Thursday, August 06, 2026
PRIMETIME on Univisión (#2) Tan Cerca de Ti, Nace El Amor, Guardian de Mi Vida, & Corazon de Oro - Week of Aug. 3, 2026
Welcome to page 2 of Primetime TNs/Series. Discussion for Tan Cerca de Ti, Nace El Amor is going strong!! Thank you, Jarifa, for your outstanding notes from the couch! Drop in and join the fun! As always and PLE-E-EASE!!, if some brave soul(s) would like to contribute a recap or just some highlights for any of the listed TNs, it would be greatly appreciated. You can also add to or clarify scenes/details, especially those that are favs or not-so-favs. The TNs covered by this page are:
8-9 PM – Tan Cerca de Ti, Nace El Amor: Ep. 49-50
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de Mi Vida: Ep. 58-59
10-11pm – Corazon de Oro: Ep. 18-19
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Susan, I laughed out loud at “Rex resists watering Barb’s grass blouse.” That would have been SO funny. We could write this stuff ourselves; we really could.
I don’t think Mariano lost too much money at the casino. They just talked about how it’s where he goes to cheer up when he’s sad, etc. I have to say this show is taking a very cavalier attitude toward gambling addiction. They usually handle the PSAs pretty well, so I hope they’ll come around. By the end of this show, I’d like to see him in a 12-step meeting.
I get all caught up yesterday afternoon, then lose Internet around 8 p.m. and it's still out. I guess I can watch on my phone but it's annoying watching that way. Sorry I can't keep up with the discussion. Spectrum does not make it easy to report outages. A tech is coming out tomorrow afternoon but since we had pretty intense storms last night I think there is a line down somewhere. If this keeps up we will look into going with the fiberoptic option that came to our road last year!
Notes from the Couch The "Things are Brewing" dition
1. Bruno introduces himself as a messenger at the Navarro company to Dani in Vale's quince dress. He thinks she looks like a princess. . They are both immediately taken with each other. Kassandra is not happy that he folded the documents he brought for her to sign. She tells him he can get a folder and a backpack so it doesn't happen again.
2. It runs out that Dani has on Vale's dress so Kassandra has a better idea of the kind of dress she wants. Kassandra promises her that her dress will be a thousand times better.
3. Eleazar is kicking himself for having talked the way he did to Vale.
4. Vale leaves the shop and Hugo sees she is upset. She refuses to tells him what is going on. Eleazar comes out and wants to talk to her.
5. Aurelio came to the office and was surprised to see Romina was not there so he talks to Marcos in the break room. Iván listens outside the door. Marcos says Romina is not sick but left last night for Vero's house. Why? Marcos says it seems they are headed for a separation.
6. Consuelo is at the shrine crying and apologizing to her late sister for what she feels for Aurelio but promising her she will not fail her. She has no right to.
7. Diego arrives at a park where he is going to meet Majo. Unfortunately, he is being followed by Claudia who is scurrying like a gremlin hiding behind trees.
8. Vale tells Eleazar she got the message. He insists and wants to talk to her alone. She puts her arm around Hugo and says it isn't happening. Eleazar starts to give in when Rebeca his "girlfriend" arrives". Vale sticks it to Eleazar telling Rebeca that Eleazar just asked her if she had seen her at school. Rebeca is so impressed and s all over Eleazar. Vale and Hugo leave them as they go for some coffee.
9. Marcos explains that he and Romina had an argument and she left. No, he didn't do anything and he didn't cheat on her. Unfortunately for Iván, Olga shows up and drags him away. He agrees they have some tea in his office with no double entendres included.
10. Marcos tells Aurelio he will talk to Romina. Aurelio says that Marcos stabbed him in the heart with his news.He wants Marcos to fix things with Romina or he will have to deal with him. It is about time they had a baby. He wants to be a grandfather already.
11. Majo sees Claudia and leaves. Diego cannot find her but right behind him is Claudia announcing that she followed him. In her twisted mind, she thinks that Diego was cheating on her before they broke up. So, that gives her the right to know who the girl is. He tells her she is making a huge mistake and leaves as she calls for him to come back.
12. Joaquín tells Facundo that all is going well with Vale. They will have to cone up with a new schedule and a new bike that is exclusively hers. Facundo agrees but has issues of his own. He wants to talk to Joaquín as a friend. He is worried. It has to do with Vero.
13. Vero is in Vale's room enjoying her photos. She remembers Facundo telling her that if she were to betray him, he would betray her. A look of fear passes over her face.
14. Facundo says that for Joaquín, Vero is an employee but she is many things to everyone else and it is hard for her to be all those things due to all of responsibilities he is giving her. Facundo would like him not to give her anything extra to do like bringing her here to his office . . . at night. Joaquín is ready to explain but Facundo says that Vero already explained it to him. All he is asking is that Joaquín not put so much on her shoulders. Joaquín has on his poker face.
15. Claudia asks Majo if she can trust her. Majo says yes. Claudia is super sure that Diego is going out with somebody. She tells Majo about following Diego. She will find out who that girl is. Majo promises to not tell Diego a word. Majo gets a call from Diego. Claudia goes to work.
16. Diego and Majo compare notes on Claudia and the park. Diego says Claudia is crazy (I agree with him). Majo is kinder and says that Claudia is only sad and angry. He cannot put up with her. She is around all the time. Majo hangs up as Claudia comes back saying she is going to get a breath of air. Claudia asks if she is all right. Majo says she is as she works.
17. Rebeca is in the shop with Eleazar and isn't getting the attention she would like as he is involved with the bikes. He finally explains he had a very bad day and all he wants to finish his work and go home. She says no need to explain. She likes him no matter what. There is almost a kiss when Facundo calls.
18. Facundo is reminding Eleazaar one more time he has to be 100% focused on his career even though he wants to help Claudia. So, Facundo is going to help him find Claudia's father. He has a clue.
19. Vale tries to explain to Hugo how Eleazar is acting. He explains they are all on the same team but it is still competitive. Eleazar now has to worry about him and her. She wonders why it has to be that way. He says Eleazar is the worst. If he were in his place, he would try to make her smile every day. He gently pushes back her her hair. Nayeli sees it, announces her presence and takes control. He is visibly shocked and she kisses him long and hard.
20. Facundo enters the confessional and tells Nico that he divorced his wife and any time she has tried to remake her life , he has dedicated himself to ruining it for her. He could not stand the thought of seeing her with another man. It isn't because he still loved her. Sometimes he despises her but she was HIS and nobody else could touch her. The worst was that she fell in love with somebody else. Somebody like him, Nicolás! Nico asks HOW??? Facundo continues saying the man who went to bed with his ex now says mass and hands out hosts. He makes a point that he didn't come to fight. He only came to confess a sin that Nico didn't know he had committed. Lorena, who he left behind, had a daughter whom she never told was Nico's.
21. Kassandra is talking quince dresses as Dani thinks about Bruno and wants to talk abut him but that is not happening.
22. Meli asks Kassandra if Vero is there. She needs help. Kassandra says she is the one who they need to be asking. for help. Vero is paid only to do cleaning. Meli has an assignment for school for the next day. She has to come dressed as a revolutionary Adelita. Kassandra wants to know why she left it for the last minute, Meli forgot. Vero volunteers to help but Kassandra shuts her down.
23. Facundo tells Nico that his daughter's name is Claudia and he leaves. Nico burst out of the confessional but Facundo is gone.
24. Romina tells Consuelo that she doesn't know what to do with her life. Consuelo says that she and Vero will take care of her. She can take her time. Aurelio is at the door.
25. Aurelio insists on talking to Romina. He knows she is there.
26. Kassandra cannot find anything for Meli to wear for her Adelita costume.
Meli keeps saying that Vero could help them which is something that Kassandra doesn't want to hear. She and her sisters don't need Vero, they have her.
27. Vero sees Vale's quince dress and talks about it with Dani as well as her own quince. Dani says Kassandra is being really good helping her . She is so sophisticated and has good taste. She has high hopes. Also, on the day of her quince, her parents are going to make their return! It will be the best gift ever.
28. Hugo goes racing.
29. Nayeli asks Vale why it looked like Hugo was consoling her. Vale explains that she has not been doing well for a while now. It is as if something inside of her doesn't fit. She thought if they allowed her to train, all of this would be solved but it didn't happen. She feels such anguish, such pain. Nayeli asks if it is a love problem. Nayeli says it seemed like there was something between her and Hugo. Vale makes it clear that Hugo is her best friend and is like her brother. (somebody better remind him of that) Nayeli asks if it is about Eleazar. Vale smiles and says in part. It hurts and it is hard to see him. Vale adds that it goes deeper than that. It is as if her past is incomplete. She always knew she was adopted but her greatest pain comes from knowing that her birth mother despised her as if she were nothing. Nayeli says it wasn't like that. . . Vale asks how does she know?
30. Nico asks God if he has a daughter. He asks the Virgin if he made that big of a mistake. Did he cause that much pain by going away? He thinks back to a conversation with Vero about her daughter where she asked him what would he do if he had a child and there was only one chance to be near them. He then thinks of Facundo telling him his daughter's name is Claudia. Nico admits he wasn't there for his child's first step, or for anything at all. He needs God to show him the way because he feels he has failed as a man and as HIS servant.
31. Joaquín calls Vero to see how things are going at the house. She says fine and mentions thatKassandra is busy working on a costume for Meli that she needs tomorrow and with Dani on her quince. Joaquín is pleased. Vero then gives him the bad news that Dani is expecting her parents to return on the day of her quince party. It will be their gift. Joaquín thought that was all a thing of the past. She did , too. He thanks her for being so attentive. She has such a big heart. He will think about how to handle the issue with Dani.
32. Bruno has brought a good meal from home for lunch that Consuelo made. He ends making some money for himself by selling it to Iván. It turns out that Romina isn't there to make change so he owes him 50 cents. Iván is ready to forgive the debt if Bruno gives him Romina's address to he can bring her some papers. Bruno smiles.
33.. Aurelio tells Romina she has to admit she is wrong. She cannot leave her husband. She has to go back. Romina cannot believe what he is saying. All she wants is for him to support her, to be on her side, since he is her father. She needs his support. He looks like she asked him to jump in front of a car. She is not doing well!!! She needs to be where she is and doesn't care if he agrees or doesn't.
34.. Nayeli tries to explain that there is no way to be sure but there are mothers who who give up their babies for reasons that they do not understand. Maybe she isn't with her because something really terrible happened. Vale thinks it is nice that Nayeli can think that way but in reality that woman forgot about her as if she never existed. Nayeli cannot change her mind. Vale says Nayeli has the best mother in the world "Consuelo" and all she is left with is an anger that sometimes doesn't let her breathe. Nayeli asks if she has ever thought of looking for her and confronting her. She has no interest.
35. Eleazar visits his father in his office. Facundo's phone rings. It is Mario. Facundo doesn't answer. Eleazar notices he looks nervous. Facundo says it is nothing. He has something for Eleazar: the name and number of Claudia's father but neither Claudia or Lorena should know it came from him.
36. Kassandra is working on Meli's costume and Vero offers to help.and let everyone think that Kassandra did it all. Kassandra turns her down. Joaquín comes home happy to see Kassandra working on the costume.He thanks her.
She adds, making sure Vero is in ear shot, that she thinks it is good practice for when they have a child of their own since he mentioned that is what he wanted. He looks uncomfortable and suggests she has Vero to help her. She refuses.
37. Nico is working out with his boxing bag when he gets a call. Eleazar asks if he is talking to Nicolás Arellano. Nico says it is him and asks who he is talking to. There is only silence
FIN
Kat, I find it easier to catch up *after* there’s been a little chitchat, so I know what to look for. You definitely don’t want to miss the grass blouse. And Cata’s boots were made for walkin’ when she left Ines sniveling on the floor in the dance studio.
Where are you in SC? I have a friend who just moved to Hartsville.
Jarifa, your descriptives tonight were especially sublime. Your noting Claudia was "scurrying like a gremlin" was perfect. I've no idea how you posted this so quickly but you captured it all and did so in fine fashion.
Nico received the shock of his life, cruelly delivered to boot. He looked as though he is in utter shock. Romina's face reflected pure pain, she is clearly devastated. How like Aurelio to impose HIS expectation that Romina patch up HER marriage. He is so sanctimonious and smug. I loathed Ivan eavesdropping and even worse bribing Bruno to give him Romina's address by lying to him. If he really cared about Romina, he would give her space to see if she and Marcos can work things out first. There was no mistaking the way Hugo was looking at Vale which Yaneli immediately picked up on. He is a fool. Vale spoke the truth in that she and Hugo are friends (her momentary wishing he were free aside) but as you sagely noted someone should remind Hugo of that!
What in heavens name is Kassie concocting for poor Meli?? All I see is lace and frilly rather cheap looking fabric. A disaster in the making.
I loved the beautiful yellow Gerber daisies.
Crazy eyed Claudia is going over the edge. Is a bunny boil on the horizon??
Jarifa, thank you so much.
Well, the Sofia Swap has been effected: let the games begin.
Vic has RealSofia squirreled away at some private clinic, where he’s apparently paid off Dr. Cuellar to convince her she has a dangerous virus and has to be kept in isolation. Not sure why Vic is allowed to be there, maybe because he’s a dangerous virus himself.
And Monique’s secret is out, thanks to a dropped handbag full of cheap makeup, a past-due tuition bill, and — gasp! — her true and very unfashionable address. That is one feral kitten.
Limon is back on the job, thanks to unspecified “allies,” and he’s so unpleasant to Marisol that I’ve stopped feeling sorry for him.
Cariño confesses to Solovino that she’s unrequitedly in love with Rulo, but of course he’s not talking.
Blue Lass, thanks for filling in some information . I couldn't figure out what the paper was that fell out of Monique's purse right before ReX was beating on her.
OH MY goodness,...where to begin ???? The pot is bubbling now .
Yes, the switch is made . yikes... Notsofia "wakes up" and smacks Barb a good one in the face . Even awful Gonzo is alarmed . Ari is giving her a suspicious look . Franco is confused...and has no idea what lies ahead for him ...fasten your seatbelt. Its going to. Be a bumpy ride..
Meanwhile ,Vic has The world on a string with Realsofia and crazy Notsofia both in his orbit. I thought that doctor gave him a very suspicious look when be was petting Realsofia and whispering sweet , scary stuff in her ears. What was be actually saying ...maybe " You are now mine ...all mine!!!"
Another happy camper ....Grecia ...who doesn't seem to understand that she has a tiger by the tail with crazy Notsofia .
What's with Bolera, living two lives ? Does he know that the twin switch has been made ? I am guessing that he doesn't know because Gonzo doesn't know . It seems that only Notsofia, Vic, and Grecia know that evil twin has changed places with good twin.
The previews looked very ...interesting . Respectfully submitted, Susan
Jarifa , thank you so much for a wonderful review of every detail . We are at the point where the story is going around and around with some new developments.
Diana , I agree with all your comments .
Does Ivan ever actually work at whatever his job is ? What is his job? I can't believe that he tricked a kid to get Romina's address!!! I am starting to like Olga more and Ivan less.
Kass ...I didn't mind the black cocktail dress with the white chiffon at top and bottom , but that tight beige dress made it look like she wasn't wearing anything !
I can't wait to see that messy mess that Kass is sewing for poor little Memo , who willbe taunted if she wears it to school .
Kass has zero mothering skills .
And poor Dani thinks her parents will return for her quince .
Fecundo is dsngerous and scary and vengeful to all around him . Susan
I live outside a small town (Honea Path) 45 minutes from Greenville and 20 minutes from Anderson which is in the northwest corner of the state.
Out Internet returned sometime overnight so I don't have to wait on Spectrum today. I don't love making extra trips to my daughter's. Already have over 100K miles on my car from all the trips I make to babysit!
Had to look up Hartsville. It's about 3 hours away so it doesn't make our local news.
Susan. You has me smiling away. I'm with you on liking Olga more than Ivan. Who would have thought that possible?? 🤔 😀
Poor dani. Would it be best to tell her there is no hope or let her continue to believe in miracles? I would say the latter hoping she will get to the first on her own.
Diana , these writers,.have the characters' personalities changing with each episode . ...good guys become bad guys...bad guys might be turning into good guys .
I am hoping that despite Kass, Dani will start that find a friend in Bruno , and they will help each other . Bruno looked smitten They might have a good influence of on each other since they are both struggling. Ill bet that Dani will want to invite Bruno to her quince, and Kasswill have a hissyfit.
Bruno is another family member Vero will have to hide from . I am wondering how and when someone will reveal Vero's true identity . Any guesses? Facundo? I am amazed that be hasn't told Kass. Susan
Susan, my feeling is that Facundo wants to increasingly keep Vero under His thumb. Kass is so vindictive he knows she will tell all immediately.
I never would have thought Yaneli would be the one who almost gave it away. I believe Vale is going to see or overhear something that gives her away. I think Vale will have a harder time forgiving her than Joaquin.
Terrific job, Jarifa. Great afternoon break catching up with your recap.
"I loathed Ivan eavesdropping and even worse bribing Bruno to give him Romina's address by lying to him. If he really cared about Romina, he would give her space to see if she and Marcos can work things out first. " -- Diana, ITA. I've been amused by Ivan but he is too pushy and spoiled and, in his way, as selfish as Marcos.
"Consuelo is at the shrine crying and apologizing to her late sister for what she feels for Aurelio but promising her she will not fail her. She has no right to." To me, what Consuelo really wants is for her sister to send her a sign that she has her blessing to be with Aurelio.
I thought Meli asked for a Mexican Revolution dress in green, white, and red. Kass seemed not to get this.
I got a kick out of the nasty Facundo "confession" telling poor Padre Nico about his own sin. Facundo had a devil smile. That scene reminded me of evil Fernando Escandon (Guillermo Garcia Cantu) misusing confession to bully the priest in Fuego en la Sangre.
Thanks Jarifa, I enjoyed your recap. Claudia “scurrying like a gremlin” was a great description of her going from tree to tree. I feel sorry for Nico. Not only for the way Facundo told him, we know he did it in a hateful way, but Claudia is a bit crazy. I don’t see a future for Diego and Majo, Claudia will make their lives miserable if she finds out about them. Actually she’s already making their lives miserable!
Kassandra is not going to be able to take Vero’s place. Dani was happy with her sister’s dress but apparently it’s not good enough for Dani, not sophisticated enough. I’m afraid she’s going to ruin the party for Dani. And the dress for Meli is not looking at all like the picture in the book. I wish Joaquin would end it with her, it’s so obvious he has no interest in her.
At least Vero is thinking about what Facundo said. I hope she takes that threat seriously. And I wish Nico would tell Vero about Facundo. Although I’m not sure he knows they’re dating. There’s too many people dating someone they don’t really want to be with.
I’m not liking Ivan at all lately. He needs to leave Romina alone. And Aurelio needs to step up and be a real father to her. I can’t believe he told her she needs to apologize to Marcos. And he keeps bringing up wanting to be a grandfather, I want her to tell him they can’t have kids and Marcos refuses to see a doctor!
I have to admit, I’m hoping Dani’s parents do show up! I’ll hold out hope as long as Dani does!
I’m not sure Bolero knows yet about the switcheroo — he was in the room with RealSofia when she collapsed, so I don’t think he heard the plot being hatched in Grecia’s evil apartment. Agreed, he is going to have to be quick on his feet (literally and figuratively) to keep playing both sides, especially if he’s going to protect Marisol and Mia as he promised.
Mia was adorable when she was teasing Rulo about all the recipes he could make with “limon.” Not sure what she was doing all alone in the Peralta-Avitia mansion, but I have much more pressing things to worry about.
Speaking of pressing, Vic was crooning to RealSofia how much he luuuurrrrved her while she was strapped down, drugged up and half-delirious with pain. So romantic. I think Dr. Cuellar was reacting more to the attitude than the content. He looked particularly deranged.
Monique told Rex she was going to kill her after Rex covered her with salsa verde, and Rex seemed to be taking the threat seriously.
Thanks for the updates, Blue Lass. I’ve been getting behind on this and then catch up. It was confusing before we had two Sofias! I had to replay the scene where notSofia slapped Barbie three times. I don’t think I ever saw the slap, it was so fast.
I don’t understand the character Bolera. He’s a good guy, and then with the bad guys. Although I’m not sure holding a gun to Ines makes him bad! Maybe he’s working undercover.
Catalina and Jason holding guns on Aramas and Ines was crazy. They just were told Rex is their daughter and decide life in prison is a choice. They need to get to know their daughter.
And now Monique is threatening to kill Rex. She already tried and failed once.
Liz, I don’t think ANYBODY saw that slap coming — especially Barbie!
I like the idea of Bolero working undercover. But then, the spoon.
Did we ever find out what was in that gift box Monique tried to give Rex? I thought at some point Monique thought-bubbled that it was a scary mask, but I may have hallucinated that myself.
Thanks, all for the great comments and observations.
Diana, "I loathed Ivan eavesdropping and even worse bribing Bruno to give him Romina's address by lying to him." He is truly something else. He would do well with leaving Romina alone and letting the chips fall where they may. Sorry to say but Bruno seems like what Iván might have been like as a kid.
Susan, "And poor Dani thinks her parents will return for her quince ." That was a real shocker for me. I though maybe she was letting the hope of her parents still being alive go little by little but it seems like it has just intensified under everyone's radar. What to do?
Niecie, "I thought Meli asked for a Mexican Revolution dress in green, white, and red. Kass seemed not to get this." It seems that if Meli wants Kassandra's help ( the only help available), it has to be on Kassandra's terms whether she likes it or not or if it is suitable or not. I felt sorry for Meli.
Liz, " I don’t see a future for Diego and Majo, Claudia will make their lives miserable if she finds out about them. Actually she’s already making their lives miserable!." Frankly, I do not see any way out for Diego and Majo. Claudia is unhinged and I think she could be dangerous. The time has also come for Vale to send her packing back to live at her own house. If she isn't getting along with Lorena, too bad. If Vale cannot do it, Joaquín should to protect Diego if nothing else.
Can't wait until tonight.
Blue Lass...did I miss a SPOON in this last episode??? I don't remember a spoon. Rex and Carlo were eating that street food with their hands.
Liz, The smack that awakening (not really) Notsofia gave Her darling Barb ( who real deal sofia is always hugging and kissing )was super speedy quick . i think I caught it because it was in the previews the night before .
I am pretty excited Because the possibilities of what happens next are limitless. Just wait until evil twin gets RealFranco alone . Remember those icky scenes of lizard love with icky Vic...smarmy squared . What? What ?How?
I hope that Bolero is working against the evil ones from the inside. (hmmm.. there are four people who know about Androm... Vic, Grecia, and cranky Ines )
Who will be the first to suspect that something is not right about Sofia.? Is Arimast the only one who knows about the twin or do other people know ?
Susan
Jarifa, , I'm starting to think That Claudia is a tragic figure who will not survive which will allow Majo and annoying Diego to have a HEA.
Will Nic leave the priesthood to give long suffering Lorena some happiness ?
I see Released with Vale , and Nayelli with Hugo after he realizes what a prize she is and begs her to forgive him .
Susan
Whoops ...hurrying ...Eleazer ....autocorrect prefers Released Susan , who forgets to proofread
Susan, great possible endings. It would not surprise me if Claudia didn’t make it. I could see Nayeli with Higo but think that she deserves somebody better. She has very been very mature and patient.
"Ive been amused by ivan but he's too pushy and spoiled" nailed it Niecie! He is incessant and obsessed.
Jarifa, loved your observation that Bruno might have been what Ivan was as a child 😆, so true!
Susan, there was no spoon in the last episode…but we believe Bolero has been known to wield the spoon, although we didn’t actually see him do so. If that is the case, he can’t be an undercover agent, is all I’m saying.
I think you listed all the people who know about Andromeda’s existence. Aramis has only a faint suspicion, but surely he’ll figure it out eventually…
Can't wait to see what happens tonight . Vic was positively vibrating with joy as he whispered to groggy Realsofia. And I can't wait to see Gonzo oblivious , dazed , and confused as things unfold ...... wheeeeeee Susan
Notes from the Couch
OPENING SCENE
Nico asks who is calling. Eleazar hangs up
THE "ADELITA" COSTUME CAPER
Vero and Joaquín see Meli in the purple and blue flouncy Adelita costume that Kassandra made for her for her Mexican Revolution activities. Vero calls it "modern". Meli doesn't like it because it is more a party dress than a revolutionary costume and Kassandra was too tired to fix it. Vero tells Joaquín that Meli needs a new costume. They need to go to the market right away. He asks if she really wants to go thinking back at Facundo's veiled warning. Vero insists. They agree not to tell Kassandra or anyone so there will be no hurt feelings.
In the car, Joaquín confides in Vero that he is worried about Vale because it seems she is carrying a deep wound all alone. Then there is Dani who still won't accept the death of her parents. He admits that at times it all seems to be too much for him. Vero thinks that he has done very well and that he has done it from his heart. He is the children's guardian angel. He says that Vero always finds the right words.
He then goes on to explain what his life was before. He enjoyed being alone. He did have relationships but as soon as they got serious, he was off running. Vero laughs. Now he feels differently. He not only feels like a father but he sees himself as a father. For the first time in his life he feels ready to share his life with somebody. No, that is not Kassandra. She is a great woman but, if he is being honest, he cannot imagine the rest of his days at her side.
Joaquín asks what is going on with Vero. He knows that Facundo has plans to marry her. She tells him no matter what Facundo said, there was no proposal. Joaquín laughs asking if got down on one knee with a ring. Vero says no way. They were only talking. She cares for Facundo because he has done a lot for her but she doesn't see him as a lifelong partner either.
They both smile.
They arrive at the market and find the perfect Adelita costume for Meli. They then start trying on costumes themselves and have a grand old time. Finally, Vero dons her own Adelita costume and Joaquín goes with a Pancho Villa get up. He asks her if she knows what he is thinking when he sees her like that. She says she is thinking that he looks like something out of a Pedro Infante movie. They laugh and then he gets serious. He tells her that he feels that life is giving him a second chance to start fresh and he would love to do that with a woman like her He makes it clear that he is not acting when he says that. It is not a lie. She asks him not to say anything like that. He asks why not if it is the truth. When he is with her, he doesn't think about anything. He only feels that everything makes sense. She grabs him and kisses him hard. They continue kissing.
The kissing comes to an abrupt stop when Vero remembers Facundo's threat.She pulls back saying that the kissing never should have happened. Joaquín apologizes if he went too far. She thinks they shouldn't confuse things. It was only a game . . they were in disguise. She goes to change leaving a confused Joaquín to wonder.
When they get back to the house, Vero tells Joaquín that she is going to bring Meli her costume. Kassandra overhears and wants to know what is going on. Joaquín tells her they had to get Meli another costume because she was not comfortable with the one Kassandra made. It was too modern for an Adelita.. Kassandra then asks Joaquín why didn't he ask her to go get another costume for Meli but asked Vero instead. Vero has a thousand things to do at the house. Vero says he wanted her to rest. Kassandra accuses her of now talking for Joaquín. Joaquín asks Vero to take the dress to Meli.
Joaquín asks Kassandra not to make things bigger than they are. She doesn't understand why he always sides with Vero when she is trying to be the woman he needs. Joaquín takes the blame for it all TWICE and tells Kassandra how much he values all she does for them. They hug and she smirks.
MARIO REAPPEARS (SORT OF BECAUSE WE NEVER SEE HIS FACE)
Facundo shows up at Mario's lair to tell him this all has to stop!!! He is talking about his son being beaten. Mario insists it was a message. If an agreement is broken, you cannot expect flowers. Mario reminds him that his son is alive and won his last race. Now he has made a name for himself which is what Facundo always wanted. Facundo wants to be done with Mario. He turned over the motorcycle design and played his game. Mario says he is free to leave but if he does, he better be open to losing it all. That is not a threat but a reminder. He is out for much more. He wants the best racer on his team. That would be his son. Facundo says after what Mario did to his son, he will never race for him.
Mario reminds Facundo that Eleazar is well. Bruises heal and the podium immortalizes you .Facundo himself told him that his son wasn't born to be an alternate. Facundo says things change. His son is now #1 on the #1 team while Mario's team is #2 and will always be. Mario asks him if his son knows he turned over the motorcycle plans to him or that he sabotaged the plane that killed Luis and his wife. Mario wonders what would happen if it all came out. Not only he would he be destroyed but his son would be, too. Facundo cannot see how that would be to Mario's benefit. Facundo thinks that he can do damage of his own to Navarro citing the article that Flores is going to publish. Joaquín will not be able to recover from the loss of prestige he will suffer and Facundo will not get his hands dirty doing it. Mario tells him not to romanticize tabloid gossip. The only thing that will sink Navarro's business is a broken team and he will buy it from him when he is on his knees. Facundo wants to know what his role would be. Mario says it would be the same thatJoaquin took from him. He would manage the team from the inside like a good CEO. He then adds that if he doesn't accept, his son will never race again. Next time, it won't be a beating, but it could be a mistake on a curve or a loose screw. It would be tragedy like Facundo suffered that ended his career. Mario asks if he wants his son to repeat his failure.
ROMINA CAN FIND NO PEACE
Iván has appeared at Romina's. She turns over all family photos before she lets him in. He explains that he got her address from Bruno. She tells him that he should have not come. He says he wanted to see her which somehow seems to trump, in his own head, her desire that he not be there. He says he heard Marcos talking to her dad saying that they were going to be separated. She has no desire to talk about that and even less with him. He says he has no intention on getting involved. She asks him then why did he come?? To see how she was doing is his answer. She says he could have sent her a text. For a question like that you don't bother to get an address. He admits that he wanted to see her and wanted her to know that she can always count on him. She asks him for a favor. Would he please leave? He reminds her that they are friends. She tells him she needs to be alone. He asks if his presence is all that bad. She says no. He asks why she is so nervous and (thankfully) Marcos starts to pound on the door.
What to do with Iván? She hides him in her sister's room. Marcos keeps pounding. She lets Marcos in and tells him she doesn't want to see him. Iván listens in. Marcos insists she listen to him. He wants her to come back home now. She isn't coming back because she needs to think and he should , too. He has nothing to think about. He loves her. She makes it clear that love has nothing to do with it. She reminds him that he lied to her. Marcos dissolves in tears saying how afraid he wants to get the tests done. He asks her to go with him right now to take the tests. She pauses and asks if he has been drinking. He says it was only a beer. He isn't drunk. She tells him to calm down. She is staying at her sister's to calm down. Marcos decides he needs to use the bathroom and maybe take a quick nap.
While Mario is in the bathroom, Romina manages to hustle an overly talkative Iván out of the door. Sobbing, Marcos tells Romina he was afraid that if the test results were bad, he was afraid of losing her. She says he would not lose her over test results. He knows she has wanted to be a mother for a long time and he feels like a failure. She makes it clear that the issue is the lie. He asks what kind of a man would he be if he couldn't have children. He again pledges to go get the tests and any treatments he might need. He begs her to not leave him.
She is on the verge of tears.
CLAUDIA'S OBSESSIONS CONTINUE
Lorena is on Claudia's case for not working and being on her phone. Claudia says she is on the phone looking for her father since she won't tells her anything about him. When she finds her father, Lorena will never seen her again.
Majo brings Diego his lunch in the break room. He is sick of hiding their romance from Claudia. She informs him that Claudia is in a very bad way and it is best they keep their relationship on the down low for now. She adds that things that are prohibited also have their fun side like kissing in secret. She kisses him.
When Majo leaves the break room, her mother Olga notices her bright eyes and rosy cheeks and wonders what is going on. A few minutes later, Diego emerges eating a sandwich. Yes, Majo delivered it. Olga seems to put two and two together and smiles.
Claudia is in Vale's room and it sounds like she is trying to convince Vale that she has to stay with her. It isn't only Diego but her home is hell. She cannot stand her mother. If she could, she would go with her father. Vale reminds her that he never looked for her. Claudia needs to look him in the eyes and ask him why he wasn't there for her. She is ready to make the call. If she doesn't, she will be trapped in her pain for the rest of her life.
Eleazar appears with the phone number for Claudia's father. He explains that he first searched their mother's phone since he knew the man's name was Nicolás. When he couldn't find anything there, he thought that his father must know him. So, he searched his phone and there he found a number for Nicolás Arellano. They discuss the pros and cons of Claudia calling. Claudia thinks that Eleazar is the best brother in the world. Eleazar tells Claudia what Facundo told him about her father being aggressive and violent and that is why their mother got him out of their lives before she could tell him she was pregnant with Claudia. Claudia is shocked that her father doesn't even know that she exists.
At the same time, Aurelio visits a very upset NIco. Nico tells him it is as if a door to the past had suddenly opened and he could not even imagine what was behind it. "They" (he/she) exist and he didn't even have any idea. Nico cannot explain in more detail and uses the old confessional excuse. Nico has realized that life puts a mirror in front of you and although you have consecrated your soul to the faith, you are not exempt from pain or from the consequences of your acts. Nico asks Aurelio to pray with him. He needs light and strength.
VALE IS STUCK
Vero check in on Vale. She says she didn't ride that day but she got to watch Hugo. She hopes to be as good as he is some day. She also got to talk to Vero's daughter Nayeli who she likes better every time they meet. They are becoming good friends. Vero asks why she is so sad. Vale brings up her pain comes from not knowing why her birth mother left her and never came back for her. Vero suggests that maybe her mother did look for her and may be desperate herself. Vale says even if her mother were to come back, she would never forgive her for abandoning her in the first place. Vero tells her that any mother would be proud of her and leaves her alone. Vero cries in the hall as Vale sobs in her room.
FIN
I so enjoyed the bit of romance we got between Vero and Joaquín. It was also good to see Mario back in the mix harassing Facundo. More mañana.
Jarifa, thank you for bringing all of tonight's trials and tribulations so vividly to life. You continually enlighten and delight.
I also loved the lighthearted costumed flirtation where Vero.and Joaquin seemed enchanted with each other, their attraction palpable. It was all too brief as Facundo's warning reverberated in Vero's head. Kassandra's costume was ridiculous (as we knew it would be) but she sadly and smartly used her "hurt" feelings to garner Joaquin's sympathy. Nico was so shellshocked, never seeing the freight train roaring down the track. Wait until he meets Claudia who i think is being grossly unfair to her mother. Eleazar is definitely redeeming himself.
I'm getting impatient with all of the back of the head shots of Mario. Why all the mystery? I do love that he has boxed Facundo into a corner with no wiggle room.
Poor Romina! A drunk, whiny husband in front of her and a pushy, won't take no for an answer admirerer literally in the closet. If she had been smart she would have left the house screaming. 😳
Jarifa, thank you, thank you.
Just watched last night's episode . Wow ...and Yikes,. I didn't know what they were saying , but the visual was very interesting . The pot is bubbling as Notsofia is adding her special crazy spice To the pot as she becomes large and in charge of everything , everyone, everywhere 24\7. Help. Susan
Jarifa, thank you so much for your time, talent , and effort to bring us all the details . It was good to get some light fun at the costume shop with Vero and Joaquin . I especially got a kick out of David dressed as Zorro. It's always darkest before the dawn. Susan
FakeSofia was very busy:
She fired Emma for dropping a plate. When Barbi said I go if she goes, she said beat it then you little brat.
She surprised Gonzo coming out of the shower and told him how attractive he was.
She rehired Franco and then suggested they resume their romance, but in secret.
She gave Ines stock in the company and hired her for a job.
I’m enjoying this show a lot more since it’s gone completely off the rails and I have no expectations.
In other news:
Grecia kept Dr. Cuellar in line by threatening her 3-year-old son.
Julian confessed the failed double-murder to Rex, who said to let her handle the revenge angle.
Cata disco
Thanks Jarifa, another great read, with a lot going on in this episode!
The costume shop was fun, with a great kiss at the end. Until Vero remembered Facundo’s threat.
I’m really tired of Ivan. He had no right to go to Romina. I’m glad she stood her ground but he should have left when she first said he could have sent a text. I hope Romina does go to the doctor with Marcos.
It was good to see Facundo being on the other side of threats. I think he’s in over his head and Mario can really ruin him. Poor Eleazar will eventually have to do what Mario wants.
Majo is great, I’m glad Diego is taking her advice and will keep their relationship secret for now. Claudia is dangerous. Vale needs to distance herself from her!
Poor Nico. At least Aurelio was able to show him some compassion. I wonder how long we have to wait for the father/daughter reunion.
Thanks for the list of events, Blue Lass. I agree, now that the show is so crazy I don’t want to miss any of it. We never know what’s going to happen.
I wonder if Emma and Barbie will move into the apartment where everyone else seems to live!
I think that we have definitely reached the " so bad its good " stage. I got my wish to see Gonzo's manbun come undone . Patience is a virtue , as my mother always told me. He was so shocked to see Notsofia checking him out .
Silvia Navarro played very good heroines in all shows I have ever seen her in, so I think she must be having fun playing the BSC villain . Let the games begin ..
Susan
Gracias, Jarifa. I enjoyed the headlines, especially "Mario Reappears (Sort of Because We Never See His Face)." When we finally do see Mario's face, he better have an eyepatch or something and not just the same Julian Gil face.
The costume shop scene was perfect. Kudos to DS and OG.
Poor Romina. I hope she stands her ground and refuses to leave Vero's.
Spectrum finally got its act together, hopefully, and it returned yesterday evening. Friday I caught up with Wed and Thurs episodes on y phone screen. Glad to see Friday on the TV.
So bad it's good stage made me laugh. I didn't care for the wet hair minus the man bun personally.
I know something confused me in an episode, I think it was the Monique and Carlo scene. Blue Lass could you shed some light on that? You helped a lot with some of the other stuff.
Notsofia (I like using this distinction, kudos to whoever came up with it) made a valid comment about the inappropriate footwear of the kitchen maid I thought.
Oh yeah, I forgot about Monique and Carlo. She bluffed her way into his house by playing the rich-girl card with the maid, then insulted everyone present and not present, made a pass at Carlo, then demanded money because she was out of her meds. We don’t know what her diagnosis is, but if she was that unhinged WHILE she was medicated, I think we have another loose cannon on our hands.
Another great episode! Loved the comments.
Diana, "I'm getting impatient with all of the back of the head shots of Mario. Why all the mystery? I do love that he has boxed Facundo into a corner with no wiggle room." I totally agree!!!! on both points.
LIz, "The costume shop was fun, with a great kiss at the end. Until Vero remembered Facundo’s threat." If only we had more of those lighthearted moments.
Niecie, "Poor Romina. I hope she stands her ground and refuses to leave Vero's." She needs to get a DIVORCE and also not end up with Iván.
Susan, "I especially got a kick out of David dressed as Zorro." He did have a very good Zorro look.
So looking forward to next week!
I am having trouble figuring out where people are living . Notsofia kicked out Barb and Nana. Did she also evict Gonzo? How about Cata? I am sure Notsofia will want Franco close . ..she seems to have plans for him......
How many people are now at Mario's? Has anyone been keeping count ? Will Rex go there to be with Julian ? Is Bolera living there? Emma will probably head there .Is Carlo living with Vic? Susan, suspending her disbelief
Hmmmm let’s see…
We left Nana Emma and Barbie standing in the doorway, so they haven’t gone anywhere yet.
Bolero is still living at the mansion, probably sharing a room with Chava — but not Franco, who arrived in his suit at the exterior door.
Ines has reclaimed the love nest, so presumably Aramis is back at the big house with NotSofia, Gonzo, Barbi, Cata, and the kitchen staff.
That leaves the Tardis Apartment in the barrio with Mariano, Marisol, Mia, Julian, Rex, Candelaria, and probably Franco. Did I forget anyone?
Carlo is still at home with Vic.
Grecia has her place to herself for the moment.
RealSofia is in the fake clinic.
Blue Lass, thanks for the list of residences. Lots of comings and goings .
Can't wait to see what happens tonight as Notsofia continues her revenge tour . Silvia Navarro definitely has a " look" on her face when she is playing the evil twin . Bwah ha ha . She is going to have to keep that scarred leg hidden . Who will be the first to figure out that Notsofia is...not Sofia? Place your bets now. Susan
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