Too much Tony! I hope that doesnt mean you were enjoying Nathan instead!

Lol, Leo and Timmm.
There is no human alive, male or female whose eyes do not enjoy feasting on Nathan. Grrrrowl !!!!!!

Will this rumor finally die, you mean?
Okay, but Luke first.

You took the words right out of my mouth.

Laura could possibly be his redemption, Nancy. But let’s just leave it at that. She could be his therapist, not his lover…please, ye gods, no love scenes with Luke…oh, my…barf.

Louisa, Nancy and Andy…OH MY!
You all say it so well, so I have nothing to add but thank you.

PS. I mean Luke killed off. God bless Tony….he has been ill. I would never wish harm upon anyone….just the character….sorry.

Took the words right out of my mouth. After decades of watching GH, it’s time to retire Luke forever.

It’s funny that you should make mention of this subject, CeeCee. A few weeks back, I had a similar observation about Sappy….it was moderated out of existence, but I questioned whether an “instant” and “contrived” foreshadowed fling with Mikey was designed to provide yet another sap to father a little “Sapster,” should a pregnancy storyline of convenience be required. (Needless to say, I certainly hope not! The thought of a Quartermaine heir being brought into the world via this unsuitable miss makes me want to hurl!) P.S. Speaking of previous posts, I did reply to a number of yours and they didn’t make it online….hope you received them in your inbox! One was about your sweet little Rosalba and her proud milestone and the other a less pleasant subject…I’m sure you can hazard a guess! LOL….

@Shay.
Hi, there, girl.
Alas, I did not receive any of your posts. Coincidentally, I have sent you a few also, that did not make it.
You do have a point, in that, Sabrina/Theresa may be with child and this storyline with Michael was contrived for said reason.
As far as Emme, formerly known as Marcey, or Marcy,…..she is more or less my size…I am a bit taller and somewhat more endowed (unfortunately for me) , so a little tummy growth stands out. Perhaps it was my imagination and saw something that wasn’t there? We shall see.

Rosalba is gorgeous! ….walking on her own on two steady, chubby legs…thank-you.
And, yes !!!!! I can guess…in fact, I am sure your thoughts were reciprocated by mine.

Shay, a less pleasant subject? Have you been talking about ME again?
Seriously, the idea of Sappy having a mini me toddling around the Q mansion is a vexing thought.
Yesterday, Sappy was getting all giddy and excited about the Nurse’s Ball. I think she’s going to perform a Disney on Ice number and she will be singing, “Let it Go!”

@Harry…..I would NEVER, EVER term you as such! You have been nothing but a pure delight since I first encountered you here at MFSoaps! (And that’s not simply due to our shared antipathy for Sappy, aka “Sparkle Pony!” LOL.) However, you are so right when you observe that the notion of this puke-provoking progeny is one neither of us would wish to see reaching actual fruition ala Chez Quartermaine. As for “Disney on Ice, 2015 Edition,” I would sincerely hope for the Sapster to be “Let Go” once and for all!!!!

Jim, you crack me up.

I like Traci and Luke together too, Timm.

Hope it’s not a day or three like the warm actress Dee Wallace Stone. What another missed opportunity for TPTB to develop a story between Luke and his long-lost sister. Hope they don’t do a great injustice to Genie this time around like they did before. Hope Genie will stick up for herself and be given the dignity she deserves. I’m waiting–with a bit of hope—still.

Nancy, I don’t mean to be disrespectful but there is no comparison between Dee Wallace Stone’s Patricia and Genie Frances’s Laura.
Laura was a front burner character before she laid eyes on Luke. As much as I like Dee Wallace, let’s face it, Patricia was part of damage control.

Great analogy, DAMAGE CONTROL.
I simply called it back-peddling.

Ah, Jimh, when I need a smile I come to this site and look for your comments…I would love to see Genie get a storyline for herself and not just as some prop for Luke or Scott. I don’t want to see her get back together with Luke because Tracy is perfect for him and, as I’ve said before, Jane Elliot is a much better acting/sparring partner for Tony than Genie ever was…(said by the woman who cut college classes to watch special L&L episodes) 🙂

Shes just coming back to get her hairbrush. She left it at Shadybrook!

Its as dumb as Robin disappearing again!

I am a little confused by the analogy/analysis myself. Harry, you are the professor, so perhaps I err.
I don’t know about Rodd, but I don’t understand how “The door is always open” is an oxymoron. What am I missing?
I thought that an oxymoron ‘happens’ in a sentence when two contradictory words or concepts are used subsequent of each other….such as “icy hot” or “poor little rich girl”.
I would love to hear your professional explanation/expertise on the subject.

And, I too, hope that Genie will not appear for a short stint and then be a spec on the horizon once again.

Hey there, Harry! I wasn’t comparing Genie Francis and Dee Wallace Stone–just saying TPTB missed another opportunity to strengthen the Spencer family ties.
Genie is the bomb–and always an incomparable, luminous, passionate presence on screen. And, yes, she was there BEFORE TG and L and L. You are right on, Harry, as usual–I really like your humor.

How so, Rodd?

Thank you for responding, Nancy.
I was not disagreeing with you comparing the actresses, but the characters and their relation to the GH legacy.
But I think I understand what you’re saying.

So, the has been Laura- people are supposed to put her on a pedisil and treat her as royalty and give her fanny a big smooch, aha ya…
Her story(s) are no different than anybody else’s, she gets what she gets..
It a fair playing field..
Since her absence others have given their all to GH, and are above her storys wise, now..she has to sduck it up 🙂 lol

Suoo, how is Laura a has been but Luke is not?
Genie Frances has been very gracious despite being treated like utter crappolla and is the last one to demand special treatment.
I don’t understand your point but has Laura joined your “I-Hate-Sharon” club?

hey Harry..
I’m not sure how I will feel about the Laura character,, never seen her strut her stuff..
To me she will be newbie lol .. 🙂

BTW…Nancy, or…? I really and truly LOVE your pseudonym.

It was Britt…i didnt know she now sells Avon!!!…lol

Why is Britt gone but Sparkle Pony continues to trot?

Its Faison in a Britta mask!

Yeayyy!! Pure joy. It was great seeing Britt.
Did you notice how Spencer flew into her arms? That was a truly veritable Kelly–Nicolas moment….what a touchingly authentic reunion. I loved it.

Exactly, CeeCee…..The joy that all the actors displayed for KT’s much-appreciated return was so genuinely warm and believable! Mr. Cooper, Liesl and Spencer seemed just as thrilled as we were to welcome this gorgeous dynamo back to town! I truly hope she can stick around for awhile, if for no other reason that Brad and she are sorely needed to make comment upon the fashion “yays and nays” of Port Charles…we can’t do all the work! However—LOL—just a few quick observations: Anna was as chic and classy as expected, fabulous color for her! Liz was utterly breathtaking….pretty in pale pink, very regal in her Audrey Hepburn-esque mode. Maxie’s dress was truly lovely….just so delicate and ethereal. And, of course, Alexis didn’t disappoint, falling out of her usual far-too-revealing attire whilst sharing herself with the world in all of her “Cooper’s Droop” glory!!!! (God help her…) Last but not least, the truly magnificent Dr. O’s style statement as “The Lady in Red” was totally befitting of her flamboyant image, really unforgettable…..what great fun! KG rocks!

@Shay.
Hi.
I replied to your comment, sweetie….alas, it did not make it. I shall re-phrase. I hope I can contain myself….but, with these allergies…hmmmmm, I don’t know….I will try by not mentioning anything negative…LOL.
I thought it was a beautifully written commentary on the ladies’s apparel…I even complimented ALL the guys….so dashing and debonair.
My favorites were Maxie’s and Lulu’s. Valerie’s top was simply splendid. However, I thought the motif should have carried throughout….same fabric and, I would have chosen a one-piece in lieu of a two-piece…..mid-drift? Nah! It is just my opinion….if one goes formal, then that attire defeats the purpose. She looked fab, nonetheless. Actually, they all looked better than some thespians on the Red Carpet….kudos.
Elizabeth looked like a princess…but, no bun….too matronly. …..beautiful, nonetheless.
Anna did not disappoint….sedate, yet sophisticated.
I liked Carly’s as well….not outlandish…she has flair.
The juxtaposition of Alexis’s arms and hands pretty much covered what I did not want to see….but, to her credit, the flash that I did see was okay…not the typical…”here THEY are….” The camera barely skimmed over her.
As corny as this may sound, Shay……I really like Nancy. I’m serious. I like the actress. I think you understand, I am not being facetious. But, Alexis, the attorney, should take a look-see at Alicia Florrick/Julianna Margulies (THE GOOD WIFE).
And, as I said above…Lucy blew me away…..I love her style.

@CeeCee…Yes, many of my (even quite innocuous) comments have been falling through the moderating cracks as of late. It has become tedious. Hence, just know that I have not been ignoring you….or the other kind folk who reply to me. I needed a few days off, so I didn’t even try to post over Sunday-Monday….now I’m back! (And I can relate to the allergies….awful, aren’t they?) Anyway, we agree on numerous fashion points. I totally concur that “Princess Elizabeth” was beautiful….I also felt the bun was too severe for her delicate features, but I surmised it was in keeping with the “Audrey” theme….not my choice, necessarily, but RB managed to pull it off. I totally adored the color, cut and fabric of Anna’s gown…..it complimented her well-honed frame and was perfect for her exquisite tango routine. I thought Val-Chops’ croptop was quite cute, too, but the skirt was too LillyPulitizer, luau-themed for me. I hate bright and gauche! I think Maxie could have carried off that tiny top much better on her petite frame, although her dress was simply angelic….really bridal in nature. Loved it! Alas, I found Lulu and Carly’s garb to be a bit akin to beauty-pageant wear…..although the vivid shades definitely flattered their blonde coloring. As for Alexis, perhaps she was not as exhibitionist in nature as usual, but it would have been refreshing to see her covered up for once….most of the other ladies managed to do so. (As for NG….not really a fan. But then, I’m not interested in most actors/actresses as “personalities” so their views and musings outside of the “business” don’t grab me. If they rivet me onscreen, I’m satisfied, and if not, then, whatever. But you are quite right about the wardrobe of “Alicia Florrick” I do not watch “The Good Wife,” but I am very aware of JM’s style, and it is drop-dead professional!) Overall, I found this year’s NB’s fashion extravaganza to be truly disappointing….to me the majority of the crowd looked like they shopped for prom dresses at Goodwill!!! Then again, it certainly paled in comparison to the Met Gala’s sartorial nightmares….what the? That used to be one of the most exclusive, elegant, sophisticated events of the social season, and now it’s been reduced to a reality tv special with each attendee fighting for the “worst-dressed” title! Lord have mercy!

Yes, wuv Brad and Britt witty banter…lame Lucas is my sleeping pill-he often puts me to sleep…our marvelous Mutter once again stole the show…she should be on Broadway in some cabaret type musical!!!

Well, Shay? Look at the participants of that sartorial gala…..Kim Kardashian? Beyonce? Rihanna? I love Rihanna’s music, that’s about it.
I care not how much money one has…those garish ‘outfits’ bespoke of la bourgeoisie. But, these women seem to be leading the fashion world…without class. Why? ….because they are exalted into the unreachable firmament…..is it a wonder we call them stars? Ha! and double Ha!
Les nouveaux riches sont tres gauches. Je ne suis pas impressionne.
One does not see that in any of our charity balls, attended by NYC’s creme de la creme.
However….one does need sparkle and obtrusively showy pop-culture-art. Where was Sarah Ferguson?…LOL. She would have fit right in that spectacle.

Pomp and circumstance is a thing of the past. Certainly not fit for the late Grace Kelly, Ava Gardner, RITA Hayworth, Princess Diana or the Duchess of Cambridge, albeit Scarlet Johansen and Charlize Theron are reminiscent of Old Hollywood.

I agree that Carly’s dress came right of ‘Prom’ rack…but, that’s my point…..she was not hanging out. Lulu’s dress-style was gorgeous….imagine it in black. (By the by…the little bump was still there)…..LOL
I cannot risk describing Jordan’s dress ….and some others. I will be castigated.

Yes, now that you mentioned it, i do remember you suggesting 99 Bottles of Beer(lame joke…im kidding…lol)…99 Luftballoons…i still believe on Monday we will have our little ‘Phantom Of The Soap Opera’ moment…will he pull of his mask!!! and what would you think of ‘Mappy Q’, a son for Micheal Q and Sappy Santiago???…lol

There is other words other than “she-devil” I would use to describe Jill Phelps but then my post would not get past the monitors.

Completely agree with Harry & Kelly. Ursula aka JFPhelps has ALWAYS
only had eyes for Steve Burton, why do you think he followed her to Y&R?
She needed his endless followers and in return promised him anything
that he wanted.

That is really funny; I heard they did not get along. When Maura West was on Y&R as Diane (?)-I think, or Diana (?)-the character was not liked either and she ended up leaving in a short amount of time. Luke and Laura were before my time, as well. I do remember them returning with Lucky in the 90’s-when Luke had his night club (loved that club) and they were entangled with the Wards and poor Genie-was always dressed in those frumpy clothes. Well, I think she looks amazing and I hope they have a good storyline for her-her last arc was boring, I thought.

JFP was only at YR 2 weeks with Genie. MAB was the exec producer and head writer when enie was on YR

Su is pretty quick …funny and cute with her answers, right, Harry? …impertinent girl !!! LOL.
Genie’s name on Y&R was Genevieve Atkinson; Colin’s ex-wife. And, Victor’s short lived mistress.
I must disagree with you both, though. I thought she was great. She played both the rich-bitch dame and the bar wench with absolute ease ….her acting on cue, and unswerving…..if my memory serves me right.

Remember how astute she was in deceiving Victor? Imagine hoodwinking Victor !!…..has anyone ever succeeded in doing that? C’mon, she was as sneaky as can be….a true mistress of her craft…no pun intended. She was invaluable when Victor lost his memory…..as was Billy. (Miller)

You put a smile on my face this morning, Harry; after reading your comment …..”I was just trying to agree with Su about something”…..that’s rich……How about Genie/Laura killing Sharon? How do these at-the-ready retorts come to you? Do you moonlight as a stand-up comic? ….too funny….’gotta’ run….my sisters and I are going to nursery with the kids to buy plants/flowers for the flower beds….what fun! More screaming, yelling and screeching…LOL.

The think is, they didn’t just have Genie’s character (I suddenly forgot her name) written off Y&R. They had the character humiliated and figuratively tarred and feathered again and again. Everyone in town, even the lowest of the low, were allowed to kick her verbally. I think even Lily and Summer were allowed to go a few rounds on this character.
In fact, they had Victor’s retired golden retriever come back just to bark at her.

Hey Suoo–there was a spoiler than Genie Frances’s character was about to murder Sharon right before she was written off Y&R?
How do you like her now?

You have to understand that not everyone is a fan of Genie Francis’ Laura. There are a lot of GH fans who did not watch her grow up and come to love her. I was born in 1988 so obviously I’m one of those fans. Yes, I have watched some GH on youtube from that era. I am APPALLED that the producers turned what Luke did to Laura into a ‘seduction” scene instead of keeping it what it really was and is. WORST of all, that the producers would have Laura marry Luke!!! NOTHING, in my opinion, can be said to justify that. I can show Genie some respect for rising to the occasion to make that horrendous story line work and for helping to save the show.

Yes, Justin, I wish everyone could watch Laura on youtube–I watch when I can and always get a lump in my throat or laugh at Luke and Laura in the same apartment building–or Laura and Luke and Robert Scorpio–it’s the sheer FUN that I miss so much–watching the sparks fly as well as hearing the sparkling dialogue–and the adlibbing–how great was that! Genie Francis has said in interviews that she laughed so much (off-camera) that her stomach hurt! The actors were having a great time and so were the loyal viewers–that’s why we long for something comparable today. Writer, hone that sense of humor and get cracking!

I love Genie Francis, and, I did not know her or Luke, as a couple. She exudes that intangible quality/aura that is hard to explain. I simply love her.
Moreover, I do concur with Harry, in that, she was shamed on Y&R. It seems that those two little inconsequential nonentities, those harridans better known as Lily and Summer took pleasure in berating her. I wish someone would kick the viragoes’s A$$.

ohhh Harry!!
wouldn’t that have been wonderful!
Sharon killed by Genie Francis character!!
I would make a statute of the Genie Character in honor of her kill
(i cant recall her character name on Y&R, I didn’t pay much attention to her (boring lol ..

Justin, hi
I do not hate Laura.. I have not seen her.. before my time..

I said- ”myself and assuredly many others, we have never seen Laura..
Anyone who started watching GH after 1988ish have never seen Laura..
That being said- she will simply be a new character to possibly a million plus..

that is not hating her that is a fact..

With all due respect, Justin….I could never understand why opining/critiquing a character , a writer, a scene even, makes a poster a hater…..I know Su can speak for herself….chill, man! It’s her opinion.
Su and I disagree on so many things…but, we tell each other why. ….actually get a kick out of each other’s comments….no haters here….

Suooo is lucky to have you in her corner, Cee Cee.
You’re right–Genie was good in that part on Y&R. She did the best she could.
I was just trying to agree with Su00 about something.

CeeCee. My point is, there are many who’ve heard this news and are very excited about it. Genie Francis, a very important character in the history of this show (like it or not) was treated badly by this show for years, and we’re hoping this could be a turn around. So please don’t tell me to chill. I think it’s fascinating that Genie Francis was the number 2 trending item on social media after it was announced, so I disagree with what Su0000 said, that “she will be a new character for milliions of us”.

I agree with both of you.

Hi, dmr,,
we among a million or more who never seen Laura and Luke, or Laura anything, it was before our time..
She will be a new character to me, as you..
I never seen Laura with or without Luke, as million(s) others ..
Anyone who tuned in after 1987 never knew of the couple lol
Her short stint on GH she was boring and messing with Scotty..
(I was not impressed…. will be interesting to see what they do with Laura..
(she is no longer 19 but a grandmother)

You haven’t seen anything until you see the comedic banter that Luke and Laura had–all through the Left-handed Boy storyline (Luke and Laura on the run) and the banter (and wonderful love and romance) between them when they lived in the apartment complex together–him upstairs, her downstairs. This was after they return from being on the run. Check it out on youtube. I do all the time. It’s so wonderful. Great writing and, most importantly, great adlibbing on TG’s and Genie’s part.

I agree. It is a wonder to watch how devoted Tracy is. I think Luke and Tracy are good for each other. Why fix something that ” ain’t” broken?
Some couples, as Luke and Laura, cannot reconnect. Leave well enough alone, I say. Laura should be allowed to find herself, and not be glued to anyone, at this time.

PS.
Speaking of of Y&R’s characters? Fake Jack Abbot looks like a popinjay, today. Holy Gawwd !!

@CeeCee….A “popinjay!” LMAO…..I don’t even watch Y&R, but that description of “FJ” sent me into a cacophony of giggles! Good one, Girl!

A girl can wish!!!

I’m ok with Emme. I just can’t get used to her as Lulu because in my head, she is still Abby Carlton Newman.

LOL
From what I’ve heard,, The families were far from a love-in..
and-
Luke and Laura’s marriage was very short lived to be any type of a great family..

Today.. the Q’s still stick together..
Today.. The Continents are a true soap family.. love and a mess..
And the traditional brother against brother and families against families, is there..
(sheesh even a newbie knows that is the soaps families lol ..

IF the soaps ever had family ”camaraderie” it was short lived before the turmoil set in.. lol

GH and its’ families are great, intriguing, and are ‘soap’ families..
behind the betrayals is always the love or some darn good hate going on lol

Su…there was much more family dynamics back in the day. The Quartermaines were dysfunctional, hilarious, close and at ep the center of many stories. Lila and Edward, Tracy, Alan, AJ, Jason, Emily, Skye, Alice, Justice, Lois…people were always at their mansion…Brends, Sonny, Nicolas…Robert Scorpio, Sean…for good or bad things were always happening. And the bickering was priceless. Scotty had his dad Lee and Lee’s girlfriend…can’t remember her name. Elizabeth and her sister Sarah and their ” gram” …Anna, Robert, Tiffany, Duke, Holly…all intertwined and always involved in some high caper espionage. Luke, Laura, Lucky, Lulu…

Point is I still watch and love GH, but it barely resembles gets it was. Those hours were jam packed with love, fun , family, adventure…and the zaniness that still goes on today…but even more so. It was a great show…Classic, vintage soapy fun…

Nancy…there something about your writing…your phraseology that teases the mind….did I know you in another life? Hmmmm…..I got a chill, suddenly.

Seems you take a story too seriously..
Tony is an actor, he was asked what he’d like perform, he wanted the story as an actor it was a challenge and a great legacy..
It was a story.. nothing serious..

I loved the story and Tony took it to great heights..
Tony/Luke is many things, he goes every which way..
He jumps from one personality to another, and that is what makes him one of the great ones!!!
his personality last few months will differ from his now personality..
It will all come full circle 🙂

Nancy, I concur completely and like you, I have loved Tony Geary and his creation Luke for over thirty years.
He is absolutely brilliant and there was always a sense of fun interjected into his sense of tragedy. One always had the feeling with Luke that his way of coping with his messed up childhood was to externalize those demons through adventure and mostly, through humor. Remember when Luke was funny? Most funny people (certainly most comics) suffer from depression so Luke’s funny bit always jived with me.
But this latest damage control story took all the fun out of Luke–it zapped up his spirit and I even thought his acting responded accordingly.

At the awards Tony said;
He was taking his trophy back to Amsterdam with him..

but still, that doesn’t mean he is leaving GH. just a time out perhaps..
well, time will tell..
As of now, nobody, nobody knows if he will exit or stay..
(I say- he will stay on on with GH

And Dan, as I stated, Fluke is not over. It started to get a little stale and then April 1st happened. Now that Genie is back they have an opportunity to really lift this story to new heights! I hope it will silence Tony’s critics.

Torquamada, you’re singing Suoo’s song, but I ask you where oh where do you see ANYONE here wanting Laura to try to be the same young woman she was in the 80’s? Honestly, that would be depressing as all hell.Simplistic thinking is one of my pet peeves and you certainly are guilty of that but thank you for reinstating the obvious.
Almost everyone here is delighted that Genie is coming back, however, almost everyone also agrees that they do not want her to go back with Luke. Instead, we’d like her to move on, evolve, stop being Luke’s appendage and be happy on her own.
I do not understand why people such as yourself need to remind us intelligent folk that we cannot go back into the past. I’d rather re read The Great Gatsby than be reminded of that fact then hear it from someone on a soap opera comment section thank you very much.

Very well said, Aria. Torquemada…your comment was not only offensive but narrow minded and limited. First, I don’t know how old you are but Genie Francis is in her 50s. Hardly ” geriatric.” She’s the mother of Lulu and Nicolas…does the demographic of which you speak have those? Do family dramas not usually include parents and grandparents. From The WALTON’S to The O.C., DALLAS to NASHVILLE, shows have portrayed people from all walks of life, stages and ages in life. And guess what? People ALL THROUGH their lives have stories to tell…adventures to go on and love to experience.

Most stories revolve around family and friends…perhaps soaps aren’t for you…

Thanks, Rebecca!

CeeCee 🙁
read the tweets- RC and FV..
RC tweeted a scene of Brad and Britt that was cut out, awesome..
they are tweeting lots of info..

Yes, I watched. Seems it was all about Tony Geary pleasing TG–nothing at all about the fans nor the fans’ reaction. And that just proves what TG has said all along–he doesn’t care about the fans’ devotion or reaction. Guess he would rather play to his fellow actors, directors, writers than his fans. So be it.