Thank you for the new chapter.

I'm glad Granny put Kate in her place.  I knew you were building up for something to happen with Linday, by her eratic behaviour.  I'm presuming she will end up in a facility again.  Interesting twist with the Mel domestic abuse line!

What's happning with Mad Mikey?  You haven't mentioned him in a while?

Hope you're jabbed and safe.

Deb L.

Yay! A new chapter!

Wow!! Lindsay certainly let the crazy lose. I have to wonder if this is just an episode or if she has tipped over into the world of her own imagination to forever stay.  Is she now going to be accusing Mel of abuse? The way the hospital staff are acting and the tidbit about abuse counselor sure sounds like it.  I think she needs to be institutionalized.

I have to admit I felt sorry for Mel, but at the same time fully acknowledge that she pushed everyone out of her life and she is the reason she is all alone. What will she do now? Will she take JR and run, will she ask Ted and Blake to take JR (because JR is not safe with Lindsay around), or maybe Deb?

Ted and Blake are such good, sweet and wonderful people.  Love them.

Loved Ed's presence at the meeting with the architect and his teasing of Granny. Glad Ed told Jeff that Kate was giving them false information and that he sent Kate the pictures of how happy and great their mother looked. I can just picture Kate huffing and puffing because her lies were found out.  I was also glad that Granny called Kate and told her if she didn't stop she would let Brian try to get charges pressed against her basded on the cookie drugging test.  I wonder what Kate will try next.

Glad Gus got to see JR again.

Thanks for another great chapter!  Can't wait for the next one!!

Holly

Author's Response:

Hi Holly, Lindsay does seem to have fallen off the edge of normal behavior.  Mel is kind of her own worst enemy.  She continues to be abrasive and overwhelmed.  That is not a good combination to get support from those around you.  I always liked Ted & Blake, we didn't see enough of them in the show.  Ed appears to be a sensible person.  He was relieved that Granny is happy & healthy.  Kate if the one who is odd man out now, no one believes her stories.  I wanted to get Gus & JR together but it had to be done in the right way.  Happy to know you are still reading & enjoying!!!  Always look forward to your comments!!!   Bill

Great chapter!!   I could tell that things had been brewing with Lindsay for a while now and something big was getting ready to happen, but I never thought she'd set fire to her artwork.   Suicide attempt, yes, but the fire, no.  Her mood swings are not good.    She has some real problems and hopefully, she'll now that she's in the hospital, she'll get some much needed help.   

Author's Response:

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it.  Lindsay is deeply troubled and not acting in a rational way.  Not such a great result from her last hospitialization, time will tell what happensn now.  Thanks for the comments, always great to hear from you!!!  Bill

Sorry for the late review! 

Loved this chapter.  Short but great! Loved Granny's little trick on Ed and then telling him exactly why she wants to live there.  I liked Ed. I'm glad he wasn't a stinker like Kate but was instead happy to meet Justin's family and absorb the reasons his mother wanted to live there with all of those kids. He acted like he was family and was very accepting.  Hope to see more of him. Would love to know what he tells Jeff and how he deals with Kate.

On the one hand I can see why Lindsay wouldn't want to see Leda, I mean who wants to spend time with your partner's ex? But at the same time, I was creeped out about Lindsay's reaction. When will she be showing her art to Sydney and Justin? Because I see a complete breakdown when that happens.

Thanks for the chapter! Eager for more.

Holly

Author's Response:

Sorry for the late reponse.  I thought I had answered your comments but obviously I didn't.  Sorry!!!  Granny made sure Ed knew the truth and also made it clear she didn't like being checked on.  Lindsay gets creepier - new chapter just posted.  Thanks for all your reviews, commenst from the readers is what keeps this story going!!!  Bill   

It was great to see a new chapter and so soon. Hooray.

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Thanks for the review.  Hooray!!  Bill

Great chapter!!   Well, Ed and Granny had their chat, and Ed got a firsthand look at the Kinney-Taylor house and what a happy and lively household it is.   I don't think Ed has anything to worry about where Granny is concerned.

Author's Response:

Happy to know you enjoyed this chapter.  Ed was sincerely concerned about Granny but he found out she is happy to be part pf the Taylot-Kinney household.  There is always something going on.  Thanks for taking time to post comments.  You know I love to hear from the readers!!!!!!   Bill

 Sweet Baboo, I as the problem certainly enjoyed your latest chapter. Ed seemed truly interested in Granny's new life, appears he has no agenda other than his mothers health and happiness, he of course fell under the spell of Gus and the twins, how different he treats Justin from Craigs parents just burst right in and demanded attention and respect. I kinda hope Lindsey has her breakdown pretty soon when her art is rejected that will cause a major drama as much as she cheated on Mel I thought she was a bit high handed, I'm all for Leda and Mel. It's time for Mel to not see Brian as the devil but as a loving partner and a great father and Leda as a person who loves her. Lindsey is only interested in what she wants and needs. Hugs and kisses, always your Sally

Author's Response:

Darling Sally, hope all is good with you!!  Always brings a smile to my face to see your comments.   I agree, Ed was concerned about his mother but now sees she is happy in her new envionment.  We may hear more from the senopr Taylors but they have to get a clue about real life instead of Craig's view of life.  Lindsay sure doesn't seem to get any better.  Not to forgive Mel's bad behavior but she is between a rock and a hard place.  She has to work in order to pay expenses but her family is falling apart.  She & Lindsay have alienated most of their support system.  Huag & Kisses back to you!!!!  I remain, as always, your sweet Baboo 

Leda...I smell trouble! Sorry it was short,but thanks for the update!

Author's Response:

Glad you enjoyed the latest chapter.  I'm not sure Leda is trouble but who knows what the future holds.  Thanks for the review!!!!  Bill

oh, and i gotta say brian needs to get a grip on his concern about gus and 'old ladies'. 

firstly, gus loves everyone in  his family and i would think  that even includes the noxious michael so no surprise he likes granny and grandmom.

secondly, what kid wouldn't love to have granny and grandmom in his family??? no one i can think of... lol

Author's Response:

Brian has never had any lady fixations, so this is unfamilar ground for him.  LOL  Gus is certainly happy with having a Granny & Grandmom!!!!!  Thanks for taking time to review, love to heard from the readers.  Bill

I can't blame Lindsay about Leda.  He has a strange fascination for old ladies, lol "snorts"

Author's Response:

Lindsay was not an innocent in the whole Leda debacle.  I think Brian is really somewhat concerned with Sonny Boy's fascination with old ladies.  Thanks for the review!!!!!!!!!!!!   Bill

yea!!! new story tomorrow.. can't wait!!! lol

Author's Response:

you do know the consequences if I don't deliver on a new chapter for tomorrow!  Time will tell.  Bill

So glad to see a new chapter.  I read these with a smile on my face.  I just love this series.

Author's Response:

Thanks for letting me know you are still reading and enjoying.  Thanks!!!!  Bill

i  think that joan has made remarkable progress since she left rehab. she's friends now with roofer guys mother, been nice to debbie, eating out with the other ladies in the parish, helping and contributing to the food bank and had a truly wonderful lunch with john and peter. that's nothing to sneeze it.

i could easily see joan actually reach out to the priest to discuss brian's being gay and trying to understand him and his way of life. i think she's open to at least discussing it with him and i think/hope she could get the knowledge to find her way to acceptance of his lifestyle even if she can't so a happy-dance over it. and brian has it in him to forgive. he has taken care of his mother for years, in spite of everything and there's that confused part of him who doesn't want to see her die alone in her house... her acceptance of justin will mean a lot to him and seeing her develop a solid relationship with john and peter will also help a lot. they may never be best buds but i do think there is a real possilility of civil, semi-normal relationship developing. brian's bark is always worse than his bite with family.

i'm thinking something is going to push linds over the edge and it may be a refusal to show her  mediocre art. and i even feel a little sorry for mel with linds' issues. mel is overwhelmed and doesn't see what she can do to "fix" linds. she's been riding out the out of control lilnday and just grateful to see the susy homemaker linds  when she pops up. i think the nut house is in linds future... and i worry about jr being alone with linds when she's not doing well.

Author's Response:

Joan realizes hiw much she has missed out on because of her alcoholism and is determined to continue sobriety.  It is still difficult for her to abandon lifelong beliefs and fully accept Brian & Justin.  That may be beyond her capacities.  Mel amd Linds are trapped in a sad situation.  Lindsay is seriously ill and needs support, Melanie has to work in order to fullfill their financial obligations.  Not a recipe for sucess and porr JR is caught in the middle of it.  Not a happy household!!  Your reviews always give me food for thought and I appreciate that!!!!!!!!!!!!  Thanks,  Bill

My Sweet Baboo, So happy to see a chapter. Love Jen she sure handled the fools (the Hawkins father and son )Can't wait to meet Jen's brother, hope he's on Granny's side or poor Alice will be cleaning up a mess by the time Brian, Jen, and Granny finish with him,after trying to drug her mother Granny should have her daughter arrested she had no feelings for her mother just pure greed. I think Joan now has a clue what she is missing it's a shame she is her own worst enemy. Love and many hugs, your Sally

Author's Response:

Darling Sally, always happy to hear from you!!!   Jen has a history of dealing with Joe Harkins, now Frank knows she is no pushover.  Both of them are bullies used to intimidating people.  It takes a lot to intimidate Grandmom Jen.  The Harkins are not equal to that task. I think Granny won't need any help dealing with Eddie, she is just waiting to explain how things REALLY are to him.  I think it would be too painful to Granny to expose Kate's behavior to the world.  You are right Joan is her own worst enemy and is starting to realize how she has wasted her life.  Not quite ready to dismiss he long time beliefs and accept her son for the person he is.  Love and many hugs back to you.  I remain as always, your sweet Baboo.

Great chapter as always!!   I'm looking forward to Eddie's visit and for Granny to fill him on Kate's behavior.   I have a feeling he is in for a rude awakening!!!    I was very happy to see Joan getting along so well with John and Peter and them filling her in on everything Brian and Justin have done for them.    After going through the rehab, I'm not surprised that she is now more easy going, but was happy to see her being pleasant with Justin and even telling him they could be on a first name basis.    I am, though, still waiting for some kind of meeting with Brian and Joan, now that she is sober, as I think that would be very eye opening for him.   While I don't think he could forgive her for how she treated him growing up, I think it would be nice if they could at least be on even ground with each other.       

Author's Response:

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it.  I think you are correct about Eddie.  He is going to find out the truth from Granny,.  I think Joan realizes how much she has missed out on in life.  Her long time beliefs are difficult for her to dismiss and admit she has been so so wrong for so long.  Brian may be reluctant to meet with Joan because he doesn't want to be tempted to forgive her.  He has a very full life without her and may not want to dreg up his painful past.  Just a thought???  Thanks for taking time to review!!!  Bill

So glad to see an update thank you! Despite all it's nice to see Joan sober but it's a shame that she does not want to accept the love of Brian and Justin, she is really a loser, especially since she sees the happy life that the family has. Gus and his brother and sister are adorable. Ted and Blake's neighbor should be prosecuted for invasion of privacy (not sure that it exists!). Now I am waiting for Eddie to visit, he will surely get his mother reframe and he will be able to explain to his brother the lies and the jealousy of their sister. I wish Granny would press charges against Kate, in the end she deserved it. Lindsay is still so crazy. I can't wait to hear what's on her mind. See you soon, I hope not so long, take care of yourself.

Author's Response:

Joan is a sad person, wasted life.  She is not happy and she has never made anyone else happy.  Her beliefs are more om[ortant than people.  At least now she is starting to see where she might be wrong.  I always thought babies were fascinated by small children.  It is like they can relate to kids easier than full grown people.  The nighbor is like a lot of people who like to stir up trouble and attempt to act innocent about what they have done and try to act like a victim.  I think Granny will leave not doubt in Eddie's mind that she is fully capable of running her own life.  I don't belive Granny would ever play a role in sending one of her children to jail.  Lindsay is not well and getting worse.  Thanks for the review, I do love it get them!!!!!!  Bill

I love Gus interacting with the twins 

I am looking forward to Jen’s brothers arrival he will realize fast how wrong Kate is.

i hope Viola looks at Ted and Blake’s past as they were the lucky ones who have managed to overcome what her daughter couldn’t 

i am intrigued by the fact that Joan did not try to push John and Peter to see their Mom nor did you mention anything about her calling for John’s Birthday 

I wonder how bad Lindsay will react when Sidney and Justin see nothing worth showing in her artwork 

I don’t really mean this in a bad way but Joan being sober makes her a boring character 

Now I am going to start over at chapter 1 of this part of the story and with luck when I get to the bottom of chapter 33 there will be a next button for Chapter 34

I like Birthday presents as much as John, and mine is in October and I would love at least one Chapter to magically appear before the end of October if you can do 2 EVEN BETTER

Author's Response:

I am enjoying writing about Sonny Boy relating to Princess & Sunbeam.  They make a pretty cute & interestin trio.  I think Eddie will be quickly convinced that his mother is fully capable of handling her own affairs.  There will be a late card from Claire.  I think Joan just wanted to enjoy time with her grandsons and she & Claire on not really on the best terms after their last phone conversation.  Not sure Lindsay will get around to showing her art.  I think Joan was always a boring character, at least siber she is doing something positive for a change.  I will promise a new chapet on 10/1 and one later in the month.  if I fail to live up to that promise I will stop writing this story.   Your reviews always make me smile!!!!!   Thanks,   Bill

Love the new chapter...well worth the extra long wait😉

Author's Response:

So happy your enjoyed it!!!  Bill

Just finished rereading the whole series for the 5th time. Still love it as much as i did the first time!  Can’t wait for the next chapter. 

JUNE 18 LAST CHAPTER.... SIGH

ANY IDEA WHEN THE NEXT ONE IS COMING?????

I notice a lot of reviewers ask about hockie.  I don't remember if the girls went to Canada in this tale or not, but Canadian's seem big on hockie.  Maybe that's where it came from?

Author's Response:

Sweet of you for trying to excuse me but it was just careless of me or a senior moment.  I can always count on your for a boost!!!

ok, i have a question that just popped into my head...

linds leave at the gallery had to be extended so she was covered by insurance. wondering why she wouldn't be covered by mel's insurance. i know many things involving gay rights have be improved to protect them legally as married couples are... but maybe not enough yet? one would think a law firm might be enlightened enough to provide partnership coverage, but i don't know so am asking. 

and, if she isn't covered under mel's insurance, how on earth is she going to get the help she needs? brian and justin should certainly not provide any more monetary assistance to them and i would really hate to see that happen. here in california we have medicaid, which is similar to medicare but i think it is state provided and often for younger people who have little or no income.  just curious how that would work... sorry to be so ignorant about this stuff...

 

Author's Response:

Lindsay's gallery insurance had to be extended because she was aready hospitilized under that policy.  She couldn't switch to Mel's insurnce untilshe was released from mental hospital.  Apprently Mel was able to get Linds covered for her preexisting mental illness.  Gus had always been in Brian's health insurance.  Bill

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Where the h--- did hockey come from??????  I must be losing it, maybe time to stop writing??

DON’T YOU DARE STOP WRITING, I WOULD RATHER BE AMUSED AT THE TYPOS AND GAFFES THEN NOT READ MORE OF THIS AMAZING STORY. I just had to point this one out most of them are not this wonky...

Author's Response:

I though that would get a response.  It annoys me when I make grammatical errors because I do try and catch rhem before I post a chapter.  I truly cannot understand where hockey came from.  

Hope you are doing well!!    Good chapter!!!   I don't even know what to say about Melanie and Lindsay.   They shouldn't have custody of a stuffed animal, much less a child.   Mel is working all the time and Lindsay with all of her issues, doesn't even seem to realize that she has JR half the time.   Thank goodness that Debbie realized that JR needs help and is looking into daycare for JR.   And that was so sweet of Joe to give some of his money to help out with the daycare; he realizes that JR's situation is not a good one for her and will only lead to problems.   

Author's Response:

Real ife has been hectic on a few froints but I am good.  Mel & Linds are not likely to be getting any parenting awards.  Sadly I don't see that changing anytime soon.  Lindsay is deeply troubled and not getting better.  Mel is driven by financial demands.  Debbie is trying her best tp help the situation.  Joe understands needing someone to help you and is fond of his Little Miss.  Lucky for JR that she has them on her side.  Thanks for taking time to review I love to get them!!!!!  Bill

like brian and justin, it didn't dawn on me that gus would be so upset by mel and linds not reaching out to him, but they handled it well and granny and john contributed wonderfully to help gus understand.

when mel went upstairs to open the bedroom door to check on linds, i had a quick flash of her dead in bed from suicide. fortunately, or perhaps not, that wasn't the case but linds is a real mess and needs some serius help. and i hate to admit it, but mel really needs help too. she has had way too  much stress since linds had the fight with her parents and it has snowballed into something she simply can't handle. she needs to go back to the shrink and really work her issues but not sure she's quite ready yet to admit she was the problem and not brian.

deb and carl might actually be able to over the care of jr... between daycare and school, deb could keep her job and joe seems to be a big help getting jr to eat better and probably behave better too. and it would be good for jr. of course, mel would have to kick in decent support for jr, but with just her, she could sell the house, pay b/j back and get something a lot smaller for just her and linds... if she can even keep linds in her life. linds is so unstable i'm not sure she's gonna be able function normally enough to be at home alone or be anything but a total financial drag on melanie.

joe is a wonderful kid, as are all the kids in this story... it's a bit unrealistic, but so very heartwarming to see such great kids behaving and contributing to their families' happiness and supporting each other as friends should do.

i'd like to see deb and mel have a come to jesus moment with michael, telling him he has to start seriously contributing to jr's upkeep or get all custody rights taken away from him. if that means he gets a second job and quits buying his toys, so be it. it's time that worthless piece of shit ran headlong into the karma he so richly deserves.

a great story that just keeps getting better. can't wait for jen to get involved with gus and his moms. she'll have more encouraging words to build on what he's already been told and that is good.

so many irons in the fire and can't wait to get the details on them all... tyty

Author's Response:

Gus dismay at his mothers' abandoment ocurred to me at the last minute.  That was not my plan for this chapter.  Poor Lindsay seems to be getting worse instead of better.  I think maybe the longer you keep hurt inside the worse it is when you recognize that hurt exists.  Mel is definetly ub over her head with Lindsay.  So difficult to deal with a mentally ill person which if have experienced first hand.  Not sure Debbie is up to caring for a 5 year old fulltime but she is provind needed care and love.  So you think wonderful kids are unrealistic, that is interesting.  I do agree that most of the kids in the story are don't forget Joe Harkins.  I don't see Debbie ever confronting her precious son.  She knows he has issues but that brings her quite a bit of guilt over how she raised him.  Thank you for you very kind comments.  I can hardly believe this saga is still ongoing after several years.  The reviews are what keep it going.  Bill

My heart was breaking for Gus right throughout this chapter. His mothers have a lot to answer for. Plus poor JR she needs a more stable home and that is not with her mums. I am loving this so much. So much love and respect within as well. 

Author's Response:

Melanie and Lindsay are pretty selfish people.  Lucky for Gus,he has a bunch of people who love him.  Things are looking uo for JR, Grandmom Debbie is taking on a bigger role in her life and Little Miss enjoys spending time with her Joey.  Glad to know you are enjoying the story.  Thanks for the nice comment my friend.  Bill

I was so happy to see this update, I was looking forward to it.

I hope Gus was completely reassured about the people who love him he's such a nice little guy, he will eventually understand that his mothers are responsible and not him.

Melanie seems to have started to see that she is the cause of a lot of problems in their family. Lindsay is crazy. I can't even imagine the reaction when Sydney and Justin turn down her exposure. She is so imbued with herself.

JR has a great time with Debbie Joe and Carl and Joe is a really good guy. He knows what it's like to have a broken family. Michael seems to be jealous of his daughter's good time with Joe, what a despicable man. He does nothing for her but is unhappy with what others are doing. Michael well! Unfortunately no surprises here.

Author's Response:

Sorry to make you wait so long for this chapter.  I think everyone telling Gus about lifetime love reasured him that his Daddy & Papa would not suddenly stop loving him.  Mikey thinks everyone shoud be taking care of him, expecially his mother & Brian.  He is missing out on a lot hapiness by refusing to grow up.  I appreciate all your support for the story!!!!!!!!  Bill

Thanks for the new chapter. I am sorry JR is getting the short end of the stick when it comes to parental care. Sounds like Lindsay is still crazy.

Author's Response:

Glad you liked the update.  I think things are getting a little better for JR.  She hasd Grandmom & Grandpop and her Joey to help take care of her.  Poor Linds is very distrubed and doesn't seem to be getting better.  Thanks for reviewing, you know I love them!!!  Bill

Yay!  A new chapter!  And, it was great! I know you have been so busy, and I have tried to wait so patiently, but boy have I missed this story! 

My heart broke for Gus and his fears and tears were rolling down my face when Granny held him and got him to finally believe in lifelong love in families.  At least I hope he did. And John's words to Gus, again tears. John is such a good guy, who would have thought he would turn out to be such a wonderful person. Just wonderful scenes that you wrote about lifetime love and "love" families. Great job!

I believe that Lindsay is showing manic depressive symptoms.  High highs, low lows, possible imagining things (like seeing her parents at the grocery store). For the first time in a long time, I felt sorry for Mel. Small steps to seeing how her behavior has made her lose a lot of things lately. Hopefully she will start correcting her behavior.

Joe is a sweety. Why do I get the feeling whiney ass is going to not like Joey being around JR?

Love this story and I am always anxiously awaiting more chapters from you (no pressure, just know this story is LOVED).

Holly

Author's Response:

Hi Holly, happy top know you emjoyed the chapter.  it verred in a direction I had not planned but I am happy with the result.  I would like to say that Granny reassuring Gus is the reason I brought her into the story but that would be a lie.  This long saga just kind of lurches along on my inspiration of the moment.  This chapter started on a whole different tangent before iI thought about how Gus would feel about being abandoned by his mothers.  Poor Lindsay is very troubled.  I have personal experience with a couple people who had difficult choldhoods that came back to seriously affect them as adults.  One told me that he kept his abuse locked in a room in his brain but when he went to counseling and discussed that issue he could never get it locked away again.  I don't think ti was really locked away sincehe had become depressed which is why he started counseling.  His story did not have a good outcome. Mikey doesn't like anything about Joe being taken in by Debbie.  He believes he should be sleeping in his old bedroom not Joe.  Happy that you enjoy the story so much.  Thanks for all your nice comments.  Bill 

Hi Hun, know you're busy, but an update would be really welcome.  Been 8 weeks since last update.

Sos, don't wanna push.  But I Love, Love, Love this series so much, it's like an addiction!!

Take care,

Deb L.

Author's Response:

I'm sorry real life is hectic at the moment but should update in the next couple days.  Just doing some final edits.  Bill

ok, michael's big mouth at the reception desk with his partner and the lady from finance or wherever...

the comment he made about brian wanting time away from "justin's brats" should be reported to cynthia, the receptionists supervisor. totally inapproprite, even saying to another employee let alone two of them. brian would be very upset if he knew about it and considering michael represents the company at that front desk, he should know what he is spewing there for anyone walking by to hear. he should not get away with that. 

Sweet Baboo, hit the submit by accident. I feel sorry for Joan she led a horrible life not so different from Janet except she has just about killed herself with the drinking.Her daughter in jail but to scream at Joan after all the mistakes the daughter is as delusional as weasel boy, Brian was the one that was abused his whole childhood. I'm waiting for Granny to do a smackdown on weasel boy, that will give him a reason to whine.            your loving Sally

Author's Response:

Darling Sally, I told another reviewer that Janet & Joan might get a group discount with a therapist.  They are both victims who lacked the strength to break free form their abusers.  I think Granny doesn't think Michael deserves her attention.  Youe Sweet Baboo

Thanks for update!  Glad Justin put the other grandparents in their place.  I hope Michael gets his smackdown soon.  If anyone else was a rude about the owner of the company he works for, he would be fired long ago!!

Looking forward to more,

Deb L.

 

Author's Response:

Hi Deb, truly sorry not to have responded sooner.  Justin always protects his family.  Brian has too much past with Mikey to completley abandon him but it Mikey comes close to Brian's breaaking point.  Thanks for the review!!!!  Bill

Hey Bill, hope you are doing well!!   

I am very proud of Joan.   I think she has really come a long way and is definitely turning things around.   And if she continues the way she is, maybe she can try and reach out to Brian again.   I know they have a ways to go, and there are a lot of issues to work through, but I really think the two of them can actually have an honest to goodness talk and maybe even make some progress.   I guarantee it would go a lot better than that chat between Justin and his grandfather...   LOL 

Author's Response:

I am doing well but am a very bad author for not respoding to comments sooner.  I apologize!!!!!  Joan has a ways to go, she has to accept Brian and Justin for who they are.  Almost any talk would be better than the Justin/Ken discussion.  Thanks for the comments!!!  Bill

So fantastic to see a new chapter of this amazing story. I feel for JR she deserves to have a better home life just like Gus is getting. Debbie is doing a wonderful job with her and Mel and Linds need to be careful and be thankful that. Brian and Justin have been through so much so it's great seeing the good people in their life stay and the bad get weeded out. Nina is such a wonderful little girl and Ted and Blake love her so I hope that wicked woman across the road gets dealt with. There are so many emotions and beautiful moments in this. Fantastic work as always x

Author's Response:

I will start with an apology for not responding sooner, that is very wrong of me!!  Happy you enjoyed the last chapter.  I suspect some big changes are coming to JR's home life.  I think Debbie is enjoying spending timw with her granddaughter but will not accpet unreasonable interference.  Ted will come out ahead.  His neighbor is a fool.  Thanks for all your kind words!!!!!!  Bill

Joan has come a long way.  Not so Craig's father.  Brian has found piece with Justin and his kids.  Shame Michael is stuck in his believe that Brian can't possible be happy.  Poor Ted, I'm looking forward to reading what you give us concerning the nosy neighbor.

Author's Response:

Joan still has a ways to go.  Ken is happy with his life view, just like his son was.  Mikey is as solid as the rock of Gibralter, clueless but solid.  I think Ted will win this round with his annoying neighbor.  Sorry to take so long to reply!!!!!!!!!  Bill

Melanie=Meanie love it!!!

Author's Response:

Now I am the Meanie for not reposnding to reviews.  I am sorry for my neglect.  Bill

YAY!!!!  My begging for a new chapter that I did to my computer screen yesterday resulted in a new chapter!!!

I feel for Janet, but she did sort of bring this on herself. She made the choice of being subservient and letting her bigoted closed-minded asshole husband not give a damn about her feelings. And she continues to allow it to happen, so she must not really want her grandchildren in her life.  Or at least not Justin & Molly. It just makes me appreciate Jennifer all the more that she had the strength to not allow that to happen to her and loving her children more than willing to settle for a comfortable life with a controlling bigoted asshole. Maybe Janet will grow a spine, but I doubt it. Her loss.

Had to laugh at your typo calling Melanie Meanie. LOL  I recently read that typo in another story and thought how appropriate the typo was. Meanie is just out of control. Deb was right in the fact that Meanie just hates males, no matter the age which led to the mistreatment of Gus and the spoiling of her daughter by making Gus pay for JR's misdeeds.  That is how she feels about men, she is all about blaming males for her mistakes, fuck-ups and hatefulness. She really needs a psychiatrist right along with her cra-cra bitch of a wife.  And wow, I feel like I am really cussing a lot this evening, but when the words fit, they fit.

Speaking of bitches, poor Ted having to deal with that trouble-making, gossiping bitch neighbor of his.  Glad he stood his ground and let Sybil know he didn't like her thinking that either, even if it was for just a moment. Ted is a good father and a good man and he did not deserve that at all.  I wouldn't have told the biddy anything and served her with a slander lawsuit since she was spreading vicious lies about Ted & Blake. But Ted is way nicer than me.  As I have mentioned before, I'm a vindictive bitch myself. LOL

Loved the trust that Brian has of Granny and love how much she loves the kids (especially Gus) and how happy she is living there.  I was actually wondering if there was any news about Kate's unethical lawyer. Glad to know that they are still trying to make that disbarment happen.

Creepy  is as delusional as ever. Loved Brian enjoying his day at work.

I'm glad Joan is rejoining the world a bit. Tilly is a good woman. I was surprised that Joan went to talk to Deb, but it was a good talk. I don't know if she can ever truly be forgiven or not but I thought it showed a lot of growth in how she is currently viewing things. But who knows what she will think or say next time.  I do believe in redemption for some, not sure if Joanie deserves it, but I am glad to see her growth today and the knowledge and acknowledgement of the horrible things she has done in her life and her understanding it will probably be impossible for her victims to forgive or want to be in her life.

I have to admit that I teared up in two places in this chapter; 1) when Brian told Granny he still can see Justin on the garage floor, and 2) when Joan started crying (never thought I would cry for her -- okay, I'm a crier, don't even let me near a Hallmark movie).

Great chapter!! Thank you for posting.  Can't wait for a new chapter!

Hope your move went well and you are all settled in at your new house.

Holly  

Author's Response:

Move was good, still some unpacking to do.  It is very hard to change the habits of a lifetime, Janet doesn't see, to be making any changes.  Joan on the other hand seems to be making needed changes.  Several people seem to enjoy my unintentional categorization of Melanie.  She doesn't seem to realize her life is wildly off course.  I think Ted will come out on top with his neighborhood dispute.   Brian knows that Granny is genuine and that she really loves two of the mopst important people in his life:  Justin & Gus.   You really have a pick against poor Mikey.  He knows he is right even if the rest of world doesn't realize it.  Joan is really making positive changes to her life.  I hope it continues.  Very falttering that I can move you to tears, thank you!!!  Always move to ready your comments!!!  Bill

C'etait Super. Je voulais pas que sa s'arrête. Ken est un idiot.  J'en étais sûr que rien n'allait changer. Je suis contente pour Joan c'est bien. Pour Ted, j'espère qu'ils vont trouver cette assistante sociale. 

Author's Response:

Heureux que vous avez apprécié cette mise à jour. Ken se coupe de beaucoup de bonheur et la pauvre Janet va avec lui. J'espère que la vie de Joan continuera de s'améliorer.   Bill     

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Great chapter. 

I loved the confrontation between Brian and Creepy. I seriously think Creepy needs to be institutionalized, he just seems to be sinking more and more into comic hero and supervillains fantasy world. Even with Brian telling him he is starting to hate him, Creepy still thinks he needs to be saved as if he was a damsel in distress due to Boy Wonder, the Supervillain. I know you always say that we can always depend upon Creepy being the same, but there comes a time when people (characters) have to think that Creepy needs serious help with his delusions and living in comic fantasy land. There is something seriously wrong with him not being able to face that fact.  Psychiatric help is desperately needed.  JMHO

I really loved that Molly and Granny had some one on one time and I loved how Molly handled her grandparents surprise visit. She is maturing nicely and knows and respects her brother and his reactions to things. I will be interested in her conversation with J&B about the Taylors seeing the twins.  I got a little smile when Granny did her sly little dig about staying with Justin and his family.

Loved the one on one time that B&J got to have and loved seeing Emmett & Rusty.

I'm wondering what is going on in Lindsay, Mel, Ben and the Horvath's lives.  Would love to catch up on them too if you feel like writing some on them.

Loved the chapter and anxiously awaiting more!!

Holly

Author's Response:

Holly, so sorry not to have replied sooner.  Somehow I missed seeing this review.  Mikey is an interesting character, so sure he is correct about his view of Brian when all evidence is to the contrary.  By now you probably know how the Taylor gransparents meeting is progressing.  Also there are some of the catchups you requested, sorry again for my later response!!!!!  Bill

Good for Molly!  Guess she told them. 

 I'm so glad you updated.  I just love this continuing saga.

Author's Response:

I know I am not the best at updating, I could say I made a new years resolution to do better but I don't belive in them.  Molly might surprise you......  Thanks for the review, I do love to get them and that is why I keep  adding to this long saga, it has been going for 7 years which I find hard to believe!!!   Bill

Sweet Baboo, sorry you were concerned a person with my name from a different country joined--took out my facebook, my groups, and my messenger. I've worked to these back all my friends and my work friends were removed I was finally able to read your wonderful chapters but was unable to review or respond, so glad to finally tell you about what happened I've missed you. Love your Sally

Author's Response:

Yes there was confusion at this end as well and I tried to send you a FB message.  So glad to have you back, I was truly concerned.  In this crazy time you never know what will happen.  I get my first vaccine shot next Tuesday.  Welcome back Darling Sally!!! As always your sweet Baboo.

 

i didn't say anything about the "flavor"  of the story changing and not sure where that came from. my disappointment stems almost entirely from the long times betwween chapters. to me, that indicates losing interest in the story. and with so many very interesting irons in the fire right now, i hoping for more of that and less fluff in this chapter.

i'm 73 years old and hope to live long enough to see "the end" at the bottom of a page before i die. i chuckle as i say that, but it is true!

Author's Response:

I understand the frustrations over waiting for updates.  Can't promise it will improve but I will try

Love this story, except for Michael.  And, not getting a good feeling about Ken & Janet.  Wonderful writing. 

Author's Response:

You are always so kind in your comments, thank you so much!!!!!  Well they did raise Craig & Brad, so we can't expect too much.  Thanks for taking time to review!!!!!!   Bill

Everyone had a good weekend. Except Michael who took a shake again but did he understand this time I don't think he's so straight up in his boots full of shit when it comes to Brian, too bad for him, he's going to lose him . I think Justin's reaction is going to be terrible when he finds out about the unauthorized arrival of grandparents Taylor. I can't wait to read more. I read in one of your responses to the comments that you bought a house. I hope you will think of your poor readers every now and then for updates even though I know a house takes a long time. Take care of you..

Author's Response:

 I am not completel sure Mikey is capable of really understanding that people change and grow.  I am prettysure you are correct about Justin, he will NOT be happy about the grandparent ambush.  The issue will be his baby sister's soft spot for her Taylor grandparents.  Well you can't sat I didn't warn you but I will really try to update.  I always enjoy your comments, thanks for all your support!!!   Bill

Another great chapter. Personally I don’t think the tone (or whatever it was referred to as ) has changed. Love the Michael tantrums. Also think it’s time for Justin and Sydney to review Lindsay’s “art work”...I can’t imagine its gallery worthy!

Author's Response:

Glad you are still enjoying the story!!!  Mary is a faithful reader and reviewer and just wants what we all want for the story to be the best it can be.  I agree abiut the art work review.  I planned that for this chaper but somehow the Taylor grandparents force their way into the story but not the house.  Thanks for the review.  Bill

Hmm so many relatives I wonder what these new ones agenda is

Author's Response:

These relatives don't have much family of their own so they are looking to expand their horizons with great grandchildren.  At least that is what I think.... who knows.....  Bill

Great chsgter as always!!!    Wow, to look back from where it all started for Brian and Justin to where they are now - look how far they have come!!!    And Michael seemed to be this close to a beat down from Brian.   Michael still just does not get it!!  At this point, I don't see him ever figuring out that he is the problem, not Justin.    And what is the deal with Ken and Janet?   Molly was right - if they force their hand, Justin will hae nothing to do with them.   They need to work things out on Justin's terms, not theirs.   

Author's Response:

So happy you enjoyed this chapter!!  I liked this trip to the loft got them thinking about where they were and where they are now.  I think the encounter with Mikey just reinforced how they feel about their relationship.  Mikey can always be counted on to be unchanging, like the rock of Gibralter for Liberty Avenue.  I think Molly will lobby for the Taylor grandparents to be allowed to visit.  Brian and Granny will be no votes and Jennifer will remain neutral. They obviously don't know thir grandson very well if they thought it was a good idea to try and force him to do something.  Thanks for the comments, always look forward to reading them!!  Bill

Michael is so wrong in his thinking.  Will he ever learn?  Now we have two more people who might be trouble stopping by.   I guess it doesn't pay for Brian and Justin to go away.

Author's Response:

I like to think we can always count on Mikey to be clueless and unchanging.  I beleive he thinks that somehow Justin has hypnotized Brian.  They still enjoyed themselves, I don't thnik Mikey bothere them much, but there will be some toruble when they get home and find out about the Taylor grandparents ambush..  You know I ALWAYS look forward to your review!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  Thanks,  Bill

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

Thank you for starting my New Year with a new chapter.  Best chapter yet.  Andrea is in for a shock.  So is Joanie and Michael.  Can't wait to see what mischief you have planned for Brian and Justin's get-away.

Author's Response:

You are always so encouraging and supportive!!!  I so appreciate you.  Anyone who enjoys this long saga should thank you for all your support from the very beginning.  I never thought at the beginning I would still be writing this long saga.  It has been going on for more than 7 years!!!  Andrea needs to get taken down a knotch or two for sure.  Happy to know you are still reading and enjoying!!  Bill