Friday, August 18, 2017
La Doble Vida de Estela Carrillo (LDVDEC) #71 (Part 2) 8.18.17: All Well's That Ends Well (Barely)...
At the risk of sounding too much
like our dearly beloved Regia, I want to say a few words as this tale draws to
a close, for some, myself included.
I want to thank Diana, Susanlynn
and Kirby for getting this patio going over at Vino as I had no plans to watch
Doble Vida but ended up doing so because of you three. It has been a fun ride
and I loved how great the story and patio turned out to be, despite my initial
reservations.
I also to thank Vivi, who provided
the first recap for us. You are solely missed and hope you come back soon 😊.
Julie, RGVChick, and Adriana, thank
you so much for your help recapping this novela and a big thank you to Julie,
for recapping three to four nights in my absence. Anita, thank you as well for
your guest recaps, they were wonderful. In case, some of you didn’t know, this
was RGV’s first recapping duty and she knocked it out of the park, no? 😉 Adriana, you have
your own little Paloma but you took the time during your busy schedule to help
us out any way you could. Thank you.
And finally, thank you to the loyal
commentors and followers in this patio. None of this would be possible (or as
enjoyable) without you. I thank you all for your kind words, insightful
comments and logical deductions (which was solely lacking in DV). See you in
the next one! :D
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Or The Villians Have Their Cake and Eat it Too
Laura now understands why Estela disappeared, but also kept a close watch on Ryan, because the truth was too painful to deal with and why she betrayed Pedro Carrillo.
Estela remembers when Pedro confronted Asdrubal and demanded to speak with El Dorado, who had decided to take him out of the money laundering business, and Asdrubal warned him that he had entered the lion’s den because no one who sees ED gets out alive. Pedro explained that he only wanted to offer his services to ED because he still had plenty of contacts who needed to launder their money. Asdrubal knows that he’s there for revenge though against ED for what happened to Estela but Pedro could care less and blames Estela for her own mistakes. Just then, Estela appears behind Asdrubal and Pedro is shocked that she is walking around, freely, when she now belongs to ED. Estela laughs and announces that ED is in front of him because she’s ED. Pedro laughs off her confession and demands to talk to the man in charge, not a woman. Estela continues to laugh and asks if Pedro enjoyed the jail she spent him to though it’s a pity they didn’t kill him there. Pedro, shocked, attacks her, but Asdrubal defends Estela and asks her if she wants to kill Pedro. Estela prefers to let him back into the business but warns Pedro that she’s the boss, like he was all those years, but Pedro won’t stand for it. He won’t let a woman order him around and much less Estela. Estela laughs again and tells him that he made his choice and now he will have nothing. She throws him one bullet and walks away with Asdrubal.
Estela explains that Pedro deserved to be in jail for all he did but he moved his influences and got out in less than a year. Laura deduces that Estela took everything away from Pedro in that time, including Asdrubal, and created El Dorado as a front.
In Tijuana, Morgana begs El Sagrado to let her go see her sister in LA because Danilo forced them to be apart but she knows he’s different. El Sagrado is quiet so Morgana asks him to prove that he’s better than Danilo and they can have the relationship he’s always wanted. She even offers to buy some new clothes for him, and El Sagrado agrees but one of his men will accompany her. Morgana asks him not to because she wanted to get a car too but El Sagrado does think it will be a problem as his man will follow her and protect her, for both their peace of mind.
Estela explains that ED was the only way she could move around the world of organized crime and take everything from Pedro.
Estela, who was sunbathing in her chaise while receiving a massage from Asdrubal, remembers when Pedro called her a few days after their confrontation, and begged her for some money to eat, at least; Estela wouldn’t budge though and suggested he figure it out himself. Pedro is shocked that she would leave her father out in the cold but Estela reminds him that he was her teacher, not her father. Pedro asks if that was a challenge because he was ready to prove that the student does not surpass the teacher. He also warned her to return his business to him or he would tell Ryan the truth. Estela demanded he not say anything or he would lose everything but Pedro had nothing to lose. As Estela warned Pedro to keep his mouth shut or suffer the consequences, Asdrubal was already getting ready to take care of the problem at Estela’s request. Pedro then tells Estela that he will kill Ryan, after telling him the truth, because he knows that would hurt her. Estela slammed down the phone and asked Asdrubal to keep a close watch on Pedro for the time being.
Laura wonders why Estela is even telling her this story but Estela rambles on…she was able to win Pedro’s client’s over because she made their money last longer and, with that, the legend of ED grew. Pretty soon, all of Pedro’s clients pledged loyalty to her because she was a better boss than Pedro, and those that didn’t had hard lessons to learn. Laura assumes one of those was Nestor (Fake ED #1) and Estela nods. After Nestor tried to betray her, she killed him, and Laura assumes she did the same with Milton.
Laura remembers the last time Milton called her about his ED investigation and asked her to meet because he was close to discovering ED’s identity. What neither of them knew was that the custodian who was cleaning the offices that night was Natividad.
Laura knows Estela was a victim but she became the thing she most hated.
In the hospital, Ryan, who is revealed to be alive and well, closes the curtains to Horacio’s side of the room. He warns him to say the truth and ask for police protection or he can count the days he has left before the narcos kill him. Horacio, who is all but immobile and full of plaster in his arms and legs as well as a neck brace, doesn’t know what to say but Ryan tells him to say what he knows to be true: Danilo was the money laundering money at Furia and inadvertently involved all of them in his scheme. Horacio asks him to talk to his lawyer and get him his immunity deal in writing and then he will talk. Ryan nods as he gets a phone call from Rosario, who tells him that she called Luisa and she told her that Laura went to go see Estela. She tried to call Laura but she didn’t answer and she’s getting worried.
At a car dealership, Morgana asks her sister, Luna, to distract El Sagrado’s henchman while she escapes. Luna agrees, but only because she’s her sister. Luna agrees and then Morgana goes to the henchman and asks him if she can test drive the car, just in case. He offers to go with her but Luna asks him to keep her company so she isn’t bored while Morgana tries out the car. He asks Morgana to be careful and then lets her go. Morgana smiles, gets into the car, and drives away.
Estela that, despite her extensive warnings, Pedro finally got in contact with Ryan.
She remembers when Pedro called Ryan and told him to meet him so they could talk about Estela. Ryan didn’t want to, as he already knew his business, assumed that is why Estela disappeared but Pedro told him that there were plenty of other things they needed to talk about, especially about those closest to him. Ryan agreed.
That night, Pedro was smoking a cigarette by the alleyway where he was to meet Ryan but he heard a noise. He called out Ryan’s name but it was Asdrubal who appeared and slowly walked toward him. Pedro barely noticed Estela, who creeped up behind him, screamed another warning and, ultimately, stabbed him to death as Asdrubal watched. Pedro fell to the floor in front of Estela and she then asked Asdrubal for her gold necklace. He gave it to her and Estela asked, with tears in her eyes, if he was sure that Ryan would arrive after the police and Asdrubal nodded. Estela then placed the necklace in Pedro’s hand and screamed that she wanted all the weight of the law to fall on Mercy (that witch!). As Estela continued to cry, Asdrubal picked her picked her up and dragged her away.
Estela tells Laura that her plan to kill Pedro and blame Mercy was perfect; she even stole the necklace to make sure it happened as she had planned it. Either way, she was doing Mercy a favor because then Ryan would never find out what she and Pedro did but Laura reminds her that her plan backfired and Ryan was the one who paid the consequences. Estela confesses that she never meant for it to happen but Asdrubal acted behind her back, because he had his own plans, and Laura assumes he made sure Ryan arrived just in time to be blamed for Pedro’s murder. Estela nods and tells her that Asdrubal wanted her all to himself and this was the best way to make sure Ryan never got in the way again.
Estela remembers when Ryan arrived and found the body. He tried to help Pedro but it was too late. As he took out his phone to call 911, he found the gold necklace and grabbed it out of Pedro’s cold, dead hands.
Estela stands up, with the help of her crutches, and tells Laura that she never wanted to get close to Ryan again but she was pissed to find out that he had fallen in love with Laura and even though of getting him back. Laura is disgusted but Estela explains that she could’ve done it, all she had to do was make sure no one found out the truth: that she was Ryan’s sister. Laura knows therefore she killed Pedro and Asdrubal, because they were in her way on her road to happiness. Estela nods but reminds Laura that she is now in her way too though Laura pities her situation and turns to leave. Estela hits Laura with her crutch in the back and Laura goes down, hard. Estela gets on top of her and begins to choke her to death. At that moment, Ryan bursts in and pushes Estela off Laura. Chula goes to help Estela as Ryan and Luisa help Laura. Laura demands Estela tell Ryan the truth, if she loves him so much but Estela is quiet.
Outside of the abandoned building, Danilo is emptying out his boots full of money onto the trunk of the car Morgana stole. He tells her that she did great but she reminds him that they must hurry or they will be caught. Danilo explains that the police are only looking for him so it’s safer for him to travel alone and then they can meet up once he’s gotten his bearings. He instructs her to go back with El Sagrado lest he send his men after them. Morgana is none too happy but Danilo kisses her and promises that they will be happy together. He then gets inside the truck of the car, which Morgana closes, as Morgana sits in the driver’s side. She doesn’t start the car though, in fact, she looks like she’s thinking.
Ryan helps Laura up and demands Estela tell him the truth. Estela confesses that she is ED and Ryan is happy she finally admitted it. Ryan then tells Laura that it wasn’t necessary for her come alone and gather proof. Estela apologizes to Ryan for all she did but she wanted to win him back. Ryan tells her that her feelings for him are a lie, because she’s too selfish to love him, and hopes to never see her again. He then leaves with Laura and Luisa as Estela curses her luck.
Morgana opens the trunk for Danilo and stands back with something behind her back. Danilo gets out but finds that they are parked at a cliff by a construction site and not at the border as he instructed. Morgana tells him that she’s tired of being stupid, especially because she already knows what he’s planning to do: as soon as they cross the border, he will disappear and leave her to live out the rest of her days with El Sagrado. Danilo reiterates that they will be together forever and goes to get in the trunk but Morgana only stares at him. Danilo repeats that they will be together, away from everything, but Morgana refuses to believe anyone of his lies. Danilo reminds him that he listened to her advice before and became ED and look where they ended up but Morgana thinks she should’ve listened to her more often, like when she asked him to forget Laura. Danilo asks her to stop messing around and instructs her to get in the car and drive across the border to talk. Morgana looks at him and takes out a gun. Danilo only has a moment to think before Morgana shoots him, square in the chest. She then tells him that this hurts her more than him but it is the only way they will ever be apart. She shoots him at least another five times and cries as Danilo struggles to breath on the ground.
In the hallway, Ryan asks Laura if she’s okay and she confirms she is and he then tells her about what happened with Horacio; he hopes that everything should be resolved soon. Laura asks if he revealed where Danilo was but Ryan shakes his head because he Horacio and Danilo parted ways. Ryan thinks he should turn himself in, as he incriminates himself by running away, but he’s sure Danilo is more afraid of the narcos than the police. Laura hopes the police find him first though as she knows what the narcos will do to him.
Morgana walks over to Danilo, who writhing in pain, and tells him that he pushed her to kill him because he sold her to El Sagrado without another thought. Danilo calls her stupid, as they can still run away, but Morgana shakes her head. Luna will pay if she runs away and she won’t let pay for their mistakes. She then chides Danilo for locking her up in a Golden Cage, for the rest of her life, and says goodbye. As she walks away, Danilo tries to hold her back but Morgana gets in the car and drives away; she barely notices as Danilo’s money falls out of the trunk and blows away in the wind. Once alone, Danilo tries to try to breath, completely alone.
Ryan takes Laura to his apartment and they both discuss the Estela situation. Ryan hopes the knife will be sufficient proof to put Estela away but Laura reminds him that Joe has the knife though they don’t need it to report Estela to the police. Laura then receives a call from a dying Danilo and tells him that he wanted to hear her voice before he died. Laura asks him to tell her where he is but Danilo tells her that she was the only woman in his heart and he got rid of any proof that implicated her in the money laundering scheme at Furia. He also killed Mr. Blake for her but Laura tells him that killing someone is not the way to prove his love. She then asks him to spend her his location, so they can send an ambulance, but Danilo won’t. Ryan then asks her to pass the phone to him and Ryan begs Danilo to turn himself in and make things right but Danilo refuses. He tells Ryan that things could’ve been different if they would’ve met when they were younger, and even grown up together, but not it’s too late. He tells Ryan goodbye and hangs up. Laura tells him that they must trace the call and hopefully they will find Danilo.
Danilo, now resigned to his fate, begins to close his eyes but Calao appears, and refuses to let him rest in peace. Danilo demands to know what he’s doing there and Calao tells him that he’s there as a friend to show him the way. Danilo reaches for him and finally dies, surrounded by the thing he loved and wanted the most: money.
That night, after Danilo’s location has been traced, a bunch of police cars and ambulances race to said location but find no body, only Danilo’s hat. Ryan tells Laura that the police think the narcos took it and Laura hopes he wasn’t tortured. Either way, is out of their lives now and the police will arrest Estela next, so she will be out of their lives too. As Ryan and Laura leave, a detective behind them looks around them with a flashlight and finds a bulletproof vest, full of bullets, inside the bed of one of the bulldozers.
The next day, Laura goes to visit Leticia, who explains that she is going to sell Tomas’ house and everything in it so she can invest in her sewing business and buy a smaller house for her and Maria since Tadeo’s career has taken off and he’s already looking for a place of his own. Laura congratulates her and thinks it’s wonderful how much she’s changed, especial regarding Tadeo. Leticia has finally understood that her children are forever and she must accept them, no matter what, and help them be happy. She realized that a mother’s love is unconditional and confesses that she even loved the baby she lost even if they were never born. She then tells Laura that has accepted God’s fate but Laura reveals that it wasn’t God’s will. In fact, there is something she should know that she hasn’t told her.
In her apartment, Steve tells Genesis that everything that happened at the concert has brought back a lot of things he’s not proud of in his past and thinks he should not be walking around, free, after all he did before with Jimmy. Genesis asks if she is going to turn himself in and Steve explains that he will always think he doesn’t deserve her until he makes things right. Genesis tells him that she loves him and they kiss.
Weeks later, at the ranch, Mercy, who has been discharged, has a coffee with Ryan, Laura, Rosario, and Paloma. She is happy that she can continue her treatment outside of the hospital and among family though she would’ve preferred to continue living in her house and not the ranch. Rosario tells her that the ranch is also her home and they will take care of her and make sure she’s good. Paloma tells her that she is her grandmother and smiles as Luisa comes and announces that her room is ready. Mercy nods and asks Laura to take her to her room. Laura obliges.
Moments later, with the door closed, Laura tells Mercy that she didn’t tell Ryan the truth because she realized that her heart attack was because she found out that Estela was her daughter. Mercy thanks the Virgin of Mercy for helping her recover but reiterates that she never abandoned her daughter and everything that Pedro told Estela was a lie. She tells Laura that Pedro only told her those lies to justify his actions but she never doubted Estela’s paternity. She assumes Pedro couldn’t forget that Estela was the product of her betrayal but Laura thinks he hoped Estela was his. Mercy thinks she should’ve suspected the truth, that Pedro was the one who stole their daughter, but Laura asks her not to think about it. Mercy then grabs Laura’s hands and asks her to promise that Ryan will never know the truth. Laura promises that, from her lips, Ryan will never find out. Mercy confesses that she tried to talk to Estela, and clear the air, but she has disappeared. Laura nods and Mercy thinks it may be for the best though she hopes to find her someday. Laura then asks about Joe and Mercy reveals that he also disappeared and she assumes he is working on getting back his family. She shrugs and Laura asks her how she’s feeling about everything. Mercy smiles and tells her that she finally feels free; either way, there are plenty of fish in the sea and she’s not a woman who needs a man either way. They smile as Paloma walks in with Ryan, who is happy to see them getting along so well and tells them that lunch is ready. Paloma suggests they go eat, quickly, so her little sister can be born sooner. At this, they all burst out laughing.
Sometime later, Ryan meets with several business men in his apartment and the meeting seems to go well.
Later, he goes to visit Laura, who is considerably bigger, and Paloma; Rosario and Mercy are getting along like old friends.
Later, Ryan and Laura kiss in the Furia’s lobby, ecstatic that Furia is back in business; Mercy thanks them for all their efforts.
Later, Regia and Ryan hold a press conference and Regia is happy to take pictures, displaying her baby bump. Ryan hugs her tight and smiles.
Later, Laura finally has her baby and Ryan welcomes them at the hospital. They hold the baby in their arms and smile.
One year later, at Furia, it is revealed that Furia is now called Regia Productions and Ryan, Mercy, and Rosario gather around to congratulate Laura on achieving her dream. Mercy then tells Laura that she is all but a shoo-in for the Latin Star Award and Laura hopes she wins so that she can honor all those who have helped her achieve her dreams. Mercy then asks Paloma if she wants to go tour the office and Paloma agrees; Rosario decides to go with them as well. Once alone, Laura and Ryan with their baby, Braulio, walk around Regia Productions and discuss the recent good news: Ryan has been cleared of any money laundering charges. He is happy to be free and Laura then tells him that they should discuss Braulio and his paternity tests. Ryan stops her and cradles Braulio before reiterating that Braulio is his son and he doesn’t need paternity tests to prove it.
Chavalin visits Leticia at her “Taylor Shop” and brings her flowers. She kisses him on the cheek and thanks him for everything. She then reminds him that he must invite her to his new bakery so she can bless it. Chavalin nods and tells him that it cost a lot but he finally reopened it. He then asks if they can go take a stroll and Leticia chides him, smiling, for never changing his ways. Chavalin smiles too as Leticia thanks him for always being in his life. She then tells him that she has been studying like crazy for citizenship test and has used some of the books Tomas left behind to learn the full history of the US. She begins to cry and Chavalin notes that any time she talks about Tomas she remembers her baby. Leticia nods and curses Morgana but then confesses that she’s tried to not wish her any ill will because she doesn’t want to live with a grudge. Either way, she knows that sometimes God puts everything and everyone in its place.
In Tijuana, Morgana gets ready for her wedding for El Sagrado. Morgana is in a foul mood though and Luna asks for some time alone to talk to her sister. She then asks Morgana what the problem is and Morgana confesses that she can’t stop thinking about Danilo, despite everything, but Luna tells her to focus on everything El Sagrado will give her. Just then, he walks in but Luna ushers him out because it’s bad luck to see the bride. Once alone, Morgana looks at herself in the mirror and begins to sing but breaks down crying, realizing that all that glitters is not gold.
In Rio de Janeiro, at the airport, Estela is having a drink when she sees a shadow pass by, wearing a tacky gray skull jacket. She looks up but sees nothing and then looks at her passport, which states her name is now “Juana Salcedo.” Someone puts a hand on her shoulder but it’s only Joe, who calls her “mi amor.” Estela stands up and wraps her arms around his neck as Joe tells her that he can’t wait to be with her in Valle de Pineiro. Estela tells him it will be delicious and kisses him. She tells him that as soon as they take care of their pending business in Portugal, they can go back to the island and live fully. He nods and then they grab their bags to leave but Estela looks back, one final time. Joe asks her if everything is okay and Estela nods before they walk away. Neither of them see Danilo, who arrives and pulls down his glasses to give them the once over, before falling them. He runs into the Trio (Yolanda, Olivia, and Lizbeth) from La Piloto and catcalls them though Yolanda barely gives him the time of day as they walk away. Danilo smiles and walks toward his destiny.
At Regia Productions, Genesis ends the press conference and everyone walks out except Mercy and Ryan. Mercy tells them that she loves seeing like this, happy, and walks out too though Ryan doesn’t look as happy now. He tells Laura that there is a businessman making a lot of noise right now and organizing plenty of concerts but Laura thinks there is nothing wrong with some competition. Ryan reveals that the name of this businessman is El Dorado but Laura thinks it’s someone taking advantage of the name and not necessarily Estela. Ryan agrees but then tells them that he loves them both and is sure Laura is going to win the award, to the cheers of many. He begins to cheer for them and Laura smiles with Braulio.
That night, as Laura and her family are in the crowd of the awards show as well as Nina, Ruben, Genesis, Leticia, and Luisa. Once one of the musical performances is over, two announcers come onstage and announce that they are there to reveal the winner of the Latin Star Award for Best Album of the Year. They pause and announce that Laura Oviedo, La Regia, is the winner! Laura stands up and hugs Ryan, her family and all her friends on her way to the stage. She takes the award and puts it up in the air before telling the crowd that the award is for all of them, her family, her children, her co-workers, her friends, her fans, everyone who has helped her succeed. She tells them to be proud of who they are and accept themselves as they are because only then will they find the strength to push forward. As the crowd cheers, Laura tells the women to respect themselves and never let their happiness depend on anyone but themselves because they should be proud to be women. She then thanks everyone who helped her on this harsh road to success, those who loved her and those who hurt her, because they made her strong. If anything, living a double life showed her how to be unique and original, how to be no one but herself, La Regia! She holds up the award again and blows Ryan a kiss as everyone stands up and cheers for her. Laura (La Regia), whoever she is or may be or will be, smiles big, finally free of her double life but, also, very, truly happy…
FIN*
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*For those of you who would’ve like to see the finale end here, stop reading, because that was pretty perfect, despite the second second set up. However, if a 2nd season is something you would enjoy, please continue reading...
Laura’s happiness is short-lived though as she looks into the crowd and her eyes grow wide. Ryan follows her line of sight, surprised, when he sees the same thing as her. Laura begins to breathe harder, seemingly frightened, as it is announced that LDVDEC will continue…
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Thanks, Alfredo. "Barf-fest" is right.
I recorded this because I knew I wouldn't get home in time to see it, but I did get home early enough to see the last 7 minutes or so, much of which was taken up by the awards show.
Really?
I mean, good for her that she won an award, but that wasn't really something that I was worried about or interested in, and there was a lot of other stuff that I had hoped would get wrapped up.
Obviously, though, everything didn't get wrapped up, because I saw Joe take off with Estela. I suspect he's up to something, but I might not care by the time S2 comes around.
Perhaps I will change my mind after seeing the episode and reading the recap, but what I did see left me cold.
Nina posted this on the previous episode recap: "I own property on the moon and the patio agreed to move there Monday." I don't remember agreeing to that, and I would be scared to go to the moon during the eclipse, but I'd be happy to go on Tuesday. Can I bum a ride with someone?
I recorded this because I knew I wouldn't get home in time to see it, but I did get home early enough to see the last 7 minutes or so, much of which was taken up by the awards show.
Really?
I mean, good for her that she won an award, but that wasn't really something that I was worried about or interested in, and there was a lot of other stuff that I had hoped would get wrapped up.
Obviously, though, everything didn't get wrapped up, because I saw Joe take off with Estela. I suspect he's up to something, but I might not care by the time S2 comes around.
Perhaps I will change my mind after seeing the episode and reading the recap, but what I did see left me cold.
Nina posted this on the previous episode recap: "I own property on the moon and the patio agreed to move there Monday." I don't remember agreeing to that, and I would be scared to go to the moon during the eclipse, but I'd be happy to go on Tuesday. Can I bum a ride with someone?
Alfredo, thank you so much for delivering such an exceptional recap for this BARFest/CHOPfest in such a timely manner.
Julie, ITA the winning of the award was irrelevant to me too...and many things getting wrapped up through a retelling of events by Estela to Laura? why to Laura if she hated Laura and could careless about what Laura thought?
Yesterday it was commented that ever since Estela showed up everything went south...and I agree..it ended (at the bottom of the) well ;-)
Joe ending up with Estela was the shocker for me...I just didn't see that coming. Estela would make her moves on him, but he always seemed uninterested.
It was obvious that Danilow was wearing the bullet proof vest, so I wasn't surprised that a body wasn't found.
Morgana's sister revealed in the last episode QTH?
I'll wait to comment on the rest during the week-end
BTW, the year-old Braulio (why would they name the child that?) was actually Ariadne's real son...I think seeing him that was the best part of the episode for me LOL
Julie, ITA the winning of the award was irrelevant to me too...and many things getting wrapped up through a retelling of events by Estela to Laura? why to Laura if she hated Laura and could careless about what Laura thought?
Yesterday it was commented that ever since Estela showed up everything went south...and I agree..it ended (at the bottom of the) well ;-)
Joe ending up with Estela was the shocker for me...I just didn't see that coming. Estela would make her moves on him, but he always seemed uninterested.
It was obvious that Danilow was wearing the bullet proof vest, so I wasn't surprised that a body wasn't found.
Morgana's sister revealed in the last episode QTH?
I'll wait to comment on the rest during the week-end
BTW, the year-old Braulio (why would they name the child that?) was actually Ariadne's real son...I think seeing him that was the best part of the episode for me LOL
On Monday, Laura had asked Joe to look into the source of income for a business on that island in Brazil that I've forgotten the name of. I think that's where he and Estela were going tonight. So either he's suddenly a greedy gangster wannabe, OR he's following through on Laura's request. I think the latter is more likely, and if I have faith in my earlier comment that Blue's Clues was harder to figure out, then Joe is indeed playing Estela.
Since this comes on the heels of Ryan playing Estela, you really have to wonder just how gullible Estela is.
Wait, Morgana has a sister?? I'd better watch/read. More tomorrow!
Since this comes on the heels of Ryan playing Estela, you really have to wonder just how gullible Estela is.
Wait, Morgana has a sister?? I'd better watch/read. More tomorrow!
Alfredo, this was the quintessential recap. You captured all the suspense and the drama with intelligence, logic and humor. You always add a richness and flavor to all of your summaries. Your insight is truly appreciated.
You gave us savory tidbits to digest and we will dissect and speculate on every single bite.
I must admit that I was disappointed in the last few episodes. The shift to Estela brought some hard to digest changes. We were asked to believe a woman who ran a crime empire ruled by emotion rather than intellect. We expected coolness but saw heat. We expected to see flickering embers of a real romance. We were given a sordid incest story line. We thought we might feel a begrudging respect for her, but felt annoyance and a sense of betrayal because she didn't fit our preconceived notion of who we wanted her to be.
But tonight, I changed my mind. Why? "Danilo smiles and walks toward his destiny" (Perfect Alfredo). I can't judge if he deserved to live but I am unabashedly delighted he has.
The second reason? "Mercy confesses that she tried to talk to Estela, and clear the air, but she has disappeared.. Laura then asks about Joe and Mercy reveals that he also disappeared and she assumes he is working on getting back his family ". Joe and Estela together? So wrong yet so deliciously intriguing.
So, I'm recanting my statement that I'm not interested in the next. I'm in. Wholeheartedly.
I'll have more to say tomorrow but want to give my warmest and sincerest thanks to our amazing recapping team - Alfredo, Julie, Rgv Chick, Adriana, Anita and Vivi. Each of you had your own distinctive yet gifted voice. You crafted amazing summaries that delighted and impressed. Daily.
I recapped for a brief time a few years ago and I know the time, energy and devotion it takes. You all gave so generously of your time. You all have my respect and admiration. Thank you.
To my fellow commenters including Kirby, Susanlynn, Niecie, Nina and others, you made me smile, made me laugh and always made me think. And rethink. Thank you.
To me Caray has always been a safe welcoming haven. It is a wonderful community and our little family that began in Camino, suffered through Vino and ended here has been a joy.
I cannot wait to see what everyone has to say! It's not over til it's over...
Alfredo, we are so fortunate you gifted us with these fantastic recaps...
Diana
You gave us savory tidbits to digest and we will dissect and speculate on every single bite.
I must admit that I was disappointed in the last few episodes. The shift to Estela brought some hard to digest changes. We were asked to believe a woman who ran a crime empire ruled by emotion rather than intellect. We expected coolness but saw heat. We expected to see flickering embers of a real romance. We were given a sordid incest story line. We thought we might feel a begrudging respect for her, but felt annoyance and a sense of betrayal because she didn't fit our preconceived notion of who we wanted her to be.
But tonight, I changed my mind. Why? "Danilo smiles and walks toward his destiny" (Perfect Alfredo). I can't judge if he deserved to live but I am unabashedly delighted he has.
The second reason? "Mercy confesses that she tried to talk to Estela, and clear the air, but she has disappeared.. Laura then asks about Joe and Mercy reveals that he also disappeared and she assumes he is working on getting back his family ". Joe and Estela together? So wrong yet so deliciously intriguing.
So, I'm recanting my statement that I'm not interested in the next. I'm in. Wholeheartedly.
I'll have more to say tomorrow but want to give my warmest and sincerest thanks to our amazing recapping team - Alfredo, Julie, Rgv Chick, Adriana, Anita and Vivi. Each of you had your own distinctive yet gifted voice. You crafted amazing summaries that delighted and impressed. Daily.
I recapped for a brief time a few years ago and I know the time, energy and devotion it takes. You all gave so generously of your time. You all have my respect and admiration. Thank you.
To my fellow commenters including Kirby, Susanlynn, Niecie, Nina and others, you made me smile, made me laugh and always made me think. And rethink. Thank you.
To me Caray has always been a safe welcoming haven. It is a wonderful community and our little family that began in Camino, suffered through Vino and ended here has been a joy.
I cannot wait to see what everyone has to say! It's not over til it's over...
Alfredo, we are so fortunate you gifted us with these fantastic recaps...
Diana
Permalink posted by 
: Friday, August 18, 2017 at 11:38:00 PM EDT
: Friday, August 18, 2017 at 11:38:00 PM EDT
I'm confused about this Season 2. When is that ?
Permalink posted by : Friday, August 18, 2017 at 11:53:00 PM EDT
: Friday, August 18, 2017 at 11:53:00 PM EDT
Anon 11:53, Season 2 is supposed to start no later than January 2018...well, that's what the reports have said is the target date...
Alfredo, an exceptional recap Dear you knocked it out of the park. Thank you much.
Lol, Juls,I said that when I was talkin about how morgana was gonna get
Turttleboot to let her out without him
Or body guards. I said she could sing him a song and he'd fall asleep but we all know morgana cannot sing that's why I said if that "I've got some property on the moon and the patio agreed to go Monday",Lol. I was
Being funny. We Know The Girl Can't Sing her way out of a paper sack. With
Holes in it.
I also asked the ? Can Joe be trusted?
Now we know he can't.
And Danilo must have been wearing a
Vest. Cuz even though the bullets don't go through the vest the impact against the skin really hurts and she shot him a few times for he was in some pain so he was down there jerking and crap. Nobody gets up from that many bullets honeybunny didn't and hes dead, he didn't have on a vest.
Now, who was Laura and Ryan lookin at
And did they have a gun to kill her with?
So, anybody know when part 2 shows up?
You guys are gems,recappers and commenters alike. Now lets have some fun with "RRRRRRAMOOOOOON"
Lol, Juls,I said that when I was talkin about how morgana was gonna get
Turttleboot to let her out without him
Or body guards. I said she could sing him a song and he'd fall asleep but we all know morgana cannot sing that's why I said if that "I've got some property on the moon and the patio agreed to go Monday",Lol. I was
Being funny. We Know The Girl Can't Sing her way out of a paper sack. With
Holes in it.
I also asked the ? Can Joe be trusted?
Now we know he can't.
And Danilo must have been wearing a
Vest. Cuz even though the bullets don't go through the vest the impact against the skin really hurts and she shot him a few times for he was in some pain so he was down there jerking and crap. Nobody gets up from that many bullets honeybunny didn't and hes dead, he didn't have on a vest.
Now, who was Laura and Ryan lookin at
And did they have a gun to kill her with?
So, anybody know when part 2 shows up?
You guys are gems,recappers and commenters alike. Now lets have some fun with "RRRRRRAMOOOOOON"
Permalink posted by : Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 12:28:00 AM EDT
: Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 12:28:00 AM EDT
Yeah.....and sometimes they miss the target.
Permalink posted by : Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 12:30:00 AM EDT
: Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 12:30:00 AM EDT
I hope you're right Julie that Joe is playing Stella, cuz he seemed pretty down when mercy said "we're done". He not goin back to his wife.And if he's going to go to estela he better be careful she kills her lovers just like a Black Widow.
Permalink posted by : Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 12:34:00 AM EDT
: Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 12:34:00 AM EDT
Good Saturday morning and thanks Alfredo.
They kept showing a funky looking jacket which looked like cheap plastic on DaniLow when Morgangster shot him, then as he was dying / writinghiswill / sayingoodbye / payinguphisMetroPCSbalance / balancinghischeckbook they showed something that looked like carbon fiber or kevlar peeking out at his waist.
OK, I went to WalMart and bought Cliff's Notes on Ramiton, as I missed the first few.
I like the Hot Chick that can't talk. If she's yelling at you,just put the cuffs on her. Nice. Her straight hair sister needs the same affliction.
More when I am awake.
They kept showing a funky looking jacket which looked like cheap plastic on DaniLow when Morgangster shot him, then as he was dying / writinghiswill / sayingoodbye / payinguphisMetroPCSbalance / balancinghischeckbook they showed something that looked like carbon fiber or kevlar peeking out at his waist.
OK, I went to WalMart and bought Cliff's Notes on Ramiton, as I missed the first few.
I like the Hot Chick that can't talk. If she's yelling at you,just put the cuffs on her. Nice. Her straight hair sister needs the same affliction.
More when I am awake.
Julie, you can ride with me. If we hurry to NiNa's place, we can watch the eclipse from there and see the black dot move across the earth. Bring a good camera, but you will not need those 3D looking glasses.
Alfredo: I KNEW Danilo was still alive based on the bullet-proof vest.
Kirby: Laura's body language changed quickly during the last minutes of Season 1.
Kirby: Laura's body language changed quickly during the last minutes of Season 1.
Thanks, Alfredo. Superb recap of el fin. My fave line: "Danilo reaches for him and finally dies, surrounded by the thing he loved and wanted the most: money." And what eagle eyes you have: "Chavalin visits Leticia at her “Taylor Shop” and brings her flowers." - Ha!
Alfredo, Julie, Rgv Chick, Adriana, Anita, Vivi -- Muchisimas gracias! All the recaps were must-reads for me. I've had a blast here and I thank you for sharing you writing skills, your wit, your snark – and most of all your time! You make Caray such a great place to be.
Estella riding off with Joe adds up to me. Joe resembles Ryan in his look. Joe used to boink her mother. He’s close to family. I feel sorry for Estella. Such a cruel, sick thing Pedro did to her. She needs a shrink badly. None of the narcobiz guys were that sharp running their business, except Asdrubal, so I'm not so disappointed that Estella didn't turn out to be the sharp cookie we imagined.
I like the way many TNs end with a wedding where everybody's dressed up and happy. So I liked the formal awards show. Ryan looked great in a tux and seeing the kids, Rosario, and everybody happy together was sweet.
Kirby, when Laura stood up in her dress with the sheer skirt showcasing her thighs, surely she was giving you a shoutout! :D
Estela, who was sunbathing in her chaise while receiving a shoulder massage from Asdrubal,
Squee, an Asdrubal sighting! If I were the actress, I would've asked for another take of that massage scene.
He also killed Mr. Blake for her but Laura tells him that killing someone is not the way to prove his love.
That’s Danilo again telling a lie. Mr. Blake committed suicide. Or did the writers slip up?
I'm still bummed that they killed off Asdrubal. I’m okay with Danilo surviving. That boy has some growing up to do, and fleeing from the mob should do him good.
I'll check out Part 2, presuming it has all new villains. If they drag the incest storyline into Part 2 though, I’m out.
Alfredo, Julie, Rgv Chick, Adriana, Anita, Vivi -- Muchisimas gracias! All the recaps were must-reads for me. I've had a blast here and I thank you for sharing you writing skills, your wit, your snark – and most of all your time! You make Caray such a great place to be.
Estella riding off with Joe adds up to me. Joe resembles Ryan in his look. Joe used to boink her mother. He’s close to family. I feel sorry for Estella. Such a cruel, sick thing Pedro did to her. She needs a shrink badly. None of the narcobiz guys were that sharp running their business, except Asdrubal, so I'm not so disappointed that Estella didn't turn out to be the sharp cookie we imagined.
I like the way many TNs end with a wedding where everybody's dressed up and happy. So I liked the formal awards show. Ryan looked great in a tux and seeing the kids, Rosario, and everybody happy together was sweet.
Kirby, when Laura stood up in her dress with the sheer skirt showcasing her thighs, surely she was giving you a shoutout! :D
Estela, who was sunbathing in her chaise while receiving a shoulder massage from Asdrubal,
Squee, an Asdrubal sighting! If I were the actress, I would've asked for another take of that massage scene.
He also killed Mr. Blake for her but Laura tells him that killing someone is not the way to prove his love.
That’s Danilo again telling a lie. Mr. Blake committed suicide. Or did the writers slip up?
I'm still bummed that they killed off Asdrubal. I’m okay with Danilo surviving. That boy has some growing up to do, and fleeing from the mob should do him good.
I'll check out Part 2, presuming it has all new villains. If they drag the incest storyline into Part 2 though, I’m out.
Caraymates, It's been fun traveling with you through the crazies of this TN. The deep thoughts, the cheer, the jeers, the puns, the food talks, going off the rails ... I'll miss them all. I'm not watching Ramon but I will check out Mi marido tiene familia cause I'm looking for a comedy.
" Nobody gets up from that many bullets honeybunny didn't and hes dead, he didn't have on a vest" had me smiling Nina.
I did suspect Dan had the vest on but thought that the bullets had surely done some serious damage due to Morgana's close proximity when she filled him full of lead, what, seven times??"... as he was dying / writinghiswill / sayingoodbye / payinguphisMetroPCSbalance / balancinghischeckbook" - too funny Kirby.
Niecie, is anyone recapping Mi marido? I also like comedies and this has a great cast. I guess Danilo did falsely claim "credit" for killing Blake. Not the first lie he told. Still, I can't forget he has saved Laura's life and that of Paloma.
Joe is still a total enigma to me. I have no idea what is going on in that calculating brain of his. Would he really go to such lengths to "play" Estela?
Diana
I did suspect Dan had the vest on but thought that the bullets had surely done some serious damage due to Morgana's close proximity when she filled him full of lead, what, seven times??"... as he was dying / writinghiswill / sayingoodbye / payinguphisMetroPCSbalance / balancinghischeckbook" - too funny Kirby.
Niecie, is anyone recapping Mi marido? I also like comedies and this has a great cast. I guess Danilo did falsely claim "credit" for killing Blake. Not the first lie he told. Still, I can't forget he has saved Laura's life and that of Paloma.
Joe is still a total enigma to me. I have no idea what is going on in that calculating brain of his. Would he really go to such lengths to "play" Estela?
Diana
Permalink posted by : Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 11:18:00 AM EDT
: Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 11:18:00 AM EDT
Diana, I'm guessing Estella is more playing Joe than the other way around. He seems to like women who dominate him. Never could figure him out.
I've got my fingers crossed that someone out there will be curious enough about Mi marido to recap the premiere. There are some accomplished veteran actors in it and I've never seen them in a straight-up comedy. The previews make me laugh.
Nina, I must tell you that your comments always made me laugh. You have the gift and I loved your razzing of Danilo.
I've got my fingers crossed that someone out there will be curious enough about Mi marido to recap the premiere. There are some accomplished veteran actors in it and I've never seen them in a straight-up comedy. The previews make me laugh.
Nina, I must tell you that your comments always made me laugh. You have the gift and I loved your razzing of Danilo.
Niecie, "I liked the formal awards show. Ryan looked great in a tux and seeing the kids, Rosario, and everybody happy together was sweet." That was really nice seeing everyone together and happy. I didn't care for Laura's "dress" if it can be called that, but I did like the fact that they introduced her as Laura Oviedo. Niecie, I hope you drop in on Ramon once in a while even if just to say "hi." Always looked forward to you comments.
Here's a what if for Season 2: what if Asdrubal didn't die...and he's the one that Laura and Ryan saw?
As for Joe, I still think he was a Carrillo...if Estela couldn't have her brother. maybe she settled for the brother though adoption...hehehe
Here's a what if for Season 2: what if Asdrubal didn't die...and he's the one that Laura and Ryan saw?
As for Joe, I still think he was a Carrillo...if Estela couldn't have her brother. maybe she settled for the brother though adoption...hehehe
Niecie: ThunderThighs in a one piece on stage? It has gone to her head, and those hamburgers went to her saddle bags.
:-)
...
Note to self: If she is young enough to be your daughter, and looks like you a little and thinks like you, this is NOT a match made in Heaven.
Throw her back and re-bait your ...hook.
:-)
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Note to self: If she is young enough to be your daughter, and looks like you a little and thinks like you, this is NOT a match made in Heaven.
Throw her back and re-bait your ...hook.
Hello...I got to watch last night because our B and B actually gets Uni !!!!
First, (((Alfredo))), you are so kind and gracious ..a prince of a recapper. Thank you so much for your time, talent, and effort in bringing us recaps in a very speedy fashion.
Thanks also to Chickie, Julie, Adriana, Anita, and Vivi for excellent recaps. (Vivi, I miss you.)
I looked forward to dropping by this patio everyday . I loved all the fun , insightful, and clever comments. I learned about chickens, goats, the birds and the bees, rides, along with narco songs .
Who picked out Laura's gown for the awards show , and why dies that person hate Laura! Dreadful. Hey, how about giving the girl an award for surviving sex slavery and multiple people trying to torture and kill her? How about that award?
So..is Joe playing Es , or is Es playing Joe? Also, it appears that Joe has stolen one of Mercy's hats to cover his helmet hair. Disguise?
Hubba had to watch last night (one TV here) , and he was impressed by how long it took Dan to "die".. All that jerking and grinning. At the end, when we saw that familiar grin, I wondered if it was Dan's twin. I did not suspect the kevlar vest.
Nina, you peach, when do we leave for your place on the moon? Will there be cheese?
So, what are we watching next?
Okay, off to the beach. Later, gators!
First, (((Alfredo))), you are so kind and gracious ..a prince of a recapper. Thank you so much for your time, talent, and effort in bringing us recaps in a very speedy fashion.
Thanks also to Chickie, Julie, Adriana, Anita, and Vivi for excellent recaps. (Vivi, I miss you.)
I looked forward to dropping by this patio everyday . I loved all the fun , insightful, and clever comments. I learned about chickens, goats, the birds and the bees, rides, along with narco songs .
Who picked out Laura's gown for the awards show , and why dies that person hate Laura! Dreadful. Hey, how about giving the girl an award for surviving sex slavery and multiple people trying to torture and kill her? How about that award?
So..is Joe playing Es , or is Es playing Joe? Also, it appears that Joe has stolen one of Mercy's hats to cover his helmet hair. Disguise?
Hubba had to watch last night (one TV here) , and he was impressed by how long it took Dan to "die".. All that jerking and grinning. At the end, when we saw that familiar grin, I wondered if it was Dan's twin. I did not suspect the kevlar vest.
Nina, you peach, when do we leave for your place on the moon? Will there be cheese?
So, what are we watching next?
Okay, off to the beach. Later, gators!
Permalink posted by : Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 1:30:00 PM EDT
: Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 1:30:00 PM EDT
Kirby, love the ducks!! ...and the nice cool-looking water looks awesome!! My prayers were answered when you said you'd be moving on to Ramon with us...I would have really missed all your wonderful pics.
BTW, did you know you posted your "Laura's hungry" comment at the Ramon patio?
BTW, did you know you posted your "Laura's hungry" comment at the Ramon patio?
"Also, it appears that Joe has stolen one of Mercy's hats to cover his helmet hair. Disguise?" Susanlynn - too funny!
Kirby, "Note to self: If she is young enough to be your daughter, and looks like you a little and thinks like you, this is NOT a match made in Heaven. Throw her back and re-bait your ...hook". I am not sure who you are referring to - Joe? Loved the ducks too.
"what if Asdrubal didn't die...and he's the one that Laura and Ryan saw?" OMG Rgv Chick, that would be amazing! If Dan can rise from the dead...I really was surprised Asdrubal was killed off. As much as he would make the sequel hawt, I fear he was pumped full of lead with nary a bulletproof vest in sight. To have a second Lazarus rising would be fabulous.
Diana
Kirby, "Note to self: If she is young enough to be your daughter, and looks like you a little and thinks like you, this is NOT a match made in Heaven. Throw her back and re-bait your ...hook". I am not sure who you are referring to - Joe? Loved the ducks too.
"what if Asdrubal didn't die...and he's the one that Laura and Ryan saw?" OMG Rgv Chick, that would be amazing! If Dan can rise from the dead...I really was surprised Asdrubal was killed off. As much as he would make the sequel hawt, I fear he was pumped full of lead with nary a bulletproof vest in sight. To have a second Lazarus rising would be fabulous.
Diana
Permalink posted by : Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 3:47:00 PM EDT
: Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 3:47:00 PM EDT
Diana..yes, I was not sure who Kirby was referring to with that comment..a character? Himself?
I, too, wish that honey bunny would have survived like Dan did. I actually thought that the guy we saw at the very end was evil Dan's good twin as a twist on the old evil twin cliche.
So ..are we all headed to the moon to Nina's place or to Ramon?
Ramon has an overabundance of beautiful people , both male and female. I am getting a kick out of all those garage guys in coveralls ,
and I am kind of digging the guy with long hair. Is he a bad guy? The silent girl is beautiful.
I, too, wish that honey bunny would have survived like Dan did. I actually thought that the guy we saw at the very end was evil Dan's good twin as a twist on the old evil twin cliche.
So ..are we all headed to the moon to Nina's place or to Ramon?
Ramon has an overabundance of beautiful people , both male and female. I am getting a kick out of all those garage guys in coveralls ,
and I am kind of digging the guy with long hair. Is he a bad guy? The silent girl is beautiful.
Permalink posted by : Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 4:07:00 PM EDT
: Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 4:07:00 PM EDT
Since we don't know who Laura and Ryan was Shocked to see,it could be anybody
That has died or who we thought died,
Pull a Lazarus. In any case we're not going to find out anything until 2018. Wouldn't it be something if it's
(((((((GreenMrblake)))). Who just toom a drug to slow down his heartbeat? And
That ME is paid to help him with the fake suicide. Just something to think about for the next 4 months.But I do
Not want to be him. Hunnybunny?Yeah!!!
I just said that moontrip thingy as an
Insult to morgana. Her singing couldn't put anybody to sleep,it would
Be torture.
That has died or who we thought died,
Pull a Lazarus. In any case we're not going to find out anything until 2018. Wouldn't it be something if it's
(((((((GreenMrblake)))). Who just toom a drug to slow down his heartbeat? And
That ME is paid to help him with the fake suicide. Just something to think about for the next 4 months.But I do
Not want to be him. Hunnybunny?Yeah!!!
I just said that moontrip thingy as an
Insult to morgana. Her singing couldn't put anybody to sleep,it would
Be torture.
Permalink posted by : Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 4:24:00 PM EDT
: Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 4:24:00 PM EDT
When Dan tells Laura that he killed Blake for her, does it mean that he killed him and made it look like a suicide?
Do we know why Mercy and Walter didn't try harder to find and retrieve baby Essie?
Do we know why Mercy and Walter didn't try harder to find and retrieve baby Essie?
Permalink posted by : Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 4:28:00 PM EDT
: Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 4:28:00 PM EDT
Susygirl if there's cheese it will be burnt Cuz its to close to the sun.Lol.
Permalink posted by : Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 4:29:00 PM EDT
: Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 4:29:00 PM EDT
Hey, Nina..Come on, girl...fly me to the moon!! Love it !!! Are you going to watch Ramon?
Permalink posted by : Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 4:33:00 PM EDT
: Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 4:33:00 PM EDT
Yes I've been watching it. And keeping up with through the recaps, cuz they don't have the closed caption. So I'll
Have to wait for the recaps the next day, which is good because I get to know what's going on. Girl get on one of those birds that Kirby photographs
And hitch a ride.People are so excited about 2 minutes of solar activity. But Im gonna be watchin. People on the beach have a better view of it in north Florida, and I work on the beach that time of the day so I'm going to be watching it.
Have to wait for the recaps the next day, which is good because I get to know what's going on. Girl get on one of those birds that Kirby photographs
And hitch a ride.People are so excited about 2 minutes of solar activity. But Im gonna be watchin. People on the beach have a better view of it in north Florida, and I work on the beach that time of the day so I'm going to be watching it.
Permalink posted by : Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 6:20:00 PM EDT
: Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 6:20:00 PM EDT
Get those glasses that protect your eyes from the eclipse , Nina!
Permalink posted by : Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 6:41:00 PM EDT
: Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 6:41:00 PM EDT
In my several years experience of watching telenovelas I don't ever remember seeing a SECOND SEASON a few months later. ISn't this quite unusual? WAs this considered so popular that Univision thought it would be worth a second season? OR maybe one of the main characters couldn't continue recording so they decided to stop and do another season-- just thoughts.
I was shocked to see Danilo alive in the airport-- I mean despite his vest, he did such an amazing fake job. I was so happy thinking I wouldn't have to listen to his horrible wacky accent anymore -- oh well!!!
I was shocked to see Danilo alive in the airport-- I mean despite his vest, he did such an amazing fake job. I was so happy thinking I wouldn't have to listen to his horrible wacky accent anymore -- oh well!!!
Permalink posted by : Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 7:28:00 PM EDT
: Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 7:28:00 PM EDT
"When Dan tells Laura that he killed Blake for her, does it mean that he killed him and made it look like a suicide? That possibility never occurred to me Susanlynn. But wasn't he found with butterflies on his eyes? In retrospect, that is really strange - would he really do that to himself? It was a Danilo touch, a flourish for sure. You really have me wondering.
"wouldn't it be something if it's (((((((GreenMrblake)))). Who just toom a drug to slow down his heartbeat?" Nina, anything is possible. I really, really hope he is dead and buried, whether by his own hand (or Danilo's). But Laura and Ryan (to me) looked both shocked and horrified, in equal parts. It was definitely not someone they expected to or wanted to see.
Love the possibilities. I have a lot to ruminate these next months.
Diana
"wouldn't it be something if it's (((((((GreenMrblake)))). Who just toom a drug to slow down his heartbeat?" Nina, anything is possible. I really, really hope he is dead and buried, whether by his own hand (or Danilo's). But Laura and Ryan (to me) looked both shocked and horrified, in equal parts. It was definitely not someone they expected to or wanted to see.
Love the possibilities. I have a lot to ruminate these next months.
Diana
Permalink posted by : Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 8:40:00 PM EDT
: Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 8:40:00 PM EDT
Susanlynn, I think the good looking guy with the long hair and overalls you are referring to on Ramon is Alfredo Gatica, who is Luis Gatica's nephew.
Diana
Diana
Permalink posted by : Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 8:42:00 PM EDT
: Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 8:42:00 PM EDT
Diana..Was Luis Gatica Big Ed Yanez's bff in Corazon Salvaje?
Permalink posted by : Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 9:39:00 PM EDT
: Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 9:39:00 PM EDT
OMGosh, I just realized who Luis Gatica is...Ricardo in ELCDLP...wow! And DYK...Esmeralda Pimental and Alfredo are novios..as of a report in February?
hmmm...who did Laura and Ry see ?...UndeadDan? NotreallydeadBun? Fausto? Tona? Estela? It has to someone Laura and Ry both know. Someone they are either shocked and\or scared to see.
Permalink posted by : Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 9:46:00 PM EDT
: Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 9:46:00 PM EDT
Could it be Walter?? No, only kidding. I have been hoping Cesar Evora would have a presence here. The few scenes he did do all ended up on the cutting room floor. For a while, I did think he was ED. Wishful thinking.
Depending on the timing, it could be Dan. It could be Estela. It might be Badbun. I thought all along he was one of the more interesting, enigmatic characters here.
Susanlynn, yes, Luis was Ed's friend in CS. He has been in a lot of things and was great in ELCDLP as you noted Rgv Chick. And when I looked Alfredo up (as I thought initially he was Luis' son), I saw the pictures of him and Esmerelda. They make a nice looking couple.
Diana
Depending on the timing, it could be Dan. It could be Estela. It might be Badbun. I thought all along he was one of the more interesting, enigmatic characters here.
Susanlynn, yes, Luis was Ed's friend in CS. He has been in a lot of things and was great in ELCDLP as you noted Rgv Chick. And when I looked Alfredo up (as I thought initially he was Luis' son), I saw the pictures of him and Esmerelda. They make a nice looking couple.
Diana
Permalink posted by : Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 10:39:00 PM EDT
: Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 10:39:00 PM EDT
I don't think seeing danilo would put that look on their face, because when they went out to the site where he was supposed to be the body was gone so I don't think they'd be that shocked at seeing him, but Walter,now that would shock people.
I waS glad to see letty with her own
Sewing business and she'll become a us
Citizen. And chav has a bakery? They
Should get married. I wonder if that
Poison morgana gave her damaged her, caused any reproductive problems?Just in case They might want to have any little seamtresses a or bakers. She knows about that right? Seem like she does. Well more Answers next year. Lol
Happy New year yall, lol :)
I waS glad to see letty with her own
Sewing business and she'll become a us
Citizen. And chav has a bakery? They
Should get married. I wonder if that
Poison morgana gave her damaged her, caused any reproductive problems?Just in case They might want to have any little seamtresses a or bakers. She knows about that right? Seem like she does. Well more Answers next year. Lol
Happy New year yall, lol :)
Permalink posted by : Sunday, August 20, 2017 at 12:13:00 AM EDT
: Sunday, August 20, 2017 at 12:13:00 AM EDT
Nina, Chav has been loyal and dedicated to Leticia since he met her. It seems she is what he wants and now, it appears she feels the same.
It crossed my mind that Leticia may not be able to have more children. But as they have invested a lot of time into their story line, a happy ending might be in the cards.
I can't believe we will have to wait 5 months to see who is strutting down the concert aisle!
Diana
It crossed my mind that Leticia may not be able to have more children. But as they have invested a lot of time into their story line, a happy ending might be in the cards.
I can't believe we will have to wait 5 months to see who is strutting down the concert aisle!
Diana
Permalink posted by : Sunday, August 20, 2017 at 8:22:00 AM EDT
: Sunday, August 20, 2017 at 8:22:00 AM EDT
"Taylor Shop".. Those English homonyms really trip non native English speakers up. Does she make costumes for Taylor Swift???
Nina..yes, Walter would be a big surprise. I guess Laura has seen photos of Walter.
Nina..yes, Walter would be a big surprise. I guess Laura has seen photos of Walter.
Permalink posted by : Sunday, August 20, 2017 at 11:01:00 AM EDT
: Sunday, August 20, 2017 at 11:01:00 AM EDT
Good Morning, Everyone!
So Walter is being considered, huh? Would Laura recognize him? I'm sure she's seen pictures of him, but has she seen enough to be able to recognize him that quickly? The look she gave seemed to be that of fear, would she be afraid of Walter? Idea from left field...could it be her Mom...naahh her mom left when she was very young and she might not recognize her that quickly either?? I'm still hoping for HoleyBun ...hehe
On another note, I would like to take this time to thank everyone for opening your arms and your hearts to make me feel so welcome. This patio is filled with beautiful people...in every sense of the word...kind, generous, thoughtful, intelligent, witty...I could go on and on (with good things of course!). One of the things that I enjoyed the most was the interaction and respect for other's opinions. I'm so glad I started watching TNs again; if not, I would have never found this amazing group. I feel I have new caring friends who will be there through thick and thin...through TN busts and TN blockbusters :-)
Alfredo, thank you so much for getting this patio going and for giving me the opportunity to participate as a commenter as well as a recapper...what a great experience! Vivi, thank you for caring and giving your time to start us on the recaps. Julie jewels, you are truly a gem, your wit and generosity are to be admired. Kirby, thank you for always bringing us your wit and wisdom...and your beautiful pictures that brighten our days. Susy, Diana, NiNa and Niecie your kindness and dedication to the patio(s) are always consistent and praiseworthy...I always look forward to reading your thoughts. Anita and Adriana Noel, thank you for taking the time to recap and comment despite your busy schedules. To Steve, L Linda,and all the other commenters, I also thank you for sharing your thoughts and time. Everyone here in instrumental in making this patio my chocolate...and I luuuurve chocolate..there isn't a day taht goes by that I don't have some...just as there is no day that goes by that I can come to this patio and find my cyber friends!!
Thanks to this patio, I have now added to my diet Hopes, Smoochies and Justice juice...these will keep me strong and I will look forward to stocking new patios with these delicious and delightful treats. I do hope to see everyone over at Ramon...any patio can be great as long as it has the right "ingredients." This is definitely not good-bye...just SEE YA LATER!!
So Walter is being considered, huh? Would Laura recognize him? I'm sure she's seen pictures of him, but has she seen enough to be able to recognize him that quickly? The look she gave seemed to be that of fear, would she be afraid of Walter? Idea from left field...could it be her Mom...naahh her mom left when she was very young and she might not recognize her that quickly either?? I'm still hoping for HoleyBun ...hehe
On another note, I would like to take this time to thank everyone for opening your arms and your hearts to make me feel so welcome. This patio is filled with beautiful people...in every sense of the word...kind, generous, thoughtful, intelligent, witty...I could go on and on (with good things of course!). One of the things that I enjoyed the most was the interaction and respect for other's opinions. I'm so glad I started watching TNs again; if not, I would have never found this amazing group. I feel I have new caring friends who will be there through thick and thin...through TN busts and TN blockbusters :-)
Alfredo, thank you so much for getting this patio going and for giving me the opportunity to participate as a commenter as well as a recapper...what a great experience! Vivi, thank you for caring and giving your time to start us on the recaps. Julie jewels, you are truly a gem, your wit and generosity are to be admired. Kirby, thank you for always bringing us your wit and wisdom...and your beautiful pictures that brighten our days. Susy, Diana, NiNa and Niecie your kindness and dedication to the patio(s) are always consistent and praiseworthy...I always look forward to reading your thoughts. Anita and Adriana Noel, thank you for taking the time to recap and comment despite your busy schedules. To Steve, L Linda,and all the other commenters, I also thank you for sharing your thoughts and time. Everyone here in instrumental in making this patio my chocolate...and I luuuurve chocolate..there isn't a day taht goes by that I don't have some...just as there is no day that goes by that I can come to this patio and find my cyber friends!!
Thanks to this patio, I have now added to my diet Hopes, Smoochies and Justice juice...these will keep me strong and I will look forward to stocking new patios with these delicious and delightful treats. I do hope to see everyone over at Ramon...any patio can be great as long as it has the right "ingredients." This is definitely not good-bye...just SEE YA LATER!!
RVG Chick: I'm assuming we're likely to see Senator Logan in Season 2.... by that time, he'll be in the Mayor's office at Riverside City Hall.
OT Will anyone be recapping the new show?
Permalink posted by : Sunday, August 20, 2017 at 2:45:00 PM EDT
: Sunday, August 20, 2017 at 2:45:00 PM EDT
Anon 2:45, which show? The second season?
BTW, I just read an article that said the second season will center around Laura and Ryan and the "cloud" over their happiness brought in by "El Dorado" and Danilow. I wonder who the new El Dorado will be...or could Estela still be behind it again...maybe through one of Pedro C's children?
Steve, Senator Logan actually crossed my mind as the one Laura saw at the end. Maybe he was one of her former "clients" and used a different name.
BTW, I just read an article that said the second season will center around Laura and Ryan and the "cloud" over their happiness brought in by "El Dorado" and Danilow. I wonder who the new El Dorado will be...or could Estela still be behind it again...maybe through one of Pedro C's children?
Steve, Senator Logan actually crossed my mind as the one Laura saw at the end. Maybe he was one of her former "clients" and used a different name.
RGV Chick: Oh, okay. Thank you for responding.
Permalink posted by : Sunday, August 20, 2017 at 3:31:00 PM EDT
: Sunday, August 20, 2017 at 3:31:00 PM EDT
I hope somebody does. It looks like it might be a riproarin funny one.
Permalink posted by : Sunday, August 20, 2017 at 5:39:00 PM EDT
: Sunday, August 20, 2017 at 5:39:00 PM EDT
OT- if anyone wants to see the Bionic Man and the Biomic Woman back together again, watch "Eat, Play, Love" on the Hallmark channel. It's on now, but I'm sure they'll show it again soon.
I'm surprised no one else mentioned - Estela and Joe were wearing matching rings. Big ones. They're married! I still think he's up to something, though.
Why didn't Morgana shoot Danilo in the head? She wasted all those bullets on his chest.
We're sure that Blake killed himself, right? Didn't we see him shoot himself in the head? That's a tough thing to come back from. I'm not sure if Danilo even knew about his thing with butterflies, so I thought that was all Blake.
Weird that Morgana didn't marry Sagrado until after the year jump. Also weird that Paloma wasn't any taller!
Suzy: "Hey, how about giving the girl an award for surviving sex slavery and multiple people trying to torture and kill her? How about that award?" Yeah, right? I suppose her award for that is that she isn't dead... but that's not very glamorous. She deserves more. (Like the rest of her dress. What a dumb outfit!)
Amotelenovelas - this "season 2" thing is kind of a new trend over the last year or so. I don't know how well it's working out, though. What I like about TNs is that they're finite. If this TN had wrapped up properly, I might be more excited about a S2 with all new storylines, but I've had enough of the El Dorado story, especially Estela.
I won't rule out watching it, depending on who's in it. But that's only if Univision even shows it. I don't have much faith in them. They've shown little regard for their viewers and it wouldn't be shocking if they put S2 on Unimas or on the website exclusive instead.
Why didn't Morgana shoot Danilo in the head? She wasted all those bullets on his chest.
We're sure that Blake killed himself, right? Didn't we see him shoot himself in the head? That's a tough thing to come back from. I'm not sure if Danilo even knew about his thing with butterflies, so I thought that was all Blake.
Weird that Morgana didn't marry Sagrado until after the year jump. Also weird that Paloma wasn't any taller!
Suzy: "Hey, how about giving the girl an award for surviving sex slavery and multiple people trying to torture and kill her? How about that award?" Yeah, right? I suppose her award for that is that she isn't dead... but that's not very glamorous. She deserves more. (Like the rest of her dress. What a dumb outfit!)
Amotelenovelas - this "season 2" thing is kind of a new trend over the last year or so. I don't know how well it's working out, though. What I like about TNs is that they're finite. If this TN had wrapped up properly, I might be more excited about a S2 with all new storylines, but I've had enough of the El Dorado story, especially Estela.
I won't rule out watching it, depending on who's in it. But that's only if Univision even shows it. I don't have much faith in them. They've shown little regard for their viewers and it wouldn't be shocking if they put S2 on Unimas or on the website exclusive instead.
Oooh! Rgv Chick, I don't get the Hallmark Channel, but that sounds pretty cool!
I have too much stuff to keep up with lately, so I need to take some time off from recapping and the Patio. I had planned to say a few words about how it's been fun, etc. but I just can't quite bring myself to do it. I'm too sad. You people - recappers and commenters - have been a bright spot in my life for quite a while now. None of this would have been any fun without you, and honestly there were a few times when you were the only fun part of my day.
Thank you. *sniffle*
I might, maybe, possibly watch Mi Marido on an irregular basis when it's convenient, for the thrill of seeing Diana Bracho in a comedy. But that's it for my TN-watching, and even that probably won't last long, because I can't stand Osorio.
I will try to pop in on Ramon once in a while to make sure everyone is eating their Reduced-Lead Hopeos.
I have too much stuff to keep up with lately, so I need to take some time off from recapping and the Patio. I had planned to say a few words about how it's been fun, etc. but I just can't quite bring myself to do it. I'm too sad. You people - recappers and commenters - have been a bright spot in my life for quite a while now. None of this would have been any fun without you, and honestly there were a few times when you were the only fun part of my day.
Thank you. *sniffle*
I might, maybe, possibly watch Mi Marido on an irregular basis when it's convenient, for the thrill of seeing Diana Bracho in a comedy. But that's it for my TN-watching, and even that probably won't last long, because I can't stand Osorio.
I will try to pop in on Ramon once in a while to make sure everyone is eating their Reduced-Lead Hopeos.
And who Laura saw at the end of the episode - and Ryan too - is probably someone they both know. The two most likely candidates are Danilo and Fausto. Fausto could be out of jail on probation, or he could have slithered out of prison through the pipes.
But Danilo would make more sense. He could be there just to make a grand entrance and steal the spotlight; they'd be giving him those looks of horror because they think he's dead. (Only problem with that is that if Sagrado finds out he's alive, he'll want him dead. Again. Unless Dani killed him like five minutes ago and word hasn't gotten out yet.)
But I would be fairly happy to see BunMan again. I don't think it's good form to have both him AND Danilo survive, but BunMan was fun.
But Danilo would make more sense. He could be there just to make a grand entrance and steal the spotlight; they'd be giving him those looks of horror because they think he's dead. (Only problem with that is that if Sagrado finds out he's alive, he'll want him dead. Again. Unless Dani killed him like five minutes ago and word hasn't gotten out yet.)
But I would be fairly happy to see BunMan again. I don't think it's good form to have both him AND Danilo survive, but BunMan was fun.
Alfredo, Julie, Rgv Chick, Adriana, Anita, Vivi--thanks for all the recaps for this show. You made it fun, even when the on-screen stuff wasn't.
So, we're done for the time being. Our lead characters were already married, so instead of a wedding dress for Laura, we had an awards show with the anti-wedding dress. Black, totally sheer and not the best look.
Morgana's wedding dress wasn't so fab, either. She was most certainly not a happy bride. We dedicate "Lying Eyes" to her as a background song. I really liked the setting and photography on the scene where she shoots Danilo and he supposedly dies. I also loved his final phone call to Laura--completely in character.
I shouldn't be so picky with poor Leticia, but someone should have told her the correct spelling for "Taylor" shop. Customers might have trouble finding her.
I have a tepid interest in the sequel. Joe and Estela together? Don't like Estela and don't care all that much about Joe. We'll see what and who is included.
Thanks to the patio for all the entertaining comments.
So, we're done for the time being. Our lead characters were already married, so instead of a wedding dress for Laura, we had an awards show with the anti-wedding dress. Black, totally sheer and not the best look.
Morgana's wedding dress wasn't so fab, either. She was most certainly not a happy bride. We dedicate "Lying Eyes" to her as a background song. I really liked the setting and photography on the scene where she shoots Danilo and he supposedly dies. I also loved his final phone call to Laura--completely in character.
I shouldn't be so picky with poor Leticia, but someone should have told her the correct spelling for "Taylor" shop. Customers might have trouble finding her.
I have a tepid interest in the sequel. Joe and Estela together? Don't like Estela and don't care all that much about Joe. We'll see what and who is included.
Thanks to the patio for all the entertaining comments.
Julie, your comments and recaps are always pure gold. You know we'll miss you while you're away dealing with life's challenges. Wishing you strength and smiles each day.
"I'm surprised no one else mentioned - Estela and Joe were wearing matching rings. Big ones. They're married!"
What???? OMG, I never noticed the matching rings...Estela and Joe. Married? What a more perfect way to stick it to Mercy than marry her boyfriend.
"Fausto could be out of jail on probation, or he could have slithered out of prison through the pipes". Oh Julie. Nobody does it better...
Julie your recaps have uplifted me on many not so bright days. I am sad that you will not be here each day but wish you all the best. You will be very much missed. Please come back soon and often. Your little family will be here waiting for you. God bless.
Diana
What???? OMG, I never noticed the matching rings...Estela and Joe. Married? What a more perfect way to stick it to Mercy than marry her boyfriend.
"Fausto could be out of jail on probation, or he could have slithered out of prison through the pipes". Oh Julie. Nobody does it better...
Julie your recaps have uplifted me on many not so bright days. I am sad that you will not be here each day but wish you all the best. You will be very much missed. Please come back soon and often. Your little family will be here waiting for you. God bless.
Diana
Permalink posted by : Monday, August 21, 2017 at 7:23:00 AM EDT
: Monday, August 21, 2017 at 7:23:00 AM EDT
Julie, Take care. I won't be watching the recapped Ramon regularly but hope to see you sometimes when I pop in.
Thinking about Doble Vida Part 2, if it happens. They've swung back and forth between Danilo as villain and as comic relief. Maybe he finds redemption and joins with Laura and Ryan against a big bad enemy, like Apollo Creed joining with Rocky against a bigger foe.
Thinking about Doble Vida Part 2, if it happens. They've swung back and forth between Danilo as villain and as comic relief. Maybe he finds redemption and joins with Laura and Ryan against a big bad enemy, like Apollo Creed joining with Rocky against a bigger foe.
They took care to show us the rings, in fact. You can see Joe's when he puts his hand on Estela's shoulder (or is it her chair). It's quite substantial - it's practically finger-armor (or it looked that way on my little TV).
Then when they are kissing, you can see Estela's ring, which is also large but I think not as big as Joe's.
Funny, I noticed Joe's when I caught the end on Friday night, but it didn't register with me that it was on his left hand. But I noticed both when I watched the full episode.
Then when they are kissing, you can see Estela's ring, which is also large but I think not as big as Joe's.
Funny, I noticed Joe's when I caught the end on Friday night, but it didn't register with me that it was on his left hand. But I noticed both when I watched the full episode.
Niecie, can you please write to the writer's with your suggestion? IF they were to do as you suggest, I just might reconsider watching the second season :-)
Julie, I truly hope you drop in at "Ramon" often. You will be greatly missed!
Julie, I truly hope you drop in at "Ramon" often. You will be greatly missed!
Great idea Niecie!
I know I should have given up on Dan ages ago. But the actor deserves so much credit. He's made him (fairly) palatable, even in full view of everything he's done. I don't think his smiling, posturing or eye twinkling were at the behest of any director. They were all Danilo, the actor's own. I give him tremendous credit for giving a tinge of humanity to this unethical killer.
Diana
I know I should have given up on Dan ages ago. But the actor deserves so much credit. He's made him (fairly) palatable, even in full view of everything he's done. I don't think his smiling, posturing or eye twinkling were at the behest of any director. They were all Danilo, the actor's own. I give him tremendous credit for giving a tinge of humanity to this unethical killer.
Diana
Permalink posted by : Monday, August 21, 2017 at 3:22:00 PM EDT
: Monday, August 21, 2017 at 3:22:00 PM EDT
(((Julie)))..i will miss you. Please stop by Ramon whenever you can. You have often brightened my days , too...for many years now, right? I love your wit and your wisdom.
Permalink posted by : Monday, August 21, 2017 at 6:47:00 PM EDT
: Monday, August 21, 2017 at 6:47:00 PM EDT
Chickie..Could you, please, give me a heads up if "Eat, Pray, Love" with The Bionics comes on Hallmark again? I would like to see that.
Permalink posted by : Monday, August 21, 2017 at 6:55:00 PM EDT
: Monday, August 21, 2017 at 6:55:00 PM EDT
I don't know where my first post went, but I'll try to write it again.
Thank you, Alfredo, for getting this lovely group started and for giving us all the curiosity to watch Estela....
To my fellow recappers, thank you for all the laughs and especially for bailing me out on more than one occasion.
And to all the posters, thank you for your patience and your kind words. I haven't always been present but I hugely appreciate the chats and the fun things I learned from all of you.
A few random notes about the show:
If there is a sequel (I here there might not be) I think they will play it as Joe tricking Estela. I think he is fooling her but if there is no part 2 we can take it as Joe and Estela riding into the sunset together.
Ariadne's baby is cuuuute! But what was the point in Laura having a kid with a questionable paternity if theu weren't planning on using it right away? They're putting too much faith into a second season, imo.
Thank you, Alfredo, for getting this lovely group started and for giving us all the curiosity to watch Estela....
To my fellow recappers, thank you for all the laughs and especially for bailing me out on more than one occasion.
And to all the posters, thank you for your patience and your kind words. I haven't always been present but I hugely appreciate the chats and the fun things I learned from all of you.
A few random notes about the show:
If there is a sequel (I here there might not be) I think they will play it as Joe tricking Estela. I think he is fooling her but if there is no part 2 we can take it as Joe and Estela riding into the sunset together.
Ariadne's baby is cuuuute! But what was the point in Laura having a kid with a questionable paternity if theu weren't planning on using it right away? They're putting too much faith into a second season, imo.
Though I was not on the forum much at all for this novela I do want to MEGADITTO my thanks to all of you for recapping and commenting. I I love the fact that there exists such a site for those of us who love to discuss these shows. I may be in a minority in this group but I was very disappointed in this novela other than watching Palomita. I also enjoyed la Regia's songs but there were no characters that seemed real to me with maybe a couple of exceptions. I can't imagine why they would be doing a second season unless perhaps one of the actors was promised a certain amount of episodes which he didn't get and threatened to sue Univision---a joke!!! HOWEVER, I am watching Enamorandome and Marido and enjoying both - much more than Doble Vida. As of this moment, I would recommend both to those of you who are still deciding. I love it when a good % of the actors speak clearly and articulately as they do in Enamorandome. I shall see your u guys back here soon - if someone is recapping the 2 new shows!!!!
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: Wednesday, August 23, 2017 at 9:36:00 PM EDT
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