Reviewer: Kitty_Ballou (Signed) · Date: February 21, 2010 07:24 PM · On: The Love You Take
--- That message is meant for all readers who face trials, tribulations and who know Brian's struggles as their own... Please know you always have my support, and you have been such an inspiration... And you too will win! ---
*hugs you like mad* You're an amazing author! And this story is something special für me! And that's why I have to say that I love her - and you! For writing it! Thank you so much, Tiffany! *kiss*
Reviewer: BluvsJ (Anonymous) · Date: February 20, 2010 09:18 PM · On: The Love You Take
Beautiful..... Amazing chapter.... they have all come so far.. and learned from each other...including Doc Stevenson.... he has learned from Brian's inner strength and from Justin love and devotion.. that you can overcome anything if you try hard enough....
Reviewer: sjmpets3 (Signed) · Date: February 18, 2010 11:28 PM · On: The Love You Take
i'm so sad that this is ending, but so glad that brian got to where he is. i thin k seeing dr. stevenson once in a while will help.
amazing work hon.
Author's Response: I know... I just posted the last chapter and I feel all mushy... *sighs* Thanks so, so much for your wonderful support throughout the story. I hope the final chapter won't disappoint!
Reviewer: veglogic (Anonymous) · Date: February 18, 2010 09:12 PM · On: The Love You Take
This chapter illustrated even more Brian's growth and his strength and ability to now handle his own emotions all with the backdrop of an overwhelmingly supportive partner. While I'm sad to see Dr Stevenson go I think as readers we've gotten all we need from their visits to the good Dr's. Looking forward to what you have in store for the conclusion.
Author's Response: Thanks so much for your thoughts and support! I'm glad that the timing made sense, and I hope the conclusion won't disappoint! :)
Reviewer: templeton_ma (Anonymous) · Date: February 18, 2010 09:06 PM · On: The Love You Take
And I sure will miss Dr. Stevenson! No more coffee spilling =D
It is amazing to see Brian's progress from Dr's POV. Not just saying "fine" at the beginning... That was really really something. Not only Dr got a lesson from Brian, we all did, thanks to you.
Is bondage really officially documented in psychotherapy? Just curious :)
And some personal good news. Well, no job offer yet but at least one step closer. Got an invitation to a second interview. Fingers crossed.
Author's Response: Awww, thanks! I've learned a lot and had a lot of fun with all my wonderful reviewers, too! :)
As to your question -- not that I know of. I wish; I'd love to see the research. Thematically the links are there; how it would be practiced would be tough.
Wow, good! Congratulations on the second interview! I hope all goes well, and I hope you'll enjoy the last (!!) chapter of the story!
Reviewer: Minoloushe (Anonymous) · Date: February 18, 2010 06:12 PM · On: The Love You Take
I think Dr Stevenson puts it perfectly when he notes that while Brian still struggles with emotional expression, the difference is that he now sees the value in trying. It feels that Brian (and Justin) have reached a point where they can just “be”; not that they won’t keep growing or have challenges to face in the future. Justin’s calm acceptance of the possibility of a relapse shows that. But rather than shutting down and trying to overcome the bad things in life by hiding, both Brian and Justin have a new framework which gives them permission to feel and cry and struggle and love…to be human in a positive, life affirming way *smiles*
For me it’s all summed up by Brian’s response of “I’m doing pretty well”. Because automatically saying “fine” when asked how you (especially in therapy) is really about confusion, insecurity, fear and putting a barrier up between yourself and everyone else. That Brian can identify and articulate how he feels is such a huge accomplishment, and not only for him. Because this story has also been about the journey of Justin and Dr Stevenson. The insight we get into Dr Stevenson thoughts and emotions in this chapter are lovely and really emphasize the connection between all three of them *waves good-bye to Dr Stevenson*
Author's Response: Yeah, it was huge that he finally answered honestly rather than dismissively... And I like your analysis of Justin's reaction to the relapse possibility. I think he was also considering the best ways to deal with such a problem via D/s... *smiles*
Your description of his use of "fine" is so marvelous! Dr. Stevenson passes along his best wishes and appreciation! :)
Reviewer: edom (Signed) · Date: February 18, 2010 04:44 PM · On: The Love You Take
Dr. Stevenson has gotten better at controlling his reactions *smirk*
I'm glad they got to tell him how things went with their parents, I think they were proud of themselves and each other, but having the doctor proud of them too was a confirmation that they had done the right thing.
I would have liked them to tell him about the dinner at Deb's and the fact that everybody accepts the new Brian, but I guess we can't have it all, and the rest was definitely more important.
I'm sad this is coming to an end, but I look forward to reading the last parts :)
Author's Response: You know, I wish I would have thought about that -- them telling the doc about Debbie's. I guess it didn't occur to me b/c "public Beautiful" isn't anything they'd discussed with him (yet, anyway). That would have been a great idea, though!
I'm glad you enjoyed the chapter anyway. ... I just posted the final chapter (besides Author's Notes tomorrow) and it is definitely sad for me!
Thanks so much for your truly amazing support throughout! I hope you'll like the end!
Reviewer: Anonymous (Anonymous) · Date: February 18, 2010 02:58 PM · On: The Love You Take
lovely!
Author's Response: Thank you! :)
Reviewer: turtlegirl922 (Anonymous) · Date: February 18, 2010 01:15 PM · On: The Love You Take
Phew! I made it through all the chapters. It took the better part of two days, but it was worth the time investment.
This fic makes me feel good...In my book, that's the best compliment I can give an author.
I'll miss Dr. Stevenson too. I'm not always a fan of OC's but he has really grown on me. You did a great job creating him!
Author's Response: Wow...Thank you so much -- I'm honored by your compliments! I am quite fond of Dr. Stevenson myself and am glad others liked him, too. Thanks so much for your enthusiasm! :)
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