I just wanted to say hello. I've been lurking this site for a while now but couldn't keep my joy to myself anymore.  I've come to realize that reviews are like gold. I just wanted to let you know that I really enjoy your stories and look forward to each new one/update.

So far, I'm reallly enjoying the ride with this one. You have such a mastery of the boys. When I read, it's like watching an episode. I feel the angst and the heartbreak, the fear and anxiety. Wonderful job.

I can't wait for the next chapter.

Oh and I just have to say I loved Dean in the coffee shop. That was so classic.

Keep up the good work.

You guys rock!

Whew! Is it hot in here?!  This chapter was all about heat.  I certainly felt the hot flashes when Dean was out on the dance floor. And when Dean fell through the floor of the burning building, I felt the fire lick my legs just like I know he did. I was right there with the boys.  Glad Dean decided not to self destruct. I hope he's on the path to pulling it together.

Wonderful chapter. I couldn't put it down until I was finished [I print them out] You two definately desearve some dark chocolate covered Winchesters for this one....and yes they do melt in your mouth!

Bravo!  I can't wait for the next chapter!

Gaelic and SJ,

 I just wanted to say a heartfelt thank you to both of you.  This chapter was just beautiful.  I felt the brother's pain and their love for eachother. I had huge tears just coursing down my cheeks when I read. Yes, I'm a sap! I can't help it. These boys just break my heart every time.

The power of Faith is  amazing. I felt it  was so fitting that Dean's faith in Sam was what pulled Sam back from the darkness. Dean may question God but he never falters when it comes to Sam. There is an amazing balace between these two. They are eachother's streangth. When one seems to falter, the other provides the will or way to go on. It's a relationship born out of something so tragic yet it's beautiful to behold.

Wonderful job ladies. I'm rivited! Can't wait for the epilogue

Love,

Brit

Wow Gaelic! I came searching for more of Sunday Bloody Sunday and found this instead. Yay! I love your stories and I dont care how long or short they are, not that your shorts are really short. Hee!

Oh boy! You open with pleanty of heat yet leave us with our hearts aching for the boys. You have me wondering what the girl's story was. Why was she so sad? It made me sorry that Dean didn't get her name. Kudos to you for having the guts to write the steamy stuff.

 Don't lose yourself to save me. Don't carry my weight. That line just breaks my heart. I can picture Dean thinking this upon seeing this harsher side of Sam. Dean dosn't want his brother to lose his innocence but it's this new resolve in Sam that I feel will save Dean. Talk about your rock and hard place!

Thank you for sharing your stories with us. I also look forward to reading what you have to say at tvguide. Just wanted to let you know.

Gaelic,

 Very well done!

I'm so glad that Kelly stepped up to the plate. I think he needed to, not only to help Sam and Dean but to save himself as well.

I always felt that John ripped out part of Dean's heart with that deal and those wispered words. I know he did it to save him, that he did it out of love but it took Dean a long time to realize that for himself. John knew that Sam needed Dean, that in eachother they would find salvation.

 Once again you brought tears to my eyes when Sam covered Dean's heart with his hand. I love hows Sam's touch, presence or voice seem to ground Dean.

Can't wait to read In the Light. I loved Ramble On and thought Abe was a great character. Until then. Have a great Holiday!

Gaelic,

 This chapter was fantastic.  Loved your Cliffe.  I have this immage of an old cowboy movie in my head... When you see they guy's hat floating down the river. Dum, dum dum!!! Oh and how Sam was going to jump in after Dean. Thank goodness for Abe pulling him back.

I felt so badly for Dean when Sam  broke his morning serentity with his need to talk but that scene was just so powerful.  You could just feel the electricity in the air.

Then the scene between Sam and Abe just about broke my heart. Abe recognized and understood Sam's pain. I love that he listened then added his advice. Then Abe told  Sam just how much Dean loved him. I think Sam forgets sometimes. 

So.... what is after our boys this time besides the idiots from the bar? Can't wait to find out.

 Gaelic,

First let me say YAY!!!!! Chapter four!!!! 

Then let me say HOLY CRAP! 

You've certainly outdone yourself this time.  You've left me reeling. Oh Sammy! 

There was so much going on in this chapter.  I loved the gore. Very creepy and well done.

Emotions were high with each character experiencing their private pain through the powerful influence of the Ikiryo. 

I love how Sam has made a study of  Dean and the way he can read his brother so well. The way you wrote that first scene in Maggie's kitchen was beautiful. How Sam knew just how much Dean was hurting. How he just held on and did his best to distract him from the pain. It's instictive the way one usually knows what the other needs and how they are always there for eachother. 

Abe was still looking at Sammy funny. Watch out for your brother. Don't let him out of your sight. Was he channeling BDW again to get Dean moving or does he know something that even Sam and Dean don't know?

And I know this is such a fangirl thing, but you had the brothers touching a lot. It makes me happy just reading it.

So, how many one pound bags of dark chocolate M&Ms can I send you for chapter five??!!!! I'm dying already. That thing just can't have Sam! 

Don't worry.... I'm hanging.

Brit

Gealic,

I finally figured out who Abe is to me. Have you ever seen any of the Free Willy movies? There is a Native American character named Randolf. He's my Abe! It didn't hit me until my son was watching the movie last night. Funny how the subconsious works!

This chapter was just WOW!!!

Yay Sammy! for having the strength to rid himself of the Ikyroh and I can't think of a better person for it to attack.... but now what? It sure ate through Sal fast and mighnt I say EEEEEWWW!

*Bites nails*

Now Sammy can take care of Dean and Bobby's there! So far, I love the way you write Bobby, so true to character.

Poor Dean. He's so hurt. How much more can our poor boy take? Yet he always wins in the end.

I wasn't expecting Yeats to die. Did the guilt make him kill himself or was it Claire?

I'm looking forward to reading more of Maggie's story.

Looking forward to the next chapter!

Brit

Holy Crow Gaelic! What's a bout with the flu when you're facing apendicitus and emergency surgery? Yikes!  I'm glad you're feeling much better and thank you for your kind words when I was under the weather. :)

 What a wonderful way to end this fantastic story. I had tears in my eyes almost the entire time. Oh these boys just break my heart and you write them so perfectly. I felt everything.

 Carry On Wayward Son... just embodies our boy's journey. After reading it in your story, I'm wondering if we will hear it again in two weeks. 

There's another song that kept playing in my head as I read this story. It's called My, My, My by Rob Thomas of Matchbox Twenty. 

My, my, my. Let your bright light shine. Let your words live on far beyond this life... beyond this life.

Hold onto anything. Everything's over and done. Has the fear taken over you? Tell me. Is that all you want to make up you life?

Time after time, you're fallin' behind. Hold onto me and never leave. Forever be what you mean to me right now. Don't you feel better now?

That's only part of the song but I couldn't get it out of my head while I was reading. If you haven't heard it, you should give it a listen. To me, it just fits.

 As always, thank you for sharing a piece of yourself with us. I feel so privilaged to get the chace to read your stories and let you know how much I enjoy them.  I can't wait for new stories and hope to "see" [imagine quoty fingers!] you over at tvguide.

Love, Brit

*Wipes away tear*

 What a wonderful story.

I always enjoy your holiday fics.