Tag Archives: Supernatural

Today, the Sheila Variations turns 24

Posted on October 18, 2026 by sheila

The above pic of me – taken by Michael in a field somewhere in Ithaca – graced the top of my original blog, when I set it up 24 years ago today. I never should have put my picture up … Continue reading →

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“I think something once broken and put back together is even stronger.” — Jared Padalecki

Posted on July 19, 2026 by sheila

It’s his birthday today. Jared Padalecki talks a lot about his process (when he’s asked, which is not too often unfortunately). He reads the script over and over again, reciting the lines over and over, as he takes a run, … Continue reading →

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For International Women’s Day: Ladies I Love

Posted on March 8, 2026 by sheila

I post edited versions of this every year. I add names. I take names off sometimes, not because I now dislike the person but just because I feel like it. I enjoy compiling it but it’s not just about enjoyment. … Continue reading →

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“I just love telling stories. That’s what we do and it’s a good business to be in, especially if you know you have talent.” –Jensen Ackles

Posted on March 1, 2026 by sheila

It’s his birthday today. I’ve written so much about him. My Supernatural re-caps are filled with tributes/explorations to his talent. He has no flaws as an actor. This is so rare. He can do anything. And he is lucky to … Continue reading →

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Mirrors #25

Posted on June 28, 2025 by sheila

I wrote a whole essay about scenes where men look at themselves in the mirror. Mirrors are amazing thematic and visual motifs, but they also work for moments where a character has to grapple with himself. Women grapple too. But … Continue reading →

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The Plaidcast Supernatural Rewatch podcast

Posted on June 15, 2025 by sheila

I had so much fun joining Bethany and Michelle on their excellent podcast, ThePlaidcast, to talk about all things Supernatural, in no particular order: daylight ghosts, the problem of Rowena, genre- and class shifts, Jensen and Jared, the later seasons, … Continue reading →

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Supernatural re-watch, Season 1

Posted on June 12, 2025 by sheila

I watched Season 1 in reverse order, last to pilot. I am sorry to have come to the end. I don’t know that I’ll watch Seasons 12-15 again but the rest I will revisit again and again. If you’re following … Continue reading →

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Supernatural re-watch, Season 2

Posted on June 10, 2025 by sheila

If you’re following along: Season 1 Season 2 Season 3 Season 4 Season 5 Season 6 Season 7 Season 8 Season 9 Season 10 Season 11 Season 12-15 Plus: my season recaps from back in the day: Season 1 Season … Continue reading →

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Supernatural re-watch, Season 3

Posted on June 8, 2025 by sheila

If you’re following along: Season 2 Season 3 Season 4 Season 5 Season 6 Season 7 Season 8 Season 9 Season 10 Season 11 Season 12-15 Plus: my season recaps from back in the day: Season 1 Season 2 Season … Continue reading →

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Supernatural re-watch, Season 4

Posted on June 7, 2025 by sheila

If you’re following along: Season 2 Season 3 Season 4 Season 5 Season 6 Season 7 Season 8 Season 9 Season 10 Season 11 Season 12-15 Plus: my season recaps from back in the day: Season 1 Season 2 Season … Continue reading →

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