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    OMG -- she should have done what Anna Russell did and change careers. But at least Anna had a voice! https://youtu.be/eN5dAQLYYrs
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    Thanks, jess! Write a parallel story?! If you think this Dragon will EVER write another 122 chapter story, you have to be raiding Sam's stash! Well, only six chapters to go. I think Donny and Twoey will make a cute couple, don't you?
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    Thanks, CG! Yes, there's no hiding David's deteriorating mental state anymore, no matter how much we've tried to rationalize it in the past. And once we've admitted it, everything he does is really quite predictable, as you have pointed out. He certainly does need saving.
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    Thank You, Hunter! You and luxy have done a superb job of outlining David's state. You've also added important insight into small town thinking and the relative freedom their kids have to grow up without the smothering of the 'soccer-mom' mentality found in more affluent or suburban areas. Now, how much do I have to worry about your "enduring question?" Will I be facing sharpened pitchforks from both you AND Glitty???
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    Thanks, spikey! You're certainly correct. It's not the typical TV family of suburbia. (Notwithstanding the Martins of Zack and Cody--but that wasn't suburbia.) What we have is a single (surviving) parent with a possible family crisis involving his daughter and a typical moody teenage son, who always seems to end up on his feet.
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    Thank you, lux! That was an excellent analysis. I hope the other reviewers read it carefully. Just one little error. "We have a few more days to see how David structures his interactions..." Um, actually, we don't. It happens tomorrow (David time).
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    Thanks, jt! David may be smart, but he's too far gone right now for the smartness to do anything but aggravate his situation. I think he went left when he saw PPF and Mamma doing it on his bed and the repressed memories of his abuse began to emerge. I'm not sure Ginny realizes what's really going on in David's head right now. He is a master of presenting a public face.
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    Thanks, Lisa! I guess Sam's mom is a little TOO laid back. Maybe she shares his fondness of smoking plants? Anyway, Sam was smart enough to tell the person who is NOT EVER laid back ...hehe. Ginny does tell Keating, but it doesn't have the desired impact.
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    Thanks, Lisa! Yes, the dreams and flashbacks are beginning to coalesce. He's still a little way from putting it all together, but that time is rapidly approaching. As you'll soon read, Twoey does tell his mom!
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    Chapter 21

    skinnydragon commented on Hunter Thomson's story chapter in Chapter 21

    A good chapter, Hunter! Devin asked himself important questions. I enjoyed how his thinking pattern developed from the beginning to the end of the chapter. He seems to be gaining important insight, though still troubled by a failure to prioritize what's most important from what's least. Anyway, he has Vincente, who seems to know about that priority suff & all. Are we certain V. doesn't have a thing for D?
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    Couple of Poems

    skinnydragon commented on Mikiesboy's story chapter in Couple of Poems

    Well done, tim. Like two sides of a coin, we have both sides of the love. Very well expressed and interestingly placed. Quite a pair!
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    Chapter 18

    skinnydragon commented on Comicality's story chapter in Chapter 18

    Delicious, Comsie! Billy is getting into awkward territory again. But, of course! Somehow, in the back of my mind, I think Mondays might be related to Stevie, with Brandon afraid of what Billie might think, hence the secret-secret. But that's just a guess. Spikey had some interesting comments. He always does. The only thing I would take issue with is his suggestion everyone communicate. He always says that about my character, David, too. Only David is worse. All I have to say about that is he must have lost his gay-teen-boy manual over the years. But I have mine. And it says right here, on page 13, "Never tell anyone your inner feelings, least of all adults or friends. Animals are acceptable." OK, now back to waiting for chapter 19!
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    A beautiful chapter, Jwolf! Corbin seemed a little deeper (in the good way) here, growing up? idk--we'll need to see more. Pete was a bit disappointing. But then, Pete is a bit disappointing in every chapter he's in. You do such a good job in portraying this complex set or relationships--both the personal ones and the political ones. Really excellent writing. I get eager every time I see another chapter has been posted!
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    Perfect clarity would profit the intellect but damage the will Blaise Pascal *** Tommy He looked as green as peas and Christmas wreaths. My brother did not seem to have slept much either. I thought I had heard someone puking in the middle of the night. Now I knew it wasn’t a dream, it was him. I wondered if maybe he was coming down with something. It was Christmas Day, my favorite day of the year! Dad was in a rare mood, telling jokes which had us all laughing around the b
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    Thanks, jess! This little cluster of chapters will be frustrating. He's about to crash. Things aren't going to make any sense to rational people. Let's hope David will survive. It's not a given.
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    Thanks, spikey! And also for your comments in the forum. You might be on to something about David's perception of events. It seems strange that the decorating party lasted from morning to 6PM and David reported NO adult conversation. Eight hours with no talking? Our boy is not stupid, he's in trouble.
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    Thanks, CG! The wreck is very near. At this point, Twoey deserves better. If/When David recognizes that little fact might be an indication he's on the road to recovery. But I think time is running out.
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    Thanks, Tim! Oh boy! If you could just take a quick trip to Daleville and deliver the final line of you review to David. Donny's OK, I think. He just has no idea what's going on in his lust-stud's brain. The alcohol is definitely not in David's best interest.
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    Thanks, lux! Sorry David screwed up you mental health day. I like your comment about just paying lipservice to everyone. He's so focused on his internal torment, that no one else actually exists to him in any way, except maybe Twoey. Christmas Dinner might be interesting.
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    Thanks, Ron! You're right. If David ever makes it to the end of the story, he's going to have lots of regrets.
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    Thanks, Hunter! Yes, it is difficult to watch David spiral. I didn't give the gift scene short shrift, David did. Of course none of this is Twoey's fault. But the only other choice is that it's his fault. David doesn't seem to be ready for that yet.
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    Nice, Dodger! It seems that every time Robbie finds himself in Fran's house, something outrageous happens to him. Robbie! STAY OUT OF THERE!
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    Thanks, Lisa! Your absence has been noted by David, and now he's spinning out of control. It's all your fault! Actually you're correct that Alex is in the perfect position to help David. But will David let her? That's the real question!
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    Brotherhood

    skinnydragon commented on ColumbusGuy's story chapter in Brotherhood

    Whoops! This must have posted just as I was taken out of town. Well CG, you have created a warm and sunny chapter, further deepening the friendships of the 'study group,' for want of a better name. I also enjoyed the little talk between Mikey and his father, especially with the ending, which left him still unsure of how much his father had figured out about Jay and him. That little doubt will color his actions and keep us guessing for a little while, I'm sure. I never had the benefit of a group of friends quite like that. I'm certain it was helping Mikey become more unlike how he was a scant few weeks before, as Jay noted. Of course, Jay helped too. Another very enjoyable chapter, CG!
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    Chapter 20

    skinnydragon commented on Hunter Thomson's story chapter in Chapter 20

    The attack had more of an effect than Devin thought. With only his father as a guardian, and him living so far away, Devin didn't get the therapy such an attack probably needed. I wonder if he'll get any now? Since only the cops and DAs saw his reaction, probably not. I hope he tells someone about it though. They might be able to suggest the idea. Bryce or, more likely, Vincente. Other that that (and it's a big 'that'), his baseball and fraternity seem to be getting Devin a good support team assembled.
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