Creation Myth

[Tiggrscorpio]

Good Evening TuesBlu!

Now, Tues (may I call you Tues for short?), I do believe I said "pretty please" in asking very nicely for Buffy & Xander to take a hike far away from our lovely Willow.

I was holding my breath the whole time Willow was making her phone call and if that wasn't stressful enough, you simply had to have Willow run smack dab in to Tara. Beautifully angtsy! I have no finger nails left (okay, I didn't have any before, but you get the picture of how nervous I was).

I'm delighted that Tara got over her initial anger and could understand Willow's predicament. I totally adore that their bodies are beginning to commit to their mutual attraction, with Tara almost instinctively kissing Willow on the nose and Willow's hands hovering around Tara's waist. Just delightful. I can't wait until their questioning minds give in to what they both want.

As always, this was a wonderful update. Thanks for sharing!

[simplyblue]

Hi Tues, Blue here. (I couldn't resist.) And yes, you can call me Blue, if you like -- it's been my name for quite some time (or one of them, anyway). But "blue" was already taken when I registered. Hence "SimplyBlue." It made sense to me, anyway.

I enjoyed reading the B-X-W interaction in this update. I love all the Scoobies, but this update really gets at the emotional tone deafness of their relationship in Season 4. Interesting that neither Buffy nor Xander seem to think that Willow is mooning over Oz at this point (so to speak). But hey, at least your Buffy and Xander actually tried to repair their fragmented relaionships with Willow.

Also interesting that Willow can't just say "Hey, I already have plans with Tara, but how 'bout we do something this weekend, just the three of us?" Her emotional confusion about Tara and the pregnancy seems to really be knocking her off her stride. I'm saddened that she's still fixated on the "Willow screwed up" part of the equation --even though it makes perfect sense given the way you've written her . Still, I want her to get past it, not just because her self-perception as a screw-up is so hurtful, but because she needs to move past it to be the parent and partner she clearly wants to be.

Ironically then, I'm a little bummed that Tara got past her distress at running into the party-patrol so quickly. I completely understand why her own emotional insecurities would well up. What I don't get as clearly is how it is she could push all that away in an evening. How did she get from point A to point B? Enquiring minds want to know...

Random question: does Tara think she's a demon in your re-telling of season 4? Just wonderin'

And let me echo Tiggrscorpio in saying that I love how their bodies are signalling their mutual attraction. I can't wait to see how Willow processes her physical actions.

--Blue

[binky]

Hey, sorry I’m late. General stuff first, then your latest update.

In case you’re still having any anxious moments about this: You’re. Doing. A. Nice. Job.

Honestly, as I see it, you gave yourself a tall order taking on a story like this. After a night of carelessness, accidentally impregnate your friend-friend who had a teeny bit of a crush on you. Starting off being way too immature but being forced to grow up and be an adult (usually, being a man, but just being an adult in this case), then developing the headiest of heady feelings for the mother of your child. Aside from the twist that Willow’s female, that’s normally the stuff melodramas or romantic comedies are made of. Kevin Bacon and Hugh Grant stuff, which normally I find tolerable for exactly 90 minutes, but goes on for the full two hours. But that’s just me. The fact that I’m still here and squeal like a five-year old given the mega-sized Hershey bar (with almonds, please) really meant for 4-adult sized people by a well-meaning but clueless childless uncle when I see you’ve updated properly is a clear indication to me that, again, you’re doing a good job so far.

NB - the notes—sneaky. Pretty clever way to recap their progress without having to write a full chapter. Placate some of the more demanding readers. But they don’t take the place of a real update.

Plus, you’ve almost started like, 6 brawls on the board already, between readers wanting to strangle Willow for being a poopyhead, scold Tara for being unforgiving, tie Buffy and Xander down so they don’t mess up Willow’s progress with Tara, and call the AMA on the doctor for assuming too much about their relationship—all sure signs that you’re story has some good, healthy tension, and hasn’t fallen into cliché. Pat yourself on the back, TB. But get to work on the next update.

Last note on the Big Picture and segue into this latest update: I hope you continue to be thorough about depicting the details of how they cope with the teenage parenting. This being Willow and Tara, no doubt they will learn (in Willow’s case, by research, in Tara’s, by her pamphlets, her body and her instincts) how to be good parents. To be honest, that’s the most uninteresting part of your tale to me since I don’t have an immediate interest in that scenario not being a practitioner of the Dark Arts nor having any witch friends who would accidentally impregnate me, alas, but it seems as if that’s going to be the skeleton on which you’ll hang the plotline I am mostly interested in, how each woman realizes/copes with their sexual interest in each other. I figure that’s really going to be tricky, just because of the baby plotline. How much of Willow’s romantic feelings is really due to the enormity that this woman is carrying her biological child? It’s kind of ironic because in the case of a hetero couple in the romantic comedies like the Kevin Bacon and Hugh Grant movies (I’m thinking off the top of my admittedly confused head here), the father’s paternal feelings are part possession and bloodlines and honor and other traditional hokey stuff--leading to the typical predictable melodrama. But you’ve got a unique opportunity here, since it’s Willow, and right now the testosterone looks cute on her. Anyhow, I doubt any of that made any sense but I think I’m most curious about is how you’re going to handle the romantic element of their relationship when it is, by necessity, all about the baby right now. Please take your time with that, too. I think you’ve hinted in this chapter as to how you might possibly be heading there. I’m not sure I’d be satisfied with a magical solution to their connection, but maybe I’m jumping to the wrong conclusion and I did say I hope you take your time with it. It’s your story, you’re doing a great job so far. I’ll reserve judgment. Good luck.

As for the last installment, nice job with Buffy and Xander, as you’ve done thusfar for all the Scoobies, you hit their voices perfectly.

binky

[sinkinghearts]

yahooo!!! great update

it's good that they're doing better and talking now - now let's go on with the smoochies

[AlysonGoddess]

wahooo! I loved it!! youre not gunna keep us waiting as long as you did on the last update are u cuz i love this story its the best one on the board and i like updates!! Soo oooo i loved the ending .. well i loved the whole update but the ending was the best.. those darn cliffhangers.. but they make you come back for more and i want more!! so please update soon and not leave me hanging! haha! ..I really am patient ..really Wonderful update and please update soon!
Erin

[will]

Hey great update I love it.

I love the fact that Tara almost kiss willow nose and that willow hands where hovering
around Tara's waist without them really thinking about it.

Please update soon.

[caz]

I cannot believe Buffy and Xander - both of them are a pain in the arse! Why can't they go back to the way they were and leave Willow alone.

Thank God Tara was so understanding, giving Willow the chance to explain. I think this line from Tara said it all.

It was time for both of them to grow up. Time for both of them to act like adults, not only about the situation at hand, but with each other.

Also, pleased to see Tara checking with Willow about the new appointment. I love that Willow and Tara have become more connected because of the pregnancy. What's the connection gonna be like when they become intimate!!!

Looking forward to your nexy update TuesBlu.

Caz

[Grayson]

I so identify with Willow in this update. I understand the panic of feeling like you can't be honest about something and making excuses that just get you deeper into the mess you could have avoided by being honest from the beginning. But conflict and uncomfortable conversations are hard for some people, and in trying to appease one person in a situation they end up hurting everyone involved.

I found it rather telling that Willow is so skittish around Tara and so concerned about making her mad. It's a very unhealthy, unbalanced way to have any relationship, and I'm glad Tara recognized it and is trying to change the way they communicate.

Even better is the progress they're making in understanding their feelings for each other and the trust they're developing in the other's feelings. Tara is finally not interpreting every little thing as Willow being uncommitted, and Willow is thinking about the long-term situation of having to tell people about the pregnancy and how Tara feels about that.

I liked the little touches between them and the positive direction their relationship is moving in. Great update!

[WillowRulez]

Gosh, I am glad that Tara didnt blame Willow... she could have been more exact but I am so pissed at Xander & Buffy. Not only are they oblivious but they totally ignore Willow's wishes. Just because they think a party might help, doesnt mean it will. Why not have a video night? Or talk??? Thats what they have been neglecting. I hope Willow & Tara will tell them soon... and I wish Willow had put her hands ON Tara's waist

[db]

I want them to tell the scooby gang!

...Then Xander can build a cradle and Anya can make some inappropriate-yet-astute remark about Willow and Tara and Buffy can start patrolling around Tara's room.

Also - is Joyce still around here? I bet she could really help the girls out with their parenting dilemas.

Keep up the good work. I heart this story.

db

[FineyMcFine]

Hey TuesBlu - I was anticipating that the whole Willow being a poor communicator thing was going to blow up in her face when Tara ran into them, but I was pleasantly surprised to be wrong. I've had that same reaction before as Tara - angry at first about something, but then calming down and not having an overreaction that I would regret later. That didn't start to happen very often till I got into my 30's, though, so it's good to see Tara dealing maturely when she's presumably 19. I guess contemplating bringing another person into the world for whom you will be wholly responsible can do that to a person.

Willow, on the other end of the situation, still seems to be learning about communication. She has the right instincts (tell Tara what's going on, etc.) but couldn't seem to pull the trigger here in either telling Tara up front what was happening or in telling Buffy and Xander to back off. That's understandable.

And yet, progress! Yay! And yay on Tara for breaking the ice too about their needing to be honest. Now the misunderstandings will hopefully be behind them and they can...talk. You know, about the future and stuff. Great update!

[dorksrcool]

I can't ever think of good fb for this fic, I just know I love it! I'm hooked, can't wait for more, thanks for the update. I think that about sums it up. There's just something super-duper hot about W/T having a baby together.

[rezeaka]

A fatabulous update, as always TuesBlu!!

As for Buffy and Xander: I for one, would not have been as patient as Willow if I had been in her position! Then again...she didn't have much of a choice without spilling the beans about her impending "daddy-hood"...so...good choice on her part.

I'm thinking it will be very interesting to see how Tara handles herself around Willow -- between her pre-pregnancy feelings for her, and now add in some raging pregnancy hormones...the poor girl doesn't stand a chance!! (at least that's what I'm hoping!)

Let's just hope that Willow gets a grip (clue?) on her own feelings before then!

Can't wait for your next installment! (understatement of the century!)

-annie

p.s. thanks re; the "kid" pic...and crazy auntie too!

[justin]

That was a great update.

I was worried what Buffy and Xander were up to and it seems I was right to be. I mean I can understand them missing Willow and wanting to know what's going on, but I don't think dragging her to a party is the way to go. A better plan might be one that actually involved talking to her.

At least Tara wasn't too upset over it. (At least once she had had time to think about it) even with Willow being less than completely honest. Not that I can blame Willow too much, since I know the feeling of wanting to be honest with someone but being too nervous to be.

Hopefully they'll now tell Buffy and Xander to prevent any similar mishaps.

Looking forward to the next part

[JustSkipIt]

Well on one hand, it seems like Willow could be a bit more authoritative with her friends if she doesn't really want to go (don't they have all those classes in high school about "just say no" and all that stuff?". But on the other hand (and this is definitely the good hand), I'm really thriilled to see both of them (W/T) seeming to lighten up a bit. Rather than staying torked, they seem to both be trying to see things from the other other's perspective and work together. If they are going to parent together (let alone have a relationship), they will have to start to make joint choices and have empathy for each other. Great update.

[willowbaby05]

Wow, wow, and might I add wow. Nice update.
I wish Willow could tell the scobbie gang. So they can stop being on the outside looking in. But steady still, awesome update, and I'll most definally be waiting for the next one.

[Kaia]

TuesBlu:

I remember when you first started posting this story I made a mental note to read it but never got around to actually making time for it. So last sunday, my wife was at work and I had a whole 24 hours to myself and I started catching up with all the stories I'd been meaning to read and the couple of hours I spent with Creation Myth were probably the ones I most enjoyed.
I don't need to tell you how wonderful and original your story is. Umm...scratch that. I do need to tell you 'cause you're the author and you deserve to hear (well, read) these things. And though I really regret now not reading this when I should have and leaving proper feedback when I was supposed to, I will tell you that I am hooked, and that you can count on me reading everything you write from now on (and of course that includes the semi-coherent fb I tend to leave these days).
Felicitaciones on a great first story. I hope you can update soon.

Thanks!

Karinna

[sacinema]

There was a time I decided not to begin reading stories in progress. But I broke that rule a few weeks ago anyway. So I started reading your's yesterday. And it was worth a while. Good written. Really interesting new plot. There are a few stories by now with Tara and Willow becoming or being parents (and I love that part). One or the other way. Becoming parents together in the beginning of their friendship. That's a new one. But I like it. Very much. Sure in real live that is never going to happen for two girls. You make forgetting this fact. They are just two teenage people becoming parents and dealing with the difficulties. With Willow having the Daddy-part. I've never been a teenage mom nor a mom either. They way you describe what's going on in both their minds gives me an understanding. Well done.

There was no time for me to read through all the feedback. I did it just temporarily. But most people seem to blame Willow for her behaviour. I'm more patient with her. Come on, she is barely 19. And in a lot of ways more childlike than her friends. The same character pattern makes her so adorable. I don't say she is right. Yes, she freaked about this whole baby thing. To be honest: Who wouldn't? She could have never expected for something like that to happen. They both screwed up with the spell. I like to give her more credit for misbehaving, for being a coward and a bit unsensitive sometimes. But after she got it, she did all the research and learned a lot about pregnancies. She will learn to be a good parent to. She just needs more confidence in her abilities. Tara on the other side is at the same age maybe slightly older. But she is more mature when it comes to taking over responsibility. And let's not forget: She is the one pregnant. Her connection to the child is different from Willow's. Her don't-need-things-from-Willow-unless-she-offers-them-attitude leaves me a bit annoyed with her once in a while. She isn't completely honest with herself and with Willow. She should tell what she needs from Willow. And she should be honest about her feelings. I think they are even on the trustworthy territory. At least they will talk and I hope they'll be honest with one another.

Waiting for the next update and thanks for sharing this fine peace of writing.

[Spot]

wow.

I've been away from the board for a while and this is the first fic I've read since I got back. Definitely a good one to get me back into fanfic obsession.

update soon (please)

[Tara.myAlways]

OMGoddess! I love your fic! It's a telling intamate story that you capture elequently.

[sinkinghearts]

no updates yet? i'll just sit here and wait till the next one is posted coz hey, i really can't wait... i think i better start picketing here...

*raises her "I WANT MY WILLOW/TARA GOODNESS"*

[Thianne]

you know, i really don't have a freakin' idea as to why i didn't leave feedback the first time a read the update. anyway, i love the fact the willow wants to be there for the baby and for tara, and the fact that tara checked to know if willow was free for the appointment. and....i'm really hating buffy and xander right now, so if you could, i don't know, write somewhere about a sleep spell....or maybe a case of mistaken identity because of which they're thrown in jail.....

[rezeaka]

:: pulls up a chair next to Shane ::

I've decided to come join you in the picket line for an update to Tues' brilliant tale...

Seriously though -- hope all is well on your end Tues! Just checking in to see if there's any chance the forecast calls for updatey-goodness?

-annie

p.s. Sorry to all that got excited by seeing this gem back at the top of the threads...!!

[wilgen]

Also joining the waiting line. How are you doing after your bike accident?

wilgen.

[dorksrcool]

Okay, I'll jump in on this one as well.

Howdy Tues! Of course us kittens know that you're probably recuperating after your accident (hope all is well), but maybe we could provide a little inspiration for an update?

If not, I'll just keep re-reading the whole darn thing until you get the chance. Take care of yourself. We'll be here (obviously) when you're ready.


amy

[Tues]

Hello Fair Readers!



Whoa. Picketers? Who knew?

Ok, this time I’m a bit more behind… well, because of my behind, as in derriere! Did anyone get the license plate of the car that hit me? Yea, I got in a car-bicycle accident and I was on the bicycle. I’m still waiting for the official police report and I have a bad feeling the driver wasn’t insured. Lawyer kittens? Now what? More details and smashed helmet pictures go here.

Basically, my bruised bottom (and other injured body parts), work (busy), and RL (in general) have kept me away. Trust me, I missed being here. OK – replies!

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Oh, Dearest DarkWiccan–

Dahling, have you missed me? And, you “squeeeeeee” do thee?

Well, I’m late to my own ‘marvelous party from hell’ (loved the Coward lyrics). Speaking of which…

Them kids with the partying. Yep, Lowell House. It just wouldn’t be the Hellmouth without a haunted party? While I am not strictly following the canon series I am using parts of it as background.

...the force and the obstinance.

I believe, sometimes it’s easier to do “something” or rather “anything”, you know, surface stuff… than delve into the more difficult real feeling and talking thing. A bit of chummy bravado to replace that what is really needed. Especially, the S4 Scoobies who are at such odds with each other.

So the topic is parties? Let me say this:

Have you heard that Mimsie Starr
Just got pinched in the Astor Bar?
Well, did you evah?
What a swell party this is!

You make it a swell time, dah-ling. Now, my charming Noel, let me get my bruised “Astor Bar” a bustling… a chapter soon cometh.

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Dianneswillowtree –

yes this is getting so good more please when are thay going to know thay are falling in love and become girlfriends

It wasn’t “so good” before? Oh, they'll be falling.... Hey, I can't tell you that! I jest, but not your readership. Thank you.

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Good Day Tiggrscorpio

You said “pretty please” to me, but Buffy & Xander didn’t listen when I asked them.

I’m glad you’re breathing and made it to the end of the chapter, but fingernail-less doesn’t sound so good.

Beautifully angtsy

I was thinking this chapter was “no, ugh, don’t, oh my god, eek”....

Just delightful.

Before it finally became, “whew and oooohhh so close”.

You’re descriptions are much better, so thank you.

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simplyblue –

Hello Blue. Tues is fine, as you can see, I decided to make it easier & friendly for everyone!

the B-X-W interaction in this update…. the emotional tone deafness of their relationship in Season 4.

Nicely put, amongst my silliness with DW, please see my comments above.

Willow…I want her to get past it, not just because her self-perception as a screw-up is so hurtful, but because she needs to move past it to be the parent and partner she clearly wants to be.

Yes, Willow in my story is still very “screwed up”. I am emphasizing her perfectionist tendencies, the over-achier that hates to fail, and the problem solver that wants to fix things. Throw in the emotional stuff (including her growing feelings for Tara) and she a royal mess. We can be hardest on ourselves.

I'm a little bummed that Tara got past her distress at running into the party-patrol so quickly. I completely understand why her own emotional insecurities would well up. What I don't get as clearly is how it is she could push all that away in an evening. How did she get from point A to point B? Enquiring minds want to know....

Enquiring minds always welcome!

from story: On her way back, Tara pondered several things that she had stewed over through most of the night. Initially, she was put off by last night’s run-in with Willow. Angry, upset, embarrassed. But then, in retrospect, she could see that Willow was in a difficult position.

Tara is, in general, more sympathetic than the other Scoobies, able to see beyond just herself. She always possessed a more developed sense of empathy.

from story: The redhead had other friends and other obligations - her life as a demon fighter, or demon fighter’s helper. She couldn’t expect Willow to turn her back on her friends, to give up her life, and her other responsibilities.

I think Tara is much more selfless as well.

from story: It was time for both of them to grow up. Time for both of them to act like adults, not only about the situation at hand, but with each other.

I also believe Tara has always been more mature than the rest of the Scoobies, adding the new mother status would only compound that. Hopefully that explains Tara's ability to arrive where she is now.

Random question to be answered… later in story.

Thank you for the ‘echo’, you have a nice voice.

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binky!

Hey no ‘sorry’, seriously. I’m just glad you’re here. I appreciate the feedback, but never as a requirement from anyone.

anxious moments

I am still, I think it keeps me honest and on my toes, but thank you for the very sincere ‘good marks’.

Honestly, as I see it, you gave yourself a tall order taking on a story like this.

I tend to dive into things… but input and my wonderful beta help to keep me on track. I knew I was taking on an overly re-hashed theme in the Hollywood-sense, but I’m hoping my post-post modern twist will keep things moving and no one gets bogged down. Wow you can tolerate those contrived melodramas & romantic comedies for 90 minutes? I quit after 9 minutes!

You squeal like DW too when this gets updated? Awww. Probably compounded by the sugar high from the ginormous sized Hershey’s Bar with Almonds!

Oh, and the ‘notes’ are not meant to replace chapters, they are, however a part of the story.

“Brawls” and “tension” I’m not quite sure I’d call them healthy, but as long as that keeps me away from the ‘cliché’ then I’m doing ‘good’.

Pat yourself on the back, TB. But get to work on the next update.

The update had been worked on. Unfortunately, between the general busy-factor of RL, said ‘back’ was bruised in aforementioned accident and put me ‘off’.

(I’m thinking off the top of my admittedly confused head here)…. Anyhow, I doubt any of that made any sense but I think I’m most curious about is how you’re going to handle the romantic element of their relationship when it is, by necessity, all about the baby right now…. I think you’ve hinted in this chapter as to how you might possibly be heading there. I’m not sure I’d be satisfied with a magical solution to their connection, but maybe I’m jumping to the wrong conclusion and I did say I hope you take your time with it.

I am juggling a complex story, but a ‘reserved judgment’ is all I’m asking.

it’s Willow, and right now the testosterone looks cute on her

And, I agree, plus your description - priceless!

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Yahooo shane!

So yep, our girls are talking and moving right along, but smoochies so soon?

i think i better start picketing here...

So, you're the troublemaker? Heck, at least you have company…. Psst, stuff coming soon.

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AlysonGoddess

youre not gunna keep us waiting as long as you did on the last update are u? cuz i love this story its the best one on the board

Erin, sorry I did keep you waiting, again I blame the car that hit me! I don’t think this is the 'best story' on the board, I can name a bunch I think are quite grand. But, thanks for the huge praise.

those darn cliffhangers…

Yeah! I say ‘hang the author’! Now, now folks, I meant that as a joke, please do not hang Tues.

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will –

It’s the Hellmouth, there’s always trouble afoot, occasionally ‘a-mouth’ and ‘a-thought’ too. Now I’m just being silly.

They girls are in a subconscious kind of state and motion, but at least they are inching closer.

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caz –

I cannot believe Buffy and Xander - both of them are a pain in the arse!

I have known some people who’ve been misguided in their good intentions. All I can say, is one year I received a ‘surprise party’ that I was less than thrilled about.

Thank God Tara was so understanding, giving Willow the chance to explain.

I agree about the line you quoted from my story, see my comments to ‘simplyblue’ as well.

“Connections”, always an interesting topic in my book (minds out of the gutters, I’m not talking sexually here, I’m pondering things in a grander sense). What does make two people connect? What is the “spark”? I’ve met people I’ve had lots in common with and felt rather flat about. Then, I’ve met opposites I get along really well with? I don’t know? Then again, maybe it’s something best not explained and simply left to be experienced. Ok, I’ve gone on enough! Anyways, then there’s ‘the connection’ (ok minds back the gutter). Um, yea…the girls will get there…hopefully.

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Grayson, welcome!

I understand the panic of feeling like you can't be honest about something and making excuses that just get you deeper into the mess you could have avoided by being honest from the beginning. But conflict and uncomfortable conversations are hard for some people, and in trying to appease one person in a situation they end up hurting everyone involved.

‘Panic’ does tend to cause people to do the strangest things, so Willow’s reaction wasn’t too far off the mark. I mean she could have thrown a real wobbler. On the other hand, Tara has always been a bit more even-keeled than our fair Willow, thus she’s handling things much more maturely. Plus, the whole actually being the one pregnant lends itself to ‘growning up fast’.

In general, I think ‘conflict and uncomfortable conversations’ are difficult for most people. I vaguely comment on this in my reply to DarkWiccan. It’s the human drama of everyday life. From the fake sick-day phone call to the avoiding a serious ‘talk’ with a loved one. Well, know I’m not perfect and have certainly had my less than stellar moments, but I try.

I know I’ve said it before, but you’re comments are always insightful. I am always delighted to see you here.

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WillowRulez -

I am glad that Tara didnt blame Willow... she could have been more exact

I had this ‘discussion’ early, but I get what you’re saying. Maybe I was being a bit obtuse assuming everyone would understand that Tara was much more mature and empathetic than the rest of the Scoobies. But, see my comments to simplyblue above.

but I am so pissed at Xander & Buffy. Not only are they oblivious but they totally ignore Willow's wishes.... Why not have a video night? Or talk??? Thats what they have been neglecting.

Yep, I’d like to point towards Grayson’s comments on this. But I have to add: have you ever bought someone something because you did something stupid? Or taken a pal out for a movie or treat, because they were bummed but didn’t seem to want to talk about it or you didn’t know what to do to help?

...and I wish Willow had put her hands ON Tara's waist

Don’t we all?

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db –

I want them to tell the scooby gang!

They really ought to.

…and Buffy can start patrolling around Tara's room.

I’m a bit worried about Buffy being in Tara’s room!?

Also - is Joyce still around here?

Stay tuned.

I’m pleased you’re reading this & enjoying it.

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SallyMcFine –

I was anticipating that the whole Willow being a poor communicator thing was going to blow up in her face when Tara ran into them, but I was pleasantly surprised to be wrong.

I rather like pleasantly surprising you, not that I didn’t toy with the idea of having Tara getting upset again, but that’s part of the reason I didn’t want her to…. that little unexpected factor for the readers.

I've had that same reaction before as Tara - angry at first about something, but then calming down and not having an overreaction that I would regret later. That didn't start to happen very often till I got into my 30's...

Willow… still seems to be learning about communication. She has the right instincts… but couldn't seem to pull the trigger here in either telling Tara up front what was happening or in telling Buffy and Xander to back off. That's understandable.

I agree, especially in Tara’s case as an already fairly mature (compared to the other Scoobies) and as sensitive astute character in general. So… um, before your 30’s were you more a McFierce as opposed to the understanding McFine of today?

And yet, progress! Yay!

Yay for me, ‘cause your uber-fine self is still reading my story and I do appreciate that. Hope you enjoy the next installment!

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dorksrcool –

I can't ever think of good fb for this fic, I just know I love it! I'm hooked, can't wait for more.…

You know, that’s good enough for me.

Okay, I'll jump in on this one as well. …you're probably recuperating after your accident…I'll just keep re-reading the whole darn thing until…

Amy, my concerned picketer, I am recuperating and you can re-read… but ‘something’ is in the works.

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rezeaka –

How’s my favorite ex-band geek?

As for Buffy and Xander I for one, would not have been as patient as Willow if I had been in her position! Then again...she didn't have much of a choice without spilling the beans about her impending "daddy-hood"...so...good choice on her part.

The three amigos can sometimes be quite a ‘special’ combination. I certainly have a few friends that seem to bring out the worst, oh I mean, best in me!

I'm thinking it will be very interesting to see how Tara handles herself around Willow -- between her pre-pregnancy feelings for her, and now add in some raging pregnancy hormones...

Let's just hope that Willow gets a grip (clue?) on her own feelings before then!

It's a sticky-wicket of feelings-hormones-feelings. Definitely.

Can't wait for your next installment! (understatement of the century!)

Yea, I can tell…

I've decided to come join you in the picket line… Seriously though -- hope all is well on your end Tues! Just checking in to see if there's any chance the forecast calls for updatey-goodness?

Well, Auntie Annie my ‘end’ is still a bit bruised. But, forecast – looks pretty promising!

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Hello Justin

I was worried what Buffy and Xander were up to... I mean I can understand them missing Willow and wanting to know what's going on, but I don't think dragging her to a party is the way to go. A better plan might be one that actually involved talking to her.

Well I agree with you, but 18-19 year old S4 Scoobies… you know, ‘wishing Willow’, ‘bad beer Buffy’, not exactly as ‘close’ as they used to be.

Not that I can blame Willow too much, since I know the feeling of wanting to be honest with someone but being too nervous to be.

A situation, I’m sure, we’ve all been in.

Thank you for reading, I’m always happy to see you here.

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Howdee JustSkipIt!

it seems like Willow could be a bit more authoritative with her friends if she doesn't really want to go (don't they have all those classes in high school about "just say no" and all that stuff?).

Well, I heartily agree with the authoritative… weren’t those “just say no” campaigns for drugs? But, Willow never was ‘large with the butch’, especially with her friends.

I'm really thrilled to see both of them (W/T) seeming to lighten up a bit. Rather than staying torked, they seem to both be trying to see things from the other other's perspective and work together. If they are going to parent together (let alone have a relationship), they will have to start to make joint choices and have empathy for each other.

Very important points and I couldn’t have said it any better. Thanks for continuing to read!

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Mi Dulce Irene

I sometimes sit back, after reading an update, and have to remind myself that this is your first writing endeavor on the board. You should be very proud of yourself.

Awww, thanks…you know, I think I am doing ok.

So lets start of with Buffy and Xander… you gotta love those two.

I dunno…it seems like everyone’s kind of mad at them right now, so not so much with the ‘love’.

I'm not all that surprised that Willow and Tara have become sensitive and can 'feel' each others presence when the other is not around….though I do believe that part of that is because of the 'mystical' way in which Tara conceived the baby, I also believe that a lot of it has to do with the fact that they're… destined to be...baby or not.

‘Destiny’? Hmm. Now, is destiny made or simply followed?

They're finally communicating with each other! Yay on them. Oh, what a sigh of relief.

I believe the ‘sigh’ is being echoed by a few.

This is exactly...exactly...what they need to start thinking about now that they're going to become parents. Will they be lovers, friends, acquaintances...who knows?

Who knows… indeed? But as you pointed out, Willow is definitely continuing her efforts, not without a bit of stumbling and bumbling.

You have something up you're sleeve Tues?

As for my sleeve?

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willowbaby05 -

That’s some hearty ‘wow-age’, thanks! I love the enthusiasm! So definitely, steady on.

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Hello Kaia –

Welcome. Oh, and by the way, congratulations on the wife status!

the couple of hours I spent with Creation Myth were probably the ones I most enjoyed.

I don't need to tell you how wonderful and original your story is. Umm...scratch that. I do need to tell you 'cause you're the author and you deserve to hear (well, read) these things. And though I really regret now not reading this when I should have and leaving proper feedback when I was supposed to, I will tell you that I am hooked, and that you can count on me reading everything you write from now on (and of course that includes the semi-coherent fb I tend to leave these days).

I really appreciate that you took the time to read my story and that you are enjoying it! Yay me! I gotta say, though I do enjoy the feedback, I don’t expect it. Now this is just silly old newbie-me, but feedback should be given when the reader or audience deems it worthy or necessary by debate or correction. Truly, no requirements, but don’t get me wrong, I’m sooooo tickled you are hooked! And your praise, so very kind. Oh, and your feedback… it is coherent.

Thank you so much for being here.

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sacinema –

There was a time I decided not to begin reading stories in progress. But I broke that rule a few weeks ago anyway

Well, I’m glad you ventured into my story anyway! Thanks for that, as well as the good marks.

Yes, both these teenage girls with not just an unexpected pregnancy, but budding feelings on top of the Hellmouth makes for a complicated story. You’re correct in your assessment of where Willow and Tara are at this point. And, there are plenty of mixed signals, mistakes, and assumptions on each of their parts for differing reasons. Unfortunately, I don’t think we (people in general) are usually honest with our feelings or it takes us a while to arrive a comfortable place with the truth. But hey, the girls are moving right along!

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Spot –

I've been away from the board for a while and this is the first fic I've read since I got back. Definitely a good one to get me back into fanfic obsession.

‘Wow’ and what luck for me that you decided to read CM, thanks! And welcome back to the obsession.

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Tara.myAlways –

OMGoddess! I love your fic! It's a telling intimate story that you capture eloquently.

Sheesh, I’m just a happy camper you’ve taken the time to read this! Love the heartfelt compliments.

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Thianne

you know, i really don't have a freakin' idea as to why i didn't leave feedback the first time a read the update.

Gosh, I don’t know either? I sustained a mild concussion, maybe it’s catching? Anyways, thanks for reading and the feedback.

i'm really hating buffy and xander right now…

I’m amused by the vicious Buffy/Xander remarks. But, what would the Hellmouth be without the slayer? So we need Buffy! Hmmm, Xander though….
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wilgen –

Also joining the waiting line. How are you doing after your bike accident?

Another picketer…but I love that you here and waiting. Thanks for that and the concern – bike status at the top. But my bum’s still bumming.

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I am grateful to anyone, from my more vocal picketers to the shy lurkers, who continues to read this story. I truly appreciate it.

And check back real soon! Oh yeah!

Starcomed...what if...and then...

[Shy One]

Hello Tues!

First of all I'd like to say that I'm sorry to hear about your accident
and I'm glad to hear you're doing well. I hope everything works out
for you and you have a full recovery quickly.

Now on to the fic...............

I only recently came across your story (sadly, I missed the start - bad me) and read it through all at once. It is fantastic! So fantastic that I had
to read it again. And then I still went back and re-read some of my favorite
parts. This has got to be one of the most interesting takes on a W/T pregnancy story that I've ever read. And I love these baby stories!
I always felt that Tara would be the greatest mother ever!
I am thoroughly and hopelessly hooked on this amazing fic and I'm really glad to hear that you're working on an update.
I'm with the other kittens, I can't wait to find out what happens next.

Take care of yourself and I hope to see an update soon!
Thanks for this wonderful fic.
You are sublime!!

Shy One

[rezeaka]

Tues -- I'm such a schmuck! I had not a clue regarding your bike accident when I posted looking for an update...

That being said, HOLY SHITE am I so so SO sorry to hear about your accident! Thank god you were wearing a helmet! I (foolishly) used to forego a helmet back when I was actually doing some biking, but never again will I ride without one!

Belated wishes for a speedy recovery -- I hope the moron responsible for your pain and suffering does not go unpunished! :: shakes head ::

I motion that we convert the picket line into a support rally sending get-well soon vibes, massage-y goodness, and kittens that spend their 9 to 5 life dressed as counsel!!!

All in favor?

-annie

[WillowRulez]

Sorry to hear about your accident. What a rude driver!
I did get that Tara is much more mature than the others and I like that about her. But she also should could the ones that arent a little more slack... well, she does that now I guess. And yes I know, she has to consider not only her well-being now, but the baby's as well. That must be tough one someone her age. But I think she is doing it pretty well. And I am babbeling and can get to the point... which is... plainly put: I like your Tara and how she handles everything. Lol, that was tough hehe.
Of course you are right about Buffy & Xander having only Willow'S best interests at heart. I just think they should have pitched in earlier and when she says she already has plans they should accpet that and believe her. But yes, I would probably do the same.

[kisstheviolets]

so glad to hear you're on the mend and coming back to us and this great story, tues!

I’m still waiting for the official police report and I have a bad feeling the driver wasn’t insured. Lawyer kittens? Now what?

where are you located? i only know u.s. law and 9 times out of 10 when a kitten asks for legal help they're not in the u.s. (i know, the nerve of them!). at any rate, if the driver/vehicle was uninsured (often the insurance on the car will pay regardless of who was driving it) you can bring a tort action (battery, negligence, etc.) against them (the owner & driver) in court but you'll have to get a lawyer for that and it may cost more than you'll be able to collect if the defendants don't have any assets. i can't say much because i don't know all of the details but feel free to PM me if you have any questions i can help with.

again, welcome back! can't wait for an update