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But let's enjoy the slow pace and not hurry too quickly...so enjoying this story!!!

Growing love beautifully captured!

What a lovely chapter: Caroline going to check out the disposition of Thomas and Nate's father in regards to Thomas, their experiencing a Cuban restaurant, a Czech opera and the Spanish platter - the boys are growing up together and doing so beautifully. Another great chapter!

Two growing relationships - one growing softly and the other like a whirlwind! Kai and Adam make our hearts flutter; Doc and Megan make it race!

Each of these men has attained a level of maturity and self-awareness that has allowed the relationship to grow in a way that younger people don't always. The letters allowed them each to reflect on what was written before being sent and then allowed the receiver to re-read and reflect on the words and thoughts expressed. Now, it's blossomed via conversation because they already had a connection.

Oh wow! The conversation has brought out the sophomoric humor that is delightful!

He would have panicked as well if he misplaced $500, though perhaps not as much as $3000! But I get your point!

Am I seeing a potential crack in the relationship between Devin and Mac? It seems Devin wants to play around whereas Mac doesn't want to. I think this simply points out their youth and level of maturity. This is not a negative criticism, just an observation. They are 19 - not 29! As for the cash, I, too, think it is foolish to carry such an amount with one. If he was limiting himself to $500 for clothes, Devin should have placed the rest in his suitcase (if he wasn't going to deposit into an account and use a debit or credit card). It is irresponsible to carry that amount of cash in any case. Having lived in St. Louis for a year while in graduate school, I visited the Arch several times. It never ceased to amaze me! And sitting in the park at the Arch for the 4th of July festivities with friends and having a picnic was very memorable! It truly is a remarkable engineering achievement! The film truly shows the suspense that surrounded the placement of the last section. Friends that I made were there on the day that was accomplished.

Dr. Cal is definitely both Dr.Dreamy and Dr. Steamy! The length of this chapter perhaps mirrored the length of what he was wagging at Megan... All worth it! Seriously, this was a very comprehensive chapter bringing the characters to greater depth!

I believe Maria is looking for an excuse other than herself for any problems she is facing with her current life situation. Keith, fortunately, has gotten beyond the guilt trap she tries to put on him. It was good to see the comradery among Greg, Bart, Thomas and Keith at the end - good friends just enjoying time together!

He may not necessarily be a homophobe (but may well be) but an angry son who believes he was abandoned by his father. His image of his father was created by his mother who was the one who took him away from his father and had her own issues of anger and disillusion.

I like @Flip-Flop's community plan for the house, but not sure it is totally feasible: Colin and Jason deserve some space to themselves. I do hope the lawyer is able to untangle any potential difficulties if there are any. And it might be still possible for Roger and Phil to talk.

So many new terms that I had to define in context. This was definitely a different voice! The easy talk between Dan and Brandon was great - it gave insight into the business. Brandon was a hoot!

Totally understood and shared experiences! Beautifully phrased!

The relationship among the four of them is growing closer. Thomas and Keith have found true supporters in Nate and Caroline. Caroline is a true voice of reason with empathy. Thomas learns that Nate was the reason he wasn't sent to the conversion therapy camp, about which he didn't even know until now. Another wonderful chapter!

I took some friends to look at two different assisted living communities about 25 miles north of Orlando, FL, and the rates started at $4000/month for a very small space. And these were not anything as what were described in this story! Nursing homes cost even more. We are seeing a rise in homelessness among senior citizens with even the Supreme Court saying communities can regulate where the homeless can sleep at night! As a country, we have lost a lot of compassion and respect for the elderly as well as each other!

Thank you for the kind words and most of all, Congratulations on what I consider a wonderful job: retirement!

Keith is realizing more and more what was lacking in the relationship he had with Maria: “I allowed myself to be sort of bounced into a relationship. Maria liked the idea of a boyfriend in a job with prospects, and well I wanted a girlfriend. We found we had nowt in common. We were supposed to be saving up for a house, but she liked going out and, well”, he shrugged, “I didn’t. Not like that.” And now, just being together and experiencing things through each other's eyes is bringing them closer. The and re is laughter and exploring together. And they discovered something, they could share a kitchen, even Keith’s small one, without getting into too much of an argument. Wow - a simple yet profound statement of togetherness!

We learn a lot more about Phil in this chapter. He really opens up to Colin, releasing 30 years of pent-up secrets. That Dwight smiles in the end, I believe, both portends a possibility and support of Phil's movement in this chapter! Love the whole situation with Colin and Jason caused me to both smile and say "YES!!!"! Your stories about teens are so rich and insightful, but I am really enjoying dealing with mature individuals in this story! And you do it so well!

The writing certainly allowed me to feel as though I were the proverbial fly on the wall observing the whole scene. It evoked all the feelings described and also leaves me, as a reader, thirsting for more of this excellent writing.

Very well-written! I, too, am eager to see where this goes. Is Kai not in touch with his siblings? Do they even know he was hurt?

I am still of the opinion that Ercole is the one being used for purposes as yet not known. Perhaps the threesome was actually a setup by dear mother to be used as some sort of blackmail, though perhaps for other purposes. I do like that Dan and Vaughn do get to enjoy time together to explore their own interests. And now, so long to Italy for a bit and back to London...

You have missed a lot of interesting experiences, lol!

Your wordsmithery is once again evident in describing so eloquently the surroundings, the atmosphere, and the anxiety of Keith. I found a wonderful mixture of nerves and humor throughout! For me, it was a wonderful way to start the day reading about Keith and Thomas!

I appreciate your very detailed description and history of the artwork! I, too, am a philistine when it comes to a lot of art: I am either captured by it at first glance or not! However, I would love to see and explore the architecture of these wonderful buildings! I'm still suspicious of Ercole's attention and motives. I feel there may be more to the Heyward connection.