That is the great thing about the forum, having the chance to edit, redraft, discuss the stories that you are currently working on. I spent some time yesterday helping a fellow writer research train journeys.... and the practicalities of getting from one place to another! Unfortunately I am a control freak when it comes to little details and I nit-pick over things endlessly!!
Anyway, The Shepherd is coming along quite nicely now, especially as I have had some input from a person who works in a Shelter ( Thanks KMO!) although hers is very different from the one in the story. (But I based Rebecca on you!) And, most importantly, I feel that I have now got the right 'handle' on Straker.. he is, hopefully, acting totally in character. ( if anyone in that situation can be expected to act in character!)
Two more weeks off work still.... and not sure when I will be back, mabe not before Christmas... I might get the chance to do that painting of a certain someone!