I agree with you about showcasing current actors but, in my opinion, this is a worthy exception because the actor is a war veteran that sustained injuries (which should be seen fairly soon). Who better than to play a veteran whose life has been affected in a major way than a person that has and is living through it. I applaud GH for hiring Chris Van Etten and hope that we all learn something by his onscreen journey.

As I just posted to Soaphound, I like Amy…and I wouldn’t mind seeing an eventual pairing of Amy and Nathan. I think they’re great together. Amy’s way more compassionate than Maxi…or at least is not as “hardened and jaded” as Maxi has become. (I haven’t liked Maxi much since her return…)

I say serving your country and protecting my rights for me, while at the same time losing both your legs, gives you the right to jump to the head of the line for characters who get a storyline on a stupid soap opera. In fact, I think he should get whatever the heck he wants out of life and every single person here should be happy for him.

Francesca…I think you have expressed this very well. And for others interested in the strength it must take to come back from these kind of injuries both emotionally and physically, it’s worth catching clips of the Invictis Games that were held this last summer and promoted by Prince Harry.

@Francesca – your post lights up this thread

have to use your word.. heart wrenching , has no other word for this plight we are all in ? no?

it’s a tearful , mind set that we all must come to bear

our men in arms.. the opioid crisis… our elected officials

thank you for this – NICE – read

“…This beautiful land has been good to us ”

I hold on to this

I went in to a three month fugue.. after the president elect

I have not made peace.. yet.. I respect

this is an elect that voted

thru hell and high water.. will I stand

I honor and eye to eye fellow brethren

take care of us

Salute

So beautifully put, Francesca!!!! You are exactly the kind of immigrant that America so sorely needs today….someone who loves and respects the US and who wholeheartedly chose to become part of our national experience and all that it has traditionally entailed!!! It absolutely inspired me as I read your most touching post, which was certainly reminiscent of the sentiments I have frequently heard from many a native Italian who has become a citizen of our great country. To my mind, your fellow expatriates are some of the most patriotic and devoted “Americans” I have ever met, and you, dear lady,… Read more »

And think of how hard it must be for the vets who do respect our country, it’s values, and fight for them to have to come home to hear and see what’s going on at all levels…I won’t bother to list them. It must be very disheartening. I know it is for those of us who live it day to day. And then have to deal with ptsd, injuries, and just fitting in again like Chris has had to do. Knowing he isn’t really playing a role as Chet but has and continues to live through it. Tears and sadness,… Read more »

Oh my goodness! I was just thinking that same thing today!! The resemblance and the mannerisms and just general ‘vibe’ really are evident! Let’s keep Helena dead and bring in someone who is related to her.

@Jimmy….The entire show could have done without “Man Landers!” It’s been an utterly absurd storyline and having the highly annoying Nurse Amy as part of it only made it all the worse!!!! Moreover, whilst I salute GH for having a real-life vet on the canvas, I’m none too jazzed about the drug angle of his currently precarious existence….I was hoping instead for a more heroic physical rehab emphasis. Lastly, I would be delighted if Cassandra were to be revealed as Helena’s chip off the old Cassadine, well, not quite, because as you say, she certainly won’t be Mikkos’ offspring per… Read more »

Jimmy and Jeanine… I have been thinking that about Casandra/Jessica and Helena since I first saw her arrive onto GH. There’s her resemblance to Helena, and also that her name Cassadra starts with the first letters of Cassadine. What bothers me is that I like Jessica Tuck. And while I think there is room for a hard hitting story on drugs and opiods, I just wish she didn’t have to be the really bad, bad person heading this awful crime.

Steve…For someone who only tolerates aspirin, I had my own experience regarding health providers, probably unknowingly at the time, giving me oxycoden (sp?) when I was recovering from surgery a couple of years ago. In hospital they had me on it for the pain, and gave me prescriptions to continue using when I got home. Not knowing much about prescribed drugs and trusting my doctors, I just kept calling my GP or surgeon for refill prescriptions. If I hadn’t been watching a talk show one day I wouldn’t have know how dangerous and addictive it was. So I stopped cold… Read more »

your crush on Dr. Klein is quite cute, Soaphound! I think you’re smitten!

I love Amy. Personally? I actually like Amy and Nathan better than Maxi and Nathan!

I wholeheartedly agree with you! Mr. Van Etten is a very nice looking man. And I, too, want the gorgeous and talented fella playing Dr. Klein to stick around. I love seeing him on my screen. More, please!!

Agreed, Jessica. And finally a man with great hair without those silly faux crew cuts like they make Billy Miller wear. Instead of that ugly beard Jason has to sport, how about letting the hair on his head grow! I hope Chris becomes a keeper. Ditch Jordan, Nelle, and Charlotte to pay for it.

Harry…Be kind. Without Amy and ManLanders we might not have gotten Mr. Van Etten as Chet. :))

Harry…stop! LOL! Amy is adorable…in looks and personality! We need a sincere, good person on the show. She fits the bill. (I actually think she’s beautiful…gorgeous face, hair…). And she’s so sincere! Give Ms. Amy a break!

Amen, Harry! “Team Chet” all the way!!!!!!! I say keep him and send his overly- chirpy chick of a sis on a one-way book tour outta Port Chuck!

@Harry….If Rebel Wilson and Meghan McCain had a lovechild, it would be “Nurse Amy!”

You’re right, Harry! Nathan has become a laughing stock whilst masquerading as “@$$-Man Landers.” The name alone is utterly humiliating and the entire subterfuge has become a joke that is now turning into a seriously bad situation for this too gullible nice guy!

Well, I’m with you up until the part about sending Chet off with Nurse Amy! The man has already served his country and been to hell and back (no disrespect intended there….) with his horrible injuries and now drug addiction. What incentive would he have to get and stay clean if it means the prospect of having to put up with a future stuck by his overbearing chatterbox of a sibling???? That notion could make anyone want to escape into a world of substance abuse!!!!!

Amy doesn’t even come close to Carly annoying. Amy’s a light of sincerity and adorability…and I LOVE her friendship with Nathan! This cute little story line, which since has evolved into a story of love, family and inspiration has allowed Nathan to show a very humane, compassionate side. And this is probably the first time that a platonic relationship has been for such a worthy cause. I actually think Amy and Nathan are much more interesting to watch than Maxie and Nathan! Maxie has been too engaging since her return; doesn’t feel like the same character. She’s hardened… I’d love… Read more »

Amy IS smart, Patrick. She’s a nurse as well as a writer. She also has a head full of common sense/innate intelligence…since it’s HER advice that people are relating to. Yes, she comes off girly and giggly…but I see that as a refreshing change from most of the cynical characters walking around. She’s one of the few “pure” hearts of the show. I’m hoping they don’t change her too much. And as I’ve mentioned a lot…I really like her chemistry with Nathan. They’re just sweet together. And I think if allowed, they could really into deeper characters together. They’re already… Read more »