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  1. Parker Owens
    Sometimes parents get an idea or an impression, and it leads them far astray. Brett recognizes this in César’s ‘thinking like an accountant.’ Now to see if César can think like a parent who may have irrevocably damaged his relationship with both his son, future son in law, and his husband. That may concentrate his mind considerably. Great chapter!
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    Hi! Glad you are here!
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    Chapter 21

    Parker Owens commented on Cia's story chapter in Chapter 21

    Something evil is definitely afoot. The captain will be on his guard, we hope. What to make of Kohen, and his quick thinking? And what will those who engineered the death of the crew member make of these, too? You are weaving a great tale.
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    Thus was a great entry, Carlos! I really enjoyed hearing from this variety of authors.
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    Thank you so much for these words. They mean so much to me. I hope these are happy tears, tears of joy and hope. It is immensely encouraging to know that this story affected you, and that you have read it twice through. I am very grateful.
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    clay

    Parker Owens commented on Mikiesboy's story chapter in clay

    For me, it is the final stanza that connects with me the most. The sculptor is pleased; this is what matters, what fulfills.
  7. Parker Owens
    I very much enjoyed Jimmy and Drake making family history by putting Preston in his place and opening Dot’s eyes. I cannot imagine Preston letting this slide, though. More, please?
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    You are certainly in tune with my thoughts in Unanswerable. There is no way to know what the time ahead of one will - or will not - bring. One acts, and the world reacts, or passes by. You are also absolutely right about the intrinsic observational nature of the poet. That indeed may isolate a writer, even in a crowded room. Thank you so much for your comments, and for reading these.
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    You know I liked this chapter. I am imagining Geoff in pink and Tony in blue. Zoe was quite gentle with Geoff - so far. Now all four are together, I can’t wait to hear the conversation. And I love the menu!
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    Once again, you have led us through a breathless excursion in the life of CJ and Owen, connected by CJ and Owen's touring of the Listons at Ozzie's graduation. So many places and venues - Boston, New York, Georgetown...I feel as jet lagged as the Aussies. But being with all our friends makes the exhaustion worthwhile. And I am anticipating the photo shoot. Hope there will be some extra photos.
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    Thank you for your thoughts on these. It is not that particular opportunity I mind missing, so much as not knowing at the time that it was significant. Loneliness in a crowd is yet another sadness; it makes connection to the world, if not companionship, difficult. I am grateful you read and responded to these.
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    Each of these observations resonates with me. I love the poem about pines and maples, particularly. Thank you for these.
  13. Parker Owens
    Thank you, Moggy. These powerful emotions and desires continue to haunt. They probably always will. I really appreciate your thoughts.
  14. Parker Owens
    As a child, I was discouraged from asking “what if” questions. My poor parents wearied of them. Yet they still remain. I loved your characterization of the second sonnet. That was wonderfully done. Thank you for reading and for your kind comments.
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    Thank you, Dugh. Reflection is rarely done in a perfect mirror. Often, it is the sense of isolation in a crowd that can trigger that reflection. Thanks again.
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    Thank you jp. You really got to the central point of these. The first has a mixed kind of regret. Being overlooked and ignored in the second shows that can sometimes be the hardest thing of all. Again, thank you.
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    It was sad to remember the episode in the first of these, both then and in the present time. There is no answer to the universal question. The second of these came from feeling lonely in a crowd of people; a situation that seems to happen more often as I get older. Thanks so much for reading these, and for your thoughts on them.
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    The first recounts something I remembered from long ago; it was sad then, but remembering it has me thinking about the 'what if.' The second came from a day of prolonged watching and waiting at a ski lodge. I felt lonely in a sea of people. Funny how that happens. Thanks so much for reading these, and for your response.
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    Unanswerable And in the golden folly of my youth, you slurred that I should meet you on the stair, and follow to undress within your lair, though I your invitation thought uncouth; You'd spent the night with gin and dry vermouth, and I knew not my chances were so rare, so I disdained to lie with you up there, for then I did not grasp the awful truth: That moment was the last I'd ever know of some desirability to man; now time's deep waters 'neath the
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    I found this story today. How did I miss it? It was my great loss to do so, though. Great story so far. Can’t wait to see Jimmy bust Preston’s chops.
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    Hello Ali. Glad to see you.
  22. Parker Owens
    This kiss makes me glad, because it shows just how far we've come since the dark ages when I was growing up. tim used words like accepted and support; words which rarely applied to earlier generations, it seems.
  23. Parker Owens
    Spring asparagus! I will cheerfully share; it is a favorite of mine. I love your metaphor for poems as sticky webs. It’s elegant and wonderful.
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    Cellar Door

    Parker Owens commented on MacGreg's blog entry in Musings by MacGreg

    This is a fascinating post. There are so many words with sounds that trigger a smile or cause a frisson of pleasure. euphonious trigonometric inimitable These are a few. I know there are more.
  25. Parker Owens
    I am sorry to have been so slow to respond to your really kind and encouraging comments. You’re right about that one moment defining the story, and possibly the lives of the two boys. The many unanswered questions and unfulfilled possibilities that arise from the story motivated me to write it. What ever Stanley and Jamie do now, as adults, cannot be easy. Thanks again.
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