John's, "That's nice," after Katie says she wants to dance with her son. I know we forcus so much on Shawna and Jennifer's relationshop with Barb, but that one line shows how Barb has affected John, too.
IIRC he was very ready to go no contact with Barb, but didn’t because family means a lot to Shawna. I feel for him fr, he’s never been Barb’s “favorite” and her bs really hurts him.
My mil is something, but she’s no Barb, that’s for sure! Long before hubs and I got together, she was like another mom to me. She’s definitely got her quirks, but I still love her to death!
Seeing barb ruining that proposal idea was heartbreaking, but seeing everyone choose their peace, self respect and such while supporting jennifer. Its beautiful... God your skits are so moving
The friendship between Jennifer and Shauna is an unexpected plot point that I am invested in. I love the growth and love that grows between them. They begin to really understand each other.
I said this on another video, but you can really see it here - I love that the changes don't change who they are. You're so right, it is about understanding. Jennifer with her line about the "all eyes on Jennifer" party, and Shawna's "no effing way" are things they both would have said in their old relationship. But where before it would have been them fighting, here it's completely recontectualized as friendly ribbing.
Yaaasssss this - because changing colors and styles and canceling vendors is totally going to happen. I wouldn't have been surprised if they decided to a gender reveal and she called the bakery to get the deets before everyone else.
Shawna and John’s response to hurting eachothers’ feelings are really goals. Even though people are around, he feels like he can say something. She acknowledges she hurt his feelings without it sticking around and making things awkward or defensive AND doesn’t feel like it’s being too dismissive.
This one-woman show has me more invested that any movie ive seen in the last 2 years. Shawna you are amazing & your understanding of toxic parents is perfection.
Considering how Greg is as a person, I think he is sad that his precious fiance will have to be wed without her own mother attending. He may not like Barb as a person, but she is still Jen's mom..... That's the theory I'm running with and really hoping for! And not something dire like one suggested 🫣
I didn't read it the same way others are. I think he's not necessarily sad but nostalgic, thinking about how the proposal didn't go as he expected but thinking about how much he loves the people around him and how lucky he is.
When you have a toxic mother and you become blessed with a wonderful mother-in-law, life completely changes. It happened to me. I love my MIL. She has helped me grow so much. I’m so happy for Jennifer. It will be a long road to improvement, but she’s on the right road with supportive people around her. ❤
I’m loving this little subgroup of supportive people redeeming both Christmas and the proposal. Also, Jon’s “cool” solidified that he is the perfect man lol😂
I am so happy that Greg and Jens proposal was so private even we didn’t get to see it. We just see how happy they are and we get to be happy for them. Edited: If you’re like me and haven’t seen the full version of this story please go see it. It’s amazing. And thank you to everyone in the comments letting me know about the full version with the proposal.
@@danielleN101 I've watched the full video maybe a half dozen times and I'm so ridiculously invested in this story!!! Lol. Honestly, it's crazy how REAL this is, and yet Shawna is playing EVERY PART!! She's got my vote for the Cheer Choice award for sure!!!
Honestly Shawna, if you’d broken the fourth wall and wished “us” a Merry Christmas at the end i might just have lost my mind 😂😂. A big thank you for wonderful content this year. Cheers 🥂🥂
As someone who has a Barb for a mother, this truly truly made me happy. In some ways, I see myself in Jennifer. Not the pregnancy part, but like... But I see Katie in my mum in law, Greg as my fiancé and Shawna as my best friend and John as her hubby. Its like... So close to home, its almost scary. So this arc makes me hopeful and happy for my own future and Adventures in love ❤️
"It's not about what I want" oh boy the tears are acoming. And John being sad that he doesn't have that kind of relationship ;_; And him with the casual "cool". Love those subtle moments.
@@renaerolley5670well in reality that type of dad/partner did enable the abuse. When we make excuses for their behavior, shield them from consequences, or tolerate their mistreatment, we validate their sense of entitlement and disregard for others' feelings. This can lead to long-term emotional harm, like low self-esteem and anxiety. I could totally understand if they would want to distance themselves from him as well if only for a while -and I bet Frank will understand too. They all need to heal
I love the ending but it made me sad when John said "that's nice" after Katie girl said I get to dance with my son. Like he wanted that with his mom. Hugs for john!
*happy Christmas chatter* was the absolute best way to end this truly beautiful cap to the Christmas saga. Shawna, this shit was healing. Watching everyone stand up to Barb and salvage their holiday is the way it should be done. I feel a little healed by this episode 😌😌😌
I love that Katie really wanted to dance with her son at his wedding, but was perfectly content to get a video if thats what the bride needed. Also, i may be reading too much into it, but on the second rewatch, it felt like Shawna and husband were playing along with Jennifer, but Katie took it seriously. Like mama, like son!
That was such a beautiful thing to see everyone removed from the toxicity and not focus on the drama, but just let the couple have their moment. I was half expecting a cut back to Barb sad by herself. But I'm glad it ended on a positive note.
I really love how everyone joined together to celebrate Greg & Jennifer’s happy news. They could have easily made the whole situation about Barbs terrible behaviour & all the drama surrounding her. Instead they delegated Barb to an afterthought & chose to focus on the positives of that day. Well done & thank you for the uplifting content.
They should have a fake wedding for her to mess with or just tell her they are eloping until the day of the actual wedding. Its so sad they need to keep Barb's bad behavior in mind.
We had a small family ceremony at the church where we signed all the papers and everything. Then a bigger ceremony later with the music and the procession and the friends and loved ones. That way the important thing was out of the way, and we could just enjoy the moment.
Just watched the full video and the pause at the end lingering on John is a freeze frame with happy Christmas music, not setting up anything dramatic, thank god
Great work on this series Shawna. This was so fun to watch. I can't wait to see the arrival of Jen's baby and the upcoming wedding. 2025 is going to be amazing!!!
I really like that Jennifer was able to acknowledge that she enjoys being the centre of attention and it be a positive thing. Like, we are all human and attention is super important to us social creatures, seeking attention doesn't have to be a bad thing if you do it in a positive way. Being comfortable with attention is actually a huge personality strength, in terms of leadership. It's how you use that, that's important.
The John part of this is heartbreaking and sweet all at the same time. Can't wait to see him and greg have a real bonding where John's truth comes out. He's been holding this mess for decades and I feel that in my bones too.
Why in the world am I crying at this series? This is done by ONE WOMAN and these characters are so distinct, complicated and evolving.I think Jennifer is turning out to be my favourite.
Anyone else genuinely feel happy for them? Because I do! I really love the development of the family dynamic and how they have all progressed. Yes I'm aware it's a skit! Lookong forward to the wedding.💍💒
John's, "That's nice," after Katie says she wants to dance with her son. I know we forcus so much on Shawna and Jennifer's relationshop with Barb, but that one line shows how Barb has affected John, too.
I felt the same way. We need John's story too!!
IIRC he was very ready to go no contact with Barb, but didn’t because family means a lot to Shawna. I feel for him fr, he’s never been Barb’s “favorite” and her bs really hurts him.
@@shioneshiori4471 Right? His own mother disregards his children as "real" grandchildren.
Forcus 🥺
@@shioneshiori4471well maybe now that Jennifer is on good terms with Shawna and less so with barb, the kids can go no contact together
I love the new MOM character!! Giving MIL's a little love, we're not all Barb's!!
Yes!! My mom and my mother in law are both definitely Katies. They are both the best and I don’t know how I would do this life without them 💖
My mil is something, but she’s no Barb, that’s for sure! Long before hubs and I got together, she was like another mom to me. She’s definitely got her quirks, but I still love her to death!
Deedee is also a good mil for John
Deedee and Katy need to meet
My mom is somehow Katie and Barb at the same time, it’s crazy
@ possibly bipolar
Seeing barb ruining that proposal idea was heartbreaking, but seeing everyone choose their peace, self respect and such while supporting jennifer. Its beautiful... God your skits are so moving
I couldn't agree more!
The friendship between Jennifer and Shauna is an unexpected plot point that I am invested in.
I love the growth and love that grows between them. They begin to really understand each other.
Sweet
Same 🥲
I said this on another video, but you can really see it here - I love that the changes don't change who they are. You're so right, it is about understanding. Jennifer with her line about the "all eyes on Jennifer" party, and Shawna's "no effing way" are things they both would have said in their old relationship. But where before it would have been them fighting, here it's completely recontectualized as friendly ribbing.
@@jonathanhibberd9983that is so accurate
Jen's going to need to implement passwords with all her wedding venders just to make sure Barb doesn't mess with anything
Yaaasssss this - because changing colors and styles and canceling vendors is totally going to happen. I wouldn't have been surprised if they decided to a gender reveal and she called the bakery to get the deets before everyone else.
Oh my GOD, yes.😬
I wonder if Barb is gonna try to sabotage the wedding as revenge 😯
@connald483 It wouldn't be 'revenge', silly. It would be because no one listens to her, even though she knows best, so she was 'fixing' it. 🙄
@sarahw7644 my mistake! 😅 She's gonna make it a teaching moment so everyone knows how to properly treat her!
"Hey!"
"I'll make it up to you later 😉"
"Cool"🤣😭
My favorite part🤣
Oh my...sooo my hubby
When John says, "thats nice" when Katie is looking forward to dancing with her son at hus wedding... I wonder how his own mom/groom dance went.
She probably wore white to that wedding and made a big deal about being mother of the groom
i kinda want flashback episodes to their wedding
@@Missmorioooh yes, I second this
John hoping to be best man is so cute 😊
Shawna and John’s response to hurting eachothers’ feelings are really goals.
Even though people are around, he feels like he can say something. She acknowledges she hurt his feelings without it sticking around and making things awkward or defensive AND doesn’t feel like it’s being too dismissive.
And he knows she means it!
I love everything about this skit! I'm loving the longer storylines. 😊❤
oh yes!!
This one-woman show has me more invested that any movie ive seen in the last 2 years. Shawna you are amazing & your understanding of toxic parents is perfection.
It’s my favorite novela (soap opera)
Agreed! Like, I can't believe that one woman in 5 different t shirts made me tear up in 60 seconds!
The camera lingered on Greg for way too long there, Shawna. WHY DID THE CAMERA LINGER ON GREG FOR WAY TOO LONG THERE, SHAWNA?????
EXACTLY
Right!? Especially with him looking like he was going to cry! Was it happy tears!? I hope so!
I can't unsee this. He looks sad. Please don't tell me he's sick or something, I'm not ready for that.
Considering how Greg is as a person, I think he is sad that his precious fiance will have to be wed without her own mother attending.
He may not like Barb as a person, but she is still Jen's mom..... That's the theory I'm running with and really hoping for!
And not something dire like one suggested 🫣
I didn't read it the same way others are. I think he's not necessarily sad but nostalgic, thinking about how the proposal didn't go as he expected but thinking about how much he loves the people around him and how lucky he is.
When you have a toxic mother and you become blessed with a wonderful mother-in-law, life completely changes. It happened to me. I love my MIL. She has helped me grow so much. I’m so happy for Jennifer. It will be a long road to improvement, but she’s on the right road with supportive people around her. ❤
Love all of this, but John's "cool" was a SOLID representation of a long-term partner's response. Well-written!
Yup. Ten years married, and this is totally how my husband would respond. Maybe with a fist pump. 😂
It’s insane how completely invested I am with these characters that are obviously played by one woman. Great job Shawna!!!!
I’m loving this little subgroup of supportive people redeeming both Christmas and the proposal. Also, Jon’s “cool” solidified that he is the perfect man lol😂
I am so happy that Greg and Jens proposal was so private even we didn’t get to see it. We just see how happy they are and we get to be happy for them.
Edited:
If you’re like me and haven’t seen the full version of this story please go see it. It’s amazing. And thank you to everyone in the comments letting me know about the full version with the proposal.
So if you watch the full video you do get to see it and some other bonus content highly recommended.
We see it in another clip. Watch the long version, where they are all edited together.
@@danielleN101 I've watched the full video maybe a half dozen times and I'm so ridiculously invested in this story!!! Lol.
Honestly, it's crazy how REAL this is, and yet Shawna is playing EVERY PART!!
She's got my vote for the Cheer Choice award for sure!!!
we do see it in the full vid
We did see it, though.
Honestly Shawna, if you’d broken the fourth wall and wished “us” a Merry Christmas at the end i might just have lost my mind 😂😂. A big thank you for wonderful content this year. Cheers 🥂🥂
I need Katie and Mama D to be at the wedding and protect Jenny from Barb.
Give them official titles of Barb wranglers in the wedding program. That way guests know who to alert if they see Barb acting up.
I wouldn't invite Barb
@ananas21.29 yo me either but do you think that would stop her? She's gotta speak now baby. No holding that peace.
Or Shawna finally unleashing her inner beast and letting her have it
@@sarahs.7211 true
John and Greg are going to be the best of buds. They're great and I think they'll be good influences on each other.
I love how Katie is so great because like. She does so little, like the reigns are loose, and shes SO appreciated because of it
As someone who has a Barb for a mother, this truly truly made me happy. In some ways, I see myself in Jennifer. Not the pregnancy part, but like... But I see Katie in my mum in law, Greg as my fiancé and Shawna as my best friend and John as her hubby. Its like... So close to home, its almost scary. So this arc makes me hopeful and happy for my own future and Adventures in love ❤️
The place Barb should go is a certain Bistro. That way she can get some perspective on her crazy 😂
YES!! Fantastic idea!!!
Freaking nicole would have a field day!
And there is a certain event planner who could also give the whole crew a good overview of just how crazy the wedding planning could get.
It’s like a soap opera I can actually care about. Love it.
"It's not about what I want" oh boy the tears are acoming. And John being sad that he doesn't have that kind of relationship ;_; And him with the casual "cool". Love those subtle moments.
I need to know if they made it to the Nutcracker 😂
They said no bc Barb ruined the proposal
@@traciebaker-mb1mn I took that as Barb not being allowed to go to the Nutcracker.
@@laura23678 ahhh good point! I never thought about that!!
im imagining they went and this is them at that fancy dinner. ❤
I think Greg just meant no to Barb going and the rest went without her. At least I hope that's what happened!
I love how happy they are without Barb around.
I feel bad for Jennifer's Dad being left out because of Barb.
@@renaerolley5670well in reality that type of dad/partner did enable the abuse. When we make excuses for their behavior, shield them from consequences, or tolerate their mistreatment, we validate their sense of entitlement and disregard for others' feelings. This can lead to long-term emotional harm, like low self-esteem and anxiety. I could totally understand if they would want to distance themselves from him as well if only for a while -and I bet Frank will understand too. They all need to heal
I freaking love that Shawna and Jennifer are close now. Ugh it makes me so damn happy. Like I needed this after a rough day of work.
Omfg we totally need to see how this turns out - wedding and everything - This is better than any soap on today! ❤️❤️
I love the ending but it made me sad when John said "that's nice" after Katie girl said I get to dance with my son. Like he wanted that with his mom. Hugs for john!
Greg is the GOAT, Katie is the Mom of Legends, and props to Shawna and her man for speaking truth and being flexible to..."making it up afterward" 😂❤
I just love the new bonds being formed between the siblings. 😊
I think it's cute that they all supported both ideas, a secret wedding and in person one. Everyone supporting either option of theirs.
*happy Christmas chatter* was the absolute best way to end this truly beautiful cap to the Christmas saga. Shawna, this shit was healing. Watching everyone stand up to Barb and salvage their holiday is the way it should be done. I feel a little healed by this episode 😌😌😌
I became strangely invested 😂❤
"It’s not about what I want“
OH DEAR LORD, YES, THANK YOU
I cannot wait for Barb's reaction.
I love that Katie really wanted to dance with her son at his wedding, but was perfectly content to get a video if thats what the bride needed.
Also, i may be reading too much into it, but on the second rewatch, it felt like Shawna and husband were playing along with Jennifer, but Katie took it seriously. Like mama, like son!
I love Jennifer and Shawna’s friendship
It's so sad, that the mom couldn't participate but 100% her own doing. I'm glad jen is changing for the better! Thank you Greg and baby XD
That was such a beautiful thing to see everyone removed from the toxicity and not focus on the drama, but just let the couple have their moment. I was half expecting a cut back to Barb sad by herself. But I'm glad it ended on a positive note.
I love that Shauna has got to the point where she can say that endearingly about Jennifer
John's little gasp at "best man" was so cute
I can just imagine how Barb’s husband is currently faring. 🗣️🗣️🗣️
Even he is beginning to stand up to her. Changes and growth for all but Barb. Could she change??? Only Shauna knows.
I'm so happy for Jennifer & Greg! I'm invested in this!
Greg's look at the end. So real! All the feels.
I really love how everyone joined together to celebrate Greg & Jennifer’s happy news. They could have easily made the whole situation about Barbs terrible behaviour & all the drama surrounding her. Instead they delegated Barb to an afterthought & chose to focus on the positives of that day. Well done & thank you for the uplifting content.
I can see Barb being uninvited from the wedding and making a surprise appearence.
They should have a fake wedding for her to mess with or just tell her they are eloping until the day of the actual wedding. Its so sad they need to keep Barb's bad behavior in mind.
I’m 26 with no children and I’m so invested in your channel. Someone book Shawna a TV pilot!!!
How am I sat with tears in my eyes about characters all played by the same person? I'm so invested.
I am too invested into these shorts😂😂❤❤
I never get tired of this. This series was so freaking good, Shawna! :)
I love that they all came together to support these two
It's amazing that they were able to piece the moment back together. I love the energy.
We had a small family ceremony at the church where we signed all the papers and everything. Then a bigger ceremony later with the music and the procession and the friends and loved ones. That way the important thing was out of the way, and we could just enjoy the moment.
Not me over here, on NYE morning, sobbing happy tears, when I already watched the full vid days ago! ❤❤❤
You are amazing!! Happy New Year!!!
This was so sweet I literally got choked up from your excellent character portrayals and wonderful script writing
John gasping when Greg said he wants a best man. I ship it! I love a healthy bromance!!!
This is mama favorite series and I can’t wait for every single one to come out!
You’re amazing. It literally feels like we’re watching 5 different people. Well done 👏🏼
I just LOVE this melded family, who have made a deep connection in record time!
Just watched the full video and the pause at the end lingering on John is a freeze frame with happy Christmas music, not setting up anything dramatic, thank god
Great work on this series Shawna. This was so fun to watch. I can't wait to see the arrival of Jen's baby and the upcoming wedding. 2025 is going to be amazing!!!
What was that look on johns face.....I feel something BIG coming😮😅
I really like that Jennifer was able to acknowledge that she enjoys being the centre of attention and it be a positive thing. Like, we are all human and attention is super important to us social creatures, seeking attention doesn't have to be a bad thing if you do it in a positive way. Being comfortable with attention is actually a huge personality strength, in terms of leadership. It's how you use that, that's important.
Someone get this woman a network deal!!! I’m so invested in these characters
I’m sitting here smiling like this is real 😂❤ it’s just so sweet
Awww I've loved this series hope it continues!!
Merry Christmas to all. Cheers to a happy and healthy’25❤
The John part of this is heartbreaking and sweet all at the same time. Can't wait to see him and greg have a real bonding where John's truth comes out. He's been holding this mess for decades and I feel that in my bones too.
Greg loves Jen for the fireball that she is, and I love it!!
I love how Shawna and Jen are definitely friends or certainly becoming friends. They’re actually being family members to one another!
Shawna, you’re just getting better and better and better at this. 😂😂😂
I’m so impressed with how far this has come 🎉
Can’t wait to see how this will develop ☺️
I think everyone except Barb got the best Christmas - but especially Greg and Jennifer 🥲
I love how much jen has changed as a person and realized what kind of person barb is❤
Why in the world am I crying at this series? This is done by ONE WOMAN and these characters are so distinct, complicated and evolving.I think Jennifer is turning out to be my favourite.
The way in which I am invested emotionally with these characters is crazy. But team Greg for sure 😂❤
Why do I love your skits so much!
They add so much joy to my day
Is anyone else happy to see Jennifer finally grow up?
Love this story line !!! ❤️ I think we all know a "Barb"
Anyone else genuinely feel happy for them? Because I do! I really love the development of the family dynamic and how they have all progressed.
Yes I'm aware it's a skit!
Lookong forward to the wedding.💍💒
You have such a great vibe!!!!🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤
I LOVE THIS CHANNEL SO MUCH!
This shit is literally my new Young and the Restless! I absolutely love it😂😍❤️
I EFFN LOVE THIS CHANNEL! You’re amazing Shawna. Tysm for sharing your brain with us
I love these characters 😂😂😂😂
You are so freaking talented
So happy for them
It was so warm and calm not having Barb around. 🥳🎆🎇
Watching these while drunk is a vibe
I adore how invested in this I've gotten!! This us better than 99% of ehatever reality slop streaming services are pumping out
I have loved these Characters. I hope we getting a wedding video
Keep up the great work. I love it.
I love how Shawna and Jennifer are now low-key BFFs who totally understand each other, flaws and all🥰
This series finale healed some of my childhood trauma and cleared my acne 🙏🏼✨
the little breath intake when Greg mentions having a best man!
I AM LIVING FOR THIS STORY LINE🎉
The “I’ll make it up to you later” is so real