SilentandBroken

I feel Walter is a dangerous shark not just to Josh but Greg especially as he’s the one who would be the one to be in position to expose the whole project

That’s a bit further east if I recall. But, one thing I’ve noticed is Appalachian folk are the epitome of resilience.

It only took ..25 yrs to get 5 yrs straight of therapy. 😔

Nice story so far. Lots of moving parts. I do question how the judge can basically throw his weight around but it’s a small town with a lot of history he is a huge part of it. Anyway, it kept the coals hot and story moving so it’s a minor point. I don’t know why Roger is confused. He should know Andy well enough by now to have figured him out already more than anyone else except the Judge. Again, minor point. Other than that, I’m enjoying it. I’m just across the Hollar so to speak across the Ohio River and near Cincinnati. I bump into folks who hail from the Eastern Kentucky region in the heart of Appalachia. They are some of the toughest folks you’ll ever meet. I don’t know how they do it to be honest. I just don’t l know how they survive year to year. But they do.

Better. I don’t like hearing boys get beat to a pulp. Getting kissed however…

Unfortunately I can relate to the beginning of joey’s story as I was deceived by an older student. You related the feelings Joey felt exactly how I felt. I had friends too and slowly became a loner except for ..him. I’ll stop here so I don’t take over this thing but …I’ll say this…Joey’s father is a real sack of shit.

Btw I am committed now

Oh and the way Joey tore out of Andy’s house and he already sharing his father is a preacher..I sure hope he’s not one of those hard liners who view Corporal punishment as the proper standard for the rod of correction. If Joey had misty eyes like Andy thought, I am afraid I’m right.

Great chapter. I giggled out loud at “little Mikey”. Too cute. Timmy is either on to Andy or secretly crushing on him and sees how Andy is acting over Joey and is jealous..or at least doesn’t accept gays. Time will tell there I’m sure. Debbie’s warning seems more to me to be about Timmy vs the bully. Perhaps she’s seen or heard it. After all, the fight was in the lunch line and no doubt the rumor mill catches faster than a grass fire in July in the Midwest

When Joey went to use the food tray to block tells me he’s dealt with bullies before. Proud of Andy for serving the bully a knuckle sandwich for his lunch. I have no doubt Joey soaked up all the attention Andy was giving him basically cleaning him up in the bathroom afterwards.. too cute. Also, I really appreciate how you use Andy’s thoughts to monologue his day. I think you have the mentality of 15yo closeted teen boy down pat.

Same. I love how in depth this story is getting. The deep rogue players can’t stop at Walter. This has me on the edge of my seat. Greg feels it, but is also torn between duty and family. I love the family..well except for Claire’s mother ..gag! I worry someone in the family is going to get killed off. Hopefully not but I’m waiting for the other shoe to drop

This is the most critical point. Tweaking doesn’t mean scrapping. You’ve already established a great base and structure. Work with it. A story is like a clay mold. Once you’ve established a firm foundation, then you can work with the rest with flexibility

But you did it and that is enough

Thx. I’ll start there.

@EnochGreat start. I loved the way you described the interaction between Mike and Sammy. I loved Sammy’s confusion and yet…clarity. I read a few comments below, I think your excited about describing baseball might’ve got to you. That’s ok! Because you slowed down a bit there after . That said, this is the first story I’m reading of yours. Sounds like I’m starting the wrong story first. Is there one I should start before this one?

I’ve never had Taco Bell make me question life choices. White Castle however…

If that happens Jack better keep his ass cheeks off the glass …j/s 😂

They made the list for shooting the moon out of a bus window?! Seriously?! how many movies in the 80’s ALONE showed the moon by boys and college kids doing exactly that? That’s like..expected on school trips! The world is going to shit.

That said, I don’t know if Nana is really aware as much as we think. Nick’s mom isn’t. Nick hasn’t shared those photos yet. But I fear they’re coming soon. Or worse. . @LittleBuddhaTW don’t you beat that boy to an inch of his life. He’s too sweet. Nobody deserves that let lone sweet Jack.

Let’s just say White Castle was a cheap way to get a colon cleanse..or convert from atheism to catholicIsm…oofta. Never again.

I so loved this chapter!! Well, everything but White Castle ugh! Can we say gut rot! Not that it isn’t tasty! But seriously this chapter was awesome. Nothing but happy feels and tears of joy.

Medellin? Where? Is it posted? I don’t see it.

Not going to lie, the confession on the way to the meet had me bawling huge crocodile tears. I’m proud of Joel. I’m proud of Cody. Lisa is still undeserving. Joel’s dad is still whipped but I can understand his position is very difficult but good lord man grow a set. Trace was pissed and rightly so. Celia, I expected, to be pissed but she kept it cool and calm and that I think, kept the cops from being called. Speaking of, I wondered if they’d be involved at the house when Trace and everyone arrived in a domestic between Joel’s parents. Oh well. Good chapter

I wholeheartedly agree on all points. I wasn’t too pleased Nick’s mom invited Tommy without consulting Nick first but I get it too. Tommy provided Nick with a much unrealized but very much needed change of pace and break from just Jack all week. Not that there’s anything wrong with Jack because how I envision Jack in my mind & I wouldn’t want to be apart either. I think it was just enough space apart however and it was good for all involved. Maybe Tommy might find it in his interest to ask his folks if he could transfer to HW…? Sounds like public school keeps him in the closet. I agree Noah is not going to go away either. The way Jonah essentially attacked him now has me worried. Will he reciprocate? Jonah is alone now more frequently now that Danny and him and hit the breaks for a while. Yeah. I’m a little worried for sure.

Not gonna lie I’m a bit worried about Mr. death breath back there on campus. I wonder if whatever letter Nick’s mom writes will be causing more trouble vs fixing what needs fixing