Brayon

Yet another great chapter, my friend. Like others have said, I am worried about our heroes as the two sides converge upon Barry's farm. I also was worried when the boys rode off on their work errand. I don't think it was quick for Dave and Jae getting together. Working every day and living with the same person, with mutual attraction, a deep relationship can flourish. I find their relationship heartwarming. Though I will say at first, when you introduced Jae in chapter one, I thought he was a teenager, until you clarified he was in his early twenties and just a little malnourished. I am wondering if Jae's old "owners" are coming for their property. And what do the three red teardrops mean? I know that teardrops in the US Prison system mean you killed someone. But, I can also see it as someone that was marking their property.

Wow... I'm wondering what Jim's angle is. My first thought was he was an advance scout for those that are out raiding. Another great chapter.

Two years later, I find this gem of a story. It's been on the "to read" list for a while. Wow, great opening. I like David/Dave a lot already, and I feel for Jae. This reminds me of a Post-Post-Apocalypse TableTop RPG I used to play.

This was a quick read, but it was fun and light-hearted. Great visuals, and a nice plot.

A wonderful story. It's Christmas in Aug.

Another great chapter. Damn... someone is cutting onions around here.

More to add to the growing list of practice pieces.

I think that's about the time, I started talking, and hanging out in the DIC.

I can't believe I read this and didn't comment on it!!!!! Well, you already know my thoughts. You told the tale wonderfully, and I think that you and tim are perfect for each other. I wish you both a long and happy marriage.

Thanks for Reading, cognac69. Brayon, Chandon, and Jill play a roll in future installments of the series. They get a mention in "book 2" and they share the spotlight in "book 3". Book 4, I'm plotting now, and they will be in it along with the others.

Another excellent chapter. I'm enjoying this story very much.

Another fine chapter. I'm liking the interaction between Chris and Carl. The new lady caseworker sounds like she may be trouble.

Wow... just wow... An awesome short story, tim. Well written, great visuals. I love how the jar contained, that critter, and how it all worked out. I think it may have been a Mayan god, with what you said about the Golden Snake. Plus the other events, like the sudden stop of the Thunderstorm, the Bus arriving ahead of the tracker app, him getting a seat, that he normally doesn't, and then the whole boyfriend and job seemed a little on the Good Luck side of things. With the parents dying, I think that cut the safety net that held the old Thomas and allowed the critter/god/spirit/etc. full control. Great work, my friend. You left me wanting more.

An excellent start to the story. Looking forward to more. I'll admit, I teared up at Carl taking care of Chris.

Both of them are good prompts this week. Hopefully, I'll get one done that is shareable on GA. *coughs*Not another P.W.P. story*coughs*

Yes. I've been on it a few times, too. They really need to make the train service more viable. So, you work in Ybor?

I can watch it, but I'm not really into it. I do like this Japanese car show where they would race two cars, first to see who has the faster quarter, and then they go full out for top speed. I have an acquaintance who goes over there for the Tokyo Auto Salon every year, and he'll record the shows and the car show. I noticed you said trains... There will be train travel in the first chapter of TC4.

Just copy and paste it in the typing field, like you were typing a message. Then let it sit for a moment, and it should automatically embed. If it doesn't it's one of those videos that cant. On YouTube click the share button, and use the url there.

I've seen some links not embed, while the vast majority does. I'm not sure why that is.

I just noticed I left a review, but I didn't comment. Anyways, I'm happy to read both your version and Mike's version on his blog. It's a great contrast between both of you.

I agree with all of the above. It was heartwrenching, powerful, and well written. Loved it.

This was a fantastically written story about peer pressure, and standing up for your self. Excellent descriptions, and interesting characters.

I enjoyed this story a lot, I hope the new couple has an excellent date night.

Thanks for reading, D.K. Daniels. I've been tempted to do a companion piece for this story. Heaven's Redemption: The Nephilim. Perhaps on the next Newsletter game that @Cia does, I'll get a prompt that'll inspire it, or further this one.

Funny that you mentioned Flea-Markets. It's not seen in the story, but going to Flea-Markets, Swap Meets, Farmer's Markets, and Yard Sales is something Adam and Duncan enjoy doing as a couple. For most of a chapter, in TC3 they are at one while Rob and Jer are home together. Currently, Chapter 2 and Chapter 3 are in the editing queue with @Kitt. Lord, I don't know how she does it. Working a hard full-time job, almost seven days a week, and then comes home to family. On top of all that she volunteers her time to edit, not only for me but for several others too. We all flooded her with submissions at the same time. Chapter 4 is about halfway done.