AUGUST 3, 1981 (EP. #4338)
Cecile told Sandy that Jamie has been kidnapped. Rachel worried to Alice that Jamie will be killed once the kidnappers get the ransom money. Mac refused to let Lenny keep him from checking on Jamie. Sandy planned to see Dr. Feldman about getting released from the psychiatric hospital. Rachel didn’t let Alice call the police. Lenny was upset to find the ransom money in new bills and large denominations. Dr. Feldman and a male nurse had to restrain a hysterical Sandy. Rachel told Larry that Sandy is visiting his half-sister and that Jamie is in a psychiatric hospital. Mac tried to buy off Hannah and Lenny. Dr. Feldman suggested to Cecile that Jamie remain at the psychiatric hospital for an extended stay. Blaine tried to keep Melissa calm while they waited to hear from Larry. After talking to Ilsa, who wants Sandy kept alive, Lenny agreed to bargain with Mac. Dr. Doris Wagner refused Cecile’s request to have Jamie released. Melissa and Blaine discussed their doomed relationships with Sandy and Jerry. Mac convinced Hannah and Lenny to wait until morning for the additional $100,000. Cecile sneaked past the nurses’ station at the psychiatric hospital. Rachel asked Alice to leave her alone for a while. Cecile disguised herself as a nurse to get closer to Sandy. Melissa asked Larry to find Sandy. Mitch agreed to stay with Rachel at the Cory estate. Hannah overheard Jamie tell Mac not to return to the Cory cabin once he’s been freed. Cecile tried to wake up Sandy so he could escape.
AUGUST 4, 1981 (EP. #4339)
Cecile managed to wake up Sandy and get him dressed. Larry told Melissa and Jason that Ilsa has been arrested. Jamie was warning Mac not to return to the Cory cabin when Lenny demanded that Mac make a phone call. Sandy planned to escape alone and meet Cecile in the car later. Larry and Jason couldn’t assure Melissa that Sandy was out of danger now that Ilsa has been arrested. Rachel worried to Mitch about not hearing back from Mac. Rachel refused to let Ada blame herself for Jamie’s kidnapping. Sandy asked Melissa to tell Larry that he’s fine and not to call the police. Lenny untied Mac so he could make a phone call while Hannah agreed to get Jamie something to eat. Ada tried to comfort Rachel, who felt guilty over her mistreatment of Mac and Jamie. A nurse noticed that Sandy signed himself out of the psychiatric hospital and made a phone call. Jason worried to Melissa about Ilsa implicating him for Tracy’s death. Russ told Rick about Jamie escaping from the psychiatric hospital. Mac asked Mr. Warren for an additional $100,000. Sandy refused to let Cecile accompany him to the Cory cabin. Rick told Marianne he blames himself for Jamie's escape from the hospital. Mitch agreed to let Rachel remain at the Cory estate by herself. Sandy reached Jamie and untied him. Larry suspected that Melissa wasn’t telling him the whole story when she updated Larry on Sandy’s whereabouts. Cecile waited impatiently in the car for Sandy. Lenny ordered Mac to return with the money and not to call the police. Lenny caught Sandy and Jamie trying to escape.
AUGUST 5, 1981 (EP. #4340)
Blaine was suspicious when Melissa didn’t seem happy about hearing from Sandy. Larry was surprised to hear from Liz that Mac wasn’t at the Complex. Sandy revealed himself to Lenny. Melissa told Blaine that Jamie has been kidnapped and that Sandy doesn’t want the police involved. Larry decided to check on things when Liz said that Mac and Cecile are at the Cory estate. Hannah suggested Mac identify Sandy, who had nothing to verify his identity. Kit became upset over Marianne’s concern for Jamie. Liz and Sally bickered because of overwork. Cecile remembered telling Sandy how important he’s become to her and Jamie while waiting in the car. Joey told Kit that Marianne is only concerned for Jamie as a friend. Russ was surprised when Alice wouldn’t let him call the police about Jamie. Lenny demanded that Mac identify Sandy. Kit told Joey she loves him. Alice told Russ that Jamie has been kidnapped. Mac refused to identify Sandy to Hannah and Lenny, who waited to hear from Ilsa. Joey and Rick decided to search for Jamie. Leigh was surprised when Sally told him she hoped to get a permanent position at Cory Publishing. Cecile tried to call the Cory cabin. Alice offered to keep Rachel company. Hannah and Lenny attempted to contact Ilsa while Sandy assured Jamie they will be free soon. Rachel hoped for Jamie’s well-being. Hannah found Cecile and brought her to the Cory cabin.
AUGUST 6, 1981 (EP. #4341)
Cecile unknowingly identified Sandy to Hannah and Lenny. Rick told Russ he plans to do something about it if Jamie doesn’t return by tomorrow. Larry was too distracted to hear Clarice’s ideas for their new apartment. Russ couldn’t discourage Rick from wanting to search for Jamie. Clarice suggested Larry talk to Jamie after Larry voiced his suspicions. Mac tried to bargain with Lenny for Jamie’s life. Sandy told Hannah and Lenny that Ilsa has been arrested. Philip was interested when Leigh mentioned that Mac, Cecile, Jamie, and Sandy aren’t at the Cory Complex. Blaine promised Melissa that she would not involve Larry in Jamie’s kidnapping. Cecile checked on Jamie while Hannah and Lenny agreed to bargain with Mac. Larry resolved to figure out what’s going on after talking with Jerry, who mentioned that Jamie borrowed his answering machine. After being freed by Lenny, Mac vowed that Jamie, Sandy, and Cecile would not be hurt. Melissa tried to assure Jerry that Sandy is fine. Rick was too concerned over Jamie to answer Philip’s questions about the Jordan Scott murder. Alice told Rachel about her conversation with Russ. Melissa got agitated when Philip interrogated her about Sandy’s whereabouts. Jamie had a coughing spell. Larry was surprised when Dr. Feldman described Sandy. Blaine encouraged Melissa to level with Larry about Jamie and Sandy. Rachel and Alice argued about Jamie. Alice gave Rachel a mild sedative. Hannah talked cryptically about Jamie and Cecile being together for the last time if Mac doesn’t return to the Cory cabin.
Note: Melissa reveals Donna as the name of Sandy’s half-sister.
AUGUST 7, 1981 (EP. #4342)
Mac told Mitch there is no guarantee that Jamie will be freed once Hannah and Lenny get the additional $100,000. Rachel dreamt that Mac and Jamie had been killed. Sandy suggested Lenny take a look at an ailing Jamie. Mac updated Mitch on the hostage situation with Jamie, Cecile, and Sandy. Mac refused Mitch's suggestion to go to the police, but asked Mitch to support Rachel. Alice admitted to Rachel that she has feelings for Mac. Hannah tried to make Jamie more comfortable. Marianne told Rick and Joey that Jamie liked to get away sometimes at the Cory cabin. Melissa told Larry the truth about Sandy and Jamie switching identities. Mac updated Rachel on Sandy, Jamie, and Cecile. Rachel tried to stop Mac from leaving town with a gun. Marianne told Joey that she and Rick have to find a new place to live since Pat is returning from Europe in a few weeks. Rick and Joey decided to search for Jamie at the Cory cabin. Cecile agreed to fix Lenny something to eat in exchange for checking on Jamie. Larry told Rachel that he plans to rescue Sandy, Jamie, and Cecile. Mac asked Mr. Warren not to contact the police after getting the additional $100,000. Larry contacted Mr. Warren looking for Mac. Jamie collapsed from a high fever. Ada asked Mitch to be with Rachel. Larry allowed Philip to accompany him and the police to the Cory cabin. Cecile put a cold compress onto Jamie’s forehead and tried to untie him when Mac arrived. Rick and Joey got lost looking for the cabin. Mitch agreed to be patient with Rachel. Ada said a prayer. Mac was shot by Lenny, who was shot by Jamie.
AUGUST 10, 1981 (EP. #4343)
Mitch agreed to be patient with Rachel. Rachel told Mitch and Alice that she thinks Mac and Jamie are going to be all right. Larry told Joey, Rick, and Philip to lay low while he called for backup after hearing a gun shot. Mac was shot by Lenny, who was shot by Jamie. Philip told Joey and Rick about Jamie‘s kidnapping. Lenny woke up and attacked Jamie, then held Sandy and Cecile at gun point. Kit accused Marianne of letting Jamie intrude in her and Rick’s lives. Alice was relieved to hear from Rachel that Larry and the police are now involved in the hostage situation. Louise brought Amanda to the Cory estate to see Rachel. Larry told Philip to stay out of the way. Lenny had Hannah tie up Cecile, Sandy, and Jamie. Larry told Lenny and Hannah that the cabin is surrounded. Sandy convinced Lenny to send a doctor to the cabin. Philip had Leigh run an editorial for the morning paper about the hostage situation and to call Clarice about Larry being involved. Louise asked Alice to leave the Cory estate. Larry agreed to send Rick into the cabin. Kit, Marianne, and Alice were surprised to hear that Mac and Jamie are being held hostage. Sheriff Billings and Larry clashed over how to handle the situation. Lenny forced Rick to treat his injury. Sandy tried to convince Lenny to let Rick see Mac. Ada decided to leave work early to be with Rachel. Leigh called Clarice as Philip requested. Lenny refused to let Rick treat Mac or Jamie and gave Rick a list of demands to give to Larry. Mac began to wake. Rick told Larry, Joey, and Philip that Mac has been shot. Lenny asked Cecile how much it’s worth to her to have a doctor see Mac.
AUGUST 11, 1981 (EP. #4344)
Louise tried to comfort Rachel after they heard that Mac had been shot. Rick convinced Larry to let him re-enter the cabin. Lenny forced himself onto Cecile, who wanted to check on Mac. Mac began to wake. Ada told Rachel that Larry and the police have to move slowly in dealing with the kidnappers. Alice told Kit and Marianne about Jamie and Sandy switching identities and that Russ knew that Jamie escaped from the hospital. Hannah convinced Lenny to let a doctor come back to the cabin. Rick refused when Sheriff Billings wanted him to carry a gun to give to Sandy. Mitch decided to come over to the Cory estate after he didn’t have any additional information for Rachel. Ada and Louise tried to keep Rachel from driving up to Twin Forks. Lenny allowed Rick to treat Mac. Rick found Mac’s gun and slipped it into his medical bag. Hannah made Cecile get her something to drink. Sandy and Jamie blamed themselves for Mac’s condition. Rick slipped Mac’s gun to Jamie after treating him. Lenny gave Rick three hours to return with additional medical supplies. Philip and Joey wondered what would happen if Mac died. Kit and Marianne worried about Joey and Rick. Sandy comforted Cecile, who feared that Mac is dying. Rick updated Larry, Joey, and Philip on Mac’s condition. Jamie gave Mac’s gun to Sandy. Rachel planned to go the cabin after talking to Mitch. Rick told Larry that he gave Mac’s gun to Jamie. Lenny forced Cecile to rub his neck and shoulders. Sandy pulled a gun on Lenny and Hannah.
AUGUST 12, 1981 (EP. #4345)
Sheriff Billings told Larry he’s bringing his men into the cabin at daybreak. Lenny hit Sandy with his gun and strangled Cecile. Hannah accompanied Rick to treat Mac. Lenny refused Jamie’s request to let Mac go to the hospital. Jason declared his love for Melissa, who worried about Sandy. Louise overheard Mitch tell Ada he’s tired of dealing with Rachel’s feelings for Mac. Rachel left the room after watching the news. Lenny allowed Sandy to give Mac blood. Mr. Black made a phone call after hearing about the hostage situation. Rachel tried to reassure Mitch of her love for him. Ada and Mitch couldn’t stop Rachel from driving to the Cory cabin. Sandy apologized to Mac for his past and revealed his fantasy childhood. Mitch didn’t want to talk about it when Jason warned him against Rachel. Lenny forced Rick to tie up Sandy, then ordered him out. Mitch remembered making love to Rachel outside. Jamie convinced Hannah to check on Mac. Sandy warned Lenny that the police aren’t going to let him and Hannah out alive. Philip and the other reporters questioned Sheriff Billings on his plans. Denny received a call from Curtis Eldon requesting that he investigate the hostage situation. Lenny told Hannah he plans to take Jamie, Sandy, and Cecile with them during their escape. Sheriff Billings told Larry that he’s bringing his men into the cabin in fifteen minutes. Philip couldn’t convince Rachel to go home. Rachel tried to stop the police from entering the cabin. Lenny and Hannah planned to have Cecile deliver a note to the police.
Note: Sandy reveals that his sister Donna married when he was eight years old and that his mother cleaned offices in Los Angeles for a living.
AUGUST 13, 1981 (EP. #4346)
Lenny and Hannah decided to let Cecile go, but warned her to have the police meet their demands or Jamie, Sandy, and Mac will be killed. Lenny refused to let Sandy see Mac. Clarice assured Ada that everyone involved in the hostage situation will be home soon. Rachel suggested the Cory plane be used to meet the demands of the kidnappers. Rachel fumed when Cecile showed more concern for Mac and Sandy than Jamie. Quinn told Denny that Curtis wishes to make a Blackhawk plane available to the police. Philip comforted Cecile, who gave a statement to the reporters. Denny asked Quinn about the Blackhawk plane and was surprised when Quinn knew about his appointment with Jerry. Larry told Rachel that the Cory plane isn’t going to make it in time. Denny asked Jerry to tell Larry that the Blackhawk plane is available to the police. Rachel accused Cecile of being dramatic for the press and vowed to expose her. After receiving a call from Jerry, Larry told Lenny and Hannah that all of their demands have been met. Alice admitted to Russ that Mac has come to mean a great deal to her. Rachel became upset when the reporters questioned her about Mac’s condition. Jerry agreed when Clarice suggested he see a doctor about the bad headaches he’s been having. Jamie asked Sandy to look after Mac and Cecile for him. Larry punched Sheriff Billings, who wanted to bring his men into the cabin. Sandy nearly revealed his father-son relationship with Mac to Jamie. Lenny and Hannah accompanied Sandy and Jamie at gunpoint out of the cabin.
AUGUST 14, 1981 (EP. #4347)
Rick and Joey planned to retrieve Mac while Larry and the police waited for the kidnappers to leave the cabin. Lenny and Hannah accompanied Sandy and Jamie out of the cabin, but took Sheriff Billing’s car instead of the marked one provided by the police. Rick asked Joey to go home and allowed Rachel to ride in the ambulance, where Mac was moved. Philip asked Leigh to get some background on the Blackhawk Project. Louise predicted to Alice that Mac and Rachel will reconcile once the hostage situation is over. Cecile blabbed to Mac that Sandy and Jamie are still in danger. Sheriff Billings informed Larry that he has men stationed at the air field ready to shoot the kidnappers upon their arrival. Lenny complimented Sandy’s intuition when Sandy suspected he and Jamie would be killed once they arrive at the airfield. Leigh told Clarice that Larry was a hero in handling the hostage situation. Leigh was surprised when Denny admitted to knowing very little about the Blackhawk Project. Lenny forced Sandy to find the car keys he threw out the window. Rachel agreed when Rick suggested transferring Mac to Bay City General Hospital. Larry called Captain Petroni asking for advice on how to handle Sheriff Billings. Lenny interrupted Jamie daring Hannah to shoot him. Joey updated Kit and Marianne on Mac’s condition and mentioned that Jamie is still being held captive. Russ called Alice after Rick told him that Mac is being transferred to Bay City. Lenny and Hannah were relieved when the plane arrived at the airfield. Captain Petroni ordered Sheriff Billings to call off his men. Lenny and Hannah forced Sandy and Jamie to walk towards the air field. Rick tried to revive Mac, who went into cardiac arrest. Lenny, Hannah, Sandy, and Jamie fell when gun shots were fired.
AUGUST 17, 1981 (EP. #4348)
Sandy checked on Jamie, who was briefly knocked unconscious by the fall. Rick was able to revive Mac, who went into cardiac arrest. Marianne tried to reassure Alice that Mac will get the treatment he needs. Russ told Alice and Marianne that Mac went into cardiac arrest while in the ambulance. Sandy told Jamie he shoved him out of the way when the gunshots were fired. Sheriff Billings and Larry realized that Lenny was dead and Hannah severely wounded. Jamie asked Philip about Mac’s condition. Rick, Marianne, and Alice tended to Mac while Russ asked Rachel to wait outside. Clarice, Denny, Leigh, and Sally were relieved to hear that Larry is fine and the hostage situation is over. Philip and Cecile told Jamie that Mac has been transferred to Bay City General Hospital. Russ told Rachel that time is required so that Mac is strong enough for surgery. Jason tried to comfort Melissa, who worried that Sandy had been killed. Sheriff Billings complimented Larry’s work in handling the hostage situation. Captain Petroni ordered Larry to go home to Clarice. Alice agreed to find out about Jamie’s whereabouts for Rachel. Mitch refused when Jason suggested he call the police station to get in contact with Rachel. Rachel admitted to Ada that she loves both Mac and Mitch. Marianne took Jamie to see a doctor. Denny received a call from Curtis, who complimented Denny’s work on getting the Blackhawk plane to North fork. Rachel was far from impressed when Cecile mentioned that Sandy saved Jamie’s life. Sandy offered to talk to Jamie for Cecile, who feared she’s lost Jamie. Sandy noticed Marianne and Jamie embracing. Mitch agreed to come to the hospital to be with Rachel. Cecile seemed jealous when Melissa hugged Sandy. Larry and Clarice had a happy reunion. Jamie told Rachel that it was Cecile who figured out that he and Sandy had switched identities. Cecile refused to let Sandy blame himself for Mac and Jamie’s conditions. Russ told Rachel, Jamie, and Mitch that Mac may die from surgery.
AUGUST 18, 1981 (EP. #4349)
Sandy and Cecile assured Jamie that Mac is getting the care he needs. Russ requested to speak with Rachel and Jamie. Larry told Clarice he’d feel better about the end of the hostage situation if Mac doesn’t die. Ada suggested Mitch return to the hospital to be with Rachel. Clarice thought it a good idea when Larry wanted to help Jerry get back on his feet. Russ told Rachel and Jamie that Mac isn’t improving and is asking for his son. Mitch declared his love after Rachel defended her reasons for being concerned about Mac’s condition. Larry asked Captain Petroni if Jerry could rejoin the police force. While Linda worked in the other room, Jamie reminisced about how Mac helped him get over his fear of drowning. Larry urged Jerry to rejoin the police force as his partner. Jamie thanked Mitch for supporting Rachel, who went to see Mac. Jamie agreed to let Sandy take Cecile to the Cory estate. Rachel promised to take care of Amanda for Mac in case he dies. Clarice offered to talk to Jerry, who Larry thinks is destroying himself. Marianne gave Jamie a room to sleep in. Clarice urged Blaine to talk to Jerry. Curtis Eldon asked Denny to investigate the dock project to determine the extent of Mac’s holdings and to redecorate the penthouse for Mr. Black’s arrival. Sandy updated Louise on Mac and Jamie’s conditions. Cecile and Sandy kissed after Cecile filled Sandy‘s ear with doubts about Jamie‘s love for her. Philip tried to question Denny about the Blackhawk Project, but was cut off by Quinn. Jamie told Marianne that Mac took a bullet meant for him. Russ suggested that Rachel see Mac, whose condition is deteriorating. Rick told Jamie and Marianne that Mac slipped into unconsciousness.
AUGUST 19, 1981 (EP. #4350)
Rick told Sandy that Marianne managed to get Jamie to fall asleep and that Mac‘s health is deteriorating. Jamie asked Sandy about Mac’s condition. Mac called for Rachel, who stood by his bedside. Rachel agreed when Mac requested that Amanda visit him at the hospital. Sandy asked Jamie what he wants to do with his life once Mac recovers. Jamie told Sandy he plans to give his marriage to Cecile another chance. Alice convinced Rachel to leave Mac alone to rest. Mac asked Alice to summon Brian to discuss a personal matter. Brian and Pat discussed Jamie’s kidnapping and Mac’s condition. Pat and Brian kissed after admitting they missed each other. Blaine worried about Jerry to Larry, who encouraged her to move on with her own life. Alice asked Pat to keep business matters away from Mac. Mac requested that Brian change his will to provide Rachel with the Cory mansion to raise Amanda and his personal estate be divided between Jamie, Amanda, and Sandy. Philip was puzzled when Leigh had very little background information on the Blackhawk Project for him. Linda told Russ about a strange phone call she received from someone asking about Jamie’s condition. Russ reluctantly allowed Rachel to bring Amanda to the hospital. Blaine suggested Brian talk to Jerry. Blaine told Brian she’s thinking of selling the house she shared with Jordan. Rachel brought Amanda to see Mac. Brian comforted Jerry. Linda brought Russ into the hospital room when Alice noticed that Mac’s blood pressure dropped. Rachel and Jamie gave Russ their consent to perform surgery on Mac.
Note: Linda gives Jamie’s full name as James Steven Frame.
AUGUST 20, 1981 (EP. #4351)
Linda escorted an upset Rachel out of the hospital room while Alice and Russ waited for the cardiologist to arrive for Mac. Jamie didn’t grasp Sandy’s own concerns for Mac, who Jamie kept referring to as his father. Marianne told Jamie and Sandy that Mac has been moved to the operating room. Cecile told Sally she fears Jamie and doesn’t know what to do about it. Alice informed Mac that he’s going to be all right as he was being moved out of the hospital room for surgery. Rachel refused Mitch’s suggestion that they go somewhere and get something to eat. Joey noticed Marianne holding Jamie’s hand while she kept him company. An argument ensued when Leigh called Cecile a phony and demanded that Sally stay out of Jamie and Cecile’s problems. Rick was surprised by Joey’s suggestion that he make sure to take care of Marianne. Jamie didn’t appreciate Mitch’s concern for him and Rachel. Sandy brought Jamie some coffee and took him to the cafeteria. Mitch decided to leave Rachel alone at the hospital to go over to Ada’s house. Joey urged Leigh to work things out with Sally. Marianne told Pat that her marriage to Rick has been difficult since they lost the baby. Alice admitted to Rachel and Ada that Mac’s surgery is dangerous and difficult. Jamie fretted that he’ll never want to return to the Cory cabin again. Linda interrupted Sandy and Jamie’s talk about their childhood hideouts to tell Jamie that Russ would like to see him in the Emergency Room. Rick sarcastically suggested Marianne pretend he’s Jamie when Marianne didn’t want to make love. Ada reminded Rachel that she gave up all claims to him when Rachel griped that Alice is getting involved with Mac. Russ told Ada and Rachel that Mac is out of surgery. Rick left Marianne to sleep alone after they argued over his comment about Jamie. Russ told Rachel, Ada, Jamie, and Sandy that the next few hours will determine whether Mac lives or dies.
AUGUST 21, 1981 (EP. #4352)
Ada looked at Sandy with pity when Russ only wanted immediate family to visit Mac, who regained consciousness. Mitch told
Ada that he and Rachel need to leave Bay City in order to make their relationship work. Marianne admitted to keeping Jamie
company at the hospital and once having feelings for him, but maintained to Rick she loves him and never slept with Jamie.
Alice was day dreaming about dancing and kissing Mac, when Rachel arrived at the hospital room for a visit. While suffering
from a headache, Jerry told Larry that he has rejoined the police force as his partner. Rachel agreed when Mac wanted to
put Jamie in charge of Cory Publishing while he convalesces. Mac told Rachel that they both need to move on with their
lives. Sandy refused Ada’s suggestion that she talk to Russ about letting Sandy visit Mac. Sandy told Ada he blames himself for Mac’s
condition and decided to give up being Mac’s son. Mac asked Jamie to run Cory Publishing. Linda interrupted Jamie’s visit,
just as Mac was about to tell Jamie that Sandy is his brother. Marianne told Pat that there are times when she thinks she
loves both Rick and Jamie. Sandy decided not to accompany Jamie to the hospital cafeteria in order to meet Melissa. Leigh
and Sally made amends. Jamie asked Pat to work with Cecile as Managing Editor of Brava. Sandy told Melissa that he is
leaving Bay City. Rachel thanked Marianne for being helpful with Jamie and Mac. It was an awkward moment when Rick told
Jamie and Rachel that Mac wants to see them. Cecile vowed to take the position of Managing Editor of Brava from Pat. Sandy
confessed everything that has happened to him and admitted to having feelings for Cecile in Church. Jamie went to look for
Sandy per Mac’s request. Sandy hitched a ride out of Bay City.
AUGUST 24, 1981 (EP. #4353)
Rachel was nervous about Jamie’s reaction when Mac planned to tell Jamie that Sandy is his brother. Jamie called Louise looking for Sandy. Rick told Russ he doesn’t want to be second best for Marianne. Mitch told Jason that he and Rachel need to leave Bay City in order for their relationship to survive. Jamie assured Mac that he will bring Sandy back to the hospital once he's found him. Pat and Russ discussed Rick and Marianne’s marriage. Alice told Mac that he is as good a father to Jamie as Steve Frame would have been. Rick said hello to Linda,
then thought Marianne was avoiding talking to him when she understood he was too busy with work. Jamie visited with Amanda while wondering about Sandy’s whereabouts. Alice asked Marianne if she wants to be with Jamie or make her marriage to Rick work. Rachel asked Louise to pack some of Amanda’s things, since Mac has asked Rachel to take care of Amanda while he convalesces at the hospital. Jamie told Rachel that he wants to make his marriage to Cecile work. Jerry refused Clarice’s invitation to have dinner with her and Larry because of a headache. Ada suggested Rachel convince Mitch that she loves him. Jamie and Cecile argued over Jamie’s decision to appoint Pat as Managing Editor of Brava. Cecile refused to go home with Jamie. Marianne admitted her romantic interlude with Jamie the night before her wedding day and her feelings for Jamie to Rick. Jerry told Brian that he has rejoined the police force as Larry’s partner. Mitch and Rachel became intimate after Rachel agreed to leave Bay City. Louise put a blanket over a sleeping Jamie. Sandy rode a bus out of town.
AUGUST 25, 1981 (EP. #4354)
Pat advised Alice not to rush into a heavy relationship with Mac. Jamie and Cecile agreed to make their marriage work. Mitch
took pictures of the dock site, which is now the property of the Blackhawk Project. Jamie searched for Sandy. Kit learned that Taylor is in the hospital. Melissa told Jamie that Sandy has left town. Rick and Marianne reconciled. Jerry assumed police duties. Mitch considered a San Francisco job. Sally sided with Cecile against Pat
AUGUST 26, 1981 (EP. #4355)
Rachel asked Mitch to the park with Amanda and Matthew. Quinn assured Denny that Mr. Black isn’t involved in anything
illegal when Denny asked about the dossiers he compiled for him. Quinn gave Denny instructions on redecorating the penthouse for Mr. Black. Alice had to calm down Mac, who heard from Jamie that Sandy has left town. Kit couldn’t convince Rick that he could make Marianne love him. Quinn suggested Denny interview Frankie Cavallo for a contracting job on Mr. Black’s penthouse and heliport. Jamie informed Alice that he’ll help solve Rick and Marianne’s marital problems. Mac told Alice it’s possible that Jamie’s feelings for Marianne are the source of all of Jamie’s problems. Melissa accused Cecile of chasing Sandy and neglecting Jamie. Mitch took pictures during his time with Rachel, Matthew, and Amanda at the park. Jamie told Rick about his romantic interlude with Marianne, but assured Rick that they never slept together. Melissa told Jason that she’s concerned for Sandy and feels competitive with Cecile for Sandy’s affections. Denny hired Frankie. Mac discussed an editorial on drug rehabilitation with Philip. Jamie told Rachel that he is trying to make his marriage to Cecile work. Rachel told Jamie and Cecile that bringing Sandy back may not be a good idea in the long run. Mitch warned Rachel that Jamie may become angry once he finds out that Sandy is Mac’s son. Rachel was surprised by all the activity going on in Mitch’s photographs of the dock site. Rick and Marianne celebrated their three-month anniversary. Jamie and Cecile made love. Mitch dropped one of his rolls of film on the floor. Jamie told Cecile that he doesn’t understand why Mac keeps insisting on finding Sandy.
AUGUST 27, 1981 (EP. #4356)
Mac told Alice that, with the Complex functioning well without him, he needs a new challenge in his life. Cecile asked
Sally to drive her to the cabin. Jamie pressed Rachel about the comment she made regarding not having enough information to put his life back together. Jamie was angry when Rachel revealed that Sandy is Mac’s son. Mac told Alice he would like to open a drug rehabilitation clinic in Bay City. Ada told Rachel she wishes it had been Mac who told Jamie about Sandy and Mac’s true relationship. Cecile had Sally leave her alone so she could grab a file containing Sandy’s birth certificate. Curtis Eldon asked Denny to find out who was taking pictures of the dock site. Kit assured Marianne that she loves Joey and they have worked out their past relationship problems. Brian gave Liz a confidential file containing Mac’s amended will, which Cecile learned about. Cecile lied to Jamie about not knowing that Sandy is Mac’s son. Cecile asked Jamie if Mac’s will replaces Jamie as Mac’s heir apparent. Ada played with Nancy and Cory while Jerry told Larry about his first day back on the police force. Leigh told Clarice and Sally that he doesn’t want to be lectured by Denny. Dr. Doris Wagner suggested that Jamie talk to everyone that has hurt him. Jerry didn’t buy it when Blaine said she’s happy that he has rejoined the force. Rick and Leigh discussed why some people develop drug habits. Marianne warned Sally against Cecile. Denny told Curtis it was Mitch who took the photographs at the dock site. Cecile revealed to Liz that Jamie is seeing a therapist and asked her to give Jamie some files. Leigh told Larry and Jerry that he’s trying out for the Bay City Blues hockey team. Clarice suggested Blaine help Denny redecorate the penthouse for Mr. Black. Joey informed Kit that Russ appointed him to start paramedic training. Jamie found the chapter about Miriam Sanderson from Mac’s memoirs among the files Liz left for him and read it.
AUGUST 28, 1981 (EP. #4357)
Leigh tried to get Sally to have a good time at the barbecue. Denny apologized to Sally for lecturing Leigh about their engagement. Ada and Clarice greeted Mitch and Rachel, who arrived at the barbecue. Jamie decided to talk to Mac after reading the chapter about Miriam Sanderson among Mac’s memoirs. Mitch admitted to Denny that he took pictures of the dock site. Rick walked away while Rachel sang Marianne’s praises for helping Jamie. Marianne seemed jealous as Blaine thanked Rick for getting her acquitted for Jordan’s murder. Russ and Alice walked in as Jamie was accusing Mac of never trusting him and denouncing Mac as his father. Alice tried to assure Mac that he hasn’t lost Jamie. Russ laid into Jamie, who vowed to get his life in order without being Mac’s son. Ada didn’t think it made sense for Mitch to move to San Francisco while Rachel stays in Bay City with the children until the custody hearing. Leigh asked Sally to drive him to The Ledger for work. Jerry denied a problem when Larry suggested he see a doctor about the headaches he’s been having. Jamie refused when Cecile tried to convince him to find Sandy. Rachel told Mitch about telling Jamie that Sandy is Mac’s son. Mitch told Rachel to let Jamie work out his own problems. Blaine lamented to Clarice that Jerry wants nothing to do with her. Larry and Jerry received a police call. Mac agreed when Cecile suggested she look for Sandy. Joey asked Kit to think about marrying him while he’s away for paramedic training. Jamie didn’t want to let Cecile go to Santa Monica to find Sandy. Sally admitted to Leigh that she prefers the kind of parties Cecile and Jamie throw. Jerry was knocked out during a police stakeout. Cecile seduced Jamie to convince him to let her search for Sandy.
AUGUST 31, 1981 (EP. #4358)
A bus passenger asked Sandy if he’s returning to Santa Monica to start his life over. Larry went to call for back up after finding an unconscious Jerry. Jamie told Cecile he’s angry with Mac because Mac never told him that Sandy is his son. Cecile urged Jamie not to tell Mac about the “Miriam Sanderson” chapter among Mac’s memoirs. Rick examined Jerry, who was rushed to the hospital. Leigh asked Sally if he is part of her future plans for a demanding career and fancy place. Blaine agreed to drive a frantic Clarice to the hospital. Sally promised Leigh that wanting material possessions won’t get in the way of them having a successful relationship. Cecile took a picture of Sandy from the employee files and made it appear that Jamie stole Mac’s memoirs. Russ treated Jerry, who told Larry that rejoining the force may not have been a good idea. Cecile told Mac that Jamie may have found his memoirs. Cecile convinced Mac to let her find Sandy. Sandy called Melissa and asked for time before he reveals his whereabouts. Linda told Clarice and Blaine that Larry is in the examination room with Jerry, who suffered a minor concussion. Rick and Blaine discussed Jerry and looking for new places to live. Rachel interrupted Mitch’s search for a missing roll of film. Jerry refused when Russ wanted to keep Jerry in the hospital overnight for observation. Mitch and Rachel looked forward to moving to San Francisco. Jamie couldn’t convince Cecile to stay in Bay City instead of looking for Sandy. Jamie suggested that Cecile look for Sandy in Santa Monica. Jamie resolved to accept that he is not Mac’s son. Sandy thought of Cecile after looking at her picture in a Brava magazine.