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I'd actually love to see more of this story if you ever consider adding to it. What's in the tower?

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Thanks Leigh! I'm combining a handful of ideas I've explored here. In the Surveyor Corps story, "Discovery", there's a similar tower but I called it a "lighthouse". And something about urban planning, I've wanted to do something where the design of cities on new planets *mattered* to the story. So, this is a good prodding to explore these ideas more fully! (I don't know what's in the tower but I probably should figure that out before I write about it LOL!)

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I hope it's something scary. 😉

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*WRITING NOTES FURIOUSLY*

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1. This is a super tough question. From Cathedrals to skyscrapers to bridges, there are too many choices, lol.

2. I love architecture. If I could re-do my higher education, I wouldn't mind majoring in architecture.

3. Apparently, the Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Colosseum is considered wonders of the world, so the answer is yes.

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Oooooh. So the question really is, who built it, where'd they go, and are they coming back? Also, if they do, what kinda mood are they going to be in? I really want to know now. :)

There's a couple buildings I'm fond of, in a hometown way: one is currently known 400 West Market, it's the tallest skyscraper in Kentucky. I call it the nightlight myself. Terrific views.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/400_West_Market

I don't dislike architecture. :) I'm not an expert; I feel like I know more when I don't like a building than when I do. I don't mind your glass and chrome and all, but I hate the new blocky gray style that seems popular now in my area. Anyway, so it goes.

I've seen Niagara Falls, but I don't think that counts...

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Maybe they never actually left...

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This is how you threaten a writer without using violence. Keep dropping good ideas such that NOT writing this story becomes painful....

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I'm such a monster.

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My God. What have you done.

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Well, I'm sure he'll get revenge sooner or later.

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