The chapter built steadily with the mid show announcements being the apex with a warm after glow until the letter...!?
I'm glad you're doing better and am really looking forward to the next chapter.
Life is a journey that can be exhilarating and boring, dangerous and unsatisfying by twists and turns. Most people don't figure it out even partially until they have faced some real trials and tribulations. So take care of yourself, but don't be afraid to take a chance on people. And try to have some fun while pursuing your goals.
This series is great, and there is a lot more by others that are premium too. Subscriptions are inexpensive and are a way to help pay for the site while enjoying access to some great additional content.
On a day when we are saddened, shocked and once again reminded that the precious gift of life can be so easily ended, let's honor the fallen with peace and love.
The anguish each has is only partially shared. They each have their own private anguish that will be much harder to share. Men, even broken men, try to be strong and these two heroes don't know how to be anything else, even if it means holding back.
I can understand Clayton being sensitive about money. Your description of how he was used in school, including college for his name and wealth explained it well. People who buddy up to just because of money are users. Ryan isn't one but until Clayton got to know him and develop some trust, it's hard to let go of what for him is a survival technique. Once Ryan figures that out, he will be ok.