This should be SM`s bella for the very simple fact of THIS IS WHAT SOME ONE DOES WHEN THE LOVE OF THERE FREAKING LIFE UP`S AND LEAVES.

{Smoothes down hair}

Thank you for writing this and from one strong woman to another, thanks for keeping it real.

I would love to read the other voice mails, maybe posted aport from the story?

 

keep rocking it!

Author's Response:

Why thank you so much. I obviously felt that Bella should've fought harder. I mean SM made it clear that Bella was an intelligent girl and then had just accept all that BS in the woods? I don't think so. It's actually quite funny how loud the Bella in my head is, as well as all the other characters, I kinda had no choice but to write this. It was that or never sleep again. ;) I'll consider perhaps writing a one-shot chapter of the remaining voice mails once this story is over. A few people have expressed an interest, and they certainly went through the gamut of emotions as she progressed from despair to anger. Thank you for taking the time to read - and to leave me a review. I deeply appreciate it.

~Lisa

I love Bella and Jacob's friendship. It pains me everytime she grabs that arm. Poor Bella!

~Shay~  

Author's Response:

When she grabs that arm it pains me too, especially as it's become an unconscious gesture that she doesn't even realize she's doing.

~Lisa

 

okay so i almost died when Edward fell out of the tree, that was hilarious. i am loving this story just because when edward left bella it never sat well with me that she just took him back. i would have been beyond pissed and he would have had to prove his love not just act like nothing ever happened. i've been looking for a story like this for so long, i love it

Author's Response:

Well, I'm so glad you found this story - especially if it's what you've been looking for. As you can see, I felt Edward had some serious 'splainin' to do as well. Now, these two kids are going to learn how to love each other and be together - together. They both have a lot to learn, but I'm guessing it's going to be a lot fun. ;) Thanks for reading and for taking the time to drop me a note that you're enjoying it. I appreciate it.

~Lisa

Congrats on your 1000th review. Now let's but that island and find those handcuffs.

Author's Response:

I love that you're my biggest fan! I adore you and I'm swinging the fuzzy handcuffs around my wrist waiting for you to get home. ;)

We will buy that island one day. =)

~Lisa

Ahh Lisa,

 

Do you know why this is one of my very favorite chapters?  Yep, I thought you would. ;)

Alice & Jasper’s little teasing game while she’s getting ready to go see Bella is one reason I like it.  I can just see the lusty smirk on his face.  Teeheehee

 

“Ponder on this image while you’re gone, my dear.”

He’s so naughty!

“Damn that man!”

Alice, you took the words right out of my mouth!

 

I also loved it when Bella answered the phone and immediately laid into Alice.

“Rude much, Alice?”

The pixie ballerina isn’t going to know what hit her.  Hahaha

 

Have you found the cuffs yet? ;)

 

~Jen

Author's Response:

Hahaha - this chapter is still one that's near and dear to my heart. The entire chapter had me laughing in surprise as I wrote it. The girls are quite snarky with each other, but they make up. I love them. =)

Handcuff search is in full swing. ;)

~Lisa

 

Adding that to my nicknames list.

OMHIJ!!

RSFTC:  I saw g-d and she's black.

Author's Response:

I'm going to take a guess here - are you adding pint size pain in the ass to your nicknames list? And I have to confess that I for the life me cannot figure out what OMHIJ means. I'm confuzzled.

~Lisa

I really loved how Jasper checked Edward! That was classic!

~Shay~

Author's Response:

Only brothers can get away with stuff like that and really Edward kinda deserved it. I laughed so hard when Jasper told me that little bit. I had to push away from the keyboard. For real.

~Lisa

I loved this chapter, not as much as 'Blood doesn´t make a mother', but I've lots of fun reading it...Rose was asome.Also see Edward really trying to do thigs well with Bella is so cute!!!   XD

hope you up date soon I'm really looking foward to see what activity he has choose for them to spend Saturday...

You're soing a great job...keep working

Kisses. R. 

Author's Response:

Aw - thanks. Blood Doesn't Make a Mom was a really popular chapter. Esme really made an impact with the readers that surprised me, but really I guess it shouldn't have. How could anyone not just adore Esme?  I got some good work done on chapter 19 today and the group date is shaping up to be a lot of fun. Real life threw my writing schedule all out of whack this past week, but it's getting there. Thanks for continuing to read and I appreciate the review.

~Lisa

I love that Edward is letting go a bit.. he needed to loosen up... can't wait to see how the date goes

Author's Response:

Oh Joy, I'm a little sad you're all caught up now. I'm working on the next chapter which has a lot of shape to it as it was supposed to happen in this chapter, but then the boys started playing and well... you read what happened. ;) I'm in completely agreement that Edward should let go a little and let himself have fun. I think his group date plans will go a long way in doing just that. Thank you so much for taking the time to not only read, but also leave reviews along the way. I have enjoyed each and every one.

~Lisa

I sort of felt bad for Edward...especially since Jacob is totally crushing on Bella.  He is trying to grasp everything that has to change between him and bella, then Jacob is thrown in... I just wish Bella woudl be a bit more understanding.  True, he hurt her, but his reasons, while totally male, came from a good place...I can't imagine loving someone so much that I would take mself away from them if I thought it best.. I am too selfish

Author's Response:

Don't worry. She does realize she was a bit brutal and actually wrong here. Don't lose faith. ;) Like I said, she's never done this before either so she's going to make mistakes, just like he will. The kids can't be perfect. They'll stumble, fight, even hurt each other - but they'll learn, grow, and get closer because of it. I wouldn't have them go through all of this just to keep them apart. I promise.

~Lisa

I love when he fell out of the tree...Priceless... I just hope he doesn't blow things again

Author's Response:

Haha - well we are talking about Edward. He's bound to find some ways to still screw up. He might be immortal, but he's as new at this love thing as Bella. The mistakes they make together should be a lot of fun to watch. ;) Thank you for your support.

~Lisa

 

Woo Hooo.. !!!  Love it... the packages are beyond brilliant!

Author's Response:

Haha - yes, well, Bella had to find a way to inflict pain and I think she did it rather sucessfully. Edward never saw it coming either. Kapow - right to the kisser. ;) I cheered quite a bit for Bella writing this chapter. I'm glad you enjoyed it. I appreciate your reviews and hearing what you think. Keep 'em coming.

~Lisa