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As I think back over this saga, the parts I enjoy the most are not just George at sea, but George refitting, or capturing, or recovering a new ship. His knowledge and passion make him the best in any navy! I can't wait!
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I'm conflicted because I love our characters, but I hate the cause. Colonialism is horrendous, whether it was 600 years ago or this morning. Whether for religious fervor or a money grab. I hate it. But I have faith that communication will win out. On these pages, not in real life, that still sucks.
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I'm so happy for Ian! Oddly happy for a side character, but I hope he enjoys more social engagement than he has for his whole life. I really like the easy relationship between Louis and Charlie, they are finding their way without drama-laden tropes, like real people.
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I'm thankful, yet again, that you are sharing your inner thoughts with us. You have a valuable and unique voice.
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I'm so looking forward to Sam's and Graeme's future adventures! Sam handled his heart wrenching goodbyes to his parents and his mentor with amazing maturity. He even left his precious books behind. But now he will be living the life he used to read about. I don't think Sam was ever meant to be a farmer or a blacksmith.
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The first part of this chapter held a quiet but intense tension. I have never personally experienced the emotions surrounding this level of unwanted touching. In my head I translated it into treading water. Just this side of panic, of loss of control. Liam battled the panic alone inside his head until he allowed Rick to take some control in their mostly non-verbal negotiations. Great writing! The second part, the procrastination, I have much more familiarity with!
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This is a very close 3 way race for the queen of detestability! I think Caroline is still the most dangerous.
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I can’t believe I’ve found a character more detestable than Caroline! Fortunately for Cardona she is much more stupid, it’s easier to control stupid.
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And I now have my fancy oven and too many small appliances! I splurge on the things I really want, but only if I can afford them.
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This chapter felt authentic and full of memories. While I did not grow up truly poor, my family did not have "luxury" money. We had food on the table (simple and always cooked by my mom) and clothes on our backs (hand me downs and discount store items). I did not "feel" poor when I was a child, I was insulated by my parents. I realize now that my parents had to scrimp and save so that my sister and I had what we needed. It has shaped my frugal nature as an adult and I am truly thankful for that. Leonid showed his love for his sister with the colored pencils.
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Chapter 10: Operation Oven
CincyKris commented on Kileoli's story chapter in Chapter 10: Operation Oven
Funniest chapter ever! Amongst all the phallic veggies I feel bad for parsnips, they're always forgotten. -
I was thinking that Lonnie was being very quick with his life changing decisions, but he has nothing on Ty!
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Chapter 5: Outside the screen
CincyKris commented on Kileoli's story chapter in Chapter 5: Outside the screen
Rich definitely seems more emotionally invested at this point. But Liam's extreme tiredness is overriding everything. It's hard to think when your exhausted. -
Chapter 9: The oven project
CincyKris commented on Kileoli's story chapter in Chapter 9: The oven project
Can you imagine if the camera had worked. Rick and Liam interrupted nearing completion by Alexa informing them their casserole is finished! It gives a whole new meaning to food porn! -
Yes very similar. Mine has smart capabilities, but the rest of my appliances are dumb! I like being smarter than my things.
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I bought a damned expensive induction range with a convection oven, and I love it!
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I appreciated this chapter mostly for the insight into how involved Rick was emotionally with Liam, prior to being involved officially. My oven stopped working after Christmas and I attacked the online search for a new, better one in a similar fashion to Rick planning for Istanbul!
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Pericles & Gloria: arrests are made
CincyKris commented on Robert Hugill's story chapter in Pericles & Gloria: arrests are made
I hope it is Ian that finds the Nimrud Panther. I don't recall whether he knows of the artefact. I'm very happy that we have plenty chapters ahead! -
Chapter 3: Neutral ground
CincyKris commented on Kileoli's story chapter in Chapter 3: Neutral ground
I like reading about the guys before they established their lives together. Up till now, Rick was missing his orderliness. His future personality is starting to manifest. Liam is calling to something inside him. -
That damn black bird needs to mind it's own business!
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Chapter 8: Chalk, tinder and fall
CincyKris commented on Kileoli's story chapter in Chapter 8: Chalk, tinder and fall
It sounds as if things just got more complicated! Liam's brain is already full and complex, climbing seemed to be an outlet that quieted his thinking. Jamie introduced aspects of his personal life to the group, who were apparently willing participants. But now they have to adjust to some new dynamics. I wonder if Liam and Rick have as strong a relationship as it seems, I hope so. They truly love each other and have 2 little girls that need them. Sometimes people cross lines and choose not to stay over the line, others choose to stay and adjust to the new normal, while some simply don't recover from the "experiments". -
Thank you for sharing your new story. Lonnie has finally taken his first step in breaking out of his grief cocoon. Everyone grieves differently, I don't think there is a right or wrong way, especially in the first few months. A new project and a change of scenery will give him new things to think about, create new pathways in his brain.
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OMG @Carybr, I have worked at an independent garden center for 21 years, you have no idea! This was such a positive, fun chapter.
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Chapter 7: Milk slices and maps
CincyKris commented on Kileoli's story chapter in Chapter 7: Milk slices and maps
Oh, and I had already googled milk slices. In the states, we have whoopie pies, which are similar but round. And a ridiculous number of shelf-stable snack cakes. The yogurt with candy seems to be everywhere now. Way too sweet for me! -
Chapter 7: Milk slices and maps
CincyKris commented on Kileoli's story chapter in Chapter 7: Milk slices and maps
I have to avoid the news sometimes, too. About 3 weeks ago I found myself raging at the TV, full on screaming ending in tears, over my country's current administration and their most recent transgression at the time. Thankfully, my meltdown was when I was alone. Since then I avoid things, like the State of the Union Address, that I know will trigger rage. I have always had a hard time not getting upset over things I can't control.
