Comment from Sasha

Excellent

What a lovely chapter filled with love, generosity, and together as a family. Just the kind of day I dream about. Great writing and terrific story. I look forward to reading the next chapter.

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reply by the author on 13-Oct-2009

Sash

That's the way I have to end it because of the limit of 10,000 words/ I wanted to write so much more. Oh well, a sequel will have to follow. Thanks for the review. Carol

reply by Sasha on 13-Oct-2009

Yes, a sequel sounds great. It is fine to end it there but I so thoroughly enjoyed the story and the characters I can see you taking it into all sorts of different directions.

reply by the author on 13-Oct-2009

Thank you so much! Smiles to you, Carol

Comment from melyuki

Excellent

Well my sweet friend Carol, I am sitting here with tears running down my cheeks and sniffling , little sniffles of joy. What a brilliant chapter this one is. It has certainly touched the reader's heart in more ways than one. Bringing back memories of my own past too. YOu have written this with so much passion , it just oozes out and brings the story to life. The excitement, the surprise, the joy and the pure happiness of all in this chapter is delightful and makes for a great reading. So much enjoyed by this reader. If this is where the story ends, I would feel happy and content, but I feel there might be more.!!!
lots of hugs through the tears, from Mel xx

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reply by the author on 13-Oct-2009

Mel

No, I should put on the bottom that this is the end. I have already went over my word count by 420 words. I have no idea where I can cut those out. I have tried all day. Besides I have to put Sherrie and Shaker together somehow.

I am so glad that you enjoyed this. I was afraid I was coming off corny, but that's how I remember my children's Christmas. Thank You for all the encouragement. Hugs and smiles, Carol

reply by melyuki on 14-Oct-2009

Hey, nothing corny about this ending, just a pure tear jerker and I love it. xxxxx and hugs from mel and good luck trying to condense it. That's not a task I'd relish. It's all important infor......

Comment from debbera

Excellent

Oh how special. I love Christmas. I loved your Characters very good story line. I felt the moment and the emotion in the story. Excellent, Enjoyed it very much. You write with emotion and we need that.

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reply by the author on 13-Oct-2009

DEb

Thank you so much. I was afraid this might come off corny so I appreciate the review. Your comments boosted my confidence. Thanks again. Carol

Comment from BethShelby

Excellent

Ah what a sweet romantic way to end this story. At least, it seems like the end because I think everything is resolved or am I wrong. Anyway, Max seems like a good guy and I think he has melted the ice queens heart.

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reply by the author on 13-Oct-2009

Beth

Yes it is the end. I suppose I should say that in the author notes or something, huh? Thanks for reading the story and for enjoying. I appreciate it very much. Carol

Comment from L.lora

Excellent

OK, just call me a
silly old sentimental
softy, it's just hard
to type when your eyes
are full of salted water.
Excellent, I like it, this
is the way life should be.
Strong write...the hero is
a hero... no nits...Lora

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reply by the author on 13-Oct-2009

Lora

Thank you so much for reading along and finally getting to the end. I am so pleased you enjoyed it. I was afraid it might come across as corny. Thanks again. Smiles, Carol

reply by L.lora on 13-Oct-2009

I like it, it's about time we all got back to the basics... it made me feel great... :)L

Comment from Heidixoxo

Excellent

WOW.....this is a beautiful story. I think this is so special for the holidays and your wording was great! The art work is spectacular as well. Makes me feel like getting the holidays started (lol) Job nicely done. xoxo

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reply by the author on 13-Oct-2009

Heidi

I was terribly worried about the ending. It doesn't sound too corny does it? I was hoping it came across okay. Carol

reply by Heidixoxo on 13-Oct-2009

Not at all....Being that I am 100% honest, this is VERY good. I liked it a lot and I hope you don't change anything about this. xoxo

reply by the author on 13-Oct-2009

Smiles to you and a very special thank you!!!

Comment from BPL76

Excellent

This is a vivid piece
The descriptions are perfect
It flows well

The dialog is easy to read
Good Job
BPL....................................................................

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reply by the author on 13-Oct-2009

BPL

Thanks for the review. Appreciate your input. Carol

Comment from RebelRose

Excellent

Another good chapter. I had to go back and read a couple of other chapters as I think I missed something in between. Sometimes I don't them in order. This is a really good one.

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reply by the author on 13-Oct-2009

RebelRose

Thank so much for your kind review. I hope you enjoyed the story. Carol

Comment from c_lucas

Excellent

If I remember right, Max is a cop. He's just spent a bundle. Did you give him an extra legal income? This is well written with good imagery and descriptive scheme.

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 Comment Written 13-Oct-2009

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reply by the author on 13-Oct-2009

Charlie

Must have had some stashed somewhere...Thanks for the review. Carol

reply by c_lucas on 13-Oct-2009

Say no more.