Timothy M.

If it did mention daughters it was only the straight ones, ie the future mothers of (gay) men.

I know you never reply to my questions and speculations other than with but it's still fun to put my ideas out there. Sometimes I'm right and sometimes I'm wrong, but either way I like to guess.

But they'll be free to jump on a train or into a cab or car and rush to Daphne's side, if necessary. But let's hope Clarissa and Mason are enough to defend Daphne and crush Rick the tick.

I haven't read the article, but I doubt there is one gay gene. I would expect a complex of genes which can be expressed or not depending on circumstances (like the womb theory). I recall reading another article which looked at why male homosexuality persisted, assuming they did not have children (which of course plenty of closeted males do). One outcome was that females with high fertility (or is that fecundity?) had higher chances of producing both gay and straight sons, and perhaps also daughters carrying this trait (I can't remember if the latter was the case). The article didn't explain why, but simply put forth the connection, and I think it also discussed the evolutionary advantage. The theory went something like: it's good to have non-reproductive members in large families, because uncles (and aunts) will help with the off-spring of their brothers and sisters since this will ensure the continuation of the genes they themselves carry.

It was good to know the trial ended with a guilty verdict. I hope this helps Dave and the other victims. Will we get to see a bit of Dave's improvement or reactions later in the story ?

Hi Page - and everybody. Hope you're having a nice Sunday. Mine is almost over and I'm heading off to bed. And no one can monopolize Legolas. We can take turns to drool on - I mean over him.

I feel like I'm getting notifications for more stories in the past couple of months than I used to. I'm thinking of stories which I have followed for a long time, but where I suddenly get notifications of comments. I'm pretty sure it isn't just because they got comments and didn't before. E.g. Graeme started to post Leopard Hunt back in April, but I think I didn't begin to get chapter comment notifications until November (but I always got chapter posting notifications). But I could be wrong. However, I only have send notifications on a few of the stories I follow, so they really stand out. Anyway, the point I'm trying to make is that my experience was almost the opposite to @BHopper2 in that I get more, not less notifications than before. So perhaps it's an individual glitch if there is any.

I like having smaller batches, but another reason it's a good idea is that all the anthology stories will get time on the Top Stories list and therefore be more visible to readers.

At least they had years together, and I chose to believe there was joy for Tommy and not only pain.

I love the concept of fixers and I hope you'll write more stories with fixer characters. Perhaps some of Martin's earlier jobs ? He certainly has a lot of influence and uses it to good purpose, eg getting the case worker dismissed immediately.

If you hadn't called the story Jealousy I would never have thought this was the main theme or considered their feelings to be what I consider 'bad jealousy.' The flirting was harmless and friendly, and I bet Wyatt would love to be told how much his dancing with Drew turned Gray on. But I suppose all the hot sex when they came home, was a good hint. Telling or showing someone you're attracted to them, isn't the same as acting on those feelings, but it helped that the flirting was between two couples, who had strong relationships.

Mason and Ben got close quicker than I thought they would. Mason moved in with Ben, they embraced and kissed in public, and they're both upset to be separated. I think Ben is wrong about them not being able to maintain a long distance relationship and there is always the chance he may get drafted by one of the two Sydney clubs next year. Of course, this all depends on Mason not getting killed. I expect Jose may decide to do it during Mardi Gras where he can hide in the crowds. I think Ben is making the right decision about telling his sister and her boyfriend, but not his parents face to face. However, if Mason gets hurt during the time they're together at Mardi Gras, things may come to a head anyway. But at least, he'll have the support of the Leopards team, including the brat and Jim. I'm glad Clarissa and Mason get along so well, she can be a great friend and also keep him grounded. I wish Daphne would start trusting them and come out. But I guess she hasn't known them long enough. However, all may be revealed if they go to the match and run into Rick. At least it's on the day Kevin is free to get there quickly and comfort her. And I'm already looking forward to Clarissa and Mason reading Rick the riot act. It's one thing to have trouble accepting your best friend going from David to Daphne, but bullying her all the way through high school is too nasty. Liam should be able to relate though.

I loved Armand, and I hope Carter will be a regular customer. He has to look good for the love of his life, right ? And I'm glad Simon finally gets to be with Alex, if it makes him happy.

The like is for the way society regards gay people like Mr. Griffiths so he cannot take care of Daniel the way he needs. Of course, Mr. Griffiths and his husband would be the perfect foster parents for Daniel, but nasty minds would balk at the idea.

Thanks, Val. I'm happy to get a Norwegian viking from your herd any time, but I'd prefer him without a beard and not at death's door.

I'm always amazed about your ability to make us relate to your characters even when they are so far removed from anything I have ever experienced. We have the same hope for Chester that Jordy has, and if he can find happiness, he can tell himself Mark will be pleased too.

I'll take your word for that, but I'm still upset about Trout not resisting concerning the coffee table and the statue. In fact, I'm gonna change my like of the chapter to that. Now we just need someone to do a like and Brian will have the whole range as usual.

I'm going to assume Trout has put his painting and furniture into storage. He should stand up to Amanda, even if she is doing him a favor.

I couldn't decide between a and a like, so you get a - The H & M words are definitely on the BAD list in my head. I'm still trying to work out who it could be. Someone who knows me fairly well. Oh and about Danes and snow: https://satwcomic.com/world-in-trouble https://satwcomic.com/winter-olympics https://satwcomic.com/you-re-hot-then-you-re-cold

Hmm, so what about the rules Amanda has to follow ? I think Trout will regret this, but on the other hand she may be able to prepare him for a male partner and the effort it takes to be in a relationship.

Well, as long as it's deliberate, I suppose it's OK. But I have to admit, I get a little fed up with seeing a lot of posts twice or more, when people here quote long posts just to say hello.

I have left comment between 2013 and 2017 and I have gotten an occasional reply, but not to all of them. He does appreciate comments though. You can check McLeod's profile page to see when he was last on GA: February 2018.

Uhm, you know, it's actually possible to remove the picture from the quote of Gary's post, so we don't have to scroll for ages to find your replies. And Randy even had the quote twice. And due to the nice little edit button, you still have the chance to fix it.

I think Robbie should tell Sue and Don that if they make him see the evil counselor again, or force him to go to a church which doesn't accept gay people, he'll either run away for good or kill himself. And he is going to tell Mr. Andrews and any other adult he knows at school the same thing, so everyone knows why. This threat might make Sue grow some backbone and stand up to Don. But I guess Robbie wouldn't say it unless he meant it, so perhaps not. He should tell Nicola and let her do the threat of dire consequences..

I've always considered myself a coward for not watching this movie. I read about it when it came out, but being thirty, newly single, and facing some hard truths about myself (although not HIV), I didn't at the time. And I never found the guts to do it later. But there are movies about other topics where I've made the same choice, e.g. Schindler's List.