That was an insightful piece!  I really enjoyed it, and loved every second of reading it.  You're absolutely right on how much of a headache it must be for Carlisle!  I have mused on occasion on how much more difficult the digital age must be for vampires.  But never did I consider taxes!  *shudder*  With their wild spending habits and credit card usage, it is imperative that they keep Uncle Sam happy! 

Thanks for writing this!

Just found this story.  Hmm, apparently Edward is an idiot, and Bella's not that much better.  But Edward's really an idiot.  *grin*  Or rather, so far in denial he might as well be on another planet. I'm guessing he's not a virgin?  Nothing was actually, definitively said (at least that I remember), although I pretty much assumed considering how confident he was and how he reacted to Bella's virgin status.  I was curious because I wondered why Bella didn't ask him more about his experience. 

Anyway, I'm curious on how many more lessons there are, all things considered, and whether he's going to go through the torment of trying to find Bella a suitable deflowerer.  *eyeroll*  Seriously, what's wrong with being a virgin though?  Do people really have a problem with it nowadays?  *plaintive look*

Boy I'm as confused as Edward!  Space age outfit?  Flashing signs?  What in the world?  Why is it I'm thinking Star Trek?  Is there a convention going on?  Is Carlisle a closet Trekker?  Does he secretly fantasize about being Captain Kirk? 

Oh boy, poor Edward.  Why do I get the feeling at the end of this he's going to feel embarrassed?  lol

Hehe, that was cute.  I feel a little sorry for Carlisle though, say bye bye to the poster.  That was so mean of Edward.  *grin* 

Thanks for the update!

Just found this story, and huh.  James?!  Did Emmett and Jasper miss a piece?  *grin*  And things were going so well too.  This looks like it will be a good suspense/action story, can't wait to see what happens!

OK, I'm going to try to trust you on the child thing for now, but I am seriously wincing.  Very much so.  Unless she's somehow become a surrogate or something...

But I'm very curious on where you go with this... I really was impressed with the way you talked about Rosalie.  That was one of the best takes on her I've ever seen.

I just found this story and honestly I came THIS.CLOSE to stopping in my tracks on the first chapter.  I am very glad to have stuck it out this far though.  I actually cried a LOT reading this.  I felt all of Bella's hurt and betrayal because whether Edward meant to or not he did lie.  It was overwhelming, the thought of Edward having illegitimate children.  Yes, he didn't cheat on Bella, but it most definitely felt like he did and throw in children and that's a boatload of pain for Bella.  And while I agree with another reviewer that Edward is in pain too, it's not the same as Bella's agony at the time - his is more of the guilt and surprise/shock of discovery.  Not jealousy, betrayal, anger, etc.  She's taking this a WHOLE lot better than I would have.  Of course Lucy's Diary (aka the Confessions of a Shallow Blond Manipulator) helped a lot with the situation.  Knowing her intentions and seeing as how they didn't technically have sex, well, that helps.  But I am in awe of Bella for being strong enough to read the diary and getting to that point.  I really don't think I could have done that.  All during the first two chapters I kept expecting Bella to decide to call the wedding off, I think that would have been a reasonable reaction.  It's a testament to her love for Edward that she didn't.  That and her not being able to leave him in the forest - even though it was hurting her so badly being there. 

Honestly though, what Lucy did is fairly tantamount to rape.  It's very sad that Edward's first experience sexually was something that would have made him feel so guilty and disgusted. 

There's definite signs of healing and all that, but I'm a little surprised at how quickly Bella is getting over it.  The slightest thing still reminds Bella of Edward leaving her in New Moon and makes her insecure and anxious - something like this seems like would only exacerbate that a lot.  It's only been a few days after all that she's learned her fiance had a child, etc.  And she has to wonder how things will change once Edward meets his legacy.  It would make me still very vulnerable and unsure of their future.  I simply wouldn't be at the point yet of being able to kiss or hold him without constantly thinking about Lucy. 

I am dying to see Edward's POV on things.  I am very curious on what thoughts he had during his confession with Bella, especially considering his extremely unvampire-like reactions like stumbling over the log and not hearing Bella walk back to him.  Not to mention destroying the boulder - I'm guessing that one was especially bad.  His guilt must be agonizing but what sucks even worse is a part of him must be dying to know his son and maybe even a tad bit happy that he had a child?  Which of course would only make him feel even worse.  It made me happy that he was more than willing to sacrifice finding out more about his son for Bella's sake, showing his priority is still first and foremost her happiness. 

I'm very curious whether you are going to go canon BD on this story or even how long this story is going to be!  But regardless, you've done a fabulous job with the characterizations and painting the emotions.  This is one of the most difficult fics for me to read but it's really well done.  I thought it would be nearly impossible for me to forgive Edward but you did it.

I missed this chapter!  Agh!  *beats head against monitor*  I hate when I miss an update. 

First impression is that I was surprised too at just how much fear Edward had.  It makes sense, don't get me wrong.  And I'm GLAD, actually, at it, now that I think about it.  It shows he doesn't take Bella for granted. 

I'm just relieved to finally know what was going on behind the scenes.  I'm surprised at how perceptive Rebecca was too.  George doesn't surprise me as much, in fact I wonder if Edward's ability to read minds (though not as strong obviously, George is human after all) passed along. 

Thank you for writing this.  It's just amazing to read and I actually enjoy rereading it when I am in the mood to cry.  *grin*

I know I should just be happy and let this go, but honestly I guess this just proves I'm not as good a person as Bella.  It still just boggles me how accepting she is of the situation.  I mean rationally and logically I now completely understand and forgive (not that there's really a need for forgiveness) Edward.  Things were not in his control, after all.  But emotionally, that's what I have a hard time with.  I just don't think I could have emotionally supported Edward as much as Bella has done in this situation simply because I don't know if I could have let go of the pain so easily.  It kind of humbles me a little. 

I loved the talk between father and son.  That was lovely and went so well.  Of course I'm curious as to what caused that moment of pain with Edward, I'm guessing it has something to do with Bella and her change? 

The epiphany that Edward has really makes so much sense and meshes so well with the canon Edward.  Seriously, you did a really excellent job with that. 

Thank you for the update!!!

I'm so glad that none of her internal organs were damaged.  That was my main concern.  Well, that and hitting an artery.  Which Mike was close to doing.  I have to admit that when you're in the middle of an emergency like that, it is REALLY hard to remember those things you've learned.  I took an infant CPR class when I was pregnant, and there came a situation where I thought I would need to use it with my baby.  Yeah, it's real hard to remember the steps when your mind is just frozen in panic while you watch your child choke. 

It surprised me that they moved the wedding, but I guess it makes sense.  What is two more weeks, really?

Anyway, thanks for the new chapter!

I knew you were going to go the route of canon somewhat, and while I've definitely trusted you to do right with our couple with the stuff that happened before, I'm having niggling doubts again.  Sorry.  I mean, you overcame almost insurmountable odds with She Who Should Have Never Been A Mother, but now with Bella being pregnant, how can she be turned now?  Not to mention the whole pregnancy thing.  But I am going to set all that aside and just trust you.  You fixed things before, you can fix them again! 

Thank you for the lovely update!

Awww, such fluff!  What were the Cullens doing while Edward was reading the letter though?  It surprised me that Alice went upstairs, too, unless she already knew the contents of the letter? 

Heck if I could have leased an ultrasound machine while I was pregnant, I would have in a heartbeat.  People made fun of Tom Cruise for doing it but I didn't understand why.  I would have loved to have seen my baby every day while in utero. 

Bella's the smart one of the bunch.  I don't care if vampires are supposed to be smarter, they sure don't act it sometimes.  I think their arrogance gets in the way to be honest. 

Thanks for the update!

I loved the name discussion, that was lovely.  I actually like Patchouli too, it is a pretty name.  But yeah, it would confuse people unfortunately.  I grew up with a very unusual name and it was the cause of much stress in my younger years. I'm really not liking that one wolf at all.

Thanks for the lovely update!