TWD - Favorite Moments From 8x01 & 8x02

Hi Everyone,

I am so excited that our show is finally back and to celebrate I have put together a recap of my favorite moments so far.

So here we go........

I thought it was super cool when Daryl sent Dwight a note with his arrows. I actually like referring to them as arrow-grams and I really wish that this scene would have ended with Dwight taking off Daryl's vest and sending it back to him on the Arrow-gram Express! I'm still not a fan of Dwight but maybe in time he could grow on me IF HE WOULD GIVE DARYL ALL HIS STUFF BACK! Anyway overall I really liked this scene but in the back of my mind I could not help thinking about how romantic it would be for Daryl to send Carol a love note through his clever new arrow-grams! 😉

My next favorite scene was the speeches that Rick, Ezekiel and Maggie gave to each of their groups. Rick's was great as usual and Ezekiel's felt like an intro to Medieval Times, basically every time he opens his mouth I feel like I am getting dinner and a show. I have to point out that Maggie's speech blew me away the most. I love how far her character has come and later in the episode when Gregory was threatening the Hilltop to leave the Sanctuary, It gave me chills when everyone decided to stand with Maggie! She has completely earned her place as leader of the Hilltop and it gives me feels to think how proud Glenn would be of her also.

Next I really enjoyed the Richonne family moment. I actually can't get enough of scenes that include their whole unit which means Judith was also in this sweet scene. The words exchanged between Rick and Carl were really touching, and since Rick and Michonne are all about the romance.....

I will give their kiss an 8 out 10. 😍 

Speaking of beautiful relationships, I saved my very favorite moment from 8x01 for last. Honestly I think that every time Carol and Daryl share a hug an angel get's it's wings (theoretically Carol is an angel and Daryl likes to wear wings on his clothes so do the math). What I love most about this scene was that it was hard for Carol to reach Daryl but it was worth the struggle because no one is promised another day in the times they are living in, and I love how Carol paused for minute while they were hugging to be fully present in this moment so that if the worst happens at least she will always have the memory of this embrace. Their connection truly moves me on a level that nothing else does and I hope we will get more from these two as the season continues!

Now onto episode 8x02......

Morgan has always been one of my favorite characters and how he handles the way the world is now is one of the things that I find most interesting about the show. In this episode when Morgan expresses how he can't die, it shows how cursed he still feels. He basically said the same thing to Rick back in season 3 in the episode "Clear", when he says that if you are a good person you'll die or even if you are a bad person you'll also die.....but if you are a weak person like him then you will inherit this world and never escape it. I know that Morgan has come along way since then but it does seem like he is always a little on the edge of falling back. It actually makes me a little scared to think of the toll that this war could have on Morgan's progress but I really believe that he will overcome with the help of his loved ones. #TeamFamily

Next can we talk about SHIVA!!!!! I love that cat so much that I could honestly start a fan club. Her scenes were a highlight for me in this episode and I will never stop trying to figure out how she knows to only eat the bad guys!!! I would really love to see more one on one interaction between her and Carol though, like maybe Carol could brush her fur and give her a nice grooming or nit her a giant ball of yarn. That may sound kind of ridiculous but you are lying if you can't admit how adorbs Carol's Cat Care would be.

Ok-onto a more serious yet encouraging note. Our favorite 'fake it til you make it' King offers many words to Carol and much to take away in the banter between the two (by the way...I NEVER want to hear Ezekiel call Carol 'Baby' again). Is there any surprise that Carol is the voice of reason once again and that she will be the one to save their behinds.  Zeke tends to be a go all in type of person who might not think of all the consequences where our Queen thinks through the scenario and truly knows the plan of action that WILL work. 

Speaking of faking it....while seeing a smile on Carol is about as rare as seeing a unicorn....I will take ANYTHING I can get no matter how forced it may have seemed.

Well, I think that's all for now. I hope you enjoyed my favorite moments as much as I did! I will be back next week with a recap of 8x03 so until then I hope everyone has an awesome week!


Love & Hugs,
-GG 

CAROL - SUMMER RECAP

Hi Everyone,

It has been a LONG summer hiatus as usual for The Walking Dead fans but before it returns this Sunday, I thought it would be fun to recap some of the best moments that the past several months have brought us!

These are two of my favorite promo pics that were released over the summer. I just love how MARRIED they look!!! It does seem like AMC is possibly trying to hint of a closer relationship between Carol and Daryl based on the many promos of the two of them, however I will believe it when I see it as I know Caryl shippers have been teased for 8 long years. I have to say though that these pics leave me highly hopeful! 

These are my favorite scenes from the season 8 trailer that was released at San Diego Comic-Con. I like to imagine all the deep thoughts that could be going through Carol's mind as she notices the flower on the wall where she is sitting. I also loved seeing Carol as her true WARRIOR self preparing the Kingdom for battle like...... "Cover your ears because you are not strong enough to withstand the awesomeness that I'm about to throw down"!

*SAYONARA SAVIORS* 

Speaking of SDCC.....these lovely pictures that Ms. McBride was kind enough to bless us with MAKES MY HEART MELT! I love snack time with McReedus which actually sounds like a web series that I would totally watch! Another favorite is the ultimate squad goals of Lauren, Danai and Melissa. 
#SLAYED

The NYCC panel video of Ms. Melissa McBride will probably go down as one of my favorites ever just from the wild cheers of the audience alone. It kinda gives me chills because I am so proud of the progress that Carol has made and all that she has endured and yet is still here fighting the good fight for her family, but I am even more proud and grateful for the love and passion that Melissa has poured into this beautiful character. It truly inspires so many lives and I hope to one day get the chance to hug her in person & tell her thank you!

I love the Carol fandom so much and the beautiful piece of fan art above is by @pookiesmcbride on Twitter. It features the names of many McBriders and she is going to present it to Melissa at Walker Stalker Atlanta. I can't wait to hear how much she likes it!

If the above content does not make you want to jump in the bed and cry yourself to an early grave then you are probably in the wrong place. The depth and emotion that these two characters share is best represented in THE WAY THEY HUG EACH OTHER! I think it has become their "thing". I am still holding out hope for a kiss this season but honestly those hugs are the very definition of LOVE!

I saved my favorite thing for last! Let me just say that whoever had the idea to dress the cast like royalty and then have Norman and Melissa pose as the rightful King and Queen of the Apocalypse, deserves all the AWARDS in the world!!! I loved this photo shoot so much that I even had to put together a little tribute to it in the video above. I literally have no more words on this subject! #Speechless

Well....I think that about covers everything for now. I hope you have enjoyed reliving these moments as much as I have. Starting next week I am hoping to do a weekly podcast after each new episode so stay tuned! 

Until then.....WE ARE GOING TO WAR!

Love & Hugs,

-GG

CARYL - "When You Say Nothing At All"

Hi Everyone,

I'm excited to be back with a new post about our favorite ship of the Apocalypse!

I happened to randomly hear the song I chose for this video a few months ago and I was like that is so CARYL! It really made me think about the depth of their relationship and how they have such an understanding of each other that they can have a conversation without even talking. They know what the other one is thinking and feeling just by looking into their eyes. It comes from a strong level of connection they share from the abusive scars of their past, and all they've had to overcome in the present. What they have together is so special that it cannot be defined by words......it can only be expressed through love.

A few weeks ago on Twitter I asked what some of your favorite aspects of Caryl's relationship is, and I just love this response from @M8ofClay!

Beautifully said, Carolin.....and wonderful points about their unconditional bond.

Well I guess that's all until next time, and let's hope we get even more Caryl goodness in Season 8!

Love you guys,

-GG 

  

HAPPY BIRTHDAY - MELISSA MCBRIDE

Hi Everyone,

I have been so excited about our Queen of the Apocalypse's birthday that it has taken me about a month to get this post completed as I wanted to make a video tribute and a new fan art design for this wonderful occasion! 

I have to start by saying that when I heard the song I used in this video for the first time, it instantly made me think of Carol and her journey so far. I loved how the song was not talking about losing someone, but that it was about losing yourself. Carol has definitely been down that road and the way she has handled it continues to inspire me everyday in my own battles. I love that by the end of this past season she chose to fight for her family and that the love she has for them was stronger than her need to isolate herself any longer. She cannot simply erase the bond that she has formed with them and is what ultimately saves her and brings her back.

I made this design to honor what a warrior Carol has become even though she did not think she could be, she always found the courage and strength for whatever situation she was put in. Which is another reason she is my favorite!

To view all the available products for this design click here.

Lastly if by the rare chance Ms. Mcbride reads this post I want to say.......

The love and passion that you put into Carol is so beautiful and truly touches my life in a deep and personal way. Thank you so much for all that you do for not only this character but also for the fans! Your light is something special and it touches us all. I hope you have the BEST birthday ever and know how much you are LOVED!

I think that about covers it for now so until next time.... 

Keep Calm and Carol On!

Love to all,

-GG

DESIGN OF THE WEEK: "LOST - You Found Me"

Hi Everyone,

It's time to feature another new design and in case you missed last weeks design, you can check it out by clicking here. 

Now lets dive right into this weeks.....

The series LOST was one of my first true TV obsessions. Not only did I enjoy trying to solve all the mysteries about the Island but I also got completely swept away by so many dynamic characters. I could find something to identify with about each one. When you look at each of their lives you realize that they were already lost before crashing on to the Island, as a matter of fact it took getting stranded for them to truly be found in the connections they made with each other.

I am so grateful for the impact this show has had in my life and even still to this day it continues to inspire and move me in so many wonderful ways.

To view all the available products for this weeks design click here: LOST - You Found Me

I will feature another design next week, so until then I would love to hear what some of your favorite LOST moments are in the comments!

-GG

DESIGN OF THE WEEK: "Richonne - The Couple That Slays"

Hi Everyone,

It's time to feature another new design and in case you missed last weeks design, you can check it out by clicking here.

Now on to this weeks.....

Although "Caryl" is my favorite couple on TWD, I have to say that "Richonne" is a super close second. With Michonne losing her son and Rick losing his wife, I feel like they have been given a second chance at those roles. 


The healing that takes place when Michonne holds Judith for the first time is one of my favorite scenes of the entire series.

I also love the depth of Carl and Michonne's relationship.

She makes a wonderful mom to these two and watching their connections grow is one of my favorite things about the show.

 Lastly, the sparks between "Richonne" are so electric! I love that they can be really fun and playful but also serious when it counts. They give each other a reason to keep fighting, living and loving. What they share is beautiful and I would love to see Judith become a big sister soon! 👶💕

To view all the available products for this weeks design click here: Richonne - The Couple That Slays

I will be back with another design next week.

Thanks for reading!

-GG

DESIGN OF THE WEEK: "Fringe - Fauxlivia & Lincoln"

Hi Everyone,

It's that time of the week again to feature another new design! In case you missed last weeks "Design Of The Week" you can check it out by clicking this link.

Ok so let's get right to this weeks design.....

One of my favorite TV couples of all time is Fauxlivia and Lincoln from Fringe. I love all versions of them but the final one in which Lincoln from the Blueverse decides to stay on the Red side to be with Fauxlivia is my favorite. The fact that Fauxlivia lost the Lincoln on her side and that Lincoln lost the Olivia on his side (to Peter), just makes it all the more beautiful that fate allowed them to still find versions of each other to fall in love and grow old with.

Honestly the way they look at each other just makes me want to eat a rainbow or something. 😍

Ok I should probably stop now as I could fangirl about these two all day, and if you have never seen Fringe than I would highly recommend binging is as soon as possible. It is one of the best Sci Fi series of all time and has one of the best fandom families you will ever be apart of.

To view all the available products for this weeks design click here: Fringe - Fauxlivia & Lincoln

I hope my Fringe family enjoyed this weeks design. 💗 

Stay tuned for another new design next week!

-GG