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    Even without acknowledgement, Lyn is very loyal to his friends. Alexander's armor softened just a bit at Lyn's defense of him. However, the armor stiffened back on the appearance of Brad.
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    Personal time

    pvtguy commented on Robert Hugill's story chapter in Personal time

    The first time I heard Ma Vlast I was completely enamored! It is a glorious piece of music! Audra is both cautious but loving in her approach with Slav. She is a very protective grandmother, but puts her grandson's welfare/happiness above all. I would also enjoy viewing the conversation between Audra and her son and daughter-in-law prior to the lunch with Rory, et al... It would be an eye-opening scene.
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    Chapter 3

    pvtguy commented on Mark Ponyboy Peters's story chapter in Chapter 3

    Communes work when all involved share their skills. How long they last (or lasted in the 70's) depended on so many factors, among them health care or the lack thereof. Jake and Danny are idealists building a dream together. Nate is right to have some concern: Nate loved seeing the passion that Jake had for the project, but he could also see Danny’s scepticism. He hoped that this wouldn’t be something that might come between his friends.
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    In your wonderfully descriptive manner, @Robert Hugill, I was able to vicariously enjoy the walk and the nature presented along with sharing in the conversations that were easy, friendly, humorous, and quite natural. Great writing!
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    The Cost of Silence

    pvtguy commented on empath's story chapter in The Cost of Silence

    What some call "Christianity" bears no resemblance to the teachings of Jesus but a smorgasbord of what they want to quote from Scriptures often mistranslated and only to prove their point of view. That is sad and yet reinforced by too many! Breaking away from that mindset can be a lonely journey unless one finds a community based on the words of Jesus. They exist! And the words "You are loved" because God is Love apply! I put the heart emoji as a reaction because of the raw emotion expressed and the experience that it speaks. Yet, I also want to add the sad emoji for the content.
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    Chapter Nineteen

    pvtguy commented on mastershakeme's story chapter in Chapter Nineteen

    A second or third circumcision and a orchiectomy with a rusty razor blade done very slowly...
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    The central theme of family building and living has expanded in this chapter! Family is not only or necessarily those related by blood, but by decision. After all, in hetero marriage, a man and a woman decide to create a family grouping, so it is with a gay couple - they decide to create a family group too! It is good to see Jason referring to Gavin as his boyfriend and not complicate it by the term "brother in law". I do believe Rory's grandparents will also be a very integral part of this family too.
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    Whether Alexander says so, he was truly touched by the gift. He is so much a Charles Emerson Winchester, III, that it is not in his nature to be effusive verbally. Still, it is very evident how much he truly cares for Lyn! That Lyn worked so hard to buy that book is a testament to his loyalty to his friends and not wanting to hurt them!
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    Chapter 2

    pvtguy commented on Mark Ponyboy Peters's story chapter in Chapter 2

    I put a "like" emoji to this statement even though it makes me at once angry and sad. That we are seemingly returning to that mental attitude once again in the U.S., I hope reason eventually returns! Nate says about his near future: "But I knew that I had to make an effort though, you know, before I sign my life away." Does this imply that he hasn't fully committed to the Army yet and might well just stay in this idyllic place?
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    @peter rietbergen is on point with the challenge of creating an audience for an artist/author: it will take some readings that might be initially distasteful to Gray to establish a reading audience. A private reading for a thousand is a brilliant suggestion. Two conversations are really good in this chapter - those with Bas and Dawn always give insight and clarity.
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    I'm binge reading this story now and this was the most powerful chapter yet! @Seraph28 has said what I feel more eloquently than I could! Would that every child had a parent as fiercely devoted as Daisy Bell! We would have a much better society!
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    Chapter Eighteen

    pvtguy commented on mastershakeme's story chapter in Chapter Eighteen

    I really think this chapter was needed - glad you were inspired to write it! It makes what is to come even more intriguing!
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    Chapter 14

    pvtguy commented on Paladin's story chapter in Chapter 14

    Cupid is working wonders again! All is going swimmingly, so to speak, up until the last line which brings us to wonder what this is all about! It's good that Daniel sees the need for some counseling and is willing to go to it.
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    I Promise

    pvtguy commented on Laura S. Fox's story chapter in I Promise

    Hmm...Is Luke curious or are he and Brad "experienced"? Alexander is very territorial/possessive when it comes to Lyn.
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    Slav redux

    pvtguy commented on Robert Hugill's story chapter in Slav redux

    Gavin has become quite the insightful and open man! His quick assessment of Slav and his openness to the relationship to Rory was quickly encouraged! And yes, the Higgins household has become quite the sanctuary!
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    Chapter 1

    pvtguy commented on Mark Ponyboy Peters's story chapter in Chapter 1

    Intrigue is well begun in this story! Will Nate actually join the Army now? Great start for sure!
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    As happens often in life, although perhaps not often enough, those that deserved it, lived happily ever after. Those that didn't, well... While everyone but M-L ended up well, so many things could have interrupted these happy endings, but that was not the way things happened here. Too often, good people work hard and still meet challenges that interrupt their positive journey. Glad to see good come out of all that these kids had endured.
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    Chapter Seventeen

    pvtguy commented on mastershakeme's story chapter in Chapter Seventeen

    Things can't go smoothly ever! Josh - even if he didn't say anything - will be a kink in the process! Surely he was being watched by Vinnie's people - perhaps even his own brother, Ronnie! Another superb chapter!
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    Each chapter finds the Philpotts getting closer as a family and more relaxed with each other. Do we need to know more about Peter and his past? What is important is his present and his relationship with Vince and Freddie! I loved the interaction of Gray with modern technology - website, and Freddie's suggestion of other forms of getting his work out there via the modern forms of advertising (the apps). However, as someone of a more advanced age, I do agree with @Summerabbacat about not participating in those apps. I do have Facebook, but don't post - only wish others Happy Birthday/Anniversary - and getting caught in the rabbit hole of watching the Reels,lol!
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    Chapter Sixteen

    pvtguy commented on mastershakeme's story chapter in Chapter Sixteen

    Ok...so project rehabilitation for D and Joey has begun. I'm really waiting to see if the flash drive did contain the information that D hoped was in the safe. They really do need to get more serious and focused. Zeke does have it bad for Josh!
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    What a journey through being outed, a class trip which results in a near-death experience which brings former best friends back together as more than just friends, to a change in their school acceptance atmosphere. A solid read for teens who may be experiencing their own growing pains and for adults to see how adults could be supportive and unconditional in their love of their children.
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    Chapter 22

    pvtguy commented on Mark Ponyboy Peters's story chapter in Chapter 22

    Another story comes to a wonderful ending with hope for more in the future! I do hope there is a sequel or sequels! Thanks for sharing your creative talents with us readers!
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    It may well be the 21st century chronologically, but it seems the current atmosphere is regressing to the 18th or before! The attitudes Lyn describe are still as strong today, I do believe. Yes, there are elements of more acceptance, but I don't believe it is fully acceptable for two males to kiss in public as it is for two females, at least in the United States.
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    What I like about this is that nothing is totally solved - much like life itself! Still a lot of loose ends!
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    Teething problems

    pvtguy commented on Robert Hugill's story chapter in Teething problems

    This was a wonderful journey through the growing pains of forming a family of adults and teens, all male. Gavin and Matthew each have discovered that they need time alone but also time together to deepen their own bond. Irma is a delight. Jason, too, is realizing that keeping quiet is not so easy and is not really working!
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