Couples and characters come and go, their usefulness diminishes to whatever head writer is presiding. They all (writers) seem to prefer creating their own characters, giving them story, and ignoring the canvas of riches in front of them. I have favs, but have never left Days because the fav was no longer there. But many viewers evidently do so. But......same happens in prime time, fav characters are killed, or leave for whatever reason. New characters are brought on, some work, some don't and are gone by next season. That's show business.....no business like it, right? LOL