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I'm gonna do an interview type thing later today. That wil explain what happened, why it happened and what is to come of this. In preview: Beth was told something by Olivia...and it registered in her brain that it could happen...

The Light: Episode 030 Friday, December 15, 2006 THE LIGHT Opening Beth jolts from her slumber and finds herself in another room that is not at the Spaulding mansion in the same nightgown and Phillip standing before her! Phillip is standing at the foot of her bed and Beth questions what is going on and says that she does not understand… With a confused look on his face, Phillip questions what in the world Beth is talking about and she responds with, “You’re really alive?” Phillip assures Beth that he is alive and well and asks why Beth would think such a horrible thing and Beth is overcome with grief as she begins to recount what Beth now knows was a nightmare from hell… After Phillip listens to Beth and her dream, he assures her that he wasn’t ever carjacked or murdered for that matter and that he has been there at Lillian’s house all night long, waiting for her to wake up. Beth overcome with happiness that Phillip is alive and that his murder was only a dream, makes a stunning request…she tells Phillip she never wants to be without him in her life, she asks Phillip to marry her!

After extensive trial and errors, "THE LIGHT" has produced its very first opening credits which is set to the current GL theme song. The opening will precede each episode of "TL" below is two screencaps of the current opening theme. "THE LIGHT Opening Theme

The Light: Episode 029 "IN the LIGHT" with Beth Raines Winslow Thursday, December 14, 2006 Three Days After Phillip’s Tragic Murder… Afternoon of Phillip's Funeral... The entire town of Springfield is at a stand still. Company is closed because of a death in the family as Harley, Gus, Buzz, Frank and Marina arrive at the church for Phillip’s service. The Beacon Hotel is being cared for by hourly associates as Cassie, Reva, Josh, Billy and Tammy arrive. Cassie enters the church and has a flashback of Richard’s funeral, Tammy takes her hand and they walk in together. Other citizens begin to file into the church as well as the limos carrying the Spaulding family arrive. India, Mindy, Olivia and Shayne go on ahead into the church and await the arrival of the family. Alan enters the church first followed closely behind Alexandra and when he sees Phillip’s casket he chokes up and reaches out his hand, saying her name softly, “Alexandra.” She immediately takes his hand and walks to the front of the church and takes a seat. Once seated on the front row Olivia touches Alan’s shoulder, assuring her husband that she is right there for him! Lucy enters the church foyer…however Alan-Michael is having doubts and voices them to Lucy, but she tells him that Phillip would want him there for Alan, for Beth, for Alexandra…and more importantly for his daughter. Alan-Michael says that he’s not ready for this…Lizzie takes Alan-Michael’s hand and leads him to Lucy, she says that he has to do this, for her. Alan-Michael gives her a kiss on the cheek and enters the church. Beth is still sitting in the limo as Lillian and Lizzie wait for her outside. Lillian opens the door and tells her that everyone is waiting on her to begin…Beth says that she won’t go because if she doesn’t go inside, then this is no happening! Lillian tells her that Lizzie needs her to be strong now…and Beth finally agrees and enters the church in tears! With the altar adorned with white lilies…a portrait of Phillip is setting to the left of Phillip’s dark oak brown casket, which has white lilies on top of it. The service begins with Father Ray Santos reading Phillip’s obituary…followed by a song and then Mindy Lewis who reads the 23rd Psalm and then speaks, “A lot of us here today was fortunate to have been loved by Phillip at some point in our lives. I, myself was privileged to have been loved by him, twice over. But no matter how many women desired or had him, none of us were able to capture his heart quite like the way Beth always did. The truth of the matter is any woman other Beth was just a second fiddle. Honey, he loved you…more than he loved anyone. Carry that with you always.” Amazing Grace softly begins playing softly as mourners make their way to pay their final respects. After all have gone through, the family does the same, however Lizzie and Beth stay behind together. Mother and daughter go to the casket and say their goodbyes...Beth assures Lizzie that the two of them are going to survive this, one way or another! Lizzie tells her father goodbye. Beth is standing alone in the church…she tearfully declares her love for Phillip will go on…memories begin to flood her mind of happier times...she vows that she will never love another man like she has loved him. As she kisses the casket, she thanks Phillip for always loving her through it all! Following the services everyone goes back to the Spaulding Mansion for a service and Beth tells Lillian that she has to go lie down for a nap… Upstairs she drops her earrings into her jewelry box and she sees her wedding ring from Phillip, she snaps the box shut and tells herself she has to move forward that he’s gone. Beth slips on the same nightgown she had on the night Phillip died and lays down to rest. She begins tossing and turning, as she does so she hears two gunshots ring out! And her mind races with memories…Phillip at the hospital, the flowers Phillip was going to give her, the funeral and then she hears someone calling out her name…”Beth. Beth…wake up.” Beth jolts from her slumber and finds herself in another room that is not at the Spaulding mansion in the same nightgown and Phillip standing before her!

The Light: Episode 028 "IN the LIGHT" with Beth Raines Winslow Thursday, December 14, 2006 Three Days After Phillip’s Tragic Murder… Lizzie is in her room preparing for the funeral when Shayne calls her cell phone. He asks how she is doing and she tells him that she’ll be all right. Shayne assures Lizzie that Marina, Tammy and he will be there to support Lizzie through the day…Lizzie thanks him and notices James at her door, she hangs up the phone and tells James to come on in… Lucy and Alan-Michael [Heather Tom & Dan Gauither] awake, their first morning back in the mansion and it is obvious that Lucy is uncomfortable being there. Lucy questions if Alan-Michael spoke with his father last night after drinks about them not staying. A-M tells Lucy that this is not the time to discuss anything like that and while Lucy understands that she makes sure that her husband understands that they will not be staying in Springfield after Phillip’s funeral. James tells Lizzie that he went to Beth’s room and she wouldn’t answer the door. James also tells Lizzie that last night when he got up to go to the bathroom he heard Aunt Alex crying, the toddler asks Lizzie why she looks so sad. James asks if it is because Daddy isn’t home yet. Lizzie tears up and tells James that Phillip not being home has a lot to do with it yes. Outside in the hallway Lillian is about to enter Lizzie’s bedroom when she hears her talking to James, she stops outside to listen to her grandchildren. Lillian is moved to tears when she sees Lizzie wrap James into her arms and explain to the young child that Phillip is in heaven with the angels and that he’ll be watching over them protecting them forever. Lillian is moved to tears with how well Lizzie has handled herself with James and she storms off to Beth’s bedroom furious! Alan and Olivia are getting up and dressed as well. Alan tells Olivia that today of all days he is going to need her support. Alan explains to Olivia that he and Elizabeth had a stillborn child, but that does not compare to this, having seen Phillip grow up and into a man, Alan tells Olivia it breaks his heart. Mrs. Spaulding promises that she will be there with Alan every step of the way! Lillian storms into Beth’s bedroom and slams the door, but it does not seem to faze her and Lillian picks up the empty wine bottle and throws it against the wall, jolting Beth from her drunken slumber! Lillian tells her daughter, “If you think I’m going to allow you to wallow in this bed all day and let your children, who need you, now more than ever…then daughter you are out of your mind.” Lillian strips the sheets off of Beth’s bed and tells her to get up. Beth continues lying in bed saying that she can’t do it and is on the verge of a nervous break down…Beth tells Lillian that she can’t do this and that it is going to have to be Lillian who is there for Lizzie and not her. Lillian retorts, “I’ve dealt with a lot of heartache in my life Beth Raines and I raised you to be strong and independent, to be a good loving mother. So please, please don’t fail me know like I failed you.” Lillian is setting on the foot of Beth’s bed and Beth crawls on her knees and wraps her arms around Lillian and softly whispers, “You have never failed me. Please don’t ever say that you did or even think it.” Lillian in tears tells Beth she has to pull herself together for Lizzie and James. Lillian tells her daughter to get dressed and leaves the room. Outside in the hallway, she leans up against the door and begs God to help them all! Beth has finally gotten dressed and is looking for a pair of black shoes in her suitcase when she hears the door open and a familiar voice speak, “Phillip Spaulding loved many women in his life…but my God he never loved one like he did you Beth.” Beth spins around and sees Mindy Lewis [Krista Tesreau] standing there and the women reunite and grieve over Phillip’s death. Beth tells her what the police know about the shooting and Mindy weeps over her beloved friends murder. Lucy knocks on Beth’s door and tells her that the limo has arrived to take them to the service. Beth tells Lucy she’ll be right down and asks Mindy to get her necklace out of the dresser drawer, when Mindy does…she finds Beth’s pistol and questions what it is doing here… Beth explains that she took the gun from Lillian’s closet years ago after Bradley raped her! Beth tells Mindy that she has to protect herself one way or another…Mindy is still concerned but Beth puts the gun away and locks the dresser drawer and reminds Mindy that Phillip was murdered…and she has to protect her children. Beth turns to Mindy and vows that she ever finds the bastards responsible for killing Phillip, she'll kill them herself! Mindy is horrified and worried, but says nothing. Once Beth is finally dressed she asks Mindy to ride with her to the service. The family has all assembled in the living room awaiting the arrival of the family limo to take them to the service when India VonHalkein [Mary Kay Adams] arrives to offer her sympathies to the Spaulding clan! As India is talking with Alan, Shayne arrives at the request of Lizzie who wanted him to ride with her to the service!

Why you ask? Because I’m Carly Corinthos. And I’m that damn good. Love that line!! If you got it work it sista!!! I love fiesty Carly!! Great episode!!!

The Light: Episode 027 "IN the LIGHT" with Beth Raines Winslow Wednesday, December 13, 2006 Two Days After Phillip’s Tragic Murder… At Alan’s request Lillian and Beth have moved into the Spaulding Mansion as the arrangements for Phillip’s funeral are being planned. Alexandra asks Lillian if she would ride to the airport with her and Lillian agrees to go with her. As a limo carrying both women pull out of the gate, another one arrives with Olivia who is returning home from a business trip in San Cristobel… At the mansion Beth comes downstairs into the study where she pours herself a drink. Olivia enters the mansion where Alan greets her and breaks the terrible news about Phillip’s death. Olivia cries out in shock and Beth slams her glass down and heads towards her…Beth tells Olivia that she knew something like this would happen…Alan questions what she is talking about and Beth reveals that Olivia said something would happen to Phillip and it did…Beth announces that Olivia is too blame for Phillip’s death…that she wished this upon the family and it is all her fault! At the airport while waiting, Lillian questions how something so awful and violent could happen. Alexandra says she doesn’t know and tears up…the two women embrace and Alexandra reveals to Lillian that Phillip had intended to ask Beth to remarry him…Lillian is stunned, but before she can respond Alan-Michael and Lucy Spaulding return home to Springfield!! Alan goes to Beth’s room and asks what all of that was about with Olivia. Beth explains that Olivia came to her the night Phillip died and said that something would happen…Beth breaks down and tells Alan that she wanted to marry Phillip again and he wanted that as well…she breaks into tears and asks Alan to leave her alone and he respects her wishes. Alone in her bedroom with Phillip’s picture and a bottle of wine…Beth drowns her sorrows, questioning how this could have happened to her and her children. Beth asks Phillip’s picture how he could leave her and when she finally realizes that he’s gone, forever…Beth takes the picture and slams it against the wall…vowing to never love another man as much as she did Phillip! In the limo ride from the airport to the mansion, Alexandra is overjoyed that Alan-Michael and Lucy have returned home, but devastated under which circumstances it has brought them here. Lucy tells Alan-Michael that she wants to stop by Company and see her family. A-M agrees and Lucy on the way Lucy is dropped off. Lizzie who has stayed in her room in solitude since the afternoon of Phillip’s death makes a phone call to Shayne…Lizzie explains that the funeral home has Phillip’s body ready for viewing and she doesn’t want to go alone. Shayne suggests that someone from her family go with her…but Lizzie says they’re all grieving in their own right and she wants a friend to be with her. Shayne tells her he’ll be right over! At Company…Lucy reunites with her family in a tearful and heartfelt moment. Lucy tells Harley how very sorry she is for Zack and her! The two sisters bond! Upstairs, a servant tells Lillian that she has put James to bed and that Miss Lizzie went out, Lillian thanks her and goes to check on Beth. When she does, Lillian finds an empty wine bottle, a spilled goblet and Beth passed out. Alexandra, Lillian and Alan-Michael arrive at the mansion and Alan greets his youngest son with open arms and tears. Both shed a tear as Alexandra moves in to comfort them, in a way that no one else can.

"THE LIGHT" returns to full production after a brief hiatus on the SONBC blog! The last episode published was EPISODE 26 an "IN the LIGHT" with Beth Raines Winslow. Look for her "ITL" to continue as we continue the storyline. Episodes will be published later tonight...Thursday and Friday. If time allows we will be doing a special Saturday episode to catch up with publication! Also some BEHIND THE SCENES production has been going on...stay tuned for that information later tonight!!

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Hello Guys!! I posted earlier that the Episode 027 and on would be posted last night and tonight...however I have been reduced to a dial up connection so I'm going to wait and post the rest of BETH'S "IN the LIGHT" on Saturday night and more stuff coming Sunday!!! - Mindy Returns Home for the funeral. - Olivia and Beth go head to head!! - Lillian has tough words for her a daughter!! - Plus a SHOCK!!!

Annie Douglas??? HHmm... Interesting twist that I will be interesting in seeing play out!!

Logo 1 or 3... I like the first because it is simple and 3 is different...I would say #3 for the anniversary but #1 in the long run.

Hey!! If I have the time I'll send you something as well...

CBS Primetime Star Sees "THE LIGHT" STILLWATER, OK - As previously mentioned earlier this week (See Story) a rumor began making the rounds that an actress from a hit new fall CBS primetime show would be joining "THE LIGHT" cast in a short-term role. Casting director of the SONBC blog and series head writer, Josh Hawkins is confirming that indeed the actress is on her way. From the hit series, "JERICHO" cast and crew welcomes... Pamela Reed to the series. Reed who currently stars in the freshman series, "Jericho" has signed onto the SONBC blog for a limited run, about five weeks. "I have been a fan of Pamela's for years." Shares Hawkins, "And while watching her in "Jericho" I just knew that I wanted her for a role on the blog." And what role is that? "Ms. Reed will be playing a character named Sandra who first interacts with Olivia [Crystal Chappell] beginning on Friday, December 16th. Reed will most likely exit "THE LIGHT" sometime near the end of January 2007, as "Jericho" returns in February. "This story is an exicting one! It will incorporate Ed, Holly and Hope as well. Look for Mel and Michelle to play a key role as well." Smiled Hawkins, "I think I've said to much as it is."

The Light: Episode 026 "IN the LIGHT" with Beth Raines Winslow Wednesday, December 06, 2006 A calm and beautiful sunny morning continues in Springfield, but today is the day that everything begins to change… Beth is overcome with grief as Lillian turns the television off and her daughter demands that she be told exactly what is going or she is going to leave and find out on here own… Word begins to spread across Springfield of the tragic and untimely death of Phillip spreads…Alan and Alexandra leaves the hospital. She tells Alan that he has to go back to the mansion and being making the phone calls. Alan is in sheer disbelief that his eldest son his gone, but Alexandra tells him to get it together for the sake of the family…she tells him to call Elizabeth and Alan-Michael…she has a driver take Alan home as she heads towards Lillian’s… Lillian reveals to Beth that Phillip was driving from Outskirts to they believe here…Lillian says at a stoplight…a man attempted to highjack him. Beth breaks down in her mother’s arms as Lillian tells her that he was shot in the chest…that he fought to hang on, but it wasn’t enough and he died. Beth continues to sob as Billy shows Alexandra in and up to Beth’s room… Shayne, Marina and Tammy come together to support Lizzie and comfort her after Alan tells her the devastating news. In a complete state of shock over the events, Lizzie asks how this could happen…as she breaks down in the comfort of her friends. Alexandra, Beth and Lillian grieve together over the tragic loss as Alex asks for a moment alone with Beth. She questions why they didn’t call her and Alex tells her Alan tried several times throughout the night but got no answer. Beth questions if he suffered and Alexandra assures her that she wouldn’t have allowed that…Alex tells her that Alan is at the mansion and he’s asking for her, to go and help with the funeral arrangements. Beth says that it really isn’t her place, that Alex and Alan should make them, alone. Alexandra hands Beth a small card that appears to be from a floral shop. Alexandra shares with Beth that Frank found it in Phillip’s jacket last night. Beth reads it and asks Alexandra if she read it…she assures her she didn’t…Beth tells Alex she’s going to vomit and hands the note to her. Alexandra reads it softly to herself, “Will you marry me, Beth?” “IN the LIGHT” with Beth Raines Winslow Continues…

Love it...Bring on the drama with Dr. David Hayward!!! LOVE IT!!

Thanks...I didn't want to do them, but I sort of see the point behind them now because it does let you progress stories...so glad you think I'm doing them right!!!

CASTING ROUNDUP STILLWATER, OK - "LIGHT" fans will want to read the latest episode (025) of the blog before reading the casting news in this report... In a stunning, unforseen move... GRANT ALEKSANDER has been released from his contract and duties at the blog, effective immediately. During the latest episode an "IN the LIGHT" with Beth Chamberlin as Phillip's true love and ex-wife, readers learned that Phillip was killed, "how is still a mystery." Says blog head writer Josh Hawkins. "The decision to remove Aleksander from the canvas was difficult but the stories that it opens up for the survivors was to good to pass up." Hawkins continued. To mourn the fallen Spaulding look for special appearances by Krista Tesreau (See Story) and Mary Kay Adams [india] who will both be attending Phillip's funeral, slated for later this week. Cast and crew were devestated to hear about the news, but knows the show must continue. In addition to Adams and Tesreau's return, Dan Gauither and Heather Tom debut as Alan-Michael and Lucy Spaulding when they also return home for Phillip's funeral. The couple go on contract status upon their arrival in Springfield this week. Also...RUMORS are circling that a primetime CBS actress on a popular new fall television series has been contacted for a possible four-six week stint while her hit drama is on hiatus...

The Light: Episode 025 In "THE LIGHT" with Beth Raines Winslow Tuesday, December 05, 2006 A calm and beautiful sunny morning begins in Springfield, but today is the day that everything begins to change… After an uneasy and uncomfortable night of sleep Beth begins to wake as she hears voices coming from the down stairs. As Beth begins to make her way there she feels a sudden sharp pain in her chest…but progresses on… Downstairs…Lillian is putting luggage bags by the door…she tells Ed that she won’t be into work today, that Beth needs her know more than ever. Billy is also on his cell phone with someone making arrangements to have Lillian’s car towed into a station…Beth appears in the living room and asks her mother what is going on… Stunned that Beth has entered so quietly Lillian is frozen and tells her to go back into her room and get dressed. Beth questions what is going on and why Billy Lewis is there…Lillian tells her that she’ll explain everything as soon as Beth gets dressed…Beth finally agrees and goes back to her room… Downstairs emotions are running high as Lillian drops her cell phone into her purse and begins to break down…she asks Billy how this could have happened and he assures her that he has no idea but makes her a promise…that he’ll be by her side… In her bedroom, Beth throws some clothes from the closet to her bed and flips the television on to the KSPR morning news…as she is dressing the meteorologist warns that more stormy days are ahead and says that everyone in Springfield should enjoy the sunshine…as Beth is finished dressing she opens her curtains allowing the sun to beat in on her when she hears the anchor giving the top news story…”Spaulding Enterprise tycoon Phillip Spaulding died late last night after complications from gunshots wounds to the chest…” Paralyzed with grief Beth screams out for Lillian and burst into tears…Lillian rushes up the stairs and see Beth staring at the TV…she asks her mother what is going… “IN the LIGHT” with Beth Raines Winslow Continues…

This week on THE LIGHT... ANNOUNCER: Olivia confronted Beth with the truth... Olivia: When are you going to wake up from this dream... ANNOUNCER: But Beth is keeping something from everyone... Beth: I think you should go Olivia... ANNOUNCER: Everything changes for Beth...in the blink of an eye... Beth: PHILLIP!!! Only on SONBC Daytime!

The Light: Episode 024 Sunday, December 03, 2006 Nighttime falls over Springfield as lives begin to change forever… Phillip leaves Blake at Outskirts unsure of what she is avoiding…but not one hundred percent caring, until he gets his car. However he quickly has a change of heart and goes back into the bar…Phillip questions what is going on with her… Danny attempts to reason with Marah about why he didn’t press charges against Roxie…she tells him that what her aunt did was wrong, but she wasn’t stable enough to understand that. Marah tries to argue with him, but Danny sees right past that and asks Marah what she’s feeling guilty about, she tells him she is feeling guilty about nothing…but Danny insists that she is…Marah tells him that he does not know what he’s talking about and asks if he is going to let her stay with him and Danny says that he already said yes as Marah goes off to shower… Harley arrives at Olivia’s bar to have a drink with Cassie. Harley fills Cassie in on what has occurred with Gus and the women talk about that and later about Blake and her problems with Ross and Holly. Cassie then tells Harley she is having men problems as well and Harley questions if she is talking about Danny. Cassie says that she has invited him to dinner a few times but it’s not any use…Harley suggests Cassie try something non-romantic, like work, mixed with dinner giving Cassie an idea… Marah steps out of the shower and wraps herself in a robe…she finds some clothes that Danny laid out for her…after she is dressing, Marah is gazing in the mirror…when Tony [Jordi Vilasuso] appears to her…Marah says that she’s sorry for ever doubting him…Tony says that he forgave her long before he ever died. Marah questions why he is here and Tony tells her she knows why…and leaves. Olivia arrives at Lillian’s to see Beth. Olivia reasons with her to reunite with Phillip because she can tell that he isn’t happy. Beth suggests that maybe Phillip isn’t happy because Olivia left him and the woman exchange heated words…Olivia said she had no other choice other than to leave him for Alan, because at the end of the day Phillip’s acts may show that he loves her, but she knows his heart is telling a different story…one that begins once upon time there was Beth and Phillip…and ends with happily ever after... Cassie arrives at the Santos mansion to find an unshaven Danny who seems to be busy and unwilling to talk. Cassie enters without being invited and sets up floor plans for a new restaurant/club where Inferno used to be…but Danny says he’s really not in the mood and wants to be alone. Cassie relucantely agrees to go, without Danny showing her out and listens at the door when he gets a phone call…Cassie hears Danny say that he wants to see her…but she doesn’t finish listening and leaves…with a clear cut agenda on her mind…to get and keep Danny no matter the cost! Blake tells Phillip that she’s changed over the years, matured…made mistakes yes, but always knew who she was. Phillip asks what has made her act this way because it does not seem very Blake like. She asks him if you ever really get over the one…your soul mate…then Blake says look who she’s asking, Phillip, who married and left half the women in Springfield for his soul mate. Blake says she go home…wherever that is, leaving Phillip very confused…he pays the tab and leaves to go see Beth… Danny is shaving when Tony also appears to him…Danny questions why he is there and Tony says he knows why…Danny questions, “Marah?” Tony says they need one another. Olivia asks when Beth is going to wake up from this dream world she is in and realize that Phillip Spaulding is the best thing that has ever happened to her. Olivia tells Beth that Phillip is a catch and the sooner she realizes that the better off she’s going to be…Beth asks Olivia what that means and Olivia tells her that something could happen to Beth, to Phillip and then she would have to live the rest of her life without him…Olivia asks if she is willing to do that… Marah comes into the living room where she finds Danny in the living room with a roaring fire…he tells her that it’s starting raining outside…Marah sits down and tells him that she feels comfortable here…almost safe…Danny tells her it has a weird feeling to it and she says that it most certainly does…as she moves in to kiss Danny… After Olivia leaves Beth tries to lie down and go to sleep, but with the rain it becomes almost impossible and she decides to take a sleeping pill that Lillian has and she immediately drifts off to sleep. After sleeping for awhile, Beth hears two gunshots ring out and she jolts from bed screaming, “Phillip!”

Lewis Daughter Guest Stars STILLWATER, OK - Inside sources are reporting that Krista Tesreau is slated to make some appearanceover the course of the next few weeks. Tesreau who is on a special recurring contract status with "THE LIGHT" is schedule to appear in Episode 025 and perhaps 026. Tesreau will be sarhing scenes with Beth Chamberlin [beth]. Tesreau last appeared during the Spaulding Enterprise "First Wives Club" and in addition to the above episodes look for Tesreau to appear during Christmas episodes later this month.

In "THE LIGHT" With: Beth Chamberlin BETH CHAMBERLIN Please Note: This is a fictional interview. It is for entertainment purposes only! SONBC: Congratulations on being placed back on contract. BC: Thank you! I'm very excited to be playing more active role in Springfield. Don't you feel the stories being written are very true to the characters history? SONBC: Of course, it's very reassuring and the feedback is good as well. Let's talk for a moment that all the stories have taken a big step backwards, what are your thoughts on that? BC: The stories written from March 2003 forward where at times hard to justify. I think this regime of writers realized that and took us back to era that was strong, Gus and Reva's storyline had to be wrapped up but after that it's a whole new world for us. SONBC: You sound very happy with everything that is going on, could that be because you have a rumored front burning story beginning next week in fact. BC: I'm thrilled with whatever this regime gives me...so far everyone seems to have amazing work. Maureen (Garrett, Holly) is coming back to the center of the show, Tina Sloan's Lillian is interacting with a whole new town and connections are being established there. This writer writes the women of our series, he writes us strong, independent, flawed...we're all so different and that makes a good canvas. SONBC: You didn't address your up coming story. Can you at all? BC: What I can say about it is this: it will be a week long "IN the LIGHT" with my character... (Smiles) People should read and see what this writer has crafted. I have some good scenes with Crystal (Chappell, Olivia) and Marcy (Rylan, Lizzie) who is playing my new daughter...this "ITL" is one that should not be missed!! Go "IN the LIGHT" with Beth Raines Winslow on December 4, 2006

The Light: Episode 023 Saturday, December 02, 2006 Nighttime falls over Springfield as lives begin to change forever… Same Day as Episode 20 & 21 Rick arrives at Outskirts where he finds Phillip waiting on him. Phillip asks how Rick is doing and notes that he didn’t sound very good on the telephone earlier that evening. Rick fills in the missing pieces regarding Roxie that Phillip didn’t already know…he also tells him how Mindy saved him from himself and finally about Mel… At the Bauer house…Mel has fallen asleep on the sofa while watching television and doesn’t hear Ed and Michelle come in from a late dinner. Ed inquires about Michelle and how she’s been feeling lately. Michelle tells her father that she is fine and reassures him that her episode in Washington D.C. was just because she wasn’t getting enough sleep…which she says she needs and head upstairs to bed…leaving Ed alone in the kitchen where he hears a frantic Mel wake from what appeared to be a nightmare… Harley manages to catch up with Gus at the house and asks him how he is feeling. Gus said that he thought for sure Alexandra was his mother and Harley tells him that just because Vera said she was his mother, doesn’t make it so…that there are ways to prove that she is telling the truth. Before Gus can respond Vera arrives… Her plane having been delayed in Oakdale, Lillian is just now arriving back home in Springfield, as a thunderstorm appears to be rolling in. As she is driving from the airport to home, she suddenly realizes she has a flat tire. Lillian soon learns that she has a jack…just not a spare tire when a car stops to help her… With the rain storm setting in Reva and Josh decide to catch a movie, despite Reva worrying about Marah. She asks Josh if she was out of line for slapping her and he assures he she was not and that what Marah said she didn’t mean. Reva says she has let her children down over the years and Marah was right on the money regarding Dylan and Jonathan…Josh tells Reva that Marah is in a difficult place at the moment dealing with Tony’s death and that over time she’ll forgive Reva. She thanks him for being there supporting her through all of this…Josh tells her there is not any other place he would want to be…the couple kiss and later make love! Phillip inquires about what is wrong with Mel and Rick says that she has been acting weird lately. Phillip urges Rick to give her time, let her deal with Roxie on her own terms and for him no to push her. Rick says that he wants to do that but he really wants to start a family with Mel and he’s not sure if she wants that. Phillip suggests that maybe Mel is feeling afraid, with Rick’s heart condition and her being stalked…he suggests Rick let it wait out awhile longer and then suggest the thought to Mel. Rick thanks Phillip for the talk and leaves… At Olivia’s bar in The Beacon, Henry Coleman is enjoying a martini when Blake arrives. She questions, if he has what she asked for…which Henry assures he does and hands over a digital camera with pictures of Ross and Holly at Towers. Blake pays him, drops the camera in her purse and leaves… Vera tells Gus that she has his adoption papers and assures him that everything with the Joe and Angela was legal. She says that his father was a good, honest man…that understood why she did what she did. Vera says that Joe helped her fake her death and that she did all of that to assure that Gus had a good life, which he did. Vera says that her coming here changes his past, not his future. Harley scribbles her telephone number down on a small piece of paper and tells Vera to call them tomorrow, that she and Gus need time to process this information. Vera tells Gus she does want to get to know him better and then leaves, as Harley leads Gus upstairs to bed. Ed gives Mel a warm cup of milk and asks if she wants to talk about it. Mel says that it was just the same dream she has been having for the last couple of nights…as Rick steps into the kitchen, unnoticed…Mel says the dream is the same thing over and over again, Roxie running her down. Ed says that she needs something to take her mind off of everything, Ed suggests that Mel help him plan an old fashion Bauer Christmas, the ones like Maureen used to host…he says it would be good for her, Rick, Michelle and especially him. Mel agrees…as Rick wonders outside if Mel is being distant because of him! Lillian is glad to see that behind the wheel of the car is Billy Lewis. After searching through his car Billy realizes that he doesn’t have a jack either. As the storm sets in Lillian calls triple A and they say it will be an extra 60-90 minutes, Billy suggests that he offer her a ride, but she tells him the triple A operator told her not to leave the vehicle, then much to her surprise Billy says he’ll wait with her…as he climbs into Lillian’s car she splits a candy bar and the two begin talking and laughing!! Blake arrives at Outskirts and orders a shot of Jack Daniels…slams it and takes another one! As the bartender pours it for her, Blake begins cursing aloud, “Son of a bitch…” over and over until Phillip questions if she kisses her children with that mouth. Blake turns to him and displays a devious smile…Blake asks him if she’s changed over the years…that Phillip has known her for a very long time, when she was good and bad…Blake questions why bad things happen. Phillip says that he doesn’t really know and doesn’t really have time to figure it out with her…Blake downs her Jack Daniels and tells him that he’s a son of bitch and a nephew of a bitch as well, but then again if the seed is bad…Phillip says he has no idea what she is talking about and leaves…headed towards Lillian’s house to see Beth… ~COMING THIS WEEKEND~ SUNDAY...THE ONE EPISODE THAT CHANGES BETH'S LIFE!!!

I would say Jessica Morris...I think she would fit perfectly with your story...but if you want a non blonde to be the opposite of Belle then Erika Page...I was never a big Jordana fan. For that teen casting call: I say Dunphy or Richards!!!