This Sharon/Andy thing is happening way way way too fast. I mean, I don't like them as a couple to begin with, but what the hell, she's not even divorced yet.
I don't want this show turning into another Grey's Anatomy D:
Sharon and Andy are happening at a reasonable pace, IMO. Last night was the most significant reference to it yet, and neither of them are ready to admit anything, even to those closest to them. They probably haven't figured it out themselves
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Shandy and familygordon435July 15 2014, 13:17:40 UTC
Ok, I have to admit that they are definitely coordinating Sharon and Andy's attire. I'd never really noticed but you all have been mentioning it for quite some time and now it stood out to me in this episode. I'm not a Shandy shipper though. I just don't see Sharon dating someone on her own team who she gives orders too. That is most likely a LAPD rule and she is a stickler for the rules. But this episode really made me think about the "family" idea that they are exploring in the series. I think Sharon is perfectly willing to sever her marriage because she is thinking about family as well and I think the one thing the last three seasons has done is worked at making this team more a "family". Sharon-definitely the matriarch, especially in the last few episodes with Amy and Julio, and Provenza is the Patriarch. You know I would like to see an episode where a case is personal to Buzz. Aside from the Santa episode where his sister was in town we haven't really gotten any buzz about Buzz.
Re: Shandy and familydlcookieJuly 15 2014, 13:57:41 UTC
Someone here looked up the LAPD Franternizing rules, and as long as they report it to Taylor, and mind their p's and q's, it's perfectly acceptable.
I'm of the opinion that it could be an interesting story plot-point, and how you deal with that conflict when retirement is a possible choice of action. Love stories are always done with those who are younger and have their whole career ahead of them. This one promises to be different and interesting, because they have already lived, married, had children, and established themselves a few times over. What do you do when companionship for the rest of your life vs. your professional reputation, is the real choice on the table?
(The matching clothing has been going on for years, but this past episode had it OTT. Usually it's the same colour family, but last night on two separate occasions, it was the same thing.)
Re: Shandy and familyangelof9July 15 2014, 14:51:07 UTC
I've worked at an American company where dating was "ok" but you'd have to report it, and then one of you would be transferred.
If they really would get together, one of them should be transferred or retired. But that would mean leave the show as a main character. I just don't see them dating and still work together.
But it seems that's where the show is headed anyway, so I will just sit here and continue to cry about it.
Re: Shandy and familykairos7July 17 2014, 09:52:10 UTC
I've worked for several companies, courtesy of temporary and part-time positions. (We won't talk about how many because even though it finally doesn't exceed my number of years in the work force, it's a bit much.) They all had different rules, usually no direct supervision, but one thing I was sure of was NOT pursuing anything with anyone. It's not worth it unless you think that person could be THE one. However, it is fun to watch on TV.
With the latter said, Shandy is growing on me this season--sharing a name with a beer is not hurting them at all, though. However, what I could live without is Amy dating her former supervisor while Andy is dating his...um... This is something that happens rarely in any organization, and two couples at once...Raydor's Anatomy indeed.
I think there's been alot of maturity all around for the team, though I would say that Buzz and Tao have always been a step ahead of the other men on that. I was contemplating the differences in the team dynamics between The Closer and Major Crimes and it totally hinges on the two women that have led the team. Sharon I notice isn't as tense and wound up as Brenda and I think there is where you get the differences in the team dynamic. The Flynn and Provenza humorous episodes in Major Crimes don't make them look like such dunces. In other words, Sharon isn't having to save their butts the way Brenda did
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I totally support this comment (though I have NOT actually watched all of the Closer, I think you've explained the differences in team dynamics I've observed really well); Sharon and Brenda also have vastly different styles in leading - I'm not going to say if I think one is better (simply because that is a value judgement at the end of the day, and they deserve better than that), but I think it helps that Sharon is much more about "team-playing" and delegating and trusting her team to be mature, responsible adults, and I think they react thusly to her expectations? Would you say that's a fair assessment? :)
Anyway, I'm much more hesitant about work relationships, ESPECIALLY on shows (fanfic - I'm all for it if handled believably), but even when it's handled well/realistic, there's always so much potential fodder for imbalance in the dynamics of the show. *is recalling CSI and wanting to cry*
I agree totally, I've been re-watching the closer and thinking about how different the team seems individually and combined with each leader and Raydor is a more contemplative person and less reactionary than Brenda and the team seems calmer because of it.
As I said, I haven't jumped on the Shandy wagon yet but I'm willing to keep my mind open and see how it all plays out. I'm more riding the mothership track right now.
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I don't want this show turning into another Grey's Anatomy D:
*cries in the corner*
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I'm of the opinion that it could be an interesting story plot-point, and how you deal with that conflict when retirement is a possible choice of action. Love stories are always done with those who are younger and have their whole career ahead of them. This one promises to be different and interesting, because they have already lived, married, had children, and established themselves a few times over. What do you do when companionship for the rest of your life vs. your professional reputation, is the real choice on the table?
(The matching clothing has been going on for years, but this past episode had it OTT. Usually it's the same colour family, but last night on two separate occasions, it was the same thing.)
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If they really would get together, one of them should be transferred or retired. But that would mean leave the show as a main character. I just don't see them dating and still work together.
But it seems that's where the show is headed anyway, so I will just sit here and continue to cry about it.
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With the latter said, Shandy is growing on me this season--sharing a name with a beer is not hurting them at all, though. However, what I could live without is Amy dating her former supervisor while Andy is dating his...um... This is something that happens rarely in any organization, and two couples at once...Raydor's Anatomy indeed.
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Anyway, I'm much more hesitant about work relationships, ESPECIALLY on shows (fanfic - I'm all for it if handled believably), but even when it's handled well/realistic, there's always so much potential fodder for imbalance in the dynamics of the show. *is recalling CSI and wanting to cry*
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As I said, I haven't jumped on the Shandy wagon yet but I'm willing to keep my mind open and see how it all plays out. I'm more riding the mothership track right now.
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