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What's funny is that I was thinking along "familiar" lines when I made these comments....the only difference being that Albert's wealth is plentiful and not exaggerated, both sources were more than likely ill gotten, however. It's been my observation that if you have to prove you're a genius, you're only proving that you're not, lol; real intellect, like strength, is evident, without the fanfare. Karma is real, not always evident and sometimes long in coming, but real nonetheless; it's why we won't have to ding dong when the witch is dead, just appreciate the house or the water.

Exactly!! Horny kids, lol!!

I always mix up "psycho" vs. "socio", one time I think I read something that had me believe "socio" actually lacked socialization or empathy & was the incurable one, whereas "psycho", while still bad, was treatable, now I'm as confused as I used to be, lol.

Holy Homicide, Batman. The burgeoning attraction between "Morgan" and Troy is apparent and interesting to watch develop; in a way, Troy's sharing reminded "Morgan" that there are others who have had life just as rough....that they both endured so much so young is something that will bond them beyond their physical attraction to each other. The jury is still out for me though on whether or not Troy killed Tyson: “He threw me off of him and charged at me. The next thing I knew, Tyson wasn’t there. I was standing at the edge of the cliff looking at his body. He’d been impaled on one of the steer’s horns. I didn’t scream. I didn’t yell down to him. I didn’t freak out. I just stood there. I felt nothing. Absolutely nothing.”-while it stands to reason that Troy pushed Tyson (which he would have so richly deserved, talk about mirror twin, it was Cain and Abel in one amniotic sac....the fact Tyson made his appearance known by grabbing his brother's leg on the way out should've been a clue, in retrospect), anything could've happened to impale Tyson on a steer horn (nice death choice for that sociopathic piece of shit, btw). These two young men are falling for each other and share more than they know, (age, troubled family dynamics). I'm of two minds of what we may find out on this journey: 1/ Troy killed Tyson & "Morgan" killed his uncle; 2/ Troy killed Tyson & "Morgan" didn't kill his uncle; 3/ Troy didn't kill Tyson and "Morgan" didn't kill his uncle; 4/ Troy didn't kill Tyson and Morgan did kill his uncle....okay, so I'm of more than two minds, lol. This chapter more than made up for the brevity of the previous one, lol....looking forward to the next installment. Any of these scenarios still bond these young men because at one time or another, both believe they've killed-both scenarios in self defense “Keep going, asshole. Make sure you get a hit in for old Grammy. It was fun messing with her medication. You should’ve seen the look on her face as she gasped for air, clutching her chest.”, yeah, "Troy" was the asshole....Tyson was not going to stop until he was put down, however it happened, I'm glad it did. This chapter more than made up for the brevity of the last one....looking forward to the next chapter.

“He who has the most toys wins”, yet he can’t take any of this with him; he probably doesn’t even care to, he just wants it in his lifetime…he says he’s leaving it all to Rob but he clearly has no intention of loosening the reins anytime soon.

That’s a couple of feet. 🫤

You’ve effectively depicted the inner turmoil and self loathing that Mark feels about his sexuality; at first it seems his slur was not a first time comment, but Sandra’s reaction shows otherwise. What a refreshing turn that being gay in their social circle is accepted, it makes Mark’s self hatred all the more puzzling-is it a family belief? How is he perceived in school now? Do his parents know about Sandro? Do the Totti’s know about Mark? If Mark wants his friend back, he’s going to have to apologize and show he accepts Sandro, but that would require him going through a painful, soul searching acceptance of himself, as well as his attraction to his former best friend.

There is a bittersweet anticipation about the start of a new journey, even if where you’re leaving is a place you long to leave...while August is going to where his mother grew up, he’s also leaving the place he grew up with her, I imagine that counts for something, even though Cooley Country has been a cold, desolate existence since Ms. Maureen’s death. "You take advantage of anything what comes your way, and never, ever, let concern for others stop you, especially not that Crawley boy. You stand still, boy, and it’s only a matter of time before you get swallowed up.” What horrid advice to receive from a parent about how to move through life; it explains everything about Albert Cooley, as well as the magic that Maureen Cooley possessed if she softened him in any way, shape or form. I get the impression Albert is going through some hesitation (not the right word I want to use but can’t think of a better one-reminiscence? contemplation?) about Virginia’s arrival, as though it’s hitting him another woman besides Maureen will be in his house and in his bed (which is different than visiting a woman somewhere else) and he’s missing his first wife, “Your writing looks a lot like Maureen’s,” ….”saying it so quiet August almost missed it. “ or maybe it’s me trying to humanize a clearly, dark and broken spirit; no doubt Maureen would be devastated to see how Albert is with her boys....I wonder what Rob's relationship was like with his mother? Was she blind to his ways, or did she soften him up, like she did his father? "but I reckon Roland felt like he’d taken five good kicks from a rank bull. "- not just a bull, which is dangerous enough, but a rank bull, so you’re getting the stank as well as the kick, LOL!! What a vivid phrase that highlights the glee Albert took from dissension in the Crawley ranks. Are the mines a real prospect , or is this part of the townsmen’s plan to keep him distracted? Happy 20th birthday to you, August, no better present than freedom from oppression. 🎂 🎁 a Happy Birthday, eight days in advance to you, too, Fletcher, hopefully by then you and your husband can be someplace where you can "celebrate" some. “Fletcher stood there with a lantern, though the August moon shone full and bright enough he could clearly see the man’s smile. “ An August born in August….I love that, I was wondering if the month he was born was a reason for his name; the shared initials with his father likely pleased Ms. Maureen more than her husband; it’s sad but no surprise Albert didn’t remember. The difference between the Cooley sendoff and the Crawley sendoff was night and day, that August is leaving a family he only acquired is tempered by the fact he’ll hear from or see them again soon enough,. What state will Albert Cooley will be in come the springtime he expects to hear from his son? Would Albert have treated August (or Rob) differently if they were girls? Where the heck is Rob? Find out in the next installment of "Roping the Moon" 📿🌕 🍻

You know, I saw "Geron Kees >" at the top of a page when I visited the site a few days ago and I instantly thought about Carlos Hazday & Comicality and I just didn't want to see that this post would be the same as those posts; today I saw that header at the top of the page, followed the arrow and saw another pearl on the string of remembrance. 😢 Goodbye and thank you, Mr. Kees. I don't know why this notice made me cry but I think it has something to do with your quote....the circle of life between reader and writer; I am glad to have shared this orbit with you in the galaxy we call gayauthors.org....may you rest in peace. My condolences to his loved ones, here and everywhere.

Uh oh, that’s what happens from a double post….I was much happier with the “ok” from the first one, lol.

Uhh….simmer down, I can marvel at whatever I want before I read a chapter….go focus on commenting first on a new page, or something.

Food porn = Yum 😋

And Frick & Frack are back in the building, lol!! Wouldn’t feel like a story of either yours without it.

So it’s mutual attraction at first sight between Troy and “Morgan”. As the scion of this working spread, Troy took quite a personal interest in the new ranch hand….the external and internal twists and turns we'll see before that “Let’s ride!” comment takes on a different meaning will be interesting, indeed.

Just came to read the chapter and see there are 60 comments, already, lol. Recess is definitely back in session….*going to read chapter*

And so it begins, lol. Korner Krew antics in full effect. 🌭🐶 🗞️

That….”man” deserved what he got.

“You could have heard a feather smack a tree, folks be so quiet.” That is quiet, indeed, lol. So the “performance” was perfectly executed and properly received; Albert’s doubts have been dashed for now….it’s good August and Fletcher leave the next day, before any other complication can arise. I'm glad August and Fletcher agree to let Willy James and Runyan have a refuge and am equally glad that it was impressed upon them by Roland that “Under no circumstances can you take either of them with you.” There will be far flung journeys before they can meet up in one place. Godspeed in your travels, gentlemen. When will Willy James take his leave? When will Runyan? Will Ms. Lorraine ease up on the “necessities”? 🙂 Find out next week on “Roping the Moon” 📿🌕 🍻

I’m sorry to hear of your physical pain @CincyKris, severe pain can affect our quality of life. I wish you as much relief as you can get.

I hope you are aware that I did enjoy this chapter, Gary; in light of Willy James’ and Runyan’s predicament, maybe “enjoy” is not the right word…. I was fully engaged in this chapter, (as I am in all your chapters and stories. ) It’s a testament to your writing that I got pissed at Runyan’s father and sister like they were real people, lol!! You are a conscientious storyteller, I know you approached this chapter with sensitivity and discretion; I’m able to relate to it on a level different from yours and you are right about little Sis, she wasn’t wrong in telling her father about what she saw….I just believe she wasn’t right, lol (I did say rightly or wrongly, had to acknowledge my gut feeling) Now you have us invested in the welfare of two couples; if they can eventually meet up, away from their respective concerns, that’d be ideal….if not, the hope is for these four young men to safely and successfully escape the hazards they currently face. 🙏 🤞

That “scene” between Roland and Fletcher can’t come fast enough. It makes you wonder though, how both Rob and August were nurtured by the same woman and turned out so differently….I'd say it’s genetics but Rob bears some type of envy for his little brother, which I guess can still be an argument for genetics, lol, one’s predisposition to insecurity.

I read somewhere once, that Native American parents used to hold their babies noses and cover their mouths when they cried to teach them to be quiet….I can’t vouch for the accuracy of that information but I understand the logic behind it; when you are a certain type of people, living in a certain type of place, you cannot afford to draw undue attention to yourself; I find it hard to believe Preacher Brown did not instill the ways of right and wrong, of fire and brimstone, into all of his children, so I get what you’re saying, Gary, but if she was old enough to tell, she should’ve been old enough to be taught what & what not to tell….the kissing of someone of another race alone should have kept her quiet (if not her, then definitely her damned Daddy should’ve known better)….if Collier and his “klan” decide a lesson should be taught (whether or not Runyan is there), this’ll be a traumatic, guilty burden little sis will carry for the rest of her life….if she’s allowed one.