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I did like that Elizabeth affair confrontation. I really don't mind NL as much as most people here. I never particularly cared for her Emily, but she also didn't bother me either. It's still a shame they killed Emily off. I still think her Taylor was a better fit than Tamara's. Honestly, I think even Deidre has made comments saying she thought John and Marlena were the next Tom and Alice, so it's not a crazy notion. I just don't see it. I don't think Days ever tried to mold another couple like Tom/Alice, so to me there really isn't an heir apparent to them. It's not a slight to J&M. They just stand on their own as a couple. I would assume Julie will now take over that "Gran" role after Doug's passing and Doug and Julie will now be revered in a similar fashion to Tom/Alice. I still think Maggie would have fit better in that role, but that time has come and gone.

J&M don't really remind me of Tom and Alice. I think Doug & Julie or even Mickey/Maggie were a bit closer to Tom and Alice. John/Marlena still have their own stories and ups and downs and aren't as wholesome. While I am sure people in town admire their love and ask their advice, Marlena isn't exactly making donuts in her (non-existent) kitchen either. I am sure people will disagree and I have heard the T&A and J&M comparisons, but I think John/Marlena are just different in vibe entirely as a couple. Lol! Rebecca. Was NL playing someone bad-ass with that? Or was she just wearing more eyeliner and chewing gum? That being said I didn't mind her as Taylor. She didn't even get half a chance.

I tend to agree. She's young. If HP makes the right moves and gets help and finishes out her legal and financial obligations I don't see why she'd be unemployable in the future. It's not like nuMolly is setting the world on fire or anything.

John and Marlena aren't bad people, but they made a lot of wrong choices under the guise of keeping Marlena's family together with mostly good intentions. I don't think anyone is the villian here, but if I had to choose anyone it would be Marlena. She made most of the mistakes here and was the one to seek out John when he was going to leave town to avoid the situation. She knew John could be Belle's father and lied. She knew Sami saw her and John and said nothing. She never came clean to Roman and when she was put under pressure by Stefano she announced it in public! You know I adore Marlena and adore Marlena/John, but it was very interesting and satisfying to finally see Marlena have a chink in her perfect armor. It's probably my favorite story on Days ever and the most complex material Deidre/Drake ever got as a couple.

To be clear, I don't love the use of the word and I don't even think it's a very Roman thing to say, but it was a very heated conversation. I think it's more of a soap cliche to call a woman a slut especially in the 90's on soaps, so I take it more of the sign of the times than anything. It heightened the drama. I also do see Roman as a character that would jump to anger before the hurt and sadness sunk in. I will say some of the affair fallout scenes between Marlena and Roman make me wince and cringe because they are brutal, but putting myself in Roman's shoes that was really awful for him. I believe John and Marlena suffered for years because of this and more than made up for their sins. I still feel for Roman too. It was 3 generally good people caught in a really bad situation. Once Wayne leaves and Roman just ups and skips town I have less sympathy.

John may have never called Marlena a "slut", but, let's be real, he has said and done a lot of hurtful things to her as well. Roman may have said mean things out of anger, but it was a perfectly normal response. Plus, while Marlena may have been hurt by those words it didn't stop her from wanting to reunite with Roman, so she obviously didn't hold it against him too much.

The story was good and I thought both the actors were good finds. It feels very unfinished. I assume they will both be back? Today's episode was decent. I felt like there were a lot of characters in this particular episode. Nothing really happened, but I didn't hate any scenes (except of course Leo's)

It's odd both Holly and Tate just disappeared, for sure.

I don't love this scene and I think he's overly harsh. At the same time the reaction is perfectly normal. Roman's whole world fell apart and publicly. I think most people in this situation would say some pretty mean things. I don't think he truly ever thought Marlena was a slut and this is all in the heat of the moment after hearing the details of the affair. She slept with both men on the same night. It's not great lol. As far as kicking Marlena out? She's a grown woman who has a better career than Roman. She can afford a hotel or an apartment and if she for some reason couldn't John wouldn't let her be homeless! There isn't a real threat of Marlena having to live on the streets. Were they both supposed to just keep living together? Roman probably should have left instead, but he didn't do anything wrong. And for the record, he only kicks Marlena out. He keeps Belle with him. I have issues with Roman trying to keep Belle from her (before the paternity came out), how he weaponizes Sami's anger against Marlena, and a lot of other things Roman does later on. But in this moment? I think it's a fair reaction even if it is pretty ugly.

I always wonder how silly the actors feel talking and cooing to a blanket so often. This is Days though so they've been subjected to much sillier things😂

It was a weird time for J&M. Everything seemed really out of character and even when parts of it were in character it was the worst aspects of the characters. After all the years and all the obstacles it was such a strange way to pull them apart. And they were apart for a long time with things like John filing for divorce happening off screen. I am not sure if Tomsell wanted to reunite Roman/Marlena. I think it was just to give Marlena the least amount to do lol.

I feel like that implies he was useful at one time. It would honestly take me too long to list the GH/Days cast members. But I would cast my vote for Kristen on Days and Maxie on GH.

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I think it's just bad extensions probably the clip on type. Her hair seems to grow and become shorter episode to episode. Have Chad and Johnny ever been close historically? Enough for him to ask Chad to be his best man? And poor Chanel has no close friends. Who's going to stand up for her? The Xander and Stefan scenes were a bit strange and unexpected. Overall it was pointless, but they don't ever really interact. The toast to Roman was a bit weird, but the show rarely acknowledges he was a cop so I guess it's okay. Overall, just a filler episode. We only got one update from Chad on Stephanie's love life today. 😂

Lol. True. Is this even a story though? Two adults that are single spent the night together. There are drug busts, murders, OD's, multiple baby kidnappings, etc. everyday in Salem. Why would the readers care who Stephanie is spending her nights with? I don't care and I watch this show on purpose every day.😂 Something about Leo being OBSESSED with Everett and Stephanie creeped me out more than usual. Leo needs to go out a find the real gossip and not bother grown people about their boring relationship.

Lol. Wendy isn't her given name, but, yeah, it's a little dated. First, I don't know why every man is obsessed with Stephanie. She seems nice and fine although not someone that would have multiple men after her. Second, why would anyone care where she sleeps or with whom? She's about 30, Leo is 40 plus and I don't think I cared about who was sleeping with who in my town since I was 20. Third, Leo isn't being catty and gossip-y and fun-he's been downright creepy. Chanel was the only person today not entirely enthralled with Stephanie's love life.

Dating Diane will do that to you. We never even heard from Max again after he stopped dating Diane (not that I complaining about no Max/Milo). I am embarrassed Robert Effing Scorpio is dating a glorified day player. What does Robert see in her? That obnoxious quick wit? The superior attitude? The Talbots Blazers? Ugh...

Diane is the least self aware person on the planet. She rivals Sonny in this. I don't know how Diane's character has lasted about 15 years when she's so one note.

I actually thought he worked well with Hayden. I know Portia and Curtis aren't setting the world on fire with chemistry, but at least DT could act like he was interested in the story.

Why is Donell Turner like that? Curtis is getting good a lot of material and looks completely checked out in every scene. Laura/Curtis isn't going to happen! Try to give Brook Kerr something to work with here. I don't think DT, has the limitations of, say, the actress that plays Jordan so I am not sure why every time Curtis appears I feel like he's annoyed to even be on set.

Chanel's engagement ring looks so cheap. Walmart has classier rings for sale. It's so big and gaudy lol. I agree with Stephanie her love life is not that exciting and she is a grown woman that can do what she wants. Why would anyone care? Does Steve really wear his eye patch do bed? Lol The Wendy and Ava scenes were strange and unnecessary. I thought Ava and Wendy got along fine.

I think Ava has absolutely run her course as a character. Maura is good enough to pivot in a different direction, but I can't deal with her having Esme! as a main foe. Maybe Ava could be rested and come back with more of an edge and focus.

How long is Lucas's prison sentence? I feel like he's been in jail for years and years now lol. Even Lani is allegedly getting out and she killed a man. All Lucas did was kidnap Sami. That's barely even a crime. Why would anyone want Sami lol? BD needs to cut his hair though stat! The John/Steve stuff is a bit weird. Has Steve been hiding the truth from John for 40 years now? That seems odd. I guess we will see where this goes. I though Theresa and Alex were kind of charming today. The world feels off axis, but their scenes were cute? Stephanie and Everett are a snooze. If they had any chemistry it would be one thing, but they really don't. AK was much better with BF, RSW and even Steve Burton.

@Liberty City KS doesn't look healthy apart from her weight. She looks tired and worn out. I would not kill Maxie off. I would just have her leave town for awhile. Mostly because it would be stupid to kill off both FnF's children and I wouldn't want KW to have to play that either. I can take or leave Felicia. I appreciate her more now than I did in the 90's. I never was a huge fan. I would absolutely keep her on the show though. Maxie's traumas bring her down. Felicia would be just fine without her.

From what I can gather it seems to be KS's choice on her wardrobe. Whether she's uncomfortable or insecure about more flattering items I am not sure, but the styling issue does seem to be her own. I tend to think there is a larger medical issue here. Whether it's medications or something else causing her to gain weight, I think she is a bit protected by FV because of the fear of a lawsuit. And to be clear, the weight gain isn't my issue with KS.