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Hey Jaci! Welcome to the forum WOW! According to your location we're neighbours! Very beautiful picture indeed Take care and have an awesome day, Kevin

I've never seen, or even heard, of the show...isn't making me want to though

LOL, but isn't it possible that Cody isn't the only guy in the world for Eric? I'm just saying ...yeah maybe he just injects the grease directly into his veins. Hmm, I never thought their dad might be a criminal. I thought he was the business partner to the legitimate side of Jerry's dealings. Good point about the general's son! I'd forgotten that Though I was thinking he was probably there to try to mend fences. I find it unlikely that Jerry had anything to do with JT's homophobia...what would have been his point? Jerry himself didn't seem homophobic so unless he had a similar, specific reason for trying to sway JT I can't imagine his motivation. The only possible scenario I see is if that was just the general story Jerry told everyone (which I suppose it would have been!), so maybe that in and of itself also added to JT's homophobia, but I can't imagine Jerry's specific motivation to trying to homophobia-ize JT I guess we'll find out soon enough! Looking forward to chapter two! -Kevin

Oh my! I do the opposite! I hate to be any of my characters! Well I'd hate to be any of my main characters anyway.

I'm so sorry, Tim. I'll keep you guys in my thoughts and prayers. Let me know what happens and hang in there. -Kevin

An interesting topic! Actually, I personally think it might be better suited to the Writer's Corner since it's mostly directed to writers. But your call of course Anyway, I've definitely never written a character based on myself. Nor have I written a character based on anyone else. HOWEVER, the majority of the characters in BMAD have bits and pieces of them based on real people. For example Aaron has my two majors (only for me it was a double major, for him it's a major/minor). Cosmo has my drink of choice as his namesake (though I'm not as exclusive about drinking Cosmos as he is). Bits my personality are infused in different ways into Aaron, Mick, Ben, Cosmo, and Ronnie. Bits of Ronnie and Cosmo are also very loosely based on bits of other people I know. So for that story, it's sort of like a lot of myself and a lot of the people I know have been shoved in, tossed in a blender if you will, and the characters pulled out with various aspects. However, the majority of their traits are completely original. All of the plot is completely original. Really, that story's as close as I get to this as well. None of my characters in Indefensible, If No One Notices, or Giving Up are based on real life people to any extent.

I can see the new one now Nifty!

I agree, Graeme! Those sorts of things do go a long way toward steering society into a more accepting atmosphere!

Wonderful indeed, Sacha! I'm celebrating only have two more days left of my crazy, annoying class!

Trust that you won't. Trust him. Trust yourself. It's good to be cognizant of possible problems, and you definitely need to be careful, but I'm a firm believe in self-fulfilling prophecies. What believe is what you'll put out there. Have faith in yourself, him, and the relationship (the platonic relationship that is). I personally think you'll be fine

I don't know much about CRVboy. Tonight was the first time I'd ever visited the forum...I too was unaware that it even existed As such I guess I don't have too much to say about it. On a side note, major props for your safe sex message, Nick!!!

Awesome chapter, CJ!!!!! I already get the impression that I'm going to enjoy this story immensely! That was the first thing I was going to comment on too! :nuke: Hopefully the banana was a side and not a topping. Sounds Polish to me. I suspect the general is going to be very instrumental in getting JT and the boys to confront each other! Another note, anyone notice the increased ambiguity of Eric's sexuality? He's pretty comfortable with the idea of male strippers, and I noticed how he said having females strippers at Brandon and Chase's wedding would be like having male strippers at yours (not 'yours or mine"). In the same breath he did say, "I like the ladies as much as you do...", but he didn't say anything about liking the guys Anyway, as I said, great chapter, CJ!!! Can't wait for the next! Kevin

I just wanted to wish Tracey a very happy, special, and all around awesome 20th birthday!! May your day be happy and your year truly incredible -Kevin

Congrats Mike!! I'm celebrating the completion of my serial Buy Me A Drink. It's been awesome releasing it and discussing it with everyone. I hope folks enjoyed reading it as much as I enjoyed writing it

So glad it made you happy We all think you're terrific!!

Next time the hairdresser asks, seem to puzzle over the question, then scrunch up your face, bob your shoulders side to side a bit, draw in a noisy breath through your teeth, and say "nooooo" slowly, being certain to draw out the 'o'. It'll get your point across, but make you seem pleasantly unforceful if that's what you're going for Blah, I did drama once upon a time

Uhhh...are you sure? Looks like the same one to me (and certainly no tangoing)

My gosh, Maria! You really need to read this book I'm reading about homosexuality, feminism, and gender equality. You basically just summed up the primary premise! (...well in that case I guess you don't need to read the book ) In any case, I agree with every word. Thanks for the support. I think that's a great assessment too! Nah....most of them already think I'm a little bi anyway Hmm, that's an interesting theory, and it probably has a lot of merit. It's different from my own though. I tend to think that the pressures of living such an extreme lie (being so publicly anti-gay while having those feelings) build up and build up and they see that at their only out-let. Which is ridiculous because if they could accept themselves and face up to the truth they could live a much more respectable, positive, healthier life. Me too. Totally agreed! Well said!

Let me add to the chorus of people proclaiming the merit of Tim's advice! Not too much I can add I'm afraid. Except my support and well-wishes Good advice, Jordan Just a friendly reminder to all though, please watch the language Good luck, Dude!! -Kevin

I like this one the best. It's quite adorable I agree with Frosty and Eric, keep the long hair What about the ocean?

LOL, thanks for the vote of confidence guys! So yeah, this is a situation I've found myself in from both sides on many occasions. First I was in love with my best friend, then I only wanted him as a friend, then he kept acting weird and dropping hints that he wanted more...and now I think we're both just happy with the close friendship. Another friend of mine has pretty much always wanted me and only been vaguely discrete about it. A third friend I've pretty much always wanted...and only been vaguely discrete about. With this one I can certainly identify with your feelings because one evening I suddenly realized that I was helping him pick out his clothes and get ready and even ironed his shirt for him...so that some other guy could get him out of those clothes later. Eh, I think I'm mostly over him anyway. Apart from that there have been countless fleeting crushes on both sides with quite a few other friends. Anyway, nothing new for me. I think it's inevitable when all your friends are openly gay. We cuddle sometimes too, and occasionally I do the hello/goodbye kiss thing with some of them, but for the most part we aren't nearly as sexual as it sounds like you and Nathan are. On these matters, my opinion generally tends to fall in line with what you and Nathan have decided. Basically that "boyfriends come and go, but friends are more important and enduring." Personally, I don't regret never having hooked up with/dated/etc any of my friends. In fact I've always been as careful as possible to avoid 'friendcest'. Nevertheless, because you've already gone further with Nathan than I have with my friends, and based on what you're saying, I have to say that my advice counters my general attitude on the subject (not to mention the general way I've always handled the situation). I have to say that I think you should go for it! You're attracted to each other. You love each other. You have romantic feelings for him, and it sounds to me like he does - or at least could - have romantic feelings for you...that's pretty much a relationship, dude. I kinda have a good feeling about this based on what you've said as well. Besides, yes you run the risk of losing an awesome friend that you love very much, but I think it's worth it if you could have an awesome boyfriend you love very much. That best friend of mine that I've never managed to sync my romantic feelings with at the same time as him...well if I could I would. It's scary as hell because I'd hate to lose him...but if I only were in love with him - and if he were still in love with me - I really can't imagine it not working out for us. ...But I'm not in love with him, and I think he's over me. Anyway, apart from all that, you know there's still a chance that you could be friends with him again even if you did give it a shot and it didn't work out. Lots of couples have stayed friends. It isn't always easy - okay it's never easy - and I would still encourage a period of distance after the break up, but ultimately if you both made the effort you could probably have your friendship back. My advice, next time this bad news ex hurts him again and you're consoling him, kiss him. Just as you've done before, only this time let it get out of hand. Use some tongue, put your hands on his face or run them through his hair, whatever, just let it happen next time. When you break the kiss confess your feelings. Tell him how much he means to you and how much you want him (be open and emotional about it). Tell him how scared you are of ruining the friendship but how great you think a relationship could be and how much you want to try. Decide together what to do. But tell him your feelings openly and honestly, and listen to his. Good luck, man! -Kevin

I just wanted to wish Greenmann a very happy and special birthday! I always really enjoy your comments and insights on the various threads in which you post. I look forward to interacting with you more in the future. Have a terrific day! -Kevin

Have an awesome birthday, dude!

Happy Birthday, Michelle!! I hope you have a truly fantastic one!

Yay for Coley's birthday! Have a great one!