Wednesday, April 11, 2012
Abismo de pasión #22 4/10/12 Beware El Beso De La Mujer Araña
Black widows are notorious spiders identified by the colored, hourglass-shaped mark on their abdomens. This spider's bite is much feared because its venom is reported to be 15 times stronger than a rattlesnake's…
Alfonsina Arango is the black widow spider at the center of Abismo de Pasion. Her web is woven through the entire town of La Ermita.
The animals most at risk from the black widow's bite are insects—and male black widow spiders. Females sometimes kill and eat their counterparts after mating in a macabre behavior that gave the insect its name.
Alfonsina’s venom destroyed her marriage and sent her son Damian Arango, into 15 years of exile in Italy. Now that Damian is back will he be able to break free from his mother’s sticky webs? We shall see, amigos, we shall see.
Girlfriends
Elisa and Paloma are talking. Elisa repeats some not very surprising news, she is in love with Damian Arango, and she is dying of jealousy because he is going to marry another woman.
It is a dramatic announcement, I think meant to reassure Paloma that she (Elisa) does not return Gael’s feelings or declaration of love. Paloma is borrowing a dress from Blanca to wear to the upcoming party hosted by the Spider Woman, Alfonsina Araña, er, hmm Arango. Elisa told Gael earlier that she cares for him “como un hermano”. Paloma looks both relieved and sad to hear this from Elisa.
How did you know you were in love with him, asks Paloma? Elisa replies that she thinks it was the other night when he hugged her. She felt safe in his arms. (Sweet vocal music swells.) Well, says Paloma, if you are in love with Damian, you have to fight for him! Go to the engagement party. The battle is already lost, Elisa cries to Paloma. He is engaged to another.
And even if he were to feel something for me neither my dad not Alfonsina Araña would let anything happen. Paloma encourages Elisa to forget both her dad and Sra. Spider. Blanca has loaned Paloma a dress, Elisa could get one too. She should go to he party. No, says Elisa sadly, I should forget Damian. Fortunately he will leave La Ermita soon.
Damian Returns to Ramona’s House
Damian returns to Ramona’s house on his beautiful horsie. He remembers his visit there when he was a child. He goes into the house and looks around. A flashback: we see the darling kids as he remembers when he bought the love amulets from scary Ramona for his mother and father.
Ramona returns to the house and interrupts his reverie. “ Are you still looking for amulets so two people love each other,” she asks? No, Damian replies. I came to see if someone is still living here. “Yes”, says Ramona. “Myself and my granddaughter. Some things never change. The same loves, the same hatreds— even you are the same Damian.” Damian replies that she is the first person since he returned to tell him that. Most people seem to think he has changed a lot. “Some people’s essence never changes, like you., Damian. And by the way, my amulets do work if two people who love one another wear them at the same time. “I’ll recall that,” says Damian as he fondly squeezes Ramona’s shoulder and takes his leave.
(Father) Guido (Sarduchi)Landuchi Arrives in La Ermita
Back at Casa de la Web, Flo’s handsome father Guido arrives for the party. He didn’t tell anybody he was coming—is he still in time for her engagement party? “Of course,” Flo says. She hasn’t gotten very involved in the party planning but Damian’s Spider mother is sure planning a huge do. Alfonsina comes in and greets Guido warmly to welcome him to her house. “Damian could not have made a better choice,” Alfonspider beams at Florencia. As Alfonsina leaves the room, Guido asks Flo the $64,000 question—“and how is my brother?” It is clear from the look on Guido’s face that hunky-unky Paolo is a pain in his older brother’s a$$.
Castañon Casa
Holy danger-man, Elisa. Watch out, girl. Hunky-unky Paolo rides up on his motorcycle with Western music playing in the background. He asks if Elisa got his flower or his messages inviting her to the party. She replies that she received his invitation but she wants nothing to do with him. He ignores her completely and says he will pick her up at 8 PM. Paloma, who is a witness to all this accuses Elisa of being a heartbreaker, jajaja. Flo’s uncle may be a bit mature but he is hot! “Can you imagine standing up as Damian’s aunt,” Paloma teases. The girls head for town as Elisa admonishes Paloma that she will be late to work.
The Brown Recluse Spider
When humans come into contact with brown recluse spiders the results can be painful if not fatal. Most spiders use webs to claim their prey. But Brown Recluse spiders use stealth, waiting in hiding for their prey to appear.
At the doctor’s office, Carmina is lying in wait when Doc Edmundo arrives. “What?” asks Edmundo. Does Augusto suspect something? No, no, he just thinks Carmina is having a series of tests. The Doc moves in for a grabby kiss but she pushes him away with a “No puedo,” and turns her head. It’s early in the morning but she has come not to hump El Gordito, but to dump El Gordito. Alas, it’s true. The needy doctor asks her to say it isn’t so, but Carmina feels too much guilt. Even though her life with Augusto is HELL, she knows that the Do is married. He has TWO (annoying) children. We have to pretend that nothing happened between us. Carmina cannot repeat what her sister did. Carmina leaves Edmundodo stung and in pain. Way to ramp up the attraction, Carmina.
Augusto is considering taking a paternity test while drinking from a very modest snifter instead of the bottle.
In Casa Araña’s Beautiful Garden
It is already a hot day. Flo and Alfonsina are walking in the garden when Damian walks up. Today our little Flo is wearing Blue Spanx dress, perfect for the Yucatan weather (not). Flo greets a warm Damian as he has just come in from his ride and visit with Ramona. When he embraces Flo, she really yuks it up. Ewweee he is all sweaty. He says yes, that happens after a couple of hours of riding and then grooming the horse. Well, he won’t have to deal with the horse anymore, says Alfonspider. She has asked Gabino to hire a groom for the horse.
So far Flo only looks mildly put off by Damian’s coolness toward her. And speaking of ambivalence, does anyone else in viewerville think it’s weird that Dam did not have a ring? I know his Spider Momma pushed him into the engagement but Merida is a big city and he could have surely found a bauble there. I’m just sayin’…
Procesadora
Horacio is there to discuss his new job with Gabino. He reminds Gabino that he is in La Ermita to get a new start, but his friendship with Gabino is unconditional. Oopsie, anvil alert. What kind of dirty work will Gabino have him up to. We wonders, yes, we wonders.
Doctor Edmundo’s Office
Well, Paloma picked a bad day to be late to work. Edmundo just got cut off and he is in no mood for her excuses as to why she is late. (Neither am I. Hanging around with your girlfriend is not a good reason to show up late for work, pretty Paloma. Doctor E. chews our Paloma out for being late. Paloma promises to never do it again.
Meanwhile, in the waiting room, Augusto is sitting, looking dejected as usual. He needs to talk to the doc. After Edmundo figures out that Augusto is not going to kill him for yesterday’s boinkage with Carmina, he attends to Augusto’s question about Carmina’s health. Carmina is not that sick, says sensitive Edmundo. Augusto broaches his real reason for seeing the doctor. Edmundo knows that he and Rosendo were friends for many years. He now believes that Estefania betrayed him for many years with Rosendo. He has decided he wants a paternity test is needed to see if Elisa is really his child. (Asshat.) He also wants the Doc to keep the secret and get blood from Elisa on one of Carmina’s visit’s to the doc. Huh?
Antonia arrives at the procesadora. Braulio comes out and ‘Tonia says that Vicente didn’t take his exam and will have to repeat the year—if he can find a school to take him. Braulio says he may have to get a job.
Casa Castañon
Carmina is in front of the magic mirror applying makeup. It is working. She looks pretty good, especially when compared to, say, Begonia. Lolita comes in to say, “Someone is waiting for you.” It’s Gabino and he thinks that Carmina should continue ‘negotiating’ with him, even if their other business did not work out. Gabino menaces with, “Carmina you need a man. Like you needed Rosendo.” She rejects him but Gabino tells Carmina, “You and I are not done.”
Elisa runs into Gabino as he is leaving the house. “What are you doing here,” she asks. “I had business with your Tia.” Gabino replies.
Elisa asks Tia Brown Reclusa why was Gabino Mendoza here? Carmina says she doesn’t owe Elisa an explanation, but it was to do with the failed deal to try to sell the Arengo’s the Castañon habanero harvest. Elisa is reminded again of the Castañon’s precarious financial standing. Carmina exits left because she needs to rest.
A Quarrel in the Casa Arango Guest Quarters
Flo and her bad-boy womanizing uncle Paolo are in Flo’s room talking. Paolo tells Flo that Elisa doesn’t want to come to the party, but it is best for Flo is she attends. He will pick her up. Flo points out that Elisa doesn’t want to attend. “Ah, niece, she is the most beautiful girl in La Ermita. She is playing hard to get. Tonight I will be with the most beautiful girl in La Ermita.” Flo tells him, “You don’t change.”
Damian overhears this conversation from the hall and catches Paolo with two hands on the front of his shirt as he is leaving Flo’s room. Damian gets in Paolo’s face. “Paolo, I want you to stay away from Elisa. Stay away. I care a lot about her. In fact I want you to leave the Hacienda. Flo now comes out of her room and enters the fray, “Mucho cuidado, Damian, she warns. If my uncle leaves the Hacienda I go with him!”
At this moment Guido and Alfonsina come walking down the hall just in time to see the confrontation.
“Mucho cuidado, with that”, says Flo, “If my uncle leaves, so do I.”
“Who is Elisa Castañon?”, asks a puzzled Guido. “A girl from the village,” Alfonsina replies and she and Damian get into it about Elisa. Damian lets his Mom have it, “ Elisa is a good person. She has a bad reputation because you made that up!” Alfonsina yells that Damian is acting badly in front of his girlfriend and orders Damian to apologize to Paolo. Damian refuses to apologize to Paulo. They snap nastily at one another. Meanwhile, Guido is worried about the same issue—his skirt chasing brother. Guido and Paolo get into an argument and I feel (briefly) sorry for Flo.
Alfonsina orders Damian to at least make up with Flo. The party will not be postponed! Damian yells at Alfonsina before stalking out, “Mama if you want to fix it with Flo go right ahead. But don’t worry. She would not miss this maldita party for anything. Damian storms out.
In Florencia’s room a big fat Landuchi family argument continues. Guido berates his brother about skirt chasing. No problem says Paolo. Elisa is just a beautiful girl from the village. What about the “problem” (pregnancy?) with Kenia? Paolo says she is lying. As the argument continues we find out that there is a big age difference between the brothers, that Guido has been like a father to Paolo. Flo jumps into the fight and wants to know why Guido and Damian are picking on her uncle? Guido doesn’t want problems with Alfonsina or Damian! (This sounds like a business/money problem to me.)
Florencia finishes the argument by saying, “I don’t want Elisa at my engagement party for any reason. None.” Whew.
Casa Castañon
Elisa is lying around in her room feeling sad. She remembers Paloma’s advice that she has to go to the fiesta and drive Damian wild with love. Lolita comes in and tells her “You are bad if you are thinking of going to that party.” Elisa says she has nothing to wear. Lolita replies, “There are lots of your mom’s clothes you could wear but I think you would be crazy to go. The people who love you are not at the Arango homestead.”
Antonia and Braulio’s House
Antonia and Braulio confront that little snot Vicente about not taking his exam and flunking out of school. Braulio tells his son, “I will get you a job. You will help your Mom prepare for and clean up after Damian’s party.” Vicente doesn’t want to work for either Alfonsina or Damian. Too bad, bad seed.
At Father Lupe’s Rectory
Gael is thinking about how Augusto gave him his first job. Father Lupe comes in and they have another (wonderful) scene where they tussle verbally back and forth. Gael is looking for a job. He is sick of trying to motivate Augusto. But Lupe plays the guilt card, “He gave you a job when you needed one when you were a kid.” Gael says, “I have repaid that with lots of hard work!” Lupe to Gael, “What will happen if Augusto fails? It will affect Elisa a lot.” Nice, padre. Then he tells Gael to take Paloma to Damian’s party so he doesn’t have to feel alone and out of place.
Ramona gives some beads to Paloma to wear with the dress Blanca lent her.
House of the Spider Woman
Flo is upset about the fight between her Dad and Uncle and her Uncle and Damian. Naturally, as she is talking to Alfonsina, Elisa is blamed for the gist of the fight. Flo takes some responsibility for the situation, “It is my fault,” she says, “For Paying attention to my uncle he advised me to make peace with Elisa and invite her to the party.”
Alfonsina tells Flo not to worry. Mama Araña will handle it.
Doc Edmundo’s House
At the doc’s house everybody is in curlers Sabrina is doing her mom’s nails and hair. Enrique is looking for a clean shirts. The Doc comes in to get berated by Begonia. But Doctor Gordito has had a bad day and he informs Begonia he will not be attending the fiesta. He has a headache.
Streets of La Ermita
After rushing out of his Hacienda, Damian runs into Gael downtown. They talk about Damian fighting with his Mom and Gael says nothing has changed. Damian says the house is chaos, Flo is making jealous scenes for no reason and the party is mostly his mom’s friends. Gael reminds him that he can’t fix the situation with Alfonsina, especially if he is leaving La Ermita. Finally Damian says , “Gael, I know you don’t want to go to the fiesta but I would really love it if you were there.” Sweet.
The Spider Goes to Casa Castañon
The bell is rung and Elisa opens the door. Shock—it is Alfonsina! Elisa makes a preemptive strike by telling Alfonsina that before she says anything, she will not be insulted in her own home. But Alfonsina is not there to disrespect Elisa—she wants to make peace with Elisa and she has a personal invitation for Elisa to attend the fiesta. Huh? Alfonsina says “I would love it if you were there.” Elisa doesn’t believe her.
Alfonsina says that Damian would like to have his best friends there. Elisa blasts back, “I really appreciate your invitation but I don’t believe you have had such a sudden repentance.”
Now it gets really nasty. Alfonsina says it was hard for her to come to offer this invitation to Elisa. She was afraid Elisa would take this bad attitude. There is another reason for Elisa to come. “Why?” asks Elisa. Because Augusto’s business is doing very badly. If the relationships between the two families were improved perhaps the Arengo Procesadora could buy the Castañon crops again. “Think about it very carefully. Buenos noches Elisa.”
Symptoms of the Black Widow Spider bite include abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, fainting, dizziness, chest pain, weakness and tremor.
Avances
Damian and Elisa kiss in the stable, the amulets make a command appearance and Elisa and Flo each wear bandaid dresses—white and red respectively—to the maldita fiesta.
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Oh, this was wonderful EJ. What a perfect comparison of the black widow to our dear mankillers. Both Alfi and Carmeany are have certainly spun some nasty webs...
The whole plotline with Tonia and that "little snot" of a son could just disappear. Any time on that is a waste of time. I know there will be a tie-in with GAB and secrets, but for now it bores me to tears.
But compensating, ah....the best moment of the night: Padre's affectionate head-slap to Gael's head. CAN NOT GET ENOUGH OF THESE TWO!
Love Ramona! The voice of truth...
Did feel a bit sorry for Flo last night. From her point of view, she's engaged to someone and then finds herself in a "web" of intrigue and her fiance pining after a girl she never knew existed before. Up to this point, she hasn't done anything dastardly ( of course we know she probably will). And Dam just keeps jerking her chain in a way, if we're honest about his behaviour too.
Watching the previews, if Dam goes so far as to wear the amulet knowing what he symbolizes, he should have canned his engagement and had the party cancelled. He has to know he doesn't want to marry Flo then.
But doesn't Elisa look the picture of her mother, and stunning, in that dress she wears?? I seem to recall that same style/collar on Stef.
So who will make the sacrifice: Elisa or Dam to not hook up? My bet is on Elisa, to save her sorry excuse for a parent's business.
The whole plotline with Tonia and that "little snot" of a son could just disappear. Any time on that is a waste of time. I know there will be a tie-in with GAB and secrets, but for now it bores me to tears.
But compensating, ah....the best moment of the night: Padre's affectionate head-slap to Gael's head. CAN NOT GET ENOUGH OF THESE TWO!
Love Ramona! The voice of truth...
Did feel a bit sorry for Flo last night. From her point of view, she's engaged to someone and then finds herself in a "web" of intrigue and her fiance pining after a girl she never knew existed before. Up to this point, she hasn't done anything dastardly ( of course we know she probably will). And Dam just keeps jerking her chain in a way, if we're honest about his behaviour too.
Watching the previews, if Dam goes so far as to wear the amulet knowing what he symbolizes, he should have canned his engagement and had the party cancelled. He has to know he doesn't want to marry Flo then.
But doesn't Elisa look the picture of her mother, and stunning, in that dress she wears?? I seem to recall that same style/collar on Stef.
So who will make the sacrifice: Elisa or Dam to not hook up? My bet is on Elisa, to save her sorry excuse for a parent's business.
Elna June, this was extraordinary, your finest recap yet.
Like daisy, I loved the spider theme. Perfect!
This rich recap ebbed and flowed, clever and insightful. "Too bad, bad seed", "(Father) Guido (Sarduchi)Landuchi" and "blue spanx dress" were among my favorites. And of course your "we wonders, yes, we wonders" had me smiling in delight (love the LOTR references).
I did wonder why Paloma seemed surprised at Elisa's declaration of love but glad she encouraged her to fight for him.
Why the doctor is so bewitched and bedeviled by Carmina I can't begin to fathom. He is now totally obsessed. Is he going to rig the paternity test and say Augusto is not Elisa's father? Blech.
Thanks again Elna June. This was excellent.
Diana
Like daisy, I loved the spider theme. Perfect!
This rich recap ebbed and flowed, clever and insightful. "Too bad, bad seed", "(Father) Guido (Sarduchi)Landuchi" and "blue spanx dress" were among my favorites. And of course your "we wonders, yes, we wonders" had me smiling in delight (love the LOTR references).
I did wonder why Paloma seemed surprised at Elisa's declaration of love but glad she encouraged her to fight for him.
Why the doctor is so bewitched and bedeviled by Carmina I can't begin to fathom. He is now totally obsessed. Is he going to rig the paternity test and say Augusto is not Elisa's father? Blech.
Thanks again Elna June. This was excellent.
Diana
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: Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 7:28:00 AM EDT
: Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 7:28:00 AM EDT
Why the doctor is so bewitched and bedeviled by Carmina I can't begin to fathom. He is now totally obsessed.
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He probably hasn't had any luvin' for months (maybe years.)
EJ--Fab recap and I think you're on to something with the spanx. I wonder how Altair even breathes in those dresses. Or walks in those towering heels.
Cap'n--Ok, you win. Father Guido Sar/Lan/duchi is a hottie.
Unkahunkapunk-right now you are throwing out a very Eddie Haskell vibe. I can live with that. Please don't morph into a complete douche.
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He probably hasn't had any luvin' for months (maybe years.)
EJ--Fab recap and I think you're on to something with the spanx. I wonder how Altair even breathes in those dresses. Or walks in those towering heels.
Cap'n--Ok, you win. Father Guido Sar/Lan/duchi is a hottie.
Unkahunkapunk-right now you are throwing out a very Eddie Haskell vibe. I can live with that. Please don't morph into a complete douche.
Oh my Elna June...loved your opening paragraph and the whole well-researched spider theme. Carlos won't be happy hearing Flo compared to a Brown Recluse though. Can Brown Recluse spiders be redeemed?
Haven't watched this yet but looking forward to it, now that I've read your witty recap.
And "not to hump but to dump...Way to ramp up the attraction!"...Wicked insight m'dear. Thanks so much.
Haven't watched this yet but looking forward to it, now that I've read your witty recap.
And "not to hump but to dump...Way to ramp up the attraction!"...Wicked insight m'dear. Thanks so much.
EJ- I loved the spider theme. So appropriate for Alfie and Carmie.
I am so glad to see Damian fighting for Elisa against his mother and anyone else who badmouths her. I did feel a bit sad for Flo. Damian is not being honest with himself, and neither is she. One of them needs to realize that this relationship is not going to work and needs to end.
Alfie was extra flirty with Guido and Flo noticed. She was giving her dad amused looks about it. I like Guido's no nonsense style.
So, what does Alfie have to gain by having Elisa attend the party? What is she planning? Looks like Elisa will be pressured to do many things to save her family business.
I thought it was really sad that the Tovar family was concerned about the Doc for about 2 seconds after he stomped upstairs, and then went back to their own petty needs/preoccupations. They completely forgot about him. Carmina sure is good at picking her victims. Men with harpy wives, no nookie or love at home, and high pressure jobs, just waiting to fall into her web.
I am so glad to see Damian fighting for Elisa against his mother and anyone else who badmouths her. I did feel a bit sad for Flo. Damian is not being honest with himself, and neither is she. One of them needs to realize that this relationship is not going to work and needs to end.
Alfie was extra flirty with Guido and Flo noticed. She was giving her dad amused looks about it. I like Guido's no nonsense style.
So, what does Alfie have to gain by having Elisa attend the party? What is she planning? Looks like Elisa will be pressured to do many things to save her family business.
I thought it was really sad that the Tovar family was concerned about the Doc for about 2 seconds after he stomped upstairs, and then went back to their own petty needs/preoccupations. They completely forgot about him. Carmina sure is good at picking her victims. Men with harpy wives, no nookie or love at home, and high pressure jobs, just waiting to fall into her web.
Didn't Gabino hire Horacio as Damian's horse groom? I bet he's placing Horacio in the Arango home in order to have a spy there, and someone who could cause some mischief if Gabino wanted it.
Ha. Thanks, EJ, for that clever recap. I especially liked the [Father] Guido quip. I remember those SNL skits. I, too, think that Flo's papa is muy guaypo. Her oily uncle , on the hand, makes me want to jump into the shower. I caught a little bit of this novela last night. I'm tutoring a young businesswoman from Brazil in addition to teaching a speaking class and babysitting my 2 little grandgirls, so I need to get to bed early. This TN seems to be getting pretty good. Angelique is certainly very different in this role than she was as the socialclimbing Teresa.
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 8:22:00 AM EDT
: Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 8:22:00 AM EDT
Diana, hadn't thought about the Doc rigging the test. Oh man...guess we need Assgusto to keep being an a**. But what will he do then, throw Elisa out?
Vivi I would rather have Horacio front and center in the plot line and act as Dam's groom then the little Snot-nose.
Saw a girl walk into the office building this morning (cold as it is here in NE Ohio) with one of those spandex dresses on ( love to know who she works for). Gees, those things look as uncomfortable up close as they do on a TV screen! Bless Altair for dealing with those trappings. As for the shoes, I don't think I've ever seen her in a role where she didn't wear them. She is such a little thing, I think she almost has to wear them to be anywhere close in height to her co-stars.
Vivi I would rather have Horacio front and center in the plot line and act as Dam's groom then the little Snot-nose.
Saw a girl walk into the office building this morning (cold as it is here in NE Ohio) with one of those spandex dresses on ( love to know who she works for). Gees, those things look as uncomfortable up close as they do on a TV screen! Bless Altair for dealing with those trappings. As for the shoes, I don't think I've ever seen her in a role where she didn't wear them. She is such a little thing, I think she almost has to wear them to be anywhere close in height to her co-stars.
Elna June: Great recap and allusions.
Paloma doesn't think she is as beautiful as Elisa, but, when Elisa and Paloma are together they both seem absolutely beautiful in different ways.
Diana: I also thought that Doc will rig the paternity test, and he will no doubt be influenced by Carmina who will be able to keep the tension at home high and unbearable.
No sympathy for Flo. Damian is right, she threatens to leave when she doesn't get her own way. What a spoiled brat. And, she's in this for money anyway.
Good for Elisa - standing up for herself against Alfonsina. And good for Damian for standing up for her, too.
Paloma doesn't think she is as beautiful as Elisa, but, when Elisa and Paloma are together they both seem absolutely beautiful in different ways.
Diana: I also thought that Doc will rig the paternity test, and he will no doubt be influenced by Carmina who will be able to keep the tension at home high and unbearable.
No sympathy for Flo. Damian is right, she threatens to leave when she doesn't get her own way. What a spoiled brat. And, she's in this for money anyway.
Good for Elisa - standing up for herself against Alfonsina. And good for Damian for standing up for her, too.
elna june - Thank you for the fun recap! I LOVE the spider comparisons. Well done and sooo perfect. ;-)
I thought that was rather cheeky of Damian to just walk into Ramona's house without knocking. Or did he knock and I missed that?
Is Dam still wearing the amulet?
Dear Doctor E --- If Carmina put the big chill on you, turn it into lemonade. You satisfied her so much that she doesn’t need another dose of your 'medicine' for a long while.
Did Paloma walk into Dr. E's office without knocking? Gads! Good thing the Doc & The Orange One weren't … ahem … in consultation!
I see the good Padre has not ditched the hat yet. LOL
daisynjay - 'web' of intrigue ……. good one!
Pasofino - IMO Paloma is pretty in a natural way while Elisa is pretty in a plastic/botox way.
SARA - I'm thanking you in advance for Monday night's recap. I haven't had a chance to read it but will, later today. Gah! I haven't even had time to watch that episode and had to delete it from my DVR, so your recap will be all I have.
I thought that was rather cheeky of Damian to just walk into Ramona's house without knocking. Or did he knock and I missed that?
Is Dam still wearing the amulet?
Dear Doctor E --- If Carmina put the big chill on you, turn it into lemonade. You satisfied her so much that she doesn’t need another dose of your 'medicine' for a long while.
Did Paloma walk into Dr. E's office without knocking? Gads! Good thing the Doc & The Orange One weren't … ahem … in consultation!
I see the good Padre has not ditched the hat yet. LOL
daisynjay - 'web' of intrigue ……. good one!
Pasofino - IMO Paloma is pretty in a natural way while Elisa is pretty in a plastic/botox way.
SARA - I'm thanking you in advance for Monday night's recap. I haven't had a chance to read it but will, later today. Gah! I haven't even had time to watch that episode and had to delete it from my DVR, so your recap will be all I have.
How very clever Elna June. Spiders. Personally, I adore spiders... on the other hand, the Lovely Linda is terrified of spiders... I love how you wove them into your recap.
I'm afraid that I've been remiss in acknowledging the excellent recaps on a daily basis, so a belated thanks to Sylvia and Sara for the excellent offerings of the last few days.
I was thrilled to see that Horacio has been elected to look after White Horsie. This fits right into my plan to unite him and Florencia. I hope that when they see each other it will spark memories of the sparks they shared in a previous incarnation (LldA) as Ilitia and Brandon.
Judy, I'm already plotting the rehabilitation of Florencia. Even though she hasn't committed any crimes (yet), I'm already picking up on some negative vibes here.
And about Florencia, I really like the preview in the avances of her hairdo for the party.
Diana, I too sensed right away that selecting Dr. Tovar to supervise the DNA testing. I'm certain that his ethics will be challenged and I'm afraid that when it comes to Carmina... he may be weak.
Carlos
I'm afraid that I've been remiss in acknowledging the excellent recaps on a daily basis, so a belated thanks to Sylvia and Sara for the excellent offerings of the last few days.
I was thrilled to see that Horacio has been elected to look after White Horsie. This fits right into my plan to unite him and Florencia. I hope that when they see each other it will spark memories of the sparks they shared in a previous incarnation (LldA) as Ilitia and Brandon.
Judy, I'm already plotting the rehabilitation of Florencia. Even though she hasn't committed any crimes (yet), I'm already picking up on some negative vibes here.
And about Florencia, I really like the preview in the avances of her hairdo for the party.
Diana, I too sensed right away that selecting Dr. Tovar to supervise the DNA testing. I'm certain that his ethics will be challenged and I'm afraid that when it comes to Carmina... he may be weak.
Carlos
Excellent Elna June. Que telerana!
I am actually surprised that Elisa didn't already insist upon the DNA test. She is intelligent and knows that the result could change everything. Including getting her father out of her stepmother's web.
Which of those two species could more easily kill the other? Sooner or later we should have a wonderful catfight between Carmeana and Alfonsina.
Paulo is a rat. I do not only not find him attractive, I think he's a predator. His big brother knows that, too. And if he's supposed to be so much younger they should have found a younger actor.
I am actually surprised that Elisa didn't already insist upon the DNA test. She is intelligent and knows that the result could change everything. Including getting her father out of her stepmother's web.
Which of those two species could more easily kill the other? Sooner or later we should have a wonderful catfight between Carmeana and Alfonsina.
Paulo is a rat. I do not only not find him attractive, I think he's a predator. His big brother knows that, too. And if he's supposed to be so much younger they should have found a younger actor.
But Paulo does look a lot younger than Guido. He's younger but he's not young. All the young ladies have mentioned he's an attractive older guy.
Did Augie actually fess up to Elisa that he doubrs being her dad? I don't think he has, so she has no reason to demand a paternity test. I do think that Doc may be influenced by Carmeany, but I would think that would make him think twice about the kind of person she is. Also, with the lab being in Merida, the doc would have to do the switch with the blood samples, since it wouldn't be easy from his small town to influence the lab in the big city. Still don't know how he's going to convince Elisa to let him take her blood, for no reason.
Did Augie actually fess up to Elisa that he doubrs being her dad? I don't think he has, so she has no reason to demand a paternity test. I do think that Doc may be influenced by Carmeany, but I would think that would make him think twice about the kind of person she is. Also, with the lab being in Merida, the doc would have to do the switch with the blood samples, since it wouldn't be easy from his small town to influence the lab in the big city. Still don't know how he's going to convince Elisa to let him take her blood, for no reason.
Good morning EJ. My goodness, you were up late posting your scintillating recap. Fina as the Black Widow is perfect. Carmina as the Brown Recluse is smashing. Love how your mind works, amiga. La Mujer Araña is a brilliant theme!
So many of your comments had me howling, but my faves are "she has come not to hump El Gordito, but to dump El Gordito" and "Too bad, bad seed." I've learned to set down my tea before reading your recaps.
Definitely money problems at empresas Landucci. When Flo asked dad how's work he got all glum and evasive.
daisynjay, I wouldn't be surprised if Elisa's dress is one of Stef's old ones. Like you say, there is an uncanny resemblance.
Sara, I don't usually go for the more mature-looking characters, but I do like Father Guido. I don't think I've ever seen this actor in anything, unless his silver mane is faked for this one. He could lose the Tom Selleck mustache though.
Carlos, I must admit I thought of you when Gabino told Horacio he would be the new groom. That boy needs to do some personal grooming of his own first, though, if Flo is to cast her eye his way.
Urban, I'm liking the actor who plays Paolo. He is perfectly smarmy and walks a good tightrope of ambiguity. Plus, his too-dark dyed hair, perfectly plucked brows, and tanning salon hue make him look like a bona-fide lothario.
EJ thanks again, loved the recap. I knew from the title it would be a winner. BTW, I tagged it for you.
So many of your comments had me howling, but my faves are "she has come not to hump El Gordito, but to dump El Gordito" and "Too bad, bad seed." I've learned to set down my tea before reading your recaps.
Definitely money problems at empresas Landucci. When Flo asked dad how's work he got all glum and evasive.
daisynjay, I wouldn't be surprised if Elisa's dress is one of Stef's old ones. Like you say, there is an uncanny resemblance.
Sara, I don't usually go for the more mature-looking characters, but I do like Father Guido. I don't think I've ever seen this actor in anything, unless his silver mane is faked for this one. He could lose the Tom Selleck mustache though.
Carlos, I must admit I thought of you when Gabino told Horacio he would be the new groom. That boy needs to do some personal grooming of his own first, though, if Flo is to cast her eye his way.
Urban, I'm liking the actor who plays Paolo. He is perfectly smarmy and walks a good tightrope of ambiguity. Plus, his too-dark dyed hair, perfectly plucked brows, and tanning salon hue make him look like a bona-fide lothario.
EJ thanks again, loved the recap. I knew from the title it would be a winner. BTW, I tagged it for you.
Sergio Meyer is at least 45; he was born in 1966. Ricardo Dalmacci is probably older, but I can't find a birth year.
As to how the doctor will coerce a blood sample from Elisa, he could make the excuse that his records don't include her blood type. In case of need of course.
As to how the doctor will coerce a blood sample from Elisa, he could make the excuse that his records don't include her blood type. In case of need of course.
Buenos Dias:
Thanks to all for the kind comments. A quick apology to all for my poor editing on this recap. Alas, these things happen in these late night postings! Smile.
Daisynjay: I am glad you enjoyed the recap. ITA about Tonia and the kid. I like Braulio, though. He is so handsome. I think that is Estephania's dress that Elisa wears. Wow. Can't wait for tonight!
Thanks, Diana—you are too kind. I love your phrase "bewitched and bedeviled" regards Carmina and Edmundo. Oh, yeah. He's sunk. Cutting him off just increased the need and Carmina knows it.
Sara: The Spanx dresses! Wow! Now as these things go, Altair looks great in them, but they ar eas tight as Speedos. Gotta be tiny to pull that look off, generally speaking. Medlaine Stowe wore those Herve Leger bandage dresses in the new ABC nightime soap, 'Revenge' this year. She is over 50 and looked great. Mar Contreras wears them on LQNPA. Ah, well, maybe next lifetime...
JudyB, dear friend, fine writer, I am glad you enjoyed the recap. I thought of you as I posted a "first draft" without editing. I thought, "JudyB would never be this sloppy."Big smile and hugs to you.
EJ
Thanks to all for the kind comments. A quick apology to all for my poor editing on this recap. Alas, these things happen in these late night postings! Smile.
Daisynjay: I am glad you enjoyed the recap. ITA about Tonia and the kid. I like Braulio, though. He is so handsome. I think that is Estephania's dress that Elisa wears. Wow. Can't wait for tonight!
Thanks, Diana—you are too kind. I love your phrase "bewitched and bedeviled" regards Carmina and Edmundo. Oh, yeah. He's sunk. Cutting him off just increased the need and Carmina knows it.
Sara: The Spanx dresses! Wow! Now as these things go, Altair looks great in them, but they ar eas tight as Speedos. Gotta be tiny to pull that look off, generally speaking. Medlaine Stowe wore those Herve Leger bandage dresses in the new ABC nightime soap, 'Revenge' this year. She is over 50 and looked great. Mar Contreras wears them on LQNPA. Ah, well, maybe next lifetime...
JudyB, dear friend, fine writer, I am glad you enjoyed the recap. I thought of you as I posted a "first draft" without editing. I thought, "JudyB would never be this sloppy."Big smile and hugs to you.
EJ
Vivi:
So glad you enjoyed the spider theme. I confess to a morbid fascination with spiders. Isn't it great to see Damian give his mom what-for? I love that about how Zepeda is playing the role. He is no pushover, that's for sure. I hope the "kids" continue loyal to one another through thick and thin.
You are so right about Alfonsina and her invitation to the party. She has some humiliation in mind for Elisa, bet on it.
Susanlynn: I like guapo Guido, too. I think Paolo is a really bad guy.
Pasofino: ITA about both Paloma and Elisa being lovely. Boyer is quite pretty and unusual looking with those big eyes and short upper lip.
Doris: Glad you liked the recap and no, nobody knocks in La Ermita. Notice that Lolita enjoys sneaking up on and surprising Carmina. I would hate that! Nice passive-aggressive acting out, Delores.
Carlos: Thanks for your kind words. Flo and Horacio (redux), I like your thinking.
UA: So glad you appreciated the recap. Oh, yeah. A spider showdown is surely coming our way. Black widow's are much larger and tougher than the Brown Recluse but he Brown Recluse is deadlier.
Vivi: I don't think Augusto has told Elisa of his doubts about her parentage. And, if you can't recall it, then it hasn't happened. Nobody here has a memory like yours!
EJ
So glad you enjoyed the spider theme. I confess to a morbid fascination with spiders. Isn't it great to see Damian give his mom what-for? I love that about how Zepeda is playing the role. He is no pushover, that's for sure. I hope the "kids" continue loyal to one another through thick and thin.
You are so right about Alfonsina and her invitation to the party. She has some humiliation in mind for Elisa, bet on it.
Susanlynn: I like guapo Guido, too. I think Paolo is a really bad guy.
Pasofino: ITA about both Paloma and Elisa being lovely. Boyer is quite pretty and unusual looking with those big eyes and short upper lip.
Doris: Glad you liked the recap and no, nobody knocks in La Ermita. Notice that Lolita enjoys sneaking up on and surprising Carmina. I would hate that! Nice passive-aggressive acting out, Delores.
Carlos: Thanks for your kind words. Flo and Horacio (redux), I like your thinking.
UA: So glad you appreciated the recap. Oh, yeah. A spider showdown is surely coming our way. Black widow's are much larger and tougher than the Brown Recluse but he Brown Recluse is deadlier.
Vivi: I don't think Augusto has told Elisa of his doubts about her parentage. And, if you can't recall it, then it hasn't happened. Nobody here has a memory like yours!
EJ
Mornin' Cap'n:
Up late and I still left the recap riddled with typos. Sigh. That's sort of like the t-shirt I used to wear to train for long runs. It said, "I am fat, but I am lazy."
I knew you would appreciate the 'dump not hump' allusion.
Father Guido Landuchi should just marry Alfonsina himself. She sure seems to be crushing on him!
ElnaJune
Up late and I still left the recap riddled with typos. Sigh. That's sort of like the t-shirt I used to wear to train for long runs. It said, "I am fat, but I am lazy."
I knew you would appreciate the 'dump not hump' allusion.
Father Guido Landuchi should just marry Alfonsina himself. She sure seems to be crushing on him!
ElnaJune
Great recap Elna June!
I also liked your spider theme, it made me remember the old Spider Woman theme in Spanish that I always loved to mock at school.
About Paloma feeling inferior to Elisa's beauty, I think it has to do more with Gael being always inlove with her than anything else. Mireya/Paloma was gorgeous and sexy in Cañaveral so it's not like the character was meant to be a wallflower or anything.
Jarocha
I also liked your spider theme, it made me remember the old Spider Woman theme in Spanish that I always loved to mock at school.
About Paloma feeling inferior to Elisa's beauty, I think it has to do more with Gael being always inlove with her than anything else. Mireya/Paloma was gorgeous and sexy in Cañaveral so it's not like the character was meant to be a wallflower or anything.
Jarocha
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 12:57:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 12:57:00 PM EDT
HAH Elna June..."JudyB would never be that sloppy". Clearly you haven't seen my drawers or my closets! But thanks for the props.
Thanks, Jarocha. I so appreciate you commenting on the recap.
ITA..I don't think Paloma is inferior to Elisa in beauty. They are different types, but Paloma is gorgeous. As I said earlier, I think Boyer is pretty and unusual looking, not classically beautiful.
Gael and Paloma would make a striking couple.
EJ
ITA..I don't think Paloma is inferior to Elisa in beauty. They are different types, but Paloma is gorgeous. As I said earlier, I think Boyer is pretty and unusual looking, not classically beautiful.
Gael and Paloma would make a striking couple.
EJ
Being a fan if spiders, I loved this recap. Big shout out to EJ and also to my darling tarantula, Sebastian.
Lol the most to the dump not hump line and Carmina in the mirror looking good especially in comparison to, say, Begonia.
Thanks so much EJ!
R la O
Lol the most to the dump not hump line and Carmina in the mirror looking good especially in comparison to, say, Begonia.
Thanks so much EJ!
R la O
Thanks for the recap EJ. Though not a fan of spiders, I enjoyed your analogy to our resident witches. It's really spot on.
Diana - I too got queasy thinking the paternity test and our compromised Doc. I do hold out the hope that Vivi put forward that if Carmeany suggests it, it may reveal her real personality to him.
Nice to see you Jarocha. I hope school is going well!
Diana - I too got queasy thinking the paternity test and our compromised Doc. I do hold out the hope that Vivi put forward that if Carmeany suggests it, it may reveal her real personality to him.
Nice to see you Jarocha. I hope school is going well!
Add me to the list of those who do not remember Elisa being told about her questionable paternity. That is why she doesn't understand why Augie has been so hateful to her throughout the years. He has never told her "why."
But doesn't Elisa look the picture of her mother, and stunning, in that dress she wears?? I seem to recall that same style/collar on Stef.
Isn't Elisa's hair up like Estefania's too? Won't Elisa's look stir up the town, Alfonsina, Carmina & Disgusto especially?
Is he going to rig the paternity test and say Augusto is not Elisa's father?
Edmundo wouldn't really have any motive to do that on his own. If he fixed the text it would be at the behest of somebody else.
The only 2 (and a half) people the "Elisa is Rosendo's child" result would benefit would be:
1) Carmina, b/c she would be proven "right."
2) Florencia, b/c Elisa would be shut down as a love rival
1/2) Alfonsina, b/c Elisa couldn't get her hooks into Damian and would prove her right about Estefania; however, the test would prove Elisa to be an heir to the Arango fortune (sad trombone).
I'm going to take a guess that Carmina either tampers with the test or sexes up Tovar to tamper with the test.
Tovar is all up in Carmina's grill b/c he probably hasn't had any from Begona since Sabrina was conceived.
Is Dam still wearing the amulet?
I haven't seen Damian wearing the amulet since he was a kid. But we see him swimming in the cenote with the amulet so at some point he's going to put it on and Flo can kiss her relationship goodbye.
I am actually surprised that Elisa didn't already insist upon the DNA test
Does Elisa know that Augusto suspects she's not his child? She knows he's keeping something from her and Carmina was egging him on to tell her but I didn't think he ever told her of his suspicions.
Augusto is right up there with Gonzo from MEPS, believing any bad thing about their child b/c the woman they're boinking said so (Gonzo/Liliana; Augusto/Elisa).
Isn't Elisa's hair up like Estefania's too? Won't Elisa's look stir up the town, Alfonsina, Carmina & Disgusto especially?
Is he going to rig the paternity test and say Augusto is not Elisa's father?
Edmundo wouldn't really have any motive to do that on his own. If he fixed the text it would be at the behest of somebody else.
The only 2 (and a half) people the "Elisa is Rosendo's child" result would benefit would be:
1) Carmina, b/c she would be proven "right."
2) Florencia, b/c Elisa would be shut down as a love rival
1/2) Alfonsina, b/c Elisa couldn't get her hooks into Damian and would prove her right about Estefania; however, the test would prove Elisa to be an heir to the Arango fortune (sad trombone).
I'm going to take a guess that Carmina either tampers with the test or sexes up Tovar to tamper with the test.
Tovar is all up in Carmina's grill b/c he probably hasn't had any from Begona since Sabrina was conceived.
Is Dam still wearing the amulet?
I haven't seen Damian wearing the amulet since he was a kid. But we see him swimming in the cenote with the amulet so at some point he's going to put it on and Flo can kiss her relationship goodbye.
I am actually surprised that Elisa didn't already insist upon the DNA test
Does Elisa know that Augusto suspects she's not his child? She knows he's keeping something from her and Carmina was egging him on to tell her but I didn't think he ever told her of his suspicions.
Augusto is right up there with Gonzo from MEPS, believing any bad thing about their child b/c the woman they're boinking said so (Gonzo/Liliana; Augusto/Elisa).
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 2:06:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 2:06:00 PM EDT
Another comment about Angelique Boyer: in a previous novela she played the part of a gypsy - since then her face has remained the same, her waistline is similar, but her chest has expanded three cup sizes. Draw your own conclusions.
Angelique has always been very upfront about her breast implants. She didn't denied them when she was questioned in interviews back then when she got them.
Jarocha
Jarocha
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 2:25:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 2:25:00 PM EDT
Jarocha, "Angelique has always been very upfront about her breast implants"...I'll say, LOL! Kidding aside, good for her for admitting the obvious. I don't know why people try to deny blatant cosmetic enhancements, especially since practically *everyone* does it, men included.
Damian doesn't have his amulet, but judging by the avances his is going to make an appearance tonight, thus making Ramona's prediction come to fruition. Wheee!
Damn that Alfonsina! She always seems to get the upper hand.
Damian doesn't have his amulet, but judging by the avances his is going to make an appearance tonight, thus making Ramona's prediction come to fruition. Wheee!
Damn that Alfonsina! She always seems to get the upper hand.
Cap'n~~~Teehee...''Ahhh...I don't know where they came from. I woke up one day.... and there they were !'' Do you remember the looong thread we had ages ago about an actress whom Carlos thought was naturally endowed while others of us felt that she had purchased those masterpieces ?
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 2:47:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 2:47:00 PM EDT
Silvia: I think people try to deny them because society tends to make them feel bad about having cosmetic surgery. Like there's something inherently wrong with that because it goes against nature.
I have a friend who also got breast implants and she didn't mind telling anybody in sight. She was actually very proud of them. So I don't think those shameful feelings are there for all the people who have plastic surgery performed, just those who are more insecure or who surround themselves in environments with higher criticisms.
Jarocha
I have a friend who also got breast implants and she didn't mind telling anybody in sight. She was actually very proud of them. So I don't think those shameful feelings are there for all the people who have plastic surgery performed, just those who are more insecure or who surround themselves in environments with higher criticisms.
Jarocha
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 2:59:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 2:59:00 PM EDT
Pasofino, we know you weren't suggesting that. But it was a good opportunity to start mewling about it, hee.
Jarocha, I'm sure you are right. The attitude of needing to be perfect-looking (whatever that is) must be very difficult for those who are in the limelight all the time. They are always getting critiqued for their looks, often very unfairly. "Normal" people can probably be much cavalier about their cosmetic enhancement. Heck, if I were wealthy I can think of one or two little things I might get help with.
Jarocha, I'm sure you are right. The attitude of needing to be perfect-looking (whatever that is) must be very difficult for those who are in the limelight all the time. They are always getting critiqued for their looks, often very unfairly. "Normal" people can probably be much cavalier about their cosmetic enhancement. Heck, if I were wealthy I can think of one or two little things I might get help with.
IMO Angelique probably wouldn't have gotten the role of Teresa or any other mature role because she is so small and young looking. The only 2 actresses I've seen with relatively small boobs are Margarita Magana & Silvia Navarro. Everyone else is pumped up whether by nature or surgery.
How do you pronounce "Altair?"
Speaking of her, she has a very angelic looking face but she looks like she could look mean on a dime.
How do you pronounce "Altair?"
Speaking of her, she has a very angelic looking face but she looks like she could look mean on a dime.
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 3:48:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 3:48:00 PM EDT
Elna June, this was a triple delight: the perfect blend of science, poetry and humor. What a great recap. Thanks for your great writing skill.
Are people forgetting that handsome Guido is actually more smarmy than his openly slick little brother. After all it is he who needs the Araña (nice one EJ) fortune to keep his own faltering fortune from going under. He is debonair and subtle but absolutely determined behind it.
I love Altair's looks and charms, I just wish they would let her play a really good human being and not always the snobbitch. At least she doesn't seem truly evil this time just reeking spoiled. Damien is taking advantage of her in acting like he can do no wrong and she can just lump it. But then he has already determined that her tacones muy altas will keep her from bugging him as he roams the countryside on prettyhorsey.
We just saw a paternity test corrupted on Familia a few months back so I am sure CarMeany will get Toofar to bend his ethics for a few botox kisses.
Paloma is a great natural beauty I agree. I just hope feckless Gael gets a clue before someone sees her charms and tries to harm her since she is only the Bruja's Nieta. Wasn't Toofar just nasty at lashing out at Paloma for being a few minutes late when he was really mad because she told Elisa that Carmeany had been to his office.
AlfaBitchsina looks like she would jump Guido in a heartbeat, she is so rusting on the shelf. He would get his money sooner if he pleasured her instead but he kind of snears when he looks at her so that is not likely.
Are people forgetting that handsome Guido is actually more smarmy than his openly slick little brother. After all it is he who needs the Araña (nice one EJ) fortune to keep his own faltering fortune from going under. He is debonair and subtle but absolutely determined behind it.
I love Altair's looks and charms, I just wish they would let her play a really good human being and not always the snobbitch. At least she doesn't seem truly evil this time just reeking spoiled. Damien is taking advantage of her in acting like he can do no wrong and she can just lump it. But then he has already determined that her tacones muy altas will keep her from bugging him as he roams the countryside on prettyhorsey.
We just saw a paternity test corrupted on Familia a few months back so I am sure CarMeany will get Toofar to bend his ethics for a few botox kisses.
Paloma is a great natural beauty I agree. I just hope feckless Gael gets a clue before someone sees her charms and tries to harm her since she is only the Bruja's Nieta. Wasn't Toofar just nasty at lashing out at Paloma for being a few minutes late when he was really mad because she told Elisa that Carmeany had been to his office.
AlfaBitchsina looks like she would jump Guido in a heartbeat, she is so rusting on the shelf. He would get his money sooner if he pleasured her instead but he kind of snears when he looks at her so that is not likely.
Cheryl:
Thanks for your feedback. It always means so much coming from a great recapper like yourself.
Great point about Guido. His smarmy is just tarted up a little, isn't it? If Guido could "pleasure" Alfonspider, he would have one hell of an ally. If I were picking teams for serious competition volleyball she'd be my first pick with that unrelenting killer instinct.
Together they could rule the Hot Sauce World! Oh, my. I got a little carried away.
EJ
Thanks for your feedback. It always means so much coming from a great recapper like yourself.
Great point about Guido. His smarmy is just tarted up a little, isn't it? If Guido could "pleasure" Alfonspider, he would have one hell of an ally. If I were picking teams for serious competition volleyball she'd be my first pick with that unrelenting killer instinct.
Together they could rule the Hot Sauce World! Oh, my. I got a little carried away.
EJ
Anon207, Ludwika was nice and natural-looking, too -- if Eliza is wearing one of her dresses to the big do, it will be quite an advertisement for Blanca's altering skills!
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 4:43:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 4:43:00 PM EDT
Anon207-
Altair (pronouced how it's spelled All-tair) is pretty small on top too. She has a wonderful figure.
For those wanting to see Altair in a very different role, here she is as a teenager playing the younger version of a young Silvia Navarro. See minute 5:10: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ue5SpPe9o2c&feature=related
Altair (pronouced how it's spelled All-tair) is pretty small on top too. She has a wonderful figure.
For those wanting to see Altair in a very different role, here she is as a teenager playing the younger version of a young Silvia Navarro. See minute 5:10: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ue5SpPe9o2c&feature=related
Cheryl, is Guido smarmy? I don't think we have seen that side of him yet. We haven't even learned for sure that his company is faltering, but the hints are heavy in that direction. If he makes a play for Alfonsina he really will be going for the Black Widow. Woe to him!
EJ, they could rule the hot sauce world together as long as Guido can keep Alfonspider from biting his head off.
EJ, they could rule the hot sauce world together as long as Guido can keep Alfonspider from biting his head off.
I love knowing a girl was named Altair. As the 12th brightest object in the sky. Altair is the alpha star of Aquila, the eagle constellation. It also forms one of the vertices of the summer triangle along with Deneb and Vega. Here is a Wiki page on it:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Altair
I was obsessed with constellations and planets in the summer's night sky in Iowa when I was six spending the summer on my grandparents small farm while my parents were off caring for my dreadfully ill big brother. Learning the sky map, memorizing poems and caring for baby animals were the pleasures that held me together at this difficult time. I still go outside everynight that I can so Willa and I can say goodnight to the stars and the moon. And sometimes lately to howl a little with the new coyotes.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Altair
I was obsessed with constellations and planets in the summer's night sky in Iowa when I was six spending the summer on my grandparents small farm while my parents were off caring for my dreadfully ill big brother. Learning the sky map, memorizing poems and caring for baby animals were the pleasures that held me together at this difficult time. I still go outside everynight that I can so Willa and I can say goodnight to the stars and the moon. And sometimes lately to howl a little with the new coyotes.
Cap'n:
Yeah, there is always the risk of date, mate and die when you go out with a Black Widow.
I don't think we know for sure that Guido is sleazy but we do get that he is slippery, so far. Time will tell, but I side with Cheryl on this one. I would just love to see Alfonspider meet her match, a big ol' man spider who could TAKE HER DOWN.
Ah, well, you know what they say. If wishes were horses then beggars would ride.
EJ
Yeah, there is always the risk of date, mate and die when you go out with a Black Widow.
I don't think we know for sure that Guido is sleazy but we do get that he is slippery, so far. Time will tell, but I side with Cheryl on this one. I would just love to see Alfonspider meet her match, a big ol' man spider who could TAKE HER DOWN.
Ah, well, you know what they say. If wishes were horses then beggars would ride.
EJ
Cheryl, dang girl, you've always got some surprising tidbit for us. Thanks!
EJ, I'm more worried for Guido than I am for Alfonsina, much as I would love to see him get the better of her. Nobody seems to be able to do that, except Rosendo of course and look what happened to him.
EJ, I'm more worried for Guido than I am for Alfonsina, much as I would love to see him get the better of her. Nobody seems to be able to do that, except Rosendo of course and look what happened to him.
Aw, sad news. I just found out that Yolanda Mérida, who's last character was Manuela in Cuando Me Enamoro died today due to a pulmonary thromboembolism. She was 82.
Jarocha
Jarocha
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 5:23:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 5:23:00 PM EDT
Oh no! I loved her as Manuela in CME and also in Amor Real. I don't think I saw her in anything else. She was a wonderful actress and had amazingly beautiful and expressive eyes.
Thanks for letting us know Jarocha. That's sad news.
Thanks for letting us know Jarocha. That's sad news.
She was always such a lovely person in interviews, besides her work on tv and films she will also be missed on the dubbing scene. She was a very recognized dubbing actress.
Jarocha
Jarocha
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 5:30:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 5:30:00 PM EDT
Manuela was one of my favorite characters in CME -- I loved it every time she came on. She reminded me of my own abuela (although in Slovene it's "babica.")
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 6:27:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 6:27:00 PM EDT
Let me throw out there the following premise. Trust me it is merely a guess. Gael is the "love child" of Guido and Alfonsina. Alfonsina gave the infant to her brother, Father Lupe so she could snare Damien's father. Would Damien be a bit younger than Gael?
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 6:36:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 6:36:00 PM EDT
Anon, that is a very interesting and intriguing premise. I would love to think that somewhere in her past Alfonsina was tempted to "sin". It's hard to imagine though, because she has this overdeveloped code of her own morals. I would also think that if Gael were her own child she would be a little more tender towards him. But then again, considering about whom we are speaking, maybe not. Let's watch and see what happens if Gael and Guido meet. If Guido is the dad we will see some sort of signal or hint.
Since Rosendo was the one who was giving Padre payments on Gael's behalf I still tend toward him as being the father.
Anon, I think they could use your story-telling skills over on El Talisman. You don't live in Miami by any chance?
Since Rosendo was the one who was giving Padre payments on Gael's behalf I still tend toward him as being the father.
Anon, I think they could use your story-telling skills over on El Talisman. You don't live in Miami by any chance?
And didn't AlfaBitch ™ (totally stealing that) blah blah about having sooo much trouble conceiving Dam?
Alfonsina has an overdeveloped code of morals precisely because she has sinned. She's practicing her own form of mental self flagellation and sees it as her God given right to make everyone else suffer.
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 10:30:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 10:30:00 PM EDT
I'm sorry to learn of Yolanda's passing. I adored her in 'Amor Real.'
Is Guido something like a first cousin to Alfonsina? (why do I think they are related . . . ? senior moment?) They somehow go back a long time in knowing each other ... ?
Guido might be as slippery as his younger brother(Paolo) but he (G) brings an element of class to the table with him. ;-)
Is Guido something like a first cousin to Alfonsina? (why do I think they are related . . . ? senior moment?) They somehow go back a long time in knowing each other ... ?
Guido might be as slippery as his younger brother(Paolo) but he (G) brings an element of class to the table with him. ;-)
Anon, great comment about Fina practicing her own form of mental self flagellation. By her own parameters she is fine. By ours she has indeed sinned. She is way too judgmental in my book.
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