A new story by Tiff !:

No Fairytale World

Hey Tiff, I just went over to your site to check out the new story - can't wait to read it!

If you don't mind one comment, though, I find the formatting of the story makes it very difficult to read. The font and the blue text on the blue background are a bit tough on the eyes, and the text doesn't wrap, making it necessary for me to scroll horizontally on each line. I hope you don't mind me bringing this up, it's just that it's making it frustrating to read what seems to be a really promising story so far.

Hey!

I don't mind your comment at all. I agree with you completely; the formatting does need to be fixed. I'll see about those font colors. Right now I'm in the process of contacting tech support to help me with these issues. I'm just waiting for a response. Hopefully, it will be soon! Once it's fixed, I'll PM you and maybe you can read it better. Thanks!

The text wraps now, which is much better :-)

Hehe, thanks Patience has never been my strong suit, though, so I already read the first two chapters by copying and pasting the text into Word. And I'm really liking this story so far, even though nobody is snowboarding. The characters are richly drawn and complex, and I am already hooked. Keep it up!

Hey Tiff!

I'm really liking the start of your new story. The characters are very well developed, and I really like the way you're taking an almost classic plot and putting a new twist on it. I can't wait to read more!

~Mikie

Heya Mikie...long time no see! No more competing over who gets to comment first on Mellicat's stories, huh?

Anyway, thanks so much for commenting. I'm very glad you're enjoying the beginning of the story. I hope you continue to read and enjoy it.

Just started with Chapter one, Curious how old is Andy? it began with a flashback I take it I feel bad for him, but at the sometime, since he's gay he should of not married her, Or he didn't know. This is great start, I can see your writing has improved and can do a sad story as well.

Is reading chapter 2 now, I like what mark has said, "So lying to yourself is better?"

Many think of that really.

This is a real story of what can happen and what probably does happen most of time. although I think most of the woman would just really trash him.

Tiff!!

Why didn't you tell me you had a new story out!?

Now here I am all late to the party!

So the first chapter was really compelling! I got a very good feel of who Andy is and what's going on in his life in the course of one quick chapter. Way to go!

I feel so badly for the poor guy. I admit that I got a bit angry at him when I found out he was having an affair, but I'm not trying not to be judgmental and I know that sometimes stuff happens that you didn't plan for. At least Andy obviously didn't want to hurt anyone and I imagine the pressure of being in the closet was really intense! I can't wait to find out more of his story.

It looks like his parents are coming around and at least his relationship with Jordan is still okay. I'm hoping Susan gets to the point where she can be a bit more pleasant to him. I know that's got to be insanely difficult for her, but it's also the best for Jordan!

BTW, Mark sounds pretty cool. LOL, you know my weakness writing about a cute blond and a hot redhead!

Although, obviously Mark really is straight. Oh well, maybe another hot redhead will come along! Speaking of which I take it the second chapter is going to be about the other story line? I'll go read it now!

Awesome job! LOL, and I'll even forgive you for not telling me it was out!

-Kevin


Edit:

So this is where I go for the chapter 2 discussion too? Cool

I loved this chapter! I'm really really curious about Pete now! Looks like he has a soft spot for kids. Also, nifty that we found out how old they each were!

I admit that having heard that Pete is works at Starbucks, is a waiter, and moved to the city I've already concluded that he's gay

It looks like Andy has already made alot of progress with his parents!

I mean okay, I know technically it was supposed to be a 'bad' incident, but they got so much out in the open and his parents are obviously really trying, so I'm really hopeful!

Oh yeah one more thing:

I guess that must just be me then

Awesome chapter, Tiff! I think I liked it even better than the first one!

-Kevin

Well, Kevin, you're all busy with a bunch of other stuff! I wasn't going to hassle you to read my new story! And hey, it's never too late to join the party, silly.



Glad you liked the first chapter!

Oh yeah, I dislike cheaters too. But in this case, I personally feel very bad for Andy. I think he wanted to stay in the closet so he could keep everyone happy, but in the end it was too difficult. Harboring that huge secret, suppressing those feelings, it took a toll on him, as well as affected his behavior towards his family--more angry, etc. Sure, the truth is painful now, but I think it can only get better...once everyone gets used to the idea.


I very much love Mark, too. I love goofy redheads.



Wait, so a city boy who works at Starbucks and is a waiter is automatically gay. WOW. I learn new things everyday.


So called bad incidents can sometimes lead to something really good. It all depends. His parents are trying. It won't be easy. They find out this truth, and I bet Andy's parents are replaying Andy's whole life in their heads--trying to spot any signs of being gay. Because while growing up, Andy hid it well.

THanks for reading and commenting, Kevin.