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That big slap you heard a bit ago was me slapping myself upside the head. How could I have forgotten Odie. He made a brief, but great, appearance. Thanks for the tip.It saved a bunch of searching.

I continue to be amazed at the foundation you have had Will and Liam create! I have to ask if you have experience with charitable foundations, or are you a clever researcher? And where did you get the ideas for the SAT class and work experience for the shelter kids? All are pretty impressive. It is no surprise seeing Will and company take Stephen under their collective wing. Another great chapter, but I am drawing a blank on Odie. I'll need to scan back through earlier chapters. Thanks.

It is nice to see Ian and Pat become a family. They both have some baggage, but it's good to see them let it go little by little. Thanks again for all these great characters!

I agree with Scary. I figured kiss and confession and story over. But you, oh diabolical author, have other plans. I can't wait to see how Ava reacts. I think Glennish is wrong about her. Didn't they agree to beard for each other? It will be interesting to see where you plan to go from here. Thanks for more good story.

I guess I am a chapter behind. The good news is I can move right on to part two! I like these characters more with every chapter. You have created interesting people that seem real. Can't wait to see what Rob is up to.

Sounds like a nice party. It was good to get the family view of Alek and Liam from the sisters. Now to figure out who is the first guest to give Alek the third degree. Thanks.

OMG! What a hot kiss! What a good story! Thanks.

Thanks for these side stories! They add an extra layer of enjoyment to "William's Love."

This was a most enjoyable chapter! I am glad these kids had a fun day with no big drama. Thanks.

OMG! This was great fun! I am having a little difficulty keeping all the teens straight, but I imagine we will get to know them as they react to this disaster. Thanks.

Louis is lucky to have a mother-in-law like Rena. I'm guessing they will be a good support for each other. You have written what I feel are realistic thoughts and comments for both Louis and Don. Life changing events can bring out the best and worst in people. Thank you Tim. Keep up the good writing.

As an aside, the sign of Capricorn is mine. This was a great chapter! Not only all the legal action, but a big new family for Jeb and Hott Rodd to get to know.

I can't think of an alternative plan for Darwin. I hope you have something good up your sleeve. I don't want to read about a student shooting at school. I plan to hold out for one more chapter before I start asking about the rest of the characters you have introduced to us. Can't wait to get to the next chapter (tomorrow. It's bedtime, and I do have responsibilities tomorrow)! Thanks.

You have assembled an interesting collection of characters! I am trying to keep them sorted. Since I'm on to chapter two, that should help. I am more that a little worried about Darwin. I don't want to believe a person could be driven to think like he is thinking, but I know it happens. I am anxious to read on. Thanks.

I am not certain whether I should say WOW or FINALLY! So, I'll say Wow! The lovemaking was terrific! And, finally Alek gave in. I realize why he was waiting. Liam initiated, so that makes it even better. Can't wait for the party. Thanks.

I have a daughter, and most of the birds and bees stuff was handled by her mom, so I'm not certain how this type of conversation goes. From my point of view, the conversation between Pat and Ian felt real. You did an excellent job of bringing out their character traits by what they said.

I think your title for this chapter says it all. And that is exactly how the relationship between Teddy and Ryder is progressing. Both Teddy and Ryder may be a bit more than average in their personalities, but their progress to becoming a couple seems pretty real to me. Still really enjoying this story. Haven't commented in a while and wanted to say thanks. Jeff

(imagine singing) " Got a whale of a tail to tell you lad. A whale of a tale or two." The song is from 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea (Disney version), and it jumped into my head when I read the title. I caught the play on words in the title, and assumed the rescuer was a merman. This is the second story of yours I have read today. It is new to me, and it was a lot of fun! I enjoyed all the comments and the clever suggestions for more encounters between Triton and Marcus. I especially enjoyed the one chapter bread crumb comment! Thanks for adding some pleasure to my day. Jeff

I am waiting for the next installment on a couple of stories I am following, so I was looking for something to read. Your name is bookmarked along with a few other authors I enjoy. I don't think I have read all your stories yet, but as I was browsing your title list I remembered reading this one. Aside from the fact this is such a sweet story (and I mean that in the best way), you have done a great job of presenting well rounded characters without a lot of words. As you mentioned to another person's comment, this is meant to be a complete story, as short stories usually are. However, I don't remember there being a rule about not being able to revisit characters in another short story. Just saying... 😉 Thanks. Even the second time around, this story is most enjoyable!

Just in case you're feeling unsure about the beginning of this story, just check out the comments: powerful (x5), well done (x2), great (x2), strong (x2), plus gripping, incredible, and one hell of a start! And I concur with all of them. I think MacGreg said it best. You put us right into the story and gave us enough information to connect-the-dots without a lot of detail. Because you seem to capture the emotions so well, it make me wonder if you have had a similar experience in your own life. After this emotional start, I look forward to more. Thanks. Jeff

Mikiesboy took the words right out of my mouth. After reading and enjoying your poem, I was trying to decide what I wanted to say. I read the comments already posted, and they echoes my thoughts. Well done! It's a lovely tribute to a good friend. Thanks for sharing.

In some ways it's the classic opposites attract. I like both of these characters. To me both have a need for someone special in their life, especially Grant. I agree with a comment from chapter two. I like the way you are letting the relationship build, and not just jumping right to the romance. Thanks.

I skimmed back through the earlier chapters and found no mention of the Crenshaws. Are they one of the church families No-name had lunch with? How great that he and Jeb are brothers! I hope the CPS lady doesn't screw up their chance to be fostered by the Crenshaws. I am still really enjoying this story! Thanks.

Have we met Adam before? I am drawing a blank. Guess I better go back and skim through William's Love to refresh my memory. Thanks. Jeff

I like the way things are progressing between the guys. It was good for Alek to show his fear over moving too fast. I think it helped Liam see how committed he is to making their relationship work the second time around.