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I clearly didn't read enough Black Stallion books when I was a kid.
The Adventures of the Black StallionThe Complete Second SeasonEpisodes 2.1-2.6Sometimes I choose not to be productive, and this usually leads to a blog entry. Such is the case today, because I had this fabulous romp through the first six episodes of ...
Wildfire: And then this happened, and then that happened, and then...
Wildfire4.2: The More Things Change (2)+ Brad's non-marriage proposal to Lavinia is impressive, because only Brad can suddenly non-propose to someone and make it look totally planned. (+2)+ Dani and Ashleigh are friends. I had no idea how much I wan...
Wildfire: I cannot quit you, show.
Wildfire4.1: The More Things Change (1)Season four of Wildfire is not out on DVD yet, and considering season three only came out recently I'm betting this season isn't going to find its way into stores until next year. Because there are no season fo...
Wildfire: Today we bring this freak show to an end.
Wildfire3.13: So Long PardnerThe Good:+ Hey, look! Jean/Ian interaction that seems to indicate actual attraction! Well, at least they're planting the seed now instead of springing it on us halfway through season four. (+1)+ Awesomely enough, Mike ...
Wildfire: I choose Brad, okay?
Wildfire3.12: Picking SidesSo I wound up taking a break for a good portion of this month. I don't know how that happened, but rest assured I am back with reviews. I'm finishing off season three of Wildfire, I've got a Canterwood Crest book in the w...
Wildfire: I have a feeling I'm being way too lenient.
Wildfire3.11: You Can't Count on MeThe Good:+ Rory. I've got to say, I liked him. (+4)+ Brad's busy with devious plotting in this episode. Since Townsend Prince has moved back to Townsend Acres, and Ashleigh is still riding him, Brad is sick of tw...
Wildfire: As it turns out, I can like this show after RJ. Who knew?
Wildfire3.10: DiplomacyI have to say that I unexpectedly liked the first post-RJ episode of season three. Let's see how this broke down, shall we?The Good:+ Dani trying to get over RJ and failing so miserably, allowing room for Brad comfort as she s...
This is what happens when I let family members influence my television viewing habits.
Fury1.1: Joey Finds a FriendBefriended by Jim Newton, a recently widowed horse rancher, Joey and Fury become fast friends at the Broken Wheel Ranch, where, along with their pals Pee Wee and Pokey, all their adventures begin. The other day I was talki...
Wildfire: Another tv show breaks my heart.
Wildfire3.9 HeartlessI really did not think I was going to handle this episode, and I am proud to announce that I did not cry! I just teared up a little, kind of.+ "It's not you, it's me." Mike tells Samantha it's over, and Samantha tags his shoddy...
Wildfire: "I don't know what this thing is!"
Wildfire3.8: The Goodbye+ I do grudgingly give Mike two points (+2) for seriously considering selling Wonder in the face of Ashleigh's crazy shrieking. It must be hard to remain composed when you're dealing with "a girl with a horse" and for that I ...
Wildfire: it's a love/hate thing.
Wildfire3.7: Push Me/Pull YouGlancing over my notes for this episode, Push Me/Pull You might be the first Wildfire episode that dips into the negative, as far as my random point scheme goes. I loathed this episode. However, for the interests of rou...
Wildfire: I watch season three for only one reason at this point.
Wildfire3.6: Kiss Kiss+ I have to admit to liking the opening Mike/Ashleigh scene. The music, the fog, the unrelenting, unresolved sexual tension...it did not totally offend me. But that's it. I can go no further than this. +2+ RJ/Dani. Seriousl...
Wildfire: Many, um, happy returns?
Wildfire3.5: Love vs. WorkLet's just jump right in...The Good:+ Because Mike and Ashleigh placed second in last episode's roping contest, the Lawyer In Charge deems that this means Mike has "done something" with the horse he was supposed to "do somet...
Wildfire: bring on the sexy antagonism!
Wildfire3.4: Close to HomeOh, you guys. You guys. Season three just brought out its secret weapon -- the only thing that could possibly divert my attention from gagging at the possibility of Ashleigh/Mike. This is a necessary move on the show's pa...
If we only could have moved on to a more realistic future...
Wildfire3.3: Moving OnI haven't a lot to say about this episode, which doesn't surprise me because the show is making some transitions here as it gets into the middle of the season. I guess you could say. Anyway. Points!The Good:+ Brad rides the m...
I just don't believe in the feud.
Wildfire3.2: The FeudThe Good:+ Ashleigh is busy riding horses like crazy in an attempt to earn back the money Tor stole, and she's so busy she doesn't notice that she runs into the saddling paddock in the wrong silks. Sure, this probably isn't at a...
Wildfire: I enjoy ridiculous point systems.
Wildfire3.1 Fairy Tale EndingsSeason 3 of Wildfire was recently released to DVD this spring, so by all means feel free to run out and buy a copy so you can keep up with the madness here at the blog.(Note: Don't stare at the cover for too long, becaus...
Saddle Club: In which Lisa nearly kicks it and Phil’s the only smart one
Saddle Club S.1.14 “Over the Bit”This episode opens with Lisa attempting to study for a geology test before her riding lesson. Carole and Stevie are their usual “helpful” selves, asking her: what’s more important, school or horses? Lisa m...
Wildfire: The Ritter Ramba!
Wildfire2.13: Close ShaveThe drama of this show jumped a few levels at the end of this season, frustrating me to no end because I loved season two. Right now, however, I would not be at all shocked if Mike suddenly procured an eye patch for himself ...
Pretty Woman isn't that entertaining, okay?
Wildfire2.11: Who Are YouI'm glad to see everyone is falling back into their former roles in this episode. Brad is wealthy, Mike is insecure yet somehow attractive to older women, Ashleigh will do anything for Wonder, Ian is cheap and far too dramat...
Wildfire: It's a question of moral relativism. Really!
Wildfire2.10: 51/49This is the famous airing of grievances while stuck in a barn episode. Well, they actually stay in the barn by choice, and mainly because Ashleigh refuses to leave Wonder's side despite what I believe is a healthy nonchalance on W...
Wildfire: I do not understand why I like this season so much.
Wildfire2.9: BreakdownSo, how wrong do you think this episode can get? All sorts of potentially awful things could happen in an episode titled "Breakdown," but first let's focus on the best thing first: Gary Stevens getting advice from Ashleigh!Yes,...
Wildfire: You really are incorruptible, aren't you?
Wildfire2.8 FearMyron Yeakel is back! And he's being all predictable. Remember how there was some indication that Ashleigh would be put in an unfortunate position due to her having seen Ruben (the dead guy) walk out of Ian's house? Well, the show ...
Wildfire: Ripping a page out of Thoroughbred.
Wildfire2.7 Taking OffThis episode is forgettable, which is not really my justification for having trouble remembering much of it. A few story arcs come to predictable ends, and Ashleigh really rolls out the "I'm a horse story main character!" bulls...
Wildfire: All you need to look like a mobster are sunglasses and a Town Car.
Wildfire2.6 Nothing Takes the Past Away Like the FutureThis episode is packing both sex and violence. What more could we want? Well, okay, the sex isn't Brad and Ashleigh, so that's mainly the downside. However, it is morally wrong, so that's the ups...
Wildfire: In which Mike actually doesn't make a mess of things!
Wildfire2.5 Family MattersThis episode opens up during a performance by James Blunt, who inevitably starts singing You're Beautiful right up until the point where he would normally say "fucking high." Of course, we can't say "fucking high" on ABC Fa...
Valuable Lesson #12091: Everyone online is a con artist or a stalker.
Wildfire2.4 Dangerous LiaisonsThe thing about season two of Wildfire is that I love it. Outside of that last episode about the random convict we don't care about, of course. Despite so much of it making no sense, this show is hilarious and wonderfu...
Wildfire: Remember that one time, when Ashleigh always got in pesky legal trouble?
Wildfire2.3: A Good Convict is Hard to FindIn this episode we are all not-so-gently reminded that Ashleigh is sort of an ex-con, which just sort of irritated me. Anyway, let's all hearken back to Ashleigh's "camp" days so we can refresh ourselves on...
Wildfire: In which the Brad/Ashleigh chemistry turns everyone on. Everyone.
Wildfire2.2: Opportunity KnocksOnwards and upwards! The fall out from the season premiere is swift:1. Ashleigh's agent friend keeps hanging around Whitebrook, and for my amusement I will call him Chad. Chad informs Ashleigh that there is an opportu...
Wildfire: Do any of these kids go to school? Ever?
Wildfire2.1: Try It Without the PorscheLast season it was all about Strangers, Secrets, and Seductions. Season two is all Truth, Trouble, and Temptation! I'm seeing a trend here with the temptation and the seduction. What's next? Inveiglement? Als...
