Caray, Caray!

Marta, thank you for wading through tonight's episode and keeping us afloat by sharing the good bits. Your title is absolutely perfect, so much filler we are going round and round. How I loathe extended telenovelas.

I loved he little face-off between Carmina and Ingrid. Gotta give II props, she doesn't back down easily. I hope it doesn't prove to be her undoing.

Was the info about Remedios working at the ProCe news to us or had we heard it before? To me it felt like a new part of the story, but I might have forgotten.

Marta, thanks for the terrific an detailed recap. More tomorrow, I can barely keep my eyes open.
 

MARTA...if you check in here, look in your email box, both regular and spam, because Melinama will be sending you posting privileges so you don't have to go through Sylvia or Vivi.
 

marta - Thank you for the recap. I'm glad you weren't washed away by hurricane Isaac. I appreciate the recap since I won't have time to watch this mess of an episode.

I love it that Ramona told Flo "you are not preggers." Squee!

I wonder if Quique and Paloma will end up married? Poor Enrique, he really needs to leave town and meet better women. I'm holding out that Flo will come clean and end up with him.
 

Oh, Marta, such a silk purse out of a sow's ear of an episode. (Or maybe it's me--after the good stuff on Refugio, this TN is just DRAGGING).

I see an anvil growing ever larger, falling, falling....Irritating has managed to tick off the wrong folks and knowing Carmina, she's not going to let II go quietly into that good night. And poor, clueless Doc. T is caught in the middle.

Now that Pathetic has become such a pain in the butt, I really don't want her to hitch up with Qui Qui.Actually, all these young 'uns should just call it a day, and look for all new partners. Noone fits with anyone.

Love Alfi's "I'm never wrong". Wow--that takes some ego to say that. All about you huh? (By the way, Dam , that chick you REALLY love, she kinda, sorta is the same way...just sayin').
 

Marta: Your humor and terrific writing made this interesting and fun despite the very frustrating content. I laughed out loud at "this hot mess practically recaps itself". Thankfully, we had your skill and expertise to make sense of all of this.

Ah, the Tovar men. I love Enrique. I'm buying a round of drinks for everyone at his table. So kind... I do fear however for the dear Doctor's life. Intelligent in his craft yet failing miserably in life, he chose the 2 worst, most heinous women. Ever. I fear Ing will bring not only Gabino's, but his downfall as well.

And Ramona? C'mon. The person blessed with more common sense than anyone else couldn't see through Paloma's pathetic lie? Completely out of character. I had to smirk though - at least she gave Begonia a scare! She's onto Flo but has blinders on with Paloma? Not 'buyin it..

doris and daisy, I thought for the first time that Pal and Enrique were going to get married. Elisa and Dam will likely be together, and that leads me to wonder what is going to happen with Gael...

Diana


 

Muchas gracias Marta. You made this episode seem way more interesting than it was. I was quite happy with that scene between Flor and Ramona, with Ramona telling her she's dry/barren-- dry skin, non-shining eyes, just dried up. Meanwhile, Paloma did kind of look like she was glistening all over. Glistening hair (too much product), glistening eyes (too many pathetic tears), and glistening breats! Uhm...what was up with wearing that cleavage-baring dress to ask the Tovar men to lie for her? Did she do it on purpose? Not like either of them noticed that. The Tovar Men (suckers) fold to any woman with tears in her eyes. No need to look further down.

Was I the only one shocked by Paloma's gall to ask them for such a big "favor?" And then she said she "had" to tell her grams Quique was her baby daddy! Had to? Really Paloma? It just shows how nice they are that Quique and Doc didn't call her on that b.s.
 

How many more episodes in this show? It was originally 250 half hour episodes -- which would make 125 hour long ones. But they are not announcing ultimas semanas yet. Anyone know more?
 

Thanks for this excellent recap, Marta. Great job.

Maybe it was the Pimm's Cup with fresh strawberries and raspberries, but I really enjoyed last night's episode.

The encounter between Ingrid and Carmina was delightful. I want more of that. They both had hair issues. At one point it looked as though Ingrid had to fish one of her tendrils out of her mouth. Those two and Horacio all need hair help.

I don't think that Ramona buys for a second that Enrique is the daddy. I think she just wants someone to take responsibility and since Paloma has fingered Enrique... so be it.

Even though not much happened last night, a lot of wheels were set in motion. I'm really looking forward to the next few days.

Carlos
 

Maybe Sabrina really *was* performing a valuable service with her hair salon -- since she's been gone, it's chaos!
 

Anon, it looks as if we'll be running through the end of October now. I don't think I'm going to be starting any more TNs unless they're in the can before they start their U.S. runs. Ugh.
 

Thank you Marta. There must be something about the cenote that flattens Damian's hair. It was flat again when he was talking to Ramona.

Carmina has killed 2 people. They say it gets easier after the first one. Is Ingrid her next victim?
 

What a terrific job, Marta! Thank you!

Interesting that Dam witnessed two strong women weeping -- his mother and Ramona -- and a) was surprised that they had feelings(!) and b) was unable to offer any solace.

This might make sense if Dam were a naive 20-something. But here, as in other places, Zepeda's actual age works against him and makes him look especially insensitive and self-involved.

I am a sucker for travelogues so I loved the trip to Valladolid, especially with the "What not to wear" opportunities.

Anyway, as Carlos said, not much happened definitively last night but lots of wheels were set in motion.
 

What we learned last night:

Enrique learned he IS the father!

Carmina learned she can kill Ingrid if she wanna but her secrets will still come out

Florencia learned she can't fool the town witch

Gabino learned if ya last name ain't Arango, you can hit the road

We learned Damian does not smoke
 

Dear Sara,

I am so sad that you are unable to continue with your Monday snarkfests. I can't tell you how much I Iooked forward to your unique take on our friends in La Ermita.

I knew you were struggling with the scheduling and I guess I held hope until the very last minute ...

You are absolutely one of the funniest, sharpest-witted, hardest working recappers these pages have ever seen. And my God, you're a Spanish teacher!

Your golden bullets have traveled with us from Avocado Pits to Passion Pits. (I won't even mention Sweet William in a kayak).

Please say you will stick around to comment from time to time.

And I'm counting on seeing you recapping on whatever madness follows this.

Hoping you are safe and well and have been spared the craziness of the storm.

Abrazos,
NM
 

daisynjay, love your "(By the way, Dam , that chick you REALLY love, she kinda, sorta is the same way...just sayin')." You nailed it amiga!

Ooh Carlos, you always drink the yummiest cocktails. I seem to be stuck in a rut that includes cute little paper umbrellas and back scratchers for swizzle sticks. (OK, there are worse ruts, I know.) So Diana, I'll have a Blue Hawaii please.

cathyx, I think Carmina is probably thinking that Ingrid is EXCEEDINGLY inconvenient. If I were Ingrid I would be cautious.

Anon207, when this is all over I will definitely miss your superb lists.
 

"We learned Damian does not smoke"

Sometimes a cigar is only a cigar. But not this time.
jejeje
 

Novela Maven, I hope Sara sees your kind words. Nobody can do bullet points of hilarity like that woman can. I miss her already! Sara will continue the Amorcito recaplets as much as she is able.
 

Rightnow I'm writng from the local library. Our computer is on the fritz again. Hope Marta sees the notice that Jane has sent her posting privileges.
 

JudyB I will follow up with Marta. Thank you for helping out with this.
 

Marta, I am 100% certain that your recap was way more entertaining than the actual episode, so thanks! I don't feel as if I've missed a thing. :)

I can totally picture your "dance routine" between Ramona and Begoña. Two steps forward, two steps back! I'd be afraid of Ramona, too.
 

Thanks Sylvia. I have never had any luck sending her emails and getting a response, so I do need you to follow up. That's great to know. Muchas gracias.
 

Great job. Thank you.

So, who could smoke that cigar after Gabino fondled it in strange places, ran it under his nose - just a little too close, rolled it over and carressed it.

Q: Does he have to put sex into everything.
A: Of course.

And, did you check out how he cornered Naranja in front of the car. He raised his leg, put his foot on the hood, and she was cornered. Very original.
 

Haven't watched the episode yet but now that I know Gabino is acting up again (thanks Pasofino) I'm looking forward to it.

Computer privileges at library about to run out. Have fun everyone. And thanks Marta for the excellent recap and hope, between me and Sylvia, that you get the notice that Jane has sent you recapping privileges.
 

I could possibly do the recap but I won't be able to submit it until late morning, pacific time.
 

Thanks, Marta! Great recap as always.

How is Proce La Anita so desperate for money? I thought Alfie had a private fortune that made the business account look like spare change. Does she just not want to invest more of her own funds, or is she secretly not really as rich as she pretends? Or does she just enjoy putting the screws to Damian and watching him struggle?

Paloma is really bugging me. She HAD to claim the baby is Enrique's?! She had no choice? But after Elisa and Gael are married, then what? Surprise! I am seriously concerned she is going to give Padre Loopy heart failure.
 

Marta, thanks for translating this episode of our Passion Pit, you bring such good clarity to our slurry speaking characters!

Did anyone else see a little of our Alfonsona in Dam when he said, "Your name needs to be ***ARANGO*** to work [in management] here at La Anita!" 
Get a grip Damian! You're morphing into your mom! Besides, the way Rosendo lived, anyone in town under 35 might  be an Arango. 

Oh my goodness, Dr. T was knocked senseless by shinny, out of shape Augusto, he doesn't stand a chance against Gabino. I'm not sure I can even watch that fight, just the sounds alone will be horrible! 

Julia, I so agree with you on Paloma!

Sara, if you are managing a peek here at night, thanks for your recaps and try to come back if just to comment....we miss you. 

 

cathyx, your timing works for me. Cynderella doesn't usually post until Saturday sometime, so we would still only wait one weekend for the Monday recap. Shoot me an email at sseaberg[at]gmail.com and we can work out the posting details.


 

I agree Damian is turning into his mother. They are well cast and well acted as mother and son. Not only do they look very similar, they also are both very tense and pinchy with a certain deliberation and restraint in how they move, and they speak in a measured, articulate way with the same currents of sarcasm and disdain. But he is also starting to aquire her bitterness and snobbery.
 

Yep, we kids need to be aware of when we start turning into our parents, especially when we start exhibiting those traits we don't like. I remember the first time someone told me "You sound just like your mother." What an eye-opener. Luckily my mother was a wonderful person, it's just that I never thought I would be her if you get my meaning.

In Dam's case it's interesting because he spent so much time away from her.
 

Sylvia, I just said today that I fear that I am turning into my mother and my husband was silent!?!?!    I have to tap back into my real self and soon! 

Julia, usually serous scenes in this novela are humorous, but seeing well educated Dr.T and Enrique agree to Paloma's request (demand) was astonishing!  My mouth was open so wide, I'm sure a fly or two drifted in!!!!

It's not enough to try and understand Spanish here, you have to decipher hieroglyphics to post!
 

Agree, Sandy. They looked slightly aghast as Pathetic, and I summarize, states:

( Oh,QuiQui, I just had to lie through my teeth since I hate when my grandmother thinks she knows it all and didn't want her ratting on the real father, who I still pine away for in a really unreasonable manner, and chased after pathetcially. Ask you father, I never get any work done at the office."

Doc T if you remember nods quietly.

She continues:"So I just had to lie, it willruin your reputation in town, and make you look foolish, especially to all those employees at the new factory you are working at. But not to worry, I'll spring the truth after the wedding and you'll look even more foolish. But the writers promised I'll still come out smelling loike a rose in this show even though I'm a horrible example to young girls everywhere.Work for you?"

Qui Qui: "Okey dokey. Got nothing better to do since Flo dumped me."

I need an industrial strength beanie for this TN!
 

Dear Marta:

Thanks for the recap! I love the 'Ring Around the Rosie' reference. The Flo/Ramo dance was the best part of the show.

I wonder just how long the FakeBaby plot can survive. With Ramona on the trail, I suppose it could be Ultimas Semanas. She never tells anybody anything in a timely manner.

OK all, I am taking bets. How much longer does Flo have with FakeBaby? I will wager 4 Tomato Nefrazos that even these monkeys with typewriters can only hold out for 10 more episodes—I say by Epi 130 Flo will be dropping the fake basketball out of her wardrobe. Of course, no cheating if you have watched ahead.

Thanks again Marta!

EJ
 

Sylvia: "Luckily my mother was a wonderful person, it's just that I never thought I would be her if you get my meaning." Yes, I do - stated perfectly. Ditto for me.

Diana

 

Sara:

I am so sad to hear that school duties will keep you from recapping. I have loved being on this team with you.

Do let me know when you are offering the "Golden Bullets of Snark" course. I will be there. Come back to us and comment often!

I miss you and hope you are well and safe through this terrible storm.

Abrazos,

EJ
 

Sylvia, Sandy, Julia:

Me to daughter: I don't want to turn into grandma.

Daughter to me: You are grandma.
 

My TV listing shows this show at 10:00 instead of 9:00, and no Amor Bravio at all tonight.
 

Thanks for the recap Marta.

ITA w/those of you disgusted by Pal's latest stunt.
 

If Paloma turns into any more of a screwed up scheming basket case, Doc Tovar is going to feel compelled to have an affair with her, just like Begone feared all those months ago.
 

Lol, you guys are hilarious!!!

cathyx, thanks for the schedule info.
 

On another note, has Gabino been stealing Chente's clothes? Could that shirt have been any tighter?
 

Julia, I think Paloma is probably safe from Doc Tovar until she kills somebody.