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You have a wonderful way of writing dialogue. This chapter is no exception with Liam back in the bosom of his friends and family down east. Lovely.

Petey, I understand your sentiment but Corey's mother is an archetype and hopefully this story is fiction not a memoir. There is no drama a or much growth if the story simply is: "Jack and John went up the hill to fetch a pail of water. They kissed a lot and fell in love and lived happily ever after."

Don't get me wrong, I totally despise Corey's mother's reaction but I admire how you have portrayed one way a parent can react to something that terrifies them in others, especially someone they love. It remains to be seen whether Corey's mother is misguidedly looking out for her son or is abandoning him against peer and religious pressures. Always interesting. Thank you

Sometimes you can't win for losing. Scott's in that fix now. Willow knew that there would be a few more bumps down the road so I will keep my rose coloured glasses on and my pollyanna attitude and hope for the best. Another great chapter, thanks

The problem with getting caught up on a good story is that you have to start waiting for the next instalments. Great chapter

I really liked this chapter (not what happened to the characters). It is good to see Declan's character fleshed out: a conscience, a temper and still lacking the executive brain functions that teenagers must function without. For a school with seemingly a strong line on tolerance and anti-bullying, there sure is a lot of bullying going on.

I see two different Declan's here, one who thought Chris was being jerk and the other who is towing the line. I prefer the former.

Another fantastic chapter. It is good to see the boys starting a mature relationship with all the pitfalls of real life ahead as well those of Scott's past. Things are really speeding up for the young couple: they went from I don't even know where you will be next week to living together.

Excellent Chapter. I am enjoying how you are showing Liam and Alek starting to have the potential for a lasting friendship. On to shipping now: how about Alek and Nathan in the long term and Liam and Marty (i always figured him as a switch hitter or maybe still "confused") Time and more chapters will tell

Great chapter. I never have understood this poaching concept. I agree that it is rude to come on to someone who is in a relationship but Liam is not an object but a person and has his own say in where his heart should point. I am still rooting for a spark between Nathan and Liam. It is great for Alek to come out but the issue may remain the same: that he is not self confident enough to make choices for himself rather than because of what others will think of him. Coming out is only one instance where this plays out. Does Liam want someone who may not stand up for them.

And there it is ... Let pray that the fates feel Scott has matured and allow him to move forward. Thank you Parker

This is lovely and Scott's growth is wonderfully crafted. I can't remember but I think that Graham is still ignorant of Scott's past and that will be a challenge when the issue rears its ugly head. Thanks for a lovely story

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Your stories are always original and I am amazed at the variety of characters that infiltrate your mind. Great ending and possibly a beginning in Confide/ant. I am sorry that it is finished but pleased as well as there is satisfaction in wanting more but knowing it is just right as it is. Thanks

There was something wonderful about the tempo changes in Chapter 11: the intensity of the physical relationship and the sex, the intimacy of Marty singing to Hrishi followed by Leon's bursting in on the moment. It could have all come off as a comic opera and yet it didn't. Good on you Sasha

Great chapter and a great story. I aways appreciate that your story lines explore something more basic than a gay romance or coming out tale. The complexities of the characters or their situations make them unique and special. In Nathan you have nailed a type of macho self hatred without it denigrating into a well worn trope. On to chapter 4...

Parker, it must have really upset you to have reached the end of the chapter just as the wave was hitting. You must be very frustrated that you have to wait for your next burst of inspiration to know the outcome of Wally and the ladder. I certainly feel for you. Life is cruel sometimes. Don't worry we feel your pain. I myself am very worried for Wally. How much trouble is he going to be in for his foolish stunt. Ahh well nascent love is blind!!

A lovely story. I particularly appreciated, though not always enjoyed, that the issues were complicated by grey areas and uncertainties (how child services intervened) as it brought forward the realities of the issues involved. Thanks

A love;y pastoral chapter. Sometimes the big changes continue though the quiet moments. It seems that nothing much happens and yet we see the gathering of great changes within Wally. Ellie and Graham are going to quietly shale things up. Cookie is another addition to Wally nascent family of paternal influences. Thanks for sharing this story

What a wonderful story! I love how the special talents of your characters enhance the themes without ever becoming tropes or taking over the plot. I also want to add that you research your locales well adding colour and detail of a native writer and integrating it seamlessly for all your readers. I always look forward to the characters and stories that force themselves onto your written page. Pas my thanks and gratitude on to the voices in your imagination.

What a wonderful story! It had me in tears at times but that is only a testament to your writing. I also want to comment on how this was technically a great story: well paced, integrated, with characters that were fully fleshed out whether they played leading or supporting roles and finally an internal consistency between the plot and the characters. These last things may sound mundane but they really contributed to the tale and you wonderful storytelling skills. thank you

Thank you, This is a challenging read for all the right reasons. You have taken complex material and treated it in a thoughtful measured fashion. It would be too easy for this to be simply a Roman a Clef or traditional soap but it isn't. Andy is very damaged and even in a stable environment you are showing that changes and repair takes time. I love how you write Monica. She is a great parent but of course there will be missteps. What worked in the past may not be best for Andy. You do show that these moments are normal and show how extraordinary Monica is because she can take stock of her actions, learn and apologize. this does more to help Andy than almost anything else. It helps his character have a means to start to view himself through a different lens.

The hard part of this story is that very realistically it is going to take a long time for Eric to solve his problems. The first 16 odd chapters were relentless as he struggled. He has gained a measure of stability but one can see some setbacks ahead even if there is a rainbow way down the line. I am in awe at how you measure out the growth. It is much easier to take fast dramatic leaps forward which ignore the long term damage Eric has suffered. That all said I am very invested now and would be crushed if our boy doesn't make it in the end

Love the story though it s very very sad so far. I'm trying to place the locations or are they made up. I searched for me of the towns in Alberta but didn't come up with anything

A little late to the blog but i am delighted to hear about the Goblin. Ours is just entering then years but I still remember having an infant. 2 men and a child is a different kind of coming out, in the spotlight and blending into the furniture at the same time. I can only wish for you the same happiness and joy that we have. They imprint their scent on you in the first minutes and you are done for life. They grow up too too fast but as my brother wisely told me; the only thing worse than your kids growing up is if they don't. Happy journey