While working around the LakeHouse the other morning, I listened to the girls on "The View." Or, was it "The Talk?" Whatever; I was listening, not watching. I digress. One of them commented on how Netflix was saving marriages, nationwide. "Hmmm," thought I. My ears perked up…
The theory mentioned is that every couple needs a third faction to their relationship. For example, when you've got kids at home, you talk about the kids. Bought a new house? Dinnertime conversations prevail. New job? New puppy? You get the gist. Soooo…
What happens when Party #3 is no longer. What or who fills the gap? Enter Netflix. Hours and hours of wedded bliss watching "Breaking Bad" or "Mad Men" or "Bloodline" keeps couples together, in the same room, for hours on end… encouraging ensuing discussions. Interesting. And there's an etiquette to this TV bliss…
No watching ahead of time without the other. A mortal sin. One waits for his or her partner to share.
Thank you, Netflix. Hilarious. But true? Well, you decide, but I'm here to tell you that we love our series. We cuddle on one couch or another and watch and watch… then talk and talk…
No, no, Saul hasn't gotten into matrimonial law quite yet; but Bob Odenkirk is brilliant in this prequel to "Breaking Bad" and he might enhance your marital bliss. By the way, "Better Call Saul" is a stand-alone, whether or not you watched "Bad." And the bonus… a huge one… comes by way of the lovable Jonathan Banks in a continuation of his role as Mike. What a treat!!
Highly, highly recommended!!
