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Anthony Zacchara is in Shadybrook. Patrick and Robin are recommending that Michael be moved to Shadybrook. I see where this is going *grin* Thank the good PTB for giving Ric his old self back; he is so deliciously handsome and bright when he's being evil! This is going to kill his shot at having a romance with Claudia, but still, it's great to see him shining in all his evil glory. Yes, he is making a huge, stupid mistake that's going to come back to bite (or stab) him later, but for now I'm enjoying it! He even got Logan in on his scheme, with some expertly-played coercion! Very nice *applauds*

Jerry didn't pull the trigger the other day in the shower. Somehow, I knew he wouldn't. So, why threaten Ian at all? Did he need to get a little, um, excitement, for his day? Hmm . . .

Ian's line "I usually prefer brunettes . . . Make me forget your hair color" cracked me up yesterday, btw. It's a great joke! We all know that "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes", so is this the sequel? "Sleazes Prefer Brunettes"? So funny! Ian has grown on me, and I really want him to stay around. He's just so funny being all trashy and evil! Very entertaining. And the actor is damn cute :p

Random note: Diane + Max = HILARIOUS! I am so loving their storyline! LOVE!

Jax is being unusually pessimistic, isn't he? Kind of weird. Even Jerry was more optimistic! Jerry! I don't get it. Carly is understandably in denial. I have little sympathy for her, though . . . really . . . I'm more "meh", and eagerly awaiting a recast and aging of the character of Michael.

My favorite scenes are definitely the ones with Claudia and Johnny these days. Their dynamic is so exceptional, I just can't take my eyes off of them. I also think the writing is phenomenal, being so realistic and no-bullshit. Claudia doesn't mince words. Johnny is sensitive, but it doesn't detract from his attitude at all. They're awesome! I hope they take over PC! Sonny who???

Okay, commercial is over, so end random jabbering. Lunch, too, so I think I'll blog off. Like log off. Get it? *sigh*

Oh, Kate Howard, Kaaaate Howaaaard . . . She is SO getting on my nerves. Yes, she made some good points when lecturing Lulu today, but she is a hypocrite! Lulu is just a young girl trying to defend the man she loves. Wouldn't Connie have done the same for her precious Sonny? Lulu should have walked out and quit. Sorry, but I just hate how she went to the phone. I thought she had more backbone than that! Ugh! It seemed OOC to me. She should have told Ms. Howard off. I am really not liking her attitude. Or maybe I just like Lulu more, I don't know. I think she's too cool to be working for a silly fashion rag, anyway.

The story with Michael being shot is brilliant. Incredibly sad, but everyone is doing a great job. Steve Burton was incredible today in the scene where he speaks to Michael for the first time, Laura Wright is convincing playing a worried mother (somehow, since she's usually so bratty as Carly), and I actually loved the scene where Bobby went to drink with Luke ("I'm so sick of looking on the bright side!") LOL Jerry has shown a strongly protective side, too, and I really like how he's stood up to Devlin finally. Although, I can't help but sympathize with Devlin, as well; he is a professional criminal, so it makes sense his remorse is scattered, and he is looking out for himself first. His incredulous laugh after talking with Claudia the other day underscored this brilliantly.

As for the Zaccharas, I really like the dynamic it's giving the characters. They lie so convincingly, but behind closed doors you see their anger and remorse confessed. Anyone who has been angry enough to ever think "God, I want that guy/girl DEAD" should understand how, when you actually do have money and means to pursue these darkest desires of human nature (as Spinelli might say), how you could get carried away by emotion and fury and make the ultimate mistake. Johnny and Claudia were raised with death and violence, so it would be completely ridiculous if they would never consider taking life, especially when pushed so far by Sonny. I admire their act of innocence, how cunning and smart they are, but at the same time, I feel sorry for them. Especially since what goes around comes around, and I'm sure they will pay for the accident in some terrible way . . . I feel like Lulu, just wanting Johnny to be ok! Claudia, too, because I like her.

Sonny . . . I almost feel sorry for him. Almost. But he did push the Zaccharas. Besides, Carly's line summed it all up: "Did you think the danger would disappear just because you wanted to?" Sonny has to live with his choices. And why did he say he never imagined his son would bleed for him??? Didn't he once think Michael shot dead and buried (by Faith Rosco)??? And he didn't quit then, did he?

As for Carly, she is leaning 100% on Jason. A man who is not her husband, and a professional murderer. I love Jason, but shouldn't Carly be sick of all violence? Wouldn't she want to have any person so tainted by blood away from her? She rightfully blamed Sonny, but Jason is no angel (despite his gorgeous looks :p)! How can she really stand having an assassin at her side when her son was almost killed by another assassin???

I know people are going to complain about the further use of violence. Yes, I admit it is disturbing to see such a young child shot in the head! But it's great drama. Great drama.