Could anyone have been more disappointed with their lot by the end of things?

For more on that and howmysecret is tape worms, hit the jump.

Was divorce an option?

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Did either of them really think they could move past their troubles?

Did either of them really want to?

I can’t see it lasting for long, though.

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As was said of Billie, “that’s one spirited little filly.”

Elsewhere, Van Alden had relationship problems of his own this week.

Though his wife is exceptionally understanding, that’s largely based on her being convinced of his innocence.

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He just wanted a refund on that piece of crap iron.

Though not as explosive or heart-wrenching as last week’s fare, this episode still delivered.

And hopefully some of our favorites have better luck with things next week.

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Episode Rating: A-

Musings and Miscellanea:

– Chalky!

And what a fantastic scene for him to return in.

– So I’m confused … Gillian doesn’t know Jimmy’s dead?

I like that he has not been forgotten by the writers, and that his ghost still haunts.

– OfcourseGyp is into autoerotic asphyxiation.

– “I’ve got an uncle L’Chaim-ing in Sing Sing!”

Hopefully they can remain that way.

Also, I really love it when Margaret talks frankly about vaginas.

– “Why did I ever leave Ohio?

– “You expect me to start awar?

Where thingsactually matter??”

  • Rothstein, giving me chills.

– I’m always campaigning for more full frontal male nudity (hey, it’s only fair!)

but this week was not exactly what I had hoped for.

Probably the least sexy way to seeBobby Canavale’s penis imaginable.

Still, good on him for committing fully to it!

arguing in the other room.

– “The iron man!

Must be a pressing issue” - O’Bannion, part-time comedian.