How sad this is. So many poignant memories and moments, and all in the past now. However, the good Doctor had wise words, and Chase actually listened, at least this time. Perhaps he has a chance to heal now.
Thank you for picking up on the notion of original sin woven into the fabric of Not the Apple. You also heard me well in Overwintering, The Last of Them has several sources, and it makes me glad that its reflection has shone on you too.
Overwintering came to mind as a poem to remind us of the need to help those with no roof and no warmth. Not the Apple was written following the advice to write what I felt. The Last has several sources. I’m very glad these connected with you.
What a chapter. A sexy successful hit for the screenwriters, but outside work, things are breaking into pieces. It's engaging reading. I'm only sorry I have to wait for the next chapter: I'm looking forward to the talk the four men must soon have.
Not the Apple
It's not the apple's fault,
nor an error of the branch
that made the garden wither
and the frail flowers fall and fade;
no design flaw in skin or seed
caused their leaves to yellow and curl,
admitting in their dried up drifts
to a newly discovered mortality,
and neither were tart sweet flesh within
nor shining black indwelling seeds to blame.
Blighted boxwood, bean and begonia
shrivel under the shining sun,
and half-furred
I love these glimpses of stationery life. Thanks very much for reminding me of the short lives of my erasers. Heaven knows what the long suffering four-color pen must think. Or does it have a multiple personality?
Thanks for a great story, even if these two went to the wrong cities.
But as you say, there’s always free agency. Hope we might see them again one day.
I’m enjoying watching Riley develop; I wonder how Phil will change as a result of meeting him. Riley seems the mire sure footed of the pair, Phil the more colorful. They will make great roommates. Can’t wait to see what else is in store for these two. Thank you for a great and informative chapter.
I’m immensely grateful that you took the time to read Andy’s journal and to follow his story. Thanks so much. It’s wonderful that you enjoyed it, and I thank you for your kind words. As for Reed, until I can write his story, I know he’s in good hands. Again, thank you for reading.
Simon is so lucky Niki is there for him and Rosie. It really hurts to feel powerless, backed into a corner and without resources. I sincerely hope Simon’s dad is defeated in court with a thorough tongue lashing from the bench.
In keeping Chase on only friendly terms, Hank is protecting himself, and it seems like he has his reasons. Chase promises to seek professional help, and maybe that will help him heal and move forward. Unless something different can move Hank, it doesn’t seem they’ll move closer again. But what do you have in mind?