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Reviewer: lanigirl95687 (Signed) · Date: February 05, 2012 10:30 PM · On: Chapter 14: Tuesday's Gone
looking forward to the next chapter
Author's Response: Hello Lani,
Glad you enjoyed the chapter, sorry it took so long to get it out there. Life can be a crzy bitch some times. Thanks ooddles, MissJanuary.
Reviewer: vartan22 (Signed) · Date: January 22, 2012 09:20 PM · On: Chapter 13: Past Nevers, Future Firsts
i absolutley adore this story, at first i thought it was going to be depressing, i will be the first to admit how wrong i was and shout and sing your praises from the nearest mountain top
you are amazing, i love the way you build a scene, describe the emotions and play with all of their inner monologues
and normally i hate all of Bella's normal traites that most find endearing, but you have somehow made them endearing to me, not an easy feat i assure you
thank you for sharing this with us and i honestly think that i am going to break my keyboard hitting refresh awaiting an updated chapter
xoxo
Author's Response: First, thanks oodles for the review and for reading my story. Much appreiciated!! And secodn I'M SORRY. I had intended to get that chapter out quicker, but memebers of my team of changed, and they need a little time to get caught up with the story. Aside from that I'm moving out of town and starting a new job so life's a tad nutty right about now. Again, SORRY. If you're a twitter chick, follow me on there (@JanuarysFiction). I just started an account and I'll keep you all up to date on postings and such. Thanks!
 ~MissJanuary
Reviewer: moongirl (Signed) · Date: January 15, 2012 10:32 AM · On: Chapter 13: Past Nevers, Future Firsts
Just read your last several chapters and caught myself up on this story...you do such great dialog! There were parts when the six friends were together that I was snickering out loud - much to my husband's befuddlement :)
As far as any judgement you may have received from readers regarding Bella indulging in a little sexy time with Edward before the divorce was final...puleassse...Mike butchered and abandoned whatever marriage there was long before Bella reached that point. A piece of paper does not a commitment make.
There was a paragraph in Chapter twelve that really resonated with me. The one where Bella was deciding that she needed to cut Mike out of her life completely in order to put a halt to any further damage and begin to heal. As someone making my way through grief, I fully recognize the NEED to sometimes just lock down the "shoulds" ('I should do this' or 'I shouldn't do that') and go with the gut on what will help with the hurting and the recovery. A damaged soul grasps at comfort in ways that are sometimes out of character. A little grinding and cuddling with a great guy seems like a relatively harmless choice. I can totally see myself reacting in the way Bella has, if I were faced with the same circumstances.
Great story...I'm really looking forward to watching the rest unfold.
Author's Response: Glad I got a giggle or two from ya! And your right, to hell with "shoulds!" It took me a long ass time to work around those shoulds, their hard to move sometimes, you know. I was easy on Bella, I like giving her what she wants, because in this case, she deserves it!
Thanks for reading darlin'! Hope to have the next chapter up soon.
 ~Jen
Reviewer: DaSrO (Signed) · Date: January 14, 2012 09:49 PM · On: Chapter 13: Past Nevers, Future Firsts
Your surrender by neon trees?
awww,Im kind of sad I ran out of chapters. It was a really full day, but reading your story filled well the little blanks.
Hope to read an update soon, take care
Daniela
Author's Response: Don't worry the next will be up soon. I think.
~MissJanuary
Reviewer: momof2monkeys (Signed) · Date: January 14, 2012 08:25 PM · On: Chapter 13: Past Nevers, Future Firsts
I'll take some wine and a hot Edward in my bath, I'll send you the chocolate as a thank you! Please, please!! Loving the story and want to kick Mke's ass!
Author's Response: LOL. I guess I'll take the chocolate, but only if it's the choclate covered mint jeallybeans I've become addicted to. Otherwise no deal my dear! Thanks for the review, and the next update should be quick.
~MissJanuary
Reviewer: casket4mytears (Signed) · Date: January 14, 2012 07:58 PM · On: Chapter 1: Fear and Doubting in Port Angeles
Hi there... I understand that this story is a purging of personal experiences (I've done a story with similar undertones), and I mostly enjoy it, but there's one aspect I really feel I should comment on.
Over and over in this story, the fact that Mike was never able to ejaculate during intercourse is held up as "proof" he's gay or "should have been a tip-off". And while yes, lack of sexual attraction can be a factor, delayed ejaculation is actually a pretty common issue men deal with. The causes include lack of attraction, stress, anxiety about performance, unusual/rough masturbation resulting in an inability for intercourse to achieve adequate stimulation, etc. Numerous, numerous reasons. The most common seems to be masturbation issues or performance anxiety (ie, I'll cum too quickly).
I bring this up not only as a former sexual education counsellor, but as a woman whose fiance has delayed ejaculation. Although he can climax during sex, it's extremely rare for him, and even handjobs and oral are difficult for finishing him (same goes for solo activities at this point). For him, it's rough masturbation and fear of being a disappointment drilled in from movies and the like screaming of lasting long as being manly (he used to purposely train himself to last long). I'm the first partner he's ever been able to climax with from intercourse.
My fiance loves me, worships my body, and we have great sex. He seems to experience orgasm without ejaculation very frequently, so we're both content. Plus, lasting a long time isn't ever a bad thing, really. LOL. Luckily, we don't ever want children, so that will never be an issue. A little TMI, but my point is this: it's not some huge red flag. It happens. Even aging can bring this out in men. I would truly hate for women or men who have male partners to read your story, which keeps bringing this up as the "big problem" and walk away believing that if this ever happens with their partners, it's a sign of lack of attraction/infidelity/etc. More often than not, it's just anxiety when it starts after a previously healthy sex life.
I get that in Bella and Mike's case, they never had a good sex life, and it's a realistic factor, but the harping on it every few chapters distracts from an otherwise enjoyable story. I think the lack of true physical intimacy, period, is sufficient.
Just my two cents.
Author's Response: Hadn't meant to "harp" on that fact, or use it as a red flag, or anything terribly negative, actually. Fact of the matter is in my life, it was an issue of a lack of attraction, in that I wasn't male. It was something that stung a great deal and became a focus for me, because it was something I didn't understand. I couldn't wrap my head around why, a man that supposedly loved me, could barely hold an erection and never came. More than that, it was one of the reasons I HAD to undergo serveral IUI's, which for me proved to be painful both physically and mentally. So this was something that crept up in my thoughts, and my conversations again and again. Which is why it's in the story so much. It was maddening for me when every doctor told him he was fine, and solo ventures where never a problem. I was. I saw myself as the issue and it hurt. And he let me. After I'd learned he was gay, that aspect took on a whole new meaning and I was livid (still am) that I endured years of thinking it was me. From the bedroom to the babies, I'd pinned it on myself.
So I'll apologize for "harping" on the issue, but the issue was something that nearly broke me, and caused years of depression, so I felt it worth being repeated the way it had in my own life again and again.
Thanks for reading
~MissJanuary
Reviewer: hughug (Signed) · Date: January 14, 2012 07:21 PM · On: Chapter 13: Past Nevers, Future Firsts
neon trees your surrenderer is the name of the song i do believe
Excellent story so far... can't wait for the next chapter.
Author's Response: Did you not get a response from me or a teaser? This review shows as not being responded to and I if I missed it and owe you a teaser let me know and I'll sen you one from the outtake that's coming up next.
~MissJanuary
Reviewer: dnabgeek (Signed) · Date: January 14, 2012 01:52 PM · On: Chapter 13: Past Nevers, Future Firsts
okay... this is amazing.. i want more of these two... honestly i hope this plays out pretty simply for them... I need a simple sweet love story ending...
Author's Response: Thank you for all the amazings, it's a great ego booster! I love getting reviews, so keep 'em coming.
 ~MissJanuary
Reviewer: Trysh (Signed) · Date: January 14, 2012 01:46 PM · On: Chapter 13: Past Nevers, Future Firsts
I loved this chapter! I'm glad that they are not denying the attractions and their feelings. I'm also pleased that Bella can get Edward out of his "guilt funk". Neither of them have any reason to feel guilty. I keep remembering to a previous review, when I mentioned about the possibiity of Edward, Bella and Mike becoming friends. I hope that happens. Mike would be good in the friend category :) Can't wait for the next chapter!!!
Author's Response: Hi ya Trysh!
Good to hear from you, as usual. Guilt funks suck, and I love giving my characters what they want, it makes me happy damn it!
Thanks for the review, the next update should be pretty quick.
~Jen
Reviewer: dnabgeek (Signed) · Date: January 14, 2012 01:39 PM · On: Chapter 12: Seattle Play by Play part 2
i was going to wait to comment until i got caught up but this completely amazing :) I love this version of Edward- he's amazing :)
Author's Response: I love this Edward too, though to be honest, I love most Edward's. Thanks for the review and I'm glad to have a new reader!
~MissJanuary
Reviewer: romancaholic (Signed) · Date: January 14, 2012 09:37 AM · On: Chapter 13: Past Nevers, Future Firsts
Delightful way to wake up with Edward. I'm so jealous of Bella. The entire night before was glorious. Even the drive home was great. Especially after embarrassing Emmett into silence. He learned to stop teasing Bella when she told him too. Sharing each others places. Having pizza and drinks together. Bella talking about all the procedures she had gone through attempting to have children with no results. Majority of the problem was Mike not releasing/not climaxing inside her. You can't get pregnant without the little swimmers. If you have a problem the few the leak out aren't enough for the job, you need the whole blast stream. I give Mike over 80% of the problem of pregnancy. I'm really surprised that Bella could admit the things she had never done to Edward after knowing him less than a week. Pretty amazing. Edward promising all will be accomplished. Edward getting pretty angry at all the things Bella attempted to attract Mike and were ignored. All those things already getting Edward chomping at the bit. Dying for her to do with him. Already started with the text messages. I can imagine Edward could just picture Bella in the tub eating chocolate and drinking the wine. Picture himself with her adding even more delights to the scene. Looking forward to the deeper growth of their relationship.
Author's Response: I know it all sounds alittle quick on the draw, but sometimes that the way it is, fast and dizzy. And that's good! I've had a good time writing those firsts, and I hope you guys enjoy them. Thanks oodles for the review my darlin'. Oh... sometime in the near future I'll be featured on Under the Radar, they asked for reviews, I gave them a portion of one of yours. I always love getting your reviews.
 ~Jen
Reviewer: IssaBissa (Signed) · Date: January 14, 2012 07:43 AM · On: Chapter 13: Past Nevers, Future Firsts
Good job on the chapter!
Author's Response: Well thank you IssaBiss! And thanks for the stars, they always make me happy!
~Jen
Reviewer: olsson82 (Signed) · Date: January 14, 2012 07:28 AM · On: Chapter 13: Past Nevers, Future Firsts
Good Chapter.....
Author's Response: Thanks Olsson!
Reviewer: DaSrO (Signed) · Date: January 14, 2012 05:45 AM · On: Chapter 5: Dear Aunt Emmy
Hi! Im a new reader to your story (way to be obvious,right?) so dont be surprised if I end up reviewing old chapters. Since you asked in the author notes' of this chapter, Im in Barquisimeto-a small city in Lara, Venezuela. Today's a religious holiday, actually, the biggest procession of Latin America. My whole family is there, but Im in bed with my laptop reading your fanfic :) lets see if I can catch up with your story today. So far we seem to listen to some of the same music, does your Bella 'feel like scream' list include weak and powerless or passive from A Perfect Circle? They're in mine and they fit this.
Have a great weekend,
Daniela
Author's Response: Hi Daniela!
Always glad to have a new reader. Venezuela, wow. I'm always amazed by how far reaching fan fiction truly is. It's like the great equalizer. And Weak and Powerless is most definitely on that Feel Like Screaming play list. I love A Perfect Circle. My dog is named after one of their songs, Brena.
Thanks for the review and thanks for taking and interest in my fic. I enjoy hearing from you.
 ~MissJanuary
Reviewer: belled_70 (Signed) · Date: January 14, 2012 01:13 AM · On: Chapter 13: Past Nevers, Future Firsts
Hi Jen, It always makes me angry (on behalf of the writers) when you feel the need to defend your story - the whole point of these sites are for the writers to tell a story the way you have imagined it, and for someone to come along and start to criticise, it is so not fair. I also agree that a lot of the times the reviews help you to become a better writer, but I am sorry that you felt you needed to defend the way things have developed in your story.
On a much brighter note I happen to love your story and almost feel giddy every time I see an update from you. The chapter was fantastic I can't wait for Bella to experience her firsts with Edward, Nicole :0)
PS I'll play along - Eternally Yours by Neon Trees?????
Author's Response: Miss Nicole,
I've only had the displeasure of having to deal one person who didn't like the choices my characters were making. And normally one person would never have been enough for me to say anything, but I felt like that person (and hopefully she's read that little ditty) needed be reminded of exactly why, as you said, sites like this exsist. I do believe that the feedback you guys give me, good or bad, makes me better at what I do, but theres a difference between feed back and crude behaviour. Way I figure, if you don't like the flavour, move on the another dish. That being said 99% of you are loving this and that makes me tons of happy!!
The first that are on the way were a lot of fun to write, so I hope you'll enjoy them. As for the game, you get have points. You've got the band but not the song. So check your inbox, I've sent half the teaser :)
~Jen
Reviewer: HockeyChick (Signed) · Date: January 14, 2012 01:05 AM · On: Chapter 13: Past Nevers, Future Firsts
Loved the morning after. Glad they are so open with each other about their pasts already! Loved Bella and Edward at Edward's house :) Such a great convo lol
Author's Response: Thanks HockeyChick, I'm glad you enjoyed it! I hade fun writing that conversation, though some parts of it were a bit of a challenge. As well, my dear, thank you for the review.
~MissJanuary
Reviewer: lanigirl95687 (Signed) · Date: January 13, 2012 10:30 PM · On: Chapter 13: Past Nevers, Future Firsts
looking forward to the next chapter
Author's Response: Glad you're still on board and the next one up is actually an outtake. Emmett's POV.
~MissJanuary
Reviewer: dkgors (Signed) · Date: January 13, 2012 09:58 PM · On: Chapter 13: Past Nevers, Future Firsts
Is the song "Your Surrender" by Neon Tree's?
I loved the chapter. I love watching these two getting to know each other. My goodness Bella is in for alot of wonderful firsts!!!!
Take Care, Dixie
Author's Response: Dixie gets a prize. Thanks for reviewing and I'll send you the teaser.
~MissJanuary
Reviewer: sparklymagpie (Signed) · Date: January 13, 2012 09:50 PM · On: Chapter 1: Fear and Doubting in Port Angeles
That's so good to know. Last time I was in Canada I did notice that the bathrooms are called wash rooms and I thought that was brilliant ! That just sounds so much more multi purpose and civilized.
Merrily
kat
Reviewer: sparklymagpie (Signed) · Date: January 13, 2012 09:30 PM · On: Chapter 13: Past Nevers, Future Firsts
Great chapter. That was so much fun to read. So you must be from the mid west or western PA because that is where Pop lives. So B & E made a lot of progress. They are just so cute ! Can't wait for the next chapter.
Merrily
Kat
Author's Response: Pop lives in Canada too, which is where I'm from. Windsor, Ontario, actually. We like Pop. Thanks oodles for the review and for continuing to read.
 ~MissJanuary
Reviewer: Gemini Moon (Signed) · Date: January 13, 2012 08:24 PM · On: Chapter 13: Past Nevers, Future Firsts
Your Surrender - Neon Trees? By the way, I love your story.
Author's Response: Thanks, check your inbox...should have little gift tucked in there.
~MissJanuary
Reviewer: Thata Phoenix (Signed) · Date: January 02, 2012 07:37 AM · On: Chapter 12: Seattle Play by Play part 2
Hi there, Jennifer!
I've found your fic through Fictionator's Teaser Monday and I'm really glad I gave it a chance!
I loved how complex all the characters are and all the angst and delicate subjects together with the good tension of finding a new love and all that jazz.
Your writing is really good and set with the right pace and I can't wait to read more from you!
Do you have an account with this fic on FF.net as well?
Hope you have an awesome 2012!
Kisses from Brazil!
Thais (AKA Thata)
^^
Author's Response: Hey there, Thais!
Always glad to have a new reader, and I'm glad the Fictionator's website lead you my story. I do in fact have an account on FF, same penname (MissJanuary) and the title is the same. I normally update the Twilighted site first just because this is were I first started writing. But the update for FF is normally posted the same day or the day after I've been validated here, so little time difference.
Hope to hear more from you, and thanks bunches for the review.
 ~MissJanuary (Jen)
Reviewer: romancaholic (Signed) · Date: December 30, 2011 06:06 PM · On: Chapter 12: Seattle Play by Play part 2
Flirting between Bella and Edward has led to sexual tension and frustration. Along with drinking and both are ready to explode. Especially Bella after all her years with Mike and nothing with sexual release or feeling desired. Edward makes Bella feel desired. She sneaks into his room and together they have started to become intimate together. Only problem was Emmett and Rosalie after their sexual encounter got the munchies and passed Edward's room right when Bella reached her first climax in years. Overhearing her remarks, smirking about Bella and Edward getting busy and lucky after first meeting each other. Since they have a lot in common, both have been hurt drastically and together they can heal each other and go forward together. Lots of teasing in the morning and every time Emmett and Rose will see the two. You get caught doing something in this group and you never hear the end of it. For example, Emmett screaming girlish about a spider. Only to have Bella man up and kill the creature for a whimpering Emmett. Emmett didn't like his man card challenged with fearing fuzzy legs creatures. Enough for everyone to laugh at him, paybacks are only fair, so Bella beware as we know, Emmett leads with a jab in the morning. Nice hearing how Edward is feeling during their time together. His fear of moving too fast with Bella after living a lie for so many years. Bella doesn't want to go too slow after being denied so long, the desire and connection between them is so strong it can't be stopped or rejected by either party. Nice little lemon. I'm sure Bella and Edward would agree with me too.
Have a great and happy New Year's Eve celebration and a wonderful New Year.
Author's Response: When the email popped up with a new review, I was quick to open it, and laughed when I saw your name at the top. You always give these neat little wrap-ups, they make me giggle. Thanks for reading, and thanks bunches fort he wonderful reviews.
Happy New Year
~MissJanuary
Reviewer: belled_70 (Signed) · Date: December 29, 2011 10:32 PM · On: Chapter 12: Seattle Play by Play part 2
I was so excited to find the update when I logged on today, loved the chapter (lemon drop included) and am really looking forward to read more, Nicole :0)
Author's Response: Glad I could sprinkle a little excitement into your day. Thanks bunches for the review!
 ~Happy New Year! Jen
Reviewer: lanigirl95687 (Signed) · Date: December 29, 2011 09:44 PM · On: Chapter 12: Seattle Play by Play part 2
loved the chapter looking forward to seeing their relationship progress !!!
Author's Response: So am I. I'm enjoying writing for them. Thanks for the review!
~Jen
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