Beverly Hills 90210/Brenda/Iris Scene

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Hi Mel! I was wondering if you could give me the dialogue from the scene in "Parental Guidance Recommended" from season 3 between Brenda and Iris. The scene is in Brenda's bedroom. Thank you.

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Hi Christina,

Here is the scene from "Parental Guidance Recommended", S3, between Brenda and Iris in her bedroom.

Iris holds up a necklace with a crystal attached to the end of it.

Iris: Crystals provide a shield from negative energy.
Bren: What are you supposed to do with it?
Iris: Just hold it close. Wear it around your neck if you'd like. Let it help to make you stronger. (she gives her the necklace)
Bren: I'll try anything right about now.
Iris: Like everything else, Brenda, even despair eventually exhausts itself.
Bren: Well, it's exhausting me.
Iris: Your relationship with Dylan isn't over.  This is just one moment in a very long lifetime.
Bren: I'm not sure what Dylan told you, but it is definitely over.  (going over to her box of things) All that's left now is headed right for the trash.
Iris: Close your eyes.
Bren: What?
Iris: Close your eyes and get a mental picture of the happiest time you and Dylan had together.
Bren: Is this some kind of New Age visualization thing?
Iris: Just do it.  (She closes her eyes) Can you see it?  Is there something in that box from that time? (Brenda smiles)  Your relationship with Dylan is far deeper than a box full of memories.  You stood by him when no one else did.  
Bren: Great.  So he thanks me by falling in love with my best friend.
Iris: A wise man once said, "Salvation is attained by being so clearheaded and inwardly strong you can meet your opponent halfway.
Bren: I can't ever imagine being that clearheaded or that strong.
Iris: You already are.
Bren: Well, I do feel a little better.
Iris: Good.
Bren: It must be the crystal.
Iris: Maybe. Then again, maybe it's you.   

Thanks for the question!

All the best,

Mel

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Can Dylan solve quadratic equations? What makes up a "mega-burger"? If an answer exists, I probably know it. Whether your question is general, begging the context of all 10 seasons, or completely inane, feel free to drop me a line either way. I will provide episode reference numbers for each response and plan to have some fun with this. Trivia quizzes often need correction, and publications will get their plotlines/characters/relationships mixed up too. I accept dialogue/scene requests, but please limit your inquiry to 1-2 per question. I only know music from the original broadcasts/reruns, not the DVDs. Been a fan since 1990 and didn't miss a beat.

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Well, I began watching "Beverly Hills, 90210" at the tender age of 9 and a half, during its original run. By 11, I was a huge fan; 13, obsessed; 14, growing bitter. I don't like S6 - S10 as much as Seasons 1 - 5. But, technically, I still watch all of them in some way. Do this for 20 years and you'll remember the darndest things.
Well, I began watching "Beverly Hills, 90210" at the tender age of 9 and a half, during its original run. By 11, I was a huge fan; 13, obsessed; 14, growing bitter. I don't like S6 - S10 as much as Seasons 1 - 5. But, technically, I still watch all of them in some way. Do this for 20 years and you'll remember the darndest things.

Education/Credentials
I'd like to say I've earned a "degree" on the life and times of the original eight, with specific concentration on Seasons 1 thru 5, any Jack McKay drama, Dylan/Kelly together or apart, and the guest stars of 1992-1994. Season 4, I think, was the best and strikingly different from any other. My only weakness might be later-season 'stand-in' characters like Matt and Noah, and the ever-changing ownerships of The AfterDark.

Education/Credentials
I'd like to say I've earned a "degree" on the life and times of the original eight, with specific concentration on Seasons 1 thru 5, any Jack McKay drama, Dylan/Kelly together or apart, and the guest stars of 1992-1994. Season 4, I think, was the best and strikingly different from any other. My only weakness might be later-season 'stand-in' characters like Matt and Noah, and the ever-changing ownerships of The AfterDark.

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