Ron

I thought you captured the loss of pride and self well. The refusal of recovery and self-redemption--quite possibly, love--was not unexpected, but it was poignantly written.

Your story is thought provoking; as the subject matter should be.

Wonderful writer, indeed. I read A Measure of Love as well, and it is shockingly insightful. You have gained a new reader of your words, sir.

I don't know, this was a really big - "Oh, by the way, I forgot to tell you . . ." - no matter that it is well written. The font and formatting is different from the previous chapters, that's kind-of-a big change. What prompted it?

We knew hearing about Daniel's past relationship wasn't going to be pretty.

Like butter on warm toast. — That's how well this chapter flows seamlessly into the previous chapters, K.C. I began to re-read the story from the beginning yesterday and I am glad to note that despite serious health issues this past year you have not changed in your style, or the voice of your characters. We still have the Michael and Asher we have come to love, through you, and their relationship continues to deepen and evolve. How nice is that.

Hello, rituraj. Welcome to GA. There is a great bunch of people here and I'm sure you'll have no problem making friends.

Oh my, coining a new word. And a cat-loving, crotch-watching gay man . . . You do like to write scary things into your stories, don't you. After a day like that, the poor MC was definitely in need of a pick me up.

Value vs. Price is an other wholly different argument hh5, and possibly another topic.

There are examples of people using the ipad as for more than just a toy. David Hockney, the British artist, is just one. Here is a New York Times article dated Jan. 10th: the-ipad-is-an-artists-canvas-for-david-hockney The iPad and other touch-pads may not be perfected yet, but it hasn't stopped many, and varied, artist from exploring its uses. If one is willing to pay the annual fee to use Microsoft's Office application, it is very possible to write on the iPad and on Window's touch screen computers. I used Apple's bluetooth keyboard and wrote parts of several stories on my iPad (when waking in the middle of the night with an idea) and no waiting for the boot of the PC, just start typing. I used the Notability app at the time because its set to back up to Google docs. I probably won't pay for MS's annual fee but it is a viable option nonetheless.

Welcome to GA, pennywise.

Happy Birthday to you, Sasha and many, many, many Happy Returns

Now you've done it, you have gone and scared the smilies! In a creepy, thrilling manner, this chapter ended fantastically. I am very much looking forward to the next chapter.

As crushes go, this is a damn good one. He really does something for me too.

The title is correct, I'm afraid, and this timeline takes place a few years before the event in Prompt 303 - chapter 1 of this years prompt stories. I hope you will read it as well. Thanks, Valkyrie.

After reading every word my likes are exhausted. Kudos to you all.

Hello MommaB. Congrats on coming out and now you've done it, no more hiding

Hi Mickery. Do you not agree with what you had to say?

Yes, Mr. Wilde, just what is your exact thinking on this subject?

History shows us, a man will do almost anything to keep that head of hair. We are not vain; no, not at all.

It's good to see a new chapter up there from Don Hanratty. And, we get a new Premium story by Renee Stevens . . . how great is that.

Hello, Ney4Bey. Welcome to GA.

I rather liked this chapter a lot. It didn't resolve anything but it brought so much out and into the light for considered thinking, and allowed time for it, before things must be discussed. I think the characters were put into a good position . . . outcomes could head in any direction. I look forward to finding out what you have decided to do.

Considering how involved I become in your writing, I consider this high praise, Sasha. Thank you.

I'm going to give you away. Ladies and Gentlemen, Friends and Readers - allow me to introduce my sister. Thanks for the review, Sis.