Tuesday, November 24, 2009
un Gancho al Corazón Mon 11/23/9 Don't Think, Let Your Mind Go Blank
Before any new stuff we're treated to a delightful repeat of Ximy playing a little grab the purple butt with Lalo. She makes the experienced observation that indeed they're nicely sculpted, very espojados (spongy), and certainly real. She almost swoons. "Some think they've been injected they're so perfect," he admits.
Mao and Aldo get things going with a little papi/escuincle chat which goes nowhere. Given a chance to come clean with dad and faced with the certainty of being outed by Estrella, Aldo (who may soon be all done) selects the logical adolescent answer... he lies. "Nopis, nothing goin' on here. Thanks for asking." He desperately reaches for the phone as Mao exits. Gosh, I wonder who he might be calling.
Who could have guessed? Estrella's strategy session with Moni back at Moni's place is interrupted by her cell phone. "Estrella Falcón, actriz." Yep, it's Aldo who tries to persuade Estrella not to talk with his dad. Moni takes the phone and chews Aldo's ear over his little stroll down drug alley. Everything they have done has been for him and his sisters. He seems disturbed, but more by the inconvenience of being discovered than by actual guilt.
Meintras tanto, Jacqui, in the solitude of her room is making preparations to destroy Aldo's stash... a little at a time. Candles are lit, bud has been bundled into an easy to manage wrap, no doubt Jimi's Experience is cued up on her Ipod and wearing a single inexplicable glove (perhaps an homage to the King of Pop?) she settles in to relax in the warm glow of smoldering herb. Alas, she is thwarted by the sudden entrance of her vigilant spawn, KnK (Koni and Katia) who completely misinterpret her noble effort in the War on Drugs. Busted! I ask once again, doesn't anyone bother to knock in this show?
Monita is still on the phone, "I'm sorry Aldo, Mauricio needs to know." Aldo whines and wheedles (a talent well-honed by most druggies) and convinces Moni to give him a chance to handle things and change. She relents. Estrella has her well-founded doubts. The drug-bust of Jaqui may render this a moot point.
Jaqui is trying to convince KnK that she is just practicing a little mild form of stress-reduction, with candles, meditation, and relaxation... yoga. She has been under a lot of stress lately. I should say so what with Jon Clod's unfortunate tumble off the boat (even if impeccably dressed). That certainly must have taken its toll. Coni wants her out of her house. Hey Missy, that's your mommy who lugged your sorry (albeit lovely) little butt around in her womb for nine months. Show a little respect.
Points to Aldo, he wants to have a daddy to drug fiend chat with Mao after all, but they are stymied by hurricane Connie, who has her own more pressing concerns. "Hey look what mom was about to light up!" or words to that effect, she shrieks as she hands over exhibit A to Mao who dutifully sniffs it as though he has some idea of what she's taking about. He probably has some inkling that it is not a wholly wholesome thing because he complains to Jacqui about bringing such as this into a house with impressionable children. All the while, Aldo is wishing he were in Philadelphia. Oops. Suddenly all eyes are on Aldo as Jaqui, tiring of being the center of attention (perhaps for the first time in her life) gallantly focuses the spotlight on Aldo. "I took them from Aldo. He's the one with a serious drug problem!" What time does that bus leave for Philly?
Monita is helping Alicia pack. She's been here a while, what like six months? and though she hates leaving Moni with all that is going on but she needs to check on the old homestead, water the plants. My guess is that a motorcycle gang have probably taken it over by now. Nieves drops by and does a nice job of concealing her disappointment over Alicia's departure. Oh well, there was only room enough for one alpha bitch in this little enclave. Perhaps it's for the best.
Back at the manse Aldo is now wishing for the earth to swallow him whole, shoes, socks, and all. Everyone divides him up, each selecting a savory body part to chew on. Even Katia joins in the feeding frenzy. Let's just say, I'm betting that Aldo wishes he'd had a chance to toke up before being set upon by by this school of starving piranhas. I'm glad that the Femsibs weren't witnesses to this metaphorical mutilation of their big brother. I will say that Jacqui offers feeble (the least she can do after lighting the fuse) support by accusing Coni of being too hard on her son, and for her trouble Coni redirects some of her ire at her maternal unit. "Five minutes later and I would have caught her smoking this stuff." Jaqui announces that she is about to put on her three thousand, did she say dollar? shades... Coni has her on the verge of tears and she doesn't want to be a spectacle. Coni speculates that Aldo will need a rehab center and maybe then military school.
Monita is feeding her fish, a Beta I think, which would be an appropriate for a boxeadora, sort of a guppified gallo. Now how sweet is this? Nieves has brought some going away tortas for Alicia. However Alicia is somewhat unappreciative and tosses the sack unceremoniously into the open suitcase, as the undaunted and forgiving Nieves helps her with her packing.
Now Coni and Mao are arguing over jurisdiction. They'rre his kids. He'll decide what to do with Aldo. Hold on, Buster. Actually Coni has legal custody and ultimately responsibility. Now Jaqui wades in (this lady may not have a spare but she certainly has a pair) with the reminder that she's the only experienced mama here, so she'll give the advise. Coni says no thanks and Jacqui appeals for backup from Katia. Nopis. As Coni and Mao continue to bicker, Aldo, disgusted makes a laudable but unsuccessful attempt, "I'm outta here!"and actually turns to leave. Mao impedes him. Not so fast buckaroo, this is your party. Mao asks him where he bought these drugs. Coni graciously answers for him, "Where do yo think? The 'hood where Mona and that zorra (here certainly meaning whore) Estrella and all that pedarajal (vicious people...thanks Jarocha!).
Nieves is still helping Alicia pack. They gently verbally spar as they take turns arranging and rearranging the contents of Alicia's luggage. Moni is amused by their good-spirited banter. Nieves wants Alicia to be able to make an early start.
Coni and Mao are still at it, same song, umpteenth verse. Aldo is getting weary of it and so are we. Have the rest of you noticed that virtually every boring, tedious conversation is always 1/2 Mauricio. Now this is funny, Jaqui opens her arms to embrace a beset upon Aldo. He respectfully dodges the offer. Mao blames a lot of this on Coni for separating the kids from him and packing them off to that horrible school. Jacqui then tries to remind them that they are recently married. Mao takes this opportunity to share with his mother-in-law the grisly details of their little arrangement. "Our marriage is a farce..."
Now this is not funny. Luisa and Dani rush in flanked by Terri. Well great. They have over heard much of this little dramatic feast featuring their adored brother as the entree. Mauricio promptly orders the girls to their room. Aldo, too as he reminds Terri that Aldo is strictly confined to quarters. Not wishing to be out-tyranted, Coni orders her mother to her room. Jacqui points out that although she is certainly appears younger and more youthful than she is, she is no child. Coni persists. Jaqui relents. She takes Katia with her.
Now, shades of Reefer Madness; Aldo goes into a drug deprived rage in his room, tossing his backpack, which he gives a nimble little kick, and bedding about, rejecting a plea from Luisa to let her in. He tosses the pillow at the door for emphasis. Wooo. He doesn't want to talk to anyone. Too bad there wasn't a piano handy when he was toking.
Our newlyweds finally get to spend some quality time together. Alone at last. Well, one might at least hope in a crisis they might try to pull together as a family. But no, he is going to take the bull by the horns and find out who sold Aldo the wackyweed, meaning of course a little trip to the barrio. "Not without me you don't!" scolds Coni, ever the wet blanket.
Terri is consoling Dani. Shouldn't Mauricio be doing this? They are joined by Luisa. Terri tries to reassure them that everything is going to be alright, but at this point in her young life, Luisa knows better. "We have to make Aldo feel loved and wanted so he can move forward," She counsels. This loses some of it's consoling quality when she punctuates it with "¡Oh Dios mio!¡Dios mio!" Thanks Terri, that helped.
Now a glimpse of bonding between a mod-mom and her daughter. Jaqui is complaining to Katia about Coni's defiant lack of respect. She still knows best. After all, she is the mom. She continues to deny any intention of using drugs. She observes to Katia that Coni and Mao have a dysfunctional marriage. Wow! Nothing gets by this lady. "Now tell me, how did Coni ever maneuver Mauricio into matrimony?"
Allow me a moment to observe, this is a very beautiful actress and the young whippersnappers here could learn a thing or two about speaking Spanish from her. Her words are crisp and clearly enunciated. I hope I run into her or someone just like her on Isla Mujeres. We'll skip the ganja.
In her apartment Moni and Beto are sharing a moment. She tells him about Nieves and Alicia, he asks about her bid to reclaim her belt. He offers his help. They after all were and are a team. Huggies! Hey who invited him? It's Mauricio, scowling. And her? Yikes! It's Coni, double-scowling. Now classic telenovela stuff with meaningful angst-ridden close-ups of each accompanied by ominous percussion.
Now this is why I come here. It's my new favorite couple (well, after Jerkoff Jerónimo and Oily Oscar), 'Xotic Ximena and Lushus Lalo, engaged in some sort of curious foreplay, much like birds of the Carribean, the male colorfully and conspicuously plumed, and the female more drably but yet attractively arrayed. Lalo in a comisa rayada llamativa (striped shirt) and purple pantalones. Ximy all in grey. It works. She is conflicted. She notes that he is as stressed as she. his glúteos are tense (agarratados). Modestly he knows but wants her to relax. Five strawberry daquiris and she's still tense.. "OK, what you need is a back massage." She agrees, "¡Ah ha! ¡Eso!" she melts.
Confrontation. Mao lights into Beto, he blames him for corrupting Aldo. Coni objects,"Don't blame Beto." Beto denies. Moni has his back. Mao persists. "Yeah, blame the dark-skinned man ( péguenle el negro),"Beto objects Coni slanders and accuses Estrella who isn't even here. "Estrella's an actress not a mujerzuela (loose woman)." Coni counters, "What in triple X movies?" She implies that Estrella puts powder up her nose and then she insults both Moni and Estrella, calling them ofrecidas, trepadoras, and busconas (basically loose, social climbing whores) Moni goes ballistic but is restrained by Beto. Coni mentions how Beto was groping (manoseando) her when they walked up. Now our little monkey is peeved and spills the soup," We were embracing (abrazando), but perhaps Mauricio would be interested to know who Beto was groping and embracing a while back." Whoa, let's see them round this horse up. Beto bites his lip.
Our newest twosome are bonding. Lalo is massaging, Ximy speaks but Lalo admonishes her, "Don't think, let your mind go blank." Now this is just too easy, even for me. I'm just going to leave that out there on the floor. I respect Ximena way too much. Shame on you Lalo!
Oh sweet Jesús López! This may be the funniest scene I've ever seen anywhere. Having emptied her mind (no, I still refuse to touch this) Ximena has an epiphany. It's almost too frightening to speak of it. Lalo must go and if you haven't seen this scene first hand, you must do whatever it takes to do so. Suffice it to say... she is smitten. "Now I understand what Coni (mi amigozosa) feels when el Fantasma Vengador touches her. Once again Cupid is off his mark...or is he just a perverse chubby little fart?
Coni, Mau, Moni, and Beto are talking. Mao wonders why he should be interested in who Beto is embracing and groping. Oh you poor dopey lug. Beto suggests that Mao stay out of his intimacies. Moni says,"Shut up Beto!" A nervous Coni reminds Mao that they are there looking into Aldo's recent indiscretions. Mao asks if Estrella has any thing to do with this. Moni says of course not, that she just found out and they pretty well told Mao everything she knows over the phone. Coni bristles at this wondering if Mao may have breeched their agreement, but Mao points out that it was Estrella who made the call. As if on cue, Estrella joins them. She of course is very concerned for Aldo and wants to speak to Principe. She starts to lead him away and Beto moves to follow. Moni pushes him back, this doesn't concern him. Coni follows trying to push Moni back eventually four of them, Esrella, Moni, Coni and Mao, have all found their way into Estrella's apartment.
Ximena is trying to have a chat with her hermanolfo, Jero, but he is not interested. This of course doesn't deter our Ximy from pouring out her soul to him. She is not happy with her relationship with Rolu. He refuses to even touch her and now she's starting to have strange feelings toward Lalo who is like a sister to her. Jero is even less interested than before. He doesn't care a pepino for her troubles. He suggests that she tell it to Mauricio, and then offers to smother her with a throw pillow. Ximena's been there and done that, "¡Nooo!"
The conversation at Estrella's continues.Mauricio is understandably a bit edgy and snappish. Coni is especially crabby but we'll give her a pass cause she's still looking so darn good in that little golden and clingy in the right places dress. Estrella wants to discuss Aldo but asks if Mao is sure he wants to talk in front of ésta (that) indicating Coni with a subtle head tilt. Coni is righteously offended and ups the ante by accusing Estre, ésta, of violating Aldo. Mao tries to rein her in, but he clearly has no control of the rampant estrogenic egos involved.Coni accuses Estrella of providing Aldo with the drugs. Estrella gives up Chubi. "Cristian arrested him. He's in jail." Jeez, it took a lot to finally get to this point.
More Ximy and Jero. She's been thinking and thinking, "You don't think," he corrects. She continues, She likes his idea of consulting with her primuchi (Mao). A dinner party... now Jero's onboard. He'll go too and size up the forbidden fruit (Coni). He's glad he thought of it.
Moni's sad. She gives the heavy bag a few half-hearted jabs and remembers Mao telling her that even though married there'll be no hanky-panky between him and Coni. A knock at the door. That's unusual. Well look who's here. The momia in the flesh. Oh my, she's here sowing seeds of doubt. Moni throws out the first pitch wondering how it must be for Coni being in a loveless marriage with a husband who won't even touch her. Coni swings at the high-hanging curve and connects big time. She admits that's she an insatiable sex machine. Moni can check with Beto on that. She then adorns this truth with strings of lies about the marital bliss she enjoys. Moni says that she doesn't believe a word of it. No matter, Coni presses.Maybe Moni could join a convent or perhaps find a loyal orangutan in an ecological preserve that she can make happy.
Mao confronts Chubi in jail. He wants in the cell with him. Does he think that Cristian just fell off the guyaba truck? Negativo, Sr. Sermeño. Not allowed." No problem, the doltish Chubi ambles up to the bars. Mao grabs. Mao threatens. Cristian calms. Mao releases. Chubi backs. "Hey, I remember you. You go out with Moni. I've known her all my life." See what drugs do to you, kiddies? Heck he was just helping a friend. He didn't even know how old Aldo is. Mao threatens some more telling Chubi that he's done peed on the wrong boots. He promises a long time in prison for Chubi. Can he do that? Guess not. Cristian apprises him of the right to remain silent and escorts him away. Chubi wishes he had a fatty right about now.
Moni gives it another shot. I know that Mauricio won't touch you because you disgust him. "That what he told you?" "Lies." And here you've got to hand it to Coni, she too, has quite a pair. Moni shouts, "Get out!" She pulls out her pepper spray and points it at Moni. "I have Mauricio as my husband and Beto as my lover and I intend to keep both. One day I might have a hankering for chocolate ice cream and the next vanilla. The thing I enjoy most is, nothing you can do about it."
Pau is about to leave and notices that Gabi looks dejected. Gabi is looking to vent about Sal's deteriorating mental health. Pau's more interested in when Gabi found out about Sal's wig. "In the shower together?" "See you tomorrow, Paula." Sal comes out twitching and jerking. He's worse than ever. She invite him to dinner. He declines and babbles paranoid suspicions. She asks if he's breaking up with her. Get this man to the Dr.!
Coni taunts Moni hinting at the terrible fates awaiting the kiddos if Moni should try to get near Mao. She reminds Moni of the terms of the prenup. "Get out!" "I'm going. Give Roberto a kiss for me. Want me to give Mauricio a kiss for you?" "Get out!" "I'm going, go climb out on the limb of your tree to sleep like the monkey (changa) you are." "And you coil (enroscar) up like the serpiente that you are." "Oh, I'll coil up... on Mauricio." Moni gives the heavy bag a few frustrated punches. Bout goes to Coni. TKO.
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Ah," perverse chubby little fart".... I think I'm going to use that in a future title, Carlos. You have nailed the problem with Cupid all right, and not just in these telenovelas.
Anyway, your description of the mating dance between Lalo and Ximena was pure genius.The scene was funny on its own, but you amped it up a zillion times with that imagery.
Also loved "round up that horse" and the baseball imagery in your description of the Monita/Connie slanging match.
Pair and a spare was all over the place last night. Even our tedious Mauricio was doing a lot of yelling and "callate" in this episode. And frankly I wouldn't mind seeing him do a little Roberto number on Connie but without the criterion behavior. She needs someone to give her a good scare but maybe our clear-enunciating Jacqui, aka maternal unit, can do that.
Well, if Isla de Mujeres has a Jacqui on it, I'll hope for a Cesar Evora for the lovely Linda. He enunciates too, and with that lovely low testosterone rumble that we womenfolk love.
Thanks Carlos. Great recap and of course I loved the way you wove "pair and a spare" throughout.
Anyway, your description of the mating dance between Lalo and Ximena was pure genius.The scene was funny on its own, but you amped it up a zillion times with that imagery.
Also loved "round up that horse" and the baseball imagery in your description of the Monita/Connie slanging match.
Pair and a spare was all over the place last night. Even our tedious Mauricio was doing a lot of yelling and "callate" in this episode. And frankly I wouldn't mind seeing him do a little Roberto number on Connie but without the criterion behavior. She needs someone to give her a good scare but maybe our clear-enunciating Jacqui, aka maternal unit, can do that.
Well, if Isla de Mujeres has a Jacqui on it, I'll hope for a Cesar Evora for the lovely Linda. He enunciates too, and with that lovely low testosterone rumble that we womenfolk love.
Thanks Carlos. Great recap and of course I loved the way you wove "pair and a spare" throughout.
I'm in awe Carlos. One of the most amazing recaps I've ever read. It had all the components of a wonderful story - heart, heat and humor.
In addition to everything Judy pointed out so eloquently, enjoyed your homage to two of our musical icons, Hendrix and the late, great "gloved one".
While sorry to see Alicia go, in our hearts we all knew: "there was only room enough for one alpha bitch in this little enclave". Very true...
Aldo's plight, "wishing for the earth to swallow him whole" was masterfully portrayed: "each selecting a savory body part, "feeding frenzy", "starving piranhas". Excellent!
I'm wondering about the permanent, long term effects of Sal's poisioning. This, along with Aldo's drug addiction are 2 storylines could be ended quickly. While realizing drug addiction is a difficult and time consuming process, this is after all a telenova so am hoping for the fairy-tale quick resolution.
Although the storyline is still fresh and vibrant, it pales in comparison to the writing of our recappers.
Diana
In addition to everything Judy pointed out so eloquently, enjoyed your homage to two of our musical icons, Hendrix and the late, great "gloved one".
While sorry to see Alicia go, in our hearts we all knew: "there was only room enough for one alpha bitch in this little enclave". Very true...
Aldo's plight, "wishing for the earth to swallow him whole" was masterfully portrayed: "each selecting a savory body part, "feeding frenzy", "starving piranhas". Excellent!
I'm wondering about the permanent, long term effects of Sal's poisioning. This, along with Aldo's drug addiction are 2 storylines could be ended quickly. While realizing drug addiction is a difficult and time consuming process, this is after all a telenova so am hoping for the fairy-tale quick resolution.
Although the storyline is still fresh and vibrant, it pales in comparison to the writing of our recappers.
Diana
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: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 7:48:00 AM EST
: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 7:48:00 AM EST
Yeah, what they said.
Carlos, you continue to amaze me. I am SO VERY GLAD you decided to start recapping. I've said it before and I'll say it again. We are very lucky to have the male perspective that you and Hombre bring to the party. You are too darn funny my friend.
Oh my, Xime had me rolling on the floor last night. I feel so very sorry for her though, with her perpetually ambiguous crushes. Honey, find the right man, puhleeeze! But in the meantime aren't we having fun watching her antics? Your description of Xime and Lalu as birds was absolutely perfect.
Mau was yelling a lot but he was as ineffective as ever. However he is showing inklings of standing up to Coni. She's way too cocksure these days, time to cut her off at her shapely knees I say.
Isn't Jacqui a joy to listen to? I've noticed the more experienced actors are much easier on my ears and brain. And Carlos, you are easy on my mood, your recap was a great way to start the day. Thanks!!
Carlos, you continue to amaze me. I am SO VERY GLAD you decided to start recapping. I've said it before and I'll say it again. We are very lucky to have the male perspective that you and Hombre bring to the party. You are too darn funny my friend.
Oh my, Xime had me rolling on the floor last night. I feel so very sorry for her though, with her perpetually ambiguous crushes. Honey, find the right man, puhleeeze! But in the meantime aren't we having fun watching her antics? Your description of Xime and Lalu as birds was absolutely perfect.
Mau was yelling a lot but he was as ineffective as ever. However he is showing inklings of standing up to Coni. She's way too cocksure these days, time to cut her off at her shapely knees I say.
Isn't Jacqui a joy to listen to? I've noticed the more experienced actors are much easier on my ears and brain. And Carlos, you are easy on my mood, your recap was a great way to start the day. Thanks!!
Judy, Diana, and Sylvia, after reading these nice compliments, I'm almost ready to call it a day. I was worried that I wasn't going to do justice to such a funny episode that was so dependent on dialogue and the visual impact of the actors. Great lines and great acting. Not much action. Ximena is in a class by herself. She has comedic skills on a par with Lucille Ball and Carol Burnett and they were on full display last night.
It looks like it's official, Stephe will be recapping Mon. Dec. 7. It's so exciting having such a talent agree to fill in. Some one will need to post it for her, but I'm sure that won't present much of a problem. How nifty will this be?
Judy, it hadn't occurred to me that there might be a Cesar Evora to entertain the Lovely Linda. Hmmm.
Diana, I'm glad this is fiction where problems are readily, quickly, and easily resolved or I would be very worried about Sal. The symptoms he's manifesting are frequently permanent with drug toxicity. That scene was very painful to watch as I have seen the real life version a number of times. Let's get this man a Dr.
Sylvia, even though this is a light-hearted comedy, Coni certainly make a chilling, calculating villainess rivaling some of the best and most beautiful. Mike is right, Satan all too often comes with pretty, enticing packaging.
Carlos
It looks like it's official, Stephe will be recapping Mon. Dec. 7. It's so exciting having such a talent agree to fill in. Some one will need to post it for her, but I'm sure that won't present much of a problem. How nifty will this be?
Judy, it hadn't occurred to me that there might be a Cesar Evora to entertain the Lovely Linda. Hmmm.
Diana, I'm glad this is fiction where problems are readily, quickly, and easily resolved or I would be very worried about Sal. The symptoms he's manifesting are frequently permanent with drug toxicity. That scene was very painful to watch as I have seen the real life version a number of times. Let's get this man a Dr.
Sylvia, even though this is a light-hearted comedy, Coni certainly make a chilling, calculating villainess rivaling some of the best and most beautiful. Mike is right, Satan all too often comes with pretty, enticing packaging.
Carlos
KnK -- I love it.
And Jacki is wonderful -- the $3k sunglasses to hide her tears -- her declaration that her only vice is collagen injections ( which by the way she thinks Coni should consider.) In the midst of this painful scene it is hilarious to have her to watch.
Güera
And Jacki is wonderful -- the $3k sunglasses to hide her tears -- her declaration that her only vice is collagen injections ( which by the way she thinks Coni should consider.) In the midst of this painful scene it is hilarious to have her to watch.
Güera
Permalink posted by : Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 9:46:00 AM EST
: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 9:46:00 AM EST
Güera, I see so many prospects for Jaqui. When she started lighting the candles and settling in after confiscating Aldo's dope, I cracked up. She is such a firecracker. I certainly hope that she decides to stay awhile.
Carlos
Carlos
Oh that Coni! I can't help loving her all the while I'm hating her. The scenes in the vecino where she wouldn't let anyone finish a sentence were hilarious -- but the taunting of Monita was vicious. Even then she sure did it with style!
Permalink posted by : Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 10:21:00 AM EST
: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 10:21:00 AM EST
Hey, Sylvia...while we're feeling grateful for the Male Perspective, how come we don't have pics of Carlos and Hombre on the sidebar? Time to get those pics to Blog Mom Melinama, fellas!
Anon...yes, the taunting of Monita was really vicious...and way too skilled, as you noted. I wish they had ended the episode with the funny foreplay of Ximena and Lalo because those final scenes were a downer. But let's keep our fingers crossed that there'll be an upswing tomorrow...with a well-masked and well-muscled Mau.
Thanks so much for your wonderful recap Carlos. You did not disappoint and I look forward to watching the episode this afternoon.
Your observation about Mau was sad but true (he's a bit of a bore in addition to not being that bright). I guess that's why these novelas are more enjoyable to me when both protagonist are intelligent.
Jacqui continues to be an excellent source of amusement. And I can't wait to see Xime and Lalo.
Your observation about Mau was sad but true (he's a bit of a bore in addition to not being that bright). I guess that's why these novelas are more enjoyable to me when both protagonist are intelligent.
Jacqui continues to be an excellent source of amusement. And I can't wait to see Xime and Lalo.
Stephe is definitely recapping?? Great. I'll remember to strap on my safety belt - what a great ride it will be!
Diana
Diana
Permalink posted by : Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 11:07:00 AM EST
: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 11:07:00 AM EST
Anon, I have been captivated by Coni from the very beginning. She looks so much like an old high school sweetheart that I have a hard time reconciling with how evil and malicious our Coni really is. I always love the feminine villains but Coni is special for me. As you say, she does it with such style.
Karen, you are really in for a treat. Ximena and Lalo are so good together and the scenes with her and Jero are fun as well. Enjoy, but careful with beverages while watching Ximena.
Carlos
Karen, you are really in for a treat. Ximena and Lalo are so good together and the scenes with her and Jero are fun as well. Enjoy, but careful with beverages while watching Ximena.
Carlos
Carlos that was so great. I was cracking up at the Xime and Lalu scene, those two are fantastic together. I can't wait to see Rolu's reaction to them.
The word Coni used was "pedarajal" she meant vicious people.
Mau truly needs some guidance in how to deal with the problems in his life. I worry about the company now that Salvador is not that well.
Alicia said she'd be back for Moni's fight so I was a bit puzzled about the reaction from Nieves, I think she has enjoyed having a friend to bicker. Moni's face while they were fighting was great.
I agree with anon about Jaqui putting on her expensive glasses to cry and not make an spectacle was fantastic.
Jarocha
The word Coni used was "pedarajal" she meant vicious people.
Mau truly needs some guidance in how to deal with the problems in his life. I worry about the company now that Salvador is not that well.
Alicia said she'd be back for Moni's fight so I was a bit puzzled about the reaction from Nieves, I think she has enjoyed having a friend to bicker. Moni's face while they were fighting was great.
I agree with anon about Jaqui putting on her expensive glasses to cry and not make an spectacle was fantastic.
Jarocha
Permalink posted by : Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 11:33:00 AM EST
: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 11:33:00 AM EST
Sorry Güera, you were the one who commented on Jaqui's glasses.
Jarocha
Jarocha
Permalink posted by : Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 11:34:00 AM EST
: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 11:34:00 AM EST
Jarocha, thanks for the help. Not only is Coni evil and beautiful, she also has a way with words.
Judy and Sylvia, I'm assuming one of you will help Stephe post her recap.
Thanks.
Has anyone ever seen 3 thousand dollar shades? I'm guessing that she didn't pick them up at Walmart.
Carlos
Judy and Sylvia, I'm assuming one of you will help Stephe post her recap.
Thanks.
Has anyone ever seen 3 thousand dollar shades? I'm guessing that she didn't pick them up at Walmart.
Carlos
Carlos, thanks for another terrific recap. Somehow when I was watching all the yelling, I wasn't getting the humorous side of it that much, but reading your recap, I laughed the whole way through. You really are a master storyteller.
We're often surprised with how clueless and naive Mau is, but we have to remember, he's related to Ximena and Jerry. Actually, many of our characters have a sweet innocence to them, including Cristian, Paula, Don Cesar (maybe), even Gabriela.
I felt Moni's frustration when Coni claimed she was having sex with Mau, even if Mau was just going through the motions. And when Coni brought out the pepper spray, I wanted Moni to grab it away from her. But then Coni said that if Moni assaulted her, THAT would somehow violate Mau's prenup, and he could lose the kids. That Coni sure seems to have all the cards now. But I bet it won't last.
We're often surprised with how clueless and naive Mau is, but we have to remember, he's related to Ximena and Jerry. Actually, many of our characters have a sweet innocence to them, including Cristian, Paula, Don Cesar (maybe), even Gabriela.
I felt Moni's frustration when Coni claimed she was having sex with Mau, even if Mau was just going through the motions. And when Coni brought out the pepper spray, I wanted Moni to grab it away from her. But then Coni said that if Moni assaulted her, THAT would somehow violate Mau's prenup, and he could lose the kids. That Coni sure seems to have all the cards now. But I bet it won't last.
I feel like I found gold! Well, not quite: On the show "Hoy", where Raúl Araiza is one of the presenters, they have a segment called "Imágenes del Pasado" in wich they show clips of the first castings made by the the Televisa actors at CEA (the Artistic Center of Education of Televisa) for their first roles in novelas.
I was looking through Youtube and found these two clips:
Laisha Wilkins in 1996 and Sebastian Rully in 1999 (the lady says 1996 but the screen shows 1999, I checked his bio and it as in fact 1999).
Jarocha
I was looking through Youtube and found these two clips:
Laisha Wilkins in 1996 and Sebastian Rully in 1999 (the lady says 1996 but the screen shows 1999, I checked his bio and it as in fact 1999).
Jarocha
Permalink posted by : Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 12:32:00 PM EST
: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 12:32:00 PM EST
Wow Jarocha. Both "Connie" and "Mau" look so innocent and adolescent in those clips. Just a couple of sweet kids. Has Laisha had her nose done? Her teenage nose looks very nice to me, but seems like the current one is narrower. Could just be her narrowed mean little eyes that make it look that way (sorry Carlos).
Also, even if you know, don't anwer that. We're not supposed to gossip. Anyway, great fun to see them clumping around as starlet-wannabes.
Also, even if you know, don't anwer that. We're not supposed to gossip. Anyway, great fun to see them clumping around as starlet-wannabes.
Jarocha, thanks for the youtube links. Coni and Mau are cute as two little bugs! And so young! Rulli looks like one of the main actors in 90210, not Luke Perry, the other one. (Sorry, I didn't watch, but had a teenage daughter who did.)
Carlos, one of your finest - how can we say that every week? We need another superlative. You rock!
Carlos, one of your finest - how can we say that every week? We need another superlative. You rock!
Judy, I really don't know about that, so I have no gossip to break the rules ;). I agree on the young innocent looks, Rulli looks so different to me even though it's the same face, I love the hair.
Jarocha
Jarocha
Permalink posted by : Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 1:46:00 PM EST
: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 1:46:00 PM EST
Jason Priestley! Yes! You are right Emilia.
Jarocha
Jarocha
Permalink posted by : Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 1:47:00 PM EST
: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 1:47:00 PM EST
Emilia: Jason Priestley! Yes! They do look alike.
Jarocha
Jarocha
Permalink posted by : Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 1:48:00 PM EST
: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 1:48:00 PM EST
Huh, the site ate my first post and showed it when I wrote again, weird.
Jarocha
Jarocha
Permalink posted by : Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 1:50:00 PM EST
: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 1:50:00 PM EST
Jarocha, I usually don't get a chance to check in late afternoon but was glad I did. Lashika was pretty, but I think she's even more beautiful now. Not sure if it's her eyes and/or soulful expressions. Perhaps that's why I, like Carlos, find it hard to completely despise Coni's character. Rulli was sweet as well but think he is handsomer now as well.
Diana
Diana
Permalink posted by : Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 2:58:00 PM EST
: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 2:58:00 PM EST
Hombre, when I watched this on mistelenovelas on Sun afternoon, I wasn't paying close attention and felt a lot like you did but when it got down to paying attention for recapping I was able to recognize the richness and humor of the dialogue. I'm glad you enjoyed the recap. Coni is certainly not loathe to press an advantage. I'm afraid that her retribution is going to be appropriately severe.
Emilia, thanks so much for the praise. I hoped you guys would find it entertaining.
Jarocha, thanks for the links. I'm even more smitten than ever with Coni.
Judy, "narrowed, mean little eyes"? Somehow, I fail to see it.
Carlos
Emilia, thanks so much for the praise. I hoped you guys would find it entertaining.
Jarocha, thanks for the links. I'm even more smitten than ever with Coni.
Judy, "narrowed, mean little eyes"? Somehow, I fail to see it.
Carlos
Strictly a metaphor. The character she's playing looks at life through "narrowed, mean little eyes". But the actress herself is lovely. As was your young amor, my friend. No problem.
Carlos - Gah-dawg, boy, you was on a roll! 10 outta 10! So I'll wish you a lovely visit to the Isla de Mujeres - may your drinks be cold and the scenery, um, a wonder to behold!
Agree w/ you about Ximena being much like Lucille Ball. She let out one loud whine last night that I expected to be followed by, "Oh, Rickyyyy!!" I guess she is suffering a huge state of the proverbial cognitive dissonance finding herself longing for a practitioner of the love that dare not speak its name.
Coni: oh man, I am so conflicted by those big eyes set in front of a hellion's mind. This character needs a brand on the order of JQ's Paula's "Harpy on Jet Fuel." Paula was almost living in a state of hysteria, while Coni seems cold and calculating all the time.
Sylvia and Hombre, I apologize for not thanking you two for last Thursday's and Friday's recap. We helped our son move on Saturday which always engenders fear and loathing and I'm too damn old for that. We spent Sunday enjoying our stash of Tylenol.
Agree w/ you about Ximena being much like Lucille Ball. She let out one loud whine last night that I expected to be followed by, "Oh, Rickyyyy!!" I guess she is suffering a huge state of the proverbial cognitive dissonance finding herself longing for a practitioner of the love that dare not speak its name.
Coni: oh man, I am so conflicted by those big eyes set in front of a hellion's mind. This character needs a brand on the order of JQ's Paula's "Harpy on Jet Fuel." Paula was almost living in a state of hysteria, while Coni seems cold and calculating all the time.
Sylvia and Hombre, I apologize for not thanking you two for last Thursday's and Friday's recap. We helped our son move on Saturday which always engenders fear and loathing and I'm too damn old for that. We spent Sunday enjoying our stash of Tylenol.
Mike, wow! Thanks. I'm at a loss for words. I really enjoyed doing this recap, but was afraid that I might have personalized it a bit too much for it to be enjoyable and entertaining for the rest of you. I'm truly gratified. After your and Diana's comments about Coni's soulful eyes, I think that might be the hook for me as well. Certainly she looks like SherryB the clarinetist, but also she looks so vulnerable and so sincere even when she is at her naughtiest. She's gorgeous but at the same time so real. She makes me think that all she really needs is a stern talking to and maybe an extended timeout. I keep hoping that she'll become one of the girls but I doubt that there's much chance of that.
Jarocha, I too thought that Moni looked to be entertained and amused by the scuffles between Nieves and Alicia.
Carlos
Jarocha, I too thought that Moni looked to be entertained and amused by the scuffles between Nieves and Alicia.
Carlos
Yes of course Judy or I or one of the other recappers will post Stephe's recap. I'm really looking forward to her recap...fun!
Jarocha, I LOVE those links! They are both so young and beautiful and adorable.
Hey Mike no worries, we always know you guys are with us in spirit. It's rather a miracle that we are able to comment as much as we do, given our busy lifestyles.
Judy, I'm looking forward to tonight's episode with Mau in his very tight wrestler's outfit. Talk to y'all soon...
Jarocha, I LOVE those links! They are both so young and beautiful and adorable.
Hey Mike no worries, we always know you guys are with us in spirit. It's rather a miracle that we are able to comment as much as we do, given our busy lifestyles.
Judy, I'm looking forward to tonight's episode with Mau in his very tight wrestler's outfit. Talk to y'all soon...
Sylvia, thanks. I knew that all of the other recappers, you, Judy, Kris and Hombre would be willing to assist Stephe. I agree, it'll be fun.
Oh, I included another salute to WC Fields. I believe it says on his tombstone something like:
"All in all, I'd rather be in Philadelphia"
Carlos
Oh, I included another salute to WC Fields. I believe it says on his tombstone something like:
"All in all, I'd rather be in Philadelphia"
Carlos
Mike, funny. The Atlanta airport frightens me. Did you see my comment about the authentic Sazerac cocktail I put together Sat.? Not bad. Have a great evening.
Carlos
Carlos
Carlos, just about all commercial airports suck any more. With special thanks to the Fourth Amendment heroes of the TSA. To say nothing of the dreaded center aircraft seats or some lard ass that smells like Beto sitting next to you. Or the coughing sickie, or motor mouth, or screaming baby.
Say, I'm suddenly very interested in your Sazerac. What did you say you used in place of absinthe? Did you add ice? I understand it's classically served neat.
Say, I'm suddenly very interested in your Sazerac. What did you say you used in place of absinthe? Did you add ice? I understand it's classically served neat.
Mike, I followed the traditional recipe from this article and used Absente which is said to be very much like the real thing. It's fun (and impressive) to prepare by dripping ice water over a sugar cube on a perforated spoon into a glass of Absente. Hypnotic in several ways.
Sazerac Cocktail
Also Absinthe is now legal in USA (you probably already knew this) and one available in some stores ( though I haven't found any yet) is called Lucid (ironic name?).
My final piece of the puzzle was a left-handed lemon peeler which came last week. Works great.
Carlos
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Sazerac Cocktail
Also Absinthe is now legal in USA (you probably already knew this) and one available in some stores ( though I haven't found any yet) is called Lucid (ironic name?).
My final piece of the puzzle was a left-handed lemon peeler which came last week. Works great.
Carlos
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