Reviewer: bjluv Signed [Report This]
Date: Sep 13, 2018 9:49 pm Title: Appositive

What a truly amazing fic. Very eye-opening. I'm glad Ben was there for him. To help him learn how to accept himself.

I know being a gay man with multiple partners, the possibility is high. But, comparing Justin to Brian, one would think it would be Brian. Although in the series when Brian contracted syphilis, Justin didn't react well. So I'm really proud of Brian for not only sticking by Justin, but still loving him.

Hugs, Cathy

Reviewer: YumYumPM Signed [Report This]
Date: Aug 05, 2016 5:37 pm Title: Appositive

It's something that could always happen. The conversation with Ben was the turning point.  That Brian isn't running is heartwarming.   Who was the one who passed it on to Justin? 

Reviewer: Jazzepoet Signed [Report This]
Date: Aug 05, 2016 2:18 am Title: Appositive

That's the thing Roni, I can't put my finger on it. I think it's that I can't imagine how Justin could have been infected. 

Author's Response:

You'll figure out what bothers you (and then let me know!). But as for how Justin could become infected, I'm simply relying on three things: the inherent failure rate of condoms (it's low, but it's still there), the expectation that Justin is pretty damned sexually active (he was taught by the master, as we all know LOL), and the assumption that Brian is not the only partner that Justin bottoms for. Although it's a romantic idea that Justin only tops when not with Brian, I think it would be pretty unlikely. It's just my own personal opinion that Justin is much more versatile. 

And as the story said, it's kind of luck of the draw. 

 

 

Reviewer: Jazzepoet Signed [Report This]
Date: Aug 04, 2016 10:37 pm Title: Appositive

Ummm......having mixed feelings here. It's very good but i'm not sure what to think.

Author's Response:

I'm so glad you read this, but can you tell me what has you conflicted about it? I'd really like to know. 

Roni

Reviewer: Nichelle Wellesly Signed [Report This]
Date: Aug 04, 2016 3:28 pm Title: Appositive

My life changes every time I read this! I have a relative who has been living with HIV for more than 20 years (23 1/2 to be exact and still counting thank God!). When I look at my eldest sister most days, I see strength but there are days I fear that the next day I won't. The funny thing is that although she was angry about it (and still gets that way sometimes), she refuses to get stuck within the diagnosis of being HIV+. Like me, she'll allow herself to be pissed about it for 24 hours and then get up kicking life in the ass the very next day. "Keep moving FORWARD" is more than just a family motto for us, it's our way of life!

I've learned through my own illnesses and experiences that every moment of my life has been added to; that all these things- be it disease or moments both happy and tragic- are just part and parcel of me living the life I have. Thank you for reminding me once again, that it's not the storms of life that define a person, but how they come out at the otherside of it that truly matters.

Hugs and Love,

~Nichelle

Author's Response:

High fives to you and your sis. I struggle daily with serious depression issues and, unfortunately, the social stigma that surrounds any kind of mental illness. That was one of the things that led me to write this little ficlet. We hear so much about the physical effects of HIV, but much less about the social and personal stigma that goes with it. But I do know from personal experience that having a 'socially unacceptable' condition is like having a target on your back unless you learn to own it. When we own it we are much less likely ourselves to become some negative appositional phrase. 

Thanks for your comment and good luck to both you and your sister. Thank you for sharing with me. :)

Roni

Reviewer: 7Wildwaysup Signed [Report This]
Date: Aug 04, 2016 2:19 pm Title: Appositive

I just started writing my drabbles series 'Positive' about Gus, and his boyfriend Cole... So it's good to get some background and research as I write...

Thanks Darling ~ Kathleen

Author's Response:

:) That's actually what reminded me of this story, and that it needed to be on this site, too! You are, my friend, waay too prolific a writer! (That' actually a good thing.)