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Supergirl‘s back! I’m so happy that I’m finally able to type out those words.

In case you missed it, the season two premiere aired this past Monday (my fellow TMS-er Teresa is back with her awesomely in-depth recaps) and marked the very first full appearance of the Man of Steel as Superman showed up in National City to hang out with his cousin and occasionally lend a hand where needed.

Putting the icing on top of an already delicious cake was the news that the season two premiere ep was the most-watched show in its timeslot on Monday night on the CW, carrying over from its original spot on CBS, with a total of 3 million viewers. (Just to give you an idea, the previous record-holder for the network’s timeslot had been Gossip Girl.)

Towards the tail end of last Monday’s episode, Superman had indicated that he’d be sticking around for a while–and we already know that’ll be one more episode at least. Could the door be open for him to return at any point in the future? I’m not ruling it out. In the meantime, the CW has released a small teaser of this Monday’s ep, and it looks like the Supercousins are settling into the groove of teamwork (even if Martian Manhunter seems to consider it something closer to showboating). Kara might be having a good day stopping crime with her cousin, but we know there’s a formidable enemy lurking out there, waiting to make his move.

What are you all looking forward to from episode two? What are your thoughts on Tyler Hoechlin’s Superman so far? I had mixed feelings initially, but to be honest he’s starting to grow on me. Discuss away in the comments!

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Apparently, we aren’t the only ones thinking about how dark and gloomy Storybrooke has become.

Snow has voiced her outrage about their lives and the lack of normalcy. This week’s episode of Once Upon A Time gave us a glimmer of hope while also revealing that happy endings are not as cut and dry as we thought. Cinderella had a messy road to her happy ending. We all know about the evil family members, but Cinderella also had a run in with the land of Untold Stories.

Even with the Evil Queen one step ahead of our heroes, there was still a chance to rectify an untold story and get a real happy ending. Everyone is doing their part to get some happiness back in Storybrooke. Hyde was of no help because the Evil Queen pampered him with luxuries in his cell, but Dr. Jekyll and Dr. Frankenstein (so glad to see him back) are working together on a way to best the Jekyll’s other half. Archie is trying his best to “heal” Emma by making her see the positives in her relationship with Hook. Snow tried to make David see the positives in living a normal life with her teaching and him putting aside his quest to find his father’s killer. We are still waiting to see where David’s head is at with the vengeance thing. It’s nice to see everyone trying to be positive!

Ashley aka Ella aka Cinderella tried to rectify her untold story alone, but failed miserably. In a flashback to Cinderella’s realm, we got to see the family dynamics between Ella and her wicked step-family. We also learned that Snow had a hand in her story as well by helping the Prince find Ella after the ball. Before getting engaged to the Prince, Ella pulled a Snow and told the whereabouts of her step-sister and lower-class lover. When Ella tries to remedy the situation by showing that she was engaged (still not sure where she was going with that), her step-sister Clarinda is pulled into the land of Untold Stories by her mother. Separated from her love, Clarinda never forgives Ella, even after finding her way to Storybrooke. I want to know why no one is questioning where Ella’s mother got this key that makes any door a portal to the land of Untold Stories. No one is worried about this.

Back in Storybrooke, Ashley, searching for her step-sister and step-mother, is tricked again and this time stabbed by her step-mother. Horrific! I really thought she might die, considering how the Count of Monte Cristo’s untold story ended. But alas, Emma with her twitching hand and overwhelming sense of doubt, was able to heal a dying Ashley. Good thing Henry was there to give his mom the confidence boost she needed, because things looked pretty bleak for a moment. I really think Emma should tell people what’s going on so they can have a back-up plan in case she can’t use her magic, because that scene with Ashley was a close call. The Evil Queen tried to remove Emma, Henry, and Hook and let the story play out as it may. Luckily good prevailed this time.

Good thing Henry was there to give his mom the confidence boost she needed, because things looked pretty bleak for a moment. I really think Emma should tell people what’s going on so they can have a backup plan in case she can’t use her magic, because that scene with Ashley was a close call. The Evil Queen tried to remove Emma, Henry, and Hook and let the story play out as it may. Luckily good prevailed this time.

These untold stories are getting to be extremely dangerous. Now that the Evil Queen has broken Hyde of jail and the two are strutting down halls, arms linked, I am nervous for the state of Storybrooke itself.

I am also nervous yet excited for the story of David’s father, Princess Jasmine and Aladdin, and whatever else pops up our way. Unknown stories are the best and seem to throw a wrench in the good vs bad categories because no is what they seem. When even a princess like Cinderella has skeletons in her closet, you know our heroes must have some stories to tell.

Tune in next week on ABC for an all-new episode of Once Upon A Time to see what hidden gems unfold.

Catalina Combs is an aspiring film critic from California. She loves reading, writing, film, baking, music, drawing, traveling, Disney, and playing soccer. Her life usually revolves around all of these and her family. The oldest of six, Catalina tries to set a good example for her siblings. She graduated from Santa Clara University in 2010 with a BA in English Creative Writing and is pursuing an MA in Film. I also blog on WordPress and contribute to the websiteExaminer.com. Twitter- @tiggercraze | Facebook- Cat Combs | Instagram: @tiggercraze

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After leaving a lasting imprint in American music, there’s no place more appropriate to commemorate the life and legacy of Ella Fitzgerald than the place where she launched her illustrious music career, The Apollo Theater.

On Saturday, Oct. 22, the legendary theater will celebrate the First Lady of Song’s centennial birthday with a star-studded concert, titled “100: The Apollo Celebrates Ella,” featuring Patti Austin, soul singer Andra Day, singer Lizz Wright, and “House of Cards” star Kevin Spacey.

Fitzgerald, like Billie Holiday, James Brown, and many other singing greats in the 20th century, was first introduced to the world at the Apollo, which first opened its stage to black talent in 1934. That same year, Fitzgerald won one of the earliest Amateur Nights at The Apollo contests at the age of 17, making her the first woman to have ever earned that distinction. From there she went on to perform across the country with the Chick Webb Orchestra before she went solo in 1942.

During her life-long career, she made her mark as one of the greatest scat singers in jazz history and became known as the “Queen of Jazz.” She also earned 14 Grammy Awards and is noted for collaborating with Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington. In 2006, Fitzgerald was inducted into the Apollo Walk of Fame.

Patrons of The Apollo’s upcoming celebration of Lady Ella will also be treated to performances by the Count Basie Orchestra and Howard University’s Afro Blue. Tickets, which are priced from $45 to $125, can be purchased online here.

Next year, The Apollo will keep her legacy alive with a discussion titled “Live Wire: Ella! A Centennial Celebration” on March 23, followed by a concert featuring contemporary jazz artists called “Apollo Music Café: Ella Fitzgerald Tribute” on April 17. A special Jazz edition of Amateur Night will also be held in her honor on April 19.