Chuck vs. the Obsession

Have I mentioned our obsession with obsessions?  Sometimes we get obsessed with things.  A few years ago, we saw a commercial for a new show called Chuck on NBC - it looked like a quirky spy comedy, and we decided to tune in for the pilot.  We liked it, and went back for a second week.  Then we were hooked.  I'm proud to say we've watched every episode since, and we own the past three seasons on DVD.

Last night was the season four premiere of Chuck.  We've been looking forward to this since the season 3 finale some months ago.  When you're obsessed with something and it's taken away from you, there's a certain withdrawal.  After the season finale, I started planning our season 4 premiere party.  It took some months, but last night I pulled it off as a surprise for Rob.

Ty Nant water, as seen in Chuck vs. the Honeymooners:  check

Cheese balls, as seen in Chuck vs. the Pink Slip:  check

Subway-style sandwiches, as featured many episodes:  check

Specifically, turkey and munster cheese sandwiches, as featured in Chuck vs. the Truth:  check

But here's the best part.  Since last May, I've been scouring various stores and websites for good deals on Converse sneakers.  I can think of only one scene in the last three season where Chuck has not been wearing high top black Converse.  (Shout-out to all Chuck fans out there:  can you name the scene?)  Last night I presented Rob with Converse shoes for every member of our family.  We all put them on immediately.

And then with kids in bed, Rob and I snuggled on the sofa for the hour we've been anticipating for the last three months.  We were not disappointed.  Aces, Charles.