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Disappointment is one of the worst emotions to have, Steve. People make their choices. If there are conquences to their actions, it's on them and not you. I'm pretty sure I know what you're talking about. While I know how people can see the world in their own way, I still find myself thinking that some people just don't get it. As much as I hate cliches, I'll mention one anyway. You can lead a horse to water, but you cannot make him drink. People don't always make good choices. I also realize that I've only heard one side of the story and that my perspective might be different if I hear the other side, but I still believe I have a good idea about why things happened the way they did. Anway, I think you need a

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I chose the first one, because I think CJ is good at it. I also think he's a little uncomfortable with the second choice. I know he can do them, but he prefers to leave something to the imagination there.

I appreciate everyone's advice and understanding. It has been difficult at times. The realization that the only father you have ever known has been dead for over two years is still difficult to believe, but at the same time I have accepted it. Everyone has to deal with it sooner or later, but I hope that no one else here has to deal with it at such a young age like I did.

Lurker, welcome to GA! I'm sure CJ will be pleased to know that you chose to post in his forum first. Anyway, You have an interesting scenario there. I don't know much about EMP's either except that they cause electrical stuff to not work properly. I'm sure more will be explained in the next chapter, but we will have to wait and see.

Journey has a couple of songs that are definitely romantic, "Faithfully" and "Open Arms". Mariah Carey did a cover of the latter that was nice but not quite as good as the original.

The closest thing I have to a murse/man purse is the bag for my laptop. I love that thing. I should get a second one to carry other stuff. Maybe you should consider one, Kev. Also, it might not be a bad idea to cut down on the nights at the bar to clarify your memory a bit. I hope you don't mind my bluntness. I'm known for it.

It was exactly two years ago today when my adoptive father died. He had had a stroke in in his brainstem in July of 2004. He died on April 24, 2006, exactly two years ago. It does not seem that long ago either. In some ways, I still feel like I'm missing a father figure, but life goes on. There was actually a time when I would have sought an older man in a context of a loving relationship to fill the gap. It took me a while to realize it, but that would not have been a good idea. What I had to do was accept my father's death and move on with my life and stop wondering what might have been. I've almost forgotten his voice. The last time he was alive, he was in a hospital bed slowly fading away, a shadow of his former self. I helped take care of him for a long time. That meant giving him medication via a feeding tube, changing him, and giving him breathing treatments as well as turning him from time to time. It was no easy task either. Then, he really went downhill. First, his feet started turning black literally. They were actually considering amputation. Finally, he got pneumonia plus MRSA and sudamonis. He ended up being on a ventilator for the second time. Just as a respiratory therapist was working with him, his heart stopped beating. The nurse went into the room and tried to bring him back. A physician actually joined her, but it was too late. I found out soon after and soon my aunt and her husband took me to the hospital where he had died. I was still somewhat shocked. Even when you expect someone to die, it's still a surprise you're not ready to handle. It was about a week later on May 1st when we had his funeral. I couldn't help but think it was way too soon for that to happen in my life. I was only 23. In the end, we don't know how long we're going to live. Most of us expect to live more than 53 years, but there is no promise that we will. We were not meant to live forever, but I still can't help but think that 53 is way too young to die. I certainly hope that I live longer than that, but that may not happen. That's why I need to live my life day by day and focus mostly on the here and now.

I'm surprised that the "tricks" to making nuclear weapons isn't a closely guarded secret. I mean it's scary to think that just about anyone could design a nuclear weapon and detonate it on a whim. :wacko:

I'm sorry to hear that. I can try as hard as I can to figure out exactly what it's like, but the only way to know for sure is to actually live through it. I definitely prefer not to do that.

I happen to agree with that. If a significant other wants you to stay away from friends and family, he is controlling, and that's a sign that you need to end the relationship as quickly as possible. I also agree that a person's relations with oneself is important, because when it comes right down to it, we trust ourselves the most. If we have personal demons, we must try to vanquish them before it's too late. If we don't, we may end up in a bad situation such as being in a relationship with a control freak. I definitely have no desire to be in such an unhealthy relations, but if others want to be, that's their problem.

I agree. We can add this to the list of what CJ has in common with The Scar.

First of all, I will address what I went ahead and deleted... I agree that we're much better off than we were even 20 years ago. The fact that our issues have become important issues says a lot about where the discourse is going in this country. We cannot just give up and let our enemies win. As for knowing the answer, I agree. I would never ask that question unless I already knew the answer. That's great advice! Thanks for sharing.

I can see why you might be cynical, but just as racial minorities fought for equality in the 60's, we have to now. Yes, the KKKristian bigots are a truly evil and powerful foe, but we can't just sit back and do nothing while they keep denying us of our rights. There comes a time when we have to be louder, meaner, and just that much more ruthless to get whatever we want. One thing I have thought should be done in my area is a Pride Parade in Topeka, Kansas. For those who don't know, that is where Fred Phelps and his ilk reside. There was a time when people of two different races were disallowed to marry. James, I think a lot of your problem is location. I worry about you, Jamie, and Rick simply because of the state you live in. It has to be worse than the state I live in, and that's saying a lot. :wacko:

It would depend on the dynamics of the relationship. I chose this one because I really don't think of the tradition roles just as Kevin mentioned. I am most likely to want to be proposed to, but I would never rule out the proposal. I think I would need a high comfort level to do the proposing. It's most likely not to reach that point for several years. A life-time committment is huge, so I would definitely take it seriously. I believe we should prove ourselves superior to breeders when we do get married just to prove ourselves even though we shouldn't have to do so. The one thing I do know is that since the USA is full of homophobic bigots, I would get married in Canada. I would at least want it to be legal somewhere even if not in my own country.

I started this poll because of the another thread. Someone posed such a question, so I thought I woul start a thread about this particular subject. As for me personally, I would not leave someone based on either circumstance, because I believe that if you really love someone and are committed to that person, you should not leave him or her just because of something beyond your control. When my father had a stroke that left him in a persistent vegitative state, my mom took care of him. I would do no less for the one that I loved.

The song, , is definitely romantic. "The first time ever I saw your face I thought the sun rose in your eyes." That this the songs opening, and it is so beautiful. "The first time ever I kissed your mouth I felt the earth turn in my hand." Words like this would make me melt if someone said them to me.

I enjoyed the technical description. I like learning how stuff works. In fact, that is an awesome website for those who don't know about it. sorry >>> The ending you suggested is anti-climactic. The descriptive one is exactly what I enjoy about CJ's style. I'm sure it took a lot of research to plan this chapter, and that to me is excellent.

If not for the fact that he's str8, you'd be soul mates.

Well, I think part of it is some natural force at work that makes us feel a little more amorous in the spring. As for a man being too hairy, there is a certain level of it that I can't stand. I don't think I could date a gorilla. However, I do agree that romance is important. I have to have romance in order for a relationship to work. That's a requirement.

Now, if CJ doesn't admit to using evil cliffhangers, he will have lost all credibility. The destruction of a city with almost 100,000 people is definitely an evil cliffhanger. See why I say that I don't use evil cliffhangers?

That is something we are all celebrating, Kev! I also echo your sentiments about Jason and Sacha. I'm glad they're still happy together.

Okay, maybe one of my chapter endings was a little tense, but I doubt The Shadowy One would call it an evil cliffhanger. Besides, I've not really had a scenario where a truly evil cliffhanger to be created yet. I will probably do so soon. Anyway, with all the excitement this week, when are we going to see Eric in action again. I think we're all ready for the new chapter.

I just thought of another Savage Garden song I love. It's called Crash and Burn. "If you need to fall apart, I can mend a broken heart." That's so romantic. There's also a Rascal Flatts song called God Blessed The Broken Road and a Lonestar song called I'm Already There. The latter has made me cry a time or two.

Well, I'm speaking mostly of the brand of Baptists in my area. They're far from gay friendly. I guess that's the disadvantage of living in a rural area like I do. The ones here are just as homophobic as they can be. I tend to say that the safest churches are the Episcopalian Church and the Unitarian Church. Unfortunately, the closest Episcopalian Church is almost an hour away from here.