Author's Note, 6/25/12
To the wonderful anon that just reviewed –
I just wanted to say that your review really meant a lot to me. Thank you for your honesty. I feel awful that you were forced to dig up old memories, but it is also so amazing to me that you were able to connect to my story in such a beautiful and tragic way.
I want you to know that I understand exactly what you were talking about concerning Pepper's characterization – holding everyone up. I do that on a daily basis with my friends as well, and it's incredibly hard. I feel like I'm waiting for the day when they'll return the favor, but I know that in some ways they do hold me up, just like you said. I suppose that it's frustrating to me because I always offer to help them and go out of my way, and I feel like most of them really wouldn't do the same unless I asked. But they've always been there for me when I need them, so I absolutely can't complain.
Your review actually reminded me of something that happened a few weeks ago. I had to bring one of my friends to the ER recently, very late at night. She got hurt during a big group outing and none of our friends offered to come with. I had to sit in the room alone while she got x-rays and just try not to cry because I couldn't let her see me fall apart. It was so unbelievable to me that I was the only one sitting in that room with her. But I would do it again in a heartbeat, because that's what friends should do. They should be there.
It's incredibly nice to know that someone understands what that is like. I applaud you for your strength and selflessness. I've found that it's a rare trait nowadays, and just know that even if they don't say it all the time, there is no doubt in my mind that your friends treasure you and appreciate all you do for them.
I wish you the very best, and I hope you continue to follow this story. I have so many things planned after this. That chapter was a turning point, and I can't wait for you to see what happens next.
Also, if you ever need to talk, please feel free to leave me a message on my Tumblr, the url is: andihavelovedyoubeautifully
I would love to hear from you, anon or not.
To all of my lovely reviewers-
You are so fantastic! I love that there are so many of you that have reviewed every chapter, it really warms my heart and pushes me to continue. I'm so in love with this story, and I've already begun the next chapter. I'm going to keep challenging myself to update regularly and rapidly, and I hope you keep coming back for more.
Also, you all are more than welcome to visit my Tumblr! Just be warned, there's really no underlying theme. I like a *lot* of shows, movies, and couples! Ha. But feel free to stop by and leave me a message if you'd like. I consider all of you friends-I hope you know that.
Much love,
magicinthemoonlight29