Liberty City

Mm-hmmm. 😪 Devastating. Truly.

Aw, memories of Colleen today with Lily and Traci. Another character that should not have been killed off at the expense of Victor Newman. But the memories feel nice.

That would never have been my childhood and if I do ever have children, it won't be theirs, either. Santa Claus does not need to be doing all of that on Christmas Eve. At all.

98% sure it is them, as several cast and crew follow them. Plus, I lightened the preview and it looks like them, a lot.

Of course those who've bitched about this soap before it even came on, including calling the showrunner/creator a bootlicker because they won't produce their horrible comic story, would continue their bitchfest. I thought I was seeing properly: spoiler Jordi Vilasuso?

Same. It is something that irks me across all soaps; based on yesterday's episodes of several soaps, they were 'tree trimming' on Christmas Eve or in the days preceding Christmas, and it just bothers me. And yes, I've known people who put theirs up on Black Friday or even before Thanksgiving, but that [to me] is too early because, by Christmas, you've got a dead tree with no scent, and no one wants that. At least by the beginning of December that scent should still be there by Christmas Day, or at least beginning to fade.

date: Monday, December 22, 2025 | Ron Carlivati, Judy Tate | Anthony Pascarelli Thoughts: Triple-negative breast cancer? Oh my goodness. That sounds aggressive and scary, but I know that Anita is going to fight it with everything she has got inside of her. It is sweet that June brought ornaments that both Samantha and Tyrell made during their childhoods prior to joining the Richardson Smith family. Good on Ted for standing up against Dana about the 'Ted-dy' name. Hopefully it gets through her delusionally thick, hollow head. Tracy standing firm on Sharon's neck about her sneakiness. But uh-oh, here comes Vernon. Dr Ahn is very thorough and thoughtful to tell Anita to record her conversation. I feel like more doctors could/should do this. I know it may be unethical in [some] cases, but we are all human and prone to forget things we are told. Sharon and Tracy are terrible liars. So terrible. Make it more obvious, ladies. Whoa, now Naomi and Jacob are back to not talking? When and how did this happen?! Oh no. Poor Tyrell is heartbroken. I do think he remembers more than he is letting on to not entirely kill the mood, and for June's sake as well. Oh Lordy LordT... here comes the spoilt, self-centred bitch making her presence known. I share Eva's irritation with her arrival. Not the Dupree women's own curse of finding their Christmas presents but I cannot be mad at Naomi, because that gift does suck. But the sentiment behind it is relatively cute. Oh Anita, you poor dear, drinking alone at Uptown... but I am so happy that you called your sisters to join you. #ArticulettesStrong Aw, I love that the twins are reunited with Regina, or Aunt Gigi, as Tyrell remembers her as. How sweet. Wow. Got my ass emotional. Bill Hamilscrooge? Dani, please never stop being yourself! Notes: I could just tell it was a day we would be suffering through the writer's material. Le sigh. Tamara Tunie (Anita) is bringing her A-game with this breast cancer storyline and showing us why she was right for the role of Anita. She has heart, warmth and complete strength all wrapped up into her portrayal. I like that we are getting to hear different forms of breast cancer through this storyline; it is not just 'breast cancer', but something more complex and eye-opening. Brave to go there, and I am absolutely for it. And for something more prone to Black women than White women. Very smart storytelling by Michele Val Jean and Tracey Thompson. Love it. This is a gripe across all soaps: why are trees decorated the day before Christmas Eve? That just feels too late [to me] and a waste. Truly. They should be done sometime during the first week of December, at least; that is how my family has always done them. Gives you a full month of festive feeling and cheer. Cascade wanted their moment so they are BACK!

Putting Katherine Kelly Lang and Heather Tom in a split screen shows just how inept and limited an actor Lang is.

Overall a solid list; however, Martin's story reveal was not the worst 'Worst Story Payoff,' but I do understand the sentiment.

Credits for Monday, December 22, 2025: Created by: Frank & Doris Hursley Executive producer: Frank Valentini Head writers: Elizabeth Korte and Chris Van Etten Writers: Nigel Campbell; Charlotte Gibson and Cathy Lepard Director: Denise Van Cleave

Writers: Ron Carlivati Judy Tate Director: Anthony Pascarelli

Sasha isn't around this year so someone needs to be tortured porn for the writers.

Re-airs on January 1, 2026.

Considering he still has four months left to air, who knows.

week ending December 26 Monday, December 22, 2025 Emotions run high when Hope is forced to fire Deke. Bill and Liam think about all the challenges they have been through and feel like they are forces to be reckoned with. Thomas asks for time alone with Hope. Tuesday, December 23, 2025 Donna talks Eric into celebrating the holidays. Eric goes to the office and gets emotional about all the history he is leaving behind. Wednesday, December 24, 2025 Ridge gives Brooke a special Christmas present. Carter and Daphne kiss under the mistletoe. The Forrester Family celebrates the holidays in Forrester Family tradition. Thursday, December 25, 2025 – REPEAT Challenges force the Forresters and Logans to celebrate separately. Friday, December 26, 2025 Katie is in disbelief that she has her own fashion house. Will, Electra, Steffy, Finn, and Dylan all toast to the holidays at Will's beach house. Donna attempts to ease the tension between Brooke and Katie.

I agree; Darlene acted the Hell out of it. I agree; I actually liked the idea of Ashley and Ridge. Ashley Forrester has such a genuine ring to it.

week ending December 26 Monday, December 22, 2025 – Episode #15861 Jason and Danny come bearing gifts. Curtis updates Jordan. Ava and Nina reconcile. Tracy counsels Cody. Emma confides in Trina. Tuesday, December 23, 2025 – Episode #15862 Willow's trial resumes. Chase gets bad news. Portia confides in Ava. Tracy encounters Laura. Alexis receives new intel. Wednesday, December 24, 2025 – Episode #15863 Port Charles celebrates Christmas Eve. Carly makes a risky move. Sonny counsels Dante. Trina tries to make amends. Nina and Obrecht count their blessings. Thursday, December 25, 2025 FULL NETWORK PRE-EMPT Friday, December 26, 2025 – Episode #15864 Tracy misses Monica. Sidwell hosts a soiree at Wyndemere. Kevin voices his gratitude. Jordan makes an observation. Willow tries to change Drew’s mind.

Rare Sally vs. Sheila moment. Don't often see those come up on YouTube.