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A convincing argument for not marrying a stranger -- no matter how good the sex is. I consider myself warned! Yikes!

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At the very least, always keep a clear path to your home's exit.

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I thought all of Vernika's nit picking would lead to a horrific ending of some kind. They must have altered their vows to say "for better or for wolf" since Vernika's revelation brought a sense of relief to Cyrus. I know what he was thinking: "Werewolf, no problem, just don't hound me about my socks and the dishes." Weird ending but cute. The nit piking was realistic. I've gone through it, though it was not as intense as Vernika's.

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I just want to state for the record that there's nothing autobiographical in this story. ;-)

It's often difficult to restrain ourselves from saying all the things we want to say to our partner. Holding them in is one of of the hardest things we do in a relationship. But some aspects of ourselves will always come out, especially if we're a werewolf.

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Another unexpected ending...

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Thank you, David.

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Funny! You know it’s bad when you find out your spouse is a werewolf and it’s a relief. 🤣

Classic Bill Alder.

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Thanks, Mark. There are worse things than being married to a classic monster, right?

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There is always something worse.

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Having been born and raised in New Orleans, you got the location correct. (The street corners, but obviously not the bar name. )

That was a good read with the ending I didn't quite suspecct.

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Thank you. I'm glad you enjoyed Newlyweds.

I haven't been to New Orleans in a long time, but I'll certainly be careful next time I go, and definitely not go out on a full moon.

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Help, my wife is a Lycan! 😅 A fun read, Bill!

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It’s always best to stay apart on the full moon. Just in case.

I’m glad you liked Newlyweds, Alexander.

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Suddenly, Cyrus shook himself awake and found a burner phone he’d recently acquired. He looked up the number and pressed the seven digits. “Hello, Animal Control, is that you?”

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I like this alternate ending.

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I like the story as it is but couldn’t help myself. Your stories are enjoyable.

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Marry in haste, repent at leisure.

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Those are wise words, indeed.

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I just think a person that nitpicky would know when she is about to transform and therefore could plan to wear something that wouldn't tear. See. Now he can nitpick right back.

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Oh yes. When she returns to human form, Cyrus will be a changed person.

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I will not nitpick. I will not nitpick. I will not nitpick. I will not nitpick. I will not nitpick. I will not nitpick. I will not nitpick. I will not nitpick. I will not nitpick. === you missed a spot === I will not nitpick. I will not nitpick. I will not nitpick. I will not nitpick. I will not nitpick. I will not nitpick. I will not nitpick. I will not nitpick.

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Cyrus needs to find a wizard to cast a no-nitpicking spell on Vernika.

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Tell Cyrus to contact Wizard Howl in his Moving Castle! Or maybe Sophie Hatter could do a better job of making Vernika behave! I laughed and cringed at this one. Yikes!

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Ha! What an ending! I enjoyed it!!

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Thank you, Christina. I’m very happy you enjoyed Newlyweds.

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Cyrus better be careful when Vernika lets him polish her silverware. Of course, she would probably avoid using anything made of real silver!

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Twenty-five years: their silver anniversary. I wonder how they'll celebrate.

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Could be deadly!

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Oh Bill. What can I say? That was perfectly terrifying.

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Thanks, Lana. I like terror...but only when it's daytime. And then only in small doses. Maybe I don't really like it after all. ;-)

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I know people who got married way too early. For the sake of your sanity, PLEASE date someone for a least a year before you get married. Please!

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That is a wise recommendation. For health, sanity, and safety.

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Great fun. My first story of yours I've read and had no idea where it was going. A delight.

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Thank you, Craig. I had fun writing Newlyweds and I'm glad you enjoyed it.

If you're curious, one of my favorites is The Confession: https://billadler.substack.com/p/the-confession

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I am not as perfect, but I bet you would straighten out once a month. Kinda like I used to do.

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Once a month is a good plan under these circumstances.

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