I loooooved the extra-long chapter! I seriously shrieked when I got a story alert for this. My mom thinks I'm crazy :) 

I am beyond intrigued by where the flashback portions of these chapters are taking us. Aro is the worst kind of sinister and I'm getting nervous to see what his plans for Marie were that made her realize something needed to be done. You're doing a great job building the suspense! 

I've said it before and I'll say it again--I absolutely LOVE your ExB relationship. I am way too emotionally involved in the burgeoning (and now declared!!!) feelings. I'm also glad you decided to include the party scene with this chapter. It not only was a win for Bella in the self-confidence department, but it also really helped me to view her as more of a role in the Cullen family unit. 

The whole Jason Jenks issue is making me a bit anxious, and I can't help but feel wary about Bella's splintered relationship with Jacob as well :-/ yikes. 

I can't forget to add a "yay!" for little JC being born and a big "double-yay!" for big JC baaaarely making it there on time! :D

Thank you. I hope you had a great weekend :)

Author's Response:

Patsy,

Thanks for the sweet review... I'm delighted you enjoyed the chapter. It was a long time coming!

limona

Nothing like a newborn to bring out those emotions. Worth the wait.

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So true. Glad you enjoyed this one. :)

WELCOME BACK!!! I love this story...sigh!

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thank you!!

awwww, they are so cute!

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thank you!

That really was absolutely beautiful! I enjoyed this chapter from start to finish. And, I was practically whiny with frustration when Edward was holding out on her. I can't name all the things I loved about this extra long piece of perfection, but some of them were: the stunning lemons that you infuse with such tenderness and passion, Bella being honest and stunning Alice with her assertiveness in the kitchen, Alice attempting to have breakfast food delivered, 1/4 cup coffee and all milk, the swim lesson, Edward's six o'clock mad dash, the party stand-off, and then of course, the blurted "I love you." 

This story really does own me. I can't do it justice with any review, but I hope you know how much it is appreciated and cherished by your readers. I loved it all. Thank you!

-Shannon 

Author's Response:

Shannon,

Your review brought a big smile to my face. Thank you.

Bella is definitely growing some and gaining comfort interacting with the Cullens. I'm glad you're finding these little bits of the story ring true.

Christina

oh!...the first I love you's.  It has to be really hard to fall in love with someone in a moment like that one.  Uncertainty is always present in life, but hope is that one thing making us believe future is possible. 

I love the scene you've choosen for them to let their feelings flow.  There's not a better symbol of hope than a newborn.  I can't really imagine the things those next chapter will bring for this two and that's something I love very much about your story...is like being in Bella's shoes all the time.

I'll be wating for the next chapter,

Stardust.

PS: Oh! this Jason person...I'm already looking forward for his presence in this story.  Is he like the bridge between Bella and Marie?

Author's Response:

Stardust1,

Thanks for your continued support of the story. Uncertainty is everywhere, but that might be the best time to find love.

As for Jason Jenks, we'll just have to wait and see what part he plays as the story unfolds over the next several chapters.

I very much enjoyed your review. :)

limona

you are welcome to give us extra long chapters anytime you want.  I really liked how this chapter went. 

I guess it's Jason Jenks that will cause all the issues in the coming chapters...  a little flight for her life or something?  I will say that I absolutely loved that it didn't take a near death experience for Edward to say 'I love you'.  I'll be honest, that was what I was expecting.  Her to get shot and dying and Edward to realize his true love....  At JC's birth was perfection. 

 

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It would have been a terrible tragedy if Edward didn't realize he loved Bella until she was on her deathbed. I'm glad you liked it this way better. Thank you for reviewing :)

Wow...so much going on here. Nervous about Jason Jenks.  Glad they're finally being together and they got the big ILY out of the way. :)  Actually kind of worried about Jacob, but I don't know why - like he may be used to get to Bella. I'm also insanely curious about her learning torture techniques and what she'll actually be doing for Aro.  Loved the long chapter!  Eagerly waiting the next one!  -b

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no one said she'd be learning torture techniques... I can't even envision Bella torturing anyone. Glad you enjoyed the chapter, thanks for reviewing!

Loved this chapter!!

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thank you!

God I love this story

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thank you :)

Aww... I loved this chapter. I hope everything works out and they can stay together, even after everything happens. I can't wait to read what happens next!

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thank you! :)

beautiful chapter

love hips

thank you for writing:)

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thank you for reviewing :)