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Karmic justice dealt out to Tarquin (via his pawn - Oliver) by the town keeper of the records was just a beautiful touch. The comedy of errors keeps growing and it feels like we are heading towards a big beautiful train wreck.

I just wanted to drop a comment to let you know your characters banter humor brought me a much needed laugh this morning. So thanks for the uplift - it's a gift What I didn't realize when I wandered into your comment zone - was that a writers workshop was in progress. Reading your thoughts and others comments were like having a desert after enjoying a really satisfying meal Just as a side thought - you are right in backing off from your beating your head against the wall frustration with the new character. I have seen (and experienced ) a similar thing when attempting to solve complex confusing calculus problems. I found out you can't force your way to the answer and when too much time is spent going in circles - the best thing is to just stop and relax. Oddly enough - once some quiet space is created - more oftern than not - the right answer will effortlessly show up - its some kind of cosmic irony - I think Hey - I just realized Orel is sort of having the same type of trying too hard block as you are. Hope it works out for both of you

I really love this story. Every chapter adds a new layer of conflict and confusion (and tension) but also with every chapter we keep getting a much deeper and clearer view of who Robbie truly is - a really good hearted soul. I think his so called flaws are just mistakes or wrong turns he makes while he learns about himself and the people he loves ( and dislikes - not sure has been hating anyone yet) His lightness of being makes up for all the heavimess he encounters So thanks Dodger for sharing Robbie with the rest of us. Also - I really am enjoying the confusion you are creating with Rory's mixed signalling. I think Rory is confused or unsure about his own desires and attitudes regarding his attraction to his good "friend" Robbie. It is very tough to defy social norms and expectations even though Rory obviously has no problem with Robbie being gay. However it seems like he is having a problem giving himself permission to even admit his attraction - thus the resulting approach avoidance which will drive anyone nuts. Poor Robbie

That was actually a really powerful chapter. The self controlled good kid who has developed a good character with a strong devotion to his family and an even stronger sense of honesty gets unceremoniously ambushed and confronted. For the first time in his life - he sees the truth and can't continue with the lies and hate. Ironic that the church ladies of the world don't seem to place much value on the truth and honesty they claim is so important. He doesn't explode in rage at being lied to and controlled his whole life as well as cut off from his dead parents legacy in such a cruel harsh way. Powerful !!! Seems like I will have to keep following this story Thanks for a great beginning

Hey Dodger - yet another great chapter. I have been feeling a bit down these past weeks but catching up on the trials and tribulations of Robbie has truly lifted my spirits and made me laugh. Your story telling/writing skills are as good and even better than many published authors. And your comic wit is brilliant. So thanks for the uplift today and for your years of effort with this story. I will definitely be sad to see it end. No matter how immature and goofy Robbie is at times - I also feel all his good heartedness as he grows up. Flawed in some ways maybe but his honesty shines like the sun. After all our hero has had to go thru and overcome - I feel like he needs to find a solid real loving boyfriend - like he truly deserves. My bets are on Rory coming thru in the end

This was a great chapter. Totally captured the spirit of Robbie. A kind hearted mischievous soul who who bounces back with humor and a deep understanding of the people in his world. When you combine this with his refusal to abandon his beliefs that life should be fun (despite what the rest of the world may be telling him) - how can you not be rooting for him. I have followed this story for years and am always waiting for the next installment. There are some really great stories here, but for me - this may be number 1.