Hi Hun!  TeamHappyRob rules!  Beautifully written as always.  I'm sure it was difficult for you to write.  I loved the descriptions of Kris-she's so young and inexperienced.  Loved your take on his mates.  I've found out quite quickly that you can never please everyone.  There will always be people who want to complain-that is amplified when you're writing a RPF.  All you can do is stay true to who you are and where you want to take your story. 

 

Your gift is beautiful and a joy for all of us to read.  Never doubt that you have made an impact, and our days are brighter with your wonderful story. 

I'll be drooling over TopHatRob...wow...that is all.

Looking forward to your next update.

Cheers XO,

Leslie

Author's Response:

Thanks Leslie!

Your words made me cry! It means so much to me that you guys care (i know it sounds so SAlly Field, but i mean it)

We can't please everyone, try as we may. that's what makes the human race so interesting. We are all different. and RPFs are just one more thing for people to not like. But there are those few that appreciate them, and for them i am truly grateful. I do spend nights wondering if i really am that creepy weirdo that i am labeled as by people who hate our stories. And i respond by saying, no. I am not. 

so thanks. it helps when i hear it from others too... hahaha....

more soon! we're not done with Ventnor yet!

MWAH!

steph

Wow.  This was quite the chapter.  Was it difficult to write?  I'm currently working on weaving Kristen a bit more into my own story, but my feelings about her are so mixed, it's really been a bear.

I loved the interaction between Jen and the guys.  And Rob & Jen's fight really tugged at the heartstrings.

Kristen's behavior toward Jen in the pub was driving me nuts.  Jen handled it remarkably well.  (And, Jameson's is my favorite whiskey!)

I chuckled at all of Jen's descriptions of Kristen's various 'looks.'  Well done.

I admit, I'm not a big KStew fan; she's okay, but the 'beautiful but awkward/bored/snarky/twitchy' public persona is getting old.  However, if she is who makes Rob happy, who am I to complain?  As long as he's happy--right?  It's his business.

Can't wait for more!  Bel Ami Rob is a beautiful thing.

Author's Response:

Thanks my dear. 

This was an incredibly difficult chapter to write. On so many levels. Heartbreak for my Jen in the reality of Real Rob's world, on top of tryogn top weave this story around pictures that don't help the story line at all. 

So i took Jen as a woman who wasn't enamored of KStew. not because she had dated Rob. Jen is not a jealous person, as we will discover as he heads to Bel AMi land... hehehe But she is more mature, and remember, she is creative and observant. I think she appreciates quality work over what sells. Kristen is a good actress in her eyes, but she still has lots of room to grow-she is still young. Heck, Jen has issues with Rob's acting, which we will see soon as well. she'll let him know when he sucks. She's honest.

It's all about Happy Rob- whether it's ROBJEN ROB or ROBSTEN ROB, or WHATEVER ROB... as long as he's happy- I'm happy...oh course ROBSTEPH would make me happiest... but we all know THAT will never happen... hahahaha

thanks my dear! 

more soon!

MWAH!

steph

I must admit I felt a little weird about this chapter since it dealt with real events and the people in them...but your long-ass A/N did a great job of explaining why you wrote it the way you did.  I think you handled it extremely well and you certainly won't be losing me as a reader - I'm lovin' this story too much for that!!  Oh, and shower sex to boot - WOOHOO!!  Can't wait for the next chapter.....

Author's Response:

Thanks my dear. RPF's are difficult. and I am weaving a lot of real life events into this story. You'll see more as he has gone back to work. But just as i respect Rob and his privacy, i don't want to portray Kris or anyone else in a disrespectful fashion. Some of you may ask why i chose to make Nick such a prick.... You'll see... that will be explained and resolved very soon. 

I am glad to hear i won't be losing you. This story has been a journey for me. I'd hate to lose my fellow passengers!

ohyeah and shower sex... cuz i am a naughty girl. Sorry Rob... Forgive me?

Thanks my dear! more soon!

MWAH!

steph

Wow.

All I know of Liverpool is that it produced my favorite band. I can't wait to explore!

Author's Response:

HEEHEEE... you might just like Liverpool then...

can't wait for your next review... heeheehee

thanks my dear! looks like you might catch up today!

SQUEEE!

MWAH!

steph

It feels like a "slice of life"! I love it! I feel like I an shopping in London.

 

The conversations with Clare make me squirm! I never know what you are going to have her do or say! Keeps it very interesting!

Author's Response:

LOL! yeah, you can never tell with Clare... she's very protective of Rob, but maybe she knows what's good for him to?

YAY! for slice of life! I'd love to go shopping in London... and i hate to shop.... of course having Liz there would be hoot too! 

Thanks my dear!

MWAH!

steph

Oh my gawd, I can't take it.  I must get some sleep, but I can't stop reading.

Author's Response:

HAHA! Thanks hun!

i know it's always hard to stop for the night on a story when that little next button taunts us so!

Thanks for staying up late with ROBJEN!

thanks for the review!

MWAH!

steph

I absolutely love this story - it's effing amazing.

Author's Response:

Thank you so much! so glad to have you!

thanks for the read and review! it means the world to me! 

MWAH!

steph

When you are in humor mode, I can't stop laughing. This was a fun chapter.

Author's Response:

thanks my dear! i have to balance the angst and schmexy with a little humor! glad you like it! 

MWAH!

steph

I love the way you write relationships. They are all so unique and feel so ... possible. I may last one more chapter. Last night is catching up with me...or maybe it was the beer.

Author's Response:

thanks so much! i can only hope it is conveyed in the writing. thank you so much! 

hahha. yeah last night was pretty intense! and beer is always good!

thanks my dear!

MWAH!

steph

This was a really great chapter. I love watching them interact, because as I read your words I can see them playing it out in my head. Her calling him her boyfriend, and I got so excited when he said- we live together... Just the thought of how incredible she must feel hearing that.. I loved the dinner together and how they were quiet just looking at each other... sigh.

When she started freaking out about her age, I was wondering... PMS? ;) But I can see being worried a little about that.

And oh boy... did our girl just totally devour him? Yes, she did and it was hot!

Author's Response:

thanks my dear! 

they are really getting to know one another. getting a feel for how each reacts. and getting comfortable being together.

PMS...perhaps... and she needs to really get a grip on the fact that Rob really does love her and doesn't care. but i'd feel a little insecure myself...haha!

yep..devouring... that she did!

glad you liked it!

MWAH!

steph

I love it! The anticipation is almost unbearable!

Author's Response:

HAHA! thanks my dear! 

oh how i love anticpation!

glad you survived last night! 

MWAH!

steph

Okay. It got worse, then it got much better. You are safe

I can sleep now.

Author's Response:

phew... thank goodness! yes...please sleep... it gets much better from here on out... that's about as angsty as i can do...

thanks for getting thru it.. 

i think i owe you a could goodies for the pain and agony... i'll wait until you are safely teaching in the morning before i send them...

good night my dear! and thank you for hanging in there! 

MWAH!

steph

Oh, crap! How long is the next chapter? I have to at least start it...

Author's Response:

Oh god! i am crying for you now! it's long! It's long! don't hate me.. i think i have rewards for your suffering for these...

I know... these are the rough ones. hang in there... remember...there's 41 chapters....

Cowering in the corner... waiting for that review notification to know you survived.

Thanks for reading my dearest.

Steph