The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City Recap: Slutty Vibes

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As a seasoned movie buff with a soft spot for reality TV melodramas, let me tell ya, this latest episode of “The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City” left me feeling a bit like Meredith’s Bat Mitzvah party – long and underwhelming.

This season, Meredith hasn’t contributed significantly to the storyline. To put it simply, she hasn’t made much impact, overall. Although we’re aware that she and Seth are going through marital troubles again, these issues have mostly been hinted at, with only a brief mention in Palm Springs. The start of this season suggested that Meredith’s significant event would be her Bat Mitzvah. While the episode about her journey certainly respected Meredith’s experiences, which I believe many can relate to when it comes to connecting with ancestry and faith, it was neither her week nor her party in a more substantial sense.

This season, it’s been intriguing to observe Meredith in her OG housewife role. If the reunion seating arrangement with Meredith seated at the end of the couch next to Britani is any indication, she seems more like a catalyst for others’ conflicts rather than a central figure. The major event this season, as suggested by trailers, appears to be whatever transpires during Lisa’s Puerto Vallarta girl’s trip. I’ve pondered how they might maintain some sense of cohesion, but it seems this season is less about a main narrative and more about the gradual drifting apart of these women, even if they refuse to acknowledge it.

This worries me because as much as I love to see them have petty fights, I want them to move on so there’s space for a greater purpose in this season. The chunk of this episode that focused on Meredith’s Bat Mitzvah sincerely was far too long and felt like filler, even with Mary’s comedic late appearance. Don’t get me wrong, getting glimpses into their own personal tragedies has been great to see what’s going on in their lives. However, because these women have changed who they’ve been closest with so many times this season, they haven’t been able to bond and spend time getting into light hijinks between all the fights.

It’s nice to see that Mary and Meredith appear to be past their argument at the Audrey Hepburn brunch. Frankly, it seems more important for Mary to deal with her own issues concerning Robert Jr., rather than worrying about anyone else’s pain at the moment. I can’t help but wonder if she will decide to discuss this matter with her friends on camera, given the circumstances. Their conversation prior to the Bat Mitzvah seemed somewhat scripted, intended to give insight into Mary’s emotional state – and I can see why Robert Jr.’s personal issues might be too sensitive for a full-blown discussion as part of the storyline.

During a conversation with Britani, Bronwyn perceives Angie as someone who seeks attention through performance. It seems this assessment rings true, as all these women, including Angie, have unique talents they showcase for an impressive display. Angie, in particular, excels at her job and is often at the center of attention, like the snowflake, or next to Andy during reunions. Interestingly, Angie’s skills were on full display when she confronted Bronwyn.

It seemed to me that Angie should have apologized, and interestingly enough, she delivered an apology similar to the one Bronwyn had given Heather some time ago, which led to Heather leaving her home. I can understand why Bronwyn might be cold towards her, but persisting in this argument even after receiving the apology she requested seems illogical based on her own standards. Moreover, not only does Bronwyn lose this dispute with Angie, but she also experiences more embarrassment when Todd attempts and fails to intervene. This man just can’t seem to do anything right, and their marriage remains a puzzling enigma.

In this episode, Bronwyn appears genuinely drained, given that she’s still navigating the complexities of a world where even trivial matters lead to disputes. It’s fascinating to see Bronwyn, in her desperation and frustration, momentarily set aside her strategic plans to ally with Britani and Meili, who seem almost insignificant in this context. This unexpected alliance brings out Britani’s joy, evident even though Bronwyn casually commented, “Who would have thought I’d be friends with you two.” Britani’s reaction hints at her eagerness for recognition, which is why the conflict with Angie has been so beneficial to her. She seems to be savoring this situation immensely, and her happiness knows no bounds now that Angie was excluded from the group due to a matter related to Britani.

Bronwyn shone brightest during the confrontation. In her fatigue, she instinctively reacted rather than following a planned approach. I admire her comment towards Britani and Angie’s argument, where she accused Britani of implying that Angie was promiscuous, only moments after hesitantly referring to Britani as her friend. This is what I believe could make her stand out if she continues on this reality show, by embracing the chaos of causing trouble for no apparent reason. It appeared to be the most enjoyable moment she had experienced throughout the entire season!

It’s clear that Britani isn’t seen as credible by most people, so it’s unlikely Angie intended her remarks about Britani’s overall demeanor to suggest she had a large number of romantic partners. Instead, I believe Angie was being more critical of Britani’s lack of refinement and her failure to meet the high standards of sophistication these women consider themselves to uphold. As for Meredith, it didn’t matter whether Angie was shaming Britani or not – she has long had a dislike for Angie. However, if Meredith’s issue was that Angie was causing a disturbance, her outburst and summoning security to remove Angie were far more disruptive than the arguments they were all engaging in.

Once more, I’m unsure about their joint vacation, but at least it’s not a major predicament. Regrettably, this means we might need to endure episodes in Puerto Vallarta filled with Lisa confronting Whitney about her dishonesty. I’m worried Mary might miss out on the trip due to issues with Robert Jr., which would be reasonable, but it’s disappointing because it means less of her classic travel-related anxieties. Here’s hoping these ladies can enjoy themselves and remind us why they embarked on this journey in the first place.

Snowflakes

In this particular episode, Lisa didn’t play a significant role, but she shone brightly with her two memorable lines. She advised Britani to use Kérastase Thermique, showing genuine concern. Furthermore, she referred to nail gems as “bridge and tunnel,” which showcases her classy demeanor. I admire Lisa’s aristocratic side wholeheartedly.

• Mary may be sad, but she is herself enough to make weight digs at Heather.

It wasn’t common knowledge that Meredith had an oldest son, right? Yet, he insists that Seth should take center stage. But do people genuinely appreciate Seth, though?

• Even though Britani might find solace from Brooks and Chloe marking a tough time for her, I believe she ought to embrace affection whenever it’s available.

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2024-12-06 01:58