Reviewer: Darkgirl13 (Signed) · Date: October 01, 2023 02:19 AM · On: Are We Having a Ball Yet?

This was wonderful and funny. I love it that Justin is out playing Brian. Also that rant that Justin went out was perfect. The look on Brian's face when he threw the icing had me laughing. Loved it for sure. 

Author's Response:

Thank you, Christy! I am so glad that you enjoyed it. I enjoyed writing it. :)  I love to write about friendships between Justin and Emmett. I wish that had been explored more on the show. Also, thank you for posting all your stories on MW. I know that took some time to do, but we are very grateful. ~Kim

Reviewer: augusta70 (Signed) · Date: June 03, 2018 02:28 AM · On: Epilogue

This story is so great! I love that you changed a few of the relationships but the characters remained true to the ones we all know and love. And I loved the contest - very dramatic and suspenseful. 

Author's Response:

Hi, Sonja!  So sorry for the late response; I normally reply sooner, but I've had a lot of things going on in RL.  But I want to tell you how much I appreciate you reading this story, and especially for commenting.  I loved writing this particular story.  I thought Justin and Emmett would make a good team (I wish their friendship had been explored more on the show), and that Justin's talents would be perfect as a cake designer. I'm so happy that you enjoyed it! Thank you for letting me know. That is very motivating to me. :)  ~Kim

Reviewer: Shell Scott (Anonymous) · Date: August 09, 2016 08:14 PM · On: Epilogue

brill story, the sex scenes were very very hot

Reviewer: Enohvee1875 (Signed) · Date: July 18, 2016 01:08 AM · On: Oil and Water

Brian is being sarcastic and snarky to the nth degree and Justin isn't taking any guff from him. Let the games begin. I'm loving this story!

Author's Response:

 Hi, Kim! I'm so glad that you are enjoying this story so far. I really enjoyed writing it at the time. I hope you continue to enjoy it, and I appreciate your feedback. Thank you again. ~Kim

Reviewer: Elly (Anonymous) · Date: December 28, 2013 04:44 AM · On: Epilogue

I love the build up of sexual tension between Jus and Brian, and little Gus storyline together with them, so sweet!!!

Kim, after reading the story I like " cream pie and dessert " yet more!!!!

Greetings Elly

Author's Response:

Hi, Elly!  Thanks for finishing this story and for your lovely comments, my friend.  I'm glad that you enjoyed it.  I love to write both Gus and Emmett into stories when I can, and they seemed to fit in perfectly here.:)  Thank you for the feedback and for all the support!  *Hugs*  ~Kim

Reviewer: Tagsit (Anonymous) · Date: February 02, 2013 10:15 PM · On: Epilogue

Very sweet (pun intended) story. I liked Justin being a little hard to get and the effect it had on Brian. Nice way to combine your QAF obsession with your cooking show fettish, too. It made for a very unique story line. Thanks for writing. TAG

Author's Response:

Thank you reading and for the comments, Tag; I appreciate you taking the time to do that.  Sometimes I think readers don't feel that the more seasoned authors need that encouragement, but I for one do, so that means a lot to me.  Thanks again.  *Hugs*  ~Kim

Reviewer: Severus_divides_into_H (Signed) · Date: January 29, 2013 05:01 AM · On: Epilogue

I love this story so much that I can’t even find the right words to start describing it! I simply love everything from the first word till the last one, without exceptions. This is really a work of art, so well-thought and incredibly-written, you’ve put so many feelings in here that the story just can’t let go of you till you reach the end. I was captivated with the very beginning, and then that torturous sexual tension between Justin and Brian, their slowly but firmly developing beautiful relationship… I though I loved this story when I read it for the first time, but now I’m just absolutely crazy about it! The title – I can’t think of one more appropriate; the names of Justin and Emmett’s shop – I love both of them: the first one was so childish, but sweet in a good way; Brian’s perfect advertising campaign for them, including the great slogan; and of course those CAKES – beautiful, detailed, unusual, tasty… I was drooling all over your descriptions of them, and I think I put on a few extra kilos, because while reading, I went to the shop for maybe ten times, and bought the tastiest cakes and cookies I could find:) I miss the story already, and I finished reading only a few hours ago!

First of all, The Meeting… I’ve never seen such a funny Brian/Justin encounter! Of course none of them could even think what it’ll turn into in future. That clearly has been fate itself, because the coincidence like that just cannot happen. Poor Brian, I couldn’t help laughing at his astonishment over Justin’s ability to resist his charms! And the way he couldn’t stop annoying Lindsay with his constant complains about Justin is so hilarious! I love the idea you came up with to organize Brian and Justin’s second meeting – Gus’ Birthday is a wonderful occasion… and despite Brian and Justin didn’t really like each other at first, the thick sexual tension was formed the minute they saw each other again. No wonder Lindsay noticed it and decided to do something to get them together! I love her words about what person Brian needs should be like – creative, intelligent, extremely passionate. I completely agree with it, and I think that Justin is the most perfect man for him ever. You proved it once again with your fantastic story! All their arguments, their intellectual battles, their subtle and not so subtle sexual implications – it all makes the way they fell in love so realistic! I can’t count how many times I laughed because of their jokes or – especially! – when Justin ruined Brian’s perfect Armani shirt with his destroyed cake:) Brian sooo deserved it! I hated him for a few moments, really, Justin worked so hard on his delicious masterpiece… by the way, the Captain Astro Cake is a brilliant idea! I enjoyed every minute of reading about it. It made me admire Justin even more than before:)

You also captured perfectly other story-lines and relationships. Brian and Gus, for example… you know, I usually don’t like stories with a big focus on kids, I’m always more interested in romance story-line, but here, I just couldn’t help it. It is so beautiful, so tender, so loving… The real Love between father and his son. This is so touching, I loved it. In fact, now I’m reading another story of another author, and I like it, but Brian and Gus’ relationship just doesn’t feel the same, like the way you described it. You’re amazing!

And – Lindsay, Emmett, Debbie… I love to see Brian and Justin’s relationship through other people’s eyes, it always supplements their feelings for each other. Like that amazing date with a tragic final in the diner. You showed Brian in love perfectly, I even re-read that beautiful date for a few times, just couldn’t help it! You managed to make the images so clear, I just saw Brian’s dreamy expression, Justin’s sparkling eyes. I *adore* when Brian displays his feelings for Justin in public places so openly! Everyone, every trick and simple customers and Debbie saw what they share! But of course, something must have happened to destroy that happiness… I was disappointed in Brian, though it didn’t surprise me. He can never get rid of his fear easily, not him. The sadist in me even loved how everything happened – I can’t help myself, it’s my weakness to see how Brian tries to make amends to Justin, and when Justin doesn’t forgive him immediately. You satisfied this side of me completely:) Now Brian will certainly appreciate their love with Justin more, he will value it. Next meeting with Michael proved it! I loved how he made him apologize, it was a right thing to do.

The contest idea was great! Though I have to say, I was afraid that Justin will be furious if he finds out about what Brian did with the judge. I’m glad that Brian then changed his mind and had faith in Justin! Their work with Emmett is fantastic, as usual. I loved the idea, it’s terrific! I loved all the cakes, but of course theirs most of all. I was so shocked when it was destroyed! And I didn’t expect the judge to be the one to blame… it’s great that Justin and Emmett managed to re-create it. They really deserved to win!

The entire story is incredibly beautiful – you always know how to tease the reader and then how to make them explode with satisfaction when Brian and Justin finally *do* it. Every love-episode is fantastic – tender, passionate, full of love and admiration. Thank you for this work of art! It’s amazing, I can’t get enough of it!                                       

 

Author's Response:

Wow, Katrin, I'm always so amazed by how thoughtful and detailed you are in your comments; you will never know how much that means to me as a writer.  I consider it the greatest compliment of all when someone falls in love with these two beautiful, amazing all over again after reading one of my stories, so for that I will always be grateful to you and for taking the time to leave feedback.  This story was very dear to me; it was one of those that almost wrote itself.  I always loved the idea of pairing up Emmett and Justin as friends and 'partners in crime,' and I thought that the idea of Justin being a cake designer and Emmett being a party planner was a perfect combination for them.  Mix in Brian's love for his son, and viola!  Stirring up Trouble - ha!

Again, Katrin, thank you so much for reading and for your wonderful words; they mean more to me than you will ever know, my friend.  I hope I can continue to write stories that you will enjoy for a long time to come.:)  *Hugs*  ~Kim

Reviewer: urugwaj (Anonymous) · Date: August 23, 2012 12:10 AM · On: Epilogue

Fantastic story!
I love the way you write.
And after the story I have to go for something sweet  ;-)

Author's Response:

Thank you so much for reading and for the lovely comments!  I am so happy that you enjoyed this story.  It was one of my favorite ones to write. I hope you will enjoy some of my others as well.  Thank you again - that means a lot to me!:)  *Hugs*  ~Kim

Reviewer: charlotte taylor (Anonymous) · Date: June 15, 2012 04:22 AM · On: Scrumptious Buns and Doughboy

Heh heh.A good chapter but, can I just say that while coming from Scotland I am indeed British but when I see Brit in this chapter I see an arogant ENGLISH twat.Sorry.I just HAD to get that off my chest.Great wee story though.As usual.Thankyou.

Author's Response:

Hi, Charlotte!  Thank you for reading, my friend - I'm quite willing to change him to an arrogant Englishman - ha!  Thank you for the comments and for all the support!  I'm finally back home after the convention in Germany and can start updating my stories again.  *Hugs*  Kimberly

Reviewer: Kacey (Anonymous) · Date: October 20, 2011 10:04 AM · On: Down But Not Out!

Hi--hope you don't mind my leaving a personal note here.  I haven't been reading and reviewing these past few weeks because my guy came down with a serious infection and ended up in the hospital for five days and is now in a skilled nursing facility.  That's where I've been spending all of my time.  Eventually, I'll get back to reading more regularly.  Hope this isn't oversharing, but I didn't want you to think that I just stopped reading for no reason.  Your writing deserves much more respect than that.  This chapter is the next one for me to read and I'll review it as soon as I get a chance to read it.  Hope all is well with you.

Author's Response:

Hi, Kacey!  Thank you for confiding in me and letting me know - it doesn't bother me at all that you did; in fact, I'm very touched that you would go to that trouble in light of what you're dealing with.  I'm so sorry to hear about your guy.  I hope he will recover soon.  I can certainly understand how that would take a priority!  My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your 'significant other.'  I hope when you can resume reading that you will continue to enjoy reading my stories.:)  Thanks again for being so thoughtful - I really appreciate that.:)  I'm sending a big *hug* out to you, my friend.:)

~Kimberly

Reviewer: Kacey (Anonymous) · Date: August 26, 2011 07:55 AM · On: Can You Spell H A T E?

Oh no, I didn't see that coming.  How horrible.  What will Justin do now?  There's hardly any time left, so I don't see how this can be fixed.  Who is the perpetrator??  Sterling?  I have to say that I loved how Brian and Gus double-teamed Justin as they rode along in the car at the beginning of the chapter.  I was so happy to see that Brian and Justin had gotten back on track.  I like how you write Brian in love.  And, also how you write Brian and Gus--the depth of Brian's love for his child really comes through.  Can't wait to get to the next chapter. 

Author's Response:

Hi, Kacey!  Yes, a little more angst, but not to fear - they will work it out.:)  Thanks for the compliment about Brian and Gus - I love to write about them - he was always so tender with his son  on the show.  I'm glad you're still enjoying the story - I'll kind of hate not to have your lovely reviews to look forward to when you're done!:)  Thanks for taking the time to do that - I am very appreciative, my friend.:) 

Reviewer: Kacey (Anonymous) · Date: August 17, 2011 08:02 AM · On: Day Two Begins

Loved all the details about the cake construction, along with how you created a real sense of what it would be like at the competition.  Enjoyed hearing Brian's thoughts as he observed Justin at work on the cake.  Fun to see Gus there supporting Justin.  I love how you write Gus. Thanks!

Reviewer: Kacey (Anonymous) · Date: August 14, 2011 07:38 AM · On: Competition: Day One

I really like the design idea--not one I would ever have guessed.  Creating ocean waves and a rocking ship sounds extremely challenging. Was amused to think of Brian creeping around trying to sabotage his competitor.  Good that when he was stopped he realized it was better for Justin to compete without any assistance.  I'm glad that he thought about Gus' reaction to any potential cheating.  I hope that Justin gets the serious groveling from Brian that he deserves.  It will be interesting to see what Brian says to convince Justinto forgive and forget.  Enjoyed this chapter very much.

Author's Response:

Thank you, Kasey, for always taking the time to leave your thoughts.:)  There seems to be a LOT of new members lately on here but for some reason the reviews have been very sparse (at least on mine, anyway...).  Perhaps it's because of all the great writers over here now.  At any rate, I thank you so much for taking the extra step to leave me feedback.  When the only review you get at times is one that doesn't say they liked the story but smply points out a 'technical' error in it, it does get a little discouraging at times (not that I don't appreciate the assistance, but a little "I liked it" along with it wouldn't hurt either - LOL!).  A *big hug* for your encouraging words - thank you!:)

Reviewer: Kacey (Anonymous) · Date: August 12, 2011 07:46 AM · On: Getting Ready to Compete

Brian hiding behind an artificial tree--priceless!  I laughed and laughed.  The scene with the adorable Gus (complete with dimetrodon) was so cute.  You've done a great job describing the atmosphere of the competition--it was like watching one of the shows on television with all the spectators milling about and the competitors up to their elbows in preparation. Wait until Brian finds out that his plan has been thwarted! Looking forward to his reaction.

Author's Response:

Hi, Kacey!  I always look forward to your comments.:)  Yes, Gus definitely loves his little green playmate.:)  I think his father owes him a big favor!  I try to be as detailed in my stories as I can without hopefully overdoing it  - at least I hope I've managed to strike a nice balance there.  I'm so pleased you're continuing to enjoy the story. BTW - I'm now officially Randy-obsessed!  I am actually flying up to DC for the weekend of 10/1 just so I can see his new play coming up  ("Habit of Art").  It will certainly be a change of pace from when he was singing in "Tommy," but I think I can tolerate him being a rent boy, don't you? Ha!  Found out the seats are in the fourth row, so I'm very excited!  Thanks again for all the feedback, my friend.:)

Reviewer: Kacey (Anonymous) · Date: August 10, 2011 08:59 AM · On: Contest Preparations

Emmett is the best kind of friend.  One that takes your side no matter what, but also willing to give you the truth.  Wise Justin--able to figure out that Brian is too scared to admit his feeings.  I'm glad, though, that Justin didn't give Brian a pass; Brian is going to have to work for it.  Enjoyed following along with Justin on his cake-baking preparations.  Wondering about his design and looking forward to the next chapter. Thanks!

Author's Response:

Thank YOU, Kacey, for taking the time to leave me feedback - that is so appreciated!  I adore all those cake decorating shows and I am always in awe of what they can come up!  There will be quite a bit of time devoted in this story to Justin's cake idea - I hope you will like what I came up with for him.  As I mentioned earlier, I would still love to do a sequel to this - I think this is one of if not my favorite story that I've written - but I can't quite come up with the right plot idea yet.  If I do, I would seriously considering doing that at some point.  Thanks so much for all the comments, my friend.:)

Reviewer: Kacey (Anonymous) · Date: August 07, 2011 07:47 AM · On: How to Make Amends

Poor Justin.  While it is sad that he is so devastated, I'm glad that he got away and caught the bus.  It would have been too difficult and painful to talk to Brian at that point.  Brian gets points, though, for trying to catch Justin on the street.  He gets double points for pushing Michael out of the booth causing him to land on his ass on the cold, hard, vinyl floor.  Stay down Michael.  It is good that Brian pays penance by having to encounter Lindsey, Mel, Debbie, and, most of all, Emmett.  Good that he is ashamed and disgusted with himself.  Okay, now he can go about setting things right.  Excellent chapter.  Thanks.

Author's Response:

Hi, my friend.:)  So glad you're reading again tonight.:)  Yes, Brian realizes the error of his ways - and he's about to try and make up  for it in true Kinney style - LOL!:) Thanks for leaving your comments, Kacey.:)

Reviewer: Kacey (Anonymous) · Date: August 06, 2011 07:53 AM · On: Unforgettable

This story is filled with funny innuendo and I love it.  Yeast rising, deflouring, etc.--it really makes me smile.  I don't know how you think of all of them. I enjoyed hearing Brian's thoughts and  the both of them giggling. This story is just what I needed as an antidote to the work day.  

Author's Response:

Hi, my friend - so glad to see you still enjoying this story!  Yeah, I actually giggled a little myself at the "deflouring" part - LOL!  I think the hardest time I actually had with coming up with different words in a story, though, was in the "Justin Taylor:  Man In Tights" tale where they went to the Renaissance Fair, because I had to keep coming up with "Sir (something) names to call Justin - ha!  Don't know if you've read that one yet, but you might enjoy that story as well.:)  Thanks so much for leaving me feedback for one of my personal favorites, Kacey, I really appreciate that.:)

Reviewer: Kacey (Anonymous) · Date: June 30, 2011 08:24 AM · On: Tomorrow Night, Doughboy!

Great job of maintaining the tension all through this chapter.  Emmett made me smile--he was definitely all ears as Justin recounted his previous evening's adventures.  I really enjoy the way you incorporate Gus into the story...I could just see him rushing into the shop's workroom.  It is great, too, the way he brings out Brian's softer side.  Okay Justin--work your shift, fix the cake, and get over to the loft--we are all waiting to see what happens at dinner.

Author's Response:

Thanks, Kacey!  I think a certain blond's willpower is about to run out, though....(wink, wink...).  And I love putting Emmett and Justin together as friends; I'm sorry they didn't emphasize that more on the show - I think they would have had a lot in common with each other.  And I always loved Emmett's sense of humor.  Thanks for reading and reviewing as always, my dear, I really appreciate that!:)

Reviewer: Kacey (Anonymous) · Date: June 22, 2011 09:57 AM · On: Care For a Little Dessert?

Hard not to immediately press next to find out if Justin does, indeed, wait for Brian to return.  Brian was having way too much fun baiting Justin.  Justin got some of his own back, though, when Gus dragged Brian off to the fort.  Don't see how Justin will be able to resist Brian.  All of the banter and cat and mouse are really fun.  Enjoying the prolonged build-up to the inevitable.  BTW, hope you didn't think I'd forgotten about this story.  I've been crushed at work and at home lately.

Author's Response:

Hi, Kacey!  So glad to see you're still enjoying the story!:)  This might actually be my personal favorite, because like you, I got a kick out of building up the sexual tension between the two.:)  Poor Justin, though, won't be able to hold out for long next to THAT sexy man (yum...).  Thanks for letting me know you'll still enjoying the story, my friend!:)

Reviewer: Kacey (Anonymous) · Date: June 13, 2011 08:40 AM · On: Drama at the Diner

Oh, Brian.  Always makes things twice as hard.  Thankfully, Justin has staying power.  Gus is so adorable.  I love the way you write him and the interaction he has with Brian, in particular.  Lindsay can't resist matchmaking...hope she knows what she's doing.  Glad Brian dispatched that cretin. 

Author's Response:

LOL!  Yes, that's Brian for you!  He's like a misbehaving little boy sometimes.:)  I always loved how we was around his son, so I love to write him and Gus together.  I'm sure they'll be some tender scenes between the two of them in "Paper Hearts Killer" once he finds his little boy.:)  Lindsey will actually help (at least indirectly) draw the boys closer this time in this story....  Thanks so much for reading - this was one of my personal favorite stories!:)

Reviewer: Kacey (Anonymous) · Date: June 01, 2011 09:22 AM · On: Point and Counterpoint

What a chapter!  There are so many things to like in this.  First and foremost, all the back and forth, not to mention the heat between the guys, Emmett's thoughts, Cynthia!  Your dialogue in this one is incredible--clever and funny.  Impressed by your imagination--that was quite a web site, especially the idea of the words being formed by paintbrushes.  As you can tell, I really love this story. Wish I had time to read it more quickly.  Alas, real life restricts me to a chapter at a time.  BTW, I saw in the reviews for TLC that you are considering a story centered around (if I read this correctly), harness racing!?!  That has to be a unique premise for B/J.  I can hardly wait for that one to begin.

Author's Response:

LOL!  Yes, you are correct about the new story - I know, it sounds really weird, but it's based on an old movie and it would probably take too long for me to explain at the moment - ha!  I'm still thinking it over - I will have to see if I can pull that off!  Thanks for the comments about "Stirring."  I really enjoyed writing this story!  And I always enjoy tormenting the boys just a bit before I bring them together.....I think the anticipation sometimes is better than the actual event (well, almost, anyway....!).  Glad you're enjoying this, Kacey!  As always, thanks for taking the time to review.:)

Reviewer: Susan (Anonymous) · Date: May 30, 2011 11:32 AM · On: The One That Could Say NO!

HA! Yea for the "GOOD Justin!" Too funny! I can just picture the look on Brian's face! Heeeeeee!

Author's Response:

Hi, Susan!  Thanks for the feedback - glad you're enjoying it.:)  We'll see how long the "Good Justin" can hold out - you know he's not going to be able to keep it up (well, you know what I mean - ha!) for long, but the chase will be so sweet in the meantime.  Hope you enjoy the rest - this story's one of my own favorites.:)  Thanks again.

Reviewer: Kacey (Anonymous) · Date: May 26, 2011 10:24 AM · On: Surprise!

Another fun chapter.  The cake is incredible...can't imagine what it would take to create all that detail. Carrying it would be too nerve-wracking.  Glad it didn't drop this time.  Poor Justin thinking that Brian was not that impressed by the cake.  I never thought about it, but I guess buttercream residue would be enticing (or maybe that is only true if it is on Justin).  BTW, I really like the banner--perfect for this story. 

Author's Response:

Thanks for the feedback, Kasey!  And thanks about the banner - I was particularly pleased with how that one came out.:)  I really enjoy making the banners up - sometimes it's almost as much fun as writing the story for me!  Justin's cake later that he makes will be pretty intricate, too, but I don't want to give it away.:)  But if I had BUTTERCREAM on me, Brian could help take care of that problem anyday - LOL!  Thanks again for reading and for the feedback - I'm very grateful.:)

Reviewer: Susan (Anonymous) · Date: May 23, 2011 12:37 PM · On: Point and Counterpoint

Poor Justin, he doesn't stand a chance but then again, neither does Brian! :)

Author's Response:

Hi, Susan - Thanks for the comment; glad you're still reading this one - hope you enjoy the rest of the chapters!  And you're right - these two boys are like magnets around each other!  But Justin will play hard to get for just a while longer....he's not stupid, though - no one can resist Brian Kinney for long - LOL!

Reviewer: Susan (Anonymous) · Date: May 23, 2011 04:43 AM · On: To the Victors Go the Spoils

I'm caught up to where I had left off! Great installment! Enjoying the banter! :)

Author's Response:

Hi, Susan!  Glad to see you're still reading it - hope you enjoy the rest of the story - it's one of my personal favorites!  Thanks for letting me know and for leaving feedback.:)

Reviewer: Kacey (Anonymous) · Date: May 19, 2011 09:43 AM · On: Duel Over The Dimetrodon!

My sister and I both enjoy baking, so this one caught my eye (in fact, she is making a cake for a wedding this weekend).  This is definitely a unique premise for B/J.  This chapter is terrific--Brian's frustration at being thwarted by the dinosaur thief really comes through. And, I like reading about his desire to make Gus happy. I can't wait to read the rest of the story.  I will be reading this one and following your WIPs as time permits.  BTW, my initials also are KC; Kacey was a nickname for me when I was a kid.  I have a niece who is actually named Kacey. 

Author's Response:

Hey, "KC!"  Small world, isn't it?  We must have been fated to come together like B & J (except in a 'different' way - ha!).  So glad you're enjoying the story.  I love to include Gus in a lot of my stories because of how it always brings out Brian's tender side.  I wish they had had more moments like that in the show.:)  I really liked writing the sexual tension in this story; of course, our little Doughboy can only hold out for so long before he has to give in.....!  Thanks again for all the comments and for reading - knowing that others are enjoying what I write is such a thrill.:)

Reviewer: Susan (Anonymous) · Date: May 17, 2011 02:12 PM · On: Are We Having a Ball Yet?

Would love to actually see this scene! :) 

Author's Response:

I know, Susan!  You and me  both!  I really enjoyed writing the sexual tension in this story - Brian's going to have to work for his boy this time!  Stay tuned.....the chase isn't over yet!:)

Reviewer: Susan (Anonymous) · Date: May 17, 2011 01:00 PM · On: Oil and Water

Heeeeee, BLONDIE! I don't know why I never finished this! :)

Reviewer: Susan (Anonymous) · Date: May 17, 2011 12:56 PM · On: Duel Over The Dimetrodon!

I had started reading this a while back but didn't realize I never finished it and that it was one of yours! Not sure where I left off so I'll just start it again! This is off to a great start; too funny! :)

There's just SO many of your stories! I don't know how you are able to write so many at the same time! :)

Author's Response:

Hi, Susan!  Thank you so much for all the comments!  This was one of my favorite stories to write - I loved the first chapter where Brian and Justin were fighting over Gus' toy!  And the idea of Justin as a cake designer seemed like such a perfect fit for him with his artistic talent.:)  As for writing so many stories at the same time, sometimes I DO go crazy trying to keep them straight, and I devote WAY too many hours to them.  I'd much rather write than do housework, though - LOL!  I'm looking forward to your comments - thank you so much for taking the time to do that.:)

Reviewer: Mira (Anonymous) · Date: April 23, 2011 07:04 PM · On: Unforgettable

I love this fic

Author's Response:

Thank you so much, Mira! I'm always tickled to see a review on one of my older stories because a lot of times readers don't think to do that.  They are all special to me, though.:)  I really had fun with this story and enjoyed putting Emmett and Justin together as friends - I think they were a lot alike.  I'm so glad you like this one - thanks again for your kind words and taking the time to read this.:)  Hope you enjoy the rest of it!

Reviewer: bksbracelet (Signed) · Date: February 25, 2011 04:05 AM · On: Epilogue

Well it has taken me a week to read this wonderful story grabbing my laptop before work and after work just to read another chapter, I will miss it lol. I was totally immersed in the competition and the topsy turvey romance. Loved the exhuberent Emmett and his total devotion to Justin.

I was surprised at the ending I had not thought of Sylvia Cooper I thought it was Sterling but not Cooper good twist.

Another ripper read that I will no doubt re-read again many thanks for your wonderful efforts xx Chris

Author's Response:

Chris - I so appreciate you leaving a review for this story!  Too often on the older ones especially someone may read it and think it's not important to leave a comment.  But they're all my "babies" and so special to me, so you have no idea how much you taking the time to do that means to me.:)  This was one of my favorite stories to write - some of them seem to write themselves and this was one of them.  I love to involve both Emmett and Gus in the storyline and this one was perfect for that.  Thank you SO MUCH for reading and especially reviewing.  If I could think of a way to do a sequel to this, I would, but I think it would probably not come up to the quality of the original.  Once they reunite it's hard to create that angst again.  Thanks for all your readership and for your kind thoughts - hope I'll continue to entertain you.  Thank you, my friend!:)

Reviewer: Cheryl (Anonymous) · Date: January 27, 2011 01:32 AM · On: Epilogue

As usual, I sent this to the kindle to read before bed.  Again, not a good idea for me to read funny while attempting to relax and go to sleep. 

This sounds like my favorite show "Ace of Cakes" from my hometown of Baltimore and some of the contests that Duff and Geof did early on in their TV careers.  I loved the entire thing and then the cake "Topper" was hilarious. 

Keep up the good work.  I have another of your stories to start tonight on the kindle.  I just don't learn my lesson.  But you are an excellent writer.  Your descriptions are wonderful.  I have many more to read!

Author's Response:

Hi, Cheryl - Thanks for reading and for the review!  I am so flattered you are choosing to read my stories at bedtime - LOL!  I really enjoyed writing this story - I'm a big fan of "Ace of Cakes," too, along with "Cupcake Wars" and "Amazing Wedding Cakes."  It's incredible what they can do with them - I wouldn't want to eat them afterward!  Thank you for the kind words, too - I try to describe the characters and setting as much as possible so the reader feels more like a part of the story - hopefully I've succeeded in that endeavor.  Thanks again for reading and especially taking the time to review!:)

Reviewer: Anonymous (Anonymous) · Date: January 20, 2011 02:41 AM · On: Epilogue

Congratulations!

Author's Response:

Thank you so much!  Glad you liked this one - I was thrilled to see the blue ribbon on it - it makes me feel great to know that others appreciate what I'm doing.:)

Reviewer: Debbie (Anonymous) · Date: January 08, 2011 08:06 AM · On: Point and Counterpoint

I am reading this story for the 2nd time.

I really love it.

I hope you keep on writing and finish the Christmas story  plus any new ones in your creative mind.

I think you are truly a gifted writer.

Have a nice day and days to come.

Debbie

Author's Response:

Thank you for all the kind words, Debbie - I'm honored you're reading this story again (plus you are the 100th reviewer - wow!)  I will be updating all my stories on a regular basis; the Christmas Story is up next, and then I Don't.  I'm hoping to update the Christmas story sometime this weekend.  Thanks so for much for all the encouragement and taking the time to leave me a review!:)

Reviewer: JTSecrets (Signed) · Date: January 04, 2011 08:14 AM · On: Epilogue

WOW! I sure didn't see that coming. Ms. Cooper really shit in her messkit this time. And Sterling is toast too. I'm very impressed how you ended this story. I had to stop and sleep a few hours before finishing the last couple of chapters.

Don't answer all my comments; if you do you'll never write again :)

Author's Response:

Well, I still thank you very much for all the comments you gave me; they are very appreciated.  I'm glad you finished though; I wouldn't want to be responsible for you succumbing to either lack of sleep or loss of bodily functions - LOL!  Thanks again, friend.:)

Reviewer: pfodge (Signed) · Date: January 04, 2011 01:19 AM · On: Epilogue

Hi,

I just want to let you know that I started reading this last night Sunday Jan 2.  I got as far as chapter 5.  I'm leaving today to go on a 10 day cruise.  I have copied the entire story and converted it to a pdf file, so I could add it to my Nook, so I could read it while on my cruise.  It is very well written and I am looking forward to finishing it.

Author's Response:

Thank you so much for the review!  I'm very flattered that you liked it enough to take it with you to read - I truly hope you enjoy it as much as I enjoyed writing it!  Thanks for taking the time to review what you've read so far.:)

Reviewer: JTSecrets (Signed) · Date: January 03, 2011 09:46 PM · On: And The Winner Is......

Wonderful climax to such an a fabulous event for our boys. You delayed it just right to build up to the winner. For a minute it was touch and go with Cooper as a judge. Living in the Bible Belt of Texas I know all too well how ugly their hate can be.

Reviewer: JTSecrets (Signed) · Date: January 03, 2011 08:54 PM · On: I Yam What I Yam

Too involved in the story to write much of a review. It's all your fault.

Author's Response:

No problem, my friend - can't think of a better reason than that...!:)

Reviewer: JTSecrets (Signed) · Date: January 03, 2011 08:31 PM · On: Can You Spell H A T E?

Well that sucks. It also was my guess for Justin's design to be two men instead of a man and a woman but now I don't know what to expect. Can Justin overcome this setback in time?

Author's Response:

I know, I'm bad - that's exactly why I love angst!  Always makes them keep reading...LOL!

Reviewer: JTSecrets (Signed) · Date: January 03, 2011 07:50 PM · On: Day Two Begins

How cute; love that Brian is there to support him during what has to be a very hard event for Justin to perform.

Reviewer: JTSecrets (Signed) · Date: January 03, 2011 06:54 PM · On: Competition: Day One

That went well. I surely hope for Justin's sake Brian can make amends and put the artist in top form for the next day.

Reviewer: JTSecrets (Signed) · Date: January 03, 2011 06:10 PM · On: Getting Ready to Compete

Well the playing field is even now. Glad the ex-judge didn't spill the beans on which contestant was favored by him by a probing admirer ;0

Reviewer: JTSecrets (Signed) · Date: January 03, 2011 05:49 PM · On: Contest Preparations

I sense a build up going on to something. Love your plot designs and how you move the pace rapidly forward.

Reviewer: JTSecrets (Signed) · Date: January 03, 2011 04:38 PM · On: How to Make Amends

Got to love Emmett with his best intentions at heart. Brian will have to do some serious damage control for this one to work out. Since he also has a reputation not lying to anyone Justin has every reason to believe he heard the truth from Brian. Maybe you drifted from canon there a bit since Brian can't admit love. You have certainly created quite the drama now to unfold.

Reviewer: JTSecrets (Signed) · Date: January 03, 2011 03:43 PM · On: Unforgettable

Sweet! Love how you write sex with our boys in action. Funny how food and sex go together so well too. Writing short reviews so I can read.

Reviewer: JTSecrets (Signed) · Date: January 03, 2011 02:30 PM · On: Tomorrow Night, Doughboy!

I'm getting nearly as flustered as Brian at this point. Never in fan fiction history have I ever seen someone drag out the climax of our boys in action. Maybe my prediction of 20+ chapters isn't far off from the truth.

I do enjoy the angst somewhat, and your constant descriptive choice of words for each scene, emotion, and the contrasts at times. I just wish we could move on from it by now.

In truth real gay men can barely wait a day.

Reviewer: JTSecrets (Signed) · Date: January 03, 2011 01:43 PM · On: Care For a Little Dessert?

That had to be the longest angest dinner event in fan fiction. I loved how you weaved Gus's comments into sexual banter for Brian. I'm also glad Justin had the wine so maybe he would lower his defenses and finally have some fun. We all know how much he needs and wants it.

Reviewer: JTSecrets (Signed) · Date: January 03, 2011 12:50 PM · On: Drama at the Diner

Leave it to Lindsay to play match-maker for our boys. It does seem they need some devine intervention if we are going to see the fireworks in the loft's bed anytime soon.

Author's Response:

Whatever it takes (and whoever it takes) - it's just like the Boy Scouts - ha!

Reviewer: JTSecrets (Signed) · Date: January 03, 2011 11:31 AM · On: Point and Counterpoint

Amazing buildup for the coming dinner together. How Justin couldn't avoid ditching class is surprising to me under those circumstances. My mind is spinning how this novel size piece of work will unfold if they don't take a decade to get in bed. Will it be a romance developing over time? Will the insufferable Brian rear his ugly head and cause Justin pain? One has to read on to find out.

Author's Response:

Gotta work for your man, Brian!  But that doesn't mean a certain little boy won't get in the way and I DON'T mean Justin - LOL!

Reviewer: JTSecrets (Signed) · Date: January 03, 2011 10:29 AM · On: Surprise!

I was so afraid of another cake accident happening and glad that didn't happen again. If I was Justin I'd make that confident rich ad man pay dearly for all the trouble he caused and demanding a monster cake on such short notice. Double fee doesn't quite seem fair under the circumstances especially when Brian wrecked the base too. IMO.

Reading on since I have to probably go through 20+ chapters before we see some hot gay action happening if I know my new favorite author's desire to drag out the angst and pain of wanting.

Author's Response:

Maybe he should have asked for more but then again, he's not going to just get repaid with money now, is he? LOL!  And not to worry, it won't be the whole 20 chapters - he'll be getting a little action shortly, actually, but of course, with Brian he has to go and muck it up for a while!:)

Reviewer: JTSecrets (Signed) · Date: January 03, 2011 09:31 AM · On: Are We Having a Ball Yet?

You got me laughing at this chapter. Now  that the ice or is that icing has been broken perhaps more tasty sweet licking will follow soon and me thinks the flavor of the day won't be very vanilla once they heat up properly.

Author's Response:

I think you're right there - can't see anything as bland as vanilla occuring between THESE two - but it won't be quite as easy as Brian thinks it will be....:)

Reviewer: JTSecrets (Signed) · Date: January 03, 2011 08:24 AM · On: Oil and Water

This was rich. Brian working with Justin at this stage is very rich indeed. So what can you use for lube in a bake kitchen? Humm? Something eatable I hope.

Author's Response:

Mmmm....hadn't thought about that; I know he bought Crisco once with Justin just before the infamous zucchini man incident but it's not very edible - LOL!  Maybe some of that icing that comes in a can?  Smooth as well as sweet.....Don't worry, if you like back and forth sexual tension between the two, I dare say you are in for a thrilling ride - hook up your seatbelt - LOL!

Reviewer: Debbie (Anonymous) · Date: January 03, 2011 02:31 AM · On: Epilogue

I loved the story.

I started to read it at 6 am this morning and just finished.

It is great!!!

Please keep up the great writing and stories!

I definitely will be reading them all.

I liked the one with Gus and Justin in a band.

Keep up the great work, you are truly a gifted writer.

Have a nice new year!

Debbie

Author's Response:

Thank you so much, Debbie!  And thank you for leaving the review to let me know you enjoyed it.  It was one of my favorites, also, and hearing someone else liked it as well is what keeps me motived to keep posting.  Thanks again.:)

Reviewer: Curious George (Anonymous) · Date: January 02, 2011 04:47 PM · On: Duel Over The Dimetrodon!

I love long, involved b/j stories and this one, with it's unique theme, was a real winner!  It's so great to have a new writer posting here, one who actually finishes the stories.  I only read completed fic (which means I run out of reading material pretty quickly), so I couldn't be more pleased. 

Like an earlier commenter mentioned, the many ALL CAPS words were somewhat of a distraction, but didn't take too much away from my enjoyment of your story, once my brain got used to them.

 

Thanks for sharing, and I look forward to reading more of your awesome work!

Author's Response:

Thank you so much for taking the time to review!  I'm delighted you enjoyed it.  I apologize if the caps/italics distracted you; I'm going to keep that in mind in the future.  I hope you will enjoy reading some of my others along the way.  Thanks again for reviewing - it is greatly appreciated.!:)

Reviewer: BluvsJ (Anonymous) · Date: January 01, 2011 11:05 PM · On: Sweet Surrender

I noticed that once Justin was rested they went on to "other" things...lol.... and it was about time that Brian finally told his "Best" friend about his relationship with his "doughboy".... maybe that will shut up that whiney pain-in-the ass Mikey once and for all ....

Author's Response:

Yeah, on to what they do best - ha!  And I think it was important to Justin especially that Brian make amends in front of Michael.:)

Reviewer: BluvsJ (Anonymous) · Date: January 01, 2011 10:23 PM · On: And The Winner Is......

Poor Justin wore himself out for the competition... but... it was worth it.. HE WON...... or should I say they won....Emmett was such a great help in rebuilding the cake... and "Kerry" finally came to her senses and picked the best cake....

Author's Response:

I think he deserved it, don't you?  And not to worry, he will be nice and refreshed and ready for a "HARD" workout shortly - LOL!!  BTW - "Kerry's not completely out of the picture yet, either....

Reviewer: BluvsJ (Anonymous) · Date: January 01, 2011 10:10 PM · On: I Yam What I Yam

I am sooo glad that Justin told that phony announcer Winslow the truth about what happened...instead of trying to hide the fact that there is a "homophobic"  S.O.B. involved in the competition.....  

Author's Response:

Yes, I think that would be Justin's way of handling it - he never DID back away from a fight he believed in; that's one of the things I always admired about his character.:)

Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: January 01, 2011 07:19 AM · On: To the Victors Go the Spoils

Thank goodness Brian came to the rescue.  How funny that Deb showed up at a most critical time, disrupting Brian's play.  Happy Birthday Mikey

Author's Response:

Yeah, I always liked that woman - LOL!

Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: January 01, 2011 06:39 AM · On: Are We Having a Ball Yet?

Oh my.  The poor cake!  It's such a shame that Justin has to redo it.  Brian just does not understand what all goes into making a Justin Taylor original so special.

Author's Response:

Don't worry - both the cake and Brian will soon be RISING to the occasion - LOL!

Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: January 01, 2011 05:55 AM · On: Oil and Water

LOL!  The way Brian and Justin go at each other!!!!  Emmett - the ballerina! hysterical.  The problem will be finding time to read all the wonderful chapters in all the great stories you're posting.

Author's Response:

Thank you, my friend!  I know - I feel a little guilty that I'm clogging up the site with so many of my own.  But I had a bunch of them already written that I was anxious to post, hence the large amount.  Hope everyone doesn't mind.  I will run out of them eventually, though, if that's any consolation....:)  I'm glad you're enjoying "Stirring" at any rate - I think it might just be my favorite one.  Thanks for leaving all the reviews for me!:)  Hopefully they'll leave my stories on here long enough for you to read them before they boot me off for being a story pig - LOL!

Reviewer: Benny (Anonymous) · Date: January 01, 2011 12:42 AM · On: Epilogue

Let me just start by saying that you are a very talented writer. This story was nothing short of flawless. I loved everything about it, I was up half the night reading it lol, not that I'm complaining! I enjoyed it immensely, and I am very much looking forward to reading your other works. Thanks for sharing and Happy New Year! -Benny

Author's Response:

Thank you so much, Benny - you are so kind!  I can't think of a better compliment than you being caught up in my story - thank you for reading and reviewing.  That is the best incentive to keep me writing.  I am very appreciative - Happy New Year to you, too!:)

Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: December 31, 2010 10:20 AM · On: Duel Over The Dimetrodon!

Damn, I can see this is another gotta read story.  Love the premise and can't wait to find out just how Brian and Justin manage to get along.

Author's Response:

Thank you, my friend - glad I could get you hooked!:)  I love to play with the sexual tension between Brian and Justin and I love those cake decorating shows so I hope you'll enjoy this one!:)  Justin seemed a natural fit as a cake designer, don't you think?

Reviewer: BluvsJ (Anonymous) · Date: December 31, 2010 07:02 AM · On: Day Two Begins

I still can't figure out what Justin is making....it sounds like a Pirate Ship... but.... I am not sure..... lol...

Author's Response:

Keep going - you wouldn't want me to spoil it for you, would you - LOL!  There's going to be another twist to the cake, too....!:)

Reviewer: BluvsJ (Anonymous) · Date: December 31, 2010 05:42 AM · On: Heart to Heart

"Dimetrodons couldn't keep me away"...... how sweet...lol.... I am so glad that they finally talked and cleared everything up.... now all Justin has to do is keep that British cake designer away before Brian kills him... lol....

Author's Response:

Yeah, I think old "Scrumptious Buns" is not going to know what hit him - literally!  But I love a jealous Brian - LOL!