Reviewer: Bob (Signed) · Date: May 17, 2016 04:40 PM · On: Chapter 9
Good plot development chapter. Michael is such an idiot.
:)
Reviewer: 7wildwaysup (Signed) · Date: May 15, 2016 03:21 AM · On: Chapter 9
Oh Michael... He really is a complete idiot, and a stubborn fool. I can't wait for Ben's reaction. Joan might be primed for rehab is she has to cut back on her Vodka... Great Update!
Hugs ~ Kathleen
Author's Response: I'm pretty sure Ben will not be happy. He will have to struggle to remain Zen Ben. Glad you enjoyed this chapter. Thanks for reviewing!!!! Hgs back to you. Bill
Reviewer: DavidR (Signed) · Date: May 05, 2016 05:36 PM · On: Chapter 9
I haven’t had the use of a PC for a while now. I go all the way back to Claire. There seems to be a total write off of her, and her needs. In this chapter, B & J have made
very careful arrangements for Joan’s care. We even hear that John and Peter, after a short time, intend to visit Joan. What about their mother? I am not trying excuse Claire, but she is just as much as their mother, as Joan is to Brian.
Michael is probably not poor. Collectors may not have cash. but they certainly can raise
cash by selling off their collectables. When Brian refused to give him money, just look how easily Michael was able to sell some of his “stuff” and raise enough money to pay
his rent. How much more “stuff” does Michael have that he can sell? That is where all his money is.
Thanks for these last 4 or 5 chapters. The story rolls along just fine. As a compliment to you, I did not miss reading any chapters. I found a way.
DavidR
Author's Response: Glad to read your comments, I have missed hearing from you. Glad you were able to stay up to date on the story. Well Michael might have made some cash from his collectables if he hadn't left them unprotected. Now the thief may make some cash from them. I am glad you are still enjoying the story and thanks for the review!!!!!! Bill
Reviewer: Predec2 (Signed) · Date: May 05, 2016 01:42 PM · On: Chapter 9
So many things I loved about this chapter, Bill. My favorite line in this chapter, BTW, was:
“I said he was important to me Mother. I never said he wasn’t annoying at times!” LOL!
Love how supportive B and J are to each other, and how attuned they are to their desires and feelings. As for Michael...ugh. He just doesn't have a clue, does he? I wouldn't have put it past him to have planned the robbery, or had made it up if not for you telling us otherwise! What a shame he didn't think of doing that - ha!
And you had Joan's character down perfectly in this part. Prissy, annoying, and in denial. Just the way we love her - ha!
As always, Bill, thoroughly entertained by your story, and will be looking forward to the next installment. ~Kim
Author's Response: Thanks for the review!! I could imagine Brian's face as he said that line to Joan. I siled as I wrote it. I like a Brian and Justin who aren't afraid to be honest with each other. Once Ben finds out what Mikey has done there is going to be some serious consequences. I think Joan knows if not for Brian she would be in way more trouble but she hates that she has to accept his help. Thanks for the kind words, I am always so flattered by your nice comments. I truly appreciate all your support over the years. Imagine that I have been posting on MW for years!! Bill
Reviewer: nickknack (Signed) · Date: May 04, 2016 09:47 AM · On: Chapter 9
Makes my day when I see a new chapter posted:-)
Author's Response: Thanks!! Makes my day to see a new review!!! Bill
Reviewer: eureka1 (Signed) · Date: May 03, 2016 03:53 PM · On: Chapter 9
Thanks for another wonderful chapter!
LOL, Brian and Joan's mutual horror at hearing from Justin that the annoyed expression of one mirrors the other's. That entertained Deb and Jen, too. ;)
It's so heartwarming how Justin and Brian always take care of and look out for each other, not only in regard to the PTSD from Justin's bashing but in every other regard. <3
I wonder if Joan will respond positively to the opportunity presented by John and Peter. If not, Justin and Brian will make sure Joan does as little damage as possible to them emotionally. John and Peter will always have a loving home with their uncles and the rest of the family.
Sounds like Michael's going through a rude awakening about his comic book business. I wonder when it will sink in that he'll soon no longer have a business at all. I can just imagine how upset Ben will be about Michael's poor decisions and decimation of their bank account.
Grandmom Jen will absolutely be as pleased by a jewelry box crafted by Greg, Patrick, and Kevin as by the sparkling contents. She's everything a mother and grandmother should be.
Author's Response: Happy you enjoyed this chapter. I could imagine Brian & Joan's faces as I wrote that part of the story and it made me smile. B&J are a close knit team. Something tells me Joan is NOT going to react positively to her situation. I think some more trouble might be coming from that sector. Michael is due for a HUGE rude awakenng when Ben find out what has been going on. I agree that Grandmom Jen will have a very Merry Christmas when she sees her Christmas presents. Thanks for the review I always enjoy reading your comments!!!!!!!!!!!! Bill
Reviewer: wellreadbunny (Signed) · Date: May 02, 2016 10:30 PM · On: Chapter 9
Poor stupid Michael . He is such a loser. Brian and Justin are great as all ways.
Author's Response: You are correct, now that Michael left his collectables unguarded he is both porr & stupid. He is going to be in a lot of trouble when Ben find out what Michale did! B&J are an unbeatable team. Thanks for the review!!!!!!! Bill
Reviewer: Lorie (Signed) · Date: May 02, 2016 09:04 PM · On: Chapter 9
Another wonderful chapter.
I can just see Joan and Brian' faces at Justin's comment.
Love how they always have each other's backs.
Hey Michael, stupid much?
Maybe he can go to Brian and demand some of that money that Brian throws away on the blond.
Loving this story.
Lorie
Author's Response: Hapy you enjoyed this latest chapter. Neither Joan nor Brian want to be tld they have any similaritiies. Mikey is not the sharpest knife in the drawer. I think even Mikey realizes the Bank of Brian is closed. Thanks for all your nice comments. Appreciate all your reviews!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Bill
Reviewer: emac66 (Signed) · Date: May 02, 2016 06:42 PM · On: Chapter 9
Yay. Weekend reading. Happy girl again.
You know, a teensy weensy part of me almost wants to feel sorry for Micheal. Not so much for what he's going through, but because he's just so STUPID!! lol. I mean, one really should feel bad that someone is really capable of being just so oblivious to everything around then and so self involved. It cracked me up where he was so proud that he's going to be able to tell everyone that he managed his crisis on his own. DUDE!! Your like 35!! I should bloody well hope so! LOL!! Poor baby lost his toys. I have very little patince for people thqat have no common sense. A person doesn;t necessarily have to be book smart, but those without common sense....drives me inseane. Micheal in this....wow!! would send me over the edge! :)
Joan is in for an interesting time of it. My heart melted when John and Peter explained how thery were beginning to understand Joan more and that they wanted to visit etc. Those boys are amazing and I know that B&J had a major part of their vastly imporved attitude towards life and those in it. Amazing and very inpressive.
Exceelent chapter as per usual. Am always excited to have an update, particularly over the weekend when I can legitimately take the time to read rather than sneaking it in while at work. (I really don't mind that either. ;) )
cheers,
Elaine
Author's Response: Glad you enjoyed this chapter. I thought about having Mikey's precious action figures not being worth much when he went to sell them or just havng them stolen. Either way he is a loser. I know someone who used to say common sense wasn't very common, which is kind of true. I suspect Ben is NOT going to be very happy with his husband, Mikey may finally have to grow up some. John & Peter are good kids, kind of amazing since their mother is such a shit. Those Kinney genes do let people rise aboce their troubled lives if they get some encouragement. I think maybe Joan issues may be interesting for a bunch of people. Happy that I don't have to feel guilty about taking you away from your work!! Thanks for always reviewing!!!!!!!!! Bill
Reviewer: Anonymous (Anonymous) · Date: May 02, 2016 04:59 AM · On: Chapter 9
great update- loved the scenes in the hospital- with Justin, Joan and Brian
Great idea for the present for Jenn from Patrick and Kevin
Author's Response: Happy to know you enjoyed this chapter. I thought a little Justin-Joan interaction was called for. I could imagine Brian's face when Justin said he and Joan made the same annoyed face. I think Jen will love a handmade gift from her O'Brien "grandsons".
Thanks for taking tiem to review I love to hear from the readers!!!!!!!! Bill
Reviewer: shf1210 (Anonymous) · Date: May 01, 2016 08:29 PM · On: Chapter 9
Wow 4 chapters so fast I feel like I should pay you. I know not to expect that especially since one day soon it will get warm and your garden will again scream your name. One can dream even if one knows better.
I loved Justin noting the same expression on Joan and Brian's face it actually made me laugh. Loved protective Brian in the parking garage. I like how Peter and John know just how good they have it now but still wish their grandmother had some happiness in her life.
Michael Ugggg I am almost glad he got robbed sad that it will affect Ben but it seems like just what he deserves.
I love what they are getting for Jennifer for Christmas and I can't wait to see what everyone else gets.
Babies I can't wait to find out what sex the twins are still hoping for one of each.
thanks again for writing so much so fast I almost note the almost feel guilty for asking for more soon
Author's Response: You do pay me with all your reviews!!! I do want you to know that the weather here in the Pacific Northwest has been warmer than normal with lost of sunshine. So I want you to know that I have been working in the garden. I have had to mow my lawn 6 times already this year. Broke several records for high temps in April but I still got you your 4th story for April. It was by the skin of my teeth but it still posted in April!
I thought that little Brian & Joan have similarities and their reaction was pretty funny. I think Brian can help being protective Brian, he loves his Sunshine and wants him to be safe. Ben is not going to be very happy with his husband. Perhaps Mikey will finally start to grow up and accept adult reponsibilities. I bet Jennifer will love all her gifts too. I think we may find out the sex of the twins in the next chapter. Always happy to hear from you. You were my inspiration for getting this chapter polished up and posted yesterday. Some challenges do get things accomplished. Thanks for you continued support!!!!!!! My review numbers are down so I appreciate my loyal reviewers even more. Bill
Reviewer: BlueButterfly (Signed) · Date: May 01, 2016 03:06 PM · On: Chapter 9
Well you did it. You made me feel sorry for Mikey. He was finally trying to do the right thing, even if was forced to do it. I hope he learned his lesson (even if it's only for this one thing) instead of blaming Brian because “it wouldn’t have happened if you just did your duty and loaned gave me money.” Can't wait to see the fallout with Ben. Maybe Brian can give Ben money for meds, but please don't have him bail out Mikey.
Author's Response: I know how you feel. I couldn't help feeling sorry for Mikey myself. This may present an opportunity for Mikey to put on his big boy pants and step up to do the right thing. Ben finding out about the withdrawal (and not for his husband) is coming in the next chapter. No one is bailing out Mikey anythime soon, he has burned too many bridges. Thanks for posting a review!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Bill
Reviewer: JAZZEPOET (Signed) · Date: May 01, 2016 02:57 PM · On: Chapter 9
I really feel sorry for Michael...in a way. He created his own problems but he was trying to make an effort to make it right. Hopefully the police can catch the thieves and he can finally tell Ben the truth about everything.
The boy's visit with Joan should prove to be very interesting. Maybe she can keep her ill thoughts to herself for once.
Author's Response: You are a nice person to feek sorry to Mikey. You seem to be in the minority there. Even I felt a little bad when I wrote about the robbery. Not much good news comng for Mikey in the nexy chapter but maybe a path to growing up and accepting adult reponsibility. I wouldn't count on Joan becming too loving and giving, even on pain medication, Thanks for your support, you know I love to get reviews!!!! Bill
Reviewer: Lorma (Signed) · Date: May 01, 2016 01:52 PM · On: Chapter 9
Uh oh! Mikey is in for it now! Couldn't happen to a better person.
Author's Response: If you liked this chapter, you will love the next one when Ben finds out about the withdrawal!! Thanks for taking time to review!!!! Bill
Reviewer: bktush (Anonymous) · Date: May 01, 2016 01:42 PM · On: Chapter 9
My dear Sweet Baboo: Enjoyed this chapter quite alot. At last Brian told his mother how things were going to be and she agreed to his demands, that she did finally speak to Justin and even smiled when Brian said Justin was sometimes annoying. She may not like the caregivers and senior day care, but I think she was really frighten by her injury and no one to to help her for three days. I hope things go well, she really has no one. Karma has finally zapped mikeys ass and no one deserves it more, he has lost his toys and taken money without telling Ben--and basically no one cares what happens to him, he has called wolf to many times. I thought it was quiet generous that Justin is having Joan's house cleaned and that he sent flowers to her things move slow with Joan and Justin and that's a good thing.My sweet I loved this chapter and can't wait for an update. Love you, your Sally.
Author's Response: Darling Sally, always so happy to see your comments!!!! Joan didn't have a lot of options so she agreed. We'll have to wait and see how that works out. She had lots of time to think about her life spending all that time stuck in the tub. Michael is going to have to do some growing up. I think Ben is going to lay down some demands. Justin is a good guy and he made sure Brian knew he was firmly on his side. Thanks for your review!!!!!!! Your sweet Baboo!!
Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: May 01, 2016 01:28 PM · On: Chapter 9
It's good that Brian got Joanie sorted out. Sounds like the perfect solution. I like that John and Peter were concerned for her. Justin's going to be busy, finding out the sex of the babies, taking John and Peter to see their grandmother, and helping Brian. I seem to remember Mikey telling Brian he needed to grow up and not stay a club boy. Seems like Mikey should take his own advice. Poor Ben, I'm sure if Brian knew about his insurance problems he'd be more than willing to help Ben. I have to shake my head on Mikey thinking he thought of how to get the money on his own. I even feel a little sorry that he got robbed. He's not only lost the duplicates he was planning on selling but the originals too. Another blackhole for Mikey. So sweet of Kevin and Patrick to want to give a Christmas gift for Jen, I think a jewelry box is the perfect idea. As always a most enjoyable chapter.
Author's Response: Hellp my friend, always happy to see your review!!! I am not sure that Joanie will find the arrangements so "perfect". John & Peter understamd feeling alone in the world. Justin also has an art show coming up in NYC, so he will be a busy guy. I think Ben will expect Mikey to step up and take reponsibility for his mistakes. I'm sure Jennifer will enjoy all her Christmas gifts. Thanks, as always, for your review!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Bill
Reviewer: tiger062 (Signed) · Date: May 01, 2016 10:36 AM · On: Chapter 9
Well now, Michael is in a 'shit load' of trouble. It's not good that someone stole from him but Karma can be such a bitch and he is about to suffer some serious karma. Can't wait to read the upcoming consequences of his quite childish and immature decisions. Not paying his rent is bad enough but not paying his business insurance just to buy his 'toys' is totally idiotic. He really is getting what he deserves. Ben, however doesn't deserve what's coming - hoping to see him lose his cool (even it's just a little bit) - it would do Michael good to realize everyone is not going to come to his rescue and he's going to have to pay for his bad decisions - or if they do help he should still be held accountable - it's well past time for him to grow up.
Jennifer is going to get such a lovely Christmas present - and Jennifer being Jennifer will recognize the love and care that will go into the carve jewellery box and definitely appreciate it.
Author's Response: I think Ben is going to have some demends for Mikey. May be time for him to grow up or face serious consequences. I think you are correct about Grandmom Jen loving her gift from Patrick & Kevin. I imagin she will like the jewelry too. Always good to hear from you. Thanks for the review. Bill
Reviewer: sophie'smom (Anonymous) · Date: May 01, 2016 08:07 AM · On: Chapter 9
True they'll never have a mother/son relationship built on love, but something to ease the loneliness won't hurt. Justin will get Brian to understand. Michael tried. He really did. Ha! Hope Ben doesn't have to pay for his prescriptions out of their savings. If that happenes there May be no more Mikey and the Professor.
Author's Response: I think as much as Brian protests he can't help having some sympathy for Joan. His life is going great and her life is grim. I think Ben may not be too Zen when he finds out what Mikey did, stay tuned!! Thanks for the review, I appreciate all your support!!! Bill
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