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Goeff was a little abrupt in terminating the conversation perhaps, but nothing she could really characterise as being rude. His mother does her damage more by being thoughtless and lacking in empathy, I think. I don't see her as authoritarian. We'll see ...
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The talk does seem to be looming in the background, doesn't it. Certainly, if Geoff doesn't go prepared, his mother is likely to dominate the proceedings. Thanks for your comment.
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I think in my mind, Geoff is the first of Tony's boyfriends who has really bothered about his diabetes. Maybe, after so many years of relying only on himself, it's difficult for Tony to allow someone else in? We'll see ...
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Yes, it is. And nothing seems to ever be straightforward. Poor them? Perhaps ...
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Well ... our demon's not a client, never mind a well-heeled, dissatisfied client. He's a staffer, and not well paid at that. But I did have fun with his speculations. Thanks, Tim.
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As an author still very much learning on the job, I've only recently started to include intimate scenes in one of my stories. In a way, I'm fortunate ... The character (Geoff from Soul Music) is only now discovering his sexual side, so that gives me (and him) the chance to get used to the idea, while taking things slowly. I don't see myself ever doing anything really graphic - that's not me. Which comes back to the article above - write at the level you're happy with.
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Tony stood to the side in the crowded aisle of a supermarket on a Friday evening. He wasn't sure where he needed to go next. He looked back at his boyfriend who was slowly pushing the shopping trolley along. “OK … What's left on the list, love?” Geoff appeared to be in a world of his own. Tony hoped he wasn't dwelling on the incident from earlier in the day. A wonderful, fun shopping trip marred by the actions of one ignorant woman. There again, it was perhaps more likely Geoff was brood
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@Headstall Thank you, Gary. What a wonderfully perceptive comment. Yes, as I was writing it, I heard him saying it all, either in his head or, as you imagine, on stage. I'm enjoying the challenges these monologues are setting me.
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tim, that was an excellent response to the prompt. Thoroughly enjoyed it, though the thought that 'being gay is a disease' has lasted that long is sad. Thanks!
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No sooner had the demon knocked at the anonymous door, than a cheerful voice called out a greeting. “Come on in, dear. I've got everything just nice for you. I sure you'll like it.” The demon froze in the act of crossing the threshold, his tail mid thrash. What the fuck was going on? That was a woman's voice. A woman! Where'd she come from? He'd never seen a single woman in hell … Now he thought about it, that was strange. Why had it never occurred to him before? Earth was populat
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On the subject of tags ... Despite the plethora already available, I do find myself writing things for which only the most general tags are appropriate. My latest short is an example. Tags used: Mature adult, Europe, No sex, Gay, for a monologue by an actor musing on stage performances, his life, encroaching old age, acting, and fame. Not a complaint, just an observation ...
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Thanks for telling me I was spot on with the characterisation. That is a great compliment. I'm sorry if it was too accurate for your comfort. That makes me thank you even more for your comment.
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drought! What an amazing comment. Thank you! The connection was one that never occurred to me.
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That applies to all of us, however much we think we don't care ... Thanks, dugh.
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Yes, he isn't completely self-obsessed. Though if the whiskey made its appearance, that might well change. Acting is one of those professions where old age is often to be feared for precisely the reasons you name. Thanks, Tim.
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Actually Eric came first by quite some way. Apart from the fact that they're both older men, lonely, I think they are actually very different. Class, education, life experiences, friendships. Certainly the challenges of being old fascinate me ...
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Yes ... In a way it's a bit of a cop out, but I couldn't bear the idea of ending it without some hope. It's so dark, light of some sort was essential.
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Wow, the audience loved me tonight. Felt the adoration coming off them in waves. How many curtain calls was it? … Six, plus two solos, just for little me. Standing out there, literally centre stage, drinking in the atmosphere – amazing. Looking out at all those people. Was it a full house? Pretty much. Just think – it was me who made them cry, laugh, gasp with shock. Held them in the palm of my hand from beginning to end. Yes … my stage presence is that good. Me? Boasting? Not much. You do
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On stage, it's been a great night, but the glow soon fades ... An actor's soliloquy.
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Tech Tuesday - Activity and Activity Stream
northie commented on Myr's blog entry in Gay Authors Archive
Thanks, Myr. I must confess I don't use this at all. Every now and again something prods me to look at it, I set up an activity stream, and then never go back to it. Not for me, I think, though I appreciate that many other people rely on them.- 6 comments
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I rarely invest time in reading multi-chaptered stories, but this one is intriguing. And that's good in my book.
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Didn't he just. Although the way he did it seems to have garnered a mixed reception from other readers. You can't help feeling a little sorry for Andy, I think, as well.
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Spoilers, spoilers ...
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@Timothy M. Andy starts out trying to deny his actions were the cause of the mishap, and he also tries to deny the voice in the back of his head. Yes, Adam gives him a good shake down, but Andy isn't completely hopeless. At this point, I think Andy starts to realise that enthusiasm isn't the answer to everything.
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Yes, indeed. His voice - which only shouts loud enough once Adam starts prodding him. Would Andy have found his own way to the same conclusion. Yes, but it'd would've taken longer, I think and wouldn't necessarily end up with him apologising to Eric.
