Reviewer: coleamber (Signed) · Date: November 02, 2019 05:37 PM · On: The Part Where Everybody's Nervous
Hope one of this days you continue this great story
Reviewer: Dian Kilborn (Anonymous) · Date: August 15, 2015 12:58 AM · On: The Part Where Everybody's Nervous
"Fuck" is right. I can't believe I've come to the end and been left with such a cliffhanger. We have all got to know what comes next...how Ray's operation goes and if Justin and Brian survive to be together.
I hope you are writing more chapters as we speak. I, for one, will be checking in on Midnight Whispers to see these chapters!
Reviewer: The Lantern keeps shining (Anonymous) · Date: August 06, 2015 11:08 PM · On: Brian Reflects
Again fixated to the screen. You understand so perfectly what makes Brian and Justin so sexy.
Reviewer: The Lantern keeps shining (Anonymous) · Date: August 06, 2015 09:58 PM · On: Longing
For all Brian is obsessed with his own appearance he is not shallow and genuinely cares about people he likes.
Reviewer: The Lantern keeps shining (Anonymous) · Date: August 05, 2015 06:14 AM · On: Before
A comedy of Kinney errors. Kids sure know how to tell itlike it is.
Reviewer: The Lantern keeps shining (Anonymous) · Date: August 04, 2015 12:48 PM · On: Midnight Rendezvous
Someone fetch me a bucket of cold water! No, make that three.
Reviewer: Anonymous (Anonymous) · Date: August 03, 2015 11:29 PM · On: Then Came the Waiting
Absolutely histerical! Laughed and laughed. 'You suck!' 'I certailny do'. 'Your not supposed to agree with me'.
Reviewer: The Lantern keeps shining (Anonymous) · Date: August 03, 2015 11:02 PM · On: Almost, Almost Everything
None of this story sucks in any way. This is my second reading.
Reviewer: The Lantern keeps shining (Anonymous) · Date: August 03, 2015 10:43 PM · On: The Phone Call, Part 2
My God! I'm fixated to the screen! I'd say that Justin in this is as expert as Brian. Those men don't know what they're turning down. Phew! You're some writer.
Reviewer: The Lantern keeps shining (Anonymous) · Date: August 03, 2015 10:28 PM · On: The Phone Call, Part 2
My God! I'm fixated to the screen!
Reviewer: The Lantern keeps shining (Anonymous) · Date: July 14, 2015 11:07 PM · On: Roy's Restaurant, Part 1: Enter Justin
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT ? One of my favourite stories surely not left to gather dust!
Reviewer: Anonymous (Anonymous) · Date: July 14, 2015 11:04 PM · On: Roy's Restaurant, Part 1: Enter Justin
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT ? One of my favourite stories surely not left to gather dust.
Reviewer: JAZZEPOET (Signed) · Date: March 10, 2015 07:35 PM · On: The Part Where Everybody's Nervous
Dylan...GO AWAY!!!!
Author's Response: :-) That's exactly what Brian is thinking.
Reviewer: Meme (Anonymous) · Date: March 09, 2015 10:13 PM · On: The Part Where Everybody's Nervous
Daphne is on point in what she said about justin rushing to get back with Brian after what he did. If anyone should get punch is that bitch Dylan and Justin should be the one to do it because Brian is to much of a pussy.
Author's Response: Daphne's not all hypnotized and in love...so she can see things a bit more clearly. Dylan is a douche for sure. Being forced to deal with him will ultimately make Brian and Justin happier (separately and together).
Reviewer: Severus_divides_into_H (Signed) · Date: March 09, 2015 01:10 PM · On: The Part Where Everybody's Nervous
Wow! You're evil, how could you leave it at that - now I will be driving myself crazy, trying to imagine what will happen next! I understand and share Justin's hesitancy about the upcoming visit to Babylon. I also wonder how Brian will behave - I hope for the best, but prepare and anticipate the worst – I’m guilty of loving angst madly and passionately :) Can’t wait to see where you’re going with this. And Dylan? That was unexpected. Oh-oh, what the hell is he doing here? I can smell troubles.
Thanks for amazing chapter! I’m dying to see the next one, I think it’s going to be wonderfully angsty!
Author's Response: I really am evil. But going through the wringer (several times) is what earns them their happy ending...
Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: March 09, 2015 07:36 AM · On: The Part Where Everybody's Nervous
I'm glad that Daphne is going with Justin, cause if Mikey says something she can punch him. I'm sorry to say I don't remember who Dylan is. What chapter do I need to reread?
Author's Response: Don't feel bad. He's barely in the story (reread: Why is your hair in a bun?)
Reviewer: Severus_divides_into_H (Signed) · Date: February 26, 2015 09:19 AM · On: Sometimes a Boy Just Needs His Dad
Wow, that was a great chapter! Ray and Brian are so connected, it's obvious. I love that Ray is such a father to him already. His story was wonderful, Brian needed to hear that - he needed support.
Thank you... it was a very touching and sad update.
Author's Response: Awww..I'm really glad you liked it. There's nothing like getting desperately needed support from someone you never expect to offer it. This is definitely a rare bright spot for Brian (family wise).
Reviewer: JAZZEPOET (Signed) · Date: February 12, 2015 02:35 PM · On: Sometimes a Boy Just Needs His Dad
Great conversation between Ray and Brian, I can't wait to see what they come up with.
Author's Response: I'm so happy you liked this part :-)
Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: February 12, 2015 06:41 AM · On: Sometimes a Boy Just Needs His Dad
You can't change the past, but hopefully the future for Brian and his dad will be bright. Now all we need is for Justin to call Brian.
Author's Response: Exactly...nowhere to go but forward :-)
Reviewer: wellreadbunny (Signed) · Date: February 10, 2015 05:38 PM · On: "The Wages of Sin"
This was so sad . What a bitch.
Author's Response: Yeah...Joan's definitely a piece of work. I don't feel like I had to go too far outside canon here...
Reviewer: Severus_divides_into_H (Signed) · Date: February 10, 2015 08:56 AM · On: "The Wages of Sin"
Stupid Joan... it as painful. Brian didn't deserve to have a 'family' like that. He's worth so much more. I'm glad it's all in the past, but past doesn't seem to want to let him go...
Author's Response: Brian definitely deserved better, but growing up the way he did makes him particularly deeply loving. He never wanted to let Justin in, but once he had, he would hurt himself to help Justin.
Reviewer: Severus_divides_into_H (Signed) · Date: February 10, 2015 08:53 AM · On: "Whether You Like It or Not"
Oh, that was intense. A very long chapter, thank you for that! I loved it. So emotional... poor boys, I hope they will be all right. I like Ray, he's brave... and he's so determined to have a lfie with Brian now.
Author's Response: I'm really happy you are digging Ray. I think he's my favorite OC.
Reviewer: Severus_divides_into_H (Signed) · Date: February 10, 2015 08:51 AM · On: In a Vacuum
After the last funny chapter, this was like a bucket of cold water. Brian became so cold so suddebly... the upcoming trip to Babylon makes me worried.Poor Justin, he's trying so hard...
Author's Response: This comment makes me happy. I tried really hard to create the bucket of cold water effect. Justin was similarly stunned and worried.
Reviewer: Severus_divides_into_H (Signed) · Date: February 10, 2015 08:31 AM · On: The Robot and Hammer Pants
Ahah, great chapter! The situation with the album was hilarious, I loved seeing Brian little. And how embarrassed grown up Brian was! But those memories are precious, of course Justin is interested in Brian's past - he loves him, after all.
Author's Response: That part was SO much fun to write. Brian deserves to finally get a moment like that...to realize how much someone in his family loved him (and all along)
Reviewer: JAZZEPOET (Signed) · Date: February 09, 2015 09:36 PM · On: "The Wages of Sin"
Is Brian's suffering ever going to come to an end? How much more can the poor man take?
Author's Response: Brian's close to getting everything he ever dreamed of. Promise.
Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: February 09, 2015 03:04 PM · On: "The Wages of Sin"
Well I'm sure God will judge Joan for her sins and it won't be pretty. Next chapter please.
Author's Response: Ha ha :-) yes ... she underrates her own evilness...
Reviewer: Carol (Anonymous) · Date: February 07, 2015 12:41 PM · On: "Whether You Like It or Not"
I forgot how much I liked this story .. as I've started reading from about half way I'm not sure if I just remember Ray from earlier in the story or if he's actually featured in any of your other storys. Either way .. I like where you're taking this.
Author's Response: That's great to hear!
I created Ray special for this story.
Reviewer: JAZZEPOET (Signed) · Date: February 06, 2015 08:06 AM · On: In a Vacuum
Great update...off to read the next chapter :)
Author's Response: Did you end up liking it?
Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: February 06, 2015 02:34 AM · On: "Whether You Like It or Not"
I need to try that recipe for biscuits. I get that Ray is willing to take a chance and that Clive is scared. If it works, and I sure hope it does, does Clive move to Pitts too? What happens when Ray meets Joan and sees how much she's changed from the Joan he thought he knew? Can't wait to find out what you have planned.
Author's Response: (2 cups flour and 1 cup buttermilk -- I left those amounts out of the chapter)
I'm happy you're excited!
Clive goes where Ray goes. Even if he does so in protest :-)
Yeah...ummm...Joan may need a police escort to keep her safe if Ray goes anywhere near her. Actually, no ... he wouldn't hurt her. But burn her house down when she's at church...maybe...
Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: February 06, 2015 02:18 AM · On: In a Vacuum
Do we find out what Brian is feeling?
Author's Response: Yes...eventually
Reviewer: JAZZEPOET (Signed) · Date: February 02, 2015 05:44 AM · On: The Robot and Hammer Pants
ROTFL...seriously!!!
Author's Response: :-) :-) :-)
Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: February 01, 2015 03:31 PM · On: The Robot and Hammer Pants
Short but highly enjoyable.
Author's Response: That's great to hear!
Reviewer: addicted-to-romione-bedward (Signed) · Date: January 11, 2015 06:56 PM · On: Star-Crossed
Brian better be running after Justin
Reviewer: addicted-to-romione-bedward (Signed) · Date: January 11, 2015 06:51 PM · On: Defining Brian (aka, the Diner, Part 2)
Ah, Mikey the jealous queen
Reviewer: addicted-to-romione-bedward (Signed) · Date: January 11, 2015 06:39 PM · On: Defining Justin (aka, the Diner, Part 1)
Oh! I like the way Brian described Justin. I never thought of that. Justin is really everyone in one...and more. :)
Reviewer: addicted-to-romione-bedward (Signed) · Date: January 11, 2015 06:11 PM · On: JT_loves_to_69
Is Brian aware that's Justin? Seriously. He set up the account. He just told him he loves him...indirectly.
Reviewer: addicted-to-romione-bedward (Signed) · Date: January 11, 2015 05:48 PM · On: Morning, Part 2
Joe really exists? Wait until I stop laughing.
Or maybe he's someone Brian made up...hmmm
Reviewer: addicted-to-romione-bedward (Signed) · Date: January 11, 2015 05:26 PM · On: Safe Is A Relative Term
Oh yeah, like distance could stop his growing feelings for Justin.
Reviewer: addicted-to-romione-bedward (Signed) · Date: January 11, 2015 04:49 PM · On: Phone Sex, Take Two (Part 2)
Unf! Holy hotness! 'scuse me while I run for a cold shower.
Reviewer: addicted-to-romione-bedward (Signed) · Date: January 11, 2015 04:10 PM · On: Am I Pretty, Daddy?
Aww, Gus is precious.
And Justin is in over his blond head
Reviewer: addicted-to-romione-bedward (Signed) · Date: January 11, 2015 03:25 PM · On: The Phone Call, Part 2
After all that? Not bad? I'd have come over to Brian's (doesn;t matter he doesn't know wher ehe lives) and beat some sense into him. lol
Reviewer: addicted-to-romione-bedward (Signed) · Date: January 11, 2015 03:05 PM · On: The Phone Call, Part 1
Damn, Brian is real mean without really realizing it. Calling Jusitn these names, then complimenting him on his voice and ass.
Reviewer: addicted-to-romione-bedward (Signed) · Date: January 11, 2015 02:28 PM · On: Roy's Restaurant, Part 1: Enter Justin
Already loving this!
Reviewer: Severus_divides_into_H (Signed) · Date: January 05, 2015 01:12 PM · On: How To 'Do Gay' and Brian's Song
Oops, dental emergency – I hope you’re okay, they can be really nasty!
Loved this chapter, it was so sad and beautiful. And *loved* Ray and Clive’s interactions! Amazing, they are so in love, even though many years have already passed. I can totally see Brian and Justin like that in future!:)
I love how you’re building Brian’s attachment to his father, so many emotional, small, but so important details… thank you so much for it!
I hope you had wonderful holidays!:) And happy New Year to you!
Reviewer: Severus_divides_into_H (Signed) · Date: January 05, 2015 01:06 PM · On: The Shrine, Part 2
I love this! It’s so touching that Ray did that much presents for Brian… I still feel hurt for him, though – Brian didn’t deserve to be left, no matter what the circumstances and Ray’s reasoning were. But I do hope they’ll build a loving and strong relationship! With Justin’s and Clive’s help, of course.
Reviewer: Severus_divides_into_H (Signed) · Date: January 05, 2015 01:03 PM · On: Clive
I *love* Clive! You’re amazing for making me care so much about original characters, I usually don’t like them. But Clive – and Ray – are something! They are fantastic together, they make a great couple!
Reviewer: Severus_divides_into_H (Signed) · Date: January 05, 2015 12:59 PM · On: TOO Alike
Oh no, the ending made me worried! Brian and Ray are so stubborn and difficult, it’ll be hell to try and reunite him! I can’t imagine anyone better at this than Justin, though. I’m sure he’ll succeed, but how soon? These two will kill each other first, it seems!
Reviewer: Severus_divides_into_H (Signed) · Date: January 05, 2015 12:57 PM · On: Like Father, Like Son
Hah, it was a funny chapter!:) I loved how Ray and Brian have similar tastes, I think it’s a rather original idea, I haven’t seen something like that before!
I *loved* Ray’s story, I even re-read it – it was very interesting and touching. I wish we could read a very long story about that, it has great potential! Ray is a lot like Brian, they are clearly related!:)
Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: January 05, 2015 03:35 AM · On: How To 'Do Gay' and Brian's Song
Hope you're doing better. Things look pretty good for father and son. How sweet is that!
Reviewer: JAZZEPOET (Signed) · Date: January 04, 2015 06:06 AM · On: Roy's Restaurant, Part 1: Enter Justin
Lol...my allergies went haywire too.
Author's Response: :-) :-) :-)
I shouldn't smile (except that tells me I did my 'job' right)
Reviewer: JAZZEPOET (Signed) · Date: January 04, 2015 05:47 AM · On: How To 'Do Gay' and Brian's Song
Brian’s Song...great movie and what a wonderful sentiment for Ray to have regarding his son.
Author's Response: I'm so happy you liked the reference :-) Actually...writing that part made my allergies act up....
Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: January 03, 2015 03:50 AM · On: The Shrine, Part 2
I'm glad they've made up - sort of. But now I want BBQ!!!
Author's Response: I did, too. Having lived in NC I can vouch for its awesome-ness!
Reviewer: MAYA (Anonymous) · Date: January 02, 2015 07:06 AM · On: The Shrine, Part 2
I can not tell you how much I enjoy reading this story. This is one of the few stories I read again and again. It left me getting all kinds of emotions reading this story. Thank you for creating such a wonderful and intriguing story. Thanks for the great update.
Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: December 31, 2014 04:35 PM · On: Clive
Nice to learn more about Clive. Amazing how much Brian and Ray have in common.
Reviewer: JAZZEPOET (Signed) · Date: December 31, 2014 08:23 AM · On: Clive
Oh I like Clive lol, I think the fact that he's a great deal like Brian is part of what is unnerving Justin at the moment.... but I think he'll get over it.
Reviewer: steff (Anonymous) · Date: December 24, 2014 01:58 AM · On: Roy's Restaurant, Part 1: Enter Justin
Like your story. Found it a few weeks ago und still read some chapters twice :-) Thanks a lot for sharing!
Best wishes for a healthy and joyfull 2015!
Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: December 23, 2014 03:59 AM · On: TOO Alike
I was hoping for a better outcome.
Reviewer: reiselust161 (Signed) · Date: December 21, 2014 07:46 AM · On: TOO Alike
Teaser! :)
Continue soon!
Reviewer: JAZZEPOET (Signed) · Date: December 21, 2014 07:16 AM · On: TOO Alike
Oh no...Ray and Brian can't just give up on each other and let it end like this, not when they've just rediscovered each other
Reviewer: reiselust161 (Signed) · Date: December 16, 2014 09:49 AM · On: Like Father, Like Son
Glad that you didn't leave Ray alone in his life!! ;)
Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: December 16, 2014 07:03 AM · On: Like Father, Like Son
I'm loving this. Not only is Ray sooooo like Brian. He's married. Can't wait to read more about the guy who built Ray's house. Very nice.
Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: December 15, 2014 02:37 PM · On: The Shrine, Part 1
She didn't do a very good job, IMO. At least she did make Jack's life miserable. A room full of prescents. Brian's going to be like a kid in a toy shop.
Reviewer: Severus_divides_into_H (Signed) · Date: December 15, 2014 12:04 PM · On: The Shrine, Part 1
Wow, short chapter, but very revealing! I find myself loving Ray more and more. But the situation is also getting more and more heartbreaking. Thank you!
Reviewer: Severus_divides_into_H (Signed) · Date: December 15, 2014 12:01 PM · On: Carrboro
Wow, that was so sweet! Totally like the title itself. I was waiting for this meeting, and it was just as brilliant as I expected. Brilliant and beautiful. Poor Ray, and poor Brian... but with Justin in between, everything went even better than I excpected. Thank you so much for this wonderful chapter!
Reviewer: Severus_divides_into_H (Signed) · Date: December 15, 2014 11:50 AM · On: The Diner Revisited, Part 2
Well, Michael was disgusting, like I've been expecting. I love Daphne, loved her insult, it was very clever, totally like her!
I'm happy Brian didn't get embarrassed and spooked, and sort of stood by Justin's side.
Great chapter!
Author's Response:
I must credit 'shade court' over at Jezebel for my more nuanced understanding of shade and my improved ability to insult -- I hope that has improved :-)
Brian is making progress, but he's still struggling.
Reviewer: Severus_divides_into_H (Signed) · Date: December 15, 2014 11:44 AM · On: The Diner Revisited, Part 1
Wow, Gus and Justin are so sweet together! I really enjoy their moments, Justin and Brian look more and more like a family.
Author's Response: I'm a big fan of Gus+Justin myself :-)
Spending time together with Gus and Molly definitely got them into more of a 'home' frame of mind, but Justin's offered Brian a 'home' (in himself) just by nature (and Brian can't stop himself from accepting it -- unconditional love is something he's always wanted but never really believed possible).
Reviewer: Severus_divides_into_H (Signed) · Date: December 15, 2014 11:41 AM · On: The Part Where Nobody Listens
Hah, what a funny chapter! I love how you do that, always alternating between sad and happy. An your sense of humor is simply amazing! Love it!
Author's Response: I'm glad you are liking the style :-)
Writing stories that are at least 50% humor is something sort of new I've been trying to do. With this one and Fawn.Armani especially.
Reviewer: Severus_divides_into_H (Signed) · Date: December 15, 2014 11:37 AM · On: Evolve or Die
Oh, breakfast in the morning with Michael and the company! Very interesting, I can't wait to see how it'll go!
Sad chapter, but I'm so happy Justin was with Brian all the time, and that he helped him to realize that Ray didn't just leave him.
Thanks, great chapter!
Author's Response: Writing this chapter was difficult
Reviewer: JAZZEPOET (Signed) · Date: December 15, 2014 06:53 AM · On: The Shrine, Part 1
Holy shrine batman...Ray really was trying to be in Brian's life, if only he had been allowed to love his son *shakes head*
Author's Response: I actually stole that bit from real life :-)
It really is a shame....
Reviewer: Kathrin (Anonymous) · Date: December 13, 2014 12:11 PM · On: Carrboro
You made that meeting really unique. Really Brian .
But what a cliffhanger...and what about all the other issues...
I hope you'll have a lot of time the next weeks to write a lot:)
Author's Response: Thanks so much for the compliment!
I'm going to be writing like crazy in the next month.
Reviewer: debv3 (Signed) · Date: December 12, 2014 02:51 AM · On: Carrboro
Yay! I like Ray, can't wait to hear why he didn't get in touch with Brian sooner. It seems like he knows something about Brians lfe, he must have learned Jack was dead. I think it's going to be an educational visit for Justin.
Author's Response: Ray did know that Jack had died. He will explain, but the answer may not be satisfying.
This will DEFINITELY be educational for Justin.
Reviewer: JAZZEPOET (Signed) · Date: December 11, 2014 08:51 PM · On: Carrboro
That went better than I expected, but I know there is a lot more to come.
Author's Response: Definitely.
Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: December 11, 2014 04:59 PM · On: Carrboro
I'm dying to know if you get them talking. Brian and Justin I mean. They've been going in circles in their heads and someone should start talking about what they are thinking. Brian has learned that bullying isn't what he wants to be with his life, I was so proud of him for refusing to hit Ray. As for why Ray didn't go back, I imagine that it was a looong time before he was even able to think, much less actually do something and with Jack still around, it would have meant a death sentance for Ray and possibly Brian. Another chapter denying or confirming my suspicions would be great.
Author's Response: You're right that Jack would have tried again to kill Ray if he didn't stay away.
Yeah, Brian and Justin need to talk. Justin doesn't want to push, and Brian's having difficulty expressing his feelings. It's a hard thing. And at this point, Brian has simply lost chances he'll never get back. Brian's very realistic. Why moon over what can't be changed?
Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: December 01, 2014 05:05 PM · On: The Diner Revisited, Part 2
After everyone gets on him, Mikey still had to have his say. Some friend he is, being so cruel. I hope Ted and Emmett try to straighten him out. Does Daphne end up going with them to North Carolina? Emmett will be so jealous. Haha.
Author's Response: Actually, Daphne could have gone (she's still on break from Doctors without Borders), but this is too personal a journey...
Reviewer: JAZZEPOET (Signed) · Date: December 01, 2014 05:15 AM · On: The Diner Revisited, Part 2
You're killing me here my friend lol...
Author's Response: why? what'd I do?
Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: November 30, 2014 09:32 PM · On: The Diner Revisited, Part 1
That Mikey! Hisssss. Gus was soooo cute. I think if Molly had been there she would have punched Mikey for being mean. Maybe Brian will? Or Daphne? Even Emmett? Lindsey doesn't appear too happy either.
Author's Response: It's a shame she wasn't there (Molly). She would have gut punched Mikey for sure (that's how tall she is).
Reviewer: JAZZEPOET (Signed) · Date: November 30, 2014 01:37 PM · On: The Diner Revisited, Part 1
*mouth hanging open*...please update soon
Author's Response: good response :-)
Reviewer: Ness (Anonymous) · Date: November 30, 2014 01:09 PM · On: The Diner Revisited, Part 1
Oh. That's mean leaving it there. I love this story so much. Thanks for taking us on the ride :)
Author's Response: I can be pretty evil with the cliffhangers...
Reviewer: JAZZEPOET (Signed) · Date: November 29, 2014 08:27 PM · On: The Part Where Nobody Listens
Sooooo....when do we meet Ray? I cannot wait to see how that goes.
Author's Response: I'm glad you've been excited about the meeting with Ray.
Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: November 29, 2014 05:29 PM · On: The Part Where Nobody Listens
I don't blame Justin for waiting for Daphne. It was the most sensible thing to do. Brian finally answered all Justin's questions, only Justin wasn't listening. <shakes head> Anxiously waiting for the actual confrontation with Brian's friends.
Author's Response: yes, cruel irony :-)
Reviewer: reiselust161 (Signed) · Date: November 20, 2014 01:01 PM · On: Evolve or Die
Great in character description of the scene. So glad you came back to write!!
Author's Response: What a great compliment!
I feel very flattered you're happy I'm back. I've got a serious case of the warm and fuzzies.
Reviewer: Kathrin (Anonymous) · Date: November 20, 2014 11:37 AM · On: Evolve or Die
I'm curious what will happen at the diner. And with Ray...
Please hurry up!
Author's Response: I won't keep you waiting too long :-) I'm so happy you're excited!
Reviewer: JAZZEPOET (Signed) · Date: November 20, 2014 07:45 AM · On: Evolve or Die
Please update quick, I have to know what happens next!
Author's Response: I'm thrilled that you're so excited to see what comes next :-)
Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: November 20, 2014 04:30 AM · On: Evolve or Die
Can't wait to read about the interrogation. At least Daphne will be there to give as good as they get. Then on to North Carolina!!!!
Author's Response: Yes ... lots of exciting stuff coming up :-) I doubt Brian and Justin will be able to sleep tonight (too much worry).
Reviewer: Severus_divides_into_H (Signed) · Date: November 17, 2014 09:49 AM · On: The Big Reveal
Wonderful chapter, so emotional, it had me on the edge of my seat! I loved how Justin immediately blurted out what he needed to, not to let himself change his mind and lose his courage. Loved Brian’s reaction – I literally couldn’t breathe for a few moments, it’s hard to imagine what it must feel like! Brian broke my heart, I wanted to cry. Shocking news. I love this turn of events crazily – I’m so excited now, can’t wait to see their meeting with Ray! Please, do update soon!
Thank you for another amazing update!
Author's Response: I'm so glad you found this one suspenseful. That's definitely what I was going for.
If this chapter was ouchy...beware, the newest is pretty ouchy too...
You are very welcome! You will learn more, but not for another couple chapters, I'm sorry to say.
Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: November 13, 2014 05:13 PM · On: The Big Reveal
Well Brian took it much better then I or Justin expected. On pain of death. So they go see Ray? What happens next?
Author's Response: Brian doesn't have access to his usual coping mechanisms...he did promise to be faithful. And after the last two months, he's not about to take off on Justin again. Certainly not while the pain is so fresh in his mind.
Reviewer: JAZZEPOET (Signed) · Date: November 12, 2014 06:47 PM · On: The Big Reveal
I have to agree with Flossee in saying Justin ripping off the scab and letting the wound bleed was the very best thing he could have done...well done my friend.
Author's Response: I agree. No way to cushion a blow that big. Best just to get it over with and then deal with the fallout.
Reviewer: Flossee (Signed) · Date: November 12, 2014 11:04 AM · On: The Big Reveal
That's the way Justin, rip it off like a Band-Aid (adhesive bandage) and let the pieces fall where they may. I am so happy you didn't have him chicken out.
I do hope Justin is correct with his assumptions as some of them don't seem to be substantiated.
"Maybe. But after Jack died ...?" Please hurry back because curiosity is killing me here. Well not literally, but you know what I mean. LOL
Cheers :)
Author's Response: Justin was careful to preface everything by saying "my best guess." But you're right. He's making some leaps. I hate to make you wait for more answers, but they won't come for another couple of chapters...
Reviewer: driada (Signed) · Date: November 12, 2014 10:35 AM · On: The Big Reveal
Great chapter, can't wait for more. What will they find in North Carolina?.. Intriguing.
Great writing and interesting plot - rare combination :)
Author's Response: What a great compliment!!
(grinning like a fool)
Reviewer: Severus_divides_into_H (Signed) · Date: November 06, 2014 01:16 PM · On: The Kinneys Part 2
Wow!! Jack isn’t Brian’s father? Joe was gay? Things are getting more and more interesting! I can’t wait to see the next chapter and Brian and Justin’s conversation!
Thanks!
Author's Response: Yeah...I decided Brian should get a nice family for once :-)
Reviewer: Severus_divides_into_H (Signed) · Date: November 06, 2014 01:15 PM · On: The Kinneys Part 1
Loved Justin’s ‘progress’ with not calling Brian for a whole day!:) God, they are so in love, it’s so amazing. Interesting chapter, I didn’t expect this to happen! Justin is learning the information… hmm.
Author's Response: Seems silly for Justin to be worrying about such things, I know, but absence does make the heart grow fonder :-) and it's far too easy for one person to take another for granted...
Justin got lucky with the neighbor...but people are naturally chatty...
Reviewer: Severus_divides_into_H (Signed) · Date: November 06, 2014 01:08 PM · On: Brian Reflects
I really admire your habit to keep writing no matter what! Really, I would never be able to do that. From your stories it’s always obvious how much you love writing, how much you love your characters, and how talented you are. Thank you for that – for your devotion to B/J, for such creativity, for talent and for ability to work so hard and so fast!
Loved this chapter. Ha, it was so funny how Brian and Michael were ‘talking’! Really, one should admire how persistent Michael is. I’d get very pissed if my friend kept repeating ‘yeah’, ‘no’ and nothing else.
Aw, how I loved it when Justin told Brian about seeing Joe! This instant jealousy, this anger and fear… it’s so Brian, I can’t get enough of it. The rest of the conversation was HOT!
Thanks for another great chapter!
Author's Response: You are WAY too sweet (giving me a serious case of the warm and fuzzies)
I would also find the monosyllabic answers annoying. But ... Mikey's been dealing with Brian's lack of conversational skills for a very long time, so he's kind of used to it.
jealous!Brian is my favorite :-)
Reviewer: Flossee (Signed) · Date: November 06, 2014 10:18 AM · On: The Kinneys Part 2
Love it. Love it. Love it. Jack isn't Brian's father; that is great. I hope it is true as it certainly seems to be.
Ray is gay; hooray, sometimes I get it right. LOL
I must say I can't wait; I hope Justin just tells Brian without there being too many unhappy consequences. Okay, I know I might be living in La-la land saying that, still I have my fingers crossed.
Cheers :)
Author's Response: I'm glad you liked how things shook out :-)
Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: November 05, 2014 04:36 PM · On: The Kinneys Part 2
Wow! Can't wait to read how that conversation goes. Will Brian look at the album?
Author's Response: I'm so happy you're excited :-) If Justin has anything to say about it, Brian will.
Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: November 05, 2014 04:29 PM · On: The Kinneys Part 1
Oh no. Does this mean that Ray is gone too? Where did Patricia get the money to renovate the house?
Author's Response: She didn't. Donald did that after he came back. "Shortly after" they moved in is a relative term :-)
Reviewer: JAZZEPOET (Signed) · Date: November 05, 2014 03:53 PM · On: The Kinneys Part 2
I can hardly stand the suspense...what will Justin do? How will Brian react?
Author's Response: Yay! Mission accomplished :-)
Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: November 05, 2014 03:41 PM · On: Brian Reflects
Go out of town for a few days and miss several chapters. Glad I'm managing to catch up on this story. So nice that Brian is letting himself feel good for a change. Wonder what it is Mikey is going to deduce!
Author's Response: I was wondering where you were! Hope you had a nice time :-)
Reviewer: JAZZEPOET (Signed) · Date: November 04, 2014 02:57 PM · On: The Kinneys Part 1
I'm really looking forward to the next chapter!
Author's Response: Yay! I was worried this part might be less exciting due to the lack of B/J interaction.
Reviewer: no sleep (Signed) · Date: November 01, 2014 08:59 AM · On: Brian Reflects
Loved the lectures on hormones and advertising on how it pertains to society's expections. I also admire how you have continued your fics after all this time.
Justin is very lovable but I'm nervous about all his little fibs coming back to bite him in the a...
And what about Joe? I sort of liked him.
Author's Response: Thanks!
Yes, the fibbing might be a source of conflict later.
As for Joe, stop liking him. He's bad. Okay ... not bad, just not accepting of Justin. He wanted Justin to lose weight and actively pressured him into it. Granted, he was trying to help, but in the end, being with Joe would have done Justin more harm than good. Brian, for all his flaws, and he has many, likes Justin's body as is. Now he just has to get over worrying what other people think.
Reviewer: Flossee (Signed) · Date: October 30, 2014 11:48 AM · On: Brian Reflects
Okay, I will exhale now; Brian didn't revert back to being Brian fucking Kinney when he met Michael at Woody's. I'm really happy about that. See, lots of smiles :)))))))))
Yay. Bring on the Toppy Justin. NOW. I agree that was a bit rude. PLEASE. PRETTY PLEASE. :D
Cheers :)
Author's Response: Brian's definitely trying :-)
Soon, I promise
Reviewer: JAZZEPOET (Signed) · Date: October 29, 2014 03:04 PM · On: Brian Reflects
Wow!!! What a wonderfully delicious way to start my day.
Author's Response: Reading this made me VERY happy. I meant to say that the day you posted it...
Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: October 28, 2014 06:13 PM · On: Distractions
Oh, this is getting exciting. Will Justin find Ray? Will Ray be happy? Will Mikey ever get over his infatuation with Brian? Justin needs to get in touch with Brian while he's with the gang, forcing Brian to admit he cares - a lot. hehehe.
Author's Response: So many questions...
Reviewer: JAZZEPOET (Signed) · Date: October 28, 2014 05:22 PM · On: Distractions
And the hunt is on...will his findings be favorable?
Author's Response: Good question...
Reviewer: Severus_divides_into_H (Signed) · Date: October 28, 2014 02:30 PM · On: Distractions
I love how you write Michael - he's very canon. Not anti, but rude and annoying sometimes. I loved the moment where Brian thought it was Justin calling him and felt so dissapointed when he realized it was Mikey. I adore moments like that :)
Oh-oh, I hope Justin won't make a mistake! I stil ldon't quite undersatnd what hisp lan is, so I can't wait to find out! Thank you for amazing chapter, even when they are short, you make them incredible.
Author's Response: I'm glad you're liking the way I write Mikey. Writing him is hard for me.
I've always felt that Justin kind of snuck in (in canon) -- becoming more of a best friend to Brian than Mikey. This is just the beginning.
Justin just wants more information. He doesn't want to tell Brian that Ray didn't die in 1978 only to find out that he did die shortly thereafter. He doesn't want to hurt Brian.
Reviewer: Severus_divides_into_H (Signed) · Date: October 28, 2014 02:26 PM · On: "Don't Hate the Player"
I love this unusual style of yours! Loved how Brian thought about the reasons that make Justin so desirable to him, and how Justin tried to plan his actons. They are so wonderful together, and I simply can't get enough of this story and of their relationship in here.
This chapter made me worry, though! My heart is breaking for Justin :(
Author's Response: What a compliment :-) I'm doing a little experimentation with this story...I'm glad it's working out so far.
Relationships should cause worry :-) They're hard. Justin's just accepting this fact and trying to put their dynamic on a better track.
Reviewer: Flossee (Signed) · Date: October 28, 2014 07:32 AM · On: Distractions
Oh, this will be interesting. If Brian can't attend with Justin how will he act in front of Michael at Woody's?
Short chapters are appreciated; hell, all chapters are appreciated. Thanks for trying to give us regular updates, but we all understand RL.
Cheers :)
Author's Response: Thank you for being so understanding :-)
Reviewer: Sasha (Anonymous) · Date: October 20, 2014 09:11 AM · On: "Don't Hate the Player"
i enjoy your stories so very much! this one is my favorite, i love the growing tension! you are very good at it! thank you so much!
Author's Response: That's so sweet of you to say! You are very welcome!
Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: October 17, 2014 05:25 AM · On: "Don't Hate the Player"
Do you really think not being truthful will improve their relationship? Lying always gets me in trouble.
Author's Response: This is a question I'm currently wrestling with myself. I don't know. Maybe...
Reviewer: JAZZEPOET (Signed) · Date: October 17, 2014 12:32 AM · On: "Don't Hate the Player"
Why am I having a strange sense of deja vu here? I hope Justin’s innocent duplicity doesn't come back to bite him in the ass.
Author's Response: It certainly could (come back to bite him).
Reviewer: debv3 (Signed) · Date: October 13, 2014 08:56 PM · On: Lies, Lies, Lies
Love the twist about Ray, and Joe being such a jerk. I hope brian is able to open up to Justin about his childhood and finds out about Ray. Alive or dead.
Author's Response: Brian won't have a choice...he'll need to.
Reviewer: Severus_divides_into_H (Signed) · Date: October 09, 2014 05:01 PM · On: Lies, Lies, Lies
Great chapter, as always, I loved even though there weren’t Brian and Justin interactions. It was fascinating to read about Justin’s history of telling lies – he’s always been a clever lad. Poor Jennifer, she must have had thousands of suggestions and thoughts as to why Justin wouldn’t pick up a girl.
I was amazed by Justin’s grandmother beliefs! That God make us different colors so we knew who to marry. I don’t know if it is your idea or if it’s actually common, I haven’t heard it before! So interesting and amusing to think of it!
Again, I don’t remember – what is Justin’s relationship with his Mom now? Do they talk? Damn, I really can’t wait to re-read this story!
Poor Justin, I know what he feels – how it is to keep getting deeper and deeper into the world of lies… I do think he should end it all and tell Brian the truth. After all, he didn’t commit a crime – these lies are bad, but sort of harmless. Maybe they even helped him and Brian to get closer.
Thanks, great chapter, and great title! Can’t wait for the next one!
Author's Response: Yeah...Jennifer was going out of her mind trying to figure out Justin's "deal."
Actually, I'm embarrassed to say that that was MY grandma's belief. She told me that when I showed interest in a non-white person growing up. I was 8.
Justin has a pretty fabulous relationship with his mom in this story :-)
Justin doesn't want the information he provides about Ray to hurt Brian. So he's bending over backwards to find out as much as he can first...then he'll be prepared ... have a better idea how to help Brian.
Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: October 08, 2014 06:27 PM · On: Lies, Lies, Lies
How many ways can one lie? I think you caught them all in this chapter. It was funny all the ways Daphne came up with for Justin. Interesting how his mom never noticed how Justin was, the clues were there. Red nail polish, five course meals. lol. Justin need to come clean.
Author's Response: The Daphne-Justin part was such fun to write :-)
Yeah...Jennifer knew. She just didn't want to know.
Reviewer: JAZZEPOET (Signed) · Date: October 08, 2014 10:49 AM · On: Lies, Lies, Lies
Justin should just tell Brian about Ray. Holding back any longer could ruin things between them.
Author's Response: Justin is trying to protect Brian, but, you're right, it's a BIG risk.
Reviewer: Flossee (Signed) · Date: October 08, 2014 10:09 AM · On: Lies, Lies, Lies
I really enjoyed Justin's back story. Haha What an unfortunate way to come out to your homophobic father. I wonder if the driveway was ever completed. LOL
I love Justin and Daphne's inventiveness when dealing with the fix-ups; Priceless.
I like this chapter as it seems to be a little more light-hearted, yet you finished with us wondering what Justin will find. I can't wait for your return.
Cheers :)
Author's Response: I'm glad this one was more light-hearted. That's what I was going for.
Yeah...worst coming out story ever...or the funniest anyway :-) driveway was completed, but by someone else.
Justin-Daphne are a good team :-)
Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: October 04, 2014 05:39 AM · On: Interrogations
How romantic. sigh
Author's Response: :-) :-) :-)
Reviewer: Severus_divides_into_H (Signed) · Date: October 03, 2014 05:04 PM · On: Interrogations
Wow, that was an intense, hot chapter! I loved how jealous Brian got, but how he tried to control himself. I love his interrogation – that indeed shows how much he cares about Justin.
Brian’s last question made my heart ache. I have a feeling he was longing to hear the answer to his last question most of all – he wanted to know, but he was also afraid of it. Afraid that Justin had said Joe he loved him.
By the way, I don’t remember, does Brian know Joe was a fictional character for a long time, that Justin has made him up?
Thank you, incredible chapter! I really love this story, and how caring and loving Justin is. Brian’s been through so much, he desperately needs someone like him in his life.
Thank you!
Author's Response: Yay! I was going for intense and hot :-) This dynamic is typical for this incarnation of Justin and Brian, and I'm trying to preserve that even now that they're dating...lots of jealousy, longing, and things one or both can't say out loud ... but deep, deep love.
You are right. Brian was afraid that he isn't actually special to Justin (and he's been jealous of Joe since day 1). From Justin he learned just how deep one person can love another, and, since then, he's wanted Justin to feel that way for him. He just (initially) didn't want Justin to say it out loud. Because things said out loud can be taken back or otherwise lost. He feared that Justin had said 'the words' to Joe, that what Justin felt for Brian was less (than what he felt for Joe)...and different now (after Dylan and two months apart).
Brian doesn't know Justin made him up. He thinks that it just so happens that Justin ended up falling for Brian while 'pursuing' Joe. He knows that the night Justin saw Joe (outside the diner), Justin wanted to stay with Brian...he knows Justin kept pursuing Joe even after Justin wanted to choose Brian and that he did that, at least in part, as a pretext to make Brian feel comfortable.
It's Justin's turn (in this story) ... to be all supportive. So far, the focus has been mostly on Justin's weight. Justin has been shocked by some of the things Brian's said while f-ed up or sleeping (e.g., irons are for clothes, not people), but until now he's had no way to help Brian. Brian would find it nearly impossible to tell Justin about his childhood (in great detail). But now that Justin can theoretcially talk to Ray, Justin will be able to help/support Brian without asking Brian to relieve *everything*.
And thank you! I love how detailed you are in your feedback :-)
Reviewer: Severus_divides_into_H (Signed) · Date: October 03, 2014 04:56 PM · On: Ray
Oh, it’s so sad… :( Ray sounds like a wonderful man. It’s pity something like that happened to him! And it obviously broke Brian for a long time. It’s terrible to lose your loved ones, especially when you have no one else.
Great chapter!
Author's Response: I couldn't agree more. Ray gave Brian hope that beauty/love could exist (it's hard to see that when everyone in your world is cruel). When Brian lost Ray, he felt like the world was cruel and ugly, always. We, especially as children, project our smaller worlds onto the larger one, thinking that what we experience at home must be how it is everywhere. That caused Brian to believe love and trust were foolish, made-up things. Until Gus and Justin.
Reviewer: Severus_divides_into_H (Signed) · Date: October 03, 2014 04:52 PM · On: The Part Where Everybody's Vulnerable
Interesting chapter! Who is Ray? The moments between Brian and Justin are so passionate, you really know how to write them!
Author's Response: Jack's brother. He was the only one in Brian's family that treated him well and tried to stop Jack from abusing Brian. This story is long, and I had Brian thinking about Ray only here and there (he tries not to because it makes him sad).
Awww...thanks! That's such a wonderful compliment :-)
Reviewer: Severus_divides_into_H (Signed) · Date: October 03, 2014 04:36 PM · On: Growing Pains
You know, you story has changed my views a little. For some reason I’ve never thought about the body ideals being different in the past. And besides, what is ideal? Everyone has their own tastes. It is indeed a little discouraging to see anorexic-looking models all the time – they got boring. It’d be interesting and refreshing to see something new, something more realistic. So I actually love Daphne’s idea. But this subject must be approached carefully. Brian can’t just start creating such campaigns whenever he feels like it – or he would lose the job.
When I read Brian’s words, I realized it’s indeed not the best idea… hmm. I’m confused now :) I don’t know with whom I agree more.
Oh, that scene from the past was hurtful. I felt so sad reading it… poor little boy Brian, he had no one to turn to then. Claire is a cunt, Jack is a bastard, Joanie is… worthless. I’m so happy Bran has Justin now, but of course it’s not easy for him to trust and love. And Daphne should have been more perceptive – it was obvious Brian was affected, she should have stopped.
The chapter started out funny, but it ended so sadly, it nearly broke me :( But great ending. I loved it, thank you!
Author's Response: Body image is a hard topic. I actually like Brian's idea (but then, I came up with it). There are women today (like Lena Dunham) who showcase bodies on TV that aren't the 'ideal'--who refuse to meet the ideal and refuse to have ONLY those who do meet the ideal on her show...I think Brian could do something similar. Making people in campaigns 'healthier' doesn't have to mean those people are way overweight. It would be a small step, but one that regular people would be grateful for. As a comparison, think about race and orientation. There it's easier to see how not having a variety of people in the media is harmful. It's been a struggle to get TV/advertising to show women, people of color, and gay/bi/trans people, even though they make up a significant part of the population. For me, that's what it's about when it comes to body image. If you see only people who look very different from you in the media, you start to hate who you are and try to be someone else. That's no good. Here as in canon, Justin is inspiring Brian to think critically about what he puts out into the world.
This story has allowed me to explore Brian's childhood more deeply, which I like. Too often only Justin is shown suffering and struggling, but in this one, they both are. They are both struggling and both helping each other.
Reviewer: Flossee (Signed) · Date: October 03, 2014 11:42 AM · On: Interrogations
Hey Diana :)
"I haven't revealed Ray's orientation yet" I did realize this, I was just saying where my mind had gone. It quite often goes off track. LOL I have forgotten something though. How old is Justin? If you could tell me it would save me going back to check, as 59 chapters is a lot to scan, also I want to read on with some other fics and support as many authors as I can. Thank you in advance for telling me his age. Sorry I forgot.
Brian really surprised me with his interrogation of Justin, still it was a nice way to show he cared. Great chapter, but I see trouble ahead for Justin if Brian ever confronts Joe2.
Cheers :)
Author's Response: I actually like that you assumed Ray was gay. Too often we assume that people are straight unless told otherwise. Justin is 23. Daphne is superfocused in this one...she did her undergraduate degree in 2 years, which is how she's already a doctor. I never said how old Justin was, so don't think it was you. I try to leave out some details to give myself opportunities to shift directions later (hence the reason I never said whether Ray was gay).
Reviewer: JAZZEPOET (Signed) · Date: October 03, 2014 06:36 AM · On: Interrogations
Damn that was hot! And our little Sunshine is one beautiful liar ;)
Author's Response: About the email yeah ... that worked out REALLY well :-)
Everything else he said was true.
Reviewer: Flossee (Signed) · Date: October 02, 2014 03:01 PM · On: Ray
I had a feeling Jack was responsible for Ray's death, and all because he was gay. I'm happy I was wrong and he is still alive.
Cheers :)
Author's Response: I haven't revealed Ray's orientation yet ...
Don't get too excited yet...he survived the accident for sure ... but it's been 22 years since then...
Reviewer: Flossee (Signed) · Date: October 02, 2014 03:00 PM · On: The Part Where Everybody's Vulnerable
I've been looking forward to finding out what happened to Ray.
I understand why Brian wanted Justin to buy him a toothbrush, but isn't it funny, in general, the idea that a person's tongue and other body parts can go in to someone's mouth, but not their toothbrush. LOL
Cheers :)
Author's Response: I mispoke on the comment for the next chapter...I meant to say that it's been about 27 years.
I couldn't agree more about toothbrushes...always seemed silly to me.
Reviewer: Flossee (Signed) · Date: October 02, 2014 02:58 PM · On: Growing Pains
Wow, that was so sad. Daphne really annoyed me in this chapter even though she couldn't possibly know about Brian's past. Brian really should have accepted new slices of pizza. Why would he put himself through that when he didn't have to.
"Brian, would you like to say Grace?" Oh, this is so funny. You couldn't image how many guest we have and half of them say a prayer before they eat. We just wait now and see if anyone is going to say anything before we lift our cutlery. LOL One time we also held hands. LOL
Cheers :)
Author's Response: I'm SO glad you noticed that detail about Brian eating the pizza. It wasn't even conscious. He internalized a lot of what Jack said to him ... hence the near crippling insecurity and lack of trust.
That freaks me out, too (prayer especially with hand holding). I don't know why, but I feel like prayer should take place in private or in a church/temple/mosque. I'm happy you found it funny...Brian was beyond shocked :-)
Reviewer: Flossee (Signed) · Date: October 02, 2014 02:54 PM · On: We're Gonna Go a Different Way
Okay, I miss read the chapter title and worried needlessly throughout the whole read. LOL Bye, bye Joe2. I did actually like him and although he tried to change Justin, Justin must take some responsibility for allowing it. Joe2 did what most people think is helping. Justin needs to learn to love himself.
Cheers :)
Author's Response: I have to agree to disagree. Yes, Justin should have had the self-esteem to tell him to f- off. But people know when they are being a-holes. Yes, he might have been giving him advice a lot of people would give, but he could just have liked Justin as he was and encouraged Justin to do the same.
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