"Scandal!"

One evening I was scrolling through Netflix, trying to find something interesting to watch. I usually prefer TV series, because you can just let the PlayStation run, and it will go from episode to episode on its own. It is also easier than waiting for the next episode next week, or hoping to remember to program your DVR, and that the cable or power won't cut out on the middle. On Netflix, basically, everything is just much easier. And typically I prefer shows with five or more Seasons. But this time, I came across "Scandal" and I had been seeing the previews, the commercials and what not; but it always ran across from my shows. I recorded one, but sometimes watched another. I have Brighthouse which only allows you to record two shows at a time; unless you are subscribed to a higher costing DVR unit, which I'm not doing. And whence you record two, you must watch one of them, lame yes. 

Anyway. So I decided to give "Scandal" it's chance now that I had my own time on my hands.

I watched the first episode alone. It more or less recruited Quinn Perkins, played by Katie Lowes, who she thought she was on a date, which kind of seemed confusing and rushed. Her date; or should I say the person sent to hire her, on behalf of "Olivia Pope" which when the name is said to everyone seems like the name of a God; is Harrison Wright played by Columbus Short. Quinn, still seems uncertain and wanting to get away, of course, up until Harrison mentions the name "Olivia Pope." Now her tune has changed. 

I managed to notice that the producer of said series is Shonda Rhimes, which in itself; did not impress me. I used to like "Greys Anatomy" up until it became too whinny when the character Meredith said, and I quote: "Love me, choose me..." That episode right there, I was out. Now "Private Practice" on the other hand I found much better. But still, a little whinny for my taste there with the love triangles, sorry just my opinion. 

                               

This is a photo of the very beautiful Shonda Rhimes. She has three Children and was born in Chicago, Illinois, for those who may be interested. And in my honest opinion, "Scandal" is her best work yet!

Now, allow me to continue back on track with the TV Series "Scandal!" Season one, episode two, my husband came home from work, and sat down and watched it with me. Now mind you, he is picky with TV shows. If it doesn't suit his needs, he will walk away, or fall asleep. Period! 

Nope, after watching episode two, he asks me, "You're gonna watch another aren't you?" I looked at him, and the time, and said, "But you gotta get up in the morning and it's late!" He responds with: "Just one more!" He did this to me three more times until finally at 3:35 am I put my foot down. "There's tomorrow!" I said. "But you'll watch some while I'm at work!" He complained. 

Needless to say, we became addicted to the show. It has politics, crime, sex, you name it. It even has mystery. And once you think you have it figured out, trust me. You're sadly wrong. I promise you, you're wrong.

I posted on Twitter, as I logged in with what was once called "Get Glue" the application that used to send out stickers, that quit, and then became "TV Tag" that I couldn't understand why Olivia Pope played by Kerry Washington would actually "think" let alone wait on a "married" President to make her dreams come true in Vermont and make jam, when Jake played by Scott Foley is sexy and single! (again, my opinion!) 

You compare the two, I can make it easy on you:

Now, do a pro and con list. You know, one is married, one is single. Go ahead. Pretend this is real life, and see what you come up with! 

Ok, now again let me continue on with the "Scandal" there are a few things that upset me, but I agree, and understand it was of course the story line. I cannot believe Millie, played by Ballamy Young; the Presidents wife kept under hat the whole time up until darn near the end, that her Father-In-Law had raped her. That is something traumatic and hard to cope with. It was very touching to learn that the new Vice President (to be) Andrew played by Jon Tenney was at least sort of there to comfort (and save her!) from an would be suicide.

Also watching "Scandal" although it is just a TV Series, you can't help but wonder about "things" such as B6-13. I mean all through life we've heard about "secret soldiers" and how the Government and the Military trains our people. We all are curious one way or another. We have Area 51, secret societies, codes, you name it. You know for a fact, the Government and the Military does in fact have things they keep from us, as well as their own President. 

All in all, I give this show an A plus and five out of five stars. I will gladly watch it again and again. It was very entertaining, and I was very upset to see it end. But in all honesty, I was glad to see Olivia choose Jake, and I totally agree: she was and is, the "Scandal!" 

I suggest you check this series out, and give it a whirl. I think you will be glad I suggested it to you. There is something new and entertaining in every episode, I promise you that!