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July 6, 2017 – The Night Before the Wedding Goes Awry, a Sad Note & a Quote

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What I Watched Today

(rambling, random thoughts & annoyingly detailed recaps from real time TV watching)

 

 

General Hospital

Olivia-F brings food to Ned, Dillon, Michael, and Dante, who are getting ready for Ned’s bachelor party. She wants them to be well-fed before the wedding tomorrow. Olivia says she’s not interested in having a bachelorette party, but Laura and Lulu show up with feather boas and a tiara, surprising her.

Curtis tells Aunt Stella she has to accept his relationship with Jordan. Jordan asks if they can make something work for TJ’s sake. Stella suddenly collapses.

Josslyn texts Australia here I come to Oscar. He says he’s going to miss her. Carly tells her that they have to talk, but Josslyn says she has to pack. Carly says they have to talk about her father.

At the hospital, Jason asks Elizabeth if she’s seen Sam. He was supposed to pick her up, but she left.

That’s because she went to Pozzulo’s. Sonny tells her Jason left, but she says she’s there to see him and give him a gift. She stabs him repeatedly with a surgical scalpel, and he stumbles back and drops to the floor.

Laura tells Olivia that they’re taking charge, and Lulu says she made the executive decision to have a party. Olivia says she wasn’t planning on doing anything crazy; she doesn’t want to jeopardize the wedding mojo. Laura says it’s not going to be anything crazy, just dinner at the MetroCourt, but hints that a stripper might be at The Haunted Star later. Ned tells her to go and have a good time.

Jordan thinks Stella had a stroke.

Josslyn tells Carly that nothing will change her mind. Carly is sorry for the upheaval and understands, but she can’t move in with Jax. Josslyn says it’s not up to her alone, since there’s joint custody. Carly says that Jax isn’t going to be in Australia for six months, because he has business in Abu Dhabi. Josslyn thinks Carly interfered, and Carly tells her to ask him herself.

Elizabeth asks Jason if Sam is okay. He says since Scout was born, she’s been running a little ragged, and Elizabeth tells him that’s normal. When she gets back on a regular sleep schedule, she’ll be good as new.

Sonny says Sam’s name. The stabbing was all in her head, although she is holding the scalpel.

The guys play poker. Dillon breaks out some Cuban cigars. Ned says it’s a non-smoking hotel, but Dillon says what good is a bachelor party without cigars? Ned doesn’t want to annoy Olivia, so Dillon ditches the cigars.

At the MetroCourt, Olivia asks if this is all necessary. Laura says it is, and tells her to have a martini. She says tonight is the night for Olivia to get the five-star treatment. Olivia doesn’t want to risk being hungover, and thinks she should take it easy. Laura says she’s been responsible her whole life, and she should take a night off. Olivia decides what’s one night?

Ned asks for help with a surprise for tomorrow, but instead a fire starts in the trashcan, no doubt from the cigar that Dillon thought was out.

On the phone, Josslyn tells Jax she understands. Carly says she can’t say she’s sorry that Josslyn has to stay, but knows she wanted to be with her father. She understands why Josslyn is upset, but she’s not the bad guy. Josslyn says that Sonny is. She says the reason Jax had to invest elsewhere is because he can’t do business in the US. Carly says it’s complicated, but Josslyn says she’s condoning it by being with him, and asks her to explain it. Carly gets an emergency call from the hotel. She tells Josslyn she loves her, and they’ll talk about it tomorrow.

Sam says that since Jason got a text from Sonny, she figured he’d be there. Sonny says he told Jason that it wasn’t important. She says when Sonny says jump, Jason asks how high. Sonny tells her that he’s always done right be her and her family. Sam suggests if he wants to do right by them, to leave them alone and stay as far away as possible.

Carly and a fireman come up to Ned’s room. The fireman tells the guys to be more careful. He goes off to check the other rooms as a safety measure. Ned apologizes, thinking it was going to be a quiet bachelor party. Carly tells him there’s no such thing, and says to take it easy on the room. Dante says they dodged a bullet; it could have been his mother.

Laura has to make some calls, and when she’s gone, Olivia downs martini’s like a pro. By the time Laura gets back to the table, Olivia is already drunk. Laura says that she was only gone for fifteen minutes, and asks if Olivia has eaten today. Olivia says the dress isn’t going to fit itself. She thought about tomorrow, and how much she hates public speaking, and supposed she should get a head start on liquid courage. She says she’s ready for the stripper. Laura says they’re cancelling phase two, and getting a room upstairs.

Sonny tells Sam that they’re his family. Sam asks if he’s there when she puts her kids to bed and worries if their father is coming home. She lost him because of Sonny, and they made their way back to each other. It’s going to stay that way because Jason decided to leave the business, and he’s not getting pulled back in. Sonny says there’s something she doesn’t know, but Jason calls, asking Sam where she is. He came to pick her up and she was gone. She says she took a car, and he says he’ll meet her at home. She suggests they meet at the MetroCourt for dinner. Sonny wonders what’s wrong, and Sam apologizes. She doesn’t know what happened; she just snapped. He says with a new baby at home, it makes sense. She asks him not to mention it to Jason, and he agrees.

Curtis tells Jordan that Stella practically raised him, and the thought of her dying before they’ve made peace is devastating. Griff comes out, and tells them that Stella is doing better. She suffered a mild stroke, but they have reason to hope for a good outcome since they got her there so quickly. Jordan asks about permanent damage, but Griff says it’s tough to tell with someone who has a history of it. Curtis is surprised to hear that, and at first, Griff doesn’t want to say anymore. Curtis says she’s like his mother, and Griff tells him that they were able to contact her primary physician, and this has happened before.

Jason meets Sam at the bar. He asks what the doctor said, and she tells him she has an iron deficiency. All she needs is vitamins and sleep. And major psychotropic drugs and therapy. I added that last part.

Carly meets Sonny at Pozzulo’s. He tells her about Sam stopping by, but then says it was nothing. Carly says things aren’t getting better with Josslyn; they’re getting worse. He says that it’s because of him.

Josslyn texts Oscar that she’s stuck in Port Charles after all. He asks if she’s okay, and she says family drama. He asks if she wants to talk about it.

Curtis and Jordan visit Stella. She says she’s sorry; she doesn’t know what happened. Curtis tells her that she needs to rest, but she had him scared, and Jordan says, the both of them. Stella tells them that the handsome doctor told her she’ll be fine. Curtis says that Griff told them she had a stroke, and it wasn’t the first time. She says he had no business telling them that; it was years ago, shortly after his mother died. She didn’t tell him because he’d just lost his brother and mother, and she didn’t want to burden him. He says he loves her, but she says she listened to her doctor, and got it under control. She was doing fine until she showed up in Port Charles. She looks pointedly at Jordan.

Lulu and Laura get Olivia to a room. Lulu wants to cancel the rest of the evening. When Olivia protests, Laura says they can always book a stripper for her anniversary. She asks if Olivia would like to talk about why she downed four martinis; maybe there’s something else she’s terrified about – like getting married. Olivia laughs, and then says she is terrified. Laura says there’s no guarantees in life, even when you love someone. The only questions she has to ask herself is if she wants to spend her life without Ned. Olivia says not a chance, thanks Laura for being a good friend, and passes out.

Dillon leaves to find Michael. Dante tells Ned that maybe they can find  a way to salvage the evening, adding that he’d walk through fire before hurting Olivia. Ned says that Dante tries to do the most right for the most people, and if he’s earned Dante’s approval, it’s a major achievement. Dante says that Ned is a good guy, and his mother is the same way, putting others needs before her own. He welcomes Ned to the family.

Olivia snores. Someone bangs on the door, and she stumbles to open it. It’s the fireman. She says Lulu brought the entertainment to her. She asks if he doesn’t have a fire to put out, but he says he has to inspect her room. She says she’ll inspect his room, rips off his jacket, throws him on the bed, and suggests the get the party started. That was funny, but I have to say it. I doubt a hotel manager would let a lone fireman inspect the rooms by himself.

Olivia looks out from a jail cell door, still wearing her feather boa and tiara.

Michael gets back to the bachelor party, and says he missed a lot. Dante tells him to just be glad he wasn’t there when his mother showed up. Michael has brought back something from the Quartermaine private reserve. Dillon toasts to Ned and Olivia’s happiness, and hopes it will rub off on the rest of the family. Dante gets a call from the station. Ned says if someone asked five years ago he’d be living in the Quartermaine mansion with them, he’d have laughed, but he couldn’t be happier they’re all together. On the phone, Dante says, my mother is where?

Olivia tells a cop to talk to her son, Dante. He says he knows Dante’s mother isn’t a streetwalker. She’s offended, but then notices what she’s wearing, and says maybe she can’t argue with that. I’m guessing most streetwalkers don’t wear tiaras though.

Curtis says he’s not losing Stella. She says he saved her, but he says it was Jordan who knew what was happening. Elizabeth comes in to take Stella’s vitals. Jordan leaves to call TJ. Stella thanks her for saving the day.

In the hallway, Griff asks if Jordan is all right. She says Stella has been through a lot of stress lately, and asks if it’s possible that’s the reason for the stroke. He says it’s impossible to predict, but the survival rate decreases with every stroke. He’s going to do everything possible to make sure there isn’t another one.

Sonny tells Carly that he’s sorry about Josslyn. She says at the end of the day, she’s the parent, but wishes that Josslyn wasn’t so stubborn. Sonny wonders where she got it from. Carly thinks that Jax wouldn’t want her living there anyway, but it’s not possible to sit down and discuss it between the three of them.

Sam asks Jason what Sonny wanted. Jason says he’s quitting the business and seemed serious. He’s looking for a successor. In her head, Sonny tells Sam, that’s right, and she knows who it will be.

Carly asks Laura where the bride-to-be is, and Laura says in for the night. Four martinis on an empty stomach, and she’s down for the count. Laura thinks she just wanted a quiet night in anyway, and she got it.

Dante says, that’s her, and the cop apologizes, saying she looks young enough to be his sister, which makes Olivia happy. Dante asks if she’s okay, and she says that depends. She feels humiliated.

Jordan tells Curtis that she thinks Stella wants to spend time with her family, so she’s going to go. Curtis says they’ll meet up later, and thanks her for everything she did.

Josslyn texts to Oscar that no one is listening to her. Oscar says it sucks, but Port Charles would be boring without her.

Sonny calls someone. He says he has a job for them.

In Sam’s head, Sonny says they’ll never get rid of him. She asks Jason if Sonny asked him to take over. He says no. He’s out of the business, and now that Sonny is too, maybe their families can have some peace. Delusion Sonny tells Sam that he’s never going to let Jason go.

Tomorrow, Sonny hopes Josslyn can forgive him one day, Amy doesn’t think she and Nathan should do this anymore, and Olivia-F says the wedding is off.

😿 A dear friend, who I met through an online Pekingese dog group, passed away in her sleep last night, so I’ll just leave it at this…

Apparently, then, our lifelong nostalgia, our longing to be reunited with something in the universe from which we now feel cut off, to be on the inside of some door which we have always seen from the outside, is no mere neurotic fancy, but the truest index of our real situation. And to be at last summoned inside would be both glory and honour beyond all our merits and also the healing of that old ache… The whole man is to drink joy from the fountain of joy. – CS Lewis, from The Weight of Glory, compiled in Words to Live By

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Jul6

July 5, 2017 – Sam Goes Over the Edge, a Toast to Friendship & Some Odds & Ends

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What I Watched Today

(rambling, random thoughts & annoyingly detailed recaps from real time TV watching)

 

 

General Hospital

Sonny goes through some paperwork, and thinks he’s found the exit ramp he’s looking for.

Jason takes Sam to the doctor. He says whatever it is, even if it’s nothing, they’re in this together. Sonny texts, asking if he’s free.

Molly and Alexis meet TJ and Aunt Stella for dinner.

Jordan tells Curtis that Obrecht is awaiting arraignment. Curtis asks if she wants to celebrate, but she says she has to arrest him too.

Anna and Andre have apparently danced through the holiday weekend. He asks if she feels better, and she suggests putting a dance floor in his office. She asks if he’s good, and he kisses her. I guess that answers her question.

Nina gets a call and says she’ll accept it. It’s Valentin calling from The Hauge in the Netherlands. He says it’s good to hear her voice. Nina asks how it’s possible, and he says he gets the occasional phone call. He called Charlotte, but it went to voicemail. She wonders if he called for her to give a message to Charlotte, but he says he misses her and loves her. She asks if a trial date has been set, and he tells her that there isn’t going to be one.

Andre tells Anna they should forget it happened, and Anna asks if that’s what he wants. If not, maybe they can go back to her place.

Jason tells Sam that he’ll call Sonny later. Sam hates that Jason is worried about her. The doctor comes out, introducing himself as Dr. David Bench. He says he prefers to meet with Sam alone, and she suggests Jason find out what Sonny wanted; it might be good news for a change.

Stella is happy to get to know Alexis, and looks forward to meeting the rest of the family. Alexis asks if she has kids, and Stella says her sister’s kids are enough. She wonders where Curtis is, and TJ says he couldn’t make it; he’s working.

Jordan tells Curtis that she has no choice but to arrest him for unlawful access to medical records. Curtis is flabbergasted, and says that Monica set it up. He realizes that Jordan is teasing him, and she says she got him good. He asks her to come have a drink with him. She says one drink. He says, and nothing more, but in the next scene, they’re at her place, getting busy. And there’s a song part. You know when there’s music with lyrics playing, things are serious.

Stella tells Alexis that she thinks TJ is trying to cover up that she and Curtis had a rough patch. Having three daughters, Alexis says she knows all about rough patches. She adds that Curtis is probably working on a case. Her son-in-law works with him occasionally.

Jordan tells Curtis that it was a mistake. Curtis says that she’s denying how she really feels. The past is the past, and they deserve happiness. She tells him to try telling that to Stella. He says Stella’s feelings aren’t the only ones to consider. TJ is cool with them, and they can’t deny how they feel. He says they can’t live their life looking backwards, and if it offends Stella, she’ll have to live with it. He thinks they’re on the verge of building something special, and doesn’t want to give it up

Nina asks if he’s cutting a deal, but Valentin says no. He says that he’s not going to make it through the preliminaries. The Chimera’s existence embarrasses the WSB, and they’re going to make him disappear. She says if anything like that happens, she’ll contact all of the publishers she knows, in addition to splashing it on the cover of Crimson. Valentin tells her that she’ll only bring trouble to herself, and all she should reveal is that he was arrested and she cut him out of her life. He’s sorry he had Charlotte believe he was coming back; it was the wish of a desperate father. He apologizes for bothering her, but wanted to hear her voice. He hangs up.

Andre tells Anna that he dislikes scrutinizing a moment to death when not on the clock, but doesn’t want to ruin a good thing for a night of satisfaction. Anna’s phone rings. It’s Nina. She says she needs to talk to her about Valentin.

Dr. Bench asks Sam what the problem is, and she says that Jason wanted her to get checked out. They’ve been having disagreements and she’s been more short-tempered than usual. He says it could be lack of sleep, and wonders if there’s anything else. She says she thinks there is something in her life that’s off.

Jason goes to Pozzulo’s. Sonny thanks him for the warning about the Garvster, who is now in the hospital, but will be going to prison. He says he’s making a decision, and wants Jason to know first. He’s giving up the territory and getting out of the business.

At Nina’s office, Nina tells Anna that Valentin told her he wouldn’t live to stand trial, and the WSB will make him disappear to avoid publicity. She says she doesn’t understand. Aren’t they the good guys? Would they really kill him, and what can they do to stop it?

Stella compliments Alexis on how she raised Molly, and Alexis says TJ is no slouch either. Alexis says she has a tendency to swoop in and “save” her kids, but made a promise to keep her nose out of it. Stella asks what she would do if one of her daughters was responsible for another daughter’s death, and if she wouldn’t interfere.

Jordan says that Curtis is the one who will pay for it if they ignore Stella’s feelings. He says she may raise some hell, but she’ll come around eventually. Jordan doesn’t think she’s going to get past it anytime soon. He says that she’s not the only stubborn one in the family, and he’s chosen Jordan.

Sam tells Dr. Bench that she doesn’t feel like herself, but he wants her to be more specific. He asks what was going on the last time she felt like that. In her head, she tells herself to be careful or she’ll get sent away. She tells him about how her opinion changed on something, and it’s caused her and Jason to clash more. The doctor says he can’t say there’s nothing wrong yet, and asks if she’s familiar with postpartum depression. He suggests a blood test.

Sonny tells Jason that it’s been a long time coming, and that he and Carly changed their minds about the divorce. He decided that if they survived, he would leave the business. He says he’s starting a new life like Jason did. Jason asks what makes him think he can pull it off, and Sonny asks if he doubts his sincerity or his ability. Jason says someone will want to take his place and might want to make sure he can’t come back. Sonny says he can’t keep trying to stay with the control and power if it means he’ll lose the people he loves. Life is too short. He knows it takes more than a resignation letter, but he has to do it. He says it has to be careful planning, and Jason says he needs a successor who won’t screw it up or come after him. He asks if that’s why he’s there.

Dr. Bench comes back with the initial results. Fastest. Lab. Tests. Ever. Sam has an iron deficiency, and he tells her that it can cause physical symptoms that possibly affect moods. He wants her to schedule another appointment for more tests. Sam sees Sonny in her head, and he tells her that what’s wrong with her can’t be fixed.

Stella and Alexis agree not to take a one size fits all approach to discussing each other’s families. Stella says she doesn’t interfere, but has a knack for making her feelings known to get the desired results. How that isn’t the same thing, I’m not sure. Curtis and Jordan walk into the restaurant together.

Anna tells Nina that Valentin has reason not to trust the WSB, but she knows the head guy, and he’d never make Valentin disappear. Nina says her understanding of the situation doesn’t matter, but Valentin does. If she hadn’t told Anna where he was, he, Nina, and Charlotte would all be together. What if she’s wrong, and they find out he disappeared? Who’s going to tell Charlotte that he’s never coming back?

Valentin writes Nina a thank you letter for the happiest months of his life. She gave him a chance to be better, and for a while he was. He’s sorry to have given her reasons to doubt him. He swears he loves her and always will. Their time together was a gift for both him and Charlotte. He says Charlotte will always have her, and begs Nina to stay in her life. He wishes he could have given both of them more.

Anna tells Nina that it’s espionage, plain and simple, and it’s a crime. Nina says it’s convenient that her friend is head of the WSB, and asks if he turned his head regarding her sister. Anna says that Nina has no idea what she’s saying. Nina says all she knows is that everything was amazing until Anna showed up, breaking into their house and accusing Valentin of all kinds of things, and then her sister took over. Now he’s in prison and thinks he’s going to die, and Anna says she should trust the bureau. Anna says they’re not going to kill him, but they’ll see him convicted. She advises Nina to distance herself. If he calls again, it might be better for both of them if she doesn’t pick up.

Alexis thanks Stella for the evening, and leaves. Stella tells Curtis that he just missed TJ and Molly, and he says he didn’t know they were having a family dinner. Stella sarcastically says that’s because he was working, and too bad he couldn’t make the time. He tells her that Molly and TJ don’t need any additional drama. He made the mistake of giving in to Stella’s every wish, but he’s corrected that mistake now.

Sonny tells Jason that he hasn’t figured it out yet. Whoever he chooses might come after Jason, and he says Jason should be ready for that. Jason sees a text from Sam saying that she’s been delayed at the hospital. Sonny toasts to a peaceful transition. He says who knows what’s coming next, and Jason says whatever it is, they’ll handle it.

In her head, Sonny tells Sam that the only way to solve the problem is to get rid of what’s distracting Jason. Dr. Bench gives Sam some advice and another appointment date. He tells her to call if she needs to come in sooner. He leaves, and as Sam is about to walk out, she eyeballs a tray of surgical instruments.

Andre sees Anna, and asks what brings her to the hospital. She says that she thought he’d be there, and stumbles over her words, saying that she thought they could pick up where they left off.

Nina looks at the family photo on her desk, and remembers when Valentin gave her the engagement ring. She takes off her wedding ring set.

Valentin folds the letter. A huge man comes in, and Valentin says he’s not the regular. Dude says he’s with the WSB. Valentin asks him to take the letter, but he says that’s not his job. He tells Valentin to stand up, and cuffs him.  He takes him out of the cell. I’m hoping that he’s an emissary from Alex.

Stella says that Curtis is treating the family with shame and disrespect. He tells her that she’ll have to respect he’s with Jordan. Jordan asks if they can’t co-exist respectfully for TJ’s sake. Stella suddenly keels over and falls to the floor.

Jason gets to the hospital, and Dr. Bench tells him that Sam left already.

Sam shows up at Pozzulo’s. Sonny tells her that she just missed Jason, but she says she came to see him. She wants to give him a gift. She pulls out a surgical scalpel, and stabs him repeatedly.

Tomorrow, a fire happens, Olivia-F has a bachelorette party, and Carly wants to talk to Josslyn about her father.

The Real Housewives of New York City

Ramona makes breakfast in Vermont. Dorinda’s stuff has finally arrived. She doesn’t want to go skiing with the others because she doesn’t want to be on the bunny hill with the six-year-olds, or injure herself before the Mexico trip.

Bethenny tells Tinsley that she has compassion for her. In her interview, she says that Tinsley seems like a mess, and she doesn’t want to add to it. Tinsley tells her that she felt like people wanted her to just get over it, but Bethenny tells her she should take whatever time she needs. Tinsley is happy that they’ve cleared the air.

Sonja tells Luann that she’s getting it that Luann is married; she’s transitioning. In her interview, Luann asks if this is a partouze, which is basically French for a threesome. She says that Sonja seems to act like her relationship is a joke and says inappropriate things. We flash back to Sonja talking about them having sex with the same guy (i.e. Tom). Sonja says she just wants to be herself, but it’s hard because inappropriateness comes with the territory. Luann wants an apology, but says Sonja won’t apologize to save her life. Sonja feels like she’s apologized enough, and complains to the others that she hates having rules, but she’s going to try for Luann. Dorinda suggests she drop it for the rest of the time they’re in Vermont, which is probably like waving a red flag at a bull.

Tinsley and Luann both have red ski jackets, and Luann thinks they look like a Swiss ski patrol. Ramona yaps about how much she’s been doing, and Dorinda says she took the Catholic guilt option and gave Ramona the bigger room. Everyone else leaves for skiing, and she breathes a sigh of relief.

Luann says it’s perfect weather for skiing – both snow and sunshine. Ramona isn’t a fan of East Coast skiing because it can be powdery on top, but icy underneath. She captures a young ski instructor to help her. In her interview, Sonja says Ramona can hot dog behind him on the slopes, but nothing romantic is going to happen. Luann thinks it’s a miracle that Ramona still has her clothes on.

Carole stays behind with Dorinda; she prefers going to the lodge. She tells Dorinda how nice it was of her to switch rooms with Ramona, and about how Luann complained about her room. Dorinda says married or not, first come, first served. She’s also annoyed with Sonja for the comments she’s made about Tom.

Luann complains on the ski lift about Sonja’s inappropriate (word of the day) comments. She says she thinks because Sonja has been single for so long, she’s forgotten how it works. In her interview, Luann talks about how Bethenny has SkinnyGirl everything, including a car. The instructor takes a picture for them, and in her interview Bethenny compares him and Ramona to a baby chicken and a barracuda.

Carole tells Dorinda that she feels like Tinsley was ganged up on. Dorinda says after leaving an abusive relationship, it’s like having PTSD. On the slopes, Ramona wishes Tinsley would get out of her way, because she wants the hill to herself. Bethenny is snowboarding, and says the trip couldn’t have come at a better time.

Dorinda says everybody handles their stuff differently. Carole says wannabe Jason is gaslighting Bethenny, even though she’s kept her mouth shut about him publicly. She shows Dorinda a Page Six article, and says that it’s a game changer. The suckerfish has been arrested for stalking, and the article talks about him showing up at Bryn’s school. Dorinda wonders if he’s lost his mind. No. He never had one. She doesn’t know how Bethenny holds it all together. Carole says she thought it would go away after the settlement, but it got worse, and he wouldn’t let up.

Ramona makes a point of telling the instructor that she’s single. In her interview, she thinks Bethenny is acting like they’re in middle school, and a question mark forms over my head. Because she’s snowboarding instead of skiing?

On the lift, Bethenny tells Tinsley that she couldn’t sleep because of anxiety over their conversation. She says the Mexico trip will be a challenge. Luann reminds Bethenny that she’s going to arrive later, giving Bethenny the idea to invite Ramona to come halfway through. Half of the trip will be good, and the other half will be psychotic.

Ramona drags the ski instructor back to the lodge. It turns out he’s from an area where Dorinda lived, and Ramona asks him to get her something to drink, because she doesn’t like his attention being divided. When he goes to the bar, Ramona says how sweet he is. Carole says he gets paid to be sweet, and in her interview, thinks Ramona is a rude flirt. After the instructor returns, Ramona wants him to get something for Dorinda, but Dorinda tells her that he’s not a waiter. In her interview, Dorinda says it’s awkward; he knows what’s going on, and it’s past cougar. Ramona makes a toast to how great everything is. Sonja asks if everyone is good, and Dorinda says yes, she feels her drinks kicking in.

Ramona thinks Bethenny is having difficulties. In her interview, Dorinda says she doesn’t like to pry, and goes by people’s reactions and actions. Bethenny isn’t sure how much to say, since there are some people she doesn’t trust. By that I think she means Ramona. Tinsley is on antidepressants, and in her interview, Carole says she’s not a shrink, but knows you’re not supposed to drink when you’re taking them. Dorinda and Bethenny discuss relationships. Bethenny says she’s private about certain things, and Dorinda tells her that if she wants to talk about it, she’s there. Tinsley is annoyed that Ramona has her bare feet on the coffee table. I would be too.

The ladies go back to their lodging. Carole tells Bethenny she confided in Dorinda, but noticed it’s blowing up anyway. I love Bethenny’s sweater, and wonder if she knitted it herself. In her interview, she says she just wants some relief and normalcy.

Luann tries to light a fire in the gas fireplace. At first it does nothing, then overcompensates. She wonders if she still has her eyebrows.

A few guys from a local restaurant arrive. Ramona met some restaurateurs on the mountain, and set up a dinner for the girls. Ramona does Sonja’s hair, and in her interview, Luann wonders if Ramona was kicked out of beauty school for being mean. Luann asks if Sonja and Ramona were invited to Mexico, and Ramona says she wasn’t. Luann tells them about Bethenny saying Ramona should come for a few days, since Luann is going to be late. In her interview, Ramona feels slighted for the backhanded invite.

Dorinda says Tinsley is a professional shopper and professional day drinker, amending the latter to Olympic style. Ramona tells Sonja that she didn’t feel any bad energy from Bethenny. Sonja wonders if they’re on the same planet, because she thought Bethenny seemed annoyed. In her interview, she’s sure Ramona will be going to Mexico, since she wiggles her way into everything. Maybe she can bring Christy from Little Women: LA. Ramona gets all excited when she sees that the restaurant has sent the wine that she likes. I get all excited about the food, and another fabulous sweater on Bethenny. Ramona explains that the dinner was inspired by one of Bethenny’s ideas. In her interview, Bethenny talks about how awkward Ramona must be feeling.

Bethenny thinks they should play Truth or Dare, but Carole says it’s too easy to cheat and make something up. For whatever reason, Bethenny starts it off with a really personal sex question. Tinsley answers, Dorinda is grossed out, and in her interview, Luann says it’s TMI. I’m with the Countess on this one. Sonja picks a dare, and Bethenny wants her to give the waiter a passionate kiss. He’s not exactly receptive, but Bethenny gives her props for trying. Dorinda is next for truth, and John’s penis is discussed. We’ll just leave it at that. Carole admits to having sex with George Clooney a million years ago, and rates him a nine. Carole asks Ramona how many men she’s been with since the divorce. She says three, but doesn’t count Bill Clinton’s kind of sex. The restaurant people can’t believe the conversation. Neither can I. Luann says she feels lucky to be in a relationship, and in her interview, Ramona says Luann is acting superior. Dorinda says the truth is, that Tom was out there, a lot of things were public, and everyone is tired of hearing about Palm Beach. Luann tells Dorinda not to make her feel bad about it. In her interview, Dorinda says they’re happy for her, but don’t want to hear about it anymore; they’ve got it. Bethenny says it was a rough road, but if Luann wants to revel in it, that’s fine. Dorinda says Bethenny is doing an about face.

Dorinda says she’s stuck up for Luann more than anyone. Bethenny says she understands how Luann got there. A lot of stuff happened on the way to the wedding, and it’s a human moment to want to enjoy a honeymoon phase, whereas Luann’s excessive bragging wasn’t. Luann says she made it. (She’s married!) In her interview, she’s surprised at Dorinda. Dorinda says Luann is looking at her weird, and that she’s not God. Luann says she didn’t mean for it to sound the way it did, and loves Dorinda. Carole makes a silly rhyming toast about friendship. Sonja decides to make a toast too, but manages to slip in something snarky about Tom. Carole says that’s mean-spirited toasting and she doesn’t like it. Luann says, and these are her f-ing friends.

Next time, Sonja gets electrolysis for the Mexico trip, Ramona is sure that she’s going to be invited to Mexico, Carole fixes Tinsley up, and Ramona demands respect and sympathy from Bethenny.

🍴 Both MasterChef and The f Word were reruns tonight. Which is just as well, since I spent last night running interference between small dogs and loud noises.

🌺 Little Women: LA ended their season with an 80s prom, where Tonya and Kerwin were crowned king and queen. Kerwin also asked Tonya to marry him. She said yes, but is still hesitant to get married. Briana’s husband, Matt, is still a creep, but she’s still with him. SMH. Next up is the reunion, where the latest girl that Matt has “only kissed” will be trotted out.

🎸 Dave Navarro will be guest starring – well, really guest walking by – on Odd Mom Out this season. I don’t know his music well, but I liked him so much in an interview, I’ve supported his solo efforts since then.

😆 WiFi. It’s not a question. – a character in Ford commercial

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Jul4

July 3, 2017 – Not Much TV & Celebrating Independence

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What I Watched Today

(rambling, random thoughts & annoyingly detailed recaps from real time TV watching)

 

General Hospital was a rerun from March today, and will also be tomorrow, which is really today for some of you. I remember the days (putting on my shawl) when they actually had new episodes on holidays. Although it did give me more of a chance to get sucked into the world of Game of Thrones. I didn’t stay up all night during the marathon, but the only episodes I fully missed were when I was sleeping. It was like, wait, let me just watch this one part; oh yeah, there’s this part; that’s right, in the next episode (insert your favorite villain here) bites the dust; and before I knew it, it was the end of season six.

🗽 Have a Happy and safe Independence Day, and please, please keep your pets inside well before fireworks time. 🐱More pets are lost on this day than any other.🐶

🙌 Also, don’t forget what we’re celebrating, besides a day off from work. My favorite way to commemorate the occasion, besides a trip to Oceanfest (i.e. glorified flea market with sandcastles) and hoisting a few, is to watch 1776. If you don’t like musicals, it might not be for you, but I probably learned more about the signing of the Declaration of Independence from this film than any history class. It also gives a glimpse into the personal lives of our forefathers and humanizes them. The cast is superb – William Daniels (John Adams), Ken Howard (Thomas Jefferson), Howard Da Silva (Benjamin Franklin), and a host of others, including several actors from the original Dark Shadows. Full of humor, wittiness, and spirit, it never gets old for me.

A Few Quotes from the Film…

I have come to the conclusion that one useless man is called a disgrace; that two are called a law firm, and that three or more become a Congress!  – John Adams

Oh Mr. Dickinson, I’m surprised at you. You should know that rebellion is always legal in the first person, such as “our rebellion.” It is only in the third person – “their rebellion” – that it is illegal. – Benjamin Franklin

To place before mankind the common sense of the subject, in terms so plain and firm as to command their assent. – Thomas Jefferson, on the purpose of the Declaration

I’m concerned over the continued absence of 1/13th of this Congress. Where is New Jersey? – John Hancock, and in reply, Somewhere between New York and Pennsylvania. – John Dickinson

Revolutions, Mr. Dickinson, come into this world like bastard children – half improvised and half compromised. – Benjamin Franklin

This is a revolution, dammit! We’re going to have to offend somebody! – John Adams

At a stage in life when other men prosper, I’m reduced to living in Philadelphia. – John Adams

💻 You can see the whole film here… 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bBOQvfR1bvs

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July 2, 2017 – Fear the Safety Perspective, Don’t Let the Potomac Hit You on the Way Out & the Marathon Lingers

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What I Watched Today

(rambling, random thoughts & annoyingly detailed recaps from real time TV watching)

 

 

Fear the Walking Dead

Jeremiah sets up some target practice for Nick. Nick is worried about the caravan, and Jeremiah says they’ll get back when they get back.

Alicia gets out of Jake’s bed. She’s also worried about the caravan. Jake says he protected Troy when they were little, and she can trust him – on this at least. She says she’s more worried about whoever shot the helicopter down.

The caravan looks like a bunch of zombies coming up the road, ragged and shuffling. Alicia and Nick both run out to meet Madison. Everyone gets water, and injuries are looked at. Jeremiah asks what happened, and Troy wants to talk privately. Vernon says they all have a right to know, and Mike tells them that they’re Indian and slaughtered all of them. He says they’ll die too, if they don’t leave.

There’s a meeting in Jeremiah’s office, and Troy thinks they should hit them back immediately. Jeremiah asks if he scouted everything out. Madison says they were cautious, and Jeremiah says they’re extending the caution and not attacking. Troy says they either stole the land or didn’t, and Madison asks if it was stolen. Jeremiah says it was sold to his forebears, and what difference does it make? Jake tells Madison that Walker is a tribal lawyer. He’s sued them several times, and they’ve beat him in court every time. Jeremiah says the reservation is nothing but drug addicts and welfare cheats. He says it’s not racism, but the truth, and that was before the apocalypse, so he can just imagine now. Madison says the guy who talked to them was formidable and took command. Jeremiah asks if she has a crush on him, and tells Jake to deal with it.

Nick and Alicia take Madison back to their cabin. They unwrap and bathe her feet, which look pretty bad. Nick says Madison is strong, and she says he is too.

Alicia goes out to where Jake is practice shooting. She says sorry about the people he lost, but he says he didn’t know most of them. Alicia asks about Jeremiah, and Jake says that he’s the only founding father left; they’re getting picked off one by one. She asks if he’s afraid, and he says war is a violent place. He shows her how to use the automatic rifle. She asks who takes over the ranch after his dad. He says the land will pass to him and Troy, but the people don’t take orders well, so it could end up being anybody, even her. She says why wouldn’t it be him; they’ll want to look to somebody, so why not? She shoots the target.

Gretchen is looking for Alicia. Madison says she’s out and about, and asks how Mike is. She says he’s freaked, but said everyone would have died without her. Madison asks her to come in, and Gretchen says it’s her whole family. Her father doesn’t think it’s safe, and he’s one of the ones who built it. He said it’s just started, and he wants to leave the ranch. Madison says there’s nowhere safer, but Vernon thinks the Rockies will be safe at elevation. He thinks no one will listen, but being a founder, feels responsible.

Jeremiah drinks in his office. He hears something and goes outside. Nick does too. There are little fires all around, and everyone starts coming outside. The count about twenty, and Jeremiah says it wasn’t meant to burn them out; it’s just bullsh*t. Madison says the people are scared.

Nick goes to the pantry. Troy asks if Lucie took off. Nick gets annoyed, but Troy says he’s glad he didn’t take after her. Vernon and Kathy want to leave with some supplies. Troy tells Kathy that it’s no time to leave, but she says they’re worried. Vernon says this is what they put in, and the rules are that they can take it back out. Troy says the rules are for the people who live there, and if they leave, they don’t live there anymore. Kathy says that they spoke with his father, and to take it up with him.

Jeremiah looks like he has a headache, and tells Madison that it’s migraines. She almost tells him about Vernon, but Vernon joins them and beats her to it. He tells Jeremiah that they’ve been friends going on thirty years, but a man’s family comes first. He thinks the best thing to protect them is to leave. Jeremiah asks if they’re booking at the first sign of trouble, but Vernon says they’ve already killed eight. Jeremiah tells him to go. Madison begs Vernon to think for a minute, but he says his mind is made up, and walks away. Jeremiah tells her that when some men have kids, and it turns them into women, which she really appreciates. I can tell by the look on her face. Madison tells Jeremiah to give him a reason to stay or the rest will follow. Jeremiah says he welcomed them with open arms, and now has to beg them to stay? She says there’s a fight coming, and they’ll need everyone.

Vernon and his family are about to leave in their RV. Troy tells them he’ll shoot if the gate is opened. He tells Vernon to open the door, and tries to get Mike to come out. He says people died, and a man doesn’t run. Jake joins the people starting to gather, and tells Troy that Jeremiah said they could leave. Troy says everything is their property, and starts getting loud and stupid. Jake says that’s not what dad wants, and he’s just protecting the ranch. Troy tells him that he has no clue about protecting anything, and is he going to fight or surrender? Troy hits Jake. By now, Jeremiah is there, and almost decks Troy, but the others stop him. The gate is opened, and the RV leaves, Gretchen looking sadly out the window.

Troy is in the armory, and Madison asks if he’s looking for something to take out his old man. He says, never. All he’s ever had is this place and these people. He doesn’t understand it; the world outside is burned. Madison says that they want to see for themselves. He says Mike has been his friend since they were kids; he never quit on him. Madison says he didn’t quit on Troy; he stood by his family. Troy says it’s hard to know how to react. Madison says she’ll help him to save the others from the same mistake.

Troy tells his soldiers to come to attention. He says Mike is gone, and not coming back. From now on, they set an example, and will be a model of order, discipline, and chain of command. They have to make people feel safe or they’ll leave. They have to defend it with their lives or they’ll be slaughtered. It’s all they have, and it’s teetering. The only thing that can save it, is them. He says they’re all with him and do they understand. Everyone says, yes, sir.

Nick sees someone in the new/old house that burned. It’s Jeremiah, working. He asks where Nick has been; he’s been there drinking all night alone. That ought to be great for his migraines. He offers something to Nick, who says he’s high on life. Ha-ha! He tells Jeremiah to slow down, and asks what happened to his hand. Jeremiah says the expression “love the one you’re with” goes the same for hitting people, and I have no idea how that ties in. Nick says tomorrow is another day, a better one; he can crash there, and he’ll be too hungover to get in any fights. Jeremiah says the house is a sacred spot, where the movement was conceived; his life’s work. Now, two are dead, and one is dead to him. He knocks over the table, and while Nick is picking it up, Jeremiah takes the gun. He shoots three holes in the table, and apologizes. He says it’s Nick’s home and gun. He gets into bed. He tells Nick there’s blood in it; it’s in the earth. This guy is a font of information tonight.

Alicia comes into the bunkhouse, and Madison startles her. She asks if Alicia was at Bible study, and Alicia says she was at Jake’s, adding it’s nothing serious. Madison says the rhythm method is bullsh*t, and Alicia says Madison already told her that when she was a little kid, and she thought Madison was talking about a band. Alicia tells Madison that there’s birth control in the pantry. Madison says that the stakes are higher now, and asks if Alicia likes him. Alicia says yes; like, but not love.

Yep, Jeremiah is hungover. Nick says he raided the pantry, and offers him some coffee. Jeremiah starts to say, about last night… and Nick interrupts, saying that he was at the bunkhouse, and did he miss something? Jeremiah spies a horse near the fence and wonders how long it’s been there. They move closer, and he realizes it’s Vernon’s horse. He tells Nick to get Madison.

Madison, Jeremiah, and Nick go out in the truck. Jeremiah doesn’t think they would just free the horse. He thinks that the family is dead, but questions how they got that way. He tells Madison to be ready for that.

Alicia looks at some of Jake’s desk papers, and sees they’re concerning the Black Hat Reservation. He says he’s going to talk to Walker. He wants to take the back way, so his father won’t stop him. Alicia is afraid he’ll get killed, but Jake says he has to be more than just a voice in his father’s ear. She thinks he should take charge inside the camp. He tells her that Walker isn’t crazy, and his people got a raw deal. She asks him not to go, but he leaves anyway.

Madison and company see the RV. It has bullet holes in the windshield. Jeremiah says to stay ready; a lot of dead wander around there. They hear sounds in the camper. Jeremiah opens the door, gun drawn. He goes inside, and we hear shots. He comes out, and says it was Vernon and Kathy. They see Mike, really dead, leaning up against the RV, and hear zombie feeding noises from the trailer. Inside, Gretchen and the rest of the family are chowing down on a horse. Madison shoots them, but pauses before shooting Gretchen, who’s the last one. Gretchen snaps at her like a rabid dog for a while, and Madison finally shoots her.

They pack everybody up. Nick asks Madison if it had something to do with Troy, but she says Walker is close by. Nick says no way they’d leave horses, an RV, and supplies. Jeremiah says of all the things Troy has done, he’s never anything like this, not to his own people. Madison says they need to be sure. Jeremiah doesn’t know what to do, and she says they have to go back.

The RV is brought back with the truck. Madison opens the truck bed, and looks at Troy. Everyone sees the bodies, and gets a little freaked. Madison says they were good people, and didn’t deserve it. She and her family were taken in as strangers at the ranch, and grew to love it there. She wishes her husband had lived to see it, but he was killed – by the same people who killed Phil and the people at the outpost. Walker’s people have now killed their friends. She explains that she’s seen firsthand what happens to his victims. They haven’t been out in the world, but she has, and there’s nothing out there. If they leave, they’ll die. She tells them that Walker’s people don’t have enough strength to fight them, but they’re trying to scare them out. Out there, where no one can see, and there’s no militia to protect them. If they stay together, they live. Everyone starts nodding, and Nick gives Madison the stink eye.

Alicia looks through Jake’s papers, and shoves some into her bag. Nick watches as everyone puts stuff back into the pantry. He tells Madison that she was impressive, and she says it was necessary. He asks how she could tell such a big lie. She says she didn’t lie; they’re safe where they are, and she’ll sleep like a baby. No one would believe it was Troy; they’re more afraid of what’s out there. Nick says that she should have told him first. He would have backed her like he’s backing her now. He tells her not to forget who Troy is.

Madison joins Troy, who’s sitting by himself. He tells her that he didn’t go out to do that. He wanted to look Mike in the eye, and have Mike tell him directly; he owed Troy that. Madison says Mike didn’t want to. Troy says that they both said things, and it went bad. She says that he could run this place, but not if he lets things break. Last night, he took command. Jake doesn’t have what he has; he’s the survivor and heir. She doesn’t want to hear that he lost control; it can’t happen. She doesn’t care why he does what he does, only that he controls it. He asks her why, and she tells him that a fight is coming. He has to save them. She asks if he can, and he says, yes, ma’am.

I got distracted because one of my dogs was stuck in a little dog tent, but next time is the finale, which will be preceded by a marathon. I did catch Madison saying that sides don’t matter, and Troy doesn’t think Jake is coming back.

🏛 The Real Housewives of Potomac had their finale tonight, with the reunion to follow next time. Apparently, Karen isn’t really downsizing, just making a lateral move to another city. The new house has nine bedrooms and is 14,000 square feet. That sounds like something Lisa Vanderpump and Ken Todd might “downsize” to. She had a Bollywood themed party, that had a touch of Welcome to America thrown in. I guess the invites said to show up in Indian costume, because Monique arrived in Native American regalia. I wasn’t sure if this was supposed to be a (bad) joke, or if she’s the Porsha of the group. I’ve also started to wonder about Robyn and Juan. Although divorced, they’ve never parted company, and now are devoting six months to working on their relationship. Romantic relationship. Could this all possibly be to get some storyline? Because, face it, there isn’t much else interesting about them. There weren’t any fascinating factoids in the blurbs at the end either. The best of it was that Monique is installing a shark tank in her kitchen, and Ashley’s restaurant and marriage are still tanking.

♛ Because I’ve been watching all weekend…

It’s not easy being drunk all the time. Everyone would do it if it were easy. – Tyrion Lannister, Game of Thrones

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Jul2

July 1, 2017 – Playing the Throne Game

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What I Watched Today

(rambling, random thoughts & annoyingly detailed recaps from real time TV watching)

 

Normally, I don’t post on a Saturday, but this is too good to miss. No recap; just opinion.

Game of Thrones

Baby dragons are now flying off the shelves at the HBO store. Even though the new season start date is July 16th, HBO is airing a Game of Thrones marathon that started from season one, episode one. (As I’m writing, they’re on the second season.) I’m guessing this is for Independence Day weekend, and they’ll have another marathon prior to the beginning of season seven. If you haven’t seen this show before, now’s the time. If you’re already a viewer, it’s a great refresher course. It’s been so long, you’ll need it.

While I love the fashion and the castles, Medieval themed stories are not my thing, but I immediately fell in love with GoT. I didn’t come to it the conventional way though. I had pretty much ignored it throughout the first three seasons, and then came “The Red Wedding” in The Rains of Castamere episode at the end of season three. It was everywhere on the internet, and I decided to see what all the hoopla was about, so I went to trusty YouTube. And I was in. Spoiler ahead.

I have to admit, the scene made me laugh the first time I saw it. Not knowing much about the show, I had absolutely no investment in the characters, and didn’t even know the plotline, so I was watching with an unbiased, figuratively detached eye. It was bing! bang! boom! bodies dropping left and right, front and back, blood flying everywhere, like a Monty Python comedy sketch. The episode was still airing, so I checked it out, and was intrigued. I resolved to read the books, even though reading fantasy set in The Middle Ages is even less appealing to me than watching it. By page two, I was hooked. It was that well-written. As I read though, I started to become frustrated trying to picture certain things like The Wall, and couldn’t wait for the series to return. Occasionally, I would catch an episode here or there, but out of context, it wasn’t working for me that well.

When the next season rolled around, which, thankfully, didn’t take a year. I was able to catch up. I also continued reading the books (George R.R. Martin, write faster! And whatever you do, don’t die.), which were just as wonderful, and gave me a better understanding of the characters. I also liked that they were loooong, unlike a lot of modern day fiction.

So even if you think it’s not for you, give it a look. The sets and costumes are spectacular, the acting and writing is superb, and the plotline follows the books for the most part. At least, up until now. (Write faster!) And it has dragons. Everybody loves dragons.

Some Thrones Quotes

Death is so boring. – Tyrion Lannister

There is only one god, and his name is Death. And there is only one thing we say to Death: “Not today.” — Syrio Forel

You can’t steal her. She’s a woman, not a goat. – Samwell Tarly (Not the greatest quote, but it made me laugh.)

Winter is coming. – about a hundred different characters

When you play the game of thrones, you win or you die. There is no middle ground. — Cersei Lannister

If you think this has a happy ending, you haven’t been paying attention. — Ramsay Bolton

Hodor! – Hodor

Sort of like a Pinterest fail…

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Game of Thrones promo

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My fireplace…

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…at Christmastime

Jul1

June 30, 2017 – GH Almost Interruptus, Triple Quotes & Sage Advice

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What I Watched Today

(rambling, random thoughts & annoyingly detailed recaps from real time TV watching)

 

 

General Hospital

Nelle and Michael don’t even know what time it is. Michael asks Nelle to write a note excusing him for being late to work.

At the hospital, Monica says what Finn is suggesting is unusual, and he tells her that the plan has to work. Hayden says they’re close to setting “them” up. They’re using stage whispers, and Obrecht is listening. Monica wonders if she’s buying it, and Finn says it’s his only chance to get his job back, so she’d better.

Ned asks if he’s interrupting Kiki and Dillon.

Olivia-F visits Nina in her office to drop off some paperwork. They talk about the wedding, but Nina gets sad. Olivia sees the divorce papers on her desk.

Jordan asks Anna what she’s doing at Kelly’s. She thought she was going to the Netherlands for Valentin’s trial, but Anna says not yet. She says the idea of testifying against someone who was her friend, and is essentially in trouble because of her – Jordan interrupts, and says it was because of Alex. She says there are people who get under your skin and take a piece of your soul, and Anna concurs.

Nelle tells Michael that they’ll never get to work, and Michael says it’s part of his devious plan. She says he’ll get sick of her, so they need to spend time apart. He says let’s try it then, and tells her to get out of bed. She starts to, but he says he misses her already.

At the hospital, Curtis comes out of the elevator and fumbles around. Monica whispers to Finn and Hayden that Obrecht isn’t an idiot, and what if she sees through it? Hayden says Curtis is very good at his job. Curtis ambles over to Obrecht, and asks where the lab is. She asks what business he has there. The others exchange looks.

Anna says that Valentin asked if she thought what was happening was justice, but she couldn’t answer because it isn’t. She says it’s damage control. The Chimera never should have existed in the first place, let alone get lost, and the WSB wants to blame him. She says he isn’t totally blameless, but doesn’t see why he has to pay for the bureau’s sins. Andre approaches and makes small talk. He asks how Curtis is, but she says they stopped seeing each other.  Jordan excuses herself, and Anna says that was awkward.

Kiki says she was just about to leave. Ned asks how Ava is, and she says it’s been difficult, but she’s hanging in there. He says if there’s anything they can do, just ask.  Ned asks Dillon if Kiki is okay. Dillon says it’s been really rough. Ned says having him must make it easier; he’s solid and dependable, and Ned is grateful for that. Dillon wonders why Ned is being weird, and tells him that this time it’s going to stick and be a permanent commitment. He asks if Ned is getting cold feet.

Olivia apologizes, but Nina says she’s getting married and should be ecstatic. Olivia says she understands that Nina is in a different place, but Nina says she doesn’t have to sympathize; she knows how Olivia feels about Valentin. Olivia says he’s not her favorite, but he’s Nina’s husband – at least for now – and she loved him. Maybe she still does.

😭 I’m going to go out of my mind. ABC broke in with some news of a shooting. I get that – people might want that information – but they even keep saying, we don’t know anything. Then keep saying nothing… Well, we never went back to the show – BUT – I was able to catch the rest on YouTube. God bless whoever posted it.

Anna tells Andre she can’t rid her head of this whole mess. She says she’s had her own indiscretions and should have ended up in prison, and now Valentin is in prison for something her sister got him to do when he thought it was her. She feels responsible. Andre says she’s being too hard on herself; it wasn’t within her control. She tells him that being out of control is her least favorite thing, and Andre says him too.  Andre asks if she’s forgiven Valentin, but she thinks sometimes there’s nothing to forgive. She says Jordan is single again, but Andre tells her not to go there.

Jordan shows up at the hospital, and Hayden steers her away from Finn and Monica. Obrecht asks Curtis what his name and business are. He tells her Curtis Curtisson – his parents had a weird sense of humor – and he’s been hired as a new IT guy. He asks to be directed to the lab, and she asks what’s going on. He says unless she wants to take it up with HR, let him do his job. She points him toward the lab, but waits a beat and follows. Finn says, good Obrecht, like she’s a puppy.

Michael tells Nelle that she shouldn’t have to worry about being late, since she’s the best assistant Nina has had. He says that Tracy set up ELQ to put ads in Crimson, and he can buy some more ad space. It’s a win-win. She calls him a superhero, and he says he just uses his powers for good.

Nina tells Olivia that Valentin gave her a family, but he’s going to be in prison now, and she’s spiraling out of control. She wishes she’d stood by him. Olivia asks why she didn’t, and she says she couldn’t get over the Anna thing. It doesn’t matter anymore though; it’s too late.

Dillon asks if Ned is going to bail. Ned says he’s not, and thanks for the vote of confidence. He tells Dillon that he’s just emotional – in a good way. He says the way he feels about Olivia and Leo, and how she brings out the best in him, he’s a lucky guy. He believes this one will be forever. Dillon is rooting for him. Ned says he always does, and asks him to be the best man.

Andre laughs, and asks why he and Anna are feeling sorry for themselves, when they could be doing something to remind themselves there’s still joy in the world. He asks if she’s up for it, and she asks if she needs to bring anything. Andre says just her toes. Methinks they’ll be doing some dancing.

Curtis messes around in the lab. Obrecht is about to go in, when Kiki startles her. Obrecht asks if she’s thought about her proposition, and asks if she knows Curtis. Kiki looks through the lab window and says he’s not her type, but Obrecht she needs to find out what he’s up to. Kiki asks how, and Obrecht says she’s not certain, but start with Finn and company.

Monica wonders what’s taking so long. She says if Obrecht is on to them, she’ll walk away with millions, and have Monica’s job. Kiki joins them, and says that she just spoke to Obrecht, and she’s desperate to know what’s going on. She asks what she should tell her, and Finn says, the truth.

Dillon says hell, yes, he’ll be Ned’s best man; he’s stoked, and nothing would make him prouder. Ned asks if they should hug it out, and they do. Michael comes in, and asks if they have a moment. Dillon asks if he pulled an all-nighter at the office, and he says, not at the office.

Nelle runs into work. She gives Nina some paperwork, and asks if everything is okay. Nina says not really. She tells Nelle that they landed the exclusive Man Landers interview. Nelle asks if she found out who he is, but Nina says it adds to the mystique to keep it a secret. Nelle thinks Nina could use some romance advice, and Nina says that it’s apparent Nelle doesn’t need any. She says that she needs sunglasses to talk to her right now.

Michael tells Ned and Dillon that they’re not public yet, and his mom probably won’t react well. Ned is happy that Michael is happy. Michael asks what he walked in on, and Dillon tells him that he’s going to be Ned’s best man. Ned asks if he wants to toast with them. They toast to the next generation of Quartermaines, may they be less dysfunctional. Ned adds a toast to family, dysfunctional or not. Olivia is watching, and she tears up, saying that everything is perfect.

Andre brings Anna to a dance studio. Called it! He goes there when he wants an emotional pickup. Anna is surprised, because he seems reserved… er, poised. He says that he thinks the same of her, and all that poise takes its toll after a while. The place is empty right now, but he wants her to imagine it on Friday nights, filled with people dancing away their demons, stress, and disappointment. Anna adds, and their inner struggles. He asks if she wants to do this. She asks who should pick the music.

Finn paces, and Hayden says Kiki has it down. Monica says Kiki knows about lying. When Hayden asks if it’s firsthand experience, Monica says it’s a long story, but not as long as the one about them involving “I’m pregnant.” Hayden wonders how she found out, and Monica tells her that she got an email from Tracy saying to take care of her and the baby. She adds that it was from Amsterdam (nod to Tony Geary), and Tracy figured it out. How is it that Monica is right there and didn’t know? Monica is happy for them, and Finn says one more reason the plan has to work. He needs to be employed when the baby comes.

Kiki finds Obrecht still lingering outside of the lab. She asks if Kiki found out anything. Kiki tells her sort of. They hired the guy to find a video file on the laptop. Obrecht goes into the lab and tells Curtis to get out; there’s a medical emergency. He gathers up his stuff, saying they don’t pay him enough for this. Kiki asks if Obrecht needs anything else, and Obrecht drags her into the lab. She tells Kiki to bring up the files.

Jordan sees Curtis in the hallway, and asks why he’s there. He pulls her aside, and tells her to shush.

Nelle tells Nina that it was their first date – dinner and a concert. Then he walked her home and kinda stayed; they just left each other. Nina says she remembers the days when being away from each other was an eternity. She says Nelle deserves to be happy, but Nelle says not everyone would agree. Nina says she shouldn’t let Carly stand in her way. Nelle says that even if she wanted to, she couldn’t. She’s head over heels. She asks if Nina wants her to file the papers on her desk, but Nina says they’re divorce papers that she still needs to sign. Nelle says she’s sorry, and Nina says it’s her life; not fun, but it’s hers. Nelle tells her that things can turn around when you least expect it; it happened for her. Nina starts to cry. She says losing her family doesn’t feel good, but Valentin might be in prison for life, so she needs to move on. Nelle says that she knows what she would choose. Nina says she’ll just sign the papers. and it will be done, and she does.

Dillon says Olivia’s timing is perfect. They were just celebrating. She calls them ridiculously cute. Dillon tells her about Ned asking him to be best man, and she says she can’t think of anyone better. She toasts to the Quartermaine men, and the women who are lucky enough to love them. She wonders who Michael’s plus one will be for the wedding, and says that whoever it is will fit right in.

Andre suggests the jitterbug to Anna, but she thinks it’s too fast. He goes directly to proposing the Macarena, but that’s a definite no. He says he’s got it, and suddenly, the disco ball and music start. He does a whole Saturday Night Fever thing, and I remember that Finola Hughes was in Staying Alive. They dance, and It’s funny watching it on YouTube, because it runs slightly fast.

Jordan tells Curtis to let her go. He says she’ll have to trust him, and she asks if he’s under cover. He says in a way. He suggests they can find another way to pass the time later.

Obrecht tells Kiki to look for a video related to Finn’s urine specimen, explaining that someone else is doing something to it. Kiki says, like tampering? and then tells Obrecht she found something. Obrecht asks if it’s about her, and if they can see what she’s doing to Finn’s samples. Monica, Finn, and Hayden step into the room. Monica asks if Obrecht has anything to say for herself. Obrecht accuses Finn of hiring Kiki, and asks if they’re going to take her word. Finn says she was the one who tampered with his drug tests time and time again. Hayden says Obrecht is right; they shouldn’t take Kiki’s word – they’ll take her own. Monica tells Obrecht that they heard everything she said – they all did. Sans his “disguise,” Curtis says, hey, doc. Obrecht says she knew there was something familiar about him. He says he thinks she knows Commissioner Jordan too, and Jordan tells her that she’s under arrest.

Nelle talks to Michael on the phone. She says Nina was cool about her coming in late, and he doesn’t have to buy extra ad space, but he says he wants to anyway. She tells him that it’s his call, and asks if anyone said anything about him coming in late. He says he’s not at work yet, and she calls him a slacker. She wants to invite him to dinner tonight. He says he has an invitation for her too – to be his date for Ned and Olivia’s wedding. She says it’s just a few days away. He tells her that he knows it’s scary making it official, but it’s a good first step. It will just be the Quartermaines, and he’s a great dancer. She says she’s in.

Olivia tells Ned that she thinks they should add Sonny and Carly to the guest list. She feels it would be wrong not to invite them. Ned says, sure; what could go wrong?

Andre and Anna continue to dance. Anna says that he should have a studio in his office. He’s glad that she enjoyed it. They kiss.

Nina tells Nelle that she’s going to the lawyer’s office. Her phone rings. She says she’ll accept the call. I’m guessing it’s Valentin calling from the pokey.

On Monday, Anna asks Andre over to her place, Jordan needs to arrest Curtis, and Sonny tells Jason he’s getting out of the business.

Quotes of the Week

Being happy isn’t about having everything in your life be perfect. Maybe it’s about stringing together all the little things. – Ann Brashares

Be brave and fearless to know that, even if you do make the wrong decision, you made it for a good reason. – Adele

You’ve heard of Doctors Without Borders? Well, we were nurses without credentials. – Sophie (Jennifer Coolidge), Two Broke Girls

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