Wait for what? There is nothing to wait for. i tried to like them. they are like a bad joke someone told me. unfunny and dont make sense. Nothing against you. You like them and so do others. im fine with that. They will never be my cup of tea!!!

My dear CeeCee….Do you know what I most appreciate about our “correspondence?” (Hint: No, not our mutually-wicked sense of humor, although I adore that, too!….) It’s that we share such an honesty and conviviality when it comes to our differing views, be they on “Nina” and MS, or any other subject—no remarks, no matter how candid, or even opposing… ever come between us ….we don’t allow them to get in the way of a fine friendship! (Personally, I cannot for the life of me comprehend being so invested in any fictional character or the person who portrays them that a well-aimed negative crack or two could arouse ire and animus….what a waste!) Having said that, I, likewise, would absolutely love to have a real, proper chat with you…’twould be an epic experience, to be sure—and undoubtedly, the great beginning of an endless conversation! However, our limited back and forth posts of the written variety shall simply have to suffice! Alas, I’m just grateful for this lovely opportunity to communicate with you, not to mention all the other wonderful people we’ve “met” here at MFSoaps! (And I know that you’re equally thankful, since you’ve so graciously stated as much on previous occasions.) P.S. In terms of the Nina/Franco farce….if it were purely intended to come off as ridiculous, then it rates as a magnificent success! LOL….

Know what, CeeCee? This is just a stab in the dark, but I’m thinking that Ric may be in cahoots with Madeline. She’ll never stop trying to get back the fortune she considers to be her due and what finer way than to employ that oily eel of an attorney—now better known as her son-in-law—Ric? That would make this impromptu marriage have some semblance of logic, because you already know that Lansing certainly didn’t wed Nina out of the goodness of his heart! Hmmm…..

@ Aria.
I love Nina and Roger also, Aria. But, by the same token, I understand why the character turns some people off. She came on too strong from the onset. Perhaps if I weren’t already a fan from her years on Y&R, I would feel the same way. I am just waiting for the writers to give both her and Roger, a significant and intelligently written storyline.

@Shay.
Hello, there!
The British Red Nose Day is certainly grand and spectacular, no doubt. But, Shay, we are newbies….and, the intent is THE CHILDREN and the CAUSE. I really could care less who sang or what clothing was worn, albeit, I agree that Paltrow is the same in person, as she appears on our screen….a Prima Donna. She is far from being First Lady (woman).
She is a product of New York’s upper crust….I could name a few more with no real genealogy of which to speak, but I won’t. You have heard of the nouveaux riches, I am sure.
I must emphasize that behavior is not practiced by all…..including my family.
Any charity to do with kids? I’ll be there…I love ALL children. The squalor that some of these kids live with, day in, day out, ……the disease and desperation, is like a vise in my heart.
Kudos to Jack Black…..so invested in making a difference.

Back to Nina. I agree. TPTB have ruined only the character, but the impeccable image of Michelle, as an actress cannot be obliterated. Those of us who are familiar with her thespian attributes, and then some, are pretty ‘pissed’ off…I know, I am. Nina should have never been introduced as such.
I do love MadMaddie, , albeit her eyes are starting to scare me….I wonder if she is able to close them? However, she put all this in motion when she decided to play God. I believe there was always something between mother and daughter, since childhood, that did not jive between them. Lord only knows what Nina witnessed, as a child….and, why did Maddie not seek REAL help for her child, if she had noticed anything untoward? ….it has always been about me, myself, and I with MadMaddie.
I hope and pray that Maddie’s return gives us a believable storyline and that the writers delve into the past of this mismatched mother and daughter. I refuse to believe that Nina’s temperamental (lol…will not call her crazy) behavior is due only to herself. MadMaddie watered that seed.
So, WRITERS!!!!! Give us some pulpy action…..C’mon, now!!

Oh, CeeCee….Needless to say, I’ve no doubt that you and yours would never behave in the often atrocious manner of the “noveaux riches!” Your words alone bespeak of that well-born sensibility better known as “noblesse oblige”…..it’s highly apparent that you possess such a huge, generous heart— particularly where children are concerned—hence, you are the epitome of the concept! Quite frankly, I’ve never understood the newly-affluent’s frequent tendencies for louche, low-brow antics…one would think they’d simply display some gratitude for their great fortune in life, instead of being boorish and overbearing. (As I was always instructed, good manners and morals are priceless commodities, and yet, they cost nothing, so there is no excuse under the sun for anyone not to employ them…but then, it takes all kinds!!!) At any rate, of course, you are right when you state that the Red Nose telethon was more about results than the actual show itself. I did not partake of the program, but read about it in the British press, so that is how I came to know of certain aspects of the presentation….for a first-time effort, it had an admirable outcome. As for the true meaning of Memorial Day, we are also on the same page…I was brought up with a deep respect for the military and those who fought for our freedom…I think the holiday lost much of its solemnity and impact when the notion of a three-day weekend was introduced in place of the original commemoration that was always marked on the pre-designated May 30th date….back then it was all about respectful memorials and honorary parades before picnics, barbecues, parties and other such merriments were even allowed to commence. Sadly, this is just another example of an old-school tradition now sadly consigned to the ash heap of history. As for the subject of “La Nina,” I think it shall be nearly impossible to right that ship as it has sailed so far off course…you had a horribly-drawn character, a hideously over-acted role and a ridiculous storyline….there is no saving grace to be derived from that terrible trifecta. Still, I’m anxiously anticipating the return of Madeline/Magda, although I’m not certain that we shall ever be enlightened as to the true origins of Nina’s condition (Nature vs. nurture, so to speak….) You’re already aware that I remain on the side of her being afflicted from birth, or at least early childhood, and I do believe Maddie made some effort to deal with her “problem offspring” via the expertise of Dr. O., but it was all for naught. Me thinks Mama Reeves simply gave up in utter exasperation, and in the process, created the CrayClay monster we see today. Having said that, for me, the real event is the upcoming reunion of the Sisters Westbourne… that is where the true substance of this saga exists and I cannot wait to savor the sight of those Swiss Sibs once again sharing the same frame—or jail cell, as the case may be…LOL!!!! Should be both a treat and a thrill!!! By the way, speaking of Donna Mills’ eyes, have you seen that popular YouTube of her cosmetic tutorial featuring the brightly-hued shadows of the ’80’s??? It’s a real nostalgia trip, but naturally, she looks absolutely gorgeous all the same!….Anyway, I really must go now…it’s the wee hours of Tuesday morning, and after having lost this response once before (late last evening) I am trying to replicate it as best I can recall….I do hope you had a lovely weekend, and thank you for your similar greetings. Later, Girl!!!!