Coronation Street Catch Up: the "dream it, believe it, achieve it" edition

 your one stop update on what happened last week on Canada's Coronation Street...

First there was the Chicago Seven, now there's the Weatherfield One (i.e. Roy Cropper).

Oh, come on, D.C. Swain! How could you think Roy had anything to do with Lauren's disappearance (and possible death)? Who else is on your suspect list? Mother Teresa? St. Francis of Assisi? 

 

If only Stephen Reid were still around. They could pin the blame on the Canadian serial killer.

 

But the Weatherfield police seem to be fixated on Roy as the number one suspect because he had a connection with Lauren (ex-employer) and cleaned her flat (at the request of Evelyn). Another suspect was Daniel Osborne (thanks to Max who gave the coppers a bum steer), but he was ruled out. However Daniel is now suspended from his job because the police interviewed him (thanks again to Max for snitching to Daniel's school).

 

Now poor Roy is facing social media harassment as punters and lowlifes target him for abuse. A couple of boneheads even showed up at the caf to rough him up (but were thwarted by Carla). Roy's stubborn streak has made things worse as he insisted on going to the bat habitat site with shovels (suspicious according to Swain) and then to the vigil for Lauren where he made an impromptu speech (recorded and posted on social media) and then the caf was vandalized. 

All this has caused Nina a lot of stress and worry. Roy finally realizes this and agrees to lie low during the police investigation. 

Gemma is now convinced that sending Joseph to the posh Oakhill school is not a bad idea even though Glam Gran Linda is footing the bill and flaunting her largess. 

Meanwhile, over at Rev. Billy's, Paul is definitely declining and now his speech seems to be affected by the progression of MND. 

Over at Barlow Central, Steve makes a very public announcement about Tommy O's imminent departure to Spain (for a football coaching job). Tracy is blindsided by the news and sharply breaks off her relationship with Tommy and gives him his marching orders. Olé!

Steve aloso tells Tim that he's ready to re-enter the dating scene (quick! Switch off your Tinder).

Young Dylan has his day in court and pleads guilty to charges associated with carrying a zombie knife. He receives a sentence of community service and afterwards is surprised to find his Mum (Violet) waiting for him at Eileen's house. Needless to say, Violet is not pleased with recent events and decides to take Dylan back to London. Sean is in bits but tearfully accepts her decision.

And now for some lines from the week that was:

Chesney reveals the Oakhill motto to Joseph:

"Dream it, believe it, achieve it"

(that inspired Rosie Webster to become a brand ambassador for booze)

Tracy re: Tommy O's profound posts on social media:

"He loves a porn star martini"

(I'm assuming that's a martini served by a porn star?)

Steve relishes the chance to tell Tracy about Tommy's move to Spain:

"Adios Signor Orpington!"

(vaya con cleats)

 

Stu asks Eliza about the beverage he served:

"How was the lassi?"

(Can't say. Haven't seen that dog lately)

Daniel to Ken re: Max:  

"That kid wants to destroy me"

(and he's doing a pretty good job)

David to Nick re: his perpetual pained expression:

"You might want to do something about your miserable mush"

(maybe he's constipated?)

Tommy to Tracy:

"You and me, it was just about the sex?"

(mainly)

Roy explains that his digging activity was linked to preserving bat habitat:

"It's the home of the soprano pipistrelle"

(elementary, my dear Swain)

 

Tim assesses Steve's pre-dating appearance:

"Give your ears a bit of a trim"

(you might need some garden shears... just saying)

 

***

Well, fellow Cropper comrades, so ends another week and Roy is suffering the slings and arrows of a misguided line of police inquiry and a barrage of social media harassment. Hopefully, D.C. Swain will soon find some clues that lead her to determine what really happened to Lauren, and Roy will finally be vindicated. Thanks for the pleasure of your company here at the Hip. Have a great week!

 

Coronation Street Catch Up: the posh biscuits edition

 your one stop update on what happened last week on Canada's Coronation Street...

Lauren has disappeared and there's blood on the curtains of her flat. The police suspect foul play.

Number one suspect? Daniel Osborne.

Number two suspect? Roy Cropper.

Who's next? Sam? Aled? Craig?

Seems the Weatherfield police (led by D.S. Swain and her sidekick, Craig) are muddling their way through an investigation of Lauren's disappearance. After a thorough search of her flat, they find traces of blood and they are also questioning persons of interest (POI). Roy is the first POI as he cleaned Lauren's flat (at the request of Evelyn, who had sublet the flat to Lauren and is now on the hook for cleaning charges and back rent).

Then Max (who holds a grudge against Daniel) tells the police that Daniel might be a POI as he was giving Lauren tutoring lessons for free (suspicious?) The coppers question Roy and then Daniel.

In other cock-ups, Stu is discovered to be the reason that Dom left Eliza and took off to be with his other family in Germany. Eliza finally learns the truth about how Stu paid Dom to leave the country and she is upset. With the help of Hope, she tracks down her Dad in a local hotel and begs him to take her to Germany with him. Dom cannot and Eliza is left to stew... with Stu.

Adam wants Dee Dee to forgive him for threatening to blackmail her and wants her to remain part of his stellar legal team (slogan: "Broke the law? Get help from a guy who broke his arm"). Dee Dee reluctantly agrees - but only if she is made partner.

Meanwhile Sean's attempts to convince Dylan to plead not guilty fail as Dylan insists on taking full responsibility in the atrocious bullying campaign that led Liam to contemplate suicide.

Damon demands a piece of the action for his involvement in a robbery organized by Harvey. Harvey is not keen but will think about it.

Over at Chesney's, it's the same old song. Ches and Gemma have no money but rebuff Glam Gran Linda's offer to pay for Joseph's schooling at the elite Oakhill private school (illustrious alumni include Rosie Webster who graduated, Magna Cum Instagram).

The new twosome of Tracy and Tommy O. seem to win over Amy thanks to Tommy's shrewd comments about Amy's challenges and his Weathy County charm.

Simon seems nicer and determined to get his life on track. A resentful Nick shows up in court to support Si who gets a light sentence (community service) from the judge after his auto accident. However Nick still seems to be in a perpetual snit-based mood and isn't keen on planning a wedding with Leanne.

Fiz is gradually easing back into family life with Hope and Ruby thanks to Evelyn's help.

And now for a very few lines from the week that was:

David's number one business question to Maria: 

"Where are the posh biscuits?"

(probably at the posh salon)

 

Stu to Yasmeen after Eliza discovers the truth about her missing Dad:

"It's all my fault"

(no-one's arguing)

 

Dee Dee wants to know what's with Sean and Adam's sudden mea culpas: 

"Someone started a self flagellation society?"

(now that's an interesting story line!)

Max to D.C Swain re: Daniel:

"I think he's the secret boyfriend"

(think again, Sherlock)

***

Well fellow Swain spotters, so ends another week. Let's hope Weatherfield's finest can find some actual credible suspects connected to the disappearance of Lauren and figure out what happened to her. Thanks for spending some time here at the Hip. Always a pleasure to have your company and I hope you have a great week!

Coronation Street Catch Up: the baked beans and tuna edition

 your one stop update on what happened last week on Canada's Coronation Street...

Yikes! Adam was badly injured when he was struck by a speeding car. The driver was aiming at Sarah and Bethany but Adam pushed them out of harm's way and took the fall. The result? Adam suffered some broken ribs, a broken arm and a concussion. 

Fortunately his hair was uninjured. 

All this after the Scottish solicitor decided not to pursue an appeal for convicted killer and cellphone addict, Harvey. You will recall that Harv is serving a 25-year sentence for killing Natasha (Sam's Mum). Adam was supposed to be getting Harv's sentence appealed and, in return, Harvey was going to get rid of Damon.

However, Adam had a change of heart and scotched (so to speak) the appeal. Harv was not pleased and is now aiming to put the kibosh on Sarah and Bethany - unless Damon agrees to do a heist (Harv needs the dosh to pay for a new appeal... or maybe his cellphone bill).

Elsewhere, good news! Fiz is back but the Dobbs house is now overrun with family members and it seems that either Evelyn or Cassie has to go (I vote for Cassie) but Ty and Fiz decide to let the two sweat it out a bit before making a decision.

Fiz has resumed her job at Underworld. After her stint as a supervisor in another factory, she has some ideas for change, however Carla is not interested.

More good news. Ryan is back and looks pretty good. Seems things didn't pan out in Scotland with Crystal but no worries 'cause Daisy is pleased to see him and, before you can say "legover", they are a couple and Ryan is working at the Rovers.

That other couple (Bethany and Daniel) are having their ups and downs after Bethany's Pulitzer prize-losing exposé prompts Daisy to complain to Bethany's editor.  After Bethany is almost the victim of Harv's hit and run driver, Daniel gives Adam a piece of his mind.

Things seem to be happening in the case of Liam's bullying problem. After Liam reveals to Maria and Gary that he was threatened with a zombie knife by thug (and eyeliner expert) Mason, the search begins for the weapon and Dylan winds up getting caught with the knife in his posession. He was set up by Mason but it now looks like Dylan will be charged (and Mason might escape justice).

Elsewhere, Tommy Orpington is apparently moving to Spain.  Steve is pleased but also searching for a new football team to support.

And, finally, it seems that Eliza's Dad (Dom) may be back in Weatherfield as Yasmeen reports to Stu that she thinks she spotted him. 

And now for a few lines from the week that was:

Tim to Steve:
"You've got blue eyes - like the ocean"

(get a room)

 

Sean to Maria re: Mason:
"He's the puppet master"

(like an evil Jim Henson)

Daniel grovels to Bethany for forgiveness:
"I'm an idiot...foolish pig... daft weasel"
(go on...)

Alya to Dee Dee re: Adam

"Adam these days is like a bear with a sore head"

(not to mention his hair)

Ken offers Steve some thoughts about an alternative to Weathy County:

"Aren't there two fairly big football teams based in Manchester?"

(Now that you mention it...)

 

Ryan summarizes his cooking efforts to Daisy:

"Baked beans and tuna are not a good combo"

(I'll mention it to Jamie Oliver)

Evelyn doubts that Cassie knows the difference between the microwave and washing machine:

"I hope you haven't put the smalls on defrost"

(or the spagbol on delicate cycle)

 

***

Well, Adam admirers, so ends another week. Sorry to see the celtic hearthrob in Weatherfield General Hospital but I guess he's the architect of his own downfall. Now it falls to Damon to solve the Harvey problem by pulling off a robbery for his step brother. I doubt that will end well. Thanks for spending some time here at the Hip and have a great week!

Coronation Street Catch Up: the Tommy Flaming Orpington edition

 your one stop update on what happened last week on Canada's Coronation Street...

Well, the proverbial cat is out of the bag as Steve finally learns that Tracy is not just playing away, but playing away with Weatherfield County football legend, Tommy Orpington.

O, perfidious florist! O, fallible footballer!

Steve has been happily oblivious to Tracy's multiple legovers with Tommy O. until Tim spies the twosome doing the horizontal light fantastic in the Barlow bedroom - at least that's what he thinks. But then Sally lets Tim know that it wasn't Steve under the sheets but that dastardly decorator, Tommy.

Tim tells his best buddy the bad news and Steve is shocked (especially as he was planning for a renewal of vows with his beloved wife) and confronts Tracy. Tracy uses a series of clothing metaphors (cardigan, blouse etc.) to illustrate that she is bored with Steve. Steve later storms out of the Barlow house but is invited back by a sympathetic Ken who thinks that it is Tracy who should be booted out of the house (and Amy agrees).

Meanwhile, over at Sally's house, Tim would like to see the back of Tommy but Sally wants the humping handyman to finish her bathroom and other painting jobs around the house.

Although Dylan has admitted his complicity in the bullying of Liam, he fails to name Mason as the main offender. Sean is relieved that Dylan has finally admitted his role in the treatment of Liam but he is disappointed when Dylan refuses to implicate Mason.  

Daisy succeeds in bringing back Newton and Ridley beer to the Rovers but her victory is short-lived when she reads the latest installment of Chit Chat featuring Bethany's lurid story about her, Ryan and Daniel. Also, seems that Carla is becoming somewhat curious about where exactly Jenny and Daisy got the money to buy the Rovers.

Harvey's appeal is going well thanks to the continued efforts of Adam but the news of Harvey's appeal is not welcome news for Nick, Leanne and Sam. Not only that, but Harvey continues to pressure Damon into undertaking some criminal activities.

Lauren is missing and Bobby is very concerned so he contacts the police (well.. Craig).

Seems Joel really is too good to be true. Dee Dee discovers that Joel is married, has a child and cheated on his wife (on the plus side, at least he isn't a serial killer). Dee Dee tells Joel to sling his hook but then she gets a surprise visit from Joel's wife telling her that Joel's a good man. Hmm...

And finally, it's Rita's birthday. Happy Birthday Reet!

And now for a few lines from the week that was:

Tracy confesses to Ken and Amy:

"I've been having a bit of a thing with Tommy Orpington"

(I see. Well, thanks for letting us know)

Sally to Tim re: Tracy's impact on Tommy O's work:

"I'm not having his fancy piece ming me eggshell finish"

(by all means carry on painting)

Tim wants Sally to get rid of Tommy O. but Sally objects:

"Not till he's finished my cornices"

(are we still talking about painting?)

Joel confesses the truth to Dee Dee about the mystery woman:

"She's my wife"

(thanks for clearing that up!)

Steve tells Sally about his torturous cab shift (hint: Sally thinks it's 'afternoon delight'):

"I've been at it for five hours"

(wow, what stamina!)

Sally reveals the true identify of Tracy's bedroom partner:

"It was Tommy Flaming Orpington"

(I didn't know his middle name was 'Flaming')

 

Sally to Tim re: the sexual antics of Maureen on the council:

"She was the third leg of a thruple"

(not as good as being the first or second leg I imagine)

 

Sally to Tim:

"I bet Steve doesn't know that you made me pretend to be a naughty weather girl"

(cloudy with a chance of sex?)

Tracy to Tommy:

"Now is not the time to be dense"

(when's a good time?)

Tim spills the beans on Tommy O's legover:

"Him and Tracy have been practicing their dribbling in the penalty area"

(and one supposes that someone scored?)

 

Steve to Tracy re: her tryst with Tommy::

"Was it a one off?"

(More like a three or four off)

Steve to Tracy:

"You love me like a blouse?"

(I guess you're the top!)

Tracy again:

"You're a cardigan Steve and I need a wardrobe change"

(could be worse, he could be a sweater vest)

Steve to his fallen idol Tommy O.:

"I had you on a tea towel"

(must have been uncomfortable)

 

 ***

 

Well, Corrie compadres, so ends another week. Can't help feeling sorry for Steve after he was callously cast aside by Tracy.  Not to mention poor Amy who has to deal with the fallout of her parents' marriage break up. Thanks so much for stopping by. Lovely to have your company here. Do have a great week.

Coronation Street Catch Up: the roses are thorny edition

 your one stop update on what happened last week on Canada's Coronation Street...

 

"Violets are blue, roses are thorny

Be my valentine, 'cause I is horny"

- Steve McDonald, self-proclaimed sexy Shakespeare

Looks like Steve's Valentine's Day..er.. 'poem' to Tracy hasn't stoked the flames of desire, nor has his luncheon treat at the Bistro. Seems that Tracy only has eyes for Weatherfield former star footballer turned painter, Tommy O. Tommy, on the other hand, is now resisting Tracy's amorous advances, and thinks Trace should pay attention to her marriage.

Over at Gary and Maria's, there is grave concern about Liam after they discover that their son has been Googling methods of suicide. This alarming turn of events follows the never-ending bullying of Liam at the hands of junior thug Mason and accomplice, Dylan. Maria takes Liam to see the doctor who recommends mental health counseling and advises Maria to keep an eye on her son.

 

Dylan's Dad, Sean, finally learns the truth about his son when he demands to see Dylan's phone. Dylan's repulsive (and homophobic) texts horrify Sean who intends to take Dylan to the school head to tell the truth about the bullying. However Mason warns Dylan to stay quiet.

Leanne proposes to Nick who awkwardly accepts but has reservations about the marriage after Simon crashed Leanne's car (with Sam inside) and Leanne lied about the accident. The Platts are even less enthused about the nuptials when they learn that Leanne wants a destination wedding.

Alya gets a bit over-interested in Joel after discovering some 'damning' evidence (i.e. expensive cuff links and riding in a car with a woman). What should one do in a case like this? Probably not examine security video footage at the Bistro to find the mystery woman. Seems a bit extreme. After all, the name of the show is Coronation Street not CSI Weatherfield. Anyway, seems that Joel is hiding something from Dee Dee.

Lauren is on Ovidz (you know, that sketchy website that Ryan exposed himself on) and Max, Sabrina and Bobby are concerned. Lauren also has money problems and, after she goes through Bethany's purse (left behind in the caf), Roy fires her which seems a bit hasty for Roy.

And now for some lines from the week that was:

Steve tells Amy that he's proud of his verse:

"I'm like a sexy Shakespeare"

(more like a rude Neruda) 

Steve asks Amy to give Tracy a reminder:

"Tommy's going to be dropping his kit off later"

(and when will he be leaving his painting gear?)

 

Leanne to Nick:

"Will you marry me?"

(can he get back to you?)

 

Alya to Dee Dee re: men:

"They are a strange species"

(just ask Jane Goodall)

Leanne to Toyah re: nuptial plans:

"I want it to be small"

(and what about the wedding?)

Leanne to Toyah and Gail:

"What about a destination wedding?"

(you mean like the Red Rec or the Flying Horse?)

Gail to Leanne, Toyah and Nick:

"My skin goes very lobster in temps over 22 and 1/2 degrees"

(the proverbial red menace)

Gail again:

"I get prickly heat everywhere"

(no further questions)

Gail to Nick re: Leanne:

"I have never been a massive fan"

(tell us what you really think)

Tracy to Tommy O.:

"My little bit on the side"

(on the side of what?)

***

Well, fellow cobble colleagues, so ends another week. Thanks so much for stopping by and have a great week.

Coronation Street Catch Up: the edible photo of my face on top of a rhubarb pie edition

 your one stop update on what happened last week on Canada's Coronation Street...

For a man of the cloth, Rev. Billy sure has a mean right hook.

The angry archdeacon displayed his boxing skills in the Bistro when one of Paul's old pals disrespected Paul and made light of his illness.  This ruined Billy's Valentine Day surprise (a serenade from a barbershop quartet) and Billbo lost his cool and assaulted the rude lout. 

This was the culmination of a rather stressful day for Billy who is suffering from severe back pain as he tries to take care of Paul. The fallout? Billy gets charged with assault and is taken to the police station but fortunately Dee Dee manages to liberate the Reverend.

On top of that, Billy has secretly advised Summer not to accept an offer from a U.S. university to study abroad (due to Paul's illness).  When Paul learns that Billy has been hiding the truth about Summer's opportunity and Billy's hardship, he is not pleased. Billy now fears that Paul may want to break up with him.

Poor Liam is back at school and being, once again, mercilessly bullied by uber-thug Mason and his shameful sidekick Dylan. Only George seems to be slowly getting wise to what's really going on. In the meantime, Liam isn't revealing any of his misery to Gary and Maria.

After crashing Leanne's car, Simon has hit rock bottom. He turns himself in at the police station and leaves Nick and Leanne's apartment. He is subsequently found sleeping rough by Leanne and confesses to her that he has a drinking problem. 

 

Bobby is shocked to learn the truth about his father, Rob Donovan. It falls to Carla to tell Bobby the truth about his Dad and how Rob killed Tina McIntyre. Bobby is shocked by the revelation. The news seems to bring Bobby closer to Lauren (both having deadbeat Dads) and he helps Lauren acquire the books she needs to prepare for her English exam.

 

After a rollicking from Daniel, Bethany tries to make amends with Daisy but fails to tell her about the salacious article that she wrote for a gossip rag about the affair between Daisy and Ryan. Bethany tries to stop the article from appearing but is too late. What will be the fallout from the published article?

 

And now for a few lines from the week that was:

Mary to Daisy:

"Another lonely Valentine's evening watching 'Bridget Jones Diary'"

(could be worse; could be 'Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason')

Billy to Paul:

"My back is agony"

(time for Voltaren?)

Paul to Billy:

"You've been killing yourself to keep me alive"

(Alanis Morissette would say that's ironic)

Dee Dee to Alya re: Joel:

"It's so right, it's bound to go wrong"

(that's usually the Coronation Street way)

Bernie to the feuding Daisy and Bethany:

"Take it easy. Give peace a chance"

(that's "all we are saying")

 

Glenda recounts her worst Valentine's Day gift:

"An edible photo of my face on top of a rhubarb pie"

(I just lost my appetite)

 

Glenda to Daisy re: the uncrowded Rovers:

"It's quieter in here than a date with Marcel Marceau"

(good one!) 

 

Bobby to Evelyn:

"Who says oldsters can't be funny?"

(why, you young whipper-snapper!) 

 

Billy asks the barbershop quartet if they are the barbershop quartet he ordered:

"Affirmative! Affirmative! Affirmative! Affirmative!"

('Yes' would have sufficed) 

 ***

Well, fellow Weatherfield watchers, so ends another week. I hope poor Liam gets some support or finds a way out of his bullying hell at the hands of Mason and false friend, Dylan. Maybe George can help? 

Speaking of help, Billy could sure use Moses' help right now as he struggles to care for Paul. Let's hope things get better soon. Thanks for the pleasure of your company and have a great week!

Coronation Street Catch Up: the 'just a couple of screws' edition

 your one stop update on what happened last week on Canada's Coronation Street...

Well, I think we can say that Tommy Orpington's 'body of work' speaks for itself and that Tracy was 'stimulated' by his efforts in the bedroom. But what of poor Steve? Away for a mini-break in France while Tracy and Tommy engage in "le grand legover". Mon Dieu!

Steve returns, none the wiser, and tries to be a better, more affectionate husband (sorry Stevie, Tommy beat you to it). Now Steve is wondering why Tracy is not succumbing to his noble efforts while Tommy takes on the herculean task of making over Sally's bedroom as super-fan Tim enjoys the proximity to his idol.

Adam is getting himself deeper into trouble after making a deal with Harvey in order to exact revenge on Harvey's step brother, Damon. Damon, as we know, is shacking up with Sarah (excellent picker of men) and Adam is determined to get rid of his nemesis. To do this, Adam must get a hapless cancer victim (Harvey's associate) to insist that it was he (and not Harvey) who shot Natasha. This con job is designed to get Harvey's early release from jail. 

Vixen-in-training, Bethany, tricks Lauren into dishing the dirt on Ryan and Daisy with a view to writing a piece of trash for a trashy online publication called 'Chit Chat'. There's no chance that she will win a Pulitzer for this gem of investigative journalism. Daniel, of course, is clueless about what Bethany is up to.

Nice guy Joel seems to have some skeletons in his closet as a mystery woman shows up suddenly to harangue Joel and causes him to insist that he'll "get it sorted". Dee Dee remains blissfully unaware of Joel's past as she becomes ever more smitten by her boyfriend.

Simon goes from bad to worse as he continues to wallow in self pity and alcoholic beverages. Leanne is worried that he may be taking after his Dad.

And now for a whole bunch of lines from the week that was:

Steve to Tim:

"Do you think I'm sexy?"

(can he get back to you?)

 

Toyah to Mary re: Tommy Orpington:

"He can paper my walls any day"

(we're talking about redecorating, right?)

Jenny reprimands Daisy for her stroppy attitude:

"Folk don't like being served by passive aggressive barmaids"

(if they did, they'd go to the Dog and Gun)

Toyah to Tracy:

"Men are such a let down"

(Sing it, sister!)

Tracy to Tommy O re: his conversation with Toyah:

"I saw you chatting up the local drip"

(jealous?)

 

Tommy O to Tracy:

"I fancy the pants off you"

(literally)

Daisy stops Kirk and pals from their vocal support of Weatherfield County:

"No singing or shouting or chanting" 

(just eating and drinking)

Sally to Tommy:

"We've been thinking about freshening up things in the bedroom"

(what about the re-decorating?)

Gail to Sarah re: Damon:

"...and he's so awful"

(don't sugarcoat it, tell us how you really feel)

Steve to Ken re: Tracy:

"I want to give her an afternoon she'll never forget"

(Tommy already took care of that)

Glenda shares her bad experience with Ed:

"I was dreaming about nipple tassels for months"

(Poor Ed, hasn't he suffered enough?)

 

Steve plays some French music for Ken:

"No one can resist a bit of Elaine Pief"

(...except perhaps Edith Piaf)

Amy to Steve after getting her a gift of a tp cover:

"I'll think of you every time I go to the toilet"

(how touching!)

 

Tommy tells Steve that his DIY handiwork was easy:

"It was just a couple of screws"

(and the cupboard was easy to fix too!)

Steve again:

"And you did a good job upstairs as well, didn't he?"

(He certainly seems to have a satisfied customer)

Steve to Tommy re: his method:

"So what's your technique then? Start from the top and work your way down?"

(Yes, but first make sure the surfaces are smooth)

Steve once again:

"I like to give it a good go; nothing better than getting a guy in that knows what he's doing though"

(Does that go for painting as well?)

***

Well, double entendre devotees, so ends another week as Tracy and Tommy get down to business (a few times) while Steve is away. When Steve returns the double entendres are flying fast and furious. But what happens now? Are Tracy and Steve destined to go their separate ways? Will this be Steve's eighth divorce?  Time will tell. Thanks so much for dropping by and have a great week!