OK. I have to admit, I could only read 1/4 of this chapter. After I got to the part that Edward was actually going to use Bella's insecurities as a means of punishment for her, I had to stop. Even after Emment's warning, he still was soooo sure of himself that he totally forgot his girl! I will go back and finish this chapter once I have calmed down and hope Edward pulls his head out...

I am sorry that you were effected by Irene. I hope all is well with you now. I have been praying for everyone that was effected by the storm.

I turst you with this story. It is your baby and you know where you it is going. Edward and Bella are both learning. It is definately a fine line there. I can see both Edward and Bella's POV. Can't wait to see what Bella is keeping from Edward.

GREAT GREAT JOB as usual. Can't wait for more. Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I can see his point, to a point. but hemay not have yelled, buthe did bark at her when she did try to clarify. I wouldnt want to talk to him about it either.  while some of it is on her, he does need to about/acknowledge his culpability in it to her as well.   glad he realized that his  leaving her alone plan would make things worse. glad em  brought that up to him.

L - interesting chapter. I loved her introspection of her feelings about Esme, Charlie, and marriage.  I do feel that E is blurring the lines of thier playtime and thier real life and I think they need to go back to some harder set playtimes again.  Yes, E defintely has a bug up his ass.  But from the beginning B has not really understood his assignment.  She (in a wrong way) let her stress about it be known, but E hasn't really understood her problem with it.  First, she is probably way overthinking it but I am surprised he can't see that.  I love this vacation and I know they have to go back to thier real life soon.  BUT, is it wrong of me to want them to take a little break - I want a little more angst in thier life to make sure they realize how much they need each other.  Maybe I just love to put them through hell?!  Later L  Great writing - keep it up.

fab chapter.hope the talk goes well she defo has come along way.updte soon

Wow...Edward is really taking this conversation with Jane hard.  I love how Esme took care of the "skank".  That was priceless!  Great chapter....thanks so much!!!

Bella needs to remember that there are many ways to have children. Edward has stated over and over that he want a future with her. He comes from a marrying family. She should not be surprized that  he wants to marry. She is the one that has issues about family. Edward loves his family. She needs to realize that family is important to Edward. Bella has been talking to others instead of him first lately. She has also been in her own head a lot more lately. She hasn't been as forth coming. She is suppose to tell Edward everything and she hasn't been.

Somehow Bella seems resigned about something ... why is Edward being such a dickward!!  He sometimes seems jealous that she talks to someone outside of their relationship...he shloud be very careful about that, Bella needs Jane to make this work for her and seems to react harshly to it.  She gave him such a great gift for his birthday and now he acts all sullen, what a moody guy he is being.  Will Bella allow her self to think about marry him and maybe children or is she closing that door?  This story is so very very good and I can't wait for the update.  Thanks for writing!!

Wow, I thought I had missed a chapter when you posted this, I was used to you poting weekly... you spoiled us!

I have to agree with you, Bella has come a long way, but I thought she would have confonted him before she wrote in her journal.  But I am glad that she is.  I dont think she should give up on her dreams.

As for Edward, he expects Bella to be forth coming when she has a problem, maybe he should do the same.  He should tell her when something is bothering him instead of dwelling on the situation and making her feel like she has done something to wrong him.  I understand he could not do it at dinner, but as soon as they walked in the door he could have told her,

I feel next chapter is gong to be intersting!

REALLY enjoying your story!

I love Emmett, he cracks me up. Go Esme, I like that she admitted thatnher and Carlisle have sex everyday. Even though Alice didn't want to hear it. Edward and Bella still have a ways to go, but they are getting there. You are doing a great job with them.

Author's Response:

Thanks for reading and leaving a comment...louise

another awesome chapter I love that you put October 28th in there lol its mine and hubby 's anniversary .... Oh oh cant wait to read the conversation on the balcony ....

Does he ever...looking forward to seeing what has got up his butt.

Good job bells you believe that Ed loves you! Wht up Ed?

Author's Response:

Edward is a man who always has a reason (good or bad) for everything he does... thanks for reading...louise

Go mama Esme.  Gotta love her.     lol for grovelling Em......at least for a little while.

hmmm does seem that Edward has a bug about something.

I am wondering what is going on in that big head of his. I've racked by brain but can't come up with anything other than the Jane thing. He's being ugly to her w/o being directly ugly & I honestly don't understand that. I am hoping that he is not consciously punishing her. I am proud of her for both honoring her promise to put it all down in her journal but even more proud of her for wanting to address this w/Edward directly. Looking forward to the next time.
L you never have to apologize for having a real life. Yes we all have one even though we would all love to crawl into twificland & stay there for a while, alas we cannot. We readers really do understand & greatly appreciate whatever amount of time you have, whether large or small.

Author's Response:

Edward is a man who always has a reason (good or bad) for everything he does. all I can say is that sometime (like with a crying infant) it's better to walk away then to stay and get more frustrated ...((does that make sense))  and I would like to ask that you at least give edard the benifit of the doubt until after you read the next chapter, then if yor still upset with him, you let me know... thanks for reading...louise

Yeah, I kept wondering what was up with Edward!

I loved Momma Bear Esme! Hear her roar! I was so happy to have an update to read over my coffee. I went to sleep with Amishward from In Your World and woke up to Domward. Really it's the best of both worlds!!!

Sitting on pins and needles waiting, please send me teaser and let me know when you update, please

I love the baseball game.  Vinny is so cute.  I am glad that Bella realizes that Esme likes (loves) her.  The floating fairy idea is cool.  I can't wait to see what Bella thinks about the names on the certificate.  Great job...thanks!!!

Wow I just read your whole story in 6 days and there are so meny things I could tell you that are awesome about your story......your Edward is just amazing I read slot to ff but you Edward just might be my new favorite :DDD ....... Ant to be honest (seriously, I'm not just saying this to be nice) I think your wrighting has great balence you your not over wordy but you use enough words hat it makes sensand I think this story has a great balence of sadness, smut, love, and a litle bit of d/s th "spice things up" lol can't wait until you update :)
~wascas

awsome awsome story from what i've read so far

Author's Response:

Thank you, sorry it took so long to get back to you, i hope that you continue to enjoy reading my little story of love and lust...louise

I think I laughed most of the way through. Good Chapter.

Can't wait for the next update. They should be heading home soon right?

I'm loving the things that come out of little vinny's mouth!

I think Bella needs another maintenance spanking... you know just for maintenance purposes lol.

I love when people portray children accurately and you certainly do! They are hilarious and I love Vinny! The whole family needed this bonding time. A little fluff is always good! I am curious about Alice's comments about a baby!

Author's Response:

I know it was many chapters ago, but do you remember when they were all at the cabin, Bella told Rose and Alice about not being able to have babies? (it was Chapter 33) Anyway Bella told them that James had caused damage to her and Bella said she would never be able to have babies, Alice replied "Yes you will. A girl with curly brown hair, green eyes and her middle name will be Alice" ...Bella doesn't want to believe her but she also can't help but to hope...(now I told you part of what Bella is going to tell Edward) see you just got a sneak peek..  :)  Thanks for reading and leaving a comment...louise

LMAO at the end when Vinny got Emmett again. It took me the better part of the day to get through the chapter but that's because I kept getting interrupted. It was well worth the wait. Esme is awesome pulling the mom card, and that IS what moms do (speaking as a mom).

I kept waiting to see what Emmett's "punishment" would be and that ice water in the cone was great.

If Bella's bag wasn't that heavy, could it be that she wasn't carrying it properly to give her a sore neck?

Thanks for a great read to date.

Sweet chapter.    LOl for them getting back at Em and him ratting out B at the end

cute, thanks for the update;D)

I loved it..  I have to admit being a mother and a chlid care giver. I have heard lots of stuff come from children.  It is not easy but they will learn from some were and it is our goal to teach them that the words are not to be used.  Em is right just because he slippes does not mean vinny has the right to use them.  But he  needs to let vinny know that they are bad words.  Which he does not do.  but hopfully he will now if they slip again.  Were all human.    I should know.  hhaha.  I have a lot of horror stories I wish I would have just crawled in a hole and died because of my son.  hahaha.  But it was part my fault..  I would watch what I said at work.  But at home I was free..  So fudgicals became my favor it word or surgar.  haha.. 

A+ cute chapter

I laughed so hard at this chapter my husband came to check on me from across the house. I had to read the part where the girls got Emmett to him. He told me to tell you, that's just mean. LMAO!!!!

Total *GiggleSnort*
Great chapter!

Author's Response:

Hahahhahah...You Snorted!!!....

Emmett and Vinnie both have learned something, seems Bella needed to as well!

Bella sure is awful snugly with their neice! Could it be that Bella is feeling that magic pull?? Perhaps she wanted all the chances possible by buying Edward new underwear...  Maybe she should revisit her doctor and be checked out. Perhaps there is a chance for her.

Looks like Jasper is starting to get it. But the brothers are going to let the cat out of the bag regarding a proposal if they're not careful. Emmett's got a big mouth. At least Alice is subtle.

Loved the trick, it was hilarious. Just shows how well Bella fits in to the family.

Esme is an awesome mom, her speech to Emmett shows that. He'll get it someday.

Cheers, Balti K

drenched!!! LOL

I really love the DitR and I know I am so late to the fic -- but I've been trying to power through the story as quickly as I can so I am up-to-date. I've read a few D/s  fics over the last couple of years but I have to say you offer up quite a bit of detail and understanding (so thanks! *w/cheesy grin). But I have a couple of questions... B and E are in a part-time D/s relationship and he has control of her anything pertaining to her body, safety and overall well-being. And yes, play time is play time and respect must be shown and given but is B allowed to just have a bad day --- attitude and all. For example, when B and Leah get into it why is it necessary for E to reprimand B for her response when he gets an attitude with his family members? It's two sisters fighting and honestly you never want to get in the middle of that. :). Wouldn't B be entitled to this since they're not in play? Also, does B have say in the decisions even they're not in play? And are they allowed any regular ole vanilla B/F time without in it turning into an oppty for E to tease and B? I am sure you have probably answered these questions before so sorry if I am repeating --- but girl you've got over 2500 reviews and its hard looking for those answers! So any insight to for this late comer would be awesome. Ok, I'm off to read the rest of the fic....thanks! 

OMG!! so hot!!! While reading this I was listening to my Pandora station and this was playing by AZ Yet... http://youtu.be/_FsgQwIszYI it is a beautiful song and so fitting to where this is heading. I just started reading this late this morning and going right through... just getting interrupted with stupid laundry... shoot... I have no idea why my family thinks they need clean clothes! Don't they know how to prioritize!!! I mean really! FF before anything right?!?!?

Glad things are cleared up a bit for Jasper. It's good to have someone looking out for Bella, but not to look down on what they're doing together. And it was a good analogy to use, comparing it to Jasper's reenactments.

As for the talk with Carlisle, I can understand C's pov, in wanting his son to carry on tradition. But wouldn't he rather his son were happy? Perhaps he's always thought Edward was taking the coward's way out, afraid of failing, and that's why he's kept pushing. Maybe now it's clear for him? But I can't argue with Edward's reasoning.

Can't wait to hear what happened during Bella's busy day!

Cheers, Balti K

Underwear - that when you know that a relationship is real.  I redid my now hubby's wardrobe about 8 months after we were dating when we planning a trip to the Bahamas and I got a look at his horrible summer clothes.  He was fine with it and now 16 years later I still "take care" of clothing items except for hunting & fishing clothing & "junk" like that.  This was such a great chapter and I love how Edward explained things to Jasper - now on to Emmet!!

Great update. The Edward Jasper conversation was perfect. The last line of this update was epic....I cracked up.

I am glad that Edward set Jasper straight. I want to know why Bella was talking to Jane. What is gong on???? Does it have some thing to do with the club? Can't wait to find out. LOVE that Alice and Rose are going to take out Emmett.!!!!!!

great chapter. i agree that edward did a good job with jasper, i'm so glad they had that talk & that edward let carlisle know where he stands on his future with bella & his career.
can't wait to find out what alice & rose do to emmett & even more anxious to know about the call to jane.
don't worry, you'll never lose me by writing too many chapters, i could read about these two forever! lol =)

Great chapter. Yes, what was going on with Jane?

I liked how you had E relate their relationship or play time to Jasper.

okay you just made me sad saying this story is almost done.  even if there are outtakes.  that not funny..  Love this story.. 

and yes bella was funny about the underwear..  Somtimes  I wonder what makes her do stuff..   hahah.. 

I don't think anyone she be upset with Edward on his decion not to become a doctor..  It his life not theirs..  he has a great job he likes so leave him a lone.. 

and for Jasper.  he has a little understanding..  But unless your in that life style you can't even imagin..    I know I 'm not.  I like to read it and stuff.  I have a like kink side.  but the pain stuff.  not sure.  Ochy.. 

awesome chapter..  :)Leona

Ps.  have a great trip and be safe. Please.. 

I agree with Sue I think Bella needs to let her father read the whole file on what James did to her, even though it is very embarrassing for her, he needs to know.

If I were Edward I would worry about Jacob's relationship with Bella too.  They are too cozy. Its just weird. 

Great chapter.  The underwear thing was funny.   Can't wait to see what the girls do to Emmett.   Glad E straightened J out.  He was getting annoying.

oh my I hope she doesnt get in trouble for her talk with Jane .... Love toe rings and I cant wait till the next chapter ....

Wow Bella sure did get pissed about Seth. lol.  I am glad that Edward was able to tell her NO about the belt.  As for Leah, well I think she needed a lot more talk from Edward to put her in her place.  But for now it was a good talk.

I must apologize I slacked off of this story NOT because it is boring its just there are so many wonderful stories out there its so hard to keep up.  I am following I think over 170 on this site alone. lol.  I missed talking to you and I am so happy that I am sticking to this thing til I am caught up. As for Bella's maintenance well..... I think she needed it or she would have slipped into a deep depression. So I think he helped her to admit how she was feeling.