Peter Reckell (Bo Brady).
Peter 'Bo'Reckell on being green
KERMIT THE Frog once sang, "It's not easy being green."
Peter Reckell, who plays Bo Brady on Days of Our Lives, disagrees: at least as far as 'green' refers to being environmentally aware and not to Kermit's complexion.
Reckell and his wife, singer/composer Kelly Moneymaker, are among the growing number of people who believe we need to stop abusing the planet and begin to respect and protect the environment before it's too late to save the Earth and ourselves.
"We're going to reach a point of no return," Reckell says. "And when we do, we won't be able to undo the damage and avoid the consequences of our behaviour."
But, with apologies to Kermit, many people say it really isn't easy being green if you have to live without the "blessings" of modern technology. However, Reckell says no one is asking anyone to go back to cooking his or her food with hot stones or dipping his or her clothes into a river and beating them clean with a rock.
"Not only will people find it easy to be green," Reckell says, "they'll also find they're saving money and becoming healthier at the same time."
Reckell, for example, rides his bicycle nine miles to work, and nine miles back. "It's a great way to stay in shape, and also stay out of traffic jams," he says. "The only exception is for bad weather. And then I take the bus."
Moneymaker and Reckell have been converting their home into a 'green' house. They've installed solar panels, which, he points out, "supply us with free energy from the sun." The couple doesn't use expensive chemical cleaners. "There are a lot of things you can use that don't involve products that harm the environment or put the health of your family and your pets at risk."
Reckell says nature is already warning us that we're dangerously close to the point of no return. "Scientists tell us global warming may be the reason we're seeing so many high-category hurricanes. The climate is changing around the world. And we can't afford to ignore what's happening."
As for what's happening with Bo Brady these days, Reckell says: "He's experiencing the challenge of becoming a father to a daughter (Chelsea) who has only recently come into his life. She's all grown up and has a mind of her own. She and Bo are still getting to know each other. And she's already learned that it's pretty easy to manipulate him, because he wants to please her."
Reckell get any advice from viewers on how Bo should act with Chelsea?
"Oh, sure. They say he has to be firmer with her; he has to assert the fact that he's the father and she's the daughter. But," Reckell chuckles, "while he knows that she knows he's the father, he also wants to be her dad."
All My Children:
Following his and Zach's confrontation with Garret, Tad knew the truth about Di and struggled emotionally before deciding on a course of action. To get the letter, Garret threatened to have Di tortured, but Julia held him at gunpoint before Tad and Zach arrived. Di gave the letter to Del, who burned it, hoping Di would be able to keep hiding her identity. Greg warned Kendall and Greenlee to get Erica under control and dropped a veiled threat to Kendall. Josh became intrigued when he happened to eavesdrop on Greg. Greenlee thought she saw Jonathan at the Canadian hospital but left after not finding him. J.R. regretted his recent behaviour and reached out to Jamie.
Coming: Shocking events take place at Ryan's memorial service.
As the World Turns:
Carly and Jack followed Gwen and Will to New York and a struggle with Gwen ensued. In the confusion, Carly pushed Gwen, who fell down the stairs, triggering Carly's flashback of Iris holding her newborn baby, as Carly finally realised that the baby was not a boy. Hal found out that Paul had been paying Gwen's legal bills and pressed Emily as to why he was so interested in Gwen and the baby. Meanwhile, Meg learned the truth about the baby's mother from the DNA test and headed to Florida, only to encounter Paul on the plane. When Mike was injured at his construction job, Maddie told Henry she thought B.J. was out to kill Mike.
Coming: Lily isn't pleased by Keith's decision to stick around.
Bold and Beautiful:
Hearing Stephanie insist that Nick and Brooke admitted still having feelings for each other, Bridget demanded the truth from her mother. Brooke explained that she had fought her feelings to protect Bridget, but a furious Bridget stormed off. After telling Nick that she felt like an obligation to him, Bridget removed her wedding ring and walked out. Taylor informed Hector that they could only be friends and pushed him away when he tried to kiss her. However, at marriage counseling, Taylor admitted that she had kissed Hector, news that stunned Ridge. Jackie urged Nick to pursue Brooke.
Coming: Ridge and Taylor's admissions lead to a decision.
Days of our Lives:
Jennifer finally learned the truth that Jack was dying news that threw her into emotional distress. Nicole made a huge play to win over Austin, who accepted her challenge for a game of pool, with a hint that a more intimate encounter could
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Coming: Mimi and Shawn continue to grow closer.
General Hospital:
Emily learned that Courtney was pregnant and was prepared to tell Nikolas, prompting Courtney's decision to be honest with him. Jason saved Sam from Manny Ruiz, who had come to Hawaii to kill him. Wanting to spare innocent lives, Sonny made himself a target for Javier, who made his move, as Reese refused to leave Sonny's side. After Luke refused to pay Tracy's ransom, Alcazar said he would, in exchange for one night with Skye. Much to Luke's dismay, Skye accepted Alcazar's offer. Jesse told Maxie a tragic story about his brother and sister. Diego confided to Brook Lynn that he was avenging Sage's death.
Coming: More threats to Sonny, Reese, Sam and Jason.
Guiding Light:
Mallet rescued Dinah from the
blazing farmhouse and suspected that Edmund had set the fire. A
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Coming: Hope's future rests with the DNA test outcome.
One Life to Live:
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Coming: New evidence has Todd considering flight.
Passions:
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Coming: News confirming Luis' death hits everyone hard.
Young and Restless:
Tom blackmailed Gloria into putting up his bail after he was arrested for drug possession. Lauren began to feel the effects of the poisoned necklace as she arranged a rooftop dinner for Michael, unaware that Kevin had organised a surprise bachelor party for his brother at the loft. Experienc-ing hallucinations, Lauren thought she saw Sheila on the roof. Jill calmed a hysterical Brittany by explaining that she had a funny feeling about the 'agents' who came to take Joshua, and switched a doll for the baby. Later, Brittany and Joshua received a visit from a carefully-guarded Bobby, who asked J.T. to watch over his family for him. Victoria confronted Brad as to why he hadn't divorced Ashley.
Coming: Neil is tempted by a job offer.
