Tiger

Well, I was being a little over-dramatic. I am not really a prude. I'm just not one who can sleep with strangers. Then again, I'm one of those who's okay with the friends with benefits kind of situation. A lot of people have a problem with that.

Goo Goo Dolls "Dizzy"

It's so fascinating to learn about katanas. Anyway, this link will tell you a bit more.

Katanas are the best swords. I have been fascinated with them for yours. I became even more fascinated when my cousin bought one. Traditionally, katanas are samurai swords.

Of course he knows. You never know what evil lurks in an author's mind.

Red Hot Chili Peppers "Other Side"

There's someone who knows if he will not be or if he will be.

That's an interesting point, Gary. That fight sounds to easy, almost anti-climactic.

That could be a most interesting scenario. Well, those opthalmic laser beams are quite nasty actually.

Thanks Graeme. I really wanted to capture the man's pain but not overlook the potential vibrancy he would have had if he had lived. As for the brother, his approach kept him alive during a time when so many were dying slow, agonizing deaths. Indeed their approaches to life were much different. I think there was definitely some irony in the fact that Richard did not know that his brother was gay and the fact that he thought he was to blame for his brother's failed marriage. As for being poetic, I really don't mind. Poetry is something I haven't been writing lately, but I still love it.

Kenny G "The Champion's Theme" Train "Meet Virginia"

You all make me look like a prude. I just can't go around doing that for some reason. I'm too old-fashioned.

I can think of a couple of them actually. Welcome to GA! Yes, I absolutely love Dan's cliffhangers. I'm always ready for Fridays too.

Yes, it was a mild cliffie. I do not have a tentative date for the next chapter. My main focus right now is my anthology story. It is due next month. I'm aiming for the html due date for this one. I'll be working on it every day until it is finished. After that, I am returning to Dark Earth: The Prophecy. I've also started a chapter of Second Chances, but I want to finish Dark Earth: The Prophecy before returning to it. Beyond that, there are also a few short stories I will be doing and Part II of the Dark Earth series. I will announce the official title once I start writing it.

That doesn't mean that Mom and Dad shouldn't be able to have a computer of their own. I can understand wanting your kids to do something other than playing video games.

I might have to try that some time.

I want to try skydiving. That sounds like fun. Maybe if I'm ever in AZ...

I just read the entire story last night. I really liked it. Great job! You'll hear more from me about it in due course

I went with other. I really can't do that sex with strangers thing. I don't judge others for doing so. I'm just paranoid about STDs, and I at least have to be good friends with someone before I go there.

Theory of a Deadman "So Happy"

You have to wait for the next installment to find out for sure.

I agree. I, for one, have played the game. Yes, I enjoy the violence, but who doesn't? I'm an adult, and I happen to love gaming. I have been an avid game since before it was fashionable. I agree with Jamie about maturity level. If a person is capable of discerning truth from reality, then he or she should be able to play violent video games without a problem. I remember there was a s**t storm over GTA: San Andreas because of "hot coffee". "Hot coffee" was not even that graphic. It was more humorous than anything. Also, the code for "hot coffee" was hidden and there was a special way to access it.

Joan Jett and The Blackhearts "I Hate Myself for Loving You"

I deleted the entry from last night, because I thought I was actually too harsh. Here's the bottom line. What I said about them is strictly my opinion. As for the accusation that I know nothing about it, I talk to some people who have been at GA for a long time, and I have no reason to doubt what they have to say. Based on the information I have, I formed an opinion. As far as I know, it's the most well-informed one. I also trust people more when they have a certain level of loyalty here. Obviously, they were never truly loyal to GA, and their actions prove it. Even if I decided to have a site of my own I would still want to be a part of GA, because everyone has been wonderful here. There really is a sense of family here. As for the other side of the story, feel free to email me. The address should be on my profile, but don't expect me to change my mind.

Those are good questions. I would say this cliffy is milder than Chapter 10's, but remember that as we get closer to the end of Part 1, things are likely to be intense. We still have some people in Empire City to defeat, and let's not forget about Quake and his minions. Don't be fooled by the fact that there are two chapters left either. They are likely to be the longest in the entire story.