Caray, Caray!

Rod is up to his old stalking ways again! This is exactly the same crap he pulled way back when he was first engaged to Gala and Luci was working in his house as a maid. Up in her personal space all the time, trying to kiss her, speaking words of love, and all the while, nowhere close to breaking things off with Gala. Both Luci and Gala should just turn around and bash that wine bottle over his head.

I am not liking that Gala and Julie, and Rosa separately have evil plans in store for Luci's baby. Blech! Luci needs to get back to Het Het.
 

Vivi- so loved this wonderful recap. Loved the song lyrics and the definition. Also loved your asides, lol. Yes, we do want that loca in a manicomio, jus' sayin'.

I don't like that all three brujas have plans for Luci's bebe, either. I shiver everytime they talk about it.

Ah, I like the Rod and Luci dynamic. I know he is stalking her, but she seems to be receptive, but fights hard not to be. They are both so in love, leave them alone long enough, and I think both would throw caution to the winds. I noticed how she leaned into him at lunch, and fought hard to right herself, same in the boardroom. They know they were meant for each other, I just wish Rod hadn't been such an estupido when the brujas tried to smear her, he could have avoided this mess, but then we wouldn't have this fab TN.

Poor Hanna and Lorenzo. I feel bad for them. I really think that Hanna should just dump Boris, forgt about talking to him. He is a waste of space, can't stand him after what he did to Lorenzo.

So now all the poor employees of Inferno are out of a job. I wonder what Vio will end up doing? It's good that Ofelia has a chance at a job at Torreslanda and Polo is getting another job at an antro. I am kinda glad Vio is going home with her Mama, they can protect each other from Don A, who is in denial. I hope he wakes up and changes and does something nice for Magda and Vio. He will have to process this though.

Gagme and Julie are on my last nerve. Julie and her constant planning of what to do. It's so annoying. I am glad both their plans haven't worked so far. They are truly the estupidas and I am glad they are. Gagme causing that scene especially, noone likes her, she just doesn't get it.

Rosa, loved your asides about her, lol. Luci will never feel close to Rosa ever. I don't know how Rosa thinks she will accomplish this, since Luci so has her number. Mati the enabler, if I had been Mati I would have told her flat out, of course you are crazy now let that psychiatrist help you! I am sure Rosa exhibited these signs before. So now it's Max's fault. It's too funny how Rosa always blames someone else for all her problems when she is the one that caused them in the first place. I could go on and on about that, lol. Maybe the psychiatrist will put her in the manicomio, oh happy day for the Torreslanda family!

 

Thanks Mads. I'm not denying the chemistry. But first thing's first. He needs to get rid of the wife first. That's part of the reason why Gala is so darned crazy now, because he waited till the last minute, to dump her at the altar in front of everyone. Had he manned up as soon as he started feeling attracted to Luci and dumped Gala, then wooed Luci in the correct way, a lot of this mess would have been avoided. Now he's doing the same thing again. It's not fair to Luci. Just like the last time, he knows exactly how she feels about him and he's taking advantage of it and toying with her emotions. Note to Rod:
Step 1: Tell Gala how you feel about her.
Step 2:Move out or kick Gala out.
Step 3: Get a quikie divorce and establish child support payments.
Step 4: Tell Luci how you feel about her and woo her back.
Step 5: Live happily ever after.
 

Vivi- I like your reasoning too. I am also conflicted about Pato. He is so in love with Luci, but unlike Rod doesn't push himself on Luci. But Luci seems to be a one man woman so I don't even know if Pato will stand a chance with her. It's sad really. I like your steps for Rod too. I know Rod has told Gagme already, how he feels about her, but she swore she would never let him go this time. The more time he spends with Luci the more time Gagme will do something to put a stop to it with the help of her bruja cohorts.
 

LOVED LOVED the music reference, Vivi! my fav is Uptown Girl... Billy Joel at his best (mid 70s to mid 80s was his best time)
episode seemed to be a set up episode for the next couple eps... we will see what happens with Lore/ Hanah and Pato/Rod/Luci... Getting really tired of the every-morning-torture scenes at Rod/Gala's.
 

Good work.

Roselena's blaming everyone else is classic narcissistic behavior. She can't face her own faults so she assigns them to others. Gala and Julie are the same way. Mati is Roselena's worst enabler and needs a serious wake-up call.
 

So the Dumbass has now reverted to drooling stalker mode. I couldn't believe him pushing himself right in Luci's face in the boardroom with other people there. He has no shame and I do wish she wouldn't send him those hidden signals that encourage him. She could have gotten up from the table and moved away and hopefully he'd get the message. I also hate the fact that he keep pushing to be part of her project. He was whining like a five year old, truly cringe inducing. He needs to learn to give her space and maybe Pato will call him on it tomorrow and make him see sense.

It's odd to me to see Gala and julie plotting and Rosa plotting about Luci's poor baby but they don't seem to be working together so I'm guessing there will be a colossal failure. They really are cornering the market on evil. Interesting too how Gagme automatically assumes Luci will run to Rod to complain. Obviously that is what she would do but luci is made of stronger stuff.

So Mati ONCE AGAIN enables Rosa and tells her she isn't crazy. Naturally she is the one person Rosa trusts to tell her the truth (as if) since she always hears what she wants to hear.

It's so weird i always get indigestion during meals at the TL's and the food at the barrio gangs place always makes me hungry.

Poor Boris be dumped and grabbed at the same time and being totally clueless. He is going to turn out to be just another moron being dragged around by the nose by Lula the Snob. Meanwhile Jana with have the tacquero and a boat load of happiness.

Jana has a head on her shoulders like Pato and is beginning to question the fraud thing. Somehow I think that if and when the truth about Max's culpability come out they won't be surprised but Rod the Dimwit will.

I wondered if Don A would admit the DF chica was Magda's daughter. I was not surprised when he denied she was his but was surprised when he told Copio. I actually thought he would faint instead of just fall on the chair. I can't wait to see what happens if the Gossip Girls get wind of that story. They'll be living on it for years.
 

Vivi, this was such an enjoyable read--you got all the looks, the moves, the inner thoughts and mopey, moony behavior down perfectly.

Note to Rod:
DIVORCIO EXPRESS
DIVORCIO EXPRESS
DIVORICO EXPRESS (Third time a charm, maybe?)

To give him his due, he *has* told Gala every chance he could get a word in edgewise that they were married under a contract so the child would have a name, not so they would live as husband and wife. Gala ignores this every time he brings it up.

Of course he was suckered in by Gala being oh so understanding about being knocked up. She really didn't want anything from him. She let Rosa and daddy Max talk him into the marriage that she thinks was due her.

I'm not sure what Gala is really doing in this marriage, other than keep Rod and Luci apart and recapture a certain social status among her peers. I can't think the latter is that important to her, being a *divorced* woman (there's still a secret lurking there).

But, if she hates him so much, she's obviously not enjoying being married to Rod, and told Julie as much tonight, wanting to forget the whole thing. Here again, it is a mama who's urging her to stay in the game.
Anita
 

Great recap Vivi. I too loved your running commentary especially the yes, yes we do on placing Rosa in various mental facilities.

I'm hopeful that Pato can start to transfer his feelings for Luci to Ofelia. He must have happiness and love.

Decie Girl - you crack me up with your assessment of Rod. ITA w/you and Vivi about Rod's inappropriate stalking behavior. It shows he has not grown up and does not want to be legitimate.

Anita - if only Rod would take your divorce express advice.
 

Loved your recap, Vivi; especialmente about Rosa-her use of hand sanitizer. I'm sorry but a Psychiatrist can't fix plain old ornery-ness.

I am really struggling, I have moved to the stage where I am trying to watch it with only Spanish, and much of the time I just listen. So Rod (repeatedly) kept telling Luci, dejame, about her project. I kept thinking he was telling her to leave the project. Thanks for clearing up that he meant let him be in the project.

He's like a little kid, that won't take no for an answer, very immature. Maybe that's why Luci calls him her "big boy."
 

You're Billy Joel reference has me humming this morning Vivi. Little pep to start the day! (Of course, by 3:00 pm when I can't get it out of my head, that may be a different story.)Love your little " (No sh!t Sherlock!) " type comments thruout.

I'm with you, Dumbass is being , well like Boris. That goofy staring and leering, the constant showing up, for cripes sake, act like an adult!! Sure Luce loves the guy, but he's MARRIED. Little insulting, I think, that he feels he can still whisper the sweet nothings while hitched to someone else, no matter what. Again, the TN double-standard. I was waiting for him to start with "be with me, blah blah" as if that's ok, again while hitched to someone else. All in the name of "love". Horse hockey. As Anita so brilliantly pointed out DIVORCE EXPRESS.

Rosa, methinks thou doest protest too much. I guess she figures the more she says she's not nuts, the more it will be true. Wonder if Rosa met her match with the psychiatrist. She looks rather no-nonsense. Are we being set up for a redemption for her?

I love GT's attitude that people can just leave work whenever, do a little shopping, etc. I guess she figures when you're the owning family not important if the employees see you pulling your weight...or heavens be, actually do some work. Apparently, she must have one great assistant or managing editor, cos she sure doesn't spend much time at the magazine, and that business can pull some nasty long hours. And why the hey does Champagne Queen keep showing up. She on the payroll? I want a job like that.

I thought Rod had an idea how Pato felt? Guess I was wrong, so now he has to panic that since Pato is free and he's not, that Luce will fall for his bro. Yeah, I'm all for it...sorry I digress. But that whole group needs to get the hell of out dodge and get back to Het Het, CL and Pato included.


 

Vivi, you brought sunshine and light into our lives with this marvelous recap. Fun, insightful, detailed. It was sensational! Your conversation translations are so appreciated!

So many excellent comments already.

"...trying to avoid the hefty serving of nagging and bitter recrimination", and "Rod is continuing his efforts to woo his ex-wife, despite having another wife" were among my favorite lines.

I am usually not an envious person but last night I was wishing I were in Zuria's place during that board room scene. Sizzling - hungry, lustful looks from Rod and yearning, loving stares from Pato. Oh my...

Pool Paz. Another child lost to the TL alure...

Karen, I had mentioned Ofelia some time ago for Pato and I am hoping for sparks there. I don't believe they have met yet though, am I wrong?

Madelaine, ITA "leave them alone long enough and I thinnk both would throw caution to the wind". Exactly!

Thanks again Vivi!

Diana
 

Great recap!

Rod es todavía una cabeza caliente y muerto para mí. You don't get all smarmy on a female major partner in a meeting period. Let alone when you are married. This guy is a putz!

Yes, I know it is a TN but that this wasn't seen by others is ludicrous. The Rod character has way to many character flaws for me.

Rod and Luci appeared on Despierta America and they really looked good together because they were both relaxed. Rod's character is this TN is very stiff, on purpose or not.

Had it been Rod in Pato's place on that cliff, this would have been a much better TN. Oh, wait a minute, that was La Que No Podia Amar.
 

Mads- I agree that Pato doesn’t stand a chance with Luci. I don’t think that Luci would ever give him false hope either. She’s very clear about her own feelings, and always has been. Unlike other heroines who toy with galan #2 and give him false hope and try to convince themselves they can feel something for the poor guy. (I’m looking at you Elisa in Abismo!) We need another love interest for him. Maybe Ofelia?

Marta- Glad you like the song selection. I think the audience is almost as sick of the every-morning-torture scenes at Rod-Gala’s as Rod is!

Why he keeps going back for more is beyond me. It seems clear to me that Gala has broken their contract. She keeps demanding more than he promised, and she refuses to let him live in peace. So he should break the contract and divorce her and be done with it.


Urban- The villains always seem to play the blame game, don’t they? The only one I have seen accept any blame for (some) things is Max. He’s admitted his role in Rod marrying Gala and Rosa’s growing sick jealousy. But anything having to do with Claudio, he refuses to take blame for. CL is his blind spot. Rosa has MANY blind spots—her kids, husband, sister, Aurora, Luci…


Decie Girl- I hope you’re right that by plotting separately, the three Blonde Bruja Bitches will fail in their plans to harm Luci’s baby. It’s so creepy how the three of them get so much pleasure thinking about harming an innocent child.
I agree that Hannah and Pato, unlike Rod, seem to ask questions and come to logical conclusions (or at least have more questions) about their dad’s behavior towards CL. It makes no sense. Not once has Rod questioned this.
I was also surprised that Aquiles opened up to Copio. But the man really has no one else to confide in. Hopefully, Copio can talk some sense into him about the way he should treat Vio and Magda.

 

Anita- ITA with your advice to Rod. You know how I feel about it! As for Gala, she is the poster girl for why hate and revenge are futile. You only end up harming yourself. Sure, she’s torturing Rod and keeping him and Luci apart, but at what cost to herself? Every time her brain starts to work and she questions this, there’s Julie to bring her right back into hate and revenge more. Had it not been for Julie, I think Gala would have walked away long ago (after being dumped at the altar) with her dignity intact. But now she keeps getting in deeper.

Karen- It’s amazing to me that no one told Rosa to her face that a manicomio might just be the right place for her. Not even Max. This woman has no one in her life who will just tell her the God’s honest truth about herself. No wonder she gets to live in this little fantasy land where she can get her own way all the time (as Mati says).

Emarie- LOL! “a Psychiatrist can't fix plain old ornery-ness” So true! Good for you to move from the subtitles to just listening. I could never make my captions work anyway, so I’m always relying on just my listening skills. Sometimes I get it wrong, but you’ll see how much you pick up and understand from context clues.


Daisynjay- Uptown Girl is a pretty fun earworm to have all day. At least it’s upbeat. I am also hoping that Dr. Hauser sees right through Rosa and doesn’t take her crap. But redemption? Hmmm…I’m not betting on that yet. I do think Rod has an idea about Pato’s feelings for Luci, but that’s different than getting confirmation, as he appears to do tonight. Hope it doesn’t ruin their relationship, because they have a great, supportive relationship.


Diana- You and Mads are our romantics. You keep rooting for your Mushashon as he woos Luci, but please whisper in his ear (in between the sweet nothings) that he needs to get a divorce. Then, he can throw caution to the wind. :)


Anon 8:44- Sorry to miss seeing Zuria and Gabe on tv. Yes, Rod is played as someone who has not yet come into his own. In the very beginning he was very sure of himself—very cocky. But after he met Luci his world turned upside down and he’s been a mess ever since. But I still like the big guy, and wouldn’t want to throw him over a cliff. I just wish he’d grow up already. He’s made some baby steps. His apology on his knees to Luci and his apology to Paz in Het Het, and his confrontation with his mother were a good start.

 

I too think at this point Gala wants to bail. I think she initially went into the marriage with the idea of socking it to Rod and Luci and also to enjoy the prestige of the TL name and fortuna. With her vast self esteem and the power behind the throne Julie she also probably thought that her talent in the sack would be irresistible to Rod and she could lure him over to the dark side. She obviously never thought that he would want nothing to do with her, ever, under any circumstances and her I'll never divorce you has locked her into a lifetime of misery.

I know people keep thinking Ofelia and Pato but I just don't see it. I think she is too old for him. On the other hand he is wonderful with kids and Marilita loves him so who knows. I'll have to wait and see how it plays out if and when she goes to work for him.

Yes Rod has been aware of Pato's feelings for Luci but not the depth of them. It will be interesting to see how he handles it and I really hope it doesn't drive a wedge between the brothers.
 

Decie Girl- I agree that I don't really see Pato and Ofelia together. It's just that there are so few real choices for him. As far as personality and interests go, Luci really is the perfect match for him. If Hannah and Melissa weren't his relatives, they would also be perfect. All the other ladies, as nice as they are, really aren't a good fit.
 

Gala's reasons for marrying Rod and refusing to divorce him, in order of importance:
1) Her pride
2) Revenge on Rod and Luci
3) Prestige of the TL name
4) Money

Julie's reasons for marrying Gala off to Rod:
1) Money
2) Money
3) Money
4) The TL name
 

Diana - no I don't think Pato has meet Ofelia.

Vivi/Deci - while the Pato/Ofelia match isn't ideal, as Vivi noted there are not enough women in this TN. She's a nice person and does not let money or power allow her to make bad decisions. That said, I think many of us have decided it will take an extraordinary woman to be worthy of our Pato. In this TN, that woman is Luci. I'm still ticked the writers have Melissa as his cousin.
 

Ah Vivi, you took me back to the 80's. Still moving to the music in my head. Thanks Sister! Like Diane said, your conversational recaps are the best. Much as I hate Gala, I pity her. There is nothing worse than a loveless marriage. Screeching and yelling at Rod only drives him closer to Luci. About that, what is the fool thinking. We are divorced but we can be lovers? Gala would have gone for that but not Luci. He should also have remembered that and believed her against his mom. Too late now. I simply love Pato, but as a catholic, your brother's pregnant ex- wife is taboo. Why do these writers insist on crossing boundaries? They should find Pato a wonderful woman who isn't Luci.
Thanks again Vivi.

Olive

 

Karen and Olive- Yes, can't the writers just whip us up a wonderful woman for Pato who isn't his sister-in-law, sister, or cousin? :)
 

Vivi--Spot on. I remember when Julie counseled Gala to start spending the TL money, running up bills and transferring funds to her account. Money is the only name in her game. I don't think she cares, though whose name is attached to the money. It could be Trump for all she cares!
 

Vivi and Anita- you guys are so right about Julie. I remember in the beginning of this TN, when Pato had his accident, the Torreslandas wanted privacy and Julie called the paparazzi and gave them tips for money, about where Pato was, and the family too. I will never forget the scene where Pato is being transferred home by ambulance and Rod had to get in the paps faces to get them to go, all due to that horrid Chamgagne Queen. She would sell her soul to the devil for money.
 

Now that Luci is pushing for Ofelia to become Pato's secretary, i am wondering...
if Pato does make a full recovery, then i would agree that Ofelia is a bit old and sedentary for Pato. Even though Pato and Marianita are indeed getting together really well.
But if Pato does not make a full recovery (he gains more control of his limbs but does not end up walking) then maybe Ofelia is the right one... she already has a child and she would not expect much in the way of entertainment/thrill/lifestyle... so i am on the fence here... I really want Pato to make a full recovery and give Rod a bit of a run for Luci, though. Even if Rod ends up getting Luci in the end, but Pato can do a lot of good for Luci's safety along the way. And Pato DOES DESERVE to recover completely. EVen if that is not quite fully realistic...
 

Another masterful job Vivi--great title and I always love bringing in song themes! and there were several important conversations in this one and you translated them beautifully.

Unlike some other commenters, actually I thought Matilde stood up to Roselena in this episode. Told her basically that her narcissism (obsessive about getting her own way in things) was going to lead to trouble. And Matilde's right...she's not actually "crazy". She's just evil in her desires to rule her world regardless of the collateral damage to innocent people. Matilde has also warned her earlier that her arrogance (soberbia) was such that she might end up all alone one day. That's pretty straight-shooting...especially for a servant who is treated like one, not like a friend or an equal.

Loved the scene where Jana hugged and kissed Paz--and also when Aldo called his mom a "guapetona". Hard to stay mad at a guy like that.

And what a hilarious scene...Procopio bleating that "she (Violeta could be your daughter!"...and don Aquiles dejectedly admitting that supposedly she is! Sweet.
 

Judy- You're right. Mati has come closer than anyone else in describing exactly what Rosa's problem really is (narcissism and arrogance), and telling her so. I guess it's the winging/whining way she does it that gets on my nerves. She really does know her niña better than anyone else. That's another reason why it get on my nerves that she underestimates what Rosa is capable of. She, more than anyone else, should know the evil Rosa is capable of to get her way.
 

I too am thinking Luci may confidentially spill the beans to Pato RE the baby head dream. That's where he'll jump up & offer to be her novia so at least under his name he can protect her from the wrath of JulGalMama...right???

And I didn't think about it but I'm too seeing a Pato/Ofelia pairing up down the line... he's shown he's good with the kiddos too.

Yes Hanna needs to kick that tool Boris to the curb. Let her friend have him if she wants him so doggone bad.

Rod..Rod..Rod....hasnt anyone told you that you're starting to look like a dog begging from under a buffet table when it comes to Luci?? That's possible revocation of your man card...LOL


 

"hasnt anyone told you that you're starting to look like a dog begging from under a buffet table" LOL! Anon 1:59- Rod does look a bit pathetic begging for Luci's scraps of love. But revoking his man card might be a bit too drastic, no? :)


 

Vivi...forgot to mention that I appreciated the embedded vocabulary...especially "gorgojos"...haven't heard the word "weevil" since we left Tenn. but it's a good 'un. Thanks for all your hard work, Vivi. Poor don Aquiles, no bride and weevils in his beans, couldnt' happen to a more deserving guy.
 

Thanks again Vivi---Your line "Like a bucket of Artic water, in swoops the Ice Princess herself, Gala" was GREAT!---I also liked your five step plan.

Decie Girl---I don't think anyone wants to eat at the Torreslanda's, I sure don't. I'm with you on the barrio food or a BIG YES to a lunch/dinner in Het Het. Hey, I would even settle for breakfast in Het Het, I would love it I'm sure.
the gringo
 

Judy- What a fun word gorgojos is. I enjoyed looking that one up.

Gringo- Yes indeed. A meal with the vecinidad folks or with the Het Het ladies would be delicious. I'm gald this show comes on right after I've had dinner, otherwise my mouth would be watering most episodes. But being invited to a TL dinner everyday would be the perfect diet.
 

in PR gorgojos is the little tiny tiny worms that you would see in an open bag of rice or flour or some other groceries that are left opened in a cabinet for a long time. (sometimes you might see it in open boxes of things that have some yeast like pancake mix, cream of wheat, etc.
 

Marta- Yep, those are weevils.
 

Hmmm...Pato/Ofelia. Kinda not feeling it. I had liked the idea of maybe Pato and Norma (CL's assistant).
But then that would certainly burst some Torreslanda blood vessels to have the sibling brood wind up with someone from the Het Het gang ( though beanie-inducing and a bit much).
 

Daisynjay- Yes, Norma was the other person we were thinking about. I can actually see that more than Ofelia. But she and Pato have yet to be introduced, although they were both in the court room during the CL trial.
 

ofelia might grow a bit more assertive given some training and opportunity, with someone who is great at lifting your spirits and motivation as Pato, who knows, she might grow into the role.
 

Laughing about Rod being like a dog begging under the table. During those two scenes yesterday I keep seeing a five year old with his fist under his chin looking up at mama and begging please mama, please mama, please.