Reviewer: auggie (Signed) · Date: April 03, 2021 05:00 PM · On: Chapter 30
Well those grandparents are something else. Don't like them at all. Hope there are big changes in them. I hope Michael says something about Justin again so Brian can punch him and fire him. I so dislike that so call man. I am very suspious of Lindsay, this all of a sudden looking after Jenny Rebecca and keeping house. I think she is trying to win Brian and Justin over so she can say how much JR misses Gus and can he come and visit and then she kidnaps him. Don't trust her at all, she's nuts. I hope no one falls for any of her antics. So sorry for such a long thought, and for a delay in reviewing but just like before if something unpleasant happens in my life I start this saga from the beginning. Thanks again for your update and this wonderful story.
Author's Response: Sorry not to have replied sooner. The Meeting with the Taylor h-grandparents did not go well. Lindsay is a trouble soul. Thanks for your comments!!!!!! I do love to get reviews. Bill
Reviewer: mary48 (Signed) · Date: March 22, 2021 12:19 PM · On: Chapter 30
i have no symapthy for janet and ken. they funtion as fairly normal people only when they are in their safe little white, hetero bubble of protection. expose them to the real world and they are just as bad as craig. you reap what you sow and they deserve to be kept out of justin's life. actions have consecquences and there should be consecquences for janet and ken... and michael, mel and linds. if you want to spend your life being nasty and judgmental and out for everything you can get and do your best to turn gus from brian, don't expect hugs and kisses from those you have hurt.
if anyone deserves some understanding for bad behavior, i think it is joan. she never in her life knew how differently people could act from her mother and jack and what a real family was like. she has no self confidence and no idea that change is possible for her. i'm hoping tilly and the parish priest can help her find a better road to travel.
like some of the qaf characters, too many people in this country today think they can be as nasty and hateful as they want to anyone who doesn't agree with them, just like the ones in this story, and that it is ok. it isn't and i find it disgusting. i don't have much tolerance for irrational people with closed minds.
like mel and her thought about "no more private school for JR" when Brian got custody of gus... public school is fine for other kids, but not her daughter. nothing but a fucking hypocrit.... like so many others...
Author's Response: My spologies for somehow missing your review earlier. Janet and Ken did not have a very good meeting with their grandchildrens. More on Joan in the next chapter. Mel has many issues, Thanks as always for your comments. They are always food for thought. Bill
Reviewer: bktush (Signed) · Date: March 14, 2021 09:05 AM · On: Chapter 30
Hey Sweet Baboo, I didn't mention mikey I really can't talk about him without cussing like a marine. Just wondered if maybe Cynthia could go off on him and shock him so bad that he can't speak, or in his case whine. silence sweet silence.
Author's Response:
Poor Mikey, you wish such bad things for him. He remains sure he is correct and the rest of the world is wrong. You made me laugh... your sweet Baboo
Reviewer: bktush (Signed) · Date: March 14, 2021 08:48 AM · On: Chapter 30
Hi Sweet Baboo, my vote is Janet and Ken 0 the Taylor Kinneys 100 ! Janet is acting like a loving grandmother but is blaming her husband and late son as an excuse. She was a grown woman and no one had a gun to her head, as far as Ken goes he is every bit the homophobe and lives to have people fear his power. Send them home, angry or not, don't need anymore homophobes from the Taylors, Molly and Justin would just stress and Brian would angry has hell. Ken wouln't be able to hide his true feelings from the family although I'd like think of Jen and Granny getting into a mud fest with Ken and Janet, I know Jen and Granny would win! I got my covid first shot today, hope you got yours. By the way moving to another state or town? Love you S. Baboo, Your Sally always.
Author's Response: Darlinf Sally, so sorry to be so late in replying. Life has been busy, moving SUCKS!!! I agree that Janet has given at least tacit support to the life view of Craig & Ken. I moved to a different town then last residence but I now live less than a mile from where I grew up. Kind of funny to be back here so many years leter. Some things the same, many things different. Drive past my old grade school almost every day. Also got my 2 vaccine shots so that is a good thing. Hope all is good with you. I remain as always, your sweet Baboo
Reviewer: mary48 (Signed) · Date: March 14, 2021 03:14 AM · On: Chapter 30
i reread this chapter again and am now thinking that craig's mother is just as bad as her husband in her thinking... from some of the comments she made at lunch... she just covers it up better. i don't think either one of them deserve to be in the twins lives.
Author's Response: The Taylors have not learned from past events and are in danger of being being ostracized by the Taylor-Kinney family. We can't forget they raised Craifg and supported his view of Justin & Brian. They have a lot to relearn or will be alone. Bill
Reviewer: mary48 (Signed) · Date: March 14, 2021 03:10 AM · On: Chapter 30
ya know, i find as much as i detest michael, that i agree with another reader about michael needing psychiatric help. if anyone really loves him, meaning deb or ben, they should get in into see a shrink. i have never met anyone on this planet who is so blind to the truth and oblivious to what others say and think. either that or he needs a lobotomy.... lmao
Author's Response: Blake has suggested counseling to Miket a few times but he is certain he is correct about his view of life. The rest of the world is mistaken!! Bill
Reviewer: HJ1225 (Signed) · Date: March 13, 2021 08:18 AM · On: Chapter 30
Loved the new chapter. I had nearly given up hope. I knew you were getting ready to move but was desperately missing this story. Thanks for posting!
Ken Taylor is just like his son, which is a very bad thing. I feel for Janet, but she will never get the chance of being able to be a part of Justin's family if she and Ken don't hear and understand what they will have to do to be a part of it. I thought Justin laid it out very well what it will take for that to happen. Now, will they listen and learn or will we see a replay of Craig's so-called attempt at reconciliation? I can't wait to find out.
Loved Molly and her support. I liked that she made Justin think about the request from the Taylors and I had to smile at the narrowing of her eyes at the Taylors and looking like Jen when she did so.
Creepy is just down the rabbit hole. Where are the men in white coats carrying a strait jacket to take him to a padded room.?
What is going on with Lindsay. Such a huge turnaround. The fact that Deb has a bad feeling is making me very concerned. I so need to know right now!!! ;-)
I'm glad that Jay is standing up for himself but doing it in a reasonable, knowledge-based way.
I have missed this story. I know you are incredibly busy but I hope you can squeeze in a new chapter soon.
Great chapter!
Holly
Author's Response: Ho Holly, happy to know you enjoyed the latest chapter. The Taylors seem kind of clueless. They need to understand that Justin and his family do not need them and need to adjust course if they want to be included in that family. Molly loves her brother and she is her mother's daughter, strong and confident. Mikey is like the rock of Gibralter firm and unmoving. I don't think Lindsay's chnage is really a good thing. Jay is getting good advice from his new friend, Peter. Peter is getting good advice from his Papa and Grandmom. Andrea is not getting any good advice. My intentions are always to update quickly but somehow that diesn't happen. I apologize. Thanks for your comments I enjoy reading them. Bill
Reviewer: wellreadbunny (Signed) · Date: March 13, 2021 02:34 AM · On: Chapter 30
I love how Mikey lives in his own alternative reality. The Taylors have got some nerve. You can love your son and not abandon your grandchildren.
Author's Response: Mikey is a firm inhabitant of Mikey World!!! The abandoned their grandson, they did send a gift to Molly but it was returned by her mother letting them know her children were an all or nothing deal. Thanks for taking time to review!!! Bill
Reviewer: Bryton4ever71 (Signed) · Date: March 13, 2021 01:10 AM · On: Chapter 30
Wow, that was a decent cliffy! I hope it works out, they seem pretty old and pathetic and need some sort of family ties. Ken is being kind of arrogant atm but that could be rectfied by a few quik kick in the shins by the wife. And honestly, what old, white, (well off?) male isn't at least a little arrogant?
Both the G-'rents seem to also have been fooled by Craig's misinformation which makes them victims too. I hope it works out
Sorry that Mikey continues to spiral down the rabbit hole to Wonderland and madness. That's a pity.
Author's Response: I guess that is true about old, white males being a little arrogant is true but I try my best to comtrol it! You have a lot of sympathy for the senior Taylors, you have me considering a different outcome for them. Mikey is dependable, not sensible. Thanks for the comments!!!!! Bill
Reviewer: marie-france (Signed) · Date: March 12, 2021 08:47 AM · On: Chapter 30
Hi ! Glad to see an update. Good luck with the move, it's always quite stressful even if you prepare as well as possible.
There is a lot going on in this chapter and it leaves a lot of questions. The Taylor grandparents are like Craig especially Ken and I think they lost their chance to meet the twins. Even Molly seeing Ken's behavior understood why her brother was so reluctant. I don't see this improving.
Michael is a big liar who never sees that his immature behavior will end up falling on him. Already when he says that his landlady does not go to Liberty Avenue, it's rotten since he got the accommodation by the GLC. And if he reports rumors about Justin to Kinnetic and it happens to Cynthia or Brian's ears he's going to be fired. Maybe he needs to be on his own and with nothing to finally grow up, we'll see what you do with him because I already told you you're too nice to Michael, finding him all kinds of apologies when he doesn't deserve them LOL
I'm also waiting to see, like Debbie, what Lindsay is up to and if it's something about her art, she must not forget that she stole the Bloom Gallery and that especially Sydney is angry with her a lot of her. behaviour. Jay follows his path, listening to Peter and Jen's advice on resisting his mother.
So many questions and while waiting for the answers, good luck and stay safe.
Author's Response: You are correct stressful for sure. Craig seemed to have learned his behavior at his father's knee. Ken says he believed his son's version of events, probably becasue he agreed with it. Mikey didn't move to the moon and you are correct his landlady is going to find out about his lies. Lindsay's behavior continues to be odd, we'll have to wait and see what happens there. Andrea is no doubt regretting Jay evermet Peter or spent time with the Taylor-KInneys. Happy to know you are still reading and enjoying. Thanks!!! Bill
Reviewer: sfscarlet (Signed) · Date: March 12, 2021 04:20 AM · On: Chapter 30
Great update. I would have thought Justin and Molly would have walked out on lunch several times with the remarks his grandparents made. I hope they can make them see the truth, but I fear that it may b too late.
Author's Response: Thanks!! I think Molly & Justin are committed to giving the Taylors a fair chance but it doesn't look promising. Ken, especially, seems to think a lot like his son - Apple meet Tree!! Thanks for the review, you know I love them!!!! Bill
Reviewer: Lorma (Signed) · Date: March 11, 2021 10:56 PM · On: Chapter 30
Great chapter. Both Molly and Justin laid it all on the line to Ken and Janet. I'm curious as to the outcome.
I must reiterate how much I love this saga. I'm hoping it never ends!
Author's Response: Wow, never ends, I guess that means I have to live forever. That is a VERY nice comment, THANKS!! Ken seems pretty set in his ways, not a good thing. Thanks for always taking time to review, that is what keeps me writing. Bill
Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: March 11, 2021 03:09 PM · On: Chapter 30
Always happy to see an update by you. Craig's parents seem to believe Craig's version of what happened over what really happen. This does not bode well for them. Love that Molly is with Justin 100%. Linds has mellowed perhaps with the aid of pills? Can't wait to see what happens next. Moving will make it harder to work on additional chapters, but I know you can do it.
Author's Response: Always happy to see your review, don't consider a chapter complete without it. Dad especially seems pretty invested in Brian as child molester. I don't see him ready to accept all of Justin's family. Molly really does love her brother and of curse she really loves Brian too! I think you are on to something with that "pills" idea, time will tell. Beem busy painting, will be happy when move is done - end of this week, fingers crossed! Thanks for all your suppport, Bill
Reviewer: vic32 (Signed) · Date: March 11, 2021 03:02 PM · On: Chapter 30
Go JUSTIN, he is fantastic in this chapter the way he spoke to his grandparents was perfect. I was so invested in the conversation I didn't want it to end. Fantastic work as always x
Author's Response: Justin is looking out for his family. Your comments are always so kind, thank you. Glad you enjoyed this chapter!!! Bill
Reviewer: cullengirl08 (Signed) · Date: March 11, 2021 01:53 PM · On: Chapter 30
I think Ken and Janet have their work cut out for them... With Janet, I see that she is trying with Justin, but Ken, he really seems set in his ways and not one for change. But I am glad that Justin and Molly are having this get together with them now to find out how they truly feel about Justin and his family, and depending on their response, just let it go and move on.
I do wonder about Lindsay, though. Debbie had the feeling that something was off about her, and Debbie is usually spot on about these kinds of things. I'm looking forward to finding out where this part of the story is headed...
On another note, I hope all is going well with preparations for the move and it all goes well!!!
Author's Response:
Yeah, I'm not feeling the love from PaPaw. He is not going to pass Brian bullshit test. I feel sorry for Janet, I think she is looking for family to fill the void in her life. Yeah I think there are still some issues with Lindsay, the pendulum seems to have swong quickly to domestic life. Can't see it lasting. Not as prepared as I hoped but all will be good. Thanks for the good thoughts. Always happy to see your review and know you are still reading and enjoying!!! Bill
Reviewer: shf1210 (Signed) · Date: March 11, 2021 11:04 AM · On: Chapter 30
Ok I missed this but I hope your move goes well, mine was a nightmare I would only wish on those I don’t like...
Mikey not sure why you wasted lines in this chapter, but I admit I look forward to him being fired by Brian.
Jay the kid is growing a backbone which is a good thing for him and bad for his Mom I see him at 50/50 with Mom and Dad soon because something else is going to come up where Mom can’t get him...
Brian and Justin and time alone, maybe soon they go back to those once a week dinners...
Memaw and Papaw, I admit I hate weird nicknames for Grandparents but these people deserve these dumb ones since they can’t get the clues Justin and Molly are throwing in their lap ACCEPT BRIAN or forget you have great grandchildren period end of sentence.
They bought into Craig’s lies and don’t seem to remember just how smart Justin is to the point they think he would fall in love with someone who would do what Craig suggested.
i can’t wait for more, because I think next chapter Brian should go back in the office and maybe someone will be fired....
Author's Response: I have moved a lot. Always think I am well organized until the moves gets close!! You seem to dislike poor Mikey, he just wants what is best for Brian - or at least his version of what is best. Jay has had a taste of real life and he liked it a lot. Mom is not going to be able to get him under her thumb again. I have known people called Memaw & Pepaw - seems more popular in the southern USA. I went with PaPaw. Whatever their names, Ken seems pretty clueless about what he needs to do to be a par of his great grandchildrens lives. Their family loyalty deos seem to favor the son over any other members of the family. Always interesting to read your comments!!!!! Thanks, Bill
Reviewer: Argangel (Signed) · Date: March 11, 2021 09:39 AM · On: Chapter 30
Super. J'avais envie de frapper ken. Honnêtement tel père tel fils. Je serais parti du restaurant à sa place. Ils vont jamais accepté Brian.
Author's Response: Heureux que vous avez apprécié ce chapitre. Il semble que Craig a appris son comportement de son père. Content que Justin ait cassé la mauvaise chaîne papa. Je pense que tu as peut-être raison de ne pas accepter Brian. Merci d'avoir pris le temps d'examiner!!! Bill
Reviewer: Bgriggs (Signed) · Date: March 11, 2021 07:27 AM · On: Chapter 30
Wow....love the strong man Justin has become! So much going on and yet so much unresolved. Can’t wait for more!
Author's Response: Justin has matured and is determined to defend his family!!! Thanks for the review!!! Bill
Reviewer: bksbracelet (Signed) · Date: March 11, 2021 06:57 AM · On: Chapter 30
Yep kick them to the curb Justin
Author's Response: Ken seems to not be totally on board for the big reconciliation. Bill
Reviewer: mary48 (Signed) · Date: March 11, 2021 04:09 AM · On: Chapter 30
an interesting chapter. the way michael runs his mouth, i'm pretty sure he will get caught out in his lies to his new landlady.
jenifer and peter gave jay very good advice and it seems to be working with andrea, so maybe there is hope for them yet.
i don't see craig's parents getting to see the children the way craig's father is acting. doesn't seem like he will ever accept brian and probably not have much interest in gus, john or peter either.
lindsay's complete turnaround was a surprise and i think debby is right to be suspicious of this new behavior.
when is gus going to get his clothes and toys? doesn't seem like that has happened yet. jr seems to be more accepting of gus' disappearance from her life. wonder if that will last...
can't wait to see how mel and linds are doing without gus and for lindsey to show justin and sidney her "artwork". and is lindsay so relaxed without gus that she has started acting like a wife and mother?
so many irons in the fire and so interested in seeing how it all plays out.
glad you are making your new home beautiful but hope you don't forget your loyal readers... hugs
i'm assuming ben will file for divorce.
Author's Response: Since Flossie has some connection to the GLC ceneter, she advertised the room there, there is an excellent chnace she will mett someone who knows Michael or Debbie. Andrea not taking gthe chnages in her son's behavior in a positive manner. Still kind of an uphill battle. Craig might have ;earned his baehvaior at his father's knee. Good point about Gus's belongings, he will want his toys. I think I have the correct person in mind to retrieve them for him. I don't think Lindsay just got a new attitude for no reason. Maybe Linds and Mel came up with a good story about Gus's absence for JR. I think Linds is till anticipating a show at Bloom Gallery, not sure that will happen. Ben has been pretty forgiving of Mikey in the past. Hopefully will have more time for writing once the mpve is done. Thanks for your comments I always rnjoying reading them!!!! Bill
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