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  1. Parker Owens
    What lousy timing for that girl to plant a kiss on Zander. But at least Andy is staying put for now. The cold can be a big convincer to stay in a warm place and out of the weather. Thanks for reading and staying with the story to this point. Next chapter is up on Monday! Thank you for reviewing!
  2. Parker Owens
    But the new year has begun. Andy may have learned that it's important to turn back and retrace one's steps once in a while. But it was a shame to see him so disappointed. Thank you for reading this chapter and for continuing to stay with the story. Thanks especially for your review.
  3. Parker Owens
    Entry for January 2, continued… No snow had fallen since the day before, so I didn’t have any urgent jobs to do. I don’t know what I’m going to do when it snows during school – do I get up extra early to shovel out, or can the Abbotts and Mrs. M. wait until after? I killed time by walking around town, by sitting for a very long time in the downtown diner, nursing a hot chocolate purchased with the last of my change, and by going into any store that looked open. Many were closed for New Year’s
  4. Parker Owens

    Work

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

    Thank you so very much for reading Eric's story. For once, Eric seems to have found a person who appears to be safe, at least for now. And for the moment, there is a dry, warm place to sleep. Maybe it will be good not to have it walk all day. Anything would be better than getting stuck with Roger the Green Hat. Thank you for reviewing what you read; it makes a huge difference to me.
  5. Parker Owens
    David must be really, really, jammed up and aswirl. His friend Nels, someone his trusts, tells him to get out of the Kathy relationship; Kathy does exactly the wrong thing - but something that David himself might have gone with not too long ago. He's now got to deal with having got himself into this mess, and wondering why it is he can't deal with what everyone else he knows seems to want. On the other hand, the scene with his father was so very encouraging, so very heartwarming. At first, it seemed like it might be another emotional catastrophe, but you wrote that so that my heart had to make a right-angle turn. Well done. Thanks for another marvelous chapter. Of course, I want more, like...Now.
  6. Parker Owens
    Story after bitter story. How does anyone trust anyone anymore? I don't trust Sheherezhade any more than I trust Oberon...heaven knows how Tristan is supposed to be wise enough to figure it out. He's only a phoenix, after all. What a pity there is no escape for any of them now.
  7. Parker Owens
    And with the chorus all as one, I add my voice to all the fun, A birthday wish, and all good cheer, that you will have a splendid year. Happy Birthday.
  8. Parker Owens

    Story

    Parker Owens commented on Headstall's story chapter in Story

    Heartbeat going a mile a minute...great story! Loved the ending, Sweetbreads? Santa likes sweetbreads?
  9. Parker Owens

    Story

    Parker Owens commented on Graeme's story chapter in Story

    Excellent. I love this! The end was particularly wonderful.
  10. Parker Owens
    Crappy from our point of view, but maybe better than what he experienced with his brutal father. I never figured out what books he read from the church library - doubt anyone realized they were missing, though. Parties have not been kind to Andy. It's a big deal that he's willing to go with Zander's encouragement; it says a lot about how maybe he's willing to trust Zander. Thanks so much for continuing to read the story and for leaving a review!
  11. Parker Owens
    Sad by you and me, but maybe better and safer than back in Carlsberg. And no way would he have felt good about fixing the snow blower back on the other side of the mountains. As for Kaz's party, Zander is a powerfully good reason to overcome his fears, but nothing can overcome his awkwardness. New Years actually comes on Friday this year! Thanks for your review, and for reading!
  12. Parker Owens
    Good news. Andy's getting up enough courage to consider going. Good news #2, Zander's encouragement is enough to push Andy to go. Maybe. Of course, it will be crowded open house,most that could be tough on Andy, too. Thanks for reading though Andy's vacation and into your own holidays. Next chapter is Friday. Thank you so much for your review!
  13. Parker Owens
    A difficult vacation is putting it mildly. But you're right, he has had good luck landing on his feet. So far, at least in Blackburn. And you're right about Andy and parties. He's just very shy and unused to social gatherings, and he often puts a foot wrong. But being encouraged by Zander is pretty powerful incentive. Thank you for your continued reading and for your reviews, which mean so much.
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    Blessings Found

    Parker Owens commented on Mikiesboy's story chapter in Blessings Found

    Blessings are yours in the people who love you; and in the people you love. Blessings are yours in the world you encounter. How beautifully you say all that. Your poetry is a blessing to all of us. Thank you for sharing it, and making my Advent and Christmastide happier - and more blessed.
  15. Parker Owens
    Sad, but safe. Andy doesn't say so, but he probably feels justified in having left Zander's house. The news that Zander is going to be an uncle must have been a big deal that Christmas. Ny Ar is on Friday! Thanks for your review and for reading through the holidays.
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    Summer Again

    Parker Owens commented on NightOwl88's story chapter in Summer Again

    Read this whole story in one gulp. Loved every moment. It was enchanting to know the pair as little kids, heartbreaking to see them separated; joyous to see them reunited in love. Thanks for this story.
  17. Parker Owens
    Yep, Andy made a big decision to go. It means he has to live on what the Abbots paid him, but he's willing to go, and that's the big thing. Also big is that he got to mess about with the big snowblower. Maybe Eustace would have been proud of him, but he at least can feel good that he fixed something. You're right in that his secrets and his past still loom on the horizon like a big black bank of clouds threatening to roll in. Thanks for the review. Look forward to Friday!
  18. Parker Owens
    Thank you for your review. There have been a few mistakes that I've caught after the fact, but if you missed them, I can relax. Anyway, thanks very much!
  19. Parker Owens
    December 27 Christmas morning at St. James’ church was odd. As daylight streamed through the windows, the rich, warm color in the church from the night before was gone. The baby Jesus in the cold light of Sunday morning looked practically washed out. There was church on Christmas Day, but not many people came. I guess that most people came the night before. Compared to the mighty roar of the people on Christmas Eve, the sound of the congregation seemed thinner, more timid. Still, there were
  20. Parker Owens
    Yes, it was pretty traditional. Fun to imagine, though I did not channel men in beards - I thought of setting, first - candles, small stone church (probably), evening or night - that kind of thing. Glad you liked it, and thanks for the review.
  21. Parker Owens
    Thank you for singing it! It hustles you right along, doesn't it? Thanks for your comments. I'll be listening for your voice.
  22. Parker Owens
    As I said to AC, perhaps I can write out the music.Do you play keyboard (or know someone who does)? Anyhow, it will be different from the traditional Swedish song I learned last year...
  23. Parker Owens
    Alas, I don't play. I will see if there is a way to get you the tune. At last resort, I'll write out the music. Thanks for your commentary. It really does hustle, at least in my imagination.
  24. Parker Owens
    Yes, I am sure. I agree with the priest of your memory...don't care what you sound like, just that you sing. Glad you liked this humble carol; must figure a way to get you the tune...
  25. Parker Owens
    Come and see the baby lying in the manger, Come and see the sign, the child in Bethlehem! Come and see the babe, and our release from danger, Come and see the sign, the child in Bethlehem! Round us shone the light, an angel came from heaven, telling out the joy, great tidings of good news! Round the angel choirs their loud Hosanna's singing, Come and see the sign, the child in Bethlehem! Haste, oh haste your feet on ev'ry road and byway,
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