Beginning Of The End…

You know those nights when you just can’t sleep because your mind is buzzing and buzzing and buzzing? So much buzzing, that eventually you just give up, get out of bed, and fix yourself something to drink?

This is one of those nights.

Plus, I’m nursing my swollen, blistered, post-prom damaged feet. As cute as my silver sling-backs are, they are definitely NOT designed for dancing.

But that’s not what my mind’s on tonight. I got home from the hospital HOURS ago, and I still can’t get over EVERYTHING that’s happened.

Burke was shot. Shepherd performed surgery on him– and there’s no guarantee Burke will be able to operate again… It’s nuts. How can you go from being a powerhouse surgeon, to a patient with questionable hand function practically – overnight?

I stopped by Burke’s room tonight, before heading home, and noticed Cristina was there – in her Prom dress. Just standing by his bed. Holding his hand… They weren’t speaking. They were just… there.

It was lovely and sad all at the same time. I hope Cristina is able to stand by Burke through this. Because something tells me… there will be a lot more for him to overcome…

I wish you could have seen us all at the “Seattle Grace Prom” tonight – it was really a treat to see people out of their usual scrubs, all dressed up and smiling and dancing…

…and running, in all their finery, after each other down the hallway. That’s right – I heard from a very reliable source that McDreamy was spotted chasing after Meredith earlier this evening… right into an empty exam room.

Now, I can’t verify anything, as I wasn’t there, but… I will say this. There was clearly some heat between those two when I saw them together later this evening.

I was resting my feet at the nurses station – the one by the second floor elevators – when I saw something – just before I was paged away. Something between Meredith and McDreamy. I can’t quite put my finger on it – but it was electric. There was this unspoken crackle in the air…

But that brings me to the really heart breaking part. When I was paged away – it was to help Olivia. Help her prep Denny Duquette’s body for transport to the morgue.

Yes, it’s true. Denny Duquette died this evening.

That’s the image that’s really been haunting me. The one I can’t quit seeing when I close my eyes. And what’s funny is that, it’s not even something I witnessed in person. It’s what Olivia described to me – about Izzie, sprawled in her beautiful rose-colored prom dress, across dead Denny’s bed.

Izzie wouldn’t leave him. He was dead, and she was there, and – she just wouldn’t leave. She COULDN’T leave. Until Alex – that’s right – Alex was able, finally, to coax her away. He scooped her – petticoats and all – into his arms, and lifted her away from the bed. And then he just held her there. While she cried.

Oh wow. Now I’m crying again. And I thought I’d managed to cry myself out hours ago.

And to top it off, Izzie QUIT the program tonight. She took responsibility for the Denny situation, and then… she quit. Just like that. Said she isn’t a surgeon. That she CAN’T be a surgeon.

And she walked out. Her skirts rustled down the steps as she left, with Alex and George in tow… Which brings me right back to…

Meredith. Standing there by the elevators in her sparkly dress, upset about Izzie, trying to go home, and finding herself -- caught. Between Finn – and Derek.

Like I said, my head is buzzing. With all sorts of questions and no easy answers. Most of all, I know I should sleep as I’ve got the early shift in the morning, and I know I’ll be regretting this late-night blogging the minute my alarm goes off in just a few hours…

So, this is Nurse Debbie. Signing off for now, sure to be back very soon with more of your very favorite, very juicy Seattle Grace Gossip.

Comments

[BRIANNA]

Last nights final show was intense. I can't wait for next season. This is by far the bast show on tv right now!!

[Andrea]

Interesting finale. Even if I kind of felt dirty afterward. Especially after Mer/Der's escapade. One minute she's telling the vet he's going to get lucky the next minute she's boffing Derick.
I think Mer is heading for some serious head shrinking.
But I love this show, love it, love it, gotta have it!!!

[Beth]

It was the BEST season finale I have EVER seen!! I honestly cried 4 times!!

[Kristen W.]

I think one of the reason's I love GA so much is that in some way I can relate to almost every character.
Cristina's need to be the strong one with no emotional ties...I knew that Cristina would go back to Burke...but thank you for showing it to us before our LONG summer break. George getting over an unrequited love, thanks for Callie!! I think that Callie and Meredith could really be great friends. Anyway...Callie feels like an outsider, who hasn't been there. Izzie losing it for love, I hope that we all feel that atleast once in our life. Alex...man, that moment where Alex comforts Izzie is what had me crying...I was sad that Denny died, but come on we all knew it was going to happen...Alex loves Izzie!! And then Meredith and Derek...wanting to do the right thing...but truly messing up along the way to finding out what the right thing is. Bravo on another wonderful season...can't wait til next time!!!

I just feel like jumping in the TV and helping everyone and to be able to be a part of that team if it were so real....gosh

[Jessica]

So, did Meredith leave with Finn or Derek? I'm torn between who I want her to be with. I just hope it works out for the best. Poor Izzy, I cried my eyes out. Bad things always happen to good people. So sad....

[Karen from DC]

You're exhausted!!
I'm drained!! I still can't believe everything that happened!!! My mind won't stop racing!!!!! I CAN NOT BELIEVE HIS DEAD!

Thanks for posting Debbie...you're the best!!

[MIchele]

Alright! I have to tell you this is the best show on EARTH!!!! I love love love this show!!! I never and I mean never miss it!! lol...
I am a mother of 4 small children and married, I'll start there so I don't get totally blasted for some of the comments I am going to express.
1st Meridith is my favorite person. There is something about her. I don't know if it's that I have felt the way she has before I met my husband. No I have never fallen for a married man but I've been in love with a McDreamy of my own and know what it's like to not be able to pursue it even though i wish I could have. I also used to deal with my life much as she has, lol...She is so real and human to me. Someone I think I would be friends with.
I have truely fallen in love with evenyone. But what has happened between Derek and Mereidith I can totally understand. They acted on impluse and althought that may have not been the best thing to do I think the fact that they both stopped pretending and were so honest with one another they both got caught up in the moment.
I didn't like Addison in the beginning but have grown to love her. But I really don't feel for her. I don't know why that is, although unlike my husband I am glad she wasn't the one that walked in. I don't think she would have diserved that, noone does.
Izzie, oh my hear breaks for her! I have never every laughed and cryed so much over a show in my life! The writer are just amazing! I saw a side of Alex I never new exsisted and realized that he truely loves Izzie. I hope Izzie reconsiders, and I hope the chief will talk her into saying.
Christina distrubed me in the beginning of this show. But I finally realized that she has never felt so close to any one human being in her life and the emotions she has are scaring her to death! I think Denny dying was her wake up call. I do hope she and Burke can work it all out. He is such a kind understanding man and even though he was going through what he was, oh how he touched me when he said that he wouldn't hold it against her. Yet another tear was shed. I am so concerned over him.
I can't wait till next season.

[Denise]

I am so sad that Denny died I want it to be some horrible mistake!

[Crazygraysfan]

I think Dr. Grey and Dr. Shepherd are going to find out that they are in love and eventually get together. His wife will probably die in the next season and he will finally figure out that he truly loves her and he and Dr. Grey will split of good.

[Stacey]

how long till next season? I CAN'T WAIT....

[EM]

Debbie,

Thank you so much for all of the updates. I cried so much last night, that I'm tired this morning.
Please post more when you can.
It's going to be a loooong summer.
Thanks again for keeping us updated on all of the inside gossip at SG.

[Charity]

This had to be one of the best season finales Ive seen in a long time... WHAT emotion I swear I was laughing because when the Chief was grilling the Interns they all went off on their own seperate topics and he was so flustered but you couldnt help but laugh... I was on the edge of my seat ... I was so proud Of Izzie for following her HEART yea she was crazy and what a stupid thing to do... but all for the sake of love... And I was disappointed in Cristina for not being by Burkes side but I clould understand in her world where all is right but she finally got it together... and I really wanted Meredith to be with Finn but she loooooves McDreamy and he loves her so maybe they will work it out! Great SHOW I love it cant wait for it to be back!

[Unbelievable]

Last night's episode was one that goes down in history. I cried, I cried, I cried. My heart was beating so fast and the tension. WOW! I was so angry with Christina, I feel for Izzy and Meredith; and George is HOT. :) I can't wait until next season!!!!! Do not move it from Sunday night.

[Shaun]

Great episode last night!!!! This show does an amazing job pulling you into the characters as if they were your own real life friends. I watch the show every week and I am a guy. Now we have to wait until September????? That is almost cruel and unusual punishment!!!

[Monica]

OK - after Sunday night's episode I was not very happy with Izzy and what she did - I thought it was pretty selfish. However, after watching last night's finale - I sympathized with her. I think I went through every emotion from crying to calling Christina a bad name for leaving Burke's side. I then went to laughing at the fact that they all managed to tell the Chief everything but who cut Denny's cord. I really love this show, and as much as I love summer time - I cannot wait for fall to get here to see what happens next. Will it be McDreamy or McVet? hmmm... P.S. I think either George's chick is gonna squeel about Meredith & Derek - or someone is gonna find her panties in the exam room. The love scene was so awesome - I watched it again this AM!! ha

[ducky]

Let's try this again because my previous post seems to be missing.

How can you condone and encourage cheating as a good thing? Everyone crucified Addison for cheating yet Mer & Der aren't being treated the same way. Why is there a double standard?

[Annie]

Wow!!! What an episode!! It was sad, happy, funny and exhilerating all at the same time. The Prom for the young girl was a nice twist. It was very nicely done, it took away from how sad that story line really could have been. It was an evening in an emotional rollercoaster.
I really do hope that Mer/Der gets together. I am a Mainer and rooting for Dereck!!!!!!
Great Job!!!!!!!

[MerDer]

first of all... OMG!!! i was in tears. i didn't think they'd be killing of Denny. i mean, the guy just got a heart. but then again, it wouldn't have been what it was if he didn't die. Izzie just had me crying. i felt so bad for her. and Alex, how sweet is he? after all this time, being an ass to Izzie... he still comforted her. oh and Christina and Burke. i love how they had her crying to the Chief about wanting to get her edge back. then there was George and Callie. George told her that that's his family and they stick together no matter what. when she walked in on Meredith and Derek... she helped Meredith fix her dress and gave Derek such a dirty look. and now for Derek and Meredith. come on... how hot was that scene??? i mean, we all knew she was trying to move on. trying to do the right thing... but the way he was looking at her. ughh!!! he loves her and she loves him, but he's married. i felt bad for Addison (i hate to say it) but Mer and Der... they just can't be together (right now) he has a responsibility and she wouldn't want to get hurt again. she'll pick Finn. cause he's safe and she does care for him. the thing with Derek... they got caught up in the moment. they love eachother, but he'll go back to Addison and she'll pick Finn.

[Toni]

Just when I started to like Meredith's character she had to ruin it by falling for Derek's crap. I think she should be stronger and stay away from him. He is so brilliant yet an idiot. Both Addison and Meredith should leave his butt high and dry. With all that said it just makes me love this show more and I cannot get enough of Grey's Anatomy.

[Amazed]

Man, that scene between McDreamy and Grey was so hot . . . and terribly true to life's weaknesses! I can't believe how genuine your writers are and how well the actors can execute! McDreamy is awesome--you can see every thought in the way he looks at Meredith! Great job!

[Kate]

Oh my goodness...is it wrong that I'm glad Denny died? I've been rooting for Alex since the beginning! Everyone counted him out but I always knew underneath it all he truly care, he loves izzy he deserves to be happy! Finally Christina went to Burke - I was so mad when she kept walking away but I guess she had to deal with er emotions first. I am soooo over Mer/Der altough they derserve each other cause they are sooo whiny and self-absorbed. Addison deserves better than that! She shoot hook up with Finn

[Janmyers]

I particularly liked the "time out" bit. I was beginning to wonder why noone was missing the interns who were always there fighting over the surgery opportunities, when she started looking for her "suck up interns". That was really funny.

[susanp]

I am so glad that Derek and Meredith got together. Was it more machoism than love? This thing between them has got to take off. The story plots are so well written that I found myself liking Finn. Then you throw that Hot Lusty scene and bravo with Torres walking in and helping Meredith with her dress! I'm a bit upset that I want my summer to go fast so that I can watch the next season. I'm begging whomever to release the 2nd season DVD set ASAP. I don't have Tivo and didn't do any recordings of my own, so I need to watch GA over the summer, PLEASE!!!
Nurse Debbie...Thank you for your posting so quickly, we fans are NEEDY!. Alex reminded me of Rhett Butler...
I did like Denny, not as much as some, but he was CHARMING. This is the most incredible show I've ever watched. It makes other shows hard to watch.
What in the world is Meredith going to do? Maybe she can say, I have to go check on Izzie. Derek wasn't right for saying "Meredith" in front of Finn. Like is it him or me? That's not Love. That's competition. Why do show's have to take a summer break?????

[klbab]

I want Denny back. Period.