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Chapter 12 Poetry prompt 15- Ode to Ra
Parker Owens commented on Headstall's story chapter in Chapter 12 Poetry prompt 15- Ode to Ra
This is a wonderful poem. The warmth of the sun, of Ra, likened to your lover. How incredibly apt. There is the joy and the delight when either returns from a long absence, and the despair when you know they will be gone. Perfectly matched. Thank you for this! -
I am very sorry to have taken so long to reply; I hope your tears of joy have dried. More gratifying is that the characters remain vivid and appealing to you at the end of the story. I hope you still remember them a year from now. I also hope you will feel like revisiting A and Z someday, and that the story will have worn well with time. Reed has a life of his own to lead, but Andy and Zander will be there for him, surely. Many thanks for your very kind and generous reviews.
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Again, thanks for your patience. If the last chapter healed the past and made the boys whole, this chapter heralds their happy future. And you are right: their love will grow and promises to be a wonderful, wonderful thing.
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Chapter 65 Taken Away
Parker Owens commented on Parker Owens's story chapter in Chapter 65 Taken Away
Thanks so much, Lisa. I appreciate your being patient as I catch up on things after a long absence. I am so very glad you liked this chapter. Andy and Zander making sweet love was simultaneously wonderful and difficult to write. I am glad it appealed to you. -
Chapter 65 Taken Away
Parker Owens commented on Parker Owens's story chapter in Chapter 65 Taken Away
Dear Def, somehow, I missed this lovely and thoughtful review. I apologize. I am so very happy you liked this chapter. I agonized over it and re edited it about a million times. Andy and Zander giving themselves to each other was one of the hardest and most wonderful things I got to write. And it was good to dispose of Roger, wasn't it? Thanks for your review, and for being patient. -
Welcome, and hope you enjoy GA!
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Week Twelve Friday, November 21, 2014: Twoey Meets Alex
Parker Owens commented on skinnydragon's story chapter in Week Twelve Friday, November 21, 2014: Twoey Meets Alex
David is returning to himself, and becoming more himself again. His taking stock philosophically certainly sounds like the David we knew earlier. Now David must deal with those mesmerizing green eyes...and he has no excuses of distraction or other events to put that off now. Twoey suddenly going all jealous when Alex arrived was so cute. Hope it makes Twoey work that much harder to connect with David and leave Erik to his own devices. And little horny Chuck! Wonderful chapter, and looking forward to more! -
Freshman Year - Chapter 17
Parker Owens commented on oat327's story chapter in Freshman Year - Chapter 17
One helluva ride. The ultimate sin of pledging because it's what's expected just smashed Adam in the face. No more Kevin. Just more self hatred. Ugh. -
O. Henry Short Story Prompt 1 – The Green Door
Parker Owens commented on Mikiesboy's story chapter in O. Henry Short Story Prompt 1 – The Green Door
Quirky, vaguely creepy, definitely unsettling. Did Rudi get what he wanted? Or was there something out there that got Rudi? Perfectly written to leave us questioning...loved it! -
Oh dear. It sounds as if it's Jack's time for a relapse...and Luke is in the doghouse, too. At least the two of them have become more comfortable. Circling, circling...circumstances may yet be right. But in the meantime, one wonders what Jack is up to.
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Italian Sonnets Poetry Prompt 10
Parker Owens commented on Mikiesboy's story chapter in Italian Sonnets Poetry Prompt 10
Tim, I know I am late in reviewing, but these are so powerful, so eloquent. Owned is a horror, expertly written and you make me feel its intensity and outrage. I want to hurt the man who is hurting you. Dream makes me cry out differently, for the pain of a love that seems like a mirage rather than a destiny. And we should all be loved this way; it ought not be a dream at all. I admire your rhyme and attention to the structure...it flows easily, and pulls me along as a reader. Molto bravo! -
Fighting Words and the Epilogue
Parker Owens commented on Mikiesboy's story chapter in Fighting Words and the Epilogue
Oh, very, very lovely. "I haven't asked you yet!" I thou up this ending was perfect. Glad for Tait and Phil, that they can be one another's now. You crafted a wonderful epilogue to an exciting and compelling story. Was afraid for what Sean would do to Tait when he appeared. Glad the cavalry in the form of Phil and the officers appeared in time. Thanks so much for this wonderful tale. -
You are so very welcome, and I am glad this story touched you. All stories must end, though, and I am content Andy and Zander are happy and in love. There are so many other great stories waiting for you here, too! Thank you so much for reading A to Z and for leaving such a very kind comment.
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Chapter 64 What I Remember
Parker Owens commented on Parker Owens's story chapter in Chapter 64 What I Remember
I am so very glad you got a seat in the back pew to see the wedding with everyone. Andy managed to survive his horrors, walk the roads, live in hiding, get through this frazzled day so that he could do this. I felt just as emotional as you did when I wrote it. That Andy is not related to Gunnar is a great weight off his shoulders and off his heart, too. In some ways it is the best wedding present he could ask for. Thank you for reading Andy's journal, and for your wonderful and generous comments. -
An amicable parting without hurt. Moving on to sunlight and affirmation. Great themes developed here. Well done. I liked this.
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Chapter 9 Surfing the Waves
Parker Owens commented on Headstall's story chapter in Chapter 9 Surfing the Waves
Whew! I see why the name for this chapter fits so well. Up, down, up down, poor guys must feel seasick. Poor Craig actually losing his lunch, seemed apt. But how wonderful apt is the support and love Jared and Craig demonstrate for each other throughout this chapter. These are the strong bonds that will hold them fast to break whatever fall either one may experience. Thanks for a great chapter! -
I see green in all seventeen syllables. Wonderful anticipation of the season!
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Late, but hopefully not too late, dad begins a healing conversation. Good for him. Casey had better talk privately with Dad and Linda about Lane's 'willy games' before the parents find out on their own and freak. Great that Casey is getting a class with Shade. Hope something comes of that...
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I'm delighted you enjoyed it, Emi. As I said to SD, this poem appeared in my head completely unbidden. Had to scramble all day to remember it and write it down! Thanks so much for rut encouragement. And I love coffee, too!
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I am so very glad you liked this. I had a long tussle with the last stanza, 'O love whose heat...' There were so many directions to go in just four lines...coffee, one of the best inventions for love and friendship ever conceived...the stair was just hanging there, waiting like the speaker, on the off chance it could be used...I am glad you sensed the fear in this, too. Many thanks for your kind comments...
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Thanks, SD. Tim's had a great dramatic turn, this one more of a tableaux effect. The fulfillment is just barely sketched, but plainly there. Glad that came through. The first line came like an unexpected gift in the middle of the workday. Spent the rest of the day distracted trying to write bits on scraps of paper to stuff into my pocket...
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I could have written a poem about the embarrassing waiting around I've done in just that way...but oh, dear, that would be galling...In this, the hope was fulfilled. Thanks for noticing 'acquiesce' which I liked better than 'surrender.' I am humbled by your kind words, and I am glad you enjoyed this.
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I am very glad you liked it. I can remember hanging around, endlessly waiting, hoping for a special someone to appear on the off chance...I'm still embarrassed, because nothing ever came of it...Thanks! - P
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O love that rides the cresting wave, that cannot be resisted, save I hide myself in reason's lair from that insanity I crave. O love whose rhythm fills the air, I wait embarrassed on the stair perchance I hear your step descend and with me pass a moment there. O love, the crystal stars portend A moonlit smile; you call me friend. And we an evening's pleasure take To linger over coffee's end. O love so thirsty naught will slake, desire so deep with need I quake; I revel in
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Week Twelve Tuesday, November 18, 2014: Gary’s Mission
Parker Owens commented on skinnydragon's story chapter in Week Twelve Tuesday, November 18, 2014: Gary’s Mission
David is awake and functioning. David's friends are beginning to connect some of the dots. David's real family loves him. Go Tommy! Even with your doubts, you're going to put it together. Matty acting scared of a girl? Hard to imagine. Alex might pursue him, though. That could be highly amusing! I am enjoying the chatter, but I am looking forward to some serious Twoey-David time. Soon. Please?
