Robert Rex

Finally! Glad the guys are moving closer! But also glad concern for Casey is the overridding factor. Now if uncle can just be managed ... Another fine writing job. You've done well!

Great to see the different perspectives of the characters. Especially nice to find out our Norse god has feet of clay, at least regarding his inner demons. Good job of building characters and potential conflicts. I'm looking forward to more!

Nicely done wrap-up to a fun story! You've created characters and situations that work, and hold our interest non-stop. I'm particularily intrigued to see what you'll be doing with Tag and the furballs. Love those little guys! Although right now, they're almost dog-like with their group mentality--sensing emotions and kinda/sorta gaining some concepts of human emotions--I can see the group mentality advancing rapidly. I found it touching when they "sang" in their happiness/relief. What's the old line, "Music conveys what words cannot"? Additionally, there's almost a sense of sadness that the AI Echo projects. Are human emotions the next step in it's evolution? We'll see. All in all, a great chapter, a great fun story--and can't wait till the next one starts! You've done well!

Damn tough chapter! Brady is trying to rationalize his feelings for Silas, trying to be mature--and yet we all know he's overthinking things again. I'm hoping he'll be freer in following his heart soon! Nice to get the background on the band. Musicians, I think, can be volatile, and yet they've all managed to pull things together for success. Nice writing job pulling together in shorthand each character's personality in few words. I'm already looking forward to the next chapter!

Adam is gonna be an interesting character...their meeting after "therapy" was fun (Adam noticed him through school, but didn't act on it?) and their upcoming "date" at the diner later. Really enjoying the story, and the almost breezy style you've used to depict Jason. Good job!

What a messed up home life! Cold, distant, totally detached from a normal kid, his parents are real pieces of work...geez. And totally unprofessional therapist--what rock did all these people slither out from under? Hope better times are ahead for our hero--and a damn fine writing job/style underway.

What a touching chapter--two strong mature men comfortable in managing/discussing their feelings! Like many early-onset couples, they're both overthinking things, though...sometimes merely accepting and verbalizing the feelings can be enough; kinda a verbal shorthand that still strengthens the relationship without leaving one feeling emotionally drained. Think that happens in long term relationships, and I'm looking forward to the guys getting to that point. This was a good chapter to help them get there. And can't wait for the hockey game--gonna be both funny and fun when Chet and Michael play with M/K's matchmaking! Another thorough chapter, buddy!

Love it, love it, love it! Another damn fine chapter--moving emotionally without being maudlin, dynamically interesting hearing each point of view, and using each character's accent was a stroke of genius. (And, as the guy here with the knock-off 'Gomer Pyle' accent, ya got Doc's cadence of Southernese down perfectly!) Solid writing of a fun occasion in a true feel-good chapter. Yeah I'm a happy man as I drink my morning coffee. What a great way to start the day! Damn fine job, buddy!

Nicely done start! You've got a good hero, and lots of options for direction to take the storyline. Plus, everyone remembers how tough high school is, whether you're the new kid or not! And, think his parents are going to be interesting characters, too ... there's more to them than meets the eye! All in all, it's gonna be a good story--now where's that next chapter? <grin>

Josh, you're right--Tantalus is a fun read! And the followup story to that one has just started; think you'll enjoy that one just as much. Glad you're here ... there's lots to read, and great folks, too! Dive in, have fun! And Welcome!

Thanks for the comments, Dathi--and for sticking with the story!Yeah, the playing field needed to be leveled; Barry was not himself, due to the drugs, but that's changing. Bubba is strong and smart, and he'll bring his own skills to making the situation better. As for Sid, there's definately something going on there ... Bubba had already commented on how things weren't normal with Sid, and now Bulldog is picking up on something going on, even if he's not certain what it is. Glad you're enjoying the story--and thanks for the kind words!

Loving your light/breezy writing style! And the meeting of Conor and Zach was funny as hell. Good job!

What a nice story! I'd missed the first chapter, and am now caught up---and you've done a great job setting up a story line, with Silas as an interesting, self-reliant character. I suspect he won't be nearly as self-sufficient if he and Ian are able to talk; there's a LOT of unresolved issues there. Really looking forward to more of this tale. You've done a great job so far!

Gary, think Barry's dealing with the boys' loss is due both to Dave's strength, and Barry being able to open each of those "boxes" in his head and deal with them one by one--and "The boys' box" was a biggie! Think Rex and Barry are gonna end up "brothers from other mothers"...that bond will continue to develop, especially since Barry is already comfortable with the idea of his (previously unlabled) insights. And thanks for the "Half-GA-earnings" offer...Now just explain to Carlos how he needs to match that! Thanks for the comments buddy!

Sounds like you're a Southern Decadence veteran--and next time you're in New Orleans, let me know--first beer is on me!True, SD is a HUGE event--last year 60,000 gays came to party--but keep in mind this is a suburban bar outside NOLA. With the bars in the French Quarter packed, it's a different crowd that stays in the suburbs. Quieter, lower key events ... and a barbecue on the patio fits that for an entire weekend's party. Glad you're enjoying the story--and thanks for the comments!

"Friends forever"....What a charming chapter--despite the drama, the relationship is rebuilding. Nicely done!

Let's face it--Martin is a manipulative bastard--whatever love he may have had for Casey has been lost, and all that's left now is scientific curiosity--and protectiveness of his "discovery", knowing that his announcement of Casey will make him famous and/or rich. It will be explosive when Martin finds out how much Shawn really knows about the situation...and just how far Martin will go to "protect" Casey. Another fine chapter!

Damn hot chapter--and damn hot start to a fresh story! Love the way you've set up both characters as fiercely independent, and yet needing far more than what they're getting. Our hero's mysterious job--whatever it is--as well as the stranger's mysterious presence give you a great set of options for the storyline! Don't think Dell will cover damages to my laptop if it bursts into flames from the quality and hotness displayed on the screen during this story--but bring on the next chapter! The risk is worth it!

Not bi-polar, sugar-rushed and maybe a little ADHD thrown in for good measure! (Oh, look, there's a squirel....) Seriously funny stuff going on here, and going to be interesting to see how Connor reacts to Zach! Keep it coming!

What a fun chapter! You've set up an interesting couple of characters, and it'll be intriguing to see where you take this story. Looking forward to the next chapter!

Really enjoying your story line here--the impact of being the senator's son as our hero grapples with his own sexual development, all in the context of Katrina. You portrayed the Wal-Mart scene perfectly! But, why am I suspecting someone in his "inner circle" of friends is going to out themselves to him? I'm looking forward to the next chapter!

Yup, Defiance, Barry's boys are constantly on his mind--he's said that before. I think the think that'd be the hardest is knowing the "no contact option" is one that's self-imposed. Jackie's not coming back, so that's done; but the boys ... well Barry's gotta stay away to make sure they live. Helluva option to hafta select!And, Bubba coming home will help! Glad you're enjoying the story--THANK YOU for the kind words!

Thanks, Daddy! Glad you're liking and following the story! You'll see quite a few things happening quickly in the next few chapters--get ready!Appreciate the comments!

Glad ya liked the chapter, Carlos! Remarkable what too many drugs can do to a guy, isn't it?! And, as I told Cole, he's obviously liked the story, since he's signing up for an account ... watch for a review from him! Thanks for the kind words about the writing--the previous style, of a drugged up Barry with clogged emotions, was driving me nuts! Barry's normally direct and action-oriented, so it was a change to watch him morph into a (temporary) wimp. Glad you're enjoying the story--and the offer of the GA earnings is great; but, isn't the agent's fee normally 10%?

Yeah, and apparently Barry liked the stories well enough, he's signing up for an account here! LOL! And there's definitely stuff going on in the woods. Nice to see the old strong, self-assured Barry return--overmedication will do that! I'm anticipating that he'll be up for whatever's ahead. Thanks for the review!