So, I've replaced both with something different (once the moderators actually do it). The old ones will appear some other place, later. I'm not sure when/where but they don't fit well with how the story has taken shape so far. You may recognize the new prologue from my other posted work. I'll be taking that one down after the switch is made. For those of you who asked that it be continued, the current book is where that happens. I'm sorry if you were hoping for something different.
Again, thank you to all who send comments and encouragement, you have no idea how motivating it is to receive them. I'm glad you like what I'm doing.
To address the questions regarding publishing on a paid site (like the Big River one) well, I have one of those jobs where it might cause problems. When I retire in a few years, I'll probably publish what I've completed then. But for now, enjoy it here, and thank you as well for telling me that you think my work is worth people's hard-earned money.
I've finished several more chapters, that'll be coming out over the next few weeks. Stay tuned, and thanks for reading.