Diane Butcher

Frank's that, then

Monday, the beginning of a week of remembrance and returns for Albert Square. Following Friday’s revelation that Pat was leaving the Square, yes I nearly died at that horrible thought too, Peggy was out to convince her to stay in the Square with all her convincing skills she was as subtle as Pat’s earrings. The wedding scenes were long I agree but they stood for metaphors etc for Peggy and Pat’s relationship. The return of Ricky and Diane was really interesting to watch, especially Pat’s reaction.

15 June 2002

While watching the recent episodes featuring Sonia's kidnapping of Chloe/Rebecca & the subsequent efforts of Dot to talk sense to Sonia, a feeling of déjà vu came over me. I'd seen these scenes before, I just knew it! Then it came to me: the first EastEnders episodes I ever watched, circa 1989 featured another troubled teenager-turned mother who was befriended by Dot. Am I the only viewer who remembers the Disa O'Brian storyline?