I've just rewatched tonight's episode, and even though it's so frustrating that they're not able to see each other, I love episodes like that where they have no scenes together but their connection (and love) just smacks you in the face.

Also, Ste's reaction to being married will never get old.

You're always (my problem) with me there, Maya

PJ isn't leaving. He's too popular. And the potential for Doug is too big.

My headcanon is just in overdrive now. >(

I dont even mind Doug that much, its just how he is with Ste that annoys me.
Once Stendan are back together and Doug gets his own little storyline he can stay forever if he wants to

Are people thinking Joel might have gone? I've been wondering why he's been bundled off so unceremoniously.

See, I have mixed feelings about Joel, always have. He was great in Later, that was the only time for me he really worked, and with his Mum, and Mitzeee, and maybe sometimes with Theresa. He only got on my nerves because basically Brendan did sod all for about 8 weeks except hang around with him in a completely unbelievable and contradictory relationship. I was really hoping they'd find Joel something else to do. And Andrew's such a cutie.

On other matters, someone has to cap Ste's face when he realises he's married to Doug. It's almost as good as when he fishes up Danny's body.

eta: jinx Maya!

Doug can come back from the States all chilled out, his parents' cheque burning a hole in his pocket. And he'll bump into Patrick, and all will be well.

#Pug

*high fives*

Oh, don't remind me of that scene. I'm already an emotional mess tonight.

BIB1: so so true, its almost more powerful that way (especially more powerful when no-one was even expecting it!)
BIB2: Haha yeah it was so like mine when I found out they were engaged

I'm capping that episode now if you'd like it

I think Kieron's acting is a bit hit-and-miss but tonight I thought he got it just right. I think being subdued can be a good thing for him.

I would be happy to see the back of all those rumoured to be leaving apart from Joel. I love wee Joel. And there are damn few characters left that I can say that about.

I want this just for the shipper name hehe

Ahh thanks It was such a beautiful ep. Yeah, that got me as well, I don't know exactly how 'lucky' Ste was to be hit by a friggin bus. I didn't like that Doug didn't let him talk about the accident either. Brendan would have talked through it with him no matter how hard it was Ste was just trying to get his poor muddled head together!
I love that we can always tell when a writer is a shipper. Those writers should write the eps all the time

I don't get why people think that Ste wanting Brendan comes down to him forgetting he loves Doug.

He's forgot one day, not 6 months, jeeez. This is how he feels, you can't deny it no matter how much you may want to.

He looked so horrified didn't he?

But it is his own fault, the poor boy

Omg please

total shock and confusion, he can't actually remember the marriage and it seems he can't even remember why he would marry doug in the first place.

ste asking for brendan was heartbreaking and also when he saw the nurse and thought he could be him
it was a very good episode because despite not having scenes together they showed their connection. I dread the next stendan scene, if the spoilers are anything to go by it will be full of angst

I don't think Joel has left. I don't think Doug is leaving.

I'm fine with that as long as they give Ste and Brendan some space.

But I equally couldn't care less about watching them onscreen.

If you've got it, yes!

Lmao C&S and Maya! Ste's reaction was priceless

Got it, gimme a min

Poor Doug though

Everybody wants Patrick:

http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ly...vy35o1_500.jpg

I was guessing that was exactly why they've faded Joel into the background - because Brendan needs the space to be with Ste. Mind you, they should have never have bloody moved him in with Brendan in the first place, it was ridiculous.

I'd be more than happy to lose Doug forever, but I don't think it's going to happen.

Thanks!

I do really feel for Doug in that episode. He's doing what he thinks is right with the soft voice and kindness but honestly in that situation I don't think it's what Ste wants I guess it makes it feel more real? Or maybe I'm talking out of my arse

It's quite an expression

I don't.