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I think a visit with SinJin is in order; there are questions only he can answer, and perhaps a warmer location. Then there's the black card, which is concerning, not for what they might buy, but for Dottie to know where they are...Would she know if it were sold??? They are both now, unafraid to share their feelings, understanding they can never go home again, except for a possible, brief visit, if that... Loved the following, and only in my dreams.... “Well,” Wojciech mused, a soft blush spreading across his own cheeks. “I do, sort of, want to try it the other way around for a change.” Stoker’s eyes went very wide, and he paled a little. “Oh… um… err… I’ve never dun it that way ‘afore, sorr. That’s normally your… err… I mean… we…” he faltered again, his usual confidence completely gone. Wojciech was enjoying the momentary fluster that Stoker was going through. "He braves lions, pulverizers, and stares down mad Stalkers, and this he is afraid of?" “Yes,” Stoker muttered, his voice a low, embarrassed mumble. “Those I can ‘andle…” He eyed Wojciech with trepidation. “That, ‘owever ain’t no small thing.” Wojciech shook his head, a genuine smile on his face. “That’s the strangest compliment I’ve ever had in my life.”

This was an important chapter, not just for the thrust, but for the comments as well. By no means can I speak intelligently about brain chemistry in any sector of the population. I do know that in this country, our treatment of mental health issues is marginal at best, too many drugs, chemical straightjackets, and effective time with your primary doctor is measured in 15 minute segments. Mine just left her practice because they were limiting her time with patients... Medical care has become profit-centered. Effective mental health treatment languishes as we don't take it seriously, nor raise taxes to provide adequate care and shelter... Sorry for the rant

Mother Marie Joséphine Gordon's letter hit the mark with very sound advice!!

I got nuthin on either Jimmy or Victor!! The back of my station wagon kept the elements away!!

Looks like some things are changing, very interesting...

Two bottoms in search of a top, should be quite the adventure!!

I'm thinking that both boys are seeing or is that seeking what's on the other side of the fence....

Oh...to be an observer at St Brise...like @Gary L, I'm not sure the world would be ready to see me in a grape smuggler...

Oh my, Ed is a basket of trouble and needs help in a secure institution...George suspects, film from across the street and what could possibly happen next?? Marie-Louise is gonna find out Nelson has a big one and Billy stands to make some cash

I stand corrected on Micah, I simply felt that something was off with him, and yes Killian was operating on some liquid courage, he's fortunate that Micah is/was a stand up gentleman!!

I worry what she might/may do to the Colonel....will his heart take it???

When you boys get out of this mess, go buy a dozen lottery tickets....

With all the boy's have going on, Cruella needs her comeuppance....

Never hit on your 'straight' friends, let them make the first move!!

An interesting beginning...let's see where this goes...

All in all, it was a healthy and productive day

The one that should have gotten away?

This is just so well done, and thank you for sharing!!

First steps...on a walk that will take a lifetime...The hardest steps I ever took And maybe for the first time, I didn’t have to win the war all at once. Maybe just showing up to the battle was enough tonight. Because staying present? That was the real fight. And I was still here.

The worst sort of pity party are the ones we tell lies about ourselves while on the way... We see a glimmer of hope, and is it too late??

Gripping reflection of when you reach the point of no return. I can't add much to what has been noted in the comments.

I've had several bosses who must have worked for AHOLE in a previous life.... This is a very fun read!!

Interesting premise....

I am so on Team Jimmy, hopefully somewhere, sometime, there is a life partner for him!!

Truly, the season of renewal, John is home, Elias is made welcome, and one hundred and fifty thousand will certainly go a long way towards decorating the new home!!