Welcome to another Weatherfield Wednesday review. A short and sharp synopsis (with opinion) of our favourite street and all the drama.
Tonight's episode begins in the cafe, as Kevin is joyous and it looks like he has sold the garage. Frescho's champagne on ice? I'd put it on hold Kev. After a sudden divulgence of his dalliance with Erica to BFF Tim, tonight's episode conclusion is set in motion.Tim is the 'Everyman' of the street so his balanced view of the situation is what you'd expect. However, he doesn't vouch for Mary overhearing all of this, at the garage. I will be sad to see Erica go.
As a new parent myself, I can certainly sympathise with Leanne & Steve's sleep deprivation as they share parenting (and cafe breakfasts) together. Now, I like the idea of Norris and Mary entwined in matrimony but the ex-rovers boss and bistro bore together?. I'd like to 'divorce' this set-up before it even begins.
Talking of the bistro, Michelle is driving to Leeds and informs Robert that 'all will be fine' and 'no need to worry'. We already know that these are ominous words. I hate to dampen the raging masculinity that seems to drench dull Robert these days, but I'm not buying this story either. After another macho stand off meeting with Rich (down the corrie ginnel, obviously), it seems the phantom stabber may be innocent this time (just don't mention it to Chesney).
As Billy and Todd tempt Summer with robot building, scouse builder Phelan nervously awaits the DNA results from Nicola.
Meanwhile, Dev is no robot and his emotions have come to the fore. Upon hearing the news from Mary of Kev & Erica's near miss, he strides towards the Garage and I was hoping for a Gail & Eileen classic cobbles showdown. However, the ruckus soon fizzled out and after a few choice words.
I feel sympathy for Dev in this situation, which is surprising considering I'm a big Kevin Webster fan. What are your thoughts? We know Kev has a reputation and nothing really happened, right?
Over at Eileen's, Phelan is pleasantly pleased to learn that Nicola is his daughter. To watch Phelan grow into this 3-dimensional character (I clearly remember that spitefully rich businessman that bullied Anna), is a testament to Connor Mcintyre's acting credibility and some fantastic storyline writers. Watching Phelan shed the solitary tear, I can't help but feel empathy for this character, yet we know he's a bad 'un! I have paradoxical feelings for Phelan, that's what it is!
As Summer proves troublesome for 'Tilly' with the robot, Steve and Leanne watch baby Oliver sleep and regale in the joys of shared parenting. With Toyah also seeking surrogacy, it was certainly a motif for tonight's episode.
Hold on... is that my 10-month old daughter crying? I'm off.
I shall be back next Wednesday for another round of Corrie musings.
Speak soon!
@rybazoxo
editor @Drunkonmusic2
New Music DJ @Penistonefm
Please read our advice for leaving comments on the Coronation Street Blog
All original work on Coronation Street Blog is covered by a Creative Commons License
