I can imagine that BM would go either way for the party-goers, it could be the best time ever or a tough experience like it was for Lamb (insert broken heart of mine to sit beside his). This ending has my sensitive self thinking 'I don't think I want to know what Count Crunchula does to sweet Lamb', but not enough to stop reading!
Well done Troy.
Sadly I never made it to BM, did you? At this time in my life I can't begin to imagine it as it's far too peoplely but back in the day I would've been there with bells on!
Wow, that ending… I just can’t fathom what it must have been like living through that era, everyone in the community either ravaged or deeply affected. I had a very, very dear friend who would have just loved Lamb; the character and the series. He loved Morrissey. I often imagine we’re reading it together. Maybe we are. Thank you for another brilliant episode, Troy. I so wish dear sweet Lamb had had a beautiful Burn! 🧡
This is wonderful, Troy. The way you’ve written this, the snippets we get through his diary, and the retelling from his friend is so effective at endearing us to Lamb. I feel myself genuinely cheering for Lamb and hoping things go good for him, which is proof of the great story you’ve got and the character development you’re doing.
Oh, the things we think we want. The stories we tell ourselves about ourselves. Poor Lamb. Long haunted by a missed morning soak.
Troy, you’ve done it again. Your storytelling skill is just exceptional. I love how much we see of both Lamb and the narrator through all these different devices. Even the characters that pop in for just a moment are so real and full of life.
Lamb’s endless questioning, spiraling him into even more self-doubt and isolation. I so want someone to see him for who he is…show him, really, because I don’t get the sense he even knows. But thrown to the wolves over and over again… I hope the narrator and Lamb can reconnect in more depth because I suspect some foundational repairing might happen there?
Obvs, The Smiths. Fucking Morrissey. Perfect, exactly how I feel. What a cast of characters you create with just a few perfect choices. Are Lamb and our dear narrator ever going to talk in real time again or will we only ever know him through letters?
No, but yes. Dodged a bullet there dear little lamb. A sad, melancholic read, a good read. This stood out to me: "just sliding into their lives without the hard work—but…well I just find it really hard. People are always wanting something from me that I don’t have."
Love the inclusion of The Smiths. Also, this unique yet iconic setting is a great way to play with pushing behaviors and feelings. Wake up and take a bath in the hot springs? Why not. It releases us from life's trivialities but then the story reminds us they're still there when we depart. 💜
I can imagine that BM would go either way for the party-goers, it could be the best time ever or a tough experience like it was for Lamb (insert broken heart of mine to sit beside his). This ending has my sensitive self thinking 'I don't think I want to know what Count Crunchula does to sweet Lamb', but not enough to stop reading!
Well done Troy.
Sadly I never made it to BM, did you? At this time in my life I can't begin to imagine it as it's far too peoplely but back in the day I would've been there with bells on!
Wow, that ending… I just can’t fathom what it must have been like living through that era, everyone in the community either ravaged or deeply affected. I had a very, very dear friend who would have just loved Lamb; the character and the series. He loved Morrissey. I often imagine we’re reading it together. Maybe we are. Thank you for another brilliant episode, Troy. I so wish dear sweet Lamb had had a beautiful Burn! 🧡
Superb story-telling, Troy!
This is wonderful, Troy. The way you’ve written this, the snippets we get through his diary, and the retelling from his friend is so effective at endearing us to Lamb. I feel myself genuinely cheering for Lamb and hoping things go good for him, which is proof of the great story you’ve got and the character development you’re doing.
Bravo sir :)
Oh, the things we think we want. The stories we tell ourselves about ourselves. Poor Lamb. Long haunted by a missed morning soak.
Troy, you’ve done it again. Your storytelling skill is just exceptional. I love how much we see of both Lamb and the narrator through all these different devices. Even the characters that pop in for just a moment are so real and full of life.
Lamb’s endless questioning, spiraling him into even more self-doubt and isolation. I so want someone to see him for who he is…show him, really, because I don’t get the sense he even knows. But thrown to the wolves over and over again… I hope the narrator and Lamb can reconnect in more depth because I suspect some foundational repairing might happen there?
Oof, that apartness even when in a group. And hey, I think almost everyone went through that Smiths phase at least once!
It's all so reeeeaaal, Troy! Amazing. It's beautifully executed. Such texture to each character, even ones who make sure a brief appearance.
What is wrong with Morrissey? Tbh I don't know much about him. But I sure loved that song in high school (and today). Such longing.
Obvs, The Smiths. Fucking Morrissey. Perfect, exactly how I feel. What a cast of characters you create with just a few perfect choices. Are Lamb and our dear narrator ever going to talk in real time again or will we only ever know him through letters?
No, but yes. Dodged a bullet there dear little lamb. A sad, melancholic read, a good read. This stood out to me: "just sliding into their lives without the hard work—but…well I just find it really hard. People are always wanting something from me that I don’t have."
Love the inclusion of The Smiths. Also, this unique yet iconic setting is a great way to play with pushing behaviors and feelings. Wake up and take a bath in the hot springs? Why not. It releases us from life's trivialities but then the story reminds us they're still there when we depart. 💜
Wow! You did it again. I can relate more and more to Lamb with every reading. I think I'm in love with him ❤😘❤