Timothy M.

Would someone please enlighten the clueless European: What is the deal with Southwest Airlines and the big “C” on JJ's ticket?

So when are Indie and Preston gonna own up to the fact that they are dating and not just booty calls? And when do we get to see Preston take a shot at topping Indie - I bet he would do it for the Iceman in spite of telling Cory he's a total bottom. I can relate to Indie being pissed off at the pity parties and Laurel thinking she needed to hide her engagement, no wonder he loved Preston's gift-giving and the rabid terrier approach.

Thank you for the nice words, Roland, I'm delighted you find the allegory aspect a positive part of the story. I enjoy writing them, but always worry about my readers finding them contrived. I like you suggestions for other other-wordly influences.

Thanks, Caz, I'm glad you liked the different scenes making up this chapter. They were meant to tie up some loose ends and of course get two of the major 'confessions' done. lol, the almost shower and earlier we had the almost strip tease, what will be next?

Thanks, dragon, I'm thrilled you liked the dialogue, it was always one of my weak points. Yeah, it's easy to forget the shortness of time passed, when the posting of the story happens only once a week. And of course the intense connection they have makes time stretch too. Or you could say they squeezed the courtship of several months into a few days.

Thanks Drew, I'm pleased someone finally mentioned the talk and the imp/angel chorus. As to who has corrupted who you may get an answer in a separate story. You're right about the way Peter and Patrick interacts. They formed a deep connection during that first weekend and acknowledging their love have made them soulmates. THey still have things to discover about each other, but at least two of the 'big' ones are dealt with. Glad Patrick makes your heart melt, I think he does the same to a certain Viking.

Thanks Gary, I'm happy this chapter gave you good feelings. You've managed to point out some important aspects. Good communication, the banishment of loneliness and some tension relief. Oh and of course the fact Michael is in their thoughts and hearts when thinking of the future.

Thank you my dear friend. I love when I make you 'a goner' about romance with my writing, because you've done the same to me repeatedly. There is a good reason this story is dedicated to you and Gary. You're like the romantic lodestones of GA. Yes, the patron saint is St. Valentine of course, who better for a man like Patrick. His birthday is November 14th btw.

I'm sure Jackson's friends miss him, but why should they sit around at home just because he's grounded? Of course telling him the party was awesome is rubbing salt in his wound, but hey they are shallow high school kids just like he is. And no wonder since his parents doesn't really seem interested in him or his emotional needs. His parents hit a new low with me - they've been paying money to the church school to keep it going, thereby aiding and abetting Luke's parents in keeping him trapped in their narrow-minded ways. More than ever I hope Jackson will decide that coming ouy and having Luke as his boyfriend will be the best way to get back at them all. I loved the joke he made about his mom finding a guy in his bed.

Thanks, Tim. Somehow Patrick doesn't mind his money now he has a family to spend it with / on. He knows honesty is the best way, but of course there's more to tell. LOL, I think Peter and Patrick are looking forward to Michael having his own room, but he'll have priority over intimacy for a while yet.

Thanks, LL, I glad you agree wih Peter about better safe than sorry. Their intimate moment may not have been what Patrick planned but at least they both enjoyed it. Telling Peter about the money was a big deal for Parick, mainly because it's tied up with his parents' death and being estranged from the rest of his family. Peter is a sensible guy, so he'll take it in his stride and focus on the positive aspect and on their love.

Thanks, Terry, I'm glad you thought my writng has improved even if I'm slightly upset at the thought you've found it difficult to work out who spoke when before. Please send me a PM with examples so I can edit earlier chapters.

Thanks, dugh - for the first review and the kind words. I don't want to expand the story with too many characters. but on the other hand I think we need to know something about their families and background. I'm glad you liked this in particular.

Hi Brian, I can't believe I missed the review from you. I'm delighted you gave this stoty a chance and I hope you did get drawn to the next chapter. Thanks for the nice words about the shop and Patrick's sensitivity. It won't get as bad as Stephen King, though. I love the way you see Patrick, he does indeed do his best to accept his fate. Thanks again, buddy.

When they arrived at the house, Peter carried Michael directly upstairs to get him ready for bed. Patrick helped Grethe with her coat, and after she had used the downstairs bathroom, she asked him to show her around the house. “I saw it earlier today, of course, but it’s better with the owner’s first-hand knowledge,” she explained. “Michael was most enthusiastic about showing me the large TV and his favourite chair.” They both chuckled, and Patrick opened the door to the guest room whe

Hmm, Ross is a lot worse off mentally than I thought if he's so scared he can't even be around gay guys. And Jim, Ty and Karen should be the first to think of a possible alternative reason for Ross running away than him being homophobic, since they witnessed Dave's breakdown. I was intrigued by Kevin's reaction to getting Warwick's contact details. Or am I seeing ghosts? I mean I can see him being scared deep into the closet by Deon's behavior before he forgave his dad. Or I gues Kevin could be bi? LOL, you're going to have everyone dance around about drafting Ty, including the brat pretending not to be interested.It's going to be frustraing and funny to follow.

Min kære ven, so wonderful to have you and this delightful story back. I'm almost ashamed to admit I've never seen the Show and had to read up on it after the previous chapter. But at least I understood most of the references in here. It made me feel like I was Miles, which was actually nice. I certainly wouldn't mind a nice blond guy like Jay next to me, lol. The two older boys are becoming good friends and I'm glad to see they're not putting any pressure on J&M, but simply let them see the love they have for each other. I worry about Miles having a bad experience with pot, so I hope they stay away from it. The shopping expedition has hilarious and I'm sure we're all dying to know what Benny bought for Calvin. I loved that Denny trust Calvin enough to invite him for a sleep-over. for this wonderful chapter, and I'm grateful to your cousin, Gary and LL for making it possible.

Finally, Kye makes a good choice, even if he's not really aware of it. Staying in the fruit orchard is a lot more clever than walking to where his old Master's man is probably waiting for him. I hope he can have a coupe of relaxing days, but unfortunately Charlie (Lee) may come looking for him. Or even worse Liam will find him. Of course we can always hope for Donnelly or Lord Ashton himself, particularly if they arrive when he is taking a swin. I liked the changes you made to the previous chapters.

I was so relieved the Senator was not involved in the attack on Merrick. Maser Luda would never have gotten over such a betrayal. I hope Elsan will wake up and be OK. Now to the imporant part. Jenson and Merrick finally gave in to the love and lust which has consumed them for so long. And not only did they have sex - very HOT sex - but Jenson bit Merrick.

Ahh, what a relief. I'm glad the drama with Sean was realistic and the decision of the courts rational in both cases. I can't help hoping Sean has a hard time in prison, but knowing the man he will be a top dog soon enough. But his reputation will be gone and hopefully being sent back to Ireland will help too. I'm going to imagine lots of 'bad press' - for once the gossip media can be useful. Tait still has work to do, and that's believable too, but he has Phill by his side. I'm going to trust they will be OK. They will never take their love and their life together for granted, but I think their relationship will last forever.

Wow, I can understand why Megan is stressing, six weeks a short time to ge a whole muscical up and running. I'm glad Casey is finally catching on to Shade being gay, now he just has to realize the guy is interested in him. I can understand why Casey is pissed at Mike, but perhaps he should have explained rather than throw him out. If Mike doesn't know what he's doing wrong, how can he ever improve? But I guess Casey has enough in dealing with his own issues. At least, he's giving his dad the benefit of the doubt.

LOL, you're right, Rob is almost giddy at the possibility of freedom to do what he wants. Of course, he'll be confronted with reality soon enough, but he can dream, right? Of course Jasper is wondering, aren't we all?

Yeah, I think Patrick is happy, getting love and a new family and friends, and it's not hard to get his priorities right. I'm glad everyone likes Michael and the way he takes things in his stride. I'm not much of a kids' person myself, but it's one of the things I appreciate about very young children: their resilience and intuition. Michael feels safe and loved, more than he ever has before, and he knows Patrick is the reason his dad is happy. So Patrick is a daddy-like guy, and when Peter says Papa means daddy, it all falls into place for the boy. Yep, Moster is a wonderful woman.

Thanks, Caz, I'm glad you liked them, I did too. Of course this is not the end of meeting family - and making friends, but you'll have to wait a few chapters for more of this. But Moster Grethe will be present in the next chapter.

Fantastic story, Cia. I loved the Captain, he was tough and caring at the same time, the perfect officer. I hope he can stay with Mikien and be part of his human bodyguards.