Tuesday, April 29, 2014
Lo que la vida me robó, ep. 120, Tues. 4/29/14: Get Back
or:
...what once belonged to you?
Graciela and José Luis aren't listening to each other. (So what else is new?)
She's going to help him whether he likes it or not. And he's so arrogant he thinks that by telling her not to interfere -- by paying her not to interfere -- she'll sit on her hands.
[Oh this is not going to end well.]
A glimpse of La Casa Rosada, Argentina's elegant pink presidential palace.
The scene has shifted to Buenos Aires. We are in a modern hospital room where Alejandro lies perfectly still, surrounded by monitors, an oxygen mask not quite obscuring his perfect features, his golden head crowned by a helmet of electrodes. A nurse, clearly fond of her patient and not indifferent to his beauty, addresses him as Alejandro and cheerily undertakes his leg massages and exercises.
[Alejandro is not in a coma -- he is under a magical spell.]
Back in the café in Aguazul, Macario notices that Dominga seems a bit pensive. She is still brooding about Macario keeping Amelia's secret and refusing to share it with her. Just as their spat is starting to get noisy, Graciela swans in looking for her daughter. Since Montserrat hasn't yet arrived, Graciela will have her usual while she waits. Macario hastens to prepare her a cafecito bien amargo. ("Just like you," he mutters, as soon as she is out of earshot.)
[Graciela has at least one thing in common with Fabiola: wherever she goes in Aguazul, she is despised.]
I'm coming, I'm coming!
Esmeralda hurries to answer the doorbell. She smiles with real pleasure when she sees that her visitor is Montserrat. Montserrat tells her how lovely she looks (though Esme doesn't believe her). Montse has brought some of Laurito's precious baby clothes to pass on to Esme's child. As grateful as Esmeralda is, she understands that Montse's visit has another agenda -- she has really come to ask about José Luis. Montse doesn't deny it. Esme is married to JL's best friend. If anyone can tell her the truth, she can.
José Luis writes out a check in Graciela's name (even though anyone on The Patio would have advised him that a wad of bills would have been harder to trace back to him). As he writes, we see what he is thinking about:
Eye --> Mind
Hideous Graciela discovers him, a humble navy cabo, in the garden of the Mendoza house with her daughter...¡MONSERRRRRAT! métete a la casa inmediatamente...Don't you DARE come looking for my daughter again.
"How things have changed," he murmurs to himself.
Esmeralda clears up some of Montserrat's misconceptions:
María tried to get José Luis involved in her scheme to separate Montse and Alejandro, but he refused to go along with her.
José Luis helped Alejandro get rid of the dirty money left behind by Samuel Barajas. After a witness notified the navy that Alejandro had burned the money, José Luis told then-Captain Robledo that as the officer in charge of the investigation, he took full responsibility for what happened. He said Alejandro was going to turn the money over to him, but he had advised him to destroy the evidence instead. As a consequence, JL was dishonorably discharged from the navy and sent to jail for his 'crime.'
[THE CHORUS OF SPOOKY MALE VOICES SOUNDS HERE]
Angélica was dying. He had nothing left to lose. He was willing to go to prison if it meant allowing Montserrat and Alejandro to be together.
Montserrat is shaken by Esme's words. Now she understands that José Luis sacrificed himself for the sake of her happiness. And further, that Alejandro knew about it and said nothing.
Esmeralda asks her to look at it from Alejandro's perspective -- no man wants to share the woman he loves with another man. And besides, it wasn't Alejandro's idea; it was José Luis himself who wanted to put a barrier between him and Montserrat.
It's three bitter coffees later, and Montserrat has not yet appeared. Macario wonders how demon Graciela sleeps at night, then speculates that she sleeps in a freezer -- how else to explain her youthful good looks? This earns him a sharp look and a sharper pinch from his wife. He adds quickly that her beauty is purely on the outside. Inside, she is bitter and twisted. They'd better get her out of the café before her sulfur smell scares away the other customers.
When Dominga finally tells Graciela that Montserrat is unlikely to appear today, Graciela flounces out without paying her check. Señora, su cuenta, Dominga cries after her. "Pay it yourself," she calls out airily. "Oh, and tell my daughter I'll be waiting for her in her house."
Montserrat is sorting and folding the things she brought for Esme's baby. One little sleeper (mameluco) brings back a flood of memories. It was the first thing Alejandro bought for Laurito:
Eye --> Mind
Alejandro cuddling the infant Lauro...changing his diaper...setting him so gently in his crib.
Esmeralda knows that Montserrat's grief for Alejandro is still raw; and she is touched by the gift of the clothing because she knows how much it means. Montse sees that Esme is on the verge of tears as she says this, and she suspects something more than sentimentalism at play. She asks what's wrong.
You probably think I'm crazy but...
Esmeralda doesn't feel happy the way pregnant women are supposed to feel. She hates the way she looks -- she's so fat! She's so tired and listless. Oh man, she's sure she's going to be a failure as a mother.
Es el clásico ya lo verás (You'll see.)
Montserrat comforts her friend. She is not alone -- many women have the blues when they're pregnant. Once she gives birth and has that baby in her arms, she'll understand it was all worth it. And she'll discover what happiness means when she sees herself reflected in her child's eyes. She'll see!
[Montserrat means well here, so we must forgive her for setting up Esmeralda for a crash landing if she doesn't immediately fall in love with her newborn, especially in the depressogenic circumstances of her life.]
Esmeralda's not convinced. Montserrat had an easy pregnancy.
Montse sets her straight: maybe physically easy, but it was a sad time in her life. Her beloved father died. Alejandro didn't believe in her and doubted that the baby was his. She felt very much alone...
Esmeralda feels like that too -- all alone. Sure, Refugio accepts that he's the father of her child, but he never touches her, he's never affectionate, he's never around to talk to. He uses work as an excuse to stay away. She is so afraid that there is ANOTHER WOMAN.
And so there is, Esmeralda!
Working hours are long over, but Lieutenant Refugio Solares pores intently over the map on Captain Mónica Rentería's desk. He is suggesting strategies, but we suspect his intensity would be the same if they were choosing items to order on a Chinese menu.
["Shrimp egg rolls usually have very few shrimp; pork is a less obvious choice, but a better bargain," we imagine him intoning after careful thought.]
I think I'm falling in love!
Capt. Mónica surprises Refugio when she breaks out of her professional demeanor -- work hours are over, after all -- and tells him that she thinks he's a good guy (tú me caes muy bien) and that she feels there's a connection, a sort of understanding between them. Can she confide in him as a friend? After all, he and Dimitrio are the only people she really knows in Aguazul, and this is something she can't discuss with Dim.
The problem, she tells the now deliriously happy Refugio, is that she thinks she's falling in love with a colleague -- a lieutenant -- and she doesn't know what to do.
Refugio can hardly contain his joy when he asks: Who is this lieutenant? But before Mónica can answer, there is a knock on the door and Dimitrio Mendoza walks in. Mónica dismisses Refugio with a conspiratorial smile and a wink: they can continue their chat another time.
Mónica is full of surprises tonight.
She has a couple of theater tickets for the following night, she tells Dimitrio, and wonders if he might like to join her. It would be an honor, he tells her. That gives her the courage to ask him for a lift home -- her car is in the shop. He agrees but not without a sarcastic ¿Limosnera y con garrote? (which is often translated as 'beggars can't be choosers but here seems to mean that the person doing the begging (the captain) has the power to insist that the favor be granted.)
Meanwhile, Refugio is putting away his things in his locker and mulling over what the captain just said. Le gusto, he thinks. She's into me! [Though The Patio was listening more closely and knows that she said very carefully: Me caes muy bien (I like you as a friend). Refugio is convinced that Mónica is falling in love with his silly self, and he doesn't know what to do.
Rosario tries to concentrate on her book, despite the continued baleful presence of her consuegra, Graciela, who, like every effective predator, knows how to wait. She amuses herself by congratulating 'Chayo' (the hipocorístico or traditional nickname for Rosario) for learning how to read. Gracias, Chela, replies Rosario in kind. It was Montserrat who taught her.
At last Montserrat arrives. She kisses Rosario hello, asks about Laurito, and once her suegra has left them alone, tells Graciela that she has heard that Carlota bought the family house.
She has waited seven years to cash it in. Seven years.
Indeed. It was precisely in anticipation of Carlota moving in with that...policeman, that she was clearing out the drawers in the desk and found something she thought Montserrat would want to have -- Alejandro's cellphone. That...sailor gave it her -- she doesn't know what he was doing with it. Graciela thought it might have some photos, videos, some memories...
Montserrat is truly grateful to her mother. Graciela leaves now, saying she hope that with Carlota living in the house, Dimitrio and Montse will come to visit more often. She misses them.
Monterrat connects the phone to her charger...
[Forget seven-year-old phones and chargers. It's a fairytale!]
José Luis sits alone and lets us into his thoughts of Montserrat:
Eye --> mind
I feel like the happiest woman in the world with you...Te amo tanto, José Luis...never doubt me...I'll be yours forever...You promise? I promise.
JL swears that Montserrat will keep her promise to him.
The precious phone comes alive.
Montserrat smiles at the photos of her short-lived happiness; then she finds the video. There is Alejandro himself telling her with a heartbreaking pressured urgency...
We have to run away, my love. They're accusing me of murdering my father and faking his will. They want to put me in jail again, but I won't let anything separate us.
I asked José Luis to bring you and Laurito to the hacienda. We'll meet there and go to the airport where a small plane is waiting to take us all to safety -- along with Victor and Nadia.
José Luis and I have lied to you. Forgive me, my love, forgive me. José Luis has been helping me all along. He never harmed me in any way. On the contrary, it's thanks to him that I recovered my freedom. José Luis wanted you to hate him. He deliberately put up a barrier between you and him when he decided to give you up.
When I told Angélica that she had married a great man, I wasn't lying. He IS a great man -- and a good friend. I'll always be in debt to him for everything he had to sacrifice so you and I could be together. My love, he's the only one you can trust. Go with him, let him take you to safety. Your safety is the most important thing to me.
I love you. Don't worry. I promise everything will be all right. We'll see each other very soon.
Montserrat cries out in anguish: ¡ALEJANDRO! Ay mi vida! She hugs the phone to her and weeps.
José Luis affords us another look inside his head:
Eye --> Mind
My family has no money and they want me to marry a rich man...I knew it...Sooner or later they'll convince you...No, that won't happen...I love you more than life itself...no one can change what I feel for you.
Fabiola's visit intrudes on his bitter reverie.
She's not taking any chances this time. She not only brings her own wine, she brings a couple of glasses too. They didn't have much time to talk the night before, she explains, and they have some catching up to do.
As José Luis opens the bottle, she eyes him greedily. "This particular wine is very hard to come by," she says, trying hard to be seductive and suggestive:
Es sedoso, enérgico, tiene una aroma intenso y un sabor penetrante.
(It's silky, lively, it has an intense bouquet and a penetrating taste)
Every time she drinks it, she thinks of him. ¡Salud!
Montserrat replays the video in the phone.
Looking for love in all the wrong places
Fabiola tells JL that her godmother was wrong when she said she that prison had changed him. His expression is as sad as ever. When she first met him, she thought it was because of Angélica's illness. Later she learned his story. His sadness is as well-aged (añeja) as the wine they are drinking. "How can you live with so much bitterness in your soul?" she asks.
He answers:
Soy un sobreviviente de la soledad, del abandono, y la muerte.
(I'm a survivor -- of solitude, of abandonment, of death).
Has he ever been happy?
Yes, he was happy once, but that happiness slipped through his hands.
"What was that like?" asks Fabiola with what appears to be real curiosity.
José Luis is a bit taken aback. Doesn't she know?
She does not. She is, like him, a survivor -- a survivor of loneliness and abandonment. But unlike him, she doesn't have a single happy memory.
Perhaps she has never been in love, suggests José Luis.
Fabiola admits that is so. That's why she is back in Aguazul and why she is in his house tonight. She wants to learn about love -- with him.
She walks over to where he is seated, leans over him and puts her arms around him. But he gets up, eluding her embrace. He is grateful for her words, he says coldly, but he is not interested.
Montserrat has been sitting up waiting for Dimitrio to get home.
Now that he's here, she asks him accusingly if he knew that José Luis had never stopped helping Alejandro.
How does she know?
Because it was the last thing Alejandro said to her before he died -- although she is several years late in hearing his words.
She tells him about the cellphone video. How could he let her go on thinking the worst of José Luis?
Dimitrio explains that it was what José Luis wanted. At the time, everyone thought it was best for her. She has two love stories in her heart, he says tenderly, and that's neither good nor bad, it's just how it is...
Montserrat contradicts him firmly:
Mi verdadero amor es Alejandro. (My true love is Alejandro.) But even so, it pains her to realize how unfairly she has treated JL all this time when he sacrificed so much just so she and Alejandro could be together.
She wasn't supposed to find out, says Dimitrio. She was supposed to be happy with Alejandro -- nobody knew what was going to happen to him -- and she was supposed to forget José Luis ... by hating him. At the time, it was best for Montse and for everyone.
Montse falls into Dimitrio's arms and sobs.
Fabiola pours herself another copa. Both she and JL seem a little squiffed by now. JL says he has tried to give her the benefit of the doubt because of Angélica's affection for her. But he doesn't know what to think of Fabiola after seeing how she behaved when she claimed her inheritance.
Fabiola becomes irate. All she did was confront an imposter who had passed himself off as her uncle's son in order to steal his fortune. !Alejandro era un ladrón! (Alejandro was a thief!)
[At this point, Fabiola is so committed to her lies and intrigues that she seems to believe them herself.]
José Luis nods in agreement. Sí, Alejandro era un ladrón. "He stole my whole life from me. My heart stopped beating the instant he stole a woman's heart..."
"Montserrat," says Fabiola.
JL tells her that just as she has recovered what was hers, he is going to get back what Alejandro stole from him.
Does he really think he'd be happy if Montserrat were at his side?
He is convinced of it.
Fabiola hopes that is so. But if José Luis should discover that having Montserrat doesn't fill the empty aching in his heart, then he should seek her out. And as she says this, she moves in close to him again, puts her hand on his heart, and kisses his cheek. She reminds him that they are kindred spirits. And if their souls understand one another, why not their bodies?
She drains her glass. He looks at her darkly and with something very like loathing.
The Governor and the First Lady at Home
Pedro observes that Fabiola's visit has left his wife out of sorts.
¿Por qué te disgusta tanto?
(Why does she upset you so much?)
She upsets Amelia because she goes digging around in the past, wanting to know about her origins.
Pedro guesses that Fabiola isn't really Anastasia Almonte's daughter. Amelia confirms his suspicion: Ben's sister was sterile.
"So you know who her real parents are?"
Amelia makes a confession
She did a terrible thing. She made a woman believe that her daughter had died, and then she took that baby -- just a few days old -- and put her in Anastasia's arms.
Pedro grasps the truth immediately. He always had his suspicions about Fabiola, he says, but perhaps Amelia could confirm them now:
"Graciela lost a daughter. Supposedly, that child died in her arms. But that's not true, is it? Fabiola is Graciela's daughter, isn't she?"
Amelia says nothing. Her lips brush Pedro's lightly, her hand caresses his cheek, and she wishes him goodnight.
Avances:
Will Fabiola's parentage be revealed?
Will José Luis make his move on Montserrat?
What does destiny have in store for the Sleeping Prince?
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Comments:
Those that think that Fina has a chance with Dimi compared to Monica need to wake up and smell the coffee.
Fina is a nice lady with a touch of class, but Monica is is in another league; she's just too much woman.
I remember that moon shot that Monica gave Dimi at JL's release party. That was a little too much junk in the trunk fro me but I see Dimi falling hard for her.
Caryn, I love that! He's Pepe Le Pew and Monse is Penelope, which is the name given to the black cat Pepe is always chasing. It's also the name of Odysseus' wife.
Damas, Monica has no interest in Refugio. None!
She tipped her hand (so to speak) when she showed Dimwattage her ample derriere at JL's "coming out" party.
Refoolio anda confundido, as is his wont.
And like I keep saying, Fina does not have a chance in Hades to compete with Monica, no matter how confident or made over she is after 7 years.
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I was going to write a title around the theme of bitterness until I noticed that Urban's recap of ep.119 was called "Bitter Memories."
Clearly, bitterness is in the air these days, especially in any episode that focuses on José Luis and or Graciela and Fabiola.
Enjoy the show!
Clearly, bitterness is in the air these days, especially in any episode that focuses on José Luis and or Graciela and Fabiola.
Enjoy the show!
NovelaMaven, I just quickly skimmed your excellent recap, planning to go back and savor it again.
Fabiola and her bottle of "special" vintage! I'm surprised she cares so much about its wonderful bouquet, since she's so quick to swill down any and every wine she encounters!
Also feeling a little dubious about the cell phone working after seven years in the desk drawer.
Fabiola and her bottle of "special" vintage! I'm surprised she cares so much about its wonderful bouquet, since she's so quick to swill down any and every wine she encounters!
Also feeling a little dubious about the cell phone working after seven years in the desk drawer.
Haha yeah what truly unites Gracie and Fab is that they are hated everywhere they go! If Fab is the daughter of Gracie well ,the witchness runs in the family!
Refugio is acting so stupid ,he should take a long long vacation and focus on his wife,instead he is wasting time trying to get hopes up with other women.I wanted to smack him bad that night,his only redeemable trait is that he has inbuilt Maria Sense,otherwise he has some crappy braincells.
Yuck now Pedro has even more information to destroy Monses family,muchas gracias Amelia!
Be careful JL,your Faboulus flitrer is a multitasker,she knows how to wine,whine but can she Vine?
Refugio is acting so stupid ,he should take a long long vacation and focus on his wife,instead he is wasting time trying to get hopes up with other women.I wanted to smack him bad that night,his only redeemable trait is that he has inbuilt Maria Sense,otherwise he has some crappy braincells.
Yuck now Pedro has even more information to destroy Monses family,muchas gracias Amelia!
Be careful JL,your Faboulus flitrer is a multitasker,she knows how to wine,whine but can she Vine?
Thank you for the nice breakfast on the Patio! Novela Maven, I enjoyed this recap so much.
My favorite, [THE CHORUS OF SPOOKY MALE VOICES SOUNDS HERE] cracked me up. I think of it of the choir of doom.
So well written. And the grammar is so helpful. The phrase by JL, thanks.
I am still in the dark- Chayo, Chela. Does one of those terms mean brat and one mean rube?
Google is failing me on these. Are they affectionate terms?
Also liked your description of Monica's and Refug's conversation, "He is suggesting strategies, but we suspect his intensity would be the same if they were choosing items to order on a Chinese menu."
Poor goofball, he thinks Monica likes him. Thank goodness she doesn't!
Our Sleeping Prince-anyone know what that contraption is around his head? Kind of looks like something to measure brain waves, but the light bulbs?
Mr eMarie says it might be an EEG machine but in real life there are no light bulbs and you don't leave it on the pt's head.
IT'S HYSTERICAL. Maybe we are going to see those lights start flashing when Ale comes out of his coma, it's going to be really funny if that happens. I think that contraption is like a visualization of that beanie we all keep talking about.
My favorite, [THE CHORUS OF SPOOKY MALE VOICES SOUNDS HERE] cracked me up. I think of it of the choir of doom.
So well written. And the grammar is so helpful. The phrase by JL, thanks.
I am still in the dark- Chayo, Chela. Does one of those terms mean brat and one mean rube?
Google is failing me on these. Are they affectionate terms?
Also liked your description of Monica's and Refug's conversation, "He is suggesting strategies, but we suspect his intensity would be the same if they were choosing items to order on a Chinese menu."
Poor goofball, he thinks Monica likes him. Thank goodness she doesn't!
Our Sleeping Prince-anyone know what that contraption is around his head? Kind of looks like something to measure brain waves, but the light bulbs?
Mr eMarie says it might be an EEG machine but in real life there are no light bulbs and you don't leave it on the pt's head.
IT'S HYSTERICAL. Maybe we are going to see those lights start flashing when Ale comes out of his coma, it's going to be really funny if that happens. I think that contraption is like a visualization of that beanie we all keep talking about.
Haven't seen this yet but couldn't wait to get to the recap to see what went down.
"He is suggesting strategies, but we suspect his intensity would be the same if they were choosing items to order on a Chinese menu."
Emarie and I picked the same favorite quote (not surprising, I've noticed that before...) but from your words I can just imagine the über-intense look that poor dolt must have on his face. Hate this part of the story. Esmeralda (and every pregnant wife) deserves better than this. Very touchy storyline for me.
Loved all your translations and interpretations. The limosnera dicho has always puzzled me. Still don't quite get it, but then I remember how at first "me caes gordo" seemed an insane way to express a negative feeling. Eventually, hopefully, I'll feel comfortable one day with the limosnera dicho as well.
Computer has already needed to be resuscitated 3 times today (unlike the magical cellphone) so if i don't reappear, have a great day everybody! And thanks NovelaMaven. Looking forward to watching this later.
"He is suggesting strategies, but we suspect his intensity would be the same if they were choosing items to order on a Chinese menu."
Emarie and I picked the same favorite quote (not surprising, I've noticed that before...) but from your words I can just imagine the über-intense look that poor dolt must have on his face. Hate this part of the story. Esmeralda (and every pregnant wife) deserves better than this. Very touchy storyline for me.
Loved all your translations and interpretations. The limosnera dicho has always puzzled me. Still don't quite get it, but then I remember how at first "me caes gordo" seemed an insane way to express a negative feeling. Eventually, hopefully, I'll feel comfortable one day with the limosnera dicho as well.
Computer has already needed to be resuscitated 3 times today (unlike the magical cellphone) so if i don't reappear, have a great day everybody! And thanks NovelaMaven. Looking forward to watching this later.
Excellent work, NovelaMaven. Yes, indeed, Aguazul is full of bitterness these days. I also think that Fabiolush has come to believe her own lies.
La Paloma, I don't think Fabiola really knows all that much about wine. She's trying to impress JL and it's obviously not working.
Demetrios, I completely agree with you about Refugio. He needs to man up and stick with Esmeralda.
I don't like this new attitude of JL's. The person who stole his life is Gracie and he's handing her dinero. He should be wondering what she's done with money given to her in the past and money she stole from Monserrat after the sale of the hacienda, which should have been more money than she got from Alejandro for the land she sold to him at the outset.
Interesting how the hacienda purchase price was dissipated in six months while Monserrat started a business and bought a house on the money the Navy returned to her.
La Paloma, I don't think Fabiola really knows all that much about wine. She's trying to impress JL and it's obviously not working.
Demetrios, I completely agree with you about Refugio. He needs to man up and stick with Esmeralda.
I don't like this new attitude of JL's. The person who stole his life is Gracie and he's handing her dinero. He should be wondering what she's done with money given to her in the past and money she stole from Monserrat after the sale of the hacienda, which should have been more money than she got from Alejandro for the land she sold to him at the outset.
Interesting how the hacienda purchase price was dissipated in six months while Monserrat started a business and bought a house on the money the Navy returned to her.
Pure gold NM!! I too love your chorus of "spooky male voices".
Now I've gone on record as saying to me JL just doesn't "work" for me, but he took a whole 'nother step away from my good will last night with that brief reveal to Fabs last night. So now this is a revenge scenario? He's going after Monse with what he says is love, but it seems to me more to prove a point and "win" this time around.
And I still resent the fact he is taking Angie's inheritance and using it to pay off the witch. If he even THINKS about caving to Fabs and her sex only scenario, yeah, I'm totally done with him. I know he's been in jail a long time, but call up Dim, he could set him up with some dates.
Macario was so cute last night with Graceless. And poor Esme, she deserves better than that schmuck she married. What is wrong with Refugio? When he did THE SNIFF, I wanted to slap him silly. (Seems I was being jostled in line with several patio members for that honor.)
But of course, said Cap-i-tan is talking Dim, which I'm hoping signals we get a return of Fina soon. She HAS to come back, I will not accept she's gone for good. There is nothing with Dim and his boss that spells chemistry.
How come my cell phone starts acting up the minute my contract is almost up and Monse with a quick recharge can get a 7 year old cell to work. Beanie implosion time...but whatever.
Daisynjay
Now I've gone on record as saying to me JL just doesn't "work" for me, but he took a whole 'nother step away from my good will last night with that brief reveal to Fabs last night. So now this is a revenge scenario? He's going after Monse with what he says is love, but it seems to me more to prove a point and "win" this time around.
And I still resent the fact he is taking Angie's inheritance and using it to pay off the witch. If he even THINKS about caving to Fabs and her sex only scenario, yeah, I'm totally done with him. I know he's been in jail a long time, but call up Dim, he could set him up with some dates.
Macario was so cute last night with Graceless. And poor Esme, she deserves better than that schmuck she married. What is wrong with Refugio? When he did THE SNIFF, I wanted to slap him silly. (Seems I was being jostled in line with several patio members for that honor.)
But of course, said Cap-i-tan is talking Dim, which I'm hoping signals we get a return of Fina soon. She HAS to come back, I will not accept she's gone for good. There is nothing with Dim and his boss that spells chemistry.
How come my cell phone starts acting up the minute my contract is almost up and Monse with a quick recharge can get a 7 year old cell to work. Beanie implosion time...but whatever.
Daisynjay
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: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 7:30:00 AM EDT
: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 7:30:00 AM EDT
Monserrat should be wondering what her mother was doing with that cell phone.
Forgot this before but Gracie has some damn nerve being in Monserrat's house in her absence. This would never fly in my family and if I were Monserrat I would tell my servants never to admit her if I wasn't home.
Forgot this before but Gracie has some damn nerve being in Monserrat's house in her absence. This would never fly in my family and if I were Monserrat I would tell my servants never to admit her if I wasn't home.
Great recap, great title, Novela Maven.,Very enjoyable.
Daisynjay: "beanie implosion time": what a great phrase!
I cannot believe Refugio. What a dolt!
Stupidity is running rampant again. Nothing more to say.
Jarifa
Daisynjay: "beanie implosion time": what a great phrase!
I cannot believe Refugio. What a dolt!
Stupidity is running rampant again. Nothing more to say.
Jarifa
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 7:46:00 AM EDT
: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 7:46:00 AM EDT
I must head off to work soon in this pouring rain, but I had to speedy quick thank you , NM, for your excellent (as always) retelling of the tale. It was a pleasure to read with my oatmeal.
Refugio is truly a dunce.
Monica does not have a chance with Dim once Fina makes her majestic return to Bluewater.
I see Mony starting to lean toward JL.
Now I am off to review the twelve verb tenses.
Refugio is truly a dunce.
Monica does not have a chance with Dim once Fina makes her majestic return to Bluewater.
I see Mony starting to lean toward JL.
Now I am off to review the twelve verb tenses.
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 7:51:00 AM EDT
: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 7:51:00 AM EDT
The cold rain and below normal temperatures today have quickly been forgotten. Although there is no sun outwardly, your wonderful recap has warmed my heart and fueled me with happiness NovelaMaven.
"Any lack of sun and warmth is an oxygen mask not quite obscuring his perfect features, his golden head crowned by a helmet of electrodes", "It's three bitter coffees later" and "sulfur smell" were among my many favorites.
Like Judy, I will be humming "Get Back" quietly for the day's remainder.
One of the most distressing scenes to me was Refugio inhaling the fragrance of Monica's hair. We've often commented on Refugio's lack of little grey cells but honestly man, what are you doing? Your wonderful and LOYAL wife should be commanding every bit of your attention. I agree with you Demetrois and UA. Refugio is firmly planted in fantasy land. Let's hope the Lt's affections for Dimitrio become apparant quickly. And unfortunately, another casualty will occur when Monica's hopes are dashed as Fina cruises into town (which can't be soon enough for me).
Speaking of delusional. Next up - JL. I am so disappointed that he is going to pursue Monse when it is utterly hopeless. I also feel for Monse. She loved JL then lost him. She didn't want to love Ale initially but then when she did, she lost him. She does not want to be with JL, but it appears with his persuasion and that of everyone in her orbit, that will occur. Must death be the only thing that will deter him I speculate anxiously?
Daisy, I don't see a JL/Fab pairing. Ever. Not only does he see through her (and appears to recoil from her just as he does her mother) but he is now singularly focused on one person. Only.
So now Pedro knows the truth about Fab. Well this bit of wreckage is sure to wash ashore now. What a reveal that will be!
NovelaMaven, thank you for translating Ale's taped message. Your care and attention to providing all of the details is greatly appreciated!
Diana
"Any lack of sun and warmth is an oxygen mask not quite obscuring his perfect features, his golden head crowned by a helmet of electrodes", "It's three bitter coffees later" and "sulfur smell" were among my many favorites.
Like Judy, I will be humming "Get Back" quietly for the day's remainder.
One of the most distressing scenes to me was Refugio inhaling the fragrance of Monica's hair. We've often commented on Refugio's lack of little grey cells but honestly man, what are you doing? Your wonderful and LOYAL wife should be commanding every bit of your attention. I agree with you Demetrois and UA. Refugio is firmly planted in fantasy land. Let's hope the Lt's affections for Dimitrio become apparant quickly. And unfortunately, another casualty will occur when Monica's hopes are dashed as Fina cruises into town (which can't be soon enough for me).
Speaking of delusional. Next up - JL. I am so disappointed that he is going to pursue Monse when it is utterly hopeless. I also feel for Monse. She loved JL then lost him. She didn't want to love Ale initially but then when she did, she lost him. She does not want to be with JL, but it appears with his persuasion and that of everyone in her orbit, that will occur. Must death be the only thing that will deter him I speculate anxiously?
Daisy, I don't see a JL/Fab pairing. Ever. Not only does he see through her (and appears to recoil from her just as he does her mother) but he is now singularly focused on one person. Only.
So now Pedro knows the truth about Fab. Well this bit of wreckage is sure to wash ashore now. What a reveal that will be!
NovelaMaven, thank you for translating Ale's taped message. Your care and attention to providing all of the details is greatly appreciated!
Diana
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 7:52:00 AM EDT
: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 7:52:00 AM EDT
I had to giggle at the wine soaked Fabulush purring around JL and his reply...Thanks...but no thanks. Snap.
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 7:56:00 AM EDT
: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 7:56:00 AM EDT
I think Chayo and Chela were meant to mean Dumb and Dumber in that scene..I must say Farmville on his Iphone is missing our Sleeping Prince Charming quite alot ,the phone will not pass away until he returns!
With no evidence of Alejandro still being alive, it is not surprising that JL would be interested in getting back with Montse. I can also see her wanting to get back with him especially now that she knows about his friendship with Alejandro and all he did for them. After seven years of no Alejandro it would be time to move on. I wonder how long it will be before Montse becomes aware of the fact that Alejandro is still alive. Since he was wanted on murder charges, will he be able to just waltz back into Aguazul?
Jarifa
Jarifa
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 8:24:00 AM EDT
: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 8:24:00 AM EDT
Thank you NM for another beautifully written recap.
In regard to Chayo and Chela, they're just nicknames, and obviously Rosario doesn't go by Chayo, so Gracie calling her that is just a way to act like she can't even be bothered to say her name. It's just like if you specifically go by William and someone insists on calling you Bill. They know that's not your name, they just don't care. So Rosario responds in kind.
I'm loathing Refugio right now. I kind of hope Esme dumps his ass and he has to beg her back. Esme is so great. She has such a kind heart and cares so much for her friends. This novela could use more friendship moments for Montserrat and she should pay Esme more visits.
JL is very, very bitter. I'm really not liking this story.
In regard to Chayo and Chela, they're just nicknames, and obviously Rosario doesn't go by Chayo, so Gracie calling her that is just a way to act like she can't even be bothered to say her name. It's just like if you specifically go by William and someone insists on calling you Bill. They know that's not your name, they just don't care. So Rosario responds in kind.
I'm loathing Refugio right now. I kind of hope Esme dumps his ass and he has to beg her back. Esme is so great. She has such a kind heart and cares so much for her friends. This novela could use more friendship moments for Montserrat and she should pay Esme more visits.
JL is very, very bitter. I'm really not liking this story.
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 9:41:00 AM EDT
: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 9:41:00 AM EDT
Dear NovelMaven,
Thanks so much for the stupendous recap. Wednesday morning always finds me newly appreciating your tremendous writing talent. There was so much to enjoy and admire, but I think my favorite section of this recap would have to be this beautiful description-observation about Alejandro:
"We are in a modern hospital room where Alejandro lies perfectly still, surrounded by monitors, an oxygen mask not quite obscuring his perfect features, his golden head crowned by a helmet of electrodes. A nurse, clearly fond of her patient and not indifferent to his beauty, addresses him as Alejandro and cheerily undertakes his leg massages and exercises.
[Alejandro is not in a coma -- he is under a magical spell.]"
I had a long comment about J-L, too, which I've now typed out and lost twice, so I'm taking this as a sign to give up.
Thanks again, NovelaMaven. It's always such a pleasure to read your work.
Thanks so much for the stupendous recap. Wednesday morning always finds me newly appreciating your tremendous writing talent. There was so much to enjoy and admire, but I think my favorite section of this recap would have to be this beautiful description-observation about Alejandro:
"We are in a modern hospital room where Alejandro lies perfectly still, surrounded by monitors, an oxygen mask not quite obscuring his perfect features, his golden head crowned by a helmet of electrodes. A nurse, clearly fond of her patient and not indifferent to his beauty, addresses him as Alejandro and cheerily undertakes his leg massages and exercises.
[Alejandro is not in a coma -- he is under a magical spell.]"
I had a long comment about J-L, too, which I've now typed out and lost twice, so I'm taking this as a sign to give up.
Thanks again, NovelaMaven. It's always such a pleasure to read your work.
Such a funny recap! Thank You!!
So I'm guessing Ale won't be back in Agua Azul until Montse and JL are definitely back on. Otherwise where is the drama? Which means that Montse should be falling into his arms soon. Unless Ruilli is on an extended vaca.
I'm still hoping Monica and JL will come together. Maybe once Montse is back with Ale and Josefina steals back Dim. I hope she comes back soon. Seven years is a long time to take to learn to love yourself.
So I'm guessing Ale won't be back in Agua Azul until Montse and JL are definitely back on. Otherwise where is the drama? Which means that Montse should be falling into his arms soon. Unless Ruilli is on an extended vaca.
I'm still hoping Monica and JL will come together. Maybe once Montse is back with Ale and Josefina steals back Dim. I hope she comes back soon. Seven years is a long time to take to learn to love yourself.
When Angelica pleaded Fabiola to be together with JL i got my hopes up that she would have an psychological transformation after she learns who her parents are and then the reformed Fab would be with JL in the end..But after seeing her cruelly banishing Monse and her family from the beach house i just dont know..
Also I was annoyed with JL saying he tasted happiness once, implying that it was with Montserrat. I'm choosing to interpret that as "when he was in love", rather than specifically with Montse, seeing as how he claimed to love Angelica and they certainly had happy moments.
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 11:06:00 AM EDT
: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 11:06:00 AM EDT
Thanks so much, NovelaMaven! Excellent retelling. I missed the show last night, but glad I missed Refugio acting a fool with Monica and JL showing his bitter obsessive streak.
JL once again positioning his impetus for wooing Monse as him taking back what Ale stole from him, once again makes me feel like Ale is the person who’s important to him. Not Monse. Monse is just an object. Ale is the real focus of his intentions, it seems.
JL once again positioning his impetus for wooing Monse as him taking back what Ale stole from him, once again makes me feel like Ale is the person who’s important to him. Not Monse. Monse is just an object. Ale is the real focus of his intentions, it seems.
Thanks for the recap NM. I really do like JL, but I am so tired of this drawn-out story line with Montse. As others have said, Dimi and Fina are far more interesting and I hope they bring her back soon.
I cannot believe EZ actually killed the priest, he is a beast!! I am hoping that at the end of the story they discover that Benjamin got his riches from drugs and that the state confiscates all his property, including property now held by Fabs and Pedro.
Yola
I cannot believe EZ actually killed the priest, he is a beast!! I am hoping that at the end of the story they discover that Benjamin got his riches from drugs and that the state confiscates all his property, including property now held by Fabs and Pedro.
Yola
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 11:59:00 AM EDT
: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 11:59:00 AM EDT
But if the state takes all the property ,wont Ale lose the property as well?If he plans to regain it ,that will make things only harder.
Thanks, guys, for your thoughtful and generous comments today. And thanks especially to the anonymous commenter who further clarified the use of the nicknames "Chayo" and "Chela." (It's the same kind of thing that Pedro does when he insists on calling Adolfo "Fofito.")
I've been thinking about Amelia and Pedro. Why did she tell Pedro the secret about Fabiola's birth? Does she really trust him that much? Or do we think she had an ulterior motive? Was she trying to 'out' Graciela without actually mentioning her name?
The little kiss? the caress on the cheek? Has Amelia come to care for Pedro?
About JL --
It is so disturbing that he continues to think of Montserrat as chattel. He once owned her, Alejandro stole her, now he is planning to possess her again. Part of it, as Vivi says, is about besting Alejandro. But I think HAVING Montserrat has become the goal, in and of itself.
(Maybe at some point JL will realize that the only woman he ever loved was Angélica.)
I've been thinking about Amelia and Pedro. Why did she tell Pedro the secret about Fabiola's birth? Does she really trust him that much? Or do we think she had an ulterior motive? Was she trying to 'out' Graciela without actually mentioning her name?
The little kiss? the caress on the cheek? Has Amelia come to care for Pedro?
About JL --
It is so disturbing that he continues to think of Montserrat as chattel. He once owned her, Alejandro stole her, now he is planning to possess her again. Part of it, as Vivi says, is about besting Alejandro. But I think HAVING Montserrat has become the goal, in and of itself.
(Maybe at some point JL will realize that the only woman he ever loved was Angélica.)
I don't think Ale would care that much. He'd work to provide for himself and family.
Speaking of, is JL planning to do anything with his life? He's rich but I have a hard time believing that someone like him, who has always worked, is just going to sit around now. He should start a business or something.
It still bothers me that people in this novela don't do anything. Except for Montse having the bakery now, but hell if we'll ever see her actually working.
Speaking of, is JL planning to do anything with his life? He's rich but I have a hard time believing that someone like him, who has always worked, is just going to sit around now. He should start a business or something.
It still bothers me that people in this novela don't do anything. Except for Montse having the bakery now, but hell if we'll ever see her actually working.
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 12:32:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 12:32:00 PM EDT
Those that think that Fina has a chance with Dimi compared to Monica need to wake up and smell the coffee.
Fina is a nice lady with a touch of class, but Monica is is in another league; she's just too much woman.
I remember that moon shot that Monica gave Dimi at JL's release party. That was a little too much junk in the trunk fro me but I see Dimi falling hard for her.
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 12:33:00 PM EDT
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Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 12:40:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 12:40:00 PM EDT
Novela: Thanks so much for the recap. I’m not able to watch complete eps at the moment, so it’s a big help.
UA: Thanks for your recap. I’m selfishly glad the noir style means you have to include lots of dialogue.
It’s subjective, I know, but I don’t think Monica is all that attractive and I don’t see any chemistry with Demetrio.
Looking forward to Fina’s return. Hoping to see Vic, Nadia, and Little Vicki, too.
I’m actually curious to see Maria. Did she get help and will now be one of the Scoobies? Did she sink further into madness? Or did she just stay her creepy self?
Nanette
UA: Thanks for your recap. I’m selfishly glad the noir style means you have to include lots of dialogue.
It’s subjective, I know, but I don’t think Monica is all that attractive and I don’t see any chemistry with Demetrio.
Looking forward to Fina’s return. Hoping to see Vic, Nadia, and Little Vicki, too.
I’m actually curious to see Maria. Did she get help and will now be one of the Scoobies? Did she sink further into madness? Or did she just stay her creepy self?
Nanette
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 12:40:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 12:40:00 PM EDT
Novela Maven, what a wonderful recap-- as always.
ITA with all who are lining up to slap Refugio upside the head. Although as soon as he figures out who she's interested (and why do I think this will be in some ridiculously overt way that will not only get him slapped by the hotty captain but also get him in trouble with Esme) I think he will get his own figurative slap.
One thing I don't get at ALL is why on earth JL would be paying off Graciela? Everyone knows she wants one thing and one thing only: ka-ching! And now he's loaded. She's gonna help him whether he wants it or not! Of course as the great Shel Silverstein said "Some kind of help is the kind of help that helpings all about, and some kind of help is the kind of help, we all can do without!"
I think it very likely that Montse falls back with JL simply because it seems to be the way of the TN. However, I wonder, who's going to be interrupted at the alter? Dim and Moni, or JL and Montse?
Thanks again for a great recap!
Becky
ITA with all who are lining up to slap Refugio upside the head. Although as soon as he figures out who she's interested (and why do I think this will be in some ridiculously overt way that will not only get him slapped by the hotty captain but also get him in trouble with Esme) I think he will get his own figurative slap.
One thing I don't get at ALL is why on earth JL would be paying off Graciela? Everyone knows she wants one thing and one thing only: ka-ching! And now he's loaded. She's gonna help him whether he wants it or not! Of course as the great Shel Silverstein said "Some kind of help is the kind of help that helpings all about, and some kind of help is the kind of help, we all can do without!"
I think it very likely that Montse falls back with JL simply because it seems to be the way of the TN. However, I wonder, who's going to be interrupted at the alter? Dim and Moni, or JL and Montse?
Thanks again for a great recap!
Becky
Hello all.
Quickly commenting to say I googled Chayo Chela during the show last night. Came across this website - http://m.brighthubeducation.com/learning-spanish/61499-spanish-and-mexican-cultural-nicknames/. I learned that the Mexican nickname for Jose is Pepe. I think I will call Jose Luis Pepe Lee Pew from now on since his plan to get Montserrat back stinks.
Caryn
Quickly commenting to say I googled Chayo Chela during the show last night. Came across this website - http://m.brighthubeducation.com/learning-spanish/61499-spanish-and-mexican-cultural-nicknames/. I learned that the Mexican nickname for Jose is Pepe. I think I will call Jose Luis Pepe Lee Pew from now on since his plan to get Montserrat back stinks.
Caryn
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 12:44:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 12:44:00 PM EDT
NovelaMaven - I feel so spoiled getting this rich telling of the story. Love "magic spell" and "Chinese food."
I'm taking my place in line to slap Refugio silly. His one saving grace, two actually, has been his loyalty to and protectiveness of those he loves. But when Esme is vulnerable and needs him most, he's letting her down. I hope she kicks him to the curb.
Fabiola's seduction attempt was embarrassingly bad. I'm no expert, but maybe she should've gotten JL drunk first. I loved JL's flat-out no me interesa.
The 19-year-old living under her mom's thumb that JL sees in his eye > mind is now a mother, a widow, and runs her own business. I can't see her saying te amo to him ever again. My guess is the most Monse will offer will be friendship.
I know I'm alone here, but Amelia and Pedro look good together. Seeing them walk side by side last night was the first time Pedro hasn't made me cringe in this TN.
Can't wait to see a faceoff between "I'm all that" Monica and a confident Fina.
I'm taking my place in line to slap Refugio silly. His one saving grace, two actually, has been his loyalty to and protectiveness of those he loves. But when Esme is vulnerable and needs him most, he's letting her down. I hope she kicks him to the curb.
Fabiola's seduction attempt was embarrassingly bad. I'm no expert, but maybe she should've gotten JL drunk first. I loved JL's flat-out no me interesa.
The 19-year-old living under her mom's thumb that JL sees in his eye > mind is now a mother, a widow, and runs her own business. I can't see her saying te amo to him ever again. My guess is the most Monse will offer will be friendship.
I know I'm alone here, but Amelia and Pedro look good together. Seeing them walk side by side last night was the first time Pedro hasn't made me cringe in this TN.
Can't wait to see a faceoff between "I'm all that" Monica and a confident Fina.
I meant to write Pepe Le Pew - darn auto correct!
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 12:50:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 12:50:00 PM EDT
Becky, I love the Shel Silverstein quote! Thanks!
Caryn, Pepe le Pew is inspired! And thanks for the cool link.
"Can't wait to see a faceoff between "I'm all that" Monica and a confident Fina."
Bwahahaha! I'm looking forward to that one myself, Niecie!
Nanette, you pose some interesting questions about María: "Did she get help and will now be one of the Scoobies? Did she sink further into madness? Or did she just stay her creepy self?"
Demetrios, I agree with Anon 12:32 -- If the state seized all the Almonte property, I don't think it would break Alejandro's heart.
Susanlynn, yes! ""Thanks...but no thanks. Snap."
So funny. (If it were any woman other than Fabiola, you'd be cringing in embarrassment for her.)
Caryn, Pepe le Pew is inspired! And thanks for the cool link.
"Can't wait to see a faceoff between "I'm all that" Monica and a confident Fina."
Bwahahaha! I'm looking forward to that one myself, Niecie!
Nanette, you pose some interesting questions about María: "Did she get help and will now be one of the Scoobies? Did she sink further into madness? Or did she just stay her creepy self?"
Demetrios, I agree with Anon 12:32 -- If the state seized all the Almonte property, I don't think it would break Alejandro's heart.
Susanlynn, yes! ""Thanks...but no thanks. Snap."
So funny. (If it were any woman other than Fabiola, you'd be cringing in embarrassment for her.)
I'm beginning to think Gracie's satisfaction comes not so much in having money as it is in the machinations to get the money.
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 1:40:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 1:40:00 PM EDT
Caryn, I love that! He's Pepe Le Pew and Monse is Penelope, which is the name given to the black cat Pepe is always chasing. It's also the name of Odysseus' wife.
Yola, thanks for reminding us of what a beast EZ really is. We can't afford to start getting sentimental about the funny little man whose big gorgeous wife sweeps him off his feet.
Anon 11:06, good catch about JL saying he had only tasted love once (during his self-pity speech). An argument could be made that, in many ways, he has been an incredibly lucky SOB.
Carvivlie, I agree that Monica and JL would make a good match. They share a certain ruthlessness and obliviousness to what people around them are feeling.
Julia Rold -- reading signs into the vagaries of Blogger? Uh oh. :) And now we'll never know what you were going to say about JL! Dang!
Anon 9:41, as I said above, thanks for answering Emarie's question about the nicknames. And I agree that it would be nice to see Esme and Montse spending more time together as friends. It would be good for both women.
jarifa, I'm wondering about the murder charges too. Will those need to be resolved before Ale comes home? That's not going to be easy.
Diana, some very nice turns of phrase today, including:
"Not only does he see through her (and appears to recoil from her just as he does her mother) but he is now singularly focused on one person. Only.
...
"So now Pedro knows the truth about Fab. Well this bit of wreckage is sure to wash ashore now."
Urban, this was a nice observation:
"Interesting how the hacienda purchase price was dissipated in six months while Monserrat started a business and bought a house on the money the Navy returned to her."
Daisynjay:
"How come my cell phone starts acting up the minute my contract is almost up and Monse with a quick recharge can get a 7 year old cell to work. Beanie implosion time...but whatever."
hee hee. I wonder if the writers thought about the phone at all or just said, Hey, what the heck, who's gonna notice?
JudyB, I am so sorry for your computer woes but selfishly happy you were able to slip in your clever comments ("I can just imagine the über-intense look that poor dolt must have on his face.") in spite of your cyber stuggles.
Yeah, Emarie, the light bulb was an inspired touch. I decided to leave it out of the recap, but I'm glad you mentioned it. It was too good to leave alone. :)
La Paloma, as we both know, the only special vintage Fabiola cares about is a full-bodied Alvarez . As for the stuff she guzzles, it might as well be Thunderbird. :D
Anon 11:06, good catch about JL saying he had only tasted love once (during his self-pity speech). An argument could be made that, in many ways, he has been an incredibly lucky SOB.
Carvivlie, I agree that Monica and JL would make a good match. They share a certain ruthlessness and obliviousness to what people around them are feeling.
Julia Rold -- reading signs into the vagaries of Blogger? Uh oh. :) And now we'll never know what you were going to say about JL! Dang!
Anon 9:41, as I said above, thanks for answering Emarie's question about the nicknames. And I agree that it would be nice to see Esme and Montse spending more time together as friends. It would be good for both women.
jarifa, I'm wondering about the murder charges too. Will those need to be resolved before Ale comes home? That's not going to be easy.
Diana, some very nice turns of phrase today, including:
"Not only does he see through her (and appears to recoil from her just as he does her mother) but he is now singularly focused on one person. Only.
...
"So now Pedro knows the truth about Fab. Well this bit of wreckage is sure to wash ashore now."
Urban, this was a nice observation:
"Interesting how the hacienda purchase price was dissipated in six months while Monserrat started a business and bought a house on the money the Navy returned to her."
Daisynjay:
"How come my cell phone starts acting up the minute my contract is almost up and Monse with a quick recharge can get a 7 year old cell to work. Beanie implosion time...but whatever."
hee hee. I wonder if the writers thought about the phone at all or just said, Hey, what the heck, who's gonna notice?
JudyB, I am so sorry for your computer woes but selfishly happy you were able to slip in your clever comments ("I can just imagine the über-intense look that poor dolt must have on his face.") in spite of your cyber stuggles.
Yeah, Emarie, the light bulb was an inspired touch. I decided to leave it out of the recap, but I'm glad you mentioned it. It was too good to leave alone. :)
La Paloma, as we both know, the only special vintage Fabiola cares about is a full-bodied Alvarez . As for the stuff she guzzles, it might as well be Thunderbird. :D
NovelaMaven (computer still working after four reboots!)when I finally saw this episode, and those weird light bulbs on Alejandro's head, the total effect was like that of a crown, and I figured that's where your fairy tale/enchantment rather than coma image came from. (Sorry about that long, wandering sentence.) Certainly a very bizarre touch...perhaps Dr. Carlos will comment on this later.
Thank you, Novela Maven, as entertaining as always.
Am I the only one who thinks that Fabiola kind of made sense? I promise I wasn't drunk while watching. They're both bitter, they both think they deserve better than what they got (which is wrong, because Fabs doesn't deserve better anbd JL had the very best, which was Angelica).
I can totally see some hate sex in their future...
I found Montse looking at that video truly heart-breaking, it made me shed a tear.*
That nurse must be massaging Ale's chest, too, because when he wakes up from his come I bet his 6 pack will be intact.
I'm in agreement with everyone about Esmeralda. Refugio is a bastard!
I agree that Montse needs to think about romance again, but JL should not be the one. If for nothing else, then the fact that his obsession with her is getting very creepy. I agree with whoever said that this is becoming a game for him, one that he has to "win".
But would that make him happy? I don't think so, not with Alejandro's presence still so vivid in Montse's mind and with Laurito as a constant reminder.
Am I the only one who thinks that Fabiola kind of made sense? I promise I wasn't drunk while watching. They're both bitter, they both think they deserve better than what they got (which is wrong, because Fabs doesn't deserve better anbd JL had the very best, which was Angelica).
I can totally see some hate sex in their future...
I found Montse looking at that video truly heart-breaking, it made me shed a tear.*
That nurse must be massaging Ale's chest, too, because when he wakes up from his come I bet his 6 pack will be intact.
I'm in agreement with everyone about Esmeralda. Refugio is a bastard!
I agree that Montse needs to think about romance again, but JL should not be the one. If for nothing else, then the fact that his obsession with her is getting very creepy. I agree with whoever said that this is becoming a game for him, one that he has to "win".
But would that make him happy? I don't think so, not with Alejandro's presence still so vivid in Montse's mind and with Laurito as a constant reminder.
Demetrio, Montse and Al can open several branches of their café and live happily ever after. I just wonder what happened to the hacienda's employees who saw the hacienda as home and security.
Or maybe Maria will get a life and return with the original will so that Al can recover his inheritance.
I feel sorry for Adolfo whose weaknesses made him choose the easy way out, living on drug proceeds rather than making his own way as Fina suggested. Some can control their own life, others are controlled by the life they find themselves in.
Yola
Or maybe Maria will get a life and return with the original will so that Al can recover his inheritance.
I feel sorry for Adolfo whose weaknesses made him choose the easy way out, living on drug proceeds rather than making his own way as Fina suggested. Some can control their own life, others are controlled by the life they find themselves in.
Yola
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 2:04:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 2:04:00 PM EDT
Ugh i shudder at Maria returning,you do know Maria would happily give the will to Alejandro but only if he marries her:((
Adolfo does not like his job at all,from what it seems,he is doing it to get revenge for Nadias death.The solitude of Nadia ,Maria and Fina has turned him into a ruthless killer,just what EZ and Pedro both wanted so they could wash their hands clean.
Pedro always made me cringe,the only scene i liked him at was the bathtub scene ,that was some hilarious stuff.I also liked it when Maria and Pedro had their "final" dinner! Overall SS is a very very good actor,he enjoys making us cringe in his villian roles.
Adolfo does not like his job at all,from what it seems,he is doing it to get revenge for Nadias death.The solitude of Nadia ,Maria and Fina has turned him into a ruthless killer,just what EZ and Pedro both wanted so they could wash their hands clean.
Pedro always made me cringe,the only scene i liked him at was the bathtub scene ,that was some hilarious stuff.I also liked it when Maria and Pedro had their "final" dinner! Overall SS is a very very good actor,he enjoys making us cringe in his villian roles.
Back home again. I got soaked walking to my car. it has been pouring here all day.
Caryn..I kind of like Pepe LEE Pew. It makes me think of Jerry Lee Lewis.
Rebecca...Shel Silverstein....my girls lived his poems.
As for Malria, I think that she is too nasty to be redeemed, but in Amor Real, the housekeeper actually lived with and had sex with the galan, but she had a happy ending. I was not happy about that happy ending,
Caryn..I kind of like Pepe LEE Pew. It makes me think of Jerry Lee Lewis.
Rebecca...Shel Silverstein....my girls lived his poems.
As for Malria, I think that she is too nasty to be redeemed, but in Amor Real, the housekeeper actually lived with and had sex with the galan, but she had a happy ending. I was not happy about that happy ending,
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 2:44:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 2:44:00 PM EDT
Something subliminal urged me to get out a bottle of vino tinto and two copas and settle down to read the recap. Alas, my only companion (my Ding-Dong Dell) abstains from wine, although he has had coffee spewed over his keyboard from time to time (for this transgression he hiccups and goes dark).
NovelaM--Truer reportaje was never written. Excellent turns of phrases and needed translations.
Refugio, puleeze, you are looking for nookie in all the wrong places. Go Home!! What happened to his incredible jealousy where Esme is concerned. Doesn't he believe that what is good for the gander is good for the goose? He'd better watch it.
Meanwhile, Esme's pregnant personality has done a 180 going from an astute, direct-acting business woman to a poor-me shrinking violet. WE know she knows better, the writers should, too. They could create a little tension without changing her. She did seem to be having a little fun out of her shopping trip with JL.
Can't wait to find out how Ale got to Argentina and with whom, though I can guess. He looks like a research specimen, but his legs look lovely.
So, Amelia didn't keep her promise. Hmmm. I suspect Gracie's monthly checks from JL are going to go to Pedro to keep the lid on her story. OTOH, if she does try to keep it quiet, she's out a whole lot of moola. She's on the horns of a dilemma--her reputation as a socially acceptable (though outcast) matron vs. MONEY.
NovelaM--Truer reportaje was never written. Excellent turns of phrases and needed translations.
Refugio, puleeze, you are looking for nookie in all the wrong places. Go Home!! What happened to his incredible jealousy where Esme is concerned. Doesn't he believe that what is good for the gander is good for the goose? He'd better watch it.
Meanwhile, Esme's pregnant personality has done a 180 going from an astute, direct-acting business woman to a poor-me shrinking violet. WE know she knows better, the writers should, too. They could create a little tension without changing her. She did seem to be having a little fun out of her shopping trip with JL.
Can't wait to find out how Ale got to Argentina and with whom, though I can guess. He looks like a research specimen, but his legs look lovely.
So, Amelia didn't keep her promise. Hmmm. I suspect Gracie's monthly checks from JL are going to go to Pedro to keep the lid on her story. OTOH, if she does try to keep it quiet, she's out a whole lot of moola. She's on the horns of a dilemma--her reputation as a socially acceptable (though outcast) matron vs. MONEY.
Thank you Vivi!! Your take on JL is exactly my issue. And also NM, referring to Monse as chattel for him. I feel like once again, she's just something to be "won" like a prize in this one-up-man ship between the two "galans". And yes, I agree with the fact he has no clue how she has changed in years...he's just determined to get her back because he earned it by sitting in jail (his idea, though Ale was wrong to buy into it) or the fact he lost before. I look back at me at that age and how much you go through in seven years period, let alone what a woman widowed and having to make a living for herself and her son would go thru.
I almost get angry seeing JL moon over that picture of Angie. Or when he makes it sound to others like "well, she was great, but I didn't love her" like she was some sort of booby prize cause Ale came in first. Just NO! And if he starts with the overpowering jealousy like Ale had, I don't want Monse within 100 yards of him. But of course, that won't happen. I think she'll know that it's not the same, JL isn't her true love, but she's going to get back with him because she feels she owes him, badgering by family and thinking what she had before might come back again. He better damn well be good to that little boy, that at least I think he can do.
Oh, Niecie, may the writers be with you. They can park the JL/Monse/Ale triangle for me for days so we can just savor a MocaFina showdown! (Lord that sounds like a Starbucks offering.) Maybe we'll see Monica's true colors if she feels her rival is going to mess up her plans. Still wonder where that leaves Refugio? No spoiler, but I could see those two hooking up because she sees Dim all into the new and improved Fina and Refugio, well, just being a dumbass who doesn't deserve his wife.
Daisynjay
I almost get angry seeing JL moon over that picture of Angie. Or when he makes it sound to others like "well, she was great, but I didn't love her" like she was some sort of booby prize cause Ale came in first. Just NO! And if he starts with the overpowering jealousy like Ale had, I don't want Monse within 100 yards of him. But of course, that won't happen. I think she'll know that it's not the same, JL isn't her true love, but she's going to get back with him because she feels she owes him, badgering by family and thinking what she had before might come back again. He better damn well be good to that little boy, that at least I think he can do.
Oh, Niecie, may the writers be with you. They can park the JL/Monse/Ale triangle for me for days so we can just savor a MocaFina showdown! (Lord that sounds like a Starbucks offering.) Maybe we'll see Monica's true colors if she feels her rival is going to mess up her plans. Still wonder where that leaves Refugio? No spoiler, but I could see those two hooking up because she sees Dim all into the new and improved Fina and Refugio, well, just being a dumbass who doesn't deserve his wife.
Daisynjay
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 2:55:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 2:55:00 PM EDT
NV..
"Well, Oxnard Huero, I guess we know who you'll be asking to the prom"
Si, Monica sin duda. Cual es su numero?
Fina puede servir como chofer.
"Well, Oxnard Huero, I guess we know who you'll be asking to the prom"
Si, Monica sin duda. Cual es su numero?
Fina puede servir como chofer.
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 3:02:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 3:02:00 PM EDT
OT: I just now got around to seeing the J Lo SNL TN spoof. I was laughing so hard, I had lagrimas in my eyes. At Work.
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 3:35:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 3:35:00 PM EDT
Thanks for your lovely recap NM. Bitter was sure a strong theme in last night's episode. I still am concerned about a bad replay of events w/JL giving money to Gracie and acting like a jerk again w/Montse; well said Vivi, well said.
And speaking of jerks, Refugio. And ITA w/the person who said the writers are completely changing Esme's personality in annoying ways. Basta.
And speaking of jerks, Refugio. And ITA w/the person who said the writers are completely changing Esme's personality in annoying ways. Basta.
JudyB, while I always enjoy and appreciate Dr. Carlos's assessment of telenovelaCare, I choose not to parse the medical stuff too closely. Ditto for anything legal or governmental -- we know they're just making it up as they go along.
Having said that, I find myself still frequently getting sucker-punched by the emotional impact of a well-written scene that is well-played and hits me/us where it hurts. Ah, the power of telenovelas.
Adriana, I think you're right that Fabiola and JL have a lot in common. But it may be just because she is so much like him -- she reflects a truth about himself that he doesn't want to acknowledge -- that he finds her repugnant. (Or maybe it's just because she is, well, repugnant.)
I also agree that even if JL managed to "win" Montse back, he would make himself miserable by always questioning how he compared to the ghost of Alejandro.
Anita, I had to read your second sentence a couple of times before I caught on. (I had it in my head that Ding-Dong Dell was a cat cum literary critic, like EJ's Manu.
As for Graciela -- WHAT reputation?
Daisynjay, you got me giggling with this:
"Oh, Niecie, may the writers be with you. They can park the JL/Monse/Ale triangle for me for days so we can just savor a MocaFina showdown! (Lord that sounds like a Starbucks offering.)"
But it seems to me that Monica has shown her true colors several times. That's why she's so popular here. (Don't let OH read this part, ok?)
Karen, About the jerks -- total agreement. About Esme -- a little less. Pregnancy does strange and wonderful things to a person. Tears and self-doubt in an otherwise bright and confident woman don't seem like all that much of a stretch to me. But who knows? I'll have to pay closer attention.
Having said that, I find myself still frequently getting sucker-punched by the emotional impact of a well-written scene that is well-played and hits me/us where it hurts. Ah, the power of telenovelas.
Adriana, I think you're right that Fabiola and JL have a lot in common. But it may be just because she is so much like him -- she reflects a truth about himself that he doesn't want to acknowledge -- that he finds her repugnant. (Or maybe it's just because she is, well, repugnant.)
I also agree that even if JL managed to "win" Montse back, he would make himself miserable by always questioning how he compared to the ghost of Alejandro.
Anita, I had to read your second sentence a couple of times before I caught on. (I had it in my head that Ding-Dong Dell was a cat cum literary critic, like EJ's Manu.
As for Graciela -- WHAT reputation?
Daisynjay, you got me giggling with this:
"Oh, Niecie, may the writers be with you. They can park the JL/Monse/Ale triangle for me for days so we can just savor a MocaFina showdown! (Lord that sounds like a Starbucks offering.)"
But it seems to me that Monica has shown her true colors several times. That's why she's so popular here. (Don't let OH read this part, ok?)
Karen, About the jerks -- total agreement. About Esme -- a little less. Pregnancy does strange and wonderful things to a person. Tears and self-doubt in an otherwise bright and confident woman don't seem like all that much of a stretch to me. But who knows? I'll have to pay closer attention.
Novela: I'm with you in regrads to Esme. Hormones. I've also commented before that she made her living with her body and it's got to bother her that she doesn't have the pole dancer body anymore. Plus, it sounds like Ref is not treating her like a sexy mama-to-be. Poor Esme.
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 4:44:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 4:44:00 PM EDT
Regarding Esme's pregnant personality...hells yes. I remember channeling another self during all three of my pregnancjes...and they were three different personalities. Therefore, I can buy Esme's change of demeanor, especially due to her former job description which relied on her ability to swing her smoking hot bod around a pole all night.
I would like to see Mony be a little more proactive in the sweet shoppe. I would enjoy seeing her I wearing a tiny, frilly 50s style apron and putting sprinkles on the cupcakes.
I would like to see Mony be a little more proactive in the sweet shoppe. I would enjoy seeing her I wearing a tiny, frilly 50s style apron and putting sprinkles on the cupcakes.
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 4:44:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 4:44:00 PM EDT
Nanette...we had the same thought.
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 4:46:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 4:46:00 PM EDT
Novela Maven, just got through with your excellent recap and everyone's great comments. Some of my favorite lines were already mentioned, but "Alejandro is not in a coma -- he is under a magical spell." really stood out for me. He's like Sleeping Beauty, hasn't aged a bit in the seven years that have passed. Hopefully we can get more than just a glimpse of the going ons in Argentina and how he got there. I'm ingtrigued!
And to go along with the Sleeping Prince: "Monterrat connects the phone to her charger...
Forget seven-year-old phones and chargers. It's a fairytale!" was great. I guess technology comes late into Aguazul, iphone's that work after 7 years and a Tundra that does not get updated.
Although we all guessed the triangle would be back, I'm not enthusiastic about it at all. I agree with the person that said that Montse should be able to move on after 7 years, just not with JL. She may feel guilty for the time she spent in jail for Ale feel she needs to reciprocate his affections because of that.
Daisynjay, I'm with you on wanting to see that "MocaFina showdown!" and I'm right behind whoever is the last person in line to slap some sense into Refugio!
Maricruz
And to go along with the Sleeping Prince: "Monterrat connects the phone to her charger...
Forget seven-year-old phones and chargers. It's a fairytale!" was great. I guess technology comes late into Aguazul, iphone's that work after 7 years and a Tundra that does not get updated.
Although we all guessed the triangle would be back, I'm not enthusiastic about it at all. I agree with the person that said that Montse should be able to move on after 7 years, just not with JL. She may feel guilty for the time she spent in jail for Ale feel she needs to reciprocate his affections because of that.
Daisynjay, I'm with you on wanting to see that "MocaFina showdown!" and I'm right behind whoever is the last person in line to slap some sense into Refugio!
Maricruz
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 5:06:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 5:06:00 PM EDT
My Dear NovelaMaven,
Thank you so much for the excellent recap. Great as always.
I could not believe Refu last night. What is his problem. He seemed to like the fact that Monica supposedly is falling for him. Que!? Then the sniffing of the hair. If he has fallen for Monica and no longer loves Esme, then he needs to be honest with both women, and himself. NEXT!
ITA with those who think that JL is thinking of Montse as a prize. He hasn't even once mentioned Laurito. He can't forget that Montse is a mother now. Not to mention that he is Laurito's Godfather. JL is seeming kind of selfish, and I don't like seeing this side of him. I don't hate the guy, but I think Angie was right, JL and Montse would not be happy together in the long run. I do see Montse getting back with JL, but as someone already mentioned, she is going to do it out of guilt and family pressure. She already feels horrible for thinking badly if JL. My guess, no spoiler here, is Montse will accept JL back in her life just as Ale is making a recovery. The problem here is that Ale thinks Montse is dead. Maybe he'll find out the truth when he comes looking for his son and mother. Out of time. Thanks again NovelaMaven!
Back to work...hasta pronto!
Thank you so much for the excellent recap. Great as always.
I could not believe Refu last night. What is his problem. He seemed to like the fact that Monica supposedly is falling for him. Que!? Then the sniffing of the hair. If he has fallen for Monica and no longer loves Esme, then he needs to be honest with both women, and himself. NEXT!
ITA with those who think that JL is thinking of Montse as a prize. He hasn't even once mentioned Laurito. He can't forget that Montse is a mother now. Not to mention that he is Laurito's Godfather. JL is seeming kind of selfish, and I don't like seeing this side of him. I don't hate the guy, but I think Angie was right, JL and Montse would not be happy together in the long run. I do see Montse getting back with JL, but as someone already mentioned, she is going to do it out of guilt and family pressure. She already feels horrible for thinking badly if JL. My guess, no spoiler here, is Montse will accept JL back in her life just as Ale is making a recovery. The problem here is that Ale thinks Montse is dead. Maybe he'll find out the truth when he comes looking for his son and mother. Out of time. Thanks again NovelaMaven!
Back to work...hasta pronto!
Maricruz and AuntyAnn, Wouldn't it be great if Montse stood her ground? If she accepted JL as a friend and as her son's godfather, but nothing more?
(okay, okay, I'm not holding my breath either).
AuntyAnn, thank you for reminding us that Ale probably thinks Montserrat is dead. That will keep us spinning our wheels for a few dozen episodes, huh?
Nanette and Susanlynn, I see we are on the same wave length about pregnancy hormones. (For some reason, I just noticed that HORMONE is a perfect anagram for HE MORON. Hmmm.)
And Vivi, speaking of HE MORON --
"Refugio is suffering from the 7 year itch." Ha!
(okay, okay, I'm not holding my breath either).
AuntyAnn, thank you for reminding us that Ale probably thinks Montserrat is dead. That will keep us spinning our wheels for a few dozen episodes, huh?
Nanette and Susanlynn, I see we are on the same wave length about pregnancy hormones. (For some reason, I just noticed that HORMONE is a perfect anagram for HE MORON. Hmmm.)
And Vivi, speaking of HE MORON --
"Refugio is suffering from the 7 year itch." Ha!
My Dear Novela Maven:
What a brilliant recap.
I could quote so many lines that have already been mentioned but I want to emphasize this one:
"Alejandro is not in a coma -- he is under a magical spell."
Wow. Thinking about our little prince in a Jungian way, that comment is profound.
Of course Alejandro is under Don Benjamin spell. He is Alejandro's fraught bad fairy-god-father, a demon with dark and perverse thoughts and deeds who punctuated his behavior with rare and confounding acts of humanity; such as recognizing Ale as his son and heir at the last minute, and paying for Fabiola's care.
Who can release Sleeping Male Beauty from his long sleep?
Why, Montserrat, of course, just as she is about to move on with her life.
Thanks so much, NM, for translating all of the dialog for us. There were some important plot points clarified last night.
I have one final question before I must go and engage in the Great Downsizing Project and Move to Shady Acres. (Shady Acres is my son's joke name for downsizing into a smaller so that we can age (die) in place. We are not actually moving to a 55+ community. In fact, we do not have final confirmation of where we will move. Still keeping ourfingers and toes crossed.
It looks like we will have to move the last week of May. Ay yi yi, Patio. Please forgive my rare personal appearances for a month or so and keep sending those good vibes my way. All prayers and kind thoughts are kindly appreciated.
OK, back to the important stuff——Why does Monica have only two friends in Aguazul, both of them men, after seven years in town? Surely she might have gotten off the base once in a while and made a couple of non-military friends.
I have lived in other countries and eventually one does make friends with local folks.
Que que? Do we still suspect her of being a bad guy?
Thanks again, Maven, for a great recap. Best to All,
Elna June
What a brilliant recap.
I could quote so many lines that have already been mentioned but I want to emphasize this one:
"Alejandro is not in a coma -- he is under a magical spell."
Wow. Thinking about our little prince in a Jungian way, that comment is profound.
Of course Alejandro is under Don Benjamin spell. He is Alejandro's fraught bad fairy-god-father, a demon with dark and perverse thoughts and deeds who punctuated his behavior with rare and confounding acts of humanity; such as recognizing Ale as his son and heir at the last minute, and paying for Fabiola's care.
Who can release Sleeping Male Beauty from his long sleep?
Why, Montserrat, of course, just as she is about to move on with her life.
Thanks so much, NM, for translating all of the dialog for us. There were some important plot points clarified last night.
I have one final question before I must go and engage in the Great Downsizing Project and Move to Shady Acres. (Shady Acres is my son's joke name for downsizing into a smaller so that we can age (die) in place. We are not actually moving to a 55+ community. In fact, we do not have final confirmation of where we will move. Still keeping ourfingers and toes crossed.
It looks like we will have to move the last week of May. Ay yi yi, Patio. Please forgive my rare personal appearances for a month or so and keep sending those good vibes my way. All prayers and kind thoughts are kindly appreciated.
OK, back to the important stuff——Why does Monica have only two friends in Aguazul, both of them men, after seven years in town? Surely she might have gotten off the base once in a while and made a couple of non-military friends.
I have lived in other countries and eventually one does make friends with local folks.
Que que? Do we still suspect her of being a bad guy?
Thanks again, Maven, for a great recap. Best to All,
Elna June
"Silky, lively, intense, penetrating".....ah..that Fabulush is such a sweet talker. ...and soooo horny.
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 5:53:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 5:53:00 PM EDT
Novela Maven...your anagram HE MORON...I am pretty sure that I yelled that out at Hub during at least one of my pregnancies..maybe two..perhaps all three and.... definitely during each labor and delivery.
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 5:57:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 5:57:00 PM EDT
Maricruz: "Hopefully we can get more than just a glimpse of the going ons in Argentina and how he got there. I'm ingtrigued!"--Me, too!
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 5:59:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 5:59:00 PM EDT
Damas, Monica has no interest in Refugio. None!
She tipped her hand (so to speak) when she showed Dimwattage her ample derriere at JL's "coming out" party.
Refoolio anda confundido, as is his wont.
And like I keep saying, Fina does not have a chance in Hades to compete with Monica, no matter how confident or made over she is after 7 years.
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 6:05:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 6:05:00 PM EDT
Elna June..I think of you daily , and I am sending out good vibrations to the west ))))))). My best friend has finally let her husband talk her into selling their home and moving into an apartment. They have looked at several places, and they are now trying to make a decision. Next, she will have to start selling or giving away or packing up things . Just the thought of moving gives me a headache. Please know that I am thinking of you and hoping for a smooth move and an easy transition, dear EJ.
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 6:06:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 6:06:00 PM EDT
Dear Elna June:
Please let me know when you are settled in at Shady Acres so I can send you a bag of fresh cheese curds and a sure-fire recipe for deep-frying them.
For now, I'm tickled that you snuck away from the misery of the move to hang out on The Patio, even if only briefly. I do love the Jungian expansion of the spell under which our prince lies sleeping.
Thank you, dear friend.
Please let me know when you are settled in at Shady Acres so I can send you a bag of fresh cheese curds and a sure-fire recipe for deep-frying them.
For now, I'm tickled that you snuck away from the misery of the move to hang out on The Patio, even if only briefly. I do love the Jungian expansion of the spell under which our prince lies sleeping.
Thank you, dear friend.
Thanks for yet another marvelously entertaining and informative recap NovelaMaven. Brilliant.
Sorry to be arriving late. Actually I just finished watching this episode a short while ago.
I've never been much of a JL fan and last night he seemed particularly dark and sinister. His obsession with Montserrat is creepy and frightening. I can see him wanting to renew his relationship with her, but it's been at least seven years since he's even seen her. To be already murmuring to himself as well as others about his plan to recover what was rightfully his, but stolen away, and to reconquer her is certainly premature if not just a little sick. Why not get to know her again, ask her on a date, meet his godson, show her his new tattoos... before making a deal to purchase her (save it... I saw the show and read the recap... tell it to Montse when she sees the check) from Graciela?
OK, I'm starting to fall for Fabs... maybe she reminds me of some of the tipsy girls I used to hang out with when I was younger. That carefree devil-may-care hairstyle is especially attractive. Sorry, I think Monica is very beautiful... but no...
As for Alejandro's head-monitor electrodes (light display?)... I've never seen such as that. Strange.
Carlos
Sorry to be arriving late. Actually I just finished watching this episode a short while ago.
I've never been much of a JL fan and last night he seemed particularly dark and sinister. His obsession with Montserrat is creepy and frightening. I can see him wanting to renew his relationship with her, but it's been at least seven years since he's even seen her. To be already murmuring to himself as well as others about his plan to recover what was rightfully his, but stolen away, and to reconquer her is certainly premature if not just a little sick. Why not get to know her again, ask her on a date, meet his godson, show her his new tattoos... before making a deal to purchase her (save it... I saw the show and read the recap... tell it to Montse when she sees the check) from Graciela?
OK, I'm starting to fall for Fabs... maybe she reminds me of some of the tipsy girls I used to hang out with when I was younger. That carefree devil-may-care hairstyle is especially attractive. Sorry, I think Monica is very beautiful... but no...
As for Alejandro's head-monitor electrodes (light display?)... I've never seen such as that. Strange.
Carlos
Elna June, I was struggling trying to compose my comment when you commented. Your sense of humor about your move to Shady Acres is refreshing and makes me smile. Beat wishes again and good luck!
Carlos
Carlos
Ay Carlos, so funny:
"Why not get to know her again, ask her on a date, meet his godson, show her his new tattoos... "
As for Fabiola, I'm rather glad you're in her corner. She's going to be facing some hard times very soon and she'll be needing a friend. Why not the Patron Saint of Lost Women and Miscellaneous Bad Girls?
Dear OH,
Oh yes, it's clear that Monica isn't interested in Refugio. And Refugio's fantasies would be strictly his own business -- if they weren't affecting the way he treats the woman who loves him.
"Why not get to know her again, ask her on a date, meet his godson, show her his new tattoos... "
As for Fabiola, I'm rather glad you're in her corner. She's going to be facing some hard times very soon and she'll be needing a friend. Why not the Patron Saint of Lost Women and Miscellaneous Bad Girls?
Dear OH,
Oh yes, it's clear that Monica isn't interested in Refugio. And Refugio's fantasies would be strictly his own business -- if they weren't affecting the way he treats the woman who loves him.
Considering how Monica talked to Esme, I'm not surprised at lack of female friends, but yes, after seven years it's 100% absurd that she doesn't have any friends. The only reason is because that would mean the characters in this novela would have actual lives instead of people existing only for the sake of being victimized by the plot.
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 6:42:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 6:42:00 PM EDT
Slightly OT, but I have a friend who has lived in the same place for almost 10 years and has no friends there. It's all about the small-town mentality of the place and its inability to accept "outsiders."
Monica isn't a local girl and it sounds like there aren't a lot of other females at that base. That makes her Odd Girl Out. Shame, too, because other women can learn from her self-confidence.
Monica isn't a local girl and it sounds like there aren't a lot of other females at that base. That makes her Odd Girl Out. Shame, too, because other women can learn from her self-confidence.
UA,
"Shame, too, because other women can learn from her self-confidence."
Sorry, but in that scene the other day when she was talking with Esme and suggesting that Esme get off her fat pregnant butt and get more exercise, it didn't sound to me that she was trying to instill self-confidence or make friends.
Carlos
"Shame, too, because other women can learn from her self-confidence."
Sorry, but in that scene the other day when she was talking with Esme and suggesting that Esme get off her fat pregnant butt and get more exercise, it didn't sound to me that she was trying to instill self-confidence or make friends.
Carlos
I think she holds Esmeralda's profession against her. I doubt she would behave the same toward Monserrat, who is/was the daughter of a admiral and the sister of a fellow officer.
Having a great time reading the comments.
Way to go Caryn! Pepe le Pew! "My little chickadee, she play hard to get, no?" Yes, JL fits the part.
SusanLynn-so funny your comment about Amor Real, "the housekeeper actually lived with and had sex with the galan, but she had a happy ending. I was not happy about that happy ending..."
Oxnard Huero-it's refreshing having a guy's opinion, but I though Monica had too much cargo in the caboose for you, or did I misunderstand?
Carlos-I'm sure those lights on Ale's head are a TN original. I'm dying to see a scene where very slowly a light or two starts flickering-showing he's coming out of his coma.
Now if you put that contraption on Refugio's head the lights won't be coming on at all I predict.
Way to go Caryn! Pepe le Pew! "My little chickadee, she play hard to get, no?" Yes, JL fits the part.
SusanLynn-so funny your comment about Amor Real, "the housekeeper actually lived with and had sex with the galan, but she had a happy ending. I was not happy about that happy ending..."
Oxnard Huero-it's refreshing having a guy's opinion, but I though Monica had too much cargo in the caboose for you, or did I misunderstand?
Carlos-I'm sure those lights on Ale's head are a TN original. I'm dying to see a scene where very slowly a light or two starts flickering-showing he's coming out of his coma.
Now if you put that contraption on Refugio's head the lights won't be coming on at all I predict.
"Now if you put that contraption on Refugio's head the lights won't be coming on at all I predict"--too funny Emarie. Seems like the years have been kind to Refugio's appearance but not his brain cells.
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Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 8:45:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 8:45:00 PM EDT
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"Oxnard Huero-it's refreshing having a guy's opinion, but I though Monica had too much cargo in the caboose for you, or did I misunderstand?"
Let me make myself clear, Monica is drop-dead gorgeous. I don't like culos that big but I could and would work around it!
Fina is Fina. Maybe Dimmy will choose her ultimately; we will have to see.
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"Oxnard Huero-it's refreshing having a guy's opinion, but I though Monica had too much cargo in the caboose for you, or did I misunderstand?"
Let me make myself clear, Monica is drop-dead gorgeous. I don't like culos that big but I could and would work around it!
Fina is Fina. Maybe Dimmy will choose her ultimately; we will have to see.
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 9:42:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 9:42:00 PM EDT
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