Crystal Chappell & Peter Reckell Con Call Transcript

DAYS OF OUR LIVES stars Crystal Chappell (Carly) and Peter Reckell (Bo) participated in a press conference with the online media on Monday. Below is the transcript from this conference call. Chappell recently returned to DAYS as Carly Manning after a successful run in the early 1990s. Both actors will be appearing at the “Day of DAYS” event this Saturday.

Since you left Days of Our Lives originally, you know, going to different soaps is there – are each one of them different? Is it a different feel? And how does it feel to be back on the Days set?

Crystal Chappell: Oh, you know, they’re all different. I think between my husband I we’ve done six, seven or eight soaps. Yeah, so every environment is different. But the process is pretty much the same so with the exception of Guiding Light the last year and a half that was very different.

But, yeah, I mean it’s all good. It’s all what you make of it. And as far as coming back, I mean, I’m thrilled. I’m having probably the best time that I’ve had in years. It’s really, really been fun to play this character again and work with everybody again.

Tell us a little about Carly and Bo. When you were first on Days what were your first reactions to Bo the character and to Peter Reckell?

Crystal Chappell: You mean 19 years ago when I…

Yeah, sure, sure. Because I’m trying to say it’s kind of the, you know, because we’re returning to this character now.

Crystal Chappell: Well Peter was – Peter’s just a kind guy, so, you know, it was very easy to work with him. And I think we have a nice easy energy with each other and learned to trust each very quickly out on set.

And the character of Bo is just that classic, you know, hero. He’s the guy you want around. He’s the guy you want as a friend and as a romantic partner. And, you know, he’s that perfect guy. So…

So first off for Crystal you’ve mentioned that it’s kind of been nice coming back. Has it been really easy to get back into character or have you had to try to kind of work your way back in?

Peter Reckell: Now tell the truth.

Crystal Chappell: Tell the truth, it’s hard. You know what it is I wanted to come back but I wanted her to be different. I wanted her to be different so I sort of still finding my legs a little bit although I sort of feel now like I’m getting it. But everyone’s so nice and even just working my way back into this format has been kind of jarring because we were on hand-helds for a year and a half on Guiding Light so but everyone’s been great.

Oh that’s great. And Peter how has been having her back, this love interest that you have a history without Zach coming back.

Crystal Chappell: Be honest.

Peter Reckell: Yeah, there you go. There’s two levels, first of all just Bo and Hope have been together for so long and the writers have found it difficult to make our stories interesting. And bringing Carly back just – the character of Carly back makes it – obviously makes it a lot more exciting and interesting on a lot of new levels that, you know, when Crystal was here before we didn’t have, you know, because Hope wasn’t here.

And so there’s a lot, you know, there’s a lot of history with both these women and so it’s pretty intense. And then on the other level of, you know, working with an amazing – two amazing actresses it’s – it makes my life fun.

And Crystal, are you worried at all of becoming like the most hated woman in America or something because the whole Bo and Hope thing they’re so like… they’re Bo and Hope it’s like they’re so perfect for each other, they’ve been together for so long and then here you come churning up the pot.

Crystal Chappell: Well first of all who could hate me I mean really, it’s just ridiculous talk. No, you know what, I spent ten years on Guiding Light and never getting to die. And I could really – it used to bother me – people used to come up and just say nasty things to me. And I played a nasty character. I mean she was just mean and evil and bitchy.

Peter Reckell: How much fun is that?

Crystal Chappell: So, it was so much fun I guess that’s my point is that I’d rather be the girl who loses. I’d rather be, you know, the one who stirs the pot. I have no issue with that whatsoever. And the fans are smart, you know, they’re really, really smart; they know that this, you know, ultimately Bo and Hope are going to live happily ever after.

But it gives them stories, it gives them a chance to, you know, watch a great story with their favorite couple.

Peter Reckell: Yeah, it just makes a perfect love story when the circumstances are what stirs the pot; it’s the circumstances more than the characters because the, you know, Carly was here when Hope wasn’t here. So there’s, you know, it’s kind of, you know, it brings in a whole different level.

Crystal Chappell: Yeah, Bo and Hope are fighting their way through something anyway. And so it’s just the timing of it that all this is happening at this particular time. But it’s a good story.

Peter Reckell: Yeah.

For Crystal, you know, last time we saw Carly she had been buried alive. Are they going to play ramifications of that? And also you just mentioned that her husband was holding her captive so what is it with her that people want to imprison her?

Crystal Chappell: That’s a really good question. She’s just kind of a wild thing isn’t she? I don’t know why they want to hold her captive, lock her up in little boxes. We do talk about the buried alive thing. The relationship was Carly and Vivian is so delicious, it’s so much fun to do.

And they joke about it, you know, the two of them. So it’s certainly going to be discussed. But, you know, they’re on to a whole another…

Peter Reckell: Was Vivian responsible for you being buried?

Crystal Chappell: Oh yeah, she’s buried me alive.

Peter Reckell: Oh nice. I wasn’t aware of that.

Crystal Chappell: Yeah, yeah. And Lawrence dug me up so there you go. I know isn’t that funny?

And Peter, you’ve been on the show quite a while, now do your fans – your current fans remember Carly or what kind of response are you getting from them about this new storyline?

Peter Reckell: I actually was really surprised of the response because the news came out when I went to New York on a – sort of a publicity tour for the Emmys and so I got to speak to a lot of fans and people like yourself. And almost everybody I spoke to was really, really excited about Crystal coming back to the show.

You know, mostly because it would bring some interest to the Bo and Hope

You’re both such wonderful artists. Both of your characters are very powerful with great leadership qualities and a well conveyed sense of independence. But who is the one person in your opinion who would have the most influence over your character? By that I mean another character.

Peter Reckell: I’m pretty strong headed so probably my daughter because I want the best for her. You know, I want my life to go in a way that will not hurt her. I was just thinking out of my own life on the way here.

Crystal Chappell: Yeah definitely. I don’t know, I’ll have to figure that out. I’m not quite sure yet who that person would be. I think she’s been pretty isolated for a long time so…

So do you think that Carly would turn mostly to Bo for advice or is there anybody else she might turn to?

Crystal Chappell: Sure, I mean, yeah, I think that she, you know, sort of being new to Salem again that he’s the person that she would go to because she knows him and she trusts him and he knows her and she’s aware of that, that she can tell him anything. And, yeah, probably, that would be Bo.

And for Peter who do you think would be the one person that Bo would turn to for advice?

Peter Reckell: Right now it’s kind of cool because there’s really nobody. I’m helping Carly so it’s – actually today we’re doing scenes about that where I’m, you know, Carly comes into town and she’s kind of a mess and so I feel good because I can help her but at the same time I’m frustrated because I usually go to Hope and our – we can’t have – we can’t talk anymore… so right now I’m kind of up in the air, kind of in limbo.

Oh sort of relying on yourself.

Peter Reckell: Yeah but we all – no matter how strong we are we need somebody, you know, that go to person and… kind of leaning towards Carly right now.

Do you think that Carly and Hope could ever become friends?

Crystal Chappell: Sure.

Peter Reckell: Both very powerful women and strong characters so, yeah.

Crystal Chappell: They’re not…

Peter Reckell: If that Bo guy wasn’t around to make…

Crystal Chappell: They’d totally hook up…

He might just be out.

Peter Reckell: Yeah.

Crystal Chappell: Yeah, I mean, it isn’t a mean spirited group – there isn’t the, you know, the evil interloper, it’s just like Peter said it’s the circumstances of their lives right now.

And Peter, you’ve got Crystal back and – Kristian back and what do you think – previewing Bo’s kind of thoughts – would he let himself truly – would he ever admit to himself he’s truly fallen in love back with Carly or will that be really hard for him to do if that comes to that because of Hope? Would he allow himself to feel what he’s going to feel? Is he going to be all conflicted and not know what to do eventually?

Peter Reckell: Oh yeah, it’s a perfect soap opera story. There’s all that conflict and turmoil and, you know, which direction do I go because, you know, when Carly was around before Hope wasn’t around so I’d let myself, you know, I totally fell in love with her.

So the – it’s a huge – between a rock and a hard place – my problem here. You know, the fact that Bo and Hope are having problems makes me and Bo lean, you know, obviously the feelings for Carly just start to come up.

And then for both of you, you played – how long were you on with Crystal, the time you were on, and then Robert Kelso Kelly was on, right, so there was like a whole – did you guys have to figure out like what you were – where you were in the story with each other or the past when you were going back to these characters?

Peter Reckell: Oh yeah.

Crystal Chappell: I’m still confused.

Peter Reckell: And I’ve actually got a DVD sitting here on my desk reminding me of what our relationship was. You know, it was the whole wedding ceremony down in Chichen Itza and stuff. So it was pretty intense. So, yeah, it’s powerful stuff.

So I just wanted you to reflect on that because I read about how this coming weekend you’re going to be at that fan event. And I remember way back when you came back and did a hometown concert and one girl drove 650 miles from Montreal to see the concert and so forth. So if you could kind of reflect on first those early days and nowadays too as far as what – what are the fan reactions like? What kinds of reactions do you get when you just meet them at random like this?

Peter Reckell: Well I’ve been very fortunate, you know, it’s changed over the years because at first everybody’s screaming Bo, Bo, Bo and now it’s, you know, I’ve been around for so long that people now know my name and so they say Peter, hey, Peter and stuff.

And that – I have such fond memories of that event that my mom kind of helped put together and, I don’t know, I’ve just been very fortunate. I don’t know if Crystal has experienced this but the fans of Days of Our Lives are very passionate and loyal and they’ve put up with an awful lot over the last years but I think the show has really come together in this last few months to give them what they like.

And so a lot of the fans that had left the show from the 80s and 90s are starting to come back and loving the kind of show that we’re giving them.

Yeah, it’s interesting to get an Emmy nomination after playing this guy for so long. That’s cool. First of all what was your first reaction when they first gave you the Bo character. What did you – because he was so different from TV standards then. And how is it that you think he’s evolved into this character now that, you know, has different layers so on and so on?

Peter Reckell: Well in the beginning I was just a naïve actor doing what I do and thrilled to have a job. And, you know, dove into it head first and did everything I could and just – and just having a blast.

And the thing is is it really hasn’t changed that much, you know. I know the system a little better obviously these days. But the work we do it’s the same thing, I mean, you know, we go in and just play and have a great time.

You know, Crystal coming back we’re building a new relationship here because obviously we’re more mature characters and actors and so the love relationship we had 10, 12, whatever many years ago it was is obviously, you know, going to be on a whole different level.

So it’s, you know, we – I think Crystal coming back, man, we get to go in and have a blast.

Crystal Chappell: A lot of fun, a lot fun.

This is a question for Peter. How would you characterize the differences between Bo’s relationship with Carly and Bo’s relationship with Hope like overall?

Peter Reckell: Well the Bo Hope, you know, that whole relationship started when we were both pretty young. And it’s kind of a first love – the depth and, you know, weight that that carries. And then the Carly relationship, you know, it was more of adult relationship and, you know, it’s kind of really. I guess that’s it, you know, there’s the first love and then there’s the love that comes after that.

And for Crystal which fan base is harder core – the DAYS fans or the Otalia…

Crystal Chappell: Oh you’re going to get me to answer that question. Yeah, it’s not going to happen. I will say this, I’m very aware of how passionate the DAYS fans are. And what better fan to have than a passionate fan; you want that fan base. The Otalia fans are incredibly loyal and supportive. And I’m just happy to have fans damn it.

Peter Reckell: And they seem to have all followed you over to this show which is cool.

Crystal Chappell: They’re all – they’re all terrific so, you know, I’m just happy to be here and, yeah. I’m happy.

Since Lawrence is played by your real life husband, Michael Sabatino, what was it like killing him on camera?

Crystal Chappell: Well, you know, dreams – no I’m not going to say that. You know, it’s weird – it was so weird. It was weird. And, you know, it was one of those things where you go, oh, of course, you know, it’s nothing that ever crossed my mind but he was such a good sport about it because I completely stuck a plastic blade into his gut and totally missed the stunt pad.

And – but no it was weird. And I would never let my kids – if my kids saw that that would just scar them for life so mommy killing daddy. That’s terrible.

One brief final question; the rumors are the show has been renewed which is wonderful. Can you comment on that?

Peter Reckell: Wa-hoo.

Crystal Chappell: Yeah, I’ve heard the rumor, is it true? I know nothing.

Peter Reckell: That’s the first I heard so.

Crystal Chappell: I’ve heard rumors but I know nothing.

Do you ever, you know, just go in and say could this really happen in the real world? And then for my second question I would just like to know one thing you think that never happens on a soap that happens routinely in real life.

Peter Reckell: Well, let me start with – I never mix up reality with what we do on TV. And it never really – it doesn’t even come into my thought process about reality and what we do here on the show; it’s, you know, they’re obviously two very, very different things.

So and that gives me the freedom to just be human and the only reality is as far as I’m concerned is just the reality of being a human being. But the circumstances and the things that we do reality doesn’t come into my consciousness.

Crystal Chappell: You know, I’ve kissed more people – my baseline career, it’s weird being an actor sometimes, you know. But, yeah, it’s all suspended beliefs and that’s what makes it fun. You know, we touch upon little real things, you know, relationship… conflict, love. All of it, it’s heightened, it’s distorted and, you know, hopefully makes for better story than real life.

I have a question for both of you, maybe Crystal you can go first. If you had your wish and you let your imagination run away with you, something that I actually try not to do unless there’s a dinner in it first, but anyway, let your imagination run away with you and if you had your way what would you like to see happen for Carly coming up over the next six months or so?

Crystal Chappell: Oh, I don’t know. I, you know, I like telling a love story. And, you know, with real good conflict and – I don’t know maybe some adventure. I wouldn’t mind going back to Mexico and shooting there.

Peter Reckell: Dreamer.

Crystal Chappell: I have a big budget right, in my imagination. Huge budget, so, yeah, I mean, I would love to go on some kind of location and do some kind of adventure story. It’d be a blast.

Sounds great. How about you Peter, what would you do?

Peter Reckell: Right along the same lines, you know, we used to do some pretty outstanding things when we could go out on locations and stuff, I mean, for example the Bo and Carly thing going to Chichen Itza, that was like what the heck. I’ve had some great adventures while working. So, yeah, something like that would be astounding, yeah.

If you guys have any shout-outs to your fans what would you like to say to them or share with them about your, you know, current Carly and Bo storyline? Crystal, why don’t you go first.

Crystal Chappell: Oh, you know, I’m just – I’m so grateful for their support and just how lovely and passionate they are.

Peter Reckell: Oh I think, come on by on November – or next weekend and say hey, that would be perfect.

Crystal Chappell: Yeah.

Peter Reckell: You know, talking to the fans is really, really great. And to look in their eyes and see them one on one and hear what they have to say it’s great so come on by.

Crystal, how would you describe Carly when you played her before and how would you describe her now?

Crystal Chappell: Oh she – before, you know, she was younger, I think tightly wound and just (unintelligible), I don’t think she had a real good sense of who she was other than the doctor thing. You know, she only used that part of her brain.

But now it’s, you know, she’s kind of had years of life experience, raised a child and just ended up in a very, very bad marriage and so she’s a little harder around the edges. And she also has a sense of humor about it so it’s much looser, a much more fun experience for me this time around.

Peter, basically the same question for you; you played Bo all this time, how would you describe Bo now as opposed to the renegade that you started playing him as?

Peter Reckell: Yeah, back then, you know, when I came back to the show a couple years ago and Bo was a cop I was like what the – that’s the furthest thing from my mind; I never thought Bo would be a cop, you know, because his relationship with Roman was Roman was the cop and the white knight and rebelled against that and here I am a cop and now I’m one of the top cops. And it’s like what the heck? How did I get here?

And but it’s been a natural progression. And, you know, maturing, having a family and being responsible but there’s still the – I think that renegade is still in there. And I’m hoping and thinking that with this storyline with Carly that that might come out a little bit more again.

I just have a quick little question for both of you. Now that it’s already November which is kind of crazy and Thanksgiving is coming up what are you guys most thankful for this year?

Crystal Chappell: Oh, wow, I have a great family. And I’m – got lots of work.

That’s always good.

Crystal Chappell: Well, no, especially these days where people are really, really struggling I’ve got just an embarrassment of riches in my life and I’m hugely thankful for that.

Peter Reckell: Pretty much the same thing, yeah. My little girl just turned two last weekend and I’ve got a beautiful talented loving wife and I’ve got a job that is exciting and I love. So, you know, life couldn’t be any better.

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Let’s go back a few years; a time where a beloved Soap Opera, Guiding Light, was CANCELED. Broke the hearts of thousands and it was a devastating beginning to the end of soaps on TV as we know it. During the last couple of years, they created this couple, Otalia, that captured the hearts of many and those fans just adored the chemistry, the passion, and the over all hard work Crystal and Jess put into their characters; unfortunately the fans didn’t get to see much of it because the beloved soap got canceled. So what did the lovely Crystal Chappell do? She created a Web-series that was Otalia-ish but with a different dynamic and story but of course her and Jess playing the lead love interest. Venice was born and rest is history, right?

BUT WAIT!

There was ANOTHER group of fans; fans who have waited 16 years for their favorite characters to reunite. Oh yes, I am talking about CARBO. Once Guiding Light had ended, Days of our Lives snatched Crystal right up and Carly was reunited with Bo! Not only were the fans back from the 90s ecstatic, but fans (like me) were created and fell in love with their chemistry and their passion; we just loved Peter and Crystal together; just like the fans love Crystal and Jess together. And shoot, many fans love them BOTH! We just love Crystal and we love everything she does and its all good! So why am I venting? Let me explain…

The end of Guiding Light had Otalia live happily ever after. They were raising their daughters together, they were together, it was one big happy family and true love. GREAT. But what did the CARBO fans get? No marriage, no kids, NOT EVEN A GOODBYE! It hurts — it hurts A LOT, and Crystal loves all of her fans — I mean every single one of us; so she brought on Peter to Venice and she has both actors that please both sides of her fans; but yet we are having issues and drama and gosh knows what about Peter being on the show. Yes, he plays Gina’s one and only boyfriend. Yes, we just found out he is the father of the child Gina gave up. Yes, I truly believe Richard never stopped loving Gina, but guess what? GINA LOVES ANI! GINA IS GAY. And from the words of CC, That ain’t changing!

Come on guys, we all love CC right? We love her acting, we love the work she does for us; we don’t need to be fighting or complaining about something like this. Crystal is trying to please us CARBO fans as much as she can. She knows she can’t give us a love story because, again, Gina is GAY, so she did the next best thing — let’s have a kid! Doesn’t mean Gina is gonna hook up with Richard, doesn’t mean she’s gonna change sides; CC has never stopped saying it — GIANI IS ENDGAME. End of Story. That’s it. GIANI is THE REAL DEAL. She is gonna give us a family story which im happy about but it will not ruin Giani in any way. You know how I know? Because I trust Crystal Chappell completely. Why? Because she loves Each and Every one of us. She loves her fans. Plain and simple.

So if you have an issue with Peter being on Venice, Then don’t watch. Peter is a good friend to CC, just like Jess is. Us CARBO fans aren’t dissing Jess or putting Ani down; like I said earlier there is a lot of Giani fans in our group. LOTS. None of us are rooting for a Richina coupling because we know it ain’t happening. I think we should enjoy the show as much as we have been doing this whole season and stop taking Crystal’s words out of context. Always remember she loves us and is trying her best to give us all what we want.

And I will add that YES, I did say vote for Richina in the Couples poll on the Indie Soaps of the week. I thought it would be nice to acknowledge that Richina was once a couple back in the day after the event that happened in Epi 10. The rules don’t say CURRENT couple, it just says FAVORITE COUPLE. So why not? They were once a couple, right? (And I only wanted to vote because of that episode) I’m sure there is a heck of lot more Giani fans (duh) but there is no harm to vote. It’s not like Richina winning means they will hook up; so again that shouldn’t be bent out of proportion either. We are all here to have fun and just enjoy our favorite actors and love what they do for us. Isn’t that enough?

Ok Vent Over… Thank you for listening! and please feel free to post your thoughts. Unless its super nasty… I do respect opinions and views, NOT attacking.

PS. I love Jessica. She is my name sake and her acting and her characters are great! (Ok I wasn’t a fan of Natalia but that wasn’t Jess’ fault. But I do love Ani!). Here’s the thing. I fell in love with Crystal because of her returning to Days. Seeing her work with Peter I fell in love with that chemistry they share. Do I see the chemistry from Jess and CC? Sure! But im a huge Peter and Crystal fan and I won’t stop being one. I love them individually and I love their work together. No harm. No foul. And I know Giani is endgame and I’m Ok with that!

Today’s episode was amazing. It only lasted like 2 minutes but it really showcased CC and Peter’s brilliant acting. (Just shows how much good writing plays a key role in amazing scenes). Now, CC knocks her scenes out of the park… ALWAYS; but I felt Peter was holding back on Days; sometimes. Now i’m not saying Peter isn’t an amazing actor because he is, but I dunno if the writing on Days is just good enough for him. What is so great about him on Venice? He gets to act and he does it brilliant. Such a great story to play into and the way he was nervous on finding out the truth and then finding out Gina did have his kid, he did so good I got goosebumps! This is why I love Peter and Crystal…

So everyone… who thinks today was awesomesauce? You gotta admit that even though we only get a kid and the otalia fans get a love story, its well written and well played. CC has many fans especially with her with someone else and she loves and respects us ALL. I hate that some give her hell on twitter over her show. Its a soap. IT WORKS. Don’t like it, then don’t watch it. CC wants to show respect and love to all of her fans and i respect her so much for that.

Tell me what you thought of today’s episode?

I announced over the weekend that the episode was going to be EPIC and I was NOT wrong! It was way more than I could have thought it could be. Not only did we get to see our favorites: Gina, Richard, Guya, Owen, Brandon (and his partner), John, Stella, Jamie (and his boyfriend!) and of course our favorite ghost Katie in the body of the dead hooker Amber; but we also got to see the friend/hooker (aka “co-worker” is how it was put on the show) of Amber played by Desiree who many know in the twitter world and the amazing Susan Seaforth Hayes played Amber’s mom Leigh (or Lee? whatever).

All jammed packed in 26 MINUTES!!! Of a Funeral!!! And it was full of TEARS and not just the sad ones either cause the ending did make me cry but I was DYING of LAUGHTER!!! Here is a tweet from Hillary B. Smith:

OMG! This epi 9 of Venice is hysterical!!!! The best so far and that is saying ALOT!! Can’t wait to hear what ya’ll think!

Well Hil… IT WAS EPIC! We learned a new song “Paid to get Laid” sung by Jamie. Guya was able to make amends for Amber and even broke the news to Brandon about Gina and John’s involvement over Amber’s death. YES, the secret is out! Guya feels it will be ok and promises to take care of it while Gina was still freaking out but hopefully all this will be taken care of.

Here’s the kicker! Not only did the big bad secret finally get revealed but Richard’s demeanor changed quickly and it seems a new secret is on the horizon. I’ll admit, I’ve seen the whole epi many many times now but I have re-watched the scene between Richard and John more because I wanted to understand every word that came out of his mouth and look at his face and just see “What could it be?!”

A friend pointed out Richard saying “Was she….” then stopped and said “Was everything alright?” — Oh how can this be interpreted in many different ways but with a rumor spewing around for months now, could that “Was she…” gonna be PREGNANT? Oh yes, I’m going down that road! But we all have our yay and nay’s with this decision and we don’t even know if it is! All I know is whatever the secret may be, It’s gonna end season 3 with a BANG. I can’t wait and I’m so sad season 3 is almost over and I’m so excited for season 4!

Let me know what you thought of epi 9! Chime in and express your thoughts!!!

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Wishing Michael and Crystal a Happy 15th Anniversary!

• Thank you for showing up what Love is really about!
• Thank you for the hard work you both do on Venice and the future of The Grove!
• Thank you for having such amazing adorable (and I can tell soon to be handsome) young boys!
• You guys are awesome and wish you nothing but good things ahead and happiness!

Ok so this is about Richard and Gina moments but I do have to say, this whole epi had moments! I can’t ignore them… please forgive me

1. Who can’t wait when Ani finds out what Lara did/doing? *raises hand*
2. Aw Adrienne does care for Owen! Totally saw that coming. Watch out for Bad Van!
3. Gina’s Pretty Pose for Richard … Pretty Awkward (Again) LOL Love it!
4. Alan’s reaction to Logan and Gina’s past? LOL Love it Michael!
5. Walking in hand and hand with Richard (that was probably a little crumb for us but in reality he is her bodyguard LOL). And of course her seeing Logan. Yes. NEED A DRINK! (I want a friend like Jaime)
6. Jaime checking out Richard. Don’t blame you!
7. Gina + Alan = WOW. I love their scenes together. Even if it is (theme word) awkward!
8. So happy for Gina to tell everyone it was Michele’s design. YAY! Though i have a feeling its gonna go down the tubes quick.
9. Richard watching the girls attack Logan LOL. Can only imagine what was going on in his mind #GutterBus
10. THE ENDING WAS AWESOMESAUCE! I swear anything Hilary does is way more than we can ask for. The lines were delivered perfectly and the way she expresses herself on and off screen. I swear, I think Guya is the #1 talked about character (outside of Giani/Lani) and that EVERYONE loves her!

So do you agree? disagree? what were your faves? I can NOT believe we only have 5 episodes left because this has been amazing! Don’t leave us Venice. We love you too much!

To see some screen caps, check out the vid!

Not only did we get scenes with Peter and Crystal but it was about half the episode of just them! The news of Gina being gay was clever and funny and what a great reaction Peter did. BRAVO! The kisses, THANK YOU!!! I think that was a nice gift to us Reckappell fans because we know Richard and Gina can not become more than friends and so those two kisses were awesome out of Richard trying something and then his excitement she was gay LOL. Thank you CC!!!

I can’t wait to see what this friendship of Richina brings. I see it will be tested and I can’t wait to see Peter and Crystal shine!

What was YOUR reaction to Episode 5? (Post Below!)

Crystal’s SCL Interview

Bo and Carly’s Mayan Ceremony

• Peter and Crystal working together again! … DUH!

• Richard and John’s conversation. It seems Richard wants Gina back! good thing the Colornial didn’t spill the beans! (Loved the end when John said after Richard left, “Oh gina gina gina”)

• I missed Guya

• Finding out more of the Colonial’s history with his kids … gonna be good!

• The ENDING!!! Lara is a BITCH!!! Wow… I kind of wished Gina bitch slapped her but hoping for much I guess…

I hope everyone enjoyed the episode as much as I did! Can’t wait for next week!