(Sane) Mad Men Preferred

I can't believe it was just yesterday that I watched the premiere. Or the day before since it's now past midnight. Overall, there was some things I liked and there were something that appalled me. I was especially happy to learn that Kiss aired on AMC.com (thanks for that tidbit I33), less this post would not be happening. Cut for spoilers.

The Children:
The ongoing oedipal complex Sally has with her father has to boil over soon. Though well done, it's getting ridiculous. Creeper vibes aside, I'm sad that Glenn's out of her life--he was a nice foil for Ms. Sally. When Eugene called out "bye daddy," I thought I'd pee my pants. I didn't which is great. Season four had world's best dad bitching about Eugene's paternal recognizance. I don't know why because Don Draper always wins.

Megan:
I've never wanted singing skillz more badly in my life. Her party number (both song choice & attire) were awesomesauce. I'm begrudgingly impressed by her character development. I was expecting something vapid, weak-will, and similar to carpet. She was surprisingly gun-ho, infinitely relatable, and somewhat apace to her husband. Things I did not like include her spat with Peggy. The dialogue fell apart for me and I wasn't even sure what the fuck she was complaining about. I know Peggy wasn't sure either as she sought out Don Draper in utter confusion. What I especially detested was how her anger devolved into sexual frustration. Huh? Sex as a weapon has never seemed so contrived. You think in fifteen months they would've developed something better. As usual, Don Draper wins.

Pete & Peggy
*coddles them* How bizzaro was it to see them argue over the baby? I can't even imagine all the bad mojo that baby had to withstand. Poor kid. Pete: two thumbs way up my ahole. No. That's rude. Although in a poorer neighborhood, he sure is growing up. I like that he's thinking and I sincerely hope that he can get all the good things at once. Peggy: I'm happy she was still with Abe??? She was on screen for like 5 minutes...3 of them listening to Megan whine.

Other Partners:
My heart nearly burst when Robert Morse was listed as a cast member. I love old men--they remind me of all the oppression I've faced in life. Roger Sterling had to wake up early for once in his life. Too bad Joan has to do that everyday. You'll get no sympathy from me. Pryce is getting is flirt on and I likes. I hope this season we learn how/why/apjaikni his father beat the shit out of him. Obviously, everyone knows that clients go to SCDP (and little c) for Don Draper, so he is the definite champion.

People of Color:
Holy cow batman. It's a Christmas miracle. I have to give the creators extra kudos for incorporating blacks into the series. There was no feasible way non-whites could've entered Don Draper's world without the aid of comedy (water bombs) in a professional capacity. Seriously well done. Don Draper's ad saves the day.

Don Draper:
Please don't ever stop being Don Draper. If you do, just think about how your wife doesn't love Dick Whitman. It's true, she said it to your face because she's a moron. I regret her actions for her. Please forgive us, Don Draper. You're the only one who could absolve us. We beg of you on our hands and knees in black lingerie.


Anywho, my mother is a serious sweet talker, and she got Time Warner to give us premium cable for free. Hopefully, that will be up & running by Sunday...if not until Monday.