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I'll try to remember that. I'm just trying to work out the best place for them to keep them out of direct sunlight.

I'll make it New Year resolution to try.

Maybe they need some of your orchids to help put them in the mood.

I love it, I can't grow anything so I appreciate seeing the orchids you grow.

A great positive chapter too

If Lucas was upset at not seeing Jubal for a full day he didn't let it show, after seeing and hearing what Jubal had been up to helped to lift his spirits. There is an element of tension between them but it is slowly disappearing. The conversation has been fairly light so far and is enough to give hope to both men. Jubal has let it slip that he likes being on the farm/ranch with Lucas and Lucas has let it slip that he likes Jubal being there and would like him to stay, but you only get that by reading between the lines, both men need to be more honest with each other and speak plainly. I hope they do that soon. Lucas can see that Jubal is making it more than a house with his work; those wolf hides would make great fireside rugs or blankets. or maybe one of each. The larger one could be a blanket to share and the smaller one either a bedside rug or a fireside rug. That would keep them warm and comfortable while they wait for the wildings to return. Jubal putting his gold in the bank could be taken as another sign he is ready to settle. Or am I being too optimistic?

That is so beautiful, it brought tears to my eyes. It's not almost an entire story, it IS an entire story

I love it, thank you Albert. It's the only time I have alcohol, when it's in food.

Aloha Albert

Some of us have been awake for a while, but then I am in a different time zone than most, lol. I'm off out in a bit then back to bed when I get home. Have a good Christmas everyone, I'll catch you at different times through the holidays.

Adds this to a list of possible future stories. ✍️

Max is known for being calm and placid, his fear is that he doesn't want to repeat the behaviour he witnessed from his father as a child. Max is nothing like his father and doesn't like to talk about his past. I hope that you enjoy the festive period in your chosen way and have a happy and healthy New Year.

This display was at Drayton Manor Park in the UK. They are renowned for putting on some of the most advanced displays of pyrotechnics in the UK.

I try to reflect real life, and as we all know gay people come in all shapes, sizes, colours and professions. 😀

Anything could happen in stories that have not been written yet. 🤔

I agree the steward did get off lightly, Max's reaction is understandable and forgivable in my opinion. Your suggested approach for the steward is a far better way for him to deal with matters, causing no embarrassment or offence and certainly no trouble. Let's hope he learns his lesson and remembers it. The Mini Cooper S has always been a popular car. Its starring role in The Italian Job increased its popularity, making it a favourite world-wide. Even I don't know what Stacy has in store for the boys, but I'm sure they will enjoy themselves. I will be having fun with friends and surrounded by about 70 guests as we serve them Christmas Dinner. Have a Happy Christmas and a great New Year.

Hey, make sure you and your mum take it easy and enjoy Christmas. I wish you and your mum a Happy Christmas and a healthy and prosperous New Year. two hugs, one each for you and mum

Wow, that's a huge amount of money, I had heard that they could sell for six figure amounts but that is more than I expected. I recently saw one on a classic car website, the asking price was offers above £80,000 which I thought was a lot.

I knew you would love it

Thank you for commenting @Anton_Cloche. I can't take all of the credit, @raven1has been a great help, as usual, and polished everything up to make ready for my readers. As Michael said to Liam, he still can't believe it and sometimes thinks it's a dream. I think it's safe to say Charlie and Michael appreciate what has, and is being done for them. What they are doing for Harry they just see as the right thing to do which I think is commendable, I think if they continue to do things for that reason they have got it right. Liam is a fighter, he won't give in until he's walking properly, and no snotty steward will stop him. I think Max losing his temper was understandable, okay maybe a bit OTT, and what most would have done, luckily it didn't get out of hand. Thank you for the good wishes and may I wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy, healthy and prosperous New Year.

What can I say? you nailed it in one. Mad Max? I wonder if that's where got the film title from, lol. Thank you for the valuable comments Bill, they are a pleasure to read.

Yes, the steward got what he deserved and I think he will be re-educated. Restoring the Mini will be a good thing, it will give Harry a lift to see the car he bought for his son brought to life and working, it will also be a good experience for Charlie and no doubt it will impress a lot of people. As for any consummation, I think it will definitely be off due to lack of space, lol.

You and me both, I want to hear about it too.

Themed displays can be very impressive. The one I described is one that I attended a while ago and enjoyed. I can't find it on youtube but this is a more updated version;-

I knew you would appreciate seeing progress on the Mini, it does need a lot of work but it could have been worse had it not been kept covered. I understand your comment regarding the brakes, I've used the terminology that I'm used to hearing in the garages I've used here in the UK and amounts to the same thing. I think we've all, or most of us at least, bodged a quick repair from time to time just to get us by, usually till payday, lol. I give you 10 out of 10 for ingenuity. Thank you for commenting, please keep them coming I enjoy reading them.