Episode Descriptions

GH Thanksgiving Dvd #1 1980 -1986

11/27/80 Complete but no credits or commercials. Alexandria is bored and she calls Luke and invites him to come over. He tells her it is Thanksgiving and he doesn't have any news for her. She tells him she has something very important to tell him and insists he come over. Luke has a drink with Alex but he insists he won't stay any longer. The Quartermaine's drink champagne, and Lila asks Luke about his summer adventure. Gail and Lee arrive later at the Quartermaine's. Alex is excitedly about seeing her first football game. Alex tells Edward that she thinks someone is following her. The Webbers are busy preparing for their Thanksgiving, happy that Laura is home to join them. Laura flashesback to Wydnhams, obviously missing Luke. Leslie interrupts her thoughts. Rick asks her how things are going with Luke and she admits not well, that Rick was right about how a man reacts when he feels he has been betrayed. Joe and Rose have joined the Webbers and they are all looking forward to the big game.

Anne and Jeff are together at the Hardy's. Alice calls and asks Jeff to go with her to visit Heather (his wife, her daughter). Jeff apologizes to Anne for having to leave her to go visit his crazy wife. Heather is in an asylum tells  another inmate about sneaking out, stealing a car, checking up on her hubby Jeff. Alice calls Heather and tells her that her and Jeff are coming up to see her. Alice and Jeff arrive to see Heather and while they are waiting for her, Alice asks Jeff to give Heather hope that they will have a future together. He can't lie to Heather about his feelings. Alice insists that Heather is more likely to get better if Jeff gives her a reason to improve. He doesn't agree with her as he thinks it will be more cruel to have Heather come home and find there isn't anything between them and he wants to tell Heather the truth in bits and pieces. Heather arrives and asks them to tell her about Thanksgiving, and Thanksgivings in the past as she claims she can't remember them. Heather asks Jeff why he never hugs or kisses her, pretending innocence about how marriage works. Jeff assures her that he wants nothing more than for her to get better. Meanwhile, Anne tells Leslie that she can't wait to marry Jeff and hopes Heather's progress is a good sign.

Scenes at the park as everyone begins to gather before the game. Luke throws the football around with the boys. Laura, Richard Simmons, Claudia and Brian arrive at the park and L&L see each other. Ruby tells Dan how happy she is to have her family home and together. Over at the Quartermaine's, when Gail asks Monica how everything is going? Monica replies that when Alex arrived she brought chaos with her. Alex arrives home from the game and tells Edward that she thinks she saw the guy who has been following her. Susan Moore arrives for dinner with the Quarermaine's at Monica's invitation. Lee privately asks Gail if Monica is a playing some kind of a game with Alan and Susan? (Obviously not understanding why she would have been invited). Gail kisses him and doesn't answer the question.

Luke and Bobbie arrive at Ruby's and begin setting the table. Bobbie knows that Luke is thinking about seeing Laura at the park earlier that day. The Webbers arrive home with their company. Rick encourages a pensive Laura that if she really wants to talk to Luke that she should call him. She does and gets a busy signal as he is calling her at that moment. The Spencers try to enjoy their dinner but Bobbie knows his mind is elsewhere and encourages him to try calling Laura again so they can eat their dinner in peace.

The Hardy's gather for their Thanksgiving dinner, Anne worries as Jeff hasn't returned or called.  Jeff returns just in time for dinner and apologizes for missing the game. Steve says a prayer. The Q's, and the Webbers go into dinner.  Luke finally reaches Laura and makes her day when she hears her voice. He wishes her a "Happy Thanksgiving" and she says the same. That is the extent of the conversation, but Laura grins widely at this effort on his part.

11/24/83 Thanksgiving Episode (No Luke & Laura, or Robert & Holly, no Monica or Lee) - Rick, Leslie, Amy & Mike celebrate with the Whittaker's. at Beecher's Corners as Leslie grieves over Laura. Rose has a celebration at Kelley's Diner with Jake, Bryan, and Claudia. Blackie & Lou stop by Kelly's but are heading over to the Hardy's for dinner. The Quartermaines celebrate with Grant, Celia, Mr. & Mrs. Q, Tiffany and Alan. Tiffany's cab driver decks Grant because of his past, but later Grant tends to him when he is in an accident with the cab. Bobbie still in the hospital and Ruby surprises her with Thanksgiving dinner and Brock, Dan and Georgia also join them. Dr. Hardy & Audrey have dinner with Jessie, Gail, Blackie and Lou.

11/22/84 At the apartment, Felicia is drying over her turkey. She doesn't have a lot to be thankful for. Frisco tries to encourage her. All the guys go to work while Felicia cooks. Lorena and Leo discuss their predicament. After he leaves, Lorena talks to Jimmy Lee. She wants him to help her, but he refuses. Monica shows up with good news; Edward Q is off her back. On Thanksgiving, Tania comes to GH to keep Tony company. They dance together and he sweeps her into his arms for a big kiss, they make out in a hospital bed. At the gatehouse, Grant and Celia have coffee. He now thinks Celia should accept Edward's offer. This will keep peace in the family. Celia goes to the Q's. She will accept their offer, because families should stick together. At the studio, Derick summons Ginny to his office. He is obviously pursuing her, but she rejects his advances. He kisses her and she pulls away, but she is obviously attracted to him. A crowd gathers at the Hardy's for Thanksgiving dinner. When Bobbie happily discusses her "new job," Steve has to be honest and tell her the truth. She leaves, very upset, with Brock and Ruby; however, they return. Steve says a prayer and they enjoy the holiday meal together.

11/28/85 Thanksgiving preparations throughout Port Charles. Steve, Ruby, Lee, Dan, Brian and Claudia at Kelly's.At the Brownstone, Bobbie, Jake and company do some celebrating of their own. Jimmy Lee and Celia pay a call to Kelly's for some good cheer. One of the families who lost their home in the building collapse from Jimmy Lee's construction company tell him they don't hold him responsible. Jimmy Lee is touched by the kind words. Rick and Ginny bring the pies over to the Brownstone. When Frisco and Felicia ask Sean to help get Edward and Jimmy Lee off Felicia's back, Donely calls Edward and tells him and Jimmy Lee to stay away from Felicia. Sean later interrupts the Q's Thanksgiving dinner and tells Jimmy Lee and Edward in no uncertain terms to stay away from his business and his property. Edward is very much insulted.  Robin and Robert bring the Ancient One  a holiday dinner. Robert places a call to Holly wishing her a Happy Thanksgiving. The Hardy's annual Thanksgiving celebration. A bedridden Filomenia wants to see Robin. Robert and Anna decide not to tell Robin about the past. Robin visits the Ancient One and Filomenia at GH. 

11/27/86 It is Thanksgiving Day and Jake, Bobbie, Terry, Tiffany, Ted, Buzz, Sandy, Ruby, Patrick, Tania, Tony and Dan spend it at the Brownstone. At the Hardys, the Quartermaines and Jessie celebrate the holiday. Scorpio is keeping surveillance of the ship, watching out for Frisco. Locked up on the ship, Frisco is demanding to speak with Angus, but one of his guards informs Frisco that Angus won't speak with  him until tomorrow . Steve and Buzz offer Monica the job as head of cardiology, replacing Rick, and she accepts. After speaking with Robin over the phone, a lonely Anna takes food to the catacombs for Duke. After Tony demands to know where his brother is, Robert tells him that Frisco is working undercover  and in danger.

GH Thanksgiving Dvd #2 1987-1992

11/26/87 With Commercials. Thanksgiving in PC. Robert tells Sean about Autumn’s motive to want to snuff out Herbert. The Lavery’s plan their Thanksgiving dinner. Edward and Alan will still not admit defeat. Herbert gives them till the end of dinner. Bobbie tries to call her contact, Rudy, and get the bail money for her and Laurie.  Al finds out that it was Bobbie who blew the whistle on “Safe Haven”. He finds the purse Bobbie left behind. Al is bend on revenge. Andy wants to make a bet on his game. Ruby throws a Thanksgiving dinner open house for the GH staff. Melissa tries to convince Corey that Greg has changed. After pressure from Monica, Edward agrees to concede to Herbert but are interrupted when Robert and Sean arrive at the Qs wanting to see Autumn and Herbert. Jake brings Skeeter to see Martha at Kellys. Bobbie makes the newspapers thanks to Al. The Qs learn that Sean helped Herbert in the contest. 

11/23/89 Commercials. Thanksgiving in Port Charles. Frisco and Tony try and cook. Sean and Tiffany arrive in Rio. The cops tell Scott they found Lucy's car at Pine Circle. Lucy is still not giving in. Dawn joins the Q's for thanksgiving. Alan finds Dawn's birth certificate and the formula in Monica's dresser. He is livid and accuses Monica and Dawn of trying to steal from him. He and Monica argue and he storms out. Monica vows to find the person who set her up. Olivia puts on a show and freaks out when she sees Scott at Pine Circle. Tiffany and Sean show up at the clinic where Duke had his surgery. Sean rifles through the files. They get caught and thrown out of the clinic. The Jones have Thanksgiving dinner. Duke tells his doctor he must leave the clinic as it is not safe any more. Sean and Tiffany call Anna to come to Rio to help them.

11/22/90 With Commercials. Thanksgiving Day in PC. Anna is not too happy when she learns Robin invited Edge to dinner. Ruby serves the homeless at Kelly’s. Tom thinks Steve may retire as COS. Lucy wants to serve duck instead of turkey but Charlene brings a turkey with her. Lucy is peeved when Monica and Scott show up at the mansion for dinner. Meg and Jessie join the Hardy’s for dinner. Steve announces at dinner that Tom has been promoted to ACOS. Lucy babbles on to the Q’s about buying the Harrington estate and renovating it by Christmas. King and Katherine arrive at Anna’s for dinner. Scott stops by the Hardy’s for dessert. Alan gives a toast in the Q tradition. Tony learns Bobbie lied to him about her plans.

11/25/92 With Commercials. Scott and Dominique help Ruby feed the homeless on Thanksgiving. Tiffany has second thoughts about joining the Jones’s for Thanksgiving dinner. Julia books a table at the grill for dinner with her and Brenda. Brenda ditches her though. Karen and Rhonda join the Qs for Thanksgiving. AJ is in a foul mood as he received a letter from the PI saying that he has no leads on Nikki. AJ flies off the handle when Jason says that Nikki is not worth all his pain and take off. Sean and Tiffany have dinner with the Jones. Jenny tells Paul to stay away from her. Lucy is back in PC and sees Scott and Dominique together. Brenda comes back to the hotel to have dinner with Julia. Jason and Karen find AJ on the docks and convince him to come back to the house. AJ and Jason make it in time for dinner with the Qs. Scott calls Lee and Gail to tell them that he and Dominique have decided to stay married. Jagger misses his brother and sister and vows to find them.

GH Thanksgiving Dvd #3 1994-1999

11/24/94 Audrey and Steve are having dinner at the PC Grill with Simone and Tom, Jr. They haven't heard from Tom, who is out saving the world while ignoring his family. Steve wants to get out quick so he can watch the PCU game, and he's antsy till the end when he gets to go watch in the kitchen. Audrey is concerned about Simone's social life, but Simone is fine, she says.

At the Brownstone, Tony and Bobbie and Robin and Stone are getting ready. Bobbie is thankful that they're together and having therapy, Tony is glad they are giving Lucas a nice day. Felicia and Maxie and Lucas come in, bearing sweet potatoes.  Maxie, who has Soap Aging Syndrome, has helped with the marshmallows, as has Lucas (who doesn't), who ate some first.  Lucas says "this is a good day!"  Maxie is thankful for the new baby and her new heart. Robin and Stone are creating their own magic in the kitchen. Mac comes, discovers them, and is annoyed, the more so when Robin announces they kiss all the time in the Outback.  Part of his anger is doubtless jealousy, as Stone seems to be having a better time than Mac is.  Kevin comes in and announces he normally doesn't socialize with patients, but after all he was their friend before he was their counselor. He asks Mac what Thanksgiving is all about.  Mac remembers a day he was very thankful that had nothing to do with food, when he was a guide to this gorgeous blonde scientist in the [Australian] Outback. It made you glad to be alive.  Kevin remembers a like day in his own life when he discovered a letter by Freud stuck in a missal in a forgotten corner of a library.  Mac gets a truly puzzled look on his face.  But, he says, tell me, "how can one be truly thankful when there's something fundamentally wrong with the Universe?"  There are no women in their lives. He knows about worm crawl. Mac goes to get Robin and Stone for dinner and loses his temper.  Robin finds out Mac had known about the skunk, and she is amazed at how duplicitous he is.  The two have a loud, screaming, public fight.

The show opened with Lucy talking to a sunflower, saying how disappointed she is in Thanksgiving. The doorbell rings, and she's hoping it's Kevin so she can tell him off. However, it's a deliveryman with her Long Island reerange duck.  He won't take it back, and to her horror, it's alive.  But, well, "it eats worms, doesn't it?"  What to do with the duck?  She goes to the PC Grill to have it dispatched. Carl is no help, and will not take the duck to the chef to be killed, as they are busy and don't have time. Lucy threatens with her ELQ stock, but gets no satisfaction.

The Quartermaines are all settled down to watch the game, including yelling at Monica when she gets in the view, till Lila announces "no TV."  Edward explains "It's not TV, it's football!"  Lila wants a civilized conversation. Edward: "What could we possibly have to be civilized about?"  Lila suggests they count their blessings, and Edward dons his sarcastic personna. He is "thankful" to be in court defending himself against a murder charge, and this is instilling humility and he is much better without all that nasty corrupting money that he's dropping on legal fees, and as an extra bonus, he got out early on Wednesday by keeling over!  Lila says nonsense, he has his family, good health, and ELQ.  Monica adds that at least Edward isn't facing a death sentence as she may be.  Alan simply pats M's hand and says he is grateful for how well she's holding up.  Monica then goes on to count her blessings. Losing a breast took 8 pounds off and despite the possibilities, the chemo took another 10 pounds, and she's always wanted to be a size 0.  AJ gets right into the spirit of the thing by being "thankful" he hasn't had a drink in months because he wouldn't want to be in an alcoholic haze and miss all the dulcet tones of this family fun.

Alan comments about self pity, and Edward says, "If we aren't entitled to self-pity, who is?"  Jason sees an opportunity to mention the folks in Charles Street and Edward resents being the bad guy just because he's a rich white Protestant male.  Ned says "some problems are more transient than others" and A.J. says "Lois ain't never gonna forgive you, Ned." Monica says, "What? And miss her opportunity to bond with this unique family?"  Lila, in distress, says, "I wish I'd never brought it up!"  Jason mutters to Alan, "we're an Oprah show run amok" and A.J. says over his seltzer "surely there's one family that's this dysfunctional."  Reginald leaves this family fun to answer the door, a big mistake. It's Ms. Coe with the duck.  She insists on seeing Edward right this minute. Reginald says there's family in there and Lucy reminds him that "I used to be a Mrs. Quartermaine."  Reginald agrees "I wasn't here, but I've heard the stories."  They juggle the duck and Lucy's coat "May I take your duck?" Lila, meanwhile, has said "You're all behaving quite petulantly!"  Monica remarks that "If you were looking for a nice upbeat family, you picked the wrong crowd."  Lila: "Surely there must be something we can all be thankful for!"  At this point, Reginald announces Lucy, and they all remember what they are all thankful for!

"What's this urgent matter?" huffs Edward.  Lucy says "Duck!" and the family hits the deck.  Ned comments the duck looks underdone.  Lucy dumps the bird in Edward's lap explaining how traumatized she was by Carl's refusal to instantly take it for slaughter. There's a Q game of pass the duck: to Ned, to Reginald.  Reginald, horrified, "You want me to do in the duck? I've got to draw the line at canardicide." Lila says "Reginald, I thought you drew the line at worms."  Lila goes on, despite Edward's frantic hand signals, to invite Lucy for a drink. Lucy, filled with the joy of the season, decides to share it with the family. Starting with Edward, poor dear, and the trial. On to Monica and her poor health, and when she finds out Alan won't be going to New Mexico, she reminds him that he is a caring husband. A.J. makes the only unselfish remark of the day, probably in an effort to protect his mother from any more of Lucy's solicitude, and says "We're thankful to be rid of Damian and Katherine" and Lucy offers to drink to that with him.  She tells Jason how nice it was to see him at Pier 52 with Keesha, and how brave he is going up against the family like that, and isn't it a little awkward as she's with the Ward family.  Tempers are rising, and Lucy decides maybe she'd better get along with the duck.  A.J. tells her not to quack up, and Jason explains he's always been a wise-quacker.  Lucy fumbles her way out the door, the camera pans across the family's stunned faces, and Monica remarks, "Nothing like a quiet family holiday, is there?"

It's gotten dark.  Lucy apologizes to the duck for not having a baby seat. She rattles on, explaining the Lucy version of karma. Wouldn't it be really funny if the duck was a former enemy of hers that she could eat?  She glances at the duck, and realizes it's the reincarnation of Victor Jerome!  But, as she drives on, she begins to realize that she's bonding with the duck. It's better company than Kevin.  "You have been more fun tonight than he has been in an entire month."  On to the Brownstone, where she walks in on the Mac-Robin fight.  She had wanted her favorite ex-husband, the surgeon, to kill the duck, but she's really angry at finding Kevin there, that Kevin has a place to go and she hasn't, and she throws the duck at Kevin "Pluck the duck!" and storms off to Puerto Rico.

Meanwhile, back at the Qs', A.J. needles Ned that it's too bad Lois isn't here.  Ned tells his grandfather that as soon as he's sure about Edward's health, he'll be going to PR.  Edward forbids it, there's corporate business to be done.  He builds up steam remembering all the corporate time that has been wasted by Ned chasing after Lois. Reginald announces dinner, Annabelle sneaks out, Edward huffs "DAMN dinner too!" Monica comes over and yells at

Edward, who says she's pushing his good nature. She says "Tough noogie! Chill out, Edward!" Lila gets materfamilial and orders them to "Plant yourselves and listen to me!"  Annabelle, who appears to be eating for 6 or 7 gazes at the feast. Hypnotized, she gets closer and closer, and extends her nose, then her tongue.

Lila delivers a Mary Mae speech but it's bearable coming from her.  "We are the most fortunate people on the face of the earth," she starts, and tells them to take a moment to remember how much they depend on each other, and how much, despite some pardonable lapses, they love each other.  After a slow scan of the shamed faces, she says "let's go to dinner."  Annabelle takes the leg and vanishes, just as the family reaches the door and looks upon disaster! Ned picks up the picked clean carcass and says "Pizza, anyone?" Reginald informs them that cook is planning to fall on her carving knife. Bet they wish they'd kept the duck!  Lila insists they should sing the Psalm and Annabelle is sharing the spoils with Foster.

11/23/95 AJ, “Say, Grandfather, I hear the Tokyo deal fell apart.  Too bad Ned mishandled such a ---”
Edward, “I uh suggest that you stay off that subject.  Now, no matter what Ned did or didn't, it'll be a cold day in Hell before you're in any position to criticize him!
Alan: Of course, Father.  How dare anyone criticize Ned?  Bigamist, manipulator, apple of your eye.
Edward: Well, at least he can hold his liquor!
Monica, storming in: That's enough!
Edward: I beg your pardon?
Monica: I mean it, Edward.  Now, Emily is upstairs, getting ready for her first Thanksgiving without her mother.  And for her sake, we are going to celebrate it with warmth, with sensitivity, and with family togetherness! (yelling) If it kills us!

Edward: And well it might!  If ever a man was surrounded by such a pack of incompetents...

Lila:  Edward!  SHUT UP!

Edward: I will NOT be told to shut up in MY HOUSE!
Monica: It's MY house! (Alan interjects: I gave it to you!) And as long as you're living in it [underlying threat to send him back to Kelly's] you'll behave yourself.
Lila: Not just for Emily's sake.  I too find the family fireworks quite fatiguing.  That is why I've decided to break with tradition.  Instead of dining on turkey and sniping at each other, we're going to have a harmonious meal over duck a l'orange.  

Katherine and Mac are too busy smooching to cook, so they order Peking Duck. She's a little disappointed that her plans to cook him a traditional meal have fallen through, but he assures her Chinese food is traditional to him.

Tony notices the turkey has shrunk.  Turns out they are having roast duck instead, as Bobbie burning the turkey last year turned out so badly, and she thought she'd try something new.  Tony says he's become an expert at rolling with the punches and Bobbie is grateful.  But there is one thing.  He has invited Lucy and Sigmund. Meanwhile, Lucy has lost Sigmund.  He's not in the bath and a window is open. Where can he be? Back at Katherine's apartment, the lovers have unliplocked long enough to order the food and answer the door. There's frantic knocking at the door.  It's Lucy!  "Mac, Mac, my very dear friend!"  She tells him about Sigmund, and Katherine snears: "all this high drama for a duck, Lucy?"

"I wouldn't expect YOU to understand!" Lucy responds.  Mac really doesn't want to leave Katherine, but he questions Lucy: "You two hadn't quarreled?  No fights, no disagreements? You haven't struck him recently, have you?" at which Lucy strikes Mac, yelling "NO! I would never do that!"  (Meanwhile, she is absentmindedly eating their food.)

Mac suggests that Siggy is just out exploring and that Lucy should go home and wait for him.  Lucy: "Are you insane? I can't do that, I have to find him, I have to DO something!"  Mac tells her nothing can be done until 24 hours have passed.  Lucy pleads with him... "I came to you of all people because I thought you would help....You care about him, you know him, he's supposed to be your friend."  She turns to Katherine: "SHE has done this to you, hasn't she?"  Katherine has stolen his conscience. Then Lucy discovers it's DUCK they're eating.  "How COULD you?" Katherine points out "it's not YOUR duck, Lucy!" but Lucy doesn't believe her till Mac reminds her that Peking duck takes days to prepare.  When she's gone, Katherine enjoys picking up more food and preparing to enjoy it.  They return to smooching and eating.  

Meanwhile, back at the Quartermaine's, the harmony is limping on, with a little help from the gin. Edward: Ah, thank you, Reginald. A little sauce of the juniper will make me a benign patriarch. 
AJ: Whatever works.
Monica: AJ! Ned and Lois come in.  Emily runs happily toward them. Ned is carrying his samisen and Lois explains that it's insurance.  "Since Mr. Q. is making noises about sending Ned to Tokyo" she gave him a way to make music there.  "That way, even in Tokyo he'll still be my Eddie."
Edward: Well, my dear, you really do have a sense of humor.
Lois: Ummmm. A quality (she explains to Emily) necessary for survival in this place. Ned and Lois tell about the bank.  Neither Lila nor Monica like the "nickel-and-dime" comment.
Edward: Light hearted sparring.  Pare of the preliminary skirmishes.  The battle has yet to commence.
Lois: There is no battle.  The battle is over.  It's not even an issue.
Edward: Is that so?
Monica, warningly: Edward, you promised!
Ned: Promised what?
Alan: A harmonious family holiday.
Lois (with Ned in the background mouthing "harmonious? family? Oh yes!”): Oh, what a great idea!  We can do harmonious, can't we, Mr. Q.?
Edward: Of course.  I can deal with you tomorrow. Emily looks a bit distraught, small wonder.

Back at the Brownstone, there are Felicia and Maxie working on hors-d'oeurves when Tom comes bouncing in.  He plans to go play with the kids and Felicia in the back, and Tommy comes bouncing down, off to Thanksgiving dinner with MaryMae and family.  Tom can't let this go, so he makes sure Tommy will be back at the Hardy's to help Steve cheer on PCU.  Simone looks a tad upset, and Justus like a thundercloud, but they agree, and Felicia eavesdrops on Tom telling his mother to tell Simone she's expected.  She, Felicia, points out to Tom how he's using Tommy, and Tom tries the "poor little abused me" routine till Felicia calls him on it, telling him he's passing it on to Tommy.  Tom asks for Felicia to help him if he does this again, and in bursts Lucy!  "My very best friend in the world, I need your help!" Tom, the dear sweet man, suggests "ducknapping", which panics Lucy. At this point, Bobbie comes in looking for her recipe to find out when to turn the ducks.  "MURDERESS!!!!" screams Lucy, and Tom rather foolishly keeps her from clawing Bobbie's eyes out.  Bobbie snottily explains that they bought their ducks from the butcher yesterday.  "So you're going to eat them today.  Without a qualm.  How? Could you? " and turning to Felicia "How could YOU?" and Lucy stalks out.

Katherine and Mac are still in their clinch and the doorbell rings.  It's Kevin, who looks surprised to see Katherine in her own apartment. Oh. They convince him to sit, which he does, and starts to eat, absentmindedly.He's not exactly in a holiday mood. Mac tells him about Sigmund, Katherine asks how the relationship with Lucy is going, they discuss Lucy for a while, while Kevin polishes off a good deal of the meal.  Kevin heads out to look for Sigmund, and Mac says to call him if he needs him. Kevin says "You're a good man, Mac", as Katherine and Mac return to their clinch.

Back at the mansion, Jason and Keesha come in, with Edward huffing: "Well, you're late."  Keesha says hi to Lila and gives a headpiece to Emily, which matches her dress perfectly.  AJ thanks Keesha for covering up for him, and all he's drinking is orange juice.  Jason, jealous, comes up, taking a sip of AJ's drink. The two brothers start shoving and telling each other to back off, and Lois poings out they are doing harmonious this year.  "WHAT?" says Jason in total disbelief.  Lois explains "Well, you know, it's just a concept, but you know, it's like all of us trying to get along together, huh?"

You can hear Edward muttering something about "totally ridiculous" as Reginal escorts Lucy in.
Lucy: Edward, thank God you're here, listen, I need your help.  No I don't need your help I need your clout, I need your influence, I need your POWER!
Edward: What are you babbling about?
Lucy: My duck!
Edward: Huh?
Lucy: Sigmund.  You see, he's disappeared or he's gone or he's misplaced or I'm really beginning to believe that someone ducknapped him.  So I want you to call the police.  I want you to pull some strings and use your clout and influence and get them to help me!
Edward: I'm sorry, that's beyond the scope of ...
Lucy: NO IT'S NOT!  Nothing is beyond Edward Quartermaine's scope!  I mean, the whole town is talking about how you're going to get AJ off from that DWI so please, why don't you use your power to help someone innocent? Mother Quartermaine?
Reginald: Duck's ready.
Lucy (in great pain): DUCK???? What are you people doing?  Do you even think about your actions?  Dining on little innocent blameless waterfowl?  What about those little ducks, using them to satisfy your basest instincts? What is it?  Duckycide is a crime against nature, don't you know that?  All the little feathered creatures want is a pond to paddle around in don't you see?  and they want to be your friends. And how do you repay them?  MURDER!  BLOODSHED! AND ORANGE SAUCE! This has got to stop somewhere!  It's got to stop here!  That's what I'm trying to say.  Please! Please people please, let it stop here, I beg you!Lucy leaves, and Emily sums it up.  "WOW!" The Quartermaines decide not to have duck, so Lila tells Reginald "you know what to do".  Brave BRAVE Reggie heads to the kitchen to confront Cook, and somehow lives to order the pizza.  They sing and eat.

Bobbie Tony and Tom discuss Dr. Dorman, and Luke and Lucky arrive bearing pecan pies.  Lucky tells of his adventure.

At Mary Mae's, Simone calls Audrey, who says yes indeed they are expecting Tommy.  And there's Lucy!  She's come to ask for Councilman Ward's help, and yes, he calls the police to report a missing duck.  Lucy leaves, but is delighted to hear that Mary Mae is having turkey.  She is a wonderful warm human being.

Lucy goes to Kevin's.  Thank goodness Razz has already transcribed this, but it starts with Lucy "Don't YELL at me!" and Kevin, "I'M NOT YELLING!!" They worry, discuss feelings about the duck, and hear quacking.  At the park, at the pond, Sigmund has found a ladylove, Billie.  Lucy agrees to let him stay overnight with his inamorata, but then he must come home and be a good duck.

Katherine and Mac are still smooching on the couch when Robin comes by to see Mac and tell him she loves him.  She absentmindedly eats some food.  "Nothing Sonny cooked last night can compare to this." When she's gone to the Penthouse, Katherine notices that everyone came to see Mac, but she liked it, even Lucy, because they all depended on him to be there for them

11/28/96 Brenda bounces into the Jacks' living room, handing Jax a drink. "I am SO excited about the start of our first holiday season as a married couple!"  They kiss.  She asks if Australians celebrate Thanksgiving. Jax says his family never did till they mobed to Alaska, and then "we didn't eat dainty little birds.  Lady Jane usually bagged a moose..."Brenda doesn't want to hear about that.. she gets up close and personal as she tells him she's going to show him what Thanksgiving is about.  He laughs, "How?  You're going to point to a picture?"  She says he shouldn't make fun of her culinary expertise.  "You know I love you madly, Brenda, but you don't have any."  She admits that while that may be true, she's a whiz at room service.  There's a knock at the door. It's Miranda, accompanied by violin music. As the girls turn t and chorus "HI!"  Jax is stunned as he listens to their personal and way too friendly conversation. Sonny appears with a platter of mooseburgers.  Brenda and Miranda complain.  Miranda: "Sonny, he won't pick one of us!"  Sonny responds: "And you're surprised?  The guy's a wimp!"  He's brought duelling pistols.  They start to count off and Brenda hugs and kisses Sonny, muttering "Come here, baby, I'm going to get rid of him once and for all." At "ten!" both Miranda and Brenda have their pistols leveled at Jax, who looks particularly young as he shouts "WAIT! I can explain!" He wakes up.  He's on an airplane.  Later, awake, he remembers Miranda and Brenda.

Kevin is watching football, sharing popcorn with Sigmund.  "Yo, LUCE! I think I'm starting to get this now!" She comes in with some veggies and is amazed he's watching football.  He belches.  "Oh, boy.  I'm startingto get this craving for salami.  We have any?"  No, but she has this lovely hors-d'ouevre tray.  Kevin yells at the TV: "Are you BLIND? Stupid and blind? Oh my..." Lucy sits next to him asking for romantic music.. he's not listening, because he's standing up and cheering.  The doorbell rings.  It's Felicia, accompanied by the same violin music. Kevin: "Come on IN! Make yourself comfortable!" Lucy is surprised, but Felicia says, "Where ELSE would I be on Thanksgiving except with my bestest friends in the Whole Wide World?" Kevin is waving someone in: "Come on IN! Make yourself comfortable!" It's Tom.  "You're looking extremely obsessive compulsive today, Lucy!" Lucy, confused, thanks him, and Kevin waves in someone: "Come on IN! Make yourself comfortable!"  It's Mac.  "Hi, Lucy, what's for dinner?" She starts to explain they weren't expecting everyone and Kevin yells: "Come on IN! Make yourself comfortable!" to Katherine, who to the accompaniment of spooky organ music says, "Mac! You walked away right in the middle of my sickness!"  "Ewww!" from Lucy. "Kevin, please get away from the door NOW!"  Behind her, Felicia is drawing stick figures at the easel.  Kevin closes the door: "Say, can I get anyone a refreshing beverage, perhaps a delicious snack?"  Lucy tries to say there are no snacks.  Kevin looks at Felicia's drawings: "I'd call it minimalist."  Katherine, stuffing her face, admires Lucy's outfit.  Lucy looks down, and she's naked!  Felicia goes off to get her something to wear, and Lucy snatches a tablecloth to wrap herself in.  Kevin excuses himself to go -- check on Felicia.  Lucy doesn't think that's a good idea but Mac stops her to hold her for questioning in the abduction of Sigmund Coe Collins. She says that's actually Collins Coe, and the duck came of his own free will... but Sigmund isn't there.  Katherine is stuffing herself with duck.  She belches. Mac pulls off his shoe, which is actually a phone.  "10-4, Roger Wilco, Over and Under, Yeah, this is Police Commissioner Scorpio and I want an APB out on a missing duck. (to Lucy) Haven't we done this before?"

Felicia runs out of the bedroom and jumps on Lucy: "He's coming, he's coming, he's after me!"  Tom saunters up behind, holds up a piece of celery, and asks: "care for a stalk?"  Kevin: "Felicia! Answer the phone!" It rings, and she answers it, no one is there.  Kevin laughs, Felicia runs, Kevin chases her, Katherine asks for plum sauce, Mac is still on the shoe, describing the duck with arm and hand gestures, and Tom is munching his celery.  Tom: "If you didn't insist on separating Kevin from Ryan, Ryan wouldn't be out right now."  Felicia and Kevin run around Lucy.  Lucy asks "are you Ryan?" He answers no.  Oh, good, then he's Kevin.  No.  He's Devin.  Tom does a Sherlock Holmes impression: "Fascinating."  Kevin, uh, Devin, says: "That guy and his secrets!  I can't believe he didn't tell you about the rest of us -- there could be ten, maybe twelve."  He counts on his fingers... Kevin, Devin, Evan, Ryan, Tryin, Cryin, Dyin, Lyin, and Bruce!  Lucy is horrified and covers her ears.  Devin excuses himself: "Gotta run."  Felicia is sharing duck with Katherine and does not like being called by Devin.  "Oh, ALL right!" She starts to run, he chases her.  Katherine tells Tom he must try the duck, so he does.  Mac is still on the shoe.  Tom says "Fat little sucker, isn't he?" and Lucy screams.

She's actually asleep on the couch and Kevin is sketching her.  Lucy jerks awake.  Kevin says "hi."  Lucy wants to see what he's drawing.  She doesn't believe she looks that peaceful to him considering the dream whe was having.  He comments that she smells a little bit like apples, and she immediately panics over the stuffing.  He pulls her back and checks. It's her.  They kiss.  There's a tapping at the door.  Lucy worries, DID Kevin invite anyone?  It's Sigmund who apparently forgot his key.

Later a delivery boy comes with a tray of salami and a sixpack of beer. Lucy is watching a football game with running commentary on the cheerleaders' outfits and the cute butts of the players, while Kevin tries to sort out WHY there's a tray of salami and a sixpack of beer. Lucy explains that she was worried that he was going to want these "manly man" kind of things.  He denies he's that different and they hug and kiss, but Lucy sneaks another peek at the game.

Katherine is enthusiastic about how the meal is coming along.  Mac asks if Miranda is in the kitchen.  Katherine says she left.  Mac is disappointed but "Oh, well, there's always a bright side.  This way I get to devote all my attention to the GAME!"  He clicks on the TV and asks Katherine to get him some popcorn. When she brings it, she tries to climb in his lap, but Mac is so engrossed in the game he doesn't notice, jumps up to cheer and dumps her onto the floor.  She's hurt her elbow.  Miranda, in football shirt, comes in with beers and sits next to Mac.  They push Katherine's head down so they can see better.  She goes off to get the doorbell.  Suddenly she's dressed like June Cleaver, hair and all.  Pink shirtwaist, pearls, the works.  "I'll get the door, don't anybody move now."  Miranda is in Mac's lap and they are enjoying the game. At the door, it's Brian kissing a scantily-clad Lucy.  Katherine protests: "You are the Face of Deception! She is the competition!"  

"I know, I can't help it."  Lucy sings: "He wants to marry me!"  Katherine protests that she can't marry Brian, she's going to marry Kevin.  Miranda comments that she could marry them both.  Lucy invites Katherine to be her matron of honor.  Suddenly Katherine is in a cop uniform.  "Matron of honor?"  Brian, meanwhile, is gazing at himself in a hand mirror.  "Sullen, that's my bread and butter, don't-cha think?"  They all chorus at Katherine: "What's for dinner?" Katherine thinks she started to cook something, and Lucy tells her that the cook's daughter has to sing for her supper.  Katherine protests that she doesn't sing, and Lucy counters: "I know that, but you simply must." They all chorus: "SING!"  Katherine is in Shirley Temple outfit and curls.  She sings and dances to Moonlight Bay while Brian, Lucy, Mac and Miranda look on.  (Interesting the differences in Lucy's and Katherine's nightmares.  Lucy's is a lot more detailed, and has to do more with her fears for Kevin, while Katherine's is blunter, and about still being the Cook's Daughter.  Both, however, feature the other as a villainess.) 

Mac comes in and kisses Katherine away.  "Have I ever told you just how innocent you look when you're sleeping?"  She tells him about her dream, though "Lucy was there which I reckon upgrades it to a nightmare!"  Mac comments: "You know, I'll bet you two were married in another life!" "Ugh!  Don't even say that word!  There's far too much of that going around if you ask me!"  They talk about Robin, who is at least with Jason.  Miranda has made herself scarce, so they start to cuddle on the couch, which I would have thought was a mistake, since Miranda could turn up any time.

Ruby attempts to kick Sonny out of Kelly's which is closed for their annual feed-the-poor time.  He's brought a message from Robin who is dishing up food at a homeless shelter.  He's also brought a check, and he tells Ruby to go get some rest, he and his henchmen will continue to serve the meals today.

Edward is relaxing and Alan, Monica and Emily come in with some wood for the fireplace.  It's nice and nippy and and crisp and wonderful.  They stick the wood in the fireplace.  Alan says: "I can't wait for it to start snowing. I just want to go sledding so badly!"  They stand in front of the fireplace hugging and Edward says, snidely, "Let me guess.  The Waltons!  Very good.  You keep this up all through dinner and you will make Lila very happy."  Emily hopes they won't have pizza again.  "Mercy, no!"  Ma Walton, uh, Monica says.  "Bite your tongue!" adds Alan.  "It's going to be a traditional, old-fashioned Thanksgiving."  "Not so fast!" interrrupts Reginald.  "Sonny Corinthos."  The violins play.  

Sonny says, "Tell me something, Reginald.  What is it I do that makes you so nervous all the time?"  "Uh, I don't know, breathe maybe?"  "Nonsense," beams Alan, who has obviously been hitting the pain pills too hard, "Sonny's a PAL.  An Invited Guest come to spend the holiday with us."  Monica chirps up (also on the happy pills, apparently) "And we COULDn't be more pleased!"  Sonny tells Reginald: "I've always been a believer in live and let live.  I never saw any reason why we all just can't be friends."  He puts his hand out for Reginald to kiss.  Edward is huffing about Sonny and that jax character stealing his business and Sonny tells him not to take it personally, he'll have himself another heart attack.  Emily goes to Sonny and hugs him.  "How are you?"  "So much better now!" she responds. 

Justus bops on in.  "Hey! (to Sonny)  My Main MAN!"  He has all the deep dark nasty secrets on Edward.  Sonny is delighted to know that Edward whacked Damian Smith!  "I did no such thing!"  Sonny shows the file to the family.  "Grandpa!"  "Edward!"  "Father!"  Ned comes in wearing an Eastern monk's robe.  "Oh, Ned!" exclaims Edward.  "Thank God you're here!  This whole room has gone mad!  Although I shouldn't be surprised and I -- uh -- what the devil are you wearing, Ned?"  (Mysterious Asian music plays)  "Ah.  Grandfather. That is precisely the point.  The devil is no more.  All is peace.  Harmony.  Oneness in the universe.  Now that I've discovered my spiritual path."  "Isn't that Wonderful?" beams Alan. "GOOD for Ned!" enthuses Monica.  They applaud. Brenda and Jax come in, wishing everyone a happy Thanksgiving.  Jax and Sonny shake hands.  "Yo, Sonny BOY!"  "Yeah, what's the word?" "Thunderbird."  "What's the price?"  "Eddie twice."  Edward is blustery and baffled.  "ELQ has been taken over by cretins and imbeciles!  Now, Ned, you have to do something!"  "I intend to," Ned replies calmly. "Sonny, Jax, come to me, please.  I propose we donate all existing ELQ assets to various Bensonhurst charities and start all over."  They think this is a great idea.  Brenda remarks: "Jax and I should rummage through all these old knickknacks and pick out some wedding gifts for ourselves, don't you think?"  Ned agrees.  Brenda smiles at Jax: "Come allong, my little blueberry muffin!"  Jax: "Whatever you say, sweetums."

Alan says: "Perhaps now, Father, there'll be room for me in a kinder, gentler ELQ."  Edward isn't going down without a fight: "That'll be a cold day in Hell."  Ned says, "The CEO position is wide open.  You and Justus can fight it out to your heart's content."  Justus says "Oh, no, please, please, Alan you take it, I insist.  I'm gonna work with Sonny on his end of things."  Edward blusters "No no no, now this is unthinkable for you to betray me like this!"  Justus says: "EDWARD!  I'm struggling with my identity!  Today, I'm the Rebel in the family!"  Reginald comes bouncing in: "They're here!"  The family all assumes their positions. It's President and Mrs. A.J. Quartermaine.  Keesha is in pillbox hat and Chanel suit, very Kennedy-esque.   "Ruffles and Flourishes" plays.  "My Fellow Americans: One thing that you can be certain of isthat A.J. Quartermaine likes his sweet potatoes with plenty of marshmallows." Edward shouts: "This is a NIGHTMARE!" and they chorus:"SHUT UP, EDWARD!" Lila wheels in.  "Good news, everyone, good news!  I just spoke to Tracy.  She's coming home, and she's bringing Dylan with her!" Edward covers his eyes.  

Lila dimples at A.J:  "Nice to see you, Mr. President."  Jason drives his motorcycle into the room.  Lila hopes he'll stay for dinner.  "Oh, grandmother, I can't. I've only got enough time to rip off a few candlesticks and meet up with my buds at the tattoo parlor."  At this, Emily lights up.  "Oh, Alan, can I go, PLEEEEASE. I've been dying to get 'Quartermaines rule' tattooed on my thigh!"  Alan beams: "Of course you can, my precious girl!"  Edward asks: "Have you all gone stark staring mad?"  He tells Emily that she's not setting one foot out of the house with that hoodlem.  Emily sweet-talks him: "Ah, Edward, I would rethink that position. You see, Justus and Sonny have taught me to use surveillance equipment and I've taped all your private conversations.  If I don't get my way, I'll turn them all over to Dara Jensen."  Monica says, "I'm so proud of you, Emily!"  Alan agrees:  "A True Quartermaine at last!"  Keesha informs them that the CIA has checked into Edward's background.  It turns out he has another illegitimate son. That's enough for Lila: "That's IT!  Dominican Republic, here I come!" Sonny grins at Edward: "Hey-ya Pops, how's it going?"  "Oh, goodie," says Prince Charming.   "I've always wanted another brother!  jimmie Lee Holt never made it for me!  Sonny!  My bro!"  They hug.

Monica was having so much fun she forgot to give Edward his medical results.  It's Good News!  He needs surgery right away!  "What for?"  "It doesn't matter."  Alan's hand is all fixed and he's ready.  Alan puts his claw up: "Gee, Monica, ya think?"  He hopes he remembers how to do surgery.  "It's like falling off a bike," Jason comments.  Alan has a bright idea: "You (to Jason) used to be premed, would you like to assist?  What do you think?"  "I don't know.  Sonny?  What do I think?" Sonny thinks it'd be great, and Justus agrees that "having a henchman with surgical skills could prove invaluable."  "Cool," Jason enthuses. They gather around Edward. He mumbles and mutters.  He's asleep in the chair with Reginald and Lila watching him.  Reginald asks: "You think we should wake him?"  Lila thinks "might as well let him sleep while he can." Edward wakes up with Lila watching.  Ned comes in: "Happy Thanksgiving." The family comes in.  Ned asks Emily if she's happy about her parents' reconciliation.  She changes the subject.  Justus and Keesha come in, and AJ starts to talk business till Keesha stops him.  Reginald announces that Cook has resigned.  SOMEONE sullied her kitchen by making a peanut butter and jelly sandwich.  "I was HUNGRY, OK?" A.J. sputters.  The turkey is still half-frozen.  Alan says, "Well,  I think we know what that means!"  Ned says "Make mine pepperoni!"  They start to sing while Reginald tries to place the order.  Reginald finally says "You do this every year!"

11/27/97   Brenda goes to the door.  Jax is there with dessert.  He comments that she's all dressed, and the house isn't full of smoke.  She's had a little trouble defrosting the already-stuffed but still-frozen turkey in the microwave, which is all his fault, of course. She'd made the "black cranberry sauce" because, tee-hee, she wasn't sure what "gelled" meant.  Brenda keeps looking out the window, expecting the catered meal to arrive.  This is logical, considering how often Jax has pulled her chestnuts out of the fire lately, but he actually believed her this time. There's no parachute.  Brenda says "we'll just go out" but Jax the "I'll fly it in from Ireland" guy doesn't have the enormous resources of the Quartermaines, who know how to get a take-out meal on Thanksgiving. They have marshmallows and Brenda has the great idea to make s'mores with frozen graham-cracker crust and the chocolate torte he brought. "Brenda, DON'T BAKE!" he pleads.  They end up eating the s'mores.  Awww, so cute.

Liz is having a cigarette while purportedly looking for Gatsby.  Sarah comes out and they almost talk pleasantly.  Audrey is holding flowers and Nik comes by with a centerpiece.  "Just like the Pilgrims," Liz remarks. "Bring gifts to the natives and kill them and take everything they own." No sign of Gatsby, maybe he's gone for good.  Just then the doorbell rings. Audrey asks pleasantly: "Would you get that, Elizabeth?  It's probably the juvenile authorities come to take you away."  It's actually Lucky, holding Gatsby. Audrey, who is vaguely manic, claims that Gatsby once sent her a postcard from Chicago.  There are many awkward pauses.  Then Foster barks.  Apparently Lucky took his Thanksgiving treat (Gatsby) away.  We hear G. yowl.  Lucky leaves.  Gatsby gets back.  Liz, outside, flirts with Lucky.At dinner Audrey asks Nik to say the grace, and they look at Steve's empty chair.

Luke lets Mac and Felicia and Maxie and Georgie in, shouting over his shoulder to Bobbie: "Your annoying neighbors are here."  Foster is here. The bell rings.  It's Tony and Carly.  "Hello doc Bro ex-in-law" says Luke. "Carly."  Carly hands Luke the flowers she's carrying but drops them just before he gets them.  There's an awkward pause.  (Lucas dashes in for his present and dashes out again.)  Bobbie suggests they stay for dinner? Tony and Carly try to back out, with Luke saying in the background "they have reservations" which is a double meaning for sure.  Luke certainly has reservations!  Bobbie says they need to establish a precedent.  They will be having holidays together, the children will play together, they need to practice.  Tony and Carly give in. The bell rings, and it's Amy and Ruby.  Luke tries to talk Bobbie out of having Tony and Carly.  At dinner, Luke makes a toast.  It's just all so family and nice  that Carly can't stand it and leaves the table.  Bobbie follows her.  Carly tells her she's really good at the holiday stuff. They have a bonding moment.

Annabelle comes in, but Luke tells her Foster is "so over you, babe!" She has a soggy note from Edward, but all Luke can decipher is "Quartermaines thieves!"  "Well, Annabelle, tell us something we don't already know." That favorite humorous couple, Mac and Felicia, are being quirky and perky again, over the dishwasher, which has bath toys in it. 

Jason is at the Penthouse having a traditional Q Thanksgiving meal, pizza, when Emily comes in.  He's having his mail forwarded from "that woman at Jake's"  and he's gotten two sweepstakes offers and a thing for Princess Diana collector plates.  Emily gets right to the point: "As long as you're eating pizza, why don't you have Thanksgiving with us?"  Monica is asking Alan what's wrong with Mario's?  Alan wants something a little more fancy for Thanksgiving, a gourmet pizza.  Monica argues: "I want a traditional Thanksgiving pizza, I don't want one that's made out of spinach!"  Lila comes in with Keesha and A.J.  A.J. asks: "Disaster strike already?"  Alan suggests they call all the pizza places NOW so the employees can go home. Monica tries to get A.J. and Alan out for a walk.  Suddenly there's a scream from the kitchen and a dog barking, and Justus comments: "That's not our turkey barking!"  Lila suggests, hopefully, "Maybe Cook's finally managed to murder your father..." but Edward disappoints her, running in after Annabelle and Raoul.  They've had the garlic mashed potatoes and the gravy.  Monica hands Alan the phone for Mario's.  Edward says no, he's made plans for every contingency.   "Nothing will stop us from celebrating a quiet pleasant uneventful family  Thanksgiving." Ned and Alexis come in.  Back at the Penthouse, Emily asks why Jason doesn't sleep in Sonny's room.

Ned says Reginald says Cook is upstairs packing.  Edward starts to object to Alexis' prescence, and Lila shuts hims up.  Edward: "Responsible or not, we still know under whose roof she sleeps every night."  Alexis responds: "That would be yours, Edward."  Ned tells them that Alexis and Stefan have had a parting of the ways. Lila asks if someone thought to take the turkey out of the oven, and A.J. is surprised: "A turkey actually MADE it to the oven?"  Alan gets up to call Mario's, but Edward says it's his place to take care of everything, and he's ordered the pizza already.  Justus, missing Mary Mae more every minute, asks: "You mean we're giving up on our turkey dinner without a fight?" Edward: "Indeed we are NOT."  He plans to pile into the limo after dinner and take the pizza down to the homeless, "won't that be fun, mmmm?"

The bell rings.  Reginald comes in with three "Pilgrims with pizza".  Raoul barks.  The family discusses the masks, then the Pilgrims pull guns. Edward argues, as the family empties their pockets.  The haul is disgustingly small, only $64 and change.  "Don't you people carry wallets?"  "In my own home?" blusters Edward.  Monica says it ruins the line of his pants.  A.J. asks for his wallet back, and Justus gets his driver's license back, and Monica goes for her contacts, and Keesha is surprised she wears them.  Ned rescues his cell phone, and Edward goes to retrieve his gold pens, "they're not really of much value."  Lila has apparently been at the martinis again, because she erupts: "I **BEG** your pardon!  That's solid gold!" They all discuss this.

Alexis says while she's not really familiar with the protocol, she suggests they take the armed robbery seriously.  Robber #1 says "We can't go back with $64!"  Alan agrees that the Quartermaines would be laughingstocks if that got out.  Lila tells a robber that his mother should have taught him better than to manhandle an old lady in a wheelchair.  The bad guys dither. Lila says it's all most upsetting.  A.J. assures her that "they don't want to hurt anyone. DO you?" Lila says "No, these gentlemen don't seem to have any idea what they're supposed to do!"  She points out the silver. She tells them to pack up the silver and leave.  Then Alan suggests they take an ugly vase.  The Quartermaines try to get rid of other stuff.

Meanwhile, Edward writes a note for Annabelle to take to Foster. Jason shows Emily the cooked turkey he plans to use for sandwiches.  She says that's proof he's not a Quartermaine, "no Quartermaine has ever come that close to a fully cooked turkey on Thanksgiving."  She leaves.  The phone rings.  Jason remembers Robin saying how sorry she feels for the Quartermaines and how he's supposed to take care of Jason Quartermaine's family. Ned hands over a mantel clock. Alan looks at a kaleidoscope, but Monica reminds him that Emily's fond of it, so the robbers can't have it.  Emily comes in.  She's really surprised that they're getting robbed by Pilgrims.  They'll be in big trouble when her brother Jason hears about this.  She mentions Sonny's name.  The Quartermaines are interested to hear that Jason lives in the penthouse now, but the robbers are more concerned about the dreaded name "Jason Morgan." Jason comes in with Pete and the turkey. The robbers rush out, leaving everything and knocking the turkey to the ground. They leave a note from Tracy, who has planned this robbery. Raoul comes in with pizza all over his face.  They order Chinese takeout and sing their song.

Nov,1998 no Thanksgiving episode aired, the show re-aired L&L's wedding

11/25/99 At the Quartermaines, Monica phoned from a seminar in London to speak with Alan and Emily.  Carly bowed out of the festivities by pleading a headache. Edward felt he had thwarted the annual Thanksgiving bust by buying two new ovens. Emily surprised everyone with the information that she had invited Juan to dinner. Before dinner was ready, she asked to be excused for an hour or so to visit a friend named Michael. Alan asked who this person was and Emily said that he didn't know him very well. Alan asked that she be back in time to eat her turkey or pizza before it got cold. Edward admonished Alan for being so lax with Emily and he told his father that it was about a foreign concept to him: trust. Edward said that Monica and Alan were doomed to fail as parents (AJ tossed in, "Thanks a lot!") and Alan asked Edward where he, of all people, got off telling anyone how to raise children. Edward was aghast and said he had been an ideal parent. Alan asked him to then explain Tracy. Juan and Emily return to find the Quartermaines sitting down to a pizza dinner after a mishap with the new ovens. They sang several rounds of "We Gather Together To Ask the Lord's Blessings" as Carly looked on from the door.

Luke was at the club drinking when the phone rang. It was LuLu calling to with him a Happy Thanksgiving. He continued drinking, noticed the light blinking on his answering machine and listened to the fake message from Felicia…then listened to it again. He remembered his adventures with Felicia, interlaced with scenes of them swing dancing. He ended by thinking of their kiss in Mexico. Later, Laura arrived at the club with LuLu to tell Luke Happy Thanksgiving in person. Luke was not there, so they left a note for him. We then saw Luke on the docks, looking out toward Wyndemere, then putting on a pair of dark John Lennon glasses.

Laura called Mrs. Lansbury to tell her she'd be late. She remembered the bad times with Luke, from the time he found out about her affair with Stefan (at the trial) until the present. She remembered the good times with Stefan and smiled.

Hannah told Sonny how happy she was that they had invited Mike. Sonny reminded her that Mike had invited himself. Mike showed up and he and Sonny argued about everything from rotisserie turkey cooking vs oven turkey cooking to apple vs sausage dressing to yamsvs garlic potatoes. While they argued in the kitchen, Hannah remembered her happy times with Sonny since they met to the present, as well as her meetings with the FBI. Emily and Juan knocked at the door, interrupting her thoughts. (Sonny was the friend named Michael) Juan brought a loaf of bread to Sonny and wanted to say Happy Thanksgiving. Sonny thanked him. Hannah invited them to dinner, but they told her they had to get to the Quartermaines. After the left, Mike gave his usual eulogy glorifying Hannah.

Jax showed Ned how much cash he'd been able to come up with by liquefying his European assets. Ned boasted that he could make that in a day. Chloe and Alexis arrived and the four discussed the pros and cons of traditional Thanksgiving dinner. Jax preferred Moose and Ned was hooked on pizza by being a Quartermaine. Chloe told them "Tough," she had already ordered a dinner and all they had to do was go pick it up. Everyone but Jax left to get it and Jax remembered his times with Chloe from the day they met to the present. The song, "Head Over Heels" played. Later, the four had dinner together and Jax offered up a touching toast.

Carly played with Michael in his room and told him that they had a lot to be thankful for, but the money and the stuff wasn't the most important thing. The most important thing was that they had  someone who loved them and they'd be going to stay with him soon. She remembered her life  with Jason from the day they met until the present.

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11/27/00 Carly suffered the after affects of her attack and was too bruised and sore to even get out of bed. She wanted to go to Bobbie's for Thanksgiving  dinner, but Sonny thought it would be a good idea to stay home with Michael. He cooked a meal for the three of them and the new family ate their first Thanksgiving meal in the bedroom. Bobbie and Roy prepared a Thanksgiving feast for their extended families and friends. Tony shared pleasant memories of past holidays with Bobbie and thanked her for being such a forgiving person. Gia cooked dinner for Nikolas and herself and was surprised when he told her that he had invited Liz, Lucky, Emily and Juan. Lucky teased Nikolas about his potential attraction to Gia while a sad Juan fretted when Emily didn't show up. They settled in for a nice meal, but Gia decided at the last minute to go to the Brownstone for dinner  with her mother and Taggert. On her way to the cottage, Emily stopped by the prison to see Zander and lightened his mood by telling him stories about her family. Rather than continue on to Nikolas's, she went back home and celebrated with the Q's. Edward was determined that this would be the first real Thanksgiving the Quartermaines had had in years. He gave cook the day off and hired the chef from the PC Grill. Monica and Alan were prepared for disaster since cook never let anyone in her kitchen.

Their fears were realized when cook came home early, kicked the chef out and refused to cook. Everyone was relieved when A.J. came over with several pizzas and they sang their traditional holiday song.

11/22/01 Sonny catches Carly at Jax's penthouse, and Sonny offers to put up the money for Carly's new club in order to get her away from Jax. Sonny admits to signing the divorce papers, and Carly refuses to accept Sonny's offer.

A jealous Skye accuses Jax of hoping to seduce Carly in order to torture Sonny, and Jax suspects Carly of using him to manipulate Sonny. As a result, Jax backs away from Carly's business proposal, but stubborn Carly  presses on, and Jax ends up taking her to an undisclosed location. Sonny  shares a Thanksgiving dinner with Mike, and Mike begins to confess past sins until Sonny overrides him with his own admissions.

Luke makes it to Bobbie's home for the holiday, but Bobbie and Scott get detained for speeding. Laura asks Luke to fill in as host opposite her and Luke finally agrees. Later everyone is happy as they sit down to  Thanksgiving dinner. Serena approches Laura and asks her if "its" true. Laura asks her what "it" is and Serena says that Lu Lu told her. After  Laura tells her that its ok to say whatever she has to say Lu Lu announces that Laura is going to marry Scott (which Laura has not decided yet) and Lukes happy face goes to a shocked one. 

Lucky speaks to Elizabeth over the phone, and he clearly remainsunsettled. Nikolas also appears troubled after Stefan speaks badly of Stavros, and Nikolas slips away, leaving Gia with the Cassadines, to visit Helena in prison. At the same time, Alan hopes for a real Thanksgiving  dinner (which does not consist of pizza) at the Quartermaine mansion. He  sends the cook away and hires a chef to make a real holiday feast. The  Quartermaines almost have a normal Thanksgiving dinner until a food fight occurs between Monica and Skye which ruins dinner, (especially the turkey which goes flying onto the mantel). The Quatermaines are stuck with pizza once again.

11/28/02 Courtney's dream; Courtney experiences a series of strange dreams, which are all vaguely similar in the sense thatshe keeps reliving the same day over and over again with a few different twists. In each dream, Courtney anticipates kissing Jason but always ends up sharing a kiss with someone else. After growing weary of the repetition, Courtney goes on a preemptive strike to end the outcome of her day. Courtney finally gets to kiss Jason in her final dream. But as it turns out -- all the dreams were actually part of another dream- Jason's dream.

11/25/09 Diane arrived at the Davis residence with gourmet yams . As Diane handed the covered dish to Alexis she gave her instructions on how to heat the treat. Alexis admitted that she hadn't realized that Diane would be joining them. Molly entered just in time to announce that Alexis and Molly had made plans for Thanksgiving. Alexis scolded Molly for being rude, and then explained to Diane that they had intended to go to the country club for dinner. Before Diane could respond, the phone rang. Alexis left the room to answer the phone. Molly took the opportunity to hand Diane a dollar bill; she wanted to put Diane on retainer. Diane explained that her fees were considerably higher than one dollar. However, she was curious why Molly wanted her services. Molly warned Diane to not breathe a word of what she was about to reveal. Diane's interest was piqued, so she promised to keep quiet. Molly explained that she and her sisters had decided to play matchmaker for their mother.

Molly claimed that Alexis had horrible taste in men, so it might be her last opportunity to find love. Diane smiled as she assured Molly that her secret was safe. Diane's only regret was that she wouldn't be able to see Alexis' reaction when she realized that she had been set up. Molly apologized; she didn't think it would be appropriate to invite an extra guest to someone else's house. Diane completely understood. Alexis returned to the living room with news that she had added another guest to their reservations at the country club. Diane appreciated the offer, but explained that she needed to see a client. Alexis pointed out that it was a holiday, but Diane refused to be swayed. After Diane left, Molly told Alexis that they had plans to go somewhere other than the country club.

At Pozzulo's Restaurant, the eatery in Sonny's warehouse, Spinelli left a message for Maxie while Milo was wrapping up a phone call with Sonny. After they ended their calls, Spinelli wondered why Milo looked downhearted. Milo explained that Sonny was fed up with Max continually sulking and Diane hiding out in Philadelphia. Sonny had ordered Milo to remedy the situation pronto. Max entered Pozzulo's moments later; it was clear he was in a dour mood. Max explained that Sonny had sent him to Pozzulo's. According to Max, Sonny had told him that Milo would "fix him up" and that Max was to make certain that the job was done properly. It was obvious that Max assumed the assignment was work-related. A short time later, Diane arrived at Pozzulo's demanding to know why Spinelli had asked to see her. Spinelli and Milo explained that it was about Max. According to Milo, Max had been having difficulty performing. Diane immediately jumped to the conclusion that Milo had meant that Max was suffering from some sort of sexual dysfunction. Milo didn't correct Diane.

Diane was horrified at the idea that Max had been suffering in silence. She insisted that Max had been more to her than just a sex object. Spinelli decided that it was a good time for him to leave. As Spinelli departed, Max walked out of Sonny's office wearing rubber gloves and carrying a plunger. Max's gripes about plumbing problems died on his lips when his eyes connected with Diane's. Diane didn't waste time talking; she rose from the table and then marched to the office. She turned briefly to order Max to follow her. Max handed the plunger to Milo and then followed Diane into the office. After Diane and Max recovered from a satisfying romp in the office, Max learned how Milo had lured Diane to Pozzulo's. He was furious that Diane had believed Milo's lies. Diane wasn't; she had missed Max. Max admitted that he had missed Diane, too. Later, Diane, Max, and Milo toasted each other with a glass of wine as they sat together at one of the tables.

On the pier, Kristina bumped into Ethan while she was on her way to Robin's house with pumpkin cookies. Ethan was happy to see that Kristina's stitches had been removed. Kristina was curious where Ethan was headed. He explained that he intended to go to Kelly's for a turkey sandwich. They chatted for a few minutes about Australia's version of Thanksgiving before Kristina invited Ethan to join her family for dinner. Ethan appreciated the offer; however, she had inspired him to spend the holiday with his family.

At the Drake residence, Sam arrived just as Patrick was carrying folding chairs into the living room. While Robin set the table, Sam confessed that she didn't think that their plan would work. Robin insisted that it was obvious to everyone that there had been chemistry between Mac and Alexis; they just needed a nudge. Patrick groaned when he overheard Robin and Sam plotting. He warned Robin that men were simple creatures. As if to prove his point, Mac entered the house carrying a six-pack of beer and asking if the game was on.

When Mac saw Sam, he asked Robin if Jason would be joining them. Robin assured her uncle that Jason would not be at their Thanksgiving table. However, Robin cheered Mac up by confiding that she had invited someone that he liked. Mac assumed that Robin meant Coleman. The doorbell rang moments later. Robin was surprised to see Matt enter with Lisa. Matt explained that he had invited Lisa to dinner because she didn't have anyone to spend the holiday with. Robin pasted on a smile and then welcomed her husband's ex-girlfriend.

As everyone sat at the table, watching the game on television, Lisa confessed to Patrick that she was impressed with the kind of father that he had turned out to be. Meanwhile, Sam received a phone call from Molly. Sam whispered to Molly that she thought the plan was a bad idea; she explained that Kristina had not even arrived and Maxie had canceled because she was sick. Sam was forced to end the call when Mac approached her. Mac wanted to question Sam about her statement regarding the night that Claudia had disappeared. Robin immediately scolded Mac, reminding him that it was a holiday.

Mac apologized, but then announced that he had to go to the station. Robin refused to allow her uncle to leave. Luckily for Robin, Alexis and Molly's arrival blocked Mac's exit. When Mac made another attempt to leave, Molly insisted that she had to ask Mac questions for a project. Alexis reminded Molly that she had already completed her report on the legal system, but Molly argued that she had a few loose ends to tie up. Alexis sensed that Molly was up to something, so she quickly cornered Sam to demand some answers. Mac also realized that something was going on, so he pulled Patrick aside to question him. Patrick refused to incriminate himself. Mac and Alexis realized that their families were attempting to fix them up.

When Alexis and Mac stepped outside to talk, Kristina arrived. As Kristina entered the house, everyone was explaining Alexis' horrible history with men to Lisa. Kristina revealed that her father was a mobster. Molly confessed that her father was a mob lawyer. Sam confided that she didn't even know who her father was. When Jerry's name was mentioned, Lisa was forced to agree that Alexis needed help finding love. Later, as everyone gathered at the table for dinner, Alexis found herself seated next to Mac. Everyone joined hands and then gave thanks.

At the apartment, Lulu offered to get Maxie a latte before Lulu headed to Elizabeth's house for Thanksgiving. When Maxie wandered into the living room, Lulu realized that Maxie was down in the dumps. Lulu assumed that Maxie was depressed because Franco had not agreed to do the photo shoot. Maxie surprised Lulu by revealing that she had slept with Franco. Lulu took a minute to absorb that shocking confession. She couldn't believe that Maxie had betrayed Spinelli. Maxie insisted that she hadn't cheated on Spinelli. According to Maxie, she and Spinelli had a list of people whom they could sleep with. Lulu was curious who was on Spinelli's list. Maxie reluctantly answered, "Anne Hathaway." Although, Maxie was fairly certain he had put her on the list only because Maxie had found the movie, The Princess Diaries, among his belongings.

Lulu pointed out that Anne Hathaway was a celebrity and that it was unlikely that Spinelli would ever meet her. Maxie argued that Franco was also famous. Lulu urged her friend to be truthful with Spinelli, even though it would most likely hurt him. After Lulu left, Maxie sat on the sofa crying; her thoughts were centered on her night with Franco. When someone knocked at the door, Maxie found Spinelli standing on her doorstep. He announced that he had picked up a few things that he hoped would make Maxie feel better. Spinelli poured soup into two bowls and then handed one to Maxie. Maxie managed only a few bites before she set her bowl of soup on the coffee table.

At the Jacks residence, Michael, Morgan, and Carly prepared to go to Kelly's to join Sonny and Mike for Thanksgiving. Jax intended to stay home with Josslyn. Carly's plans hit a snag when her car failed to start. Jax offered to take a look at the car, so Carly went to check on Josslyn. As soon as Carly and Jax were out of sight, Michael noticed that Morgan had slipped something into his pocket. Michael realized that Morgan had sabotaged Carly's car. Morgan didn't deny the accusation. He was determined to be a good big brother to Josslyn by making certain that her parents spent Thanksgiving together. When Jax returned to inform everyone that he hadn't been able to fix the car, Morgan smiled. Morgan's satisfaction was short-lived, because Carly asked to borrow Jax's car. Jax agreed to Carly's request, so Michael asked to talk to Carly and Jax about a school trip while Morgan raced outside to tamper with Jax's car.

Morgan's efforts paid off when Carly informed Jax that his car hadn't started, either. Carly decided that two brand new cars failing to start was an omen for them to stay home. Michael and Morgan volunteered to scavenge for food in the kitchen. A short time later, the boys emerged with tons of junk food. As everyone laughed and enjoyed the impromptu meal, Jax leaned down to kiss Carly.

At the Quartermaine mansion, Rebecca announced that she had decided to join some people from the hospital to help feed the homeless at a shelter. Tracy wondered why Rebecca wasn't spending the holiday with Nikolas. Rebecca explained that Nikolas was busy. Luke strolled into the parlor moments later to announce that Bobbie had flown to Seattle to spend time with Lucas. Rebecca was curious how Lucky and Elizabeth were spending the day. Luke revealed that Lucky and Elizabeth were with Audrey, Lesley, and the children. Luke wasn't interested in spending the day with a kind and loving family, so he had decided to hang out with the Quartermaines. Ethan arrived a short time later, followed by his sister, Lulu. When the pizza arrived, Rebecca asked how the tradition of the Quartermaines eating pizza on Thanksgiving had started. Monica explained that family squabbles had led to many ruined Thanksgiving dinners, so they had been forced to order pizza. As everyone helped themselves to pizza, Edward began singing, "We Gather Together."

11/24/10 At Kelly's, Lucky bumped into Siobhan as she was about to leave the diner. Lucky briefly told her about the Thanksgiving Day holiday and then invited her to New York City for dinner at an Italian restaurant. Siobhan was curious why Lucky wasn't spending the day with his children. Lucky explained that Elizabeth's grandmother, Audrey, had decided to host Thanksgiving dinner. According to Lucky, Audrey had invited Nikolas and Spencer, so that they could spend the holiday with Aiden and Elizabeth as a family. Siobhan wondered why Lucky didn't celebrate the holiday with the rest of his family. Lucky explained that his father and siblings were having dinner with the Quartermaines. Lucky confided that both families were extremely dysfunctional, so their gatherings tended to reflect that. Siobhan confessed that it sounded intriguing, so she advised Lucky to get over himself and then announced, "Let's go."

At the loft, Michael knocked on the door and then asked if it were safe for him to enter. Lulu smiled as she assured Michael that it was okay to open the door. She reminded Michael that he lived there, so he could walk in whenever he liked. Dante was surprised to see his younger brother. Michael explained that Jax had taken the family to Manhattan for the Thanksgiving Day parade, but Michael couldn't go because of the terms of his parole. Lulu and Dante were delighted that Michael could spend Thanksgiving with them. However, Dante and Lulu had different ideas about how to celebrate the holiday. Dante wanted to spend the day watching football games on the television, but Lulu intended to have dinner with her family at the Quartermaine mansion. Dante and Michael didn't seem thrilled at the prospect of spending the day with the Quartermaines, so they declined to go with her. After Lulu left, Dante couldn't enjoy the football games. Michael urged Dante to go to the Quartermaines' to be with Lulu, but Dante insisted that Michael join him. Michael explained that he hadn't been invited, but Dante didn't think that Michael needed an invitation. Michael finally agreed to go when it became clear that he wouldn't be able watch the football game without Dante constantly checking for text messages from Lulu.

Sam went to the hospital to enlist Robin's help. Sam explained that Kristina and Molly were determined to have Alexis and Mac spend Thanksgiving together. Sam revealed that her sisters were frustrated because Alexis and Mac had only gone out on a few dates, so their relationship hadn't progressed far enough for Mac and Alexis to have made plans to spend the holiday together. Robin was eager to lend a hand, so she enlisted Maxie's help when Maxie entered the room a few minutes later. After Sam left, Maxie admitted that it might be difficult to get Mac to go to Alexis' house. Maxie revealed that Mac intended to have Thanksgiving dinner with Robin and Maxie at the hospital in an effort to keep Patrick out of Robin's room.

At the nurses' station, Matt wondered what Patrick planned to do for Thanksgiving. Patrick revealed that he had planned to pick up Emma and then take her to see Robin, so that they could spend the holiday together as a family. Matt saw Mac step off of the elevator. Mac's eyes narrowed when he noticed Patrick. Mac made it clear that Matt was welcome to join Mac's family for dinner, but Patrick was not. Afterwards, Mac went to Robin's hospital room. Mac greeted Maxie and Robin and then started to unpack a basket of food. Maxie and Robin immediately tried to persuade Mac to return to his hotel room, change into something blue, which was Alexis' favorite color, and then go to Alexis' lake house for dinner. Mac refused to leave Robin alone on Thanksgiving. He also pointed out that he hadn't been invited. Maxie assured him that they had received an offer to join Alexis and her family for dinner, but Mac remained reluctant to change his plans. Mac admitted that he didn't think that Alexis was interested in him. Maxie and Robin disagreed; however they explained that Alexis needed a man who wasn't easily pushed away. They urged Mac to let Alexis know how he felt about her. Mac refused to be swayed, so Maxie gave up and then left. Robin challenged Mac to be the man that Alexis needed. Eventually, Robin wore Mac down.

Shortly after Mac left, Matt stopped by the check on Robin. Robin was surprised when Matt revealed that Maxie had invited Matt to join her for dinner at Alexis' house. Robin was curious why he hadn't gone, but Matt admitted that he didn't like feeling as if he had to always pursue Maxie. Robin explained that Maxie didn't have a lot of faith in lasting relationships, so she was in a vulnerable state. Robin insisted that he needed to be a little more patient and forgiving with Maxie. Matt chuckled; he had been about to offer Robin the same advice about Patrick. Matt wished Robin a happy Thanksgiving and then left. Later, Matt sought out Patrick to let Patrick know that Robin was alone with her thoughts in her hospital room. Matt advised Patrick to fetch Emma and then go to Robin's room. Later, Patrick entered Robin's hospital room with Emma on his hip. Robin was thrilled to see her daughter and to spend time together as a family.

At the Davis residence, Alexis worried that she might burn the turkey. Kristina promised to learn how to cook by the next Thanksgiving, so that she could be in charge of the turkey. Alexis smiled and then noticed that there were eight place settings at the table. Alexis wondered whom Kristina had invited, because Molly was in Los Angeles with Ric, so Alexis had planned on Sam attending dinner. Kristina revealed that she had invited Diane and Max to join them. "That's five," Alexis pointed out. Alexis wanted to know who the other three guests were, but Sam arrived before Kristina could answer the question. Diane and Max followed a short time later. Kristina quietly told Diane about the plans to set up Alexis and Mac for the holiday. Afterwards, Spinelli arrived. Kristina assured Spinelli that Maxie had been invited, so she would be sure to seat Spinelli next to Maxie.

Later, Alexis confided to Diane that she knew what Sam and Kristina were up to in regards to Mac. Diane advised Alexis to go for it, but Alexis claimed that there weren't any sparks between her and Mac. Diane reminded Alexis that sparks with Sonny, Ric, and Jerry Jacks had led to Alexis' life being left in ruins. Diane suggested that it was time for Alexis to let go of her "penchant for arrested adolescence" by dating a "real man" like Mac. Alexis kept silent as Diane sauntered over to Max. Diane reminded Max that it was an anniversary, of sorts, for them. She recalled that a year before, Spinelli and Milo had scared her by implying that Max's accident had left Max permanently injured. Max smiled at the reminder.

Moments later, Maxie walked through the door. Maxie was frustrated because Mac had stubbornly refused to join her. Spinelli carried in a load of wood seconds later and then stopped short when he spotted Maxie. Maxie and Spinelli smiled shyly as they greeted each other. Spinelli beamed as he sat down next to Maxie, while everyone took their seats for dinner. They were all pleasantly surprised by the last-minute arrival of a guest. Mac quickly stepped forward to take the turkey when Alexis entered the dinning room with the holiday bird. Alexis smiled with embarrassment as Sam and Kristina jumped up to invite Mac to sit at the head of the table. Meanwhile, Diane whispered to Max to fetch an extra chair, so that Kristina could sit down. After Kristina was seated on Maxie's other side, Matt knocked on the door. Spinelli barely contained his disappointment when Maxie invited Matt inside and then offered him the seat that Spinelli had politely vacated. Max fetched another chair, while Kristina offered Spinelli her seat. Maxie appeared uncomfortable as she sat between Matt and Spinelli.

At the Quartermaine mansion, Edward studied a picture of his beloved Lila for a long moment and then went to join his family in the foyer. Tracy and Maya each primped in mirrors on opposite sides of the foyer. Edward grumbled that they were too good to be wasted on men like the Spencers. Tracy rolled her eyes while Maya wondered why Edward had offered to pay Maya one million dollars to stay married to Ethan. Edward admitted that there might be hope for Ethan, but Luke was a lost cause. Luke and Ethan arrived for Thanksgiving dinner. Alice fetched the good scotch for Luke despite Edward's earlier order to keep it locked up. Meanwhile, Ethan pulled Maya aside to complain about the sudden lack of romance in their marriage. Maya reminded Ethan that they were only married for the money.

After everyone gathered in the parlor, Edward wondered why they were waiting to eat. Tracy explained that they were waiting for Lulu and Dante. Edward wasn't pleased to hear that Sonny's illegitimate son had been invited to spend Thanksgiving with them. Ethan and Maya wandered out of the room, where they continued to flirt and verbally spar.

Meanwhile, Tracy announced that she expected Luke to take some ballroom dancing lessons, to pick up the tab, and to buy her an engagement ring. Tracy also wanted Luke to sign the pre-nuptial agreement. Luke assured Tracy that he would meet all of her demands, but he insisted on buying her the engagement ring in his own time. All heads turned when Lucky and Siobhan entered the parlor. Edward was immediately smitten by the Irish lass as he recalled a time, long before, when he had gone to the Emerald Isle. Siobhan charmed Edward with a brief recounting of how she had met Lucky. Edward warned Siobhan to be careful; Lucky might be a cop, but he was still a Spencer and arguably the smoothest talking one of the lot.

Edward's mood improved even more when Lulu entered the parlor without her "no good boyfriend." Edward had a temporary change of heart about Dante when Dante and Michael walked in a short time later. Edward was thrilled to see his great-grandson. Michael was curious where Monica was. Edward explained that Monica had gone to the spa because holidays without Alan were too difficult for her. Edward was certain that Monica would be crushed when she learned that she had missed an opportunity to spend Thanksgiving with her grandson. Edward then turned to Dante to warn Dante that if Dante ever hurt Lulu, Alice would make Dante pay. Maya glanced around and then noticed that Tracy and Luke had disappeared.

In the den, Tracy caught Luke studying an exquisite diamond ring under a jeweler's eye loupe. Tracy snatched the ring out of Luke's hand and then looked at it. She suspected that it had been stolen, but she didn't recognize it as belonging to Monica or anyone else in the mansion. Luke revealed that he had bought the ring in Amsterdam, so it had not been stolen. Tracy didn't believe him. As she took a closer look, she wondered if it were even a real stone because it was so big. Luke assured her that the diamond was real and that it was her engagement ring. Tracy slid the ring on, used the jeweler's eye loupe to study it more carefully, and then welled up with tears as she realized that it was a real diamond. A short time later, Tracy and Luke entered the parlor. Tracy proudly held up her hand to show everyone the engagement ring.

The pizza arrived a short time later. Siobhan was confused because she thought the traditional Thanksgiving Day meal was a turkey. Edward explained that the Quartermaines had a long history of bad luck with turkeys, so they had started a tradition of giving Cook the day off and then ordering a pizza. After Edward honored the special holiday with a song, everyone shouted, "Happy Thanksgiving." Afterwards, Edward invited everyone to "dig in."

Wednesday, November 23, 2011 In New York, Sonny knocked on the adjoining door of Kate's room to let her know that breakfast was ready. Kate didn't respond, so Sonny knocked again, and then reminded her that he had let her sleep in. The silence stretched, so Sonny opened the door. He was surprised to see that her bed was empty.

Later, Kate returned to the hotel room. She explained that she had met a client for breakfast, and then she had gone shopping. Sonny reminded Kate that it was a romantic getaway, not a business trip. He had hoped to go back to where everything had started for them. Kate admitted that she didn't think that it was a good idea, so Sonny accused Kate of always pulling away, whenever they got closer.

Kate reminded Sonny that her life mainly centered on work, so during her downtime, she liked to relax by gazing at her koi pond, and other areas around her estate. She confessed that she sometimes noticed the lights on in Sonny's mansion, and that she had seen Sonny pacing the floors throughout the night. Sonny tried to downplay it, but Kate ignored him, and then explained that she had heard him walking around his room all night. She suspected that Sonny had been thinking about Brenda. "Why are you riding my ass right now?" Sonny demanded.

Kate explained that she knew Sonny well enough to know that he had a habit of trying to walk off the pain. Sonny insisted that he was just restless, but Kate argued that walking off the pain had never gotten him anywhere. Sonny tried to change the subject by offering her something to eat, but Kate accused Sonny of trying to avoid the subject. Sonny explained that she made him feel like "an emotional cripple," which Kate agreed was an appropriate description. According to Kate, Sonny had never escaped from what had happened to him in Bensonhurst. Sonny became defensive as he reminded Kate that she didn't have room to talk, because she had changed her name.

Kate insisted that she had made a life for herself, but she conceded that she had paid a price for that. Kate admitted that she had given up a lot, including Sonny, "and a piece of you that I took with me." Sonny argued that she had broken her promise to him to be together forever. Kate assured Sonny that she had loved him, and that she had never been afraid of that. Sonny admitted that he had felt the same way, which was why he tended to wait for the bottom to fall out whenever he got close to someone. Sonny confided that each time, it took something from him.

Kate was curious what she had taken from Sonny. "Faith," Sonny quietly replied. Kate didn't believe him; otherwise he wouldn't have fallen in love again. Sonny insisted that the faith that he'd had in Kate had been kept locked away in his heart, guarded. Kate decided that they needed to do something important before they continued their conversation. A short time later, Kate and Sonny stood outside of Sonny's childhood home. Kate explained that it was time for Sonny to face what had happened to him.

At Kelly's, Jason admitted to Shawn that Franco had been pushing Jason to find out what kind of person Jason was. Shawn cautioned Jason not to play into Franco's hand, but Jason was determined to show Franco exactly what Jason was capable of doing. Jason stormed out of the diner just as Carly and Josslyn arrived. Carly called out to Jason, but he kept walking. Shawn met Carly at the door, so she asked him what was going on with Jason. Shawn explained that Jason had been worked up about Franco.

Carly confessed that she had always thought that Jason could handle anything; however, she no longer believed that. Carly admitted that she was concerned about Jason. Shawn confessed that he was worried, too, and then led Carly and Josslyn into the diner. The delicious aromas wafting from the kitchen immediately struck Carly. Shawn explained that he had prepared a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. Carly was stunned; she reminded him that she had ordered a catered gourmet meal for them. Shawn suggested that they sample each dinner to see which one was better. Carly agreed. Later, Carly entered the restaurant with a plate of food from the kitchen. She explained that one of the benefits of a catered meal was that there wasn't any cleanup involved. Shawn argued that the catered food tasted like cardboard. Moments later, Michael called to check on his mother.

Carly revealed that she was having dinner at Kelly's with Shawn, so she invited Michael to join them. Michael declined, because he had decided to have dinner with the Quartermaines. Carly was disappointed, but she accepted her son's decision. After she ended the call, Shawn tried to cheer her up by tempting her with more food. Later, Carly conceded that Shawn's meal had been the best Thanksgiving dinner that she'd ever had. Shawn handed Carly a piece of pecan pie. Carly took one bite, and then complained that he should have told her to save room for dessert. Carly loved the pie, which reminded her of the pecan pie that her adoptive mother's friend had baked at Thanksgiving. Shawn revealed that it was his mother's recipe. He reminisced about his own childhood Thanksgiving dinners, and then admitted that everything had changed after his father had died. Carly asked for the recipe, but Shawn would only agree to share it if she promised that she wouldn't use it to sell pies at the Metro Court Restaurant.

Carly reminded Shawn that she was a terrible cook, but she agreed to his terms. Shawn reached over to wipe a crumble of pie from the corner of Carly's mouth. Carly and Shawn stared deep into each other's eyes, but the spell was broken when Josslyn made a noise in her sleep. Carly decided that it was time to get her daughter home to bed, but Shawn wanted Carly to stay. Carly agreed, but only if Shawn worked his magic on the jukebox. Shawn accepted the challenge, selected a romantic song, and then pulled Carly close for a slow dance. They were unaware that someone stood outside, watching them dance.

Jason arrived home to see Sam asleep on the sofa. Jason gently tapped Sam's shoulder to let her know that he was home, but she jumped up, startled. Jason immediately apologized for scaring her, but Sam assured him that she had just overreacted. Jason revealed that he had been out all night, looking for Franco, without success. Sam was certain that Franco would stay far away from Port Charles after what had happened in Hawaii. Jason mentioned that he had talked to Shawn about Franco, so Sam questioned if Jason had told Shawn about what Franco had done to her. Sam relaxed when Jason assured her that he hadn't told anyone. She explained that it should be her decision. Later, Sam returned to the living room after she changed into something to wear to the Quartermaines. Jason wondered if she still wanted to spend Thanksgiving with his family, or if she would rather stay home to watch a game, and spend time with Spinelli. Sam revealed that Spinelli had gone to "to his nanny's" for Thanksgiving.

Jason was surprised that Spinelli hadn't mentioned it, so Sam explained that Spinelli had been avoiding Jason. Jason was shocked; he thought that Spinelli was "back to normal." Sam revealed that it was only partly true, because Spinelli hadn't regained his cyber-skills. Sam insisted that people didn't get over a traumatic event easily or quickly. Jason realized that she was talking about what had happened to her in Hawaii, so he tried to comfort her. Sam confessed that she was frustrated, because she didn't know what she needed.

Later, Sam and Jason selected a bottle of wine to take to the Quartermaines. Sam was curious if the wine were expensive, so Jason explained that Carly had given it to him. Sam grew somber as she confessed that she regretted that she hadn't listened to Carly when Carly had shown up in Hawaii. Sam admitted that she had been more determined to prove Carly wrong, because she had suspected Carly of having ulterior motives for intruding on their honeymoon. "Stop punishing yourself," Jason gently ordered Sam. Jason thought that it would be best to skip going to the Quartermaines, but Sam disagreed.

Sam suggested that it would be better to spend time with the Quartermaines, instead of sitting around trying to figure out what to say to each other. Sam left the room to grab her coat, so Jason called Bernie to get an update on the search for Franco. Jason was frustrated when Bernie revealed that they didn't have any new leads. Jason warned Bernie to find something, because Jason needed to end things, once and for all.

At the Quartermaine mansion, Alice put the finishing touches on the holiday decorations. Monica warned Alice that it was too much for a pizza dinner, but Edward announced that he had ordered Cook to prepare a traditional Thanksgiving dinner to celebrate Jason joining them. Monica worried that Jason would feel overwhelmed. In the foyer, Tracy grumbled when Michael walked through the front door without knocking. Michael explained that he had been invited, and that he was family. Edward beamed with joy when Michael entered the parlor, because Edward anticipated a happy family reunion with Jason and Sam. Edward couldn't remember the last time that so many generations had been gathered for a Thanksgiving meal. Alice decided to check on Cook. In the foyer, Alice asked Tracy if Luke were expected for dinner.

Tracy snapped at Alice, which let Alice know that Tracy hadn't heard from Luke. In the parlor, Monica and Edward cautioned Michael to steer clear of Tracy, because she was in a foul mood. Michael apologized on behalf of Abby, who was helping a friend move. Tracy complained about Jason as she entered the parlor. Monica reminded Tracy that Jason was Monica's son, so he was welcomed. Moments later, the doorbell rang. No one rushed to answer it, so Tracy decided to go to the door. It was a delivery person with flowers for Tracy. Tracy read the card, which revealed that Anthony had sent the flowers. Tracy dumped them into the trashcan, and then rejoined her family in the parlor. Tracy's mood didn't improve when Alice entered the parlor with the discarded flowers, which Alice had put in a vase. Tracy went to the foyer to call Luke, to find out his plans for the day, but his voicemail picked up.

Tracy left Luke a message, admitting that it would be nice to see him. Edward appeared just as she ended the call. He wondered if she had been calling "the reprobate." Tracy apologized to her father for her surly attitude, but she explained that she had a problem, and needed his help. Tracy revealed that she'd had an opportunity to infuse ELQ with money, but there had been some problems that Anthony had gotten wind of. Tracy was stunned when Edward revealed that he knew that she had been referring to Gino's mob money. Tracy realized that Skye had told Edward about Tracy's secret. Tracy was livid, but Edward thought that Tracy should have been grateful, because it had given Edward the opportunity to safeguard the company from Anthony's threats. Tracy relaxed as she wondered if Edward would help her deal with Anthony. Edward surprised Tracy by refusing to get involved. According to Edward, Tracy had gotten herself into the mess with Anthony, so she could get herself out of it.

Later, Monica and Edward warmly greeted Jason and Sam. Tracy hovered on the end of the sofa in a sullen mood, because she was upset over Luke's absence, and Edward's callous decision. Tracy accused Monica and Edward of fawning over a "thug" and a "gold-digger." Jason glared at his aunt, as Tracy questioned why Monica and Edward refused to accept that Jason didn't want anything to do with them. Jason stepped away to calm down, so Sam pulled Michael aside to find out how things were going with Abby's friends who had been attacked. Michael was curious if Jason were upset about Sam's involvement in the case, because Jason had seemed tense. Sam assured Michael that everything was fine. Meanwhile, in the foyer, Jason called Bernie for an update on Franco. Jason's temper flared when Bernie revealed that they didn't have any new leads.

Later, Edward announced that they had waited long enough for Luke to arrive, so Edward instructed Alice to serve dinner. Michael decided to pass the time by asking Jason and Sam about their honeymoon. Jason quietly seethed as Sam haltingly revealed that she had taught Jason how to surf. Jason left the room, to cool off in the foyer, so Sam followed him. Jason revealed that the dead woman's body had disappeared out of the room by the time the police in Hawaii had arrived. Sam immediately regretted showering, instead of going to the hospital, because all of the evidence against Franco was gone.

Moments later, Monica entered the foyer to announce that dinner was ready. Jason admitted that he didn't think he should stay, so Monica implored Jason to reconsider. Jason reluctantly entered the parlor with Sam in tow. Edward was delighted that they finally had a real Thanksgiving dinner, so he invited everyone to sing a traditional Thanksgiving song. Jason noticed that Sam appeared uncomfortable. Seconds later, everyone was shocked when Jason suddenly upended the table, scattering food everywhere, and then stormed out. Sam looked around apologetically, and then followed her husband.

At the loft, Dante arrived home to see Lulu baking in the kitchen. Lulu admitted that she hadn't been expecting Dante until after the game. Dante insisted that he had wanted to spend some time with his fiancée, so he had decided to arrive home early. In the kitchen, Dante noticed the Lulu had taken off her engagement ring. Lulu explained that she had wanted to keep it safe while she had been baking. Dante suggested that they throw a party to officially announce their engagement. Lulu offered to let Dante chose the date, so Dante assured her that he would not let his job affect their relationship. Dante then tried to talk about Luke, but Lulu insisted that she wanted to focus on good things like Aiden's recovery and Lucky's return home.

Later, Lulu became uncomfortable when she noticed the red tablecloth on the table. Dante realized that it reminded her of the night that he had been shot. Lulu confessed that she felt silly. Dante started to go to her, but his cell phone went off. Dante glanced at the screen, and then revealed that it was work. Lulu smiled joyfully when Dante decided to ignore it. Moments later, the smoke alarm sounded. Lulu was disappointed when she realized that she had burned her pie. Dante offered to pick up another one at his mother's place, so Lulu promised to have the finest Thanksgiving dinner waiting for him when he returned. Later, Lulu stared at the cold turkey. Fed up, she grabbed her coat, and then left. Dante gave chase when he spotted a suspect fleeing from a warehouse, after an alarm went off. Shortly afterwards, Dante slowly made his way out of an alley, and then collapsed.

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Wednesday, November 21, 2012 At Kelly's, Heather, sporting a black wig, glasses, and a white nurses' uniform, sat at the counter, reading the newspaper, which featured a picture of Edward with a headline proclaiming that Port Charles had lost a legend. Moments later, Steve and Olivia entered the diner. Shawn greeted them as he handed them each a menu. Steve explained that he had to work, so Olivia added that she had decided to join him for a bite to eat before Steve went to the hospital. Shawn was surprised that they weren't spending the holiday with family, so Olivia revealed that Dante and Lulu had gone to Bensonhurst to spend Thanksgiving with the Falconeri clan.

Olivia said she would have spent the day with her cousin, but Kate's mental illness had made that impossible. Olivia felt terrible for Sonny, so Shawn suggested that they not count Kate out yet. After Shawn took their order and left, Olivia admitted that Shawn's remark had been a bit odd. Steve shrugged it off, but Olivia thought that it had sounded as if Shawn had known something. A short time later, Shawn returned with their order. Olivia jumped out of her chair in horror when she had a vision of Heather serving the food.

At the counter, Heather carefully turned away and hid behind the newspaper as Olivia told Steve about the unsettling vision. Steve decided to check with Ferncliff, so he called the sanitarium. After Steve ended the call, he assured Olivia that Heather was at Ferncliff and asleep in bed. Olivia thought that it was an odd time of day for Heather to be sleeping, so Steve suggested that perhaps Heather was taking a nap. He insisted that Olivia was safe, so she could relax. Shawn handed Heather a BLT and chatted about the newspaper headline. Heather cryptically revealed that she had known Edward very well. After Shawn turned away, Heather slipped out of the diner. Later, Shawn grumbled about the nurse who hadn't paid for her order. Steve spotted the newspaper, so he told Olivia about Heather's brief marriage to Edward.

Steve explained that Heather had exploited Edward's grief over losing Lila by tricking Edward into marriage. Edward had quickly figured out that Heather had only been interested in the Quartermaine fortune, so the marriage had been annulled. Olivia felt terrible for Monica because Monica had endured so much loss, so Steve reminded Olivia that A.J. had returned from the dead. Olivia couldn't wrap her head around how that was possible, prompting Steve to confess that he had helped Monica with the ruse. Olivia was stunned and prayed that it didn't return to haunt Steve.

Sonny stopped by Michael's apartment to check on Michael after hearing about Edward's passing. Sonny offered Michael his condolences and admitted that he had always respected Edward, even though Edward and Sonny hadn't been friendly. Sonny let Michael know that he was there if Michael needed someone to talk to. "Who better than your father?" Sonny asked. Michael didn't want Sonny to turn Edward's death into a contest between Sonny and A.J. Sonny assured Michael that he wasn't trying to do that, but Michael pointed out that making a big show saying 'I'm your father' felt like it. Sonny reminded Michael that he was Michael's father. "I know," Michael replied. Sonny conceded that he and Edward had had one thing in common: their love for Michael. Sonny promised that he wasn't there to fight about A.J., but Michael was curious if Sonny would have killed A.J. to keep A.J. away from Michael. Sonny remained ominously silent. "I guess that's a yes," Michael said.

Sonny wondered if Michael thought that what Sonny had done had been wrong. Michael confessed that he thought that Sonny had gone too far, but Sonny insisted that he'd do it again to protect Michael. Michael was curious what Sonny had been protecting Michael from, so Sonny explained that he had been afraid that A.J. would drive Michael into a tree the way that A.J. had done to Jason and that A.J. would shove Michael down a staircase the way that A.J. had pushed Carly. Michael pointed out that A.J. had never had a chance to be a father, so Sonny couldn't say that A.J. would have hurt Michael.

Sonny believed that he had been a better father to Michael than A.J. could have been. Sonny acknowledged that he had messed up at times, but raising Michael had been the best thing that Sonny had ever done. Sonny realized that Michael wished that A.J. had been around when Michael had been growing up, but Sonny wondered if Michael wished that Sonny hadn't been. "No, I don't," Michael answered. Michael assured Sonny that Sonny had been a great father, but Michael wasn't a child anymore, so he wanted to get to know A.J. for himself. Sonny advised Michael to keep his head up and to stay on guard. Sonny changed the subject by asking if Michael had plans with Starr, so Michael revealed that Starr had returned to Llanview to spend the holiday with her mother. Michael admitted that he was headed to the Quartermaines' to spend Thanksgiving with them. Michael wondered what Sonny intended to do, so Sonny assured him that he had plans and then left.

Later, Sonny entered Kelly's. Shawn yelled from the kitchen that the diner was closed, so Sonny explained that he was there to talk turkey, not to eat turkey. Shawn emerged from the kitchen, smiling, and greeted Sonny. Sonny was curious how Connie was doing. Shawn admitted that she wasn't happy about being kidnapped. Sonny assured Shawn that Connie was where she should be. Sonny realized that Kate wouldn't be home for Thanksgiving, but he was hopeful that she would be around for Christmas.

At the Quartermaine mansion, Monica placed a condolence card on the mantel next to a picture of Edward. A.J. noticed that they were quickly running out of room for the cards. Monica smiled sadly as she explained that a lot of people had loved Edward. Monica recalled a time that she had cancelled a trip to Arizona to sit at Edward's bedside when he had been in the hospital. She admitted that those who hadn't loved Edward had respected him. Monica expected the church to be crowed for the funeral the following day.

Moments later, Alice entered the library to inform Monica that they had a problem with the caterer, who wanted to know how to prepare the yams for the Thanksgiving dinner. Monica reminded Alice that Tracy was in charge of the caterer, but Alice couldn't find Tracy. A.J. wondered if they should have a Thanksgiving dinner when no one was in the mood to celebrate, but Monica pointed out that Thanksgiving had been Edward's favorite holiday, so it was a well-intentioned gesture on Tracy's part. Monica decided to deal with the caterer, who had scared Alice more than Cook ever had. Meanwhile, A.J. recalled a special conversation that he'd had with his grandfather years earlier when A.J. had been eager to discuss a business merger for ELQ and Edward had expressed pride in A.J. for being well-informed about the deal.

Moments later, the doorbell rang, so A.J. went to answer it. A.J. was pleasantly surprised when he opened to the door and saw Skye standing on the doorstep. Skye was shocked that her beloved brother A.J. was alive, and no one had told her. A.J. and Skye hugged each other and then went to the library to catch up. Skye had her daughter, Lila Rae with her, so Skye settled Lila Rae on a chair with a family photo album, while Skye and A.J. talked. Skye wanted to know where A.J. had been, but A.J. insisted that they could discuss it later because the day was about Edward. Skye admitted that the house seemed empty without their grandfather. She was curious if A.J. had had a chance to talk to Edward before Edward had passed away. A.J. confessed that it had been too late by the time that Tracy had sent A.J. to Edward's bedroom.

Skye thought about the last time that she had seen Edward when Edward had arranged for his jet to fly her to any destination of her choosing, no questions asked. However, Edward had wanted her to stay in touch and to return with Lila Rae. Skye realized that she had been able to keep one of her promises. A.J. noticed that Skye beamed when she looked at her daughter, so Skye confided that Lila Rae was a better person than Skye had ever been. Skye admitted that she was trying to be a good mother. A.J. confessed that he was staying in Port Charles for a similar reason, because he wanted to have a relationship with Michael. Moments later, Monica returned. Monica greeted Skye, so Skye introduced Lila Rae to Monica and explained that Monica was Lila Rae's grandmother. Lila Rae hugged her grandmother. Monica's eyes filled with tears as she confessed that Lila Rae had made her day. Monica realized that she and Skye hadn't always seen eye-to-eye, but Monica was certain that Alan and Edward would be happy that Skye and Lila Rae were there.

Elsewhere, Tracy was at the family's mausoleum as she placed a flower by Alan's plaque. She told her brother that their father had passed away and then admitted that she felt alone. Moments later, she heard approaching footsteps. Tracy looked up and smiled; it was Ned. Tracy hugged her eldest son. Afterwards, Ned confessed that he couldn't believe that Edward had passed away. Ned realized that Edward had been elderly, but he had seemed invincible to Ned. Tracy admitted that her father had been her rock and that nothing had seemed real unless Edward had given her his seal of approval. Tracy gently placed a flower by Edward's plaque, which read, "Edward Louis Quartermaine 09/02/18 -11/20/2012." Tracy recalled Edward's words to her on her wedding day to Luke when Edward had admitted that he had been happy for Tracy because it had been clear to Edward that Luke made Tracy happy.

Misty-eyed, Tracy returned to the present as she confessed that Edward had been the glue that had held the family together. "What's going to become of us?" Tracy asked forlornly. Ned reminded her that they were Quartermaines, so they would survive. Tracy had her doubts, but Ned insisted that they had Tracy, the toughest of all of the Quartermaines, to guide them. Ned invited Tracy to return to the house with him, but she wanted a few more minutes alone, so Ned went without her.

Meanwhile, at the house, Skye told A.J. that the pain of losing Edward was slightly more bearable because they had A.J. back. "Speak for yourself," Ned replied from the doorway. Monica warmly greeted Ned as Skye welcomed him home. Ned hugged Monica and then smiled at Lila Rae. Skye explained that she was trying to ease Lila Rae into the family, so Ned advised Lila Rae to get out while she still could. "Ned," everyone scolded Ned in unison. Skye ordered Ned and A.J. to behave and then took Lila Rae for a walk around the grounds. The tension was thick between the cousins as they each took turns goading each other. Monica tried to change the subject by asking how Ned's daughter, Brook Lynn, was. Ned explained that Brook Lynn was on a concert tour and that his brother, Dillon, was in the Far East, shooting a film, so they hadn't been able to make it.

Ned then resumed trying to push A.J.'s buttons, so Monica reminded Ned that it wasn't the time or place. Monica was curious if Ned had seen his mother, so Ned revealed that Tracy had needed some time alone because the family that Tracy had grown up with was gone. A.J. extended his hand to Ned in an effort to call a truce, but Ned wasn't interested. Ned resented A.J. thinking that A.J. could show up, years later, thinking that everything that A.J. had done would be erased. However, Ned then apologized to Monica for not visiting more often, so Monica tactfully pointed out that they had all chosen different paths. "Some of us regard the family more than others," Ned replied, as A.J. rolled his eyes. Ned recalled once talking to Edward about how Edward had taught Ned to take risks. Meanwhile, Monica was certain that Edward would want his grandsons to get along.

At the mausoleum, Tracy cried as she realized that there was no one left to share her childhood memories of the Quartermaine Christmases in Oyster Bay or the time that the family had vacationed in England and Tracy has shoved Alan into a lake. Tracy's smile was bittersweet as she recalled that Lila had also shoved Tracy into the water to teach Tracy a lesson. Tracy tearfully remembered how Edward had taught her to drive and how she had backed the car into the breakfast room's wall. Her heart broke as she realized that no one would remember what had made her family laugh and cry. "My family," Tracy whispered sorrowfully.

Tracy gently touched Edward, Lila, and Alan's plaques as she wept that she was the only one left. Tracy stiffened when she heard someone approach. She demanded the courtesy of privacy, so Skye apologized and explained that they hadn't realized that Tracy had been there. Tracy was not pleased when she saw Skye and Lila Rae standing in the mausoleum. Skye offered her condolences to Tracy but Tracy remained hostile, so Skye admitted that she had wanted Lila Rae to see the people who had been important to Skye, including the woman that her daughter had been named after. Skye led Lila Rae to Lila's plague as she revealed that Lila had been a beautiful person inside and out, like Lila Rae. Tracy thought that it was inappropriate for Skye to talk about people whom Lila Rae wasn't biologically related to. Skye reminded Tracy that Edward and Alan had loved their family, which Skye had been blessed to be a part of. Skye pointed out that blood didn't make a family; love did.

A short time later, Tracy returned to the mansion. Tracy resented that Monica expected Ned to get along with the man who had been directly responsible for Edward's death. "Tracy, what in God's name are you talking about?" A.J. demanded. Tracy pointed out that A.J. had been the last person to see Edward alive. Monica quickly corrected Tracy by reminding her sister-in-law that Monica had been with Edward when he had passed away and that Edward had been gone by the time that Tracy had agreed to let A.J. see his grandfather. A.J. realized that Tracy was in pain, which made Ned bristle because Ned didn't appreciate A.J. patronizing Tracy. Monica's temper flared because she didn't recall Ned calling to check on any of them during the crisis with the deadly pathogen when everyone had been moments away from death. Monica, Tracy, Ned, and A.J. began to argue as Skye and Lila Rae returned. Alice walked in and warmly greeted Skye. Alice wondered if Skye and her daughter would be joining them for dinner, but Tracy made it clear that Skye wasn't welcome because Skye wasn't family. Monica insisted that Skye and Lila Rae were welcome because Edward and Alan had loved Skye.

The arguing resumed, so Lila Rae asked her mother if everything was okay. Skye assured Lila Rae that all was well and then added, "Welcome to the family." Meanwhile, Alice went to the door when she heard the doorbell. It was Michael. Michael could hear everyone yelling at each other, so Alice apologized for the noise. Alice was mortified that the Quartermaines couldn't stop squabbling even out of respect for Edward. Michael remembered how accepting and happy Edward had been when Michael had agreed to go to work for ELQ. Edward had been proud of Michael and eager to work with his great-grandson, but had warned Michael that being a part of the family was a great responsibility.

Michael entered the library and shouted, "Hey. Hey. What are you doing? Aren't we here for great-grandfather?" Michael reminded everyone how important family had been to Edward, so they should honor Edward's memory by making it a Thanksgiving that Edward would have wanted. Duly chastised, everyone agreed that Michael was right. Meanwhile, Heather crept into the parlor to look for Edward's will. She found it in the desk, so she pulled it out and read it. "Oh, Edward," Heather said, "You thought of everything." She slid the will back into the envelope and shoved it into the drawer. Heather was about to leave when Skye entered the room, looking for aspirin for her headache. Skye immediately recognized Heather. Heather quickly whipped out a deadly knife and took Skye hostage.

In the library, everyone heard Skye's scream, so they raced to the parlor. Ned begged Heather to release Skye and promised to let Heather leave, but Heather didn't believe them. Alice, carrying a bat, sneaked up behind Heather and conked Heather over the head with it. Heather dropped unconscious to the ground as Skye ran into Ned's arms. "Nice," A.J. said in response to Alice's quick thinking. "Guess it's a traditional Quartermaine Thanksgiving after all," Alice said as she disarmed Heather.

Later, Steve and Olivia arrived as two orderlies from Ferncliff carted Heather, who had been put into a straitjacket, through the foyer. Heather insisted that she had only wanted to spend Thanksgiving with Steve. Olivia ordered the men from Ferncliff to get "that lunatic" out of there. After Heather was taken away, A.J. apologized to Michael for all the craziness. A.J. had been touched by what Michael had said about family, so he was happy to have his son there. Michael admitted that he was glad that A.J. was back, but he barely knew A.J., so A.J. shouldn't expect to bond overnight. A.J. assured Michael that he understood, but he was curious if anyone had talked to Michael about A.J. "Like who?" Michael asked. A.J. decided to drop the matter, so he led Michael back to the library.

In the library, everyone reminisced about Edward and all of the special moments that Edward had shared with Lila and his loved ones. Tracy recalled telling Edward that she loved him during the crisis and how Edward had smiled gently, while he gave Patrick the thumbs-up after Edward had given Emma the last dose of life-saving serum. In the library, everyone raised their glasses as Ned said, "To Edward Quartermaine. There will never be another one like him."

At Ferncliff, Heather, who remained in a straitjacket, was locked in a padded room as she repeatedly said in a sing-song voice, "I know something that the Quartermaines don't know." At the mansion, everyone entered the parlor to have dinner but stopped short when they saw that Heather had left it in shambles during her struggle with the men from Ferncliff. Ned tried to be optimistic by suggesting that they could salvage the dinner, but Alice called the pizza place that they had usually ordered Thanksgiving dinner from. However, it had been closed for renovations. Everyone was disappointed because their Thanksgiving dinner had been ruined.

Moments later, the doorbell rang, so Alice went to the door. She was shocked to find a dozen pizza boxes on the doorstep. Alice carried them in and told the family about the special delivery. They were unaware that Edward's ghost had appeared in the doorway as everyone joined together to sing the Thanksgiving song that Edward had sung every year. Edward's ghost joined in as he reached for Lila's hand. Afterwards, Edward and Lila went to the staircase. Edward asked Lila if she wanted to renew their commitment to each other. Lila assured him that she did, so Edward smiled down at her. Lila stood up from her wheelchair and then, hand-in-hand, Edward and Lila walked up the stairs and into the light.

The episode was dedicated in loving memory to John Ingle, 1928 - 2012

Wednesday, November 25, 2015 Patrick and Emma finished setting the table when Emma noticed that her father had put out an extra place setting. Seconds later, the doorbell rang. Anna was startled when Patrick welcomed Andre and explained that he had invited his colleague to join them because Andre hadn't been able to return home to Chicago for Thanksgiving. Andre seemed equally surprised when he saw Anna standing next to Sam and Danny, but he didn't acknowledge their acquaintance as Emma welcomed the doctor and asked if Andre had a girlfriend. Andre admitted that he was single.

Emma smiled brightly as she revealed that her grandmother was single too. Andre was shocked when Emma pointed to Anna, who smiled awkwardly. After everyone gathered at the table to eat, Emma announced that she had been selected to perform in the school's production of A Christmas Carol. Andre smiled with genuine delight as Emma happily chatted away about the story.

After dinner, Sam, Patrick, and Danny left. Anna finished clearing the table, popped in a movie for Emma, and joined Andre in the living room with two mugs of coffee. She handed one to Andre then sat down in a nearby chair. He quickly assured her that he wouldn't have accepted Patrick's invitation if he had known she would be there because Andre made a point of keeping his professional and personal lives separate. Anna promised it was fine then told him about her discovery on the pier when she had caught a glimpse of Carlos. She showed him the necklace bearing Carlos and Sabrina's names as she explained Carlos' connection to Sabrina. Anna pointed out that ghosts didn't leave keepsakes behind, which meant that someone had been messing with her head or Carlos was alive. Andre agreed that Anna should investigate the matter, but he offered to listen if she needed to talk. Anna appreciated the offer.

At Metro Court Restaurant, Ava smiled at Avery but admitted that she was disappointed that Julian hadn't invited them to spend the holiday at his house. At Julian and Alexis' residence, Alexis greeted Kristina with a warm hug as Molly stood nearby. Kristina explained that she'd had dinner at the hospital with Morgan and Sonny, but Alexis assured Kristina not to worry because Alexis understood. "That's what families do," Alexis said. Molly made a snide remark about Julian and Alexis' relationship, but Kristina tactfully changed the subject to gush about Alexis' new home. Molly reminded Kristina that Julian had been to blame for their first home blowing up, which meant that he had owed Alexis. Kristina conceded that Molly had a point, but Molly warned Kristina that Alexis firmly believed Julian was a reformed man. Seconds later, Julian helped Olivia carry in the food and Leo's baby carrier. Alexis assured Olivia that there was plenty of food, but Olivia doubted Alexis had made anything Italian. Olivia decided to fetch the next load of food when the doorbell rang.

Ava smiled as Olivia opened the door, but Olivia made it clear that she was not in the mood to deal with Ava on Thanksgiving and slammed the door in Ava's face. Ava rang the doorbell again and waited for her brother. Julian invited Ava and his niece inside as Olivia strenuously objected. Kristina jumped up to introduce herself to Ava. Kristina accused Ava of using Avery as emotional blackmail but acknowledged that it had worked because Kristina wanted to get to know her baby sister Avery.

Later, Julian joined Molly and Kristina in the living room as they watched Leo and played with Avery. He thanked Kristina for brokering a truce between Alexis, Olivia, and Ava, but Kristina wished her father could spend time with Avery. Julian admitted that he had tried to persuade Ava to work out a custody agreement with Sonny. Molly was skeptical, but Julian explained that he had figured if he and Olivia could reach a compromise, then Sonny and Ava could as well. Molly appeared to soften when she noticed Julian gaze lovingly at Leo. Molly admitted that Leo was a "dead-ringer" for Julian. Julian smiled with pride as Kristina picked up on Molly's shift in attitude toward Julian. Kristina jokingly asked if Julian was hanging out with them to avoid "the lion, the tiger, and the bear" in the kitchen. Julian chuckled but confessed that he had hoped to have an opportunity to get to know Kristina and Molly better.

Meanwhile, Alexis was overwhelmed with the number of desserts when Ava added two more pie boxes to the pile. Alexis insisted there was plenty of food, but Olivia argued that there hadn't been homemade cannolis. Nearby, Molly asked Kristina about school and spending more time at home, but Kristina didn't want to spoil her vacation by thinking about school. As the ladies finished getting the meal together, Olivia mentioned Dante and Lulu. Alexis revealed that Lulu had asked Alexis to draw up papers for a legal separation. A short time later, Ava uncovered a receipt for a caterer. Olivia feigned shock that Alexis hadn't cooked the meal then joined Ava as they good-naturedly accused Alexis of being a fraud.

Later, Alexis and Julian's loved ones gathered around the table. Olivia asked that everyone join hands for a prayer. They all seemed startled, but Olivia insisted that they were family -- despite all the arguing. Ava thanked everyone for agreeing to let her stay as she reached for Alexis' hand, while Molly placed her hand in Julian's. Satisfied, Olivia closed her eyes and said a Thanksgiving prayer.

At the Quartermaine mansion, Monica glanced at a picture of Edward and Lila as she admitted that she was sad to spend another Thanksgiving without her beloved in-laws and husband Alan. Tracy echoed Monica's sentiment, but Monica suggested that they focus on the good things like Jason being back. Tracy was happy for Monica. Paul and Dillon joined the ladies to announce that they had given Cook II the night off because Paul and Dillon intended to make dinner. Tracy was leery, but Monica assured her sister-in-law that Monica had the pizza place on speed dial. Monica left to answer the doorbell while Dillon sat down with his parents and broke the news that he had decided to move back to Los Angeles because there was nothing left for him in Port Charles. Tracy reminded him that he still had Paul and Tracy, but Dillon argued that his career was on hold and Lulu wanted nothing to do with him. Paul urged Dillon to reconsider because Lulu might need Dillon's support, but Tracy suggested they discuss Dillon's plans later and focus on Thanksgiving.

Meanwhile, Monica greeted Michael with a warm hug as he and Sabrina arrived. Michael explained that he had left without his key, but he was curious if Jason was there. Monica's smile faded because she had no idea if Jason would take her up on her invitation. Michael remained hopeful that Jason would show, because he was eager to share the news about Sabrina's pregnancy. Moments later, the doorbell rang. Monica was overjoyed when she saw Jason on her doorstep. Monica hugged Jason then greeted Elizabeth and Jake as they followed Jason in. Elizabeth explained that Cameron and Aiden had decided to stay at Audrey's, but Jake had wanted to visit his grandmother. Touched, Monica hugged Jake. Monica realized that Jason's presence didn't mean that he had accepted the Quartermaines as his family, but Jason cut her off to assure her that he was grateful to be there. Delighted, Monica decided to check on dinner. Jake wandered off as Michael approached Jason and greeted his uncle.

Jason congratulated both Michael and Sabrina when Michael told him about the pregnancy. As they chatted, Michael asked if Jason might remember the past since learning who he was. Jason admitted that he had no idea and filled Michael in about the trip to Cassadine Island. Nearby, Jake picked up a large crystal on a side table but dropped it when he overheard Elizabeth and Jason tell Michael about Helena's death. Alarmed, Elizabeth rushed over to check on her son, but he promised that he was unharmed.

Elizabeth wondered if Jake had heard them talking about Helena. Jake nodded but insisted that the news hadn't upset him. Elizabeth assured Jake that it was fine if he wanted to talk about it, and she reached out to hug him, but Jake jerked away from her. Michael quickly stepped forward to take Jake to the living room for cookies. Jason gently asked if Elizabeth was okay, but Elizabeth feared that Laura had been right about Jake needing to talk to a professional. Jason hugged Elizabeth and reminded her that they had a lot to be thankful for.

Seconds later, the doorbell rang. Elizabeth decided to fetch a broom to clean up the mess while Jason answered the door. It was Sam. Sam tensed when she saw Jason because she hadn't expected him to be there. Jason politely invited her inside and started to close the door until Patrick and Danny appeared. Jason welcomed Danny with a warm hug as Patrick quietly asked if Sam was okay. Sam assured Patrick that she'd had no idea that Jason would be there. Sam called for Danny then went in search of Monica to give her a bouquet of flowers.

After Sam and Danny left, Patrick revealed that Sam had told him about what had transpired on Cassadine Island. Patrick realized that Jason might not want to hear it, but it was unlikely that Jason would regain his memories. Jason admitted that he didn't mind, but he was disappointed for the people who had cared about him before the accident. Patrick told Jason that it would be best if Sam moved on and added that Patrick and Sam had been discussing a wedding date. Jason agreed that it was best for everyone.

In the living room, Danny wished his grandmother a happy Thanksgiving. Monica was thrilled that she had her whole family with her for the holiday. Danny scampered off to play with Jake near the fireplace as Monica watched. Monica told Sam that both Danny and Jake were good boys. Sam agreed and added that they were their father's sons. Meanwhile, Sabrina received a text message from Carlos telling her that he wished they could spend the day together, but they would sort things out soon. Michael noticed Sabrina's troubled expression and asked if she was okay.

Sabrina claimed that Felix had sent a text message, concerned that Donny's parents didn't like Felix. Michael assured Sabrina that Felix had nothing to worry about because everyone liked Felix. Nearby, Elizabeth approached Sam to suggest that they find a way to get along for the sake of their sons. Sam reluctantly agreed, but Elizabeth picked up on Sam's anger. Elizabeth made it clear that she had not been responsible for what had happened with Helena. Elizabeth was willing to make peace with Sam, but if Sam wasn't interested, then it wasn't Elizabeth's problem.

After Elizabeth walked away, Sam heard Jake ask if Danny wanted to know a secret about their father that Jake had overheard Elizabeth and Laura talking about. Moments later, the power went out. Michael quickly checked and noticed that the rest of the neighborhood was lit up. Paul entered the living room to announce that they had blown a fuse while trying to deep-fry the turkey, but Dillon would replace the fuse. Dillon appeared to inform everyone that the fuse box had been zapped and that it would take an electrician a few hours to arrive. Monica was surprised when Jason suggested that they order pizza. Moments later, Paul slipped into the hallway when he received a text message about a shipment arriving the following day. He quickly called Ava to let her know. Ava invited Paul over to her place later in the evening, but Paul declined because he had to focus on his family.

A short time later, everyone gathered around to help themselves to pizza. Sam watched Jason and Elizabeth closely. Monica pulled Jason aside to ask if he recalled that they'd had pizza on previous Thanksgivings, but Jason shook his head. He explained that he had suggested pizza because it had seemed the easiest and quickest thing to order for everyone. Monica was disappointed, but Tracy announced that they had to honor the family tradition of singing a Thanksgiving song first and then eating. Everyone quickly joined in as Tracy and Monica began to sing.

At Metro Court Restaurant, Laura greeted Lulu and Rocco but admitted that she had hoped Lulu would cancel because Lulu and Dante had decided to work things out. Laura was surprised when Lulu told her mother about the separation papers. However, as they talked, Lulu became nostalgic as she admitted that she had loved spending Thanksgiving with Dante. Lulu recalled one Thanksgiving when Dante had accompanied Lulu to the Quartermaines', and Edward had warned Dante not to revert to type by getting someone shot or cheating on Lulu.

Laura felt bad for Lulu but gently advised Lulu and Dante to consider seeing a marriage counselor. Lulu doubted it would work. She admitted that she had hoped that Dante would refuse to sign the separation papers and tear them up, but that hadn't happened. Lulu also questioned if she could ever trust Dante again. She promised that she desperately wanted to get past the betrayal, but she had no idea how. Laura suggested that Lulu sit down to have an honest conversation with Dante to see if they could get on the same page. Laura realized that it would take time for Lulu to trust Dante again, but until then, Lulu should trust in Dante and Lulu's love for each other. Lulu admitted that filing for separation hadn't solved anything and that she didn't want to lose everything that she loved. Lulu decided to tell Dante how she felt and fight for her marriage.

At the loft, Dante muted the football game on television and looked at the separation papers. He picked up a pen to sign them when he heard a knock. It was Valerie. Valerie handed him a plate of food covered in foil as she explained that she had honored her mother's tradition of cooking a meal for the local police officers who had to work on Thanksgiving. Valerie noticed that Dante hadn't been on duty, so she had fixed him a plate. Dante thanked Valerie, but she became distracted when she saw the football game on television. Valerie was upset when she realized that the New England Patriots were close to the Buffalo Bills' end zone. Dante was surprised that she was a Buffalo Bills fan and invited her in to watch the game. Valerie quickly pulled off her coat and sat on the sofa as Dante went to the counter to eat. A short time later, Valerie offered to clean up the dishes, but her smile faded when she noticed the separation papers on the counter. Dante admitted that Lulu had dropped them off.

Valerie was curious if her email to Dante had had anything to do with Lulu's decision, but Dante admitted that Lulu was angry and hurt and didn't trust him. He couldn't blame his wife, but he also couldn't spend the rest of his life defending every email and conversation he had. Dante decided there was nothing left to do except to honor Lulu's wish. Valerie watched as Dante signed the papers, but she reminded him that it wasn't too late to rip the papers up if he'd changed his mind. "What's done is done," Dante replied and pointed to the Buffalo Bills' imminent loss to emphasize his point.

Valerie argued that there was still twenty seconds left on the clock, which meant that her team could still score. Dante and Valerie were surprised when the New England Patriots' quarterback threw an interception, and the Buffalo Bills ran the ball in for a touchdown. Valerie whooped with joy. Dante smiled and congratulated her with a hug. Sparks quickly flared to life as the two looked at each other then kissed. After several seconds, Dante pulled away, but the passion didn't dim. Valerie kissed Dante again and unbuttoned his shirt. Dante pulled off his shirt then stripped Valerie of hers. The two fell to the sofa as they continued to kiss.

Wednesday, November 23, 2016 Carly entered her living room and looked around in confusion when she saw Michael, Nelle, and Josslyn setting out snacks while Jax opened a bottle of wine. She wondered what was going on until Josslyn wished her a happy Thanksgiving. Carly was stunned when she realized that she'd completely forgotten about the holiday, but everyone assured her that it was understandable. Michael added that Nelle had gone to the store and had picked up everything for the Thanksgiving dinner, but Carly began to cry because she should have taken care of dinner for her family. Josslyn felt terrible for Carly and hugged her mother.

Nelle watched carefully as Jax consoled Carly by gently patting her on the back and offering words of support and encouragement. She recalled overhearing Carly and Jax agree that they would forget the kiss they had shared, but she pushed the memory away, pasted on a smile, and encouraged Carly to relax because Jax had cooked everything. Jax added that he'd prepared Carly's favorite -- apple stuffing. Carly smiled with gratitude, but her eyes quickly clouded with sadness because it had been Morgan's favorite dish too. Nelle perked up when Carly went on to mention that the stuffing had been Sonny's recipe. Moments later, Olivia arrived to drop off some business papers.

Olivia was surprised when Carly answered the door because she'd expected Carly to be at Sonny's. In the living room, Nelle offered Michael a snack, but he declined because he didn't want to ruin his appetite for the meal that Nelle had graciously picked up. Nelle assured him that it was the least she could have done under the circumstances. She seized the opportunity to gauge Michael's feelings about Sonny not being there for the family meal. In the foyer, Carly revealed that Jason had uncovered that Sonny hadn't been responsible for the bomb that had been planted in Julian's car. Olivia was relieved to hear the news, but Carly quickly clarified that it hadn't changed anything. Olivia disagreed, since Sonny had done exactly as Carly had asked. Olivia reminded Carly that many women, including Olivia, had asked Sonny to change his ways, but he'd only done it for Carly. Jax entered the foyer to wish Olivia a happy Thanksgiving. Olivia exchanged brief pleasantries with him and left.

In the living room, Nelle heard Carly's phone buzz and picked it up. When she saw that it was Sonny, she called out to Carly as she approached the foyer, but she stopped short when she noticed Jax and Carly hugging. Nelle watched them for a few seconds then returned to the living room and put the phone back down where she'd found it. She quietly crept back to the doorway to eavesdrop as Carly told Jax that Olivia had made her realize that Sonny had tried to change, so perhaps Carly had been unfair. Seconds later, Nelle grabbed her things and started to leave, but Michael returned to the living room and saw her. He was curious where she was headed, prompting her to tell him that she'd promised to visit a friend who was alone for the holiday.

In the foyer, Jax acknowledged that Carly and Sonny had a special bond, but he advised Carly to think carefully before getting back together with Sonny because everything Sonny touched eventually turned to dust. Carly nodded then returned to the living room with Jax to join Michael and Josslyn. Jax picked up a glass of wine and told everyone that he was thankful to spend the day with them and to be a part of their lives. Josslyn smiled and expressed her gratitude to her parents for being her heroes, Michael for teaching her to ride a bike when she was little, and Morgan for showing her that she could stand back up when she fell. Carly was moved by her daughter's tribute.

Michael admitted that he was thankful for his family and asked if Carly wanted to say anything. Carly glanced at Jax, but she saw Sonny smiling at her instead. She was startled by the vision, but she quickly pulled herself together and told Jax, Josslyn, and Michael that she was grateful for each of them. Carly suddenly realized that Nelle was gone, so Michael explained that Nelle had left to check on a friend.

Later, Jax and Carly returned to the living room while Michael and Josslyn fetched dessert. Carly thanked Jax for cooking, but he credited Nelle for buying all the food. Carly smiled and admitted that Nelle was good to them. Jax sensed that Carly was troubled and offered to resume their earlier conversation. Carly declined because she knew how Jax felt about her and Sonny. Jax appreciated Carly's consideration, but he was curious if she knew how she felt about Sonny. Carly confessed that she wasn't sure.

At Dante and Lulu's house, Dante and Nathan sat on the sofa, watching a football game, while Rocco ran around and both Lulu and Maxie set out snacks. Moments later, the doorbell rang. Dante opened the door and welcomed Kevin. Nearby, Maxie wondered why Laura hadn't arrived with Kevin. Lulu had no idea until she called her mother and Laura explained that she had an important errand to run. Lulu was disappointed, but Laura promised that she wouldn't be long.

Meanwhile, Dante called to check on Sonny. Sonny promised Dante that he was fine and changed the subject by asking about Rocco. Dante offered to drop off some Thanksgiving food, but Sonny declined and insisted that Dante focus on his family. Dante pointed out that Sonny was part of his family, too, and admitted that he didn't like the idea of Sonny being alone on Thanksgiving, but Sonny assured Dante that he'd keep himself busy watching football on television. Dante knew things had been hard on Sonny because they all missed Morgan, but he promised that he'd be there if Sonny needed him.

Lulu approached Dante to ask if Ned would be joining Olivia. Dante had no idea, but he expected his mother to arrive soon. Rocco walked up with his face covered in chocolate to ask for something to eat. Frazzled, Lulu turned to Dante for help. Kevin quickly stepped in to assure both Dante and Lulu that everything would be fine. Nearby, Maxie noticed that Kevin, Dante, and Lulu were huddled together and asked if Nathan knew why Lulu seemed on edge.

Later, Nathan and Maxie returned to the living room, but Maxie became concerned when she saw Kevin talking to Dante and Lulu. Maxie listened as Dante told Lulu that he'd break the news to everyone, but he warned Lulu that some people might not be happy about their surprise. Maxie feared the worst and marched up to ask if Dante and Lulu had decided to break up again. At Greystone Manor, Sonny was surprised when Laura stopped by for a visit. Sonny invited her inside and ushered her to the living room. Laura assured him that Dante and Lulu would have loved to visit if Sonny had agreed. Sonny admitted that he'd talked to his son earlier as he joined Laura on the sofa. Laura let the subject drop as she and Sonny talked about Spencer. Sonny revealed that he'd recently spoken to his nephew and was pleased that he'd been flourishing at school. Laura agreed, but she hated the distance. Laura confessed that she had stopped by to talk to Sonny because he was the only person who could understand what it was like to be her on a day like Thanksgiving because he, too, had lost a son. Laura gently told Sonny that whether he liked it or not, people cared about him. She encouraged Sonny to stop shutting his family out and to let them be a part of his life because the death of a child was not something that a person could endure alone.

After Laura left, Sonny picked up a bottle of alcohol and sat on the floor. He looked at a family portrait as he drank and thought about Carly. Eventually, he picked up his phone and called Carly, but the call went to voicemail. He left her a message explaining that he'd called to check on her. Sonny told her that he was home alone, but he wished her a happy Thanksgiving and added that their children were lucky to have her for their mother. After Sonny ended the call, he turned the photograph facedown and continued to drink. Later, Sonny answered a knock at the door. It was Nelle. He was curious why she wasn't at Carly's, so she claimed that she'd felt out of place at the family gathering. Sonny invited Nelle inside and asked about Carly. Nelle assured him that Carly had all the help she needed. Sonny smiled with pride because he assumed she'd been referring to Michael, but Nelle revealed that Jax was with Carly too. Nelle feigned surprise when Sonny's temper flared and rushed to assure him that she'd probably been wrong about Jax and Carly. Sonny wasn't satisfied and demanded to know if something had happened between his wife and Jax. Nelle made a show of trying to take back her words, but Sonny pushed for answers until she blurted out that Jax and Carly had kissed.

At Dante and Lulu's house, Maxie greeted Laura and implored her to help her stop Dante and Lulu from breaking up. Concerned, Laura turned to her daughter for an explanation, but Dante and Lulu assured everyone that they weren't breaking up. Dante announced that he and Lulu had decided to get married -- that very night. Everyone was stunned when Kevin added that he'd been ordained online and would be officiating the wedding. Moments later, Olivia arrived and asked Dante to fetch his baby brother from the car. She noticed how quiet everyone was and asked what she had missed.

A short time later, Lulu emerged from the bedroom, wearing a cranberry-colored strapless gown and holding a bouquet of fresh flowers. Dante waited in the living room, wearing a suit, surrounded by their family and friends. Lulu beamed as she approached Dante. Dante and Lulu exchanged heartfelt vows then kissed when Kevin pronounced them husband and wife. Everyone laughed when Rocco tugged on his mother's dress to let her know that he was hungry.

At the Quartermaine mansion, Dillon entered the living room, demanding to know what was going on because someone had taken his film-school thesis and had left a ransom note on his bed. Monica was curious if the note had instructed him to meet in the living room at 7:00 p.m. to get his property back. Dillon was surprised that Monica knew what the note had said, but she explained that her lucky tennis racket had also vanished. Ned added that the only Eddie Maine gold record had gone missing under similar circumstances. Tracy joined her family in the living room as Dillon, Ned, and Monica realized that Tracy was responsible for the stolen items. Tracy didn't deny taking the items in question and ordering her family to meet in the living room. She revealed that she'd taken the drastic step to force everyone to spend the holiday together. "Happy Thanksgiving," Tracy added with a satisfied smile. Dillon, Ned, and Monica grumbled, but Tracy was furious that they'd each tried to skip out on the family dinner. She informed them that she had a Thanksgiving dinner ready, but Monica laughed. "And Larry Ashton really is a lord," Monica snidely joked, but Tracy was not amused.

Dillon reminded his mother that every year, they had tried to have a normal Thanksgiving family dinner, but it had always ended in disaster. Tracy refused to back down and warned everyone that they could do things the easy way or the hard way. Dillon, Ned, and Monica capitulated and agreed to stay for dinner. Delighted, Tracy asked Ned for a cocktail. Monica decided to fetch the pizza menu.

Later, Tracy poured herself another cocktail as she admitted that it was nice to have her family together for the holiday. However, Tracy was disappointed that Finn and Hayden hadn't been able to join them. Tracy shifted gears and tried to interest Dillon, Ned, and Monica in a board game, but no one was in the mood. Tracy quickly grew tired of their attitude and decided to return their items. She retrieved the box from behind the desk and announced that she'd rather spend the rest of the day with a cold-blooded lizard than a family counting down the seconds for the dinner to end. Tracy dropped the box on the coffee table and started to leave, but Dillon and Ned jumped up to stop her. Monica explained that Tracy had misunderstood because the problem was that Tracy expected them to have a normal Thanksgiving dinner when there was nothing normal about their family. Ned agreed, but he conceded that they should cherish their time together. Tracy smiled as everyone gathered around her for a family group hug. A short time later, Ned spoke to Olivia on the phone as the others filled their plates with turkey and all the trimmings. He explained that he would have to meet Olivia later because he was about to sit down to have a traditional dinner with his family. Olivia was surprised it wasn't pizza, but Ned told her the curse had been lifted.

After Ned ended the call, Monica returned from the kitchen with a glass of cider. Ned noticed that the turkey smelled different than he'd expected. Monica became alarmed when Tracy suggested that it might have something to do with the cook's special brine. Monica ordered Tracy to put down the bite of turkey she'd been about to consume because Monica had seen a full container labeled "brine" in the refrigerator and an empty container that Finn had labeled "bacteria" on the counter. Dillon and Ned immediately dropped their forks as Monica stood up to fetch the pizza menu.

A short time later, Tracy, Monica, Dillon, and Ned talked about what they each were thankful for while they waited for the pizza to be delivered. Monica was thankful that they were all together, Tracy was thankful for General Hospital's resurrection, and Ned was thankful that Tracy had filled both Edward and Lila's shoes -- and then some. Dillon agreed and hugged his mother. After the pizza arrived, everyone sang the traditional Thanksgiving song then helped themselves to a slice of pizza. Ned placed a plate with pizza on the mantel in front of a picture of Edward and Lila.

At Gene's Roadhouse, Alexis was shocked when she saw Julian approach the bar, and she demanded to know what he was doing there. Julian ignored the question as he looked at her drink and told her not to let him stop her. Alexis assured him that she wouldn't and defiantly finished her drink and ordered another. She instructed the bartender to make it a double, but Julian expressed his concern about her drinking. Alexis glared at him and told him that he was violating her personal space. Alexis reminded Julian of the restraining order and demanded that he leave. Julian agreed, but he warned her that he intended to call Sam first because he thought their daughter should know what Alexis had on the menu for the remainder of the night. Alexis bristled at the idea of him tattling on her when he'd been the one to drive her to drink. She accused him of robbing her of her good name, her career, and her dignity, but he warned her that she wouldn't find it at the bottom of a glass. Alexis resented Julian acting as if there was something wrong with her having a drink.

Alexis pointed out that she didn't have to answer to Julian. She also ordered him to stop sending her "creepy" text messages. Julian refused to back down because she needed help, so she changed tactics and agreed to get help but not from Sam. Julian suggested that Alexis talk to Jax, Diane, or even him. Alexis leaned forward, told him she'd rather die, and snatched his phone out of his hand. Alexis threw it against the wall and smiled when she heard it break. "L'chaim," Alexis said as she raised her glass, took a drink, smacked her lips, and sighed with satisfaction. She made it clear that she would never turn to Julian for anything again. Alexis continued to berate him by pointing out that he might have his freedom, but he had nothing else. She bragged that she had the support of her children and would soon be practicing law again. Julian was happy for Alexis, but Alexis didn't care and warned him that all he had was Ava, who would eventually turn on him. Julian turned the conversation back to Alexis by informing her that she'd underestimated him if she thought breaking his phone would stop him from calling Sam to let her know where Alexis was.

Later, Alexis managed to slip out of the bar while Julian's back was turned. Julian quickly realized what she had done and gave chase. Alexis jumped into her car, locked the doors, and turned on the engine as Julian ran up and banged on the window. He implored her not to drive, but she threw the car into gear and stepped on the accelerator, intending to go in reverse. However, Alexis' car lunged forward and struck Julian. Julian's body went flying into the air as Alexis realized what had happened and slammed on the brakes.

Wednesday, November 22, 2017 Molly welcomed T.J. and Stella to Alexis' house. Stella offered to help in the kitchen, but Molly assured her that they had plenty of help in the kitchen. On cue, Dr. Bensch emerged from the kitchen with some hors d'oeuvres. Outside of Alexis', Jordan wondered if a distracted Curtis was going to be on his phone all night. He revealed that he was waiting for some answers about Andre's whereabouts, but Jordan thought that Andre could wait. Just then, Stella opened the door to the couple, and they entered the house.

Molly took Alexis aside and asked if her mother had talked to Kristina. Alexis wondered how Kristina was doing, but Molly advised Alexis to talk to her daughter herself. Alexis revealed that Kristina wouldn't talk to her, but she didn't want to have that conversation anymore. Molly was happy that Dr. Bensch was there instead of Julian. Alexis and Molly returned to the group and heard Stella talking about Olivia Jerome's statement about Julian. Molly was shocked, which prompted Stella to ask if she'd said something wrong. Curtis informed her that Olivia's brother was Alexis' ex-husband. Molly wondered if Julian could be released, and Jordan hoped that the appeal would be denied. Just then, the oven buzzed, so Alexis ran off to check the turkey.

Nathan and Maxie, and Ned and Olivia arrived at Dante and Lulu's, and Lulu immediately whisked Maxie away to ask if she was pregnant. Maxie answered that she couldn't tell Lulu before she told Nathan, which made Lulu think that there was something to tell. Across the room, Dante asked Nathan what he was thankful for, and Nathan replied that he didn't want to talk about Man Landers. However, he was thankful that his in-laws were at Anna's for the holiday. He asked Dante if he'd noticed Maxie acting strange.

Laura and Kevin entered, and the guests at Lulu and Dante's gathered around to talk about what they were thankful for. Lulu was thankful for their family, and Dante took the opportunity to wish his wife a happy anniversary. Ned was thankful for his and Olivia's families being able to merge, and Olivia was thankful for getting to know Monica better. Kevin was thankful for having found Laura, and Laura was thankful for all the fun they were going to have planning their wedding. Nathan was thankful for his wife's patience, and Maxie was thankful for her "new job, wonderful husband, beautiful daughter, and good things to come." Rocco loudly thanked his parents for the turkey.

Jason entered the Quartermaine living room and looked at the pictures on the mantel. Monica entered the room with her suitcase, and Jason was surprised to see her. She informed him that her plane had been grounded due to bad weather. He was happy to see her, and she could tell that something was wrong. He wanted to make sure that they were still "good," as he was upset about Sonny, Carly, and Robin telling him that his memories were someone else's. He continued that he was just seen as a stranger. Monica advised Jason that his relationships were real, but he wondered how long it would be until his family also felt that he was a stranger. Monica asserted that family didn't "cut and run," so she wasn't going anywhere. He was grateful to have her as a mother, and she was glad to have him as a son. They embraced, and he left.

A few minutes later, Monica was on the phone with Ned. He invited her over to Dante and Lulu's, but she insisted that she was fine in the house alone with her turkey burger. When Ned hung up, Lulu and Olivia listed off all the food they were serving. As they spoke, Maxie pressed a hand to her mouth. She gagged and reached for a napkin on the table, but knocked over the entire thing in the process. She ran out of the room as the food splattered all over the floor.

A short while later, Nathan tucked Maxie into bed at home. He felt her head and suggested that she go to the doctor. She insisted that she didn't need to, and she revealed that she had news that she'd been trying to tell him for days. "I'm pregnant," she said. He was in disbelief. She told him again, and he bounced on the bed with excitement until she nauseously warned him to stop. Smiling ear to ear, he hugged Maxie tightly.

Sam was shocked to open her door to Patient 6, who asked to be let in to talk to her about something important. He informed her that Diane was working on proving that he was Jason, but he would tell her to stop if that was what Sam wanted. He continued that he would never use his name again if it would make things easier for Sam. Sam wondered what Patient 6 would do, "leave?" She informed him that no one would ever let him leave after five years of missing him. She thought that he shouldn't leave because, even though things would get worse before they got better, they had to have the truth in order to move on. Just then, Danny descended the stairs and recognized Patient 6 as Sam's friend. He invited the patient along to Alexis', but he said he was going to a friend's. The three exchanged good wishes for Thanksgiving, and the patient left. Danny said that he liked the man, and Sam told Danny that the man was "someone special."

Jason arrived at Alexis' and wondered where Sam was. A few minutes later, Sam entered with the kids. Jason asked where she'd been, but Alexis called out that dinner was ready. As she carried the turkey out, she tripped, and the turkey slid across the floor. A short while later, Alexis thanked Dr. Bensch for staying behind to help her clean up. She called her Thanksgiving "a disaster, like my life. I'm the turkey." Dr. Bensch replied that, if she was a disaster, she was a glorious and attractive one. She was surprised that he hadn't yet run screaming from her, and she grabbed him and kissed him.

Carly checked on Sonny, who was deep-frying their turkey and said it was taking too long. She offered for Michael to stay over if he wanted to, and then she went to check on Avery. Sonny wondered if Michael would be looking at his phone all night, but Michael said it was only Nelle wishing him a happy holiday. Sonny was surprised that the two were still in touch. Michael reminded Sonny that he was still Nelle's landlord. He added that he didn't hate her just because their relationship hadn't worked out.

At Sonny's, Josslyn opened the door to Oscar. He told her that his mother would be there soon, but she had forgotten the pie at home. They both complimented each other then shared a kiss. They quickly broke apart when Carly entered to welcome Oscar. Carly, Josslyn, and Oscar entered the living room, and Sonny offered Oscar a beer. Carly reminded him that Oscar's mother might not appreciate Sonny's sense of humor. Sonny asked Michael to make sure that the guardhouse gates were open and that the guards stayed out of sight. Sonny got a call that Oscar's mother, Kim, was on her way up to the house. The doorbell rang, and the family went to the door to let her in. Kim entered with a pie.

Josslyn and Oscar went upstairs to check on Avery, leaving the adults to talk. Kim remarked on how nice the house was and how organized crime must have been "very good to you." Just then, Michael got a call from Ned, so he left to take it. Kim continued that Sonny's charitable donations only went so far, since he had a list of "criminal allegations." She was concerned for her son to be spending time with the daughter of a mob boss. Kim continued that she wouldn't interfere because she felt that Oscar and Josslyn wouldn't last much longer, so she'd decided to let the relationship play out. Carly thought the two made a good couple, and Sonny advised Kim not to bet against the kids. Sonny went outside to check the turkey. Kim apologized to Carly for handling things badly, but her life was so busy that she didn't have time to beat around the bush. Carly respected that and was able to relate.

As Carly wondered if Oscar's dad had ever been in the picture, Josslyn and Oscar returned downstairs to report that Avery was still asleep. Sonny returned and announced that dinner would be ready soon, but Carly insisted that they had to wait for Jason. Just then, the doorbell rang, and Carly let Jason in. Kim looked at Jason wide-eyed and muttered, "Drew?"

Monica sat alone in the Quartermaine house with her turkey burger. She reminded herself to "sing first, then eat." Just then, Ned and Michael led everyone from Dante and Lulu's and everyone from Alexis' in song into the Quartermaine living room, each carrying a pizza.

Monday, November 26, 2018 As Ava and "Kevin" kissed, Laura entered Ava's gallery. "Oh, my God," she cried, and the two broke apart. Laura reminded him that she'd asked if he'd found someone else, but he'd been too cowardly to admit it. Ava insisted that they weren't having an affair, but Laura only wanted to hear from her husband. "Kevin" replied that he'd been completely honest by telling Laura that their marriage was over. Laura related how much of a betrayal it was for Kevin to be seeing the woman who'd "sold out Nikolas' memory" behind her back.

Laura continued that she didn't see the man she'd married in "Kevin's" eyes at all, but she thought it would be better off that they were strangers. She revealed that she was there to talk to Ava about her donation to Laura's campaign. She ripped the check up and threw it on the floor. "I don't accept blood money!" she yelled, and she stormed out. Ava picked up the pieces, and "Kevin" apologized on behalf of Laura. Ava related that she was used to being a pariah.

"Kevin" apologized if he'd overstepped by kissing Ava, but she revealed that she'd felt whatever he'd felt. They shared another kiss, and he divulged that he wanted to spend as much time as possible with her. She suggested that they spend Thanksgiving together, and he accepted, glad to have convinced her not to leave town. "For the time being," she replied. She thought she and Kiki would be better off if she wasn't in town -- or if Kiki wasn't. "Kevin" promised to meet Ava at her apartment after he took care of some "business." When he was gone, Ava fixed her makeup and smiled.

"We're closed," Oscar called out when Josslyn entered Charlie's, not seeing who it was. "Great, then we won't be interrupted," she replied. She demanded the truth from him and asked if he was sick. He immediately cursed Cameron for telling her, but she was glad Cameron had told her. "It's none of your boyfriend's business," he said. She confessed that she and Cameron had faked the relationship in order to make Oscar jealous. "It worked," he admitted. She asked if he still cared, and he confided that he'd never stopped.

Oscar informed Josslyn that she was the first person he'd wanted to tell when he'd found out about his diagnosis. However, he'd wanted her to forget about him, move on, and be happy, so she wouldn't have to suffer through his illness with him. Josslyn promised to do whatever it took to get him better, but he told her about his tumor and that he had less than a year left to live. He mentioned the drug trial, but he insisted that he wasn't going to participate, as the experimental treatment had caused some people to die. Josslyn thought that Oscar should weigh the risks against the rewards, and she urged him to find out everything he could about it. He was dead set against it, but Josslyn reminded him that his chances of dying without doing the drug trial were "one hundred percent." She didn't think his parents should force him into it, but she promised she would be there with him every step of the way, no matter what he chose to do. He rushed to her and embraced her.

Monica proudly told her guests that she'd ordered a dozen gourmet pizzas for Thanksgiving, because "why tempt fate?" Kim commended Monica's decision to donate food to the local soup kitchen, and Monica replied that she wanted to focus on family rather than making a big meal. The doorbell rang, and Ned was unhappy to answer the door to Julian, who was carrying a box of food to donate. Kim greeted Julian, and Ned scolded Kim for being "presumptuous" enough to invite Julian. However, Olivia admitted that she'd invited Julian, and Julian followed Kim into the living room, where Leo was excited to see his father. Monica informed Drew that she'd texted Oscar, welcoming him to their Thanksgiving, and Drew figured he wouldn't attend. He appreciated Monica trying to get through to Oscar about the immunotherapy. Drew saw Kim and Julian with their heads together, and he observed as Kim asked if Julian's "associates" had agreed to help her get Oscar out of the country if he won the lawsuit. He advised her to think before things went too far.

Drew approached Kim and Julian and demanded to know if Julian was planning on kidnapping Oscar. He ordered Julian to stay away from Oscar, but Julian informed Drew that he'd never agreed to take Oscar out of the country. He left the parents to talk. Kim insisted that she was trying to save their son, but Drew refused to let Oscar live out his last days as a prisoner.

Ned didn't understand why Olivia hadn't warned him about inviting Julian, but she knew that he would have objected. She knew that having Julian there would mean a lot to Leo, and she promised that no one could replace Ned in Leo's life. She added that she'd seen how much Julian had changed for the better since he'd gotten out of prison.

Bobbie entered Sonny's, and he informed her that Carly was at the hotel, dealing with a "situation." She asked about Josslyn, and Michael answered that he'd gotten a "cryptic message" from Josslyn saying that she would be home as soon as she could. Stella entered, and, while Mike was always happy to see her, he'd hoped that she would be somewhere "more important." Lucas and Brad entered with Wiley, and Brad sharply asked why Michael was there. He covered by asking why he wasn't at the Quartermaines'. Michael replied that he was going there later, and he asked to hold Wiley. Brad ran off to get a drink.

A few minutes later, Lucas and Brad wished Julian a happy Thanksgiving on speakerphone. Lucas left the conversation, and Brad took the phone off of speaker. Brad assured Julian that he'd "made peace" with his choices. Later, Sonny told his family that Thanksgiving was his favorite holiday, because he loved getting his family together. While the family had had some losses in the past few years, they'd also had a few additions, and family was the most important thing in the world. He wished his family a happy Thanksgiving, and everyone toasted.

Mike asked Stella about Marcus, and she admitted that they'd once been more than friends. She'd often wondered what might have been had they stayed together. However, she wouldn't change the life she had, and she thought that Marcus felt the same. "What's done is done," she stated. Mike said that that was the trick of life, to make decisions that you wouldn't regret later.

A short while later, Josslyn entered the empty house in tears. She collapsed on the floor and sobbed.

Kiki and Griffin were getting ready for the wedding and talking about Ava. Kiki wanted to turn her in to the cops, as she thought everyone would be better off with Ava behind bars. Griffin replied that the best revenge was a life well lived, but Kiki informed him that Ava didn't see revenge that way. Kiki didn't think that her mother would back off unless she found someone else to focus on. Griffin suddenly kissed her and unzipped her dress. She gave him a scolding look but continued to kiss him.

A short while later, Kiki and Griffin put their clothes back on. Kiki told him that they were going to be later to the wedding, but he grinned and said that he couldn't help himself. Griffin's phone went off, and he answered it to Monica. She informed him that the hospital board had made a decision about Griffin's suspension. Policy didn't allow her to tell him the decision over the phone, but she'd left a copy of the decision at the hospital for him. She wished him a happy Thanksgiving and hung up. Griffin wasn't sure that he wanted to know the decision, but Kiki figured it was good news, since Monica had called. Griffin instructed Kiki to finish getting ready while he ran to the hospital for his paper, and he would meet her at the church. He proposed that they "get away for the holidays" and go somewhere warm. "I'd like that," she agreed. He kissed her and left. When she was done getting ready, she looked around for a sweater to take to the church. When she opened the door to leave, "Kevin" was standing there.

Monica wondered why all of the family's donated food hadn't yet been picked up, and Olivia remembered seeing someone there to pick the food up. Suddenly, Monica realized that the food that had been picked up had been their pizzas. Kim was angry at Julian for making her think that he would help her. He'd hoped that "it wouldn't come to that," but she'd hoped that she could count on him. Michael entered the house a short while later and saw pizza on the table. Monica explained that they'd ordered more pizza, since they'd accidently donated their gourmet pizzas to the soup kitchen. Michael figured that the Quartermaine tradition of Thanksgiving not going as planned would just continue. Monica announced that it was time for dinner, but "first we sing, and then we eat." The Quartermaines joined in song except for Julian and Kim. The doorbell rang,

and Drew left to answer it. With Kim behind him, Drew was shocked and happy to see Oscar at the door. In the bridal suite, Anna popped open a bottle of Champagne and poured some for herself, Jordan, Molly, Lulu, and Maxie. Anna toasted to Jordan, who she was "privileged to call a colleague, and proud to call a friend." As Jordan's "something borrowed," Anna gave Jordan the bracelet Anna had been wearing the day they'd met, when Anna had tried to arrest Jordan. As the "something blue," Molly gave Jordan a pair of earrings that T.J. had gotten for Molly. She added that Jordan had always made her feel welcome, and Jordan replied that T.J. was lucky to have Molly. Molly wondered who had Jordan's "something new," and both Maxie and Lulu replied that they did. Maxie admonished Lulu for not listening when she'd told Lulu to bring the "something old." Jordan didn't think it was a big deal and brushed off the superstition. "Nothing will go wrong," she said confidently.

Curtis left a message for Stella, urging her to change her mind about attending the wedding. He told her that he loved her and hung up. Nina entered and hugged her friend. She advised him to never lie or cheat, and "gifts help." He lightheartedly insisted that he didn't need "the talk," but Nina had been married multiple times, so she wanted him to know what he was getting himself into. "Right back atcha," Curtis shot back as Peter entered. T.J. apologized to Curtis, as he clearly hadn't been able to get through to Stella. He advised Curtis to focus on his happiness with Jordan. Curtis asked T.J., as someone who'd been in a "steady relationship" for years, what his secret was. "Cherish what you have, and try not to screw up," T.J. replied, and he hugged his uncle.

Maxie entered the church, and Peter told her that she looked beautiful. Maxie thanked him and walked away to mingle. Peter looked like he wanted to follow her, but Nina warned him against leaving her "unescorted." Alexis entered and saw Finn, and she remarked that he looked "more dour than usual." He confided that Curtis had given him a letter from Hayden, and she wanted to see him. He didn't think it was a good idea, and Alexis agreed. Laura arrived at the church, and Lulu saw that her mother looked upset. Laura promised to talk to Lulu about it later.

Jordan was fixing her makeup when T.J. entered with a hug for his mother. She was thankful that he was going to walk her down the aisle. T.J. was thankful that Jordan and Curtis had found each other and added that they deserved happiness. Jordan was surprised he felt that way after all the years she'd missed with him. "You're here now," he replied. He continued that her job had taught him to always do the right thing, no matter the cost. "You're my hero," he told her, and he hugged his tearful mother.

Griffin arrived at the church and sat down with Lulu and Laura. He looked around, surprised that Kiki wasn't there yet. At the altar, Nina fixed Curtis' tie and asked if he was ready. "More than anything," he replied, and he hugged his "best person." Finn sat down with Chase and Valerie as the processional music began. Anna, the matron of honor, made her way down the aisle.

Jordan and T.J. appeared at the end of the aisle and walked toward the altar. When they made it to the front, T.J. hugged Curtis and kissed his mother. Both in tears, Jordan and Curtis mouthed "I love you" to each other. The priest began the wedding as Griffin slipped out to look for Kiki. When the priest got to "speak now or forever hold your peace," the church door slammed open, and Stella walked in.

Monday December 2, 2019 On General Hospital today, "Drew" attends a traditional Quartermaine Thanksgiving, and Kendra tries to murder Alexis as Neil and Julian go looking for her.

Robert shows up at Anna’s with wine. He’s happy to see Violet again. Finn Violet and Anna celebrate Thanksgiving General HospitalWhen Scorpio starts making remarks about Finn, Anna drags him into the other room, and they bicker about the doctor’s delay telling her about his daughter. Robin calls and assumes her parents are fighting. She lectures her father and tells him to cut Anna some slack.

Meanwhile, Andre explains to Maxie and Peter that recovering the old Franco is like restoring an old painting. The Drew part could wind up becoming dominant. Maddox leaves to take a call. Maxie can tell that Peter is uncomfortable and assumes he’s blaming himself for his involvement with Jason’s abduction. She doesn’t blame him though and reassures him. Anna returns to Finn and Violet. The little girl is starting to miss her mom. Anna tries to distract her with turkey. They snap the wishbone and Finn tells his daughter she is his wish.

At General Hospital, “Drew” tells Liz that he’s going to the Quartermaine Thanksgiving. She tells him it’s an experience. He’s going to stop by Oscar’s Meadow on the way to say goodbye. Liz tells him how grateful she is for his sacrifice. After he exits, Liz wonders to Epiphany how she can ever thank someone who is giving up so much. Epiphany says the only thing to do is say thank you.

Meanwhile, Julian and Neil realize that Kendra has been drugging Alexis. They call around to find the lawyer but have no luck. Then they try to figure out what the motive for this could be. As they search the internet, they discover Kendra went to high school in Port Charles and keep looking until they find her old last name. This vaguely rings a bell for Julian. Neil explains that Alexis ran over Kiefer.

At the Quartermaine estate, Brook Lynn and Monica debate Olivia’s lousy taste in decorations. Liv tells them they can get rid of her paper turkeys if they are that bothered. When Brook Lynn walks off to see Ned, Monica warns Liv that the young woman is exactly like her grandmother and impossible to get along with. Lulu arrives with her son and immediately starts bickering with Brook Lynn. Rocco talks about spending time with Dustin and Liv starts downing wine and then runs upstairs with the kids. Monica slips outside and calls Epiphany, begging her for help. Lulu and Brook Lynn come outside for air. They begin bickering and Brook Lynn trashes her for abandoning Dante.

Meanwhile, Monica orders Ned to find out why his daughter is really back. They follow the yelling outside to the women. Lulu feels awful and thinks she should leave but Liv tells her to stay. As Olivia checks on dinner, Brook Lynn starts in on Lulu again until a scream is heard from the kitchen. Olivia rushes in and declares that the dinner has gone missing. She accuses Brook Lynn of stealing it. “Drew” arrives and Monica leads him away from the family and over to the booze. She flashes back to packing up the dinner and sending it away with Epiphany. Back in the present, Monica tells “Drew” that disasters are a family tradition. Soon, the pizzas arrive, and they sing the holiday song.

At the Corinthos compound, Jax, Michael and Joss play cards while Sonny looks pensive. Sasha joins them as they play poker. Everyone tries to keep smiling while Sonny goes out to the terrace to deal with the turkey over the fire. Carly follows him. He tells her that he’s afraid of turning into ‘that guy’ who walks into a room and sees who isn’t there. Later, the family tells Dev and Sasha about the history of the Quartermaine Thanksgivings and how they are always a disaster.

At home, Brad admits to Lucas that he’s been keeping something from him. Brad pretends it’s about Obrecht, but Lucas doesn’t buy it. He reminds his husband that this is bigger than the two of them. They never should have adopted Wiley if they were going to wind up like this. Carly calls and begs Lucas to come for the meal. Brad is reluctant but Lucas insists that they go.

Kendra drives bloody and unconscious Alexis out to the woods. After giving her a shot to wake her up and paralyze her. She tells the lawyer how wonderful Kiefer was and how he didn’t deserve to die. Kendra complains that she hasn’t had a homecooked holiday dinner since her brother died. She drags Alexis onto the road and tells her that Shiloh tipped her off about the lawyer running Kiefer over. Now, she’s going to learn how he felt.

Down road, as Brad and Lucas drive, the doctor keeps grilling Brad about when things went wrong. He wonders if Brad ever even wanted Wiley. Brad says he wanted him too much. He admits that Wiley is actually Nelle and Michael’s son. Lucas tries to stop the car, but the breaks are gone. They drive straight into Kendra as she’s trying to run over Alexis.