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(formerly known as Novi) A traditional soap opera set in Novi, Michigan

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Will return soon

Novi will be returning soon. I had a few computer problems that I'm still trying to work out, but I will be able to start posting new episodes very soon.
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Tuesday, May 3rd

Varied Lives picks up one year from where it last left off. Yvette is in the executive office organizing files when Joseph walks in. Joseph: Afternoon. Yvette: Joe, I'm glad you're here. Joseph: Whenever you say that, you really need help. Yvette: This company is headed for trouble if we don't make some cuts. Joseph: Yep. And unlike the federal government, we can't just pretend to do it. Yvette: That's why I want to get your perspective. Where ar
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Thanksgiving Special

Varied Lives (formerly Novi) will be returning from hiatus to gear up for an extended length Thanksgiving episode. "As soaps have traditionally had holiday episodes, I've decided to do one for Varied Lives and really use it to advance some of the storylines further and introduce the next elements. The timeline will be moving forward just a bit to adjust for the hiatus and the lack of episodes I posted, but everything will be in order in terms of continuity and story consistency, all your favo
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Thanksgiving Part Two

It's Thanksgiving and at the Donahue Ranch, Carol is just starting set the table when Cody comes in. Carol: Oh, good, you're here. Cody: It's a bit early, don't the caterers usually serve the dinner later than this? They have in the past. Carol: No caterers this year, this time around, I cooked. Cody: You cooked? Carol: Yes, is that surprising? Cody: I've never seen you cook, we've always had a cook here and the holiday dinners have been catered. Carol: I'm going for a little more
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Thanksgiving Part Three

Continued from the previous episode's final scene, everyone at the McGregor table is shocked. Yvette: Dad? Joseph: How is this possible? Andrew: It's hard to explain, but. Lynette gets up from her seat and goes over to Andrew. Lynette: Is it really you? Andrew: It really is. Lynette hugs Andrew. Lynette: I thought you were gone forever, Dad. Andrew: I'm here now and I'm not going anywhere. Lynette turns to Anna. Lynette: Mom, how? Anna: Your father sur
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Thanksgiving Part One

#83 Wednesday, November 26th It's the night before Thanksgiving and Anna is baking pies. Yvette comes in. Yvette: Evening. Anna: Hello, Yvette. Yvette: I came over to see if there was anything I could help with for the dinner. Anna: Thanks, but I can handle everything, I do this every year. Besides, I need to stay occupied, I've got a lot on my mind. Yvette: You've seemed really stressed the past few weeks. Anna: I've just been scrambling to finalize the plans for the spring colle
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Saturday, June 25

(to allow for more regular episodes, Varied Lives will be posted on weekends mostly) This episode was Co-written by S.T.E.A.M'S ML Cooks Anna and Andrew are at a resort in Italy. Andrew: This is working out better than I thought it would. Anna: Yes, I feel like we are getting back to normal. As normal as is possible after everything that has happened. Andrew: I know I keep apologizing, but I really am sorry for all those years that I wasn't around. Anna: I'm t
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Previews and News

After a very long hiatus, Varied Lives is back and better than before. Head Writer Phillip Connelly had this to say. “The show will be coming from a fresher perspective. I am adhering to a single vision theory and letting the characters drive the story rather than the plot from now on. The progress of the stories will be in real time, meaning that the show's time line will pick up about one year from when the last episode aired. The show is definitely going to be more sleek, but still main
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Previews and Casting Updates

It's been a long hiatus for Varied Lives, but the Head Writer says that is about to change. "I haven't had a whole lot of spare time to write, but now that I do, there will be more episodes" said Head Writer Phillip Connelly. As for the storylines, Connelly is just dropping hints. "All I can say is there won't be any disappointments for readers. There are some characters that will be moving to the front burner." In casting news, the role of Norm Donahue has been recast. Lamman Ruc
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Previews

Novi will be getting exciting when it returns next week, you won't want to miss an episode: Storyline Previews: Yvette/Cassandra/George: This story is going heat up leading to a shocking turn of events the week of November 19th. Jim/Lynette/Greg: Just when it looks like Jim and Lynette's marriage is looking up, there's more trouble on the horizon as Lynette finds herself drawn to Greg. Edmund/Leigh: Edmund will soon find romance with a jet-set fashion designer, while Leigh cooks up a
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Preview Guide

Preview Guide, First Edition Novi is a brand new soap, but Head writer Phillip Connelly promises that things will move into high gear in the coming weeks. He gave some storyline spoilers: *Edmund will get involved with a new woman, but it will cause trouble for him and someone else *Carol and Estelle will work to expose a business secret of the McGregors *Dr. Roosevelt with counsel Jim and Lynette, but this story will take a shocking twist *Yvette will find a shocking ally
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Preview Guide

Preview Guide, Edition Two In this edition of Preview Guide, we got an exclusive scoop from the Head Writer Phillip Connelly of Novi on what will be coming up, when we brief caught up with him. Preview Guide: Novi has just completed it's second week, can you tell us what's in store for next week and beyond? Phillip Connelly: I don't want to give too much away, but there will be a new character on the canvas by the middle of next week and a new element to a plot line is coming up. Pre
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Preview Guide

In this edition of Preview Guide, we'll be getting some scoops from the head writer about current and upcoming story lines. Plus, some casting news. Summer is coming up and as we all know, that's one of the times when soaps are at their best. Novi Head Writer and Executive Producer Phillip Connelly tells us what we can expect... Jim/Lynette/Greg "This will probably be our most dramatic story line for the summer. After finding out about Lynette and Greg, Jim withdraws from everyone and d
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Novi: Summary

This soap opera is set in Novi, Michigan, a growing city. Anna McGregor, with her late husband Andrew built a successful chain of department stores across the Midwest. Her main rival is Carol Donahue, who has set up her own departments stores near the McGregor's stores. Main Characters: Anna McGregor: Mother of Joseph, Edmund, Yvette and Lynette. She tries to keep the peace between the companies with little success (Played by Veronica Redd) Joseph McGregor: The eldest McGregor child,
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Next Week on Novi

Promo for next week Danger Cody: (to woman) Stay away from my family Woman: Make me Is The woman grabs Cody by the throat Here Woman: You better remember who it is you're messin' with! Novi: Weekdays on SONBC
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Monday, March 19th

Monday, March 19th Anna is having coffee with John at the estate. Anna: I know this was quite short notice, but I needed your expertise immediately. John: It's fine, my day was slow today and I always like to help out a friend. Anna: You've probably already heard the news about McGregor. John: That shocked the heck out of me. What's going on? Anna: Apparently, it was some software error. John: But you suspect otherwise. Anna: Cassandra was the first to make the
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Monday, March 12th

Monday, March 12th Anna rings the doorbell at Yvette and Chester's, Chester answers. Chester: Anna, this is a surprise. I didn't think you'd be back for a couple of more weeks. Anna: I figured I needed to come back quickly in light of what is happening with the company. It's good to see you, Chester. Chester: You too. I'm guessing you want to speak with Yvette. Anna: Yes, we do have some things to discuss. Chester: She's out on the terrace. Anna: Thank you. Ann
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Get Ready

After a very long hiatus, Varied Lives will be returning to SON and SONOP. "November is going to be a good month for Varied Lives and the stories are going to make up for the long hiatus." says the head writer. So what can we expect to see? The head writer didn't drop many hints, other than that some characters that have been on the back burner will be moving to the front. "We'll be seeing some new character interactions, new friendships and of course, new rivalries." And same as
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Ep. 001

Note: Future episodes will be slightly longer. This is not my best work, other episodes will be better. Episode #001 Carol confronts Trish about JC not aligning himself with Donahue. Trish tells her that JC is old enough to make his own decisions and has decided that he prefers working at McGregor. Carol then accuses Trish of supporting Joseph and Anna manipulating JC for their own purposes. Trish calls the accusation ridiculous and shows Carol out of her office. Yvette proposes buildin
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Coming Up on Novi

Sneak Peek - Much to Yvette's anger, someone else learns about George's paternity - In a weak moment, Lynette crosses the line with Greg - Henry fears Trish and Joseph's old spark might be reignited - Someone is put in peril - Edmund's custody battle heats up Daily episodes will resume very soon.
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Casting and other news

The short opening sequence for the show has been debuted. Sources close to the show say a longer version is in the works. http://www.veoh.com/videos/v1539150TT54jSTW In other casting news, as previously reported a new family will be coming to the blog very soon. The first member of that family has been cast. Darnell Williams, best known for his role on All My Children as Jesse Hubbard will be joining the cast as John Phelps, a state senator who will be involved in an upcoming storyline.
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#87 Friday, November 20th

George and Cassandra are still shocked at the site of Andrew. Cassandra: This can't be. Andrew: I can't tell you how many times I've heard that since I've been back. George: This makes no sense. Andrew: It's a very long story and we've got a lot to talk about. Cassandra: I need to sit down. Cassandra sits down. Cassandra: I thought you were gone forever, now you're standing at the door. George: This can't be who I think it is. Cassandra: I'd know your
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#86 Friday, November 6th

Tech difficulties with pictures It's a bright morning and at the McGregor Estate, Anna is reading the newspaper in the kitchen. Andrew comes in the door with doughnuts and coffee. <img src="http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b99/DrPhillips48/393px-John_Amos_with_USCG.jpg" border="0" class="linked-image" /> Andrew: Good morning. <img src="http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b99/DrPhillips48/Veronica_Redd.jpg" border="0" class="linked-image" /> Anna: Morning. Andrew:
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#82 Monday, November 24th (BONUS EPISODE)

#82 Monday, November 24th (BONUS EPISODE) At the hospital, Lynette is sitting in the waiting room resting when her cell phone vibrates. She goes outside to answer it. Lynette: (into phone) Hello? Greg: I just called to see how you were doing this morning. Lynette: Not good at all. Greg: What's wrong? Lynette: Jim had a heart attack. Greg: That's awful, is he going to be all right? Lynette: The doctors say he should be, but he's still not awake yet. Greg: That's good, the param
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