March 31, 2009-- "Lay Lady Lie"

Who is waiting for the big payoff when Stacy will get her due? I am!!! I really don't like watching this new character instead of my old favorites. (Vicki? Where for art thou Vicki??) .

When Rex came to Brody's door and was hollering Gigi's name, why didn't Gigi and Brody make some sort of comment if they were pretending to convince Rex of what they were doing. NO they just acted like they didn't hear anything. The same when Jessica was outside of Brody's door having a conversation with Brody. I want some of those soundproof doors--that must be great. Did you like the part when Gigi told Rex how the medical lab called (they didn't really) and gave out CONFIDENTIAL LAB RESULTS over the phone. Has anyone ever heard of legal requirements and patient privacy?? Not realistic at all.

Stacy once again proves that she has no heart by telling Shane without his Mom or Dad there that his bone marrow donor fell through. That was so tactful don't you think? She has no feelings for anyone but herself and it's cruel to watch how she treats Shane's life with such callous disregard.

The scene today between Blair and Starr in the hospital reminded me again of how much Starr has learned from her mother--and not all of it is a good example, especially when it comes to men. Starr shouldn't have to chase after anyone and her mother shouldn't tell her to pursue that, even though she didn't know the fact that Starr is chasing her teacher.

Do you think Cole will graduate this spring from Llanview High? How did Starr get to be 17 by the way?

Not sure why they are playing up the whole Layla and Christian thing, but I think we all know where this is headed. They hate each other now, but will fall madly in love during sweeps and Layla will feel guilty because of her sister.

Loved the scenes between Marty and John, but whereas the romance between them was played out such a long time ago and when Marty was played by a different actress, I didn't really buy the relationship anyway.

Just a random thought here too (all my thoughts are random!) John needs to wear colors--that's all I'm gonna say. His character has become too gloomy and dark. Put the man in a bright shirt for once. I have had it with the dark clothes he wears all the time.

How does Gigi manage to cry so heavily with no tears and puffiness? Great trick.

I've said it before but I will say it again---I like Schuyler. Great actor and character.

March 30, 2009--"Three on a Match"

I know the writers are trying to create a character that we will all despise. Mission accomplished. Stacy has no redeeming qualities. How can she look at her nephew, her flesh and blood and gamble with his life like that? I was glad to see Brody suggest to Gigi that she just tell Rex what Stacy was demanding ( I blogged about that earlier!), but I wasn't happy with her response. It wasn't convincing enough for me.

I want more from Todd--actually I guess from Trevor St. John the fine actor who plays Todd. I'm just not feeling any emotion from him lately and it has made the character dull. I will mention here several times, Roger Howarth played this character better than anyone else could. Imagine the courtroom scenes today if he were doing it. Todd just sat there looking smug the whole time. His expression never changes!!! His threats to Blair and John were unconvincing as well because his voice has no emotion. What's going on with him lately?

I think I could like Dorian with Ray. Which makes me automatically wonder where is Vicki and Charlie. Why for the love of all that is holy, can't this soap create a power couple?? I was hoping Rex and Gigi were headed in this direction, but along came Stacy. What about Vicki and Charlie?? Where's the romance? Those two have a wonderful relationship that is endearing. They need more screen time and I am afraid their lack of it doesn't mean good things for the actors..

Was glad to see John step up to the plate and marry Blair for her children's sake. Does anyone remember how he couldn't commit to Natalie because all he could think of was Caitlin? Good story then I guess. She never gets a mention now.

Liked how Marty mentioned to Jessica that if she really was integrated wouldn't she remember everything about her alters? Jess glossed over that rather quickly. I hear rumors of some returns to the show--can't wait for Hank. Does this mean R.J. is around? Time will tell.

March 27, 2009--"Bad to the Bone"

Here is another episode where we see Stacy being just really evil--there is no other word for it. To let her nephew possibly die just because her sister doesn't break up with Shane's Dad is ridiculous. What I would like to know is wouldn't the hospital have told Rex and Gigi officially that there was another match?? Michael told them about the woman in Australia. Wouldn't they have also said there was a match in Llanview?? We know Stacy isn't the real match but the lab and docs should know that John Doe is a match right?? Maybe I missed something.

Loved the old yearbook photos of Stacy (were those glasses photo-shopped in?) I think they were. It looked like it anyway.

How exciting the Andrew may make an appearance for Chloe's baptism! I miss Andrew and think he should be back more often. There is a good wealth of story possibilities there with Marty back in town. How long do you think Natalie and Jared can hold out and not tell Jessica the truth?? They should be planning their wedding, but I guess harboring a secret about a baby switch gets in the way a bit.

Where's Mo and Noelle? That story about who owns the house needs to get cleared up. There's too many people living there now anyway in Dorian's home.

John being married to Blair is a great story. It serves Todd right as that is exactly what he did to Blair years ago when he married Tea for the same reason. John with Sam at the beginning was too cute. Sam is adorable!

March 26, 2009-- "Make Me a Match"

Do you think soap characters know that they can pray anywhere and not just out loud and in public? I wonder. First Gigi has a monologue where she is talking with God and her sister overhears what she says. Roxy is soon to follow with her pleas to God. What I love is that people always pray outloud speaking things they hope no one evers hears. Wonderful logic. Makes for better drama though if you can plead with God out loud and not just in your head.

Who likes Schulyer? I really do!! He's a great character and easy on the eyes. He's young enough to fit in with Starr and her friends and yet old enough to fit in with Gigi and Stacy too. There's potential for alot of story with this character. Once the kids move on to Llanview University--I could see Schuyler following them as an Assistant Professor or something.

I have to know why Roxy has been wearing backwards baseball hats lately. What's up with that?

I like how Cole's drug dealer friend brings drugs to his arraignment and Cole actually takes them. Where is his extreme guilt over what he did to Matthew? My sympathy for him faded once he did that. Plus, he also took some in the hospital. Not good.

Starr is most definitely her mother's daughter when it comes to boys/men. Who can blame her for thinking that there is something between her and Schuyler? Like Blair, she will probably do what she has to, to win him over, especially if like her mother, she is trying to forget the stress in her life right now. Kristen Alderson is a wonderful young actress and a pleasure to watch.

How awesome was Gigi's closing statement on today's episode?? I loved it!!! What a way to tell her sister off. We'll see what the future holds for her needing her sister's bone marrow.

March 25, 2009--"Do the Right Thing"

Photo copyright by ABC Daytime/DONNA SVENNEVIK, 2009


Do you think Jamie really drew that picture she gave Antonio?? Every time I see kids draw pictures on shows, it never looks like a child drew it and then all I can imagine is some intern at a network being assigned the job of drawing a picture as a child would. I don't know--pretty random thought anyway.
Antonio, Antonio...I can't believe he's leaving. I know Kamar feels there really isn't a story for him right now and sad to say--I agree. I wish they would stop introducing new characters and make better use of the ones there who have so much history. Remember when Antonio was in a gang?? Those were riveting stories. As a cop--he just never seemed to fit that role. FBI work? --maybe.

I realize now that Austin Williams who plays Shane didn't really shave his hair for the role. I wasn't sure at first because it did look so real when Rex (John Paul) did. As I saw today--the cap he wore on his head to make it look like he was bald moved when he moved his face. I could still be wrong though.

Who wants to see BO and Nora together once and for all?? I do, I do!!! Clint just seems so out of place here, like a 3rd wheel.

I like Destiny and think it will be fun to see what her relationship with Matthew will go. Whether they "date" or remain friends--I think she will help Matthew go through his ordeal of not walking again.

My burning question though is where the heck is Dr. Larry? Remember him?? Is Michael the only doctor there at the hospital? Please. In any event, Blair woke up which was great ( and quick as usual in soap opera land). There should have been some reference though to Kelly, Cassie and Adriana--aren't they all family?? Someone should have called them and some name dropping would have helped.

March 24, 2009--"Spring Awakenings"

I just love the DNA lab at Llanview Hospital. It's so secure and organized. They never leave HUNDREDS of personal medical files lying about in piles on the main info desk there. Seriously, why is it that every time someone walks into the DNA lab, it's the same lab guy working and he willingly walks away to check on things leaving the computer and the files there for anyone to look at. Most of the time when you go to a real lab or doctor's office the staff is behind a glassed closed in partition/office. It's just ridiculous to think that someone's personal files are there for anyone to see. Very non-realistic--I hate that. Speaking of non realism (is that a word?), I don't like it when the actors seem like they live in a bubble--there's never any mention of real life events or daily activities. Except when ABC is promoting the Oscars--then Rex will have a viewing party or something. That's helpful.

So what happened on today's show? (check the daily recaps btw in my links!), Stacy tried to blackmail Gigi into giving up Rex for Shane's bone marrow. Evil person. What I don't get is why doesn't Gigi just say," Sure--I will do that in a heartbeat to save my son". She then should tell Rex what happened and pretend to give him up. If Rex is in on it it would be better dontcha think?? After Shane gets better they go back to how they were and leave the evil Stacy out in the cold.

It was great to see Vicki back. I really REALLY hope those rumors of her leaving are false. Vicki is One Life to Live!!

March 23, 2009--" The Little Match Girl"

Two words for you Stacy--MOVE ON!! Wow--so are we to believe that after like 11 years Miss Stacy has not been able to get over her first crush at the tender age of 13 or 14 years old?? I don't think so. Clearly, she needs some sort of professional help in that department. That's what makes this story so dull. It's been done before. "I will do this nice thing for you Gigi, but you need to walk away from the man you love because I love him too and will have him as mine". I was so hoping the writers were going to come out stronger than this. Having Gigi rob a bank to give her sister money would be more dramatic than this. I don't like the character of Stacy to begin with though. I knew where this was going and was so hoping they would get lost on the way....

Can I just say how cute the little boy who plays Sam is? Adorable and what a great personality on that kid! Always smiling.

Those of you who have followed this show for awhile remember the rape storyline that Marty refers to when she spoke of the frat house KAD. I am hoping the serial killer is Powell. Remember him?? I think he was Todd's cousin or something too. What a great blast from the past that would be. Of course, in my eyes, it would only be better if Roger Howarth were playing Todd again. Trevor does a good job, but his acting lacks emotion. I can never tell if he is playing the character that way or he truly is bored with the writing. He deadpans everything. Roger played every emotion like you it was meant to be. He had this way of crying out of sadness, anger and hope all at the same time. Trevor is just emotionless and I'm not sure I really like it.

Kudos to "Rex" and "Shane" for actually shaving their hair off for the show. That's dedication for you! I think that's the very least all the big CEO's should do for all the money they are making in our failing economy. Somehow I don't think they are as dedicated to their jobs though.

Here it is:

Ok--So I said to my husband the other day, "I think I need to start a blog about One Life to Live". He laughed and asked when I would find the time to do that. I'm not sure but I did find some time to start one today. I love this soap opera and find that I love to say what's on my mind about the characters, the stories and the acting. My husband couldn't really care about what's happening in Llanview--but I do and I hope you will too. My attempt is to blog daily about what I notice on the show and see what you think. Enjoy!