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Adamantium · 08-23-2003, 07:53 PM

I watched a mini marathon. I watched a bunch of classic Chico episodes. Then, I just got in the mood to watch the first episode with Raul. I had a very empty feeling watching the episode. I kept expecting to see Freddie's smiling face entering the garage. I could tell that Ed would do anything to get his good friend back. It's almost as if the show just wasn't complete. I still like the last season (I tend to like the unpopular seasons of shows) but I can't watch an original Chico episode first.

One of the saddest lines of the series was in "Raul Runs Away". Ed was explaining to Charo (which her being there was sad in itself) about why Raul can't have a van for the garage. I forget exactly what he said. Something like: "First they get a van. Then they move into the van. Then the van becomes a part of him. Then one day ... it's all gone. The van's gone .... Chico's gone.

Prince · 08-23-2003, 08:42 PM

That line is so sad. I have never really watched any of the shows without Freddie because I just felt that without our Mr. Prinze, there was no show. It was the chemisty between Jack and Freddie that made it so endearing to watch. They made such an incrediable team, like they were born to work together. As you watched the various seasons you could actually see the relationship between the two actors grow from being good friends to actually loving each other, whether it be as son and father or just a great mutal respect for each other. Everytime I sit down and watch those first 3 seasons it puts a smile on my face. Freddie Prinze was one talented young man.

tylersmistress2002 · 08-27-2003, 12:27 PM

I just cant watch the Raul episodes.....as far as I am concerned it is NO LONGER CATM. Sorry....but take away chico and its just not the same.

Raul was adorable but no one could fill freddie's shoes.

hue_mee · 08-27-2003, 07:19 PM

I seen bits of the Chico -less episodes and felt it was never the same without Chio. I kinda wished I had seen the one episode where Ed explains about the van and the part where Ed tells Raul about Chico. I am aware of Ed's deep down sadness during that seen, But some how wished I could now see it again.

Joy · 08-27-2003, 08:59 PM

I can't bring myself to watch the Freddie-less shows although i did try and watch the raul runs away but when ed tried to explain what happened to chico i couldn't take it.

Cheryl Harrell · 08-28-2003, 03:16 AM

When I saw it in the 70's I didn't get to upset as I wasn't yet a fan of his. When I saw it after I got into him in the TVLAND re-runs, it really made me sad. I went thru the hankies watching it, it was so sad. If you watch it, trust me you'll need plenty of hankies when they show the flashbacks on Chico...

08-23-2003, 07:53 PM	#1
Adamantium TVAdam No More Forum Veteran Join Date: Sep 11, 2002 Location: Springfield, Ohio Posts: 7,836	I Just Wanted to Say ... About CATM I watched a mini marathon. I watched a bunch of classic Chico episodes. Then, I just got in the mood to watch the first episode with Raul. I had a very empty feeling watching the episode. I kept expecting to see Freddie's smiling face entering the garage. I could tell that Ed would do anything to get his good friend back. It's almost as if the show just wasn't complete. I still like the last season (I tend to like the unpopular seasons of shows) but I can't watch an original Chico episode first. One of the saddest lines of the series was in "Raul Runs Away". Ed was explaining to Charo (which her being there was sad in itself) about why Raul can't have a van for the garage. I forget exactly what he said. Something like: "First they get a van. Then they move into the van. Then the van becomes a part of him. Then one day ... it's all gone. The van's gone .... Chico's gone.

08-23-2003, 08:42 PM	#2
Prince Prince of Peace Senior Member Join Date: Jan 26, 2001 Posts: 1,137	Raul Shows That line is so sad. I have never really watched any of the shows without Freddie because I just felt that without our Mr. Prinze, there was no show. It was the chemisty between Jack and Freddie that made it so endearing to watch. They made such an incrediable team, like they were born to work together. As you watched the various seasons you could actually see the relationship between the two actors grow from being good friends to actually loving each other, whether it be as son and father or just a great mutal respect for each other. Everytime I sit down and watch those first 3 seasons it puts a smile on my face. Freddie Prinze was one talented young man. Attached Images
	__________________ A friend is faithful, trusting and helpful…someone that realizes your imperfections and stands by you--Freddie Prinze "Come here to me" --- Freddie Prinze "Beautiful, Beautiful, Beautiful...Beautiful Boy" When I watched Freddie Prinze perform...his future was so bright that it burned my eyes. Live simply, Love generously, Care deeply, Speak kindly and Leave the rest to God. "Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle."

08-27-2003, 12:27 PM	#3
tylersmistress2002 Member Frequent Poster Join Date: Nov 21, 2001 Location: Providence, RI USA Posts: 493	I just cant watch the Raul episodes.....as far as I am concerned it is NO LONGER CATM. Sorry....but take away chico and its just not the same. Raul was adorable but no one could fill freddie's shoes.
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08-27-2003, 07:19 PM	#4
hue_mee Remembering Freddie Senior Member Join Date: Jan 28, 2001 Location: Grateful for a voice from our angel's friend Posts: 2,266	I seen bits of the Chico -less episodes and felt it was never the same without Chio. I kinda wished I had seen the one episode where Ed explains about the van and the part where Ed tells Raul about Chico. I am aware of Ed's deep down sadness during that seen, But some how wished I could now see it again.
	__________________ Freddie Prinze Sr Thank you David Brenner! "...and when he shall die, take him and cut him into little stars, and he shall make the face of heaven so fine that all the earth will be in love with night..."

08-27-2003, 08:59 PM	#5
Joy Member Forum 3000 Club Member Join Date: May 10, 2001 Location: In Mn lovin my DVD and the Prinze of comedy!!! Posts: 3,247	I can't bring myself to watch the Freddie-less shows although i did try and watch the raul runs away but when ed tried to explain what happened to chico i couldn't take it.
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08-28-2003, 03:16 AM	#6
Cheryl Harrell I Love You Mike 4-Ever Forum Veteran Join Date: Mar 23, 2001 Location: Pixley!!!! Actually VA--USA LOL! Posts: 6,192	When I saw it in the 70's I didn't get to upset as I wasn't yet a fan of his. When I saw it after I got into him in the TVLAND re-runs, it really made me sad. I went thru the hankies watching it, it was so sad. If you watch it, trust me you'll need plenty of hankies when they show the flashbacks on Chico...
	__________________ RIP darling Mike. I love you forever... You are with Freddie Prinze & Jesus now. 1951-2009 "Make it your way, who can beat the Lord, the Son of God. Dear Lord, help me be strong where I am weak, if it be your will"-- The Late Freddie Prinze Sr