kbois

With the price of some of life's lessons we ought to be handed a degree in the subject.

I should just buy an industrial carpet cleaner instead of renting one all the time. Damn mutt.

One paragraph at a time: Owen is definitely a rebound guy. Granted, he's one that actually stuck to the wall so to speak. There will be more info forthcoming on where they stand in regards to this. For now, what they have is real and valid. The question is whether or not he stuck to the wall with super glue or Velcro. Miles' behavior when he left warrants valid opinions of not being a fan of his. However ... (you knew there would be a 'however'), going forward, Miles behavior should be based on his current maturity, not the decisions he made as a late-teen-who-has-no-frontal-cortex-thinking-capabilities. Also, Erik told Miles that Troy was in a relationship and was moving with that person. No mention of any engagement. Miles was blindsided by that tidbit at the awards ceremony. Troy has admitted that what they felt back then was too intense. Troy’s eyes held mine. “Don’t. Don’t blame yourself and don’t feel guilty. You have a lot of valid points. I agree that we were too young to deal with such intense emotions. Miles admitted that a big part of why he stayed away was so Troy could succeed with his chosen path. Troy admitted that he would have dropped everything if Miles had returned to the ranch. Miles sacrificed any chance of getting Troy back by leaving, but he did it so Troy could be happy. It wasn't selfishness but rather selflessness. The triangle of who does what with whom is TBD as is what sort of happiness will pan out and for who. Great observations.

That looks has a name...The Mom Look. Yes. It's capitalized. It comes into existence the moment we conceive and is locked into place as soon as the first child draws air into its lungs upon arrival into this world. It is not to be messed with. IYKYK It also reminds me of Mrs. Potato Head in Toy Story when she tells Mr. Potato Head "Don't forget your aaaanngry eyes." Moms are never without their angry eyes either. That switch can be flipped in a nanosecond.

Thanks for protecting the Korner from anything projectile of a volatile nature. I just had the rugs cleaned.

At this point, the story will unfold the way it has meant to from the beginning. Where that leaves everyone remains to be seen.

Are we sure about that?

40 years in the hell swamps of Florida Man territory? I salute you.

Also a case where proper punctuation would've helped. So, shouldn't you?

In all honesty, it is a busy time of year for Owen...but in the grand scheme of things it's only a couple of hours he'd have to sacrifice. Will he think his and Troy's relationship is worth it?

Thanks for your vote of confidence. A few more twists and turns, but nothing nausea-inducing. Stay patient.

Miles is going to truck around that guilt for a very long time.

I'm sorry about your friend. There's nothing to be sorry for. We've all had those weeks. Sometimes life catches up and smacks you upside the head. Hope things start looking up. ❤️

I will take this one one step at a time. A mini-Miles? Hmm... May have to give this one some thought. As @weinerdoghas pointed out. Bubba is his cellmate. Nuff said. Forgiveness of the kind that needs to be given has to come from a place of love. In doing so a multitude of sins can certainly be forgiven. We'll get to see more of Owen soon. Whether or not he is okay with things remains to be seen. Wyoming will remain a place that Miles needs to keep at bay for the time being. I don't think going back any time soon would be good for his mental health. Erik's health update is coming soon too. Miles is right to feel nervous. So shouldn't you.

Possibly. Possibly not.

I don't think you're in the minority. It's going to be complicated if they do decide to go down the road together but we shall see.

Miles was truly surprised when Troy reached out to him upon returning stateside. Hopefully, he will continue to keep his distance. But no promises.

I'm not ruling anything out at this point.

I aim to please.

Believe me....I wish that was an option. Cheaper than all those muzzles you keep chewing through.

And what's wrong with that?

Don't forget, everyone is entitled to feel whatever they want to about any character of mine. But you do make a good point...Miles hasn't asked for a second chance. The only thing he asked for was some time to try to explain why he did what he did. I think he needed closure on that part of their life as much as Troy did.

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And y'all know I still have a few curve balls up my sleeve, right?