Southern Charm Recap: A Widening Golf

Well now, y’all! As a good ol’ Southern gal who’s seen her fair share of charms and charmers, let me tell ya, this latest episode had more twists and turns than a backroad through the swamp. JT, bless his heart, seems to be lost in a sea of boat shoes without a paddle.

What’s up with JT? I’m genuinely looking for responses, ideas, or comments. Does anyone have any information about him? Could we privately message Venita, who seems to be the only cast member spending time with him, and ask if she knows anything about his situation?

This individual appears more unconventional than expected, with a blend of quirky and potentially irrational behavior. Initially, he seemed focused on addressing mistreatment towards women by Austen and others, but now that they seem to be in new, stable relationships, he seems stuck on this approach. Yet, he hasn’t come up with a new strategy; instead, he’s fallen back on the old one when told it’s not working. It’s puzzling. Is this for the show? Or is this just his nature? Honestly, I’m curious to find out.

JT’s behavior brings to mind the character from that show, who resembled Cruella de Vil and was accused of some questionable actions involving puppies. However, Ashley acknowledged her role as a villain, while JT sees himself as the only virtuous character in his surroundings. It’s quite peculiar!

Initially, JT is observed gathering with his mom and sister at his recently acquired property, claiming it to be the most expansive Airbnb in downtown Charleston. Essentially, by doing so, he’s likely raising rental prices for others, catering to bachelorette parties seeking Austen during their weekends. Quite convenient, isn’t it? He emphasizes its worth due to its hotel zoning. Frankly, I don’t grasp the concept, but wouldn’t it be simpler to operate a hotel instead? His actions leave me perplexed. Honestly, I have no idea what this man is up to, and I hope his mother and sister take charge of decorating, or else the place will resemble Foghorn Leghorn’s smoky den if he attempts it on a shoestring budget.

They appear to be well-informed since they immediately recognize his comment about giving Miss Patricia a cane as a misguided one. His sister criticizes him for being thoughtless and advises he should compose an apology letter to Patricia. What a smart suggestion! Patricia is so fond of traditional manners and courtship that if he followed through with such an action, she might reconsider him and perhaps extend invitations to social events. He promises to apologize the next time they meet, but I have a feeling she won’t acknowledge his presence until she receives a formal apology letter on embossed stationery, delivered by a servant.

Later on, JT encounters Craig and Austen for a game of indoor golf, but unfortunately, he can’t participate due to his ATV mishap. He’s chattering away to them, and they seem as if they’re stuck in a room with an unpleasant smell coming from the toilet – a stinky odor that just won’t go away despite multiple attempts to flush it out. Essentially, one might wonder what on earth JT is discussing, and truth be told, it feels quite strange!

Initially, he’s curious if Austen forgave him following his peculiar cane incident, and it’s reported that she did. Next, he wonders if he offended Miss Pat, and the response is affirmative. Then things get a bit odd. He recalls an instance from last year’s cast trip when Madison wore his clothes to tease JT, an event that seems to have been overlooked by everyone. He claims that Madison recently FaceTimed him with her husband Brett, who resembles an infrared sauna on Venus’ surface in terms of heat. From this interaction, he deduces that Brett believes Madison and JT may have had a romantic encounter during the trip, which is why she wore his clothes.

Initially, it’s clear that Brett, a firefighter who could potentially earn $24 million by posting a single image in grey sweatpants on OnlyFans, isn’t in the least bit daunted by Don Jr. Jr. Over here.

Following his outburst in Madison, he subsequently discusses Leva’s claim about Austen dating multiple girls while with his current partner. This behavior is indeed suitable for reality television. However, instead of approaching the topic tactfully, he tells two of Austen’s friends, “He’s back to his old habits again. He’s dating all these girls.” Naturally, they are likely to align themselves with him. Had he asked, “Is there any truth to what Leva said about Austen on the bus?” he might have received a different response. But, unfortunately, he finds it hard to resist stirring the pot.

Craig confronts him, “Are you trying to be friends with us? Then cease your hostile actions towards our pal and stop spreading falsehoods. Continuing this way might jeopardize future collaborations. Let’s see if you can remove that foil from your head and behave in a more normal manner.” After hearing this, JT gets angry and storms off, returning to his private space, the Pillow Palace. When he shares this with Venita, his only supporter among the group, she advises him, “JT, let’s keep things friendly and avoid discussing trivial matters that could disrupt our newfound camaraderie.

Essentially, Craig’s viewpoint is clear: the matters concerning Austen and his girlfriend are not JT’s concern. It’s acceptable for Leva to discuss such issues in a group setting, but it’s not appropriate for JT to intervene. After all, if Austen is being unfaithful, is that desirable? Of course not. But why should JT, who’s just trying to find his place in the world, meddle in Austen’s affairs? Let Austen learn from his own mistakes.

At Austen’s visit to enjoy the hot tub together, Craig shares with him the tale of their impromptu hot dog feast, where Craig barbecued 27 semi-thawed hot dogs for just the two of them. Austen appreciates the absurdity, as do others when Craig recounts the story at Miss Pat’s Easter Lunch. However, he also mentions that JT allegedly called Miss Pat a derogatory term, which the show couldn’t detect any evidence of in their recordings. If such audio did exist, it would have been remixed into an extended dance track by now, sparking a city-wide rave with JT effigies burning throughout Charleston.

Patricia’s Easter gathering was adorable, and surprisingly, Shep’s brief speech about Jesus dying due to humanity’s unkindness was heartwarming as well. It was also pleasant to make the acquaintance of Ryan, a potential new friend who is only slightly less attractive than Brett, according to some. The same goes for his partner, Dr. Eddie. Traditionally, when a fresh, attractive gay couple appears on “Southern Charm“, I broaden their cultural perspectives, arrange a trip to Paris, and introduce them to the Eiffel Tower. Last year’s European vacation with Rodrigo and his fiancé Tyler was delightful, and I eagerly anticipate sharing a similar experience with Ryan and Dr. Eddie by taking them to see the Eiffel Tower. They are bound to enjoy it immensely.

A challenging situation arises towards the end when Whitney sits beside Molly, their past relationship being more complexly defined as a girlfriend-boyfriend or something in-between. Patricia tries to reignite their romantic feelings, yet Whitney appears clueless. After Molly openly shares her struggle with weight loss due to hormonal issues and medication that triggers binge eating, she is served a cupcake for dessert. In a voice slightly slurred from whiskey, Whitney remarks, “Molly, that’s the last thing you need.” I understand Whitney likely meant it as a joke, considering their friendship, but his words, similar to giving Patricia a cane without malice or humor intended, were an unfortunate blunder. It seems Whitney may have to dust off his Apology Letter Creation Kit if he wants to use its embossed stationery, given his history of missteps. I truly hope he manages to make things right with Molly. Despite his occasional thoughtlessness, I wouldn’t want him compared to JT in our eyes.

2024-12-13 07:54

Southern Charm Recap: A Widening Golf

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