This and That

09:15 Monday, 28 September 2026
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It's drizzly out, and I have a dental appointment in a couple of hours, so rather than taking a walk, I'm writing a post.

Things that make me happy (for now). Slow Horses has (finally) returned. I gather that Slow Horses is not the worst of Apple TV shows in terms of the length between seasons, it may even be the best, but it feels like an eternity. Especially when there's only eight episodes in a season.

But I do so enjoy that show. The cast, the setting, Gary Oldman. The plots are just the framework for the interactions between the cast members. I don't even care about the plots that much. I'd watch that cast if they were selling tires. (An acquired taste at Netflix.)

It's difficult to overstate how much joy it brings me to look forward to a new episode of Slow Horses.

Ted Lasso has been a bit of a disappointment. The best part of the season has been the dynamic between Alice and Gemma. I think the tension between Roy and Keely felt forced. The late-series appearance of Rupert feels unnecessary. But I still enjoy the show.

My son recommended The End of Oak Street to me yesterday, so Mitzi and I watched it last night. Solid recommendation, and an entertaining diversion.

The Jaguars and the Bills both won yesterday, so that made me happy. Though that's also tinged with a bit of guilt for enjoying a sport that hurts so many of its players to make the owners rich(er).

I guess I'd better get ready for my dental appointment.

Because the beat goes on...

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