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    Journey

    Parker Owens commented on Parker Owens's story chapter in Journey

    Thank you, Oxala. This took me a long time to figure out.
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    Journey

    Parker Owens posted new chapter in Occasional Poetry

    Upon the table mutely sits the phone, attached by antique cable, copper thread, connecting lives uncounted to the world. The uncomplaining instrument awaits an electronic pulse, a message sent through ether or by labyrinthine wire. Obedient to physics, holding on for fickle man until the instant comes: a call, design and purpose to fulfill. Yet silence reigns, the darkened house is calm. But now it blares aloud into the night. Quiescent dreamless sleep is torn apart, and every mo
  3. Parker Owens
    Thanks very much for continuing to read Andy's journal. I think Andy feels he wants to do this. He's actually making events happen for the first time in his life. Hope you enjoy what's left!
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    I herewith unsay all my suspicious remarks about Matty. For now. He was gentle and patient with Chuck, and worthy of the trust David seemed to have in him. Chuck was apparently very fortunate. David, on the other hand, is going off the deep end. He'll wind up hurting Twoey very badly, along with his own brother, while antagonizing a very dangerous foe. No, I'm rather annoyed at David just now for abandoning Twoey, Ginny and everyone else. He'll wind up alienating the very people he loves best. This was a great chapter. Thanks for ending it with something positive - looking forward to watching the other characters develop.
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    You a so very good to re-read parts of the story to get bits and pieces to fall into place. Garrett will probably look after the property issues for Andy related to his father's death. This will take a very long time to settle, I imagine. Allan said they'd get together in the summer; I would expect that to happen when the State Department lets him have a vacation. For Andy, marrying Zander is not a means to an end. Rather, he firmly roots himself where he had no roots before. The Question that has been repeated can both prompt thought and it can goad. Andy has been goaded quite a lot. I really appreciate your thoughtful and carefully crafted review. I hope you don't have to tackle so much again for the next chapter.
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    Glad you have enjoyed reading so far. Andy is surely anxious still, but he knows Zander loves him. Thanks again!
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    Oh, my. I think that makes me happy . At least Nonna was not as fearsome as Andy thought. Thanks for reading!
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    I am so very happy you loved Nonna Costanza. I really enjoyed writing her character parts. The 'are you sure' question must be hard for the boys to hear over and over and over, though. What might make the boys okay in marriage is that they clearly will have family support as they start out together. Thank you for reading, and I hope you like what is left to come.
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    Garrett is worried for the boys, but that's all. The dream/fear has Andy much more anxious and unsettled. But double teaming the clerk at the county offices was fun, and I'm glad you picked up on that. And surprising Mrs. Marjorie meant giving her the first shock she's had in years. I am so happy you found so much to enjoy here. Hope you like what's left to come in Andy's journal, and of course I thank you for reading!
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    A to Z

    Parker Owens commented on Parker Owens's story in Fiction

    I am very happy you liked what you have read so far. Ambrose Whitley clearly did his investigation well. Eustace would not have wanted to leave the farm long enough to accompany Ambrose. At this point in the journal, Andy's heart must be pounding like a snare drum in his chest. Hope you could feel some of that. Hope you enjoy what remains.
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    Andy is a great hearted person, who responds to love naturally. And he wants no spotlight, just to be married to Zander. But you are right: he has very little clue about the actual traditions and trappings. His worries about the wedding are very different to what many others have. Hopefully he and Dr. O'Shea can talk some of those out. Thanks very much for continuing to read the journal; there's a bit more yet.
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    Thank you, Tim. Concern from everyone, will (I hope) translate into support and maybe even a little life coaching when things get chippy - as we know they will. You're right that Andy's worries are different. Mrs. Marjorie and Nonna Costanza both seem really happy, and in their different ways, supportive. The Nonna character was a particularly fun one to write. Hope you like what's left of Andy's journal, and thank you so, so much for reading!
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    I think anyone who knew the boys even tangentially would ask them "Are You Sure?" But that doesn't make it easier for Andy to hear it all the time. Andy certainly isn't lonely any more, is he? His Italian Grandmother wouldn't hear of it. I hope you enjoy what's left of Andy's journal, and thanks so much for reading!
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    I'm so glad you liked this chapter. Grandmother Costanza was a fun character to write. Andy seemed a little overwhelmed by her welcome. Finally surprising Mrs. Marjorie must have been a very satisfying moment. The constant 'Are You Sure?' drumbeat has got Andy anxious and unsettled, too. Hope you like what's left of Andy's journal, and thanks very, very much for reading!
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    Well Andy sure has anxiety big time, and the 'Are You Sure' question isn't helping. The introduction to Nonna Costanza was a wonderful moment to write; she's a character I know from many observations. Finally surprising Mrs. Marjorie must have been a big score for Andy. Love KarmaPoints! Where do I sign up? Thanks for your review, and for reading this chapter of Andy's journal.
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    March 21 – Tuesday So. It's official. Zander and I are getting married! Really. Yesterday, Father Brewer called me on my cell in the middle of Physics lab. He left a message for me to call him, which I did, during lunch. I took my phone outside the building, so I could have some privacy – and so I could avoid the assistant principal, who constantly reminds everyone of the no-cell policy. The good news: we can get married. The harder news: the earliest date Father Brewer could give us was st
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    Two cheers for David...new advanced social studies class!...kept iron control with his ghastly mother...But his advice to Chuck, while very sound, may not be right for Chuck if Matty presses him ( literally) too far. Great chapter, and of course, I want more...
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    Gary, what profound expression of love and loving. The images and the tempo had me swept up in the passion of the verse. Perfect.
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    I your are not turned away by the emotions you feel. I am glad you have been reading and enjoying Andy's journal. Hope you will continue to read what remains. Thank you so much for you kind words.
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    I am so very glad you liked this chapter. Eustace was clearly glad to see Andy again, and Andy must have been pretty anxious to watch Eustace meet Zander. That Zander should be anxious and vulnerable himself is understandable. Eustace is pretty much a live and let live kind of fellow, and it showed perfectly here. Thanks for your comments, and I hope you like what remains of Andy's journal.
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    I'm very happy that you enjoyed this chapter, and that you thought it struck the right chords. It was a fun chapter to write, as it felt good to put these characters who love Andy so much all together. And yes, the old man got to see that he boy he'd become attached to was safe, sound and thriving. Thanks for your thoughts, and I hope you like the parts of Andy's journal that remain.
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    Andy's life is far different to Stefan's. How good it is to see how far he has come. I am glad you liked the reunion with Eustace. It was both exciting and tense for Andy to see Eustace and Zander together. This was a fun chapter to write. Thanks for your comments, and as always, thank you for reading Andy's journal.
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    I remember the Narnia books from when I was a kid, and I vividly recall the line "His name was Eustace Clarence Scrubb, and he almost deserved it." Perfect. I wanted an old fashioned name for the farmer Eric would encounter, and I thought of that one. I have never known a real-live Eustace, myself. I am glad you enjoyed seeing Zander meet Eustace. Andy enjoyed himself, and must be very relieved that Eustace seems to like Zander, too. How very kind you have been in your remarks; I am very happy. There will be more to Andy's journal - I just hope you enjoy it.
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    This was a chapter that felt good to write. The barriers between Andy and Eustace could be dropped. It's plain that the two still feel a deep affinity for one another. Eustace seems to be a fellow who can admit his mistakes, and he did so admirably, this time. That Zander should feel insecure and vulnerable is understandable - events have been rapid and unsettling - and now Andy gets to see Zander in a new light, and he seems to love him all the more for it. Glad you feel some issues that bothered you have been resolved. I know it took a long time to do so; sorry about that. I am grateful for your kind words and your insights into the story. Hope you like what's left of Andy's journal.
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    "Awakening Your Muse" hits it perfectly. Really like the images that come to mind as I read it. A muse awake is indeed finer than gold. Great idea for "The Hanging." I've had a very hard time with this prompt - can't settle on a point of view. But you've done this marvelously. Congrats!
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