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To Have or Have Not  by Garnet Took 4 Review(s)
LarnerReviewed Chapter: Epilogue on 3/4/2023
The perfect ending for this tale.

There was only one conception in our marriage, between a tilted uterus on one side and a low sperm count on the other. The doctors told us it was a miracle that there was a conception at all, but that it went to a spontaneous abortion was inevitable. We couldn't blame one another, but I can understand Diamond's grief at the return of her periods month after month. Relaxing her resentment was the real reason for this gift to the two of them and their whole family.

Now to read the new story!

Pearl TookReviewed Chapter: Epilogue on 8/10/2008
Bravo, Garnet, Bravo!!

I'm weak I know, but I'm so glad you gave this a happy ending. I don't know that I could have handled it if you hadn't. As it is this is wonderfully realistic and very well written. I will say again that you have handled a delicate subject with tact and grace.

Most Excellently Well Done!

Author Reply: Thank you so much, Pearl. I almost didn't give it a happy ending, but I couldn't leave poor Pippin in such a mierable spot. I also like Diamond and didn't want her to come off like a totally self-centered brat.

There is one thing that still needs worked out between them and I have that written, but it has decided that it wants to be a longer story with an interesting twist. I'll post it as soon as it's done. I hope it doesn't take two years to finish like this one did.:)

LarnerReviewed Chapter: Epilogue on 8/9/2008
It's no surprise! Yes, I think there was joy that birthday on Tol Eressëa on that September 22! A former Wizard and a Vala or two were undoubtedly involved, I'd think!

Loved this story. As the perpetual Second Mum I could so appreciate Diamond's feelings, even if mine never went quite as far as hers did. And a perfect name for her.

Author Reply: Oh, thank you so much, Larner. I was not sure about posting this story here because of the subject matter and the more intimate moments. You have made me glad that I did.

I think Pippin does have a special place in the hearts of certain Powers and they may just have had a hand in this particular birth.

Thank you again for reading and commenting.

6336Reviewed Chapter: Epilogue on 8/9/2008
Sometimes one has to let nature take its course, how ever long that is!
Lynda

Author Reply: Thank you for reading, Lynda.

Sometimes just when you think it will never happen, things work out.

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