DCFAN - many thanks!

I don't consider my views as being "in the L camp" at all. It's not a question of L camp or DM camp. jIt's just that some interpretations here were so whacky I felt I had to state what I see going on in DM. And it's others that are interpreting that as ... whatever.

This isn't a blood sport. We are, afterall, just fans discussing a popular culture tv show.

+1. The two concepts are unrelated.

But a typo you make consistently. I wondered if there was something subconscious about your espousal of the character while misspelling her name.

MMD. Well said

groan

No it wasn't.....you've done it for months....go back and check your old posts. Anyway, it's no big deal and just one of those niggling little things that drive you crazy after a while. Had to let you know so you wouldn't embarrass yourself further.....sort of like having spinach in your teeth......anyway...carry on.

double groan

It's not about you. Don't worry about it! I have no idea why you would think that. I'm sorry if you thought I was referring to you. I was just saying that I agree with them about their interpretation of Louisa.

I didn't realize I said that everyone has to agree with me. If I did write that, it must have been a typo. I just re-read my post and I don't see anything about that. If my words can be interpreted that way, that is exactly why I don't enter the fray when the discussion gets emotional.

Don't be timid, Oliver, we have all sort of fallen into a nice coexistence here. We don't snipe as much and don't really insult each other personally like it was in the past. It would be great if you would reconsider joining the posting. I got stung and insulted really badly a few times so I know your hesitation, but it would be nice to have your voice again

Seconding Mona's and Melissa's most recent posts!!!

It's Melinda.....sorry

I don't have thick skin and its, unfortunate, if you have been attacked (or feel that way).

I haven't been at as long so I have some milage left - LOL.

To all here: I say things that are silly, possibly foolish and for that I apologize. I don't want to start a war of words. I'm just having a bit of fun.

Poor Carol ! You are a lovely, lovely gal (lol I don't know you, tis true). I feel it in my bones.

Sigh...I said this:

I find this so ridiculous. Honestly, posters here pick one or two words and then go off.
Wait, I do that, too?

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A lame attempt at humor. Nothing more.

You're very kind. I continue to read this forum. Most of the people in my meetup group have dropped out of this forum. I mean, I think my point is proven by the reactions to my post.

I haven't completely stopped posting! I like this better than the Facebook pages because it seems like it's more about the show and not so much about Martin Clunes.

I used to get into the sparring. For various reasons I just don't have it in me to do that any more. Somebody asked if there was anybody else who was more on team Louisa than team Martin. I can see both sides. It's the writing, they are actors speaking lines, so my frustration is more with the production team than the characters.

Yes, I do, as well. When its a serious piece (Mockingbird).

Sigh...

I was making a point about S4 and Mr. Clunes interpretation...

Aw - forget it. I still find actors annoying, however, I do respect the craft and dedication to the work.

Ooooo-you've got it bad!!

She loved him madly! LOL

Then life happened. Right? (series 5 and beyond)

Things have cooled, considerably.

Well said, Carol. (sheepishly runs away)

Thanks so much for this forum. You're an impressive bunch...

Apologies, Melinda. Hope you appreciated the sentiment anyway.

No question...my sentiments too! Thanks

I would love to see a dream sequence in the new season.

The dream could be used to establish the frame of mind of the characters Martin and Louisa ((without expressly telling the viewer).
How does M/L, i.e., view marital bliss or
what would a normal day in the life of his or her marriage look like. The scene could open with Martin entering the kitchen and coming upon Louisa and baby. Martin's dream: Louisa is wearing what? How does she greet him? Is the baby happy? Who prepares the breakfast, etc.
What is discussed, if anything. The dream sequence for Louisa might begin (later in the episode or in another) as the scene opens in the kitchen
with Martin and baby. What are the visual differences between the two dreams. Do they interact the same or are they worlds apart in how they view their roles and their marriage.

The viewer won't know if the dreams depict the marriage as it is now (what would be the point?) or what each of them envision as the ideal relationship.
LOL - it doesn't have to be a kitchen scene. It could be a nightime bedroom scene (hilarious)! What is Louisa wearing in the bedtime scene
in Martin's dream. What is he wearing...and what happens next. How is he dressed for bed in Louisa's dream!?! Oh, the possibilities!
(Yes, I remember that there were dream sequences in an earlier season. My interest now would be how they visualize the marriage and relationship, the mindset of each of them, and are they vastly different from the other in their realities and/or expectations.

What I don't want to see: Date night. How stupid. As if this is going to "fix" anything. Martin will be Martin and Louisa will be Louisa. Shrug.

Hold on...what if the date was in a dream? Louisa's ideal date and Martin's ideal outing for the two could be hysterical! Poppin' the popcorn...I'd watch this with glee!

This relationship/story needs a good shot....or a hearty, swift kick in the ***.

What do you want to see that will give this story a boost and what will make you groan if forced to watch.

Boost: Martin and Louisa developing a sense of humor

Groan: Louisa or someone close to her developing a medical emergency. Martin handles the emergency and impresses Louisa with his medical skills. I am sure there are more but off the top of my head: Peter Cronk, Caroline Bosman, Louisa's father, Danny Steel, friend Holly, maid of honor Isobel, Louisa's mother, Louisa's delivery, broken collarbone, AVM.

Haha. Yes, the writers could have fun with this.

An emergency with the baby - groan. I almost expect it as a plot device to push the couple together.

In S 5 the kidnapping plot device pushed Martin and Louisa together, so you are on to something!

Boost: Sex

Groan: I'm with you all...an emergency with the baby would curl my toes.

Personally, I've had my fill of Martin-Louisa conversations interrupted by Bert or whomever, just as they're on the brink of communicating something significant. There must be some other device they can use to keep them from having a normal-ish conversation that would aid in resolving their issues.

Dream scene -- Mrs. T. telling Louisa that you don't know what you've had until you've lost it --- (if Clive somehow bites the dust from his cardiac incident).