Caray, Caray!

Thanks for the recap. I missed the reason Al lost it. Kinda figured that was it.

I cannot take many more nights of Camilla's attitude or Vivi's failure to change the locks.

Cindy
 

Paquito - Thank you. Your commentary is great. That last icky scene -- eek, with lobocito back.

I loved the scene with the Scoobies-as EMT team. "Daniel Dos" made me chuckle. How much longer can Camila act like she's not really with them? And that she doesn't want Daniel back?

It seems like the groundwork has been laid for more and more delays in the Pablo-Luzma marriage. At least they are talking again.

My heart sank when Natalia called Yago. Sadly, that kind of response is too common when someone feels betrayed and victimized.

And Isadora declaring that she's on her own now, trusting no one? She's hardly been a trusting soul -- ever!

Another good episode. If only it came on an hour earlier before I start to slip into extreme sleepiness.
 

Great work, Paquita.

I could barely believe that Bruno would risk entering the house with four adults sleeping in it. The odds were not going to be in his favor that he would get out undetected.

My TV picture is too dark to have seen it, but if they found his supply of microphones their next step should be to sweep the apartment to find all the surveillance equipment. Since Viviana figured out that Bruno was the one who hacked their e-mail they need to do a thorough job of this.

The stage is being set for Mariano to find out about Roman. Better him than anyone else.

I was trying to figure out whether Ximeana's tears were sincere or not and I still don't know. It hasn't been telegraphed to us yet but Hissadora could have brainwashed her very well by now.

If there had previously been any doubt we now know that Hissadora is the one behind Alonssso's impotence. If Alonssso is ever to recover his functionality he needs to not only see a shrink, he needs to put some real distance between her and himself. Like about half the planet.

As for Camila and Daniel I'm going to speculate: He will take some very serious risks and have another brush with death, which will bring them back together because it will force her to face that she can't live without him. Not long thereafter they're likely to find out that Miriam is still alive, which will throw another wrench into the works.

Tonight is the middle episode, so we are turning a corner.
 

Thanks for the great recap, Paquita.

I was so happy with Gussie and then....yes, she believed him. I think "EWWWW" is translatable in any language.

I'm with you Cindy. Camilla's attitude is getting on my last nerve.

Now, it seemed to me like Bruno broke in rather than used a key. Not sure.
 

Paquita-
What a fabulous recap. Poor Daniel. Bruno doesn't have a key, he picks the locks what Vivi needs is a deadbolt so that even if he picks the lock, he still wouldn't be able to get through the door. of course there are always Windows too. There's a reason people get those fancy home alarms because burglars are clever.

It seems from the previews that Osvaldo tells Cami about Dan's crazy plan. Perhaps this Will send her over the edge? She didn't answer his question about never kissing him or embracing him again. I mean, how could you say no forever to a man who looks that good lying shirtless in a bed?

I was glad to see Aaron point out to Rafa What he feels for Vivi. I also hope Amanda gives Osvaldo a chance.

 

Sorry about the strange caps in my message. Typing from my new tablet and it seems to have a mind of its own.

I was sad to see Nat try to call Yago and to see Gussy give in to Dio. I do think Xi was genuinely scared and freaked out by Al, but a lot of what she said to Cam was for show, and Al knew it. I'm not looking forward to finding out what this plan is that involves Bruno, Cam, crazy Al, and Isa and Xi. Hopefully it won't happen at the same time as Dan's crazy plan.
 

LoriLoo and RlaO- From your late question last night-- even though Vivo said she was unable to speak to Luzma, when a cab pulled up to the hacienda full of flowers, she knew exactly who they were for and where they should go. Good job Luzma.
 

Thanks Vivi. I haven't watched the episode yet but happen to be up extra early. How fun it is to have bloggers put up the recep so early. Thanks Pacquita.
 

Thanks so much, Paquita, for another excellent recap that filled in several conversations in Serbo Croatian (well, that's what the Spanish sounded like to my uncomprehending brain), gave me some useful Spanish vocab, and was lots of fun to read.

UA raised a number of points that I was planning to make. Like her, I was astonished that Bruno would try to place the microphones while four adults were in the house. I know that the Good Guys came upon his tools after he hastily left, but did they also find the stuff he planted, both the cameras and the mikes? Unfortunately, Daniel's wound took their attention away from the implications of the tools. I hope they do a thorough search--and PRONTO!

I was sad for Osvaldo that Amanda didn't accept his offer, but I wasn't surprised. I mean, if I were Amanda's age (late 40s, perhaps?) and someone said to me that he’s not proposing a passionate love affair at this point in our lives, I'd sure hesitate. Geez, she's not 85!

I missed the fact that Hissy was getting Xi to go to Camila as part of Hissy's scheme, so I thought Xi's statements and tears when she spoke with Camila were genuine. Perhaps they were anyway? I'm no longer sure, nor am I clear about what Hissy has in mind.

Indeed, I'm still in the dark about both Hissy's plot and Daniel's, though the Good Guys seem to feel that Daniel's will put Camila in peril.

I'm also uncertain why Ana is reluctant for Mariano to know that the urchin (whose name I've forgotten) is staying with them? I would have thought she'd trust her father about this.

So is the anvil soon to fall on Aloco?

Paquita, I loved your description of the Lobito/Caperucita scene. I think that "EEEEEEEEEWWWWWW!" in Spanish is "EEEEEEEEEWWWWWW!"
 

HAHA! Just read the title! Too funny!

Vivi- thanks for the clarification. I must have missed the car full of flowers.


 

She just mentioned it in passing to Pablo, when she fibbed about who the flowers were from.
 

Paquita, your writing is so good you should do it professionally. I mean it.

I'm surprised no one mentioned this yet. Camila is only eating fruit for breakfast and tea? She doesn't feel well? Uh, pregnant!

Really, Bruno is watching them with cameras he put around the apartment. You would think he would pick a time to put the microphones in when no one is there. Stupid criminal.

I like for Amanda and Osvaldo to be together, but in real life, I can't imagine a woman who looks like Amanda would ever go for a man who looks like Osvaldo unless he was rich. Osvaldo looks better paired up with a woman who looks like Agustina.

Dion must have had to have the performance of a lifetime when he pretended to want to do it with Aggie. And then actually do it, lol.

Can't wait to see what the goodguy's plan will be.




 

Cathyx- I guess since Dan arrived, the house hasn't been people-free at any point, so Bruno had to take the risk and do it at night. Had Dan not gone for a mid-night drink of water, and had Bruno resisted taking a peek at Vivi's goodies (eeeewwww!), then he would have gotten away with it.

I do believe they were able to find all the cameras and mics. It looked like Aaron and Rafa were taking everything off the shelves and checking above, in and under everything.
 

I need for Camila to actually LOCK her door. With everything going on, she just leaves it open, leaves it cracked, doesn't lock it, anyone can just bust in. It's a wonder her affair with Daniel wasn't exposed earlier since anyone and everyone can just bust in her cabin.

Alonso being impotent again came out of nowhere. **beanie time**

Agustina needs to sit down. She can get ruff & tuff with Camila over Piedad but quiet as a church mouse when Dionisio roars. Have a stadium full of seats.

Shouldn't Bruno have seen on his little cameras that everyone was home when he decided to break in?

And I can't believe no one noticed that big Logitech web camera he used on top of the curtains!

I give Natalia a pass on calling Yago because when you are full of illusions and give yourself to a man, you are shocked when he has no more use for you. Natalia is in shock. She was used for her body and discarded like a tissue. That doesn't excuse her trying to paint all men as dirty lying liars who lie, though.
 

Paquita - Great recap. Thanks for the vocab.

Al’s dive off the deep edge seems too sudden, and Hissadora didn't seem surprised he failed in the bedroom again. Maybe she drugged him to help him along to that cliff?

Xi is not one bit sincere with Camila. She's such a fool to think she's a partner with Hissadora.

I like Osvaldo but he didn't do a great job selling himself with that "no passion at our age" line. I think he is passionate about Amanda and needs to stop being so cerebral all the time. Maybe invest in a leather jacket.
 

Anon 207, Alonso's impotence problem never went away. The reason he has it became more clear to us in this episode that it's rooted in his lack of control over his life. As Ximena started to exert control over him, he reacts with impotence. And this problem stems back to his mother and how she has treated him his whole life. This is actually a very good portrayal of this problem. As issues surface, the reactive problem surfaces too. It will continue to happen until Alonso successfully treats the psychological damages he is suffering from. He may never get over it but he definitely needs counseling to help him work out all of his issues.
 

Cathyx- ITA about Alonso.
 

Al's becoming impotent as a result of Hiss mother is better than the too-cozy creepy moments we've seen him engage in with her.


 

I think that when Isadora mentioned that she's on her own now and can trust no one after talking with Ximena, she realized that Ximena was going back to Alonso after telling Isa that they were done and she wanted nothing to do with him anymore. Isa knows that it wasn't true and she can't trust Xi either.

I know that some men like to name their manparts, but Lobito? Double ewww.
 

I never got that penis nickname thing. It just seems so childish.

Osvaldo not worthy of Amanda because of his looks so he should look for an Augustina? And people wonder why I never post photos of myself. He needs to step up his game, like getting a few new suits and a good high-class men's fragrance.

Bruno needs to get out of Dodge, but I think his obsession with Vivi will be his undoing.


 

I think Os is very worthy of Amanda. The two have the same kind heart and desire to care for others in their lives. She needs more time to think of him as a suitor, and he needs to step his romance game up. I think they are a very good pair. Gussy was NEVER worthy of Os and his love for her.
 

Paquita thanks for the recap. I completely missed why Al started acting crazy.

Though in general I am not for TN couples marrying young, Pablo and Luzma are quite exceptional. In most TNs they would have stayed broken up until the last days. Moreover how he reacted to her rape - he handled the entire situation better than almost any TN males I've seen and that makes him one of the best galans ever.

Though Osvaldo didn't sell himself well, I think Gussy's rejection hurt him, I hope Amanda starts a relationship with him. However, I am concerned their relationship may be his anvil.

UA - ITA Os just needs some confidence and fashion tips. And we know TNs like to be didactic b/c Dio is considered a looker and we all know the prize Gussy got. As the years go the adage that looks fade but character becomes more and more evident to me.
 

This surprises me because a lawyer should be able to do this. Their verbal talent is what defines their ability, so Osvaldo needs to learn the moves. A little image makeover, flowers, chocolate, candle light, etc. That should do it.

El Diablo understands this. Of course he has that drop-dead voice and million peso smile to help.
 

Vivi - ITA Gussy was NEVER worthy of Os or his love and Amanda and Os are a great pair for the reasons you mentioned.
 

UA - I think at work he probably is an orator genius but he has been single all his life and never really developed his verbal skills in that area aside from being a good friend. I also think Gussy's rejection hurt him b/c he cares deeply for people. Once his confidence with women returns or actually forms for the first time, I think he will be as passionate about love as he is about his work and right & wrong.
 

Osvaldo told Amanda he was willing to leave town with her if she fled to get away from Dio - he'd be leaving behind his lifelong law practice and home for her. He's passionate but just doesn't know it.
 

Pacquita: Awesome recap.

I liked the scene with Amanda and Os at the restaurant, but think he’s moving a little fast.

Bruno picked a time when the house was fully occupied to plant audio?!!! And going into Vivi’s room. Ewww!! When he lifted the covers I almost hurled. Also, why haven’t they installed a security system in that place?!

I was afraid when Aaron headed down the street looking for Bruno that B might attack him and A’d be dead.

OK. Agustina’s little fit in the kitchen. I get why she’s upset. I think she has a right. She was given the household to run. But don’t be whining that “Camila should have so little consideration for her own mother!” when she has shown little consideration for Cam.

Poor Alonso. I really do feel sorry for him.

Did anyone else notice that Cam has been calling Vivi “Viviana” since the big reveal and when Vivi called her about Dan she answered the phone “Vivi”? I thought here’s some progress. Then when she got to her house, she called her “Viviana” again. I think it’s time she forgave them. They’ve explained why they did what they did. They’re obviously sincerely on her side and sincerely sorry. They are not likely to lie to her or keep things from her again considering how she's reacted. It’s her pride that’s keeping her from relenting. It’s becoming childish.

I liked Os and Amanda’s talk at the hostel. It might not be romantic, but it was honest. And I have to say I’m at the age where that kind of relationship would appeal to me. Not that I’m not romantic but after being by myself for a long time, it would be nice to have companionship with someone I care a lot about even if it wasn’t a passionate love.

Loved the whole Aaron/Rafa scene re: R loving Vivi. Also loved all the mugging everyone was doing behind Cam’s back. I’m glad Dan pushed her to make a final decision.

I wondered when I was watching the scene with Cam and Xi if she was sincere. Since I didn’t understand the convo she had with Isa, I didn’t know. Now that I’ve read the recap, I still think part of it was sincere.

Good for Agustina—at least for the first part of that convo she had with Dio.

UA: “As for Camila and Daniel I'm going to speculate: He will take some very serious risks and have another brush with death, which will bring them back together because it will force her to face that she can't live without him. Not long thereafter they're likely to find out that Miriam is still alive, which will throw another wrench into the works.”—that would be a good way for the story to go.

Vivi: Noticed it too, from reading the recap, that Cam didn’t exactly tell Dan they were through.

Anon207 re: Nat. “That doesn't excuse her trying to paint all men as dirty lying liars who lie, though.”—but understandable that she thinks that right now, it’s still so raw. Hopefully, that will pass and soon.

Nanette
 

Thank you for the recap!

I understand now about Izzy's plan to drive Al crazy. I thought it was funny when Cam made everyone help her to cure Dan. Clearly she just wanted to get him to shut up about the lovey dovey stuff. Of course he's not gonna talk about that to her in front of his friends.

I too think it was dumb of Bruno to enter Vivi's room while he was supposed to be on a stealth mission. I hope his end is near.

Unfortunately it looks like Ximena's whining to Cam will work.
--TF
 

Wow, I go away for a little while and I'm getting creamed in the comments. I think you are misinterpreting what I said and meant, and maybe I didn't make myself clear.

First, I said I like them together. I want them to be together, I like both of their characters. What I was trying to say was that in real life, people pair up according to how they look. Like it or not, you don't often see people who are not very attractive coupled with people who are.

With that being said, the actress playing Amanda is quite an attractive woman. The actor portraying Osvaldo is a rather dowdy older man, and in my opinion, not very attractive. I would describe Agustina that way too. That's why I said that Aggie and Osvaldo look more like the likely couple, solely based on looks. I don't mean to imply that Osvaldo should be with Aggie, I don't. I don't even like Aggie. It was simply an observation, not an assessment on their characters. I like both Amanda and Osvaldo and would be thrilled if they became a couple.
 

Don't feel beat up Cathyx. You sparked a good conversation!
 

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ITA with Vivi, Cathyx. You did spark a great conversation regarding Osvaldo and Amanda! I'll just add that, as they say, "Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder," and then of course, there's the obviously gorgeous like Daniel, and imo Rafa.

Also liked your assessment of Alonso's issues. I really do feel sorry for him. He didn't stand a chance with a faux-mother like that. I think the actor playing him is fantastic.
 

Been away for a week and then have been nursing an awful cold. My DVR only recorded one episode last week, so I depended heavily on the recaps and the comments. Thank you Team AB: Urban A, Paquita, Mena, 5 Ft and Jardinera. You all certainly paint lovely pictures with your words.

Nothing to add, just my appreciation.
Anita
 

Paquita, you aced it!! Thanks for a great recap which always makes for great comments.
It’s so funny how at times each of us can interpret the same words and situation so differently. I liked Os words to Amanda that he’s not proposing a passionate love affair at this point in their lives. I thought his words meant he’s past the age where you think of a passion love affair as mainly hot sex. I do think he is they type who would persue her with the things UA mentioned such as as roses, chocolates and candlelight dinners.
Actions always speak louder than words, it might have been better if Os had acted out his intentions instead of putting them in words. Also, it would make me kind of nervous for a man to tell me he’s looking for a life time relationship before you’ve even known him romantically for a week.

 

I meant to ask, what was the significance of FX spying on Cami and Xi's conversation. What can he do with the information?
 

Agree with Anon207 that the return of Alonso's impotence seemed to come out of left field. Yes, he's never actually dealt with it, but he had been performing fine with Xi up to this point - and they even had a fun time shopping just before that. She seemed to be really happy and unless she "ordered" him to do something in such a way as to remind him of Isa (which wasn't shown), then I was like - huh?

I also think that Osvaldo made that remark about "passion" so as not to scare Amanda off - to sort of stave off a direct refusal from her in case she was leery of his intentions.

Dan had already asked Luzma to place the flowers for him. When he hadn't gotten anywhere with Cami, he decided to tell her never mind - which was the message Vivi was supposed to deliver. When Vivi told him she hadn't been able to deliver the message, he said that he hadn't wanted Cami to misinterpret his intentions (bribery by flowers?), but then sort of shrugged his shoulders and said, "Oh, well, she would misinterpret them either way."

"EEEEEEEEEWWWWWW!" in Spanish could also be "guácala!" or "huácala!" Both are used to denote something disgusting. Or simply, ¡QUÉ ASCO!