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Mancunian

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  1. Unfortunately the canal walks have deteriorated but the overall atmosphere in the bars is still good, especially in the summer where you can have a drink sitting next to the canal enjoying a good atmosphere in good company meeting and making new friends. It's something I've enjoyed in the past with friends and family and still do, sometimes I go on my own just to bask in memories, although my drink is always non-alcoholic for medical reasons.
  2. There are many good and constructive comments on this thread, including the comments regarding respect which I'm sure many of us can take something positive from and learn. maybe if those of us that contributed can take that away from here and be more mindful that we practise it (that is not to say that we don't already) others will pick up on it and practise it too.
  3. You could have a point there, lol, it's a great city and I do enjoy going to Canal Street, where some of it was filmed, it's good atmosphere. 😁
  4. It doesn't take much effort to leave a comment but many don't appear to want to make even a little effort. I always try to leave at least a reaction and in almost all cases a comment if nothing else but to let the author know that I have enjoyed the story and appreciate their hard work. I haven't posted much but I have had some good and encouraging comments for which I am appreciative and let the reader know with a reply. If an author doesn't respond to comments then readers will give up leaving them, maybe in some cases this is the reason for the lack of comments for some authors.
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    The Boot

    With the depressing situation that homeless people are often in humour is sometimes the only thing helps them through the bad times, unfortunately many don't manage to get out of it. I'm sure they would enjoy a bit of humour in The Boot. 😉 The list of other organisations and services they work with is a long one, some of the others are those that give support to help with problems of mental health, addiction to drugs and alcohol as well as ones that give varying forms of help to enable a return to work and the list goes on. Thanks for the heads-up on the film I'll be looking it up.
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    The Boot

    Have you become a mind reader? All of those thoughts are going through my mind, now I need to unravel and move forward with them. I take all of your comments as encouragement.
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    why?

    A piece of nonsense that keeps us asking questions and a glimpse into a young inquisitive mind, it's really very thoughtful.
  8. An author and a poet! I feel privileged to read your work.
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    The Boot

    Following all the positive responses and comments from you all I am making notes to write a follow-up story, it take some time before it's ready so please have patience. Your comments have given me plenty to think about and even a few ideas, thank you all.
  10. I hope you get more responses with recipes, I'd like to try a few ones for myself. I'm sure that others have their favourites they can share.
  11. “Learn to light a candle in the darkest moments of someone’s life. Be the light that helps others see; it is what gives life its deepest significance.” ― Roy T. Bennett, The Light in the Heart
  12. Thank you your very kind and encouraging to this learning novice.
  13. Don't try to force it try to let it come naturally, if you try too hard and try to force it you're more likely to push it away. Give yourself time and I'm sure your muse will return, I hope it does as I'm looking forward to reading more of your work. You have a talent that I can only dream of.
  14. a beautiful piece of literary reminiscence making it a special read.
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    Lovin' High Places

    Having just read this piece I'm left wishing that I had read it sooner, it's a beautiful piece of literary reminiscence. You are not just an author, you are an author who possesses a great skill with words, a skill that many can only wish for. I look forward to reading more of your work, thank you for sharing your art form.
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    Solace

    I'm not sure who would be more hurt in that situation, both are hurt, both are at fault and there are no easy answers to resolve it. Jason's reaction may not be the right way deal with thing's but it's understandable. This is a story with a lesson that we can all learn from.
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    Bliss

    That's definitely a night to remember, okay so the plans went awry but hey that's real life and that's what this describes, which includes the best part of any relationship the love that is shared in any good relationship. Thank you for bringing us all down to earth in a good way with these guys.
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    The Boot

    Thank you for the positive comment, I was unsure if I should write more but after reading everyones comments there will be at least one or two more.
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    The Boot

    Thank you, your help and support has been invaluable. I'm feeling quite emotional due to the comments and reactions that The Boot has received and just don't know what else to say except.......yes I will write more.
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    The Boot

    Thank you for commenting on the story, many people quietly volunteer in these organisations with little or no recognition.
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    The Boot

    Thank you for your comments, we may hear more from the boys in the future. Both @Backwoods Boy for his editing and @Jdonley75 for beta reading were a great support to me in writing the story.
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    The Boot

    Thank you @droughtquake for your comments and particularly for speaking up on the homeless situation that exists worldwide. Here in the UK the authorities don't go as far as to almost 'criminalise' homelessness but in many respects they do come close to it. As you rightly point out there are many reasons for homelessness and these 'root causes' need to be handled correctly to try and prevent homelessness occurring. All shelters that provide as best they can work hard on this uphill struggle.
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    The Boot

    I am considering the option of further stories relating to John/Christian, The Major and what the future holds for Kevin and Ian. The Boot may also have its own further stories to tell, anything is possible. Thank you for your kind comment, it's encouraging.
  24. Everyone has a right to have their say and be heard, when most in our communities fail to hear or ignore the youth in our communities then it is up to others to speak up and speak out for them. You're not whining, you are speaking up and speaking out for everyone who is ignored so please do not apologise, it is up to those who choose to ignore to apologise. You are doing the right thing.
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    The Last Goodbye

    I'm happy that you can relate to the story, but I'm also sorry if it brought back memories that cause you any hurt or distress that was never the intention. I hope that like I do you have good memories to carry forward.
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