So…. today!!!

 Budget?

playing the judge. Really liked today’s show in that it focused on two main storylines today only; Sami’s bail hearing and Chad’s brain dilemma. Then, of course, a brief introduction to Bernardi’s “real” cause of death. Loved Sami today; she appeared humble and very afraid and, except for the one outburst about the State’s witness, she was toned down quite a bit from her normal reactions to her troubles. E.J., on the other hand, was not, and as much as I love his commitment to being Sami’s “rock”, he was anything but today. Actually, he may have made things worse with the judge and that OTT D.A. Loved the way she pulled out E.J. and Sami’s escape and attempt to flee, and how it did not bother her to leave her children. It was a pure delight for me to hear Justin to tell E.J. if he wanted to be helpful, to just “Stop Talking.” LOL! Loved Eric showing up for Sami. Their sibling chemistry is so pure. Laughed out loud when Eric said something about doubtful regarding Sami saying she was sorry and did not want to take the spotlight when her arrest spoiled his consecration ceremony. Now, that was funny.

The twist with Kayla and Abe questioning why Bernardi was presumed to have a successful surgery and then dying on the table was a surprise I didn’t see coming. Now, the investigation begins. So, I’m guessing Stefano had him snuffed out in the operating room, which should not surprise anyone. Guess Steffie has more than cops on his payroll. Maybe a surgeon at Salem University Hospital or two as well.

So, Chad may have a terminal brain tumor? Are they going to kill him off? Is he going to die from the same illness that killed Lexi? I hope not, but this is the start of summer sweeps, so I’m keeping an interested eye on this one.

Stefano looked like an old fool with his Asian girlfriend today, IMO. The look on his face when Kate turned on her heels and walked away showed his failure to make her jealous, but Kate was back to Kate for that moment, and for that alone I’m happy. He has his Asian gold-digger, but she still has Rafe …. for now …. and Steffie was certainly not pleased about that.

Thought it was funny when Stefano introduced Cecily to Chad as his ‘youngest son’ and Chad came back with “as far as he knows.” Great line and perfect comeback!

Good job today, writers! I truly enjoyed today’s show!