Thursday, November 23, 2006
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Wednesday, November 22, 2006
Jack told Sharon that waking up with her felt like Christmas morning. "Wrong holiday," she laughed, but was sympathetic when she realized it was his first holiday without John. She recalled how difficult it had been celebrating her first holidays without Cassie.

Victor complained to Nikki about how difficult it was preparing Thanksgiving dinner. Soon, Nick, Phyllis and Noah arrived.

At Crimson Lights, Jana, J.T., Victoria, Brad, Rebecca and Colleen, helped Kevin set up the place for the holiday so they could serve meals for charity. Colleen made it clear she wasn't doing it for Kevin (again, why does she constantly hang out in a place where she hates the owner?).... Brad told J.T.'s he's suspicious of Jana.... Adrian chatted with Victoria and Rebecca about the upcoming art benefit, but Colleen distracted them by asking Vicky to get her some water. Adrian called her on the lie; Coll explained that he doesn't want him questioning Rebecca about her work.

Lauren told Michael she wants their holiday to be perfect. He replied that it already is since he has his family. Lauren bragged that she'd used a popular chef's recipe for sweet potato pie. Unfortunately, Gloria managed to burn said pie. Michael called his mom a "pie killer." Jana and Kevin joined them and just happened to have a fresh pie with them. Glo was thrilled when Will stopped by. Michael quietly thanked him for coming and cheering up his mother. The gang then sat down for dinner and Michael said grace.

Jill and Katherine apologized to each other for the harsh words they'd exchanged over Billy.

Lily and Daniel helped prepare the Winterses' Thanksgiving dinner. Lily worried about Devon, but Daniel reminded her that they're not supposed to discuss the murder. Soon, Devon was brought home from the hospital. Neil hid a newspaper, which contained an article about Devon's arrest. Jack and Sharon joined them. In private, Dru told Sharon that she's not letting her holiday get ruined by the murder investigation. Sharon admitted that it felt strange to not be celebrating with Nick and Noah.... Devon expressed his frustrations about being accused of murder to Daniel. Daniel understood what he was going through, given he'd been accused of killing Cassie.... Jack and Sharon went to see Kay, Jill and Esther. Jack told Sharon he thinks Devon's guilty and Dru is covering for him. Sharon was outraged and stormed out.... Jill hoped Will would show up.... Ghost John paid Jack a visit and noted how alone his son is.... A single tear fell down Sharon's cheek as she stood by "Cassie's Corner" in the coffeehouse. Adrian approached her and introduced himself. They commiserated over being alone for the holiday. Later, Jack called Sharon and they apologized to each other.

Brad, Colleen and Rebecca joined the Newmans for dinner. Nick teased Colleen about her injured leg and said he's not joining her in the sack race. The meal was ruined when Zapato gobbled it up, but the group laughed it off. At the Newmans, they went around stating what they're thankful for. Victor then said grace over their take-out meal.

Tuesday, November 21, 2006
Drucilla tried to come to grips with Devon's arrest. She was miffed when Neil compared the situation to when Phyllis had to deal with Daniel being on trial. Neil tried to rationalize why Devon's DNA would've appeared on Carmen. They put on brave faces when it was time for their son's surgery. Dru worried that Devon really had lost him temper and had killed Carmen. She then concluded that they'd been framed, possibly by Phyllis. Neil doubted that a pregnant Phyllis would've done it. Neil and Dru decided to celebrate Thanksgiving for Devon's sake. Later, Devon was released from surgery. The doctor informed Neil and Dru that the cochlear implants might not work right away.

Lauren felt badly for the Winterses when Michael informed her of Devon's arrest. The Baldwins were grateful to have baby Fenmore in their lives.... Gloria mocked the Thanksgiving gift she received from House Of Kim. Kevin and Jana looked forward to celebrating the holiday together and to moving into their new apartment. Gloria complained to Michael how JiMin put Ashley in charge of Glo's project. Lauren comforted Gloria when Glo felt sad about John not being there for the holiday. Jana offered to make Thanksgiving dinner for Gloria and her family. Jana then invited Glo to help her and Kevin decorate their apartment. Gloria was thrilled and immediately suggested adding something with leopard skin.... Lauren lamented to Jana how busy Michael is going to be now that Devon has been arrested. Jana offered to help out Lauren. Glo explained that she needs to keep busy to keep her mind off of being sad.

At NVP, Phyllis and Jack argued over which pictures of Sharon should be used for their promotion. Jack felt they were too trashy, while Phyllis thought they were perfect. Sharon agreed with Jack, explaining that she wants the customers to see her as a "best friend." However, Phyllis refused to use different pictures. Phyll began to have Braxton-Hicks contractions. "I guess I'm paying for my past sins," she moaned. "So you've been having them all nine months," then Jack joked, before urging her to go home to rest. Phyllis turned him down. Jack suggested she take off all the time she needs for the baby — with pay. Later, Phyllis was upset when she learned that Devon had been arrested. She and Sharon argued when Phyll stated that Dru was the murderer. Phyllis then received the other pictures of Sharon, which had been addressed to "Ms. Newman." She went off on Sharon to Jack and accused him of trying to get rid of her. JiMin then sided with Phyllis. After, Phyll gloated to Sharon about it. Sharon thought it strange that the men had argued. Sure enough, Jack and JiMin congratulated each other for their good acting during their "fight."... Michael and Kevin discussed whether Jack could be the murderer and plotted against him.

Monday, November 20, 2006
Katherine confided in Nikki about being plagued by nightmares. Kay asked Paul how his mom, Mary, is doing. She then asked him to investigate a "private matter" for her. Paul accepted and instructed her to tell him everything she remembers about her dreams.

Jill sent a note to Will to thank him for a good time.... A much more conservative and business-looking Gloria arrived at the coffeehouse to show off her new look. Michael and Lauren were gobsmacked by the change in her appearance. She was thrilled when Will invited her to lunch. "You go, girl!" praised Jana, who complimented Glo's look. Soon, Will arrived and Gloria quizzed him about his personal life. He was reluctant to discuss what was bothering him, but finally admitted that he'd been intimate with another woman. Glo advised him to send the woman flowers. Later, a gorgeous bouquet of flowers arrived for Jill. Gloria was disappointed when she realized that the woman Will spoke of is Jill and made sure to let Jill know that she and Will met for lunch.

Lauren fussed over little Fen in the coffeehouse. Jana offered to hold the baby. He immediately calmed down when he was in Jana's arms.

Victor urged Jack to run for public office, but Jack wasn't so sure. Vic reminded Jack how proud John would've been. Nikki didn't agree that Jack would be right for the job.

Neil and Drucilla anxiously awaited for Devin to get his cochlear implant surgery. Just as he was about to go in, the cops came to arrest the teen. Devon kept insisting that he didn't do anything. Later, the Winters clan met with lawyers, where Michael urged the judge to let Devon get the surgery. The judge allowed it. As Devon was about to head into surgery, he told Neil and Dru that he didn't kill Carmen. They believed him, but Michael told them that Carmen had skin under her fingernails and the DNA matched Devon's.

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