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What's cuter than human babies and baby animals? Why human babies and baby animals together, of course! http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3608367/I-wanna-like-oo-oo-Touching-moment-Gus-baby-gorilla-reaches-copy-two-year-old-girl-placed-hands-window-enclosure.html

Not really good "news" but it is lighthearted and cute. http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3609011/The-squirrels-love-horsing-Cheeky-rodents-love-playing-toy-animals.html

Hey tim I'm thinking that Faris should have been a lawyer rather than a plumber because what a great loophole he found. Having an event for James's birthday instead of party was a grand idea and he pulled it off beautifully. These two - and Larry and Francis - are always a delight to read. It doesn't matter what situation they may find themselves it's a given that they will leave us pleased that we caught a glimpse into their crazy, silly but loving lives. As always, nicely done. PS: Will the secret gift giver ever be revealed?

Love that Daniel's confidence and his trust in Carlos is growing. I see a bright future for both of them.

Wonderful story and I especially like the "flow-on effects" of this one gesture. That this lifted the spirits of so many is phenomenal.

I loved how Peter came to Patrick's rescue when the friends issue came up. Good to know he will always have Patrick's back. The dinner date was nicely done and gave us a good glimpse into the adult lives of Patrick and Peter. They dearly love Michael, but it's nice to be a grown up too. As for how John and Anthony met, knowing John's personality, it's not surprising there was some drama. I did appreciate the eavesdroppers because they were a great example of accepting gay couples as being the same as everyone else. All in all, another really well done chapter.

Happy Birthday!!

Tardy with my review again...I shall endeavour to do better. Im really enjoying this story for a lot of reasons. To give them their due and because they'll probably pout if I don't, the banter between, to and at the angel and the imp was delightful as usual. I have to say though, there was a moment there where I thought the imp had teleported himself into Peter as he was quite "cheeky" there for a bit. Who knows, maybe the imp has a twin... The family scenes make me want to hug someone they are just so full of warmth and good will. Lastly, the chemistry between Patrick and Peter is perfect and so very sweet. Sort of a yon and yang dynamic, but I do think they are quite alike too. PS: tak for bekræftelsen Tim :hug;

Hey tim Sad yet beautifully written and worded these poems are. Still, I understand completely and just the other day, well you know... Have to admit though, I didn't catch on to the meaning of Welcome Home. That's just me though, no reflection on the poet. As always, nicely done.

Read this story and loved it!! :) The MCs Chet and Arron are warm hearted and engaging. The type of guys a person would be fortunate to have as friends. Like so many (all, in fact) of Gary's characters, there is a realness to them that leaves you believing they exist in the real world.

Officer replaces boy's stolen cards with Pokemon haul http://www.cnn.com/2016/05/20/living/officer-gives-pokemon-haul-to-boy-trnd/?iid=ob_homepage_deskrecommended_pool

My second cat was a stray that my brother passed on to me - he already had two of his own - so I really don't know how he became infected with FIV. He was discovered to have it when he was a few years old (he was less than a year when I got him) because the vet suggested he get tested. As clo stated, cats with FIV can lead very normal lives but should be kept indoors for risk of exposure to other cats. Even when he was diagnosed with an opportunistic kidney disease, he did quite well for another year or so. Along story short, I got him as an almost year old cat and had him for 10 years. Another thing, I've had a couple of cats who were former strays. They both were super affectionate and not aloof in the slightest. I used to joke that my black one had dog blood in him he was so friendly.

Hey tim .... ...

Happy Birthday!!

Happy Birthday!!

I have to admit up until that incident in New York, I didn't have an inkling as too how much CJ was still being affected by the all the negative things that occurred this past year. There were so many positives that they seemed to outweigh the bad. I suppose it's because he really didn't talk about them (what's that phrase you mentioned...oh yeah, crap happens, get over it, move on or something like that - sorry sanitized it a bit ) and I thought he had put them in perspective and put them behind him. Should have known better, he's still just a kid, after all. Even not wanting to be Owen's boyfriend and ignoring Owen's overtures (which came across to me as Owen being an older, pushy and needy guy - happy to be wrong on that count. ) didn't raise a red flag for me. The letter that CJ wrote to Owen was the perfect gift - so glad he went old school and actally used letter writing stationary - was really well done and I'm sure it made Owen very happy to receive it. you don't just tell anybody all that stuff but you would tell a somebody. I know it won't be for a while, (I hope the 'rents allow CJ to go to Australia rather than waiting for Owen to come to D.C.) but I'm already looking to their next get together. Report

sorry sd, but I need to get this out of my system So, Gary, I love the look you've given us into the mind of a poet and the process (and the "blood, sweat and tears") that occurs to bring thoughts and words to the page so that we may be a part of the journey too. It's all a bit magical. If anyone ever needed to know the true definition of a poet, they need look no further than your words right here. As always, nicely done but this time I need to add... well done, my friend, well done!

Terrific chapter Lit! As Dugh mentioned a lot of stuff has been covered already and maybe this has too (I'm taking Dugh's word for it that the good stuff has been covered ) but this is my observation. I'm not surprised at Zach's behaviour. As soon as I read that he was "big" I just knew something was going to happen. I'm just glad it happened after the wedding so as not to spoil the day for the newly marrieds. I just wonder if this will be the last we hear or see of Zach considering he lives in Kingston and it's already been noted that Corey and Jason had a better than even chance of running into each other by accident. Hmm...

Hey tim Is it bad that I giggled as soon as I read the "warning"? You know, warnings are supposed to be taken seriously, after all... I really enjoyed this poem you cobbled together to lighten your mood. I hope it helped your funk take a slow boat to China and leave you some peace. I loved how the townsfolk handled the bears - very clever bunch they are. As always, nicely done tim.

You never know what you're going to catch when you go fishing... https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=fGZH4Mr0-Uk

Hey tim The first one hits close to home for me because I remember that look and that day only too well. As for the second one, does the sparrow pity you, really? He just might if you're inside working while he's outside in the fresh air doing what he wants. The imagery these words invoke in both poems is vivid and strong in my mind's eye. As always, nicely done tim.

What Val said.

Patrick was blessed to have the parent's he did. They gave him a wonderful childhood and kept it from being marred by not exposing him to his nasty relatives. Sometimes the best family is the one we make ourselves, be it on purpose or by circumstance. After a lonely five years Patrick has the love he received from his parent's back and then some. With all this happiness, I wonder if the mention of the less than loving relatives spells trouble for their future. I hope not, but even if one of them tries to do this family wrong, I think they will be able to weather the storm that comes. They are a strong family unit and with their growing circle of friends, I'd say they would be a force to be reckoned with. Oh, and Michael was his usual adorable self what with the early morning snuggle, the queries about the rings and his reactions to the kiss.

Happy Birthday!!

Hey tim You don't mince words, you don't seek to manipulate you just speak the truth. Your words tell an important story that everyone should both hear and listen to. I am constantly and forever impressed by your skill with words. To think what you produced these poems at 20 with little or no formal training is a testament to the inherent skill that is within you. As always, nicely done.