Creation Myth

[WillowRulez]

As soon as I read the first lines I thought: Oh boy, this is NMR. And not because that is a bad thing, but because I just had to think that when Oz wolfes out... and now that Tara is pregnant... well, you catch my drift I guess. But on the other hand that is a good thing because that will make Willow see (hopefully) that Oz can't be a part of this new life she has with the baby on the way. He is a potential danger. At least in my mind he is.
Anya, always the perceptive one hm? Willow was almost there again, figuring it out...

Or, is this just a regular parent-baby-thing?

Am really curious how your end of NMR will be. If Willow will be with Oz, or with Tara or with no one at all.
P.S.: Can't believe it has already been 3 months since she told Willow. Woha.
Please update soonish again! I love this story

[willow_tara_always]

wow just read from the start up2 now! i think its awesome!

greatness! but one thing much willow and tara loveness is needed n fast.

cnt wait for more xxxx

Jo xxx

[caz]

Bloody Oz - he just had to turn up didn't he. Now Willow is all confused again and Tara is upset.

I think it's a good idea that Tara has a back up plan but I also think that it shows a lack of faith in Willow.

I'm praying that this doesn't go the way of the T.V. series cos running around will do Tara and the baby no good at all.

Some advice for you Willow - get rid of the wolf and go make up with your girl.

Caz

[justin]

I'm praying that this doesn't go the way of the T.V. series

Seconded. Not only because of running being bad but also becuase, since this is happening later than in cannon, it's less likely that the initiative will turn up to save Tara.

[sinkinghearts]

woohoo!! that was a beautiful update

actually, i didn't expect that they will have another problem as big as this... the "announcement of the baby" is actually a challenge in itself - what more is oz's return? i feel bad for tara though - in such situations, you can;t help but feel insecure - this is the worst feeling ever :(

also, i am sensing that willow is still in denial of her feelings for tara. oh well, she hasn't really come out, so i should've expected that.

oh, hope in the next update everything will be ok. hope nothing happens to both tara and the baby.

btw tues, you've done well in incorporating your story in the canon. great job

[FineyMcFine]

Tues, Tues, Tues!

Then of course the whole Amazon mythology thing…Xena-like. Which is uber-cool and finey-mc-fine!* Um, talk much to yourself spaz?!

Okay, not only did I love the little Easter egg shoutout in the update, I also loved the rest of the update! Like some others, I had kind of forgotten that NMR occurred during canon S4, and I wasn't sure if you were going to stick religiously to the events of S4. So I was taken by surprise that Oz returned, and in a very good way. It's a hard thing to be both original and faithful to canon, and you've managed it beautifully. BEAUTIFULLY.

The flip side of this coin is that the premise of the story is such that a major departure from canon has already taken place, and who is to say that at the end of this Oz episode that Willow and Tara will come together in a big extra flamey candle kind of catharsis? There's no guarantee of that.

Like Grayson, I found Willow's comments about "it's my fault" to be revealing. While Willow seems excited and is sloooowly catching on, she's still not there yet. Not even close. Which is not to say that she's a bad person, of course. I do think that part of her roadblock is:

1. She didn't intend to make Tara pregnant in the first place (understandable) - 30%

2. She hasn't acknowledged or caught on to her romantic gay-lovin' feelings toward Tara - 70%

I think that until she's able to realize that and assimilate it into her worldview, there's going to be a sort of mental blind spot in her view of Tara's pregnancy, their child, and everything - because it's hard to envision a future together if you're trying to think very carefully, without really embracing your inner gayness, about how exactly all this is going to work. Case in point being, what if Tara or the presumed-straight Willow wanted to have a romantic relationship with some woman or man at some point during their years of co-parenting?

Very, very wonderful, Tues. Well worth the wait - and glad you're back in action. No UPS truck can keep a good kitten down for long!

[rezeaka]

Awesome update, and by awesome I mean purely torturous!

We have both the girls feeling like they're getting back to the way they were before the baby came into the picture...we have flirty hormonal Tara making an appearance (and impact!) on Willow...we have the girls about to announce their big news to the rest of the gang....and then we have good old Oz and his impeccable timing showing up to put Tara and the baby in danger and send Willow the biggest brain teaser she's ever faced until she realizes she just needs to listen to her heart to figure this one out. hooooooEEEY that's one heck of a doozey!

So yeah, awesome update ( ), but purely EVIL of you to leave us hanging on the note you left us on Tues!!!

I'm seriously all with the for an update sooner than later!!!

Hope you're continuing back to a clean bill of health though, above all!

-annie

[AlysonGoddess]

ugh!!!!!!!!!! Im sorry but that is the worst place where u could leave us hanging come on.. now im gunna be thinking about what might happen everyday before th next update so plz update soon i am in love!
Erin

[Belli Bear]

NO. WAY. .....





-uh... a shocked girl

[binky]

The Note: I take back what I said. That particular note had me puzzling over what possible asexual meaning one could glean from “I can still feel you inside me” as much as a 5,000 word NC-17 romp that left nothing to metaphorical interpretation or my overactive imagination would. Still, I wouldn’t mind eventually reading a 5,000 word NC-17 romp that leaves etc.etc.

The Update: Ah, the note makes sense now. And it was (mostly) without sexual meaning. Who would’ve thunk it? Aaaaaagh! Why didn’t Willow go after Tara? I always say the same thing when I watch NMR, too. I like the little parallels, but also the little differences. Good to see Willow opening up to Buffy, though Willow seems to be overreacting and defensive to Buffy being freaked, with the “Buff” bit.

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[mole]

Here's my question for everyone: in canon NMR, when Oz smells Tara do you think that W/T had sex that morning when W was at Tara's room and Tara said they would always be friends? Or did they just hug, maybe kiss a little, trade sweaters?

Hey Deb,

Good question. I really enjoyed season 4 and find that it contains some of the eps that I revisit the most. I always assumed that the tearful meeting in Tara's room was just lots of hugging (with some smooching) and Tara wearing Willow's sweater to feel closer to her. It was my read that by this time Tara knew that she was in love with Willow but Willow was still trying to puzzle it all out, ya know? By the end of NMR she's got it all sussed out and she and Tara consumate their relationship that evening after the extra-flamey candle delivery.

What's your take on it?

Michelle

Edited because I screwed up the ez codes. grr

[DarkWiccan]

Here's my question for everyone: in canon NMR, when Oz smells Tara do you think that W/T had sex that morning when W was at Tara's room?

I've always felt that they didn't have sex at that moment... but that they had had sex already in Who Are You? (The infamous netherrealms spell). I agree with mole that there was hugging, and smooching, and maybe even some heavy-petting (ie high-strung emotions escalating a little out of control), but I don't think they "did it".

But that's just me.

Cheers
DW

[Shy One]

To answer JustSkipIt's question:

I totally agree with Mole. I think there was hugging and kissing....But I
don't think that Willow and Tara had sex until the end of NMR.
Willow just seems too unsure of herself and is still trying to come to
terms with being gay.

But that's just my opinion.

Tues.....can we please have an update now?
Pretty please?


Shy One

[DaddyCatALSO]

Boards like these (I go to several), just the discussion threads alone, not counting the fic readers and fic writers; well basically unspecified backstory like when did Willow and Tara do This then That then T'other arew basically self-administered Rohrschachs.
I mean my personal take is that W&T was already a fully realized sexual relationship after "WAY?" but before "NMR" during those couple weeks between. In my take of canon. And it's reflected in my own "first-time" fic.
However this story obviously is already not canon with the bun-in-the-oven so the viewpoint here is what it is for this story.
How the hell will the legal birth certtificate read, tho?

[watty]

Been a while since I left fb for this, my apologies.

I like the twist you have added, on how Tara added her power to Willow's in the spell to call the first slayer. I don't think that was part of the series, and reminds me, sadly, of another opportunity ME missed. That it brought them even closer, and

Willow said she could feel me there… and my grounding helped. I felt her too

Another excellent twist of course is your version of pivotal canon events. Though in this story, Oz's return should cause less emotional turmoil in Willow's mind -- since here on CM Willow has already decided she wants to be with Tara, and of course the little matter of the baby. Still doesn't make it easier, they're going back to the "three steps forward, two steps back" routine. I know there's angst ahead, and I'm still hooked.
[br]

[DarkWiccan]

Well, I turned a year older yesterday... and I was just thinking how nice it would have been if you have posted something...

It would have really completed the day...

Ah well.



Cheers
DW

[Tiggrscorpio]

Tues (aka Sundance),

It seems your lovely story has managed to bring me forth from the ether to provide you with some well deserved feedback.

I was still so happy with where you left us during the last chapter, that I'd almost forgotten your intentions to follow along with some of canon. More importantly, I'd forgotten the point we had reached in canon. Once again you give us glimpses of our girls drifting closer and closer. Willow's questioning her feelings more and more...and how adorable is protective Willow...very nice. And, then....BAM...OZ!!

His presence appears to have stirred some conflicting feelings for the redhead. Quite the complicated little mess. Willow would surely benefit from a trip to a certain ranch we are both familiar with. Perhaps it will help her to 'get a clue'. I'll be sending her some PW's to lead her in the right direction.

On a side note, I really like how you are writing Giles. I wish we had seen more of his interactions with Tara on the show, because I think they would be just as you describe them in your story.

Finally...oh dear...the baby!!! You certainly are a boundary pusher. Awesome cliffhanger! I'm eagerly awaiting more.

Tiggr (aka Butch)

[Tiggrscorpio]

Ah...Sundance,

The receptionist really needs something to type. How about your next update for this wonderful story?

Cassidy

[AlysonGoddess]

update?

[Boadecia]

I second the with a updateygoodness request pweety pweeease! this iswho bad i need an update! I'm using baby language here woman! lol

[Shy One]

Hi Tues!

How's the recovery going? Are you feeling better?
I hope so. I also hope the legal situation with the driver
is going to work out for you.

I just wanted to drop in and see how you were........but mainly
(I must admit) to beg you for an update.
You kinda left us hanging in a not so pleasant state....and well....
the suspense is really starting to get to me.

So please, please, please, can we have an update?
I'm worried about Tara and the baby.

Take care,
Shy One

[Pinocchio1940]

Tues,

Reading this through so far, I think it is really a wonderful idea. It's neat that you have used some of the canon to make this world come to life.

Oz -
He didn't take kindiy to Tara in S4. I hope he doesn't try anything rash e,g.: wolfie.

Buffy and Xander -

The classical misunderstanding friends. I actually see thier concern though. Willow's keeping the burden to herself, telling nobody else but Giles - and I am glad she did that .She needed to know that you can have consequences for some actions - at least a child can bring the best out in her

[Tues]

Well… HELLO!

Ahhh, the complications and time constraints of real life. Did anyone miss me?

So very bad on my part to leave you with such a cliffhanger…alright then, I’m on it.

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JustSkipIt –

No ‘lameness’ on the lack of time. Eh hem. If anything, my timing’s a bit on the ‘lacking’ side.

In general, I am astounded by the reaction I’ve received from this chapter. I tried to weave it and the canon’s NMR together as you say...

…smoothly and seamlessly…

I fully expected to be hanged by many kittens, but I am pleasantly surprised to find you and many others still applauding my efforts.

Here's my question for everyone: in canon NMR, when Oz smells Tara do you think that W/T had sex that morning when W was at Tara's room?

As for you question? Hmmm, I believe W & T did NOT have ‘relations’ that morning. I think there were probably many tears, lots of hugging, and probably a bit of kissing. Oh, and definitely trading of sweaters!

As always, thank you for your thumbs up!

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Dearest DarkWiccan –

Well, I turned a year older yesterday... and I was just thinking how nice it would have been if you have posted something...

It would have really completed the day...

Happy belated birthday wishes & kisses, so sorry I missed the event. If only I had known in advance. (Le flair du dramatic, uh-huh!)

Seems like this chick-a kept you a-waiting and a-hanging. Seriously my Dear DW – Happy Birthday!

no pun intended.. okay, maybe a little one... hehe, get it? A little one?

I just can’t pull anything completely over on you huh? Yup, little ol’ Oz with his puny puns to muck things up.

…readers glued to the screens…

Hope there’s still some ‘glue’ even with my absence.

…teeny-weeny because there's no telling with you…

Awww, well, I am teeny (but I think I’m big) and I have been called unpredictable at times. Hmmm.

Oh, and Noel, dear?

Good authors too who once knew better words,
Now only use four-letter words,
Writing prose,
Anything Goes.

How about you tossing out a few words in the form of a story too? Being a 'good author' and all.

In the meantime, here’s a few other four-letter words from me…“MORE SOON”!

Now really, what kind of four-letter words did you think I had in mind?

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Hello Blue -

“Dib” away…

I wonder, though, why hasn't Willow been complimenting Tara? It's clear she's noticed, and it wouldn't be at all out of character for Willow to compliment Buffy or Xander on their appearance.

Ms. Willow is so confuzzled that she doesn’t know what she’s doing/feeling. I suppose it comes down to ‘when you’re not sure…just don’t say anything’ thought.

More later, when I've had more chance to process this update.

Did I miss the ‘later’ part? Just teasing.

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db –

weeeee!

i love this story... and your take on the twists and turns of the 4th season - excellent way to work the baby into all those dynamics....

Weeeeellllllll, thanks, thanks, and thanks.

I hope you are feeling better and stuff after the bicycle nastiness!

Would you believe I got in another minor scrape – really people, what’s with the cars and “Full-Tues Contact”? The universe is telling me something. At least I didn’t hit the pavement this time.

i can't *wait* to read more!

Sorry you had to wait…definitely ‘more’ on the way.

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Willow~Rosenberg –

Wow. Just wow.

Again, I’m surprised at the amount of enthusiasm my story has generated, twists & all!

If Buffy freaked about the baby, just wait until Willow comes out to her.... Buffy's already started digging the hole and I expect her to be half way to China by the time she is finished with the surprises.

Buff’s always had a way about her.

PS, I hope you are feeling better!

Definitely ‘better’.

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MissMaclay89 –

shock....holy crap....that was...ahh...im kinda speechless...wow! Great Update!

Exactly what I was going for, sincerely, thank you.

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Yippie, my friend mole!

Running away from wolfy Oz can't be good for the baby. You won't let anything happen to the baby, right? Right??

“Right”? Ummm…right.

The whole update was lovely from Willow and Tara flirting in the beginning to Giles' compassion toward Tara when Oz showed up to the internal Willow-babble.

Sexy and sweet and loving and did I mention sexy? Just a wonderful metaphor for the caress of your beloved's name as it passes your lips. Beautiful.

Now I’m blushing….

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spells42 –

Lovely update, Tues. Great revamp of NMR.

My revamp had me a bit nervous, especially using key dialogue that has been used over & over again. BUT, it seemed appropriate in spots and my tweaks & changes seemed to be truly appreciated. Thanks.

I missed the note! cute, and clever way to give us a reference point to where canon is parallel to this fic.

You missed the note?

Can't wait to find out which way Willow is going to go, Tara or Oz.

Which way, which way?

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Thianne -

i loved the update! and Tara flirty moment.....yummy! and i'll be very angry if the baby is in danger!!!

Yes that flirty moment seemed to have a few people going. “Angry”, well, wait till the next chapter….

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Shy One –

Aaaaaaaaahhhhh! Nooooooooooo! You? You've got to write another update! I can't stand the suspense!

I don't think my poor heart can take this suspense for too long.....but no pressure, right?

Yeah, that suspense, I’ve certainly had you all on ‘suspension’. But, I’m back with more to come! How’s the ole’ ticker? Glad you enjoyed the update, cliffhanger and all.

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willowtarafan -

Holy Smokes… this story is getting really, really good please up date soon, great cliff hanger.

Thank you for your ‘holy’ bestowment. The ‘soon’ didn’t happen, but I’m going to rectify that.

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Grayson -

They were doing so well with all the flirtiness, and then Oz had to show up. I had forgotten all about that little piece of season four.

Ahhh… yes, Oz. I do admit, I changed the sequence of events in Creation Myth to (as opposed to canon) partially for that reason.

I'm nervous about what Tara has planned… but now it seems she may go off and do something on her own.

Best laid plans and all…

I found Willow's explanation to Buffy of Tara's pregnancy to be very revealing. She refers to the baby as her "fault" and her "responsibility." She may be making progress in her relationship with Tara, but she's still a reluctant parent who is doing some things out of obligation. It's totally understandable - she certainly didn't mean to get Tara pregnant….

I also liked getting a better understanding of Tara's reluctance to pursue her feelings towards Willow. She wants Willow to be a part of the baby's life forever, and if she were to reveal her feelings, she might scare Willow away or make coparenting very uncomfortable. But now the idea of another person coming into their lives has made everything even more complicated.

It is a difficult situation, but as always you have keen insight into this complicated ball of wax.

I continue to be impressed with the creativity of this story and the way the situation is realistically being dealt with.

A sincere 'thank you'.

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Justin –

Thank you for the ‘great’ praise. And accidents… I got in another minor one! Sheesh. What evil demon is sending metallic moving boxes my way? Is ‘something’ telling me to stay home & write? “DO NOT venture out Tues!”

I hadn't been expecting Oz to come into things. It must be harder for Willow in this version since she's not only got her growing feelings for Tara but also the Baby.

The “O-factor” just to fowl things up, it certainly does add another element in an already messy situation. And, ‘legging it’… scroll down....

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notl33t –

Whoa, this story is amazingly good. I'm generally wary of pregnancy stories, but you're weaving a yarn that follows closely to S4 canon, which I love for its W/T goodness. And this has lots of W/T goodness.

More Willow & Tara ‘goodness’ of a sort to follow! Glad you decided to take a chance on CM, pregnancy story & all.

I hope the bike accident wasn't too bad. Sometimes all I have to depend on is my li'l Rusty. I haven't been doored yet, but I've been sideswiped, and boy do accidents suck. Even with helmets.

Amen!!!

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Hello WillowRulez –

Anya, always the perceptive one hm?

She is.

Am really curious how your end of NMR will be. If Willow will be with Oz, or with Tara or with no one at all.

P.S.: Can't believe it has already been 3 months since she told Willow.

Please update soonish again! I love this story.

Curious kittens, stay tuned. I know 3 months have gone by fast! Off the ‘soonish’ mark, but back now. Forgive me?

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willow_tara_always-

wow just read from the start up2 now! i think its awesome!

Welcome & I appreciate that you are reading & chiming in!

greatness! but one thing much willow and tara loveness is needed fast.

“Fast”, oh, but why rush a good story? Nothing like a good build up.

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caz –

Bloody Oz - he just had to turn up didn't he. Now Willow is all confused again and Tara is upset.

Yee-ouch for Oz. Get him!

I think it's a good idea that Tara has a back up plan but I also think that it shows a lack of faith in Willow.

Well, Willow hasn’t exactly been completely helpful.

I'm praying that this doesn't go the way of the T.V. series cos running around will do Tara and the baby no good at all.

Some advice for you Willow - get rid of the wolf and go make up with your girl.

Pregnant & running, definitely a bad idea.

Oh, and I’ll pass on the advice to Willow, but she may not be willing to listen!

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Hey again Justin –

Caz wrote:
I'm praying that this doesn't go the way of the T.V. series

Seconded. Not only because of running being bad but also because, since this is happening later than in cannon, it's less likely that the initiative will turn up to save Tara.

Yes, CM is slightly different than canon events with more to come!

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Whoo hoo Shane -

actually, i didn't expect that they will have another problem as big as this... oz's return? i feel bad for tara though - in such situations, you can’t help but feel insecure - this is the worst

Yes, remember Tara has witnessed & nursed Willow through all her Oz feelings of abandonment. Despite what she perceives and tries to convince herself of, she can’t help her own feelings of insecurity.

also, i am sensing that willow is still in denial of her feelings for tara. oh well, she hasn't really come out, so i should've expected that.

Willow’s denial, hmmm, well she hasn’t acknowledged her feelings. She doesn’t recognize them or even have a ‘name’ for what she’s feeling. And, definitely NOT ‘out’ yet.

oh, hope in the next update everything will be ok. hope nothing happens to both tara and the baby.

“Hope” is always a good thing.

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Sally, Sally, Sally!

Okay, not only did I love the little Easter egg shoutout in the update, I also loved the rest of the update!

Awww, it was more than a ‘shoutout’… …just a well-deserved little homage 'cause I lurve your work!

Like some others, I had kind of forgotten that NMR occurred during canon S4…. So I was taken by surprise that Oz returned, and in a very good way. It's a hard thing to be both original and faithful to canon, and you've managed it beautifully. BEAUTIFULLY.

Ok, I admit, I did try to purposefully steer the story slightly away from cannon & Oz, so that his appearance would be a surprise.

…who is to say that at the end of this Oz episode that Willow and Tara will come together in a big extra flamey candle kind of catharsis? There's no guarantee of that.

I guarantee nothing….

Like Grayson, I found Willow's comments about "it's my fault" to be revealing. While Willow seems excited and is sloooowly catching on, she's still not there yet. Not even close….

I think that until she's able to realize that and assimilate it into her worldview, there's going to be a sort of mental blind spot in her view of… everything....

In truth, the baby being introduced has put off Willow’s ‘gay factor’ thoughts. She’s so caught up in the "circumstance" & "incident" that it’s easier to mitigate her growing feelings for Tara, to center on the idea of the co-parental bond.

Case in point being, what if Tara or the presumed-straight Willow wanted to have a romantic relationship with some woman or man at some point during their years of co-parenting?

You bring up a good point and I do 'plex' on the idea of co-parenting. Whether gay or straight - once parents split up, or are separated, or simply in the non-married no longer 'together' status and another person is introduced into the mix? What then? Not only do you have the two co-parents, but other potential partner(s) that would influence the child's life. It is something no parent should take lightly, what more if those personalities clashed? Yikes!

Very, very wonderful, Tues. ... No UPS truck can keep a good kitten down for long!

Your enthusiastic praise has me grinning – thank you. And, I am UPS truck impervious!

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rezeaka –

Awesome update, and by awesome I mean purely torturous!

Ahhh… the good torture.

We have both the girls feeling like they're getting back to the way they were before the baby came into the picture...we have flirty hormonal Tara making an appearance (and impact!) on Willow...we have the girls about to announce their big news to the rest of the gang....and then we have good old Oz and his impeccable timing showing up to put Tara and the baby in danger and send Willow the biggest brain teaser she's ever faced until she realizes she just needs to listen to her heart to figure this one out.

Acurately summed up!

So yeah, awesome update, but purely EVIL of you to leave us hanging on the note you left us on Tues!!!

Evil? Me? Such sweet words from my favorite ex-band geek!

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AlysonGoddess –

ugh!!!!!!!!!! Im sorry but that is the worst place where u could leave us hanging come on….so plz update soon, i am in love!

Not quite “soon” enough. Uh,…still lurve me?

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Belli Bear -

NO. WAY. shock.....

uh... a shocked girl

Yes, way!

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binky –

The Note: I take back what I said. That particular note had me puzzling over what possible asexual meaning one could glean from “I can still feel you inside me” as much as a 5,000 word NC-17 romp that left nothing to metaphorical interpretation or my overactive imagination would.

Really Binky, 5000 words of the NC-17 nature? Hmmm, naughty overactive imagination!

The Update: Ah, the note makes sense now. And it was (mostly) without sexual meaning. Who would’ve thunk it?

Um, the non-naughty thinking, but oh-so-scheming Tues with the help of Starcomed! That’s who.

Aaaaaagh! Why didn’t Willow go after Tara? I always say the same thing when I watch NMR, too. I like the little parallels, but also the little differences.

A question for the ages, I’m afraid. In CM, I’ll chalk it up to a good dose of interuptus-parental news, Oz-bewilderment, and general Willow confuzzlement = SHOCK.

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Hello again mole –

JustSkipIt... question for everyone...

...I always assumed that the tearful meeting in Tara's room was just lots of hugging (with some smooching) and Tara wearing Willow's sweater to feel closer to her....by this time Tara knew that she was in love with Willow but Willow was still trying to puzzle it all out, ya know? By the end of NMR she's got it all sussed out and she and Tara consumated their relationship that evening after the extra-flamey candle delivery.

What's your take on it?

My take? See below.

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Shy One -

To answer JustSkipIt's question: I totally agree with Mole. I think there was hugging and kissing....But I don't think that Willow and Tara had sex until the end of NMR. Willow just seems too unsure of herself and is still trying to come to terms with being gay.

Per canon - I’m with Michelle & mole on this one!

Tues.....can we please have an update now? Pretty please?

Awww…soon, ok? Soon.

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DaddyCatALSO –

I mean my personal take is that W&T was already a fully realized sexual relationship after "WAY?" but before "NMR" during those couple weeks between…. However this story obviously is already not canon with the bun-in-the-oven so the viewpoint here is what it is for this story. How the hell will the legal birth certificate read, tho?

Birth certificate…hold on to find out!

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company watty –

Been a while since I left fb for this, my apologies.

Nope dahling, not taking any apologies! Feel free to leave feedback only when you wish. I’m just happy you’re still reading along, besides you're writing again. WHOO!!! I just can't be upset with you, but feel free to send strange packaged goods my way!

I like the twist you have added, on how Tara added her power to Willow's in the spell to call the first slayer. I don't think that was part of the series, and reminds me, sadly, of another opportunity ME missed. That it brought them even closer….

… in this story, Oz's return should cause less emotional turmoil in Willow's mind -- since here on CM Willow has already decided she wants to be with Tara, and of course the little matter of the baby. Still doesn't make it easier, they're going back to the "three steps forward, two steps back" routine. I know there's angst ahead, and I'm still hooked.

Nothing is as easy as we may think - oh, those complicated feelings and thoughts! And, maybe just a little angst... enough to keep you & everyone else ‘hooked’. Um, did I just say “a little angst”? Never trust someone that's had a head injury.

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Tiggrscorpio – Cassidy!

It seems your lovely story has managed to bring me forth from the ether to provide you with some well-deserved feedback.

That's my plan, pulling lurkers out from the ether. Oh, I do dee-serve so much! Maybe a little "mmm-ang-go pud-ding"?

I was still so happy with where you left us during the last chapter, that I'd almost forgotten your intentions to follow along with some of canon.... Once again you give us glimpses of our girls drifting closer and closer. Willow's questioning her feelings more and more...and how adorable is protective Willow...very nice. And, then....BAM...OZ!!

I’m 'mean' like that. Grrrr.

His presence appears to have stirred some conflicting feelings for the redhead. Quite the complicated little mess. Willow would surely benefit from a trip to a certain ranch we are both familiar with.... I'll be sending her some PW's to lead her in the right direction.

Yes, very complicated! Um, YEAH. I don’t know about that ranch, but PW-thoughts are always a good thing.

...I really like how you are writing Giles. I wish we had seen more of his interactions with Tara on the show, because I think they would be just as you describe them in your story.

I agree with you, I do think Giles & Tara would/should have become close on the show, that they would have developed a closer bond than depicted in the canon.

Finally...oh dear...the baby!!! You certainly are a boundary pusher.

Officially… I have no idea what you are talking about!

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ic.winnie –

Ah, ha! Ah, um...yeah!

Eh-hem.

Butch, Sundance...I'm next!!

Next? For what, Mi Dulce?

From the Ranches' headquarters front desk ...The Receptionist/Laundry Attendant.

Sooooo…what exactly would a laundry-receptionist be doing? Paring socks while answering phone calls? Hmmm. Making sure short-shorts are clean & tidy while taking notes? Nope, I just can’t say “dic-tation”.

And what? Smarty comments & no feedback? Hhhmmmppfff!

Exact-a-mon!

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Tiggrscorpio - Cassidy

The receptionist really needs something to type. How about your next update for this wonderful story?

Oh that receptionist! Maybe we should send her on a Target run while we go get lunch? Hmmm, maybe we could have… um, Asian?

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AlysonGoddess –

update?

So very close…

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Boadecia -

I second the spin with a Get on your knees and pray updatey goodness request pweety pweeease! this is how bad i need an update! I'm using baby language here woman! Lol

Ahhh…Baby-B, I am getting an update together!

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Shy One, back again…

How's the recovery going? Are you feeling better? I hope so. I also hope the legal situation with the driver is going to work out for you.

Recovery WAS good, until I hit that Matrix deciding to make a right turn! Um, better again. As for the ‘legal situation’, I FINALLY got my police report – ugh! Now I really have to deal with the legal stuff.

I just wanted to drop in and see how you were........but mainly (I must admit) to beg you for an update. You kinda left us hanging in a not so pleasant state.... and well.... the suspense is really starting to get to me. So please, please, please, can we have an update? I'm worried about Tara and the baby.

Ahhh-ha, an update request in disguise???!!!

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Pinocchio1940 -

Welcome Matthew!

Reading this through so far, I think it is really a wonderful idea. It's neat that you have used some of the canon to make this world come to life.

Gosh – thank you.

Oz - He didn't take kindiy to Tara in S4. I hope he doesn't try anything rash e,g.: wolfie.

Well, Oz isn’t really ‘Oz’ when he’s wolfed out.

Buffy and Xander - The classical misunderstanding friends. I actually see their concern though. Willow's keeping the burden to herself, telling nobody else but Giles - and I am glad she did that.

Oh, how those 'best intentions' sometimes backfire. And, boy, don't I know it! Yep. But remember, all of them are really just kids in a sense, 18 year olds.

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NOW...Rachel...starcomed, dearest beta...where were we??!!

[AlysonGoddess]

Glad to hear glad to hear...ill be waiting patiently
Erin

[Tiggrscorpio]

Maybe a little "mmm-ang-go pud-ding"?

Well, you pretty much guaranteed we won't be getting any more mango pudding at that place. Are your feet still wet? Mango's are very nice...but apricots and cumquats are way better. YEAH!!

I’m 'mean' like that. Grrrr.

You do scare me! Although the fact that I can actually pick you up negates most of that.

Hmmm, maybe we could have… um, Asian?

If we're having Asian...this must be M*******!! Could we skip right to the dessert menu? You know how I love the way you read it!

I do believe it is time for you to stop being distracted by the eye candy and update. Tara and the baby are in some real danger. I may have to hold on to my basket until you bring us out of this mess. Soon, please? I'll help you pack!

[Tiggrscorpio]

Ethel, the witnessing of 'The Parting of the Dim-Sum Sea' was a sight to behold.

Ricki, I laugh every time I pass the water fountain at work!

Next stop...Bob's...for that cream filled, and...um...yeah!

Bob's rocks!! When they do the glazing...well...um...YEAH!!

cootie s***** still hurt?

You are both to blame for my sore cootie s*****. Though it was probably that cucumber shaped bicycle seat. "It's just a short ride." YEAH, you both suck!! I was clearly in favor of getting tattoos.

Lucy is in charge of this U-haul. She seems to prefer being on the roof (as do I) rather than behind the wheel. Clearly this is because it is so much harder for moving vehicles to strike her from up there. If I agree to drive, Lucy, can we please have the next note for this story?

[AlysonGoddess]

Sigh ... being patient is so hard

Erin

[AlysonGoddess]

Sorry to be impatient but the anticipation is killing me and u left us with the worst cliffhanger ever update soon? pwetty pwease *puppy dog eyes* ill do anything to know taras alright!!!!!!!!!!!

[Barlimo]

I've lurked for long enough, it's time I jumped on the 'please please please update because your story is friggin amazing' bandwagon
Patience is soo not a virtue when your waiting for a story as fantastic as yours to update so I'm gonna be impatient gal
Update please!?!
Please? Pretty please? With cherries on?

[Puff]

Poo I thought it was an update