That was so great!  I wish that I could see how this is going to end.  I must be a pessimist because I just can't imagine how it is going to work out.  But I desparately want it to work out!  I can't wait for the next update!!!!  Thank you for the great story.  I really do like your Edward.  

Just a thought that keeps flitting through my mind:

One of the things that I really loved about Twilight is that even though Edward and Bella are opposites and from different worlds, Edward's love for Bella equalizes them.  I loved this aspect of the story - despite their economic differences, their age differences, their upbringing, their basic biology, they are soul mates, and equal in love.

In your story the tension seems to come from the inequality.  Bella is not only poorer, less sophisticated, and less experienced, but she is literally indebted to Edward for all her shelter, food, and ultimate protection.  At first, I was very uncomfortable with this unbalance.  It is a typical situation for a story - the women are almost always at the mercy of the strong, handsome man that they pine over.

However, when this scenerio works out and the man realizes his woman's value - it is irresistibly satisfying.  I am so happy that it is working out this way in your story.

Oh - I am so sorry for the rambling - I absolutely should be paying attention to my own life and my family.  But I so much would rather be reading your story.  Thanks again for the great story - I so can't wait for the next chapter!

I liked this chapter - I am still trying to get used to this scenerio though - I am not completely understanding or liking Edward's character so I am finding your story difficult to read.  However, I am reading on for the Thornbirds moment when Edward breaks his vow of chastity with Bella.

He certainly is an interesting priest - I am not sure that I like him even as a man.  

OMG - this is so tense - they shouldn't be in his room!

Thank god he didn't have sex with that!

How can they lie there next to each other and have so much self restraint?  It's crazy - let them fuck already!

Finally - something is coming to a head!

Oh wicked cliffhanger!  This was beautifully written!  I loved the scene with Millie and the sketch - so touching.

Hah - funny!

I liked this chapter.

Yay!!!

This has been one of the most emotional, painful, fan fics that I have read.  And I have read a lot!  I have been in tears for hours from the last chapter and this one has me all tied up in emotional knots.  Please give these guys a happy ending.  I couldn't stand it if you didn't.  

What makes Twilight so wonderful is that it is about soul mates, a perfect love that persists against all odds.  Please keep to the canon and respect the beauty of the ultimate love story.

Thank you for the story.  It was hard to read at times.  Your Edward was so filled with angst and pain.  But it was very real and very satisfying.  Thank you so much!

Yahhh!  Thanks for updating - the last few chapters have definitely been worth the wait!  I am so happy that your Edward is brave enough to declare his love - the love in this chapter is so gratifying - Please please don't make it all come crashing down.  I don't think I could handle the disappointment.  I am hoping for a happily ever after!