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I think that Dennis was a jerk for most of TLW and didn't start softening up until the very end of TLW when he felt that Owen started caring about him. That was really the ephipheny moment where Dennis might have started feeling remorseful for what he did to Ben & Leo. But Dennis being a reluctant participant in fights with Leo? I doubt it. And Ben wasn't around to be a target because he was busy recouperating in the hospital. For example, think back to Chapter 1 of TLW. I don't think Dennis was feeling particularly guilty when he broke Aiden's camera. And don't forget the scene at the school dance where Dennis punched Owen in the bathroom. Dennis was actively being a jerk & looking to cause trouble. His transformation didn't begin until the end of TLW and continues through ITFB. Nice Dennis didn't exist before that.

I don't think that Dennis was afraid of fighting Leo. At that point in Dennis' life, he probably thought he could beat up the fag patrol. Dennis was still plenty mad at Leo for ruining what Dennis thought was a good thing. If he couldn't have Leo in bed, he could still get some physical contact by fighting him.

He's so cute Sophie!!! What are you going to name him? Perhaps Herman? I was going to say that I liked your ring

I agree! Ride It is my fav Geri Haliwell song.

I actually enjoy your unpredictable story postings. It's always a pleasant surprise when I see a story post and depending on the story, I may have to go back and re-read, which is a good thing. But anywho, don't worry about your readers. You just write where your pen takes you. Heck, start another story if you want, I won't mind

Happy 23rd Birthday Mattie-Cakes! Hope you have a fabulous one!

Here's my 3 year old dog Mina, short for Wilhelmina. Loyal, always happy to see me, and constantly finding ways to make me smile, she's my favourite . My ex and I have shared custody of her, so we each get her for about 3-4 weeks at a time. When she's here, she gets two long walks a day (about 3 miles in the morning, and 3 miles in the evening) and she loves sleeping on the bed with me. During the day, Mina keeps watch over the back yard by staring out the sliding glass door. She's quick to run out through the doggie door to chase any birds or cats that dare to venture in. She's really good at learning tricks. She can 'high 5' with her paw, roll over, play dead, and is getting really good at catching a frisbee. She's a jumper who can reach my face while I'm standing up for a kiss.

Happy 19th Birthday James!!!! Hope you have a great day and that this last of your teen years brings you good fortune and happiness! *high 5*

Happy 38th Birthday Dan!

Yay! I loved this chapter!

At least you met & spent time with the guy you were obsessed with. I have an obsession with 'Cycle Guy' for about 3 years now (see him randomly at the gym, borders, and most recently at the airport. But I haven't even spoken to him let alone do a meet & greet date like you had. Honey, I hate to tell you this, but together those were brush offs. While he could have had plans in the city and could have been busy at work, if he were interested, he would have suggested an alternate time to meet. And not some vague 'yeah, yeah, we'll get together when things settle down'. That's what I say when I need to blow someone off but don't want to sound mean.

You haven't ready HS? It's the ultimate, Domluka, fan, fantasy story

I think you're right Soph. I don't remember and I checked the last couple chapters and didn't see the 'L' word between the two of them. But it makes sense. It took forever just for Quinn to be comfortable with his gayness. Luckily he didn't say 'I love you' to the first blond mechanic he bedded. edit... Oh it looks like Jude said it in HS Ch4 .

Happy 23rd Birthday Jordan!!!! Hope you have a great day and a great year!

I think it's good for us to know the real you, as opposed to the proper image you want to project. Whiny bitch moments and all, it's who you are. Embrace it

Watching my dog interact with other dogs and viewing dozens of episodes of Cesar Millan's Dog Whisperer, it's been fascinating to learn about dog pack mentality and how there's always an Alpha Dog. Some dogs are reluctant to be in that position, but will take the lead if he/she feels the pack isn't being lead properly. Other dogs are perfectly fine in a more submissive role in the pack. Do you think there is a similar heirarchy in human, monogamous relationships? Does the relationship work better if there is an alpha? And this isn't necessarily sexual (where Alpha=Top). For me in my last relationship, I found myself in the reluctant leadership role. I would have been perfectly happy with my partner making most of the major decisions (where to eat, where to go on vacation), someone who'd take care of me, make me feel 'safe'. So ideally for me, I'd be comfortable being led if I felt the partner was a good leader. How about you? Or is this all hogwash?

I don't think you have to worry about Owen & Aiden. The only reason their miscommunication mess hasn't been straightened out yet is because ITFB is focused on Dennis & Travis. And while Dom writes the courtship between Dennis & Travis all cutesy and all, their relationship is still a hot mess. Don't loose faith in Owen & Aiden .

Congrats Jordan on winning Best eFiction Story by a New Author for In Due Time!

Extremely cute! http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0085257/

I hate that thing. When you sit there, you know it's coming, you know it's not going to hurt, but I always jump. I've even had to do a redo a few times :wacko:

So why is Travis going to the party? It seems to me that Travis is going because he's trying to figure out if Dennis' family influence is truly hindering Dennis' ability to come out to himself. I think Travis is trying to figure out if Dennis is truly bi-sexual or if he's just in denial about his gayness. Travis would probably be okay sticking it out if he felt that Dennis was just on a journey towards greater gayness. If Travis finds out that Dennis' is really Bi, he's going to cut bait.

MILK was finally available in my town and I saw it this past Saturday with a couple of my female friends. I enjoyed the movie and even teared up a little at the end . It's a must see. Interesting crowd in the theater, there were only 2-3 gay guys (or obviously gay looking guys ) and most of the other people were older women. I couldn't help but draw parallel's to our most recent Prop 8 battle in California. It's really too bad that this movie didn't come out before the election. I think it would have helped mobilize more people before the election as opposed to after. I posted this link in the Gay Musicians thread, but thought it appropriate here too Milk Screenwriter Dustin Lance Black's Oscar acceptance speech

Welcome Estevan! Glad you decided to de-lurk

Congrat's Davey! You're lucky to have someone like Chris who'll follow you anywhere