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I believe you're correct when you say we haven't seen the last of the evil skinwalker. He seems curious about Devin and Mac, and let's hope that curiosity doesn't turn into a substantial threat.

Thank you for your feedback and observations, Summer, and I think you're spot on when it comes to Christopher and Caroline, both about their sons and their pets. I believe they also feel that not putting restrictions on Conner about exposing his brother's occasionally nudity allows him to be more prepared for when he reaches puberty, and I surmise they would feel the same about what happened with Paul. They seem to be very good parents, who don't overreact to situations, so I'm sure things will be fine. I also think you're correct about Paul. His shyness may have been a reaction to bullying, but now that he feels he's in a safe environment with Cooper's family, he's ready to the fullest. And yes, he has a code word system with his parents for when he's is awkward or dangerous situation, or also to let them know things are going well. I believe they're also glad that Paul has found a good friend with loving and caring parents who understand the curious nature of growing boys.

Thank you for the feedback, Summer, and I'm glad you enjoyed the prologue. I was trying to come up with they type of story that Comicality might have written, or at least enjoy, and I hope I succeeded in that area. As far as Georgia goes, there are some gay friendly areas, such as Atlanta, but there are other areas that are the total opposite. For that reason, Cooper was justified in worrying when he learned the family was going to move, but fortunately, he landed in an area that would tend to be gay friendly, but it doesn't mean everyone there is. He and Paul are still going to have to watch their step. Thank you for your input, and I agree with you about that one Georgia politician. Luckily, I don't live in her district, but my Congressman isn't much better, just not as vociferous.

Even though Mac's parents know about their ability, the boys don't want to scare them or put them on edge before absolutely necessary. For one thing, Yes, and Mac explained to Devin when he's reacted so harshly when his mom has tried to interfere with their wedding plans and where they should look for jobs, she nags until she gets her way - entirely. Mac claims she did that with his brother and sister, and her nagging might have played a part in their early deaths, and he wasn't about to let that happen to him. Dad isn't so lucky. She seems to have worn her husband done over the years.

Thank you for the feedback, Johnny. The evil skinwalker keeps showing up in different places, but so far it hasn't caused any problems. It just seems to be study Devin and Mac, intrigued by how they appear to be living a normal life in the 21st century. Maybe it's a little jealous. 😜

Chapter 4 – A Thrilling Time When the alarm on my phone went off, Devin and I got up, took a quick shower and then dressed quickly before going across the hall and knocking. Now that we were all together, we walked down to the lobby to have breakfast. As we were eating, I asked my dad a question. “I think we already know what we’re going to do today, because we heard you talking about it with Lonny.” “Yes, it’s something else you’ll enjoy, because we’re going to spend the day

I read all of the stories as well and know what you mean. I hope my story didn't cause you to use too many tissue, and I think I speak for all of the authors when I say we're glad we touched your soul.

My most humble apology, @akascrubber. I just realized that I skipped over you comment, but not intentionally, so please accept my apology. Yes, I wanted to have them shyly go through the process of getting to know each other. I'm glad you approve and want me to continue the story. I think Cooper's parents will be okay if Paul mentions it to them, because I'm sure Cooper will explain the situation to them about Conner accidentally coming into the bathroom while he and Paul were in there and the Conner had asked to shower with him first, and Paul only offered to be a nice guy.

Ian, thank you very much for the feedback and I'm glad you're enjoying the story and would like it to continue. As far as your comment about Conner showering with Paul, I understand what you're saying and honor your viewpoint, but let me explain. I allowed it because it was Conner's request. He walked in on Cooper and Paul when they were naked in the bathroom and he was the one who asked to shower with Cooper and when Cooper told him to go back in his room and wait, Conner pointed out that his parents didn't want him to stay up as late as the older boys. It was obvious that Conner had most likely showered with Cooper before, so I believe that Paul was offering to shower with Conner as sort of a compromise. He might have done it to show Cooper that he wasn't bothered by Conner's intrusion into the bathroom and seeing him naked. I think being around Cooper and his casual attitude about them being naked together got Paul to see it wasn't so bad. Paul might have also offered to shower with Conner to make up for the fact that he didn't have a chance to do things like that when he was younger.

Thanks, SAB, thank you for the feedback and I'm glad you love the characters. There will most likely be more, but it may take a while, since I'm concentrating on other things I'm currently working on.

Articulate comes from Latin articulatus, past participle of articulare ‘divide into joints, utter distinctly’, from articulus ‘small connecting part’. The earliest known use of the word articulate is in the mid 1500s. OED's earliest evidence for articulate is from 1531, in the writing of Thomas Elyot, humanist and diplomat. Examples of articulate used in a sentence: "The baby is beginning to form articulate words and phrases." "She's an intelligent and articulate speaker." "He was very articulate about his feelings on the subject." "He is a good articulator of the party's message." "It's a fact that people who do not articulate well are more difficult to lip-read" "I really enjoyed reading your email to Pitchfork; it was articulate and intelligently argued." "They are delicate articulate plants with a slender central stem" "I agree that you're very articulate"

Quote : @wildone May 2 brought us great weather, with today around 26C or 78.8F ( @Bill W, I double checked my numbers ) and Saturday around 30C/86F, it is a good thing I will be in air conditioned comfort, except for the fifteen block stumble to the bar we go to after for food and ... more beer Steve, I'm glad that you finally learned how to use the internet to convert Centigrade to Fahrenheit. 🤪

If you're looking for an unusual and interesting murder mystery, then try this one out. I don't think you'll be disappointed. The crime itself is very unique and creative, and the killer isn't your typical run of the mill variety. I suggest that you take the time to read this short story to find out what I mean.

Now that was a wild and unusual mystery - an alien taking up residence in a human body and controlling it's actions. Very interesting, though, an quite an enjoyable read. Nicely done, Lee!

Summer, it takes years to create a mind as warped as Lee's, so he is able to devised all of these diabolical and wild tales. Sort of on par with Hannibal Lecter, or Thomas Harris who created the character. 😲

Thank you, V, and I'm glad you're loving the relationship that's developing, and living in a gay friendly area can't hurt. I appreciate your feedback.

Thanks, Silent. I'm glad you enjoyed this, and I'm glad you appreciate how I tried to come up with a story, sort of in Comicality's style, that I hoped he would have enjoyed. Many thanks.

Gary, thank you for the feedback and for sharing your similar experience. I'm glad you enjoyed the prologue.

Umber comes from French (terre d')ombre or Italian (terra di) ombra, literally ‘(earth of) shadow’, from Latin umbra ‘shadow’ or Umbra (feminine) ‘Umbrian’. While some sources suggest a possible connection to the Italian region of Umbria, where umber was first mined, the prevailing etymology points to the word's relationship to the Latin "umbra" and its meaning of "shade". This is fitting, as the color umber is used in art to create shadows and darker tones. The word "umber" as a noun, referring to a brown color, was first used in English in 1568. Examples of umber used in a sentence: "The wall of umber air thins for a span and the city sharpens." "Cassie can't help turning a deep shade of umber." "I don't use Raw Umber nearly enough." "A mottled umber moth found its way onto a Glasgow window." "For a deeper color burnt umber may be added." "Coal is worked chiefly for lime-burning, and umber is prepared for the manufacture of colors."

This is an intriguing vampire story that focuses around one particular vampire. It seems the vampire witches had made a prophesy about him that claimed he would trigger the awakening and become very powerful at his 50th anniversary or rebirth ceremony, which celebrates the 50 years he'd been a vampire. The prophecy proclaimed that he would somehow share this power with the other vampire families, but what the power was and how this would happened was not foretold. We are privileged to follow this vampire before, up to, and during the ceremony, and it will leave you wanting more!

A collection of varied and intriguing stories that are meant to honor the Master. Rest in Peace, my friend, and thank you for touching our hearts and our lives with your marvelous tales.

Comicality has taken GFD to a very dark place and I wonder where he was taking the franchise next. Was he going to bring the Mimic to the forefront and fulfill the vampire prophecies and start the war, or was he planning to find a way to stop it from happening. This short story, or chapter, was an interesting glimpse at the vampire lifestyle and a chance to read another truly Comicality tale that will leave us wanting for more, when we know that is no longer possible. Thank you for this final offering, Comet, and Rest In Peace, my friend.

A wonderful and imaginative fantasy story about a King's ranger out on patrol just as a big storm is about to hit the area. He finds some travelers who are seeking shelter, because they are not prepared with clothing suitable for the upcoming storm. It describes how the ranger helps them, showing great concern and tenderness as he does so. I'm sure you'll be begging Myr to write more when you reach the end of this brief tale.

Great start to this story, Myr, but there's a lot more than needs to be discovered. If this is a big storm, it means they will be there for days, so I think we'd all like to see how they make out - and that can be taken a couple of ways. I believe that Logan will continue encouraging Finley until he gives in, and I have a feeling that maybe Duncan and Ewan have been fooling around with each other and that's why Logan wasn't hesitant in making his offer. I'm also curious if there fathers will set out looking for them, fearing they were in serious trouble being caught in the storm. Please consider continuing this story, but please don't make us wait until the next anthology before you do it.

Thanks, Chris. I tried to think of a coming of age story that Comicality might have chosen to write about himself, or would simply enjoy reading.