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Brad's recovery is amazing, but is bolstered by his friends' support as evidenced by Linc's honesty. Great chapter!
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First off, there was no adultery! The definition of adultery means one or both of the parties is married but not to each other. At most, this would be called fornication. However, I would even protest that word: all that was lacking was the formality of the public vows of marriage which indicated that the intention was already there. They were married spiritually while not legally. As a priest friend of mine once said, "If you're not married coming up the aisle, the words won't make you married going back."
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I can't imagine any hospital allowing a high school volunteer to draw blood (which, by the definition mentioned above, is an invasive procedure) or insert catheters. The liabilty would be enormous! However, that said, it certainly adds to the colorful asides to this story.
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How Do You Like Your Potatoes Peeled?
pvtguy commented on Laura S. Fox's story chapter in How Do You Like Your Potatoes Peeled?
Maybe Jett's dad will loosen up some - most likely not - but April might have a helper with his own Dad. Personally, I would never allow anyone, parent included, to come into my house and tell me how to run it. There would be one rule only: act respectfully or leave! I was fortunate that my parents honored the fact that "my house, my rules" were both expected and respected, as I did with their house. However, this makes for good conflict and exposition of the characters. -
Of course, the title gave away what was to occur in this chapter, and it is not surprising that it was Henk. However, it is still a very powerful and sobering reality to understand that some people will make the choice to end their pain permanently as they see no other choice as viable. As a retired counselor, I have had the experience of two former students committing suicide and the felling of helplessness on my part still is present years later. Wonderful job of presenting a stark reality, Carlos. I can imagine that it was difficult to write as well. Tony
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There can also be another aspect to Hank's behavior that is being overlooked: In his making sure Chase is being taken care of and supported, he is withdrawing. That could be seen as potentially suicidal ideation...
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Well done!! I believe this is a proper ending to the story! Thanks for sharing it with us! Tony
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I love seeing the green of new growth. Hope and faith indeed!
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I absolutely love a fictional story that deals with real issues and highlights programs that help with those issues. I hope it inspires many of us (all of us really) to look where we can volunteer to assist. Brad is correct: we can't depend only on elected government to completely provide assistance for problems. We must realize that we are the "unelected" government that needs to step up and do our job of assisting one another. This is especially important right now as so many are in need because of the current COVID-19 crisis.
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I feel this volume coming to an end so that the next volume in the journey can begin. I am so touched by your dedications to Daniel at the beginning of each chapter! The story only sheds a bit of light on the depth of that love. How fortunate and blessed you were - many don't know that type of love ever in their lives!
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So, now that you've given us the beginning of another adventure in another book, let's get back to resolving the problems with Chase and Hank! Loved this chapter, Gary! Much needed break from the C-H Drama! How long do we have to wait until the next posting? Tony
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It feels good to be home in Makarovia!
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Just When Things Were Going So Swell
pvtguy commented on Laura S. Fox's story chapter in Just When Things Were Going So Swell
I share the same experience: I got flat top once and my father sent me right back to the barber shop to get the high and tight GI before I came home again! I left for college and let my hair grow out over the course of a year and a half before coming home for a visit (I could not afford a trip home as I was attending college several states away from my parents' home) and before I went home, had my hair cut short again for fear of not being allowed in the house, only to discover my brother had grown out his hair, telling our father that he was no longer paying for the haircuts and therefore could not dictate the style! -
Just When Things Were Going So Swell
pvtguy commented on Laura S. Fox's story chapter in Just When Things Were Going So Swell
As if there was no drama before, I see the fan spinning and stuff hitting the walls... -
As a former teacher, these could have been written by my students! What a lovely respite in times of stress!
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Such a well crafted story!. As a member of the boomer generation, I grew up with parent who lived through the period of time in which this takes place...and I lived during the latter years of chapters 26 and 27. I have loved every chapter, though I feel the end is near. I just can't compliment you enough for this well told story. Tony
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A possible future for Brad and Cristina? Romance amid education and insight into the problems vets face is well done!
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Don’t You Want To Fight For Me?
pvtguy commented on Laura S. Fox's story chapter in Don’t You Want To Fight For Me?
Theopril? Sounds like a drug, lol! So far, it gives credence to the statement that there are none so blind as those who will not see! -
Don’t You Want To Fight For Me?
pvtguy commented on Laura S. Fox's story chapter in Don’t You Want To Fight For Me?
I do hope that when the truth finally comes out that it doesn't end the story! Yet, I don't know where it would lead - but you, as the author, do! Keep the chapters coming! -
Chapter 13 Fare Thee Well
pvtguy commented on Headstall's story chapter in Chapter 13 Fare Thee Well
That you're inspiring so many responses is proof of the quality of this story and the involvement of your readers! Well done, Gary! -
Chapter 13 Fare Thee Well
pvtguy commented on Headstall's story chapter in Chapter 13 Fare Thee Well
Illegal, yes...but those two need to sit in a locked room, get all the negative out in the open and then start dealing rationally. That would be a job for the good Doctor to tackle, but I will admit that I enjoy the drama in the story. After all, it is a story - yet one that has a lot of material upon which to reflect, react, and digest. Just the type that I enjoy reading, Gary! -
Chapter 13 Fare Thee Well
pvtguy commented on Headstall's story chapter in Chapter 13 Fare Thee Well
You keep the tension going! I would have cheered if Charles had chained Hank and Chase together and kept them until they finally truly talked...but that would have ruined the story! Great job! And now...next chapter please? Tony -
Life always intervenes - but, in the long run, we're better for it! After all, it takes all our life experiences to make us who we are. Thank you for not just giving up and ignoring this story! Thank you for sharing your talents! I do hope life rewards you with unexpected blessings daily! Tony
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While I liked your work with short chapters, I could use a few really long chapters! You're doing such a great job with this story! So much to ponder here! Tony
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I'm still not convinced that Hank is a douche! He acted out of hurt, rebound, etc. I do believe that it was an immature response meant to hurt Chase or to dull his own pain. That is not to condone the action, but simply an explanation. As for Dawson, he does know Brent better than anyone at this point. Is there a chance for a renewed and better relationship? That's going to more up to Gary than anyone else, he he! As for Chase's future...Gary has the key to that too! And I am eagerly awaiting the development as I really love this story! Tony
