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Wow.. Just wow and Omg... moving on..

Well, me neither. Did not expect that at all.. Jason was patient and caring before so I'm sure he will be again.. You told us only what we needed to know, and crafted a really fantastic short. Looking forward to more bits and pieces.. :-) Great job tim.

This is the worst kind of betrayal. Bloody Reed!

I recognise this story, and I remember liking it a lot. I look foward to reading it again.

And so, it continues. Boys... I will reserve judgment of Declan until we learn more of him. I'm just going to say if he keeps this vein his lesson might be a hard one.. I'm curious though about these young men..

I like this start very much.. Add a bit of sports and even better. Bailey is quiet..so hmm.. Im looking forward to more..

This was what I feared most, that Alek would give up. He handled his disappointment well enough, even being bold enough to confront Bryce. Liam is confused poor guy. But I'm hoping there's a silver lining. Maybe Alek's promise to stay away as Liam wanted will have the reverse effect who knows.. I'm reaching Lit.. Gah! I'm still team Alek.. But Nathan and Bryce sound 'Nyce'. Hehe..

So much to love about this chapter.. I already like Fiona, and if the other cousins have her seal of approval, then Patrick is well on his way to extending his family. It was great of Patrick to offer his customer that deal on the card so he'd find his chance at love. I hope he gets the guy. I had a thought about how Michael might be in the hospital, so I thought it was great that you mentioned Peter staying with him speak Dutch. I don't think he's learned enough English for it not to be confusing, but kids adjust surprisingly. Lovely Tim..

Ahh, Tim.. From learning about how warm and caring Patrick's mother was and that Michael is doing better than expected, it was a wonderful way to come back to this family. Always, I'm rooting for Michael who is a strong little boy..

Aand, Ritchie moves to DC. That move will ease the stress on the ailing grandfather, who seems to be fading quickly.. I'm so excited for him. He already has two brothers and what is sure to become adopted big brothers in the form of CJ's friends. Not to mention a host of uncles. No doubt he and Patrick being the youngest will bond and perhaps have their own adventures. All good stuff.. Rubio got a kind let down from CJ. But is Hillary a fit though? I guess we will see how CJ thinks. In a time when too many youngsters aren't proactive in causes, political or otherwise, it's great to see CJ being informed and involved. Great role models in his dads I can't be prouder of him.. Well done Carlos..

The first place I went (and I hope to offend no one), but I thought of baptism. The ritual use of water to cleanse and it's meaning that we are free or reborn. The wave washing over Wally leaving Scott to emerge with new hope and a clean start for a new life was symbolic of that for me. Anyway, I loved this chapter Parker, and from where Scott started to this point, it kind of made me a tad emotional. Ill leave it here, and await what's next for Scott..

Loved seeing the guys being dads to a teenager at that.. This was really sweet.. As was Mason..

Great chapter Gary.. I really love Arthur.. He is something else and determined that's for sure.. When Kellar was done with his speech I almost yelled "To Morningstar!" fist in the air and all. So, I cannot imagine that most of Vega doesn't feel the same way.. I get why some are reluctant to leave but I think Kellar was pretty convincing. I like to believe that we are all connected somehow, the people you meet or who come into our lives, it all happens for a reason. Earth Mother pretty much shows that there is no such thing as coincidence. I can't wait to see what's in store for all these folks.. Another great chapter Gary..

Sure this could stand alone, but the heck with that.. Definitely continue. Your writing is so vivid, I swear I could see the images slide across my screen. The story was intensely intriguing.. I never would have guessed that Jake wasn't a 'willing participant' in his feelings for Matt since he was torn up about losing him. Didn't think Matt maybe felt the same either.. It was a great piece Mac, and I'd be grateful for more, whenever...

There's the truth of what happened to Travis floating around, and this is why as noble as he was being, he needed to smack Katy with the truth. She is this way partly because she doesn't know better and I can't imagine she won't feel terrible if she knew. She might be about to find out anyway which doesn't bode well for her or Travis. By her statement at the end, Katy is just as broken and desperate for someone to love just her. Maybe the ranch isn't the best place for her to be if she feels she has to compete with Travis for the guys that float through. Maybe send her to Hollywood to be Audra's assistant? J/K.. But Travis just can't catch a break.. It was nice to see Ben on the other hand thinking of Travis' future needs. Does he even realise that he's thinking like a guy who's planning on being around? I like the ease with which he's taking to th ranch too.. And he put up with that stupid Uncle. Ben is a stand up guy and that good right now because Travis literally has no one there just for him.. Now I'm all anxious for the next chapter.. I rambled..sorry..

I can't blame Ryan for being upset. He let his guard down and is vulnerable, and Erik seems unaffected - just doing the job.. It've said this before about Erik, so I wonder what it will be that makes him show himself to Ryan. I'm curious to find out what his motivations are.. Great job HB.

Loved it! Your pacing is excellent. Revealing their pasts in small instances is like us getting to know them as they're getting to know each other, and I love seeing Eriik and Ryan thier connectedness even more.

Great chapter Caz.. Somehow I don't think Toby is quite off the hook just yet. But everyone is alive and recovering that's all that matters now. The boys off with their Doms and Tara watching over Toby....whatever will happen next?

Oh Gary, this is so very well done. In more ways than one Maurice was letting go. David saw that too. I'm glad he turned around it provided the opportunity to take that next step to living or moving on.. Beautiful and hopeful.. Thank you.

I got all warm thinking that Wally and Graham were moving to a connection.. They were in a way, and then bam! What was Wally thinking! What were you! I get that Wally might be wanting to do something selfless for once, also subconsciously for Graham. But, storm, waves, deeeep sea... Okay so maybe he catches the sea flu and Graham has to nurse him back to health.. Thereby bringing back my warm feelings for the two.. Because Wally is going to be rescued.. He is..

I think Cookie knows exactly what he's doing with Wally, and I like it.. And Graham? Another friend with no agenda.. Wally seems comfortable with them and even though he's noticed Graham, there's not that predatory tone to his thoughts. All good things and new experiences to further Wally's positive turnaround..

I really thought I left a comment on this chapter. My bad.. It was a solid chapter. Shows how much CJ has grown and is in command of his emotions. Ethan- oh my... But he was handled.. I love that Richie is so fiercely protective of his brother and Owen. I hate to say it but maybe he and CJ inherited that streak from their mother? It also made me want more of Richie.. Loved the chapter..

If the guys trust Ethan, I suppose that's alright.. Does he have to be so damn handsy with Sean though? I mean really? And Cristina, what the hell was that. Sean does not do women... Unless it's moi... Now that's out of the way.. It was a nice getaway for the boys. I hope Doc and the dads have a good cleaning service or else it will smell like gym socks for a long while.. It was also nice to run into Colt.. Don't hear about him and Tony too often.. And Sean is switching it up huh... As long as he's happy.. Also, CJ was cool to ask about picking up the tab at dinner. Even if Owen is getting used to the money thing, it was a nice gesture.. Good chapter Carlos..

Simple pleasures. These are some of the best memories. Fighting over who got the spoon or the bowl. Stealing batter when you think no one is looking.. The mess, the mad giggles, the endless chatter, the smells that made you feel safe and loved.. The warmth and smile this evokes.. Thanks Val..

This is good. Liam taking charge of his life. Maybe he was complacent with his relationship and where he was in his career. Now that Alek is off working to make things right, Liam can expand his horizons too. He'll learn new things and grow and Alek will... well, Alek will learn not to underestimate the man.. That way when they get back together, they will be better off for being apart. Alek's sister didn't look too happy seeing Nathan and Liam holding hands. I wonder if she knows what Alek is planning. If she tells Alek, it would either make him lose hope (NO), or speed up his plan. He needs to let us in on it quick.. Nathan isn't even the second person Liam would have called with the good news.. Just sayin.. Nice job Lit..