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Family comes first. I could not be happier for Patrick. How full his life must feel now, with new love, family and friends. Michael is so great. Kids adapt and accept so easily and he obviously trusts what he sees between his dad and Patrick.. Moster turned out to be great and wonderful and also accepting of Patrick.. Thanks for a great chapter Tim..

Imagine that, men talking! I mean really talking and not hiding behind their egos. This was lovely. There's nothing I can add to what's been so well said before, but I will tell you they made me want to snuggle back into my seat and listen to them trade I love yous all over again... Nicely done Rex...

Loved this chapter Caz.. You wrote Oliver's scene so well, you managed to make me think for a brief moment that I could be Silas.. Then reality hit.. It really was wonderful..

Oh wow, a serial killer.. I wonder how these other men died. Cause then he could get a cool serial killer nickname like Dom Slayer or Slasher Dom.. Well, cooler than that.. Lol I'm a sicko I know this... But all the victim names started with S so was he maybe looking for Silas? Curious about this new turn and what it will bring to the story.. Nice Caz..

All these balls being bounced around in other people's courts... Did we just get hit with March Madness... I say Tommy, Twoey and Sam team up. What could go wrong with Tommy logic (so perfect), Sam's connections and Twoey's connection to David. Even though he's right, Gary has to pull it together, be there for his friend now and beat himself up later. I have a feeling David won't blame him as much as he's blaming himself. I am willing to give David's dad some slack. After all he was blindsided by the woman who no longer lives in their house. And he's worried about David. True he was oblivious to what was going on, but once he gets those pictures he's going to need support. Tommy clearly did not inherit the clueless gene from him. Tommy is already supplanting Aunt Sarah as their new mother, it speaks volumes about their biological.. (Your quote at the beginning) Even more alarming that dad had not picked up on this.. The church closed its doors! That was fast. I wonder if they have an underground network to protect PPF and his flock.. Because you know there are those who believe he was doing the right thing.. Also, '....., One Child at a Time.' How freaky is that! This is how they 'save' kids.. This would be much less scary if it weren't so real.. I'm glad to see Twoey making it back into the world of school, dances and more teen drama. David waking, however intermittently, is great news.. Waiting to to see who drops the ball or shoots and scores..... Great chapter SkinnyD!

Damn, Tait went through hell. That was agonizing to read.. I can see why he just wants to be done. Who wants to live through that again, and in the courts. I worry that Sean is narcissistic enough to think he'll be able to take a final stab at Tait. Hopefully Tait is strong enough to stand up to any emotional bull Sean may throw at him. I also think Phil is right to be worried about being the fall back guy. I would want to make sure after losing everything including parts of himself, Tait was truly ready to start another relationship. That said, I hope they get what they both want.. Looking forward to what comes next... Great job as always tim...

I understand that Rayn is fearful and may be rooted in that fear, but he cannot continue to ignore this guy, hoping he will listen to reason. Andy is no good. He has proven this over and over so now is the time to involve the police. Rayn can take comfort in the fact that he has people who care for him and are on his side. He needs to trust them to be there for him..

Every time you turn a corner something else is waiting.. I know Merrick waking up takes precedence over everything, but it was just about to get good.. But yeah, I'm itching for that reunion any way I can get it.. So what does Merrick know? How much will he be able to tell Jenson before something else happens? Is the Senator's hand being forced? Was the plan to get Jenson on the planet? I know you're just hoping to slap me with the .. Great job Lit!

Even if I know it will take a while, I'm counting the days to Daisuke's demise.. I am trying not to think about what lengths Nobu went through for Viktor. Masahiro will not be happy and I hate to think what that will mean for Nobu.. Unless with Dante's help again, they can stay Masahiro for a bit.. Viktor will now have no illusions as to who Dante and Nobu are and what they are involved in. Will that make him curious or wary. Will he want to help? And what when he finds out his brother is on the side that caused it all. In any case he's in it now. Plus he kissed Nobu. I don't think Nobu will let that go even if Viko has had time to think of the implications. They have an ally in Satoshi. Nobu needs people he can trust to help him and I hope they can trust Satoshi. I love how you kept up the action moving without sacrificing the tension. I can't wait to see what you have planned next.. Well done Cynus...

Talk about a full house.. Two dogs, a teen and a baby? They are going to need hands in triplicate. Oh wait, there's also a mom and dad moving in.. There will never be another quiet moment in the new house. But it's the best ever kind of noisy. It's life, love and family.. Michael cooked! How awesome is that! It never fails to amaze how much on the same page M&K are. From the dogs to even Candy.. The puppy names are perfect. After the lily story, it was even more obvious that the guys were always going to be friends and lovers. Even if one of them (shh) was a little slow to get there. It was so worth it to get to where they are now.. Thank you for another wonderful chapter Gary.. This one really had me smiling..

Awesome, awesome chapter. From the air bed popping to stealth sex.. My guess is when Efrain and Cory - The Golden Years is out, the legend of Schrodinger's Queer will still be legendary! That was genius and funny as hell.. In spite of the earlier fiasco, I kinda dig the Garza family vibe.. Did I say I loved this chapter... Well done Dayne!

If Aunt Sarah is at the house, could grandpa be far behind? We need a fortress for David. Things are happening yet I feel like everyone's moving at snails pace. Are we sure Sam isn't a CIA prodigy plant? Who the heck are his contacts and how much does he really know.. Right now I just want him to show someone those pics. Ginny, Aunt Sarah, David's Dad, take your pick! Burch's arrest was swift and was a relief.. PPF and Co. won't be far behind I'm betting.. At least it would expose the church and their herd.. Small town or not, this should make big news.. David.... I wonder if his sleepy, drugged up state has a voice.. What's he thinking? Tommy... I'll say it again. Best little brother in the world! Could Alex have seen the abduction and called it in? That would explain her frenzy somewhat.. Matty be contemplating monogamy? *gasp*! He must be having a 'growth' spurt.. I hope Twoey gets to see David soon. They need each other.. I feel for the friends. They just list Danny I can't imagine how they're feeling about this now.

Could it be that Carly is thawing. Her last ditch effort to get at the guys was sad. I'm glad it was Jared who stepped in and stood up to her. It was about time and he's got back up now. She had to know that Jared is not to be or better yet, cannot be manipulated anymore. Best part of that was Bailey.. I just pictured her running into her daddy's arms. Jared seems to have found himself. Mind you love looks good on Craig too.. But with Jared it shows and it's gratifying. It also transcends into the love he and Craig share, and in everything they do with and for each other. Apparently, it's scorching the sheets too! Lol.. Craig and Jared just aren't fixing and playing house, they're building a home. Loved it Gary, superb chapter..

Another great chapter Krista. When Jackson lets kis guard down, he's really a neat kid. Now he has a chance to help Luke and I can't wait to see how that goes.. It feels like there's something on the brink just waiting to happen. A certain growth in the characters as they are about to discover who they are as individuals and possibly what they could mean to each other as friends or otherwise. I'm probably not explaining it right, but whatever it is, is just out of reach and I feel we, (at least I am) are right at the point they are as a reader. Make sense? I said it before, Jackson will soon tire of the friends he thinks he misses. It's just more of the same and Allison shows that. I think it's funny that she and Luke go to the same church. So what do they know about each other? Hmm.. Anyway, I loved the chapter.. Thank you...

This was a great chapter.. The boys are becoming aware of each other without being aware that they are just yet. (Although I suspect there's more to Luke)Jackson almost wants to kick himself for actually responding to Luke then falls back into his old ways. He's kind of like a diamond in the rough and there are glimpses of the guy he doesn't know he wants to be. He should just relax. He and Luke are good for each other. Great job....

Aw Damn! A kidnapping, maybe a little roughing up I expected, but this brutal beating? And Burch? Didn't see that at all.. I hope the ass gets caught like yesterday.. I wonder who saw to call the cops and if they knew it was David.. Where does Martha live? Sam has the beat on the van, but what else does he know.. The woman who lives in David's house made a run for it huh.. I wondered before if she was actually capable of being part of a plot that hurt her son. I guess she is. And if she wasn't part of that plan, then she is running away to hide from being exposed as an PPF*ckee, even as her child lies severely beaten in ICU... Shameful, coward. I wish her hell.. Twoey, I think once all this settles down, will be in the unique position to be there for David as David was for him. I suspect to Ginny's role might even be bigger now too.. And poor Tommy.. Even when David heals physically, we'll have to worry about him mentally.. My thoughts are all over the place.. I hope this gets better soon...

Merrick is safe, for now! I don't even think Jorrah and the Senator know what they're in for. Jenson is pissed, Audra is pissed, I would not want to be them. But first, Jenson needs to get to Merrick.. Also, Luda and the Senator? Luda's surprise at the Senator's actions makes me wonder about his involvement. Maybe all isn't as it seems or maybe Luda didn't know the Senator after all.. Waiting to find out.. Great chapter Lit!

I was worried for nothing. Leo was receptive, and I liked his response to the scar and Tait retuning to work. I also liked that Tait made the decision to see Leo independent of Philip. If Leo does come through, it will give Tait some control of his life again which would, in turn restore some of his confidence. Lots of regrets and what ifs, but I feel like Leo really did care for Tait. You can't always go back though, and that's a door I feel should be closed to romance.. Finally, Phillip's feelings are out. Sean definitely needs to be dealt with, and I think Tait is getting to where he needs to be to deal with that so he can move on. And absolutely before he can think about anything with Philip. Another great chapter tim.... I've depleted my 'likes', but I'll be back..

I love that food was the fuel for this story. Lol.. Lots of interesting info and I was totally absorbed in the descriptions of the food tastes and textures. Loved getting to know the characters who were quite intriguing. I especially liked how Jeff came to appreciate Phillip's craft so to speak, and could possibly be considering a career change. Very well done. Nice story..

The breakfast scene was just so tender and quiet. Seems they've found the place that exists, where the world only includes the two of them and Michael. It was home, in every sense of the word. I love the very real way Patrick worries about their future together.. He should talk to Peter it's true, else his thoughts may lead him to panic.. Love how that devil went 'poof' in the face of Patrick's lustful thoughts... Hehe. Pillage and plunder....Patrick is definitely coming out of his shell.. Those two might implode soon. Very nice Tim!

D2 effed up royally.. This could be such big trouble. Ugh.. Not going to think about it.. I'm glad, but how sad is it that the boys from Syracuse are taking lead in what's going on with David. Gary should feel badly. This is the one time he should know that giving David space won't cut it.. Not even going to touch the Alex/David/Twoey/Randy sorta quadrangle that's wanting to form until D2/David are in a better place and thinking clearly. Well, you know...

Damn Val, that was so good. What makes it even more sinister and terrifying is that there are real Hanks out there.... Great realism, and interesting take on the theme. I feel badly for Danny who will no doubt have a hard time living with this. Tristan lost his life to Hank's delusional obsession. Great job..

That Brady could not allow himself to give in to whatever it is with Ryan, because he was scared of disappointing or being a disappointment makes me sad for all the Brady's who go through this. Hopefully they find the strength, courage and support to just be able to take that small step. Very well done CM...

I agree with the other reviewers. This is beautiful and sad. The weight of loss is very hard to ignore.. You did very well Emi.

This made me smile too.. I loved the visual.. Nice job!