Bill W

As I was reading this, the way you described the artist's eye exploring his body, I couldn't help but think about who other artists had done the same thing. Michelangelo, a known homosexual, often sculpted or painted naked men, and I could envision his artist eye ogling the model he used when he sculpted "David" or painted the many nudes in the Sistine Chapel, including the naked Adam. I could also envision Leonardo da Vinci doing the same thing when he was making his sketches of the various areas of the human body, including that of the Vitruvian Man. Wonderfully described and an excellent plan to take full advantage of the situation. I'm glad his friend not only possessed an artist's eye, but also a hidden gay desire. Thank you for writing this wonderful story.

I didn't create a series when I posted "Secrets: The Truth is Slowly Revealed", and I've also been publishing chapters for "Secrets 2: Looking Through Different Eyes". I'll eventually be adding "Secrets 3: The Road to the Future". I want to link them together as a series titled "Secrets", so should I wait until I'm ready to start posting Secrets 3, create the series and then link the other books at that time? Of should I just do that now, and if so, do I merely following the same process listed in the FAQ listing?

To answer your question, no I don't find the time between Christmas and New Years to be challenging. Being a college football and basketball junkie, I find it quite intriguing. It is the best part of the college football bowl season and the basketball teams start league play and you get high ranked teams playing each other, so I've got plenty to keep me distracted. And as to your other question, I always end up in the red when calculating what I spent to what I received, and it's been that way since I started working. I'm always spending a lot of money on the family and friends' children, but I'm fine with that. I get more enjoyment out of watching how everyone else responds to my gifts, and I don't require much, although I have received some very nice gifts. And I almost forgot to answer your last question. I don't usually buy myself a present, but this year I did. I purchased a new iPhone, since my old phone was beyond salvaging.

The earliest known use of the word chronicity was in 1878, in the writing of A. M. Hamilton. The word is a derivation of the adjective and noun chronic and the suffix -ity. The medical meaning of the word chronicity is the state of being chronic, having a long duration.

A well-crafted story about a very difficult situation - having to watch a parent as their mind is slowly engulfed by dementia. This is a very touching view as to how the various members of the family deal with the situation and how it affects each of them differently. If you're looking for a moving and sensitively written story, then I urge you to check this one out. You won't regret it.

A well written story that delicately address a very complicated and difficult subject to deal with - a parent or loved one suffering with dementia. Besides physical difficulties, my father-in-law also suffered from dementia. It was part of the reason we took my in-laws in to live with us, since my mother-in-law wouldn't have been able to deal with the problem on her own. It was difficult for my children as well. For example, my father-in-law would spend much of his day lying in bed, and when someone walked by his room and he wanted something, he would call them. "Hey, you," he would shout at his oldest grandchild, since he could no longer remember his name, and that is a memory that still haunts him. The other children experienced similar situations, and I wouldn't wish that on any family, especially ones with young children. Great job, Kbois!

A very touching and sad story about dealing with a parent once they are no longer capable of taking care of themselves. I was involved to a minor extent when this happened to my grandfather, but even more so when something similar happened to my father-in-law. In his case, we took him in to live with us until he needed to be hospitalized shortly before his death. Very relatable and it evoked a lot of memories for me. Great job!

An enjoyable read and I liked the way you wove Rowan's native heritage and Ethan's unique ability together to tell this tale. I'm not sure if Ethan's ability is also inherited from a native heritage or that his race and the native people share a deeper connection. Either way, I think you need to write follow-up chapters to explain that more fully and answer some other questions as well. Great job!

If you're into ghost stories and enjoy the hair rising on your arms and the back of your neck from time-to-time, then this story is a must read. In fact, just before Halloween would be a great time to enjoy it. It's an easy read and I'm sure you'll find the thrill that you're looking for.

This is a touching and beautifully written story about two sons caring for their aged father at the end of his life. It brought back many memories for me, since I'd seen my mother, grandparents, and many other relatives pass from this life to the next. At my age, it also reminded me that my time is short, although none of us know how short that may be. If you're looking for a touching and endearing story, then check this one out. You won't be disappointed.

This is a story about two young men who had been close friends when they were younger, but the divorce of one set of parents caused that boy to move away with his mother. They are now back together again, sparking old feelings, and an emergency about lost campers has joined them together in the search. This is an interesting beginning to the story and it's an easy and enjoyable read, but several more chapters are need to explain the many unanswered questions that have been raised. Do yourself a favor and check out this story.

The name Krypton is derived from Ancient Greek: κρυπτός (hidden), which was romanized into kryptos ('the hidden one'). Key facts out Krypton: Discovery: Discovered in 1898 by British chemists Sir William Ramsay and Morris W. Travers. Occurrence: Found in trace amounts in Earth's atmosphere, making it a very rare gas. Appearance: Colorless, odorless gas. Uses: Primarily used in lighting applications like photography, airport runways, and fluorescent lights due to its ability to produce a bright white light. Spectral signature: Emits a distinctive greenish-yellow glow when excited by electricity. Laser technology: Krypton is also used in krypton-fluorine lasers. Non-toxic but can be asphyxiant: While not considered toxic, inhaling high concentrations of krypton can cause oxygen deprivation. In a lighter sense, Krypton is a fictional planet appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics, most commonly appearing or mentioned in stories starring the superhero Superman as the world from whence he came. The planet was created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, and was named after the chemical element krypton, and the people from Krypton were called Kryptonians. The word 'kryptonite' also comes to us from comic books and refers to a mineral from the planet Krypton. In its best-known form, Kryptonite is a green, crystalline material that is capable of emitting a unique, poisonous radiation that can weaken and even kill Kryptonians, including Superman. Kryptonite radiation can be transmitted through any element/material except lead.

Rein in that ol' imagination and slow it down a bit before those horses run over you. You've got plenty of time to figure things out without losing sleep or getting your blood pressure going through the roof.

I'll have to think about this one for a while, since nothing popped into my mind when I saw the theme.

No, it isn't the day Mohammed Ali fought Joe Frasier or George Foreman. Boxing day originated in the mid 19th century from the custom of giving tradespeople a Christmas box on this day. History.com explains that one theory of the holiday's origin is that the day after Christmas was when boxes filled with small gifts and money would be given to household servants and employees who had to work on Dec. 25. The gifts were meant as a thank you for their service throughout the year. Boxing Day is an an official bank holiday in Britain, Canada, New Zealand and most of Australia. While boxes aren't typically given to the poor anymore, it's not unusual for service employees to get bonuses around this time of year, says Britannica. Some countries, such as South Africa, now refer to Boxing Day as The Day of Goodwill.

And another new piece of information. And if many of them are sparkling wines, maybe the bubbles do something to negate any metallic tastes, or the manufacture is just treating them like soda. Anyway, it's interesting that they're now putting wine in cans now.

That's very interesting and I'm learning all kinds of new information from my readers today.

I didn't realize Australia was responsible for the cardboard/plastic container for wine. And Cardonnay is a dry white wine. There are many other varieties of white wines, including Sauvignon blanc, Pinot grigio, and Riesling, along with at least 13 other varieties of white wines.

Yes, cardboard boxes with a plastic lining, and vinegar comes in plastic bottles, as well as glass bottles.

Yes, they use pop-top cans for many beverages, but not for wine. I'm not sure if they're afraid if the wine might become affected by a metallic taste or not, but they'll stick to bottles and cardboard boxes with a plastic bag inside for now.

For a vinophile, there are many suggested rules to follow, which are often ignored by those less refined in the art of the grape.

Yes, the Centennial State has many things to offer, whether you like winter activities or something to do in the warmer weather. I hope I might have inspired some of you to visit there sometime and explore those options.

Merry Christmas, y'all!

Hmmm, that would be interesting. If they were to do that, however, I hope they would choose to transition into a smaller dinosaur, like maybe a velociraptor - but a kinder, gentler one.

I will correct that error. Thank you for pointing it out. It has been corrected.