Carlos Hazday

As a teen, Chipper reacted badly to his father cheating on his partner. Seven years later he has matured and is able to accept Chip's human and bound to make mistakes. I wanted our guys to start his new life with a clean slate. The next performance's for you, Parker.

I wanted to emulate how most of these competition shows go. Each season last about three months which equals thirteen weeks. I began posting in September and the story will conclude the Friday after Thanksgiving. I could have milked it for longer by posting once a week but by doubling up it hopefully resembled what happens in real life. Fret not. Although Singer concludes the day after Thanksgiving, a new story will begin posting the subsequent Friday. Want a sneak peek at what comes after Chipper's tale?

Coming right up, AR. The next two chapters will detail each of his remaining performances.

I've seen Levine perform a similar style song wearing a tux. Combined with Chipper's love of American Standards, I figured they'd do Ole Blue Eyes proud.

Thanks, Chris. Not sure how relaxed Chipper was. I suspect his cal is all an act.

Thank you! Glad you liked it.

Since his father and Matt appeared fine spending time together, Chipper agreed to meet both for breakfast on Sunday. He made it clear, as he had to his mother and sister, he would be unable to spend time with them again until after the Monday night performances. “I can’t believe I’m sitting with both of you at the same time.” Chipper shook his head and smiled. “I hope this is a good omen.” “Forget omens. You’re good enough to win this thing.” Matt’s words elicited a vigorous nod from

You just like those uncut Hispanic boys, don't you?

In Chipper's case, the scrutiny will be a constant. His chosen career will keep him in the public eye. What I don't understand is the interest in people who are nothing but characters in those reality shows. Artists who try to retain their private life private face an incredible challenge.

Thanks, bud

I wanted to break the story up based on their stops and this was almost a little filler chapter.

One of my earlier, clumsy efforts. I think I've improved a bit as an author.

Careful what you ask for, I feel the inner rock climber stirring.

Yeah, I had to keep the info supplied to a minimum

I love it when you technotalk. LOL

You got it! Four chapters left and they're all about the finals and the finale.

I've lived through the stress of a political campaign, but I've had a team to support me. Chipper's doing this on his own no matter how many 'assistants' he may have. In the end, he's the political candidate who has to face the American public and earn their support. Instead of ideas and promises, Chipper has to do it with his voice.

@Timothy M. You're the numbers and statistics guy around here. Could you explain why the second one today is number 801 when we get two a week? Shouldn't the last one every weekly dose be an even numbered one?

LMAO Around GA I doubt you could get a valid sample of comments. Our readers are far too polite and forgiving. Particularly when it comes to grammar. They may argue, praise, complain and whatever about plot, but few will take an author to task over syntax or grammar. About the biggest complain I've ever received concerns chapter length. That has increased exponentially with my current 1k-words-per-chapter story. You are correct you can write a flashback in past tense while the story's in the present one. Just like the originator of this thread can write in whatever the hell tense he wants to. I'll reiterate my comment: I'm quite content writing flashbacks and entire stories in the past. Writing in the present tense is not a challenge I'm interested in pursuing at this time.

Small blip? Are you suggesting Chipper has a tiny pecker? LOL

Ethan warned him not to become a spoiled brat and his sister comments on how casually he talks about makeup. I have a feeling if Chipper becomes a real diva, family and friends will slap him around. I'm not sure I'd want to live in his world. Win or lose paparazzi and fans will hound him. Being a public figure has its downside.

He'll have all four with him, and even though they won't be there in person, I'm certain The Squad will offer support through messages and phone calls.

Thanks, Chris. And he'll have lots of friends watching on TV rooting for him.

Foue more and next story you'll get longer chapters. Hang in there, Dave!