredibly sorry for her. I mean, who wants to be pregnant *and* alone? She may have everything she wants but she doesn’t have what she needs — support.

Harold/Andy. It’ll be fun watching their “equal partnership” unfold next season. The banter! The Harold eye rolls! Hee.

Andy: “Does that mean I don’t get to make my ‘you look down on your lox’ joke?” BWAH.
Andy: “The offer is good until you say yes.” (DOCTOR LOVE!)

Where is Nina? And Laynie, for that matter? Have she and Amy even made up yet? Humph.

Ephram/Bright. They hugged! Aww. 😀 But Bright said “soulmate (a word that is forever scarred by Dawson’s Creek)!” Bad Bright, no cookie.
Ephram: “You’re the only guy that can call me dude without a hint of irony.”

Ephram and Amy. I have to admit that I’m a little upset that Amy asked Ephram to stay in Everwood for her. I thought I was more of a romantic but while watching the episode, I was really hoping that Ephram would stick to his decision and not let Amy persuade him to give up the summer program. Plus, Ephram has made so many sacrifices for her that it seems only fair that Amy be the one to make the “grand gesture.” My heart leaped when I saw her waiting for Ephram on the plane. Aww. They looked so happy and smile-y. Now *this* is the E/A I’ve always wanted to see — finally getting the timing right and making a decision to be together. *sigh* I hope they have an amazing few weeks in NY.

Dr. Brown’s dreams. I loved the way the closing and ending dreams tied the episode back to the pilot, when the dynamic of the Brown family was turned on its head. It pained me to see Andy’s realization that had Julia not died, nothing would have changed — as much as he would like to think it would have. It’s horrible that it really had to take a tragedy to pull him out of his self-absorbed ways. “It scares me to think what it would take to wake you up.” So, so sad.

It’s going to be a loooong summer.

I need to play catch up on Everwood and post my thoughts on Last Looks, which was an episode I completely loved. LOVED.

Bright. The poor boy needs a hug. He completely broke my heart in this episode. I’m glad that the writers didn’t go with the “happy ending” route and have him get accepted to A&M after his interview. Not that I don’t want Bright to be happy but just because things like that don’t happen in real life. I’m looking forward to seeing him handle the challenge of college next season. And OMG, I read spoilers but didn’t know about Dr. Abbott showing up at A&M. He has never really been encouraging of Bright’s college aspirations so I was proud that he finally looked past what *he* thought Bright should do.

Ephram/Bright. These two have a real friendship now and it’s so great to watch. I was very surprised when Bright blew up at Ephram. It really showed me how far these two have come with their relationship. I was glad that Ephram realized that he does tend to monopolize the conversation with his own problems and that he needs to be more supportive of Bright.

Madison/Delia. Delia is an amazing, amazing kid. She showed great insight in recognizing that Madison was only around because of her and that it was causing Ephram so much pain. Her “break-up” scene with Madison was note perfect.

Madison: “I love you girly, girl.”
Delia: “Madison, I’m gonna have to let you go.”

Ephram/Madison. I’ve never really been a shipper of these two but I have to say that they had a really beautiful, bittersweet ending. I just loved their last scene. Very well-acted by both Gregory and Sarah. I especially loved the way this scene was shot — with the gorgeous blue sky contrasted with the gritty snow still on the sidewalks. Just lovely.

Ephram: “I’m going to my car, when I turn around, you’ll be inside and that will be that.” *sniff*

Irv’s closing narration was the perfect way to end the show…

“A heart is a fragile thing.That’s why we protect them so vigorously, give them away so rarely, and why it means so much when we do. Some hearts are more fragile than others. Purer, somehow. Like crystal in a world of glass, even the way they shatter is beautiful.”

*sigh*

Ahhh, Everwood how I missed you! Unfinished Business wasn’t the “wow” episode that I was hoping for, especially after such a long hiatus. HOWEVER, I really loved that this episode resolved a lot of storylines yet set up arcs that will probably lead to the season finale.

A few random comments and quotes that I loved…

Bright [to Ephram]: “Sometimes your pride comes before your nads.” Bright seriously has all the good quotes.

Enjoyed the constant reference to Ephram as “jailbait.” He *so* is.

Madison and Ephram broke up! Is it sad that I’m so happy about this? Ah well. It’s too bad, though, that I finally found her to be a sympathetic character in the very episode that they break up. I totally bought her sadness and regret that their relationship didn’t turn out the way they would have liked. One question that is *killing* me is: What exactly *did* Ephram get Madison for her birthday?!? I need to know, lol.

Andy and Nina. I have to admit that I’m rooting for these two crazy kids but I didn’t really like this court storyline with Carl. I’m glad it didn’t last more than an episode. I just thought that, while it was nice to finally get verbal confirmation from Andy about his feelings about Nina in his life, it just seemed weird that he made a court case between Nina/Carl/Sam all about him and how he needed Nina in his life. Nice speech but it just seemed wildly inappropriate.

Bright said “Asshats!” BWAH!

Dr Abbott [to Dr. Brown]: “And if I don’t make myself clear, I encourage you to test me.” Whoa. I’m not sure who I agree with in this whole Amy/birth control situation but eeek — Doctor angst!

LOVED the last scene between Amy and Ephram. As much as I would love to see these two finally make a romantic relationship work, I almost would hate to lose the great vibe and tension they have in their friendship. *sigh* I thought this quote was especially great…

Amy [to Ephram]: “But if she was dumb enough to let you go, she mustn’t have been that perfect.” Aww.

Yup, Ephram and Madison did the deed on Everwood. And surprisingly, I’m fine with it, lol. When I first heard about it, I was dreading the episode but I guess that’s why I love the show so much — there’s no sugar-coating. Ephram and Madison are together. They’re going to have sex. Like normal teenagers. In real life, you don’t always lose your virginity to the person you’re going to end up with. The only thing is that I wish they would make Madison just a tiny bit more sympathetic. I absolutely hated the way she said “sweetie” after Ephram’s… umm, his “scene.” (You guys know what I’m talking about).

Amy/Tommy. UGH. I just hate where this story is going. Just *once* I’d like to see a “bad boy” on a TV show who actually tried and succeeded in being “good.” I’m so tired of the whole “a bad boy can never turn his back on his past” type storylines. I thought the writers were going to surprise me. Guess not. As for Amy, I’m glad she’s finally using her brain and she actually listened to Laynie about Tommy. I totally thought Amy wasn’t going to believe her.

Yay Laynie! I’m glad they brought her back. I wish they would do more with her. 🙁

Andy/Linda. Snooze.

Some quotes I loved:

Bright: “She wants some Brown loving. So dish it out and serve it up hot, my friend.” BWAH!!!

Amy: “I had the right person in my life. Unfortunately, we ran out of time.” *sniff*

Madison: “Ok, you’re not allowed to hang out with Bright anymore.” HEE!

Edna: “Don’t give me crap and call it ice cream!”

Dr. Abbott: “Who was that who fell asleep on the couch watching ‘Reba’ with your mother and I?”

Ephram: “I can’t stand the thought of you being unhappy.” Ephram is the sweetest. EVER.

I really enjoyed this episode of Everwood. I was starting to think the writers had lost their minds with the lack of Nina and Ephram/Amy interaction. But nope, it turns out it was a plotline this whole time! I adore Nina (she’s just so so cool) and I was so happy to see her back again. I’m glad she didn’t let Andy get away with being a horrible friend to her. And I felt so horrible for her when Sam crashed the car.

Still don’t like Ephram/Madison. I don’t like the way Madison treats Ephram — like just cause she’s older she’s the be all and end all regarding relationships/feelings, etc. Ugh. She just completely rubs me the wrong way.

I was actually really enjoying Tommy/Amy (Alie, don’t kill me!) but now I feel like I’m just waiting for the other shoe to drop what with Tommy lying to Amy about work and getting her a super-expensive Blackberry as a present. I was hoping the writers would do away with the stereotypical bad boy boyfriend thing but it looks like that’s where we’re headed. <-- That's NOT a spoiler by the way. Just some speculation on my part. I also really enjoyed all the Ephram/Amy scenes. The show was really missing something (for me) in the past few episodes without any interaction between them. I'm glad to see that they have the kind of relationship where they can get mad at each other and still come to an understanding. It's so great to see them rebuilding their relationship. Bright rocks. Totally. Some quotes that I loved: Bright: "Bro, you're killing me here, man. All this talking and caring and writing cheesy love songs. Why don't you just hand over your testicles now and get it over with?" (looks in store window and combs his hair) Ephram: "Are you really calling me a girl? Cause you're the one that's actually fluffing your hair right now." Bright: "I have a wingding, ok? It happens." I LOVE YOU BRIGHT.

Bright (to Dr. Abbott): “It was mostly Amy’s idea.”
Can I LOVE Bright anymore than I already do?

Delia (re: Ephram and Madison): “I liked it better when they hated each other.”
Me too. Me too.

Andy (to Nina): “I’m going to spend the night here with my friend.”
Awww.

Amy’s voiceover: “You’ll always be my Dad. And I’ll always be your Amy.”
I’m such a sap. I was totally tearing up during the letter. *sniff*

Also? The preview for next week’s episode? Just about killed me. I’m trying to be good and not read spoilers but that preview is making it SO. HARD.