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  1. Parker Owens
    Tobyn's confusion is a good theme for this chapter. In his place, I'd be both intrigued by and petrified of so powerful a man as Kellar. He must know Kellar won't hurt him, but that doesn't necessarily mean he wouldn't be intimidated. Kellar seems so sure of himself, so completely at rest and serene in his own skin, whatever shape it takes. How could this be the scrawny foster child who once got bullied so easily?
  2. Parker Owens
    Only the third shifter he's met? Who were the other two? Oh, I know you'll tell us...or at least, I hope so. But you have deftly laid out some mysteries for us to ponder. But the most important one is whether Tobyn and Kellar will become friends.
  3. Parker Owens
    So Kellar leaves his final foster home with a quid pro quo...He won't destroy Warren, and Warren won't call in men with guns. That's not necessarily a good bargain. But he gains his freedom, and mobility. The howl of freedom at the end is absolutely priceless!
  4. Parker Owens
    There is no going back from this experience, and Kellar's shock at it must leave him viscerally uncertain of himself. What kind if psychological torque and torture could it cause? And how can Kellar fit it all into his life experience? You are doing a great job of trying to put us into Kellar's shoes. Or paws.
  5. Parker Owens
    This story took a turn from what I expected. Normally, I'm not a big fan of shifter/were creature stories, but so far, I am intrigued. Color me surprised and interested.
  6. Parker Owens
    Thank you Gary for reading about Tomas and Fletcher. It seemed important to describe why Tomas seemed so nervous, so shy about connecting with Fletcher. I was very nervous about posting this chapter. While I hoped its final sentences would outweigh the pain, I couldn't be sure that some readers would find the hurts described too hard to bear. I am glad your heart felt full and happy, as mine did. Tomas surely seems to have arrived at love, and Fletcher seems there, too. Let us hope this is a final destination, and not merely a place where they catch connecting flights to somewhere else.
  7. Parker Owens
    You originally suggested I get a journal or sketchbook some months ago. Taking your advice was one of my better moves. I am slowly filling up a repurposed notebook with false starts, beginnings and final copies of poems, many of which will never see the light of day. But you were absolutely right. And I think the day will come when someone may try to make sense out of my scrawl, and it will be a valued bit of what I leave behind. At least that is what I hope. You have hit the nail completely squarely on this one, Tim.
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    Adieu

    Parker Owens commented on Mikiesboy's story chapter in Adieu

    I read this with immense sadness. You write with power and truth, not play. Do not silence your voice, I beg you.
  9. Parker Owens

    Early June

    Parker Owens commented on skinnydragon's story chapter in Early June

    How does one review a life developing into joy? How does one respond to the constant surprise of the beloved? How does one express the ongoing pleasure reading about a deepening and widening love? Thank you, Skinny, for this story.
  10. Parker Owens
    I love this story. You have spoken to me, as your voice often does. I read it swiftly, then again, savoring it. Both men can wonder if it is too late, but Eddie 'life half-empty,' is a perfect turn of phrase to make it worth the risk. Beautifully told.
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    Brownie Points

    Parker Owens commented on Parker Owens's story chapter in Brownie Points

    I am glad you enjoyed this enough to respond. Doing a fridge purge recently gave me some inspiration, as did a huge influx of garden produce. As the much youngest in my family, I was expected to be the universal food disposal unit long after my brothers left the scene. I envy you your sesame rolls, but perhaps you can smile upon my cheddar cheese and fresh-tomato bagels this morning.
  12. Parker Owens

    Tattoo

    Parker Owens commented on Sasha Distan's story chapter in Tattoo

    Great story. The seesaw of misunderstanding has the heart ricocheting all over the place. You are a master of that!
  13. Parker Owens
    Thank you for this story. Thank you for its imperfections, for nobody's story is perfect. Thank you for keeping dozens of characters juggled successfully and for bringing (nearly) all of them safely to a conclusion I could live with. Thank you for having the patience to complete this tale, even though some of it clearly meant pain for both writer and reader alike. It is sad for it to be over, but I know that your creative mind will present us with many more characters to love and to inhabit our hearts.
  14. Parker Owens
    I know all, all, about this, yet you express it succinctly, perfectly.
  15. Parker Owens
    No, they never grow old, even if they send their sons and daughters to us (much) later in life. One cannot help but reflect on how the color and sound of their lives here was irretrievably altered by war, disease or tragedy. Thank you for reflecting on this piece.
  16. Parker Owens
    Thank you, SD for this kind review. It is sad, but true that some of us live with burdens and barriers to happiness that last for lifetimes. But somehow Fletcher and Tomas together have made it possible to shed the past and begin to live. I am so very happy you liked this.
  17. Parker Owens
    Oh, Tim, you have made my day. It makes me happy that you are enjoying their story. Thank you. And yes, Fletcher is exactly what Tomas needs.They are each keys to the other's lock. - P
  18. Parker Owens
    Awesome! The Bard has a wonderful Knight, after all. And the Queen succumbed to the magic of a man's tongue - but it was the Knight's, after all! Now surely will the Bard sing praise unto the Queen for all her days, and just as certain love so bright will croon the Bard for his fair Knight. Fantastic!
  19. Parker Owens
    Yes. For Tomas, I think finding Fletcher must have been like finding one's way home. But it is understandable why he should have been so nervous on their dinner out. Many thanks for reading this chapter!
  20. Parker Owens
    Thank you AC...I have found a new fave!
  21. Parker Owens
    Thanks for your comments. Tomas has had a very unhappy set of experiences, enough to make him wary and cautious and unsure, as we have seen. I hoped to convey the peace and deep joy that must have accompanied the clarity of that morning moment. I appreciate your reading about these two men as they discover each other.
  22. Parker Owens
    Sunlight streaming through the window woke me. Did I remember what had happened? In that moment of waking, I was powerfully aware of being in someone else's bed. "What a beautiful day," I murmured to myself. And I remembered. Mine is a simple, if extra long, mattress, on a bare metal frame. The bed I woke in was a queen, and I sprawled diagonally across one of the most comfortable mattresses I have ever slept on, buried under a thick down duvet. I smiled. And as my mouth curved upwards, my
  23. Parker Owens
    I am very glad you did! Thank you!
  24. Parker Owens
    I am glad you liked this story so much. I am sorry I was traveling and did not see your review. But I hope you found something in these chapters that touched you, as the characters did me. Again, my thanks.
  25. Parker Owens

    Chapter 20

    Parker Owens commented on LitLover's story chapter in Chapter 20

    Every chapter surpasses the one before. Corey did something stupid, and hurt Jason. He owned up and did what he could to fix it. But what is more revealing is that Corey already made plans to seek help. He knows how deeply he loves Jason, and will try to heal if it means they can stay together. Looking forward to seeing what happens when Corey's mom comes to visit. Will that Jason get a welcome or a smack?
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