You know sometimes you have to put some relatives and "friends" on the fringe of your life.  I think that is where Michael and Lindsay need to be.  I know she will have contact with Gus but that is all she needs to do. What art could she have that would be good enough for the gallery and if she does Justin needs to tell her to try another gallery.  All I see there is trouble.  Michael, lost cause.  I just think they are both just users big time.  Melody, I don't like but I also think she has also been used by Lindsay and Michael.  Not telling Jenny about Gus just goes to show how non of them care about anyone but themselves.  So love Granny and of course Jennifer one of my favorites.  Waiting for so much more.  I hope we get to see the twins grow. I so love how you have written so much love and strength between Brian and Justin.

Author's Response:

I think they kind of put themselves on the fringe but refusing to face change but you are correct that is where they belong.  Mel and Linds are not contenders for parents of the year.  We'll have to wait and see what Sindey and Justin think of Lindsay's art.  Glad that you are still enjoying the story and like Granny.  Of course I love my Jennifer, glad you do too.  Thanks so much for the review.  Hearing from the readers is what keeps this story going.   Bill

Thanks for update! Happy New Year!

 

Okay, rant over.  Take care,

Deb L

 

Author's Response:

Thanks Deb, I agree!!!!  Don't want to stir up too much controversy.  Happy new year to you!!!!!!!!!   Bill

Thank you for the new chapter, Bill.  It was just what I needed in this madcap frantic week.  I was getting worried about you so it was good to see you post.

It was nice of Jennifer to help out Joan and that Millie and Tucker helped get the house ready for her.  I hope Joan appreciates it and doesn't get upset that other people other than Jenn was in her home or that they cleaned up.  I like that she is being more....approachable? nicer? (not sure how to describe her at this point) but definitely an improvement.  Glad she is taking her sobriety seriously.  I hope she is starting to open her life up some.

Andrea is such a worthless person.  How horrible would it be to be to live such a closed-minded and malicious mentality life? I know there are plenty of people like that, but I can't imagine limiting myself that way. Not that my life is big or all that exciting (I swear I could live a very happily hermit life, I'm just a solitary person, doing my own thing, learning, reading, seeing what I want), but I try very hard to be open to new experiences and I would never go out of my way to so visciously hurt someone, especially someone(s) that had just taken care of my child when I couldn't. I don't understand people who want to live a life like that.  I loved Mary telling her off.  It is a good thing that the Washington PD are very aware of who B&J are and that they want nothing to do with riling Alice and Charlie up. I found that funny.

Can Creepy get any more pathetic?  What a loser.  Is he unable to live by himself?  Has he EVER lived by himself or has he just always been a leeching loser, expecting everyone to house his worthless ass? Loved Brian telling him no and also telling him off about the twins.  I can't believe Creepy actually voiced his fantasies about Brian staying with him at the loft and getting away from "Justin's Kids".

Again, thank you for the new chapter.  I loved reading it.  Anxiously awaiting the next chapter.  Hope it comes soon as I will definitely need it to survive the next couple of weeks.  Hope all is well!

Holly

Author's Response:

2021 has been an "interesting" year so far.  I am good just a bad author for not posting sooner.  I have given myself 21 lashes with a wet noodle.

Jennifer doesn't like Joan but appreciates her struggles for sobriety and wants to give her the best chance to stay sober.  The question remains if Joan will appreciate Jennifer's efforts.

Andrea does not appear to have any redeeming features and seems to be an extremely unhappy person.  Like you I enjoy solitary pursuits.  I find that to be a blessing in this carzy time we are living through but it doesn't limit us when we don't intreact with others.   We will have to see if some truth is going to creep into Andrea's mind when people are all telling her how wrong her behavior is.

Mikey remains Mikey, nothing much effects him.  He just keeps bobing along.  Thank for for your remarks they are always interesting to read.  I appreciate your support for the story!!!!  Bill

Hey there and Happy New Year!!   I was so excited to see the update!!   I think it was very cool of Jennifer (and Tillie) to help Joan by getting groceries and clearing the vodka out of the house.    They also cleaned and did a load of laundry.   And actually, I'm proud of Joan; she really seems to want a change in her life and and I personally hope she is able to reach out to Brian.   I know he is really angry with her for everything she did - and said - to him since he was a kid, but she is really making an effort here, and I think even Brian would appreciate that.   I know it takes a lot to forgive, but just the fact that she's trying is a positive in my book.   

And then there's Michael.  He is so out of reality, its not even funny.   He honestly expected Brian would want to live with him.   I'm glad that Brian nixed that as well as Michael staying at the loft, too.   Even Emmett told him no, though I bet that even if there was a spare room available at his place, he still wouldn't let him stay there.       

Author's Response:

Happy New Year, sure is interesting so far.  Tillie and Jennifer are good people, willing to help people who need it.  Hopefully Joan will continue the good work she started in rehab.  It might not be too late for her to have a family.  Mikey exists in his own reality.  Always enjoy reading your comment.  THANKS!!!  Bill

After watching TV all day I was really happy to see this. I will admit off the top I wanted more Brian and Justin, but after hours of watching a building I have toured with my nieces invaded by terrorists I was happy to see this to calm my brain.

The 3 worst people in this story had to much time spent on them Joan, Michael, and Andrea. I actively hope Andrea loses Jay, that Michael ends up with an awful roommate and I can’t decide if I want Joan to succeed.

Brian better look out when he returns to the office, Michael may need to be fired or warned to shut up if he wants to stay.

i can’t wait for more, hopefully it doesn’t take someone begging on Facebook for the next chapter.

Author's Response:

Horrifying day!!  I have been to the Capitol many time.  Once, years ago, had a tour with a Congressman.  Had lunch in the members' restaurant.  Terrible that so many people accept lies.  Sometimes the worst people are the most interesting.  Haven't done an update in Joan for a while.  I was sure the readers missed her.  Brian pays no attention to Mikey, he will swat him like a fly.  It does appear that begging works for me.  I do have a little badnews for you.  I just bought a house so once spring come you know what I will spending time doing.  Always enjoy your remarks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  Bill

Thanks for the update. Andrea really is a horrible person. I hope David will take Jay with him.

Joan realizes that she will need help if she is to be successful. I hope she will keep Tillie's support.

Brian finally really stood up to Michael and told him to take responsibility. While he is looking for accommodation I hope Brian and Justin will have a good time at the loft.

I hope that next time we will know a little more about life with the Marcus Peterson! Happy new Year Bill Stay safe.

Author's Response:

I fear I have done something horribly wrong.  David ia cowardly, absentee father who sent his son into the house to face his bitch of a mother on his own.  David id not hero!  I almost like Andrea better, David is running a close second to Ron Townsend as a worst father of the year.  How long with Joanie stay motivated to keep her life on track, that is the question.  Not sure what the answer is... stay tuned.  Next time we will take a side trip to muncherland I promise.  I am wondering if reality awareness will come to Mikey...  doubtful.  Happy new year to you!!!!  Thanks for all your support!!  Bill