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Bobby Goldsboro's Honey. It's an oldie. Thank God for Google. Lol, I should have read your post first! I haven't heard the new Cole Swindell song yet. I'm still on Hope You Get Lonely Tonight. lol Oh, and I'm so excited! I found a new country station on FM yesterday!! Woo Hoo! lol

I think I did this song a few pages back. Couldn't tell you how I did it though. I got help from lots of people! It's such a great song, even though the radio stations used to play it constantly, I've never gotten tired of hearing it. Their new song is pretty good also, but not as good as Counting Stars.

I don't know what rock I've been hiding under that I missed all these chapters. I just assumed you abandoned the story. So glad to see that it's still going on; it's just me that was lost. lol Nicholas is a hoot ogling Eli's brother. lol Now the true test will be the two of them playing house. It is different spending most nights out of the week together and living together full-time. Hopefully they'll have an easy transition with not too many fights. Ok, on to the next chapter.

AGW! Another great story!! Poor Josh, it must be so hard to watch the person you're in love with marry someone else. And a girl no less, only b/c "...it's what's supposed to happen." (I'm paraphrasing) I guess we'll see how happy Cory is going to be married to Tina. I'm looking forward to chapter two. And you never did tell me where you found that awesome avatar!

Today is my Sasha Day!!!! So...I had a whole review - a pretty long one and when I hit 'Add Review' Chrome put a sign up: Unable to Load Page. No Internet Connection. Which is bullshit b/c I have three freakin' bars on my wifi!!!! (that does have to do with connectivity, doesn't it?) Reader's Digest version: I'm glad Luke is doing a little better since Greg's death. It will take a long time to get used to his 'new normal'. I'm very disappointed in Jim. I really thought he was Luke's friend. Obviously not. Obviously he's been acting like he was but he really wasn't. Maybe he doesn't mind Luke being gay as long as he doesn't have anyone to be gay with. Maybe he's jealous b/c Luke and Derrick have girl/boyfriends and he doesn't have one. I don't remember: does he? lol I just don't get him. And of course it's so not fair. Ok, so yeah, Luke and Erin were doing the NSFS X-rated (not XX or XXX-rated, mind you! ), stuff, but I'm sure Derrick and Cherrie express their love for each other in the halls between classes, during lunch, etc. Ok, so groping may not be appropriate (it's not for hetero couples either), but there's nothing wrong with kissing in the halls. Such a double-standard. Anyway...I just hope Jim doesn't cause trouble for Luke and Erin and I hope Erin doesn't go off the deep end. Like the rest of your readers, I'm very curious to find out what happened at his last school. Great chapter, Sasha! As always! I'm going to copy and past this into Word just in case...

I just realized I spelled Kieran's name wrong in the last chapter. I think I spelled it Kiernan. Sorry. The more Robin rejects Kieran, the more Kieran will obsess over him. lol Robin's pride is getting in the way also. He wants Kieran too, but he also doesn't want to be used and tossed away when Kieran gets bored with him. I don't know who's going to give in first. lol I noticed how emotionally unavailable Kieran is with Shas with the whole wedding prep going on. This is his cousin's first marriage and Shas of course is excited, but Kieran is so wrapped up in his own obsession with Robin among other things, that he's not even talking to Shas about the wedding or anything. All he does is act grumpy about having to even GO to the wedding, and go to the rehearsal dinner and get dressed up, etc. Think of how that makes his cousin feel? They are the only family they've got and if you can't share your happiness about getting married with your only living relative, that's really sad. Anyway...enough rambling. Great chapter, Sasha!

This chapter was so descriptive, Sasha. I felt like I was on the circuit watching him ride. These guys/girls are incredible. They get hurt, wind up in the hospital, almost die, and they get right back on that horse, err, bike, and do it all over again. Amazing. Robin has been the only person to penetrate Kieran's self-absorbed, I-get-everything-I-want mind and it's driving him crazy b/c he never felt like this before. I bet he's even feeling guilty b/c he disappointed Robin so much. Ok, on to the next chapter, which I can tell by the title that this is what Kieran is NOT going to do - beg! lol

Hi Sui!!!! What a terrific chapter! You had me in tears! I felt so badly for Toshi's mom. I can't imagine the guilt that she lived with every single day. Her husband must have hated her. I'm surprised he stayed with her. I give him a lot of credit for going out there every day and searching for his baby. Toshiro has a tough decision to make. I agree that going to jail would be bad. As Cannd said, anything can happen in jail. And in the hospital. The Witness Protection Program wouldn't be all sunshine and roses either, although he'd be reasonably safe but he wouldn't be able to form any sort of relationship with his parents. I know Jason would go with him in a heartbeat, but he'd be leaving Sean, his business, and everything else behind. Could he do that for Toshiro? Yes, I know he could. But of course that doesn't mean Kaito's clan still won't find him. WP doesn't always work. I'm looking forward to how you're going to spin this, Sui! Awesome chapter!

I found the talk that Ann and Lewis gave to be very informative. I totally wasn't expecting them to be a couple. And Hannah was a hoot, God bless her! "For fuck's sakes" omg, and the line about being the closest to what did she say, standardized porn in school, something like that - that was hysterical! And the workshop did get Oscar thinking (and Oliver), where they stood in the charts. Good job, James!

H A P P Y B I R T H D A Y M I K E !!! Now I get to wish you a happy b-day twice. I hope you're having an awesome day!

This was a very good story. Ha, love what the reader said. hehe I really enjoyed this story. Sunshine knows exactly how to tug on the readers' heartstrings (for all her stories =) ). If you want to read a story about love, friendship, survival, and peace, then this is the story for you. Now if you're looking for an easy beach-read that's all sunshine and roses, this isn't it. But if you're looking for a story that will really move you, then you should read In the Depths of Despair. You won't regret it. And then read the rest of her stories. She is a wonderful storyteller.

H A P P Y B I R T H D A Y S A M M Y !!! I hope you're having a great day!

Well it's about goddamned time!! Just kidding. I can't wait to read your next story, CJ!!!

Krista, you don't know how proud I am of Corey's dad. He really does lovee his son. He stood there and almost got into a physical fight to stand up for Corey. Wow, I think he redeemed himself in my eyes. Yay Dad! Of course I wanted to punch Bill's lights out. These people are so stupid. Corey has been gay all his life. He's been playing on the high school team for four years. Well, would have been four years. Anyway, he's no different than he was four years ago in regards to his orientation. Do these ignorant people really think that all of a sudden he's going to make passes or hook up with their sons? Stupid, stupid people! Don't they know Corey at all? I'm so glad Andy's mom (or was it Keith's mom), stuck up for Corey. They need more parents like that and not like the homophobic idiots who were there trying to get rid of Corey. And good for Lee for not taking the bait and telling them that football isn't worth it. HIs son is more important than football. I'm curious to see what Corey's teammates will do. They'd be foolish to give up their jerseys. Great chapter, Krista!

I agree with RJ; it seems very sad. I love the way it's written though. I'd love to read more. =)

I'm out of likes, damn. "Ice Fairy" is a great easy read. As Ron said, it's upbeat, funny, and doesn't have much of the typical teenage angst. I highly recommend the story.

Damn, I'm all out of likes too. Cole, omg, I am so flattered that you mentioned me in your Q&A. It's been a pleasure working with you. Even though I haven't read everything that you have written, of all the stories I have read I can tell your writing is getting better and better. That's not to say it wasn't good to start with. "Porcupines" was such a moving story and I think "Between the Raindrops" is a perfect song that expresses Chuck and Dylan's love for each other and their bumps along the way. I do have one complaint about the story though: you had me starving after each chapter! "Substance P" was amazing and you captivated me from the first word. I haven't had time to read the new anthos (I am very late with that!), but I'm really looking forward to reading your piece. =) My favorite story of yours though, has to be "Advent". I remember bugging you to update quicker. lol It was very hard to wait a whole week for another chapter. I was just blown away by the story. It really hit me emotionally; I thought it was such a beautiful story. I'm having fun working with you and Addy on "Gaia-Town". I'm learning all new things about magic and elves and whatnot. This was a great interview, Cole. Congratulations! You definitely deserve the recognition.

I'm enjoying your story, Writing. I definitely feel for Dan; he's been coming to that campsite for years with his best friend/crush and now since Steven brought his g/f (of only one month I might add), it seems like it's not 'their' spot anymore. Bringing Lisa there sort of tarnished the feeling or memory of the place, you know? I'm glad he met Adam and it's good he'll be busy with other people while Steven and Lisa do whatever it is they'll be doing. I'm looking forward to the second chapter.

I purposely waited till I was home and could bawl in peace. Which I did, btdubs. Probably more than I did in the last chapter. One of the scenes that really touched me was when Luke listened to Greg's message on his answering machine. It makes me cry now just thinking about it again. Of course Luke's mom didn't mean what she said to come out like that. And as one of your reviewers said, Luke is already blaming himself for Greg's death. To agree w/Dughlas, there is nothing worse than a parent losing their child. She is mourning a different kind of grief than her son is (does that even make sense?), and she just lashed out w/o thinking. I know people grieve in their own ways, but maybe Luke shouldn't have hidden away in his room for the rest of the weekend. I'm thankful he has terrific friends (and a wonderful b/f who COOKS FOOD TO BRING OVER!), but maybe Luke and his parents needed time to grieve together, as a family. Which brings me to another question: what about the funeral? They didn't have it already, did they? Well Sasha, is there any writing you CAN'T do? lol You know just how to express your characters' sadness and get your readers so emotionally involved with their lives. I just want to hug Luke and his parents. What a horrible, horrible loss they have had. Oh, I just wanted to point out two little errors: sit-ups and push-ups don't have the apostrophe s at the end. The apostrophe s is to signify possession or a contraction, neither which apply to these words. =) Excellent chapter, Sasha. I'm looking forward to the next one, as usual.

Poor Asher. I hope that Jamie thinks about what he did, takes the time to cool off, and then apologizes to Asher. I never understood how kids could just give up their best friends over something they can't control. I think I said that in my first review. I'll never understand that. At least Ash has his mom. =) I just hope that Jamie doesn't out Asher when he gets to school. That would be unforgivable.

I think Kieran is guilty for two reasons: one for calling out Robin's name instead of Matty's, and two for treating Robin like crap on their non-date. And as Angel said, just b/c you're not on a so-called 'date', doesn't mean you get free reign and get to boff every pretty boy who comes on to you. I'm sure Robin is going to stew for a very long time. I wonder how Kieran is going to redeem himself?

Glad Siggi finally was able to apologize to Dmitri and be there for him, considering all the times Dmitri has been there for Siggi. It should make Siggi feel good to finally reciprocate. I'm very curious to find out about Dmitri's past. I found it wonderful that Gummi is so supportive of his members. I hope they give that reporter a piece of their minds. lol

The GSA is such a terrific idea! I'm so glad that Matt, Alan, and Ernie decided to join also.

That was a beautiful chapter. They needed this break from all the madness and death back home. It's too bad that they'll be going back to the madness and death, starting with their apartment. They are going to be shocked when they get back home. I can't wait for the next chapter, Tony!

Awww, Julie, it was only a dream!! You really got Brian's personality downpat. lol From his yelling at his assistant to demanding things of Justin. Perfect. And you got Justin downpat also. I can just see him with tears in his eyes begging Brian to take him back. I'm sure that's happened half-dozen times or so. lol Still love Ethan...lol.