Okay, so this week Shep – you know, the guy who basically is a boat shoe with feelings – went to see his cousin Marcie. And of course, the second he walked in, she started asking him about settling down! It’s the same question all the women on this show ask, and the guys just act like it’s not their problem. Honestly, it was weird watching that unfold. But then it hit me… where do I know Marcie from? I’ve been recapping this show since season four – seriously, what am I even doing with my life? – and I remember everyone, even Naomie’s cat, Gizmo! But Marcie? Total blank. I’m starting to think she was on during one of the COVID seasons, and maybe my brain just blocked it out. It’s like all those memories are just… fading away.
This week had a lot of funny, quick moments. Molly playfully annoyed Whitney by delivering a cupcake directly to his cabin, which was incredibly satisfying to watch. Whitney visited Craig and Austen’s restaurant, but surprisingly, no one acknowledged it was their place. We also saw a bit of Craig’s business partner, Jerry, who I’m completely obsessed with – I’d love for him to show me a spreadsheet and then give me a big hug! Finally, we met Charley’s sister, Davis Renee, whose name sounds like either a complete thought or an expensive skincare brand.
Throughout the episode, only two moments really mattered. The first was when Venita and Salley met for drinks to discuss Salley’s feelings for Craig. It was a painful scene, as Salley insisted she wouldn’t stop seeing him. Venita tried to explain that Craig doesn’t care about her and will only hurt her, saying he’ll lead her on until he’s finished with her. Salley claimed she needed to learn that lesson herself, but Venita was right – she should have listened to her friend and let her help. Sometimes it’s important to take advice from those who care about you.
It’s incredibly ironic that Salley is jeopardizing her friendship with Venita and her place in the group for a man who clearly isn’t that interested in her – he’d rather spend time with Charley! Venita’s best way to reason with Salley is to point out that Salley seems to want marriage and a family, and Craig isn’t the right person for that. He’s even admitting on the show he’d get back with Paige if she wanted him, yet Salley believes he’ll be the one to start a family with her and provide for her financially. He hasn’t even kissed her, and she’s fully invested in this… Craig? He does have nice hair, but seriously, Craig? Is it really coming down to Craig?
Another important event is Patricia’s yearly Gentlemen’s Dinner, which includes a chair-breaking contest. This year, Stephen, a new attendee and Nigerian-English doctor, was the one who broke the chair. This raises questions about the guest list – why was Stephen invited when Rodrigo, an actual cast member, wasn’t? People are wondering if this has something to do with sexual orientation, or if it’s a case of prejudice. Patricia really needs someone to point out that either she needs to buy more chairs, or maybe everyone needs to cut back on food – one way or another!
Everyone made an effort to dress nicely for the white-jacket dinner, though that’s not entirely true. Shep showed up in stained khakis, an outlet-store Tommy Bahama shirt, and a white jacket – plus, he had a noticeable gash on his forehead from a recent move. He looked completely out of place, like he was attending his very first formal dance, and his date was his cousin Marcie, who no one seemed to recognize. Whitner’s outfit wasn’t much better. He’s charismatic, but pairing a white jacket with a black shirt and a bizarre bow tie—it looked like two ducks—was a strange choice. The overall effect was like a member of the band Mumford & Sons attending a somber funeral. It was just a series of baffling fashion decisions.
During dinner, Patricia directly asked Austen when he planned to marry his girlfriend, but he simply shrugged it off. The question felt unanswered, like it disappeared into nothingness, mirroring the fact that Austen and his girlfriend had already broken up. Conversation was limited – Austen was preoccupied with his relationship issues, Craig was discussing potential dates (preferring a blonde), and Stephen remained quiet. The evening didn’t become engaging until Austen asked Craig to step outside for a private conversation.
I heard Craig’s been chatting with ChatGPT, his new therapist, and honestly, I’m a bit baffled. I’m old school – I can always just Google things and do my own research. As a writer, I’m usually faster at just writing something than trying to figure out how to get an AI to do it for me. Plus, I’m perfectly happy planning trips by simply searching for gay bars in whatever city I’m visiting! I really don’t understand the appeal of AI, and I always wonder what’s going on with people who treat it like a friend or a therapist. And now it all makes sense – of course it’s Craig! It’s so perfectly him. I didn’t even need AI to tell me that joke would land better if I actually said it out loud.
It’s definitely not a good idea to use ChatGPT as a therapist, but it seems to be helping Craig work through some things. He actually cried while talking to the AI, saying it helped him accept he needs to move on from his relationship with Paige – and maybe even date some new people. However, he also admitted he’d consider getting back with Paige, so it’s unclear if he’s truly made any progress.
He also apologizes to Austen for losing his temper at the party, though they’re both still upset about it. I don’t buy his apology, though, because he claims Austen’s real issue isn’t with him, but with Austen’s own problems in his relationship – a typical attempt by Craig to avoid taking responsibility, much like how he deflects when asked about his future with his girlfriend. Craig asks Austen for “grace,” which feels like a manipulative tactic to me, and I wish it would fall apart. He does express that he’s sorry, misses their friendship, and regrets the damage his outburst caused.
Austen accepts Craig’s apology, but he’s justified in saying he can’t handle Craig’s unpredictable behavior anymore. Austen doesn’t know when Craig will react calmly or have a major outburst, comparing it to a chaotic situation. While they can be okay if Craig avoids snapping at him, it’s obvious that another outburst is bound to happen. Craig is a ticking time bomb – he might be calm for a while, but eventually, he’s going to explode and someone will get hurt.
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2026-01-08 06:55