I had the most delightful conversation recently with DAYS newcomer Francisco St. Martin (Dario), who was so friendly and interesting during our interview. Unfortunately, I am not loving how his alter ego is being integrated into the canvas.

How much am I loving Rafe 2 on DAYS? Let me count the ways. I love Galen Gering's impish, naughty grin when he's being his boorish alter ego. I think the subtle way he punctuates his dialogue with a casual "man" or "dude" is pretty fabulous.

My biggest problem with the "meet cute" of EJ and Taylor on DAYS is that it makes no sense that they wouldn't recognize each other.

After being told that we wouldn't see the Horton house after Alice's death on DAYS, I was really thrilled to see it decorated in all of its traditional, Christmas glory.

Is it me or is the story with DAYS's Chad a little unfocused?

Why, oh why is DAYS's Arianna SO angry about EJ's shooting?

Have you checked out Alison Sweeney's (Sami, DAYS) retooled Web site (www.alisonsweeney.com) yet?

As a longtime DAYS viewer, I am really loving the tribute to Alice and seeing all the old faces in Salem.

I came in today to quite an amazing surprise on my desk:

Why is DAYS's Stephanie portrayed as such a loser in love? She seems to have everything going for her (especially that great first name), yet it's all about Melanie all the time.