Hi guys!

I know it's kind of mean to update this without it actually being a real update, which is why I considered not posting this at all, but I really wanted to catch you guys up on the status of this story and tell you a few more things, so here goes.

First off, and most importantly, I will be finishing this story, soon-ish if I have anything to say about it. I hesitate to say that, and you all probably hesitate to believe me because I've said it a bunch before, but I promise it's true! I'm in the middle of writing the chapter as I type this out to you, so it will be here in the very foreseeable future, guaranteed.

Thank you all who have read, are reading, or will read this story, or are looking forward to that update, because I honestly had no intention of, one - having this story be so fricking long (I thought it was gonna be a oneshot for real), and, two - of drawing out the posting process so much. Again, the length of it really surprised me, and I could probably even end up splitting this last chapter up into two, but I refuse to give myself another opportunity to make you all wait and am committed to finishing this story out entirely and giving it to you with the third chapter.

I know waiting months for stories to update for can be super frustrating and I understand those who have bowed out, but if you're reading this and you haven't, I truly thank you from the bottom of my heart.

And I want you all to know that I read and cherish each and every review sent to me. I know I don't respond individually, and I wish I had the time/stamina to do so, but you need to know that every one means the world to me, and does so much to encourage and reassure me. And when I get frustrated or disillusioned while writing, rereading them can almost always get me out of that funk and inspire me again.

Writing is a very personal experience for me and for many others, and when you publish it, it's almost like you're putting this baby out there that you made and nurtured and love so deeply. I know that sound dramatic, but it's true, and it's a scary feeling every time, no matter how much you publish. And knowing people read and care and get excited about this thing that I made and put so much of myself in, whether it be from receiving a review or even just a follow/favorite, means everything in the world. It's the reason I keep posting things, and many times, it's the thing that keeps me writing. So, I honestly can't thank you enough for your love and support, and wish that I could find a way to show you how much I appreciate every single one of you.

In summary, thanks for taking such good care of my baby, and be on the lookout for an update soon!

xoxo,
Rebekah.