CincyKris

Me too, though not stories, sadly. I just wrote up a handout for work and had to do it on paper first. My brain works better on paper.

This chapter is heartbreaking. You can see Liam regressing to the lonely, scared, isolated boy he was when he was with his mom. The contrast between his caring nurses and Donna is jarring. Liam instantly blames her behavior on her hatred for him, taking on that responsibility. When, in reality, her hatred is obviously for everyone, the other drivers, the "system", her clients. She is an incompetent, toxic, vicious woman. I keep hoping that Liam's (or now Leo's) new life will start to turn around.

They're both in similar positions, but I feel like Sage is looking more forwards and Nova is looking more backwards. Maybe because she is still recovering her memories of her past life and Sage is faster at processing his past "life".

I loved the amicable break up! I don't even hold a grudge against Owen for straying first. He was smart enough to sense that Troy was not 100% emotionally invested in him. He is retreating to the ranch to get his head and heart synchronized. Thank goodness that Eric was the go between after the Abandonment! If left to the boys, they would have exploded, imploded, or just faded into oblivion! Neither were equipped to handle their own or each others complex mental issues.

Um, Sandy Duncan ???

A very promising start to their relationship! Both have interesting parents that encouraged independent thinking. I really want to meet Ma and Nana.

Oliver has already made up his mind... the most familiar sound in his life now, more familiar than London traffic, more familiar than the hum of servers in the office he’d never return to. Will Julien take a chance?

Busy couple of days! I think that Troy knows deep down where his heart lives. His admirable sense of loyalty is stopping his brain from acknowledging it. But his feelings are leaking out. Owen's reaction when he finds out (they always find out) will be telling! Hurt, defensive, offensive, nasty????

Great news about the solicitor, but it seems as if Natasha was not a conspirator, so she probably won’t go to jail, unfortunately. I think I would be rewatching that drone video. There might be something very interesting if whomever this Harlan Black works for is so interested.

I was thinking that Sir Malcolm seemed like Uncle Edwin on steroids! At least Oliver and Julian were able to make their own happiness from a rather unpleasant dinner party.

Everyone that really matters to August and Fletcher love and approve of their relationship, and will feel the same about Runyan and Willy James. The layout of their new land not only works for their futures, it looks less "suspicious" than 4 grown men living together in the one house. I can see Runyan's businesses (horses & hats) being successful immediately. I am excited for them to get started on their plans. And for Fletcher's family to see their spread.

Welcome back! We see a big shift in Oliver's thinking in this chapter. He spent more time consumed with Julien than with walking. He is also working on restructuring his way of thinking. That's not easy.

Am I the only one that noticed a similarity in the last sexual encounter between Miles and Troy and the recent one between Owen and Troy? The first precipitated great change. What will the latter bring?

Very intriguing start! Julian seems to have many layers. Oliver has a good head on his shoulders, very smart and practical. Rupe is an ass!

If that damn pooch would quit piddling on the rug we could have nice things! First on 4!!!!

Great chapter! Both boys are fitting into the whole extended family and had the best Christmases they've ever had. The only bummers were Casey's looming threat and uncertainty, and of course for some of us readers, Brooke's sheer existence.

FWI, Wally was my favorite Cleaver! And I agree with you comment.

Omg!!!! Kevin! And Dawson, but Dawson ended well. The vitriol for Kevin was crazy, and fun! These fellows are much nicer than Kevin! I feel connected to these gentlemen.

I expected a sister, but not a living one! I found the explanation for “the abandonment “ very reasonable, but of course I’m already supportive of Miles. He has gone through even more shit than we thought, and has not only survived but thrived. I’m looking forward to Virginia!

You can feel the love that August's grandfather put into the house. And the love that lived in the house, especially his mom's room. And the love that Harriet has for her grandson in the preparation of the house. It is all fitting for the home that August and Fletcher will fill with their own love.

I think Natasha just made a monumentally stupid decision! I smell jail time in her future! Great ending to a happy chapter.

I liked the gentle, loving manner in which they shared themselves with each other. They come from vastly different lifestyles, but had similar experiences with their rather severe authoritarian fathers. Better by far to be out on their own. Best to do it together.

This chapter felt warm and full of emotion. Wonderful!

I was irritated at Owen's overt and over the top jealousy to start out with. But, I don't know his history. I also suspect that he has felt a slight imbalance, especially at the beginning of their relationship. I've been in a long relationship in which I was more in love than my partner. Hell, I've got a niece and two co-workers going through it right now. It's hard, and when you get to year 6, 7, 9, you're getting close to commitment or ending. I think Owen has one foot out the door, but hopes he doesn't. Part of his jealousy could stem from his own attraction to Miles. If he already felt 2nd best, finding out the ex is super hot with a cool life would be intimidating. Troy doesn't know who he wants, what he feels, maybe even who he is! Will he know more after Miles finally discloses his reason for his breakdown? I hope so. I loved the unsure, tentative, tense chapter. Anything else would have felt unrealistic to these characters at this stage in their journeys.

Um, weinerdogs are kind of the cats of dog species! Think about it, low to the ground, possessive (or possessed!), could be aggressive, or lazy, or whatever.