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This chapter made me teary, I know the next chapter will make me cry. Tho I don’t believe it 100% of the time, actions do speak louder than words most of the time, they definitely will between Greg and Nate at his birthday. I’m just wondering if Kyle will be aware of what’s going on between them and how he’ll feel about it; I think I remember him under the impression G & N were together when he first met them but he wasn’t in love with Greg then. Can’t wait for the next chapter in this totally engrossing tale.

This was a GREAT story. So....you’re cute, a good cook and an excellent writer, 😊. I will happily read anything authored by you in the future. Thank you for sharing this tale and your talent.

I’m glad Lex’s background was less traumatizing than what he went through with his stepdad and way cool to know Lex is independently wealthy. “More money more problems” doesn’t seem as though it will be an issue between Ian and Lex. Previous chapters described Lex’s looks but didn’t say who he resembled, it would be a hoot if his “interview” with his bio dad fails because they look exactly alike.

I like to think hope does last forever, even if it’s the size of a mustard seed.

I love this phrase.

Everyone comes with bullshit, we just decide if we love someone enough to put up with their bullshit. This was a moving poem and to paraphrase MichaelS36, relatable. A reminder that for all the beauty love can bring, it isn’t always pretty, if that makes sense.

Yay for next Friday!!!!

The tattoo reveal was good. The sex was even better but it was the aura visions that was the best. That was true lovemaking between Lex and Ian. Beautiful chapter.

While it’s good Gavin is closer to Greg now, the goodbye with Kyle was deeply emotional and heartbreaking. Basketball Boy set Greg on the path to healing after 15 years and Greg will always love Kyle for that alone, if he had no other reason (which of course, he does). In retrospect, I think the physical distance between Greg and Kyle will be beneficial to both; They both have steps they have to make without the proximity they had-I dare say Kyle would not have been happy witnessing Greg in a romantic relationship and Kyle would not have moved on in his love life with Greg being an active part of his everyday life.

Sunchokes? When I looked them up, they looked like knobby potatoes.

I have tattoos on my arms and while there was discomfort in getting them, the level of discomfort afterward wasn’t intolerable. I know everyone has different pain levels but a tatoo artist once told me that getting tats on thin or bony parts of the body is more painful than other parts of the body. What else can Lex ride indeed? Guess that will also be a reveal of the next chapter. Oh and I’m glad you had a good visit with your son.

“Stay tuned for the big reveal! Can't wait to see what the tattoo is!” The tattoo is what interests you in the next chapter, huh? Okay. 🤨

Well. With your postscript in mind, I have to admit that while you conveyed the mechanical aspects of Greg and Keigan’s encounter from Greg’s perspective, I was blown away like Keigan-That was damn hot foreplay!!!! It was effectively doused with Greg’s panic, though; What was left behind was proof that he is truly cared for by more than Nate and Kyle. I am glad that Greg and Keigan are friends, Keigan seems like a very good friend to have. Greg knew he had more work to do to get past Dick, but he’s taken too many major leaps on his own; Maybe this is the incident that will allow him to rely more on Uncle Farid’s counseling to properly guide him on the path to recovery.

I understand Greg’s need to turn to Keigan but hope very much it doesn’t complicate things further. Whichever way it turns out, you always remember your first love. Whatever direction their relationship takes, Greg’s place is Kyle’s life is secured.

At first I thought Stefano was going to be Karen’s hookup, I’m glad it was an agent plant, instead. Why do I feel like Zampa will also have something to do with saving Corbin and Paul from Stefano when the time comes?

When I read the series initially, I skipped this because I was only interested in Marcus and Jacob together. In reading it now, I realize there would’ve been no harm in reading it in sequence. This slice of Jacob’s life in which he discovers his sexual preferences (both in gender and style) was interesting. His lack of sentiment toward Oliver was what it was outwardly but there had to have been some type of emotional attachment since there were other people Jacob could have experimented with sexually but didn’t-he chose to try things with Oliver. The fireplace scene was hysterical and it was a lucky thing both sets of parents responded to this with more humor than anger or disappointment. I remember being told once that cursing was the expression of a lazy mind; It is so obvious that given the intelligence of both men that it is a choice (and quite hilarious choices at that. Marcus is king!! 👑) It takes quite an active, fertile mind to come up with the verbal acrobatics that comprise Marcus Allen’s profanity. Some people are offended by cursing, I’ve never been one of them and this chapter has less than the others in this series. I appreciated this glimpse into young Jacob.

I had such a toxic rant about what I hoped happened to whatshisface but have chosen to not let that negativity see the light. I will only say Dick has MUCH to answer for and the thought that chlid molesters don’t do good in jail makes me happy.

Now Now.... Both types of gravy are good and have their place.

😆 Would a marble cake be too much chocolate for you? I tend to be a yellow cake person myself (even tho a chocolate cake made the right way is a-ma-zing) but marble is the best of both worlds.

Oh my God. ❤️ This was a BEAUTIFUL story. It goes down a seldom (publicly) discussed path on the exploration of gender and sexuality. Big hugs to Ronan and Natalie for their unconditional love and acceptance and the biggest hug to Andi for being true to himself, in spite of the challenges he may face. I’d be A-Okay if you revisited them in the future. Thank you so much for sharing this tale.

Thanks for the tip....Foodie 👨‍🍳 😉 I will apprise you on the results when it’s made.

From the desserts with their tea, to the chocolate cake, Don and Louis with their sweet tooth are people after my own heart!! LOL!! I would’ve chosen vanilla or orange icing (maybe both because I love creamsicles, tho I’m not sure how the orange and apricot from the glaze would’ve gone together ). I LOVE a glaze on a cake, a good glaze can be better than icing sometimes. This is the second story I’ve read today that made me hungry, lol!! Now that my dessert rambling is over....😉 This chapter was a wonderful reminder that there is no “I” in “team”. Yes, the bulk of the physical work falls on Louis (God bless him) but Don and Max appreciate him and want to do as much as they can, both for their own wellbeing, as well not burdening Louis. The idea of a slow introduction of Max to the people in their lives is excellent. Sometimes you never know something or someone is needed until they or it is right in front of you; Max is the perfect addition to Don and Louis’ family. I had a fleeting thought of one more child, an able bodied one, in their future, kind of evening the set, since a door Louis thought was closed has now been opened. Nice chapter, tim; they are gelling at a good, natural pace.

Thorn’s comment reminded me-The food is this story has made me hungry!! Lol!! Simple, hearty, delicious sounding fare fare that I might be trying (The angel hair pasta dish at the restaurant opening might grace my dinner table tonight) 🍝 Are you a foodie?

God Bless first responders everywhere. With all the intrigue and legitimate danger from Corbin’s life, the Galena fire reminded him it’s not the only danger around. Regarding Corbin’s danger, it’s clear every “friend” is not a friend and every “enemy” may not be an enemy. I’m hoping (and feeling) Luca may be more friend than foe and might wind up saving Corbin’s life.