The latest episode of “Sister Wives” was a deeply emotional watch. It chronicled the Brown family’s journey to Wyoming. They gathered for the burial of Garrison Brown. The episode, titled “Blessed Are Those,” showcased raw grief. It also highlighted a stark contrast in how family members processed the immense loss. This led to strong reactions from viewers.
Sister Wives: A Somber Journey and Touching Tributes
The episode began with a poignant moment. Janelle Brown visited the Flagstaff Humane Society. She viewed a plaque dedicated to her son, Garrison. He was a known animal lover. “That’s so lovely that the cat shelter had a service for Garrison 💜,” one fan commented on Reddit. This gesture was seen as a beautiful way to honor his memory. The family then traveled to Wyoming. This was where Garrison would be laid to rest.
Viewers shared in the family’s sorrow. “Walking through grief with them in this way is actually really beautiful (in a horrible way),” a fan observed. They added, “It’s so rare to get a really honest view of how different people grieve and work towards healing.” Many found the episode to be a “beautiful tribute to Garrison.” The pain of his siblings, particularly Gabe, was palpable. “That Gabe is BREAKING MY HEART ! Like real tears crying !” a user wrote.
The family lays Garrison to rest, next Sunday on Sister Wives.
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Sister Wives: Kody & Robyn Under Fire: “Disconnected and Detached”
While most of the family’s grief was evident, Kody and Robyn Brown faced harsh criticism. Many fans felt their behavior was inappropriate. Viewers perceived them as “deeply disconnected from Garrison’s death.” One Redditor stated, “Their response feels so distant, so detached… It’s as if they lost an acquaintance, not a family member.” This sentiment was widely shared. “I feel like Kody is trying to push down any feelings he’s having, but Robyn and the kids seem like they’re there out of obligation,” another fan suggested.
Segments showing Kody and Robyn’s family engaging in activities in Wyoming felt jarring to many. “Wasn’t the whole reason Kody went to Wyoming was to ‘take his son home’?” a user questioned. “Why TF are we taking carriage rides and talking about damn signs.” Kody’s past strict COVID rules were also brought up. “Something I’ve been thinking about is Kody was so worried about something happening to Sol and Ari during COVID, it never accrued to him something could happen to another kid,” a top comment read. Kody reportedly admitted last week his COVID rules “were so unimportant in retrospect.” Robyn’s perceived focus on her own children’s needs over the shared family tragedy also drew ire. “I know that Kody is really sad his son died… but I really need him to be normal cause my kids need their dad,” one fan paraphrased Robyn’s apparent sentiment.
Tonight on Sister Wives, Janelle, Kody, and the Browns begin to process their unimaginable loss.
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Sister Wives: OG Wives’ Bond and Shared Grief Shine Through
Amidst the sorrow, the bond between the original wives and the older children was a focus. Meri Brown’s grief deeply affected viewers. “Meri makes me cry every time,” a fan shared. The strong family unit they built was praised. “The one thing they really did right was the family,” another commented. “The kids all consider Meri, Janelle and Christine as their mothers and the mothers each love all of the kids.”
Christine Brown’s new husband, David Woolley, also received positive mentions. “David is such a nice guy. He has a good heart,” a user noted. The episode highlighted the profound impact of loss. “The realization of what your loved one is not going be there for comes in waves,” a fan shared from personal experience. Another described grief hitting “out of the blue like an anxiety attack.”
Sister Wives: TLC’s Tribute and a “Hard” Episode for Fans
Many viewers commended TLC for its handling of such a sensitive subject. “The Browns have been so brave to share this story,” a fan wrote. “TLC has done a great job honoring Garrison.” The visit to the Humane Society was particularly touching. “They honored him in such a touching way and profound way,” a comment read. The episode was described as “hard” and “somber.”
Despite the difficult content, fans appreciated the rawness. “I really respect them for being so real and open about all this,” one user stated. However, the segments focusing on Kody and Robyn’s family activities in Wyoming remained a point of contention. “I wish they would stop trying to make Kody and Robyn and the brat pack happen,” a fan pleaded. “We do not care 📣.” The episode ultimately left viewers with a mix of deep sadness and frustration.
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