Reviewer: coleamber (Signed) · Date: April 14, 2019 08:42 PM · On: No One But You
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Author's Response: Thank you for reading. I always hated how they glossed over Brian's condition so fast, and didn't show more of Justin as a caring partner. I thought this was one way to express that. Thanks for commenting! ~Kim
Reviewer: Enohvee1875 (Signed) · Date: August 28, 2017 04:09 PM · On: No One But You
Kim, you hit this one right out of the park. The cancer arc is so intense and I have often wished the show would have spent more time covering it. Great job.
Author's Response: Wow, thank you, Kim! This was one of those that almost seemed to write itself for some reason. I wanted to show Justin being the supportive partner that I knew he could be. And I think they totally glossed over that cancer arc with Brian WAY too fast, so this was my way of partly rectifying that.
Thank you for taking the time to let me know you enjoyed this story. And as always, I'll be looking forward to any new stories you should choose to write. ~Kim
Reviewer: nickknack (Signed) · Date: March 08, 2016 04:21 AM · On: No One But You
Wow, this was pretty gut-wrenching. You captured the moment beautifully.
Author's Response: Yes, it was a very tense time for both boys. I wish they had shown more of their interaction after the chicken soup scene. I feel they hurried that storyline along way too fast, and would have loved if they had shown more of Justin taking care of his partner. But I thank you for reading my brief version of one possibility. Thank you, too, for the comments; I really appreciate that. And thanks for reading so many of my stories, and taking the time to comment; that is very kind of you. ~Kim
Reviewer: hikinggirl70 (Anonymous) · Date: October 15, 2014 06:56 AM · On: No One But You
Loved it! I could see Brian asking Justin to do this for him.
Author's Response: Thank you for reading, and for the comments! I'm happy that you enjoyed it. I wish we had seen more of the cancer arc on the show; his illness and subsequent 'recovery' seemed to be so fast! Thanks again for the support. *Hugs* ~Kim
Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: October 31, 2013 04:45 AM · On: No One But You
The wording is awesome. And it is something I could actually imagine happening.
Author's Response: Thank you so much for your comments! I'm not sure where the inspiration came from, but I agree with you; I think with Brian's focus on how he looks that this would be the ultimate way for him to show how much he trusts Justin. Thank you for reading; I know you have a choice of whose stories to read, so the fact that you have been reading mine is very humbling and makes me feel honored. *Hugs* ~Kim
Reviewer: MAXIE (Anonymous) · Date: December 13, 2012 09:02 AM · On: No One But You
I TRULY CARED ABOUT THIS STORY-SO POIGNANT AND SAD. I TEARED UP WHICH I DON'T USUALLY DO. GUESS I'M SORT OF A TOUGHIE. I AM GOING TO BE HERE WITH YOUR STORIES FOR A LONG TIME. YOU ARE TRULY A GREAT WRITER.
Author's Response: Hi, Maxie - what lovely comments! Thank you so much. Not sure where the inspiration came from for this one-shot, but I thought with Brian's preoccupation about his looks that Justin would be the only one he would entrust with this sobering task. And I thought during his cancer, this would show Justin just how much he trusted and loved him. I think they pretty much rushed through the cancer arc on the show, and this it what could have happened had they devoted more time to his condition.
Thank you for reading and for the feedback! It really lifts my spirits and encourages me to keep writing.:) You're very kind. *Hugs* ~Kim
Reviewer: sierra (Anonymous) · Date: July 28, 2012 05:45 AM · On: No One But You
This a sad but heart-warming story. Didn't think I was such a softie. This story brings forth the tears. Was very taken by it.
Author's Response: Thank you, Sierra! This one came to mind one night and I just had to write something about it. This one-shot is by far the shortest story I have ever written for the boys, too.:) I thought the act of shaving Brian's hair was both highly intimate as well as very indicative of the great love and trust both men felt for each other. Thank you very much for reading and taking the time to review; so happy to see you still reading my stories. Hope the leg heals soon - but not too soon - I'm really enjoying your comments! *Hugs* ~Kim
Reviewer: Sapphire (Signed) · Date: July 04, 2012 10:44 AM · On: No One But You
Oh my God, I loved this! I came looking for 'Roughing It' and had to check this one out first. I loved that it was so unapologetic and so real. What it would really have been like. I fell sometimes that Brian's cancer in canon was almost an excuse for something, rather than a life-altering, gut-wrenchingly frightening experience it would have been in reality. And God forbid, it should have made Brian any less beautiful. I love that you look that extra step and pushed that boundary to explore what might have happened. The love between Justin and Brian - the *tough* love and the ultimate trust — is so poignant at the end. I just loved this. Amazing writing. Thank you so much for sharing!
Author's Response: Hello, Sweetheart! So great to see you reading this one! Thank you for the fabulous feedback; I am honored that you liked it! This was a very short one compared to what I usually write - LOL! But it just came to me one night and I had to write it down. I can't think of anyone else that Brian would have entrusted with this task. Too often on the show I think a lot of these types of 'comfort-requiring' scenes (ex: his father's death and funeral) were left to Michael to handle, when I think it should have been Justin. So perhaps this was my way of rectifying that.:)
I'm so glad that you liked this one - I consider that high praise coming from such a gifted writer as yourself.:) Thank you again for reading and for the wonderful feedback.:) *Hugs* ~Kim
Reviewer: NONIE (Anonymous) · Date: May 28, 2012 05:49 AM · On: No One But You
OH OH OH!! This was such an attack to my senses. Beautifully written and so sad. You are very talented Kim, I envy your gift. Hugs to you too. Your banners are beautiful. Do you create them yourself?
Author's Response: Hi, Nonie! Yes, except for the very last few I was the one who created the banners (Some of the more recent ones, such as those for "Dancing in my Dreams," Just a Piece of Jewelry," "Fit to be Dyed," and "Happy Unbirthday to You" were done by a very talented reader of mine on Live Journal by the name of Tanya).
You are very kind with your comments and to leave feedback after you finish a story!:) I am very grateful to you for that. It seems like whenever I start to have some little nagging doubts creeping in that anyone is enjoying my work, someone like you comes along to help lift my spirits, so I thank you sincerely for doing that. It is extremely motivating to me and encourages me to keep writing.:) Some are my stories are quite long as you may have noticed and some are parts of a series. "Going, Going, Gone" and "The Wedding Present," for example, both have sequels, as does "Arms Open Wide" and "Bless the Beasts and the Children."
I hope you've been enjoying your leisure time outside; hopefully it's cooler there than where I live - it's been in the low 90's here today, which is unheard of for late May in the Midwest! Makes me wonder how hot it will get later on this summer! Thank you again for all your kinds words, Nonie; I hope you will continue to enjoy my other stories. *Hugs* ~Kim
Reviewer: Missn31 (Signed) · Date: February 14, 2012 05:15 AM · On: No One But You
This story caught my eye when I was looking for something short to read. It is short but amazingly emotional and beautifully written - thank you xxxx
Author's Response: Thank you for the comments, Kate! Yes, it's unusual for me to write a short story, isn't it? LOL! But this one came to me and I had to write it down. I could have definitely seen this happening in my mind's eye and I think it really pointed out their love and their trust for each other.:) Thanks again for reading and especially take the time to comment, my friend. *Hugs* ~Kimberly
Reviewer: buttercup32409 (Signed) · Date: February 10, 2012 12:54 PM · On: No One But You
You made me cry! This was hearbreakingly beautiful and demonstrates the love between them perfectly. I love cancer arc stories for that very reason and this one was GREAT!
Terrific job as usual!
Nita
Author's Response: Hi, Nita, my friend! Thank you for reading and commenting on this one. If I moved you to tears I am very honored. Thank you for all your support of my stories; that means a lot to me. Perhaps somewhere in the future I can explore this aspect of Brian and Justin's relationship again. Thanks again, my dear. *Hugs* ~Kimberly
Reviewer: COLLEEN (Anonymous) · Date: February 08, 2012 08:50 AM · On: No One But You
THIS WAS A WONDERFULLY, POIGNANT STORY. I LOVED IT SO MUCH.
Author's Response: Aww...thank you, Colleen; I'm so grateful for your wonderful comments.:) I see you started with my shortest story - ha! Don't let that one fool you - they only get longer from there - LOL! Seriously, thank you for the very kind words; I'm so honored. This idea just came to me one night and I thought it would be a good testimonial to how the boys felt about each other and how they entrusted each other with even the most difficult of tasks. Thank you again, my friend. I hope you will continue to enjoy my stories for a long time to come.:) *Hugs* ~Kimberly
Reviewer: Lin-Anne (Anonymous) · Date: January 21, 2012 10:15 PM · On: No One But You
I can see why my friend wanted me to read this. I had a similar situation with my meme. She was going through chemo and wanted me to cut her hair off so she could get a wig with a bandana wrapped around it. She was so funny and petite. She was a fiesty french lady with a mouth like a stevedore but I loved her so much. She was my heart. This was a touchin story and I shed a lot of tears at the end-brought back so many memories sad but mostly happy ones. I guess I needed that as she died in January three years ago. I feel it was cathartic in a way as I still feel her with me. ten plus for this one. I am traveling on to Stirring up Trouble. Need a little lift.
Author's Response: Hi, Lin-Anne! Yes, this story seemed to have touched quite a few people in the same way. I don't think I realized just how many others had had to go through a similar situation until I posted this. I'm so sorry to hear about your friend. I believe you never forget people who have touched your hearts throughout your life; I still think of a co-worker of mine who died from breast cancer several years ago. We can only hope that all of them are in a better place now.:)
Thank you for reading that somewhat difficult one-shot.:) And I hope you enjoy "Stirring Up Trouble." I think it will make you smile.:) *Hugs* ~Kimberly
Reviewer: Brianna (Anonymous) · Date: January 08, 2012 12:41 PM · On: No One But You
What an emotional story this is. I was wrung out by the time I finished. You are a very talented writer. Do you write books or just stories here on this site? I wish I had your way with the written word. Wonderful way to start my journey into your realm. Bree by the way I loved someone we both love on housewives also.
Author's Response: I wonder who that person could be from that show? Ha! Thank you for all the compliments, Bree - you're very kind.:) I always thought I would love to have a book published; maybe one day.:) For now, though, I just write stories on here and on two others sites (FF.net and LJ). I do get a big kick of out receiving feedback, though; that is very motivating to me and keeps me going, so your taking the time to do that is very much appreciated.:)
This idea just came to me one night, because I couldn't think of a greater way for Brian to show his trust and love for Justin than to give him control over taking away something that symbolized what everyone conceived as being very important to him - his looks. I don't think on the show they really focused enough on the effects of cancer - it all kind of got glossed over for the most part, except for a brief glimpse when Brian was getting sick at Kinnetik. Oh, if we had only twice as many shows to watch! My DVDs are almost worn out by now - ha!
Anyway, I hope you will continue to enjoy my stories for a long time to come, Bree; I'm off now to update "Parent Trap." I've got two stubborn men I need to reunite with their daughters! Thanks again and take care. *Hugs*
Kimberly
Reviewer: jo-ellen (Anonymous) · Date: December 03, 2011 11:53 AM · On: No One But You
I am a new reader to this site. This story resonates so much with me you don't even know. I had to do the same thing for my brother as his chemo caused his hair to fall out in clumps. I had put all my sadness behind me. This story brought it all back. It's a good thing as I remember all the good times we had as well as the sadness. I digress-I have just transferred to my new hospital from one that was dragging me down. I am very happy in my new position and with my new co-workers. I had in passing mentioned seeing Tommy in Mass after we were mentioning what we had done this past summer. Sooooo. you were mentioned and that your site had pictures of Randy in Tommy. Well enough said I checked you out. This amazes me. The world is so small, to think your write stories that overwhelm me and that you saw Tommy. This story is wonderful-I plan to read more as you have quite a catalog of work here. I am to read TLC next as it is about children and the hospital. I work with children so I was told I would I would this one. I must say you have very dedicated readers who praise you up to the sky. Just wanted to let you know how I came to be here. I still think it is wondefully ironic.
Author's Response: Hi, Jo-Ellen! First of all, welcome to the site! There are a lot of wonderful authors on here that I know you will enjoy. Secondly, thank you so much for the very kind words! That means so much to me, as do your new friends at the hospital. They are all very special people there and have been so supportive of my stories; they will never know how much I appreciate that.
Secondly, I'm sorry to hear about your brother, but I am thankful that I was able to bring back some good memories for you with the story. I'm not sure why the idea came to be, but it did one night and I thought it would show how much the two men loved and trusted each other. With Brian's focus on his looks (although I think he changed/matured during the show), I couldn't think of anything else that would make a more profound statement as to how they felt about each other than this act.
Amazing - so you went to see Randy in "Tommy," too? It really is a small world! The only thing I really regret about going is that I found out after the fact that lindc and I were there the same night (actually I went 3 times!). I would have LOVED to have met her. Maybe he'll come back next summer and we will have the chance to meet. I'd love to meet all of you from the hospital who follow my stories. He has the most beautiful singing voice, doesn't he? His videos when he's singing at Joe's Pub really don't do him justice until you hear him singing in a theater.
I really like to think that most events are not coincidences, and this one certainly makes me feel that way. As you said, to think you experienced having to do the same thing in this story AND went to see "Tommy" just like me AND just happened to mention it to the one group who would be reading my stories? That is really astounding when you think about it!!
I think "TLC" was the first story your friends read of mine; I know it was certainly a favorite of theirs. I hope you will enjoy it, too. Thanks again for taking the time to leave me your thoughts, Jo-Ellen. It means a lot that you did that, and it is comments like yours that keep me motivated to continue writing about these two characters that I adore. I hope to hear from you again, and please - say hello to all your friends for me and thank them warmly for all their love and support. I am so grateful for that!:) ~Kimberly
Reviewer: Sasha (Signed) · Date: October 18, 2011 12:27 AM · On: No One But You
I loved the story and your writing! Thank you!
Author's Response: Thanks, Aleksandra! That makes me very happy that you're enjoying my stories.:) I think Justin would have been the only one that Brian would have trusted with this task. The idea came to me one night and I felt a need to express it. Thanks for leaving your feedback - that means a LOT to me!:)
Reviewer: yvonnereid (Signed) · Date: October 07, 2011 02:07 AM · On: No One But You
I cry when I read this again,very sad :(
Author's Response: Hi, Vonnie! Hopefully that's a good thing in a weird sort of way - LOL! I THINK it means you liked it - ha! I'm glad this wasn't actually shown on the show or I would have cried, too, but the idea just came to me and I couldn't resist going with it. BTW - haven't forgotten to mail out your literature (playbills) - this week has been crazy - father celebrating his 80th birthday Saturday and I've been going nuts! I promise to get it out to you, though. Thanks for leaving your comment and letting me know you read this, my friend.:)
Reviewer: SEAN (Anonymous) · Date: September 29, 2011 07:56 PM · On: No One But You
This is exceptional in all ways, content, good writing, and so emotional. It really speaks of the writers ability to have her readers really FEEL this story. Lady you are remarkable in your pen to paper or computer as the case may be. Doesn't matter if it be a short story or a long one-you really know how to get your thoughts across to your readers. I am just thoroughly enjoying your stories. Couldn't help myself, sorry if i sound too emoty. by 4 now.
Author's Response: Hi, Sean - for goodness' sake, don't apologize - I'm eating it up - LOL! Really, you are very kind.:) It makes me so happy to know that others are enjoying what I am writing - thank you for reading and especially leaving me your thoughts - that means so much to me as a writer to know that I have touched you in some way.:)
As far as the story goes, I think Brian would be especially hard hit by having to lose a part of his carefully-constructed image, although I really feel he matured a lot throughout the series through Justin's influence. Thank you again for the comments - I hope to see more from you again - it's such a salve to my writing soul.:)~Kimberly
Reviewer: Tangie (Anonymous) · Date: September 27, 2011 09:22 AM · On: No One But You
Wonderfully written. Such a hard thing to go through, but so wonderful that they are together and so connected in the moment. It was breathtaking.
Thanks for writing it!
Author's Response: Aww..thanks so much, Tangie, for reading and for the comments! That means a lot to me. I think Justin would probably be the only one that Brian would entrust with this unpleasant chore. Thanks for letting me know you liked this one.:)~Kimberly
Reviewer: JustBeAQueen (Signed) · Date: September 27, 2011 01:28 AM · On: No One But You
Hey... I know I reviewed this on FF, but I saw it here and I had to say I love the banner... and of course I love the story, just thought I'd say that again. We authors can never hear how much people love our stories enough, can they? The more reviews the better... well, the positive ones, but we won't mention the others. :) Beautiful and very touching... keep up the phenomenal work, my friend. <3 Laura :)
Author's Response: Aww...thanks, Laura! I actually made the banner through Word 2010 - there are so many wonderful improvements on there with graphics - it's great!:) Thanks for the kind words, too, I am very appreciative, my friend.:)
Reviewer: Moonshadow Woman (Signed) · Date: September 26, 2011 08:32 AM · On: No One But You
well written
Author's Response: Thank you so much, Elsa Rose! You know how much those little symbols mean to me! I'm so delighted that you liked it.:) Thanks for reading - I'm very honored.:)
Reviewer: patheticgal (Anonymous) · Date: September 26, 2011 05:41 AM · On: No One But You
sad but lovely written!!!!!!!
thanks..........
Author's Response: Thank you so much! I appreciate your comments. I'm glad you liked it. I think it points out how deeply Brian loves Justin and how only his partner is up to this extremely personal - and symbolic - task. Thanks for reading!:)
Reviewer: ColorLet23 (Signed) · Date: September 26, 2011 05:30 AM · On: No One But You
WOW. I am speechless... THAT was beautifully moving. :o) Thanks you!
Author's Response: Thank you, Yvee! I'm so delighted that you liked it!:) That makes me very happy. Thank you for reading and especially leaving me your thoughts - that means a lot to me.:) And thank you for the 'favorite author' designation, too, if I haven't told you before. I'm very honored by that.:)~Kimberly
Reviewer: nosleep (Anonymous) · Date: September 26, 2011 04:10 AM · On: No One But You
You're captured a great deal of emotion in less words than your norm.
Beautiful!
Author's Response: Thank you for reading and for the comments! I know - with the amount I normally write, this one is a LOT less than the standard for me - LOL! Thanks for leaving me your thoughts - I really appreciate that.:)
Reviewer: lindc (Anonymous) · Date: September 25, 2011 10:12 PM · On: No One But You
came home from a particularly awful night--we lost a patient on the table.. we are suppose to be really tough--but you know me-just a hard exterior but mush inside. bb has to talk to the family--really hard for him but he is a rock when he needs to be. this story had me in tears throughout the whole thing. so sweet and we know how brian is inside==just a big softy. i felt so much compassion for justin. this was a good one. lol
Author's Response: Wow, lindc, I am SO sorry to hear that! And I suppose this story wasn't necessarily a great mood lifter, then, was it? I've got to get back to some lighter stories! I don't know how people in your occupations do it. But honestly I would worry more if you WEREN'T affected by things like that. Thank you for reading this difficult tale after what you and Brian went through; it is greatly appreciated.
On a different note, I found out that you can do a lot now with graphics on Word 2010 that you couldn't do before, like extracting backgrounds, so I'm really going to enjoy making banners with it! It's amazing! I've got another story idea on the back burner, but I'm going to at least wait until I get "Shower Scenes" done before I start another one. I want to be able to update the other three faster. Speaking of which, if you talk to Lee, tell him I promise to have "My Heart's Desire's" latest chapter up soon - should be today. I have it written - I'm just waiting for a friend to look it over first. Hope today goes better for you and Brian, my friend. Take care.:)
Reviewer: bksbracelet (Signed) · Date: September 25, 2011 06:49 PM · On: No One But You
Wow how wonderful was that I can so see Brian and Justin doing this awful task together and it playing out like this. Well done again thank you so much hugs Chris
Author's Response: Thanks so much, Chris, for reading that somewhat painful tale. I agree - I think doing this together would definitely highlight Brian's love and trust for his partner in light of how seriously he takes his appearance, although I don't think he was nearly as shallow as everyone thought he was. It was just like the illusion he always projected that he didn't care about others' plights when he took care of his friends all the time. It always bothered me, too, that Michael seemed to be the one taking care of Brian instead of Justin, so perhaps this was my small way of trying to rectify that. Thanks again for reading and commenting, my friend, that means a lot to me.:)
Reviewer: Marny (Signed) · Date: September 25, 2011 01:55 PM · On: No One But You
Sitting here with tears in my eyes. This is close to home. My father did this to (hmm or is it with) my stepmother two years ago. And maybe in a few weeks again.
Beautiful written as always.
* hugs *
Author's Response: Hi, Marny - Sorry to make you cry, my friend! I appreciate you reading what must have been painful for you. BTW - I changed the Ep number to the correct one. It's amazing what you think about at 3:30 in the morning! Had to go online and get this corrected. I will keep your father in my thoughts and prayers, dear friend. I'm sending a *big* hug back to you.
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