Tuesday, August 26, 2014
De Que Te Quiero Te Quiero #164- Tuesday 8/26/14
De que se han olvidado del testamento (y otras cosas), se han olvidado
Soooo. Last DQTQTQ recap. Can't say as the show is going out on a high note and tonight's episode proves it, BUT I have really enjoyed the camaraderie and conversation! Thank you again, Kat for getting this started. And thanks to Karen and Vivi as well for jumping in when the marathons began! Thanks, too to all the folks who commented!!!!In the interest of full dislosure: I didn't take one stinkin' note and I didn't pay close attention. I've organized by "couples" (used loosely.)
Carmen and El
The get busy "reconciling", but a radio call from Cenudo breaks up their fun. Rod has robbed a drug store.
Karina and Alonso
Karina begs to help her get HOTscar back. They discuss how the baby daddy thing is going to work out with Oscar in the picture. Alonso wants it to be clear that HE is the father. Karina promises that the baby will know that Al is his dad and Oscar is her husband.
Nat and her Ego Part I
She sketches and dreams of Diego. She mopes about him not texting back.
Diego and the New Lawyer Part I
Diego wants to finish the divorce proceeding that were started before Alberto died. He makes an appointment with a lawyer.
Lupita, Carmen and El
Lupita is thrilled that Carmen and El are finally together.
Rod and his Neck
He's in a lot of pain. Even the drugs don't touch it. He goes to a clinic and they recommend x-rays. He may have a serious injury.
El and his Boss
Boss man tells him to take the day. He's been working hard on the Rod case. He heads home and drifts off to sleep thinking about reconciliation interruptus.
Nat and her Ego Part II
Diego comes to Irene's office for in for the materials list for Telerman. Nat pulls him aside to give him the info and grill him about Simona. Diego remains aloof and tells her it's his business not hers.
Alonso and Oscar
Oscar is a simple guy. He's not used to all this complicated buffoonery that is Al and Karina's "business deal." Luckily, Al convinces him that Karina really loves Oscar and doesn't want to lose him. Al swears that there is nothing between him and Karina. Oscar climbs on board the crazy train. Run, dude! Run!
El and Carmen, Again
They are going of to share some alone time. She is excited.
Nat and her Ego Part III
She hands Diego the sketch that she made of him. Now, correct me if I'm wrong...but she still has no idea if he is free or not.
El and Luz
She gives him an engagement ring to Carmen.
Nat and her Ego (Part IV) and Irene
Nat whines about Diego's indifference.
Rod and his Demons
He's still in pain. He sees Alberto who tells him to turn himself in. Ghost Alberto starts to choke Rod, but Rod shakes off the hallucination.
El and Carmen
El picks up Carmen so they can finish "reconciling."
Rod and Brat
Rod calls Brat for money. She wants a fourth of his fortune and to go with him to the Cayman Islands. he agrees. She is to call him when she has the money. After hanging up, she weighs her options. She pretty quickly decides against helping Rod since he got her in trouble last time. Staying with her father is the best option since he can offer her a pretty cushy life. Then again, if she helps capture Rod, she comes off looking like the hero. She decides to call El, but his phone is busy and when she calls his office he's not there.
Diego and his New Lawyer part II (Followed by Nat and her Ego Part V)
The lawyer informs him that the divorce was practically finished. They just need signatures and it should be done. Diego asks how long it should take. The lawyer thinks about 3 weeks. Diego calls Nat and asks if she can meet him at the address he's going to give her. She assumes he's wanting a reconciliation. She's over the moon.
Irene and Al
Al brings Irene a red rose. Vicente catches them smooching and plays the Grump. She needs to stop giving empty smooches. Is it serious or not? Al is pretty happy to see Grumps making the argument for commitment. Irene still asks for more time. Al acts aloof and she calls Al and Diego on "Operation Indifference." Irene and Grumps talk later. He talks about how in his day one didn't run around kissing people all willy nilly. They didn't go around asking their secretaries to destroy wills, either. Irene asks him nicely not to meddle and Vicent says he just wants her happy.
Karina and Oscar
Karina hears strange noises in her apartment. Instead of calling NueveUnoUno, she gets up to investigate. It's HOTscar with a guitar playing duo. They sing "Perdón". Karina does and she and Oscar are back together. Karina wants to know how Al explained things and Oscar said that when the baby is born is will belong to the three of them. (And I am always a sucker for a serenade scene.)
El and his Demons
So, was this supposed to be funny? From the time El picks up Carmen until they get in the hotel room, he keeps seeing Chato, El Italiano, Abdul and Paul everywhere. Meh. I didn't care. Though I did sort of laugh when all of them popped out from behind the pillows.
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Sara, thanks for your very thorough recap.
I also found the former lovers of Carmen so stupid and boring.
And I still don't think much of the Alonso/Irene relationship. Now the Karina/Alonso twosome is a trio. Poor baby.
How can Irene go along with such a setup.
Ann-NYC
I also found the former lovers of Carmen so stupid and boring.
And I still don't think much of the Alonso/Irene relationship. Now the Karina/Alonso twosome is a trio. Poor baby.
How can Irene go along with such a setup.
Ann-NYC
Permalink posted by 
: Tuesday, August 26, 2014 at 9:25:00 PM EDT
: Tuesday, August 26, 2014 at 9:25:00 PM EDT
Thanks for the recap Sara. I agree with Ann, the former lovers thing got old quick, I mean what was the point of that? Is El going crazy? I amazed that Irene want's Alonso to give her time to grieve yet she has no problem sticking her tongue down his throat every now and then. I'm late to the party so I have to ask, Was the Nat and Diego relationship this stupid for the entire season??? These two are like little high school kids, they might as well write "I like you, do you like me, yes or no" on the back of each other lunch tickets and leave it on each other's desk like we did in grade school. When they showed Nat gazing into the picture she drew of Diego and drifting back into her memories of him we were suppose to feel some sympathy for her but I felt none. I mean, I really didn't feel anything. No sadness, no nostalgia, nothing. I guess I'm suppose to be rooting for their reunification but I'm more interested in the other characters. I have to say I like the way Oscar carries himself, he seems like he got some spunk in him and would have no problem checking Alonso if need be.
Permalink posted by : Tuesday, August 26, 2014 at 9:34:00 PM EDT
: Tuesday, August 26, 2014 at 9:34:00 PM EDT
Thanks again Sara for another great recap the week, and for all your fabulous recaps, from back when this show was a delight, up to now when an extended storyline has made it tedious.
Well, at least since Rod is so busted up, there's no way he can impersonate Diego. :)
Well, at least since Rod is so busted up, there's no way he can impersonate Diego. :)
Wow! Grumps smiled! Even when he's being supportive he looks and sounds evil. Can you tell I'm watching this as I write my comments?
The writers have three more days to clear up the will issue.
I really don't get why Al can't let Irene mourn her husband in peace, and WAIT. It's not like he won't have plenty to do in the next few months with the arrival of his baby.
The writers have three more days to clear up the will issue.
I really don't get why Al can't let Irene mourn her husband in peace, and WAIT. It's not like he won't have plenty to do in the next few months with the arrival of his baby.
Gracias tanto, Sara! We'll always have the recaps :D
"Oscar is a simple guy.[...] Run, dude! Run!" And so far, it's just Karina, Al, Oscar, and the baby...wait till he finds out he'll also end up dealing with Irene and her whole family. I admit, I'm a sucker for a serenata too.
Not only did Nat not know if Diego is "free" or not...Mr. 5ft was wondering if Diego ever bothered to tell Simona that he's technically married. I'm pretty sure I would have remembered a conversation about his twin brother marrying Nat and using his name and not being able to turn his brother in for usurping his identity and having to accept that he's legally married to Nat even though he wasn't actually there or even conscious at the time. I mean, I know I tend to tune him out, but I think I would have remembered that.
"He talks about how in his day one didn't run around kissing people all willy nilly. They didn't go around asking their secretaries to destroy wills, either." Lol! I love how you slipped that in there!
Bryan, Nat and Diego's relationship has always been complicated. There was that one brief period between when he became a widower and when Rod took advantage of a well-timed car accident to leave him in a coma and take his place. Things were going smoothly right then, but other than that...hot mess! For most of the relationship, it's been about other people or circumstances getting in the way, but lately...it's all them! And the latest makeup/breakup was a new low.
"Oscar is a simple guy.[...] Run, dude! Run!" And so far, it's just Karina, Al, Oscar, and the baby...wait till he finds out he'll also end up dealing with Irene and her whole family. I admit, I'm a sucker for a serenata too.
Not only did Nat not know if Diego is "free" or not...Mr. 5ft was wondering if Diego ever bothered to tell Simona that he's technically married. I'm pretty sure I would have remembered a conversation about his twin brother marrying Nat and using his name and not being able to turn his brother in for usurping his identity and having to accept that he's legally married to Nat even though he wasn't actually there or even conscious at the time. I mean, I know I tend to tune him out, but I think I would have remembered that.
"He talks about how in his day one didn't run around kissing people all willy nilly. They didn't go around asking their secretaries to destroy wills, either." Lol! I love how you slipped that in there!
Bryan, Nat and Diego's relationship has always been complicated. There was that one brief period between when he became a widower and when Rod took advantage of a well-timed car accident to leave him in a coma and take his place. Things were going smoothly right then, but other than that...hot mess! For most of the relationship, it's been about other people or circumstances getting in the way, but lately...it's all them! And the latest makeup/breakup was a new low.
Kat- Well, he did tell Simona the sordid tale of his twin brother and the mess with Nat after the confusion about him kissing the older woman. But the camera cut away from the scene just as he began, so we really have no idea how much or what exactly he told her.
If he told her the whole thing and she didn't run screaming...add that to the "Reasons Simona Was Way Too Good For Diego" list!
Sara, I just love your recaps!
I cannot stand that weasel Alonso. I just can't stand him and I think he and Irene are the WORST match ever.
I am beyond bummed at how this is ending.
Fatima
A Broken Record
I cannot stand that weasel Alonso. I just can't stand him and I think he and Irene are the WORST match ever.
I am beyond bummed at how this is ending.
Fatima
A Broken Record
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 12:27:00 AM EDT
: Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 12:27:00 AM EDT
Thanks and congrats on your last recap. I will be glad with this crap is finished. Just reading the comments shows how it has turned into the novela from hell. There's just so much interest a sane human being can sustain hearing the same Nat/Diego, Carmen Diego gripes over and over. Everyone saying the same thing just changing the words and adding more anger and drama and reducing us to calling it fun. I feel like a fool for hanging in here from the very beginning not realizing how stressful the anger was to my well being.
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 12:41:00 AM EDT
: Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 12:41:00 AM EDT
No me gusta. Ugh! Pero I have invested all this time on this "el toro poopoo" so I'll finish the week. Que imbecil soy! LOL
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 12:46:00 AM EDT
: Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 12:46:00 AM EDT
Thanks for your recap tonight and for the duration, Sara. You gave us so many good laughs especially when the tn did not. Sorry you got another bummer episode (Carmen's loves, too much little Al, and the alt-Nat/Diego love story). Your line about the will was priceless!!
I was kind of hoping Rod would just be overcome with pain and possibly pass away in a hotel room but I guess that wouldn't be good drama.
Fatima, you are not a broken record though I say that b/c I'm playing the same song ;)
I was kind of hoping Rod would just be overcome with pain and possibly pass away in a hotel room but I guess that wouldn't be good drama.
Fatima, you are not a broken record though I say that b/c I'm playing the same song ;)
How about that Grumps ... giving advice on the meaning of "love." Run, Irene, runnnn!!!
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 4:42:00 AM EDT
: Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 4:42:00 AM EDT
Awesome as usual Sara.
"Remember when you ran away and I got on my knees and begged you not to leave because I'd go berzerk?
Well, you left me anyhow and the days got worse and worse and now you see I've gone completely out of my mind.
And They're coming to take me away Ha Ha
They're coming to take me away ho ho he he ha ha
to the funny farm where life is beautiful all the time, and I'll be happy to see those nice young men in their clean white coats
and they're coming to take me away ha ha"
"Remember when you ran away and I got on my knees and begged you not to leave because I'd go berzerk?
Well, you left me anyhow and the days got worse and worse and now you see I've gone completely out of my mind.
And They're coming to take me away Ha Ha
They're coming to take me away ho ho he he ha ha
to the funny farm where life is beautiful all the time, and I'll be happy to see those nice young men in their clean white coats
and they're coming to take me away ha ha"
Thanks everyone!! I realized that I forgot the avances. It did look like we're up for excitement tonight as Brat tries to help El take Rod down and Nat stumbles into the plan as well.
There better be some action. With just 3 hours left this sure hasn't felt like they are concluding ANYTHING.
There better be some action. With just 3 hours left this sure hasn't felt like they are concluding ANYTHING.
Sara, your work on this TN has been sensational and is so appreciated.
Although this series isn't going out on a high note, as you so noted, your finale stuck all the right chords. Listing the "action" by couples was a great idea.
"Oscar climbs on board the crazy train. Run, dude! Run!"; "Diego and his New Lawyer part II (Followed by Nat and her Ego Part V)" and "El picks up Carmen so they can finish "reconciling" were among my favorites.
Like you, I laughed when the cast of "Carmen's ex's" popped out from behind the pillows. I got a chuckle out of them appearing everywhere. When you stop and think about it, El does have to accept there are more than 1 or 2 ex-novios.
"Oscar is a simple guy. He's not used to all this complicated buffoonery that is Al and Karina's "business deal." Umm, really Oscar? You knew the deal right from the get go. I'm blaming this momentary lapse of character on the writers, not Oscar.
Loved seeing "real, live" Alberto instead of projected image Alberto. Rod is definitely hurting and looks like things will come to a head tonight.
What a team this has been. You, Kat, Karen and Vivi have brought this to vivid life for us daily. While the writing these last few weeks has been so disappointing, we've been able to cope through your insights and humor. Thank you. Your patience, time and effort are truly appreciated.
I will miss tonight's episode so will look foward to eagerly reading the recap tomorrow.
And Fatima, you are NEVER a broken record. Always a delight.
Diana
Although this series isn't going out on a high note, as you so noted, your finale stuck all the right chords. Listing the "action" by couples was a great idea.
"Oscar climbs on board the crazy train. Run, dude! Run!"; "Diego and his New Lawyer part II (Followed by Nat and her Ego Part V)" and "El picks up Carmen so they can finish "reconciling" were among my favorites.
Like you, I laughed when the cast of "Carmen's ex's" popped out from behind the pillows. I got a chuckle out of them appearing everywhere. When you stop and think about it, El does have to accept there are more than 1 or 2 ex-novios.
"Oscar is a simple guy. He's not used to all this complicated buffoonery that is Al and Karina's "business deal." Umm, really Oscar? You knew the deal right from the get go. I'm blaming this momentary lapse of character on the writers, not Oscar.
Loved seeing "real, live" Alberto instead of projected image Alberto. Rod is definitely hurting and looks like things will come to a head tonight.
What a team this has been. You, Kat, Karen and Vivi have brought this to vivid life for us daily. While the writing these last few weeks has been so disappointing, we've been able to cope through your insights and humor. Thank you. Your patience, time and effort are truly appreciated.
I will miss tonight's episode so will look foward to eagerly reading the recap tomorrow.
And Fatima, you are NEVER a broken record. Always a delight.
Diana
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 7:39:00 AM EDT
: Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 7:39:00 AM EDT
Lots to love in the recap, if not in the episode.
"reconciliation interruptus"
"Oscar climbs on board the crazy train."
and
"He talks about how in his day one didn't run around kissing people all willy nilly. They didn't go around asking their secretaries to destroy wills, either."
Exactly! Still, I have to admit I remain a sucker for Grumps' secret little grins. Guess I'm on board the crazy train myself.
Loved the serenata because it was simple. No fancy dress. Rumpled guy was a good singer. And ON-KEY. Which is often not the case with these serenades.
Hated the old lover hallucinations that El was having. Doesn't bode well for the relationship. In real life, these two wouldn't last 6 months. He's obviously still bothered by all these old flames. Found it tedious and irritating, rather than funny. But maybe that was because after teaching aerobics, I mowed our big lawn in 90 degree heat. Sweat Lodge anyone?
But, thankfully, this isn't real life so we'll no doubt sail out on three smooching, deliriously happy forever couples...whoops, make that four with Oscar and Karina. Hey, maybe Grumps and Rose will get together too! AARP canoodling.
Thanks Sara. You've given us a fun ride, and much better than the actual telenovela.
"reconciliation interruptus"
"Oscar climbs on board the crazy train."
and
"He talks about how in his day one didn't run around kissing people all willy nilly. They didn't go around asking their secretaries to destroy wills, either."
Exactly! Still, I have to admit I remain a sucker for Grumps' secret little grins. Guess I'm on board the crazy train myself.
Loved the serenata because it was simple. No fancy dress. Rumpled guy was a good singer. And ON-KEY. Which is often not the case with these serenades.
Hated the old lover hallucinations that El was having. Doesn't bode well for the relationship. In real life, these two wouldn't last 6 months. He's obviously still bothered by all these old flames. Found it tedious and irritating, rather than funny. But maybe that was because after teaching aerobics, I mowed our big lawn in 90 degree heat. Sweat Lodge anyone?
But, thankfully, this isn't real life so we'll no doubt sail out on three smooching, deliriously happy forever couples...whoops, make that four with Oscar and Karina. Hey, maybe Grumps and Rose will get together too! AARP canoodling.
Thanks Sara. You've given us a fun ride, and much better than the actual telenovela.
Karen and Diana, your very, very kind words have cheered me up this morning! You have NO idea how much a few kind words can make a difference in a person's day. Thank you!
I agree with JudyB that Carmen and El would not last very long in the real world. Here we are at this stage of the game and El is still struggling with Carmen's PAST novios. When he started "seeing" all of these men pop up here and there, I could not believe the writers were still using this just 3 days from the Gran Fin.
This is an example of lazy, weak writing. Why does this seem to happen so much in the TN?
Alonso is the sorriest excuse for a "galan" that I have ever seen. He is a WEASEL. Are the writers really expecting us to believe that Irene (who has had such a messed up life), can go from Tad to the Weasel Alonso?!
What is going to be "happy" about so many immature couples getting together? I think I missed the boat on this one.
Fatima
I agree with JudyB that Carmen and El would not last very long in the real world. Here we are at this stage of the game and El is still struggling with Carmen's PAST novios. When he started "seeing" all of these men pop up here and there, I could not believe the writers were still using this just 3 days from the Gran Fin.
This is an example of lazy, weak writing. Why does this seem to happen so much in the TN?
Alonso is the sorriest excuse for a "galan" that I have ever seen. He is a WEASEL. Are the writers really expecting us to believe that Irene (who has had such a messed up life), can go from Tad to the Weasel Alonso?!
What is going to be "happy" about so many immature couples getting together? I think I missed the boat on this one.
Fatima
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 9:10:00 AM EDT
: Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 9:10:00 AM EDT
So, my cat of 18 years died several years ago and I was distraught. I didn't even have to say anything to my husband to keep him from humping my leg.
Nat - have your mother buy you come color crayons to make the likeness pop
Irene - not like there's an expiration date
Alonso - somebody needs to slap that sulk off your face
Diego - The Punisher
Vicente - guess girls just wanna have fun
Oscar - what happens if the kid likes me better
Karina - gonna be hard but we'll wait till after we're married to consummate
El - oh god, there's more
Carmen - ok, bring it
Brigitte - see there, 1 + 1 does equal 2
Nat - have your mother buy you come color crayons to make the likeness pop
Irene - not like there's an expiration date
Alonso - somebody needs to slap that sulk off your face
Diego - The Punisher
Vicente - guess girls just wanna have fun
Oscar - what happens if the kid likes me better
Karina - gonna be hard but we'll wait till after we're married to consummate
El - oh god, there's more
Carmen - ok, bring it
Brigitte - see there, 1 + 1 does equal 2
Great one Sara,
@Tofie,"So, my cat of 18 years died several years ago and I was distraught. I didn't even have to say anything to my husband to keep him from humping my leg."
Thanks for sharing your personal story with us. I'm so sorry to hear about your husband's reaction to the loss of your cat.
It's not the first time you shared this so I can tell that writing about it repeatedly makes you feel better. So thanks for sharing.
PS: I'm glad nothing like this actually happened in the novela.
@Tofie,"So, my cat of 18 years died several years ago and I was distraught. I didn't even have to say anything to my husband to keep him from humping my leg."
Thanks for sharing your personal story with us. I'm so sorry to hear about your husband's reaction to the loss of your cat.
It's not the first time you shared this so I can tell that writing about it repeatedly makes you feel better. So thanks for sharing.
PS: I'm glad nothing like this actually happened in the novela.
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 9:41:00 AM EDT
: Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 9:41:00 AM EDT
I also don't understand why they are still having El being haunted by Carmen's past loves so late in the game when he has already met them all and seen her get final closure with all of them. Again, this just looks like the writers are finding any way possible to extend this by two weeks. But it just doesn't work when it makes it seem like the characters are going backwards.
Eleazar probably feels sexually inadequate since Carmen has had at least 4 different sexual partners. This is a fulfillment of a fantasy he's had all his life and what if he's not up to par? Doesn't satisfy Carmen?
Eleazar may also feel if Carmen dumped these guys, she may dump him too.
But just as he is not thinking about Kimberly or any of his other past women, Carmen is not thinking about Chato or any of her past men. He needs to realize & accept that.
It's a very big step they are taking. Once they congress, there's no turning back.
More Diego/Natalia/Karina/Oscar/Irene/Alonso lines
I don't think the truth about the will is going to be revealed. They're trying to wrap things up in a neat bow with Irene & Vicente getting along and the truth about the will would just blow things up at the last minute.
Plus, Grumps is not long for this earth with his age and heart problems so we will just have to imagine that Grumps has made out a will offscreen that Irene, Diego & Natalia will inherit Caprico.
Brigitte has not gotten her punishment yet. She's been horrible to every character on the show. I doubt she'll go to jail or be killed, and Carmen isn't going to turn her back on her or the baby. Yet, 3 days before the show is over Brigitte is still up to her old tricks. She hasn't learned. She only wants to turn in Rod for the reward money and to get in good with Mushroom so he can whisk her off to luxury. If she thought for one minute that Rod really would sweep her off to the Cayman Islands she would be helping him and she wouldn't give Mushroom or the Garcias one thought ever again.
Like I said, Carmen would never turn her back on Brigitte but I'd be fine if Paolo & Natalia never spoke to her again. Abdul & Lupita would just go along with the program.
Eleazar may also feel if Carmen dumped these guys, she may dump him too.
But just as he is not thinking about Kimberly or any of his other past women, Carmen is not thinking about Chato or any of her past men. He needs to realize & accept that.
It's a very big step they are taking. Once they congress, there's no turning back.
More Diego/Natalia/Karina/Oscar/Irene/Alonso lines
I don't think the truth about the will is going to be revealed. They're trying to wrap things up in a neat bow with Irene & Vicente getting along and the truth about the will would just blow things up at the last minute.
Plus, Grumps is not long for this earth with his age and heart problems so we will just have to imagine that Grumps has made out a will offscreen that Irene, Diego & Natalia will inherit Caprico.
Brigitte has not gotten her punishment yet. She's been horrible to every character on the show. I doubt she'll go to jail or be killed, and Carmen isn't going to turn her back on her or the baby. Yet, 3 days before the show is over Brigitte is still up to her old tricks. She hasn't learned. She only wants to turn in Rod for the reward money and to get in good with Mushroom so he can whisk her off to luxury. If she thought for one minute that Rod really would sweep her off to the Cayman Islands she would be helping him and she wouldn't give Mushroom or the Garcias one thought ever again.
Like I said, Carmen would never turn her back on Brigitte but I'd be fine if Paolo & Natalia never spoke to her again. Abdul & Lupita would just go along with the program.
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 11:25:00 AM EDT
: Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 11:25:00 AM EDT
Anon207: I had the same thought about El feeling inadequate. If I were him, I'd be more worried about Carmen being a Fertile Myrtle.
I'd like to survey Mexican audiences and see how many like extensions to TNs.
Has anyone seen a TN that has been extended that, at the very least, didn't ruin the show? Kept the same quality? Made it even better?
Vivi: I was going to ask the question on when this TN started it's extension. Is it really only the last two weeks?
Nanette
I'd like to survey Mexican audiences and see how many like extensions to TNs.
Has anyone seen a TN that has been extended that, at the very least, didn't ruin the show? Kept the same quality? Made it even better?
Vivi: I was going to ask the question on when this TN started it's extension. Is it really only the last two weeks?
Nanette
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 12:03:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 12:03:00 PM EDT
Sara, Thanks for your creative and fun take on the writer's ineptitude.
I think I know how Oscar feels. Our (about) 6 months pregnant daughter (the mother of our twins) decided to take care of a neighbor's 3 month old daughter while the neighbor works.
Yesterday it was hot, and our daughter, the twins and my wife decided to go swimming in the pool. I got stuck watching the baby while everyone else was outside frolicking in the pool.
Actually this wasn't a bad thing. That baby is VERY good. She only cries if she is hungry, if she needs a diaper change, or (get this) the car she is in goes through a fast food drive-through.
So, Oscar, (I'm lifting an adult beverage here) I hope your experiences with the Alonso-Karina creation goes well.
David
I think I know how Oscar feels. Our (about) 6 months pregnant daughter (the mother of our twins) decided to take care of a neighbor's 3 month old daughter while the neighbor works.
Yesterday it was hot, and our daughter, the twins and my wife decided to go swimming in the pool. I got stuck watching the baby while everyone else was outside frolicking in the pool.
Actually this wasn't a bad thing. That baby is VERY good. She only cries if she is hungry, if she needs a diaper change, or (get this) the car she is in goes through a fast food drive-through.
So, Oscar, (I'm lifting an adult beverage here) I hope your experiences with the Alonso-Karina creation goes well.
David
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 12:06:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 12:06:00 PM EDT
I don't think Eleazar would mind having a child with Carmen. 4 of her 5 kids are grown and the 5th, he is very fond of.
Of course if Brigitte ends up going to jail, Carmen & Eleazar will end up raising that child, too.
Of course if Brigitte ends up going to jail, Carmen & Eleazar will end up raising that child, too.
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 12:06:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 12:06:00 PM EDT
Sara: thank you so much for all your great recaps. I love your no nonsense approach done with humor. Can't wait for the next TN you decide to recap.
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 12:23:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 12:23:00 PM EDT
Anon207: I'm sure El and Carmen would love to have a child, just don't think they need that to happen right away :) Or course, TN law says the first time they do it, they'll probably get pregnant.
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 12:26:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 12:26:00 PM EDT
Hmmm... this wee babe cries when she the car she's in goes through a fast food restaurant. Maybe we have a vegan...or a future nutritionist!
Judy, I'm voting for nutritionist.
I kept asking the twins if the baby liked French fries, and they repeatedly told me, "She can't have French fries, she doesn't have any teeth."
David
I kept asking the twins if the baby liked French fries, and they repeatedly told me, "She can't have French fries, she doesn't have any teeth."
David
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 1:03:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 1:03:00 PM EDT
Thanks to all the recappers and commenters for a fun ride. I get the feeling i may have enjoyed this TN more than most of you. I'm a lightweight, just watch for fun and the hope that a little Spanish will sink in. When it gets too silly or unbelievable, I tend to shrug and go back to my knitting. OK, I cried when Big Al died...
I liked the El/Carmen/ex-lovers sequence. (The view is very nice from the crazy train, you should try it!) Imagining El may have a bit of trouble 'manning up' though, poor fellow.
One comment about Irene and Al. Having been in Irene's shoes, I can attest to the fact that widows miss touch more than just about anything else. Even though she needs time before making a commitment, the attention, the kisses, the caresses are such a balm. (I was lucky - I married Alonso first and have had 41 lovely years with Tadeo)
I liked the El/Carmen/ex-lovers sequence. (The view is very nice from the crazy train, you should try it!) Imagining El may have a bit of trouble 'manning up' though, poor fellow.
One comment about Irene and Al. Having been in Irene's shoes, I can attest to the fact that widows miss touch more than just about anything else. Even though she needs time before making a commitment, the attention, the kisses, the caresses are such a balm. (I was lucky - I married Alonso first and have had 41 lovely years with Tadeo)
Emilia- What a lovely way to put things. I actually wasn't mad at Irene for accepting kisses and caresses from Al, without saying yes to a full on relationship. Now you've made it even more understandable. Wish he and Grumps would stop pressuring her to jump into a committed relationship right away.
David- LOL! The twins must have thought Grandpa was pretty silly for asking such a silly question.
David- LOL! The twins must have thought Grandpa was pretty silly for asking such a silly question.
Emilia, so nice to see you!! Thanks for sharing your story. I understand the need for touch but wish Al and Grumps would stop pressuring Irene.
Fatima, glad I could encourage you as you do for those of us who recap and comment. I think so much of our gripping about this tn is that it had such promise at the start and there were some really great characters (Lupita, Paolo, Gino, and others). Its been going off the rails and the past few weeks seem really slip shod.
David your grandparenting stories are so fun and show how delightful it must be to be one.
Fatima, glad I could encourage you as you do for those of us who recap and comment. I think so much of our gripping about this tn is that it had such promise at the start and there were some really great characters (Lupita, Paolo, Gino, and others). Its been going off the rails and the past few weeks seem really slip shod.
David your grandparenting stories are so fun and show how delightful it must be to be one.
Emilia..so good to see you pop up here. And loved your story about Alonso first and Tadeo second. Mike is in very good company, being compared to Tadeo.
And speaking of grandparenting, Baby Jack, who is now Big Boy Jack, looks like a slightly more disheveled version of the twins on Mi Corazón es Tuyo. I sometimes watch it just for that reason.
And speaking of grandparenting, Baby Jack, who is now Big Boy Jack, looks like a slightly more disheveled version of the twins on Mi Corazón es Tuyo. I sometimes watch it just for that reason.
Emilia, so nice to see you have dropped by! What a nice way to describe your relationship with Mike.
Vivi, I try to ask silly but instructive questions to the twins. They seem to think it is a great game.
Karen, don't know what age you are, but when the time comes I am sure that you will feel wonderful about interacting with the children of your children.
David
Vivi, I try to ask silly but instructive questions to the twins. They seem to think it is a great game.
Karen, don't know what age you are, but when the time comes I am sure that you will feel wonderful about interacting with the children of your children.
David
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 3:46:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 3:46:00 PM EDT
@Emilia " I get the feeling i may have enjoyed this TN more than most of you. I'm a lightweight, just watch for fun and the hope that a little Spanish will sink in."
Your words reflect my feelings exactly. While I understand that the novela has a lot to be desired, it doesn't make reading endless gripes, complaints and name calling a fun way to settle down after a stressful/busy day at work. I'm one of those optimistic folks who sees the glass as half full. Glad to see that there's someone else on board who isn't getting angry and stressed out because of something I have absolutely no control over. Fortunately, there are some commenters (and recappers) whose views I enjoy and look forward to because they heighten my enjoyment of the novela.
Your words reflect my feelings exactly. While I understand that the novela has a lot to be desired, it doesn't make reading endless gripes, complaints and name calling a fun way to settle down after a stressful/busy day at work. I'm one of those optimistic folks who sees the glass as half full. Glad to see that there's someone else on board who isn't getting angry and stressed out because of something I have absolutely no control over. Fortunately, there are some commenters (and recappers) whose views I enjoy and look forward to because they heighten my enjoyment of the novela.
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 4:00:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 4:00:00 PM EDT
Different strokes for different folks, for sure! I like to read ALL the comments and agree with a lot of them, particularly the more positive ones. But I also get a kick out of some of the griping, complaining and name-calling. Sometimes these comments point out things I may have missed and I'm all like, "oh, yeahhh" y asi.
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 4:27:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 4:27:00 PM EDT
Oh, I love all the griping and snark. I learned a long time ago to drink my tea before or after reading recaps. Too hard on the keyboard!
David, I've lost your e-mail. If you still have mine or Mike's, we'd love to see the latest photos of the twins. In return, we'll brag a bit about Aly, who is now two, and her brother Maddock, who is 4 months
David, I've lost your e-mail. If you still have mine or Mike's, we'd love to see the latest photos of the twins. In return, we'll brag a bit about Aly, who is now two, and her brother Maddock, who is 4 months
I get the feeling i may have enjoyed this TN more than most of you. I'm a lightweight, just watch for fun and the hope that a little Spanish will sink in.
Oh, I enjoyed the show, believe me. Are my recaps cranky sometimes? (ok, a lot.) Yes.
Why?...
Because it annoys me when writers and Televisa drag things out to make a buck instead of telling a good story.
Becuase Univision edited the heck out of this.
Because Univision thought 2 hours a night for about two months was a good idea.
Because I can still like/love something and gripe about it. Hello? Do you think teachers love every.single.second. of their job? Hell no. (Ask me how I know.)But griping helps you keep your blood pressure down.
I love telenovelas. I'm trying to keep up with 3 right now. But sometimes they annoy me and I just say so.
When recappers sign on for the "job", they are often making a blind commitment. They often don't know how long a show will last and they certainly don't know if it will be good or remain good (Talk to some CI and Robo recappers...they deserve awards.)
Oh, I enjoyed the show, believe me. Are my recaps cranky sometimes? (ok, a lot.) Yes.
Why?...
Because it annoys me when writers and Televisa drag things out to make a buck instead of telling a good story.
Becuase Univision edited the heck out of this.
Because Univision thought 2 hours a night for about two months was a good idea.
Because I can still like/love something and gripe about it. Hello? Do you think teachers love every.single.second. of their job? Hell no. (Ask me how I know.)But griping helps you keep your blood pressure down.
I love telenovelas. I'm trying to keep up with 3 right now. But sometimes they annoy me and I just say so.
When recappers sign on for the "job", they are often making a blind commitment. They often don't know how long a show will last and they certainly don't know if it will be good or remain good (Talk to some CI and Robo recappers...they deserve awards.)
Hello Sara,
Your recaps were on point. I had no problem with them or the so-called "griping." I find it odd that people who hate griping, grip about people griping. The writing is atrocious and deserves to be pointed out. Everyone has a right to their opinion and just because your opinion or mine doesn't agree with someone else's doesn't mean we're "half-empty" pessimistic people. Keep up the good work Sara.
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Your recaps were on point. I had no problem with them or the so-called "griping." I find it odd that people who hate griping, grip about people griping. The writing is atrocious and deserves to be pointed out. Everyone has a right to their opinion and just because your opinion or mine doesn't agree with someone else's doesn't mean we're "half-empty" pessimistic people. Keep up the good work Sara.
Permalink posted by : Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 8:56:00 PM EDT
: Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 8:56:00 PM EDT
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