Spoilers Anonymous In-Depth: 'Bones' and 'Modern Family' February Sweeps

This is Spoilers Anonymous In-Depth, a weekly column here at TV Squad where we discuss and give our two cents about recently released spoilers and how they may affect the story lines, shows and fans.

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This week, we discuss spoilers recently released for February Sweeps episodes of 'Bones' and 'Modern Family.'

'Bones'

In the first episode of February Sweeps, Cam loses confidence in her relationship with her doctor boyfriend (Elon Gold), but they both realize they need to make their relationship a priority. The official description for the Feb. 17 mentions that Cam wants to celebrate Valentine's Day with her boyfriend and the guest cast list confirms Gold is guest starring.

Isn't it about time that Cam gets some official lovin' and more background development? Since Dr. Lidner was introduced last season, we haven't heard much about him. Actually, can you even recall Cam being mentioned so far this season?

When Cam was introduced to the show, I was one of the many fans who went "Huh?" and who didn't welcome her with open arms. However, I have grown to appreciate Cam and actually enjoy her presence around the lab. But the series has given the character so little background that she wouldn't be that missed if she were to leave the show. Yes, we got tidbits here and there thanks to the Michelle storyline, but that's not enough. So every little piece of background info for the character is welcomed.

Perhaps the return of Dr. Lidner will also help us learn more about who Cam is, what she likes, etc. What would be icing on the cake is if Cam tells squint-of-the-week Clark about her relationship with Lidner, especially now that Clark is somewhat embracing office gossip!


The official press release for the Feb. 10 episode confirms at least one of the two rumored proposals: Sweets turns to Booth for advice about proposing to Daisy, and Booth makes a grand gesture to show Hannah his commitment to their relationship.

Sweets proposing to Daisy in a Valentine's Day–themed episode is not overly surprising. If she accepts, we can look forward to fun and wacky scenes in upcoming episodes as Daisy, who is already overly exited about anything and everything, prepares her wedding. It wouldn't be a surprise if she asks Brennan to be her maid of honor.

As for Booth grand gesture, I fear that he too may catch the proposal bug and propose to Hannah. Rumors on the web talk about two proposals, so that could be the second one. I don't hate Hannah that much, but I don't want her to stick around for very long. Even knowing that Booth and Hannah probably will not end up together in the end, I don't want them to make such a commitment as it will only delay even more the Booth-Brennan pairing.


'Modern Family'

In the Feb. 9 episode, Phil and Claire decide to revisit their Clive and Juliana role-playing rendezvous from last Valentine's Day.

Smooth talker Clive Bixby and sexy Juliana are back! Of course, what we remember most about Claire and Phil's role-playing was that Claire's coat got stuck in the escalator steps and that it was the only piece of clothing she was wearing at the time! Oops!

For sure, to our amusement, Clive and Juliana will more than likely make a few faux pas or two that will lead to awkward and wacky situations! The idea of having Claire and Phil try again to make their role-playing work is pure genius! Now what if Jay and Gloria also tried role-playing to spice up their lives?!


'Bones' airs Thursdays at 9PM ET on FOX.
'Modern Family' airs Wednesdays at 9PM ET on ABC.

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