And Simply Like That…- Below the Desk- Overview: Adults Behaving Badly

Effectively, they did it. They gave Harry (Evan Handler) prostate most cancers. The clues have been there from manner again in season one when Charlotte (Kristin Davis) was prepared to cancel Harry’s colonoscopy for dinner with the Wexlers. If I trusted the writers of this present, I’d say that this is part of getting older, and navigating an sickness with youngsters may very well be a compelling storyline, however I am not holding my breath. 

The issue with this storyline is it would illuminate Carrie (Sarah Jessica Parker) as an terrible individual and good friend. She truly utters, “What does that need to do with me?” Parker has been making the rounds selling the present, and somebody requested her about individuals hating Carrie, and he or she took offense to that. She made a great level that we embrace male anti-heroes, however ladies can’t be sophisticated or make unhealthy selections. I get what she’s saying, however that does not take away from the truth that on this episode alone, she’s a nasty good friend and neighbor. 

Carrie lastly meets her downstairs neighbor. I used to be confused, after which Seema (Sarita Choudhury) reiterated that there was a tenant downstairs who resided there six months out of the yr to write down. Is Carrie a landlord? 

Carrie’s complaining to the women about her neighbor, who requested her to take away her sneakers or at the very least get rugs. Her clacking is protecting him up. When Carrie mentions the identify of the neighbor, Duncan Reeves (Jonathan Cake), Miranda fan ladies. Duncan writes actually lengthy, common biographies. Oh no, the author’s connection. Did not we do that with Berger? Throughout lunch, Miranda shared that she’s additionally experiencing neighbor issues in her long-term Airbnb. Her neighbor performs demise metallic in any respect hours.

After lunch, Carrie and Charlotte have a heart-to-heart the place Carrie admits that there is some reduction in understanding why her relationship with Aiden must be long-distance. Charlotte replies that she does not know what she would do with out Harry day-after-day. Are you able to see the foreshadowing waving within the distance? I do give Carrie credit score for not making a comment about dwelling with out Massive, which made me marvel, why have we not talked about Massive? Or Che? Was final yr a fever dream? 

Harry tells Charlotte he was recognized with early-stage prostate most cancers. I actually love how Harry is aware of Charlotte and anticipates her response. He asks her to not inform anybody and Charlotte gives to cancel their upcoming glamping journey with the Wexlers, however Harry insists on going. Oy. 

Again on the Wexlers, communication points come up between Lisa (Nicole Ari Parker) and Herbert (Chris Jackson). Is Lisa forgetting to inform Herbert about plans, or is Herbert not listening? Lisa is flying out to Atlanta together with her editor and can meet the household on the campsite the place their lack of communication continues. 

Seema has determined to start out her personal enterprise and is attempting to get a mortgage from the financial institution. Welcome again, Linda (Stephanie Cannon)! We bear in mind you from Intercourse and the Metropolis because the financial institution officer who turned down Carrie for a mortgage when she wanted to purchase her rental after breaking apart with Aidan. Linda has the identical information for Seema: with out collateral belongings or assured earnings, it will likely be robust to get a mortgage. So, is Seema’s success all smoke and mirrors? Sure, she says she wants a driver and a classy house to work out of, however I used to be actually shocked that she did not have extra capital to speculate. I assumed she was a savvy enterprise individual. 

Carrie tries to make good with Duncan and offers him a welcome basket stuffed with gadgets from the neighborhood. It is a considerate gesture, and I can solely assume that she obtained the concept from Charlotte. Duncan, too, desires to make peace and buys Carrie home slippers, handing them to her nonetheless within the Amazon package deal. Carrie refuses to present in on the heels however guarantees to purchase a rug quickly. Duncan is an ass too. He writes at evening and sleeps in the course of the day, so he wants it to be utterly quiet. Throughout the day. In New York. As a renter, why does Duncan assume he can complain in regards to the renovations to the backyard and terrorize the landscaper, Adam (Logan Marshall-Inexperienced)? 

“Below the Desk”-AND JUST LIKE THAT…, Pictured: Sarah Jessica Parker as Carrie Bradshaw. Picture by Craig Blankenhorn/MAX ©2025 MAX. All Rights Reserved

Miranda continues to be having points with the noise from her neighbor, and Carrie lastly invitations her to remain. She stated she ought to have supplied sooner, however she forgot in regards to the further rooms. Carrie nonetheless identifies as a studio condo proprietor. Actually, it is like all of her time married to Massive was wiped from her reminiscence. You simply know that Miranda and Carrie dwelling collectively goes to be a difficulty. Miranda additionally asks Carrie if Seema can assist discover Miranda an condo. That is cheap, however Carrie hesitates; she does not like to combine friendship and enterprise. Keep in mind that time when Carrie wanted to purchase her condo again from Aiden and Linda from the financial institution turned her down for a mortgage? Carrie ultimately obtained the cash from Charlotte who bought her engagement ring from Trey. I’ve all the time discovered Carrie to be the worst good friend among the many unique group, and that has been a constant consider AJLT. Carrie and Miranda aren’t splendid roommates. Miranda eats Carrie’s final of all the pieces, spills Coke on the Aiden desk, and the attractive scarf Miranda borrowed for her first sleepover with Pleasure. Additionally, Carrie did not recognize Miranda being bare within the hallway. For a former intercourse columnist, Carrie has persistently been a prude.

Again to this Aiden desk. It was a shock supply to Carrie, and it is actually higher trying than it was on-line. We’re meant to see this as a romantic gesture, however I believe he desires a reminder of him in her place. 

The glamping on Governors Island is a pleasant location, but it surely’s typical for a household getaway. All the youngsters are on their telephones, Harry is being eaten alive by mosquitoes, Herbert and Lisa proceed to have communication issues, and Charlotte is struggling to maintain Harry’s secret. There’s a good second in a sizzling tub the place Lisa can inform there’s one thing unsuitable, however Charlotte will not speak about it, and Lisa reaches over and gently gives a supportive hand on her again. That is the sequence I need to watch. Lisa acknowledged her good friend in ache however did not push. Charlotte will share when she’s prepared. I’m wondering how Carrie will make Harry’s most cancers about her. 

After Duncan virtually burns down his condo making tea, he and Carrie exit to dinner. Exterior the confines of their home, their dialog is simple and flirty. I am bracing myself for this severe author to learn Carrie’s work of fiction and provides it reward although everyone knows it’ll be crap. A girl is aware of. Carries returns to her place and takes off her heels. Countdown to Aiden utilizing his key and seeing Duncan and Carrie getting their writing on. 

PARTING THOUGHTS 

Despite the fact that it is a bitchy transfer, I loved the montage of Carrie’s heels and swishing outfits. 

I hate when Carrie thinks she’s being intelligent. A girl’s proper to sneakers. We bear in mind it was the identify of an episode of Intercourse and the Metropolis. 

Sure, I am glossing over the scene with Miranda’s neighbor answering the door bare with a meat cleaver.
Having Carrie textual content Samantha about Duncan was an inexpensive transfer.

Simply to show I am not completely important, I am loving Carrie’s hair this season. 

I need to see the place this flirtation between Seema and Adam goes.

Meredith Howell

Meredith lives in Chicago the place she and her husband made certain their two boys have been fluent in all issues popular culture. She loves speaking about all issues GG- Gilmore Ladies, Gossip Lady, and Golden Ladies and indulges in a yearly viewing of Delight and Prejudice (the Colin Firth model is the one one acknowledged).