Unexpected but happy reference

In my mind, science fiction and fantasy have always been the best creative genres to metaphorically explore the truths of the human condition.  This is incredibly true for Wynonna Earp, which not only addresses nearly every familial and interpersonal relationship imaginable with sensitivity, wit, and honesty, but had the guts to make a healthy, endearing, and sexy queer love story front and centre in its imagined world.  The beauty of this inclusive storytelling built a tremendously loyal fan base of Earpers, who provide love and support to one another much like the characters in the show.  #WayHaught

While collectively fighting the good fight against demons, your favourite characters don't always get along; they have arguments, misunderstandings, and sometimes betrayals whereby you think there may be no remedy or turning back.  Yet, they always eventually work through those differences and actually grow through heartfelt but imperfect communication.  It's all a bit messy but obviously full of love.

This may be a shitshow, but its our shitshow. 

- Wynonna Earp

Since the series is set in the American west (think OK Corral), filmed in Canada with a mostly Canadian cast, it simply didn't seem possible that Ohio would ever get a mention and I was okay with that because of all of the amazing elements that the show provides as mentioned above.  You can't have everything, can you?  Yet, to my surprise, when Doc says he has a list of places he wants to visit now that he is leaving Purgatory, moving on, and wants Wynonna to join him, on the top of his list is the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio!  Wynonna queries if they can visit Miracle, Montana on their way to Cleveland to visit their daughter Alice, who was sent away for her safety.  ❤

While I hope the fan effort is successful to #BringWynonnaHome for another season, it is heartwarming to know that Ohio will play some part in her journeys. 

Academic article about Earper fandom by an Ohio State University PhD candidate

Great recap/review of the episode 'Old Souls'  

Wynonna Earp came at a dark time for queer women (LA Times)