The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City Recap: Kiss Kiss, Bangs Bangs

As a longtime viewer of this captivating reality show, I must say that this season is proving to be quite intriguing. The dynamics among these ladies are as complex as a fine French wine, and I can’t help but feel like I’m watching a modern-day version of “Les Misérables” – minus the barricades, of course!


Over the past few weeks, the show has primarily revolved around Bronwyn’s personal dramas involving Lisa and Heather. Although her storyline has kept us engaged, I’ve yearned for a broader perspective on the friendships among all the Salt Lake City women. This episode, fortunately, brought them together and seems to be setting up more interconnected storylines. I’m eager to delve deeper into their relationships and understand how shifting loyalties and dynamics will unfold in upcoming episodes. The brunch setup this week, with an Audrey Hepburn theme at Mary’s, felt like tidying up before our anticipated Mexico trip, which is hinted to be dramatic and, thankfully, devoid of husbands.

Prior to delving into that topic, let’s discuss Heather and Lisa’s visit to Kemo Sabe. This place seems to hold a unique charm within the realm of the Housewives. We were first introduced to it on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills; does this Southwestern-themed hat store-bar have any ties with Bravo? Incidentally, I find it fascinating how the interaction between Heather and Lisa coincides with Bronwyn’s conversation with Todd at home. Their conversations seem to parallel each other, setting the stage for the brunch in a way that subtly foreshadows what might happen to Bronwyn, which leaves me a bit sympathetic towards her.

In simpler terms, Lisa shares the main points of her trip with Heather, emphasizing that she doesn’t mind what happens regarding Bronwyn. Despite finding Bronwyn controlling during the trip, Lisa acknowledges that Bronwyn was hurting due to her strained relationship with her. However, the blame is solely on Bronwyn in Lisa’s perspective. Heather agrees because of the history the SLC wives have experienced together and the disrespect Bronwyn showed towards their shared trauma from when Monica joined the group. This is later discussed by Heather with Bronwyn during brunch.

Despite the fact that Bronwyn is a newcomer to their circle and they’re wary of strangers, no one seems to cut her any slack. Since it was Lisa who introduced Bronwyn, she holds some accountability for making sure others empathize with Bronwyn’s background. This season, Bronwyn has somewhat faded into the backdrop, and I believe that’s primarily because of this — so I think it’s on Lisa to encourage the group to comprehend why Bronwyn might have acted defensively and closed off.

I find Bronwyn’s interactions with Todd disheartening, much like many other scenes between the two. It seems Todd often appears in an aggravated and defensive state on “The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City.” Honestly, you should enjoy the experience more! His behavior irritates me even further because he blamed Bronwyn for the trip not going as planned. In her response to his reprimand, Bronwyn appears submissive. This isn’t about their age difference; it reads more like she is being scolded like a child. As a house husband, one should have some level of understanding of what this show entails, and Todd seems to lack that. I do appreciate that, in her confessionals, Bronwyn questions Todd’s reaction to her. At best, Todd may not be suited for television, but his behavior made me feel sad.

It’s clear that many of you find Heather irritating, and I must agree – she certainly can be. Nevertheless, over the past few weeks, I’ve found myself missing her. People’s opinions on the Housewives can shift like the wind, and I’ve had my share of changing feelings about Bronwyn. However, it’s tough to ignore the fact that Heather is crucial to this group. She may not be the queen bee she aspires to be, but we’ve shared many experiences together, and I believe she plays an essential role in keeping this show interesting. Much of what she attempts doesn’t always go as planned, which makes it even more entertaining.

For instance: When Bronwyn walked in and stood among everyone else, it was amusing to me because her reaction felt remarkably immature, almost cowardly. A simple greeting would have sufficed, yet she failed to do so. It’s not that I expect these women to always behave impeccably, but her actions provided an amusing insight into adult behavior.

During the brunch, an abundance of events unfolded. The composed and sensible demeanor of Mary will forever seem extraordinary to me. She has served as the voice of reason numerous times this season, and I’ll never grow accustomed to her being so clear-headed. I previously mentioned this, but they often treated her like an elderly pet; even in her most erratic moments, she was not held accountable like the other women because it was remarkable that she was there at all. However, witnessing her warmly interact with everyone – from complimenting Whitney without reservation to inviting Britani and suggesting they should all make more efforts to include her… Who is this woman? It’s also not as if she isn’t Mary M. Cosby anymore; she retains her sharp and peculiar qualities, but she uses them differently. I had to pause when she disclosed that Jared Osmond was messaging her on social media. What in the world is going on? This revelation seemed to make Mary more understanding towards Britani, as it showed the man she is infatuated with is desperate enough to reach out to Mary. That’s not something an ordinary person does. I found it intriguing as well that Mary didn’t bring up her marital status when discussing how unusual it was for him to do that. Is this because Robert Sr. is so upset with production that he doesn’t want to be mentioned on air? It seems like it would have been typical for her to mention it, which makes me question what exactly is happening within her marriage.

I’m curious to find out about the recent issues between Mary and Meredith. Previously, Meredith was the one person Mary tolerated most frequently, but it appears their friendship is fading. This change might be due to the growing bond between Mary and Angie. It wasn’t that Mary sided with Angie during the major Meredith-Angie conflict at the end, but it seems Meredith isn’t as tight with any of the cast members as she used to be in earlier seasons.

Meredith has consistently shown an inability to manage the disputes on this program at any point anymore. She tends to react impulsively and leave, giving the impression that she wishes to depart. Despite being the one who’s kept the ongoing arguments alive this season, she frequently avoids them so much that it’s challenging to discern what result she hopes for.

I’ll openly acknowledge my partiality towards Angie, but it appears to me that she was simply emphasizing the point that Shawn wasn’t using Brooks as a person, and Meredith was unfair for giving the impression he was. There’s no denying that Meredith has been portrayed as an LGBTQ+ ally, yet she also raised a rumor about Shawn being gay, which is inconsistent. To put it simply, Meredith started this conversation; even if Angie responded too aggressively, it was underhanded to retreat without addressing the issue further.

Initially, Heather’s aggressive approach towards Bronwyn made me uneasy. Frankly, I can’t stomach another argument about their relationship, knowing that this issue will likely resurface. However, Heather eventually revealed the root cause of her strange behavior towards Bronwyn – insecurity and caution. Over time, she has lost many connections within the community due to her departure from the Mormon church, and perhaps sees Bronwyn as a potential rival who could push her out of a group she has been deeply involved with. It’s understandable, even though it may seem childish and embarrassing.

In simpler terms, having episodes without a main conflict can help progress the storyline. The ongoing feud between Bronwyn and Heather no longer holds our attention as they aren’t true friends. It’s refreshing that this season recognizes when arguments are becoming repetitive. I was worried that the group dynamic might become forced or inauthentic due to unnecessary splits, but focusing on their shared past and growing camaraderie seems like a smart move before we delve into the second half of the season.

Snowflakes

• I love Angie so much. I love her saying that Abraham Lincoln had Versace plates. I understood what she meant: that the logo was on plates he owned. I still don’t think that’s true, but I believe it came from a place of truth within her heart. If Angie says he had those plates, he had those plates!

Britani approaches this production without a predefined plan, which is captivating. Instead, she simply appears and acts spontaneously according to her whims. I admire that freedom.

• I think Britani, as inelegant as she is, does have a point about the wine. She does drink (and on camera), but why would Angie bring wine as a gift for a church night? Bad move!

• Whitney grabbing Meredith’s phone was weird, even if it was for volume. But Meredith’s delayed reaction and extreme anger was even weirder to me.

• Meredith’s fake bangs were really ugly, and I loved them.

It seems inappropriate for Bronwyn to persistently mention the costs, even if they’re accurate. It’s one thing to have extravagant possessions or spend lavishly, like buying a costly anniversary necklace, but it’s another to flaunt that wealth by booking first-class flights while others travel economy. Frankly, I don’t think she should do that.

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2024-11-21 23:56