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Thank you John. I prefer my happily ever afters. Glad you liked it as well. Hope your new year is a good one.

Thank you Tim. I was a little late not having a computer but figured I would put out there for people to read anyway.

Thanks Lisa. I don't think Ben's money is as important as the fact he was sort of lost and found something with Bear. Glad you liked the story.

Thank you for the kind review Defiance. I'm glad you liked Ben and Bear.

CNC, this story is like any written for an Anthology or special contest, complete unto itself. Glad you enjoyed it.

You should always approach New Year's with some hope for change, Stephen. Glad the story made your gray day a bit better.

I'm glad you enjoyed it Avid. Happy New Years to you as well.

Thank you Caz. I had this written out for the Secret Santa. I'm very happy with how it turned out but give a lot of credit to Val who just kept pushing for more.

The snow swirled around slowly outside the front glass door. It was finally beginning to stick as William headed out the door to look for the cab. Mrs. Sacowitz stood in the doorway, watching as Will made his way to the street and looked down. “I can wait for the cab, William. There is no need for you to stay with me.” William turned and looked at Mrs. Sacowitz as she stood in the doorway, her hat on her head, covering her ears, the gloves, the cane, the long black coat, and her slightly bent

William Watthews runs the local recreation center. Most people call him, Will or Bear, but it seems someone has other plans for him. Just what is going on at the rec center and what will it mean to Bear?

I have a new recipe or two to add. Hope people are still interested in this thread.

Just a few notes. 1 - still no computer. For my friends from here who may wonder why they haven't gotten a card, um, my address list was on the computer. No computer, no lidt. Sorry. If you want resend me your address, I will be glad to send it. 2 - had some health issues I am dealing with. Part of why I don't have a computer yet. 3 - hope everyone is doing well. Wayne Happy Holidays

Many thanks for all the wonderful birthday wishes. They are all greatly appreciated.

Just wanted people to know I am alive. My computer died and while saving to get another have had a few issues. While I did do a story for the anthology I just have no way to type it up and get it done. This will be the first anthology since I joined that I haven't done. When I get my computer I will do it anyway. For those who haven't gotten a Christmas card, I'm sorry. Most of my addresses were saved on my computer and when it died so did my list. I am hoping to get things together but hard on just my phone. Just wanted people to know I haven't left, just seriously working a lot and no computer. My best to all. Wayne

Thanks for the review, rndmrunner. I never know if I will come back to the story. A lot enjoyed it and wanted more. Glad it still makes people pause.

Sees Sly's response and prepares to send her the spider farm. It says that you too can raise 500 spiders in almost no time. Christmas gift?

Nice twist at the end. Cute story.

Thanks. Glad you liked it Tim.

John has learned there is more to life than just work. Doing something about it is scary but might be very rewarding. Thanks for commenting Avid.

Geez, some people are just plain scary, even after they die. I'm hoping the medium can help since the blessing seems to just keep Clark outside. Not a fun way to live your life. Great story Bill.

Now that was frightening and well crafted. Nice Halloween story. I hope many others find and read it.

Wow! Is it me or are the weeks flying by? Welcome to another Friday, and you know what that means don't you? Prompt time. As usual, I don't want to hold you up, but need everyone to remember that prompt responses under 1,000 words must be posted as part of a collection. Now, on to the prompts. Prompt 456 – Creative Tag – First Line “How did I forget his birthday again?” Prompt 457 – Creative Tag – Spiders To say you loath spiders would be a gross understatement. However, you woke this morning and couldn’t see out your window, there were spider webs as thick as a curtain just outside your window. As you make your way around the house you see them everywhere outside. What is going on that you have so many spiders at your house? Last week there were two prompts and both got a response. However,I am going to go with Mikiesboy's story this week. He covers Halloween, two hot men, one great Scottish accent, and a dog. What more could you ask for? Wanna know what else happens? If you are like me, you want to. You can find it here - https://www.gayauthors.org/story/mikiesboy/delicious/4 For those interested in Prompt 455, you may read it here - http://www.gayauthors.org/forums/topic/40892-prompt-455-creative/ Remember the prompts are here to help you write, explore new ideas, and try things you might not otherwise attempt. For our readers we ask that you comment on any story you might read, hit that like button, and tell your friends what you have enjoyed reading. Nothing like helping to boost a writer's readers like word of mouth. 'Til next time, be safe and be well.

“Damn, I don’t want your excuses, Doug. I just want you to get your ass to my house tomorrow night!” Talie growled into the phone. “But, I hate parties and you know that. Never mind a damn Halloween party.” Doug whined and tried desperately to figure a way out of going. “Now you listen to me, Dougie boy. I had to go get you at the hospital last week at two am. Two friggin am. I was sound asleep when you called and did I leave you stranded?” Doug sighed. “No, you didn’t leave me stranded.” “D

Thank you Tim. I try out all sorts of new ideas in my prompt stories. Gives me the opportunities to do so.

A Scottish broghe, all the prompt words, and a delightful if naughty Halloween tale. Nicely done..