Back to Downton

So, since I've missed blogging about four episodes of Downton, instead of just doing a recap of last week, I thought I'd just write about what I find to be the most exciting 3 things that have occurred so far this season.

1. Mary and Tony: 

So Mary Crawley and Tony Gillingham have been in a quasi relationship almost all season. It seemed that Mary had finally chosen Tony over Charles when she chose to go on that week-long trip with him. Tony seemed to believe that the trip was going to end in marriage, but Mary had other ideas. I can kinda see where she is coming from. Before that trip, they really hadn't spent that much time together. He is extremely handsome and sweet, but other than that, they really didn't know much about each other. I'm starting to come to terms with the fact that maybe Mary just really isn't that into Tony, but it's still hard for me. As soon as he accepts that she isn't going to marry him, I feel like Tony Gillingham is going to leave the show forever, and I'll be left with Tom Cullen-less Sundays!= (

2. Bricker vs Grantham:
The art historian, Simon Bricker is taking way too much interest in the "art" of Downton. Understandably, Lord Grantham is more than a little upset. Again, I can understand where Cora is coming from. Robert has never really made her feel as special as Bricker does. He makes her feel appreciated and heard, and Lord Grantham could really learn a lesson from him. However, he took it wayyyyy to far. Honestly, he seems like a creeper. What kind of guy walks into a married woman's bedroom when her husband is supposedly away for the night and pretty much uses art to make a bunch of innuendos and asks her to sleep with him? Obviously Simon Bricker! When Grantham got home, I knew they were gonna throw down. I could see it in his eyes. As soon as Grantham landed the first punch, I jumped off the couch and shadow boxed in front of the TV. Honestly, that was one of the most exciting things I have ever seen on the show. Go Grantham! However, this guy needs to shape up if he's ever going to keep his marriage because the way it's going right now, he might very well turn into Shrimpie.

3. Edith and Marigold:
I feel terrible for poor Edith. The girl just can't catch a break. I cannot imagine having to live near my daughter but not let anyone (except for a select few) know she is my daughter. She is a mother, after all, and the attraction to her child must be extremely strong. Now that Mrs. Drewe is starting to be creeped out by Edith and they are threatening to move away, I feel even worse. She is facing the strong possibility of losing her almost-husband and now her daughter, at the same time. Rosamund and Violet want to send the girl away, but frankly, I think Edith just needs to tell the family. She will never live in peace knowing her daughter is alive and never getting to see her.

Honorable Mentions:

Dowager Countess and Prince Kuragin: I can't wait to see what will happen between them. They both obviously have feelings for each other, and it will be interesting to watch their story progress, especially if the princess is gone for good.

Branson and Bunting: Ugh, Miss Bunting. I love what she's doing for Daisy, but other than that, she is sooo rude and I'm glad to see her go. Hopefully she stays out of their dinning room forever. However, I'm afraid Branson is ready to leave too. :(

Banna: ANNA DIDN'T DO IT!!! So stop, and leave them alone already!!!!

Barrow: Why does he always manage to make me feel bad for him??? Poor guy is poisoning himself to try and cure something that isn't a disease...He's still suuuper mean though!

Rose: I LOVE ATTICUS <3