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Fate worse than death (Robert's idea actually) he read the original ending and said "OMG you suck!" He really helped me hammer out the details then I ran them all through Rustle for his approval so this really was a group effort. Even the readers played a big part with their encouragment! Thank you for reading!! :D KC

You...speachless??? I've gotta see that You never stop talking (jk...well not really) :lamo: Hey Rose, I'm so glad that you like this story. You know how much it means to me. I can't thank you enough for your support!

thanks Brian! I put a lot into this story, I'm just so happy to see how many people really liked it. You're honored to talk to a goofball like me? I'm just glad they let me stay around this place I fly below radar so I don't think they know that I'm here (wheew) or I would have deff been kicked out by now! LOL Thanks for reading and sticking with me and the story!

Hahaha-- there a rumor floating out there about some Novel length "Secrets Kill" anthology that should be posting very very soon I actually didn't participate in the anthology (this has been a difficult year) But I'm really looking forward to having some time to get caught up on my reading too Thanks for really liking this story. It means a lot to me. KC

I'm so glad to hear what you thought about the ending, Jammi It was intense. I was really worried that i would leave some kind of loose-ends and disappoint readers. If you get a chance, i really want to know what you think about the epilogue. Thanks again for all of your encouragment

How did I miss this??? You're sneaky slipping in stories while I'm away? Wayne, what a wonderful re-telling of an old story. Like you, I love fairytales but I like your ending better than the original... dang those wiley Grimm's

One word reviews are....AWESOME!!! Thanks Charlie!

Thanks Charlie, I think death would have been too easy for Amanda, I want her to suffer for a long looooong time! KC

I like that Amanda is still suffering 10 years later and hope she continues for the rest of her life. She deserves it! I plan on writing more with Gibby, if it do it will be far down the road. I have too many other projects already lined up. (hope you come back to my new story...hint, hint) I'll start posting my next story this fall. It's sad to see this one end but it was time and I hope everyone walks away satisified with the ending.

It sad to see this one end. This story meant a lot to me and I'm thrilled that it has gotten the response that the readers have given it. I am working on a new project for this fall. It takes me so long to write, edit, polish and get each chapter ready that I don't think I could post more than once a week, I think you understand I want to make sure that I'm posting my best quality work. Thanks for reading and enjoying this adventure with me and Gibby!

Thanks Kim, I'm glad you like it. I was really worried about the end and pullin this all together. Your reviews have been great!

Haha- all of that going on and you pick out the paperwork that will have to be done? Too funny! Thanks for reading.

The sounds filling the school slowly disappeared. Happy laughter, slamming lockers, squeaky tennis shoes quickly turned into a deafening silence as the last students hurried out of the building, heading home for the day, just like Gibby should have been doing. Home! Jonathan wouldn’t notice that Gibby never made it home from school for at least a few more hours. After the ducktape was ripped off and readjusted over his mouth, Gibby felt his hands being lifted off his chest as his wrists were

Epilogue – (10 Years Later) The woman, sitting in the plush leather chair, patiently waited. Her long blond hair was pulled into a sleek ponytail. Pale shimmery eye shadow and the slightest hint of pink lip gloss was a smart choice. She looked posh and confident, waiting for the man on the other side of the wide wooden desk to finish reviewing her qualifications. “Well, Mrs. Mitchell,” The man said looking up from the papers. “I’m sorry, Sir, but it’s Ms. Mitchell,” Shelby politely correct

I've been going to a Husband/Wife doctors for the last several years. I met them at work, they are young (close to my age) and connected with me and I really like both of them. If I just have a cold or something run-of-the-mill then it doesn't matter who I see but if it's something too personal or invasive then I usually make an appointment with the guy Andy, we take JJ to a large pediatric group that has both male and female doctors. For the longest time it didn;t matter to her or us who saw her but about 4 years ago when she had a UTI she threw a fit about talking to a male doctor. She had heard us talking about a urine sample and got very upset, we requested a female doctor and the staff was great about it. Since that was what made her more comfortable we just ask for one of girls now when we make an appointment. It's nice that we started out with a large practice so there is plenty of doctors to chose from On a side note: I have had patients ask for a female nurse many times, It has never offended me. The comfort of the patient always comes first!

Happy Birthday!!!

I know that I have become a better writer because of my beta/editor. There is so much that I've learned. Even the comments have changed over the last year+ that we have worked together as we mesh better on each new project. I want people to be honest with me. I know that not every piece of work is going to be a brilliantly breathtaking piece of golden literature...there are going to be a few turds mixed in there but that is what a good beta/editor can do is help you even when the story is crap...they can help you realize it. I've had stories that the plot disappears or it rambles or the characters fall flat and here is where a good beta will help you decide if you continue with major changes or scrap it and start new.

You are a self-torturing bugger now arn't you? I don't have enough self-control to wait! Me is very impatient...let me know if you crumple and give in KC

Well it's a good thing that I have answers, answers, answers for you...but you still have to wait until Monday like everyone else! LOL:D Thanks for reading Kim! KC

Haha That made me smile! The last thing I want to be is predictable! KC

Wow GJ, maybe I'll post the chapter and slip into hidding for a while, cause what is that old saying about not pleasing all of the people all of the time??? All I can do is beg that nobody actually kills me...I have more stories in me (good ones too...I think) I think I'm more valuable alive just on entertainment value alone! Thanks for reading (Gulab) Sorry, I couldn't resist but you did threaten to kill me

Jeez, more self-doubt, now you guys have me racing back to review what I wrote. I don't want to disappoint anyone...getting more nervous with every tick of the clock! Thanks TX I hope you like it

(KC reaches into his magic hat full of tricks!) From here on out it's anyone's guess

Great, now my self-doubt is starting to seep back in. I hope the ending isn't a flop. I worked really hard on it and want the readers to be satisfied. I'm so glad that you've been liking and reviewing along the way. I enjoy your insightful thoughts! The wait is nearly half over, only 4 more days. Thanks for reading Lisa!

It sad to see this one end, but it's time. I hope you like how I pull it all together at the end. Thanks so much for reading and reviewing. Angry ghost Just wait and see! KC