Robert Rex

Glad you're here, Studio...you'll love it! And great job on your story (yeah, just finished the first 2 chapters). Lots to do here, and you'll find the folks here friendly and knowledgeable.....Enjoy!

Nicely done story...fun, interesting characters, realistic dialogue and situations--and that sneaky hand-grab at the end was, well ... cute! You did well! Looking forward to more!

Nicely done description of the depressurization--in the dark. Hell, the whole chapter was description without being boring, and you kept us focused on our heroes. Something tells me the Furballs have a plan, and they'll somehow step in to save their link and Jim. Good job!

Mike, glad you're plowing through the story!Chapter 12 I had some issues with...how do you adequately describe the depression/loss of everyone and everything you had known? Chapter 13 was needed--we really needed to hear Dave's voice on all of this; I'm hoping we'll have his voice in future chapters. His is an important start of the story. What an honor to think that you'd not only read the book, but pay to see it at the movies AND keep it for reviewed viewing later! THANK YOU!

This was a tough chapter to write--had to cover lots of details that were all small, but critical to describing the scene of destruction!Thanks for the compliment!

"The mating dance at the gym". Damn hot chapter at so many levels! The emotions are intense...as is the fun they're having; that's a sexy combo! You did well on this, buddy ... The characters are so real, I'm ready to take 'em out and buy the first couple of rounds! Fine job! Just next time, please don't use a song from The Monkey's...I'll be humming "I'm a believer" the rest of the day! <grin>

Mike, I'm not at all certain that Barry is any different from lots of people we know. When you're so totally overwhelmed with life, sometimes the only way to survive is to "box it up and deal with it later". Think that's exactly where Barry is in the hurricane of his life.And Dave is the rock that's kept him sane...how can ya not love the guy?!?!? Glad you sticking with the story....hope you'll continue to enjoy it!

Aw, Mike....you're gonna make me hafta get a bigger hat....swelling my head like that!Seriously happy you've gotten into the story.....Thanks for updating on where you are in it!

Glad you're likeing the story, Mike!Regarding the labels...I think some of that is just "shorthand". Easier to express a lot of stuff quickly. And Barry is obviously "gay for" Dave. (And yeah, think we've all known guys who've had that sort of feeling.) Also glad that you're enjoying the characters. Probably the nicest thing you can say to a writer--especially a fledgling one like me! Keep on reading...you're about 3 chapters away from a biggie! Thanks for the comments!

Thanks, LadyL for the kind words! Glad you're enjoying the story...Dave and Barry are interesting characters; neither one of 'em are exactly wallflowers, so when they mesh, sparks fly!Barry, despite the depression he went through and the help he got, is remarkably sensitive, and I think he's still wrestling with lots of issues. He's also remarkably observent, as shown by how much he picked up on in the bar. As for N'awlins, it really is a case of "tough times don't last, tought people do"...think that attitude accounts for the free-wheeling spirit of the area! Thanks for sticking with the story---there's a few surprises ahead--and thank you again for the kind words!

Nicely done story! Greg and Liam are interesting characters, and the story leaves me wanting more. Just exactly what did Greg say to Liam? What kind of history do they have? How'd they first meet? Can Liam truly "forgive and forget"? And what challenges are ahead--can they really make a relationship work from such a stormy start? You've whetted my curiosity.....Now, get another chapter done on this thing! <grin>

LOL....glad to hear it! Anything special in that chapter ya liked? If so, include it in a later review--always intriguing to see what strikes a chord with readers!

Definately think you need to go dancing--regularily!Hell, get your ass here, and we'll take over a place together! Glad you're liking the story!

LOL! Glad the image of Dave in his Wrangers got to ya! it IS a hot image. (And yeah, there is a guy here who looks kinda like Dave... I'll hafta introduce ya next trip!)You're right: unless you've lived through that kind for storm and it's swath, it's all hard to imagine. We were under martial law for a month after the storm, no one allowed on the roads after 7 pm, so businesses all shut down at 6. I'd stopped to pick up cigs at a convenience store coming home one night in November (2 1/2 months after Katrina), the guy in front was buying 2 pints of milk. I commented on how he must be hungry for the flavor of cold milk. "Nope, I live in a rural area, we don't have power yet, so keep everything in an ice chest--this is for my little girl's cereal tomorrow morning." Damn near cried there in the store. You'll see some good times roll ahead, and some challenges, too. (and glad Joe is your favorite BOB!. The deputy may have a few surprises too! Thanks for the comments, buddy!

Clochette is right....Roger is an asshole; it's clear the only one he cares about is himself. It's damn near an abusive relationship..."tell me everything you're going to do to me that I love". And the sad part is that Josh accepts and attempts to rationalize the relationship. (Another sign of abuse--at least mental--it's always "your" fault. "I love this area, love my business, could never ask Roger to join me here--it's my fault we're separate".) Can't wait for the "Roger Resolution". Why am I suspecting Roger has a guy (or guys) in every port, and Josh is just a part of that harem; no more, no less? And will Josh at least get to see for himself that Roger is a slimeball? I'm hoping so. Good job with this chapter, and good job writing characters real enough you can develop such strong feelings about 'em! Bring on the next chapter!

Damn! You're zippety-do-dahing through this story! I'm gonna hafta write faster! Seriously...glad you're enjoying it...means a lot!

Go back home, fix some grits with lots of butter and add the sausage to a gravy you make for the biscuits.....that's great ANYtime...why wait for brunch?

A couple come immediately to mind, in addition to the ones listed here..... 1) The ending of "Longtime Companion". The scene where the guy's (dead) buddies flood the beach, when we don't hafta worry about AIDS anymore. 2) The ending of "The Color Purple". Cele's kids, who were taken from her, return to greet her in a windblown field, along with the sister she loved and who was forcibly separated from her. Those two, along with the others mentioned here, can definately make me "tune up" (A term used in the south for the long wail saved for serious crying....maybe "tuning up" the voice for the sobs? Hey, it's southern, it makes sense, at least at an emotion level! LOL)

Met my first standing in line at a movie theater..They were showing "Making Love". Made small talk, sat together during the movie, out for drinks after. We were together 3 1/2 years ......then fate intervened. Great guy.

Welcome, Kilgore, and Kaths! Hope you're enjoying yourselves...lots to see and do here! Again, welcome!

Nice to bring in a guy--Shawn may make a great friend or romantic interest for our hero! And, suspect Shawn is writing here on GA....got a candidate or two in mind--maybe even using pen names... Nicely done!

Nicely done plot twist to have Ian show up. Can't help but believe there's another motive there. Does he need money? Need to hide out from trouble? He's drugged out regularily and truly needs someone to take care of him? Don't know that I'd have left the little shit alone in my place--I'd have thrown him and his clothes out the door. Good job keeping the interest up, and keeping Chet's focus on Aaron!

It's definitely an interesting place, Daddy....you'll see!Thanks for the comments!

Glad you liked, buddy! Thanks for sticking with the tale!

Nicely done! Great dialogue (loved the gentle kidding of his friends!) and loved Rob for standing up and taking charge of the bully. Your typical solidly consistent good writing!