Monday, April 23, 2012

love on the small screen

Part of my love for TV shows comes from my investment in the characters. And like any other viewer, who doesn't love a good couple?  Being invested in my favorite couples mean I feel every up and down, whether it be the most precious moments to the most heart wrenching break ups.

Today I wanna clue you in on who I believe to be some of the best couples in TV history.  I know your probably thinking I'm gonna talk about Ross and Rachel, but I'm still on the fence on the whole "We were on a break" thing.

photo courtesy of google images
1. Joey and Pacey
Dawson's creek is the One Tree Hill of the 90's, only better!  The show is centered around the life of Dawson Leery, including his long-time best friend/soulmate Joey Potter and trouble making sidekick Pacey Witter.  Season 1 and 2 are full of sexual tension and a quasi relationship between Joey and Dawson.  Pacey was always goofy yet he had a scandalous relationship with his teacher and long term roller coaster ride relationship with the super smart and mentally unstable Andie Mcphee.  It wasn't until the plot unfolded that we all realized that Pacey and Joey were meant to be. They shared some of the most memorable moments of the series and although they were not together during the latter part of the series, their reunion during the series finale was unforgettable.

Favorite Joey/Pacey Moment:  Season 4 Episode 3- The Two Gentlemen of Capeside. Joey to Pacey, "In the future when your dealing with life and death matters, remember that you're thinking for two."

photo courtesy of google images
2. Jim and Pam
The Office is not well known for its romantic relationships except for one.  Audiences sat back and watched as Jim and Pam's friendship developed, all along knowing Jim's true feelings.  We waited patiently until Pam finally wised up and dumped warehouse worker Roy.  Then it was her turn to pine after Jim while Karen was in the picture.  We thoughts the writers and producers would never get it right until the end of season 3 when, both single, they finally went out on a date.  From dating to engagement, from marriage/pregnancy to children; their love has never faltered.  And that's why Jim and Pam's office romance blossomed into one of the best TV love stories ever.

Favorite Jim/Pam Moment: Season 6 Episode 4/5- Niagra. Jim, "And plan A was marrying her a long, long time ago. Pretty much the day I met her."

photo courtesy of google images
3. Corey and Topanga
If your a 90's kid, like me, you remember watching TGIF each friday night just to watch you favorite teens on Boy Meets World.  If I'm emotionally attached to any couple it's this one for sure. This show is near and dear to my heart because I feel like a grew up with these characters.  Starting in middle school, we watched as the trouble making duo of Corey Matthews and Shawn Hunter picked on and made fun of the eccentrically weird Topanga Lawerence.  Moving into junior high the teasing turned into flirting when young love began.  This was a truly tumultuous relatationship full of many highs and lows.  Topanga moving away and demanding to come back, Corey kissing another girl at the ski lodge, Topanga's proposal at graduation, the two breaking up after Topanga's parents divorce, and finally their eventual marriage.  I always knew they would end up together but their ride was full of bumps. Watching Boy Meets World made me wanna date a good natured and slighty dorky boy like Corey and be like the smart, sassy and beautiful Topanga. 90's kids will make sure this love story lives on.

Favorite Corey/Topanga Moment: Episode 3 Season 1. Corey to Topanga, "Look Topanga if had to dream the perfect woman she wouldn't even come close to you."

There are so many other TV couples that I'm equally invested in but these are just some of my favorites.  TV shows love to toy with audiences by playing with couples plot lines.  We just love when our favorites end up together!  Comment below and let me know who your favorite couples are!

No comments:

Post a Comment