2/19/2006

YAY!! Celebration!


Happy 6-Month Anniversary to Gus and Harley! I can't believe they got married six whole months ago! Where has the time gone?

I know it's not a happy time for them right now, but if they weren't apart like this, they'd be together and their marriage would still be going strong. We and Harley can still have some kind of celebration...like maybe a lovely toast to her and Gus or just Gus.

My toast: here's to Gus getting back to Harley really soon! I can't wait to see them together again!

So, Happy Anniversary, GusH!!! I'd love to see them happily married on their 1-year anniversary. Wouldn't that be such a romantic occasion? *sigh*

2/18/2006

A Valentine's to Remember

How wonderful that GusH was acknowledged on Valentine's Day! They've had good memories on Valentine's. And this year was the best I could ever ask for with them being apart the way they are.

Harley spent time at her house while remembering her husband. It's great to see that her under-construction house with Gus still exists. I was very happy and plesently surprised to see Gus with Harley through the whole show, even if it was only in her mind. And there were candles everywhere, music, a fire, flowers...all very romantic.

But it was also quite sad... Harley finally shead some tears as she had it out with Imaginary Gus. It was easy to see how much she loves and misses him. She spilled her heart out to Imaginary Gus, which was the saddest thing of all. It was something us fans have been needing to see, but it broke our hearts. It's depressing to see my Harley sad. It was sweet to see Imaginary Gus comfort her the best way he could - simply by talking to her and being close to her.

Everything else was just fun and so GusH. They laughed together, Gus "helped" her build a fire, they danced... It was so romantic, and it felt normal and comforting to see them together even though it wasn't real. It seemed like closure for Harley. All she really needed was to be with Gus one last time; she kind of got that even though it was only in her mind. All she wants is to have one more moment with Gus, so it was sad when he finally left her. She's still all alone, and she's realized that she won't get that last moment with him.

It was a loving celebration but just so sad. All the scenes were so great; it was a lovely Valentine's for Harley. The best parts were GusH being together, in some form or another, and the real Gus calling out his wife's name, knowing it's Valentine's. The saddest part was, obviously, GusH being apart on Valentine's Day - the day where we could see them romancing each other. But as sad as that is, what's even sadder is Harley thinking her Gus is dead and she'll never have another moment with him.

Oh, just wait till Harley finds out Gus is alive! It'll be the best, most emotional thing in the world when they are finally together again.

Sweet Moment


Yes, Harley was at the Spaulding party because of Gus, and yes, she was thinking of Gus the whole time. Yes, Mallet was there with Dinah, and yes he only asked Harley to dance because Dinah told him to. But they danced! And it was very sweet! So, it wasn't a romantic dance nor were they dancing very close. But they danced!

I've never seen them dance, so of course I'm kinda freaking out. They didn't dance for long, but it was still so sweet. Both of them were dressed up, looking very fine. They held onto each other, and their hands came together. They kept smiling and made small talk. It was nice. They seem to be good friends, but on the inside they both know they could be more.

Harley said he doesn't dance, but he danced just fine. She probably brought out the good dancing in him. And they both agreed she could use a crutch, but deep down what they might need is each other. They could realize that one of these days. Mallet practically confessed his love for her (again) when she commented on how he's always been there for her. Mallet: "Well, that's what we do for the people we love." It may have come out wrong, but I'm that's how he feels. Aww!

Like I said, Gus was on Harley's mind, not Mallet. So, naturally the dance didn't last long. It was a short but sweet moment. I think they felt the chemistry between them with that dance and throughout their entire time at the party. I mean, how about when Harley showed up in her pretty, slinky, pink dress? Mallet had the hugest smile on his face, and I'm sure part it was due to how sexy she looked.

Simple, seemingly meaningless time between Harlet, but their feelings were there. They kept the love and infatuation buried, but it was there. Any Harlet fan could see it.

2/15/2006

A Rose


So, Harley attended the Spaulding Valentine’s Party. What a way to be there for your employees and show you can handle your job after losing the love of your life! She did day it’s all for Gus. Thinking of Gus at a stupid Spaulding party… sigh… And she looked so pretty in her very feminine, very Valentine’s, pink dress! But I’m not writing to discuss the party or her job…

Harley said goodbye to Gus in the simplest yet sweetest way – with a single red rose. It was the most lovely, beautiful moment at a party celebrating love’s holiday. She snuck away to be alone and think of Gus. It was the best gesture of love we could have asked for. I loved how she softly pressed the rose against her lips as if kissing Gus one last time. What made it so magical was the music; it provided a shimmery, luminous sound as she flung the rose away. And then she was sad, looking so alone and longing for Gus to be right by her side.

Saying goodbye to her true love was heartbreaking indeed; how could it not be? She was more in love with Gus than anyone else. He fulfilled her life in more ways than one. And now she thinks he’s gone…the fun, the love, the romance, and the happiness is gone from her life just like that. How very sweet but very tear-jerking to see Harley say farewell one last time when all she wants is him back or at least just one more moment with him. She misses him terribly; how can she move on from the beautiful love she had with Gus?

Oh, I await the day Gus comes back to Harley and her life is filled with joy and love again! It can’t come soon enough.

2/13/2006

Lovey-Dovey

Fresh new GusH avatars!! Aren't they so cool and creative?!



Love's Survival

Now I don't mean to be pessimistic or to choose one couple over the other, BUT...

Do Gus and Harley have a chance? Is there hope for them once he discovers her little fling with Mallet? Will they make it through this next obstacle?

Anything can happen...

What I'd love to see is Harley being completely honest with her husband. She doesn't have to tell him right away once he's back, but she'd have to eventually. It'd probably be best once he's better and out of the hospital. If he'd hear her out and try to understand the circumstances, I'm sure they would make it through. Gus might need a little time to digest everything and make sense of it all, but he'd come around. He would forgive his wife and maybe blame Mallet. GusH would be okay; they'd move forward and be happy again.

Here's the what will most likely happen: Harley will keep it a secret for as long as she can. She'll keep saying to Mallet, "Don't tell Gus. You can't tell Gus." And at some point someone will overhear them talking about that night they spent together. Gus could be the one that's overhears, which sounds disastrous. He'd probably get the wrong impression and have a blow-out fight with Harley. He'd fight with Mallet too; I can picture him punching Mallet for taking advantage of his girl. Gus simply wouldn't understand how they thought he was dead and she needed comforting. Harley did something unthinkable; how could Gus live with that? GusH would definitely be apart for a while; it could even lead to divorce.

Despite the two different scenarios, GusH could make it. They've been through so much already. Who says they can't get through this? Who says they can't move past her sleeping with Mallet? Gus and Harley truly belong together. It'll be rough, it'll be full of angst, it's a long road ahead... But Gus and Harley can get through this obstacle and come out tougher on the other side. Their love is the strongest I've ever seen. It's a powerful thing, and it can survive this.

GusH love lives forever!!!

2/12/2006

A Chance?

A mystery. A mystery among many. Only the powers that be could have the answer.

What is the future of Harlet? Does anyone really know? Do they have one at all?

Harley will always be in love with Gus. She has moved on with her life. And Gus will come back to her. He'll never let her go. Mallet is with Dinah; they really like each other. Their relationship could turn into something serious and special. BUT, Harley and Mallet still have feelings for one another; there is still love between them. They were once married and thought they'd always be together. It's not easy to get over a love like that.

So...Harlet together again? Is it possible?

Well, anything's possible. But it could take a while for Harlet to be a couple again, and I mean a WHILE. Sure, they could have a fling somewhere between GusH being apart and being together. But a real relationship where they're trying to make it as a couple and Gus and Dinah are not an major factor... Who knows?

I believe somewhere down the road they'll be together. There is a future for them. When they're still in love, how could there not be? Their relationship won't be the same, though. They've both changed since they ended their marriage, which was about nine or ten years ago. They've grown up and moved on to greater things & other people (at least Harley has). It is said that change is good. So maybe Harlet's prospective new relationship will be something great. They could be a success again.

No one knows what lies in their path or what obstacles are coming their way. They could be together again, but we'll just have to wait and see. For those that want them together, patience is obviously key. Good luck, fellow Harleteers!

2/11/2006

Happy Valentine's!!

GusH and Harlet Valentines I made today. Enjoy!! Maybe I'll make some more. :)



2/10/2006

Wonderfulness!

It's the best thing in the world! Should've happened last year, but better now than never. It's wonderful; it's well deserved; it's about time!

Beth Ehlers is nominated for the Lead Actress Emmy!!! Lets all jump for joy and do a happy dance, lol!
And she is the first actress to hit all three categorical levels: younger, supporting and now lead. So cool! Congrats to her!

I believe last year should have been her year, but she wasn't nominated. She was robbed! She had some awesome work last year but was totally overlooked. But she's finally nominated for lead, and she deserves it. She was phenomenal during Harley's trial and its fallout - prison and going on the run. Her best work was during that damn trial, and hopefully she'll win for it.

Ricky Paull Goldin isn't nominated, but if Beth wins, I'd like for her to share it with him. They're a team; they bring out the best in each other. Where would she be work-wise without him?

I'd like to believe Beth has a great chance of winning, but I'm not sure. The other nominees are Kim Zimmer, Susan Flannery, Bobbie Eakes, and Kelly Monaco. Bobbie and Kelly have never been nominated before, so their chance can't be too good. Kim and Susan have won numerous times; they're damn divas. And Beth has been nominated four times but still hasn't won. All five are wonderful actresses, and anything can happen. Any one of them could win. But no one deserves it more than Beth.

It is a honor for Beth just to be nominated. So if she doesn't win, I'll think of that. Being nominated gets her some recognition. Being nominated shows that's she's great and worthy of a win. Being nominated gets some recognition for Guiding Light. It's all good even if she doesn't win.

But if Beth does win...I'll probably cry with joy and burst with excitement. There should be a huge applause and enough time for her to give a great acceptance speech. I'd love to see her hold up her Emmy proud and remember to thank Ricky. It would be a momentous occasion, and I'm sure she'd party hard after the ceremony. I'll be partying too, kind of. Win or no win, I'll toast to her.

Good luck, Beth Ehlers!!! I and many other fans are rooting for you! Here's to a fabulous Emmy night - April 28th on ABC!!

2/09/2006

Gus AND Mallet??

What if Harley could have BOTH men? Yes, it's impossible....her kids would be confused, both guys would be jealous, she could get pregnant, and there's too many serious emotions involved, but what if it actually could happen?

First of all...Harley and Gus could not be married. It just wouldn't be right. Her being with her husband one second and then going off with her lover the next? It'd be considered adulterous, which sounds like it would be too complicated.

Next...don't think of Dinah, her kids, her family, or anybody's true feelings with this. Just think of it as something fun!

Harley's sex life would be off the charts, for one thing. She’d be a very satisfied woman, getting the best of both guys, LOL!

I picture her seeing Mallet one minute and then Gus the next (or vice versa). She'd be dating and sleeping with both guys. I think she'd still live in the Spaulding Mansion since she's currently CEO of SE. I picture the living situations being the same...…Harley and Gus living together and Mallet residing at The Beacon. I'm thinking of Gus and Mallet being fine with Harley seeing them at the same time. I'm not thinking threesome; that's not right for any of them. Just imagine Harley having a good time with Gus and then leaving to go have a good time with Mallet. There could be romance; there could be hot kinky sex. Whatever Harley likes to do with Gus, and whatever she likes to do with Mallet.

Harley gets to be with BOTH guys; how fun (or weird) can that be? Lets see...…

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Harley and Gus get into Gus's car after having a romantic dinner at Towers.

H: You're the best, Gus.
She leans across to kiss his cheek.

G: Why?

H: For taking me out to dinner and ordering champagne and sharing your dessert with me.

G: Anything for my girl.
They both smile.

H: Where are you taking me now?

G: Mm...where do you think?
He arches his eyebrows at her with a naughty twinkle in his eyes.

Harley smiles seductively.
H: Gus...sounds like dinner was just a way to get me into bed.

G: Oh, you think so? Well, perhaps I was only showing you a good time and proving what a gentleman I am.

H: Yeah right.

They head back to the Spaulding Mansion and make their way up to their bedroom. After closing the door, Gus picks her up and carried her to the bed. He sits down with her in his lap, holding her firmly. She wraps her arms around his neck and smiles.

H: I love being with you. You're so romantic. And fun.
She kisses his cheek and lips softly.

G: Harley, I feel the same way. You ready for some more fun, babe?
He leans in and kisses her neck hungrily.

H: Mmm! Always!

They fall back on the bed and end up making sweet monkey love. During the afterglow, after catching their breath, Harley lies in Gus's arms.

H: You're so amazing, sweetie. And this proves it: You were so trying to get me into bed. That was your goal.

G: Harley... I'm not admitting to anything. Just...maybe. But you were very willing to go to bed.
They both laugh sexily.

H: I have every reason to be willing.
She stretches, sighs, and snuggles up to Gus.
H: What time is it?

Gus glances at the bedside clock.
G: Not very late. Don't tell me you have to leave already.

H: I think I do. I promised Mallet I'd see him tonight.

G: When you saw him earlier today?

H: Yeah. I should really head over there before I start falling asleep.

She gives Gus a quick kiss, and he watches as she gets out of bed and dresses. When ready to leave, she kisses Gus goodbye.

H: I'll come back, you know.

G: Wake me up when you get back, ok? And have fun with Mallet, but not too much.

Harley smiles and kisses him again. She heads to the door and turns back.
H: Love you.

G: Love you, too, Coop.

After arriving at Mallet's Beacon suite...

H: Hey, you!
She greets him with a passionate kiss.

M: Hey to you too. I was wondering when you'd show up. I've been waiting.

H: Sorry. I told you Gus and I had a date tonight, and then we spent time together at home.

M: How was your date?

H: Very nice. Very romantic.
She gives him a full kiss and sits on the bed.

He sits down next to her.
M: I missed you, Harley.

Harley smiles sweetly and kisses him again.
H: I had fun with Gus, but I did kinda miss you.

M: Kinda?

Harley smiles.
H: Yeah...kinda.

M: Well we're together now. And we're still on for our date tomorrow night?

H: Yes! I can't wait!

M: Will you spend the night?

H: I don't know, Mallet. Maybe.

M: I know you hate leaving Gus alone at night, but I'm alone too.

H: I know. I'm doing my best. If only I could be at two places at once, right?

Mallet grins.
M: Don't worry about it. It's been working out okay.

Harley grins back and leans on his shoulder.
H: So, I'm here. What do you want to do?

M: Ha, ha! What do you think I want to do?

H: Mmm! I think I know. And I have a suggestion...how about a hot shower together?

Mallet kisses her fiercely, and their clothes come off in a frenzy as they make their way into the bathroom. The shower of course leads to steamier things, and afterwards, they lie on the bed in robes wrapped in each other's arms.

H: Mallet...I love showering with you. You're so good.

Mallet smiles, and they lie together peacefully for a while.

M (softly): Can you stay the night?

H: That'd be nice, but I told Gus I was coming back.

M: I wish we could be together longer tonight.

H: I know. Tomorrow, okay? Definitely tomorrow!

Mallet nuzzles her neck.
M: I can't wait.

A little while later Harley prepares to leave.

M: Wish you could stay.

H: Mallet... I'll see you tomorrow, ok?
She kisses him; he tries to deepen, but she pulls away, smiling.

M: Think about me. Sleep tight with Gus. I know he'll keep you safe and warm.

H: You're so sweet.
She heads to the door and turns.

M: Love you, Cooper.

H: Love you, too.

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Weird, eh? If there weren't emotions involved, it could totally happen. Harley does love both men, but this is the real world...she can only be with one guy (thanks to our monogamous society).

What do you think, though? Pretty interesting her having both guys, huh? Aynthing's possible in our imaginative minds. :)

2/07/2006

Sexy GusH Creations

Here are some GusH pictures....very sweet indeed!





Harlet Love

I created my first Harlet avatar using a pic from yesteryear. I was too young to enjoy the old Mallet and Harley, but I know I would have loved them. (And I recenly downloaded clips of some good ole times.)

Non-Emotional

Lets talk about emotions. Not yours. Not mine.

Harley's! Or lack thereof.

Where is Harley's emotions during this whole Gus-is-missing, Gus-is-dead story? Yes, we've seen her worried about him and how she'll tell her kids the news, but that's about it. There are only two episodes I remember where Harley showed how sad, lonely, and upset she's been without Gus. One of those was her first days without him when he was only missing. The other time was when she got the evidence "proving" Gus dead. And that's it! How could she not have been distraught every day alone, wondering where he is and if he's coming back? I understand Harley wanting to keep her emotions in check for her kids and not wanting to seem weak, but come on!! Gus is her husband, her true love! How can she not be depressed? How come she hasn't broken down yet?

When Harley finally believed that Gus is gone, she grieved by getting drunk. Yeah, getting drunk, almost hooking up with some guy, totally NOT sobbing (not so much as one tear), and seeking comfort in Mallet's arms. And now she has accepted that Gus is dead, is trying to move on, and is so not grieving anymore. What the hell? This is Gus she lost, right? Gus - husband, soulmate, the man she has loved for the past FOUR years! Gus - the man who has been loyal and devoted ONLY to her! He's never even looked at another woman, he'd do anything for her, and he literally cannot live without her. Harley claims to love him as much as he loves her (and I'm sure she does), but where's the grieving? Where's the emotion?

I'm sure it's ultimately the writers fault for Harley's lack of emotion and that Beth Ehlers is doing her very best with everything she's given.

Bad Timing

Let me start off by saying how the timing of Harlet getting together SUCKS!!

I mean, Harley does believes her husband is dead, but she JUST found out. Let her grieve before she hits the sack with her ex-husband! Sure, Gus has been missing for a month, and now they have evidence that "proves" he's dead, but she needs to be comforted by her family, NOT her ex-husband who still has feelings for her (and vice versa). I know, I know....Harley's track record for being majorly hurt involves her turning to alcohol and sex for comfort, but couldn't it have been different this time?

The Coopers usually band together when one of their own is hurt, but where were they this time? They weren't there for Harley as much as they should have been when Harley started believing her husband was gone. Instead she was forced to grieve by doing shots at Outskirts Bar, where she was so drunk that she almost left with a stranger who she thought was Gus. Then Mallet swooped right in and saved her. It's a relief that someone showed up, but what was Mallet doing there in the first place? We'll never know, but why did he take Harley to his hotel room rather than home to her family? Alcohol and sexy ex-husband = NO GOOD!

So, a shower miraculously sobered Harley up, and she was talking to Mallet all about Gus and how she thinks he's dead and has to move on. Saying how she still loves Gus and getting some comforting hugs from Mallet leads her to have sex with him. What the hell was she thinking? She knew it was Mallet, she was "sober"...but she was missing Gus and needing the love & safeness she felt from him. So Harley turned to Mallet, a man she still has feelings for. This could have huge consequences, especially since they think Gus is gone! They could end up back together, but wait! That can't happen because Harley is still married! Gus is alive and being held captive, and he'll somehow make his way back to her. Her and Mallet can't be together...oh if only they knew...

Mallet was once the love of Harley's life, and I'm sure a piece of Harley has never stopped loving him. They were great together; they had a huge love story. I believe they'd be together if Gus wasn't in the picture. But he still is...in two ways. We know he's still alive, and he'll reunite with Harley eventually. Harley believes he's dead, but she's still very much in love with him....she's not ready to move on yet. Now's not the time for Harley to be with Mallet. Her life with Gus still exists, and I await the day she founds out he's still alive.

As much as I really enjoy Mallet and Harley, it's just bad timing with Gus still very much in the picture. I loved the Harlet comfort sex (as I call it), but it should have been put off until a time when it's just them....all about them and their relationship.

Welcome All!

Welcome to my GL blog everyone! As you can see, this is all about Harley Cooper and her relationships with Gus and Mallet. I like her with pretty much everybody, but these two guys are her most important relationships, at least where her love life is concerned.

I've been a GusH fan for the past four years. They're the best for many reasons, but mainly...he's her match! They were meant to be together.

I just became a Harlet fan last week. Can you believe that? I've hated Mallet since he returned to town, but last week I told myself to try to like him with Harley (long story for another post). And it worked! They pretty good together.

Now I like both pairs, and I'm here to express my views on them. And you'll also see some pictures, avatars, and other creative things. You'll also here about some of their best scenes and their history, with my commentary of course.

So hear me out and enjoy! Don't be afraid to share your own comments, whether you agree or disagree with me or even if you don't like the characters. Just don't bash the show or the actors please. :)

~ Kate
Keeper of Harley's love life