You realize that this is the most horrifyingly beautiful story I've ever read. I thank you for it.

Oh, no fair! You made me tear up several times. So, did Chris marry Mary?

A real tearjerker, but good. Very good.

You made me cry! That was just beautiful. Once again, you did an amazing job. Awesome job :)

Wow, just...wow. I was bawlin' and really messed up the sleeves to my hoodie before I grabbed a tissue. Day-ham, but that was...wow.

Sniff... I enjoyed this story very much! I liked the way that JD passed on the tradition, and how the next generation continued it. Many thanks for writing this, it was a fitting "might have been" for the Seven and their families! :)

As a rule I hate death stories. But this one was wonderful. It still made me cry though. Good job.

Wonderful, wonderful, from the characterization to the future of the various families. My only question is if they let the two grandsons into the poker game, where were their fathers/mothers? Did it have to do with them being soldiers?

Still, it's a small nit to pick in such a beautifully conceived and written story. Thank you for sharing it.

This is a wonderful story. I enjoyed it very much.

Whoa! I started this story positive I wouldn't like it, but felt compelled to read it anyway. I am so glad I did. Beautifully done. Thank you so much for sharing.

absolutely love this!

That was hauntingly beautiful. I cried all the way through. What a wonderful tradition the families developed. I especially liked the ghosts of the boys retrieving JD.

A sad story, but I like it. It's an interesting tradition, and a nice way to remember.

A definate tear jerker. Also a keeper. Keep up the good work.

Wonderful story! It was poignant and made me cry at the end. Very well done. Keep up the fantastic work.