The youngest son’s moving plans are coming together. He’s making the 13-14 hour drive to Austin, TX by himself over two days, and hubby and I are flying down. Hubby offered to drive with him, but our son declined. Honestly, putting the two of them in the car together for that amount of time could only lead to disaster – one of them might not make it there. Our son has always criticized his dad’s driving skills, and hubby isn’t a fan of our son’s music. Being a musician, he has several instruments he’s putting in his car instead of the moving van. Three guitars, a keyboard, drums – you get the picture. With so much equipment, his roommates generously offered him the largest bedroom with an adjoining bath. He’s not an idiot – he took it.
I’ve mentioned before that I seem to be a curse to TV shows. I get interested in something, that puts a target on it, then the show gets cancelled (I’m still bitter about The Passage). Prodigal Son on Fox is the latest victim of the curse. The premise is about a gifted criminal psychologist who’s the son of serial killer. I’ve always been a fan of Michael Sheen (the father and serial killer), and Tom Payne (son and psychologist) is an alum of The Walking Dead. The show came to an abrupt end last week, but I read they’re shopping it around, so I’m hoping someone picks it up.
I’ve got a lot on my plate this week – here’s hoping for a productive week for everyone!
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I’m a curse to TV, too. I was stunned to hear they canceled Prodigal Son. It might have been my favorite show. I hope someone picks it up.
Hoping your son’s move goes well.
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I’m thinking we both cursed The Passage also, Staci. I hope someone grabs Prodigal Son – so much left to explore with those characters.
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Yeah, The Passage was another one we killed.
Netflix stepped up for Lucifer, so there’s hope. (Lucifer’s final season starts May 28. That’s bittersweet.) I’m afraid to even wish for them to save Prodigal Son, though. I need to stop watching TV. Then I won’t be disappointed when they cancel the good shows but leave all that reality crap on.
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I’ve been waiting for Lucifer to start again, but I’m also sad it’s the last season. And you’re right about all the reality shows. Hubby still doesn’t believe the commercials about the putt-putt golf show – keeps insisting it must be a joke. Sadly, it’s not.
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I want to laugh, but…
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Hope all goes well with your son’s move, Teri. He definitely has a lot of instruments to take with him!
I watched Prodigal Son in the beginning but didn’t stick with it. Sorry to hear they are cancelling it. I thought it was doing well.
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We’re hoping it goes smoothly. We’ve moved both sons several times through college, but never this far away, so who knows what might happen. We’ll deal with it when it comes. I also thought Prodigal Son was doing better. The networks sure don’t mind adding more of the reality shows – see my and Staci’s comments above.
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I did see those. I used to watch more TV than I do now, but everything I enjoyed always got the ax, so I don’t get too invested these days. And as for reality TV—BLECH!—I can’t even express how revolting I find the whole concept!
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It sounds like your son’s roommate is accommodating. Good luck with the move!
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Right? I guess good friends will make the sacrifice for the smaller room.
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I didn’t know that about Prodigal Son. I really like that show ☹️. Hopefully it will find a new home. And good luck with the move. How exciting for your son!
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I was so disappointed, Tessa – sorry, Lady Tessa, lol. I’ve liked this show from day one, so I’ll keep my fingers crossed someone picks it up.
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I’m going to explain the title in next Sunday’s post. It’s a crazy and funny story ❤️
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I hope your son has a safe trip. That’s nice that his dad offered to ride along with, but I imagine my son would decline as well. 😂
I’ll have to check out Prodigal Son. It sounds pretty good! Have a great week, Teri. 😉
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…and how many episodes in were they? That’s only happened to me once or twice. What a bummer.
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Two seasons, but like most shows this season was shortened.
I don’t think you could have paid me enough to be in the car with them if they’d tried that drive together, lol.
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Good luck on the move, Teri. I think you will enjoy Austin. It is a super city.
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We’re excited to check it out, John. We’ve heard nothing but good things.
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I’ve cursed TV shows, too. Reality shows are much cheaper to produce than scripted shows. One set, a bunch of volunteers, and go. I hate them, and am glad some new venues for the good stuff are popping up.
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Guess you’re right about that. I have been finding some good shows on other streaming services – keep a running list going.
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I never watch TV so I don’t have this problem. I am hoping for a productive week though, with some time to push the first book in my new trilogy along a bit. I think its great that your son plays musical instruments. I gave both of mine the opportunity but one doesn’t have the love and the other doesn’t have the perseverance and dedication.
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That explains how you get so much done, lol! Unlike my oldest son, the youngest was never into sports so we tried different avenues and music clicked. He says it’s the best thing I ever “forced” him to do.
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that show really sounds interesting so bad it got cancelled. I hope your son’s drive be safe and shifting goes smoothly. Happy reading!
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Thanks, Yesha! It’s a long one, but he’ll have all kinds of “me” time to play his music in the car.
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The relationship between you son and husband remind me of my husband and daughter LOL! And, sorry but I think it’s funny that you could doom TV series. That’s what I am doing to everything electronics LOL
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I saw where you’d mentioned some technical difficulties. I’ve accused hubby of deprogramming remotes several times. He touches it and all sorts of things go wrong, then I have to fix them. He has no talent in that area at all, lol.
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Yeah…flying’s the way to go. Quicker and more comfortable! 🙂
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Absolutely. Neither of us like to drive, so flying was a no-brainer. Soooo much faster.
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Is your son going to UT Austin? That’s my brother’s alma mater. Hope the move goes smoothly and wishing you a great week.
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He’s taking this year to figure out which grad schools he’s interested in and exactly what his master’s degree will be in. Thanks, Joan!
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Best wishes to your son as he starts a new life in Texas. He is going to find a booming music scene here, and especially around Austin. Hope all goes well!
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And that’s something he’s really excited about, Jan. He’s loved a wide variety of music from an early age and is ready to explore what Austin has to offer.
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Sounds like he’s off to a great start with whoever he’s sharing a place with. I’d have taken the offer too. 😉
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Seems like guys are easier as far as roommates go. These three have known each other for several years.
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