Caray, Caray!

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These are not in order. In fact, they may be in reverse order.

Everybody at the mansion ends up in matching pajamas — and so does everyone in the prison, jaja.

Andro gives Ines an abortifacient to slip to Grecia, and she does. If Grecia loses her baby, we know Ines cannot be redeemed.

Rex and Carlo are officially novios. He gets fired from his job for being the son of an evildoer, which doesn’t seem quite fair.

Aramis tells Cande that if she loved him back, he’d become a good guy, but since she won’t, his personality is all her fault. Then he arranges for the prison gangs to beat Gonzo and Bolero to death.

There’s a lot of refrito about Rulo not being gay, so hopefully that will resolve itself soon.
 

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Andro is back to her David Bowie haircut, which is making me scared of David Bowie now. Oh, and we learned the word for club foot — “el pie equinovaro.”
 

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Notes from the Couch

WHO IS NURIA?
The social worker tells Joaquín and the kids that their aunt has been on a spiritual retreat in Thailand and knew nothing about the accident.She took it very badly. Joaquín asks if Nuria coming to see them. The social worker said that Nuria wasn't clear about that but she will contact her again in a few days.
Kassandra is sure their aunt will come once she has processed it all. Meli doesn't want her to come, They are satisfied with Joaquín taking care of them. It is explained that Nuria is their legal guardian while Joaquín was their provisional guardian because they couldn't find Nuria. Kassandra is smiling but Joaquín and the kids are not.

Joaquín tells Kassandra that he wonders how Nuria didn't know about Luis with the internet and tv being everywhere how she found out now. Kassandra explains that spiritual retreats are in the middle of nowhere.He thinks that Nuria is selfish. She couldn't even call teh kids herself. He is concerned. Kassandra says to give her time. She will come.

Joaquín is not so sure that will be a good thing. He himself hasn't had enough time to mourn the loss of his friend. He pushed his feelings aside to care for the kids because that was the most important thing.He thinks that Nuria must feel guilty because from what he knew, she and Luis fought all the time. That is why Susana couldn't stand her and why years went by without her visiting her brother. Kassandra says no matter what, the kids need to be with their real family and get their life back.

The kids talk among themselves. Vale cannot believe how Nuria found out about the accident in the middle of nowhere. Diego says he looked for her but couldn't find her anywhre. Dani is happy they found her. Diego understands that because Aunt Nuria is into UFO's and put those ideas in her head.

Vale thinks maybe Nuria will want to take care pf them. Meli asks why she doesn't call her "Aunt" Nuria. Vale says she doesn't feel that she is her aunt. One time she heard Nuria arguing with her father about whether she (Vale) was really her niece. Nuria said she wasn't because she didn't have their blood. Their father got very angry and told Nuria that Vale was his daughter and if she didn't love Vale, he didn't love her. Vale wants Joaquín to stay. Meli thinks that the situation is horrible and asks if they can choose who takes care of them.Diego asks them all not to get ahead of themselves. Dani is sure Aunt Nuria will come and help her find her parents.

Carmen tells Vero about Nuria being found in Thailand. Vero sees it as good news. Carmen says, just between them, Nuria is not the ideal aunt. Furthermore, the kids have a lot of affection for Joaquín. The kids and Joaquín were playing charades having a great time and after the social worker arrived with her news, it felt like a wake.

Vero talks to Joaquín who has been thinking back on the good times with the kids. No, she doesn't want to go to be with her dad. Their relationship is not the best. She often feels like they are strangers. He says he felt like that when he came to live at the house but now after all that has happened, he feels like they are his family. He wants to stay with them. Vero understands. They agree to keep up their spirits so they do not pass any sadness on to the kids.
 

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VERO GETS A SURPRISE
Vero finds Facundo waiting for her in her own home. Irate, all he wants to know is why she didn't tell him that imbecile Joaquín had kissed her. All she can say is that he has broken into her home and that is a crime! He asks what does she think she is doing entering other peoples' homes fraudulently using the identity of another person to become a part of their lives through lies and deception. She did the same to him. Vero insists that she never lied to him. He sees it differently and feels used. He was good enough when she needed him but then sent him to hell as if nothing ever happened. Then he found out that she had rejected Joaquín and that disarmed him. Vero informs him that she is rejecting him and Joaquín. Her interest at this time is dedicated to her daughter. He asks about love? her future? She cannot think of either of those things until she gets Vale back. He asks what if he reveals her secret?? She get in his face and tells him in no uncertain terms that if she loses Vale because of him, he doesn't want to know what will happen. He agrees to keep his mouth shut because he wants her to realize that he is the best man for her and not Joaquín. He leaves with a final threat that if finds out that she is leaving him for Joaquín, that will be the day he will tell Joaquín who she and her daughter really are.

FACUNDO ON THE HOT SEAT
Sanabria, Marios' henchman, meets with Facundo. It turns out that Mario is only interested in Eleazar coming work for him, NOT Facundo. Mario wants him at Navarro- Cross to feed him information. (WHOOPSIE) The offer is the offer. Facundo inisists that if they want his son, he comes, too. Sanabria reminds him of the consequences if Eleazar doesn't sigh with them. Sanabria advises him to think over what he said before making a decision.

At the company, Joaquín is putting Marcos in charge of the shop when Facundo appears with his tail between his legs. He apologizes to Joaquín for what he did. It was not acceptable. He now realizes that Joaquín had nothing to do with Vero breaking up with him. He never should have mixed work with his personal life. Being sincere with everything that is going on at the company, it is probably best he not abandon ship. Joaquín, also being sincere, thinks it is the best for both of them that Facundo find another job. Facundo tries to talk him out of firing him by saying it was no big deal. Joaquín sees it differently. He shouted in his face, showed him such resentment and blamed him for practically ruining his life. Facundo apologizes. Joaquín accepts the apology but he refuses to change his decision. He tells Facundo to finish up all of his projects and at the end of the month they will discuss his settlement.

At the track, Eleazar asks his father why he quit. Facundo insists that neither of their futures are at this company. Eleazar refuses Facundo making any more decisions for him. Facundo counters saying that he has made decisions for Eleazar his whole life and that is not going to stop now. Eleazar disagrees and asks him if he is going to hit him again. He asks his father why he is filled with such hatred. He makes his mother's life impossible. He fights with Joaquín . He wants him to race for Nolivos. What is wrong with him? Facundo has heard enough and he gabs his son by the neck. He tells him he owns him. He made him. He is who he is thanks to him. He should be thanking him. Eleazar pushes him off and tells him he will not do anything he does not agree with. His loyalty is to the Navarro team. Facundo grabs him by the neck again but this time Vale sees them She tells him to let Eleazar go. Facundo tells her not to get involved but Vale tells him to let him go again. He has no reason to treat him like that. Facundo tells her to shut up but lets his son go. Facundo tells his son that this isn't over yet and leaves.
 

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Vale tells Eleazar that he cannot let Facundo treat him that way. Eleazar says his father has always had a very bad temper. She asks if Eleazar is okay. He is doing the best he can and adds that his father is making a super big mistake but doesn't give any details. He admits he loves his dad but it is really hard to forgive him any time he treats him like that.

Eleazar asks his mother what is wrong with his father. Lorena says he has always been that way demanding too much of him. Lorena advises him to look out for himself and find what makes him feel good. He needs to fight for what he wants in his life.

Facundo decides to call in his favor with Iván. He reminds him that he covered for him when he STOLE the money from the company. As repayment, he is asking Iván to talk Joaquín out of firing him. Joaquín would be so disappointed to find out that his brother was a thief!

THE BUSINESS IN THE BACKGROUND
Joaquín tellsKassandra that their numbers are not looking good because the article about Luis has taken its toll. They have lost three major sponsors so far. The sponsors who are left are demanding too many conditions. She asks if corporate has said anything. He tells her that they want to break their alliance but he is ready to put up a fight because if that were to happen they would be bankrupt in a matter of months. He informs her that corporate would keep their alliance if Navarro Cross took on a partner who could invest a strong amount of capital in the company immediately. Kassandra thinks that is a good solution. For Joaquín, it is personal because he doesn't want to have to share decision making with a stranger who wasn't there from the very start with him and Luis. Kassandra thinks that sometimes you have to let in fresh air and trust that everything is happening for the best.. .

Eyeing the necklace that Mario gave her, Kassandra calls him to let him know how bad things are going at Navarro Cross and how they are looking for a partner with lots of capital. She thought he would be interested in that information. Mario is pleased with her loyalty. She thinks it is the least she w could due for his helping her find Nuria. He invites her to have supper with him. He would like to see how that necklace that he gave her looks on her up close. She is non-committal. He tells her to think about it. He would like to get to know her better.

Kassandra tells her mother about the situation. She explains that Mario is an old friend but they have been competitors for years. Now he wants to take advantage of the situation and become a capital partner in Navarro Cross. Isaura can see Joaquín not liking that. Isaura reminds Kassandra that with Nuria coming at least she'll be able to get Joaquín away from the orphans. Kassandra is not so sure about that because he will still be in charge of their inheritance.

Kassandra shows her mother the necklace. Isaura is impressed and tells her to go to eat with Mario. Those kind of opportunities with rich men are few and far between.
 

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KASSANDRA MARKS HER TERITORY
Kassandra is having a coffee in the kitchen when Vero walks in with some pretty purple flowers. She puts them in a vase. Kassandra thinks it must be hard for Vero being so close to Joaquín. Vero answers that she has limited herself to only doing her job. Kassandra says she does her job so well that Joaquín trusts her too much. Kassandra says she found out that she and Joaquín kissed. Vero feigns ignorance. Kassandra tells her not to be a liar because Joaquín confessed it all. Kassandra assures her there will be no repercussions. Rathe, she would like to thank her because due to what she did, now Joaquín recognized what a mistake he made and realized that the woman he wants to spend the rest of his life with is HER!. She adds that Joaquín proposed to her. Vero admits she doesn't know what to say but ends up congratulating her. Kassandra thanks her! Maybe Vero can help her organize the wedding but she could never let her be in charge of the flowers because she has terrible taste in those. She dumps the purple flowers in the trash, wishes Vero a good day and leaves.

EVERYTHING ELSE:

-Nico has a wonderful dinner with Lorena, Eleazar and Claudia.

-Aurelio comes home from the hospital being his curmudgeonly self. He insists he is fine on his own. He only had a heart attack. H didn't break his legs..

-NIco tells Aureliio that he has a daughter who was concieved right before he entered teh seminary. Her name si Claudia and she is incredible. She is the gift he never asked for but always dreamed about. Nico tells Aurelio that he would feel the same way about his granddaughter. The worm turns again and Aurelio tells him not to go there. Nico reminds him he was at death's door and it would be better that he not leave this world with unfinished business.

-Meli tells Vero that Alexa apologized and told her she ripped up her coveted concert tickets. She is considering making her a friend again. Vero tells her it wasn't Alexa's fault and to follow her heart.

-Flores comes home to a scathing note from Alexa informing him she is going to live with her mother. Maybe some day she will be able to give him but not today. He cries.

-Bruno and Dani visit at work. He agrees to be her escort at her quince. He is surprised it is being held at her house. She explains that her parents disappeared in the Bermuda Triangle and will be coming back to her on her quince.

THERE WAS NO LOVE. THERE WAS NO MARRIAGE. WILL NAYELI END UP PUSHING A BABY CARRIAGE???
Okay, she has already fainted and was complaining about her stomach being off and feeling so very tired to her friends.

FIN
 

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Thanks blue lass for clearing up the conversation between Aramis and Canda. I didn't figure it out and didn't care enough to rewatch and pay closer attention.

So Grecia takes a sip of the doctored juice and immediately doubles over in pain. That is one fast acting abortificant!
 

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Blue Lass, thank you so much for providing those details .

I didn't realize that Not gave Ines something to make Grecia miscarry . So, Ines is now beyond redemption. I wonder what her anvil will be.

I get a kick out of the conversations between Ari and Cande. They are exactly the same height , and they stand very close when they talk. Cande is a sturdy woman , and I think that she could easily take old Ari in a fair fight ...but Ari doesn't ever fight fair ..

Yikes I didn't realize that Ari ordered Bolero
And Gonzo beaten to death .I hope that doesn't happen . What was up with all that water ??
Real made a speedy quick recovery . I have never seen a pj party in a novela except for teen girls. Susan


 

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Jarifa, I am grateful for your wonderful review of everything that happened .

Can't wait to see Nuria. Please let her be a good soul.

Kass seems to enjoy saying things to purposely hurt Vero. She doesn't believe a saying that I like : " When in doubt, do the kindest thing ."

Facundo is seething and lashing out at everyone in his orbit. I couldn't believe that he was choking his own son and wouldn't stop even when Vale intervened
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The dinner of the reunited family was,so touching. Susan
 

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Thanks so much for another outstanding recap. I’m sorry I was not able to comment for a couple of days, but appreciated all the details you provided.

So Kassandra and Facundo are both going to be feeding Mario information. I’d say Joaquin doesn’t stand a chance of saving his business but I know he will. Maybe that aunt has money to invest. Although judging from the kids faces and what Vale said the aunt doesn’t sound too promising.

I had to laugh when Kassandra came in with the social worker to announce the aunt had been found. She does not know how to read a room. She saw all their faces fall and it didn’t phase her! Although when she threw out the flowers and told Vero that Joaquin had proposed I was so mad. Why doesn’t Joaquin overhear her.

I loved how Joaquin refused to give Facundo his job back. Also loved when Facundo was in his face the previous night. So we know Joaquin will stand up for himself and not take that kind of stuff.

I wonder how Facundo got in Vero’s house. She stood up to him too. Facundo’s batting zero. Even his son is wising up. I hope Vale tells Joaquin how he was treating his son. I also wish Vero would at least confide in Joaquin. Then when it gets out, as it will, Facundo could explain he knew and was helping Vero with getting to know her daughter.

At least Claudia and Nico are getting along. The four of them dining together was nice. One problem solved!


 

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At the very end, Bolero is telling Gonzo that he’s gotten out of worse situations (really?) and they have a chance if Gonzo will just do what he says…but Gonzo of course is not cooperating. He is not a cooperator.

Maybe they’ll have a chance to break a searchlight into all that water and electrocute everybody? That would be pretty cinematic.
 

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Susan, the actor playing Franco had pj parties all the time in Mi Marido tiene Familia. They certainly to add cutsie scenes into this show. I roll my eyes during them....
 

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PJ parties, human trafficking, salsa dancing, eye-gouging, heart-shaped balloons…it’s just one great big Genre Burrito.
 

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Yes, everything , everywhere, all at one.
Hmmm.....it's interesting that Bolero says that he has,gotten out of worse situations ! I hope that he survives and is redeemed and gets a,HEA with Marisol and Mia. I love HEAs . Call me Gidget . Writers, don't go breaking my heart ! Susan
 

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Susan, I fear that Nuria might not be all the sweetness and light that I was hoping for. : ( "The dinner of the reunited family was,so touching." It sure was.
It looks like Claudia os going to have a her father on her side now. So, maybe we can tie up that plotline? or maybe not. . .

Liz,
"Why doesn’t Joaquin overhear her." (Kassandra) Exactly. He overhears everyone else as it seems like everyone else does in this story. Very frustrating.

"So we know Joaquin will stand up for himself and not take that kind of stuff." I was so happy to see him not wimp out when it came to Facundo because I was beginning to have doubts about him having the guts to do something like that.

So many plots! So much going on! At least this novela is keeping my interest.

Can't wait for tonight.
 

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Marvelous Jarifa, just marvelous. I am in awe of your talent and your spellbinding writing.

Loved "THERE WAS NO LOVE. THERE WAS NO MARRIAGE. WILL NAYELI END UP PUSHING A BABY CARRIAGE???" Excellent!!

How frightening for Vero to find Facundo making himself comfortable in HER home! I give her mad props as she held her own, head held high. Facundo went too far (thankfully) with Joaquin and burned every bridge behind him. He's out and hopefully in the proverbial doghouse with Mario. Now that Mario and Kassandra seem fated for the inevitable dinner date, will we FINALLY see him?)
Poor Eleazar!! Facundo was just brutish to him, in full view of others including Vale. For a moment, I wondered if he was going to go after her. Eleazar has to get away from his clutches before he really hurts her.

"Okay, she has already fainted and was complaining about her stomach being off and feeling so very tired to her friends". One of the too many to count lines that I didn't understand, left struggling to comprehend. I hope Nayeli isn't pregnant, but based on this...

"WHO IS NURIA?" indeed! Nuria not immediately reaching out to the children once she heard of the deaths is perplexing. Hearing the negative comments about what she was like was surprising. I expected some zen embracing character so cannot wait to see the "real" her. Has Veronica Jaspeado ever played a villain or anything similar?? Perish the thought.

"Nico has a wonderful dinner with Lorena, Eleazar and Claudia". My favorite scene of the hour. Lorena looked lovely with her beautiful red hair. There was real warmth and bonding with the future looking promising. I'd say it was interesting that Nico didn't wear his Roman collar and thought that might be significant. Still, I don't think I've ever seen a priest leave the priesthood for a woman (El nombre del amor may have been one of the closest) or am I wrong?

Alexa grew a conscience. Good for her!

Jarifa, this was excellent. Thank you.

Diana
 

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"Susan, I fear that Nuria might not be all the sweetness and light that I was hoping for". Yes, Jarifa, me too!!!

Diana
 

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Diana, I, too, noticed that Nick did not wear his collar , which I took as a possible sign that he may leave the priesthood to marry Lorena,. The four looked so happy and relaxed to be together, including Eleazer . He must find Nick to be so gentle and kind compared to the father that he grew up with . susan