Well, this episode was just full of knocks to Ben's confidence as a parent, and ends with him indicating to us how out of control he feels with his lunch order. We also had Callum casually agreeing to find out whether George killed his wife, so that's nice. It's Fathers Day, and Ben's been given… Continue reading 19th June, three ketchups
The week ahead (week 25)
It looks like most of the Ballum stuff this week takes place over the first half of the week, set on one day. And Callum's unofficial detective work seems to also serve the purpose of removing him from the situation Ben finds himself in that same day. Just a little warning for mentions of eating… Continue reading The week ahead (week 25)
14th & 15th June, see ourselves out
A bit of Callum to round off the week this week, still in detective mode. It's merely a glimpse on Wednesday, as Vinny sees Callum walking past and tries to stop him to ask him about his dad. At first Callum tells him he can't say anything and he's already late for work - and… Continue reading 14th & 15th June, see ourselves out
12th & 13th June, far away
That's one scene each we've had of Ballum so far this week - unexpected Ben, and some expected but minimal Callum last night. On Monday we see Ben at Kathy's, looking sombre at the dining table while Rocky sits with his coffee across from him, looking just a little bit uncomfortable. When Kathy approaches, Ben… Continue reading 12th & 13th June, far away
7th & 8th June, together (and the week ahead)
The latter half of this week saw the opening of Lola's memory box which resulted in a mixed bag of feelings for Ben. On Wednesday, Ben runs into Jay at the Minute Mart. He's been running to excess again; shirt soaked all the way through just like the day before. Things seem a little fragile… Continue reading 7th & 8th June, together (and the week ahead)
6th June, be brave
A little continuation from Monday last night, set on the same day. Ben's feeling out of his depth with Lexi, and with everything really. And true to form, he continues to open up to Callum a little bit and we hear some of what he's feeling. Ben approaches Jay in the market to apologise for… Continue reading 6th June, be brave
5th June, all that matters
Ben's certainly feeling the lack of control in this episode, hence him turning to his eating disorder to cope. Trigger warning for discussion of eating disorders in this post. Our first scene is our preview scene, featuring Ben running through the Square. By the time Callum catches up to him, coffee in hand like always,… Continue reading 5th June, all that matters
The week ahead (week 23)
Here's our week ahead for the first week of June, with a focus on trying to help Lexi through this difficult period. Mon 5th June - Kevin RundlePhil is less than impressed that Ben intends to sell the Arches to Sharon, but he's hellbent on the deal.Tues 6th June - Jonny O'NeillHaving sold The Arches,… Continue reading The week ahead (week 23)
1st June, here now
Well, what a devastating way for Ben to find out about Lola. And not only that but he has to face Lexi's anger that he wasn't there when she needed him, and the backlash for thinking he was going to get anywhere with a trial. The whole Square's come out to watch as Lola's taken… Continue reading 1st June, here now
31st May, goodbye Lo
Rest in peace Lola! While Callum got a few good moments in this ep, we now know that Ben didn't, in fact, make it to say goodbye. It's closing time at the Vic, and Callum's at the bar drinking up. I think he's at a bit of a loss over what to do - Ben's… Continue reading 31st May, goodbye Lo
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