So happy Justin's paintings were returned, with no damage. Gotta love Mrs. Anernathy. So happy she showed up too.

I love that Justin has learned new ways express and do his art. Art makes him whole.

The road our boys fought in the story was long and torturous, but it's come full circle.

Real life can really kick a person down, which you've given lots in these boys lives, but I see them rising up over them, and finally getting through them.

I've known someone who suffered with some PTSD, but not to the degree that Brian has. It's really too bad that he had such reservations about psychologists, because both Brian and Justin would have really benefited from seeing one years ago. And actually, with Brian's home life, he should have been in therapy just for that.

Right now, it's a good thing Rob's able to help Justin, since Brian isn't able to openly discuss things.

I totally understand Brian's aversion of not getting medical help until it was too late. I do that all the time, and my kids get so frustrated. Brian needs to learn he has to take care of himself, if not for himself, then for Justin.

After Jennifer betrayed Justin's confidence by telling Craig, she realized how wrong she was and made leaps toward being a good mother. One of the best. She grew to really care for Brian, and saw him as the good person he is, and a great partner for Justin. This trip to NY shows their growth.

I appreciate Rob. He's such a good friend.

Memories can be wonderful and beneficial. However, they can hinder and be detrimental. I'm living proof.

I've always believed Brian could be so much than the cynical, non-caring person he played in canon. Although, a lot of that is probably because of what he's gone through, and is more easily able to talk about things.

Gotta love - NOT - Joan and Claire. I liked the "who birthed me" - no mention of 'this is my mother.'

Rob is such a great character and addition to your story. A super guy. He even fit in with the family.

Justin has gone through PT before, knowing the strenuous pain it brings. I hope things progress well and fast for him.

Thank heavens! Maybe now my anxiety will settle down. I was getting very tense! My wondering about Justin and amnesia, well, now I know for sure he remembers.

I might have to quit for the night and resume tomorrow. However, I'm not sure I can quit right now.

BTW, thanks for all your help with my questions before I started reading this awesome story!!

A CLIFFHANGER? Pray tell... How did Brian screw up? What did he do? I hope Ben and Michael get there soon.

Brian has never been one to ask for help or talk about his fears. 

Has he changed? Will he lean on Debbie?