Reviewer: ANDROMEDA (Anonymous) · Date: November 23, 2013 11:46 PM · On: For Our Daughter
Loved it!
Reviewer: Bob (Signed) · Date: July 06, 2013 07:07 PM · On: For Our Daughter
:)
Reviewer: Bryton4ever71 (Signed) · Date: October 25, 2012 01:28 AM · On: For Our Daughter
Hospital draaaaama! Ya gotta love it! And I loived the chapter! Onto the next one...
Author's Response: Hi, Jon! Glad you enjoyed this chapter, my friend.:) A rather unwelcome visitor is about to pop up again to Brian's chagrin; but I suspect he will definitely be a short-term visitor. Had to throw in just a little more angst and jealousy into the mix, though.:) Thanks for reading and for the comments; and BTW - I'm (somewhat) impatiently waiting for the conclusion of your own story (hint, hint). *Hugs* ~Kim
Reviewer: yvonnereid (Signed) · Date: September 07, 2012 06:26 AM · On: For Our Daughter
An awesome chapter,I loved it Kim ~ Vonnie xoxox
Author's Response: Thank you, Vonnie, my friend; I'm so glad that you liked it. BTW - I received your lovely card yesterday - thank you for that; I will cherish it.:) *Hugs* ~Kim
Reviewer: Tagsit (Anonymous) · Date: September 03, 2012 11:45 PM · On: For Our Daughter
Oooooh! Admissions of caring and love. So nice. Now, just get Kaylee home safely and, voila, we should get renewed couleness! Yea! TAG
Author's Response: Ha! You wouldn't expect me to make it that easy, would you? Of course not! But not to fear - I'll make sure they make up eventually (wink, wink). Thanks so much for reading and for the comments. Looking forward to your own updates too; just wish I could update as fast!!:) *Hugs* ~Kim
Reviewer: BROODING BRIAN (Anonymous) · Date: September 02, 2012 06:51 AM · On: For Our Daughter
I REALIZE I HAVE BEEN VERY REMISS IN REVIEWING. IT SEEMS MY LIFE IS GOING 110 MILES AN HOUR. I REALLY DON'T HAVE A LOT OF DOWN TIME. I GUESS THAT'S GOOD, BUT I REALLY NEED A VACATION. HA, FAT CHANCE AT THIS TIME. THIS PLACE IS A ZOO. SO DAMN BUSY. THERE ARE FIVE US ON CALL OR HERE CONTINUALLY. THREE HAVE THE FLU BUG, SO THAT LEAVES TWO OF US-NOT GOOD. OH WELL, ENOUGH OF THAT. THIS STORY IS QUITE ALARMING AS TO THE HOSPITAL STAND ON PARENTAL RIGHTS. I GUESS SOME ARE THAT RIGID. I HAVEN'T COME ACROSS THAT IN MY FIFTEEN YEARS, BUT GUESS IT MIGHT HAPPEN SADLY IN SOME AREAS. I THOUGHT IT MIGHT BE A CONCUSSION BE IT SLIGHT OR MORE AGGRESSIVE. IT'S BETTER TO BE SLIGHT AS OUTCOMES ARE MORE FAVORABLE. AS SHE HEALS MAYBE THEIR RELATIONSHIP WILL ALSO. THEY REALLY NEED TO SIT DOWN CALMLY AND TALK IT ALL OUT AND THEN SEE WHAT THEIR OUTCOME WILL BE. IN OTHER WORDS DO MORE GROWING UP. FORGIVE AND TRY TO FORGET AND GET THEIR FAMILY BACK TOGETHER FOR THEIR SAKES AND THEIR CHILDREN. ENOUGH DIATRIBE-HAVE TO GET MY PAPERWORK DONE-GET A NAP AND BACK TO O.R. HAVE A GOOD LABOR DAY.
Author's Response: HI, Sweetheart; you really sound harried and hurried right now! I'm sorry things are so hectic for you at the moment, and having so many doctors out certainly can't help. I do hope that things slow down for you soon and you are able somehow to get some rest and relaxation, athough it doesn't sound too likely for a while. I wish there was something I could do for you to lighten the load. I will certainly be thinking about you and hoping that things change for the better soon.
As far as the story goes, you know I always get nervous when I'm dealing with medical issues, not being well-versed in that. But I hope what I wrote wasn't way off the mark. I'm very touched that you took time out of your extremely busy schedule to read my latest chapter; you are all so special to me. Please keep in touch as time permits and know that I will be thinking of all of you. I'm sending you a big hug and a 'virtual,' long soak in a hot tub somewhere.:) *Hugs* ~Kim
Reviewer: LEE (Anonymous) · Date: September 01, 2012 09:06 PM · On: For Our Daughter
Hey there! Thiswas quite the chapter. I really don't understand the protocol in that hospital. Usually, here at least, whoever brings a child to The E.D. can stay with them during treatment. I t does more harm than good to leave a young child alone and defenseless during treatment. There is abandonment, fear and pain issues that the child has to deal wiith especially when Brian tried to tell them he was the father-proof or no proof. I would have thought they could see how much he cared for her. I don't know-it just seemed a littlke unnecessary. Sorry to be on a soap box-guess it's different being i work in a hospital and haven't encountered this as of yet. Things are good with me-am feeling better and coping better in this ole world. I am house sitting for Nonie as she has a family crisis. It's a cool house. I stayed here for a few weeks when i first came out here. I think t will give Lindc a rest from me HA! Hopefully, while here I can look around for a place as i think i'll be ok now by myself. This is the big test, according to the peeps. I know they care about me-butttt! The DEVIL is doing well. He has quite a few more miles on him due to the trip here, but my friend was really helpful in my time of need. Off to work now. I really like my job here so that has also been beneficial to my recovery. luv 2 u
Author's Response: Hi, Sweetheart! I'm so happy to hear from you, and to know that things are going better for you now.:) And I'm delighted to hear that the job is working out. Lindc said your hours are pretty intense - 36 on, 36 off I believe (?). But it's great that you and "the Devil" have been reunited now (why does that sound so ominous when I put it that way? LOL!). Very best of luck with hunting for your new digs. Just make sure once you find a place that you don't sit there all alone and brood (you don't do that, do you?). :)
And don't apologize about the rant with the story - I probably had to take a little literary license in this chapter so I could set up the boys being reunited on the same front in concern over their daughter. As you and another reader pointed out, in "RL" probably the hospital likely wouldn't even challenge Brian's contention that he was Kaylee's rightful father, although if he had to prove medical insurance coverage perhaps it might have come out that way.
So great to hear that things are looking up for you! You are such a special guy - I know things will continue to get better and better.:) Please keep in touch and take care of yourself. Love & hugs back to you, too.:) ~Kim
Reviewer: no sleep (Anonymous) · Date: August 31, 2012 09:31 PM · On: For Our Daughter
"No, I understand exactly what you THINK you saw happened!" Gus retorted stiffly, his face contorted in righteous anger in defense of his father. "Did you even give him a chance to explain, Justin? Or did you have so little faith in him that you just made a hasty judgment and wouldn't allow him to even try?"
"When you AND Kaylee left and I never saw either one of you again, the older I got, the more I resented it. I felt like she was more important to you than either Katie or I was, and that hurt. A lot."
The converstation between Justin and Gus did not disappoint. Gus was clearly hurt by what he perceived to be abandonment by Justin. I was furious that Brian had let Gus believe it was all Justin's fault.
"He still loves you, too, you know," Gus replied as he looked back over at Justin. He sighed. "Can't you two work this out somehow, Justin? Hasn't it been long enough? Has it been worth all this hurt for you and Dad? For me? For Kaylee and Katie? What is it going to take to get you back together? Isn't that what all of us want? What you want? Be honest with me."
Out of the mouth of babes... It seems so strue that everyone suffered for the breakup, but I was satisfied to see that Justin was going to look at things logically and decide to make a go at reconciliation or a clean break from Brian. His love for Brian was never in question, it was whether or not he could live with Brian. And I get so tired of Ethan being thrown in Justin's face all the time as if that should give Brian a free-for-all to do what ever wants to and then be forgiven.
There's nothing to forgive, Katie." He lifted his gaze to stare into Brian's eyes as they locked onto his...
I loved the way you had things come to head with Jusitn realizing that someone could really be sincere with guilt and that forgiveness was needed for both of them to heal. But I still think Brian was still very wrong in what he did and he needs to explain to Justin what was going on in his head at the time of his mistake. He needs to aplologize for misleading Gus too.
Now as for that nurse... Being busy is no excuse for rudness. I have encountered nurses like her and I wished I had been as vocal as Justin. It's a pet peeve of mine to for nurses or any employee to take out their frustrations on patients or customers.
Anyway, excellent chapter!
Okay... I'm going to sleep now.
Author's Response: Hello, my friend! I always love to read your thoughtful comments; thank you for the time you always put into constructing them and thank you for all the support you give me. I've delighted that you enjoyed this chapter. I do think the guys are slowly heading toward a reconciliation, but once Kaylee is back at Britin they will have a lot of discussing to do. At least now I think both are ready to do that instead of allowing their hurt to take priority over rationality. Of course where the heart is concerned, it doesn't always follow logic, does it?:)
Thank you again for the the feedback; I will get this updated again just as soon as possible. For now, I must trot back over to the Bluegrass of Kentucky! Hope you have a great weekend! *Hugs* ~Kim
Reviewer: galenut (Anonymous) · Date: August 31, 2012 09:20 PM · On: For Our Daughter
Very touching chapter.
Author's Response: Thank you for reading and for your kind words, my friend; I'm very glad that you're enjoying the story. I will be getting this updated again very soon. Thanks again! *Hugs* ~Kim
Reviewer: Marny (Signed) · Date: August 31, 2012 08:01 PM · On: For Our Daughter
Wonderful chapter as always. thanks Kim.
* hugs *
Author's Response: Thank you, Marny - I'm so glad that you enjoyed it. I hope you have a great weekend, my friend. *Hugs* ~Kim
Reviewer: BigPaw (Signed) · Date: August 31, 2012 12:57 PM · On: For Our Daughter
Is it possible, could a miracle be taking place, is Justin finally pulling his head our of his ass and going to act like a sane person? I won't be really sure till I know the horses are safe. I know Justin was hurt by what Brian did but look at all the pain Justin caused to so many people, he did much more damage by his actions. He is the real monster in all this. So I guess if a horse has to be slaughter what's one more loss right, I mean Justin is the blond Angel who can charm the pants off anyone. I think Brian should try for complete custody of both girls and he can lead a nice life with out Justin. However I know you seem to like Justin so I'm going to try and come to terms with letting the idea start to form of a possible reunion. Any chance Justin might fall down the elevator shaft and suffer a fatal landing? I was also worried by the way Justin was getting so turned on by Gus, that just isn't right. There he is rushing to the death bed of his dearly beloved daughter and he's practically drooling over his stepson just because he looks like the man he loves but refuses to love. SICK SICK SICK. One more reason to have him castrated or put down like a rabid dog.
I hope you know how much I love your stories and I know you can put up with my outrageous comments. I am enjoying every chapter of this story. I keep trying to picture Halley Mills running around Britin causing Brian major headaches.
Lori
Author's Response: My, my, my, you DO have a fertile imagination - LOL! I really need to ask Bob to come up with a special award for you for the most intriguing and unique reviewer on this site! I'm sure all the other writers would heartily agree with me. Poor Justin - remind me not to put the two of you alone together in a room sometime, much less the horses! Mercy! Okay... I know it was all tongue and cheek, you're not fooling me (I think....!).
Yes, you may have to get used to the idea of the boys (gasp!) reconciling at some point. How else could I throw in some steamy sex scene without doing that? I do promise not to have anything of the kind involving Justin and Gus, though (I mean, really???). Anyway, Lori, as always I look forward to your comments - truly! Ha! Thanks again. *Hugs* ~Kim
Reviewer: Flossee (Signed) · Date: August 31, 2012 12:03 PM · On: For Our Daughter
A child had no right to interrogate an adult about their life but I can see here Gus is being used as a catalyst to move the story along so I’m on board here; and I much prefer an older Gus to a cute one. I am still having trouble understanding why everyone thinks time should be a reason for forgiveness when rarely does any married or committed couple’s relationship survive a betrayal of this kind. Brian really needs to have a good excuse and not the lame ass one Michael and he came up with. Justin again gets to take the blame when Mr Kinney should man up as it should lay clearly on his shoulders. Great chapter, any writing that invokes emotion in the reader like this does is testimony to your ability. Thank you.
Cheers
Author's Response: Hi, Flossee - thank you for reading and for the comments. Obviously there will have to be quite an in-depth discussion between the two men before they can move toward resolution; once they are back at Britin I see that occurring. I think Brian just asking Justin to forgive him may go a long way towards heading in the right direction. I don't recall him simply asking for that yet. As far as the betrayal goes, yes, I do see it as one, but we also have to remember where Brian had come from and what his normal M.O. was. He never was one before to be monogamous with Justin, at least not until they decided to commit fully to each other after the girls were born. The fact that he did I think is definitely what hurt Justin the most here, but I do see some slight give and take happening now.
I'll be updating this again soon. Thank you again for the thoughtful comments; I appreciate that very much.:) *Hugs* ~Kim
Reviewer: junebug (Signed) · Date: August 31, 2012 11:30 AM · On: For Our Daughter
I don't quite understand how the hospital knows that Brian is not Kaylee's father or at least have the parental rights(is it how it called?) towards her. Is there any ID or record which can search from the computer immediately that shows Brian has no right? Coz if a minor rushes to ER with a grown-up, we just assume his or her is the kid's parent, since they come in together anyway.
My mom is a nurse in private hospital, she always tells me stories of how some bad nurses act like, so yeah, the one dealing with our boys actually not so bad at all haha
Author's Response: Hi, June! First of all, thanks for reading and for your comments. I do not profess to be an expert on hospital protocol by any means, so I'm going to have to ask for some literary license here I suppose. It dawned on me also that the hospital probably wouldn't be so analytical about parental rights in an emergency situation, but obviously it did provide some little drama regarding the boys' custody arrangement, so I ran with it. Hopefully you can forgive me the faux pas and overlook it for me.:)
I personally encountered some nurses similar to this one in my hospital stay, but I am glad to say that most of them were both professional and caring. Thanks again for the comments; hope you will continue to enjoy the story. I'll be updating it again very soon. *Hugs* ~Kim
Reviewer: lindc & the peeps (Anonymous) · Date: August 31, 2012 09:25 AM · On: For Our Daughter
Oh so good. Now we are getting somewhere. Talking, revealing old secrets and the talking is awesome. Maybe two people are really growing up. More good talk is necessary as they don't do that enough. I was right-slight concussion. Years of experience, I guess. Some bad news here. Nonie's mother is quite ill. She lives in Italy. Nonie is leaving this weekend for Italy. Lee is going to house sit while she is gone. Why do we peepshave all the shitty luck. Seems we can't be happy for too long before something goes hell west and crooked. Sorry-just ranting and rambling again. I'm not too sure how long she will be gone. She is really upset. The hospital put her on family leave for three months. After that we'll see depending how things develop over there. We all loved this chapter so much. Lee is wondering if his story is up next. He says hi and will review when he is rested. He has been working 36 on 36 off, so he pretty pooped. lol
Author's Response: Hi, Sweetheart! I'm SO sorry to hear about Nonie's mother. Please tell her I am praying for her mother and will keep her and her family in my thoughts. I know how close I am to my mom, so I can imagine what she must be going through; to be so far away, too, would make it even worse. It does seem like your tight little band of friends has seen more than their share of heartache this past year, but I think you are all so fortunate to have each other. You take care of each other and really love one another; just think how terrible it would be if you DIDN'T have each other! It sounds like the hospital is taking advantage of Lee's skills and experience, but I'm sorry to hear about his rough schedule. Tell him I think "Stallion" is actually up next and then "Heart's Desire." I will have to go back and check, but I think that's correct.
Started back on teaching on 8/22 - have 18 students, but not too bad so far. It will keep me busier, though, but at least I have a 3-day weekend, so that should help keep me writing. Please tell everyone I said hello and I'll be thinking of all of you. Don't know what I would do without all of your constant encouragement and support, along with all of my other constant reviewers. I appreciate that so much (of course I consider all of you more than just 'readers,' though; if they DO have the LA con for QAF next June, I'd love to meet all of you!). Take care and don't all work too hard! *Hugs* ~Kim
Reviewer: wordshipper (Signed) · Date: August 31, 2012 09:24 AM · On: For Our Daughter
What a satisfying chapter! Yay Gus - he didn't mince words with Justin. I'm starting to like Justin again!
Author's Response: Hi, my friend; glad to hear it! I think our stubborn blond is starting to come around now.:) Once Kaylee is back home, I see a long overdo talk occurring and maybe some additional prodding from a couple of little girls and perhaps their big brother.:) Poor men won't know what hit them - ha! We're definitely heading in the right direction now, but there's a ways to go yet in the story; I haven't even gotten to the 'good' part yet (I'm sure I don't have to spell that out - LOL!). Thanks so much for reading so many of my stories and for your ongoing support; I appreciate that so much. *Hugs* ~Kim
Reviewer: Megan Rose (Signed) · Date: August 31, 2012 09:07 AM · On: For Our Daughter
Loved this chapter, the boys are making progress! I loved how Brian finally fessed up to being the hospital all that time, and Justin and Gus finally getting some things straightened out. And, of course, little Kaylee being okay! I can't wait for the very long overdue coversation they need to have!
The actions of that doctor and nurse in the hospital made me angry! I have a friend who is friends with a gay couple. They have an adopted son (neither is the bio dad). They went on a road trip to the US and when they came back to Canada, they got such a hassle at the border, wanting to know who the kid was, why does he have both their last names, where's his mother, what do you mean he doesn't have one? It was a nightmare! I hate how gay parents get put under a different set of standards. I'm glad you touched on this.
Author's Response: Hi, Megan! Thank you for reading and for the comments. I can only imagine what these couples go through, especially the ones that are unable to legally marry and the hassles they must endure as a result. And Justin is still torn over everything - still hurt with Brian, but also fiercely protective of his ex-partner's place in Kaylee's life and his right to be involved with her medical decisions. I think once they get Kaylee back home and things settle down a bit, they can start moving in the right direction. But first they most definitely have a long overdue talk coming before we can get to the more 'entertaining' elements (wink, wink). Thank you again for all the support you give me, Megan; that means a great deal to me, my friend. *Hugs* ~Kim
Reviewer: charming1 (Anonymous) · Date: August 31, 2012 09:00 AM · On: For Our Daughter
It sounds like our boys are on the road to reconciliation, although they do have some talking to do before they can get there. That cunty nurse made me laugh... it seems that some medical professionals don't realize that they either talk too loud or not loud enough. The doctor at the clinic I go to when I get sick talks so quiet, you have to strain to hear him. One of the nurses at our vet always talks to us in baby-talk, like we're the dog.
Author's Response: Ha! I liked your comment about the vet's office - so funny! Of course, no one really gets a lot of sleep in the hospital, but it always seems like some of the nurses have to practically yell at you like you wouldn't wake up for them to give you a breathing treatment or your medicine or take your blood, etc. Brings back some not-so-pleasant memories of last April when I was in the hospital for pneumonia (yuck!). Anyway, yes, I think we are seeing a gradual shifting in Justin's attitude, but I still think he needs a good explanation from his ex-partner about what happened so long ago. At least now I think Brian may be better equipped to provide that to him. Thank you for the comments and for reading, Nancy, I appreciate that so much. Oh, and BTW - what about "Sweet Sacrifice?" Only one I can come up so far! I'll keep thinking.;) *Hugs* ~Kim
Reviewer: sfscarlet (Signed) · Date: August 31, 2012 08:51 AM · On: For Our Daughter
oh, you are such a good story teller- Brian finally admits to Justin about his hospital watching- oh so many years ago
I hope that talk comes soon and that you update soon- I just love this story.
Author's Response: Hi, Sandy - thank you for those comments, dear friend, I really appreciate you taking the time to do that. The idea to mention Brian's hospital visits with Justin sort of fell into place in this chapter, and I think it helps to show Justin just how much he did - and does - love him. And now that Brian's had his talk with Michael, I would hope he will be better prepared to give some straight answers as to why he did what he did so long ago. I think that is mainly what Justin is waiting to hear. His heart is ready to take the leap, but his head still needs a little more convincing. Thanks for all your support, Sandy; I'll be updating this one soon, but in the meantime I'm heading out to the wilds of Kentucky - ha! *Hugs* ~Kim
Reviewer: Cheburashka2 (Signed) · Date: August 31, 2012 08:50 AM · On: For Our Daughter
Lovely chapter, Kim! I'm happy that Kaylee is OK and that Brian finally, FINALLY spilled the beans about visiting Justin in the hospital after the bashing. Justin's conversation with Gus was pretty great; made me happy that they seemed to get things straitened out.
Can't wait for another update, as always!
Cheers,
Vin
Author's Response: Hi, Vin - well, at least this chapter was much longer.:) I think both men will be a little better equipped to talk once they get Kaylee home and things quiet down a bit. Thanks so much for the comments, my friend. *Hugs* ~Kim
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