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This Is Us - "Three Questions" Discussion
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Because so many of us have said we watch it, I thought we may enjoy discussing the episodes.
General disclaimer the spoilers will follow.
What'd you think of the kid's birthday parties?
Randall and William, what'd you think of their day together?
What do you think about the weight loss "camp" Kate is at? What's your predictions for her and Toby?
At what age do you think the kids are when Jack passed away? Does their age surprise you?
Kevin was married!? What are your thoughts here?
Other questions/thoughts?
General disclaimer the spoilers will follow.
What'd you think of the kid's birthday parties?
Randall and William, what'd you think of their day together?
What do you think about the weight loss "camp" Kate is at? What's your predictions for her and Toby?
At what age do you think the kids are when Jack passed away? Does their age surprise you?
Kevin was married!? What are your thoughts here?
Other questions/thoughts?
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Re: This Is Us - "Three Questions" Discussion
-I kind of knew the three birthdays wasn't going to work out. Kids all want to be induviduals at that age and I'm glad they tried it and realized it wasn't for them. But Randall's friend turnout?
-Randall and William- I'm glad William is around to make Randall realize that he needs to take a step back from work life and appreciate the little things, as much as it might annoy him. And Randall teaching William to drive? Precious.
-I do think the camp might be good for Kate to work on some underlying issues before jumping into gastric bypass. Her mini flashbacks during her stick banging (lol) class seemed to hint at that. But this new ranch douche? Hate him already. And I'm not a fan of Toby, either. Why can't Kate have a normal guy in her life?
-Jack seems to have passed young based on the actor portrayal of the Big 3 looking like they're in their teens/his funeral picture. I'm interested to find out what happened.
-I thought for sure Kevin was going to go see Olivia (I think her name is? The actress?). But finding out it was Kate's "friend" Sophie from childhood and that he was married to her? New storyline coming about. I'm glad they're straying from the shallowness of his dating persona that's been seen so far.
-I want to know how Kate and Miguel happened. I'm assuming next week we find out *possible spoiler- that him and his wife are getting divorced-end spoiler* and I hope that he doesn't creep in on Kate when she's vulerable after Jack's death. I HOPE MY PREDICTION'S WRONG!
What'd you think of the kid's birthday parties?
I loved them and loved that there was a twist for all of them. Sad for Kate and Randall though.
Randall and William, what'd you think of their day together?
This was very sweet, I'm guessing William doesn't have much time left so they need the time together. And Randall already losing a father can see that this is more important than a work case.
What do you think about the weight loss "camp" Kate is at? What's your predictions for her and Toby?
I'm with Kate on this that this camp is not at all what I was expecting. Anyone else picture the biggest loser type scenario? But it's interesting that it focuses on looking on a larger fix rather than a quick fix. I'm team Toby, all the way. This new horse dude better not mess it up. I'm predicting that it will.
At what age do you think the kids are when Jack passed away? Does their age surprise you?
It seemed like they were in their late teens? I was very surprised and am not looking forward to this inevitable episode.
Kevin was married!? What are your thoughts here?
Shocked. I have so many questions about this. When did they get married? How long were they together? Why did they separate? Is Sophie friends with Kate? Is she available now? Is he over the other girls?
Other questions/thoughts?
I think this was the first episode I didn't cry in. Last weeks was a mess. There seems to be a pattern of heart wrenching episodes followed up by feel good ones, so brace yourselves until next week. LOL
What'd you think of the kid's birthday parties? I'm surprised they had 3 parties on the same day. I'm always amazed at how mature Randall is
Randall and William, what'd you think of their day together? I love their relationship. I think there is going to be some kind of twist with him. I don't think he's going to die, I feel like he's going to be cured or something will happen. Ugghhh I won't be able to handle the episode if he really does die.
What do you think about the weight loss "camp" Kate is at? What's your predictions for her and Toby?
I hate the ranch guy! I love Toby and Kate together and this new guy needs to back off! I wonder if Kate is going to have to chose between staying at the camp and making progress or leaving to be with Toby...
At what age do you think the kids are when Jack passed away? Does their age surprise you? I had to watch the funeral part at the end twice. The kids seemed to be in high school when Jack passes. I was so surprised! Now I wonder if the romance with Miguel started after Jack died, I was so sure that they got a divorce at some point.
Kevin was married!? What are your thoughts here? The whole time Kevin was talking to Sophie I was waiting for her new husband to pop up behind her or some kids to run around the corner.
Other questions/thoughts?
@szwill86 Same! I just have a really bad feeling about Miguel, but the kids seem to really like him so that confuses me!
It was great to see them be three people and not just the big three. I wasn't sad for Randall. I actually love how bold he is and loves how he viewed his 3 friends as "a lot". Quality over quantity. I thought it was great that Kevin had a princess bride party. And my biggest takeaway was Kate and Jack's relationship. She adores her dad and they clearly have a special bond. I'm sure this is why she unravels when he passes.
Randall and William, what'd you think of their day together?
Beautiful. I was so afraid Randall was going to blow him off to get back to work and then William would die. But it was refreshing to see Randall slow down and just enjoy life.
What do you think about the weight loss "camp" Kate is at? What's your predictions for her and Toby?
I think Kate has a lot of self reflecting to do. I think it may be a good experience for her. I hate the new guy but something tells me he's really going to make Kate and Toby test their relationship.
At what age do you think the kids are when Jack passed away? Does their age surprise you?
The picture of jack could have been old. People don't always use super recent photos at funerals. But based on the shots of the kids, I'd say late teens to early 20s. It looked like the same characters as the high school episode.
Kevin was married!? What are your thoughts here?
Finally, a storyline with Kevin that isn't all shallow. I thought he was going to see Sloane so I was obviously shocked. This may have something to do with Kate and Kevin's relationship. Kate always seems annoyed when Kevin asks for woman advice. Interested to see where they will go with this.
Other questions/thoughts?
Too many commercials. Every time I started crying, boom commercial. I thought it was a good episode, I just need more answers. I was hoping they would reveal more about jacks death. Ugh.
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What'd you think of the kid's birthday parties?
It was cute to me how the separate parties came about. Not wise to throw them all on the same day though. Randal definitely has such a laid-back approach to his childhood and just goes with the flow.
Randall and William, what'd you think of their day together?
Loved it. I think he realized as the day went on that this was the right choice to make, knowing that his father doesn't have much time left.
What do you think about the weight loss "camp" Kate is at? What's your predictions for her and Toby?
I thought it was going to be much more like a biggest loser type camp. I like the idea of getting down to the emotional aspect of the weight issues. Kate has some deep rooted aggression and i actually teared up when she was beating with the sticks and they showed the flashbacks. It was emotional to see how those situations had impacted her life. I like Toby and Kate together. Not a fan of the horse guy. He was way to sure of himself for me. I do see Kate being tempted by him. The strong denial and refusal by her is foreshadowing a situation.
At what age do you think the kids are when Jack passed away? Does their age surprise you?
I thought they were going to be adults when he passed, but to me they looked 16-18 years old. I too thought that maybe there was going to be a divorce before the passing. I guess we could still see that play out because we haven't seen any scenes with those kids at that age.
Kevin was married!? What are your thoughts here?
Gaahhh! Kevin was married!!! As he was walking up to the door, I said to my husband watch it not be either of those two girls and I was right! Once he said Sophie, I was like huh??? That Sophie? So surprised but in a good way. That will be a great story line. I too thought that a man or kids were going to walk up behind her. I supposed that too could still happen, even though she agrees to meet him. Maybe she will meet him to tell him she's married, then an affair will start!
Other questions/thoughts?
@britvahok I don't get the sense that all of the kids like Miguel. I don't think Kevin does at all and sometimes I get the feeling that Kate doesn't either.
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Did anyone see Kevin Sullivan (Toby) at whatever award show was on recently? He has lost a TON of weight! Chrissy (Kate) had not because she was also there. Wonder how that will play out in the storyline?
@sgrant432 Randall is the one who is always over welcoming to Miguel whenever he comes to visit. Yes, I saw that Toby had lost a lot of weight (I think it was the golden globes). I've seen Kate on a few shows and each show I'm always wondering why she hasn't lost weight IRL and if she just going to give up on losing weight at some point and just be happy. If she gets gastric bypass on the show, wouldn't she have to go into hiding IRL and lose like 100 lbs.
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The birthday parties definitely showed a lot about the kids. Randall is so mature for his age and I was very impressed that he wanted only his true friends there. It's obvious Kevin is the well liked, popular kid. I felt so bad for Kate. I felt like Sophie only friended Kate to get to Kevin. I really wonder how this will all play out with friendship vs. relationship.
Randall and William, what'd you think of their day together?
I thought it was great they got to spend time together but my business mind kept saying, "but you're gonna miss the deal!" I actually found myself conflicted for Randall.
What do you think about the weight loss "camp" Kate is at? What's your predictions for her and Toby?
I must have been distracted during the explanation that it was to prepare for the surgery. Cuz I was super confused when she got there so suddenly. I really thought it was for after. Her mental breakthrough was very telling. I like Toby and really want them to work! This horse guy is gonna be trouble
At what age do you think the kids are when Jack passed away? Does their age surprise you?
I definitely think they look like teenagers. I expected them to be much older when he'd pass.
Kevin was married!? What are your thoughts here?
I was like, WHAT!?!! And to Sophie!!!?! Kevin would have been divorced at the age of 24 so I wonder how long they were married. I too kept waiting for a man to show up behind her.
Other questions/thoughts?
I just love this show and get so excited for the next episode. Can't wait to see how they play it all out.
@sgrant432 @britvahok I read somewhere that "Toby" wears a fat suit for this role. Not sure if it's true though.
Also, I don't think they all like Miguel. I feel there's always an uneasy feeling when he's around. I think Kevin isn't a fan based on the Thanksgiving episode.
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What'd you think of the kid's birthday parties?
I thought it was good that they let them each have their own, but crazy that they did in on the same day. I felt really bad for Randall and Kate though. Clearly, Kevin is the most well liked of the three by peers. Randall handled it so maturely though. Quality over quantity!! And Kate, poor thing, it seems she's always struggled to have girlfriends. Even in current day, we never see her hanging out with any friends.
Randall and William, what'd you think of their day together?
So so so stinking sweet! I think it's great that William is making Randall slow down and appreciate more things in life outside of work. Teaching him how to drive was the cutest thing ever!
What do you think about the weight loss "camp" Kate is at? What's your predictions for her and Toby?
At first I had the same thought as Kate, wth kind of fat camp is this? I was totally expecting a biggest loser type thing. But when she did that stick beating thing and had flashbacks, I was in tears. I think it is a good idea for her to deal with some underlying issues and emotional things. As for her and Toby, I just don't know. That horse guy was really pissing me off. I think he's going to play a large role in her and Toby, whatever way they end up going.
At what age do you think the kids are when Jack passed away? Does their age surprise you?
It looked to me like they were teenagers. Mid to late teens I'd say. I was shocked at their ages. I really thought they were going to be alot older. I'm interested to see the rest of the story there. Will that be in the next episode?
Kevin was married!? What are your thoughts here?
What the heck?!?! I was 100% not expecting that. When he was talking to her, I kept waiting for kids or another guy to walk up behind her. I can't believe that's the same Sophie from when they were 10 too! I'm very interested to see the story line between Sophie, Kate, and Kevin.
Other questions/thoughts?
Is it just me, or does Rebecca seem like a completely different person when the kids were little vs now? I wonder if that has something to do with the whole Jack/Miguel thing. I liked her better when the kids were little.
What'd you think of the kid's birthday parties?
I thought they were so sweet. I did feel for Kate and Randall though, but I thought both of them were incredibly mature in their own ways. I just loved the ending though, I got a bit misty at the end!
Randall and William, what'd you think of their day together?
I love that he went, but was surprised that he went so easily. I love their relationship, and I love what William is doing for Randall.
What do you think about the weight loss "camp" Kate is at? What's your predictions for her and Toby?
I think the camp is a bit odd, but it seems like it might be a good place for Kate! I want her to be successful and after her breakdown I think it might be. I do not like horse guy, and I know hes going to cause some trouble. I really like Toby, but I just wish he was more interested in getting healthy. It made me so mad a few episodes ago when he stopped trying, and I just dont know what that will do to their relationship if he never fully commits.
At what age do you think the kids are when Jack passed away? Does their age surprise you?
I think its late highschool, which breaks my heart! I am misting up just thinking about it!
Kevin was married!? What are your thoughts here?
I am not fully surprised that he was married before. He seems to be the type to fall hard and fast, and getting married young fits that, but the fact that they got divorced at 24 kills me! I am hoping that there is some good that comes out of that story line.
Other questions/thoughts?
I never cry! I mean like never! But this show (starting episode 1) I have cried some! I know its pregnancy now, but that doesn't explain every episode!
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i know this was 1990, but 45 kids with only 2 supervising adults?!? That's crazy! The parties were cute and I love young Randall, though I really dislike his adult character.
Randall and William, what'd you think of their day together?
It was very sweet. William was like a little kid living out his dream.
What do you think about the weight loss "camp" Kate is at? What's your predictions for her and Toby?
that horse trainer guy needs to get his ass fired pronto. Not okay, but this is a drama so whatever. I'm sure Kate will fall for him and Toby will come to surprise her as one of his big romantic gestures and catch them kissing or something dumb.
At what age do you think the kids are when Jack passed away? Does their age surprise you?
we know that Jack was still alive when they played high school football. I'm going to guess sometime around the age of 18.
Kevin was married!? What are your thoughts here?
jessie!!!! I actually thought this storyline was sweet and hope she isn't married again.
Other questions/thoughts?
Interesting about the actor that plays Toby. I read that the actress who plays Kate is also planning to lose weight alongside her character so I'm looking forward to watching her progress.
What'd you think of the kid's birthday parties? I liked them. I loved how mature Randall was. My heart did break a little bit for Kate and Randall though. It made me think of all the times that my kids are going to go through tough times and I will not be able to make it all better.
Randall and William, what'd you think of their day together?
I LOVED their day together. I was annoyed that Randall took so long to get into the spirit of things. I am so glad they had that special time together.
What do you think about the weight loss "camp" Kate is at? What's your predictions for her and Toby?
I hope Kate sticks with it and I think it will help her get to the deep issues that she needs to resolve. I really don't like the horse guy though. I like her and Toby, but I think that their relationship may need to change and evolve while she works on the issues that she needs to work on. I don't think that they will be together (I feel like we might have a Derek and Meredith situation, or Ross and Rachel) the entire show and I think horse guy will instigate some of the trouble to begin.
At what age do you think the kids are when Jack passed away? Does their age surprise you?
I think they were in their late teens.
Kevin was married!? What are your thoughts here?
I loved this twist. I thought it was really sweet that their relationship seems to have started that young. I like that they are giving Kevin a deeper storyline too.
I am so excited that, from what I have read, that they have renewed the show for 2 more seasons.
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I think his relationships with his siblings has always affected him too. I don't remember the episode number, but he was in the car with Kevin and they were in NYC and got into it with each other and someone else. Those two were sitting in the car and Kevin said "brother" and Randall responded that was the only time he has ever heard Kevin call him his brother. I think things like strain and struggle have gone on and we just haven't seen all of the story yet. I hope there is a story told so we can see more of Randall's growth and experience some more in-depth development of him.