(SoapOperaNetwork.com) -- January heats up in Llanview.
THIS WEEK ON: ONE LIFE TO LIVE
Marty returns to her self-destructive ways; Bo and Nora have their hands full with Matthew; Jessica uncovers a shocking secret; Renee is visited by an old friend; Cole ventures down a path of destruction; Todd vows to change his ways; Llanview High is smitten with Schuyler, and Shane is shocked by what he sees.
The Inside Story: Family Squabbles Nora shares her discovery with Bo, who blasts Matthew for his actions. Matthew has tough questions for Nora and Bo. Meanwhile, Jessica returns to the scene of the crime in search of answers. Tess takes charge, while Jessica battles Bess. Later, Jessica learns a dirty little secret. Across town, Bo drags Matthew to the principal's office to come clean, and later confides in Rex.
A Closer Look: She's A Rebel Janet asks her old friend Renee for assistance. Tea schedules a meeting with Schuyler to discuss his mother's suicide. John gives Blair a dose of her own medicine when discussing Todd and Marty. Cole looks for Marty, finding her somewhere unexpected. Marty wants a change of scenery. Viki demands Todd pull himself up by his bootstraps. Starr and Schuyler begin to bond. Todd pours out his heart. Cole becomes a pill popper. Wes is none to pleased with his new boss. Todd makes a promise to Starr. John is upset at Marty's new living arrangements. Roxy points out the obvious to Blair. Jessica and Brody recall thoughts in therapy. The Iraqi boy speaks to Brody for the first time. Wes assures Brody that he told the truth. Marty smarts off to Nora and runs away. Cole suffers from a bout of jealousy. Marty puckers up to one of the men in her life. Starr comes to a realization about Cole, but has her own problems to deal with. Wes has something he needs to get off his chest. Gigi has words of comfort for Brody.
What to Watch
Shane sees something he shouldn't. Rex and Shane have "the talk." Langston and Lola receive a letter from Ray. Vanessa is suspicious of Tea. Cristian confesses to Antonio. Cristian and Vanessa become husband and wife in every sense of the word. Madam Delphina comes to Dorian's aid. Dorian has her sights set on David.
SON ALERTS: WEEK OF January 19, 2009
Monday: Jessica's three personalities start to become one; Marty sticks her claws in an old adversary; Brody's world is shattered.
Tuesday: Pre-empted.
Wednesday: Todd pleads with Blair; Schuyler has secrets of his own; the Plain White T's rock Ultra Violet.
Thursday: Jessica's revelation stuns Natalie and Jared; Wes has a shoulder to cry on; John and Blair have a difference of opinion.
Friday: Janet is offered a deal; Dorian has an announcement to make; Matthew steals something from Cole.
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Yes, I have been watching sporadically, Shelly, but I don't particularly enjoy it. I can't get into it any longer but have it on as I scoot around with chores. I honestly think that it was ruined beyond redemption for me by highlighting Todd so much and you know I'm not exactly interested in that character, to say the least. lol.
When I do pay attention, what I see is the behind the scenes agendas, such as Bree Williamson's golden girl status, and I don't like that. If I compare it to Y&R, say, there's just a world of difference, so for me, there's little point in discussion.
And then there's Tuc Watkins and his David. I used to LOVE him. Now that he's this cartoonish monk spouting nonsense and over the top acting (eyeing that money yesterday) I just cringe.
I agree with you about the show, though by now you should know not to compare anything on ABC to either of the Bell shows. Both of them are just plain ol better written. I keep meaning to tune back in because I love the guy who will be playing the new teacher...Loved him on GH
And about Tuc...I kind of agree, he isn't as funny as he was. Though his character on DH is really good and very funny. Do you watch?
Yes, I do watch DH and really get a kick out of it, in spite of husband's grumblings about it being so silly, lol. TW does have a good role and I do like his scenes.
You're right, though, about trying to compare apples and oranges when it comes to ABC soaps and Bell's. The writing, the acting, all of it is on such different levels. I shake my head sometimes when I remember how much I used to love OLTL, that we used to talk about it all the time here and at the big other board. And I used to CRAVE spoilers from Raven and gobble up her weekly columns over a cuppa something Saturday mornings and now I seldom even check to see if there is one.
But thanks, Shelly, for posting it here today. I read it and realised my lips were curled up as in EW, yick to all of that, lol. I'm only grateful that ABC soaps introduced all of us to one another, but not for anything else!
