When Michael started building the raft I seriously hated the idea. I thought it was ridiculous for a number of reasons. Not only do we know that it won’t work, but Michael would be taking Walt away from the island–one of the most mysterious characters. And then there’s Jin and Sawyer. Sawyer! My favorite character leaving the island? Baloney!! Sure, let Michael go. He causes collateral damage wherever he goes!
Then what makes this a favorite moment? The music. Giacchino’s “Parting Words” composition is amazing. AY-MAY-ZING! It gives me goosebumps, my chest tightens, and I get all teary. What a sissy right? Whatever! I’ve seen Sawyer cry and he’s a tough guy cowboy! So thanks to Giacchino I love that stupid raft.
Time for another LOST favorite! When Hurley popped the clutch on Roger’s Dharma van and the Three Dog Night 8-track fired up it was AMAZING.
I was especially happy for Sawyer. He and Kate had just barely escaped from Hydra Island where he’d spent the entire first half of the season. It was so nice to see him smiling again and to have part of the gang back together. When they all piled into the van with their booze, good tunes, and huge smiles it was just awesome.