YES, torture! But it doesn't feel like it. It's actually quite wonderful...
Have you seen how close Tad has been to Dixie? And he didn't even know it! True angst! But since it's been nearly four years since any T&D action, I'm okay with it. It may seem like angst on the outside, but it's really not. It's just something extra special to an already exciting storyline.
It's only natural for the powers that be to torture us Tad and Dixie fans; it's been done for years. Whenever there's a reunion on the horizon, it's as prolonged as possible. We watch the show day after day, knowing they will eventually reunite. But we have to wait and wait...and wait - sometimes weeks, sometimes months. We live in angst while seeing them so close to getting back together or seeing each other again. This time will be no different, but this time it's the biggest reunion of them all.
Dixie, the love of Tad's life, is alive, and he doesn't know it. He's never truly gotten over her; he still misses her; he still loves her. She's back and has been so close to Tad that he could touch her. And he was so close to finding her in the explosion rubble. She even called out to him but ended up finding her own way out. For some reason she's not ready for anyone to know she's alive. Oh my God!! This story is total frustration!
But how can we see it as torture when we haven't had any T&D for years? It IS torture and angst, BUT we're fine with it. We embrace it. We're happy about it because we have a reason to watch the show again. Anticipation has been brought back into our lives. Bottom line...it's all good.
Thank you, AMC, for bringing back Dixie. And thank you, Cady McClain, for coming back. We'll stick with the story and wait as long as it takes for Tad and Dixie to reunite, but please make it a story to remember. Make it something we'll love for years to come so that we'll think of it with joy.
2.18.2006
2.15.2006
AMC Explodes!!!
Wow! What an amazing explosion sequence!!! I could not have predicted such a dramatic turnout! The slow motion, the debris, the music…it all contributes to the trauma.
Characters screaming, falling, and dodging debris…in slow-mo. How painful it was to see our favorites separated and pinned by the tumbling doors and walls… not knowing who is still alive or is seriously wounded. For all we knew, people were dying and dead bodies were simply being scattered about the premise. Our beloved favorites falling to their doom, not understanding what has happened, their fun blasted right out of them… Oh so terrible!
The debris was almost too much to bear as everything collapsed everywhere our characters were. Windows, railings, and doors crashed. Tables, chairs, and flower decorations were destroyed, just getting in the way of everyone trying to flee. And finally the chandeliers falling to their doom, shattering in an instance… Dust and smoke blowing all around as the once-gorgeous ball met its untimely end… What a tragedy!
Everywhere there were blasts and fire creating a booming, luminous environment to easily see the ball’s destruction and our favorite characters literally get propelled to the floor. No matter how huge the fire was it did not last long. Just as quickly as the explosion took place, everything and everyone was still and darkness set in.
But the most haunting thing of all was the music. It was a cool, deadly version of “How High the Moon”. A beautiful female voice sung it nicely, but it set the tear-jerking tone for the horrific catastrophe. I’m not sure how words had anything to do with what happened, but the voice was truly sad as damage after damage happened - one thing right after another.
And afterwards…everything was still. Characters, debris, and almost-pitch black were all across the room. The harm had been done. No one moved a muscle; maybe no one could move at all. Maybe everyone was in complete shock or terribly injured. Either way, it was a deafening sight. The typical drama music started to play but changed to only a piano and a male voice going, “Ohhhh. Ohhhh,” over and over, providing a very chilling sound. And then a sudden heartbreaking silence filled the room as one person was shown to be alive. The silence was extremely painful as Tad asked, “Is anyone alive?”
Such a horrific finale to the fantastic (and expensive) Mardi Gras Ball!
Characters screaming, falling, and dodging debris…in slow-mo. How painful it was to see our favorites separated and pinned by the tumbling doors and walls… not knowing who is still alive or is seriously wounded. For all we knew, people were dying and dead bodies were simply being scattered about the premise. Our beloved favorites falling to their doom, not understanding what has happened, their fun blasted right out of them… Oh so terrible!
The debris was almost too much to bear as everything collapsed everywhere our characters were. Windows, railings, and doors crashed. Tables, chairs, and flower decorations were destroyed, just getting in the way of everyone trying to flee. And finally the chandeliers falling to their doom, shattering in an instance… Dust and smoke blowing all around as the once-gorgeous ball met its untimely end… What a tragedy!
Everywhere there were blasts and fire creating a booming, luminous environment to easily see the ball’s destruction and our favorite characters literally get propelled to the floor. No matter how huge the fire was it did not last long. Just as quickly as the explosion took place, everything and everyone was still and darkness set in.
But the most haunting thing of all was the music. It was a cool, deadly version of “How High the Moon”. A beautiful female voice sung it nicely, but it set the tear-jerking tone for the horrific catastrophe. I’m not sure how words had anything to do with what happened, but the voice was truly sad as damage after damage happened - one thing right after another.
And afterwards…everything was still. Characters, debris, and almost-pitch black were all across the room. The harm had been done. No one moved a muscle; maybe no one could move at all. Maybe everyone was in complete shock or terribly injured. Either way, it was a deafening sight. The typical drama music started to play but changed to only a piano and a male voice going, “Ohhhh. Ohhhh,” over and over, providing a very chilling sound. And then a sudden heartbreaking silence filled the room as one person was shown to be alive. The silence was extremely painful as Tad asked, “Is anyone alive?”
Such a horrific finale to the fantastic (and expensive) Mardi Gras Ball!
2.10.2006
Crazy, Crazy, Crazy...
Has AMC gone loco? What were they thinking? What is up their sleeves?
Janet is back in town because of Amanda. And she's gone insane again. What the hell? What happened to her sane life with Trever? Is it because her precious Amanda is all grown up and away from the nest? Is it because she's bored with Trever? Either way, Janet is completely nuts!
I have no clue what Janet is thinking except that she really cares about Amanda and is extra protective of her. And I can't understand why AMC brought her back; she's just creating crazy drama. Kinda stupid, imo. Amanda isn't a good character, and she's one of the people getting blamed for Janet's misdeeds. It's about the Dillon women without Trever, one of the most missed guys of the show.
Janet keeps doing one thing after another, all the while setting up poor Jonathan. Amanda knows but isn't doing anything about it; she just can't rat out her mom. Overall, Janet is so crazy that she's beyond help. So, where's AMC going with this? When will people find out about Janet? I know she creates an enormous explosion for the Mardi Gras Ball just as Amanda wises up and plans to reveal Janet's evil ways. But the place will explode, and of course no one will know Janet was behind it. Janet'll probably go free for another couple of weeks. And hence the story will drag on and on when that's what it's been doing.
Well...it seems to me that it's been going on long enough without a real purpose. Maybe with the explosion it'll pick up. Maybe there'll be more to Janet's story than plotting/getting revenge. And hopefully she'll be caught soon.
Janet is back in town because of Amanda. And she's gone insane again. What the hell? What happened to her sane life with Trever? Is it because her precious Amanda is all grown up and away from the nest? Is it because she's bored with Trever? Either way, Janet is completely nuts!
I have no clue what Janet is thinking except that she really cares about Amanda and is extra protective of her. And I can't understand why AMC brought her back; she's just creating crazy drama. Kinda stupid, imo. Amanda isn't a good character, and she's one of the people getting blamed for Janet's misdeeds. It's about the Dillon women without Trever, one of the most missed guys of the show.
Janet keeps doing one thing after another, all the while setting up poor Jonathan. Amanda knows but isn't doing anything about it; she just can't rat out her mom. Overall, Janet is so crazy that she's beyond help. So, where's AMC going with this? When will people find out about Janet? I know she creates an enormous explosion for the Mardi Gras Ball just as Amanda wises up and plans to reveal Janet's evil ways. But the place will explode, and of course no one will know Janet was behind it. Janet'll probably go free for another couple of weeks. And hence the story will drag on and on when that's what it's been doing.
Well...it seems to me that it's been going on long enough without a real purpose. Maybe with the explosion it'll pick up. Maybe there'll be more to Janet's story than plotting/getting revenge. And hopefully she'll be caught soon.
Unbelievable!
Erica is Josh's mom! Say what? Holy cow!
Yes, newbie Josh Madden is Erica Kane's aborted son with Jeff Martin. How can that be? I can't understand it! What a way to screw with history! Apparently Greg took Erica's egg and planted it in his wife...how twisted! In the words of Erica, this is science fiction.
I'm not sure how to feel about this, but I must say they picked the right actor to play Josh. He does look like Erica and Kendall. And I guess he passes as a Martin. Oh man, I can't believe there's another Martin in existence; there are so many already. I guess the Martin and Kane families must keep growing. By being married to Jack, Erica has plenty of offspring. Now she has Josh, who most likely won't be accepted since he's been out to get Erica from the very beginning. Maybe he just wants to run her TV show; there doesn't seem to be a reason for him to hate her. (I could have missed the reason due to not watching all of Josh's scenes.)
Josh doesn't know, and Erica just found out. This'll change their lives immensely. I wonder what Erica will do since she just found out about him drugging her. Maybe she'll have a change of heart about wanting him in jail. She could tell Josh everything, but I can't see that happening. She might have a plan for him. But when Josh does know, what will he do? Will he have a change of heart as well? I know he will be shocked to the bone. He probably won't believe it, just like Erica didn't at first. Who knows what he'll do? He might completely reject the truth and not want anything to do with his newfound family. One thing's for sure...I bet he'll hate his "father" Greg. He's known the whole time, right?
Another sure thing...this will rock a lot of people's worlds. The Martins and Kanes/Montgomerys will never be the same. And Josh will have an identity problem. He isn't the Madden son he thought he was.
This may not be one of the best, most intriguing stories ever and it goes against a prominent historic moment, but it brings about a fallout that will last for months. It's huge drama for our favorite diva, and I cannot wait to see how she'll handle this next chapter of her life.
Yes, newbie Josh Madden is Erica Kane's aborted son with Jeff Martin. How can that be? I can't understand it! What a way to screw with history! Apparently Greg took Erica's egg and planted it in his wife...how twisted! In the words of Erica, this is science fiction.
I'm not sure how to feel about this, but I must say they picked the right actor to play Josh. He does look like Erica and Kendall. And I guess he passes as a Martin. Oh man, I can't believe there's another Martin in existence; there are so many already. I guess the Martin and Kane families must keep growing. By being married to Jack, Erica has plenty of offspring. Now she has Josh, who most likely won't be accepted since he's been out to get Erica from the very beginning. Maybe he just wants to run her TV show; there doesn't seem to be a reason for him to hate her. (I could have missed the reason due to not watching all of Josh's scenes.)
Josh doesn't know, and Erica just found out. This'll change their lives immensely. I wonder what Erica will do since she just found out about him drugging her. Maybe she'll have a change of heart about wanting him in jail. She could tell Josh everything, but I can't see that happening. She might have a plan for him. But when Josh does know, what will he do? Will he have a change of heart as well? I know he will be shocked to the bone. He probably won't believe it, just like Erica didn't at first. Who knows what he'll do? He might completely reject the truth and not want anything to do with his newfound family. One thing's for sure...I bet he'll hate his "father" Greg. He's known the whole time, right?
Another sure thing...this will rock a lot of people's worlds. The Martins and Kanes/Montgomerys will never be the same. And Josh will have an identity problem. He isn't the Madden son he thought he was.
This may not be one of the best, most intriguing stories ever and it goes against a prominent historic moment, but it brings about a fallout that will last for months. It's huge drama for our favorite diva, and I cannot wait to see how she'll handle this next chapter of her life.
2.09.2006
Dixie
BIG NEWS: DIXE'S BACK! DIXIE'S ALIVE! Isn't this exciting? I knew it would happen some day.
Dixie is coming home this week. She is the mystery guest at the Mardi Gras Ball. She's lingering around without anyone recognizing her. How on earth is she pulling that off? People must be blind! How can no one notice the beloved saint of Pine Valley back from the dead??
So...Dixie's been in Europe all this time, and Di has known all along. But there are still so many unanswered questions... Why did she stay away? Why is she back now? What will she think of all that's happened while she's been gone? And what happened to the baby she was carrying? Can't wait to find out everything!
And just wait till everyone discovers she's alive! Tad and JR's lives will go through a whirlwind. I know she stayed away intentionally, but I hope she brings some peace back to those she loves. They all need her back, and Little Adam should know his grandmom.
I wonder what it will be like... Dixie has been gone for four years. Things are different. Things have changed. I wonder what Dix will do... I anticipate my girl's return. I'm excited for her to reunite with Tad and JR and to wear her wishing-star necklace again.
And I know Tad and Dixie still love each other; they've never stopped. So, it's only a matter of time...
Dixie is BACK! Lets toast to her and wish for an awesome story! :D
And WELCOME BACK, Cady McClain!!!!
2.08.2006
A Stop in Time
A dance. A slow dance. A sweet dance. A dance unlike any other.
Jonathan and Lily's dance at the Mardi Gras ball was quite special, nothing like I've ever seen before. Lily doesn't like to be touched, but she found a way to dance with her boyfriend. They held up their hands as if they'd touch, but they don't. Time stopped, and everyone else disappeared. How that can happen I don't know; I guess it was a dream shared by both of them. They gazed into each other's eyes as if looking into each other's soul. It was magic - sweet, beautiful magic. Then the dance began... Jonathan and Lily moved about the room, twirling all around in ballroom style...without touching. It was an expression of pure, innocent love. And at the end it seemed as if they'd kiss. Each had a hand raised to the other's face, still not touching, but they did not kiss. Then time resumed; all the other guests were back.
It was a special moment away from time, where two people could be in a world of their own. I'm not sure how I feel about Jonathan and Lily, but their dance was truly fascinating.
Jonathan and Lily's dance at the Mardi Gras ball was quite special, nothing like I've ever seen before. Lily doesn't like to be touched, but she found a way to dance with her boyfriend. They held up their hands as if they'd touch, but they don't. Time stopped, and everyone else disappeared. How that can happen I don't know; I guess it was a dream shared by both of them. They gazed into each other's eyes as if looking into each other's soul. It was magic - sweet, beautiful magic. Then the dance began... Jonathan and Lily moved about the room, twirling all around in ballroom style...without touching. It was an expression of pure, innocent love. And at the end it seemed as if they'd kiss. Each had a hand raised to the other's face, still not touching, but they did not kiss. Then time resumed; all the other guests were back.
It was a special moment away from time, where two people could be in a world of their own. I'm not sure how I feel about Jonathan and Lily, but their dance was truly fascinating.
Mardi Gras
The Mardi Gras Ball is happening NOW! Right this second! All this week! And next week too.
Host by Erica Kane, or course, this ball is a charity event, as most balls are, for the Red Cross and most importantly the victims of Hurricane Katrina. Great cause and gracious, center-of-attention hostess…you know this ball is a HUGE deal!
So all of our favorites are brought together at this grand occasion, including ones you hardly see on an everyday basis. (Hello, Brooke!) And of course there are the numerous extras…most are probably professional dancers and/or partygoers. Everyone’s mingling, drinking, and having a good time, not knowing what could happen (and believe me, stuff WILL happen). A typical ball, right?
Why don’t we go into the details that make this ball different from all others…
Charity: Viewers can actually call in and donate. There’s a number for Red Cross advertised during halftime of the show. A line is open! And you could receive a thank-you message from Susan Lucci herself.
Location: Umm… It’s a very spacious, very dazzling place. Inside and outside rooms with a grand staircase… It’s in Pine Valley of course. But where exactly is it??? I have no clue, and I don’t think it’s been revealed. So, nuff said!
Decorations: Beautiful, glittery, sparkley, silver and purple colors...candles... There's a tall fountain thing sitting in the center full of purple flowers and pearly necklaces; it's kinda in front of the stairs. The characters must dance around it. Can't think of anything else that stands out. No other words come to mind for a description.
Costumes: How can I describe them? They're all very different! Well, it is a ball, so of course they're very elegant. The men are wearing handsome suits, some plain and some shimmery. The women are wearing beautiful gowns, each with their own special, stand-out design. All are sparkely in some way, and some have feathers and outrageous patterns. Some are even kinda plain. I could not possibly describe them all; don't know how when they're all so unique. (IMO, though, Erica looks the best.) And this is the Mardi Gras here, so everyone has a mask - those stick masks or whatever they're called. So they're all walking and dancing while holding their mask. The masks are just as stunning as the gowns and decorations - very glittery and delicate. But how on earth does everyone have the money for such a glamerous get-up? Is EVERYONE wealthy like Adam Chandler? One mystery we'll never know.
Music: I think it's just typical ballroom tunes. I can't remember because I focus on my beloved characters too much to notice.
Every ball is different, and this one is no exception. The location and music may be the same (in some instances), but the decorations and outfits are always different. Every ball has its own special look; if every ball were the same, it would be very boring (and the people making the ball wouldn't have much work to do).
There you have it (the best I could)! The Mardi Gras Ball is underway! So what are you doing sitting here reading this? See it for yourself and contribute to the Red Cross Relief Fund.
I'm off to the ball (not literally) to look for the lovely Dixie Martin (set to come back alive this week)! Hope to see you there! :)
Host by Erica Kane, or course, this ball is a charity event, as most balls are, for the Red Cross and most importantly the victims of Hurricane Katrina. Great cause and gracious, center-of-attention hostess…you know this ball is a HUGE deal!
So all of our favorites are brought together at this grand occasion, including ones you hardly see on an everyday basis. (Hello, Brooke!) And of course there are the numerous extras…most are probably professional dancers and/or partygoers. Everyone’s mingling, drinking, and having a good time, not knowing what could happen (and believe me, stuff WILL happen). A typical ball, right?
Why don’t we go into the details that make this ball different from all others…
Charity: Viewers can actually call in and donate. There’s a number for Red Cross advertised during halftime of the show. A line is open! And you could receive a thank-you message from Susan Lucci herself.
Location: Umm… It’s a very spacious, very dazzling place. Inside and outside rooms with a grand staircase… It’s in Pine Valley of course. But where exactly is it??? I have no clue, and I don’t think it’s been revealed. So, nuff said!
Decorations: Beautiful, glittery, sparkley, silver and purple colors...candles... There's a tall fountain thing sitting in the center full of purple flowers and pearly necklaces; it's kinda in front of the stairs. The characters must dance around it. Can't think of anything else that stands out. No other words come to mind for a description.
Costumes: How can I describe them? They're all very different! Well, it is a ball, so of course they're very elegant. The men are wearing handsome suits, some plain and some shimmery. The women are wearing beautiful gowns, each with their own special, stand-out design. All are sparkely in some way, and some have feathers and outrageous patterns. Some are even kinda plain. I could not possibly describe them all; don't know how when they're all so unique. (IMO, though, Erica looks the best.) And this is the Mardi Gras here, so everyone has a mask - those stick masks or whatever they're called. So they're all walking and dancing while holding their mask. The masks are just as stunning as the gowns and decorations - very glittery and delicate. But how on earth does everyone have the money for such a glamerous get-up? Is EVERYONE wealthy like Adam Chandler? One mystery we'll never know.
Music: I think it's just typical ballroom tunes. I can't remember because I focus on my beloved characters too much to notice.
Every ball is different, and this one is no exception. The location and music may be the same (in some instances), but the decorations and outfits are always different. Every ball has its own special look; if every ball were the same, it would be very boring (and the people making the ball wouldn't have much work to do).
There you have it (the best I could)! The Mardi Gras Ball is underway! So what are you doing sitting here reading this? See it for yourself and contribute to the Red Cross Relief Fund.
I'm off to the ball (not literally) to look for the lovely Dixie Martin (set to come back alive this week)! Hope to see you there! :)
Welcome Everyone!
Hey all!
Welcome to the world of All My Children as seen by me. I see this as a place to express my opinions on anything about the show. Don't be afraid to post your own, whether you agree or disagree with me. :)
There might be some humorous or creative things here, so keep a good look out.
Just some FYI's: I've been watching AMC for about nine years all because of my mom. Of everything and everyone I've seen, I love the balls and Dixie Martin most of all. So, there could be numerous posts on Dixie, but I'll try to keep it under control. And one thing I hate is too many new characters at one time, especially when they don't have strong ties to key characters.
That's all for now! Enjoy the view of a Pine Valley Girl. :)
~~~Kate
Lover of Dixie's caring soul
PS: My profile photo isn't me, and it has NOTHING to do with AMC.
Welcome to the world of All My Children as seen by me. I see this as a place to express my opinions on anything about the show. Don't be afraid to post your own, whether you agree or disagree with me. :)
There might be some humorous or creative things here, so keep a good look out.
Just some FYI's: I've been watching AMC for about nine years all because of my mom. Of everything and everyone I've seen, I love the balls and Dixie Martin most of all. So, there could be numerous posts on Dixie, but I'll try to keep it under control. And one thing I hate is too many new characters at one time, especially when they don't have strong ties to key characters.
That's all for now! Enjoy the view of a Pine Valley Girl. :)
~~~Kate
Lover of Dixie's caring soul
PS: My profile photo isn't me, and it has NOTHING to do with AMC.
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