To Whom It May Concern

Season 7, Episode 12, Aired
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Lorelai notices some odd behavior from Sookie. Luke and Anna attend a custody hearing. With help from Paris, Rory finally makes amends with Lucy. While attending Richard's economics class at Yale, Rory witnesses a frightening scene. Christopher finds the letter Lorelai wrote for Luke and confronts her.moreless
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  • One of the best episodes of the season.

    10
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    By Accumulative, Jul 07, 2009 Report Abuse
    This is definitely one of the best episodes of this season so far. I like how Sookie randomly drops by with some coffee for a chat with Lorelai at the start. The scene where the judge read Lorelai's letter was extremely touching and it was clear that Lorelai still loves Luke. Christopher and Lorelai finally has a big fight - as much as how I liked them being together, the chemistry wasn't there. Rory finally gets back together with Lucy, and I'm quite happy that Paris was so direct with Lucy, since she couldn't stand Rory being treated this way. She certainly is a great friend. It's amusing how her obsession with perfection takes over as she plans her own future and at the same time includes Rory in it. Richard faints at Rory's lecture, leaving a dramatic cliffhanger.moreless

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  • Things are finally happening and the ending was shocking. Are the writers getting it now?

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    By stewie1423, Jun 04, 2009 Report Abuse
    I have to say it but...finally Lorelai and Christopher are reaching the end of their marriage. It has been doomed from the start and was just a very obvious obstacle for the Luke/Lorelai relationship. I predicted that Chris would find the character reference but I was glad we got to hear it. It just shows how these two are meant to be, it was a nice moment to hear what she thinks of him.

    The confrontation was engrossing and intense but everyone knows that Lorelai loves Luke, so her efforts were useless in trying to calm Christopher down. I'm glad he left as its for the best. Loved that Luke called with news that he won partial custody, she looked so upset. Anna wasn't nice here...she's very harsh on Luke.

    As for Rory's storyline, I was really satisfied with it. I loved how Paris was the one who got her and Lucy to make up...she's hilarious but the things she said about Rory were sweet and I was glad that Lucy made things right. What about the shocking end? Richard has a heart attack, that was a bold move and very6 dramatic for this show. It worked though...can't wait to see what happens next episode.

    In other news Sookie is pregnant...this was funny, loved her freaking out. So this was the best episode of the 7th season...are the new writers finally getting it?moreless

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  • So it seems the marriage between Lorelai and Chris is finally over...!

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    By nofeartina, Jun 12, 2008 Report Abuse
    I liked this episode. Rory are finally good friends with Lucy again (you gotta love Paris), allthough it was kind of a lame make-up they had in the cafeteria... That could have been more interesting!
    And now Sookie is pregnant! I can't believe that Jackson never mentioned to her that he didn't have the vesectomy. She is sooo entitled to get really mad at him. I guess Jackson had to be really thankful that Lorelai was there to calm her down...
    The best part of this episode is off course the letter. That letter was soo moving, and you could tell that Luke was happily surprised. I get why Chris couldn't ignore it, and now it seems that the marriage is over! Yay, let's get Lorelai back together with Luke... :)moreless

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  • Lorelai finds out why Sookie is acting so strange. Rory and Paris are trying to figure out their future after Yale. Rory and Lucy make up. Christopher finds Lorelai's character reference for Luke and reacts badly. Luke wins his court case.moreless

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    By mma_bear, Mar 30, 2007 Report Abuse
    I think it would have been a funnier story line to have the vasectomy fail rather than have Jackson deceive Sookie in such a way but it's fun to have Sookie pregnant again. It was a nice way to share Melissa's pregnancy with her fans. I'm glad that Luke won his case but I hope it doesn't mean we have to see too much more of April. This was a strange story line and I hope that she is only mentioned in passing in the future. Well Christopher is now showing his true colors. When things don't go well, he leaves. Emily said it best when she said, "You were a charming boy. A weak, but charming boy." (Season 5, episode 12 "Come Home") Christopher took advantage of Lorelai when she was hurting. It was appalling that he thought it was ok to sleep with her when she was in such a vulnerable state (end of last season). He charmed her with romantic dates and a trip to Paris. He took her on the rebound and now blames her because she shows some loyalty to a long time friend. Instead of talking it out, he has a tantrum and walks away. Lorelai should be stronger but she is still hurt from her break up with Luke and confused about her feelings for Chris. She is trying hard to make her marriage work even though the alarm bells are ringing. Hopefully she'll figure things out soon. Next episode should go a long way into helping her decide with whom she should ultimately be.moreless

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  • Freakin' Men! This was an episode full of male mishaps.

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    By DarkBride, Mar 30, 2007 Report Abuse
    They are always trouble aren't they? No matter what they are doing, they are doing something to drive us crazy.

    First, there's Jackson. Who didn't go get his stuff fixed. Now poor Sookie has to birth another child. And I speak from personal experience, this is NOT an easy task or one to take lightly. But it was rather sweet how bonds friendship helped Sookie deal and accept her fate. The mother of three kiddos.

    Secondly, there's Luke. He had the best intentions, but still seemed to cause trouble, albeit very indirectly. But, the trouble was there, so it must be listed.

    Then there's Marty, who although not seen was the cause of a quarrel between two blossoming buddies. If it weren't for his inability to get his head together, there would have never been any issue.

    Poor Richard, while not intentional, he cause some drama at the end of the episode with his medical situation. Not his fault, but it did cause some stress for Rory (and later stress for the rest of the Gilmore women, although not in this episode).

    Lastly Christopher whom it seems has lost his freakin' mind. Getting mad at Lorelai for the coffe from Luke's that SOOKIE brought over. Hello, it was brought in by a third party. Lorelai can't help its the best coffee in town. And then getting mad at her for trying to help Luke get to see his daughter. WTF? Come on man! You've *really* lost it!

    So, therefore I'm re-titling this episode 'Male Madness'.moreless

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    • Luke is awarded joint custody of April. Edit
    • This is the second time Lorelai has been Luke's character witness. In "The Lorelai's First Day at Yale," when Luke is talking to the lawyers, he asks her to be his character witness to prove that he wants nothing from his divorce with Nicole. Edit
    • While she's now married, the Judge refers to Lorelai as "Ms. Lorelai Gilmore". Since the Judge does nothing but read Lorelai's letter, we can assume that not only did Lorelai not take Christopher's name (she said she wouldn't, so no surprise there) but it also looks like she's attached to her single status. It can also be interpreted as a way of not hurting Luke. Edit

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    • Melissa McCarthy (who plays Sookie) is actually pregnant with her first child during this on-screen pregnancy. Edit
    • French episode tile: "Témoin de Moralité", meaning "Character Witness". Edit
    • International Airdates: Spain - October 2, 2007 on FOX TV Spain Germany - January 4, 2008 on VOX Edit

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    • Chris: Hey have you seen the level? Lorelai: The, uh, thing with the green bubble that goes back and forth? Chris: Yeah Lorelai: Yeah, Paul Anka and I were playing with it. Chris: You were playing with it with the dog? Lorelai: Yes, I was trying to hypnotize him with the bubble. Chris: Uh Huh Lorelai: See if I could talk him out of the habit of chewing on the corner of the welcome mat. Or, I was going to give him a wacky post-hypnotic suggestion like the door bell rings and he spins around in circles. Chris: Were you able to hypnotize him? Lorelai: No Chris, he's a dog. Edit
    • Lorelai: But, you know, babies are more than diapers, though, right? Sookie: No, no. Lorelai: Sookie. Sookie: No, all I remember is eat, sleep, poop, eat, sleep, poop. Lorelai: Well, there's other stuff. Sookie: Yeah, like, uh, diaper rash, and colic, and potty training. Lorelai: No, the good stuff. Sookie: Well, I'm having trouble remembering that. Lorelai: Well, for one thing, they're pretty cute. Sookie: Yeah, well, but, cute's not going to help me sleep at night. Lorelai: And they smell great. That newborn baby smell, you can't beat that, right? Sookie: The smell is pretty good. Lorelai: And how about when you give them their first bath. I remember when I gave Rory her first bath and she looked up at me like, "What the hell is going on?" I kept saying, "I'm sorry, I'm sorry, I'm sorry." Sookie: You know, Davey loved his first one. Martha screamed bloody murder. Oh, my God, the screaming. Lorelai: Yeah, but how about the first time they're crying and crying and you go in to pick them up and then they stop crying because they recognize you! Sookie: That's pretty cool. Lorelai: Yeah! Sookie: I'm not going to sleep, though. Lorelai: Yeah, you won't sleep, but you'll get another first smile. Sookie: Davey had his at three weeks. That's really advanced. Lorelai: Aww. And how about when you're lying down, holding the baby, and the baby falls asleep on your chest. Sookie: And they're all warm and cuddly. God. I know what you're doing. You're trying to make this sound good. Lorelai: In the middle of the night, and you're rocking the baby, and everyone's asleep. Then they fall asleep, then you fall asleep. Sookie: (starts to cry) I'm hormonal. And you're playing dirty. Lorelai: Pretty good stuff, huh? Sookie: I guess. Lorelai: Really good. Sookie: Are you talking memory or are you talking ahead? Lorelai: Oh, uh, a little bit of both, I guess. Sookie: Really? Lorelai: Well, the subject has come up. It might come up again. Edit
    • (After fighting with Christopher and waking up alone, Luke calls) Lorelai: Hello? Luke: Hey, I didn't wake you did I? Lorelai: Uh, no, hi. No. I'm up. Luke: I just had to tell you–-I won! Lorelai: (confused) You won? Luke: It's incredible. I thought I was screwed. I mean, her lawyer dug up every last bit of dirt she could find about me, but... Lorelai: (realizes what he's talking about) Oh, oh, Luke, that's great. Luke: Yeah, the judge waited until this morning to give us their decision, and man that was the longest night of my life. I just got off [the phone] with my lawyer. I get shared custody. Lorelai: Wow, congratulations. Luke: Yeah, I get to see April at least one weekend a month, every other major holiday, half the summer, we're going to work it all out. It's so great. Lorelai: So great. Luke: Yeah, I guess the judge just took everything into consideration, and realized how much I wanted to be in April's life. And, of course, your letter was a big help. Lorelai: (winces) Well, I just wanted to help you–-help April. Luke: Well, you did, and I'm really grateful. Anyway, sorry to call so early. Uh, thanks again. Lorelai: Congratulations. (hangs up and sighs) Edit

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    • Paris: You two were behaving like children. I thought I was going to have to put you on the naughty step or something. The naughty step is a technique used by Jo Frost to discipline children when they misbehave. They must stay on the step (also called naughty stool or naughty mat) for a certain amount of time depending on their age. She is the main figure and host of her reality television show Supernanny. Edit
    • Paris: How very "Heathers" of her! Heathers is a movie from 1989 starring Winona Ryder, Christian Slater and Shannen Doherty. It's a movie about three popular girls in high school, and a fourth one that wants to become a part of the clique even though she isn't like the other girls. Edit
    • Sookie: Are you sure? Jackson: Absolutely. Kinsey Millhone is waiting for you. Kinsey Millhone is a fictional female private investigator created by Sue Grafton, and is the protagonist of Grafton's "alphabet mysteries" series of novels. In addition, Millhone appears in a number of short stories written by Grafton. Edit

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