Date: Dec 03, 2019 7:15 pm Title: Chapter 11: This is Not That Kind of Love Story
Home: I was sorry about what you wrote about your wife. I‘ve to admit, I‘m a „breeder", but I try to support my lesbian friend and also go to the CSD and other events with her every year. I‘ve two sons myself and if one or both would be gay ... it wouldn‘t matter at all. I don‘t know, I guess, I just grew up differently. I recently saw a report about conversionscamps. It was scary. I didn‘t know that there are still so many nowadays. Totally crazy in my opinion. But I wasn‘t raised religiously and I grew up in Berlin. Maybe that are some of the reasons why it never mattered to me whether someone is gay, lesbian, bi, trans or straight. But QAF has definitely made me more aware of the problems of the LGTB community and I also try to talk a lot with my sons or answer questions so that no prejudices are built up. And since I'm addicted to Brian and Justin, I can‘t watch love movies about straight couples anymore... :-)
So, another perfect chapter! It‘s really heartbreaking to see Justin struggle so much with his fears and dark thoughts while babysitting Adeline. But what a beautiful end... „You did promise me" :-) Oh, I love your writing-style! Brian to the rescue! Phonesex with Brian while he's tricking relaxes and soothes Justin so much that he‘s able to sleep afterwards!
This scene with Justin, Brian and their "lesbians" is just amazing! You made me laugh and smile so much! I really love your idea, that they made new friends together. And Ana and Tori are just great!There are no prejudices and as you tell us through Justin‘s thoughts, there are no boxes. It still seems hard for Brian, but he seems to be more free, more relaxed and more open in this conversation, even if he backs off again at the end. But one shouldn‘t expect too much from Brian so fast...talking about love and relationships... :-) I love how you let him explain his meaning of „Sunshine" - so beautiful! And I agree with Ana and Tori... they love each other so much! And i really like that they can see through Brian‘s bullshit :-)
And yes, I think moving to LA would be a good idea, not only for whatever this is between them, but maybe it also would be a real first home for Justin, moving into something as whatever they are! Maybe Ana and Tori could follow soon... :-)
Thanks again for a fantastic chapter!
Author's Response:
To be very fair to my mother-in-law, her asking my wife to leave the house at 16 (my father-in-law didn't allow her to kick my wife out, so it could have been much worse) happened 24 years ago. She's since come around and went to protests for marriage equality before we had that here in the US and gave a lovely toast at our wedding. Things are much different from how they were back then although there are still far too many homeless LGBTQ youth. I'm so glad you will accept your kids no matter who they turn out to be or whom they love.
I'm glad you, as a reader, are understanding why I introduced the original characters Ana and Tori. Being able to be around people who don't have the Kinney-mythic god status already ingrained in them allows both Brian and Justin to be more freely themselves. I think that's true for us all. Long standing friendships are a gift but sometimes it can be hard to grow and develop when someone has a particular idea of the type of person you are, even if that is very outdated.
As for Ana and Tori following them... keep reading! (Ana and Tori are actually based on friends of mine so I'm especially glad you like them!)
Date: Nov 26, 2018 4:33 pm Title: Chapter 11: This is Not That Kind of Love Story
What a great chapter! Brian and Justin finally having a constructive (and a little "destructive") discussion with real friends who can see what the gang can't or don't want to see. Brian has found someone who could challenge him and wouldn't take his BS.
After the riding that might happen when they will be back to the loft, they might have to plan their move to LA, CA.
Author's Response:
It’s looking like the move is more and more likely :)
Brian definitely needs people who see through his facade and challenge him. He has Justin, Daphne, and now Tori & Ana.
Date: Nov 26, 2018 2:43 pm Title: Chapter 11: This is Not That Kind of Love Story
"Whaddaya want? We're lesbians, we don't want to get our cards revoked. I'm only two recruitments away from earning a toaster."
OMG! I had coffee in my mouth! Had being the operative part here....
I love these characters. Ana is hilarious and Tori is a saint for putting up with her! LOL.
Author's Response:
LOL! I’ll put a warning on next time!
I’m glad you’re enjoying the original characters so much. They are a ton of fun to write!
Date: Nov 25, 2018 1:39 am Title: Chapter 11: This is Not That Kind of Love Story
Great chapter. I like these new characters in Brian & Justin's life. So much better than the whiney ones. Terrific writing.
Author's Response:
Thank you! I'm glad you're liking the original characters!
[Report This]Date: Nov 24, 2018 2:48 pm Title: Chapter 11: This is Not That Kind of Love Story
Justin appears to be better, but does depression ever really go away?
Author's Response:
Some people do recover fully and only experience a single episode of depression in their life. For others it’s recurrent and is more like a chronic illness - manageable but no cure. It’s only been a few weeks of Justin getting treatment so he’s still struggling even if he’s a bit better.