I truly believe that one of the secrets to a good marriage is the couple’s taste in television shows. Based on past posts, it is no secret that I am obsessed with TV–sitcoms, reality, movies of the week (or MOW’s as they are commonly referred), you name it. Therefore, during my single days, it was imperative to find someone who enjoyed, or at least tolerated, my taste in television. I know I often rave about my adorable husband, but specifically in this regard, boy, did I strike gold!
Early on in Michael’s and my relationship, we were innocently channel surfing one day, when we came across a television show. There was a brief pause on the channel, followed by a standstill. While both of us were infatuated with what was on the screen, each of us was nervous to witness the other’s reaction. After sneaking a peek at each other and almost, in code, revealing our approval, a glowing smile spread across both our faces. Who would have thought? That joint excitement was for none other than the historic teenage soap opera, Beverly Hills, 90210.
For the past, almost seven years, 90210 has been an integral part of our relationship, and recently, our family. During the early years, we would attempt to catch our favorite show whenever it was on syndication. Our investment in this “classic,” continued when we upgraded our cable system just because 90120 was featured daily on the SOAP network, and then, because our DVR couldn’t keep up, we purchased the entire series on DVD. Talk about dedication.
Spending quiet time on the couch watching a joint favorite, has become one of our most cherished past times. Fortunately, our taste (and subsequent DVD collection) has even expanded and diversified from 90210. For awhile, we were hooked on Friday Night Lights (this season premieres Friday, April 30, yay!), and our newest passion is Entourage (which, if I may add, is the perfect recipe for a male and female–the glam of Hollywood combined with frat-centric men).
So, I’m sure as the years go on, Michael and I will continue our tradition of SHARED television. But, my DVR remains on overload as the other half of me maintains television individuality. Hence, my currently watching last night’s premiere of The City while Michael is not home.
