I have to say I'm a little disappointed with Kendall. Going into the shower in the middle of their talk and then laughing at Michael was not nice and to be honest even with a great deal of goodwill it is hard for me to understand how he could do that. I was so upset, I had to stop reading.
I liked how you described the awkward silence after their dinner and the need to do something about it. It was very realistic.
And well about THAT scene...well done!
Okay, I promised a review. So everything the others said/wrote plus I have to admit Michael's mother is a bit much for my taste. It's a good thing that Michael and Kendall obviously love her way/nature/style and adore her. She helps them along well.
I could absolutely understand Kendall sitting in his car, lost in thoughts. A car is the perfect thinking place IMO.
Great chapter, Gary.
I'm sorry that you were in a similar situation dughlas, and had to do exactly what Jonah did. You understand him though, and you know how he feels and why someone does what he did.Thank you for your insightful comment. *hug*
I agree with you that all three lost their love(er) which is always bad. As far as Jonah can see it though, it's the best solution. Ren and Sandro are better off without him. He wishes for them to find a new love, a better love eventually, better than him. I personally think that's very sad.I'm glad you followed the story so far and really appreciate your thoughts and opinion, Dave. Thank you.
Thank you, Cole. I can't say it enough, but this story wouldn't be like it is without your help. Jonah is now in a better place. He knows himself, his strengths and his weaknesses. He can't change who he is, but he can handle his issues better.
I was walking along the fence of the old swim stadium, looking for a hole big enough for me to get inside. When I finally found one, I widened the wire mesh some more and climbed through to the other side.
It had been years since I was last there. The outdoor pools were filled with even more junk than I remembered, left behind by partying kids, or people who wanted to get rid of their old crap. Rickety camp chairs surrounded remains of bonfires, and pieces of broken glass crunched under my feet
This was a calm chapter only on the surface, at least it felt like that for me. James and Casey have a nice day, but the missing dad and the blood in the kitchen is looming in the background.
LOL, welcome to the creep club! I think the bracelets are typical Ren. It's his way to handle things. He has given himself time to cope with the situation.Thank you for your comment, dughlas!
Well I guess it's depending on how you feel about the hair/braid: is it a memento or just garbage you'd throw away.But I think we can agree on Ren being very intense in everything he does. LOL
Thank you, Lisa!
Yes, it's funny but I thought the same. I played the scenario 'what if Ren had heard those words' in my head, but somehow it wasn't right, hence the things I ended up writing.Well, I need Michael for the sequel...
Lisa always sends me flavored coffee for my b-day, Holiday Delight is one of my favorite.
Thanks for the review, Val.
I don't think Jonah would have brought Sandro to his conversation with Ren. He offered him to fly home with him, so he wouldn't feel excluded, because Sandro is part of Jonah's life now.Yep, next chapter is called 'Decisions, Decisions'.
I can't say this often enough, Lit, but I really appreciate your opinion and thoughts. Thank you.
It might be an occupational problem, but when I see long, scraggly beards I automatically see millions of germs living on spilled drinks and food...and skin oil, just ew... A nice trimmed, short beard is okay.
First things first: I always loved the expression 'he ended up ass over teakettle', I don't know why, maybe because it always makes me smile when I try to picture it.
I like how you handle Kendall's character. He is in love with his straight bff for years, can't stand it any longer and cuts off all ties but then not only realizes but owns up to the fact that he needs to at least salvage their friendship. (with Chet's help - I so want to read his story)
Argh! Cliffie! Bad Gary.