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Happy birthday Jwolf! A day late, but the sentiment is genuine!
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Happy Birthday Carlos! I almost missed it. Have a wonderful evening buddy!
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Too much at once!!!! I loved the seasonal poems. They were very evocative. I didnt get the drunken one. I loved the poisonous words imagery. I cant read German so i dont know. Overall, too bad you're too busy to write! Lol!!!! Addy, you are a card!
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To be clear, I went for names as well except the Minnesota Wild which has a dumb name but it's the home team. 1st Round Mn Wild Chicago Blackhawks Winnipeg Calgary Ny Islanders Pittsburg Detroit Montreal 2nd Round MN Wild Winnipeg Detroit Pittsburgh 3rd Round MN Wild Pittsburgh Stanley Cup MN Wild Which isn't going to happen but it's fun rooting for your home team!
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Perfectly danced, my friend. Simply lovely. I adore Clarissa and Deon drifting together without drama or angst. It's like their eyes met and they said, let's take a turn around the dance floor, without saying a word. I love the way you've maneuvered Neil into seeing he has support around him now. He's not alone like he was. His parents may love him but they didn't really know him. These people know him and still care deeply. So he has the courage to take a step forward and dance for the first time. Though dancing is scary when others watch. Now Liam can comfort him and let him know it's okay. I have to read this chapter again. I love dancing. Thank you Graeme.
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Quite the troubled history they are working through. Carson's keeping the college fund from Kendall seems so bizarre. I'm not sure I'm getting his motivation at the time. Perhaps that's coming up. In the meantime, he is going to help with a house so he is making amends. Good, solid writing, Gary. I'm wondering what's next!
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"I've Really Fucked This Up, Haven't I?"
Cole Matthews commented on Robert Rex's story chapter in "I've Really Fucked This Up, Haven't I?"
Great job portraying how relationships have strife, even during the honeymoon period. Let's face it, Barry doesn't have much experience being a good partner and thinking of the other person's thoughts. It needed to come to a head with Dave reminding him there is another mind and heart to consider. Frankly, I'm surprised Barry got it that quickly. They are negotiating their terms as a couple. Very sharp writing. -
What a wonderful interview! It's good getting to know Andy a little better. I'm a baker who needs white noise in the background as well, by the way. Thanks for the history on a wonderful tale.
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Great job. I mean this is fantastic. You should be proud.
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Poor Ty! You show a flash of his father's mercurial temper at the worst possible time. Ugh! Absolutely fantastic dual demonstration of remorse. And you are showing the nasty effects of grudges and how not forgiving is as detrimental to the subject as the initial wrong. Marvelous portrayal of how Neil is hurting himself by not giving Alf and his own parents a chance. It is dawning on him the hurt he's dishing out is also affecting him. We often forget that part. You are showing it in a very clever way. Very pivotal and intriguing chapter. I hope Neil grows enough to give them a chance. Neil deserves it. Carrying around all this self pity isn't good for the soul. Thanks for sharing Graeme!
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Chapter 19 Game of Chance
Cole Matthews commented on Headstall's story chapter in Chapter 19 Game of Chance
Powerful stuff and I felt like I was there with them. I happen to love the 'taking a crap' references because it's an overlooked necessity. Carson will be pleased his body hasn't completely turned treasonous on him. The flow of honest emotion made this very special. It isn't the acceptance which makes Carson's heart special. It's his change of heart. The movement for love and care of another is the important message here. Carson has made this part of the story huge because of this vital lesson. We need to celebrate it! Great job, Gary! Awesome. -
Fantastic display of emotions! We are seeing the difficult stages of a family healing and the small steps of negotiating things necessary to achieve it. There are issues from the past, but so much to gain from forgiveness. Great display of the balance and exchange of a father and son. Wonderful job Gary! You make it look effortless.
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We Can't Have Olympus
Cole Matthews commented on Robert Rex's story chapter in We Can't Have Olympus
Fantastic description and details in this chapter. There is more depth developing between Barry and Dave. It's not all sunshine and kisses. There are problems, issues, and differences. The Olympus house does sound amazing, though the last one has its virtues as well. Great job fleshing out their situation and posing a dilemma. Can't wait to see what's next! -
Genius! Absolutely fantastic and I never would have thought of it! Using Tony's story about Ken/Jim was inspired. After I read their exchange, I literally started dancing and scared our cats! What a wonderful use of the guys' history together as an example of Alf/Liam's dishonesty. I also loved Sam's talk about monsters to Neil. It is true how conflicted we can feel about our emotions and urges when it's our decisions and actions matter. Great chapter, Graeme! Thanks so much.
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I havent done a prompt in ages and now two that intrigue me. Clowns scare the hell outta me and hello, Greek statue!!!
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Interview Ask An Author #26
Cole Matthews commented on Renee Stevens's blog entry in Gay Authors News
RJ's "London and Love" is an amazing peek into some interesting characters who are looking at their own feelings and questions about love and feelings in their lives. Check it out. Also, Joann414's writing is funny, tantalizing and sometimes a punch to the gut. She writes very powerful characters who are people you meet on the street. You leave the story wondering, do I know him? Mark's stories are epic. He's a great storyteller. I love his Bridgemont series. -
Chapter 17 Opening a New Deck
Cole Matthews commented on Headstall's story chapter in Chapter 17 Opening a New Deck
I'm glad things worked out for Kendall's family. Im also glad they got in some stress relief!!! Hahaha!!! My goodness. Well, youre back in the saddle again. Let's see what's next! I wonder how Carson and Kendall deal with his illness. -
CSR Book Club Csr Discussion Day: Roommates By Krista
Cole Matthews commented on Cia's blog entry in Gay Authors News
I missed the window, darn It! I loved this story. The constant nudging of Brett and Will back and forth and the kind of hidden hurt on both sides was so measured. It drove me nuts, in a good way, as I wondered where it was going. I guess my question is did you know where they would end up? Or were you playing it out? I've done both and not sure which works better, planned or extemporaneous. Hope I'm not too late. -
Such a fantastic transitional chapter. We are seeing the situations change and the characters grow. Not by leaps and bounds but by the delicate inches that are so compelling. Neil is falling for Alf. Now if he can get past Liam. Great stuff and thanks for sharing with us. It's awesome!
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Thanks so much Lisa! I didn't know how to present the idea at first, then I seized on the idea of the scrapbook changing. The story was named a bunch of things before that. I also like this ending best. It's good they got more time together. The universe is a better place with more of their love in it. Wonderful review.
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Thank you LBO! I'm glad you liked it.
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Well, you got me tearing up again with the Rosewoods. You are also negotiating a wonderful atmosphere of contriteness and forgiveness. Both are admirable traits. Perhaps the best part of this chapter is the discussion of the internal roles in a relationship. They aren't fixed and are very different from what others perceive. We don't know what others experience behind closed doors. It makes things very interesting, richer, and more complex. You are very crafty, Graeme. Kudos to you.
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Site News Ga's Newest Promising Author: Aditus
Cole Matthews commented on Cia's blog entry in Gay Authors Archive
Yeah Addy! yeeeeessssss! I'm jumping up and down and clapping now. -
Hahahahahahahahaha!!!!!! The most hilarious story I've ever read. Fantastic Graeme!
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It does have elements of sadness and grief, as well as feeling cheated. I did try to bring their initial thrill, which seemed to work. They ended with a long life together. I'm glad you liked the messages. Thanks so much Gary! What a wonderful review!
