Like Mother Like Crazy Person

(Editor’s Note: As a testament to how great this episode was, Dave was unable to continue his live blog throughout the episode as a result of its total awesomeness. He was too selfish to pause it and watch it for the ninety minutes it normally takes him. Instead, he watched the episode straight through and “enjoyed” it. Luckily, his writing sucks, so your loss is really a plus for you. Alas, he’ll be coming at you with a real recap after he watches it again. For now, though, please enjoy the pathetic dribble he came up with.)
This episode is such a big event I’ve brought in extra help to break it down. Joining me tonight is Dharmaville resident, Alex Ventre. Let’s make this happen…
• Why all the wood in the water? I thought submarines were made of iron…
• I like how they’re doing a crossover with Lord of the Rings. Allison Janey is speaking elfish, right? Calling it right now, she will raise Claudia’s kid. She’s like the reverse Russo.
• Alex: “Her stomach is still big.” Dave: “I think there’s another kid coming.”
• Love the contrasting blankets. Definitely a good sign for the unnamed baby. Who knew he really was the Baby in Black at one point? To be honest, it’s more of a dark earth tone, suggesting a gradual transition toward evil. Scratch that, he’s obviously evil as a kid, as hammered home by the color differentiation. I do love that they got a young Zak Effron to play the Boy in Black.
• Alex: “I’m pumped to find out his name.” Dave: “Don’t think that’s going to happen.”
• It’s nice to see that hunting boar has always been the national pastime of the island.
• So the light is what Widmore is searching for... That and a cure to male baldness.
• I don’t think we’re going to learn anything about the dharma initiative in this episode.
• Boy in Black: If you’re my mom, then what’s my name?!?!?!
• Jacob: “Mother said-” Alex: “Sounds like Al Borland (from Home Improvement).”
And that’s all I had. I just enjoyed the show. But don’t worry, I’m going to rewatch the episode and deliver a recap worthy of the price you pay for this…