Grey's Anatomy - Season 2

[Jane&Andy]

The new season starts on Sunday! I can't wait!

[Jane&Andy]

here's a link to ABC's website with a synopsis of the first new episode
ABC.com (http://abc.go.com/primetime/greysanatomy/)

[katmg]

LOVE this show - can't wait for the new season!

[Michelle]

I can't wait!!!! :) I love this show (and the fact that Patrick Dempsey is in it, does not hurt the show either)!

[sarahh]

Count me in! ;)

[lbs27]

Me too! I love this show (and Patrick Dempsey, he was very cute on the Emmys last night!). :D

[mel7dog]

I'm in too! :)

[JillianS]

so pumped. prob. the premiere i'm most looking forward to.

[KristyK]

Subscribing too! I love this show!

Not sure how often I'll post on it though, I have to tape and watch Monday when I get home, too late at night for this old woman! :D I feel like I'm behind if I don't post right away, but I'll try and keep up! ;)

[Jane&Andy]

KristyK - I'm a day behind on most late night shows too. Thank goodness I have tivo to record stuff for me. :p

[mindy]

I can't wait for it to start I loved it last season I set the DVR so I don't forget about it.

[sublime311]

WOOHOO!! One of my favorite shows last season!

[Txfish]

I am pretty excited about this one, too -- it's such a fun Sunday night now :)

[mel7dog]

I am pretty excited about this one, too -- it's such a fun Sunday night now :)

I know it! Sunday night on ABC is the best :)

[Natasha]

YAY! More Grey's Anatomy fans. This is easily the show I am most excited for. I LOVE it!

[jarm]

Subscribing! I LOVE the way the first season ended...what a freakin' cliffhanger.

[kadee_29]

Subscribing. I *LOVE* this show!!

[Katy]

I'm now subscribed and ready to go

[taragiraffe]

Sign me up! I'm so excited for the premiere. :D

[lbs27]

Just bumping us up for tonight! DH plays hockey Sunday nights, so Grey's Anatomy and a little ice cream is my big Sunday night guilty pleasure...can't wait!! :D

[mindy]

I can't wait for the show tonight it's one of the very few ones my husband actually watches with me.

[sarahh]

Checking in and subscribing! :)

[mel7dog]

I can't wait to find out with happens with Meredith and the Dr. Remember last season when it ended with his wife saying "So your the girl sleeping with my husband." !!

[xrunner]

My sister got me hooked on this show and I love it! Anyone ever notice when they are performing procedures in the operating room that no one is wearing safety glasses? Come on, I don’t even work in the medical field and I know better.

[Katy]

Overall, I thought it was a great season premiere. I can't say that I liked the "twist" with Dr. McDreamy & his wife (but I loved when the acting-chief asked WHO Dr. McDreamy was)

[DiscoDiva]

*sigh* Dr. McDreamy...... he's so sexy! Oh yeah, good show!

[JillianS]

I thought it was good. And I was glad to find out that although he is still legally married, that Dreamy isn't SO much of a jackass (though he shoulda told meredith...)

[mel7dog]

I knew Dr. McDreay couldn't have a been a total cheater, but I was still mad he never mentioned one hint of it to Meredith, especially since they were getting closer. I felt bad that Christina got dumped, I wish she had time to tell him she was pg. George cracks me up, when he was trying to be a "sponge" I was LOL!

[craftyT]

George cracks me up, when he was trying to be a "sponge" I was LOL!

Me too!

I loved the line:

Blond girl (can't remember her name): "Even O'Malley got action"
George: "Correction, I got syphilus"

LOL!!!

[mel7dog]

The blonde girl is Izzy :)

[katmg]

Can someone post up a recap - ABC doesn't seem to have theirs up yet...

[catch]

Last night was the first time I ever watched this show. Loved it!! I feel a little behind in the story lines, but I think I'll be ok.

McDreamy is Patrick Dempsey? And how did O'Malley get syphilus from that guy he punched in the face?

[Emilie]

Dr. McDreamy is Patrick Dempsey, yes.

George got syphilus because he was sleeping with a nurse who got it from Alex. (the guy he punched)

[craftyT]

McDreamy is Patrick Dempsey? And how did O'Malley get syphilus from that guy he punched in the face?

McDreamy is Patrick Dempsey

O'Malley got syphilus b/c he slept with a nurse who also slept with Alex (the guy he punched) - who, btw, was an arrogant slimeball all last season :p But it seems this season they might give him a heart... I'm almost rooting for Izzy and him to get together (which never would have happened last season ;) ).

ETA - sorry for the duplication - x-posted :)

[KristyK]

I taped last night, too tired to watch. I'm going now to watch, but first I need to change my subscription settings, I'm getting emails for every post! :eek:

[Jane&Andy]

Recap:

Starts out with Meredith in a bar. Bartender asks her what's wrong, boyfriend or boss troubles. She says both, my boyfriend is my boss. So he buys her a shot. Christina comes in. Christina tells her she is pregnant but won't tell her who the father is. The bartender collapses and they run to check on him. George is there too now, I can't remember at what point he came in though.

They take the bartender to the hospital. I can't remember what the diagnosis was but he needs surgery on blood vessels in his brain. They want to do the "stand still" technique where they basically freeze him so that he is officially dead and then make the repairs and revive him.

Derek tries to talk to Meredith but she doesn't want to talk to him.

Derek finds out that his wife is back b/c the head of surgery asked her back. Head of surgery tells him that his decision had nothing to do with him, its the job, its not personal.

Derek's wife requests that Meredith work with her. Meredith is performing an u/s on a woman who is pg with twins and the twins are suffering from twin to twin transfusion syndrome. The womans husband left her for another woman very early in her pregnancy. This woman hates Meredith b/c she knows Meredith was involved with a married man. I don't think Meredith responded to her comments. She finds something wrong with the twins on the u/s and they take the woman in for surgery.

The bartender doesn't want the surgery b/c as a small business owner (he owns the bar) he doesn't have insurance. They go ahead with the surgery b/c he needs it but George is really upset about the situation. He tries to talk to the head of surgery about it but that guy says its not their problem. He's been assigned to the head of surgery that day - he's recovering from his surgery and asks George to be his eyes and ears and report back to him.

Burke talks to the head of surgery who tells him he picked him to be acting head of surgery b/c he puts the job first and leaves personal stuff out of it. Burke talks to Christina and tells her they need to stop seeing each other b/c they need to focus on their jobs. She still hasn't told him she's pregnant.

They perform the surgery on the bartender. He comes through ok. George finds a way to get an educational grant for the surgery. The head of surgery signs off on it at the last minute.

When the pregnant woman is in recovery she asks Derek's wife to take Meredith off her case b/c she reminds of her someone she hates (the woman her DH left her for). Derek's wife sets things straight and says she cheated on Derek and that Meredith is a victim in this whole thing and that the woman owes Meredith an apology.

Meredith drives out to Derek's trailer and he tells her that he came home one night and found his wife in bed with his best friend. Meredith says something along the lines of not wanting to be just a rebound fling for him and he says that she makes him feel ok (or something like that). She says thats not enough.

this is out of order but:
at some point Meredith figures out that Christina was sleeping with Burke and she gets upset with her b/c Christina gave her such a hard time over her relatonship with Derek. Christina says that it wasn't a real relationship, they were just sleeping together. She says she doesn't want to talk about it. Meredith asks why she confided in her if she doesn't want to talk about it. Christina says she needed to put down an emergency contact in case she needs extra help after the abortion and she put Meredith down as the contact.

[paiger]

Meredith asks why she confided in her if she doesn't want to talk about it. Christina says she needed to put down an emergency contact in case she needs extra help after the abortion and she put Meredith down as the contact.

I was going to ask about this, b/c I couldn't decide if she was talking about an abortion or just prenatal care. She didn't ask Meredith to drive her there, and I think that she would need someone to be w/ her. Also, in the previews for next week, they show Christina talking about 'being a fat, crazy pregnant girl' or something. So, that makes me think that she decided to keep it.

[Jane&Andy]

I was going to ask about this, b/c I couldn't decide if she was talking about an abortion or just prenatal care. She didn't ask Meredith to drive her there, and I think that she would need someone to be w/ her. Also, in the previews for next week, they show Christina talking about 'being a fat, crazy pregnant girl' or something. So, that makes me think that she decided to keep it.

The way I understood it is that she was talking about an abortion. I can't remember exactly what she said but thats how it sounded to me. Based on the previews I think she does change her mind about it but as of last night I think she was still planning to go ahead with the abortion. They've previously shown her at the abortion clinic and she was talking about filling out the forms. I think if she had changed her mind and already sought out prenatal care they would have shown that too. But I could be wrong, its just my interpretation.

[Michelle]

Last night's episode was fantastic! I was laughing so much throughout the entire episode. :) This is definately one of my favorite shows, I'm so glad it's back!

[DiscoDiva]

Hmmmm..... I thought it was for an abortion also, though the word was never spoken.

Meredith says something along the lines of not wanting to be just a rebound fling for him and he says that she makes him feel ok (or something like that). She says thats not enough.
Didn't Dr. McDreamy say something like he felt like he was drowning and after meeting Meredith, he finally feels like his head is above water?

[Jane&Andy]

Didn't Dr. McDreamy say something like he felt like he was drowning and after meeting Meredith, he finally feels like his head is above water?

yes! that's what he said!

[DiscoDiva]

Yeah, and if he had said that to me, I'd have turned around, took his hand, and led him into the bedroom! :D

[kam]

Only a few minutes into it, but the bartender serving Meredith near the beginning was the guy from My Big Fat Obnoxious Fiance.

[ssstephanie]

Does anyone else think Katherine Heigl's character will end up with...grrr...what's his name? He was Massimo in The Wedding Planner. I noticed her making eyes at him on last night's episode when he wasn't looking.

[craftyT]

Does anyone else think Katherine Heigl's character will end up with...grrr...what's his name? He was Massimo in The Wedding Planner. I noticed her making eyes at him on last night's episode when he wasn't looking.
I think that's where they are headed. But :o I'm not opposed :o I think the writers could have a lot of fun with that relationship!

[Regina Phalange]

Yes! She was totally unattracted to him last season because he was a pompus ass but in last night's episode they gave him something intimate to portray: a hug from one man to another. She found a weak spot for him in that moment.

[Happy1]

Actually, as far as the abortion, when Meredith asked what an emergency contact would do, didn't she say that it would be someone to contact, to come to the clinic with her, etc.? It was mentioned kinda fast but I thought it was said.

I laughed so hard last night when someone asked Miranda who "Dr. McDreamy" is and she looked and said "I am", gave a whole big schpeel and walked away.

I was also shocked when Dr. McDreamy's soon-to-be-ex (I imagine) fessed up that she was the one that cheated on him and told that pregnant woman she owed Meredith an apology.

Nikki :D

[mel7dog]

Only a few minutes into it, but the bartender serving Meredith near the beginning was the guy from My Big Fat Obnoxious Fiance.
LOL that show was too funny!

[paiger]

The way I understood it is that she was talking about an abortion. I can't remember exactly what she said but thats how it sounded to me. Based on the previews I think she does change her mind about it but as of last night I think she was still planning to go ahead with the abortion. They've previously shown her at the abortion clinic and she was talking about filling out the forms. I think if she had changed her mind and already sought out prenatal care they would have shown that too. But I could be wrong, its just my interpretation.
Okay, I was really confused by that part. I just started watching the show, so that's how I missed that part. I didn't know that she'd previously gone to the clinic. I was only basing it on the previews, so that's why I got confused.

[mel7dog]

I know she was thinking about an abortion last season, so when she asked Meredith to be her person I also thought that's what they were talking about.

I got the impression that she changes her mind next week as well with the "fat and pregnant" comment. I wonder what happens to make her change her mind?

[KristyK]

She's been to the abortion clinic, she's already set it up. When her and Meredith were in the bar at the end, Christina tells her that she needed someone for an emergency contact, and she stated "you're my person", that's when Meredith laid her head on Christina's shoulder, and when C said "you know, this could constitute hugging" M tells her to "shut up, I'm your person", I loved it!

My speculation about next week is that Burke finds out, he's yelling at her that it's not "just" her decision, thats when she's talking about him wanting her to be fat and pregnant. I was so mad at him when he decides that the job is more important than a relationship, just because the Chief of Surgery said so.

I too was shocked when the wife said about the cheating, oh, and she told the patient that she owed Dr. Grey a huge apology! Yeah!

George and Christina came into the bar together I think at the beginning, and yes! The Bartender was the obnoxious fiance! I think he's really from Seattle if I remember correctly, so he's a good choice for that part! I don't remember seeing him last season though, so maybe the bar hangout was just for this episode??

I loved how George got called "The Champ", even at the end by the guy he belted!

I love this show, can't wait for next week.

[seapod]

Only a few minutes into it, but the bartender serving Meredith near the beginning was the guy from My Big Fat Obnoxious Fiance.

That's right. My husband said he was from My Big Fat Obmoxious Wedding. For some reason I had movie stuck in my head not tv show. Thanks for setting me straight ;)

I LOVE this show and now I have my friend hooked on it. I love it too because it's set in seattle ;)

[nuhmah]

Subscribing.... I love this show and have been waiting "patient"ly (hahahaha) all summer for it to come back!!!

I personally liked the part where they called him "Dr. McDreamy"!!

[DiscoDiva]

If he was my doctor, I'd call him "Dr. Mc Do-me." hee hee

[Natasha]

I just love this show. I got all teary at the end (damn pregnancy) when Meredith says "Shut up. I'm your person".

[lowcountrywed]

I just watched the season premiere and I love this show!! I'm not sure how I feel about Izzy and Alex possibly hooking up. It could be interesting.

I laughed so hard last night when someone asked Miranda who "Dr. McDreamy" is and she looked and said "I am", gave a whole big schpeel and walked away.

I thought that was hilarious too.

Does anyone know how many episodes are in this season (since the first season was only a mini season)?

[stevesbabygirl]

I can't wait for the show tonight it's one of the very few ones my husband actually watches with me.

Same here!

[Jessica]

Just bumping for tonight. I'm excited to see how the story lines progress.

[lbs27]

Yay! Almost time-I can't wait!

[mrs_pell]

Poor George. He got the brunt of 2 women pissed off at men! :)

[kris97]

ewww about the doll heads!!

[lbs27]

Tonight's show was good! :) Next week looks REALLY good!

[mel7dog]

ewww about the doll heads!!
I wanted to hear why he did it!

I was cracking up about the connection bewtween Meredith and Christina this week, how they kept looking at each other. When they said "estrogen" after Christina flipped out at George I LMAO.

You can see the writers are trying to develop some type of thing between Izzy and Alex, making Alex seem all nice this season.
:rolleyes:

[Katy]

yeah, not too keen on Alex being all nice and whatnot. I like where the other storylines are going though. And yeah, what in the world was up with doll-head guy?!?! :gross:

[nylons73]

What a great show! I just love it!! I thought the story line where the Son had to decide whether he was going to keep his Father alive was so riviting! Those writers really are good! :) I also thought George had some great dialogue when he was 'breaking up' with the red-headed nurse and also as he was preparing to go into the grief room to tell the family that their loved one did not survive.

Can't wait until next week! What's up with Christina passing out?!!!

[PrincessTommi]

Wow. That was such a good show. I was really impressed with all the storylines.

And I loved George's realization at the end - "so we can tell the family we did everything we could."

[Txfish]

Yup, still a great show -- doll heads, gross. Thought it was hilarious that the chief resident could recognize each one though!! She is so perfectly suited for that role -- just snotty and cold enough, but still funny and concerned.

I actually hated how much of the show they devoted to the father-son liver storyline. Just got old... but what amused me was how everyone kept walking in and yanking each other out of the room for trying to advance their own cause!

I really like George -- he was so completely helpless last week as The Sponge, and then got caught up in the middle of Chief and his wife (that was a *great* scene! "You called my wife?" "Well, you called mine!") and is trying to appease them both with the phone calls... he's really a good guy. I want to see him happy, I just don't want to see him with Meredith.

Dr. Estrogen was cracking me up. He's made me a STUPID pregnant girl, is what I think everyone was seeing her say -- not fat. I don't think she keeps it; I think she was just going through the beginning brain malfunctions of early pregnancy LOL (And the ESTROGEN!) I think the whole collapse next week is just basic pregnancy side effect, exacerbated by her tough schedule, but they're all going to find out she's pregnant and it's going to make the Burke relationship really wild.

What I can't wait for -- the brief preview where they showed Meredith's mom being brought in to the hospital -- and she screams at her "How many times have I told you not to bother me at work?" while Meredith just cowers behind a door. That's going to be a tough episode.

[paiger]

Can someone give a recap? I was coming back into town and missed Sunday night tv.

[michael'sbride]

George breaks it off with Olivia not because of the Alex thing but because he has feelings for another woman (Mereidith). Both Christina and Mereidith are pissed at Burke and Derek. The Chief's wife is called in by Derek and she takes him home. Derek and Addison have a chat in the elevator and she explains that she their marriage was falling apart and they never even took the time to argue anymore and she missed him and Mark (the best friend) was there to comfort her. We see a soft side of Alex and he bonds with a boy whose father was abusive to his mother and who had road rage, killing another man and injuring his family. It turns out Alex's father was abusive too.

[mrs_pell]

I absolutely love this show, but it really bothers me the way med students are portrayed. I really, really, really doubt that a med student would be given the responsibility of calling a death (actually, I don't think it's even legal, but I could be wrong), or informing a family member of the death. The responsibilities that they are given are more along the lines of residents, if not even attendings. Also, it drives me nuts that the chief resident acts like she is Dr. McDreamy's and Dr. Burke's boss. They're attendings. She's a resident. THEY are HER superiors! Ugh.

Anyway...I still absolutely love this show. It's one of my favorites. I just have to pretend that they are residents and not interns so it doesn't bug me so much! ;)

[stevesbabygirl]

Given their level of responsibility, I assume that they are residents, not medical students. I thought they already graduated from med school. I work in surgery, and the med students are allowed to do little except observe, retract tissues, and if they're super lucky, suture. The residents are the ones performing surgery, along with the attendings.

[Freckles]

Given their level of responsibility, I assume that they are residents, not medical students.

I assumed that as well.
Love, love, love the show! And I have never ever liked a medical drama---this is a first for me.

[Katy]

now let me preface this with I know *nothing* about the medical world. BUT...if they're called "doctor" so and so, doesn't that mean they're no longer students, but residents? If I recall, their first year residents.

But, I could be wrong

[Akemi]

Given their level of responsibility, I assume that they are residents, not medical students.

Yep, they said it in the first episode... they're interns, i.e. first year residents.

[Linnybubbles]

here it is: They are interns (aka first year residents)
You go to 4 years of medical school then when you graduate, you are a doctor. After medical school comes residency, which can last anywhere from 3-15 years (or more). You are a doctor then, but in training. Surgical residencies last the longest, if you want to specialize. They do 4-5 years of general surgery residency, then can go into neurosurgery, cardiothoracic surgery etc. So, in theory, this show could last a REALLY long time!

[anniebananie]

This show makes me want to be a doctor. I mean, I know it isn't really like that in real life but I still dream a little about it.

Chemical engineering just doesn't have the same drama to it.:)

[julietchicago]

I love this show. Sunday's episode was great. Each week it gets better and better. I hope the show sticks and is around for awhile!

I love my ER, but it has gotten a little dull the last couple of years...

[KristyK]

Ok, finally got around to watching this show, and I still love it!!!

Judy doll heads, freakin hilarious!! And the doctor knew them all! She is so great in that role! (or is it roll? I couldn't decide)!

Everytime I watch it, I am left wanting more! Like, maybe I should just tape them all, and not watch until the season is over, then I won't want more when it's all said and done.

I can't wait to see what happens with Christina next week, this is getting good, and George, what a nice guy. Alex, getting better every week, although I liked him being the evil guy better I think. Doctor McDreamy, what a cutey he is!

Ok, back to waiting.

[mrs_pell]

here it is: They are interns (aka first year residents)
You go to 4 years of medical school then when you graduate, you are a doctor. After medical school comes residency, which can last anywhere from 3-15 years (or more). You are a doctor then, but in training. Surgical residencies last the longest, if you want to specialize. They do 4-5 years of general surgery residency, then can go into neurosurgery, cardiothoracic surgery etc. So, in theory, this show could last a REALLY long time!

OK...I knew all that, but I guess I thought that "interns" were "students." I'm positive that's what they are called at our hospital. Residents are residents, and "interns" are students. I guess I missed the part in the first episode where they were introduced as "first year residents."

Any hoo...makes me happy that they're not students (although I still think for 1st year residents they're given quite a bit of responsibility, but I'm okay with that! ;) )

[lbs27]

Just saw a commercial for tomorrow nite's episode. They showed Cristina on a gurney with an oxygen mask and she tells George "7 weeks, I'm pregnant Geroge". To which he says to Izzy, "Cristina's pregnant?" And she tells him to shut up. So, I guess it gets out that she's pregnant, and her passing out isn't a result of her terminating the pregnancy (which is kind of what I thought it was).

[jarm]

I caught that too. I can't wait!!! Hopefully I won't fall asleep again.

[lbs27]

Jarm-

Just saw your reply here and in the Lost thread-thanks! I take it your in on a Saturday night watching TV! (I'm in MA and it's nasty outside!)

[jarm]

Well, not really watching TV, but it's on. I'm trying to catch up on tons of work that I have to do. DH works nights and DD is sound asleep so I'm enjoying some alone time to work. I'm in CT and it's nasty here as well. The humidity is annoying so we have the air on...strange for October!

[lbs27]

I know! We drove up to NH tonight and it was even worse there! We had the air on last night too, it was so hot! I pretty much layed around all day b/c it was too humid to move. Pathetic. :D

[mrs_pell]

Bumping up for tonight. This is definitely my new favorite show (along with Lost)!! :)

[mel7dog]

As I told my mom earlier today "Desperate is OUT and Grey's is IN!"

We can't wait :)

[mrs_pell]

As I told my mom earlier today "Desperate is OUT and Grey's is IN!"

We can't wait :)

Yep. I'll still watch DH, but it'll be while I'm doing laundry or something else. Grey's gets my full attention (I don't want to miss ANY part of any scene with Dr. McDreamy in it!! :D ).

eta: I was watching "Sweet Home Alabama" again the other night, and I don't think I ever realized that he was her NY fiance! I hadn't seen it since I'd started watching Grey's, and Grey's is definitely when I realized how hot he is. :)

[jarm]

Anyone else think that there was more to Meredith's mother's relationship with Richard? Maybe I'm perceiving it totally wrong, but it seems as if there are some genuine feelings there.

Now I want to know what happens with Christina and Burke!

[jarm]

Wow! Previews for next week were great...can't wait!

[Regina Phalange]

OH MY GOSH! I LOVE THIS SHOW!!! I cried, and laughed so many times tonight. The writing and acting of this show are amazing!

I agree that there seems to be a little more btwn Richard and Ellis than just friends but I guess after working side by side for so many years in the ER, you can develop tight relationships with people.

I love the soft sides we saw in everyone tonight. A very emotional episode.

[mrs_pell]

Damn...I just LOVE this show! I wish it were 2 hours every night, though! It always seems so short!

For those west coasters who haven't seen...I'm posting about tonight's episode below. :)





Izzy and Alex are *definitely* going to hook up at some point.

Derek's wife is going to annoy me to no end. I love him and Meridith together, and she's going to try to stop that.

I felt so bad for Burke tonight. :( You could totally see the pain and worry in his eyes.

And, I do think that there was maybe a little more between Alice and Richard "back in the day." Speaking of Alice, I was CRACKING UP with her and George, especially at the end when she kissed him. He's just so funny!! :D

[Katy]

Well, once again, I screwed up the VCR (really, I need to hook up the darn Tivo already!) so we missed tonight's episode (and charmed, but that's a different story).

Can anyone post a recap for me? Thanks (I'll go back to pouting now)

[paiger]

Did anyone else tear up like 15 times? It was such an emotional show! I kept looking at the clock thinking 'No, don't be time to be over, yet!'.

ETA: Sorry, Katy. I am bad at recaps, but will add to one if someone can get the base story down. PS. I wasn't all that impressed with Charmed this week, so I don't think you missed much w/ that.

[Txfish]

Even better than I thought. Meredith's mom was *so* difficult to watch and seeing how Burke reacted to Christina, and then discovered what was really going on... that was pretty powerful.

Bailey (the resident) just gets better every week. She's an incredibly subtle and believable actor. It's awesome how much she has fleshed out her character without ever delving into any level of her personal life -- we've only ever seen her once outside of work. And yet, I know exactly who she is.

Por George -- "I look like Meredith's DAD??" Haha -- I mean, it was a horrible moment, when he told Meredith and she said "She never talks about him!", but so funny that he is now her "father".

And (don't throw things at me) I'm really liking how they've got Alex developing. I like how he blends the cocky bastard with the understanding guy.

Final side note: How in the world did they do that blushing thing??? That was incredible, I don't know make up or special effects or what -- but wow!

[nylons73]

I will attempt a recap, but anybody feel free to correct or improve on this, heh heh.

Last night's episode started with Meredith and Christina running. They were chatting and layed down in the grass b/c they got too tired. The day at the hospital then begins with rounds. Izzy is going on to Meredith and George about how really cool Alex is, if you would just get to know him. Meredith and George (and Christina to some extent) are like 'Izzy- you are nuts! We hate Alex, he's a pig.' Just then, like on cue, Alex says something crass to a patient who blushes severely everytime she has any kind of emotion, and this seems to confirm the other's notions that he is a pig. Izzy yells at Alex later for always behaving 'piggish' in front of the other interns, even though he's a nice guy when he's with Izzy alone.

There is some commotion before duties get assigned, and everyone runs down to the ER entrance to see what the commotion is. A patient is being wheeled in on a stretcher yelling and cursing. Dr. Bailey is walking alongside the abusive patient and keeps demanding from the others to call out the name of the patient. Izzy has read the chart by this time and she finally, after much yelling from Dr. Bailey, says 'Ellis Grey' really loud. Meredith is hiding behind a pole b/c her mother spotted her and is screaming at her. Ellis believes that she is back in her residency, and she begins ordering everyone around as if she is going to perform surgery.

All of the interns meet to get their assignments from Dr. Bailey. Nobody knew that Meredith's mom had Alzheimers' so Bailey is totally shocked and it shows. Christina is assigned to help Dr. Burke with a procedure on a Dry Cleaner who developed Lung Cancer from the Dry Cleaning fluids he worked around for so long. Christina tries to protest, but Dr. Bailey sends her on her way. Izzy is assigned to work with BOTH Dr. Shepherds on a pediatric case and then Dr. Bailey says to George 'And you take care of Dr. Grey.' George HUGS Dr. Bailey and says 'Thank you, thank you, she needs a friend right now!' Bailey looks at him oddly and says - No George, the OTHER Dr. Grey, Ellis Grey. George gets it and looks embarrassed and scurries away.

Dr. Bailey confronts Meredith about how she's feeling and Meredith says she's "Fine." Meredith will say "I'm Fine" about 900 times this episode, even though everyone knows that she isn't.

~pausing to post this b/c it's long ~

[nylons73]

ok, to continue....

Meredith (per Bailey's orders) is supposed to do nothing but scut work. She goes to see the Chief (is this 'Richard') anyways, he's the Chief who has major brain surgery a few weeks ago. Richard and Ellis Grey were very close and Richard has no idea about Ellis's condition. Meredith lets him read the chart and he is shocked, nearly to the point of crying. Meanwhile, George is trying to help Ellis Grey but she thinks that he is Meredith's father "Thatch" and she just yells and fights with him. When George runs into the Chief (Richard) and asks him for help examining her, the Chief wants no part of it, but does confirm that George looks like 'Thatch,' Meredith's father. This partially traumatizes George since he really ~doesn't~ want to look like the dad of the girl he has a crush on.

Meanwhile, the two doctor Shepherds get into a fight in front of Izzy about whether an operation on a drug-addicted Preemie is feasible. Izzy bails out of there to read some 'lab work' and the male Dr. Shepherd leaves and says the case is hopeless.

Christina is tagged (as previously mentioned) to assist Dr. Burke on a lung cancer surgery. They get into the operating room and it's clear (to us at home) that Christina is dizzy. Dr. Burke keeps asking her if she's paying attention b/c he thinks he's boring her or something. Burke fires questions at Christina and berates her when she's slow to answer. Dr. Bailey and Izzy are watching the surgery from the viewing gallery up above. Suddenly, Christina just passes out. Dr. Burke has his hands in the patient so he cannot just go over there, But Bailey and Izzy fly down the stairs to the OR, and get Christina on a stretcher. It is obvious something is very wrong and Burke is yelling at Dr. Bailey to let him know what's wrong with C ASAP! Bailey and Izzy wheel Christina out of the OR and she's going in and out of conciousness. Meredith is the only one who knows that Christina is pregnant, so Christina knows she needs to get the message out. She manages to grab the oxygen mask off of her mouth for a second and croak out "Izzy, I'm pregnant" before going unconcious again. Dr. Bailey hears this too and she yells at all of the other people helping to get away from the stretcher and she takes Christina away herself and yells at Izzy to be discreet but to go get the female 'Dr. Shepherd' since she is an expert in pediatric crisis cases.

~posting again~

[nylons73]

continuing....

Izzy finds the female Dr. Shepherd just after she tells the Chief (Richard) that she is leaving tomorrow. She says she realizes that the male Dr. Shepherd will never take her back and she doesn't want to work around him any longer. The Chief is sad and begs her to stay. Anyhow, Izzy happens upon them and George on the stairs, as George is updating the Chief about Ellis Grey. Izzy says to Dr. Shepherd that she needs her right away. Female Dr. Shepherd is like "Why?" Izzy looks like she doesn't want to say but she chokes out "It's an intern, Christina Yang, She's collapsed." Female Dr. Shepherd doesn't get it and says: "Why do you need me?" Then - everybody gets it and George looks horrified and yells out: "You mean Christina is pregnant?" Female Dr. Shepherd goes with Izzy and finds Dr. Bailey with Christina, where it is determined that Christina has an 'endopic' (hope that's the right word) pregnancy, where the egg is fertalized and starts forming outside a fallopian tube. Christina's life is in danger, she is bleeding to death. Female Dr. Shepherd says she will operate immediately. Nobody goes back to tell Burke and nobody (in that room) knows who the baby's father is anyhow, so they don't think to tell him before they take her into surgery.

As soon as Burke is done with his Lung Cancer surgery, he tries to go down the hall and find out what's wrong with Christina, but the Chief intercepts him. Meredith's mother needs a liver biopsy done b/c George suspects she has Liver Cancer. Male Dr. Shepherd refuses to sign papers that say that the Chief can do the biopsy himself because the Chief just had major brain surgery. The Chief tried to tell Male Dr. Shepherd that it is for Ellis Grey, but Dr. Shepherd won't budge. Therefore, the Chief orders Burke to do the liver biopsy before Burke can find out any info about Christina. Burke is really pissed, but he can't say no because he is basically ordered to do it.

Alex has a heartfelt talk with Meredith about all that is going on with her mother. Meredith says that she is feeling uber-guilty because she kind of 'wants' her mother to have Liver Cancer. Alex agrees that Liver Cancer is a deadly and quickly progressing disease and the patient can be treated for their pain before death with morphine. He comments that morphine cannot treat Alzheimer's and Meredith says yes, that's what she means about wanting her mom to have Liver Cancer. But then she kind of breaks down a little and says 'What kind of child wants their mother to have Liver Cancer?"

It's later that night, and the two Dr. Shepherds are in the pediatric ICU again. The baby that the Male Dr. Shepherd had said was hopeless, is improving and might be strong enough for surgery. Male Dr. S, tells Female Dr. S that he will operate in the morning on the baby if she continues to improve overnight. Female Dr. Shepherd says she has never stopped loving her husband and she kisses him, and he kisses her back (it seems.)

Christina has come through surgery and although she lost a lot of blood, it seems that she is going to be ok. After getting out of the surgery to do Ellis Grey's biopsy, Dr. Burke checks the surgery board and he sees the name YANG and then he reads what she's in surgery for. He looks dumbfounded and goes off to find Christina, but all of the other interns are in her room chatting with her, so he doesn't go in to see her.

Towards the very end, Meredith gets her mother's biopsy results back, and Ellis Grey does not have Liver Cancer. Meredith goes outside, and for the first time in the show, totally breaks down and bawls. Male Dr. Shepherd, having just smooched his wife, comes out and finds her. He tries to comfort her but she yells at him to leave her alone. She says she's exhausted by everything that has gone on that day (her mom, Christina's issue, etc.) and she says she's MOST exhausted from trying to hate him. She says she doesn't want to hate him anymore and she kisses him (he seemingly kisses her back.) Then she runs back inside.

At the very end, George is back in Ellis Grey's room to tell her that the lump in her Liver is not malignant and she screams at him. He finally pretends to be Meredith's dad (Thatch) and yells back at her about how she treats him and about how mean she is to Meredith. She says: "You're right." and she asks him to lie down next to her in her bed and she smooches him lightly on the cheek. :)

SIDEBAR - (We also see a scene (shortly before this one) where the Chief (Richard) is in Ellis Grey's room as she's recovering from surgery and he says "I know it's hard to be the one who is "gone" but it is really hard to be the one who is left behind." )

Anyhow, that's my recap. Oh, one more thing. At the end, Izzy and Meredith have a chance to talk and Meredith tells Izzy that she's right about Alex. He IS a nice guy if you get to know him.

Next week previews show Christina's mother yelling at Christina something to the effect of "Why can't you find a nice guy to date like him!" (and she's pointing to Dr. Burke who is on the otherside of Christina's bed.

I LOVE THIS SHOW! :D

[Freckles]

Great Recap!

I love this show, and even hubby will watch it with me.:p
Did anyone else tear up like 15 times? It was such an emotional show! I kept looking at the clock thinking 'No, don't be time to be over, yet!'.
Absolutely! It just rings so true. And can I just say that I now watch Desperate Housewives hoping that it will hurry up and end, so Grey's Anatomy will start.

Derek's wife is going to annoy me to no end. I love him and Meridith together, and she's going to try to stop that.

I actually like that they haven't made anyone out to be the bad guy. She is an interesting, bright, kind person, who screwed up but still loves her husband, which makes for a much richer complicated story between the 3 characters.

And I really like Christina & Burke together---my heart broke for both of them. I hope they keep that storyline going as well. They have such chemistry.

[Regina Phalange]

Did anyone tear up like 15 times???

OF COURSE! I cried when Meredith hid behind the pole. I cried when Burke realized how he felt about Christina (when he was talking to his patient about literally having a broken heart). I cried when Meredith was sitting outside by herself crying and then kisses Dr. Shepard and tells him she is tired of hating him. And I cried like a baby at the end when George lies down next to Ellis.

Talk about an emotional episode. Geez....I Love it!

[batgirl]

I kept wondering how they were going to deal with Christina's pregnancy. I knew it couldn't end in an abortion because anti-choice groups would ban the show, plus, I figured that she wouldn't have it and keep it, because it would be too complicated. Being a medical drama, guess ectopic was the way to go.

Its good to have the twist with Meredith and Derek... they couldn't have them get together happily this soon in the season!

[Txfish]

OMG, I totally forgot about the borken heart line/scene. That was intense, watching him try to work his way through it.

I really do like Addison, and I'm just not sure at all about who I want to Derek to end up with. I hope Addison stays on the show, either way. Don't want to see Meredith end up with George, though -- he's great but so much more valuable as her close friend.

And, great recap Nylons -- I was trying to write one and it just didn't have the feeling yours did LOL (or the detail, which astonishes me, as mine was SO long!)

[jesseybell]

I definitely cried a bunch of times! By the time Addison and Derek kissed I wanted them together, but at the end I wanted him and Meredith back together.

Desperate Housewives is definitely turning into something to keep me occupied until GA comes on. Still like it but not loving it.

[nylons73]

Thanks Txfish and Freckles for the recap compliments. :) Grey's Anatomy was the last thing I watched before I fell asleep so I guess that's why it was so fresh in my mind today! :)

I was going to add the 'broken heart' line that Burke used with the cancer patient, but it would have meant going back and explaining that during the surgery, he discovered that the tumor had penetrated the wall of the heart muscle, and that was a long digression in an already long recap! lol. It was a great line however, and the way he delivered it was so powerful!

I also left off the scene where Alex examines Ellis (because George just can't get her to calm down with the 'Thatch' comments,) but again, it was kind of non-central to the episode so I skipped it. The only real thing of note in that scene is that Alex kind of taunts George and says 'Yeah, Thatch, back off.' or whatever, and you get the feeling that Alex knows how much it bothers George to be compared to Meredith's dad! ;)

[Katy]

Thanks nylons73! You did a great recap and I know because I just finished watching the show just now (the hubby was able to find a torrent online and downloaded it for me.

What an emotional show. Like y'all, I laughed and I cried. I loved the different storylines and how they played off of each other. The download didn't have any previews, so I'll have to catch those the old fashioned way.

Thanks again nylons! :D

[kris97]

Great recap! I missed the show as well, and had a question - does Dr. Burke actually talk to anyone about Christina's pregnancy? Or just realize it from looking at the board?

[Katy]

Burke was never able to talk to anyone. He saw her name on the OR board and it said ecto-endo-whatevero pregnancy

[Alicia]

i'm so glad i'm not the only one who cried through the ENTIRE episode. ::sigh::

[lbs27]

Just bumping us up for tonight... :D

[jarm]

It was awesome, again! I knew that there was more between Dr. Grey and the head guy. I also now want to know more about Miranda and the kid she did the surgery on. I want to know who Derek is going to choose, and I can't wait to find out what goes on between Christina and Burke. I cried like a baby when it finally hit her.

[DiscoDiva]

I knew that there was more between Dr. Grey and the head guy.
Not me. I didn't see it coming at all!

Christina and Burke.... that was so sweet!

[daydreamer]

One of the things I really enjoy/appreciate about this show is that the characters are likeable and it's fast paced. It has excellent writers. I'm hooked. Ah, Christina breaks my heart (and I liked her Mother). Poor George (sounds like a Ann Richard's bite during the next to last elections). I really like George - but then there's no one that I don't like.

[mel7dog]

What a great show, it keeps getting better and better! When that boy Jeremiah died on the table, I cried. When Burke crawled up with Christina in bed, I cried, and I hardly ever cry at tv shows!! I am dying to see what Dr. McDreamy will do. Now I am getting pissed because if he wanted a divorce for sure he should have signed right away. I guess you can't blmae Addison for trying though.
-Izzy looked really pretty this week, I guess she started wearing make up since she like Alex
-Did anyone notice they were all wearing orange in the first scene? LOL

[amyintn]

Is the woman who plays Addison the same woman who played Sandra Oh's girlfriend in "Under the Tuscan Sun"?

[DiscoDiva]

Yeah, the part where Burke got in bed and held Christina was so touching. All I could think was that the person who wrote that went through a horrible time in his/her life and knew what it was like to suddenly have it all come crashing down and not be able to stop crying for days at a time. It sucks.

Now I am getting pissed because if he wanted a divorce for sure he should have signed right away.
It's not that easy. I was married before and even though it was probably the most friendly divorce on record, it was not easy. You still have all the thoughts about 'what if' and 'is this really the right thing' and 'should we try one more time' and all that. It really is a very tough decision, and if you don't fully think it through, you might regret it, even if it is the right thing.

[nylons73]

I cried and cried when Burke got into bed with Cristina as well. That was one of the most powerful scenes! What an awesome show! :D

The thing I really like about it, is that every show is based around a central 'theme.' Then, the writers tie everything that happens in that episode to that theme. Last night for instance, the theme was obviously 'denial.' I love how they worked everybody's story lines and all of the surgical patients into the 'denial' theme, and kept it flowing. So hard to do, but done so well in this show!!

Looks like those of you who last week suspected that there was more going on between Richard and Ellis Grey - you were right! Good sleuthing on your part. :)

[DiscoDiva]

I thought the theme was mother/daughter relationships!

[katmg]

I think the Alex not passing his test will be an interesting story to see play out...I'm looking forward to that one!

Christina and Dr. Burke - Loved it! So, so perfect.

[Txfish]

Great show, as usual -- I loved seeing Miranda a little more in-depth. That was a great story line with her CF patient. And I *loved* her retort to McDreamy about being stuck between two wonderful women and how no one is going to choose for him.

Burke on the bed with Christina, well it just broke my heart. Cried and cried. LOL What a sap I am!

Also funny: when they were discussing Christina and how she's FINE, and is showing no emotion, "Like she's missing a soul" and George says, "Man, she's going to be a great surgeon" LOL

The divorce thing is actually making me happy; I really like how they're showing Addison being a decent person who is clearly fighting for him, and how he's really giving it thought. I'd have hated it if he just signed them and handed them back to her. Still so torn between Addison and Meredith for Derek.

Richard & Ellis -- I guessed that, too, but I was touched by how tender he was with her when they met up in pre-op. I think it is so cool how they showed her former brilliance coming out in her lucid moments... has added a lot of dimension to her as an Alzheimer's patient.

And finally poor George, and I thought the nurse was hysterical that kept making fun of him for losing her. ;)

[nylons73]

I thought the theme was mother/daughter relationships!

I don't think so. The 'voice overs' are always a clue to what the theme is, and the voice overs last night were all about denial. Plus, every single storyline had something to do with denial. Only Meredith and Cristina's storylines had to do with Mother-Daughter stuff.


Txfish - I also loved George's line about "Man - she's going to be a great surgeon!" hee hee

[Natasha]

I had a feeling about the Chief and Meredith's mom, but FH was caught totally off guard. I was waiting all episode for Burke to lie down with Christina, and was totally surprised he did it in front of her mom with the door open! I really like him... Man, this is by far the most exciting show for me to watch all week. I hope it hangs on for a while!

[Michelle]

This has definately become my favorite show. I love it! :) I loved all of the story lines last night, I can't wait until next week!

I still think that they need to have somebody who actually lives in Seattle to consult with the writers because sometimes they are really off with small details. The two that really stand out to me so far are...

1 - The use of umbrellas when it is barely raining (we hardly ever use umbrellas in Seattle!)
2 - Last night when Christina said she wanted a mocha latte (I have not heard that term since back in the day when espresso was just emerging. Just call it a mocha!)

But other than those small details, I love the show!!!! :)

[mel7dog]

Is the woman who plays Addison the same woman who played Sandra Oh's girlfriend in "Under the Tuscan Sun"?

No no! Here's a pic

http://images.allmoviephoto.com/2003_Under_the_Tuscan_Sun/2003_under_the_tuscan_sun_005.jpg

[Freckles]

Posted by TxFish: The divorce thing is actually making me happy; I really like how they're showing Addison being a decent person who is clearly fighting for him, and how he's really giving it thought. I'd have hated it if he just signed them and handed them back to her. Still so torn between Addison and Meredith for Derek.

I totally agree with you. I feel for everyone in the situation, and I appreciate that all the characters have their strengths and flaws.

And just like so many of you I was so touched by the end scene when Burke comforted Christina....heartbreakingly beautiful.

And I definitely saw that Meredith's Mom had a relationship with the Chief back in the day---weird how that kiss brought her back to 'reality' or 'non-reality' of sorts.:(

I was really sad for Miranda---her moment of denial ended in such a sad state. I wanted so badly to give her a hug.

[DiscoDiva]

I don't think so. The 'voice overs' are always a clue to what the theme is, and the voice overs last night were all about denial. Plus, every single storyline had something to do with denial. Only Meredith and Cristina's storylines had to do with Mother-Daughter stuff.
Oh, I agree. I was saying that until I read about the theme being 'denial', I thought it was mothers/daughters. I don't listen to the voice-over at the end, because if I do, I don't see what's being show on the screen (or it doesn't 'register' with me). Does that make sense?

[Txfish]

Disco, that's so funny. This is the only show I can remember where they do a voice-over and I can't concentrate on both the voice and the visuals at once LOL I thought it was just me, being pg and losing my multi-tasking ability -- glad to know I'm not the only one! I have to rewind every week, so I can watch the first time and then listen the second time and connect the visuals.

[nylons73]

Oh, I agree. I was saying that until I read about the theme being 'denial', I thought it was mothers/daughters. I don't listen to the voice-over at the end, because if I do, I don't see what's being show on the screen (or it doesn't 'register' with me). Does that make sense?

Makes total sense! I seem to be in the minority b/c I can hear the voice overs and take in what's happening on the screen (like last night, the voice over was about denial and the 'picture' was of Meredith meeting Dr. McDreamy for a drink and seeing that he had not signed the divorce papers.) It's odd because ~usually~ I am terrible at multi-tasking! :)

[stevesbabygirl]

Great episode! I loved all the moments that you have all touched on, very moving.

From others' reactions, I appear to be the only one who thought it was funny when Christina started crying. I didn't get the sense that it was a sad scene at all.

[paiger]

From others' reactions, I appear to be the only one who thought it was funny when Christina started crying. I didn't get the sense that it was a sad scene at all.
I laughed! Granted it was a weird crying/laughing thing, but I definitely found it funny esp the 'somebody sedate me'. I think the scene w/ Burke was more 'bring tears to my eyes', but when she started crying, it was really funny.

[mel7dog]

Great episode! I loved all the moments that you have all touched on, very moving.

From others' reactions, I appear to be the only one who thought it was funny when Christina started crying. I didn't get the sense that it was a sad scene at all.

I laughed at first, but then cried when Burke came in

[Katy]

lilke everyone else, I loved the scene with Christina and Burke. I think that it was so great that he just got in the bed to hold her in front of everyone's sight (although it did appear to be later in the evening so maybe no one would see).

[DiscoDiva]

It was funny when Christina said, "Someone sedate me!" but it wasn't funny when she looked at Burke with a sad expression and he got in bed with her.

[KristyK]

OMG, I just love this show! I was bawling through most of it, guess I shouldn't watch when I'm pms'ing.

Christina and Burke, that was the end, I was just in tears!

All the story lines you all mentioned, Miranda, the trio, poor George. This whole show has me going!! I don't want it to end. OH, and I also wanted to hug Miranda, I felt so horrible for her! I loved what she said to Dr. McDreamy though, and she's right!

Can't wait for next week!!! I hate the waiting, I want to protest, I want this show to come on every night! :D

[ssstephanie]

Did anyone notice whether or not the guy who died, Jeremiah, was Thomas Ian Nicholas from American Pie? I could have sworn it was him but wasn't 100% sure.

I also loved the scene bw/ Burke and Christina. The fact that he was so open about comforting her makes me wonder if she was open to it, would they pursue a serious relationship. I totally think they could!

I think i sort of felt it coming when the Chief and Dr. Grey kissed. Something about their past relationship seemed way too close. I don't know that he'd be the type to cheat on his wife but maybe there was some sort of an encounter when Dr. Grey was going through relationship troubles with her husband. Does this make sense?

Okay, what is going on with Izzy and Alex!!!!! I am dying to know why she'll stop speaking to him after their date next week. Maybe he kissed and told?

[kadee_29]

Did anyone notice whether or not the guy who died, Jeremiah, was Thomas Ian Nicholas from American Pie? I could have sworn it was him but wasn't 100% sure. Yes it was. I had to ask DH about it because I wasn't too sure but he said it was.

I also just checked on imdb.com and its listed on his TV appearances.

[meatpie]

OMG, I just love this show! I was bawling through most of it, guess I shouldn't watch when I'm pms'ing.

Christina and Burke, that was the end, I was just in tears!


Try watching this show when you are almost 6 months pregnant. I'm an emotional wreck after Extreme Home Makeover and now Grey's Anatomy. :D

[Katy]

I was wondering who that guy was. He looked and sounded so familiar, but I couldn't place it.

[ssstephanie]

Yes it was. I had to ask DH about it because I wasn't too sure but he said it was.

I also just checked on imdb.com and its listed on his TV appearances.

I don't know what it is about him but he is almost unrecognizable to me. He was also in the movie Rules of Attraction and I only figured it out after seeing it about 10 times.

[cc8]

I finally got around to watching this past week's Grey's Anatomy (I had Tivo-ed it). LOVE THIS SHOW! I had suspected something btwn Meredith's mom and the Head Guy previously b/c I thought it was interesting how the Head Guy was so stuck on making sure Meredith's mom was taken care of.

I'm not sure what I think about the story line btwn Izzy and that other doctor. It seems a little forced maybe?

[Txfish]

LOL - about the guy who played Jeremiah; the first thing I thought of was he was the kid in Rookie of the Year!

I do remember him being in American Pie now.

[DiscoDiva]

Try watching this show when you are almost 6 months pregnant. I'm an emotional wreck after Extreme Home Makeover and now Grey's Anatomy. :D
LOL! :D

[mrs_pell]

Okay, what is going on with Izzy and Alex!!!!! I am dying to know why she'll stop speaking to him after their date next week. Maybe he kissed and told?

My thoughts? I think he has a girlfriend. He just seemed way too uncomfortable with all the "cheating" talk that was going on, and at one point right after someone was talking about cheating, the voiceover was talking about "denial" when it was showing his face. Granted, I'm probably TOTALLY off on this, but that was my first thought when I was watching it Sunday night (and of course, now I've slept twice since then and can't remember exactly how exactly the conversations went, or who they were with! :o

[KristyK]

Try watching this show when you are almost 6 months pregnant. I'm an emotional wreck after Extreme Home Makeover and now Grey's Anatomy.

OMG, I was so hormonal, but not pregnant (thank goodness!:D ) , I had to shut off Extreme Homemakeover (it's tivo'd tho!), and this was tivo'd too, so then I watched this on Monday while pms'ing....wow, can't imagine it pregnant, the 2 shows on the same night, you poor thing! :D

[Regina Phalange]

Yay! I haven't been in this thread in three days but now I've finally watched my Tivo'd GA and it was wonderful!

I was one that suspected something btwn Ellis and the Chef so as soon as he took George off the case, I knew something was going to happen. He handled it so well, very gentle.

I also laughed during the Christina cry. I laughed up until the point where she is just lying on the bed by herself and Burke walks in, then I started crying like a baby. BTW, he looked hot in non-scrubs!

Not sure what is up with Alex. Couldn't tell if he was affected by the 'cheating' ordeal because he is cheating on someone or if he was affected by not passing his test and now he is going back to being ole jerk off Alex.

And because of the guy that was shot in his head, Dr. McDreamy will not be signing the divorce papers. Still not sure how I feel about that. I torn because I loved him with Meredith but I understand the need to keep a family together.

GREAT SHOW! I'm so glad this show has really one uped itself because my other three shows are just falling short: Alias, Desperate Housewives, Gilmore Girls.

[ssstephanie]

My thoughts? I think he has a girlfriend. He just seemed way too uncomfortable with all the "cheating" talk that was going on, and at one point right after someone was talking about cheating, the voiceover was talking about "denial" when it was showing his face. Granted, I'm probably TOTALLY off on this, but that was my first thought when I was watching it Sunday night (and of course, now I've slept twice since then and can't remember exactly how exactly the conversations went, or who they were with! :o

I hadn't even thought of that! Alex hasn't really struck me as the serious relationship type, but you never know.

I have a feeling whatever it is that pissed Izzy off will be very short-lived. She might ignore him for an entire episode but there is way too much sexual tension b/w them for the relationship to end so quickly.

[paiger]

My thoughts? I think he has a girlfriend. He just seemed way too uncomfortable with all the "cheating" talk that was going on, and at one point right after someone was talking about cheating, the voiceover was talking about "denial" when it was showing his face. Granted, I'm probably TOTALLY off on this, but that was my first thought when I was watching it Sunday night (and of course, now I've slept twice since then and can't remember exactly how exactly the conversations went, or who they were with! :o

I think the denial had something to do w/ the fact that he didn't pass his boards, but he didn't tell anyone. I think he was rude to her when he saw her, b/c he is probably building some 'walls' to protect himself from coming across as not smart since he didn't pass his boards. He might be really bad at taking tests, or he is too arrogant to study. I think that he's going to break about it, and Izzy is going to help him, which will be hard for him to accept help from someone.

[mrs_pell]

Bumping for tonight! The world series is just gonna have to go on w/out me watching for this one hour. Can't miss this show! :D

[jarm]

You can switch back and check to see what's going on during commercials...I'm sure in true ABC fashion, there will be plenty.

[mrs_pell]

*sigh* This show just gets better and better every single week! I loved all of the story lines! Spoilers below for those who haven't seen the show yet.














The part with Christina was absolutely KILLING me! :D When Miranda walked by, I was laughing out loud!

George was awesome, as always...from the beginning till the end..."besides...I touched a heart!" LOL

Alex really freaked out, huh? Do we think that this is all b/c of his failed boards? I'm thinking there really may be something else going on with that, but I don't know what yet.

Derek and Meredith are killing me. I want him with Meredith so bad, but I just don't think it's going to happen. Hopefully, I'm wrong, but if it does, I don't think it will happen just yet. I felt so bad for her at the end. :(

Oh, and the part with the Shaman (sp??)...we actually had a patient at our hospital who had one come in all the time. It was pretty odd.

[Regina Phalange]

Great episode tonight but REALLY looking forward to next week.

I'm a little torn about Meredith's plea for Derek. Part of me wishes she would back off and let the possibility of a family staying together happen. But the other part of me wants her to win Derek back because his wife did cheat on him!

[nylons73]

Loved it, loved it, loved it - what more can I say! :D

I thought the Cristina part was hilarious as well. They picked the perfect resident to have to make up 'porn' stories! hee hee

I'm thinking that Meredith and Derek don't get together (at least for now.) A lot was revealed about Ellis Grey's life last night and one of the things I found most poignant was that she had loved someone who was married, and he (in her words) 'doesn't love her, but will stay with her because she's his wife.' The fact that Ellis blurted this out to Meredith, and Meredith so easily applied what her mother said to her OWN situation, was something that made me think that she's going to repeat her mother's fate.

I loved the way the writers played with us. They showed us Meredith waiting at the bar, and then, who walks in first, when we all are expecting McDreamy? GEORGE! :) That was very cute, and I hope some foreshadowing :) George deserves a shot! :)

BTW- mrs_pell - I totally agree with you about George cracking us up the whole epsiode. "I touched a heart! LOL." It was a cool scene (near the end) to see George surrounded by all of the cops, being the 'hero' of the day. :) Hilarious also were Burke's reactions to George's attempts/sayings. Burke's face was priceless throughout the whole thing. I loved when George said 'I didn't cut the heart or lungs Dr. Burke, I didn't cut them!!!" LOL

I am glad George told Alex why Izzy was pissed. Gives Alex a chance to redeem himself with her (if he wants to.)

[kemaji]

Can anyone post a recap of last night's show? I wasn't able to watch it...

[sublime311]

I don't get how I forgot to watch last night! At 8:40, I was excited because there were only 20 minutes left and then I woke up this morning and realized that I FORGOT to watch!! UGH!

Maybe I was abducted by aliens..?

[mel7dog]

The baby was so tired last night ;) we fell asleep during the 15 min!! I woke up to see the closing seen, bummer!

I LOVE George! I really hope he finds a nice girl because he deserves it!

Izzy looked so pretty for the ate and was so excited. Alex sucks! I'm sure he is weird because of failing the test. Same reason her froze during the surgery. I think he no longer feels confident in him self :o

[michael'sbride]

OMG...Last night's show was so great! I even said so to myself, outloud, while I was watching it!

-I actually feel something for Alex. Not sure what's going on with him, it seems that it has to do with not passing the boards...he definetly doesn't want Izzy to know, seems like maybe its made him lose his mojo?

-Christina was hysterical with the porn scenes. I also loved that scene with her and Burke at the end when she says "ok, we're a couple, don't make a big deal about it". She had the biggest smile on her face.

-George was great with the surgery. He so needed that confidence and the rest of the Dr's needed to see him be so good. I hope this helps him become more sure of himself...and perhaps make a play for Merideth?

-Poor Ellis....I felt bad watching the scenes with her and the chief. They have some pretty complicated history and then to see the correlation between her and Merideth. Wow.

-As for Merideth and Dr. Dreamy. I feel bad for her but it almost seemed like she realized that she pushed him away so she had to rally him back into her corner. I kind of like Derek's wife (can't remember her name)...why did they have to make her such a likeable character? I can't wait to see how their relationships play out.

Man, this is the best show on TV right now!

[sublime311]

Doh! Thanks for making me feel better about missing it last night! I'm such a dork!

[Katy]

I'm thinking that Meredith and Derek don't get together (at least for now.) A lot was revealed about Ellis Grey's life last night and one of the things I found most poignant was that she had loved someone who was married, and he (in her words) 'doesn't love her, but will stay with her because she's his wife.' The fact that Ellis blurted this out to Meredith, and Meredith so easily applied what her mother said to her OWN situation, was something that made me think that she's going to repeat her mother's fate.I remember this part, but interestingly enough, I didn't *get* that it was also about Meredith. How strange. Good show though.

[Happy1]

I was just cracking up too when Christina had to talk porn to the patient because it was the only thing that got rid of his pain (for those of you that didn't see it, he was allergic to most pain meds and a doc perscribed porn to him because it releases certain endorphines into the system that can help rid pain).

I was so happy that George finally got some good recognition last night.

I also agree that Meredith and Derek don't get together. It keeps something for future shows. $10 says Derek's sorta-wife ends up cheating on him again and that will be when he finally breaks up with her. Meredith strikes me the same as ER's Abby-the one you'd love to see hook up with someone but never really does.

Oh shoot-I forgot her name. The shorter woman with the short, black hair that takes all the residents around? Anyway, I really am beginning to like her character more and more. The first show I thought she was just a you-know-what but the more things develop, the more I like her and the more some of her softer side shows.

Nikki :D

[michael'sbride]

Here's a brief recap...

George perfored heart surgery solo in an elevator b/c the power went out and the hospital was running on a backup generator, Alex was in the elevator too, but chickend out (probably because he didn't pass the boards).

Izzy and Alex's date was a disaster and he didn't kiss her at the end of the night. She was mad at him and he didn't seem to be himself the whole episode.

Burke put Christina on the spot and asked where they stood. Christina had to deal with a patient that used porn to manage his pain and she ended up talking dirty to him when the TV in his room didn't work and his pain level went way up (hysterical scenes) and Cristina decided to give it a go with Burke.

Dr. Bailey has been married for 10 years and nobody knew about it.

Merideth's mom is being released from the hospital. We come to learn that Ellis and the Chief had a relationship when they were residents. She left her husband to be with him but he didn't leave his wife. They ended up on different coasts.

Merideth was pushing Derek away when she learned that he was having a hard time signing the divorce papers and finally he broke down and said that Addison had been his family for 11 years...11 birthdays, holidays, thanksgivings, and its not easy to walk away from your family. He said he deserved a little time to reflect and some understanding from Merideth.

Meanwhile, Merideth and Derek had a patient who refused surgery to keep her from permenant paralysis because it was against her fathers beliefs. they has a Shaman come in and perform a ritual to find her lost soul.

Merideth finally says this to Derek...

"Your choice, it's simple her or me and im sure she is really great but Derek I love you in a reall,y really, big... pretend to like your taste in music, let you eat the last piece of cheescake, hold a radio over my head outside your window, unfortunte a way that makes me hate you, love you. So pick me, choose me, love me."

(ETA THat was SUCH a great scene)

She told Derek that she would be at Joe's and if he chose her he would find her there. THey show Merideth waiting at the Bar watching the door and Derek at the hospital just sitting there. He never showed up at the bar.

Whew....that should catch you up!

[kam]

I remember this part, but interestingly enough, I didn't *get* that it was also about Meredith. How strange. Good show though.

I didn't get that either, but it makes a lot of sense! Love George. Poor guy.

[ssstephanie]

I loved the Christina and the porn scene! Hilarious!

I understand that Alex might have immediately put up a wall after speaking with Ellis about not taking the board exam, but what if he is toying with the thought that surgery isn't for him? That could be eating him up inside too. Especially since he practically lost it in the elevator. Who knows. But definitely things are not over b/w he and Izzy.

When Dr. Grey first told Meredith thing thing about how "he's married and won't leave his wife," etc., I thought she was talking about Meredith! It took me a sec to put two and two together and figure out she was talking about herself and Dr. Ellis. Do you guys think Meredith knew exactly who she was talking about?

Meredith is beginning to act pathetic w/ Shepard IMO. Of course he's not going to choose her now that she's laid it all out there. And btw, doesn't George have a secret thing for Meredith? I totally think he should be given a shot. He needs to toughen up a bit and not wear his heart on his sleeve.

I loved the scene b/w Christina and Dr. Burke. I cannot wait to see how their relationship unfolds.

[katmg]

Oh shoot-I forgot her name. The shorter woman with the short, black hair that takes all the residents around? Anyway, I really am beginning to like her character more and more. The first show I thought she was just a you-know-what but the more things develop, the more I like her and the more some of her softer side shows.

Dr. Bailey. Miranda? I agree - I thought she was great last night. I really liked the part where the Chief asked her whose butt he should kick for not having a working back-up generator and she says, "Yours, Chief." Priceless! It's fun seeing her character develop into more than just a one-sided beyotch.

[nylons73]

I loved the Christina and the porn scene! Hilarious!

I understand that Alex might have immediately put up a wall after speaking with Ellis about not taking the board exam, but what if he is toying with the thought that surgery isn't for him? That could be eating him up inside too. Especially since he practically lost it in the elevator. Who knows. But definitely things are not over b/w he and Izzy.

When Dr. Grey first told Meredith thing thing about how "he's married and won't leave his wife," etc., I thought she was talking about Meredith! It took me a sec to put two and two together and figure out she was talking about herself and Dr. Ellis. Do you guys think Meredith knew exactly who she was talking about?

Meredith is beginning to act pathetic w/ Shepard IMO. Of course he's not going to choose her now that she's laid it all out there. And btw, doesn't George have a secret thing for Meredith? I totally think he should be given a shot. He needs to toughen up a bit and not wear his heart on his sleeve.


Ok, I am going to try to clarify for you Stephanie :)

1. Cristina is the one who gets together with Dr. Burke ( it's spelled without the H)

2. Dr. Grey's name is Dr. Ellis Grey. Alex never talked to 'Ellis' about his boards. Ellis has Alzheimers and is Meredith's mother. Alex spoke with 'Richard' about his boards. 'Richard' is the Chief of Surgery at the hospital. It is revealed during last night's episode that Richard (the Chief) and Dr. Ellis Grey had a relationship when they were both residents.

To answer your question about - does Meredith know what Ellis (her mother) was talking about - I think at first she didn't. At first, the words struck her so close to the heart, that she assumed her mom was having a moment of 'present day clarity' and was talking to her daughter about McDreamy. Then, at the very end, I think Meredith~might~ get it because she looks directly at the Chief as Ellis is rolled out the room. I think the look can be taken two ways. either 1. she figured out the relationship between her mom and the Chief or 2. she is embarrassed that the Chief overheard her mother's comments about the Dr. Shepard situation. It's a tough call.

I don't think Meredith was pathetic. I think that she felt that if she didn't say something to the contrary, then she would have just 'given' Dr. Shepard away. She told him earlier 'I am out of this!' The she saw the way he looked at his wife and I think she realized that she wasn't even fighting for him. At least she stood up and fought for what she wanted instead of just backing down.

I forgot to mention earlier (not that I haven't already written a novel here, oops) about the Shaman -etc. The people who were featured were 'supposedly' Hmong. That was neat. The Hmong community is huge in my home state of Minnesota (where I grew up.) They hold a lot of interesting religious beliefs, some of which were discussed last night. The Hmong were/are Vietnamese Mountain people who fought on the side of the US during the Vietnam War. When the war was over, the US rewarded these brave people with refuge in the US. Most of the Hmong moved to Fresno California and St. Paul, Minnesota, since this is where their Elders moved. (the importance of the Elders was highlighted last night as well.) Anywho, this is the first time I have ever heard of the Hmong being mentioned on network TV and that was cool to see. The actors portraying the Hmong people were not Hmong looking, really, but I give points to ABC for even bringing in the story line!!!

[michael'sbride]

I didn't think that Merideth was pathetic either. She was pushing him away and trying to 'do the right thing' and 'didn't want to be that woman who took a man away from his wife'. Then when he finally spoke up about what was going on with him not signing the divorce papers she realized that he was only helping to push him right back to Addison. She realized that if she didn;t make her feelings know that he would go right back, especially if he was already having doubts.

[ssstephanie]

Ok, I am going to try to clarify for you Stephanie :)

1. Cristina is the one who gets together with Dr. Burke ( it's spelled without the H)

2. Dr. Grey's name is Dr. Ellis Grey. Alex never talked to 'Ellis' about his boards. Ellis has Alzheimers and is Meredith's mother. Alex spoke with 'Richard' about his boards. 'Richard' is the Chief of Surgery at the hospital. It is revealed during last night's episode that Richard (the Chief) and Dr. Ellis Grey had a relationship when they were both residents.

To answer your question about - does Meredith know what Ellis (her mother) was talking about - I think at first she didn't. At first, the words struck her so close to the heart, that she assumed her mom was having a moment of 'present day clarity' and was talking to her daughter about McDreamy. Then, at the very end, I think Meredith~might~ get it because she looks directly at the Chief as Ellis is rolled out the room. I think the look can be taken two ways. either 1. she figured out the relationship between her mom and the Chief or 2. she is embarrassed that the Chief overheard her mother's comments about the Dr. Shepard situation. It's a tough call.

I don't think Meredith was pathetic. I think that she felt that if she didn't say something to the contrary, then she would have just 'given' Dr. Shepard away. She told him earlier 'I am out of this!' The she saw the way he looked at his wife and I think she realized that she wasn't even fighting for him. At least she stood up and fought for what she wanted instead of just backing down.

I forgot to mention earlier (not that I haven't already written a novel here, oops) about the Shaman -etc. The people who were featured were 'supposedly' Hmong. That was neat. The Hmong community is huge in my home state of Minnesota (where I grew up.) They hold a lot of interesting religious beliefs, some of which were discussed last night. The Hmong were/are Vietnamese Mountain people who fought on the side of the US during the Vietnam War. When the war was over, the US rewarded these brave people with refuge in the US. Most of the Hmong moved to Fresno California and St. Paul, Minnesota, since this is where their Elders moved. (the importance of the Elders was highlighted last night as well.) Anywho, this is the first time I have ever heard of the Hmong being mentioned on network TV and that was cool to see. The actors portraying the Hmong people were not Hmong looking, really, but I give points to ABC for even bringing in the story line!!!

Thanks for all the clarification. Most of my question marks are rhetorical. Please don't mind me.

Meredith IS pathetic, IMO.

[Linnybubbles]

Did any Lost fans notice that the girl with the Shaman's dad was Marvin Candle from the Dharma training video? It was all I could think of when I was watching it.

[stevesbabygirl]

Oh my God, I was looking at that guy all last night, knowing that I had seen him from something! Thank you!

[KristyK]

I love this show!!!

I too didn't "get it" with the Ellis and Meredith thing, until I read it on here, after watching it! It does reflect things!

I think Alex' whole problem with his distance and non-confidence is all having to do with not passing his boards. They made him so likeable, then NOT, poor Izzy, although she does have cute clothes, loved the flowered dress and the light sweater with the pearly beads on it!

Loved Burke & Cristina and also George! He's got a lot going for him! Also Miranda, who knew she could be a hottie! Loved her dress too! Can you tell I'm on a clothes kick this week! LOL Anything is better than those blue scrubs!

Once again, can't wait for next week!

[Freckles]

Fabulous episode per usual. It never disappoints---It is seriously my favorite show in YEARS.

Did any Lost fans notice that the girl with the Shaman's dad was Marvin Candle from the Dharma training video? It was all I could think of when I was watching it.

Thanks for this. It was driving me crazy.

[adamseve]

"Did any Lost fans notice that the girl with the Shaman's dad was Marvin Candle from the Dharma training video? It was all I could think of when I was watching it."

YES! It was so distracting; he creeped me out.

[mlfallis]

FYI - Have kleenex handy.

Great eposide, but kleenex is defiently needed

[mrs_pell]

FYI - Have kleenex handy.

Great eposide, but kleenex is defiently needed

You've already seen it???

[kadee_29]

I am guessing tonight is a repeat seeing that DH is. I have no idea. The info button on my Dish says something about a train wreck but I don't remember all of the shows.

Next week will start the craziness only known as November sweeps.

[mrs_pell]

I am guessing tonight is a repeat seeing that DH is. I have no idea. The info button on my Dish says something about a train wreck but I don't remember all of the shows.

Next week will start the craziness only known as November sweeps.

No...tonight's GA is new!! And supposedly *the* episode you *can't* miss!

[kadee_29]

I am glad I came back to check this then!!! I was just going to go to bed early. Thank you thank you thank you!!!!

[jarm]

Yahooo for November sweeps!

[ssstephanie]

oooh yay! It's still only 6.30p here in California and I am soooo excited about tonights episode.

[mrs_pell]

At least it had BETTER be. I swear that ABC was showing previews for DH as a "new" episode for this week, and then they put on a repeat.

I DID see a preview for tonight's GA during Extreme Makeover Home Edition and it was for a new one.

[lbs27]

ARGH!!!! Stupid Patriots are on! WTF?! Why is football on Sunday night? The game just started at 8:30, so I'm guessing it will go until at least 11. Ugh. I wonder if they will play GA after the news? I have no way of knowing though. I'm so annoyed--my Sunday night pleasure. I hope one of you ladies can post a recap in case I can't find a replay at any time. Any other New Englanders in this thread?

I have some work to do that I was going to put off until 11, I guess now I can get an earlier start--lucky me. :mad:

[craftyT]

FYI - Have kleenex handy.

Great eposide, but kleenex is defiently needed

More like a BOX (or BOXES) of Kleenex ready... such a good show tonight - but definitely sad... very sad :(

[mrs_pell]

ARGH!!!! Stupid Patriots are on! WTF?! Why is football on Sunday night? The game just started at 8:30, so I'm guessing it will go until at least 11. Ugh. I wonder if they will play GA after the news? I have no way of knowing though. I'm so annoyed--my Sunday night pleasure. I hope one of you ladies can post a recap in case I can't find a replay at any time. Any other New Englanders in this thread?

I have some work to do that I was going to put off until 11, I guess now I can get an earlier start--lucky me. :mad:

Why is that game on ABC??? It should be on ESPN only. That's messed up. Sorry!! :(

[PGirl26]

Ugh. I cried with this episode as well. But not too happy with Dr. McDreamy. Not happy at all. Boo.

[mrs_pell]

But not too happy with Dr. McDreamy. Not happy at all. Boo.

Yeah...me either. It was NOT nice of him to let her wonder all night long, smiling at her, nodding at her, etc. Ugh. AND...I absolutely HATED the end of it, when he and Addison were walking out of the hospital together. Bleh. I think I need a new icon now. :(

[craftyT]

Yeah...me either. It was NOT nice of him to let her wonder all night long, smiling at her, nodding at her, etc. Ugh. AND...I absolutely HATED the end of it, when he and Addison were walking out of the hospital together. Bleh. :(

ITA :mad:

But based on the previews... there may still be some hope - otherwise, I'm switching to George's team! :D

[mrs_pell]

ITA :mad:

But based on the previews... there may still be some hope - otherwise, I'm switching to George's team! :D

Ohhhh...I missed the previews! What did they show??

[craftyT]

Ohhhh...I missed the previews! What did they show??

In a nutshell - everyone was kissing ;) But it was going so fast I had to rewind to make sure I saw what I saw... Grey and McDreamy were in fact kissing next week. That's all I wanted to see past that point... oh, except at the end, they did show a guy that looked pregnant :eek:

[Natasha]

I am an official George supporter now. Oh, dear Lord, I bawled my eyes out tonight. This is, IMHO, the greatest show on television. I love this show!

[Katy]

Yep, I cried too. Great episode and damn that McDreamy. He let me down man :shakinghead:

[ejs]

Great episode! It broke my heart when Meredith was saying that they couldn't abandon the woman. A part of me kept holding out hope for the fairytale TV ending and that she'd be ok.

I think McDreamy is a wimp! He owes his wife nothing. And the quote he gave the dead woman's bf/DH (?) sounded like he was speaking his feelings for Meredith.

[mel7dog]

Oh my gosh I was so tired due to the time change I fell asleep at abou 20-25 past :eek: I can't believe this was the eopisode not to miss. Can someone please direct me to a recap?! TIA

[Freckles]

I guess I'm the only one that found Meredith a bit self-centered in this episode.:o I know her heart is breaking, but sometimes this season she's a bit annoying to me. I have to respect Addison, and I think it's more fun to have a love triangle vs just putting Meredith & McDreamy together so simply, but maybe that's just me.:p

The acting was superb even with the guest actors, especially the two on the pole together....I cried like a baby over that situation. So, so sad.
Anyone have any thoughts on whether Alex will be in some trouble over losing the woman that he never realized was injured?

[RobynScott]

OK - I missed the episode too - completely! I fell asleep - I think DH DVR'ed it for me - but even that was not until like 10:20 :(

I guess Dr. Shepard did not show up at the bar? Can anyone recap the rest of the episode?

Thanks!

[mlfallis]

You've already seen it???


Yep I can see it 7-8pm. I get BellExpressVu and can see it when they show it on the east coast.

[pride&prejudice]

FYI - Have kleenex handy.

Great eposide, but kleenex is defiently needed

Oh gosh, I'm glad I wasn't the only one. I had to keep from crying, and its the first episode that DH watched with me. I looked over and I think he was crying too.

[michael'sbride]

Smart...Smart...Smart show. I just LOVE that they tell intelligent stories.

My heart broke for the two people on the pole. I think that after working with the Chief, Alex will regain his mojo (hence, the help yourself comment in the voice-over). I LOVED the scene between Christina and Burke when she was looking for the leg and wanted him to help because he is her boyfriend. So Funny!

As much as I hate to admit it, I'm glad that they haven't just given in and put McDreamy and Merideth together. I kind-a like Addision at this point. At the end of the day I want to see McD and Meri together but for now, its interesting to see how they will get there.

[DiscoDiva]

I too cried my eyes out when the 2 pole people were getting ready to go into surgery! As far as Dr. McDreamy goes, I don't blame him for trying one more time with his wife. I've been through a divorce and it isn't that easy to just give up, regardless of the circumstances. You want to give it every try to make sure you made the right decision. But, that doesn't mean he doesn't have feelings for Meredith, which he obviously does.

[nylons73]

OK - I missed the episode too - completely! I fell asleep - I think DH DVR'ed it for me - but even that was not until like 10:20 :(

I guess Dr. Shepard did not show up at the bar? Can anyone recap the rest of the episode?

Thanks!

I will do my best, but a lot happened! :)

Ok, they started this episode at the same place where they left off the last one (but I guess you already knew that.) They show all of the surgical interns getting paged and running out, and then they show McDreamy showing up at the bar. The bartender tells him "Buddy - you're late," and then we show McDreamy getting paged and running out as well.

When the interns show back up, they are all trying to get their scubs and 'covers' on (those long sheet like things that they tie over themselves.) Anyhow, everyone is tying up each other, and then Bailey arrives, wearing the snazzy dress we saw her wear at the end of last episode. The interns did not see her all dressed up so this is their first time seeing her and they all stop and look at her. She asks Izzy to tie her up and then tells Alex "Get me my damn shoes" and throws her evening bag towards him. He leaves and brings back her 'comfy' shoes and she changes out of her strappy sandals. In the interim (waiting for her shoes) Meredith tells Dr. Bailey that she's drunk. Bailey says for Meredith to not touch anybody or anything until she sobers up. She tells her also to give herself a 'Banana Bag' which I think is an IV bag of fluids, for the hangover. Meredith asks "Can't I just go home?" and Bailey says No, and that Meredith will be fine a few hours and able to help. Then Bailey adds ' Besides - If I'm not going home, nobody's going home. ;)

Then, one of the interns opens the 'intern area' door and they plunge into total chaos. They are stunned at what they see. Patients are continually being brought in from a giantic train wreck. Everything's hopping, and most of the patients seem badly hurt. The interns are all lined up next to Bailey as the paramedics are bringing people in. As the cases are called out, everybody goes 'ooh, ooh' and raises their hands. (except Meredith of course, who is drunk.) Bailey then selects the person for the case.

Cristina gets a man who has a lower right leg severed, but they have found the leg, and it will be a 'reattachment' surgery.

Izzy gets a woman who is in her third trimester and burned badly.

George gets an odd case of two people who are stuck together by a giant metal pole that is running through the middle of them. They are in such shock that they don't feel anything and are actually joking and talking to the doctors as they are brought in. We find out that they don't know each other. One is named Tom and looks to be a middle-aged African-American Male. The other name I can't remember but she is a blonde young twenty-something woman who is engaged to a man named Danny. Both patients say their families have been called and are on their way.

Alex gets assigned to just 'cover the ER' doing sutures and other little stuff. He is kind of pissed about this and he complains to Meredith that he has 'one bad day' and is relegated to menial work. Meredith takes this opportunity to ask Alex why he didn't kiss Izzy. Alex says something like 'Now is when I am leaving.' and Meredith tells Alex that she hopes he gets his 'mojo' back. :)

~posting so I don't lose this~ to be continued...

[michael'sbride]

I agree, DD. I would be totally unrealistic for McDreamy to just walk away from his marriage for Merideth, at least at this point. They haven't really developed any depth between the characters or given a reason why he would pick Merideth over his wife. It makes total sense to me that they would have him try one more time with Addision, have it not work for whatever reason, have Merideth help him pick up the pieces and then move on from there.

[michael'sbride]

The girl's name was Bonnie. I can't seem to get her out of my head today. :(

[DiscoDiva]

The girl's name was Bonnie. I can't seem to get her out of my head today. :(
Oh, that was so sad! She knew she was going in to surgery to die.... :(

The funniest thing about Bailey was when she was walking away from demanding her shoes and muttered, "