Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Teresa Tue 5/17/11 #58 Juana Gets Her Groove Back!

Clinic: Teresa walks in as Aida moves in for a hug from Mariano as he consoles her over the death of Paulo. Teresa criticizes her, saying she should be ashamed of herself going after someone else so soon after Paulo’s death. Aida assures her she’ll never forget Paulo but obviously Tere wouldn’t understand because she doesn’t know how to love someone. Fortunately there are people like Mariano who understand and can be supportive. Mariano asks Tere to respect Aida’s suffering. Oh, Tere says she understands all right--no one likes Aida but she’s is happy that Mariano, who Aida has criticized and despised so much in the past, can give her a little consolation. Johnny comes running in at this moment just like Lassie to tell Mariano “Quick!, someone’s fallen on the stairs and they’re bleeding from the head!” SuperMariano grabs his cape, er, medical bag and runs to the rescue! Aida continues tormenting Tere telling her she can’t hide the fact she still cares for Mariano and is dying of jealousy (muriendo de celoz). Tere denies this, saying she’s the happiest woman in the world because she loves Arturo and getting everything she wants. “In exchange for love,” responds Aida. Tere insists she’s with whom she chose and “entre ser ó no ser, yo soy”. She’s what she’s always aspired to be and always gets what she goes after. Aida tells her the higher she climbs the harder she’ll fall (más fuerte será el golpe) and she plans to be there for the fall. Tere: “Oh, please, you’re nothing more than daddy’s little girl who studied only until “I get married”. “As it turns out, you didn’t get married, you’re not a good attorney, and you’re taking my leftovers!” Tere continues, saying she turned down Mariano and he’s the one suffering because she’s marrying someone else. Aida suggests she not claim victory yet. It remains to be seen if it’s not Tere who ends up crying for Mariano. Tere tells her many women have tried to be with him but Mariano can’t forget her. Aida thinks she’ll be the one that makes the difference then leaves. Tere’s pissed and calls Juana to tell her she can’t come up and visit after all cuz she’s running late.

Juana tells her not to worry --- she’s…..a little busy herself. She and Cutberto continue canoodling as he takes her phone off the hook.

Clinic: Mariano finishes up with the bleeding head victim. Aida thanks him for interceding between Tere and her. Mariano feels Tere was wrong in what she said but tells her he doesn’t want to get involved in their broncas (problems). Aida thinks Tere was jealous and asks if he still loves her. Mariano tells her if she really wants to help out, she needs to cool it with the gossiping. The ammonia incident was bad enough. He tells her to be very careful with her words and her actions. There are many in the vecindad that care for Teresa. Aida swears she came here to make a new start. She asks him to help her change. He tells her that asking for help is the first step. Aida talks about Paulo. She lost her reason for living when she lost him. She needs a new purpose in life, she feels so alone. Mariano feels her pain due to the loss of his mother.

Oficina de Rubigote: Secretary Eva doesn’t know what Paulo did with some paperwork that Ruben is looking for and considers asking Aida. Ruben quickly tells her not to bother Aida with such things. She’s in mourning. Teresa arrives and greets him as though they’re old friends. He grabs her by the elbow and moves her away from the secretary telling her Mayra found out about Espe and it’s all her fault. She reminds him he’s the one who was cheating (poniendo el cuerno). He didn’t keep his part of the bargain to keep Aida from bothering her. She just saw Aida at the vecindad with……..er, she doesn’t know what Aida was doing there. Genoveva told him she wanted to find out about some guy named Fito. Ruh-roh! Tere gets a little mussed about this news. Ruben fills her in that Mariano told Geno and Aida about this guy and suspects he may have been the one who sold drugs to Paulo. He wants to send this guy to jail just as much as his daughter does.

Speak of the devil, Fito’s at a pawn shop getting money for the jewelry Tere gave him. Pawnbroker asks if he’s had problems with the law. Fito always takes care of himself and says he gets moving before there are any problems. He’s counting his money as Gemma walks up. She tells him everyone’s asking about him and Mariano is looking for him. Fito snaps to attention at this and tells her she better not say she saw him. She tells him not to worry then asks if he knew the guy who died in front of the vecindad. He denies all and pretends he doesn’t know what she’s talking about. She’s not buying his act saying they both know what business they’re each in. People have come around asking for his “merchandise”. He suggests they do business together and she can sell his “candy” at her store. Not my kind of business, she says. He tells her to think about it and if she changes her mind, the pawnbroker can contact him.

Oficina del Bigote: Tere understands they want justice for what happened to Paulo but she suggests they not get into any more líos (mess). She brings him back to the topic of Aida. Ruben says thanks to her, Aida’s no longer speaking to him. Tere’s all, “me?” and reminds him he shouldn’t accuse anyone without proof. He’s very intelligent and she’s sure he can fix that little problem. If he can fix it so Aida doesn’t return to the vecindad, she’ll see to it that Espe forgets all about him and not cause him any problems. He’s curious to know why she doesn’t want Aida at the vecindad. She tells him it’s because Aida bothers her and besides, he doesn’t want her to come into contact with Espe.

In an inner office at Rubigote’s, Paloma is tearfully telling Arturo she finds it difficult to think they can have a professional relationship after what they talked about the other day. She begs him to say something about how he’s feeling. It saddens him to think he had child that didn’t survive. Now she’s crying: not one day passes that she doesn’t think about their son and how different things would have been with him by her side. He also wishes his son had lived. Now she says that child was a part of both of them that could have given her the resolve to confront her father, seek him out, many things. She starts to get really upset and he tries to console her. She tells him she wanted to baptize him with his father’s name. She hugs him and puts her head on his shoulder, crying. He looks really uncomfortable, not knowing what to do. She tells him again she regrets leaving him, she’s never stopped loving him. She tries pulling him to her and he gently pushes her away. They’ve already discussed this and he no longer resents (rancor) her. But he now loves Tere and what happened between them is in the past. She keeps crying that it’s difficult to see him at these meetings- he’s so cold. As he repeats the need to keep their relationship on a professional level, in comes our Tiny Terror. Paloma is asking if Arturo will be coming to her fund raiser. Tere answers for him, as always, and says of course they’ll be there. Won’t we, mi amor, and plants a kiss on Arturo’s ever silent lips. She tells Paloma to tell her apoderado she expects they won’t have more misunderstandings in the future.

Clinca: Martin introduces himself to Aida. She tells him her father is one of the Luna Turqueza partners. He gives her his condolences for Paulo and excuses himself. Aurora tells Aida she’s happy to see her at the clinic and trying to overcome her sadness. Aida finds it ironic she’s now dedicated to charitable work. Aurora feels this will help her become a better person and she’s there to help her. Aida notices Aurora’s seems happy with Martin and tells her to enjoy her time with him because one never knows what can happen. She mentions her loss of Paulo as an example.

Hospital: Martin is complaining to Daryo and Magda that he’s fed up with everything. He needs to meet other chavas and asks Daryo to hook him up. Then he tries to tell them he and Aurora are just friends and besides she’s Teresa’s bestie. They both remind him of how much time he spent with Aurora and how much they have in common besides their medical careers. He admits he was upset to see her with Martin and Magda corrects him and says it was jealousy. Daryo tells him if he was so upset to see her with someone else it’s because “Aurora te mueve el tapete.” (literal translation: she moves his carpet) Ha!

Casa de la Barrera: Arriving home, Tere thanks Art for signing over the power of attorney and most of all for his love – smoochies. When he asks why she’s so affectionate, she tells him she’s decided to love him forever and ever. She once thought she was going to have to fight for him with Paloma, but now she no longer has doubts. She tells him she overheard their conversation earlier when he told Paloma to stop sending him personal invitations. He says it’s for the best, he loves her.

Luisa and Fernando walk in just then saying they have the wedding rings. Arturo talks about meeting with the Luna Turqueza partners and Luisa pulls Teresa upstairs to let the menfolk talk business. Fer and Art joke back and forth about tying the knot when Art jokes he can’t wait for Fer to take the plunge. Fer jokes he’s just looking for another victim to accompany him. Art says he’s to blame considering he’s his best friend and dating his sister. Fer laughs, maybe a little uncomfortably if you ask me.

Upstairs in Tere’s room Luisa lets on that they did the nasty again. Tere starts scolding her, telling her she should slow things down. Luisa doesn’t want to hear that and says she loves him and knows he loves her. She can’t believe Tere’s been able to hold out so long and asks if it’s possible they’ve never…..Tere stops her and tells her Arturo knows she wants to wait for marriage. She tells Luisa she’s her friend and will support her in anything she decides but she must be careful and not get preggers. Luisa laughs that off but Tere tells her to be careful and be careful with Fernando.

Vecindad: Mariano tells Espe about Aida helping out at the clinic, saying he really needs all the help he can get. Espe understands and just hopes she doesn’t run into her even though Aida doesn’t know who she is. She asks him not to let on about her pregnancy. He agrees not to say anything but suggests she remind Teresa not to say anything.

Casa de la Barrera: Art and Tere are going out to dinner. She “confesses” to him about throwing her ring into the ocean. She’s very sorry. He lets on he knows and out comes the jewelry box with a ginormous ring. Jaws theme ensues as he again asks her to marry him. They kiss and the music switches to --- wait a minute, wasn’t that theme for Mariano and Tere? That’s so wrong.

Clinic: Aida agrees she’s behaved badly and has offended a lot of people, Mariano among them. He’s such a nice guy, too bad he’s still in love with that Rata Teresa. Aurora wonders if he told her something. No, but it was obvious when they saw each other outside. Aida is sure she won’t have a problem running into her. The one with the problem will be Teresa.

Juana’s apt: Cutberto is singing “Aquellos Ojos Verdes”. Love that song, didn’t realize there were lyrics to the music. Anyway, candles are burning and the phone’s still off the hook. He knocks over one of the candles and she hurriedly runs around snuffing them all out lest they cause a fire. Now the room has darkened and yowsa! Cutberto makes his move and start talking purty telling her maybe it isn’t such a good idea to have so many flames isn’t a good. It would be better where there aren’t any candles that can put them in danger. Then, following TN protocol as he resumes singing, he sweeps her up in his arms and off they go!

Clinica: Martin is staring lovingly into Aurora’s eyes as she’s working on what appears to be schoolwork. He tells her he can’t help it, every time he sees her he thinks of all the things he’d like to tell her. He likes her very much. She starts to object but he stops her and asks that she just allow him to enjoy (disfrutar) this time with her. He reaches over to and begins kissing her.

Restaurant: Tere is thanking Arturo profusely for the beautiful gown. She can’t imagine what he had to do to get it there on such short notice. He replies he’d do anything to see her as she is now, happy. She’s very happy to have her engagement ring back and sighs to think how perfect everything is. They share a kiss and as they’re kissing the music changes from sultry guitar to sharkita music and she opens her eyes as though eyeing her prey. Evil woman!!!!

Clinic: Aurora pulls back. He persists on talking about their relationship. Aurora’s being honest with him saying she can’t promise she’ll reciprocate. He asks her to let him keep trying and reaches over to kiss her again when Mariano walks in. Martin says hi and tells him he has a way of showing up at the most inopportune (inoportuno) time. Mariano reminds him he works there. Martin quickly tells him it was a joke. Mariano knows and understands they’ll keep running into each other. Martin confirms this and he wants Mariano to be the first to know that she’s agreed to be his novia. Aurora looks very uncomfortable and as for Mariano, well, he manages to congratulate her but looks like he’s ready to choke on his words. She tries to rush off saying something about having her first rounds tonight but not before Martin reminds her they’re having dinner first. They leave and Mariano looks confused and angry.

Juana’s apt: Ay, ay, ay! They’re on her bed and he’s getting frisky! Breathlessly, she tries to stop him, telling him she still needs to work on the bridesmaids’ dresses and whatnot. He refuses to stop and suggests she doesn’t know how many other boxes may arrive from Sprain. Who knows how many other dresses el Licenciado has ordered. He tells her to consider how many times he’s been right, especially when it comes to her goddaughter. He doesn’t plan on letting her work tonight even it means the whole world has to go without clothing. Come to think of it that’s not such a bad idea and he begins to unbutton her top. Can it be? Will Juana finally give in? Stay tuned!

Casa Grumps: Pati is talking to Pedophile Johnny on her cell phone. Gramps comes in. They go back and forth about him keeping her locked up. He tells her she will go back to school tomorrow but she has to eat. She’s happy to hear she’ll finally get out and starts chomping on some bread he’s brought her.

Restaurant: Arturo hasn’t decided if he wants to take up the offer to buy up more interest in Luna Turqueza. Teresa advises him to do so. This way he has the majority ownership to protect him against the possibility that Paloma may throw a fit out of bitterness (arranca de despecho) and join forces with Geno and Ruben on a plan that may not be agreeable to him. He can’t believe that of Paloma. Tere reminds him of the past and all that Paloma kept secret from him. He’d be all alone and Tere would just die from the anguish (angustia) of not being able to help him. She wouldn’t put it past Paloma to do something like that just to get even. She tells him to think it over and consider all the problems it would avoid for them. Arturo looks off as though deep in thought. C’mon Arturo, you know you’re gonna do whatever she says. Just say yes and get it over with. Yeesh, what a wuss!

Hospital: Juana runs into Daddy Hector the Director who says he stuck around to wish her luck on her first round (sorry, I know there are some med people out there – what’s the correct term for this: rounds, watch, tour, what?) Martin is with her – ok, he’s cute and sincere but getting a tad too clingy. He needs to back off a wee bit. There’s an awkward pause where he’s waiting for her to say something and then she tells Dad they’re dating. Dad’s very happy and hugs her then tells Martin he looks like a nice guy and jokingly says he hopes there are no surprises. Martin assures him what he sees is what he gets. His only desire is to make her happy. So sweet.

Cantina: Daryo is giving Mariano the old “I told you so” speech about Aurora and there are quite a few shot glasses on the table and they look as though they’ve each had a few copitas. Mariano tries to defend himself by saying things happen for a reason. Daryo tell him not to be so lame, it’s his fault for thinking about that other woman and wasting his time. Mariano agrees but also says he didn’t want to risk his friendship with Aurora. He rationales that once that line is crossed there’s no going back.

Casa de la Barrera: Art kisses Tere goodnight and she’s worried they’ll wake Juana (ha!). She enters her room calling for Juana to show her the ring then realizes she’s not there. She gets out the other ring (you know, the one that’s at the bottom of the ocean?) and compares it to the much larger replacement and talks to herself, “first this, tomorrow the house, the shares, everything. Everything will be passed to me.”

Fernando’s Lair: Snuggled on the couch, Luisa says she liked the movie they watched but didn’t like that the characters didn’t marry. He tells her there are many couples who are happy in an open relationship and still others who live in their respective homes and get along just fine. What does he prefer?, she asks. He’s seen so many divorces that honestly he’d like to live together before getting married. She looks worried and remembers a conversation they had in Cancún when he told her he hadn’t married because he hadn’t found the ideal woman. Does he plan to never marry? He takes a deep breath and says he’s answered her honestly. He knows how important marriage is to her but he’d like to live together first even though he knows she’ll never agree. He’s right, that’s not what she wants but when it comes to him she’s learned to take risks. He asks if she’s willing to continue taking a risk. The only thing she knows is that she can’t be without him. He kisses her and tells her he feels the same.

GOOOOOOD MORNING VECINDAD!: Juana and Cutberto wake up in each other’s arms under the sheets. She doesn’t want him to see her without make-up. He tells her he loves her no matter what. He feels as though he’s dreaming; now she’s really his, his chulita, his Juanita. (Yeah, until she finds out who really sent the flowers)

Casa Alcazar: Dad loves to see Aurora so happy and is sure Martin has something to do with it. He’s also glad that she’s finally got Mariano out of her head. She really likes Martin but still isn’t sure it’ll work out. He suggests they celebrate as a foursome at dinner. He’ll invite Juana. That is, if he can ever get hold of her.

Speaking of said phone, Cutberto runs out in his boxers to put the receiver back on the cradle and then jumps back into bed. She’s worried about what others will say. He says everyone will just notice how happy they are. The worst that can happen is someone will die of envy (envidia). He wonders where they’ll live. She sits up, “without marriage?” He says of course they’ll get married, and have children. She stammers that she’s not sure they should marry so quickly, they need to continue dating. He agrees and furthermore thinks they should forget about all those years she refused him.

Casa Grumps: Pati’s in her uniform and ready for school. GrumpyGramps instructs the maid she should be at her side at all times. She’ll see her to the door at school and be there waiting for her when she comes out. At no time is Pati to be alone. Then he says a bunch of cool things when Pati protests: You think I was born yesterday and don’t know you want to go see that pelagatos (a nobody). Cuando tu vas por la leche, yo ya vengo con el queso (When you go for the milk, I’m already coming with the cheese, meaning he’s ahead of her game)

Casa Caceres: Ruben tries to convince Mayra to attend Paloma’s fundraiser with him. Needless to say, she doesn’t want to go anywhere with him. He can’t buy her forgiveness. Aida comes in saying they see him more now than when he was living there. She tells him she’s on her way to the office to evaluate her mother’s interests. He tries to convince her she’s too inexperienced to understand everything without an asesor (advisor). She tells him she’s not has dumb as he thinks and besides the accountant will be there to help her and then asks if Mom is coming or staying. He pleads with Mayra again to go with him to the fundraiser. She hasn’t made up her mind but if she goes, it’s out of respect for Paloma and will go alone.

Juana’s apt: They’re dressed now but Cutberto’s all over her like a duck on a june bug when poor Espe walks in. She’s come by with a uniform that Juana promised to let out a little. They tell Cutberto el Chismoso that Espe’s gained a little weight. He tells Espe to congratulate them cuz Juana finally said ¡Si!
Well, they’re just novios because she wants to wait before they talk marriage. Espe’s very happy for them and always knew they liked each other. Cutberto says of course. As the saying goes “Dinero y amor no se puede ocultar.” (money and love can’t be hidden) They’re both very happy and snuggling. Speaking of money, here comes trouble with a capital T-ere. She gasps when she sees them hugging.

Clinic: Aurora waltzes in all happy and sunny, says buenos dias to Mariano, pecks him on the cheek and says it’s a beautiful day. He tells her she’s the one who’s beautiful when she’s smiling. She agrees she’s very happy today. It must be thanks to Martin, he says. She’s agrees it’s nice to be important to someone, to be loved, cared for. He’s glad for her, she deserves this happiness.

Juana’s : Tere is in a frenzy. First Aurora at the hospital and now Aida here. Espe tells her to chill. Tere doesn’t want to chill and says Aida is trying to make her jealous over Mariano. Espe can’t believe that, seeing as Aida just lost her BF; she’s almost a viuda (widow). Tere reacts saying that’s all part of Aida’s plan. Espe thinks it’s obvious Tere’s jealous considering how she’s acting. She insists that Tere not marry Arturo when she’s still in love with Mariano. Tere doesn’t want to go there and instead changes the subject. What was Mariano thinking, bringing Aida in when he knows she’ll likely run into Espe and she’s pregnant! Espe says no way can Aida know this child’s is Ruben’s. Tere’s eyes grow wide when she says this. Espe goes on saying she no longer has anything to do with Ruben, Mariano has told Aurora not to let on about the pregnancy and now Tere has to promise not to say anything. She plans to never see Ruben again. Tere asks if she’s sure because she saw Ruben and he told her the divorce is on. (egad’s this woman is such a liar) Espe repeats she will not reconcile with him and again asks Tere to promise not to reveal who the baby daddy is. Tere doesn’t agree. Espe responds by saying just as she’s not in agreement that she marry Arturo. Juana walks in and the discussion ends. Tere wants a word with her madrina.

Casa Grumps: Gramp’s going through Pati’s drawers when the maid walks in, startling him. She wonders why he’s so overprotective. We finally see a soft side of Grumps even though he’s still kinda scary. He doesn’t want Pati to go through the same thing her mother did. She fell in love with a sinvergüenza (shameless) who took advantage of her, then abandoned her when he found out he wouldn’t be giving her any money. When the maid says Pati looks so innocent, he tells her about the budding romance with that vago (idler) and he must protect her. This is his duty (deber).

Juana’s : Tere asks about Hector the Director. Hector’s been wonderful but Juana’s always like Cutberto and he’s been so nice lately. Tere doesn’t think she should let herself be persuaded by a few nice gestures. She needs to think of the future. There’s a better world out there outside of this vecindad. When Juana says Cutberto cares for her, Tere asks what about her? After all she’s done to prevent her parents from embarrassing her, Juana turns up with Cutberto. No way does she want that mariachi at her wedding. Juana doesn’t plan on taking him to the wedding but she has a right to be with whom she likes. Tere understands but wants Juana to think about what’s best. Juana feels money and love don’t always come together. Tere’s lucky to have found both in Arturo. This causes Tere to pause a minute.

Pedophile Johnny is waiting on a street with a rose. Pati comes running, trying to tell him what’s going on. They embrace and here comes the maid, beating on him with an umbrella, separating them.

Rubigote’s office: Arturo’s considering buying additional shares in the project and has a proposal for Ruben.

Mad Maid with Umbrella is holding Johnny back and drags Pati away.

Vecindad: Aida passes by Espe and stops her, asking if they’ve met.

Rubigote’s office: Tere runs into Paloma and Martin. Paloma has given Martin the necessary paperwork authorizing Tere to make decisions on Arturo’s behalf. Martin says sarcastically he hopes this will avoid future misunderstandings. Tere announces she doesn’t need those papers anymore because thanks to Arturo, they’re now looking at the new partner of Luna Turqueza. Nyah, nyah.

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It appears as though Aida may be making a change for the better. I can see that she might, just might, actually see the good work she's doing at the vecindad clinic. She may eventually volunteer out of the kindness of her heart rather than as a means of vengeance.

Cutberto is going to end up being CUT-berto when Juana finds out he didn't send those flowers. What is he thinking? I'm sure these two will end up together but he's gonna have a tough time of it and won't have anyone to blame but himself. I just hope Hector the Director doesn't get hurt in the process. I like him. I'll date you Hector!

I don't like Paloma. I'm sure I'm supposed to feel some sort of compassion for her but it just isn't so. She's too whiney. Art's told her it's over and she continues to cry and simper -- aaagh, have some dignity, woman!
 

The "new" socia did dumb ass Art buy enough shares so that Teresa has a stake in the business and give them to her before he even marries her?

If he did do so he is an IDIOT and you can't say he's whipped cause he hasn't had Teresas yet what a tard I think all those years of loneliness and not dating women in a serious manner after Paloma dumped him have seriously tainted his brain cells after falling in Lust/Love with sharky.

Boy do I miss the 2 hour episodes.
 

I couldn't watch last night so I was really looking forward to the recap this morning. You totally out-did yourself Paquita - What great detail.

I'm actually glad I didn't watch all the Juana/Cut romance. Knowing what he pulled, argh! He's a bit of a blowhard too...I love Juana, if anyone deserves the best, it's her.

The Holy Terror does get around doesn't she. I love how she bops in just everywhere.Arturo needs to give her some actual legal work to do :). You know what they say about idle hands...

I agree we may be seeing a transformation in Aida. I do think she'll still try to get back at Tere, but she may turn into a rather savvy business women and realize helping, like Aurura said, will make her a better person. Don't really like her and Mariano as a couple - actually she and Martin seem to me a better fit (lawyers and all.)

Ay, Louisa...Fer is so darn cute, but you just KNOW something is not going to go right there.We are way too early in the TN to see our sweetheart girl have her happy ever after. It may turn out to be Fer after all is said and done, but I'm betting there's gponna be some heartbreak first. (And we can guess who will be aiding and abetting there...)

Heading out into the fog...hate Cleveland weather.
 

Thanks for this; I got caught on the phone last night and missed most of this.

Tiburoncita's plan is despicable. If she thinks she can fleece Arturo and take her ill-gotten gains to Mariano and marriage, she's in for a rude awakening.

BTW, whom is she even thinking of having as bridesmaids?
 

Frances, thanks for your wonderful, detailed recap.  I especially liked,"SuperMariano grabs his cape, er, medical bag and runs." Mariano deserves a "Super" in front of his name, he has given so much back to la vicendad. He needs to be happy in the end. 

Our little novela Teresa is interesting. Every relationship is up for grabs, we have no idea who will end up with whom. For example, I'm not even watching TdA, but I know Maria will end up with Max.  We have no guarantees in Teresa, kinda fun isn't it? 

It is probably because of my age, 64, but I'm sick about Louisa agreeing to Slick Fernando's open relationship idea. Louisa is a good girl and isn't wired for living together without a real commitment. 
 

Paquita, the recap is great. "Tiny Terror" so true. And, our Tiny Terror is getting miffed because her minions are becoming unruly. Juana is with Cuteberto, Espe won't go fleece Rube, Aida is hanging out in the Vecinadad stealing a hug or two from Mariano, and Luisa threw away her "The Rules" book and is going to get hurt by Fer.
It is hard for me to think of Johnny as a pedophile because both Pati and Johnny look so old to me that seeing them behave like this just makes them both look like slightly developmentally delayed adults, no offense.
ITA about Paloma, she seems just as manipulative to me.
I am sorry, but I am starting to like Aida. I know, she's a hopeless snob, but I am looking forward to see what will happen with this character.
 

Maybe angry is too strong a word, but I'll use it anyway....I'm angry at Cutberto because of the flower trick he pulled on Juana. Our Madrino gives all day long and never gets anything in return. She seems to be the vecindad seamstress and I haven't much money change hands. She was BLOWN AWAY by that huge arrangement and what did Cutberto do, take credit and then take even more, Juana's well guarded physical closeness. Shame on him, he is on my permanent bad guy list. He is a taker not a giver. 
 

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Good point, Sandy, I don't think Luisa realizes how open the relationship might be, I think she thinks Fer is just saying he wants to live with her first-she sees this as a real commitment.
 

The actress who plays Pati is actually 26. She started out as a child star at Televisa. I guess some people there don't see her as an adult.

The actor who plays Johnny doesn't have a date of birth on his IMDB page.

HD will have interesting consequences.
 

Fantastic recap Frances!

I wouldn't have a problem with Luisa living with Fernando if I knew he wasn't attracted to Teresa, the living together thing is actually very common here too in the large urban areas like DF.

I agree with everyone on Cutberto being horrible with his lying to Juana.

I don't hate Paloma but I don't have any respect for her character. But I don't believe we are supposed to.

The actor playing Johnny, Luis Fernando Peña, is 26. I think Gloria Aura, Paty, is still 25 but will turn 26 in june. I don't think their ages are as big of a stretch as others in novelas but considering they are older than Ana Brenda (25 now, 24 back when this aired here) and Angelique (23) and they are supposed to be younger makes them look more out of place.

Jarocha
 

Frances- Wonderful as always. Thank you for all the details.

Wow! Juana and Cutberto were hot, hot, hot. Which will also describe her temper once she finds out about his dirty trick.

Jarocha I agree with you on both the Luisa and Paloma issues. Paloma is a weak woman, but she is not bad. I can see how she could have easily crumbled under her parents' pressure to dump Arturo, but I can also see how much she loves/needs him. But I would rather he be with someone with a stronger personality, who isn't so clingy, and who loves him for real (this excludes Teresa). There's no one on the scene yet who I would want for him. Right now he is too much under Teresa's spell, but we have seen some flashes of real strength when he doesn't agree with Teresa on something. I want more of that.

The problem with Luisa and Fer is not that he's not really marriage-minden, but that she IS. It's not a good match because their expectations of the relationship are not the same. I don't even have a huge issue with this because that's life. Couples move in together and then realize they're not moving in the same direction each day. You live and you learn. The only thing I'm worried about is the eventual betrayal with her supposed bff Teresa (because we all know it's coming). That will cause some real anguish.

I'm not bugged by mid-20s actors Johnny and Pati either. It's a nice mild storyline and neither of them is/looks like a child, so I'm not bothered. It bugs me more when 14-17 year old actresses are paired with 24+ year old actors, which we have seen a few times in novelas (Guapos, ENDA, Nina de mi Corazon).
 

Great recap. Very funny. I like Johnny running in "just like Lassie" and "C’mon Arturo, you know you’re gonna do whatever she says. Just say yes and get it over with." Also, thanks for noting "Cuando tu vas por la leche, yo ya vengo con el queso." That's a fun dicho.

I love watching Tere get frustrated that she's unable to control everyone. She reminds me of people I know. Why won't everyone just do what she wants?! Why must they be so difficult?! Idiots!

Fernando is looking scummier and scummier. If he's not into commitment, why doesn't he just stick with the good-time girls who are okay with that? Why get involved with his best friend's sister, when he knows she only plays for keeps? Ugh; I wish poor sweet Luisa wouldn't cave so easily.

Why does Teresa go around in cocktail dresses all the time? Especially such ugly ones?
 

Julia, good point, Fer is Arturo's BFF, we will probably see his anger when he hurts Luisa.
 

Paquita love this recap and wonderful job thank you.

I'm not liking Paloma at all she may have succumbed to pressure from her parents when she was younger but look how long it took her to come and confront Arturo sorry she she is not sympathetic to me at all.

I totally agree about Luisa she jumped to fast in the sack with Fernando she took her time to learn he wasn't ready for marriage yet. For sure if he ends up cheating on her with Teresa no less you think Arturo was mad and furious before with him beginning to see his sister.

Let's hope this is beginning of Aida finally becoming a human being because i don't like anything about this girl. Perhaps being a volunteer in the vecinidad will give her a better perspective that all people from that background aren't like Teresa.

The tiny Terror now has two rings the girl has mad game i'll give her that.Oh! She has to have a big downfall for all of her lies and schemes.

Mariano is now beginning to see and feel the lost of his shoulder to cry on in Aurora. I love how Dario keeps pointing out to him this fact.

Love the fact that Martin is not wasting time he sees what a great catch Aurora is and wants her for himself despite knowing that she is in love with someone else. Mariano better wake up real quick on this because he was acting jealous last night.
 

I've been forgetting this question for a few episodes now: Does Teresa own any dresses that aren't straplessly defying gravity??
 

Paquita, thanks for the terrific recap. What an enjoyable read.

I didn't like the scene where Paloma was practically begging Arturo to come back to her. She doesn't seem like a bad person per se, but it was difficult to watch her act so pathetic. Have some pride woman! ITA they are not a great pair not too mention there is too much water under the bridge for them. Move one.

It's fun to see all Tere's minions begin to revolt. It's kind of like they are living for themselves, not for her. Go figure.

UA, LOL about Tere's dresses. Maybe Julia will weigh in on the subject. I believe she's a structural engineer.
 

Oops, really must proofread. Make that "not TO mention..." and "Move ON."
 

Teresa warned Luisa not to get pregnant and she laughed it off, so I'm figuring Luisa will be singing Fantasia's B-A-B-Y-M-A-M-A soon.

LOL @ Aida's insults to her dad. But she does have a point about Teresa: it bothers Teresa more to see Aida than the other way around, especially when Aida's near Mariano. If only Aida can provoke Teresa into reacting to Aida/Mariano in front of Arturo...

I'm sorry but Martin reminds me of Get-A-Life Alonso on TDA.
 

I have to say it would take a structural engineer to design dresses with those strapless shelves. And yes, why is Tere running around in cocktail dresses all the time like she is going to a mixer?
Urban: Yes, HD has consequences. Everyone looks wrinkled. Even Arturo has fine lines. Ai! I wonder if all those actors know how old they look on the new technology?
 

As far as why Fernando would play games with Luisa, his best friend's little sister, they do it because for 5 minutes in their life they think they can settle down and SHOULD settle down, and who better to settle down with than a sweet, innocent good girl like Luisa instead of the ho'bags they're used to?

But, once they get what they want, the Luisas of the world aren't sweet and virginal anymore. And because the Luisas of the world aren't experienced and free with having sex, they get clingy and insecure, giving the guy more reason to bounce.

And when the Luisas of the world ask the Fernandos why they would take them for a ride, the Fernandos almost always blame the Luisas as they skip off with their next prey.

So Luisa is in for a world of hurt but she's going to have to experience it for herself.
 

It's really not that hard to make a strapless dress stay up; you just put some boning in. Also helps if your, ahem, foundation is made of silicone.

Personally, I like it when the actors' skin looks like real skin. I know they want to cover blemishes and look luminous and such, but sometimes the ladies are coated in such thick makeup that they look like wax figures.
 

Anon207-so true, and the best explanation I have ever heard of this phenomenon.
 

Ditto Anon207. Great description. I also think this is a hard lesson Luisa has to learn on her own. But I do hope she heeds Teresa's advice to not get herself knocked-up.
 

Vivi, you and I both know they never seem to know how to use birth control in these TNs.
 

If i would compare anyone to get a life Alonso on TDA it would be Paloma she has been given her walking papers from Arturo who has told her several times he's not willing to pick up where they left off she has come off as desperate and very pathetic trying to get back with him.

Martin on the other hand has a woman who at least is being receptive to what he is offering her. He knows she is in love with someone else but he is trying and selling how charming he is as a boyfriend to Aurora.Maria D. in TDA has not even tried to move on from Max if anything she has maybe given Alonso 5 minutes maybe less consideration as a new opportunity to move on from Max.She hasn't been willing to give Alonso a chance no matter how many people have tried to talk some sense into her. From her father, BFF and to those who she considers like family Milagros,Napo,JJ and Cruz.

To me Martin is cute and growing on me per episode now Alonso that's a whole different annoyance right there.
 

Anon207,
Great explanation of the Luisa phenomenon! Are you a psychologist or psychiatrist? Your explanation of Fernando and Luisa is too perfect! It all makes sense. And so wonderfully clear.
Poor Luisa, and I do see a pregnancy in her future....
We already have 1 out of wedlock telenovela baby, but who says there can't be more?

I think I heard Teresa say to herself that she is going to learn to love Arturo, that is the only piece of her life puzzle that hasn't fallen into place yet. I believe I see signs of her trying in this cap. Come On Girl! It can't be THAT difficult!
The Hottie has EVERYTHING.

Diann
 

Awesome recap as always Frances. Cutberto will be in hot water when Juana finds out he didn't send the roses. She will feel like he did that just to get her in bed me thinks.

I agree that Paloma is very whiney and clingy. Give Arturo some breathing space.

Every time Teresa opens her eyes while she and Arturo kiss it gives me the creeps. She plans on taking everything. Hope Arturo has an account in Switzerland.

I think Mariano should tell Aurora that he likes her more than just a friend. Then again, I can see the hesitation if he thinks she's happy with Martin who is treating her well (although he too should give her some breathing space too.)
 

Anon207, great explanation of why Luisa is headed for heartbreak with Fernando. If they are going at it like bunnies, she probably will end up pregnant me think.
 

Thanks for the great recap Frances.

Anon207 - wonderful analysis of what will probably happen to poor Luisa. And Sandy, it's not your age that makes you wince at her compromising to be with a man we know will dump her soon.
 

Not a psychologist...I've been Luisa before. It's not fun.
 

THANKS for the awesome recap Paquita! So detailed, so fabulous! I havent watched this ep yet but I will before I watch tonight's. I barely feel like I need to watch with your great recap, though. Thanks for the details and vocab!!
 

Paquita, a great fun detailed recap as always...much appreciated. The relationship comments are very insightful.

All I have to add is prenup, Arturo, you're a lawyer!

GinCA
 

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