Reminder: "When Hope Calls" Marathon TODAY on Great American Family + Social Media Reviews

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Just wanted to share another quick reminder...

The "When Hope Calls" marathon is airing today

on Great American Family, beginning at 6 p.m. ET.

See all the new episodes from Season 2!

Today's Schedule - Wednesday, May 14, 2025:

Episode 1 - A New Beginning - 6pm/5c :

A lawyer arrives in a small town and uncovers family ties while a new Mountie helps the community. Meanwhile, a gold prospector reconnects with loved ones during a family visit.

Episode 2 - So Long, Not Goodbye - 7pm/6c :

Nora and Charlotte search for a lost foal, while Maggie considers her feelings for Sam with a special birthday surprise from her parents.

Episode 3 - Finding Our Way - 8pm/7c :

A Mountie assists in bringing a new girl to the orphanage. A woman arrives in town to sell her uncle's ranch while another explores life as a rancher.

Episode 4 - The Truth Shall Set You Free - 9pm/8c :

A new orphan arrives and needs help fitting in. Baking creates challenges for one character while an auction takes place. A visitor from the past surprises another.

Episode 5 - Bringing to Light - 10pm/9c :

Nora and Mountie Fletcher track down a dubious claim. Hannah and Wyatt have a tough decision to make. Maggie tends to the orphans. Trouble brews for the ranchers.

Episode 6 - Season of Change - 11pm/10c :
The town celebrates. Love blooms. The Mounties and ranchers team up to protect the ranchers' livelihood.


Programming Note: The episodes will all repeat all over again in order from 12am/11c to 6am/5c.


"When Hope Calls" reviews from social media:

❤️ Absolutely love this show, the best on TV -Nancy (Facebook)

❤️ So very enjoyable! -Kenneth (Facebook)

❤️ Absolutely loved the show… can’t wait for the next season. Love all the talented cast. They are perfect for their characters. And so thankful I can watch and know the material is entertaining and family worthy. -Rita (Facebook)

❤️ Great season! Please renew it and air it this year!!! We waited YEARS to see the completion of season 2, and we were giving 6 episodes. Please give us 12 episodes of 1 hour each and 2 hour Christmas special. Such a wonderful series, great actors and storytelling. BRAVO ! -Patrick (Facebook)

❤️ Wow every single episode has been amazing the writers and actors has made this show one of the best and I’m sad this season has ended hopefully we will see Season three and more episodes thank you so very much Great American Family it’s been a privilege -Rachael (Facebook)

❤️ Thank you for bringing us season 2 of When Hope Calls! I loved every episode ....especially the finale! Congrats to all who were involved in this amazing project. Please announce a season 3 is in the works!!❤️👏❤️👏 -blessedgigi (Instagram)

❤️ I loved the finale! I loved the whole season!! I wish we could get a Christmas special again this year, a season 3 in 2026, and hopefully many more seasons and specials to come!! -morethanahopefulromantic (Instagram)

❤️ What a fabulous season finale! Definitely left us wanting more!! Bring on many more seasons! -lo.bez (Instagram)

❤️ The season finale was great! Definitely left me wanting another season even more than before. Please continue this show (more episodes than 6 ) and would really love another Christmas special. I just love the town of Brookfield and all the characters. Such great writing and actors 👏 -horsecharms (Instagram)

❤️ The finale was so believable! I was holding my breath as the Mounties rode together to capture the rustlers. Very well staged scene in the episode. I do love this show and, dare I say it, I strongly urge you to give us another season with hopefully a few more episodes! The cast is a hugely talented group of actors whose personalities just gel together to make the characters real. You know the show is good when you think to yourself, I wish I lived there now! - Cheryl (Instagram)

❤️ Wow! This season of When Hope Calls kept getting better and better with each episode! The cast is amazing, from the fresh new faces to the established fan favorites! The folks in Brookfield already feel like old friends! The writers have come up with such sweet, endearing, and heartwarming episodes. (And might add completely family friendly!) And the show is so beautifully directed. It's easy to see that each person involved has put his/her heart and soul into this project. Now, THIS is high-quality family entertainment! I cannot wait for Season 3! -Teresa (Instagram)

❤️ What an action packed Season 2 Finale
Please, please bring us another season of Brookfield! -Sandra (X)

❤️ My only complaint is that six episodes are just not enough. Loved everything about this series and wish it had more. Hoping the next season will have a longer season please. ❤️❤️❤️❤️. Loved the finale! Great work!! - BookShelfCat06 (X)

❤️ I loved this entire season! Please renew it for Season 3! -bookreader13 (X)

❤️ This finale was awesome! So action packed with danger & suspense, yet filled with humor, light moments, romance, backstories and great character development. And the cliffhangers!! Wow! Just wow! Leaves us wanting and needing more! We need a Season 3!! -CattLovesMovies

❤️ A very nice season of #WhenHopeCalls 👏👏👏
It was full of heartwarming stories, romance, family, friendship, community, mystery and Mountie action. -wearehopevalley

❤️ My family is hoping for another season since we all enjoy watching episodes together. Brookfield is one of the better shows -- on any platform (not just on GAfamily)! -DoD (X)

❤️ Wow! What a season finale! Oh my! I'm ready for the next season already! What a great show. We love this show. -Bo (X)


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Hope you enjoyed reading these reviews!

When Hope Calls, I feel, is truly one of those extraordinary TV series that touches the soul and fills one's heart with an array of emotions! It has really moved me and my family, and I genuinely hope it brings the same warmth and inspiration to you all, as well.

Have a Blessed Day!

Net

UPtv Adds New Movie to May, 2025 Lineup

Good news for UPtv movie watchers...

There's another new movie being added to the May lineup that comes from the production company previously known as Reel One Entertainment. (ROE is now owned by StudioF1.)

This movie is dated 2023, but hopefully, this means we will continue to see new rom-coms and Christmas movies from this production company on UPtv in the future.

A Bestselling Kind of Love

Premiere Date: Sunday, May 25, 2025

Starring: Ashley Newbrough and Jason Diaz

Storyline: Nora is thrilled when her first novel shoots to the top of the bestsellers list but is terrified of speaking in front of crowds to promote her book, so Nora’s literary agent hires Daniel, a public speaking coach, to help Nora overcome her fears, which is easier said than done.

Movie Review:

Reel One's A Bestselling Kind of Love is clean and cute. (streaming on Xumo Play). -Maria


Streaming:

This movie is also available to stream for free through various platforms. If any of you have seen it, please feel free to share a review in comments below.



Note: UPtv is also airing The Librarian movie trilogy on Friday, May 23rd. These movies are all from the early 2000's.

Happy movie-watching!

Net

How Would You Review "When Hope Calls" Season 2?

For those of you who watched When Hope Calls" Season 2, what were your thoughts on the finale episode and the season overall?

Be sure to send your reviews to Great American Family, but I would also love to hear from you. Please share your thoughts in the comments below.

I'm currently on watch for any news on a potential season 3. After that season 2 cliffhanger (not going to spoil the ending for anyone who hasn't seen it, yet), I'm thinking it's gotta be a sure thing. Right? I mean... they can't leave us there. Can they?

Anyway, here is my review of season 2, and I'd absolutely love to know your take on it, too!


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My Review sent to Great American Family:

What a truly wonderful and exciting season 2 finale episode and a beautiful season of "When Hope Calls" overall! It was such a joy to see beloved characters return from season one while slowly being introduced to new ones who quickly found a place in our hearts.

What a joy to meet Nora Anderson, Mountie Michael Fletcher, Delores, Hannah Lawrence, Wyatt Parker, Maggie's parents, Mountie Jim Reynolds, and the children... Ruby, Charlotte, Annie, Art, Steve, and Wally. Even Jerry Huntsman was a thrilling new addition!

Thank you, Great American Family, for bringing this inspiring series back to life. I’m so grateful for the uplifting stories, the sweet orphan children, the meaningful touches of faith (would love to see even more!), the tender, gentle love stories—and really, just everything about it!

Each time I watch "When Hope Calls," I'm filled with a deep sense of peace and calmness. My family and I have rewatched every episode more times than we can count, and we're truly hoping for a third season.

God bless everyone at Great American Family for the amazing work you do!

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If you'd like to send in your review of "When Hope Calls" Season 2 to Great American Family, click here!

If you haven't seen "When Hope Calls" Season 2, yet, you have either the option of watching on Pure Flix (they offer a one-week free trial - click here for details). Or, be sure to catch the Season 2 marathon this Wednesday, May 14th, on Great American Family - details here.

Blessings to you all,

Net

"When Hope Calls" Season 2 Marathon on Great American Family - See Schedule Details:

(Please note: if you're looking for the weekend post, *click here*)

If you happened to miss any episode of "When Hope Calls" Season 2, then you are going to love this news!

Great American Family will have a marathon of ALL of the NEW Season 2 episodes airing on Wednesday, May 14, 2025!

All six of the newest episodes will air from 6pm-12am (ET) and will repeat again from 12am-6am (ET).

This is a wonderful time to watch this series again, record all of the episodes, or have your own binge-watch party.

Marathon Schedule:

"A New Beginning" - 6pm/5c

Storyline: When Nora, an out-of-town lawyer, arrives in Brookfield led by an unexpected family connection, the town welcomes her along with the new Mountie, Fearless Fletcher, who is filling in for Mountie Gabriel. Sam returns from prospecting for gold and meets Maggie’s (Hanneke Talbot) parents who have come to visit. Lillian has been looking after the orphanage since her sister, Grace, married and moved to London. When Lillian receives a letter from Mountie Gabriel who tells her how much he loves her, she is torn between her long-distance love and ongoing duty to the orphans in Brookfield.

"So Long, Not Goodbye" - 7pm/6c

Storyline: The town says a farewell; Nora and Charlotte look for Tess' lost foal; Ronnie conspires to honor Mountie Fletcher for his bravery; Sam reveals a secret to Maggie.

"Finding Our Way" - 8pm/7c

Storyline: Nora and Mountie Fletcher set out together and run into trouble; Hannah Lawrence returns to town and clashes with Wyatt, the foreman of her uncle's ranch; Tess eyes a new opportunity; Sam tries his hand at ranching.

The Truth Shall Set You Free - 9pm/8c

Storyline: Nora helps a new orphan acclimate; Maggie's baking causes a dilemma for Sam; Hannah holds an auction; someone from Tess' past arrives.




Bringing to Light - 10pm/9c

Storyline: Nora and Mountie Fletcher track down a dubious claim; Hannah and Wyatt have a tough decision to make; Maggie tends to the orphans; trouble brews for the ranchers.




Season of Change - 11pm/10c

Storyline: The town celebrates; love blooms; the Mounties and ranchers team up to protect the ranchers' livelihood.


Then, as I mentioned above, all of these episodes will repeat again from 12am/11c to 6am/5c.

I hope many of you get the chance to watch! Be sure to spread the word to your family and friends. I've shared this show with so many people, and they’re always grateful I did — they absolutely love it!

Blessings to you all,

Net

💐 Happy Mother's Day Weekend - See "When Hope Calls" Season 2 Finale, New Movies, and More 💐

There’s so much to enjoy on this special weekend— heartwarming movies, memorable classics, "When Hope Calls" finale, and more to help you celebrate!

See all the details below and make it a weekend to remember! 💐


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Thursday, May 8, 2025:

The Jane Mysteries: Murder At Moseby

image: Hallmark Media

Storyline: Jane goes undercover at her alma mater to help her college boyfriend solve a crime he may have witnessed years ago – during the annual Edgar Allan Poe Festival.

Cable TV Premiere:

The Jane Mysteries: Murder At Moseby

Premieres Thursday, May 8, 2025
at 8pm/7c on Hallmark Mystery

and the Hallmark Channel

*Note: This movie previously premiered on Hallmark+.


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Saturday, May 10, 2025:

Love In The Clouds

image: Hallmark Media

Storyline: Reporter Brooklyn travels to the Balloon Fiesta to meet hot air balloon pilot Jared, who offers romantic balloon rides but is closed off to love himself.

Love In The Clouds

Premieres Saturday, May 10, 2025

at 8pm/7c on the Hallmark Channel

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Sunday, May 11, 2025:

The Love Club Moms: Harper

image: UPtv

Storyline: Harper has never failed at anything she has set out to do so when her husband asks for a separation, it throws off her whole world. When Colin, a divorced dad and community councilor seeking re-election, asks Harper for her help with his community initiatives, the Love Club encourage her to do it. Just when it seems sparks may actually ignite between these two, Colin takes credit for the initiative. Indignant, Harper throws her hat into the election ring and goes head to head with Colin.

The Love Club Moms: Harper

Premieres Sunday, May 11, 2025

at 7pm/6c on UPtv

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Sunday, May 11, 2025:

When Hope Calls

Season 2 Finale

image: Great American Media

Storyline: The town celebrates; love blooms; the Mounties and ranchers team up to protect the ranchers' livelihood.

When Hope Calls

Season 2 Finale

Premieres Sunday, May 11, 2025

at 8pm/7c on Great American Family

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Mother's Day Weekend-
Mama-themed Movie Classics:

Saturday:

Love at the Shore ... Hallmark Channel ... 8am
Sweet Carolina ... Hallmark Channel ... 10am
Aurora Tegarden Mysteries ... Hallmark Mystery ... 10am - 10pm
Love, Again ... Hallmark Family ... 11am
The Beach House ... Hallmark Channel ... 12pm
Three Weeks, Three Kids Family ... Hallmark Family ... 1pm
Love to the Rescue ... Hallmark Channel ... 2pm
Smart Cookies ... Hallmark Family ... 3pm
Learning to Love ... Great American Family ... 4pm
Mom's Day Away ... Hallmark Family ... 5pm
Fall into Winter ... Great American Family ... 6pm
The Love Club Moms: Tory ... UPtv ... 7pm
Love in the Clouds ... Hallmark Channel ... 8pm *NEW
Signed, Sealed, Delivered: To The Moon & Back ... Hallmark Channel ... 10:01pm


Sunday:

Hannah Swensen Mysteries ... Hallmark Mystery ... 10am - 6pm
The Motherhood (unscripted series) ... Hallmark Channel ... 9am
Branching Out ... Hallmark Channel ... 11am
Fall into Winter ... Great American Family ... 12am
An Unlikely Angel ... Great American Family ... 12pm
Bachelor Mother ... TCM ... 12pm
A Harvest Homecoming ... Great American Family ... 2pm
Dating the Delaneys... Hallmark Channel ... 3pm
I Remember Mama ... TCM ... 3:30pm
Mother's Day on Walton's Mountain ... Hallmark Family ... 5pm
Field Day ... Hallmark Channel ... 5pm
Harmony from the Heart ... Great American Family ... 6pm
Following Yonder Star ... Hallmark Family ... 7pm
Love in the Clouds ... Hallmark Channel ... 7pm *NEW
The Love Club Moms: Harper ... UPtv ... 7pm *NEW
When Hope Calls ... Great American Family ... 8pm *NEW
A Sprinkle of Deceit: A Hannah Swensen Mystery... Hallmark Mystery ... 8pm
The Gift of Peace ... Hallmark Family ... 9pm


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Happy Mother's Day 💐❤

First, I'd like to wish a very Happy Mother’s Day to my kind, caring, thoughtful, amazing, beautiful Momma! Her love, strength, and grace inspire me every day. I'm so blessed to call her mine. I’m deeply grateful for the love and dedication she—and my daddy—poured into raising us. Their guidance shaped our values and, most importantly, led us to a strong faith in Jesus. Today and always, I cherish their constant support. Their love is a true reflection of God’s love!

Also, Happy Mother’s Day to all you amazing mamas who stop by here! You have the toughest—and most rewarding—job in the world!

I’m deeply thankful to the Lord for the beautiful gift of mothers. Through their unwavering, unconditional love, they reflect the depth of God's amazing love for all His children. Scripture encourages us to honor our mothers, and it also offers them wisdom and spiritual guidance as they nurture and lead their families.

One of the most meaningful gifts we can give to a mother—whether our own, a grandmother, aunt, sister, or daughter—is to pray for her. Lifting her up in prayer is a powerful way to show love and support.

To those who are missing a beloved mother or grandmother, my heart is with you. I’ll be holding the memory of my late grandmothers close, and I pray you find comfort in remembering the love and legacy they left behind.

Praying each of you has a blessed and peaceful Mother’s Day.

image via: Luke Dietz

Movies & More... 🎬

I am sooooo excited to watch the When Hope Calls Season 2 Finale!!! I'm hoping I'll get the chance tonight via Pure Flix. And while I can't wait to see it, I truly don't want this season to end. This season 2 has been spectacular and every similar word the Webster dictionary has for incredible!!! I can't even imagine there won't be a season 3, but hoping Great American Family/Media will make an announcement (either way, but hpefully, positive) soon!

Okay... so Love In The Clouds looks like it might be a nice movie; however, I can't help from feeling the timing for this premiere seems off - due to the cast wearing heavy coats, scarves, hats, and gloves. Based on the press pics and some of the video promos, it just doesn't look like a movie that should premiere in May on Mother's Day weekend. It looks more like a Fall or Winter January movie in my opinion. It is really great, though, to see both Paul Greene and Gail O'Grady on Hallmark again! (Kinda makes me want to pull out "All I Want for Christmas" and watch it! Love that Christmas classic! And... by the way, speaking of classics, "A Christmas Detour," starring Paul Greene and Candace Cameron Bure, airs on the Hallmark Channel Friday night!!!)

As I mentioned above, The Jane Mysteries: Murder At Moseby has aired on Hallmark+ previously, and I have seen this movie. In my opinion, this murder-mystery is best suited for pre-teen age and up.

UPtv is airing the third movie in the Love Club Moms series, The Love Club Moms: Harper. While I haven't seen this movie, it does sound like a woman who is not divorced and still married in the eyes of the law (and most importantly, God), may be entertaining the idea of dating. If this is truly the case, I cannot recommend this movie.

Please know, I haven't prescreened the new movies airing this weekend (except the The Jane Mysteries). If you'd like to share a review after the movies air, please do so in comments below.

Blessings to you all!

Happy Mother's Day Weekend!

Net

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SHARING HIS LOVE:

“Her children rise up and call her blessed.”

~ Proverbs 31: 28

Great American Media Releases New Poster for Mystery Series Starring Candace Cameron Bure

Just wanted to quickly share the new poster released today for the next "Ainsley Mystery"!

"Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Yarn Maker," starring Candace Cameron Bure, will be streaming ONLY on Great American Pure Flix - beginning May 22nd! No word, yet, on when the new mystery will air on Great American Family.

Also starring in "Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Yarn Maker" with Candace Cameron Bure are Aaron Ashmore, Robin Dunne, and his real-life wife, Farrah Aviva. In addition to starring in this film, Robin Dunne also wrote the screenplay for this upcoming mystery.

Details via Great American Media: "In The Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for The Yarn Maker, Ainsley McGregor (Bure) a former Chicago criminologist, has moved back to her hometown of Sweet River, Texas, to teach criminology at the local university while also being the owner/operator of Bless Your Arts, a shop for community artists. Bless Your Arts is honoring a true Yarn Goddess, heiress of Real Wool, Ellie Mitchum, who arrives with a cold demeanor before turning up cold, as in dead. At stake in the mystery is the future of Ellie's Fortune 500 company and her feuding family angling for control. As always, Ainsley relies on her brother, Sheriff Ryan, her boyfriend, fireman Jake (Ashmore), and the eccentric band of sleuths who masquerade as a Book Club to solve the crime. Whatever the mystery, Ainsley McGregor is always on the case."

Stay tuned for more details.

Happy Sleuthing!

Net

🎂 My "When Hope Calls" Birthday Celebration... Plus, The Season 2 Finale Preview!

As season 2 of "When Hope Calls," with all of its incredible heartwarming stories, lighthearted humor, and heroic missions, draws to an end this coming Sunday, I wanted to be sure to share with you all some pictures from my "When Hope Calls"-themed birthday party in April and the newest preview of the finale, which will also include a special celebration!

I called my birthday theme "When Hope Springs" to incorporate the show and this beautiful season of renewal and fresh beginnings! The series "When Hope Calls" draws inspiration from the works of one of my favorite authors, Janette Oke, and the title When Hope Springs New is actually among her many delightful books.

My momma, sister, and I had a wonderful time making and decorating the cake and cupcakes you see in the pictures here. It's always enjoyable for us to create birthday and holiday celebrations together. They are both amazingly creative! I was also blessed to have many family members attend my birthday party. Just being together is the greatest joy!

My sweet sister cross-stitched the Happy Birthday, When Hope Springs, and the little house seen on top of the cake. She has such an incredible talent for creating things and designing. I'm always amazed by her!

I just loved the look of the Teacup Cupcake Wrappers. You can find them on Amazon - click here for details!

I was also gifted this lovely book (pictured above): The Wordsearch Book: Hope with Quotes & Scriptures. With the title of the book being Hope, it was such a fitting present, complementing my "When Hope Calls" party theme perfectly. This uplifting book directs hearts to Jesus and instills a sense (as the title suggests) of hope! The Wordsearch Book is available at Amazon - see here.

On top of the Hope book, you can see in the picture above a delicate gold-chain bracelet. Engraved on this bracelet is the word, Sister. This was a special gift from my dear sister, since the origin of the "When Hope Calls" series was, of course, initially about two sisters. The bracelet is also available via Amazon, see here.

In the picture, you might also see the season 12 DVD of "When Calls the Heart," and a "When Calls the Heart" board game! (So fun!) Both are avilable at the Edify online store.

I hope you all enjoyed this little taste of my birthday celebration! Thank you, once again, to all of you dear friends who wrote such sweet messages on my birthday in April... your friendship is such a gift!

As I mentioned above, the preview of the "When Hope Calls" finale teases that the town will have a special celebration.

See the finale promo:

Click here to stream "When Hope Calls" season 2 on Amazon via Pure Flix.

Blessings to you all,

Net🎂

New Unscripted Series Honoring Mothers Premieres Tonight on the Hallmark Channel

Happy Monday, everyone!

I am sending out a quick reminder today for those of you who may be interested...

The all-new unscripted series "The Motherhood" starring Connie Britton premieres today, Monday, May 5th, with back-to-back episodes on Hallmark Channel at 8pm/7c and 9pm/8c.

Following tonight, new episodes will air every Monday at 8 p.m./7 c. on the Hallmark Channel and will stream the next day on Hallmark+! This is all part of Hallmark's May for Moms theme.

Details via Hallmark: Connie Britton, along with three experts in parenting, style, and home — Angela Rose, Destini Ann, and Taryn Hicks — help single mothers create more balanced and fulfilling lives for themselves and their families. Together, they form: The Motherhood.

I know some of you have expressed interest in this, while others have said you are not interested at all in Hallmark's reality-type shows.

If you are, in fact, one of those interested, I hope you enjoy it!

Have a wonderful day!

Blessings to you all,

Net

🌹 Don't Miss the aMAYzing New Shows This Weekend

Happy First Weekend of May, Everyone!

With the Kentucky Derby this Saturday, it's off to the races this weekend with Hallmark Channel's new rom-com movie premiere, Hats Off To Love, starring Ginna Claire Mason.

Great American Family presents the 5th episode of When Hope Calls Sunday night, featuring some brewing troubles for the ranchers.

And UPtv continues the The Love Club Moms movies on UPtv, with a new rom-com starring Rebecca Dalton and Corey Sevier.

See all of the details below...


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Saturday, May 3, 2025:

Hats Off To Love

Storyline: Stella designs hats and fascinators for socialite Rosalind and meets her son Christian who's training a horse to compete in the Louisville Derby.

Hats Off To Love

Premieres Saturday, May 3, 2025

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

If you love Ginna Claire Mason & Holly Robinson Peete's fashions in "Hats Off To Love," visit here.



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Sunday, May 4, 2025:

The Love Club Moms: Jo

Storyline: As an uptight elementary school principal, Jo’s skills are put to the test when a new young student, Simon, continuously lands in her office for detention. When she learns the boy’s father is her old high school flame Ryan, Jo’s world is thrown for a loop, especially since she has been dating Bernie, the school’s French teacher. Neither Jo or Ryan have forgotten one another and their heated volatile relationship only reveals an intense passion that the Love Club are intent on reigniting.

The Love Club Moms: Jo

Premieres Sunday, May 4, 2025

at 7pm/6c. on UPtv

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Sunday, May 4, 2025:

When Hope Calls

Season 2, Episode 5

Episode 5 - Bringing to Light:

Storyline: Nora and Mountie Fletcher track down a dubious claim; Hannah and Wyatt have a tough decision to make; Maggie tends to the orphans; trouble brews for the ranchers.

When Hope Calls

Season 2, Episode 5

Sunday, May 4, 2025

at 8pm/7c. on Great American Family

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Streaming Changes...

There's been a lot of talk recently about streaming.

Hallmark movie content left Peacock on May 1st.

And now, friendly TV subscribers, have you heard the latest news? (Faithful It's a Wonderful Movie follower Jim just alerted me to this.)

Streamable shared, "Roku, the largest streaming provider in North America, announced that it had acquired the family-friendly streaming service Frndly TV."

See details here:
https://thestreamable.com/roku-acquires-streaming-service-frndly-tv

Let's hope there won't be any drastic changes, for those of us who subscribe to frndly TV. It is already a great service at such an excellent price.



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On My Watch List...

This weekend, I'm looking forward to watching all three of the new programs!

I'm most excited to see the 5th episode of "When Hope Calls"! (Hoping to watch tonight on Pure Flix!) This season has been truly wonderful. Each episode is so beautiful; my only wish... is that each episode and this season could be longer.

And Hats Off To Love looks fun. Ginna Claire Mason is such a joy to watch! I just wish they could've filmed this movie in Kentucky at Churchill Downs, since that is the setting for the story.

I couldn't get into the first Love Club Moms movie, but I've always liked Rebecca Dalton and Corey Sevier, so I'm hoping this one is better, even though some of the reviews on Amazon are mixed.

Please note: I haven't pre-screened the new movies listed above. If you'd like to post a review on whether a film is family-friendly, please share in comments.

I hope you all have a lovely first weekend in May... filled with lots of sunshine and pleasant weather!

Blessings to you all,

Net

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SHINING HIS LIGHT:

And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, 

fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith.

Hebrews 12:1-3 NIV

Great American Family Adds Movie to May Schedule

Seasoned with Love, starring real-life married couple Julia and Peter Benson, will air on Great American Family this May. The couple has also starred together in Aurora Teagarden Mysteries and other Hallmark movies.

The movie, Seasoned with Love (2021), has also aired on streaming sources and BYUtv.




Premiere Date on Great American Family: May 17, 2025 at 8pm/7c

Storyline: Winona Applegate is on the fast track to becoming a celebrity chef, already running a very successful bistro in Pittsburgh. With nerves building, she leaves for New York to audition for her own show in front of television executives. Unfortunately, her car breaks down near New Holland, a small, quirky town where Winona rents a room at a local inn run by Adam, a widower. With the local Spring Festival coming up and the resident cook unavailable to manage the menu, Winona agrees to get her car fixed in time for her audition in exchange for her much needed help in the Inn's kitchen. As she prepares for the festival with Adam, Winona begins to fall in love with New Holland and one of its residents as well.




Movie Reviews:

🍲 "This movie was a delicious treat, very family friendly! I really enjoyed the match-up of real-life couple Peter and Julia Benson. In this movie, however, they are both single. Julia portrays a chef, Winona Applegate, who’s on her way to New York to audition for her own cooking show, and Peter portrays, Adam, the owner of a B&B in New Holland, Pennsylvania… where Winona finds herself stuck for a few days while her car is getting worked on. While she’s there, a spark begins to develop between she and Adam, but is Winona willing to give up her dreams or are her dreams changing when she helps Adam and his daughter cook up a feast for the town’s annual Spring festival? Overall, it was a sweet movie; however, I personally didn’t like one quick thing- near the end, Julia shares a quote from a Buddhist monk that her friend Annie would often say to inspire her. Besides that quick comment, it was lighthearted, refreshing, and like a good meal, the ending is sure to leave you feeling very satisfied." ~Net

🍲 "This is certainly an unusual picture to find being run today but a curiously refreshing one. At first, I thought I’d end up falling asleep (as some might) then found the theme somehow intriguing. With married-in-real life main stars Julia and Peter Benson performing so convincingly as strangers in a regional town who, against odds, gradually get to know and respect each other being so well done and natural, that it comes as a refreshing relief from the morose nastiness that all too often masquerades as ‘entertainment’. Their youthful co stars, Tori Barban and Kolton Stewart are equally natural and completely likeable, making this a surprisingly gentle and rather well-scripted experience. Recommended for those needing some respite from the ugly blues. Well produced and colorful." ~Ken R

If you haven't seen this sweet movie, you'll want to look for it when it premieres on May 17th at 8pm/7c!

Happy Movie-Watching!

Net

Good News for "Signed, Sealed, Delivered" Fans Looking Into The Future

Since the latest "Signed, Sealed, Delivered" movie premiered on the Hallmark Channel, Saturday, April 25th, POstables (devoted fans of the movie series) have been hoping to see a positive sign that the series might have the possibility of future films, and while that has not been announced, we do have a sliver of hope!

First, the Hallmark Channel has finally shared a landscape image of the key art for "Signed, Sealed, Delivered: To The Moon & Back" and some terrific press images I'll share below.

"Signed, Sealed, Delivered: To The Moon & Back" is currently streaming on Hallmark+ and there is another encore air date coming up on the Hallmark Channel on Saturday May 10th at 10pm/9c.

Also, more good news for SSD fans!

"Signed, Sealed, Delivered: To The Moon & Back" is available in a 6 Mystery Collection DVD at Amazon - click here for current price and all of the details.



Press images via Hallmark Media:

Hopefully, there will be more good news to deliver one day!

Until then, we'll simply "trust the timing"!

If you're interested in the DVD, click here to see the Mystery Collection DVD at Amazon. (The collction includes "Signed, Sealed, Delivered: A Tale of Three Letters," "Signed, Sealed, Delivered: To The Moon and Back," and more!)

If you're interested in the complete chronological order of the "Signed, Sealed, Delivered," films, click here for all of the details.

Blessings to you all,

Net