It was rushed to me too. Not only this, though. I feel many plot lines were rushed. It may be because it's only 8 episodes and so many characters. That is why Matthew and Mary made so much sense when it had the time to develop.
Uh, I miss them really. I keep re-watching and they had such a beautiful development. I loved them. Now when I re-watch, especially season 2, and I see what a huge difference Matthew brought to Mary, it makes my heart sing.
It's my most favorite season, I think. Or is quickly becoming the most favorite (although I love the first episode of season 3 with the wedding!). Well... as matthew said once, we must accept this is the end. But it wasn't for them and I keep hoping for s movie.