We have reached another milestone in the final season of Downton Abbey. Last night was our final standoff against the Super Bowl. Regardless of the ratings, it is sad to think that we won't have the same battle for the best screen in the house next year. How are your Valentine's … [Read more...] about Downton S6E6: Smoked Salmon and Other Romantic Guestures
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Downton S6E5: Adjusting to Married Life with Bubble and Squeak
January has come and gone in a flash and now Valentine's Day is looming on the horizon. I am a lucky lady. Every day in our household is filled with love to the point that my girlfriends beg Lord D to give lessons to their husbands on how to give flowers for no reason. To pay it … [Read more...] about Downton S6E5: Adjusting to Married Life with Bubble and Squeak
Valentine’s Day Love at Downton Abbey is Served with Victoria Sandwich
Love is in the air as we count down the days until Valentine's Day. This season of Downton Abbey is certainly filled with love connections, some in the most unexpected places. While we see sparks fly between Rose and Atticus, it is lovely to see Isobel and Lord Merton find new … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day Love at Downton Abbey is Served with Victoria Sandwich
Downton Soup Kitchens Serve Borscht to Russian Refugees
January is almost behind us but we have had plenty of distractions to keep our mind off the short days and long winter nights. Not only did Downton Abbey won Best Drama at Britain's National Television Awards last week, they picked up the Drama Ensemble Award at last night's SAG … [Read more...] about Downton Soup Kitchens Serve Borscht to Russian Refugees
Celebrating the UK Launch of Downton Season 5 And My 200th Post
It is time to celebrate. Scotland is still part of the UK (apologies to those who wished to separate, but we would have really missed you), and ITV has begun broadcasting Season 5 of Downton in the UK. I won't comment on E1 other than to say that Season 5 starts off like a … [Read more...] about Celebrating the UK Launch of Downton Season 5 And My 200th Post
