Daddydavek

I had to read the prologue over again after I read this chapter. It's a sad story so far. I just pray there is some 'hope' in it along the way.

I wouldn't dismiss Skylar either as there are a lot of country music fans out there. As far as this year having the most talent of any so far, I would have to disagree. I do seem to remember that Daughtry came in fourth in a year with some amazing talent.

I think that Joshua was obviously the best singer this week. Both his performances were absolutely entertaining and a joy to hear. Like someone has said, I'd pay to see one of his concerts.

Mark wrote in reply to a posted review on this chaper: "Because when it's his own son, things are different, and the decisions are tougher. Maybe this is one of those things that you have to experience first-hand to truly understand, I don't know, but it makes complete sense to me (having gone through this myself) that someone who normally makes rational, calm decisions finds himself completely unable to do so when it comes to his son. Unless you get that, you won't get this story. That's OK. As you've noted, I wrote others." I agree, having gone through the teenage years with a son, your feelings of responsibility, being protective and wanting to properly guide your son do make you less rational at times. Now, being totally bull-headed like Brad is strictly Brad....

Hey, I'm from St. Louis and we never have a clue about anything except that Steve Jackson will be good. Everybody else on the Rams team is a question mark. I do think that the Saints will be adversely effected; that Payton's glory days are probably over; that his little bro might be better than the respect he gets; and, that in the NFL a lot can change with just a few key injuries.

Chapter 32 is up and for all the speculation in the forum, I think Mark handled it brilliantly. Wade and Stef got it and after seeing the results at Brad's house including the cars, clothes and kink room, including the pictures that Will took after his beating; Stef just managed not to rip Brad and Robbie new assholes as he explain the facts of life to them. J.P. is yet to be heard from and of course, Will is still hurting, traumatized and generally feeling unloved....And finally, Brad has not heard from Jeanine over all this and she will find out and may have a lot to say as well. It is usually pretty amazing how strong a mom can be when one of her cubs, even one that is not her favorite is wounded. Great job and my appetite is whetted for the next one!

WOW! I knew Stef & Wade would get it and somehow begin to make Robbie & Brad get it as well! Well written chapter! It just sort of left me with baited breath wondering how Will is doing. Evidently Mr. Martin will have some 'splaining to do' to the police. Somehow, I think J.P. will have something to say to the paternal units as well....

KC mentioned your story in his status update so I had to come look and read all 6 chapters available. I Love your characters. I've used up my "likes" for today but I have 'followed' your story so I will get notified of updates. Can't wait for more! Dave

Life is surprising and we must be open to possibilities. Just remember you can "never say never". And yes, your position is safe and comfortable, but sometimes you have to take a chance. If opportunity knocks, don't knock it!

The chapter was an explosion powered by a long festering fuse with the ignition by Martin physically beating Will and reawakening the trauma of his kidnapping and rape. I get that. I also get that parents who actually love their kids instead of treating them like a power trip could have avoided all this. I expect that the family consequences on the paternal figures will be far more severe than the physical damage Will did to their cars, clothes and bedroom. I don't agree that they will legally lose their parental rights. In this family, when Stef and J.P get done with them, there will be a family resolution and Will will probably be living in Paly. This family is rich and powerful enough to take care of things internally without overly involving the law. The 'so-called' child psychologist will likewise be dealt with and hopefully never practice his brand of 'child' care again. Stef is not one to be crossed. J.P. isn't either. This incident will definitely cause them to take action.

WOW! Not what I expected! But WOW!

I saw the kiss to the forehead and that wasn't just in my head!

Renee's comment about reading the story in just two days is very telling. For anyone who enjoys a good read and loves animals as well as people who care about each other, I recommend this story wholeheartedly. Panhead 52 is on suspension but is also a wonderful story which is well worth your time!

And what's with the now obvious bow to those who've compared CJ's work to a chess game? (e.g. the title of the next chapter!) Talk about playing to your base, CJ must be part politician!

Bill I hate to agree completely with you, but I do!

A perfect game is such a rare thing that you can only watch in awe, especially if it is your team. Watching an opposing team is only slightly less awesome.

I continue to be surprised that Hollie and Elise are still in it!

Granger's innovation in fitting the iron tanks for his new ship and personally supervising the initial installation shows his dedication to his craft. His assessment of the one-armed sailor is probably just spot on, but his taking the man probably made him another loyal sailor who will follow him anywhere. His two LT's including the surprising Robey are 2/3's of that triangle with one spot left to fill. His cabin sounds well thought out and up to his usual demanding standards. His appearance before the King and his Privy Council, his trip to Brentwood to tell Caroline, and getting his ship ready provide for a busy agenda. Love the new book so far!

What a great start! Granger, perhaps soon to be Lord Granger, is making his ship his own in practical and innovative ways. His crew is starting to come together as well. Hopefully, the summons to appear before the King and his Privy Council will turn out as his father predicted and not cause George too many problems with more senior naval personnel. And so the adventure is beginning.....

Interesting that you are from Philly and never heard of Dick Clark. Ask any of the older guys in the old neighborhood and they will give you an earful. His Philly show went national on ABC television in 1956 and was a rite of passage for millions of kids for years! RIP Dick Clark

Yeah, unless he liked it all too much and is now very uncomfortable with a dawning realization about his own sexual orientation....

Wow! I was fortunate in that we could afford for my wife to be a stay-at-home mom until the kids were in school and then she worked part-time in our school district and was off when they were off. You guys have a much tougher road to hoe and I don't envy you this at all. Just hang in there and try to not be upset in front of the baby. Hopefully things are now resolved, but if not, there are other nannies out there and it just takes time to find one who is simpatico with your situation and little Q's well-being!

Chapter 30 is up and should add more fuel to the discussion about the relative merits of the parents vs. Will! Don't you just love it!

Another escalation in the generational war where both sides talk at each other but not to each other. The smartest thing Will could do would be to co-opt the "martinet" by actually talking to him and explaining everything from his POV. Ryan's reaction to his first gay penetration was predictable, but somehow disappointing after Will took the bullet for him over the flask of booze. School's often look for ways to make examples of students and Brad and Robbie could at least have asked for more details rather than just blow Will off as if he were lying. Having said that, Will is a handful and provokes some of his own problems.

We've seen Brad and Robbie through teenage, college and early and now middle adult years. They have led interesting lives to date and I expect that will continue. They have had monumental fuck-ups in their relationship and have come through a lot. Brad has always had more of a clue than Robbie, but Robbie is more sentimental and perhaps a little more likeable. The fact that they are making mistakes as parents seems pretty normal to me. Most parents screw things up. Just ask the kids. Kids screw-up more, but they get a pass because they are kids. Nobody is perfect. I suspect that Brad and Robbie have some issue not yet on the reader's radar nor on Will's that is a major distraction, but that is just speculation. In due time I suspect some explanation will emerge, but for now the drama continues and I for one am enjoying it.