I thrive on structure, whether it’s a blueprint, strategy, or outline – anything that provides a clear snapshot of the current situation, the destination, and the roadmap to reach it. Provide me with a goal and a map, and we can infuse spontaneity into our voyage towards achieving that objective. That’s what I find captivating about reality TV: although the show appears unscripted, there’s a consistent narrative framework, and the true magic lies in the authentic moments that emerge between these planned events. Despite all cast members having meticulously planned personas, there’s always a moment when their guard slips, offering an unexpected glimpse into their genuine feelings, motivations, or struggles.
As we move towards the second half of the current season of “Potomac,” I must admit that I’m finding it difficult to follow the ladies’ narratives effectively. While this season has undeniably surpassed the drawn-out humiliation of season 8, there are certain aspects that seem unresolved and disjointed.
The unexpected turn in Karen’s storyline, with her DUI going to a jury trial during the airing of the season, was certainly beyond the production team’s control. This has made her storyline less impactful and increasingly awkward as the episodes progress. Even the sight of Karen in that crimped blonde wig in Panama leaves me questioning if it’s the same woman who appeared frazzled in the bodycam footage.
However, beyond Karen’s dramatic transformation, there are other narrative arcs that seem incomplete and contribute to a choppy, unfinished feel for this season.
As a devoted moviegoer, let me express my perspective on this TV series I’m watching: The most glaring instance of character development comes from Keiarna, who stepped into a crucial role after the production wrote off Jassi as if she vanished like Judy Winslow on Family Matters. Keiarna is an unquestionably beautiful woman, thriving in her life, but I’ve just reached episode 13 of the season, and it was only then that I learned she and Greg started dating a month after his divorce ended, are constructing a home together, and is suing Deborah – details I found out earlier from Bravo bloggers. All this information is intriguing, yet none of it has been presented in a way that leaves me yearning for more insight into Keiarna’s life. She operates a spa, assists her man at work, and waits for a proposal; you can find numerous women in similar situations at a U Street happy hour in DC. For now, her tale, in its entirety, seems to lack the depth I expected, leaving me puzzled as to why she was promoted from friend-of-the-cast. Maybe they thought we’d be more interested in the Keiarna-Deborah conflict aftermath, but since Deborah appears to be at fault, there’s little to discuss.
In Keiarna’s narrative, the absence of connective tissue is conspicuous, yet she isn’t unique in this group. Gizelle rarely delves deeper than discussing her children’s college plans and mourning her father. Ashley has run out of things to say about a separation similar in duration to Brad and Angelina’s. Wendy has found numerous methods to remind us it’s her 40th birthday, causing Party City to close down temporarily. I wouldn’t care enough to be paid for listening to Stacey video-call TJ with his shirt off, and Jassi seems content with her new role as a stepmother, leaving little to debate.
It appears that the women in this series aren’t opening up enough for the show to effectively portray their individual stories. This lack of openness not only decreases entertainment value, but also creates a significant gap that Mia and Jacqueline seem to be filling. While other cast members remain tight-lipped about their current struggles, Mia is inviting us into her chaotic life. If the rest of the ensemble doesn’t reveal more, both the actors and viewers are left with no choice but to engage with Mia’s storyline. Consequently, the show risks becoming a repetitive episode of a daytime talk show like Maury Povich, which is straining the women’s patience, but they haven’t reached the point where they’re ready to take action.
This week’s episode primarily focused on untangling the complexities of Mia’s turbulent family affairs, particularly the matter of her children being taken across state lines by Gordon without her knowledge or consent. The episode opens in the morning as Mia grapples with deciphering what Gordon did with her kids. I can relate to her panic, given the mystery surrounding why an estranged husband (who she appears to have reconciled with and left Inc behind in the New Year) would take the children without her permission. However, certain aspects of the decision-making process left me perplexed. Mia’s children possess mobile devices or at least iPads, as we’ve seen on screen – didn’t they respond to her messages? Wasn’t there some form of location service activated on their gadgets so she could verify their whereabouts, at the very least near her former nanny? One would think that in a situation this concerning, basic facts about how it was being managed would align – but unfortunately, they didn’t. And while I typically attribute such inconsistencies to the hasty choices made under stress-induced panic, nothing about Mia’s actions leads me to extend her the benefit of the doubt.
In spite of Jacqueline’s initial doubts, she swiftly informs other women about the gravity of the crisis Mia faced earlier in the day. Mia, terrified of Gordon’s potential harm to the children, shares her concerns with them during their shopping trip and reiterates her fears while traveling in a Sprinter van. The group, composed mainly of mothers, empathize instantly, imagining such a frightening scenario could happen to them as well. However, they become puzzled as more details emerge. If Gordon poses such a threat to the children, why is Mia hesitant to take custody? How did the kids manage to send photos if they were out of reach all morning? The most perplexing question: if Gordon’s actions caused Mia so much stress, why does she plan to travel from Panama to visit Inc in Atlanta instead of immediately ensuring her children’s safety? As Ashley suggests, under these circumstances, anyone would have cancelled the trip. Mia’s hasty decisions and their repercussions are the central theme of the season, causing distress among the friends. Gizelle openly admits that being Mia’s friend is tiring, but they must endure it since they are compensated for their trouble.
As the women struggle to keep up with Mia’s extraordinary story, they find themselves unable to challenge it due to lack of comparable anecdotes. Mia, confident in her transparency, uses the term “authentic” as a sort of shield, signaling to the others that she is prepared to reveal every aspect of her life. Mia’s use of “authentic” serves as a challenge to the rest of the group, hinting that they are not yet ready to expose their own secrets as openly as she does, be it due to self-respect or self-protection. None of them seem eager to acknowledge the possibility of sharing Mia’s husband with their childhood friend – or his friend, or whatever truly transpired between them – a topic they seem content to let remain unclear. Jacqueline timidly supports her friend’s actions, but under pressure, she either becomes the target of Mia’s teasing or the scorn of the other women. In an attempt to fill awkward silences, she inappropriately mentions having a “WAP,” a term she believes makes her appear trendy and modern, but instead comes off as sad and desperate.
As a spectator, I find myself growing increasingly concerned about the predicament the women find themselves in, as they seem trapped by Mia’s actions, yet reluctant to sacrifice too much of their own lives to resolve the situation. Caught between a rock and a hard place, Ashley and Gizelle are slowly building their resistance against Mia. The first salvo is fired when Ashley confronts Mia about her comments regarding Gizelle’s daughters during shopping, an altercation that Mia swiftly dismisses. However, Ashley persists in the conflict at dinner, voicing her grievances towards Mia’s behavior. Wendy points out that, if Mia’s actions are as problematic as she claims, then it would be prudent for her to seek custody of her children, a suggestion that Mia appears strangely resistant to. Gizelle, however, appears the most displeased with Mia, no longer finding her antics amusing and using this opportunity to share with the audience that Mia privately apologized for her remarks about Gizelle’s daughters off-camera while maintaining a defiant facade on camera. Although Gizelle states that her anger is solely due to Mia’s attacks on her children, it seems like there’s another layer of resentment simmering beneath the surface. Gizelle typically wields tools such as pride and dignity to control the cast through rumors and secrets; however, this tactic proves ineffective against Mia, whose signature trait as a reality star is her shamelessness. I eagerly await the escalation of this conflict, hoping for it to reach its boiling point sooner rather than later.
Next week, the pair Jacqueline and Mia will become a threesome as Ashley decides to join them. Until then!
Cherry Blossoms
It was entertaining to see Wendy make fun of the term “613 blondes” during dinner at Panama, which left Stacey puzzled. Yet, it turned out that Wendy herself sported a bob cut styled like “613” in her confession this week. As someone who spends a lot of time browsing hair dye options, I think she could have adjusted the color slightly to better suit her skin tone. Nonetheless, she looks amazing regardless.
Though Karen’s handling of this season leaves me feeling exasperated, her wit and humor continue to shine brightly. Her quip about retiring her mouth but urging Ray to pull from his pension for travel was nothing short of hilarious.
In essence, Gizelle Bryant is quite similar to Kyle Richards within this franchise in various aspects. She often takes on the role of an unofficial creative director for the group, and like Kyle’s famous phrase “in this town,” Gizelle frequently uses her own catchphrase, “word on the street.” Both women have left us cringing at times due to their questionable fashion choices, particularly in hats. When Gizelle presented Wendy with a Pepto Bismol-colored hat that didn’t even match her daughter’s, it was the same level of bewildered disapproval I felt watching the scene unfold on screen.
Couldn’t the girls simply change for the club inside the restaurant restroom instead of having to return to their resort, which is presumably located some distance from the city center? This question continues to confound me as I attempt to reconcile the scenario in my mind.
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2025-01-06 22:56