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One can sense the change in attitudes in Thomsonville simply as they walked through the cemetery hand in hand to the nods of the other people. Yet, in my mind, there seems to be some challenge ahead - just wondering when the other shoe will fall, so to speak.

With all the trouble that Tony and the gang had with another Thompson, I would hope he rejects that name also in addition to the reasons set above. Randy Jones, perhaps?

Well done!!

As Tony is part-owner, he can simply present it as "for the business"... yet, it will still be a wonderful gift to Aaron! I do see the community growing...

Steven and Michael are off to a great friendship. The issues raised for the various families and friends will be interesting to see how they are resolved.

I'll give Deidre the benefit of the doubt for the moment: she may not have known the source for the goods he was delivering (or even the contents) for his brother, but was very happy with lifestyle he was providing. My main concern now is whether of Aries employees may have been in cahoots with Jasper...

Worries, excitement, creativity...wonderful chapter! Now to see how each of these develop! Another example of excellent writing!

So glad to see the continuation of this story! I figured when the muse kickstarted the writing, we would once again see the dynamic writing of one Wayne Gray! Hope all is well in your neck of the world! Looking forward to the next chapter!

"But he is a fag." His dad nearly shouted, "Go to your room." Dad can start with that as he visits Leon in his room. Use this as an educational moment. Dad did have a legitimate question, albeit inappropriate at dinner, which I took as real parental concern that his son did not feel anything was inappropriate in the way that Michael touched him. This an opportunity to turn it into a positive moment!

I hope dad has a long talk with Leon and helps him to widen his views on homosexuality. But that's what I would try to do... I do like all the characters, however, and look forward to see how the story develops.

And where was the kindergarten teacher to deal with that situation?

You certainly had a tumultuous spring, weather-wise, whereas spring here in Orlando, FL, was very dry with beautiful clear days. (We could definitely use some of the rain you had!) I truly admire your ability to use words that evoke such visions and emotions! Thank you always for sharing your talent!

Paul maybe initially shy, but he loosened up fairly quickly! Good friends in the making!

This story is so well-written that it evokes strong emotions where the reader experiences the desolation, hope and finally love and belonging! From Lyon to Chicago to find Souris finally being at home! So powerful!!!

The house was completely silent, I found Vince sitting in the hall on a sofa, looking tense. Vince was worried that his surprise gift to Gray would not be welcome, perhaps? Yet, this wonderful present was a moment of closer bonding between the brothers. And a proper "fuck you to MacDonald Philpott" too! Vince's encouragement to Freddie and Arvid is also another manner of bond-building between him and the boys. Another wonderful chapter!

Sad to see how Hearst's father has so shaped his and Wen's outlook on life! It is evident to any person who works with young people in any arena - schools, youth groups, sports teams, etc. The real question: can Hearst break loose of his conditioning?

Beautiful chapter!. However, my mind does see something that may portend a problem: Smiling to myself, I acknowledged that this really was a good place that I was in right now. Everything I had ever wanted was finally coming together. I could only hope and pray that there would be nothing that would come along and fuck that up for me. Uh oh!

They do indeed!

Wow! You've covered quite a spectrum of topics and feelings in these wonderful poems. April 22: The fish's enjoyment of spring is cut short by being baited to become someone's meal. And yet, there is a question that was raised , at least, to me: does the writer feel that he fell for bait and reeled in to stop his enjoyment of life prior to that? April 23: Who's luckier - the bird or the worm? Each keeps their life, but one is bruised and the other is hungry but alive and still in search of food for itself and/or its offspring. April 24: As one reflects on mortality, especially as one grows older, there is a choice to look at the end of life with sadness or as the culmination of joy and peace. April 25: The generosity of the young man to assist the embarrassed elderly man is heartwarming. Would that we could all be that generous and respectful of others! April 26: The beauty of sunrise and the life it brings with it as the world wakes up is amazing! April 27: We can't just stand by when injustice is going on around us! We must unite and stand up to this perversion of "justice". April 28: This hits me right now: I'm trying to thin out books that I've collected over the years that hold such dear memories of the time that they were obtained and read/experienced. I, too, want to share them with other who would enjoy them! Thanks for evoking such powerful reactions tonight as I ponder the nearing evening of my life.

Another loaded chapter! Still, a lot of good seems to be happening in spite of, of because of -I’m not sure which - the seemingly negative and complicated situations. Aaron and Tony are about to have the “money “ talk and the imminent party and visit to see Tony’s brother and sister will be interesting. Add to that the visit with Harry. Great reading!!

But you do them so well!

Anthropomorphic furniture! Great idea and development!

Would that all families were so supporting and accepting! Now to learn about cousin Patrick and, hopefully, find him and mend fences!

Most know that the harder parents try to limit their teens, many teens will find that the impetus to rebel even more strongly. Likewise, over permissiveness often breeds teens who turn into more restrictive adults. It will be interesting to see how Arvid responds to his parents' demands. Vince is more permissive, but it seems he does set limits based on respect and responsibility.

It's time for the teenage hormones to settle a bit. Nathan needs to leave for his movie and Robbie needs to continue mature. Robbie has grown beyond Nathan. I don't know what will happen with Rory, if anything, but it's definitely time to move on.