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Penname: Star [Contact]
Real name: Mandie
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Member Since: 08/11/08
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A star is wistful, beautiful. There are the things of which dreams are made of gems that we associate with a fantasy we love.

So when I wanted to give myself a name. The first thing that came to mind was star. It is the border between fantasy ands reality, made with just enough of the real to fascinate or tease out the bliss we all long for.

That bliss is what stories are made of. It’s the opportunity to set aside life and its hardships and remind ourselves that sometimes, just sometimes, dreams do come true

I originally hated Fanfiction (I know, I know...) until I discovered Supernaturalville Virtual Seasons and its ungen link with its talented writers. YOU GUYS ALL changed my mind! Now I'm hooked and occasionally post my own stories. Unfortunately with my hectic schedule I don't get to post often. But I love the vibe on this site, would recommend it to anyone!

So that's the point at which I'll say bye! Trust me, i can't get enough of this site!


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Reviews by Star
 
Summary: Past Featured StoryNever leave a wounded predator alive! It might come back later when you least expect and rip out your heart!
Categories: AU Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 6 Completed: Yes Word count: 20780
[Report This] Published: 25/12/06 Updated: 12/01/07


Reviewer: Star Signed
Date: 24/07/10 Title: Chapter 2: Chapter 2 - Motivation

okay! gordon Walker is seriously pissing me off. Great Chap Tree!

 
Reviewer: Star Signed
Date: 24/07/10 Title: Chapter 1: Premeditation

 the town buttoned-up tighter than a virgin's jeans

Loved this line! Enjoying the story so far!

 
Summary:

Making a deal with a Demon can be an unseemly business. Especially when you discover that the deal you've made has endangered your sons in ways you hadn't foreseen. Now they've grown up apart and unaware and things need to be set right. General AU oddness.

 

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Categories: AU Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 9 Completed: Yes Word count: 44413
[Report This] Published: 10/01/07 Updated: 07/03/07


Reviewer: Star Signed
Date: 28/07/10 Title: Chapter 2: Chapter 1

I love this story so far. Dean as a firefighter (always a protector just a legit paid one now!) and Sam, going to Stanford and a having a family. The bros have been separated, it broke my heart but I'm glad they met and just like Dean always saves Sammy he did it here! Perfect beginning!

Author's Response: I think if Dean hadn't been a hunter he would have been a firefighter or a cop or a soldier - a protector like you said. I really enjoyed writing this one, so I'm glad you're enjoying it too!

 
Reviewer: Star Signed
Date: 28/07/10 Title: Chapter 7: Chapter 6

I love the raindrops on Jensen Ackles eyes reference Irismay. totally beautiful! lol! Trying to see where this is going. I kinda like this universe though. Sam and Dean have each other, Sam has a family. Please don't take it away!

Lol! I know I'm a sucker for happy endings! And the great thing about this is to end my misery all i have to do is press next! Helps to read a story when its done!



Author's Response: Heh heh... I like happy endings too, so I hope this one doesn't disappoint!

 
Summary: The brothers go undercover once again, to destroy an evil spirit. 
Categories: General, Romance, Humor Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: Sara's Stories
Chapters: 6 Completed: Yes Word count: 14075
[Report This] Published: 27/04/07 Updated: 01/05/07


Reviewer: Star Signed
Date: 10/08/10 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Been trying to get this review done for days. Seems my internet is possessed and the masterplan of that black-eyed son of a b**** is to never let me review this story. Lol!

I'm not sure what gives you the opinion that I'm not as dangerous as my brother, but I suggest you change your mind. Seriously loved this line because people usually think because Sam chooses the path of least resistance that he is not as dangerous as Dean but I beg to differ.

But I kinda get where Deb is coming from because when you don't know Dean it often seems like if he is uncaring and brash and a hard-case.

Love this! Bring on the next chapter!

 
In Transit by devonshire Rated: T starstarstarstarstar [Reviews - 160]
Summary:

The boys are in for more than they bargained for when the hunt for a spirit brings them face to face with the elusive FTRA, and something else they weren't expecting. 

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Categories: General, Action Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 15 Completed: Yes Word count: 33093
[Report This] Published: 03/06/07 Updated: 05/11/07


Reviewer: Star Signed
Date: 05/08/10 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

I am having the weirdest case of deja vu with this story but I am really not that sure if I've read it before.

But that doesn't take away from its awesomeness. I'm a little worried about the fact that they have gone on a hunt so blind but we'll see...

Thanks for posting in the vaults! Thoroughly enjoying

 
Reviewer: Star Signed
Date: 05/08/10 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Sam's description of Dean is so apt. Its like all his self-preservation instincts are completely shot to hell when Sam is endanger.

The YED made it seem when he was possessing John that it was a want of self-worth but that doesn't sit right with me because when crunch time comes, when the sh** hits the fan, most people, everyone chooses themselves. I think it takes someone stronger feeling a stronger emotion to choose to help someone else. And Dean has that!

Great story.

 
Empath by ciel4 Rated: T starstarstarstarstar [Reviews - 201]
Summary: Past Featured StoryIt was just a little scar on Dean's shoulder. But it was about to turn Sam's whole world upside down.

Categories: General Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 7 Completed: Yes Word count: 15565
[Report This] Published: 16/07/07 Updated: 02/08/07


Reviewer: Star Signed
Date: 04/08/09 Title: Chapter 7: Chapter 7 Empath

I feel like cryin now! Dean! This was so deep. The link of dean's protectiveness and love for Sam with the gifts of an empath were astounding and well written. i love this story! This is brilliant and well thought out. beautiful and thought-provoking. I also love the line where Bobby say the only person who doesn't have to be scared of Dean is Sam.

This is awesome!



Author's Response: What a lovely review. Thanks Star!

 
Summary:

AHBL2 Missing Scene - from hug to hug

What Am I Supposed To Do (Ungen)

Awards 2008 Best Missing Scene


Categories: General, Missing Scenes Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 3 Completed: Yes Word count: 9385
[Report This] Published: 08/09/07 Updated: 11/02/11


Reviewer: Star Signed starstarstarstarhalf-star
Date: 18/02/11 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Wow... I haven't been to ungen in a while school has me ridiculously busy but now that i see this i am so glad i decided to check the website today! It still amazes me the talent that is on this site And this story has just been added to my greatest hits.

For me SPN has always been about the brotehrly love and a bond that transcends everything, and is so strong it defeats the greatest evil. This story is reminding me of that what i started to watch the show for...

Thanks!



Author's Response:

Hi, Mandie,

Hope school is going well.

I'm with you - for me the bond between the brothers is what keeps me watching. And this episode - well, the two episodes, showcases how much the brothers mean to each other. Sam's utter relief when he finally hears Dean's voice, so much so that he turns his back on an enemy in order to get to his brother. And Dean, brushing the hair from his dying baby brother's eyes and shattering to pieces with Sam's death.

It was a hard episode to watch, and a bit of a hard story to write given the depth of emotion. But the journey was worth it, and we're thrilled at the response.

Thanks so much for reading.

Jules

 
Summary: A paranormal psychologist wants to study Ghost Hunting so she asks Dean and Sam if she can come along on a few of their hunts.  While with them she begins to look into the psyche that is Dean and Sam Winchester.
Categories: General, Action Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 11 Completed: Yes Word count: 46520
[Report This] Published: 03/12/07 Updated: 07/12/07


Reviewer: Star Signed
Date: 16/08/10 Title: Chapter 2: Chapter 2

This story is very interesting!

Lately I have been reading a lot of stories where Dean has been misunderstood and it's true because of his rough exterior few people get the real Dean until they get to know him.

Abby's character is definitely great. Adding a scientist to SPN, who knew?

And I loved the silent communication between Dean and Sam reminds me of the look when the saw the suicidal teddy bear. That was funny.

Bring on the next chapter!



Author's Response:

I love the silent communications.  Its something I try to convey in my stories on occassion.

When I wrote this it was all about showing who these guys were to outsiders but not necessarily someone who was having a horrible experience. 

Thanks for reading and reviewing.

Kim

 
Reviewer: Star Signed starstarstarstarhalf-star
Date: 16/08/10 Title: Chapter 11: Chapter 11

I loved the ending. it was kinda bittersweet for me. I'm sorry Abby lost her fiance but if he couldn't accept that life changes people he didn't deserve her.

I'm glad she got to see our boys for who they really were especially Dean.

I was thinking, you know, just a thought ;) that if Abigail was to ever need Dean and Sam agin I'd be more than happy to read that story too (hint! lol!).

Great story overall. So sorry and yet glad it is over.



Author's Response:

It was a bittersweet ending for me too but necessary.  Clearly she couldn't continue hunting with them or on her own and her finance jst wasn't getting it. 

I loved exploring Dean in this story since he's judged so superficially by so many people. 

You're not the first person to hint that they would like to see Abby back and I even went so far as to write the first chapter.  It involved Dean's return from Hell but then I got Kripke'd and my premise of a hunt that involved a girl that could hear angels was taken over by Anna.  I'm not writing fanfiction any longer but if the urge ever hits me to continue Abby's story, I'll be sure to post it here.

Thanks for reading and reviewing.  I really appreciate it.

Kim

 
To The Rescue by lostatc Rated: T starstarstarstarstar [Reviews - 86]
Summary: Past Featured StoryDean and Sam get a desperate phone call from Ben Braeden in the middle of a hunt.
Categories: General, Action Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: Ben Braeden Winchester
Chapters: 16 Completed: Yes Word count: 65236
[Report This] Published: 09/12/07 Updated: 13/12/07


Reviewer: Star Signed starstarstarstarstar
Date: 12/09/10 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

I am seriously a sucker for the boys with a kid. The way how Ben is treated by Sam and Dean in your Ben Series just goes with everything they are. They are caring and loving and stern, all the things a good parent is. Loved how Hendrickson saw the routine and how Ben fit into that as well as the point that he made that John Winchester had trained his sons to be better than him.But I have to say that I am  not necessarily a fan of Bobby in your stories. His characterisation seems unduly harsh and the way Dean is so mistrustful of him. It works for your story though. Sam is a great uncle and would make a great dad I think.And the way Dean acts with Ben shows a side of Dean Winchester that I love. The court scene was my favourite scene  because we saw character developments in that procession that I could not ignore. An awesome read all in all. And I love the fact that it’s all done so I don’t have to wait for an update! Off to read the next story!

Author's Response:

I was never particularly a sucker for the guys with a child but the idea of Ben being Dean's son really grabbed hold with me. 

I'm to defend my Bobby.  At the time that I wrote this I was still very stuck on the fact that in season two it seemed to me that someone knew what they guys were doing and that it could only really be either Bobby, Ellen or Jo.  I was casting doubt on all of them because it increased tension.  I think, given that information about the guys was getting out, that Dean would be very hesitant about exposing Ben to anyone.  As a writer, it causes a reaction in readers when you bring beloved characters into doubt.  I don't know how much of the rest of this you've read but I think I do Bobby justice by the end.

Thank you so much for a detailed and insightful review.  I agree with you, I wrote a different Bobby but that Bobby was from Dean's not-so-trustworthy point of view.  Dean was nervous, scared and cautious - only years of conditioning enable him to trust Sam - given seasons 4 and 5 (I started this at the beginning of season 3) I doubt Dean would be that trusting of Sam when it comes to Ben.

Again.  Thanks.

Kim

 
Choices by lostatc Rated: T starstarstarstarstar [Reviews - 102]
Summary:

This story takes place immediately after my story "To The Rescue" and incorporates "Sword and Shield." Dean and Sam discover why Mary apologized to Sam during the Episode "Home."

Katric, my Beta!  You are the best and when everyone notices the definite improvement to my writing, it's all due to you.

Banner by bulletbabe - more thanks than I can express!

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Categories: AU Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: Ben Braeden Winchester
Chapters: 14 Completed: Yes Word count: 107827
[Report This] Published: 30/01/08 Updated: 24/03/08


Reviewer: Star Signed starstarstarstarstar
Date: 06/09/10 Title: Chapter 14: Chapter 14

I am completely and utterly totally in love with this story. It’s a lot of emotion, a lot of mythology and the addition of Ben to the Winchester clan is epic.

It really struck me how detailed you were in pointing out the changes that Ben has wrought on the Winchester’s routine. And Sam serving as another parent filling in where Dean cannot. It was really nice.

I never thought that shooting a shotgun with one hand would break your wrists.

There were many moments that had be saying awwwwwwwwww and a few choice words came out of my mouth when Amelia was cleansing Ben! The broken Dean when he thought Ben was dead was the most awful thing and I have to say you portrayed it well.Great read!

Author's Response:

I'm glad you liked it.  It was a fun story to write, the series was fun too.  I set the length of this story as a challenge to myself, I wanted fine details.  It took a long time and a lot of exhausting work.  It was worth it though.

A shot gun is actually nicnamed a wrist breaker.  They can't be shot one handed without damaging the wrist, even for an adult.  Gun enthusiasts generally laugh at TV shows where people fire shot guns one handed. 

Amelia was a fun character, one of my most evil.  I liked the idea of an old woman being so powerful.  Old people are almost as creepy as little kids.

Thanks for the review, I really appreciate it.

lostatc

 
Summary: Another of my Ben Braeden Winchester stories.  The Winchesters are in the wilds trying to figure out what it is they are hunting.
Categories: General, Action Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: Ben Braeden Winchester
Chapters: 8 Completed: Yes Word count: 54291
[Report This] Published: 24/04/08 Updated: 13/06/08


Reviewer: Star Signed starstarstarstarhalf-star
Date: 14/09/10 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Another great story. I love Ben's integration into the Winchester family. I particularly like this story because of the conflict between Sam and Dean about Ben. I was wondering when that would happen.

Also SNAFU and FUBAR caught my eye. So funny! lol!

Again great story!



Author's Response:

It was bound to happen, wasn't it?  The conflict that is.  Dean and Sam will always be two different people with very different views on life.  Its one of the reasons I wrote these stories, in order to look at Dean and Sam via how they would raise a child.

SNAFU and FUBAR - my two favorite terms that I learned from my husbands military career.

Thanks again.

Kim

 
White Room by bjxmas Rated: T starstarstarstarstar [Reviews - 107]
Summary:

Dean survived Hell and was on the road to recovery, but for every surge forward he’d fall back a step or two. His frustration at not being whole was growing. He wasn’t the man he used to be. Would he ever be that man again?

 

No Rest for the Wicked tag.

 

 


Categories: AU, Missing Scenes Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: Life, Love, Loss and other Wonders of the Universe
Chapters: 20 Completed: Yes Word count: 68570
[Report This] Published: 15/05/08 Updated: 05/11/08


Reviewer: Star Signed
Date: 14/08/10 Title: Chapter 11: Chapter 11 - Just Another Saturday Night

I am so glad Dean finally got out. I was a little afraid of the torture Meg would inflict and the fact that she enjoyed it so much, that...

Well I'll say now that I'm enjoying your hell. The seeming reprieve Dean gets from physical torture only to be brought low by mental one. And the way the demons taunt him...I imagine that's what SPN hell would be like if we'd been given more detail. I also love the use of the biblical verses to get across some of the more potent imagery.

Sam's pain too struck me to the heart as well as Bobby's. You really showed his deep care for the Winchesters without belaboring the point.

Wee!Dean, boy was he harsh to grown up Dean but I guess it makes sense. I liked the interaction especially as Dean didn't know who he was and I loved the charge when he accused Dean of never paying attention to him.

Great Read!



Author's Response:

Thanks so much!  It is awesome to get such a lovely review on an older story.

While it was hard seeing Dean being tortured and abused in Hell, it was also very interesting to imagine what kind of torture would hurt him the most.  Dean can take physical pain, he is tough and determined, but what has always most hurt him is the emotional stuff.  Feeling like he wasn't the man Dad wanted him to be, feeling that his family would leave him.

When I was writing this I had no idea Kripke would actually go there with angels and God in his universe.  He was always so adamant that God wasn't a part of his Supernatural world, and yet so many signs pointed to heavenly intervention and really, who deserves to be saved by God more than a Winchester?

I always see the love and devotion between Sam and Dean and I knew losing Dean would trigger so much pain and regret.  While this story focuses more on Dean, the pain Sam and Bobby also felt was immense.

I loved writing wee!Dean fighting for himself.  Dean does need to practice self-care and in his rush toward manhood and his need to protect Sam, he did neglect his own desires and needs.

I am very proud of this story, it seems to have come together very well.  I am so glad you are enjoying it, thanks again, B.J.

 
Summary:

 A month after Madison and San Francisco, Sam and Dean are checking out an animal attack in the capitol of Texas. References to Heart.

Many, many thanks to bulletbabe for the awesome banner!!

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Categories: General, Action Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 3 Completed: Yes Word count: 8669
[Report This] Published: 29/05/08 Updated: 11/06/08


Reviewer: Star Signed starstarstarstar
Date: 06/09/10 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1 Gone to Texas

The hand game...I really loved it. I honestly wasn’t expecting that scene at the end of the hunt but it was completely memorable for me. I even want to play the hand game with my nieces and nephews. It is really sweet.

Great hunt. Great fun. great brotherhood. Lovely story.

Author's Response:

Hi Star,

Thanks so much for reading and reviewing. Glad you liked the story and the hand game;-) I like the idea of you passing it on to the next generation, too.

Ah, and thanks for the stars, Star;-)

Sue 

 
Summary:

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Bobby calls Sam and Dean for help hunting a demon that demands human life. When Dean becomes a victim, Sam struggles to save his injured brother before Dean is lost forever. Hurt!Dean. Dark fic. Not death fic


Categories: General Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 13 Completed: Yes Word count: 53807
[Report This] Published: 03/07/08 Updated: 08/01/09


Reviewer: Star Signed starstarstarstar
Date: 12/09/10 Title: Chapter 1: Pale Ghosts and Frightful Shades

Let me just say I enjoyed this story thoroughly.

It’s interesting that without Dean Sam doesn’t cope, he’s a shadow of the person he usually is. For as much as Sam longs for or needs the momentary peace from Dean when Dean is gone he gets edgy angsty and he shuts down. You writing was great in the whole, “it’s just another victim” from Sam and the toll that having Dean but not having him was having on him. The moment when he broke down was pure emotion for me. Great story!

 
Sam's Special Day by Tidia Rated: K starstarstarstarstar [Reviews - 7]
Summary: It is five year old Sam's Special Day at school, and Dean gets to spend one class period with his brother.
Categories: Wee!chester, AU Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Completed: Yes Word count: 1121
[Report This] Published: 07/07/08 Updated: 07/07/08


Reviewer: Star Signed
Date: 02/07/10 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

This is really beautiful. I love the whole, Sam as a kindergartener and the entire class knowing Dean because of his bond with Sam. Really sweet. Thanks for this!

 
Summary: Past Featured Story

Have you ever been bored? Cornered by a dull co-worker and their latest sick poodle story? Or stuck waiting for The Bus That Never Came? Are you in desperate need of a daydream but your brain is refusing to co-operate?

Do you need to imagine Dean doing something inexplicably sexy but don’t have time to work out the details yourself?

Well then, step this way and read these little one shots. Simply pick your favourite scenario and slot yourself into it. It’s like a Virtual Reality game, but without the cumbersome helmet.


Categories: One Shots, Romance Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 16 Completed: Yes Word count: 13399
[Report This] Published: 26/07/08 Updated: 05/10/08


Reviewer: Star Signed starstarstarstarstar
Date: 12/08/10 Title: Chapter 1: Pickled Pig's Feet

W-O-W! I kinda needed that! Be still my beating heart... I think I am about to swoon, this was... breathtaking (literally!). Please please let the others be this...hot!

 
Reviewer: Star Signed starstarstarstarstar
Date: 12/08/10 Title: Chapter 2: Grease Monkey

uh...uh...(continues to stutter as words escape). Uh... Right! Wow! Heat and sweat-treaked Dean, every girl's fantasy (well at least mine! ;) definitely mine!)

 
Reviewer: Star Signed
Date: 12/08/10 Title: Chapter 3: Pipe Dreams

I think I'm gonna stop reviewing because here I thought myself so articulate but given the image you've just imprinted on my mind of Dean's gorgeous and I mean damn! gorgeous body, I have to say I feel pretty speechless!

 
Play Me by Smudge93 Rated: K starstarstarstarstar [Reviews - 14]
Summary:

Set after the end of Season Three, Sam's cleaning out the Impala to take his mind off of things.

No real spoilers.

Supernatural is the property of CW and Mr Kripke.


Categories: General, One Shots, Misc Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Completed: Yes Word count: 806
[Report This] Published: 29/07/08 Updated: 29/07/08


Reviewer: Star Signed
Date: 12/08/10 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

This does really sound like a Dean thing to do and I loved it. if it is one person who knows Sammy it is Dean! Loved this!

 
The Key by TozaBoma Rated: T starstarstarstarstar [Reviews - 25]
Summary:

 

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There was only one thing that could break Dean's deal. And that was The Key...

Special guest appearances and more than a few liberties taken. As the good Doctor likes to say: "I'm sorry, I'm so sorry." Just because you can, doesn't mean you should! But seriously, who could resist?

CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR SEASONS 1 - 3 ONLY!

 


Categories: General, Humor Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 7 Completed: Yes Word count: 17922
[Report This] Published: 30/07/08 Updated: 17/08/08


Reviewer: Star Signed
Date: 03/08/10 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

So did not see the crypt-key/Kripke relation coming. Enjoying so far!

 
Hope by penmin Rated: K+ starstarstarstarstar [Reviews - 14]
Summary:  

Sam stood and watched the water in the raging river.  He could throw himself in, end it all now. Would he be with Dean then? Would the pain end? Then he heard a child's voice screaming.

 

Set very early season 4.  I don't read or do spoilers.


Categories: General, One Shots Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Completed: Yes Word count: 996
[Report This] Published: 06/08/08 Updated: 06/08/08


Reviewer: Star Signed starstarstarstar
Date: 04/08/10 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Finally found it back! LOST YOU FOR A MINUTE. Great, excellent, maginificent, story. Made me melancholic and surprising hopeful all at the same time. 

And I'm glad the Sammy had proof that it wasn't just his mind playing tricks and that Dean gave him hope.



Author's Response:

for some reason I missed replying to this sooo sorry! I always appreciate comments however long aftre the story has been posted.

Jacq 

 
Summary: Sam's thoughts in the end of NRFTW. Warning: Character Death!
Categories: One Shots Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Completed: Yes Word count: 1001
[Report This] Published: 13/08/08 Updated: 14/08/08


Reviewer: Star Signed
Date: 03/08/10 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

It's beautiful. Sam working through his pain and feeling undeserving of Dean's sacrifice. Really powerful one this one but you handled it well.

Author's Response: Thanks, I'm really happy that you liked it. It was really something that wrote itself as soon as I let it. Hugs, Vonnie