Days of Our Lives - Fri., Apr. 18, 2014

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Days of Our Lives
Friday, April 18, 2014

Yayyyy, he-e-e-e's BACK. Yes the ever smart, on the ball, ex-FBI agent, present day Detective Rafael Hernandez. His radar is working just fine. He comes upon Gabi & Nick kissing on the park bench. Gabi spots him, starts babbling, but he really says nothing, staring at Nick, who offers to leave. Gabi says no, and chides Rafe about lecturing or hitting Nick again. Nope, Rafe came to apologize to Gabi for what he said earlier, and to apologize to Nick for their fight. Awww, Gabi knew he would understand, big hug. He looks over her shoulder at Nick, who talks of "when he got back". Rafe says, oh, from New York, right. Yeh, replies Nick. (Love the expressions on Rafe's face).
Later, she sits with Nick, talking about this, a few other things, and she mentions the custody thing that Will brought up. Maybe a good idea to look into that, she will talk to Justin. Nick doesn't think that is a good idea, being he is Sonny's father. Conflict of interest? He tells her he will think about someone else for her.

Meanwhile, Will has gone to visit EJ, tells him about his argument with Gabi, and how, despite EJ's warning, he brought up the custody thing, and Gabi freaked out. EJ is pretty calm, tells Nick not to worry, he knows the entire situation, and will work on it for him.

Abby has come to do art lessons with Sami, who yammers a bit about different artists, how her wedding is coming along fine, but then gets down to brass tacks, asking Abby what she thinks of Nick herself. Abby believes in second chances, figures everyone deserves one. Sami wonders tho, if Abby ever thought someone was o.k., but for some reason, can't put your finger on it...something is off. Abby says yes, but still thinks all is fine with Nick.

Now Abby meets up with said Nick, who wants the name of a good lawyer, even mentioning the one who helped JJ. No, not for himself, someone else. She is curious, but he is not forthcoming. He does say something about evrything going the way he wants, and she notes that when he said that, he seemed rather scary. He denies that, but asks her to let him know Aiden's last name when she remembers it.

Rafe bumps into Sami, and they mention Nick. He says he had to apologize for punching him, Sami would have paid money to see that, how come she has not heard of this. Rafe tells her she would have if she had come to meet him instead of sending her fiance'. She did not send EJ, he just thought it better as she was upset, had the fight with Gabi, & might have shot off her mouth more than she should. Rafe is quick, and knows something is going on, that Nick seems to be holding something over them all, and he wants to know what it is. Sami is evasive, leaves, making sure she is warning him to just leave it all alone.

We see veraiious scenes of a photo of EJ & Abby in a passionate embrace. blown up to a 8x10, being inserted into a large green envelope, which is slipped under the door to the vestibule. And although EJ is home, walking between the study and the foyer, on the phone, reading a file....like other Salemites, he suffers from lack of peripheral vision, and never notices it, even when he is just 2 feet away.

JJ is in Horton Square, spots Paige, calls out to her, but she ignores him. He chases after her, she doesn't want to talk to him, he stood her up. No, he sent a text. She never got it, he shows her the copy on his phone, she realizes MaryBeth must have deleted it when she was getting drinks. They decide to hang out, he is going home, she goes along. JJ expects his mom & Abby to be home, they are not, he apologizes, offers to go somewhere. Paige doesn't mind. He gets a text about Daniel's hearing tomorrow, and gets very upset, ends up telling Paige the whole sordid story of "this girl" (Theresa), them doing drugs, her overdosing, he calling Daniel, and how Daniel covered for him. Even though he did all these terrible things to Daniel, wanting him gone from his mother's life, as he could not handle her being with anyone after his dad died. Paige realizes that Daniel is now a hero to JJ, tells him Daniel holds no grudge, and if this girl did try causing him trouble, it is on her, and no one else. She gets a call & has to go home.

Aiden & Hope sit trying to figure out what to do now that they cannot get the Salem Inn ballroom for the gala. Aiden says never give up. Hope gets a call, seems Giselle VanHopper, who always donates wonderful artwork for an auction from her collection, has decided not to do so this year. That auction usually raises half the proceeds. They decide to waylay her, as she comes from her hairdresser appt. When she comes out, they approach, introduce themselves, and learn the very wealthy, upper class Mrs. VanHopper is recently divorced, the hubby taking up with a 25 yr. old. and she just won't appear at a social event like this without a date, and if she cannot watch the bidding, it is no fun donating. Aiden & Hope talk privately he volunteers himself. But when he offers to be Giselle's escort, she refuses, saying something about there IS a way as she looks significantly at Hope.
(so this is all too funny now). Aiden goes to Hope, telling her what Giselle said, Hope is refusing, everyone in town knows she is not gay, and she is working the gala. Aiden convinces her so now Hope goes to Giselle, mentions her husband is out of town, maybe they can go together.
Roman has arrived, is chatting up Aiden about a case. Giselle lets Hope know she wants her to help get Roman to take her to the gala. Now Hope goes over to Roman, who starts going on and on about that barracuda Giselle, how she treated her husband who finally had enough, got rid of her. Roman notes that he thinks she is after him now, why else would she want to volunteer for his clean up crew. LOL. He wants no part of her, keep her away from him. He takes off. Aiden is laughing at the idea that Giselle is interested in Roman, but Hope assures him that Roman is not wrong. That is exactly who Giselle wants to escort her.

Rafe sits at his computer, using his search engine, looking for Nick Fallon - New York. Whatever comes up causes a frown.

EJ sits on the sofa, reading a file, as Sami comes in, evidently from the back way. She stands behind him, arms around his shoulders, kissing him on the neck, telling of running into Rafe, and sidestepping his questions. She sees the green envelope, asks what is that. EJ has no idea. She thinks perhaps it is about the wedding, goes to pick it up, opens the envelope.
 
I’m glad that Rafe made nice with Nick, even if he doesn’t mean it! Rafe even had Nick scratching his head. Maybe Rafe wouldn’t be so suspicious if everyone didn’t tell him to back off. Rafe/Sami still have that spark that made them a believable couple in love, it was there today. The old FBI Rafe is back, in full swing! Hope they keep it this way!

It was an OK show!
 
Only EJ Dimera works from home in a suit!!!

Why would Nick need to meet with Abby to ask for a lawyer when he texts everyone else? I kind of thought the "sidelines" comment had a double meaning to it but I'm still not sold that Nick has the photos.
 
Oh, gee, me bad. Forgot to mention the Easter Egg Hunt, too, and how all the kids were running around in the park with their baskets looking for the eggs. But see, that is why we did not see Eric, he was at the Good Friday services.......after all, you know how much the church teachings mean to him. :sarcasm:
 
Aww, seriously? Roman has a chance to have a date and is turning her down? He's never going to get a kiss.

I just figured out what Roman does in his spare time.....He plays the part of Kawliga (old country song)
"Poor old Kawliga He never got a kiss , Poor old Kawliga he don't know what he missed"
 
I was shocked when Giselle told Hope she wanted to go out with Roman.
I thought Roman would finally get a kiss. Then Roman doesn't want to have
anything to do with her. Maybe it's been so long he no longer cares to get a kiss :confused::)

I also thought it was funny that Roman found out Aiden was at
the Horton Square where he and Hope discussing the gala.

I didn't notice any hand putting the photo in the envelope. Was
it a man or woman? We know it wasn't Nick doing it, but it doesn't
mean he's not involved......

Hopefully, Abby will realize before it's too late why Nick wants
a lawyer for Gabi.

We had a Friday cliffhanger.
 
I noticed that too footballmum!! Usually exterior doors have some sort of weatherstripping seal.

I think the wheels are starting to turn in Rafe's head re: this whole Gabi/Nick situation. Only a matter of time before he figures things out or gets someone to talk. I'm so glad he's back to his investigative self. Now if he would just start investigating his girlfriend we'll be in business.
 
Thanks for the summary, missed the show again. Sounds pretty good, it is always nice for Rafe and Sami to share scenes. And the end for Sami and EJ cometh...
Also, love Hope and Aien together in scenes, even just as friends, but I do wish Roman would get that kiss :rotfl:
 
I just figured out what Roman does in his spare time.....He plays the part of Kawliga (old country song)
"Poor old Kawliga He never got a kiss , Poor old Kawliga he don't know what he missed"

Fie on Salem's very own Kawliga. If Victor could marry the monstrous Vivian to protect Carly the Hag, the least Roman could have done for the good of St. Luke's was spend one evening with the merely annoying Mrs. van Hopper. Unlike Roman "Kawliga" Brady, Rafe did take one for the team, placating Gabi by apologizing and shaking hands with Tricky Nicky. However if looks could kill, the Trickster would have joined Trent Robbins and Willow Stark in the afterlife.
 
Did Sami/Abbys' art lesson take place in the hospital? That looked like EJ's escape window in the background.

Did Gabi's expression reveal a little doubt about Nick, today? Has she switched to bottled water?
 
I must say, though some interactions are good to see now (glad that Hope and Aiden are now civil, and even have some fun together, and Paige and JJ are slowly developing some attraction), I'm so disappointed in the storylines that bring them together.

Hope and Aiden : a gala ! :eek: Really ? Why not an investigation ? :confused: Aiden is a lawyer and Hope, a detective after all. Why have them work in HTC for some foolish reason ? To think they can't have their usual venue, oh no, whatever shall they do ? :sarcasm: Yes, some parts were funny, but it would be even funnier if it wasn't so insignificant. Even Roman could be a part of this and have better things to do than complain about a rich woman who finds him attractive. I'm sure there are plenty of women who could pursue him during an investigation. A mysterious woman, maybe (and when I say mysterious, I'm not talking mysterious/boring like Jordan, whose storyline has been in a standstill for a year !)

And how about JJ and Page ? To think I was afraid I would miss Dr. Dan if he wasn't on for one episode. Good to know JJ is there to remind me of all the wonderful things Miracle Dan did ! Now I can breathe a deep sigh of relief. :sarcasm:

Seriously, even the Nick storyline is boring. At least to me. I can't believe Nick has all those people running around like headless chickens (although for Sami, that's not new). At least, Rafe the ex-FBI guy is back. :clap: That's great ! Now, let's move this along, shall we ? Because if I see Gabi so gullible and mean (how horrible is she to Will and Sonny, especially poor Will, who has to walk on eggshells when it comes to this stupid girl) one more time, and Sami of all people throwing stones, I am going to scream !
 
Very enjoyable episode. I still don't like Hope & Aiden, their interactions are too forced and silly, although I did like Aiden trying to come on to Mrs Van Hopper.
Meanwhile Hope really thinks highly of herself, doesn't she? "The whole town knows I'm not gay!" Um...really? Oh wait I forgot Salem's population is 104.

I want Nick gone so badly I can taste it. Like Poirot, I was thrilled (as I live-tweeted the show) that THE REAL RAFE is finally back!!

Fans of the Golden Goose couple are already gearing up to hate Monday's episode. Oy vey - well we'll see what happens if Samanther discovers the picture.

My money's still on Liam as the blackmailer/phototaker - he really has radar for shady dealings.
 
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