New Fic- Never A Night Like This (AU)

[PJ Freak]

This is so great!!!! Although I'm sad for Willow's absence I'm still in love with this fic.



I like the idea of Tori and Dawn fianlly getting to it... I've been wanting that to happen for a looong time.



And well I just hope those 30 days go by fast so we can all have Willow back with her girls



Isa

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Pacey and Joey's Creek

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[fairydust]

Phone sex is only fun until you get a $2000 phone bill anyhoo, its more fun now..um..not that...i'd...know

Loved it Holly want more now

I LOVE MY KARE-BEAR

[The Rose24]

You aren't going to have a love scene between Tori and Dawn are you? I really do not want to read something like this between two teenage minors. *shudder*

Tara: My heart doesn't stutter.


Tara: Willow, I got so lost.

Willow: I found you. I will always find you.

Edited by: The Rose24  at: 6/20/03 8:03 pm

[Taras Shadow]

The Rose24: No...I'm won't be doing a love scene between Tori and Dawn. Strictly based on their ages. Anything graphic between two minor teens is a little shudder-worthy. I hear you on that.



Through out this fic, Tori and Dawn's relationship blossomed really well and the tension between them is almost unbearable. Although I may imply things leading up too their choices about love-making...there will be no graphic love scene between the two.



I have one hell of a challange ahead of me too write these two as the story continues. But I'll do my best not to disappointment any kittens. Just bear with me here, and I'm sorry if any of you wanted to see this scene unfold. Forgive me.



As for Willow and Tara...Willow's return is only updates away. I promise.



Thank you.



~Holly~



Some advice, okay? Just don't point your fuckin' finger at crazy people! - Lisa Rowe - Girl, Interrupted

[the vamp nurd]

See above no more questions your honor.



the or kiss the geek

Sorry I missed church, I was busy becoming a lesbian and worshiping Satan



Bardlet no #27

[Grimlock72]

Weeellll.... the update-frequency of this fic certainly varies a lot, heh. But it's good to this story is still going strong, yes it is.



Willow's trip to australia made me wonder about her work in general. Surely she'll have more not-so-close-by work related trips in the future. As far as I know models of her level travel quite a lot. And for some reason I doubt all the model-shoots are done near Sunnydale .



It's nice of Jessica to take-over for Willow, won't the girls in her group be dissappointed though ? Kinda sad, some of them were so excited to have Willow be there groupleader .



The good part is of course that Willow gets to see Hadley sing. She has to get some sleep before that though, or catch-up in-flight. Can't have her fall asleep at a rather bad time :-).



Hmm, so you're updating "Tainted" as well ?? Must go re-read that one a bit then since it has been a while.



Grimmy

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"You hurt Tara," Willow said too calmly. "The last one who tried that was a god. I made her regret it." -- Unexpected Consequences by Lisa of Nine

[Taras Shadow]

Okay...I'm so upset and fed up with my computer. *sighs* I have a very short part to put up. It was longer, but my computer shut down and I lost most of it because duh... Holly forgets to save things! Anyway, I reall hope this ties you ever for a while. Enjoy!



Washi - I will still try and get as many updates up as possible before you leave. *hugs*



Author: Taras Shadow

Disclaimer: All characters belong to Joss Whedon, ME, UPN…except for Tori, Hadley, Jessica Paris, and Orlando and other non-Buffy characters-they belong to me

Feedback: Yes please, everything is welcome

Pairings: W/T, X/A, B/F D/Tori

Rating: PG-13

Summary: Willow is one of the hottest models in the world. When she comes home for her holiday, she meets a nice family that is new to Sunnydale. Can she find love, and continue her much loved career? This is an AU fic. There will be a little angst between some characters, but nothing big for I want to keep the angst issue light. Thoughts are in < >





~Part 38a~

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Hadley looked up at the big oak tree and squinted her eyes as the sun shone through the branches. “Mama? Is the moon shining where mommy is?”



Tara sat on the blanket where the scoobies had their picnic. Faith and Buffy were over behind another tree, while Anya, Xander, and Dawn threw a frisbee around. “Well, it’s noon here, so yes, the moon would be shining brightly where mommy is now.”



Brady barked as she tried to catch the frisbee, running back and forth between the throwers. Hadley giggled as she watched the dog get dizzy from the confusion. “My play is next week. Did you know that?” Hadley asked excitedly. “My teacher let me practice my song yesterday, and she told me that I didn’t need anymore practice.” The little girl beamed.



“Oh sweetie, that’s good. You do have an amazing voice, especially for a girl your age, very beautiful.” Tara pulled her daughter onto her lap. “So, what do you think we can get Anya and Xander for their unborn baby?”



Hadley thought about it for a moment. “A rocking chair?” She looked at her mama with bright blue eyes.



“I think Xander already made one. How about…” Tara thought about it.



“A dream box!” Hadley squealed. “The baby will need it when she or he gets older.”



“You know, that’s not a bad idea. We’ll run it by Anya and Xander first.” Tara kissed Hadley on the forehead. “So about Will…mommy,” She corrected herself, “what should we get her when she comes home in three weeks?”



“A big ol’ kiss and estasy!” Hadley giggled.



Tara smirked and tickled her daughter. “How did I know you were going to say that?” She laughed.



“No, we are naming the baby after your first boyfriend.” Xander grumbled. “Besides, what the hell kind of name is Tozar, anyway?”



Hadley slapped her hand over her mouth. “Xander said H-E double hockey sticks.”



“Xander, what did I tell you about using that kind of language.” Tara teased, raising an eyebrow.



“Sorry mom, won’t do it again.” Xander hung his head and sat cross legged beside Hadley, who was giggling non-stop.



Anya looked at the little blonde and smiled to herself. She shrieked and clung to her fiancé. “Hadley’s evil.” She whispered.



“What?” Xander looked at her. “She is not.”



“No, not the Maclay Hadley, but our Hadley.” Anya hissed. “What if I give birth to a demonic bunny? How can I love a demonic bunny when I absolutely hate Easter bunnies…sure I shag like one but…BUNNIES!”



“First of all…we’re name our child Hadley now?” Xander shook his head and put his arm around his blonde. “Honey, we are not going to have a demonic baby. You’re naturally a human, just because you’ve lived your life as a vengeance demon for over a thousand of years, doesn’t mean you’re going to give birth to one.”



Anya looked at him. “You promise?”



Xander smiled softly. “Yeah, I promise.”



Dawn came running up and sat next to Tara. “Tori gets off at five.”



“Gets off?” Faith smirked. “At five? That’s what I thought you were for.” She was elbowed by Buffy. “Ow, what?”



Dawn ignored the comment and continued. “So is it okay of she goes shopping right after?”



Tara giggled. “I think that’d be best, seeing as she is at the mall already, working.”



“Buffy…are you and Faith meeting us there?” Dawn asked, taking a grape that Hadley handed to her. ‘Thank you’ she mouthed to the little blonde.



“Yes, we’ll be there.” Buffy curled up beside Faith.



“Can I come Dawn?” Hadley asked, batting her long eyelashes. “I want to shop for a pretty Angel dress.”



Tara smiled and pulled Hadley onto her lap. “Honey, I thought you and I were going to go home and make dinner together, and dress up Brady.”



Hadley smiled brightly and nuzzled into her mama’s embrace. “Oh yeah!”

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Charlie sat in Willow’s room, watching the red head slowly unpack. “You know Rosenberg, you’ve been here for almost a week already, and you’re just unpacking now?”



“If I unpack everything, then that means I…am not going home for a long while and I want to avoid that feeling.” Willow mumbled.



“Oh come on Willow. Cheer up. You’re all with the sad, and I don’t want you to be sad and feeling down. Ours girls look up to you.” Charlie stepped closer to the red head.



“Us.” Willow smiled and looked at Charlie.



“No, you. My girls are always asking questions about you.”



Willow raised an eyebrow. “Really? Cool.” She smiled.



Charlie looked at the red head. “Well, I think I’m going to go down to the lounge and chat up that cute guy at the bar…the bar tender. Why do they have a bar tender here anyway is beyond me, but he is fine, so no complaints. Night.”



“Night, have fun. Don’t do anything I wouldn’t do.”



Charlie smirked and went out the door. Willow sighed and looked at the frame beside her bed. Hadley, Tori and Tara all curled up on Willow’s couch.



“Willow? Someone’s here for you in the lounge.” Charlie came back in, smirking a bit.



Willow followed the other model downstairs to the lounge, she took a second look and her eyes grew wide for a moment. “Jessica?” Willow frowned a bit, but she was also happy to see her friend. “How are you?”



Jessica moved forward and hugged her ex girlfriend. “I’m….good. How are you?”



Willow shook her head a bit. “I’m alight…”



“But a little puzzled as too why I am here?” Jessica smiled a bit. “You were always so expressive.”



Willow laughed a bit and grabbed Jessica’s suitcase. “And same with you. You need to talk?” She asked quietly.



“Well yes. But that’s not the reason I travelled across the world.” The tall brunette followed Willow upstairs.



“Is everything okay?” Willow asked once they got into Willow’s room.



“Yes and no…I needed a break from North America. Plus…I felt in the spirit of giving.” Jessica smiled and sat down on the edge of Willow’s bed. “Also, a lot went down back home.”



“Is everyone okay?” Willow felt like Jessica was talking in riddles.



“I’m fine…the family is fine. Willow? Why are you here?” She asked a bit puzzled. “I mean, from what I gathered, you weren’t about to go anywhere without Tara and the little one.”



Willow shrugged a bit. “I have to make money. This pays good money and besides, I’m committed to this, you know that.”



“It’s Thanksgiving next week…you should be with your family.” Jessica smiled.



“So should you.” Willow raised her eyebrows.



“I went over my Christmas list for people. And I know that you’re Jewish and such, but I couldn’t figure out what would make you more happier then anything. Then it hit me, you’re away from your family next week, this whole month, and obviously you’re not happy. So…I took time out of my schedule to give you my gift, towards you and your family.” Jessica took a deep breath and watched as Willow frowned, trying to process everything in.



“You mean…you came ALL the way from Canada, here, to Australia just too give me my gift?” Willow scratched her forehead lightly. Not quite grasping what Jessica was getting at.



“Willow…I love you. You know that. We’ve been through a lot together and we still are very good friends. You were always the one person I can count on to help me get through bad days. And being in this business…we both know that there are a lot of bad days. Now…I want to give something back to you. I want you to pack up your bags, say bye to all your girls and go home. Let me take care of this.” Jessica said in a tender tone. Her eyes softened when Willow stared blankly at her.



“Jess…I can’t…what about your family…your…”



“Never mind about me Will. Like I said, I needed a break, please…just go.” Jessica didn’t want to go through things again with the red head. Her feelings towards her ex were still huge but she never let that stand in the way of their friendship. She truly wanted Willow happy, and just seeing her now, she knew Willow wasn’t happy about being away from the States.



“But Mr. Caron…”



“I talked with him already. He knows. And he’s also afraid of losing you in the business…so he allowed me to take over. I hope that’s okay.”



Willow shot up from the bed and hugged Jessica. “You are an angel!” She smiled and kissed her cheek. “I should call Tara…and Hadley…wait, no…I won’t. I’m going to surprise them. Yup, that’s what I am going to do! Oh Goddess, I should pack….but it’s late. So I should sleep first, then pack in the morning. No…maybe I should tell the girls first, introduce them to you…then pack. Crap! I have to book a flight…okay, so this is how my day is going to go…”



Jessica laughed as she watched the red head pace the room, working out her days events.

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~Holly~



Some advice, okay? Just don't point your f*ckin' finger at crazy people! - Lisa Rowe - Girl, Interrupted

Edited by: Taras Shadow  at: 6/22/03 2:55 pm

[bluewillowwitch]

Holly,

Great update! I can't wait for the next! It was so great. I'm glad that gets to go home to and Hadley and everyone. I'm greedy I know but update please!?





bluewillowwitch

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"Fate keeps on happening."--Anita Loos

[YMKA]

Hey Holly!



I just LOVE your story....Every single update...

and some and



I really love the way you are writing Hadley...with the innocence of the child... most adults don't have it....they lost their innocent (some might call it naive) view of the world to all the rules that you HAVE to follow and the way you HAVE to see the world...

Love it...

[JustSkipIt]

Hey Holly,



Great job with some ensuing happiness! Willow's going home! I'm so happy to see not only a happy part but that you are posting so regularly. I'm sorry about the computer problems. That's a bummer. Great job. Debra

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Well there's not even breathing room between pleasure and pain. -- Aerosmith.

[shuyaku]

Woo Hoo - Willow's going home Having Jessica take over for her was a terrific idea. The girls may be a bit upset at first, but she is just as well known a model - so it works out great for everyone. And surprising Tara and Hadley is going to be



Great update (it's not quantity, it's quality )

-shuyaku

[mandyanyone]

*bounces*..woo hoo...WILLOW'S GOING HOME!!!!!!



*hugs holly tight*...you're so great...



I love you, I love you, I love you..yay yay yay yay



*bounces around*...woo hoo woo hoo woo hoo

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Last night I looked up at the stars..And matched each one with a reason why I love you..I was doing great, but then I ran out of stars

[The Rose24]

Yay!!!! I am ecstatic Willow is going home. I have to wonder about Jessica's intentions though.

Tara: My heart doesn't stutter.


Tara: Willow, I got so lost.

Willow: I found you. I will always find you.

[nika]

I loved the last two updates. The phone sex was sizzling HOT and this last part was sweet. I'm cause Willow's going home to her girls, she's obviously miserable without them.

[Washi]

Woo and Hoo! Willow's going home! She's gonna catch Hadley's play!

Thanks Holly!

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"See? I've mastered this tact crap." Anya in Tears Of The Goddess by Lisa

[Eternal Phoenix]

Holly!

you are awesome? Willow is going hoooommeeee wheeeeee



this was a very cute update and now i love jessica! that was so nice of her! hey! we are gonna see Had's play!



Now is Willow taking a break for a week? or going back completely? it is her job after all...



Keep them coming!



Phoenix

[the vamp nurd]

Yay



Ah exs can't live with 'em can't live with out 'em

Sorry I missed church, I was busy becoming a lesbian and worshiping Satan



Bardlet no #27

[Stroke of Luck]

Yay Willow flys home

A big thank you to her ex girlfriend



Wow what an update Holly that was great more pls.



Cu

SoL/Natti



This is a duet, Amber! You need to sing!"- Tony

[Grimaldi]

great update



that was very nice of Jessica to do that for Willow, now Willow won't have to miss Hadley's play

I'm not stealing, I'm just taking things without paying for them. In what twisted dictionary is that stealing?
Oh, relax, Casper, I'm not here to interrupt your blissing. Too much makes you go blind, though, you know

[snuggle79]

Woo & Hoo!!! Jessica's the best!!! Wow.

Willow's going to see her girls again!! Yay!

Great update!

snuggle79

I hate the way you make me feel

[Shadow]

i like this! Willow going home.

can't wait for her to surprise her family.



also, Anya...



take all the time you need for the next update (just not too much) just hit ctrl + s every now and then...



Shadow

We don't need lists of rights and wrongs, tables of do's and don'ts: we need books, time and silence.

Thou shalt not is soon forgotten, but Once Upon A Time lasts forever.



Philip Pullman

[Ginner WTluv]

Holly, girl, you rock!! I bow down to your greatness This update was awesome!! Willow gets to go home!! And in time for Hadley's play!! (which i can't wait for!)

Can't wait for the next part! I love this fic!



~ Jen

I'd like to take a moment to talk about something that's happened lately. I'm also in love. It's a very special thing and I'm really rather proud of it. Yes, I'm in love with my own breasts. I feel no personal shame about this; in fact, I think this is the one. It's going to last. ~ Ruth

[Cindipitude]

Great job on the update! i especially liked Anya's whole "Hadley's evil!" comment. LOL...just too cute and I can SOOO see that.

I'm loving the fact that Willow is gonna make it home to surprise her girls..that was really awesome of Jessica. I do wish we had a bit more background as to what gave her this idea. Obviously she needed a break from things going on in her life, but I would loved to have seen a lil heart to heart between the two of them. Willow wants to get home to her girls, but she will always be Jessica's friend and in her corner...just the kind of person she is

Heh.. and ok yes...you know me.. too nosy for my own good

But you love me anyways, right?

Great job sweetie....I have no idea how you keep all these plots and storylines separate in your head...but I do know that all Kittens are in for continued treats of Holly goodness

Cindi

"Accents are great! I especially love hearing the Canadian 'O'- ME

[PJ Freak]

SHE'S GOING HOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!





WOO-HOO!!!!!!!!!!



I can't even begin to tell you how happy I am!! I love you!! lol..



PLEASE update soon...



Isa

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[littlecrazy80]

Willow´s going home!



to Jessica.



*lil´c*

Let´s get happy and let´s be gay. germany´s grand prix song



Check this out

[Taras Shadow]

Here's some replies! WILLOW'S GOING HOME!



Grimmy:

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Well, yes. Naturally, but I think I've found a way to make up for her leaving. I think. Still working on the next part.



About Willow's modelling career. You're insightful on these things Grimmy, I'm muchly impressed and it's good to see you again. Willow's journey through out her career, consisted of travelling, making it to as many photo-shoots, and fashion things she could because that's all she really had going for her. She made time for the gang and for everyone else who needed her, but it was like there was a void in her life. Until Tara and Hadley. And now she doesn't want to do anything that'll ruin the relationship with her new family. No one ever said love is easy, and Willow's learning that now. The travelling...later on in the story/sequel, things will start to fold out with her career, and her family. She's deal with both quite well and it's possible that Hadley and Tara go on many trips with the gorgeous red head. It's all in my head for now.



Thank you for reading.



Grace!: Heh! Thanks! Yay, Willow is going home! Woo!

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Soon! I promise you. Just working on a few changes. Thank you for reading!



YMKA: Hey! Love every single update? Why thank you! Hadley is a smartie isn't she? She does have her moments though, when that young five year old shines through.

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Ya know...that is so true! Thank you for reading! And hope to see you in chat again soon.



Debra: Heh. Thank you! About my posting regularly...I'm trying my best to do so. I have everything in my head and now...I have to get it out. The ending is done, I knw what's going to happen, I just need the body inbetween. And computers...are well...computers. As long as it's still good to go every now and then, I'm cool with it. Thank you for reading!



shuyaku: I debated about having Jessica take over for Willow. Only because I didn't want people to have the wrong impression. But it works so out so I'm cool with it. I can't let Willow miss her little girls play now can I? After all, Hadley is the Angel of Hope. Thanks for reading and the lovely feedback. More soon.



Candy Mandy: Whoa...someone's happy and bouncy and excited. Yes, Willow is going home. Ya wanna know why? Said oooo...She Fell In Love... hehe love you too! And thanks for reading!!!



The Rose24: Ouu...thanks for reading!

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No worries, there are no intentions. I promise not to let you down.



nika: Yay! Glad you love! Thank you!

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she's obviously miserable without them

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I have to agree with you there. I would be miserable too. But no worries...Willow's going home.



Washi! You're very welcome Washi! I'm looking forward to putting up the next part when it's done. Thank you!!



Phoenix: I love Jessica too. She was never a bad character or ex or anything. She's helping Tara and Willow's relationship, so it's all good! And yes, we are going to Hadley's play. I wouldn't miss that for the world!

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Now is Willow taking a break for a week? or going back completely? it is her job after all...

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Wait and see...I have one more thing to add before Willow gets up and packs, we shall find out what it is... and it's nothing big or anything, so no worries. Thanks for reading!



the vamp nurd:

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*giggles* That's a good one! thank you for reading.



Stroke of Luck: So..Go Jessica! Willow is going to be home with her girls. For the holidays...ahh, isn't love grand? *grins* Thanks for reading SOL, and more will be up soon.



Grimaldi: Thank you! Yes, nice of Jessica indeed.



snuggle79: So...I'm guessing that Jessica is a good character right? Because everyone seems to like what she's doing for Willow. More to be put up soon! Glad you liked! Thanks!



Shadow: Yay! I'm glad you thought Anya was funny! You're the first one who said anything about that. *grins* And yes, Willow is going home. Ya think I've said that enough? WILLOW'S GOING HOME! There. That should do it!

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LOL. Thanks Shadow, I will do that! I'm just so forgetful sometimes. But ya know, that's me. Oh and back! You're one of the greatest! Thank you!



Jen:

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Holly, girl, you rock!! I bow down to your greatness

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Stop... A girl can only take so much! LOL. Thank you Jen! And I have to say this now, because I haven't before, But I absolutely love the trilogy you have going! I read it every chance I get. Awesome job! *hugs* And thank you btw. For makin' me blush and for reading of course!



Cindi!: M'lady! I'm glad you liked the Anya part! I'm trying really hard not to neglect Xander and Anya. But chya gotta love Anya and her ways.

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I do wish we had a bit more background as to what gave her this idea. Obviously she needed a break from things going on in her life, but I would loved to have seen a lil heart to heart between the two of them.

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Ah yes... *scratches her head* I thought I did a heart to heart thing between the two of them...damn, I'm losing my touch.



But seriously, like I said, I wasn't able to save everything I had and the part isn't over with yet. I will, trust me, I will let you know the background of Jessica's need to be there. And why she's doing this for Willow. And I will try and put a little more heart to heart into their conversation. Like I'd leave y'all hanging...not on purpose at least.

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Always!

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Me neither. But all I know is that if I have a story, I'll work it out in my head, figure out plots and how each character will connect, then, as soon as it's down on paper...I just do from there, and work with imagination and from the heart. *nuzzles* Thank you for reading.



Isa:

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I can't even begin to tell you how happy I am!! I love you!! lol..

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well , love you too!! Update goodness will be up soon. I just need a little more time to work things out a bit more. But yes... Willow's going home!



*lil´c*: I'll pass those bigkisses on to Jessica! thanks for reading and I hope you enjoying the next few parts coming up soon!



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I'm working on updates as we speak...uh, type! And I'm just finishing up Tainted and I'll get back to this one! Hopefully by tomorrow I'll have it up! If not...It's because I'm not able to get to a computer! So forgive me! I'm working hard here, and I hope you like I what I have coming... *licks her lips*



~Holly~



Some advice, okay? Just don't point your f*ckin' finger at crazy people! - Lisa Rowe - Girl, Interrupted

[sam darls]

Hey holly..oh my god, i love this fic sooo much, I have just read it all from the beginning and i love you..you are so great ..Willow and tara are amazing as ever, and lil hadley, soo cute and wow, dawn and tori..i love those two.. thank you..xxx

[Arwen276]

YAY!! WILLOW'S GOING HOME!!! what a way !!! that was the best Xmas gift anyone could get!! she get to attend to Hadley's school play !!It feels like the Xmas holidays although I'm in the middle of my finals!! Update soon please! I need some good cheering up from the hell that is Molecular Biology and Biochemistry!!!







~Arwen

[Velaingie]

Hello



The last update was just great. And Willow is coming home thanks to Jessica, yipeedodah. Oh, I can't wait to see the reaction of Tara and Hadley when they will see Willow. Yes, Willow is coming home! Willow is coming home! Willow is coming home!

Bye

Velaingie

[mandyanyone]

*sings* ooo...she fell in love...*headbangs*



and no reason to thank me for reading...I am an official Holly Groupie...i have the T-shirt to proove it..



Love you Holl



Candy Mandy



ALL BOW DOWN TO THE ALMIGHTY HOLLY!!

*bows*

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Last night I looked up at the stars..And matched each one with a reason why I love you..I was doing great, but then I ran out of stars