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Excellent chapter! Bobby does the right and honorable thing by returning the crackers to Mr. Atwood. Pete asks Bobby if he wants a cup of hot chocolate knowing that there’s more to this child being outside in record cold temperatures with out the proper clothing. Bobby tells him that his father threw him away because he’s worthless. Pete lets the boy stay and is horrified that anyone can do such a cruel thing. Being gay and having a young boy in his home could lead to many problems he doesn’t need, however he does the noble and honorable thing by inviting Bobby to stay. It’s ashamed that there are so few people who will help a child in need these days, everyone is so wrapped up in their own lives that they just assume someone else will assist them. I’m definitely looking forward to the next chapter! 😃❤️
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Excellent chapter! The way that the younger boys have accepted and encouraged Xander by telling him that they know about his problem and they don’t care shows how well this incredible family has taught them about empathy, love and support in a “Me First’ world is a tribute to Josh and all of the family members who have dedicated their lives to service to others who are in need. I am glad that Pop and the older boy’s were able to install the new slides in time for the sleep out. I wish that these types of homes, run by good caring people could be operated in every state to show kids what their lives should be. There are enough Billionaires and Millionaires to be able to fund them. Sadly they won’t because there’s no return on investment. Thanks Bill for letting us live in your world for a brief time, these stories have always been a very nice distraction from what’s going on outside our doors these days! I’m definitely looking forward to the next chapter! 😃❤️ You’ve definitely brought tears to my eyes tonight. Thanks.
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Outstanding chapter! Richard arrives with news about a young boy who suffers from pediatric incontinence causing the poor boy major embarrassment, mistreatment and teasing for a condition that he cannot control. The fact that his foster parents added more abuse while withholding medical attention and undergarments which would surely have helped his situation is absolutely disgusting. Far too many foster “parents” are only involved for the state payments. Xander will probably excel in this family filled with love, support, empathy and plenty of other boys to interact with under the care of Danny and Brandon. The baby, T.J. will also join the family under the care of Trey and Dion. I’m excited for the newest family members to arrive. I’m definitely looking forward to the next chapter! 😃❤️
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Chapter 14 – Winding Up My Stay in Allentown
flesco commented on Bill W's story chapter in Chapter 14 – Winding Up My Stay in Allentown
Excellent chapter! The visit with Frankie and Carolyn went extremely well and Josh really got a chance to get to know his future daughter-in-law better. They seem to have a very good plan in place for their wedding and have a decision on how many and what sex children they want. Josh was extremely touched by Frankie asking him to be his best man and his reasons for his decision. Once Josh finished his visit he returned home and was warmly greeted by his grandsons who were bubbling over while retelling their vacation stories. They then dragged him outside to see the restored tree house and new deck which the younger boys are ecstatic about. A call from Richard wanting to speak with everyone after Danny gets home, I wonder how many he’s looking to place? Cole invited Josh and Pop over for dinner, so everyone is wondering what’s on his mind? Every member of the family knows that love and family are what makes them happy and they will always help children who are in need. Thanks Bill for another great chapter! I’m definitely looking forward to the next chapter! 😃❤️ -
Chapter 13 – We’re Together Again
flesco commented on Bill W's story chapter in Chapter 13 – We’re Together Again
Outstanding chapter! The Texas travelers have returned home and are greeted warmly by their family and especially by their puppies who missed them terribly. Dogs unfortunately have no concept of the passage of time. The younger boy’s are extremely excited about the rebuilt tree house and new deck. The older boy’s are a little bit jealous that they didn’t have the opportunity to enjoy the tree house while they were younger. The spouses left behind were very happy to have their husbands home. They’ve been enjoying some quality adult time. Everyone is looking forward to Grandpa’s return the next day. I’m definitely looking forward to the next chapter! 😃❤️ -
Chapter 12 – Frankie and Carolyn
flesco commented on Bill W's story chapter in Chapter 12 – Frankie and Carolyn
Excellent chapter! Nice to visit with Frankie and his fiancé Carolyn, Josh is happy that Frankie proposed and Carolyn said yes, with their wedding scheduled for the following year. There’s going to be a busy summer of weddings coming up, the first in May for Ricky and then Frankie in July. Frankie being promoted to detective in the state police means that he’s doing very well in his career and with his upcoming wedding his life is definitely looking happy and content. I’m definitely looking forward to the next chapter! 😃❤️ -
Chapter 11 – Adding the Finishing Touches
flesco commented on Bill W's story chapter in Chapter 11 – Adding the Finishing Touches
Outstanding chapter! All of the hard work upgrading the tree house and new deck by Pop and the older boy’s should be appreciated by the younger boys upon their return from Texas. I especially enjoyed Elliott, Ian, Ryan and Noah complaining about how sore they were after working on the tree house, while Pop said he was only mildly sore. Trey was enjoying making them squirm over the liniment to relieve their aching muscles. I’m definitely looking forward to the next chapter! 😃❤️ -
Chapter 10 – A Lot Going On
flesco commented on Bill W's story chapter in Chapter 10 – A Lot Going On
Outstanding chapter! Trey has really gotten Ryan interested in learning how to cook basic recipes for when he’s living in an apartment either on his own or with roommates to keep expenses low and to have nutritional meals rather than fast food. The treehouse is coming along despite the weather delays and will hopefully be completed before the younger boys return home from their vacation trip to Texas. Dobby and Flash are getting some extra attention and exercise while the younger boy’s are gone from Trey which is great since the puppies don’t understand what happened to their boys. I love the description of the long boring drive between the city’s in Texas. Distances between cities in Texas are long. There are generally many attractions along the highways and Interstates to help break up the trips. I’m definitely looking forward to the next chapter! 😃❤️ -
Chapter 9 – Finishing Up In Philly.
flesco commented on Bill W's story chapter in Chapter 9 – Finishing Up In Philly.
Excellent chapter! I’m sorry to see the time with Ricky and Tiffany coming to an end. I never would have imagined Ricky seeing King Lear. Josh has a lot to be proud about with Ricky and Tiffany and the level of maturity he’s developing. Neither Josh nor Graham mentioned the student that Graham’s been worrying about to Ricky. The concert with The Rolling Stones was nostalgic and the surprise light show in the sky was a nice touch. Now it’s time to see Frankie and Carolyn. I’m definitely looking forward to the next chapter! 😃❤️ -
Chapter 8 – A Little Change of Pace
flesco commented on Bill W's story chapter in Chapter 8 – A Little Change of Pace
Outstanding chapter! I am glad that the older boys are rebuilding the tree house for another generation of boys to explore and play in. It has been a long period since the tree house has been used. I am also looking forward to finding out more about Frankie after meeting with Carlos and his mother in the last chapter. The younger boys visiting Texas don’t seem to impressed with the museum’s they’ve visited. Texas has the only pink granite State Capital building in the United States and is quite beautiful. The trip to San Antonio I believe will be more entertaining for the boy’s with the Alamo, Riverwalk which has been greatly expanded over the past few years. Additionally there’s also Sea World, Six Flags Fiesta Texas, and the Mission’s Historical Site. Thank you Bill for keeping me sane with this wonderful story of love, compassion, honor, duty and service to others is sadly lacking in the world that I unfortunately live in. I would love to live in your world. I have my passport! I’m definitely looking forward to the next chapter! 😃❤️ -
Excellent chapter! It’s really great to spend time with Ricky and Tiffany, she has had a calming effect on the legendary prankster. The spring wedding being planned will be the family event to gather all of the family members and extended friends in one place at one time. I’m actually looking forward to it. Ricky has become a responsible adult and will make a terrific parent, unless he passes his penchant for pranks on to his children. If he does everyone will need to be on guard. Thank you for the detailed information about the city of Philadelphia, I’m looking forward to getting to visit and your better than a travel guide for what and where to visit. I’m definitely looking forward to the next chapter! 😃❤️
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Outstanding chapter! I really appreciate the way the younger boys are telling the stories of their adventures in Texas. The innocence and wonder comes across perfectly. I have neighbors whose kids are around the same ages and whenever I talk with them they sound the same. I’m loving this story. I’m definitely looking forward to the next chapter! 😃❤️
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Outstanding chapter! The visit by Sadie with nearly all of the San Francisco family present led to some revelations and understanding of how and why they acted the way that they did. Sadie admitting that their home town being a prison and the church is the lock let everyone know that she’s happy that Adam and Artie have escaped the trap. Adam and Sadie settled their past and are now ready to move thier relationship forward. Her announcement that she’s looking at apartments while they’re at work and school through both of them, while making them very happy. It was unfortunate that Mason wasn’t present, but I’m certain that Sadie will be very happy to meet him. I still think that Ezra hasn’t given up, but let them all enjoy some peace and quality family time together. I’m definitely looking forward to the next chapter! 😃❤️
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You are welcome Bill, I have lived in Texas for 30 years, 18 in San Antonio and 12 in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex.
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Excellent chapter! I’m glad that Trey took Dobby and Flash to the dog park for a play date and socializing with other dogs. I’m also happy that Trey finally let Noah know that Holly only see’s him as a little brother. The family members visiting Texas got to visit Six Flags Over Texas theme park, where I work. It’s an amazing place for families to enjoy their adventurous side. With the exception of the current pandemic, I’ve enjoyed working in a low stress place where we do everything possible to ensure everyone has fun! The trip to Hershey Park sounds like an amazing time for those who didn’t go to Texas. I’m Jealous, I’ve never been there yet. I’m looking forward to the research that you do on places the family visits. I’m definitely looking forward to the next chapter! 😃❤️
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Outstanding chapter! I really enjoy the museums, and historical sites that this amazing family visit. I also learn a lot about these cities and towns as potential locations for my husband and I to visit. It’s so nice to get to get updates on the older family members, I absolutely love the feeling and remembrances of their youth with Josh. It’s cute that they are teasing Josh about being old. I am really looking forward to getting reacquainted with Ricky and how his life has changed after his promotion. Thank you Bill for another opportunity to visit with the Currie family! I’m definitely looking forward to the next chapter! 😃🤬
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Outstanding chapter! Eric is the advisor to the King that second guesses what he’s advising to be certain that he’s giving him the best advice. Eric is trying to determine if Klaus is truly an agitator or if he’s been taught his behaviors by his father, grandfather and great grandfather who may have been given instructions by the Russian’s to keep the King on track working for his people. I’m definitely looking forward to the next chapter! 😃❤️
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Excellent chapter! The proposal between Olek and Helga as Queen on the Makarovian News Network will start the one year process of approval by the people. Mario’s family coming to visit will be very nice. The broadcast of the conversation between King Olek and Klaus Ordan didn’t go exactly to plan when Klaus broke into the Palace looking for the King. His neighbors didn’t react well and he’s been told that he’s being absorbed by Romania. He’s getting what he deserves for his constant complaining and whining. I’m definitely looking forward to the next chapter! 😃❤️
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This was an incredibly powerful story about a young boy who lives his life on the Autism Spectrum and how he faces the societal stigma associated with this poorly understood disability. He shares his experiences in the first person and gives the readers a chance to experience the world from a different perspective. You will be inspired, saddened, exhilarated, angered and amazed by this frank and unique experience. You will learn about how he see’s his world and how he learns how to navigate the problems he encounters and triumphs in the end. I truly appreciate the extraordinary effort that went into creating this story and the utterly amazing characters. This is a must read! 😃❤️
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Exceptional chapter! This story had my undivided attention from the start, your use of first person storytelling was brilliant and the attention to detail in letting your readers experience the life experiences of a young person on the Autism Spectrum was simply amazing. I am so impressed with this story and the way you gave insights into their world. Anyone who reads this story will come away with empathy, understanding and compassion for those whose lives are misunderstood, feared and avoided by the majority of people that they come in contact with. Thank you for this amazingly insightful story and the utterly amazing characters who inhabit this Barnstable world. I sincerely hope that you will find a way for those of us who Love Charlie Danner, Billy and the other family and friends to visit their stories again. They’ve become a part of our family as well. Well Done Geoff! 😃❤️👏👏👏👏👏
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Outstanding chapter! The pressures of running the Manor, cleaning up the finances of not only the Manor, but all of the businesses and people as well, Rashan’s temper tantrum all combined to bring Jihan to tears when he read Andiya’s letter. Rashan, Firuz and Yasmin were all feeling guilty and Sympathetic while seeking to make Jihan feel better. The difficulties between the leader of the Iron Lands, the Empress and Jihan will test Kastan. Nieth giving advice on how to make Jihan feel more welcome in the Silver Shore Valley and getting the people to understand him has made Kastan realize how much he loves him and how he has left him to fend for himself when he found him crying on the porch. I sincerely hope that Kastan, Jihan, Rashan, Andiya and her baby will all survive the treachery of the Empress. I’m definitely looking forward to the next chapter! 😃❤️
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Excellent chapter! The love between Artie and Dizzy is growing at an exponential rate. Dizzy’s maturity has increased dramatically since Artie’s arrival, as has Artie’s belief in himself. His self confidence has increased dramatically, while Adam’s acceptance of the guys relationship has developed into a true family dynamic. Adam just needs to take the next step with Mason and ask him to move in with them, thereby completing the family. I am glad that Sadie kept her word and was there when Artie got home from school. All the pleasant things that are happening I’m afraid is the calm before the next major storm hits, namely Ezra. He’s definitely not going to give up, I suspect that he will claim that Adam is an unfit parent for Artie, and an investigation by children’s services will begin. I hope that I’m wrong. I’m definitely looking forward to the next chapter! 😃❤️
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Past Shapes the Future: Pt 2
flesco commented on R. Eric's story chapter in Past Shapes the Future: Pt 2
Outstanding chapter! There is a lot of depth in this chapter if you take the time to understand what you are reading. Most people these days skim through the chapters and are entertained while it they follow the formula that the reader expects. Authors write a story about a subject that has meaning for them. There’s many stories that just follow the time honored formulas that are supposed to make the writers popular. True storytelling IS an art. If you are looking for a standardized experience you should go to a multi-plex and see the latest film part 19. Artistry makes you think, makes you understand and makes you want more. R. Eric is an artist, he is an author and to me, he can do no wrong. I sincerely hope that the “critics” will go back and try to understand what the characters are doing and why they are doing it. I very much enjoyed the past chapters and am looking forward to the next chapter! 😃❤️ Thank you for the opportunity to enjoy your stories and the exceptional amount of time and work that you put into them! 👏👏👏👏👏👏 -
Excellent chapter! You’ve brought separation anxiety between the couples who are in different locations to light. Most couples have difficulties sleeping apart after sleeping together for an extended time. The conversation between Trey and Ryan about learning to cook meals for himself was very humorous, he did agree that learning was in his own best interests. The additional conversation about Holly and her lack of romantic interest in either of her brother’s was also very enlightening. Noah remains clueless, but will eventually figure it out. Romantic feelings are very difficult to understand especially when it is totally one way. Danny’s extended days are making communications with the travelers difficult, until Trey recommended that they call after 8:00 Texas time, thereby allowing Danny additional time to be home. I’m really enjoying the extra work that you are putting into the differing points of view with Josh and Trey, it has enhanced this book so much. Thank you Bill, I really appreciate everything you put into your stories. I’m definitely looking forward to the next chapter! 😃❤️
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Outstanding chapter! I absolutely loved the interaction between the key team members at the donut shop, Colleen and Dizzy, Artie and Adam, and most definitely Lindsay and Adam. Artie’s concerns about the viability of the business were laid to rest as Lindsay explained the methodology and work ethic that has made them successful. Another subject that Ezra had no clue about. It was a surprise when Charlotte arrived and gave Artie a verbal lashing for not responding on his phone. I also appreciated Sadie’s comments about Ezra always being a major jerk. A truly apt description for that piece of garbage. Colleen has made it clear to Dizzy that he better be treating Adam well and also helping out around the house. I can hardly wait for Artie’s plan to tell Dizzy that he loves him, knowing Artie with some helpers like Adam and Mason, the day should be filled with romance and happiness! I’m definitely looking forward to the next chapter! 😃❤️
