Episode # 10327; Tape Date: 5/5/06; Air Date: 6/1/06; Director: Roger Inman

Summary: In this lackluster episode, most of Salem ends up at Chez Rouge for dinner. Zzzzzzz.

At Sami’s…the gang finishes up their pie as they question EJ about how he decided to move there. He tells them that when he was checking out the place, he heard someone playing jazz. Sami goes on about how she loves jazz and shows him her cd collection. Lucas comments to Carrie about Sami flirting and is sure that she will screw things up with Austin. Sami suggests that they take EJ out and show him the town. They all finally decide on Chez Rouge as EJ goes to get dressed.

At the Lofts…Shawn and Mimi return home as he dotes on her. She worries that it didn’t work. She wants a favor…for him to get the AC fixed. He can’t do anything about that, so she wants to at least go out somewhere to eat that is cool. He goes to call Maggie, but Mimi says she would be just as happy going to Buddy’s and having a hot dog. She talks about her possible cravings and he informs her that he has the freezer stocked with ice cream.

Across the hall, Philip and Belle are lying on the sofa making out (I think they mention that John and Marlena have Claire). She is still upset about his wanting to race and tries to talk him out of it, letting him know that Kate isn’t happy either. But he talks about how he wants to break boundaries. He suggests that they go out to dinner and discuss it. They hear Shawn and Mimi in the hallway and go out and ask what is going on.

At Billie’s…Max comes by with flowers for Chelsea as she worries and whines about her trial. He suggests they go out for dinner, even though she tells him Billie doesn’t want her going anywhere. He promises it will be somewhere nice as she says it will be like her last night of freedom. She mopes around and cries as they hug and she tells him she is sure that she will go to jail and never see him again. She tells him the only way to fix things is to get rid of Hope.

At the Cemetery…Bo and Hope kiss and she pulls away from him, saying she can’t do this. He tells her that they belong together and talks about what she means to him and how he doesn’t want to lose her. He begs her not to leave him and then suggests that they go somewhere to talk. He says that Zack loved them and would want them together. Hope bends down and talks to Zack about the tulips she brought him and begins to cry. He holds her and tells her to let him take care of her. He suggests they get out of there and she finally agrees.

Chez Rouge…The first wave arrives (Philip, Belle, Shawn and Mimi) as they are giving Shawn a hard time about driving so slow. Shawn and Philip go to get a beer as Mimi and Belle sit and talk. Belle assures her that this will be the best time of her life, she only hopes that Mimi doesn’t suffer from PPD like she did. Mimi worries about maternity clothes and Belle tells her that she will get all hers out of storage. Mimi thanks Belle for being there for her.

The second wave of folks arrive (Sami, Austin, Lucas, Carrie & EJ) as Maggie questions Sami about EJ. Sami notices he is staring at Belle and he tells her that he has been involved in fund raising and recognized her from pictures. He also knows that Belle is Sami’s half-sister. He asks her why all the beautiful women in Salem are taken. Sami and Austin go over to say hi to Belle as Austin introduces EJ to her and Mimi. Philip and Shawn return and get their intros as well, and EJ recognizes the Kirakis name. Carrie and Mimi congratulate each other on their impending pregnancies as EJ goes to get a drink. Austin tells Shawn he wants to talk to him about his invention, which ruffles Lucas’s feathers. EJ thanks Sami for making him feel at home as they sit and talk and he comments on how lucky Austin is. Austin talks to Shawn about his invention and wants him to sign with his company. He asks him to consider it before he signs with Victor. Sami walks over and seconds that, but then Shawn says there is no way he will work with Sami.

Bo and Hope arrive as Maggie is thrilled to see them together, sure the divorce is off. Hope informs her they are just there to talk. She offers to Bo to do what she can to help. Shortly after, Max and Chelsea arrive as well. She tells Max she saw her dad’s car in the parking lot and is sure that he is there with Hope. She whines about Hope, saying she just wants to see her in jail. Maggie delivers oysters to Bo and Hope as Bo says he remembers how she craved them when she was pregnant with Shawn. She corrects him and says it was with Zack.

Lucas and Philip talk about his going into racing as Shawn tells Austin that if it weren’t for Sami, he may be able to work with Austin. (He blames it all on her posing as “Stan”, saying he will never forgive her for that). After Shawn walks off, Austin tells her it isn’t her fault and that he loves her. Shawn sees his mom and dad there together and is not too thrilled. Mimi tells him it may be a good thing but Shawn doesn’t think so. She suggests they go over and tell them the good news. They tell them about Mimi having the procedure and they are happy for them. Then, Shawn coldly asks his dad why they are there and Mimi has to practically drag him away. After they leave, Bo talks about when Shawn was a baby and how important it will be to be in the baby’s life. She tells him not to push it…they are just there to talk.

Sami is upset over Shawn but Austin wants to talk to him and work another angle. Sami has had enough for one evening and decides to just walk on home. She leaves, followed by EJ. Belle is day dreaming and Philip tells her that is obvious that she is jealous of Mimi…he thinks she is wanting to have another baby as well. Shawn and Mimi are ready to leave as well (I guess everyone ate…I missed it, lol) so that 4-some heads out. Lucas and Carrie are also ready to leave but she wants to say goodbye to Austin first. She tells him she hopes he is okay and not upset over not getting to sign Shawn. He assures her that he is okay. She asks about Sami and he tells her she is okay, she just decided to walk home. He gets a call and tells Carrie he has to take it, so Carrie and Austin leave. They notice that EJ is missing as Lucas says he probably found him a woman there. Outside, Sami sits and cries alone as she sees Carrie and Lucas leave. As she cries, EJ walks up and offers his hankie. She talks about how she ruins everyone and everything she touches. He tells her that she is beautiful and that he hopes to see a lot of her. Max and Chelsea are also outside now and she decides to go back inside and talk to her dad. He offers to go with her, but she says she can do this on her own. He looks over and sees EJ and says “my God…if he’s in town…I am a dead man”. Bo is still asking Hope what he has to do to make things right and convince her that he won’t let her down…as Chelsea walks up. Hope stares at her…as the previews show…

Belle (to Philip, Shawn & Mimi): Claire deserves to grow up with her own father…(Philip): and she will…(Mimi): No she won’t…

Sami: What’s your real story EJ…and how come you know so much about me…(as he smiles at her)…

Chelsea (to Max): I want to have at least one special memory of you and me before they send me away…make love to me…

Bo (to Hope): I’ll never give up on you…(Hope): You have to…

And the credits roll…
Laney

Episode #10,326
Tape date – 5/4/06
Director-Roy Steinberg

In case you missed Monday & Tuesday’s shows, never fear. Lots of flashbacks & a replay or two, so you have not missed a thing. Mimi has her procedure, the quads get to chat with their new neighbor, Marlena has unhappy memories, while Bo & Hope are still floundering, trying to find their way back to each other.

BONNIE COMES BARGING into the hospital room where Mimi, in hospital gown, & Shawn wait for her in vitro to begin. She has arms full of shopping bags, filled with baby items for the munchkin to be. Mimi thinks she is jumping the gun (as do we, for heaven’s sake) as in walks the voice of doom & gloom, Dr. “I specialize in everything in this hospital” Lexie Carver. She informs the couple that the drugs given to Mimi did not work as well as they would have liked, and if this in vitro doesn’t work, they may not be able to harvest any more eggs from Mimi in order to try again. Mimi wants to talk to Shawn privately, so Lexie & Bonnie leave. Mimi bemoans her feeling God is punishing her for having the abortion, Shawn gives her the ol pep talk, saying God does not punish us for our mistakes. Later, the procedure is over, and Lexie tells Mimi to keep her feet elevated for a while, then leaves the room with Shawn. Bonnie attempts to comfort Mimi with positive thoughts, while outside, Lexie tells Shawn to keep his wife calm and stress free.

HOPE ARRIVES HOME, picks up a picture, and remembers her conversation with Bo. Jennifer arrives, having followed her, and stays to talk. Hope says she still loves Bo, but cannot count on his love. Jen tries to encourage her, but Hope will have none of it, saying Bo has chosen Billie & Chelsea as his family now. Flowers arrive for Hope, with a card. They are from Bo, with the card saying he loves her and they belong together.

Meanwhile, Bo is outside the Lockhart house, thinking of Hope, having his own flashback, and murmuring that Fancy Face is his only family. Inside, Billie is trying to convince Chelsea to wear a conservative dark suit to the trial tomorrow, but Chelsea balks. Billie insists Chelsea has been acting odd since her conversation with Frankie, and now we have Chelsea remembering that conversation. (yes, lots of “remembering”, folks!) Chelsea stalks off just as Patrick arrives. Billie is surprised, asking him what he is doing there. (Hey, Billie….it is HIS house!). Patrick replies that he lives there (Duh!). Now Billie says she has been working at Count Wilhelmina (she HAS???) and stashed away some money, so will find another place for her & Chelsea. She intends to house hunt. Patrick assures her it is not necessary, they can share the house and the rent (looks like Bonnie gets SOMETHING from this arrangement, lol) as they did before, reminds her he will always have a piece of him that loves her, and Billie agrees.

Outside, Bo runs into Chelsea with a suitcase….(this is sooooo lame) who tells him she is running away. (Yep, Chelsea, tell your father, the cop, that you are not showing up in court) He talks her out of it (too bad!), and they go inside, where Bo spies Patrick, and has the reaction we all expect. Bo is not happy, but Billie explains, and Bo decides to take a walk.

JOHN BRINGS MARLENA HOME to the penthouse, and she is happy to be back there. He goes to make her some chamomile tea, as she looks around the apt, then up the staircase, where she recalls the events leading up to and including her tumble down the stairs, then being in the hospital and learning she lost the baby. Roman comes in the open door (no one EVER closes doors behind them in Salem, do they?) and finds a clearly upset Marlena. He hugs her, as John comes in with the tea tray. She tells John how she was remembering losing Roman’s baby. She then goes thru the litany of being held prisoner, missing their loved ones at home, and how it just happened, and she got pregnant. (Just an aside here, I really wish Days would make their scenes longer than 30-60 seconds . The continuity is constantly and consistently being interrupted, as is the flow of the story, along with the emotions of a scene. )She explains to John, then apologizes to both men. Roman tells her to put it all behind her, but she isn’t sure she can. She is very upset, cries, talks of the imprisonment and how much she has lost, and that getting the amnesia made it easy for Alex to control her, so she has not dealt with all this. John understands. Roman leaves, but outside the door, remembers Marlena telling him she was pregnant, and she was having HIS baby.

REPLAY OF A FLUSTERED SAMI meeting up with the towel clad E.J. Wells, (slightly different version than we saw before, imagine that? Ha) asking for the wrench, etc. She babbles, Austin appears as his usual shirtless self, claiming to have fixed their shower, and all is well. Sami continues to babble (sorry, no other word for it, but she is really cute doing it, lol), when along comes Lucas & Carrie. Austin does the intros, & Carrie thinks they have met before. He claims not. Lucas says they were just at the Pub, and brought home one of Mom’s famous apple pies (Caroline, of course) and Carrie offers to share with everyone, causing Austin to invite everyone to “Sami’s place” to partake of the good ol’ American dessert. EJ promises to change and be over. The quads go across the hall, as Sami goes to change, too, and Austin manages to find a shirt. Am surprised Lucas has had one on all the time. LOLOL

Carrie is still convinced she has seen EJ before, and says she may not remember names, but is good at faces. Lucas spots the file with Shawn’s name on it, and asks Austin what he is up to. Austin replies it is none of his business, but Lucas informs him Titan already has it in the bag, Shawn asked Victor, who is bankrolling the invention. Austin tells him that no contracts have been signed, but Lucas says Victor & Shawn shook hands on it…..thus now a done deal. EJ arrives, ready to be Americanized, today apple pie, tomorrow Baseball. Now EJ spots the file, and seems to know all about Shawn Brady’s turbo engine invention. He says he is into cars, read about it in a magazine (wow, already in magazines? I thought he just came up with it a couple weeks ago.)Sami pulls Carrie aside, and begins to rave about EJ and how “hot” he is. She goes on like a teen schoolgirl does over some rock star, & wishes she had a single friend for him. Carrie laughs, tells Sami she is really into this guy, and wonders if she if willing to ditch Austin. No, of course not, but the guy IS really hot! The pie begins getting served, and EJ volunteers to fix the drinks, in spite of Carrie saying there is only lemonade & beer. (Beer with Apple Pie??? Ugh?) He says he has bartended in his time (hmmm, so has Lucas, lol) and will come up with something. A bit later, he hands out drinks, with Carrie taking plain lemonade (now HOW did he know she could not have alcohol?) while Sami takes a sip of hers, smiles at him, asking, “How did you know I like lemonade in my beer”? “Lucky guess” replies EJ. (in an interview I read, that James Scott, who portrays EJ, gave…he said he fixed something called a “shandy” for Sami. It is popular in Britain.)

We see Hope at the cemetery, kneeling and running her hand across the headstone at Zack’s grave. She is standing, and crying, as Bo comes along, puts his arm around her, and as she sobs, she turns and they embrace. They kiss, and then kiss again. And the previews show…..

Bo to Hope: Zack loved us. If he could whisper in your ear right now, that he wants mommy & daddy to be together.

Max: I’d do anything to make you feel better right now.
Chelsea: Anything?
Max: Name it.
Chelsea: get rid of Hope Brady.

Carrie: Are you & Sami O.K?
Austin: Yeah, oh, yeah. She just wanted to walk home, you know.

EJ to Sami: I hope to be seeing a lot of you, Sami

Barb

Episode: 10,325
Directed by: Jim Baffico
Tape Date: 5/3/06

Tiz a HOT Memorial Day in Salem USA as our residents visit or lounge around home on their day off.

AT THE LOFTS…..
Kate is getting a few nice photos of Philip (in uniform), Belle and Claire. They’ve just returned from the Memorial Day Parade that Philip marched in wearing his purple heart (apparently no one else in Salem went to it). He talks about how his leg reminds him every day about why he got the purple heart, citing the stairs as an example (why don’t they move to a single story house..that way Claire could have her own room and a yard too?). Philip has a plan for his future and it’s pretty ambitious. Philip explains he wants to invest in Shawn’s new invention. He says Max has asked Shawn to captain his pit crew and Philip wants to be Max’s back up driver. Neither Belle or Kate are happy about this new career move he’s planning and when he goes to get his proposal about it, Kate tells Belle this is all her fault. Kate brings up how Belle was running after Shawn when he and Mimi were getting married. Belle’s surprised that Kate knew about that and Kate said EVERYONE but Philip knew as Belle told them, (LOL, isn’t that the truth!). Kate warns her again about how hard it is to lose a child and Belle vows her marriage to Philip is strong (Claire keeps reaching for Belle’s hoop earrings…thought she was going to yank it out of Martha’s ear). Belle tells Claire to kiss Grandma goodbye, cause she’s leaving…Kate takes the hint. Philip returns in shirt and jeans and Belle tears into him about how dangerous race car driving is and he has a wife and baby to think about. He hugs her saying it’ll be okay. He still needs some thrills in his life and being the first race car amputee would do that. He’s not sure Max and Shawn would appreciate an inexperienced driver on their team (ya think?). He’s willing to underwrite the race team to help convince them.

ACROSS THE HALL
Shawn and Mimi are trying to stay cool with their electric fan (the super says the part needed for the AC will get there tomorrow) as he reads a book about In Vitro. He offers her a popsicle and she tells him she knows they keep the freezer full of them in the maternity ward. Shawn feels Zack is helping them with having a baby and asks if she’s serious about naming their baby (if it’s a boy), Zack. She confirms that and he feels so blessed while Mimi feels guilty. She says it’s because of the abortion. Philip arrives and asks to speak with Shawn alone, so Mimi goes to visit Belle. Philip has a business proposition. We return after Philip’s pitched his deal..and it’s 100% contingent on HIS being able to drive. Shawn says it’s okay with him if it is with Max (hello..their driver is living in an apartment above a friend’s garage…it doesn’t sound like a lucrative team, LOL!) Shawn asks if there’s any safer way for an amputee to prove his case. Mimi hasn’t even gotten across the hall before the guys finish their talk.

THE APARTMENTS
Sami and Austin return home in their swimsuits, pondering who their new neighbor will be. After going inside, we see it’s a handsome guy named Mr. Wells. He tells her about his next product he’d like their company to promote and her cousin Shawn is involved. Sami wonders what her hot shot cousin who use to be a hot shot pitcher, then lawyer to be is involved with (LOL..good one Sami). Austin explains Shawn found his niche as he’s a mechanical genius. They start playing around (loudly) and the new neighbor stares at the door (probably wondering if he can get out of his lease). Later while Sami’s in the bathroom, the new neighbor (EJ Wells) knocks on the door and introduces himself to Austin. He explains he rented the flat across the hall (get it, he’s ENGLISH) and just arrived from overseas. Picking up the picture of Sami, he asks if this fetching creature is Austin’s wife. Austin likes the adjectives and explains she’s his fiancée. Sami yells for Austin and EJ leaves with the wrench he borrowed for his leaky shower. Sami runs in saying THEIR shower is leaking water all over the place and when he explains where the wrench is, she pushes Austin to the bathroom while she goes to get their wrench back. Of course by the time she arrives, EJ is naked (his towel slipped) and wrapping it around his waist (they strip fast in Salem USA don’t ya know!) Naturally the towel drops and Sami chuckles he’s a big improvement over the last neighbor (as Austin comes to see where the wrench is and Sami nervously giggles).

HOPE vs CHELSEA…
Chelsea opens the door of Jenn’s house to find Hope standing there. Hope remembers Chelsea’s crying and trying to tell her it was an accident…that she had permission to drive Bo’s car . Hope knew it would be hard to return to Salem, but didn’t know how hard until she saw Chelsea. Jen, Frankie, Bo and Billie all arrive from separate directions. Hope isn’t listening to Chelsea’s normal mantra and Jen scurries her into the kitchen for some water. Chelsea moans, knowing that Hope will never forgive her and Frankie goes after her when Billie and Bo were going to.

Chelsea and Frankie have a chat as he levels things could be worse. He says she’s “whistling past the graveyard”…which goes over her head …that’s a new one to me too. He tells her if she levels she knows what she did was wrong, it might help. Frankie asks Chelsea if she’s willing to play the dice about Bo and Hope figuring out SHE sent the emails to each other, not them. She’s not admitting she sent them before the trial is over. Chelsea admits loving Bo to Frankie and afraid of losing him if she tells the truth. Frankie promises to defend her regardless. He warns her the clock is ticking and she needs to give Bo and Hope their lives back together. The evil brat refuses to.

Billie convinces Bo to talk to Hope and when she privately questions why she did that, Kate pops up behind her (she does get around). Kate doesn’t agree that Billie should let Bo and Hope find their way back together.

Hope tells her cousin she needs something stronger than water and apologizes for ruining Jen’s bbq. Hope tells Jen she needs to rebuild her life to make Zack proud. Hope tells Jen that she and Bo are finished as he walks in the kitchen saying that’s not true. Jen excuses herself to give them some privacy. Hope tells Bo to stop lying to her and how his daughter was willing to let him and Billie sacrifice everything to save her own skin. She is angry that he made a big pitch for her to forgive him instead of telling her about the court date change. She’s back in Salem now and it’s hard, but she needs justice for her little boy. He tells her they both have done things they regret (flashback of her and Jen finding Bo and Billie in bed together). She says she doesn’t know him anymore and how dare him compare what they did. He slept with Billie before she asked for a divorce. She didn’t sleep with Patrick until they were on the island. How can she forgive him, especially after the email he sent her. He’s confused about what he supposedly sent her via email, but she refuses to discuss it any more. He follows her out of the kitchen and they run into Billie and Chelsea. When Chelsea, then Billie rush away, Hope tells Bo to follow them as they’re his family now….as the previews roll…

Mimi to Shawn: I can’t help but think that God will punish me.
Shawn: Guess what? God does not punish people for making mistakes.

Hope is brushing off Zack’s headstone and turns and cries in Bo’s (?) arms…

John walks in carrying a pot of hot tea (?) and finds Roman hugging Marlena.

Patrick to Billie: You want to give this whole living situation another try, or what?
Billie: I’ll think about it.

Sami to EJ: How did you know that I like lemonade in my beer.
EJ: Lucky guess….cheers.

As the credits roll…
Linda

Episode # 10324; Tape Date: 5/1206; Air Date: 5/29/06; Director: Roger Inman

Summary: Many holidays slip by in Salem without a mention, but on this Memorial Day, our Salemites have a barbeque and take a moment to pay tribute to our military heroes amidst all the personal drama. For that I give them a thumbs up. As for the rest of the show, you would be better off going to your own barbeque!

In a Far-Away Hospital…the doctor tells Jack that if the procedure worked, it will take some time. But if it is a success, he will be going home soon. He assures Jack that his wife and family will be thrilled to see him, but Jack isn’t so sure. Jack asks him what day it is and learns that it is Memorial Day. Jack asks if he can have a burger and a beer. He talks about the barbeques they had and how his burgers were famous…and that today is his anniversary as well. The doctor tells Jack if all goes well and he gets his rest, he will be home for the July 4th barbeque. Jack has flashbacks of grilling when he burned his hand and says that is how it all started as he looks at the scar on his hand. He wonders if Jen has fallen in love with Frankie. He has a fantasy about what it would be like to go home and then says maybe everyone would be better off if he were dead.

At Hope’s…She arrives home (with Patrick at her side) and immediately notices that Zack’s things are gone. Shawn and Mimi come by as she hugs her son. He says he is glad she is home, but she says this isn’t home anymore…a family is what makes it home. She gives him and Mimi a hard time for marrying while she was gone (as she has flashbacks of reading the articles). Shawn blurts out the news that they are going to have a baby. Hope asks when she is due and Mimi says she isn’t pregnant yet, but hopes to be tomorrow. Color Hope confused. Bonnie and Max (both dressed in red, white and blue) as she is thrilled to see Patrick. But Hope quiets everyone down, wanting to hear what’s the deal with Mimi and Shawn. They explain about the invitro process as both Bonnie and Hope are thrilled for them. Bonnie pulls Patrick to the kitchen and asks him about what happened with him and Hope…she wants all the juicy details. But Patrick’s lips are pretty tight about it and he tells her that he did all he could to get Bo and Hope back together. But Bonnie is thrilled that it didn’t work. She is excited that Mimi married a rich Horton and now Patrick is hooked up with one as well…it’s all a dream come true. She says it is now his job to make sure that Bo and Hope don’t work things out. They go back into the living room as Bonnie suggests they all go to Jen’s for the barbeque. Hope doesn’t want to go but they all talk her into it. She sits down on the sofa and stares at a picture of her family, on the verge of tears.

At Billie’s (or Patrick’s…where ever)…Chelsea (who has a new short haircut) is watching Max’s race as Billie is rushing her to get ready so they can go to Jen’s. But Chelsea doesn’t want to go and whines about Bo going after Hope. Bo arrives as Billie asks him about Hope. Chelsea smiles to overhear that things didn’t go so well and she didn’t come back with him. Bo explains that they talked but she learned about the trial date changing (but not from him) so now things are worse because he wasn’t the one to tell her. Billie tells Chelsea to go on ahead to Jen’s and she will be along shortly. After she leaves, Bo asks what happened while he was gone and Billie fills him in. She wants to know what happened on the island as Bo fills her in about Alex and Marlena being there and John coming to rescue her. He also tells her about Hope being there with Patrick and how he assisted the police and once again was the hero. He tells her about Hope learning of the trial and going ballistic, but came home anyway and that she is just itching to testify. Billie says he has to change her mind, but he says she is determined to send Chelsea to prison. He only hopes that they don’t run into each other first. The light bulb goes off for both of them as they realize that they probably WILL both be at Jen’s, so they go racing out the door to defuse the fireworks.

At Jennifer’s…the rest of the Salemites are gathering for a Memorial Day barbeque. Maggie, Alice, Caroline and Shawn are the first to arrive. Alice and Shawn talk about Frankie and Jen’s engagement and ask if they have set a date. Philip, Belle and Claire arrive (Philip in his dress blues, they explain he was in the Memorial Day parade). This leads to talk about the military and Shawn Sr. suggests that they have a moment of silence to honor them. John and Marlena arrive outside but she isn’t sure she can go inside and face everyone. Inside, everyone is watching the race and apparently Max wins as everyone is cheering. Caroline talks about how she hates race season, because when they race, so does her heart. She wishes Max would find another permanent occupation. Frankie suggests they fire up the grill as Abby mopes around having flashbacks of grilling with her dad and his talking about the famous Deveraux burgers. Jen asks Abby if she would like to help Frankie and she says no that is a memory she had of her dad. She then reminds Jen that today is also their anniversary, something that Jen is full aware of, being that she was up all night crying. Outside, John assures Marlena that everyone will be thrilled to see her but she isn’t so sure because of her behavior before. John says she wasn’t responsible for that, as Lexie, Abe and Theo walk up and Lexie says if there is anyone to blame, it would be her. Alice tries to soothe Abby, explaining that her mother loved Jack very much, but he is gone and she can’t spend her whole life mourning. They say that Memorial Day is about remembering people and what they stood for and this is something that Jack wanted. Frankie asks Caroline for her help with the burgers, but Abby stops her and says she will help, so off they go. Jen plops down beside Alice and asks if ALL teenagers are like that. Alice chuckles and reminds her that she and Tom raised Jen…and compared to her at that age…Abby is an ANGEL. Outside, Marlena asks Lexie what she means and Lexie explains that she is the one who recommended Alex to them and brought all this on them. And for that she is sorry. Abe informs John that all charges against him (concerning Lois’s death) have been dropped (as Lexie has flashbacks of Alex threatening her). She says she is glad that monster is dead. Abe rains on their parade, telling them that he talked to the cops on the island and learned that the body was never found. John says that Alex is somewhere giving a shark heartburn (LOL). John assures Marlena that all will be fine and convinces her to go inside. They walk in as Belle is thrilled to see her. They explain that she has her memory back as Belle rushes to her. Philip brings Claire in as Marlena wants to hold her and says it is like meeting her for the first time. She ooh’s and ahh’s over her as Claire coos “ma-ma-ma”. Marlena asks Belle if she is okay and she assures her she is fine and tells her about Shawn and Mimi as well. John fills the others in on what is going on. Chelsea arrives and wants Abby to go with her and ditch the party. She informs her that Hope and Bo didn’t come back together and Hope won’t be there to testify, good for her. Frankie and Jen walk out as he reminds Chelsea that she is to behave herself until the trial and should probably stay there. Jen says the same for Abby, who gets upset and accuses Jen of using Jack’s memory to manipulate her. Abby says that her dad would want her to be happy. Maggie takes Claire upstairs to play with JJ as John thanks Philip for taking care of Belle while he was so pre-occupied. Belle tells her mom she is happy that she and dad are back together, but Marlena tells her she isn’t so sure. She also remembered what caused the amnesia…losing the baby that wasn’t John’s…and now she worries about their future. Abby and Chelsea march back inside and the door bell rings. Chelsea excitedly thinks it’s Max and rushes to the door. She flings it open to find Hope standing there. The 2 of them glare at each other…as the previews show…

Mimi (to Shawn): Maybe it’s just not meant to be…(Shawn): What do you mean?...(Mimi): After what I have done, I don’t think that God can bless uw with a child…

Sami is in the hall with some bare-chested guy who introduces himself as EJ. She giggles as Austin watches (also bare-chested)…

Frankie (to Chelsea): Hope will show Bo that email and they will trace it all back to you…
Hope (to Bo): How do you think we could get back together…especially after that email you sent me?...

And the credits roll…
Laney

Episode: 10,323
Directed by: Albert Alarr
tape Date: 5/2/06

Hypocrit is the word of the day for our Salemites as couples chat on Morgan Isle, Sami's worried about bad karma, Mimi and Shawn get good news and Jack's thinking about his return to Jennifer (who's dealing with teen issues).

AROUND SALEM
Helping Mimi and Shawn get pregnant has given Lexie the bug to get pregnant again herself (be careful for what you wish). She tells Abe that she’s talked to urology about EDD. She reminds him there are other ways to satisfy her, but he doesn’t understand her needs. He tries to explain that his masculinity is also impaired and says if she had had to have a mastectomy had the lump been cancerous, she’d understand. She goes to check on Shawn and Mimi’s test results. Lexie is excited as she tells them the news shouldn’t be much longer. Shawn is being protective already and takes Mimi somewhere to wait.

Sami and Austin are out having dinner (have we seen either of them work since they landed that contract?). Sami’s absorbed by Will’s Karma report and worried her past deeds may be her undoing. Austin assures her it won’t and telling her to have good thoughts. A flaming chocolate dessert is devoured by them as she remembers Father Jansen’s words. Abe and Lexie arrive and are seated a few tables away (hopefully someone else will give Shawn and Mimi the results, as they’re lurking by the nursery, daydreaming they had a baby boy).

A nurse joins Shawn and Mimi saying the doctor is ready to see them (phew). The doctor arrives and when asked if the egg is still okay, she tells them it’s no longer an egg. Mimi moans and Shawn assures her they’ll try again. The doctor tells them it’s not called an egg after it’s fertilized, but a pre-embryo. She shows it to them on their direct feed to the lab on her computer. Mimi and Shawn are thrilled and kiss. The doctor agrees something could go wrong, but so far it’s going great. They won’t implant it until it grows some.

Back at the restaurant, Abe offers to switch seats with Lexie so she wouldn’t see Sami and Austin, but she goes to the rest room and freshens her lipstick. Sami goes to the ladies room to chat with Lexie. Worried about her bad karma, she tries to apologize and tells Lexie she should get a second opinion that her lump is not cancerous. Sami asks if she still has the lump in her breast and begs Lexie to have another test done. Lexie feels Sami’s wanting her to have cancer and leaves. Austin asks Sami what happened and she tries to explain about wanting Lexie to be retested, saying Lexie is a really bad doctor (no kidding) and should get a second opinion. Austin tells Sami that this is the Sami he loves, a caring Sami. He’s so proud she’s going to be his wife.

Lexie is clearly distressed when she returns and won’t tell Abe what Sami said to upset her. He hopes Austin will bring out Sami’s better side.

JEN, JACK, ABBY & FRANKIE
Jen and Abby continue their discussion as Abby stomps off after calling Jen a hypocrit. Frankie returns home and Jen admits wishing Jack were there to handle this situation. She knows that’s not going to happen and shocked after seeing Abby and Chelsea on the Sluts of Salem website. Frankie said Chelsea needs more than a good lawyer, she needs a miracle. He tells her about Bo going to see Hope and she’s relieved to hear that. He also is worried about Chelsea’s fate if Hope is there for the trial.

Abby stares at her computer as Jen knocks on the door, insisting that they talk.
Abby tells her mother she hates her and wishes she had gotten that incurable disease and to leave her alone. Jen leaves and goes down to Frankie. HE gives her a glass of wine. She needs good news and calls Hope, wanting to hear how they’re doing.

The doctor tells Jack he feels the treatment worked and he’ll have many years to spend with his family. Jack tells the doctor he’s anxious to return home before Jennifer moves on with Frankie any further. The doctor suggests he call home and tell Jennifer he’s still alive. Jack wants to make sure the procedure worked and hopes it won’t be too late when he goes home. He imagines what would happen as he explains to Jennifer that he’s still alive and cured. He asks if she respected his dying wish and if she and Frankie are together. He pictures Jennifer telling him that he’s the only man she loves and wants to be with.

Frankie joins Jennifer and she tells him that Bo and Hope are together. Jen’s worried about Abby and understands why she called her a hypocrite being Abby and Jack were so close. Frankie says he’d understand if she wanted to postpone the wedding. She tells him no, she loves him and wants to marry him. They kiss. Abby quietly comes down the stairs and sits there, watching Jen and Frankie kiss.

MORGAN ISLE
Marlena and John stroll, anxious to be together again after so long. She hopes Bo and Hope will as well. They kiss.

Bo tells Hope that their love has gotten them through so much over the years. They both tell each other that they still love each other and encouraged, Bo hopes that they’ll get through this too. They talk about Chelsea and he doesn’t excuse his lies and calmly explains it was an accident. He tells her family helps each other through traumatic times yet she took off, wouldn’t return his calls and asked for a divorce. He never thought she would do that. She tells him that’s not what he said and confused, he asked if she didn’t get his email. He tells her firmly that they belong together. She belongs with him not Lockhart and he belongs with her, not Billie. Jen calls and Hope steps aside to take the call (man, do they have great cell coverage!) John pops out of the bushes to ask Bo how it’s going and if Bo’s told Hope about Chelsea’s trial date being moved up. Bo said he’s going to, but trying to resolve other matters first. Hope hangs up and John slides back into the brush (what does a couple have to do to have a quiet PRIVATE conversation, LOL!) Hope returns angry at Bo for not telling her about Chelsea’s new court date, accusing him of still keeping secrets and shoves him. Bo stays calm as Hope erupts about trying to keep her away. He tells her he came because of her call saying she needed him and that he hadn’t told her yet as they had more important issues to discuss, but she refuses to hear, saying that is the most important thing right now. (ask pop in the bushes John to confirm that Hope). Marlena and John finally decide to return to normal life and leave the bushes. Hope tells Bo to go home to Billie and Chelsea. She will return to Salem and make sure that Chelsea is put away for along time. She tells Bo that they’ll never be together again …as the previews roll….

Abby to Jennifer: I’d appreciate it if you didn’t use Dad’s memories to try and manipulate me into staying in your house.

John to Marlena: They can’t blame you for your behavior.
Lexie (with Abe carrying Theo next to her): If anyone’s to blame, it’s me.

Shawn (hugging Hope): I’m glad you’re home.
Hope: This isn’t my home, not any more.

Bo to Billie: She’s here and just itching to testify at Chelsea’s trial

As the credits roll….
Linda.

Episode # 10322; Tape Date: 5/1/06; Air Date: 5/25/06; Director: Roger Inman

Summary: Incriminating pictures of Chelsea pictures turn up in a new place…as do a few of Abby’s…Mimi listens as Belle and Shawn talk…Bo tries to apologize to Hope.

At the Garage…Shawn is working on Belle’s car as they talk about the past and about children as Mimi has arrived and stands nearby and listens. Shawn talks about what a great mother Belle is and both are sure that Mimi will be as well. Shawn is excited about the possibility of becoming a father as well. They rehash their past and Belle says that losing him will be her biggest regret in life and has always wondered what might have been. Belle says she guesses they just weren’t meant to be. They talk about Bo and Hope breaking up and Belle notes what a tough situation Bo is in. Shawn talks about he and Mimi would never break up…he trusts her with his life. He talks about how lucky he is to have found Mimi and Belle says she is lucky as well to have Philip. She admits that she still loves Shawn as well, but also loves Philip and is committed to her marriage. But she says if she had it all to do over again, she wouldn’t have rushed into marrying him…she would have waited. Shawn talks about how Claire was conceived in loved (as Mimi has flashbacks of Bonnie informing her that Shawn is Claire’s father). Belle says she regrets that she and Shawn never made love. Mimi, who was hiding behind a stack of tires, falls into the garage (literally) and Shawn asks how long she had been there. She lies, saying she just got there and had been shopping with her mom. Shawn notices she is acting nervous, but she says she is just excited about becoming a mother…as she has flashbacks of her talk with Father Jansen.

At the Deveraux House…Abby overhears Jen and Frankie and is not too thrilled over the news of their impending marriage. She pitches a fit for rushing into this and threatens to move out. Jen proceeds to chew her out as Frankie steps outside. Abby asks what if her dad comes back…he has before. But Jen says that isn’t going to happen this time…he is dead…and she doesn’t want to spend her life alone, waiting for him. Abby thinks that she is “settling” for Frankie but Jen says he was her first love. She tells her that this is what Jack wanted but Abby says that she already has a father and doesn’t need a substitute one. Frankie comes back in and goes to the computer (someone had called him) and he pulls up a website “Sluts of Salem” and finds Chelsea’s picture there. He rushes over to Billie’s to tell her about it. Abby is looking on the site and finds a picture of her and Josh on there as well. Jen sees this and is shocked. She jumps Abby and she informs her mom that if she had a camera when she walked in on her and Frankie, Jen’s picture could have been there as well. (ouch). They argue as Abby calls her a hypocrite. Jen tries to defend herself and demands Abby’s respect. But Abby says she doesn’t deserve it…she always preached about sex to her but she isn’t living by it and she has lost credibility. Jen tells her that her life is none of her business and asks Abby just how far was she planning to go. Abby tells her that she wants to have sex…and if she were to get pregnant, she is sure that she would be a better mother than Jen.

At Billie’s…Chelsea panics when she learns that Bo has gone to see Hope. She is sure that he will tell her about the change in the trial date and she will go to jail for sure. She blurts out that she has done so much to keep them apart. Billie demands to know what she is talking about and what she has done. (Flashbacks of Chelsea sending the emails). Chelsea lies and says that she has been praying to God that Bo and Hope would break up so Billie and Bo could get back together. She says that if they get back together, it is over for her and Billie. Frankie comes over and shows the website to them as Billie pitches a fit about how bad it looks. Chelsea says it doesn’t matter, with Hope coming back. Billie explains to Frankie about Bo chasing after Hope and he is glad that Hope called. He pulls Chelsea aside and tells her that Bo and Hope are going to talk and figure out what she has done. Billie rails Chelsea out about her behavior and grounds her, telling her she is not allowed to leave the house without her and lectures her about responsibility. Chelsea storms off, whining that her life is over and that Billie will be better off without her. Frankie tells Billie that if Hope comes back and testifies, it is a sure thing that Chelsea will go to jail. Chelsea listens and cries about what a disaster this is. Billie tells Frankie that she is worried about Chelsea going to jail…she doesn’t deserve it and fears that if she does, she will only come out worse. Billie says it’s all her fault and beats herself up for falling for Bo again.

On Morgan Island…John assures Marlena that she is safe and it’s all over. He hugs her saying he will hold her for the rest of their lives and she asks him to promise to never leave her again. He says he loves her and it feels good to say that to her without her running away from him. She thanks him for not giving up on her and risking his life to save her. She only wishes that Bo and Hope can find their way back to each other as well. Meanwhile, Bo sees Patrick and Hope kissing and rushes out of the bushes and pulls him off of her. Hope tries to explain to Bo that she was wrong about Patrick and they explain what happened with John, Marlena and Alex and how Patrick helped stop Alex. But Bo doesn’t want to hear it and tries to convince Hope that Patrick is dangerous. But she says he is wrong, Patrick is a good person. Bo points out how Patrick just “happens” to always be the hero. Bo turns to Hope and talks about all the mistakes they have made but he doesn’t want to throw away their marriage, saying they belong together. John and Marlena walk up, Marlena glad to see Bo there. Marlena and Hope talk as Marlena urges her to listen to Bo and forgive him. Hope says that as long as he defends Chelsea, she can’t…Bo has a new family now. Hope and Patrick talk as Patrick tells her that she belongs with Bo. She apologizes for doubting him. Bo tells John about the trial date being moved and John urges him to be honest with Hope and tell her as well or it will cost him his marriage. Bo says he can’t live without her, so John tells him to tell her. Hope overhears and asks Bo what is he lying about. Marlena suggest they leave Bo and Hope alone so she and John leave. She tells John that she wouldn’t be there if HE had given up on her. Patrick tells Marlena to tell them that he wishes them well and that he is leaving as well. Bo says that they have both made a lot of mistakes and asks Hope if she still loves him and wants to work things out…there is nothing he won’t do for her. Bo opens his heart and asks Hope to forgive him and asks if they can just put all the anger aside…including the anger she has for Chelsea (oops, you went too far Bo). He says that their love has carried them through many terrible things in their past and can carry them through this as well. He asks for a chance…for what they have meant to each other…and for what they can still mean to each other. She turns to him with tears in her eyes…as the previews show…

Mimi (to Shawn): Look…our baby…as they kiss…

Frankie (to Jen): If you want to postpone the wedding, that’s okay…

Sami (to Lexie): I think you should get retested Lexie… (Lexie): and I know why…Oh my God, Sami…

Hope (to Bo): How dare you stand there and say that your love me and once again you are lying to me…keeping secrets…

And the credits roll…
Laney

Episode#10,321
Tape date-4/27/06
Director-Roger Inman

Sami & Mimi have words in church, Jack makes a difficult decision, the teens go to the pier dance, while events turn out well on Morgan Island.

Mimi reflects on what Father Jansen told her about her marriage, and tells herself she HAS to tell Shawn the truth. Yawnnnn. (How many times does this make that Mimi has said those word, 523?)). Meanwhile, Sami is supposedly in the confessional looking for absolution for her sins. However, she refuses to tell Father Jansen what they are, as she remembers blackmailing Lexie, and making her deal with Alex. Father Jansen says that if she does not tell him, he cannot help her, so she abruptly leaves, seeing Mimi lighting a candle. She tries to get Mimi to spill her problem, to no avail. However, she figures out that Mimi is working with Kate to keep Shawn & Belle apart. They have words, as Sami goes thru the litany of Kate paying for the wedding, the big honeymoon that the couple did not take, and realizes that since perfect Belle would not just leave Philip, there must be something that would make her change her mind. Mimi gives it to her right back, telling Sami that whatever she has done, Kate is going to find out, yada, yada. They have words, as both vow to find out each other’s secrets. Sami leaves, and Mimi asks God to forgive her, but Sami is such a *******. (Someone please tell the writers that there is no one who would curse like that in church! )

Josh & Abby arrive at the pier dance. He is happy they are dating, and tells her he would like to take their relationship to the next level. (Do teens really say things like that? LOL) She asks if he means they should have sex, but Josh only meant they should be exclusive. (I am guessing he means going steady, to use what seems to be an old fashioned term) Max & Chelsea arrive, and Chelsea wants to talk to Abby privately. Abby tells Chelsea about the “exclusive” dating, and is not sure she wants that, maybe she should party a bit. Chelsea replies that partying is not all that great, but Abby says she is going to have sex with Josh, and then see how she feels about settling down. (O.K. now WHY is Abby changing personalities…WHAT is wrong with these writers?) Both girls return to their dates, with Max kissing a very willing Chelsea. Two young girls (Madison & Cindy) spot them, and snap pictures, with Madison commenting that their “Sluts of Salem” blog has a new poster girl. Chelsea gets a phone call from her mom, while Abby gets a text message from hers. Both girls leave.

Jen & Frankie are hugging outside the door, when Maggie comes outside carrying Jack, Jr, who promptly calls Frankie DaDa. Inside, Jen tells Maggie & Alice that she & Frankie are going to be married. Jen takes JJ up to bed, & looks at a picture of Jack, thanking him for approving. Her absence gives Alice the chance to thank Frankie for loving Jennifer. He tells her he never stopped. Jen returns, commenting about calling Abby to come home so they can tell her the news of their engagement. Abby is just coming in the door, and says “You’re engaged?”

Meanwhile, Jack is laying in bed, missing Jennifer. Dr. Butler comes in, telling Jack he CAN help him, he can save his life. The experimental procedure can be altered to help Jack. Now Jack flashes back to looking in Jen’s window on Christmas, and comments that he is not sure about returning to his family, as Jen may be very happily in love, and he cannot come back from the dead a 3^rd time. He refuses treatment, not wanting to hurt Jen again. Dr. Butler tries to talk some sense into Jack, gives him the clipboard with the permission papers, and leaves. Jack starts remembering years gone by with Jen, and we see a series of flashbacks…Jack arguing with a young Jennifer who is interning at the newspaper, about an assignment; then the lst time they kissed, as a very reluctant Jack did not want to show his feelings; then him telling Jen to breathe, as she gave birth to their daughter, Abby. He realizes that no matter what, Jennifer is his wife, those are his kids, and he wants to return to them. He signs the papers.

Billie gets a call from Bo, who tells her he is going to Hope, that Victor is letting him borrow the Titan jet. She offers to come join him, but he says no, and buckles up on the plane. Billie calls Chelsea to come home immediately. On the plane, Bo flashes back (make sure you have a box of tissues handy ) to Lexie asking him & Hope for permission to take Zack’s organs, that he is not with them any more. We see Hope get hysterical, both crying, as they finally give their o.k. and then we see their heart-rending farewell to “tiny man”. Meanwhile, Chelsea has arrived home, and is not happy to hear that Bo has gone to join Hope. She scolds her mother for allowing it to happen, but Billie tells her Bo loves Hope, always has and always will, and nothing will change that.

On Morgan Island, Hope arrives at the cliff, where Alex is holding a gun to Marlena’s head, threatening to kill her. Hope distracts Alex enough so John can get closer to Alex, attacks him, Marlena gets away, and the two men struggle on the ground. Eventually both go over the cliff, but manage to hold onto rocks. John offers to help Alex up (how, when he is barely holding on himself?) but Alex says no, he will see him in hell first, lets go, and down into the sea he falls. Hope & Marlena help John back up to safe ground. Marlena cries, as she & John hug, & she apologizes. Patrick arrives asking about North and they tell him he went over the cliff. The cop comes, too, and explains how Patrick was working for them – he has done it before. He tells how they got a tip that Alex was looking for a hit man, and at first Patrick refused to help, but once he learned it was Alex North doing the hiring (hmmm, wonder what will happen to that suitcase full of money now) and John Black was the victim, he agreed to help. Marlena tells John she remembers what caused her amnesia, that she lost a child, and it was Roman’s. John says they can work all that out. Hope apologizes to Patrick for doubting him. And wonder of wonders, that super speedy jet of Victor’s has managed to not only get Bo to Morgan Island in the blink of an eye, but must have given him the power personally, as in that very short time John, Marlena, Alex & Hope spent on the cliff, Bo has arrived on the island, up on the cliff, and just in time to see Patrick & Hope kissing! And the previews show

ABBY TO JEN: I want to have sex like you do, and maybe I’ll even have a baby. I’ll be a much better mom that you are

BELLE TO SHAWN: Losing you is the biggest regret of my life (as Mimi overhears)

CHELSEA TO BILLIE: Hope is going to get her claws into Bo for good this time, and you are never gonna be with him

BO TO HOPE: There’s something I gotta tell you, Fancy Face. It’s part of the reason I am here.

BARB

Episode: 10,320
Director: Albert Alarr
Tape Date: 4/26/06

Thank goodness it appears some people are wising up and hopefully these storylines will call it a wrap soon…as the Morgan Islanders make progress; Mimi confesses and finds herself in more of a dilemma while Sami karma is questioned.

AT ST. LUKES….
Mimi and Bonnie argue about telling Shawn the truth about Claire’s paternity. Mimi rushes out and Bonnie (and Max) follows. Bonnie follows her to St. Lukes (she parked Max with a nun apparently, saying she had an emergency). Mimi wants to talk to a priest as Bonnie tries to convince her not to.

Mimi and Father Jansen chat over tea as she tells him about the in vitro. He’s happy and says God’s blessing her with a child of her own after she told Shawn about Claire being his daughter. She tells Father Jansen she lied and Shawn doesn’t know. He shakes his head in dismay. He tells her in the eyes of the church, her marriage is null and void. Cue Mimi’s gasp. Mimi freaks, worried about Shawn’s reaction matching Rex’s and wanting no more to do with her.

At home, Sami reads The Theory of Karma, Will’s school project..and how it works …as we see a flashback of her with Alex talking about changing Lexie’s cancer test results. Knowing what she did was wrong, she grabs her purse and dashes out.

Sami arrives at St. Lukes to light a candle, promising to be good from now on (do she and Austin work at all now?). Bonnie walks up and says she heard what she did, getting Austin to propose to her. While Bonnie tries to find out what Sami’s feeling guilty about, she slips that Mimi is there confessing and Sami needs to hear more about that. Sami’s ears perk up and ask what Mimi’s done. Bonnie says good girls come to confession often and changes the subject back to Sami. Sami leaves and Bonnie sees Mimi in the hall as Mimi tells Bonnie what happened (see below). She says this lie is tearing her apart and can’t bring a baby in the world with this on her conscience. She tells Bonnie to leave. Bonnie asks her to call before she makes a decision, but Mimi can’t promise that. Mimi asks God for her help.

Sami is in the confessional and Father Jansen knows it’s her, calling her by name. Sami explains about karma and he says what you sow you reap.

BRADY HOME
Billie helps Bo pack up Zack’s toys. He misses Hope and his sons and tells her so. They talk about Chelsea’s fate in court (yawn) and what would happen if he tells Hope about the new court date. Bo calmly tells Billie that he loves Hope and always will. They talk about Patrick and his charms and Billie wasn’t immune to them either. He apologizes if it appeared he himself was leading her on. With tears in her eyes she says she knew.

Hope tears into Patrick for how she believed in him and he turns out to be one of those bad guys after all. She calmly tells him that he took advantage of her at the lowest point of her life and she thought they had something. He agrees they do, but she tells him he doesn’t care about her or he wouldn’t side with Alex. Patrick grabs her and says he does care about her, more than she’ll ever know and always has (don’t get me started here). She’s not happy with him and he stalks off.

Hope remembers sleeping with Patrick and asking herself how she could be so stupid, pulls out her cell phone and makes a call. Billie asks him to help her carry the boxes out to her car and she’ll take them to the Horton Foundation the next day. The recorder picks up while they’re both outside and Hope tells him she’s on Morgan Island and was wrong about Patrick. She needs him. Bo rushes in and hears Hope’s voice and gets the phone too late.

MORGAN ISLAND
John pleads with the police to try and convince them he’s right. The police return and have confirmed John’s credentials, but warn him to stay clear of Dr. and Mrs. North, then leave. They say the Salem PD or Agent Spector concurred they didn’t have anything on Alex to convince them to do anything about him. Hope tries to stop John.

Marlena calmly tries to convince Alex she loves John and wants to return. She feels strongly that she belongs with John as he whips out ANOTHER syringe and she tells him NO MORE NEEDLES. As calmly as ordering a steak dinner, he tells her she leaves him no other choice. He puts it back anyway, knowing John is on to him in that respect. He steps closer and tells her she loves him..she doesn’t know why, but agrees as she plays with her necklace. She assures Alex that John is only concerned, not stalking her. Alex tries to convince her he gave her the drugs as he wanted her only for himself…but to be sure that if he can’t have her…no one else ever will. She begs him not to do this and worried he’d have to go to prison. He takes her hand and asks if that means they’d have a chance. He calmly tells her that he can’t lose her to John and she’ll have to die. Uh oh. They struggle and she slaps him She falls down and remembers how he slapped her on their first honeymoon and (flashback of scene with Lois where she saw the picture of her bruised face), realizes it is true. They struggle more as he is angry she hit him and she screams as he tries to push her over the cliff.

John arrives as Alex is struggling with Marlena. Marlena gets loose and rushes towards John as Alex pulls out his gun. John twists Alex’s arm away and punches Alex, who drops the gun and falls to the ground. Marlena rushes into John’s arms (get the gun first John!) Marlena doesn’t know why she still feels something for Alex and John asks about the pendant. She tells him Alex gave it to her and John rips it off and tosses it over the cliff. They kiss and of course Alex comes to (stupid stupid stupid…a trained ISA agent would secure the scene first). Alex sees the gun on the ground. Marlena sees Alex going for it and warns John. He tells Alex to give it up, it’s too late. Alex says no it’s not and now he can kill both of them as both men struggle for the gun as the previews roll….

Mimi to Sami: Sami, I don’t even like you. Why would you even care?
Sami tells Mimi she knows that she has a big juicy secret and maybe they can help each other…

Bo (on a plane) calls someone to say Hope’s in trouble and in danger with Lockhart. We see Billie on the other end as the call gets broken up.

Jennifer (holding JJ) is with Frankie as they tell Maggie and Alice that she and Frankie are getting married. The two women are happy for them.

Jack (in hospital bed) says to himself: I know I arranged for you and Frankie to fall in love, but you’re my wife and they’re my kids and dammit, I’m going home….

As the credits roll…
Linda

Episode # 10319; Tape Date: 4/25/06; Air Date: 5/22/06; Director: Roger Inman

Summary: Meddling mothers-in-law, angels, devils, clowns and talking dogs…all the stuff “May sweeps” are made of in Reily-Land.

At the Carver House…there is a replay of Kate questioning Lexie about what Sami is up to. Lexie denies that there is anything going on but Kate keeps on, telling Lexie she can help her with Sami. Lexie swears there is nothing going on and that she is on edge because of her cancer scare. Kate reminds her she had one as well. Kate refuses to give up and tells Lexie she has defeated Sami before and can help her do it as well…IF they work together. Lexie is on the verge of telling her when Abe walks in asking what is going on. Kate tells him they were discussing Lexie’s cancer scare. Lexie thanks her for stopping by and politely asks her to leave, as Kate hands her a business card, telling her to call her if she wants to talk. After she leaves, Lexie tells him she is ready for some alone time (seems Tek left as well out the back). Abe tells her that Clarence the Clown called and he can entertain at Theo’s party after all, since he had a last minute cancellation. But Abe is upset as to the reason WHY there was a cancellation. He tells her that Clarence can now make it because another kid’s parents are divorcing and the party was to be on the day of the custody hearing. (That clown sure does go into detail about all this, huh?) This leads to a conversation about parents fighting over custody and Abe says that Clarence told him that the husband had hired a private detective and found out the wife was having an affair. Abe preaches about how wrong that was and how the children are the ones that suffer, pouring the guilt on extra thick. Finally, he says enough gloom and doom talk and says how the party will be great. Lexie says that being happy is the most important thing. They hug as she eyes the card that Kate gave her.

At Lucas’s Apartment…Sami thinks that breaking the bottle is a bad omen, but Will explains that in Sami’s case it’s not an omen, but bad karma. (It seems they are studying this in school?...since when?) As they clean up the mess, Will explains about it, but Austin says it was just an accident…that’s all. Carrie says, besides, Sami hasn’t done anything bad…as we see a long series of flashbacks of working with Alex and blackmailing Lexie. Sami swears she hasn’t done anything, but Lucas says he recognizes that look on her face and is sure she has. Austin takes of for Sami as Lucas rattles on about Sami being suspicious and her belief in horoscopes. Sami has heard enough, but Will says they have to admit, she has had her share of bad luck. Lucas says she creates her own bad luck…something bad happens to her and she retaliates only making it worse. He says it will never end for her. He pulls Carrie aside, sure that Sami is up to something (and it is huge this time) but Carrie defends her, talking about how great Sami has been to her since she came back. Austin tells Will that no matter what, he and Sami are marrying and Will says he is okay with that, but look how bad it turned out before. He doesn’t think they will marry. Sami is staring in a mirror now and an angel appears on her shoulder, chastising her for what she has done, telling her that her bad karma will do her in. Austin tries to assure Will that Sami is just excited because she is getting what she always wanted…a real family. But Will says he will believe it when he sees it. Carrie wishes that Lucas wouldn’t think the worst of Sami but he knows she has some scheme going on and will be exposed yet again. Sami talks to her angel who tells her if Lexie dies, it will be on her head. A devil appears on the other shoulder, telling her that she has to look out for number one, that is all that is important. If something happens to Lexie it’s not her fault. Sami fears that she will pay for what she has done…as the angel begs her to change her ways…no sin ever goes unpunished.

At Shawn & Mimi’s…they return home to find Philip, Belle and Clarie in the hall asking how it went. Mimi doesn’t really want to talk about it so they all go inside, as Belle asks if she is okay. Mimi says everything went fine, but it was weird. Bonnie and Max (the dog) come by with her asking if she is going to be a grandma. Mimi informs her it will be a while before they know, but everything went okay and maybe they will be parent soon. We then hear Max’s voice saying that will be just GREAT…now he will have to fight harder for attention. (rolling eyes here). Bonnie says she cannot wait to spoil the baby…as Max bolts. Bonnie pats him on the head saying that Shawn is already a parent, he just doesn’t know it and Max thinks humans are just like rabbits. Belle asks Mimi about names and rattles on and on about how she and Shawn had picked out names for their kids. Mimi says she likes Scott for a boy and SURPRISE, Belle says that is one the names she and Shawn liked as well. Mimi has heard enough and excuses herself. Bonnie pulls her aside and tries to calm her down, but Mimi is sure that if this procedure fails, it is all her fault for keeping the truth from Shawn. Kate shows up, saying she was there to visit Belle and Philip but they weren’t home. Philip tells her that Shawn and Mimi are trying to conceive (why not just put up a billboard?) Kate tells her if she can help, just let her know, since she went through the same thing herself. She tells them all about Carrie being pregnant (see?...telephone, telegraph…tell Kate!) Then she goes on to tell them that somehow Sami has conned Austin into proposing to her as well. But she vows she will put a stop to that. Belle defends Sami as Kate bashes her. Belle says that Sami is her sister and she loves her, even though she has done some terrible things. They bring up how Sami lied to Austin before about being Will’s father and Philip talks about lying when it comes to children’s paternity and how bad that is. Mimi keeps an eye on Shawn (who is watching Clarie) and is sure that he will realize she is his child. Bonnie drags Mimi out into the hall as she is in panic mode. She tells her she will keep her mouth shut and Shawn will never know…unless Mimi has a death wish.

On Morgan Island…There is a replay of Hope walking up as Patrick holds John at gunpoint. She rushes him and the shot misses its target. At the same time, Marlena has jumped in front of John to protect him. Alex asks her what she is doing and she says protecting the man she loves. John says that Marlena doesn’t love Alex…he is a lying son of a bitch. Hope asks Patrick what is going on and he says he can explain. Marlena is confused and disoriented because (she says) of the shot John gave her. Alex is furious to hear this but Marlena says he was only trying to help her. Alex wants to take her to the hospital but she refuses. He tells everyone that John also gave Lois an injection and caused her to kill herself. Hope demands to know from Patrick what is going on and she says that Bo was right all along about him. John is trying to convince Marlena that Alex has been controlling her all along. She asks if it is true that John gave Lois an injection that caused her to commit suicide. He says the shot he gave her was harmless…it was Alex who killed her, as Alex denies it, saying he was cleared. Hope defends John but he says that John tried to shoot him at the wedding. He swears he loves Marlena and would never hurt her. John says that Alex has a hold on her but Alex says she loves him. The cops arrive (they heard gunshots) and want to know what is going on. Everyone babbles, but they only trust Patrick’s version of the truth. He tells them that Alex and Marlena are married and that John came to the island to steal her away. They are ready to arrest John as Hope continues to defend him. The cops believe Patrick’s story and Alex wants to take Marlena to the hospital to be checked out and she goes with him. The cops cuff John as Hope is blasting Partick for helping Alex. She asks him if he was really going to shoot John as he looks at her and says “yea”…freeze on Hope and Patrick…as the previews show…

Billie (to Bo): are you okay? (Bo): I miss my son…I miss my wife…

Patrick (to Hope): Listen to me…I do care about you…more than you will ever know…

John (to Alex, as Marlena stands by): Give it up North…it’s over. (Alex): Now I can kill both of you…

Sami (to Bonnie): Mimi is in confession right now?...What has she done now?...

Priest (to Mimi): You and Shawn are NOT husband and wife as Mimi gasps…

And the credits roll…
Laney

Episode: 10318
Directed by: Roger Inman
Tape Date: 4/24/06

Welcome to Babies of Our Lives as everyone in Salem is talking about getting or being pregnant….while our Morgan Islanders play hide and seek.

AT THE HOSPITAL
Mimi and Shawn arrive at the hospital for their first in vitro appointment (what’s the big rush, can’t they even celebrate their first month anniversary without being pregnant?) The in vitro is done quickly while Shawn stands next to her. The doctor assures them the hormone shots worked and tests showed 5 folicles. Mimi has second thoughts, worried about multiple births and are they ready? Shawn keeps reassuring her and asking her not to have negative thoughts. He’s handed the plastic bottle saying it’s time for him to do his part as Mimi snickers. Later it’s all over as the doctor tells them they should know the results in 18 hrs. She was only able to harvest one egg, so the odds aren’t great. Mimi and Shawn stare into the microscope at their possible baby to be. (ah, isn’t this romantic?)

CARVER HOME
Apparently it’s dinnertime as Lexie arrives home to find Abe’s home with her favorite dinner (crab cakes and wine). He has candles lit on the set table and tells Lexie he wants a fresh start for them tonight. He knows she’s trying to eliminate stress in her life and realizes all or most of that is because of him. She remembers Sami’s threat to expose her infidelity with Tek and tells Abe it’s not his fault. Abe appreciates that and knows his impotence affects both of them and it’s not fair. He wants her to know how much he loves her. Theo walks in (about 5 years old now) and says they really love each other. He has a book called Eddie has a Baby Brother and asks if he can have one too. Change of subject as Abe says he has to finish dinner and Lexie puts Theo to bed. Later Abe regrets not being able to give Theo a baby brother and Lexie assures him it’s not a problem. She’s too busy at work and Theo wouldn’t want to share his family/toys, yada yada. Abe says he would understand if she wanted a divorce. Ding dong..any guesses? It’s Tek with some case files for Abe. Lexie asks if it can’t wait until tomorrow, but Tek (and Abe) says it’s okay. Abe’s timer dings in the kitchen and he excuses himself as Tek starts in on Lexie the second Abe’s out of the room. (yawn) Ding dong..it’s Kate asking to speak privately with Lexie. Abe and Tek step into the kitchen to finish their talk while the crab cakes petrify in the oven. Lexie asks Kate if she’s ill and Kate bluntly asks her what Sami has on her or what she has on Sami. Lexie shrugs it off as she doesn’t like Sami, that’s all. Kate won’t give up and offers to help Lexie, saying she’s more motivated than ever now. She won’t let Sami ruin Austin’s life again. She will find out what Sami has on her and it would be easier if she just tell her now.

AT THE APARTMENTS
Sami brags about not doing anything to make this engagement with Austin happen and Kate explodes with fury. Sami tells Kate she’s not leaving the apartment or drinking anything Kate gives her the night before her wedding. Lucas, Carrie and Austin all defend Sami to Kate, who insists they’re all insane. Will walks in and says he could hear the loud voices all the way from Sami’s apartment and asks “what the hell is going on?”.
Lucas calls Will on his language and Kate says that’s where they all are anyway. Will is happy to hear about Austin and Sami’s engagement and says it’s the next best thing to his mom and dad getting married, hoping they understand. We’re all one big happy family who settles for second best as they all agree (except Kate). Will asks his grandmother not to mess this, up like she did his parents and they all stare at Kate saying the same. Austin assures Will this wedding will happen as Sami remembers her conversation with Lexie saying she’d like Lucas back, but will take second best, Austin. Lucas threatens Kate that they’ll all refuse to have anything to do with her again if she persists. Lucas and Carrie tell Will about their baby and he’s excited to have a new baby brother/sister. He suggests Sami (and Austin) hurry up and have one too as they both laughingly admit wanting a baby too. Lucas suggests Kate leave as she’s putting some negativity on all their happiness and admitting she’s feeling physically ill from all this (you ain’t the only one sister), leaves. In the hallway she warns Lucas that she’s going to get behind Sami’s evil doings and remembers how Lucas had mentioned feeling Sami and Lexie were up to something. He regrets telling her that and steps back inside. Sami thanks them all for giving her another chance and struggles opening up the champagne. She finally opens it and has a problem and breaks a mirror in the process. Panicing about years of bad luck, she worries her life will never be happy again.

MORGAN ISLAND
Hope calmly tells Alex she’s glad Marlena’s with her real husband. Alex tells Patrick they have to find Marlena before that maniac does something to her. Hope rushes up and insists Patrick not do anything to help Alex. Hope and Alex debate whether John is dangerous as Alex cites examples about Lois and what happened at the church. Alex tells Patrick to call Roman (yeah, he’d love that as there’s an APB out on ya bud) and he’ll confirm that. Patrick asks Hope if she knows where John and Marlena are and she mentions hearing the ocean in the background (hmm, they are on an island..what are the chances of that?)…but for him not to tell Alex. Guess who’s standing 5 ft. away (some law enforcement background Hope) and overhears? Alex rushes off with Patrick and Hope in his wake.

A replay of John injecting the antidote into Marlena’s side as she remembers being happy with John. They kiss and exchange I love yous . Hope calls to warn John that Alex (and Patrick) are looking for them and for the upteenth time, John calmly assures Hope he’ll kill Alex if he comes near Marlena again. Marlena is worried as she’s married to Alex and feels she owes Alex a goodbye. Alex arrives with a gun saying they’re not going anywhere. Pointing the gun at John with Marlena urging him not to shoot, Patrick rushes up. He hands the gun to Patrick and tells him to do what he paid him to do. Hope rushes up and says Bo was right all along as Patrick pauses when the previews roll (sorry…the suspense is more boring than thrilling to me with all this)….

ABE to LEXIE: I’m feeling a little guilty.
LEXIE: About what?
ABE: Capitalizing on somebody elses misfortune.

BONNIE to Mimi: So, have you picked out any baby names yet?
MIMI: No, not really.
BELLE (Philip and Claire are on the couch next to her): Oh come on, Shawn and I had a bunch of baby names picked out when we were dating.

WILL to AUSTIN: She’s walked down the aisle a ton of times but never made it to the honeymoon. What makes you think this time will be different?

LUCAS to SAMI: Why don’t you create some good karma for yourself Sami and tell us all what you’re up to?

As the credits roll..
Linda

Episode # 10317; Tape Date: 4/26/06; Air Date: 5/18/06; Director: Phil Sogard

Summary: At Victor’s birthday party, Frankie proposes to Jen…Jack gets some bad news…Kate is shocked, then thrilled to learn of Lucas & Carrie’s news…but you can only imagine how distraught she is to learn of Austin & Sami’s news…and the always-in-tune Chelsea picks up on a few tid-bits that she may be able to use to her advantage.

At the Garage…Mimi arrives as she tells Shawn about the gift she got for Victor. He tells her about his invention and they are sure it will be a success. She is sure that things are going their way and tells him that Lexie says it is almost time for them to conceive. Shawn changes so they can go to the party as Mimi and Chelsea chat, Chelsea upset because she is sure that Shawn will never forgive her. Mimi tells her about her abortion and how she lied and Rex never forgave her. She tells her that she has done bad things and always ended up being punished for them. Chelsea asks Mimi to try and help her smooth things over with Shawn and Mimi says no promises, but she will try. After Chelsea walks off, Mimi mumbles to herself about all of her “sins”, as Chelsea overhears her, wondering what other secrets Mimi is guilty over and how she can use that to her advantage.

At the Pub…Jen tells Frankie that she wants to be married. He kisses her and accepts. They tell Shawn and Caroline, who are thrilled for them. She says she falls that somewhere Jack is happy for them as well. Philip arrives with a surprised Victor, as Philip explains that Claire wasn’t feeling well so Belle stayed at home with her. Caroline explains that Bo can’t be there either because of work. They explain that the party was Pop-Shawn’s idea and he says it is a thank you to Victor for saving Caroline’s life. Jen is crying happy tears and tells Frankie that she loves him and that this is what Jack wanted for them. Frankie asks if she is sure she isn’t rushing into it…he doesn’t want this only because it is what Jack wanted. Shawn, Mimi, Chelsea & Max all arrive. Max and Chelsea talk about Bo not being there and going after Patrick, Mimi’s brother. Later, we learn that Victor has agreed to back Shawn’s invention as the thanks him. Philip talks about Shawn and Mimi trying to get pregnant and how Claire will have an almost-brother or sister. But Victor knows the truth and to himself says that it WILL be her sibling. (as he and Mimi share a strange look…does Mimi know that he knows?) Jen tells Frankie that she will always love Jack, but he is gone…it may be what Jack wanted, but is also what SHE wants…to share her life with him. Frankie talks of how he always admired her from afar and that is why he stayed away. He tells her he does love her with all his heart and promises to be a good husband as well as father. He takes out the crocheted ring (that he borrowed from Pop) and officially proposes to her and she accepts, as everyone applauds. Victor sees Chelsea standing back and tells her that he knows how it feels to be the black sheep of the family…he has had that feeling as well…like when he came between Caroline and Shawn. He tells her that Bo was a bit of one himself when he was younger. They talk about Bo growing up not knowing that Victor was his father and the affect it had on him. Chelsea says she doesn’t think that Bo was treated the same as his brothers and sisters and Victor says maybe she is right and blurts out that he is worried about Claire as well. Chelsea’s ears perk up and she asks him what he meant. Victor covers and says he is only worried about her because she is sick. But she is sure that there is more to it. Shawn tells Mimi that he is happy, they are getting everything they wanted as Mimi worries about him learning the truth about Claire. Pop makes a toast to Frankie and Jen and wishes them well. Jen can’t wait to share the news with Abby and is sure that they will all have a great future.

In the Hospital…the doctor tells him that there may be a cure. He tells him of an experimental treatment that may save him, but Jack doesn’t want to take the chance and says he is ready to die. He tells the doctor about how he set things in motion before he went away. The doctor asks him what if he lives…does he want his wife with another man. Jack tells him that he has been kicked in the teeth too many times already and that he is sure that Frankie and Jen have moved on, he even gave them his blessing. He can’t go back now, he wouldn’t do that to her…he wants her to be happy. Later, the doctor and nurse are going over Jack’s file and the doctor tells him that after careful study, he realizes that he is not a candidate for this treatment afterall. Jack is okay with it and tells him that he wants to die there…to die alone. The doctor promises him that they will make him as comfortable as possible.

At Lucas’s Apartment…Kate shows up to talk about wedding dresses for Carrie and they tell her the news of being pregnant. She is shocked and thrilled for them. She asks about Austin’s reaction and they tell her that he and Sami are on the roof. Lucas tells her that they are both happy for them, but Kate finds that hard to swallow. They inform her that Austin and Sami are dating and that doesn’t exactly thrill her. They also tell her about Sami accepting Austin’s non-proposal and she is sure that Sami is up to something. She wants to get up to the roof to stop her.

Up on the Roof…Sami turns on the poor-me routine about always being the second choice and tells Austin she is cutting him loose and is moving on. She tells him that she has always loved him, but she can’t wait on him to get over Carrie…she can only walk away. She says she deserves someone who wants HER. She talks about how she loves Will and wants more kids as well and she knows that she is not the woman that Austin wants. She kisses him and goes to leave, but he stops her. He agrees that he has been treating her badly and apologizes and says she deserves better. They talk about him being in love with Carrie and Austin says that he knows she loves Lucas too. But now (with her pregnant with Lucas’s child) he knows it is over and he can’t fight it anymore…he has to give up on her. Sami says she loves Austin and it hurts too much knowing that he doesn’t love her as well and her heart can’t take it. She tells him he needs to move out of her apartment, for she can’t be around him so much. She goes to leave again and again, he stops her. He starts babbling about the rocky past they have shared, but points out they have had some good times as well. He says she has been an important part of his life and he can’t lose her…he does love her and knows that she loves him as well. He says there is a lot in their past but they can overcome it. He drops to one knee and asks her to marry him.

Back downstairs, Kate is ready to charge up to the roof to see what Sami is up to when Lucas proposes a toast. Austin comes in and says they need 2 more glasses…as he announces that Sami is his fiancé. Kate goes ballistic, calling Austin insane. She vows that this will never happen, no way is going to marry Sami…as Sami glares at her…and the previews show…

Mimi (to Shawn): You were there for me during my egg harvesting…do you want me to be there for you?...(Shawn): Uh, no…thank you…

Tek (to Lexie): You don’t deserve this Lexie…and Abe doesn’t deserve a woman like you…

Lucas (to Kate): I want you to knock this off Mom, or else…Austin, Carrie, Will and I won’t have anything to do with you ever again…

Hope (to Patrick, while he is holding John at gunpoint): What are you doing?...(Alex): He is doing what I paid him to do…(Hope): Oh my God…I was wrong about you all along…

And the credits roll…
Laney

Episode #10316
Tape date 4/19
Director – Albert Alarr

Days continues to crawl along at a snail’s pace, though some progress is being made. John finally gets through to Marlena, while Sami gets an abrupt awakening, as Chelsea attempts to find a way to keep Shawn from learning her trial date has been moved up.

AT THE GARAGE, Chelsea pops in with a surprise for Max. She has had the designers at Basic Black whip up race team jackets, a perk having her grandmother as boss there. (does this mean she actually DOES go to work there, lolol). She even had one made for herself, which says Max Brady’s #1 Fan on the back. Shawn comes in, not pleased to see her, and says she doesn’t even deserve to have the Brady name. He blows up, promising she will get what she deserves at her trial in a month. To herself, Chelsea vows that Shawn must not find out the trial date has been moved up. Max steps in, talking to Shawn about Chelsea being his half-sister, how the Brady’s have been taught to forgive, and that what Bo did was his doing, not Chelsea’s, so don’t blame her. He reminds Shawn that Chelsea only took her eye off the road for an instant, and that was not as bad as driving drunk, that Shawn himself could have killed someone when he went thru the church window, etc. etc.

Shawn tells Max he has been working on something, takes him over to the race car, and shows him some gimmick he attached to carburetor, more air intake, thus boosting power. Max is impressed, knows that when the other car owners hear about it, they will all want it. Shawn wants Max as a partner, saying he can get Victor to come up with start up money. Eavesdropping Chelsea wants none of that, and tries to convince Max to fire Shawn. She pulls out the “you think more of Shawn & making money than me” card, but Max tells her she has to talk to Shawn. She agrees, and begins by saying how she loved Zack from the minute she saw him……but Shawn interrupts, asking her exactly how many times she DID see him…..2, maybe 3? He tells her she has to pay for what she did, and both he & his mom will be making Victim Statements at her sentencing

ON MORGAN ISLAND, Patrick & Hope are dancing and talking about John, Marlena & Alex. Meanwhile, Alex is dancing with Marlena, telling her how sorry he is John finding them. Marlena is very happy, and is not going to let John spoil their honeymoon. Hope wonders what Patrick knows about Alex. He flashes back to making the deal with Alex to do away with John, but then drops some psychobabble onto Hope about how she is transferring her anxiety about her marriage onto John & Marlena. Later, Hope talks to John, offers to help. He asks her to keep Alex occupied, and goes to ask Marlena for one last dance. She is reluctant, but agrees. Alex tells Patrick he has to take out John NOW. Hope joins them, Patrick leaves, and she gets Alex to go to the gambling tables. As John dances with Marlena, he asks if she remembers the music, it was “their song”. She does not remember, of course. They walk off the floor, and as John stands behind her, he pulls out a hypodermic and injects her in the waist area. (o.k. what is with all these hypos being injected through clothing??? Egads, we all get the area where we are getting a shot cleaned with alcohol or disinfectant….but not our Salemites. ) She murmurs, asking what he has done, and he tells her that Alex has been drugging her, but he has given her the antidote (HOW does he know WHAT Alex was using?). Memories begin to come back to Marlena, as we see flashbacks of a few times together. She tells him she remembers, and knows how very much she loves him. Both are in tears as they embrace. She asks him to take her away and they hurry off. Alex was very lucky at the tables, but has decided to quit while ahead, and comes out with Hope, and is not happy at Marlena being gone. He finds Patrick, says they have to go after John, and asks him to get his gun.

UP ON THE ROOF, Sami, impatient as always, accepts the proposal Austin did NOT make, and is all excited. Lucas & Carrie offer congratulations, as Sami goes on and on about double wedding, same guests, etc. Austin finally bursts her bubble, telling her he did NOT propose, he has told her often enough that he wanted to take it slow, and that he is not ready to commit to anyone. Sami is devastated. Carrie & Lucas suggest they leave, Austin is grateful. She spots carved initials on the door from her & Austin, flashing back to an earlier time of them kissing. Lucas gets out his trusty boy scout knife, and carves THEIR initials in the door now, and they leave. Austin is trying to smoothe things with Sami but she is very upset. She beats herself up, wailing about how things never go right for her, and they both get into a screaming match, with Austin yelling loudly that yes, he still loves Carrie. She mentions how he asked her once before to marry him, and he yells back that it was HER fault that did not work out, HER lies, HER deceptions and she has to take responsibility. Sami flashes back to blackmailing Lexie. Meanwhile, Lucas & Carrie get to the apartment, where he has a surprise for her, a big basket of baby toys is sitting there, courtesy of Eugenia. Carrie is delighted, loves surprises, hopes her home pregnancy test was correct, and that baby is healthy. She reminds him that Will must be included on everything, as she remembers how life was for her when her father was starting a new family. Meanwhile, Austin has apologized, but Sami is still angry. She issues her ultimatum. She is not going to wait around til she is 50 or 60 for Austin to decide he can move on without Carrie. She HAS to move on with her life, and tells him to move out, and she means it. And the previews show……

Frankie: I’m officially the happiest man alive
Jennifer: I think somewhere Jack is really happy for us, too.

Jack to Dr. Butler: are you saying I might not be dying after all? (Jack, Jack, Jack, you believed Dr. Know All, Lexie?)

Mimi: Lexie said it’s about time for us to conceive
Shawn: WOW

Sami to Austin: I’m moving on with my life without you

Barb

DIRECTED BY: Roger Inman
TAPE DATE: 4/24/06
EPISODE: 10,315

Another snoozer with rehashed conversations with the apartment dwellers and the islanders, Bo's depression and Frankie's frustration.

ON THE ROOF
Lucas brings Carrie, Austin and Sami upstairs to the rooftop to celebrate Carrie’s pregnancy. He lights up the rooftop mini lights to show a table set for 4 and Carrie’s thrilled while Austin and Sami jealous. Lucas pours a non-alcoholic drink for a toast and toasts the mother of his child in front of his ex wife and Carrie’s ex husband..both of whom still love them (dumb). The two couples dance. Austin admits being jealous of Carrie’s having Lucas’ baby. He’s more jealous of the baby part as he really wants a family.

Carrie tells Lucas she is surprised she is pregnant so fast, but knows they hadn’t taken precautions (being she was so undecisive, that was REALLY irresponsible). His cell rings and he changed his ring tone just for her. He dashes downstairs to get the food that’s being delivered.

Sami is surprised that Austin’s giving her another chance after all she’s done (you’re not alone). All Austin wants is to be the dad he never had. Sami says he just needs the right woman to do that with. Carrie asks if she can cut in. Austin, like us, is surprised she cut in and wants to celebrate with them at all. Flash back of Lexie’s warning about having children with Austin as he comments how he wanted kids and with her. She wants him to be happy and knows he will be…maybe sooner than he thinks. Lucas returns with a bag of food and Sami helps him, saying she’s happy for him and Carrie. One day she wants another baby too and Lucas wishes her the best. They distribute the food and Austin says there’s something he wants to talk to Sami about it private. Privately he tells Sami before Carrie cut in, they were talking about all he needs is the right woman and Sami interrupts, asking if he’s proposing.

THE PUB
Frankie visits Ma at the pub. He tells her how doing his job and using the best defense he can is going to hurt someone he loves, Bo. He can’t tell her what he’s referring to being Chelsea’s his client. On her own she knows Hope’s testimony would make matters worse and he agrees to that. He hates this part of his job as Caroline does her best to support him. She says Hope told her not to meddle. Frankie asks about the decorations and Caroline says it’s Victor’s birthday and they’re throwing him a party. Frankie asks if Pop knows about this and Pop Shawn joins them, saying it was his idea. He knows Victor was responsible for Caroline’s being there today. Jennifer joins them and Ma and Pop are happy to see them spending time together. They finish decorating as Jennifer tells Frankie she doesn’t want to be just lovers, but husband and wife. They kiss.

BRADY HOME
Bo comes home and finds a purse on the couch. He calls upstairs hoping that Hope’s returned, but Jennifer comes down with a box of Zack’s things. She tells him Hope asked her to collect them and had said she’d tell Bo about it. He hadn’t heard and objects, saying Zack was his son as well and he’s still grieving. Bo looks at the items and breaks down, saying it reminds him of what he’s lost, including Hope to Lockhart. He tells Jen that Hope is sleeping with Patrick. He got Hope’s number from Ma and about his conversation with Hope. In a rage he asks how she could do that? Jen says maybe because Hope knew he had moved on with Billie. Surprised at that, Jen doesn’t go into it and leaves when Bo said he’d clean up what he broke. He remembers a happier time with Hope when he says he’s the luckiest man in the world and back to present, knew it was true. He asks how this could happen to his family as he goes upstairs as we cut away to a family group picture.

MORGAN ISLAND
We return to Marlena defending her husband Alex. Patrick warns John to stay away from Alex, which surprises Hope. John doesn’t budge and Patrick explains John hasn’t been thrown out already because he waved the guards off. John tells Hope about the APB for Patrick and threatens to call Bo to report where Hope and Patrick are. Hope won’t let him. Patrick steps away and John and Hope talk quietly as Hope explains Patrick’s been a complete gentleman and reminds John how he saved them on Tony’s island. John says there’s something about Patrick he doesn’t like. John tries to tells Hope he’s spent a lot of time with Bo and Billie’s not in the picture. Hope says she knows different.

Alone with Alex, Marlena suggests they go to another island, but Alex knows John is ISA and would find them. Marlena oohs and ahhs over a Morgan Island Mai Tai as Patrick pops up in the bushes. Alex joins him and Patrick agrees they need to get rid of John Black ASAP. Patrick suggests Alex and Marlena slip away during the night, but Alex said that would be a temp fix. He’s concerned with Marlena’s behavior and Alex tries to explain it, but Patrick doesn’t buy it. He tells Patrick that he came back to Salem a changed man and what he wants Patrick to do.

HOSPITAL
We see Jack holding his locket with Jen’s picture in it. The doctor and nurse see it and comment on it. The doctor knows of a new procedure that might help their patient. The nurse asks if this patient has any future and he takes her outside the room to talk. Jack wakens and says Jennifer’s name as the previews roll...

SHAWN TO CHELSEA:
That’s why we’re going to be at your trial every day and we’re going to see that you’re sent away for as long as the law will allow.

AUSTIN TO SAMI: We have to talk
SAMI (not looking very happy): Oh, my favorite four words.

CARRIE TO LUCAS:
I wish everyone could be this happy

JOHN pressing something in MARLENA’S waist as she asks what he did and he replies it’s okay.

HOPE TO PATRICK: Do you know something about Alex that you’re not telling me?

As the credits roll
Linda

Episode # 10314
Tape Date: 4/19/06
Air Date: 5/15/06
Director: Jim Baffico

Summary: Hope and John compare notes on Marlena…Carrie drops a bomb for her lover, ex-lover and sister…Bo decides not to call Hope about the court date, much to Chelesa’s delight and Frankie’s dismay…Maggie offers advice for Jennifer…as someone from her past comes back to life.

At the Pub…Jen is there waiting on Maggie and Alice as she has flashbacks of her horizontal tango with Frankie. Maggie arrives, explaining that Alice couldn’t come because of her quilting bee. They talk about Jennifer’s feelings for Frankie, but Maggie doesn’t understand the problem. Jen tells her that they went the next step but Maggie isn’t really that surprised about it. But Jen says now she is getting cold feet. Maggie tells her that is completely normal to feel that way. They talk about her missing Jack and how Jen feels she is moving too fast. She tells Maggie about Abby walking in on them and how guilty Jen felt about it, like she is letting Jack and her children down. Maggie tells her she went through the same thing and goes on to tell about once Mickey went on a business trip and his plane crashed and everyone thought he had died. She goes on to tell about how she and Mickey’s law partner (Don Craig) got close…yes they actually mention his name…I guess he really did exist! LOL. She says that Sarah and Melissa were young and they got closer and fell in love, even though she felt guilty as well. She says she got advice and support from a very wise woman. Jen asks who that was and they both turn to see Alice (now in the pub) and smile at her. When it comes back, Alice is now sitting with them. Jen tells her about Maggie sharing her advice with her as Alice chuckles and says maybe she WAS wise back in those days. Alice says that Maggie is right…Jack’s memory shouldn’t stop Jen from falling in love again and they both agree that she shouldn’t let Frankie get away. Jen thanks them for their advice, but she has to rush off to pick up Jack, Jr. After she leaves, Alice reminds Maggie that Mickey came back. Maggie says maybe that wasn’t the best example to use…but at least Jen will not have to deal with that. Cut to a hospital setting as we see a pair of hands holding the locket with Jen & the kids pictures in it. A nurse walks in and shines a flashlight in Jack’s eyes…as the music swells.

Over at Billie’s…Chelsea arrives to meet with Billie, Frankie and Bo about her trial. Billie worries about Chelsea’s court date being moved up as Bo frets about not calling and telling Hope. They tell Chelsea about the date change and she frets she will be going to prison. Frankie admits it will be difficult to get her off the hook, especially if Hope testifies. Billie explains that they aren’t telling Hope but Frankie tells Bo that is a mistake. Bo tells him it is none of his business and Frankie takes him outside to talk. Bo tries to justify his actions, telling Frankie that he talked to Hope and knows that she is sleeping with Patrick. He tells Frankie their marriage is over, even though Frankie advises him not to give up on her. Frankie has flashbacks of Chelsea telling him what she did to break them up and he looks as if he wants to tell Bo, but doesn’t. Inside, Chelsea thanks Billie for them for lying to Hope, but Billie (trying to ease her conscience) says they didn’t lie, besides it’s the DA’s job to tell her…they can’t help that he doesn’t know how to find her. Chelsea says this may keep her out of prison and they hug. Billie says she shouldn’t be over-confident, but Chelsea says with Hope out of the picture, it sure makes it better for her. Outside, Bo is adamant that he is NOT telling Hope. Frankie says it is true, if Hope is there, it will hurt Chelsea, but she still needs to know, but Bo won’t budge. He says if he called Hope, she wouldn’t listen to him anyway. She made it clear she doesn’t want to talk to him, so he is just abiding by her wishes. Bo goes is as Chelsea comes out. Frankie asks her if she were in Hope’s shoes wouldn’t she want to be at the trial. He tells her that Hope needs closure. Chelsea says she feels for Hope, but she will only try to get her to be sentenced to prison, and Zack wouldn’t want that.

On Morgan Island…John is in the casino looking for Marlena. Outside, Marlena assures Hope that she is fine, but Hope can see that something is off-kilter. Alex tells Patrick that he is to kill John. John walks out of the casino sand sees them sitting at a table and goes over. Marlena asks why he is there as John says “ask Alex…he wanted me here”. Of course Mr. Slimey denies it as Hope takes it all in. John asks Hope why is SHE there and then goes on to explain about how he put a tracking device on the plane, but Alex disabled it, as Alex calls him a stalker. He then goes on to explain how Alex was using the real estate agent to find them. Alex finally admits to it as Marlena asks Alex why he is baiting John. Alex spins a web of lies to get out of it as a skeptical Hope listens. Alex says the realtor called him and told him that John was trying to buy the penthouse and John traced the call. John admits to that, but says that Alex left out a few details. He tells that Alex called HIM…and yes he did record the conversation…and then goes on to explain that Alex put Marlena’s home and all her possessions up for sale (shocking Marlena a bit to hear this). But Alex says all that was Marlena’s idea (and she doesn’t know any better) as he blames it all on the amnesia. John also goes on to tell them about the conversation between Marlena and Kate before her wedding. Of course Alex says that Marlena doesn’t remember that either. But John says she lost her MEMORY…did she lose her voice as well? He wants to hear from her…but she backs up Alex’s story.

Hope sees that John is getting more upset by the second, so she pulls him aside to calm him down and they go into the casino. John asks her why she is there with Patrick, but she says she will explain later. Right now it is about Alex and Marlena and warns him to calm down or he will make thinks worse. Marlena leaves the table to go to the ladies room as Alex tells Patrick his plans have changed…John needs to be killed tonight. Hope tells John about her strange conversation with Marlena and how she feels that something is wrong with her. John is sure that he is either hypnotizing or drugging her. He knows Alex is up to something…as Marlena walks up and says he is right…Alex is responsible. Patrick tells Alex that killing John will not solve his problem but Alex says he isn’t paying him to think…but to do a job. Marlena tells John and Hope that she is happy and Alex is responsible for that. But John says she was happy before Alex came along and Hope backs him up. But Marlena says Alex loves her more. Outside, Patrick finally concedes and assures Alex that he is on his side…and the side of the money. John gets frustrated with Marlena’s behavior and she tells him that he is borderline psychotic and needs professional help. Alex walks up and concurs and tells him to just let her go…her destiny is with him. John explodes and attacks Alex as Marlena screams.

At Lucas’s…Carrie starts ripping up the sketches of wedding dresses and tells Lucas she needs to talk to him in private. They go to another room as Sami and Austin wonder what is going on. Carrie tells Lucas that after what she tells him, there may not be a wedding. Austin thinks that maybe Carrie is having second thoughts about marrying Lucas. After Carrie has told Lucas her news (we don’t hear), he is shocked and asks her if she is sure. Carrie says she has ruined everything but Lucas says no. Sami thinks that maybe she and Austin should leave, but Carrie and Lucas come back with something to tell them. Carrie drops the bomb, announcing that she is pregnant. Sami rushes over to hug her (with a troubled look on her face). She tells her it doesn’t ruin everything, they will just have to get married sooner. But Carrie wants a big wedding with everyone there…her mom, John, Marlena, Eric, Brady and Chloe. Sami doesn’t see the problem, but Carrie says that will all take planning. Sami says that is a cop-out and asks why she is stalling. Lucas says there will be a wedding, not to worry. Sami suggests they all go out and celebrate and Carrie thinks that is a good idea. Austin tells Carrie he is happy for her and she thanks him. Sami says “I am happy for all of us” (with a strange look on her face)…as the previews show…

John (to Hope): I should just call Bo and tell him where you are right now…(Hope): No you won’t do that…I won’t let you (as Patrick listens)…

Jen (to Frankie): I don’t want to be just lovers…I want to be husband and wife…(Frankie): What?...

Austin (to Sami): That is why I want to ask you something important…(Sami, excitedly): Oh my God…are you asking me to marry you?...

And the credits roll…
Laney

Episode: 10313, Directed by: Herb Stein. Tape Date: 4/17/06

Mimi gets a surprise, Marlena’s lifetime experiences of being manipulated haven’t taught her much as Alex remains in control; Chelsea’s court date is moved up and Will gives Sami another chance (yawn)

VIDEO ARCADE
Sami and Austin take Will to a video arcade as a reward for his good GPA. As usual, Will bad mouths his mom saying that he’s not a kid and his love can’t be bought. Austin tries to cheer up the mood as they give Will game money and Austin privately tells Sami he’ll do what he can with Will. He and Will chat while doing a driving arcade game as Will vents he’s upset his mother is lying to him. Austin wins the first game and Will focus’ the second time around on the same game and wins. Austin uses the second chance at the same game as an example of how Will should give his mom a second chance too as she watches nearby.

CARRIE AND LUCAS
Carrie and Lucas are making wedding plans, happy that Kate’s footing the bill. They talk about how wonderful his mom was for was paying for Mimi and Shawn’s wedding/honeymoon and they weren’t even related (guess your brother Philip is now Claire’s babysitter as we never see him or her much anymore) Carrie tells him about running into Mimi at the hospital and how she and Shawn were focusing on having a baby instead of their honeymoon. Carrie talks about Sami and how Sami still cares for Lucas and he for her. He says it didn’t work out for them as the feelings were too strong. She says that’s what her and Austin’s problem was too. They hug after agreeing how strong their feelings were for the other’s siblings (excuse me while I get a cup of coffee to clear my head on that comment), glad they have each other now. They find Austin had left them a voice mail. Carrie and Lucas join the others at the arcade and Lucas congratulates his son on his report card. Austin announces that Will’s made a decision and Will tells his dad that he’s decided to move back in with mom, at least part time. Lucas is okay with it and says he and Sami are okay too. He lets Will know that he’ll always have a room with him and Aunt Carrie too. Will gives Uncle Austin credit for the idea. Austin suggests that Will and Sami commemorate the occasion in the photo booth at the arcade. Carrie can tell Lucas is a little jealous and morose of how Sami and Will are bonding. They return to Lucas’ apartment and Will goes to pack some things. Kate’s sent over some preliminary bridal gown sketches that Carrie and Sami look at and know they’ve got the winning gown as Lucas and Austin chat. Carrie gets choked up and rushes out of the room. A few minutes later she returns and asks for the dress she liked and tears up the design, much to everyone’s shock. She says this just isn’t going to work. She looks at Lucas and Austin with tears in her eyes.

BRADY LOFT
Mimi is losing it, worried about what Shawn and Belle are doing in their loft. They walk in and find clothes trailed to the bedroom, overhearing him and Belle kidding in the bedroom. Mimi wants to flee while crying, but mama talks her into staying and catching Belle and Shawn in the act. Shawn, shirtless rushes out, as does Belle. Belle laughs they can explain, but Mimi is furious, saying it was inevitable and knew they’d find out eventually. Shawn asks find out what? Bonnie suggests they get dressed before talking and Shawn and Belle go to separate rooms, confused at their attitude. They return dressed and want to show Mimi what they’ve been up to. Mimi walks into the spare room and looks around. Laney was right on with his guess..Belle and Shawn were going to surprise Mimi with painting the nursery while she was gone. We see a replay of they arguing over who was going to paint the walls/trim and paint gets over each of them in the process of pulling on the paint tray (hello, it would help to at least to prep the walls and take down the curtains first?) Mimi is amazed and Bonnie comments she just dodged another heart attack. Belle knows exactly what’s going on and tells Mimi not to worry about it. She knows the hormone shots will affect her that way. Shawn feels bad how much Mimi is going through to have their baby and loves her.

COP SHOP
John’s using the Salem PD computer to make his plans to track Marlena. Frankie watches and warns John he’s falling into Alex’s trap. John grabs his coat and rushes off to head to the island, thanking Frankie for his help.

Bo tells Billie about Hope shacking up with Patrick, a wanted killer. When he finds that bastard, he’s dead (yawn…been there, done that). Billie clues him in that Hope made a decision to be with Patrick, she wasn’t forced into it. Bo tells her he didn’t get to tell Hope he was against the divorce as he honestly answered Hope’s question if he and Billie had slept together. He doesn’t understand how all this happened (oh, let us tell you the long, boring story Bo). Billie asks if his marriage is really over. Frankie returns with the news Chelsea’s court date has been moved up. Frankie tells Bo it’s up to him if he wants Hope to know about it as she could have a big impact on the verdict. Bo tells them he is responsible for Chelsea and is not going to tell Hope the trial date has been moved up. He goes to the outer office and Frankie tells Billie that Hope will find out that he knew about the court date change and didn’t call her about it.

MORGAN ISLAND
Alex shows Patrick his suitcase of money. After one night with Hope, Patrick says he’d make a deal with the devil to be with Hope and Alex assures him he just did.

Marlena tells Hope she’s getting her memory back and tells Hope the only man in her life is Bo Brady. Alex walks in asking to speak with Marlena alone. She tells him she’d like to see Bo and Hope work things out. She tells Alex she knows he’s not happy she’s not the woman he wants her to be and shows him the drugs he’s been using to drug her with. She drops it to the floor and crushes the syringe with her shoe. She tells him she’s leaving him with Bo and Patrick’s help. Alex walks up behind her and grabs her mouth. He has a spare syringe in the dresser and injects her with it. She mutters she has to find John and he tells her not to worry, John’s already on his way and will be punished for what he’s done. The drug apparently takes affect and HIS Marlena is back. He gives her the necklace and she rushes to put it back on as he smirks, saying let the games begin.

Hope tells Patrick she’s worried about Marlena and she knows her own marriage is over. She is determined to return for Chelsea’s trial and see she goes to prison for a long time. She has to do it for Zack. The trial’s not for a few weeks, so she’s in any rush to return to Salem. Alex and Marlena return and Hope pulls her aside to ask about her change of plans to get back to John. Marlena’s confused, saying John’s the monster, not Alex. Hope’s confused as Alex takes Marlena out and Hope asks Patrick to help her prove Alex is up to no good.

The foursome reunite in the garden as Hope asks Marlena if she’s okay and Alex privately tells Patrick he’s on the clock as of now. He warns him John will arrive soon as we see John (also in his tux) walk into the casino looking around.

CARRIE TO SAMI AND AUSTIN: Lucas and I are having a baby.
SAMI: What?
CARRIE: I’m pregnant.

FRANKIE TO BO: Have you even thought about the consequences if Hope finds out you kept the trial date from her?
BO: I hope she doesn’t.
FRANKIE: She’s going to and it will only make things worse between you.

HOPE TO JOHN: If you go after Alex, it will only make things worse between you.
JOHN (resigned): I know.

ALEX TO PATRICK: John Black needs to die tonight.

As the credits roll..
Linda

Episode # 10312
Tape Date: 4/17/06
Air Date: 5/11/06;
Director: Roy Steinberg

Summary: Well, this episode is a little more interesting than usual …but that isn’t saying much, considering how BORING the show has been lately…Marlena is FINALLY onto what Alex is up to…Mimi and Bonnie think that Shawn is cheating on her…Bo and Hope both learn what each other has been up to lately…John discovers where Alex and Marlena are.

At the Car shop…Mimi is on her way to the hospital for her first round of hormone shots, when she overhears Shawn on the phone with Belle. Belle is saying she is so glad that Shawn asked her to do this and he asks her not to tell Mimi…it has to be secret. When he gets off the phone, Mimi tells him where she is going and asks him to go with her. He lies and tells her that he is just too busy working and can’t go. She is crushed that he is lying to her. Bonnie shows up to go with her, asking Mimi what’s wrong. Mimi tells her that she thinks Shawn is cheating on her with Belle. Mimi says she has married a man who is in love with someone else. Bonnie thinks that maybe Belle is taking advice from her sister Sami (clue flashbacks of Bonnie eavesdropping on Belle and Sami in the Java Café). Mimi says that Claire is Shawn’s baby…maybe it is true…Shawn and Belle belong together. Bonnie tells her to go on to her appointment and let mommy take care of it. Later, Mimi is at the hospital for her exam and shots. While she waits on Lexie, Bonnie calls her. She is on the fire escape outside the loft eavesdropping. She sends Mimi pictures of Belle and Shawn hugging and laughing. Inside, Shawn is telling Belle that Mimi doesn’t know that they are there and they need to keep this secret. Belle says maybe this is a mistake. After her exam, Mimi hurries and gets dressed. Bonnie calls her back and tells her to get home NOW. Inside, Shawn and Belle ask each other if they are ready and then begin undressing. When Mimi gets home, Bonnie is in the hallway pacing. Mimi is upset and crying as they bash Belle. Bonnie tells her to get in there and stop them. Mimi goes inside and sees their clothes on the floor and can hear them in the bedroom laughing and carrying on. (What do you want to bet they are painting the room as a nursery?)

At the Cop Shop…Frankie is there with John as John is explaining he is going to track down Alex and Marlena. While they are talking, a female cop (Eve) is listening and whips out her cell phone and calls and warns Alex. Meanwhile, Marlena is on the balcony looking at the necklace Alex gave her. She ahs flashbacks of him giving it to her, followed by flashbacks of her and John. She tells herself she has to stop this…she is married to Alex, as she tries to convince herself they are happy. Then she says there is something wrong with her. She finds the vial of medication and syringe in his jacket pocket. Then she has a flashback of confronting him at the hospital and him drugging her. She gets angry saying he is through controlling her. She says she has to stop him, but she can’t let him know that she is on to him. She beats herself up for turning her back on John, her family and everyone who loves her. She says she is going to put a stop to it.

Back in Salem, John is asking Frankie for his help, who is reluctant about breaking the law. He finally gives in as the cop reports what is going on to Alex. Alex tells her that he isn’t worried…he has her help as well as Patrick Lockhart’s. Eve tells Alex she needs to tell him something…the Salem police is looking for Patrick Lockhart. After this, Alex and Patrick meet up in the hallway and Alex has an offer for him…if he helps him with John, he will help Patrick with Bo. Patrick wants to think it over. Frankie tells John that his plan may work as John asks Frankie to make a phone call for him. He calls the realtor that is handling the penthouse sale, telling her that John Black would like to make an offer on it. After they hang up, she calls Alex. Marlena has come back inside the room and when Alex comes in, she hides the vial and syringe. Alex tells her to go get dressed, they are going out. He thinks she may need another dose of the medication soon. He gets the call from the realtor as John is tracing it…he says he can pinpoint the cell tower it is transmitting to. After Marlena is dressed, she says she is going to see Hope and leaves. The realtor tells Alex about the offer from John. He is impressed but is afraid that John may be up to something and he may need backup. When their call ends, John tells Frankie he got it…Morgan Island. Frankie asks him what is his plan and John says he is going to rescue Marlena.

In another room…Bo calls and Patrick answers Hope’s phone. She takes the phone as Bo is asking what is going on and why is she with Lockhart. He warns her that Patrick is dangerous and tells her to get away from him. He asks her if that is why she left…to be with Lockhart? She is furious with him as he begs her to tell him where she is. He tells her that Patrick is a killer and he has the proof even though Hope defends him. He reads the APB to her, but she doesn’t believe it, saying it isn’t Patrick. She says that Patrick was there for her when she needed him. They argue as Bo tells her that he has been searching high and low for her. She says it wasn’t planned…it just happened. He asks just how close are they and she turns the tables and asks him how close he is to Billie. She says that her life ended when his and Billie’s “demon seed child” (she calls her that several times, lol) came along. She tells him that she still wants the divorce and wants all of them out of her life for good, as she keeps defending Patrick. Bo asks her just how well does she know Patrick. Almost in tears, he asks her how could she be with him. She comes back asking HOW he could ask her that…after being with Billie all this time? She says she has overlooked his relationship with Billie long enough…she says he has a new family now…and she has nothing else to say other than she wants a divorce. Bo asks her if she is sleeping with Patrick and she is silent (as she has flashbacks). She tells him that she also has a question for him…has he been sleeping with Billie (as he too has flashbacks of being in the woods with Billie). She says she guesses they have their answers and tells him she wants the divorce and hangs up on him. She breaks down as Patrick comforts her. In Salem, Bo is crying about his “Fancy Face”. Patrick tells her maybe she needs to get back to Salem, but she says there is nothing for her there. He asks her if she told Bo that they slept together and she says she didn’t have to. She tells Patrick that Bo is after him because he is jealous…but he will never find them. Bo says that he must find Hope before she becomes Patrick’s next victim. Marlena comes over to see Hope as Patrick leaves. Marlena asks her what is wrong and she tells her it is over between her and Bo. Marlenat tells her that she and Bo share a deep love that can survive anything. She tells her that they will never get over each other…they will love each other as long as both of them are alive. Bo calls someone and tells them to get over to the police station right away…NOW. (I assume it is Billie). Patrick and Alex cross paths again in the hall and Patrick tells Alex he has thought it over and will help him…for a price. They shake hands as Alex tells him that if he will help him eliminate John, then he will help him get rid of Bo…as Alex smiles…and the previews show…

Lucas (to Carrie): If he keeps harassing you like he has been…I will have to teach him a lesson he will never forget…

Patrick (to Alex): I’d make a deal with the devil to be with Hope…(Alex): I think you just did…

Bo (to Billie): She’s shacked up somewhere with Lockhart…(Billie): WHAT?...(Bo): When I find that bastard…he’s dead…

Shawn and Belle walk out of the bedroom…to find Mimi and Bonnie standing there with murder in their eyes…

And the credits roll…
Laney

Episode #10,311
Tape date-4/13
Director Albert Alarr

The May Sleeps continue, and I do mean sleeps, not sweeps. At today’s snoozefest (have your coffee cup filled), Mimi shows off her mechanical skills, Austin can’t get over Carrie’s choice, Alex makes a deal with Patrick, while Caroline sneakily helps Bo.

CHELSEA comes to the garage to ask Max to be a character witness for her. Max is not happy, as Chelsea had treated him like dirt before, and now wants a favor. Shawn, who is under a car, overhears, and comes out ranting at Chelsea. Just because Max is a race car driver, it will not make her look any better. Chelsea stalks off, as Mimi arrives. She tries to reason with Shawn, to no avail, as he recites all the irresponsible things Chelsea did the night Zack was killed. Max finds Chelsea, and lectures her about her behavior, getting her pictures in the paper, wild ways, etc. Chelsea whines to Max. Her pity party works, they kiss. Meanwhile, Shawn is telling Mimi what he did with the car, but still having problems, she tells him some hose is loose, Voila…the car purrs like a kitten. Then she notices the oil cap is not screwed on, Shawn goes to tighten it, spurt, spurt, oil all over them . Ha. Ha. They talk of wanting to save money, with Shawn wanting more work on cars at the garage, while Mimi talks of getting extra hours at Glorianne’s (haven’t heard of that place in a while) and seeing if she can get occasional weekend shift work at a restaurant. (Wow, you mean people actually are going to WORK in Salem?)

NOW WE HAVE CARRIE repeating to Austin that Lucas is her future. Austin is shocked (and gets that deer caught in the headlights look on his face) but apologizes to both Lucas & Carrie. She apologizes right back, for seeming to waffle, yada, yada. Sami arrives & eavesdrops, entering as Carrie & Lucas leave. Austin is perplexed, as he could tell from the look on Carrie’s face she wanted to be with him……but seemed almost afraid. Sami babbles in her usual manner, offering to make coffee, etc. Sami shows him the plan she ran by the marketing manager (??) for relaunching Hi Style again. Austin is impressed, gives her the green light, then is about to give her another assignment, when Sami makes her bluff. She tells him she is moving on without him, and asks him to move out. Austin is shocked. Meanwhile, Lucas & Carrie have returned to his apt., he brings out a big envelope, full of travel brochures. Pick a spot for the honeymoon, mom is paying for everything. (Well, at least she gets to pick the honeymoon spot, since Kate is choosing flowers, reception location, band, and even Carrie’s dress. Something every bride dreams of!) She always wanted to go to Venice, Lucas tells her Venice it is. Ah, this is a time to celebrate and have sex on the sofa. Who cares if a few minutes ago Carrie would have been probably having sex with Austin if the call from Lexie had told her something other than it did. (these couples sure do manage to turn their feelings off and on like a water faucet. )

Back in Sami’s apt., she continues HER pity party, as she whines to Austin about all her failed loves, attempts at marriage, and babbles on about how long she has loved him. NOW Austin tells her he loves her, but still has feelings for Carrie, so they are going to have to take things very slow, slow indeed. Hug, Hug. Sami is happy.

AT THE COP SHOP, John warns Alex, who continues to taunt John, then hangs up. Darn, not long enough for John to be able to trace the call. Bo comes in, & John tells him that Alex still intends to kill Marlena, then plays the tape for him. Caroline arrives with a basket of chicken & dumplings for lunch. John leaves for a few minutes. She tells Bo she has talked to Hope, but cannot change her mind. Only Bo can do that. She refuses to tell where she got the number, but Bo realizes it must be from either Jen or Frankie. Caroline refuses to give Bo the number, saying she just cannot do that. She fumbles with her purse, the basket and drops a couple things to the floor. Bo picks the stuff up, and notes the paper with the phone # on it….returns it to Caroline, only saying, Thanks, Ma. She leaves. Bo looks at the phone.

ON THE ISLAND, we have a repeat of Marlena noticing Hope on the balcony next door. Alex comes out, and they all exchange the “what are you doing here” lines. Alex asks Hope, in particular, where is Bo. She tells them she has left Bo & just happened to bump into Patrick on the island. Alex says it must have been a big bump, since they are sharing a room. Later, Marlena & Hope meet again on the balcony. Hope tells her about filing for divorce, while Marlena tells Hope about renewing her vows, and how John almost killed Alex then.

Patrick comes to see Alex, saying he is no longer in his previous line of work. Alex insists that he help him, if he wants to keep Hope Brady. He offers Patrick big money, as he needs an ally to put certain plans in motion. Patrick refuses, but Alex insists that this kind of lifestyle Patrick is on requires a great deal of money, and Alex has it. He pulls out a metal suitcase, packed with bills, takes out one packet to give Patrick a down payment. Meanwhile, Hope is trying to encourage Marlena to return to Salem and talk to John. She tells her how different she is, not at all like the same friend she has been all these years. Marlena ponders this. Hope goes back into her room, Patrick comes in, money in hand. She asks if he got lucky in the casino, and he lies, saying yes. The phone rings. She asks Patrick to answer, as probably is Jen. Patrick picks up the phone, says..”Hello”. And Bo, on the other end goes livid as he asks Lockhart what he’s doing with his wife. And the previews roll…..

HOPE (on phone): O.K. Fine, one question
BO: Have you been sleeping with Lockhart?

SHAWN (on phone, as Mimi overhears): O.K. Feels like I’ve been waiting forever, but promise me. Don’t do anything to make Mimi suspicious.

BO: So what’s the plan
JOHN: I’m gonna get to that island and rescue my wife before North kills her

ALEX TO PATRICK: You help me eliminate John Black. I help you get rid of Bo Brady

And the credits roll

Barb

EPISODE NO: 10,310
Directed by: Jim Baffico
Tape Date: 4/13/06

SUMMARY: They should change the show opening from sands in the hour glass to biological clock ticking…as Salem’s women continue to be obsessed with getting pregnant while the older Salem men talk about their women who aren’t in their lives anymore.

BRADY LOFT
Shawn brings Mimi a surprise, a rocking horse from Zack’s room. She hates seeing how his family was torn apart. Shawn says she and their children are his family now as his other family is dead to him now. Bo walks in (the doors in Salem never close don’t you know) asking if he really believes that. Mimi calls Bo “Dad” and likes the sound of it. He does too and she gets him a bottle of water. She says she’s not the world’s best cook, but asks Bo to dinner one night. Shawn says his dad is too busy. Bo asks what Henry (the horse) is doing there. Bo smiles remembering when he brought Henry home from his folks house when Shawn was little. Bo talks about how much Zack loved Henry and Shawn erupts about how Bo let a stranger come into their lives and break up their family. Bo clarifies she’s (Chelsea) his family too and Mimi tries to change the subject saying Patrick had a horse similar to Henry, but they lost it when they lost their house. Bo tells them he came to talk about Patrick and Mimi’s worried something happened to him. He asks if she ever heard Patrick talk about Alma and Mimi said yes, but she died. Bo tells them Alma was murdered and doesn’t know who was responsible.

THE CASINO
Hope and Patrick sip coffee on the hotel balcony and talk about going snorkeling. Her phone rings and she figures it’s about her divorce, so Patrick excuses himself. It’s Caroline calling Hope to talk about Bo. She begs Hope to hear her out as Hope tries to politely ask her to butt out. Caroline breaks down saying she can’t stand by and let two people she loves make such a big mistake. Caroline called from the bar on a hard lined phone and trying to talk while others are working. Hope asks Caroline about the last time she saw Bo and knows he was with Billie. Caroline remembers Bo and Billie coming into the pub together and can’t lie. They finally hang up, and Hope understands Caroline’s intentions are good and boo hoos on Patrick’s shoulder. They kiss and Marlena steps out to lie in the sun, sees Hope asks Hope if that’s her from the next balcony.

While Hope was on the phone, Patrick gets a call and learns Alex North is asking for his services. He says he’s there with someone and doesn’t want to put him in danger.

COP SHOP
John comes to see Bo and says he has tangible proof that Alex is going to kill Marlena. He tells Bo about how Alex has put everything in the Penthouse up for sale. John reminds Bo that Marlena told him she was returning to Salem, so Alex’s selling everything proves he’s planning on killing her. Bo figures they should let Hope and Marlena have their way and go their own.

ALEX AND MARLENA
Marlena finds Alex typing on his computer about his plans for her and asks when he was going to tell her this. He was getting a life insurance policy on her. He tries to change the subject to the necklace he gave her and she won’t let him. He tells her he’s just doing the smart thing to protect them should either of them die..even throws in protecting her children too (gag me). He tells her to NEVER take her necklace off and she agrees. She believes him about the insurance policy and goes to get her swim suit on when he suggests they go swimming. He calls John and tries to irk him saying what a romantic honeymoon they’re having. He holds the phone nearby as Marlena walks in wearing her suit. He kisses Marlena and tells her he loves her and she tells him the same. John calls out to Marlena, but she doesn’t hear as Alex holds the phone speaker next to his robe. Replay of John and Alex’s chat in the morgue. John tries to clue the female cop in the room about his call and says Alex’s name, saying he won’t get away with it. Alex knows he already is.

CARRIE AND HER MEN
Sami tears into Lexie about her affair with Tek. Lexie is determined to make amends with what she’s done, but tells Sami she’ll lose Austin and burn in eternity for all the sins she herself has committed. Lexie wonders how Sami got Carrie to believe she had changed her manipulative ways and tells Sami she’s worse than she ever was. Tek walks in and agrees, saying they’re not putting up with it. Sami threatens Tek that he’d lose his job at Salem PD if she tells on them. He says he can go back to the ISA, but she reminds him how close Abe and John are and doubts that would happen…the ISA also has good moral standards for their agents (we know some of their agents and I won’t even go there). Bicker bicker, threaten threaten...yada yada.

More bickering between Austin and Lucas about Carrie, whose emotions are teetering more than usual. Austin begs her to remember happy times they had and she does… when he brought her a rose he stole out of Mrs. Horton’s garden for her, a candlelight dinner he surprised her with and when they were in bed and happy. She wonders what’s keeping Lexie from calling as Lucas wants Carrie to remind Austin they are getting married. Lexie finally calls Carrie, who ducks into another room. Lexie tells Carrie she reviewed the test results with a colleague and there’s no mistake with her original results. Austin apologizes to Lucas, but says he loves Carrie and can’t give up. Lucas does understand, but says it’s time for him to do just that. Carrie thanks Lexie for rechecking (good grief woman, if you love Austin so much, marry him and adopt). Satisfield, Sami leaves as Tek and Lexie explode calling Sami a bitch. Sami warns them to lock the door so no one else catches them. They hug to comfort each other.

Carrie returns, saying it was Roman who called, and tells Austin that part of her will always love him, but her life and future is with Lucas (has Lexie tested Lucas’ DNA..they ARE brothers). Lucas hugs Carrie as she and Austin exchange puppy dog looks…as the previews roll.

BO TO CAROLINE: “You didn’t drive all the way down here (cop shop) to bring me lunch.”
CAROLINE: “I talked to Hope.”

MARLENA TO HOPE: “It was almost Alex’s funeral. John tried to kill him.”

ALEX TO PATRICK: “If you want to stay in Hope’s life, you’re going to need my help.”

AUSTIN TO SAMI: “When she was choosing Lucas it was almost like she was afraid of choosing me.”

As the credits roll..
Linda

Episode # 10309; Tape Date: 4/11/06; Air Date: 5/8/06; Director: Herb Stein

Summary: Have a cup of coffee ready (or some No-Doze) to watch this show…it’ll put you to sleep! Lexie discuses the IVF process with Shawn and Mimi…Lucas and Austin argue about Carrie…Lexie teeters on the edge of telling Carrie the truth…Sami reminds her of the threats…Caroline is not-so-happy to see Bo and Billie together and decides to take action…Hope regrets the night of passion she spent with Patrick. (Yawn).

At the Hospital…Shawn and Mimi are in the nursery checking out all the babies as they wait to talk to Lexie. She jokes about getting fat and being moody, but Shawn can’t wait…he says it will be worth it all. She talks about Shawn wanting a boy, but he says a girl is fine…as long as she likes sports. He tells her that Philip was researching it and says the odds are greater for twins with IVF. She has a daydream of them having twins…one boy and one girl and trying to come up with names. He likes Aaron for a boy…she likes Erin for a girl (oh such RIVETING television ;-)

Meanwhile, Carrie is still in with Lexie as she asks her what she meant about lying. Lexie says she has let Tom Horton, as well as her patients down (flashbacks of Sami threatening her). She tells Carrie she is sorry…she does belong with Austin. She starts to tell her when Abe arrives with flowers. As Carrie leaves, Lexie promises to call her later and tell her everything. Abe talks about not being a real husband to Lexie and apologizes for being so hard to live with lately, but she says she never wants to lose him. From outside, Carrie watches them and has flashbacks of kissing Austin. Abe fills her in on why he was so late getting home last night (the drug raid at Dune) and how they found a bracelet like hers that belonged to Jada. He talks about how he is going to try harder with her and spend more time with her and Theo.

In the Woods…Bo and Billie wake up together in a sleeping bag. She kisses him, but he mumbles “Hope”. She wakes him up and tells him but Bo says he made love to her because he wanted to…not because he thought she was Hope. But Billie says it was so he could forget about Hope. But he swears he isn’t using her just to forget Hope. She says she is happy she was there for him to help ease the pain. He tells Billie he hopes he isn’t leading her on, but she says she is a big girl and is just glad she can help. They go to the pub for breakfast and his mom is NOT too happy to see them together (and gives Billie a bit of the cold shoulder). She tells Bo she has been trying to reach him. She asks him if he has heard from Hope and he tells her that she won’t take his calls or emails…the only contact they have is through lawyers. She urges him not to give up on her as Billie chimes in and says she has been telling him the same thing. Caroline says she knows that Billie wouldn’t be that upset to see them split. Bo says Billie has been supportive but he and Hope are not getting back together…she has made that clear. Caroline goes off in a huff to get their breakfast as Billie tells Bo she doesn’t blame Caroline one bit for her feelings. Billie says she feels responsible for Hope leaving him in the first place. Bo goes off on Patrick, saying he is a con man and a killer and he is going to catch him before he hurts someone else. Meanwhile, Caroline calls Frankie and tells him that she needs Hope’s phone number.

On the Island…Hope and Patrick wake up together as she is dreaming of their evening and mumbles “Bo”. He says good morning and she says “good morning Brady” before she fully wakes up and apologizes. He says it’s okay, he knows her heart is with Bo. She tells him that their evening was incredible but a mistake. He apologizes for pushing her, but she says it was her decision…even though she wasn’t ready. He asks if it felt like she was cheating on Bo. She explains that she had been married for so long, she does feel as if she were cheating. She talks about finding him and Billie in bed and how he has moved on…so is she. She says she wants nothing more to do with Bo. Room service arrives with breakfast and a tray of other things, like perfumes. Patrick says it is compliments of the hotel (as a favor to him)…for he has done favors for them in the past as well. She starts to question him, then drops it. She tells him that last night was wonderful but she can’t do that again…at least until her divorce is final…as he begins to kiss her.

At Sami’s Place…Lucas (who overheard Austin) barges in asking Austin what he meant about Carrie dumping him. Austin says he misunderstood as Lucas orders Sami out. Austin takes up for Sami, so Lucas asks her more nicely to leave so he and Austin can talk privately. She refuses to leave, until Austin asks her. She leaves and as Austin starts talking, Lucas asks him to hold on and goes over and yanks open the door and Sami falls in (LOL). He calls her pathetic and predictable and tells her to leave so she storms off. Lucas and Austin begin to argue as Lucas tells him he knows that he is pressuring Carrie to come back to him. Lucas says that Carrie doesn’t want anything to do with Austin and he needs to accept it. Austin says he will never give up on her…they belong together and they both know it. But Lucas says that Carrie chose him and she isn’t going to change her mind. But Austin says he isn’t giving up on her and he doesn’t think she has given up on him either. Austin asks why did Lucas give up on Sami. Lucas says he and Sami are over…she has hurt him too many times.

Back at the hospital…Carrie comes back by Lexie’s office and tells her that she is volunteering at the nursery and Lexie asks if she is sure that’s a good idea. Shawn and Mimi arrive to talk to Lexie and bout that time, Sami walks up as well. Shawn, Mimi and Lexie retreat to her office as Carrie tells her that she is there to review some tests with Lexie. They decide to go to the nursery to look at babies. In the nursery, Sami can see the effect of the babies on Carrie. She starts talking about being pregnant and when Will was a baby. She also talks about medical problems in their family…Marlena’s miscarriage, Claire’s problems, etc. reinforcing Carrie’s fears of birth defects being genetic. Then she tells Carrie, she is SURE that Carrie and Lucas would have perfect babies and leaves.

Carrie drops by and finds Lucas and Austin together. Austin tells her he needs to talk to her. But Lucas breaks in and tells her that she needs to tell Austin that is over between them…as Carrie prays that Lexie will call with news.

In Lexie’s office, she goes over the IVF process with Shawn and Mimi. She explains the process and goes over the odds with them and they want to try immediately. She tells them they will have to go for a few days abstaining from sex, writes Mimi a prescription and sends them on their way to talk to another doctor. After they leave, Sami barges in, telling her that she saw Carrie and reminds Lexie of her threats. Lexie explodes and tells Sami she just helped her make a decision…as she picks up the phone and tells Sami she is calling Carrie right now to tell her the truth…as the previews show…

Austin (to Carrie): You can’t deny our love can you Carrie?...(Lucas): Come on Carrie, we’re out of here…(Austin): Not until she answers me…

Alex (to Marlena): You weren’t supposed to see that…(Marlena): but I did…

Lexie (to Sami): You are worse than you ever were…do you know that? (Tek): and we’re through putting up with it…

Shawm (to Mimi): My mom, my dad and Zack…that family is dead to me…(Bo): Do you really mean that?...(as we see Hope and Patrick hugging)…

And the credits roll…
Laney

Episode 10,108
Directed by: Albert Alarr
Tape Date: 4/10/06

Another snoozer folks....(but at least I didn't have to watch Bo and Hope's SL today)...It's a new day as the foursome at GML talk about in vitro non-stop (to the surprise of another spa lady); Carrie whines to Lexie while Lexie's conscience tears away at her; Austin has a heart to heart with Sami and Lucas talks to Kate about his wedding plans with Carrie.

GREEN MOUNTAIN LODGE...aka IN VITRO UNIVERSITY
While the guys eat waffles, the gals relax at the spa. Everyone’s talking about the possibility of Mimi getting pregnant. Later in the lobby Philip flips up his laptop and the wireless internet connection to look up in vitro fertilization and what it entails. He reads it to Shawn (guessing guests coming and going are entertained at this discussion) who’s anxious to make an appointment for Mimi. Philip knows it works or he wouldn’t be there himself. The gals join them and they return to the dining room (w/ their laptops) and show them the IVF info and dream about having a baby. Shawn confesses he’d like a boy first, probably because of Zack. Bonnie lurks again and congratulates Shawn on their good news and she can’t wait to be a grandma (hmm, try being a mom first…Mimi’s little brother is still MIA, haha). Belle says if they have a boy, maybe he’ll date Claire. Mimi replies that could never happen, but it’s smooozed over that they’d grown up and be more like brother and sister.

EARLIER IN THE SPA…
Bonnie’s eavesdropping from the next chair and drops her towel as we see her green face cream) after hearing Mimi mention she might be able to get pregnant. Bonnie confesses GML is her favorite escape place and she’s there stalking…but not Mimi, a rich man. Mimi mentions in vitro and Bonnie rattles on about why that option hadn’t been checked out, blaming Lexie. Mimi clarifies she’s the one that didn’t follow through on other appointments, so it was her fault. Bonnie blabs on about having their own kid will guarantee Shawn won’t leave her and trips over her own tongue so to speak as she tries to explain what she meant while escaping. Mimi asks Belle if she’s really okay if she and Shawn have their own baby. Belle says she is, but Mimi’s feeling insecure again (way to go mom). They talk about how their kids will grow up together and morosely hug each other as they’re both so happy (yeah, right). They go to change to join their husbands as Bonnie lurks, knowing Mimi getting pregnant will solve everything.

BACK IN SALEM, USA
Carrie’s daydreaming about being with Austin while Lucas is busy planning his big wedding to her with Kate. He wants only the best for Carrie and dictates what he wants to her. She asks if he realizes how much this is all going to cost and he doesn’t care. He says Austin will be his best man and all’s well with them. Kate’s worried about Austin and his vulnerability. Lucas tells Kate that Sami will be Carrie’s maid of honor.

Back at her apartment, Sami is catering to every need Austin may have, but he tells her to stop. He knows why she’s doing this and it won’t work. He wants to talk about their relationship/future. Sami’s worried by the tone of his voice what that means. He says he has “strong” feelings for her (must be the writers word of the day). The two moan about Carrie’s decision to be with Lucas and if they’re going to be able to live with it. He’s going to fight for Carrie and Lucas walks in hearing that.

ON THE PIER…
Lexie tells herself that she can’t let Sami get away with this. She bumps into Carrie who’s also there thinking. Carrie admits she’s still not sure about something and asks for a few minutes of Lexie’s time as she values her advice. Saying Austin is still her original first choice. She asks Lexie is the test results were positive and Lexie says yes. Carrie doesn’t want to bring a child in the world that will have to suffer the rest of their lives or die. Carrie breaks down telling Lexie how she almost admitted to Austin her true feelings and asks Lexie if she’s making the right choice. Lexie feels for Carrie having such strong feelings for two men. Now in her office, Lexie sadly listens to Carrie’s whining as Carrie knows Lexie takes her hypocratic oath very seriously. She thanks her for rerunning her test again. Carrie takes Lexie’s certificate off the wall and reads Dr. Tom Horton’s personal congratulations about how lucky her patients are to have her. Lexie can’t take it and says she’s not good and lies to her patients…as the previews roll…


LUCAS TO AUSTIN: I know exactly what’s going on with you and Carrie and I’m not going to let you get away with it.

BILLIE TO BO: I want to help you in any way I can.
BO: and I appreciate that…

HOPE TO PATRICK: I just can’t see myself as a single woman yet.
PATRICK: Being with me made you feel like you were cheating on Bo.

LEXIE TO SAMI: I’m not going to let you get away with this. I’m calling Carrie and telling her the truth.

as the credits roll..
Linda

Episode # 10307; Tape Date: 4/7/06; Air Date: 5/4/06; Director: Roy Steinberg

Summary: Well, the show feed is back today in full force…just wish I could say the same for the content of the show. Alex continues to plot Marlena’s demise…John continues to worry and search for Doc…Austin presses Carrie for an answer...Belle tries to convince Shawn (and herself) that she is happy for him…and it’s a dark day for “Bope” fans, yes...Hope and Patrick do the deed.


In the Bar at Green Mountain Lodge…Shawn continues to get advice from Libby the doctor/bartender (LOL). Belle shows up, telling him she couldn’t sleep. They sit and talk as she tells him that she was out of line earlier. He tells her it’s okay, in fact it may have helped the situation some. He talks about how much he loves Claire and how she is the reason he wants to be a father so much. Belle says she knows why, because when they were younger, they both wanted to be parents. She tells him he will be a great dad. He says he loves Mimi whether she can have children or not. Belle says Mimi is a lucky girl and that she is a fool to have let him get away. She tells him she is happy for him and he thanks her. She says she knows that when she sees them with a baby, it will make their marriage more real. She talks about how babies change your lives and they talk about how their babies may possibly be about the same age and how they may turn out to be best friends. She thanks him for always being her friend and they hug as the bar seems to be closing as the lights go down. Shawn tells her that he thinks that everything worked out as it should as both agree they are lucky.

At the Dune Club…Austin and Carrie are still handcuffed together in the storage room as she is feeling guilty over the kiss. Austin tries to calm her nerves as he talks about how he loves her and can’t figure out why she wants to marry Lucas. Meanwhile, Lucas is still questioning Sami about what is going on between her and Lexie, but she keeps putting him off. Lucas knows that something is going on as he rehashes her history (Kate, Stan, etc.) Sami talks about how Austin was there for her when no one else was. Lucas goes back to Lexie but Sami swears there is nothing going on, she and Lexie just don’t get along. He thanks her for not trying to come between him and Carrie and Sami tells him if he wants to be with Carrie, to just stay out of her way. Sami waxes nostalgic, talking about how many times she was “almost” married and this time she intends to marry Austin. They go back to trading snipes and insults (as Lucas and Sami do) and Lucas tells her that he and Carrie love each other and how she is different from Sami…Carrie wouldn’t lie to him or keep secrets. He goes back once again to Lexie and Sami (having flashbacks of arguing with Lexie) tells him to just drop it. She checks and sees that the cops are gone and thinks they should go find Austin and Carrie and get out of there. Austin asks Carrie about her decision to marry Lucas and wants an answer as to why she changed her mind. He asks if Sami did or said anything, but Carrie defends Sami, saying she thinks she has really changed this time. They both think that if she could, she would have done something because both of them thinks that Sami is still in love with Lucas. Lucas asks Carrie if she could have HER heart’s desire…who would she want to be with? She has flashbacks of Lexie’s warnings and tells Austin to let it go. But he is sure that there is something behind her decision. But before she can say any more, Lucas and Sami are calling for them. Lucas and Sami tell them the cops are gone. Sami looks around and notices the tight are and asks what they have been doing in there. Carrie tells her they just talked (as Lucas remember kissing Sami). They go to get the handcuffs off but before they leave, Austin tells Carrie that this is to be continued. Jada uncuffs them and tells them they won the contest. Carrie wants their winnings donated to a charity that helps children with birth defects. Jada is still angry and curses the person that called in the phony drug tip (cut to Sami). Lucas goes to get Carrie some water as Austin tells Carrie he is waiting for his answer (as Sami overhears).

On the Island…Hope and Patrick are kissing and he stops it, saying she is a married woman and she should go back to Bo. But she says Bo broke their vows and now it is time for her to move on as well. She wants to be with Patrick and kisses him. Then she tells him she wants him to make love to her. He asks if she is sure as she says any other man would have taken advantage of her long before now. She is sure and wants him. They start kissing and he carries her back to the house. As seductive music plays, they start undressing each other and kissing. There are lots of flashes of bare skin in this long scene. Afterward, he asks her if it was a mistake and she says no as she stares off into space. She tell s him that she is just having a lot of different feelings right now. He says he wishes he could take her sadness away. She says they are good for each other because he understands her feelings and what it means to lose love. They start kissing and go at it again. Later, they are back in the casino as Hope tells him she doesn’t regret what they did. They sit and Patrick has a special treat for her, some kind of chocolate fondue or something. He feeds her chocolate and then kisses it off her lips…just as Alex and Marlena walk by. (None of them see each other).

We see Alex and Marlena at the casino as he tells her that nothing is too good for her. She talks about how she loves it there but also looks forward to returning home. To himself, he says he doesn’t intend to take her home. They pass the roulette table and he asks her if she wants to gamble and she is excited. To himself, he says she should enjoy it while she can, her luck is about to run out. Later, they are outside as he wishes her a happy honeymoon and gives her a gift…a necklace. Excited, she rushes off to try it on and check it out. To himself, he says now, he won’t have to drug her as often to keep control of her (as he lights up a cigar). He gets a call from the realtor and tells him that she has prospective buyers for the contents of the penthouse. But he is adamant that he wants it all sold together (apartment and furnishings) in one package. He tells her he knows someone that may be interested.

At the Java Café…John is there working furiously on his laptop trying to find Marlena. John fears she is gone and he will never see her again. He tells Kate (who is with him) he thinks Alex is going to kill Marlena (as he has flashbacks of Alex telling him he was going to cause Marlena pain). Kate says he was only taunting John and didn’t mean it. But John is sure that Alex doesn’t love Marlena and only wants to harm her. Kate tells him she is sure that Marlena will be back in Salem soon and has flashbacks of them having lunch before she left. In that flashback, Marlena tells her that she loves Salem and will be back after the honeymoon. John thinks it may not be Marlena’s decision.

Smug Alex is pleased with himself as Marlena walks up telling him he has gone too far…she just found out that he booked an entire day for her at the spa. She is thrilled as he promises her this is a honeymoon she will never forget.

John gets a call from the realtor about the sale of the penthouse and the contents. She tells him that Alex wanted him to have first opportunity at buying it. (Cue puzzled look on John’s face). He tells Kate to listen as he asks the realtor to repeat it and tells him she will be in touch. After he gets off the phone, he tells Kate that he was right all along…he will never see Marlena again. Alex is not planning to return to Salem. He is furious and says he is going to kill Marlena and she is lost to everyone in Salem forever…as the previews show…

Lucas (to Kate): It has to be perfect…as perfect as my life with Carrie. (Kate): Are you really sure it’s going to be?

Carrie: I am driving myself crazy…it isn’t fair to Lucas or Austin…

Austin (to Sami): It’s about our relationship… (Sami): From the tone of your voice, it doesn’t sound as if we have one…

Mimi (to Belle): I can’t help but wonder if you wish it were YOU having Shawn’s baby instead…

And the credits roll…
Laney

Summary: Very slooowww show, with longer scenes than we are used to. This show is all about Bo and Hope, with a little bit of Frankie and Jen thrown in. Bo and Hope fans beware – this is definitely not your day….


JEN TELLS FRANKIE ABOUT HER TALK WITH ABBY after she walked in on them. She feels guilty about being with him in her and Jack’s bed. She doesn’t know if she made a big mistake. Frankie tries to console a very depressed Jen. She is very upset over Abby seeing them and her reaction. He doesn’t want her to feel guilty, but she is conflicted. She loves him, but doesn’t think it will work out for them. Frankie thinks they are great together and wonders why she has doubts. She can’t make a commitment and doesn’t think it is fair to him. He has waited for her and still loves her, after 20 years. He flashes back to leaving for Columbia and claims it was the biggest mistake he made, leaving her then. She still thinks he made the right choice. He thinks things would have been different if he had stayed. She doesn’t want to change the past – she wouldn’t have had Jack and her children, who mean everything to her. He understands about her not changing the past, but wants to know why they can’t change the future instead. Frankie still regrets the past, but Jen doesn’t think he should. She is sorry she can’t make up her mind. She ends up asking him to make love to her, right here, right now, and of course, he obliges (He goes to take her in her to room and she says no, right here. I am not positive, but it looks like the backyard?).

A morose Abby is at the JAVA CAFE, where Josh serves her an iced coffee and tells her he missed her. Josh wants to take Abby to lookout point, but that makes her very nervous. She wants to stay and hang out with Max and Chelsea, but he questions her about her reasons.

Chelsea is outside, taking a swig when Max catches up to her. Chelsea asks Max what he wants, and he tells her he is worried about her. Chelsea claims she doesn’t need another of his lectures on what to do and how to live her life. She is there to relax and leaves him to go inside, where she finds Abby. Abby apologizes to Chelsea for being wrong about her mom and Frankie. Chelsea spikes Abby’s coffee and drinks up. When Abby leaves to get another iced coffee, Max questions Chelsea about her comment about Bo and Hope not getting back together. Chelsea claims that the divorce is going to happen now, because her Dad is hooking up with Billie. Max questions her about what is going on, and Chelsea flashes back to telling Frankie what she has done. Max is sure that she is doing something, but she gets defensive and walks over to hit on a couple of other guys while he looks on. They invite her over to an off-campus apartment and Abby intervenes, at Max’s request. Chelsea wants to know why Abby is such a prude – after all, her mother certainly wasn’t. That upsets Abby. Abby goes back to ask Josh to dance and Chelsea goes back to “dance” with one of the guys, who starts pawing her. Max comes rushing over to break them up. He doesn’t understand her trying to sabotage her upcoming trial with the way she is acting. She wants to party a little and have fun, to get her mind off of things. After she leaves, Max decides that she isn’t his problem any more.

Josh catches up to Abby outside after his shift. They talk a bit, then he makes his move. We cut from Abby making out with Josh, to Frankie and Jen. She worries about what the neighbours must be thinking, but he doesn’t care. They bask in the afterglow.

PATRICK AND HOPE ARRIVE AT A CASINO, intending to have a fun night out to forget about everything else. Patrick is doing well, but lets Hope take over after she tells him, when asked, that she knows the game and has played in the best casinos in Europe. She ends up winning bigger than he was. They go out to have something to eat on the terrace, where Hope is awed by the view. The waiter knows Patrick well and goes to get them what he ordered – a bottle of champagne and everything on the chef’s menu. When Hope comments on the music, he asks her to dance. She is the one who snuggles in close, but sees Bo’s face when she looks up. She is confused when he turns back into Patrick, but tells him that she feels like she is finally moving on. Warp back to the table, where Patrick makes her a nice toast (he thinks it is an old English saying). Hope is impressed by the new side of Patrick she is seeing, “dashing debonair.” He tells her that thanks to her, he is stripping away his con-man façade and letting the real him show through. He takes the chance to ask her if she is sure about not giving Bo another chance. Hope tries to dodge the question, but Patrick makes her answer. Hope doesn’t think she can. Seeing Bo sleeping with Billie tells her that she has moved on and she has to accept that. Patrick thinks that now she can move on. He takes her for a walk on the beach when she declines dessert. He asks her for another dance on the beach. He keeps telling her how special she is and how, if she were with him, he would never let her go. Hope pulls away, and Patrick goes to offer her his jacket, thinking she is cold. She makes a wish on a star and Patrick hopes it comes true. She claims it already has. He tries to take her back to the casino because the beach is dangerous - mostly since he shouldn’t be alone with her. He was attracted to her the first time he met her. He knows that is why Bo was upset any time he was near her – Bo could see it, even though Hope couldn’t. He doesn’t know if he can be trusted. She wants to stay there on the beach with him, telling him that he isn’t the only one feeling an attraction. He states that he is not sure he can control himself, so she says, don’t.


A clerk checks with the hotel desk guy about the very important guests he was expecting arriving: Mr. and Mrs. Alex North. He sends her to check on their room.


BO AND BILLIE ARE IN THE WOODS, getting hot and heavy when Bo calls her Hope and she sets him straight. Billie is clear that Bo wants Hope and can’t let it go any further, especially while he is drunk. She wants to be there for him, but not like that. She knows she keeps putting herself in that position, but doesn’t want to be there any more. Bo tells her that she is his only friend at the moment, and he put her on the spot. He fully accepts the blame for taking advantage of the situation. Billie won’t let him – she takes the blame for showing up and using sex to get close to him. Bo thanks her for her support while trying to find Hope, even though it was hard for her. He thinks that this time is different – she hasn’t changed her mind on the divorce and won’t talk to him or let him find her. Billie has really been there for him and with him, and it takes him back. There is a part of him that wants her. He says he has always cared about her, and she says as a friend. He tells her it was more than that. While he was with Hope, she was his love and his life, and he couldn’t act on it. But he stills cares about her. He once loved her and wanted to move on from Hope’s death with her. He wanted to marry her. Billie says a part of her wishes they could still be together, and Bo thinks maybe they could still have that. Bo says he needs to stop fooling himself. He and Hope are over, and there is still something between he and Billie. He wants to face life and what it has in store, but he wants to do it with Billie. They go at each other in the woods, as Hope and Patrick slowly go at in on the beach. Double exposure on the two couples, then off to the previews:




Shawn: Claire is the reason I want to be a father so bad.
Belle: And I know why.


Sami: I want to be with Austin.
Lucas: Yeah
Sami: Then just stay out of my way, Lucas.

Austin (to a crying Carrie): Sami belongs with Lucas. If you could have your heart’s desire, you would be with me, wouldn’t you?

Hope: Make love to me, Patrick. I need you. Make love to me….


Off to the credits…
Sandra

Sorry, there was no feed for Wednesday's show. Check back later to see if Sandra from Canada posts the summary later.

Episode: 10,305
Directed by: Herb Stern
Tape Date: 4/5/06

Another ho hum show today as Mimi and Shawn learn they might be able to have a biological child after all; Chelsea's inner voice keeps busy; Jen shows Jack's video to Abby

GREEN MOUNTAIN LODGE
Phil asks Belle why she feels something is wrong with Mimi and Shawn adopting. She knows how much Shawn wants his own biological children and is only doing this for Mimi. Naturally Shawn and Mimi overheard and Shawn glares as Mimi excuses herself. Mimi goes outside and cries, saying out loud Shawn’s only adopting for her and doesn’t even realize he has his own biological child. She turns around and there’s Shawn, but he didn’t overhear her. He promises he means wanting to adopt with her and they exchange I love yous as Belle and Philip follow to try and apologize. Mimi talks to Philip as Shawn goes for wine for them. Belle apologizes to Shawn and says she’s happy for him and even jests that she’s jealous of Mimi not having to go through a lot of the pregnancy problems. Belle leaves and the woman bartender apologizes for overhearing, but tells Shawn that his wife isn’t necessarily infertile with scarring on her fallopian tubes. Mimi explains adopting isn’t a fast process to Philip. The bartender talks to Shawn after Belle delivers Mimi and Philip’s wine. Shawn introduces her to everyone else and she explains in vitro to Mimi, saying she had the same scarring problem and now has two babies. Mimi is excited, saying she was only told the old fashioned way wouldn’t work, but hadn’t talked to a fertility specialist concerning other options. The newlyweds agree to try doing so.

CHELSEA
Max arrives to find Chelsea and Abby fighting. Abby leaves and Chelsea has a full flashback of her sending the email to Hope supposedly from Bo (lucky us). She is back on her “maybe Billie and Bo can be together” drivel. Max knows that won’t happen as Bo and Hope always find their way back to each other (yeah, so stop this crap and just do it please!) A little reality check where he tells her she got a second chance with parents and she should enjoy having them. She takes off. Max goes in and asks Frankie if he’s seen Chelsea, worried she’s got a lot going on and asks Frankie if he knows what it is. Another opportunity to share those flashbacks of Frankie (as Chelsea’s lawyer) advising her to not say anything about what she did. Chelsea knows Max is right however, Bo and Hope should be together.

BO AND BILLIE
Billie follows Bo in the bar. She warns him about drinking and driving and he insists he knows his limits. She tells him he has to fight for who he wants and tells him about how she didn’t get the man she wanted. He doesn’t understand until she flat out tell him she’s talking about him. They jabber, he buys another beer. After finishing it he leaves with Billie following. He gets on his bike and starts it as we see Chelsea running up to them, yelling she has to talk to them. Somewhere in the wilderness (I give up how Billie got there or Chelsea saw them there…) Billie tells Bo she promises to help him find Hope. They’re a team just like in the old days. Cue “Can’t Live without your Love” as flashbacks of Bo and Hope together…the first one of her in uniform, one of them being pulled with ropes as they’re in the ocean, on the beach, in a hot air balloon, kissing in football uniforms, riding on his bike after he saved her from marrying Larry Welch. Still enamored with those memories, he turns and kisses Billie (another thing he and Hope share). Chelsea’s calling out to them, knowing they’re nearby.

DEVERAUX HOME
Abby walks in and finds Frankie and Jennifer in bed and comes unglued. Frankie apologizes softly and leaves the two women to talk as Jennifer explains nothing sexually happened between them until GML. They even had separate rooms there, but she realized she still loved Frankie. Abby breaks down and reminds her mom how she was saving herself until marriage as her mom had and upset Jennifer jumps into bed so soon after her dad died. She asks who else she’s slept with and calls her mom a slut. Jen starts to hit her, but doesn’t. She apologizes for almost doing so, but explains to her daughter she should have told her daughter what was happening, but didn’t because she was scared. She tells Abby about the dvd Jack made and plays it for her. Abby can’t tear her eyes away from the dvd, but Jen looks between her daughter and the dvd tearfully as it plays. When it finishes playing, Abby understands and apologizes to her mom. Frankie walks in quietly and sees what’s happening. He hears Abby saying she’s got to apologize to him and walks in saying she doesn’t. He agrees, her dad was a special man and Abby hugs him. She leaves to go to Java Café. Frankie asks Jen if everything’s okay and tells her he thinks Jack is looking out for them. She agrees and they hug.

Outside Max leaves a voice mail for Chelsea. In the mountains, Chelsea runs up and sees Billie and Bo kissing. They don’t hear her and Chelsea runs back to where she came from. She tells herself she can’t believe her mom and dad are having sex because of her (looked like they were fully clothed and just kissing to me) and she can never tell the truth now….as the previews roll….

JENNIFER TO FRANKIE: I don’t know if I will ever be ready and I can’t do this to you anymore. It’s just not going to work out for us.

PATRICK TO HOPE: Now that your marriage is over, I don’t know if I can be trusted to be alone with you.

BO TO BILLIE: Billie, there’s a part of me that wants you….

MAX TO CHELSEA: (as he finds her in a slinky dress doing some dirty dancing)…Do you want your face plastered all the tabloids? You’re going to trial..do you have a death wish or something?

As the credits roll
Linda