Can't say that I blame Edward for the lock-in. They were finally able to talk like adults.  I just hope that Bella remembers this..." There was something else, too.  In my desire to please him, I’d lost myself.  I was back to the wishy-washy girl who let herself be run over by Renee and Jacob.  I wasn’t happy about that at all."  All I can say is, exactly.

I'm glad Bella was reasonable... why cut off your nose to spite your face.  She loves him and would be miserable without him and Carlie...  I must admit I'm glad Edward had to grovel... ;-)

I can't wait to see how the Review Board goes... I'm so glad it drew a crowd.

Thanks for the update.

Oooh a story based on where I live Yay!!!!  I'll actually know where things are that they reference.  I love Imo's and Sybergs!!

Great Chapter.   Ms Cope sounds like an evil harpy and is going to have a revolt on her hands if she's not careful.

Gahhhhhhhhh... I hate Cliffies!!!!!!!!!!!

First you let us suffer through Edward acting like a total dipshit causing Bella to leave and then lead us through them mending their relationship, over to the hearing, where lots of parents want to speak in favour of Bella, only to end with Heidi walking up????? You truly are evil!!!

But we love you, nontheless, your story is really great, thank you for writing and sharing it with us. And, as I think you love us, too - you will not let Heidi ruin everything, won't you?

Be safe

Sabs

I am so happy that Edward took Carlisle's advice and basically just took Bella to a hotel and they just talked it all out.    And I'm glad that she listened to what he had to say and understood that it was all said in the heat of the moment and he didn't mean any of it.  

And what is the deal with Mrs. Cope?   Can you say witch hunt?   There seems to be a ton of support for Bella at this hearing.   What goes on in her private life is just that - private.  It's how she treats and educates the kids in her class that is what is the most important.

Thanks for the update and saving us from the dangerous cliffy. But I am sorry to say you have to go back on the naughty list for this new one. :) Thanks again- nancy

Why would we hate you? You've once again given us an excellent chapter! I'm off to read the next chap of Rusty & Spidy! BTW- It still will not let me review. I saw where you had Bob check, but everytime I try to leave a review it gives me the same error msg about only leaving one review per chapter. I've never had a problem reviewing any other fic before. I'll keep trying, though I can't help but wonder if there are others having the same problem. R&S is too good to have such a low number of reviews. I've only been allowed to leave one review, even though Ive tried repeatedly. Will keep trying...

oh  my...my heart is breaking.... I hoping your gonna be posting very soon....edward needs to fix ths...please please post soon

Figured that bitch would ruin their first Christmas together. Damn that bitch, Jessica, urgh!

Good thing they found her. I didn't want her going to St. Louis alone. And I LOVED Em's surprise gift to Rosie, it totally saved his ass, LOL! And of course now Edward has the study all to himself.

*Pow!* That was me hitting Edward in the back of the head with a cast iron skillet before handing it back to Bella and Esme.

Great chapter, I'm totally not mad at you. If Jess gets ANY custody or visitation rights to Carlie, then I'll be mad. ;)  If Edward's agreement with her is so iron-clad, then I shouldn't have to worry. But then again, why would he say what he did to Bella before she left?? Hmmm... maybe not so 100% sure of himself? Hmmm...

Wow!  A broken arm.  How are you typing?  I love that she wants to adopt Carlie.  It´s so funny how people are thinking on the same wave length, but it´s never known because they don´t talk to each other.  It really would save alot of heartache sometimes.  Lol!  Great chapter!

Krazi

xoxo

Edward really did it this time. HIs temper is one of his worse enemies. He just lashes out with out thinking or considering how hurtful he can be. He has done it too many times in the last three days. Apologizing isn't enough any more, it won't be for Bella. He has hurt her too deeply it seems. She has self confidence issues, Thanksgiving wasn't that great of an experience, what just happened at school and his outbursts. If it weren't for Carlie, she would never have come back. Poor kid, she will suffer plenty because of her dad's temper. I wonder how the holiday will end, how will everyone behave and what will Bella do now.

I might be in the minority, but I'm glad that this chapter happened.  Not glad because of what Edward did, cause yeah he's a jackass, but because it adds to the excitement of what's happening.  I'm so excited to see what happens next time.  Hope you can update again soon.  :)

Excellent chapter. What a rollacoster of a chapter.  Edward was a king sized ass.  Its right that Bella makes him work for forgiveness.  Maybe he'll think twice before he talks to her like that again.  LOL  

I'm sorry, but I think Bella was majorly harsh with Edward.   Esme and Carlisle told her why he reacted the way he did to Seth's phone calll and that he was just scared he would lose Carlie and that he realized that what he did was wrong.    He apologized to her and everything, and she is talking about never seeing him again?   Come on!!!   I think she is taking this way too far.

there both saying things out of hurt and anger ,maybe they should start talking like rational adults and realize that neither of them are the enemy but jessica is and bella should of had some patience with him

well i would of said that right back and i could imagine how heart broken and hurt she is about it all ! cant wait to see waht happens next chatper 

Holy.... s%##!  PLEASE, don't leave us hanging too long.  And a christmas too.

Can't wait for updates!!

Getting really interesting....

I love Esme and her covert ops.  I can't wait to see what happens next.  They need to talk more and be honest about what they want and where they want to be in the future.  Great job...thanks so much!!!

Sorry to hear about your arm!!!! Hope it gets better soon, and don't worry about the mistakes;) I honestly didn't see any.

Wow, Esme is such a clever woman, she is a mastermind at manipulation. No wonder Edward is so good, he learned from the best. She has done an amazing job so far helping Edward. Then with what she heard while she took a nap at the spa. Edward's dreams can come true and be even more than he imagined. 

It will take work, something I am sure he doesn't mind. As for Rose and Emmett, is great to find out she is going to forgive him, after sometime of course. And Jasper, he is smitten and happy about it.!!!!!!

Loved the song! Too funny! Can't wait to see what's in store for Jessica. Thanks for another great chap! :)

i hope for her sake that he finally talks to her! keep the chapters comming

I loved this chapter.  Edward and his mom are right slippery characters aren't

they? :-)

I liked the little bit of kink in the bedroom, best place for it.  LOL.

I am so looking forward to the time when they do marry.

Take care of yourself and your broken arm.  

All the best

Caroline

I love covert Esme!  So funny

OOOHHHHH MMYYYYYYYYYYYY GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOSSSHHHHHHHHH!!!!

Excellent!! *claps and jumps up and down*

I don't se the point of having drinks with Carmen. She's a Dom and she's just going to piuss B off again acting like she still owns E.

At least we get a break from Jessica and Mrs. Cope, that will be a tough fight I guess.

Emmett... sadly there are men like that. They see things differently and they forget to think and think about others. At least he is realizing his mistakes. He still has a lot of begging to do, and he should.

I loved tough Esme putting Emmett in his place, that was priceless!!!

Oh, I'm sure that Edward will be able to talk Bella into going with him to DC.   He does have his ways and once he sets his mind to something, he usually figures out a way to make it happen.   hehe

Wonderful chapter... Em is being very selfish!  Love the family get together.  Thanks for the update.

i really loved this one! one of my favorites although rose and em arent doing as well! i love how close and tight knit bella, edward, and carlie are at the moment! i also loved the traditions, can't wait for more!

Yea Mrs Cope has a lot to answer for......Emmett too   Idiots

I thought Emmett was being a super douche to Rose, but that Christmas song was hilarious.  Esme and Carlisle rock as always.  Riding Dr. Cullen´s morining wood is never a bad way to start the day!  Great chapter!

krazi

xoxo

Oh how I love to see Emmet tortured a bit for his stoooopidity! Thanks for a fun chapter, Nancy

Great chapter .I feel so sad and heartbroken for Rose Emmett is an asshat but I still love him he just needs to get his head out of his ass .I hope Bella and Carlie do go with Edward to DC they will have a great time.I can't wait to see what happens next with Bella's job and that evil bitch Jessica.I loved Esme you always make her a great mom in all of your stories .Can't wait for the next update this is such a great story

Aw poor em and rose! I love that Bella and Edward are ready to fight! I can not wait for more!

Loved that they talked!

That was quite a chapter.... I was wondering when jessica would show her diseased self in the picture... Renee should be neutered... she´s trailer trash... Go Bella way to let Cope have it... so if you fire me... you better get ready to be fired...hahaha...great chapter!!

krazi

xoxo

Man, who is the biggest bitch in this chapter....Renee, Mrs. Cope, or Jessica? Tough call on that one, but great chapter and can't wait to see what happens next....also loving the Bella and Edward kink you have going on throughout this story!

Oh wow, I feel so bad for Em and Rose...

and for Bella for thinking her Mom would accept Edward and Carlie with open arms...

and then the whole ethical thing at school gets me.  St. Louis is a big city, so I don't see how the school can have such a rule. That's very old fashioned, small town thinking that needs to be updated, LOL.  ;)  Good drama for the story though, LOL! 

Geez, the nerve of Jessicunt! Bleh! Urgh!

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I'm glad i came across this story, really enjoying reading it. Can't wait to see what happens next

i love it.....stupid cope and jessica...post soon please

That was so good so much drama happened first renee being a bitch to bella how could she? ugh hate her happy edward put her in her place,then poor em and rose i really feel for them i hope that they can heal and grow for this heartbreak .and now jessica evil bitch she must be out of money and now she wants to be in her life never .and i feel bad that bella got in trouble for being w/edward but outside of school what she does shouldn't matter i hope edward can help her with the school loved it great story

well in the end i would of done the samething!  renee was a piece of work its awful! i hope in the long run that she dosent loose her job! cant wait to see what happens next

so sexxxy

WOW SHE REMINDS ME OF JAIME'S NANNY {ONE TREE HILL}

boy he has some nerve. poor demetri

oh no who is it. jacob?

i liked the lemon. let them gradually build up to it.