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Keith has someone like Nico that he can call on and get information about doing the restoration, and that is great. The is one think about trades like electrician, plumber, etc. you get that mentorship and if you are lucky, they stick around a long time. Keith is lucky in his friends too. Sounds like a lively bunch of guys to be around. And while words matter; actions are more important.

Almost more interrogation in this chapter than the last; Caroline is clearly the one in that relationship that gets to the bottom of the issues. Isobel Bonner strikes me as intriguing and based on several of the other comments, I am not the only one. Keith and Thomas survived Keith's first visit with Thomas's family; and then they survived their first naked dip together with Greg and Bart. A very satisfying chapter all the way around.

Really like Nate and Caroline both; don't think that Thomas realizes how truly lucky he is. And not much of an interrogation really. No great outcry about Keith not being very religious, but of course, the welcome to see is always good.

OMG, out of the frying pan into the fire. @drpaladin is right, they will be knee deep in blood mush sooner and in a place that none of them would have chosen faster than they can imagine.

Well, our trio were not able to collect what they needed but they stopped the reign of terror these two were inflicting on the farms and farmers in this area.

Some damn fine stories on these list...

What a truly sad childhood. Some people just should never be parents.

Alison seems to be delight, but going on a spa trip with someone you barely know, just doesn't seem wise.

Art can be as personal as sex, religion, or politics.

Glad to see that with one exception Keith's friends stood by him. Den obviously is insecure for a reason. LOL

Keith is finding his own way and at his own pace. Thomas is there to help, and lead the way at times, but in the end, Keith is making his own decisions.

Figuring out how and when to involve family can be a nerve-wracking decision. But unless it is just no contact a necessary one that can bring its own issues and you have to find the time as well.

A real delight to see how Keith and Thomas seem to mesh so well.

Have to wonder how developed Hughie's gaydar is. This is great, a new place with people that he really enjoys and some place that he feels safe to be himself. He and Thomas will be able to get more into each other and see where it all goes.

Charity match, what could go wrong? LOL I really like how this is progressing. Well-developed characters and the writing is just too good.

Really enjoyed this chapter, was amazed that it took Keith so long to realize Stan was flirting with him. I love to try new foods and am always amazed at how many people refuse to try anything that isn't something they had growing up. There just be something about walking/hiking tours and trips. Seems to bring out the playfulness in so many.

This chapter seemed to be a walk down memory lane in some ways. A really nice day full of good company.

Excellent chapter, and I really like Thomas. Isn't it strange how you can meet up with someone, and it is like you have known them for the longest time, even though it was just a minute. Keith does need to find someone to talk to, but he needs to choose wisely and at his own pace.

Keith must do what makes him happy on his timeline. I have seen people pushed to make decisions or announcements before they are really ready, and honestly, never goes well. Jaz is interesting. Greg and Bart have their own past, doesn't everyone. And different experiences but isn't that what makes the world more interesting.

Nice getting some background, but some more would not be amiss. Really think I will like this. Not sure what happened, I read the first chapter and commented but have not been getting the notifications, will try and refollow and see if that helps. I thought @Robert Hugill just hadn't been posting any of this.

Well, different strokes for different folks, so to speak. Never understood those that got turned on by violence, but guess these creatures do. Wonder if it was the obnoxious farmer with the gun from the last chapter. This plan better be good, don't think these two are going down without a fight.

Truly well said...

Rocky is very observant; but seems to be a mixture of worldly knowledge and a little bit of naiveté. His mother sheltered him while his father and others indulged him probable more than they should have. I would have expected Bass to be better at reading the situation, his job means that he should have been better at reading the situation, which worries me a little bit but just a little. This unique family situation seems to be working out, let's hope it continues to do so.

As always, with shorter brevity than usual, a perfect look back at the week.

Damn, I may need to bathe in the frigid waters off the coast of England after that chapter. Calvert has endeared himself to the King and the Royal family as a whole with this act of bravery; and yes, it was brave. The bathing suits that were worn then were heavy enough to pull even a good swimmer under, especially if the person you were trying to rescue was struggling or fighting you at all, which could easily happen in a panic. Granger has found the perfect mistress, Prince Genarro. Of course, the singer will be the cover, but WOW. What a cover it was. Granger can find satisfaction with a woman, but never as much as with a man. I swear, Granger is just making the rounds of the Royal families of Europe, picking the most delightful playmates. A perfect way to end a nice weekend, can't wait to see what @Mark Arbour has coming down the pike for us all.