Jack Scribe

I echo these comments (even left in the U.K./Aussie spelling). When I lived in Arizona, a bought an old 1973 Cougar xr7 convertible with a Cleveland 351 "muscle" V-8 and restored it. I loved the car and heads certainly turned when I drove down a street! Steve has my sympathies. I sold it when I moved to Chicago. Didn't think the winter salt on the street would be kind to the under-carriage. Have a feeling we're going to get to know the reporter much better in future chapters. I also am curious about the precedence of that little turd-face Eric committing a crime in LV prior to the events in Piedmont County? Seems the Arizona AG may be stepping in to move Eric under the jurisdiction of LV. Hmmm. Good show. Jack

An outline? What's an outline? Is that one of those thingy's you use to map out a story? Seriously, I think all authors allow the characters and situations pull them into areas they didn't imagine at the beginning. I gave up outlining after the third chapter of my first story. I still remember being amazed by the way the TV show, Miami Vice, was pitched to NBC: MTV Cops. Two guys, fighting crime, dressed in cool pastel colors, in Miami...with great music. Jack

Argh! I'm not a pirate but I'm proud of you. Some blood banks are running low on reserves. We even have a problem with the San Bernardino blood bank coming over to our town (in Riverside Country) to pouch donors. Yikes. I won't argue the merits of donating to a system that discriminates (with some justification)...the blood is needed. You, Kurt, are doing the right thing. Jack

Actually, Steve, the Cathedral City City Council (town next to Palm Springs) last week voted 4 - 0 to urge the rules concerning homosexuals donating blood be updated and allow donations. I will be the first to admit that the local gay/lesbian population (we're big, politically active and we vote!) has clout and don't suggest that this is national trend. But it is a start. Here's the link for anyone interested: http://www.thebody.com/content/news/art40613.html. BTW, thebody site seems to be an excellent resource for questions concerning HIV/AIDS. Jack

Happy 21st Birthday, Dio! A big milestone. Here's to many more! Jack

Actually, your decoder was wrong. Emoe was really saying: "Forget about the lube...since you two don't need it. I hope you packed sun block SPF 32 and Fiji water. Get home and vote for Sanjaya on American Idol." Emoe hasn't heard yet that Sanjaya was voted off last week. Jack

I'm into "SEXY Sundays"...even on Earth Day. Just keep the global warming down to a minimum. HAPPY 23rd BIRTHDAY! Jack

I found this article in the morning's NY Times revealing...in several ways. http://www.nytimes.com/2007/04/19/fashion/19UNDERWEAR.html. It takes a little time, but enlightened hetero males (Metrosexuals ?) figure out style trends eventually. Jack

Hi Ruby. Graeme's essay is very straight forward and makes a lot of sense. The first question to answer is this: Does your husband understand your conflicts? Much of Graeme's essay was about communication problems and the result of the wife belatedly understanding the ramifications of a complex marital relationship. The man you described sounds like a player. He must be incredibly good looking and is probably used to men and women coming onto him. He was a magnet that drew you in. However, from the aftermath of activity on behalf of him by friends, you must have had some impact. Being friends with with a man when you're bi-sexual is a slippery slope. In a 100% heterosexual marriage, men don't have close friends with women and vice versa. it just spells disaster. I suggest you find a support group in your community that can give offer you direction. Believe me, a drink is not the answer. Jack

A BIG HAPPY 17TH! Here's to many, many more. Jack

This is cliffhanger #85...or seems like it. I just hope that the cook-out Conner mentions isn't the guys. Who will come to the rescue? Maybe a friendly coyote will cautiously advance and gnaw away at the bindings. It's almost like Steve and Chris have advanced cases of diminished libido. Their sex drive lessens with each chapter. Not a good image for ex-porn stars. Good chapter! Jack

I've been in the restaurant business and have been confronted, on a few occasions, by this situation. First, in the employee manual, it should always be stated what grooming standards are expected. With women, a statement such as "appropriate makeup acceptable in a business environment" usually covers this. I always verbally covered this with a new-hire so there was no misunderstanding. This also addresses abuse of eccentric makeup choices. Jack

I think F and CJ have turned this into an IM for two. If either of you would care to let the rest of us in on your dialogue...please.

Imus Moves to Al-Qaeda Network Shock Jock to Anchor Three-hour Hate Block Just days after his

For those who might be planning on visiting this beautiful part of North America, here's a rundown from Planet Out: http://planetout.com/travel/article.html?s...avpath=/travel/. I'm ready to pack, head north and check it out! Jack

Amen! Would have liked to have seen a little blood and guts...but then that's going out too far on a limb. Is Eric going to appear in the camping area? That little slime is lurking somewhere and I suspect that he's monitoring the guy's movements. The lawyer is a nice addition to the story. Can't imagine why working in D.C. would push him to find a more sane environment. A place with a rush hour traffic of two or three vehicles would be a pleasant change...expecially since he has his own husband in tow. A good read. Jack

I know this is a photoshop fake, but it's kinda tender.

Have a happy birthday! Now the countdown begins to the "big 30". Here's to many more! Jack

A big welcome to a talented writer, Nexis. He joined our little band of enlightened, literary renegades yesterday. Rather than being redundant, check out The Story Cafe and the recent Bondwriter postings concerning his really terrific stories. I hope that some of his stories make their way to GA! Jack

And Eric (have we fogotten that twirp?) is video-taping the entire event. He looks at the chaos and wreakage and yells, "For The Love...of...Shawn and Case, I said 'stop' not 'top'. That was next scene." I know, it's weak. But this ending is the best I can come up with early in the morning. Jack

But then came Chapter 20. I'm glad, CJ, you took my advice about not using too many cliffhangers (Jack thought as he hung precariously to the loosening root of a sage bush. He looked below and tried to calculate the amount of time in free fall before he would splatter on the canyon floor...). Goodness, gotta go to church next Sunday (Easter, ya know) and pray that Chris takes aim...and blasts away a few hanging eggs that aren't necessarily left over from the weekend. Jack P.S. Interesting that this popular thread has become a blend of story discussion, goat lore, IM and a Pennsylvania dating service.

Happy Birthday, Stoic one. One year closer to conquering the world. You must also be very popular with two threads going! But since Graeme is sort of the official birthday greeter (using Aussie time) I'll go with this one. Jack

Found this very enlightening and well-written monologue from the TV show. Enjoy. http://www.youtube.com:80/watch?v=KP79baPnZFk. Jack

Triple WOW. If you want to be entertained and like well-made films, check out The Lookout. It stars, Joseph Gordon-Levitt. a young guy who really has his acting chops. I was really impressed by an British actor, Matthew Goode. He delivers a very strong supporting role (and Goode's very easy on the eyes). Here's the last sentence of Richard Roeper's Four Star review: From that opening sequence to an ending that's satisfying without being overly sentimental, "The Lookout" is utterly engrossing. I loved this movie. Jack

Happy Birthday, Lugh!!! And I know it's not April Fools'. Can only imagine the years you've had to endure people's well-meaning jokes. Best wishes for a terrific birthday and many more to come...and many more stories as well! Jack