The confusion continues as this time Callum gets what we had assumed were Jay's scenes in Tuesday's episode. What is going on?! After Ben spoke to Emma yesterday on Callum's advice, Callum's still not sure they should be dismissing her so quickly. He tries to get Ben to listen to him, but Ben is very… Continue reading 12th September, sort it
11th September, for Lexi’s sake
Well, that was unexpected - not least because the spoilers led us down a totally different path by mixing names up! It's Monday rush at Ballum's flat with everyone apparently running late. Jay late for a client, Ben late to take Lexi to the dentist (and to get her ready to go straight into school… Continue reading 11th September, for Lexi’s sake
The week ahead (week 37)
There's an unwelcome return this week, and what looks like a lot of confusion in how to deal with them. Mon 11th Sept - Lorraine NewmanEmma returns to Walford and reveals that she's worried about Lexi, who has been messaging her for weeks. Jay kicks Emma out, but Callum thinks that he needs to listen… Continue reading The week ahead (week 37)
6th September, a blip
Bit of an unexpected development in this ep, as well as a bit of build up to next week. It's Lexi's first day of secondary school, and everyone's turned out to see her off, including Billy and Honey. She tells them they didn't have to come, but they insist they did. Honey's got the phone… Continue reading 6th September, a blip
4th and 5th September, do your best
These scenes focused on Ben’s struggles around a big trigger (Lola not being here for a date he became fixated on helping her reach) and while being an excellent dad, his coping method came back into play. On Monday, we see Ben sitting on the sofa in the flat looking anxious, laptop on the table.… Continue reading 4th and 5th September, do your best
The week ahead (week 36)
After a week of Background Ballum, we're heading into a week that features some Dad Ballum. Mon 4th Sept - Kevin RundleBen and Lexi have an emotional day as they prepare for Lexi's first day of secondary school.Tues 5th Sept - Kevin RundleBen wants to drown his sorrows at The Vic, but Callum asks him… Continue reading The week ahead (week 36)
28th, 29th and 30th August, supposed to be dead
It's been a week for background Ballum as everything took place over one day - so we had three episodes of Ben and Callum in the Vic for Anna's 21st birthday party. On Monday we see them coming in with Felix and chatting near the door. Ben seems to take a bite of something right… Continue reading 28th, 29th and 30th August, supposed to be dead
22nd and 24th August, thoughts
We've had a couple of little scenes this week, most of them unexpected and continuing to show Ben voicing his struggles and doubts and trying to better himself. On Monday (or if you were watching on TV, Tuesday part one), we get a glimpse of Ben which was mostly so Phil could relay the importance… Continue reading 22nd and 24th August, thoughts
The week ahead (week 34)
Hello and welcome to the week ahead! We're still pretty quiet content wise, but Peter's back and Ben can't just let that slide... Mon 21st August - Pete LawsonBobby calls Peter after learning that Kathy – who's still away on honeymoon – has decided to sell the chippy.Tues 22nd August - Pete LawsonAfter a trip… Continue reading The week ahead (week 34)
10th August, help
It's been quite the week for Ben. And while he's taken the huge step of talking and reaching out, I think it's also clear there is still a way to go before Ben feels comfortable enough to talk about everything that's bothering him. The morning after Ballum's late night conversation, Callum checks in on Ben… Continue reading 10th August, help
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