Amazing story, Kav, with a wonderful ending. You can just feel the change in Myles. He's a different person now, after all that has happened over the last week. It took a woman on the edge of her existence, clinging to life for her daughter, to let him see the true meaning of his life, but it worked. And Myles is not the only one who benefits from it.

This has been a wonderful story, Kav. Even trough the hard times, I loved reading it.

KAV, i am honestly speechless, this story was out of this world perfect. the way you portrayed Myles spiritual journery was amazing, i think it made us all stop and think about ourselves and our dear ones for a time and about what is important and how God works.

Thank you for taking the time to write and share this story. We have been Blessed by reading it........

I would love to see Cassie again, she was just too cute for words.....*hint, hint*


Also Kangabunny was priceless

Kav,

This incredible story has been a blessing to read from start to finish. Thanks for sharing this meaningful story and for hanging in there when your computer acted up. What a beautiful tale that befits the title Redemption.

I hope you consider a sequel. You have written so tenderly about the spiritual side of Myles that I just can not help but think how enjoyable it would be to see how you would tackle Jack's? It would also be wonderful to see more of Cassie and her mom. This is a neat setup you have here. Sue and Carolyn living in the same building. I can see a special friendship developing with Carolyn, Sue and Lucy. Just so many possibilities.

You sure can tell that this story is one of my all-time favorites that have I have read on the board.

Kav, just when I think you can't outdo yourself, you do! This was such a fabulous story, so full of meaning and truths...and some gentle nudges and reminders for all of us about our faith and listening to what God has in mind for us to do. Your characters were delightful...so very real. The emotions...well, no one does J/S like you do, and Myles...well you hit the nail on the head there! Brilliant writing, my friend!

Jill

I needed lots of time to catch up with this wonderful story, I knew it would make for a fine ride but I had no idea the ride will be so amazing. You took me to despair and brought me back up with your characters, I loved the transformation Myles had, not really a transformation but more of a new way to see life. I wanted to say and quote many things but now I forgot most of them and I'm finding myself staring with awe at my computer screen...
you outdid yourself, Kav, tackling a sensitive subject with so much grace and talent and writing about such a difficult character...
Cheers!!!!!!

WOW, Kav!!! That story was incredible!!!

My favorites of the ending of this story:

Jack and Sue's "baby-making"

Bobby the kangabunny

and last but certainly not least, the entire last paragraph!!! That was a beautiful way to sum up your story!!!!

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

brilliant...bravo..... very very very nice.....loved every single one off the chapters and loved the story...from laughter to tears..it was amazing

AMAZING job Kav!!!

.......I don't quite know what to say. About the time I formulate a reply, I'm interrupted (that's what I get for trying to reoply at school ).

The truth of your story is what strikes me first and foremost. That God is always with us, speaking to us....and it's us that don't listen, that haven't developed the listening skills necessary to hear His still, small voice. So many more nuances that could be mentioned, but I don't want to go to preaching!

And I'm constantly in awe of the talent you possess. I know you are well aware of the fact that I am a total J/S fanatic - and that is what I read. I'm not interested in anything else on the board. If I want something different - I go to the library or the bookstore...unless you are writing it. You have the ability to draw me in with your wit and writing style and keep me hanging on your every post. I mean, my goodness, this story started out with Myles...and I kept going. I dread the day somebody with connections reads your work and lures you away to write professionally - which you ought to be doing. I'll be cheering for you...but mourning too...because nobody writes J/S like you! (You think I'm kidding? I mentioned a fan club to someone recently - LOL )

And don't think I'm gonna let you slide with the too pooped to write Jack singing in the rain... ..we do have a section for missing scenes, and that is definitely a missing scene from this story!

Kav, as I sit here still laughing about Cassie's interruptions of Jack and Sue and her take on "babymaking", and Bobby in the kangabunny suit, as well as crying over your last post with Myles, I am in awe of your storytelling!!

I am definitely a better person for having read this tale, and I plan on reading it again!!!

I too would love to see a sequel!! I don't want to lose Carolyn and Cassie!! I would love to see where Carolyn and Myles' relationship goes!! Flip's suggestion of Jack "Singing in the rain" has a lot of promise!! And, Jack and Sue's open relationship is still new and has a lot of potential!!!

Thank you so much for sharing your amazing talent!!!

Joy

Thank you for this absolutely moving, thought-provoking and heartwarming story.

I loved each and every post.

Bravo, Kav!

You have totally outdone yourself yet again.


gracie

I loved that they had to take turns sitting on Cassie rather than with her! As for the kissing, my hubby and I do that just to gross our kids out these days - yes we are all easily amused here.

What a journey you took all of us on - I always love it when the characters are written with such character. You are simply amazing!

Kav, I read the rest this morning and I am in awe. that was one of the most beautiful, touching and brilliant stories I've ever read. You captured nuances that are so hard to grasp in writing - Myles internal struggle, the gentle impression of the Spirit on a believers heart, the delight of a sock bunny. Sprinkled in with the heart tugging story, you sprinkled humor and romance.

So much brought tears to my eyes, but this paragraph was what got me.

It was such a tangible expression of how much he'd changed. I could picture members of my church family giving those things to help someone.

Trully magnificent work!

Kav, I truly do not know what to say in response to such an amazing story. You had me crying then laughing and then crying and laughing at the same time. Truly you are such a remarkably talented writer that it would be near impossible to rank your stories, but this has got to be near the top in my list of favorites. I just love the way you broke Myles down to remove his arrogant exterior and reveal the sweet and caring person within. His transformation is stunning. And Carolyn and Cassie found a special place in my heart. Of course you still snuck in plenty of J/S fuzzies which are greatly appreciated! Thanks so much for sharing this incredible story with us.

Sorry I didn't stay up last night, so I caught up this morning. Kav, that was fantastic. I would like to DITTO everyone before me. You created such a wonderful story, and you let God's love change a man for the better. I'm so glad you got to write it, and thank you for the sleepness night you went through to give it to us.

To finish reading this wonderful story this morning was just a delight! Thank you for writing such a touching story about poverty and helping others in times like this where we sometimes forget about others! I hope you're getting some much needed rest after such an exhausting night!

Such a beautiful story thank you for writing it for us to read and enjoy, to cry over, to laugh over, to experience happiness and sadness as your characters developed.

Wow, Kav what an amazing story, thank you so much for sharing it with us.

I really enjoyed reading Myles as the main character and the journey he went on to find his caring, sharing side, learning alot about himself.

Carolyn and Cassie's situation was heart rending, however Carolyn's personality shone through at every point and I'm sure was instrumental in the team helping her.

I too would love to read a sequel, I would like to know how Myles and Carolyn's relationship develops and the way you write Jack and Sue there is always room for more of that

once again for sharing such a fantastic story.

Soph

I tried doing this earlier, but my computer wouldn't cooperate....

I'm looking forward to enjoying it again as I read it to my hubby, which, by the way, he says is incredible

Would love a sequel too....

You ROCK....

There are no words to say that would do justice to the superb and spiritually challenging story you presented. Thank you for listening to the nudge from God to write this inspiring story,
Terie

Dear Kav,

I would like to say thank you for the amazing story. Redemption is a timeless tale, one that drives truly wonderful stories, causing us to cheer for the hero or heroine, to cry when they do, to laugh when they do, to live when they do.

You have shown simply and succintly that God is only a breath away and that when we call, He will answer beyond anything we imagine. His system works because of its simplicity and in spite of our hardheadedness. That is the beauty and breadth of redemption, being able to come back and breathe our prayer and He is there.

You done good.

Sincerely,
trecebo

PS: It's sad but true, my knees thank you...

Kav -

There's nothing I can say that hasn't been said in the NUMEROUS posts before me, except to say BRAVA on a job well done! Not only did you succeed in writing a story with an amazing plot and beautiful writing, but you shared a heart-warming message that all of us can learn from!

by the way.....could you tell that a few of us wouldn't mind a sequel?

That was simply incredible Kav. I love both the fuzzies and the very addicting plot line that really makes you think. Thanks you!

Sequel? Is it just me who noticed something that could be between Myles and Carolyn?

Definitely wasn't just you Steph! I think a sequel would be a brilliant idea! Whaddya say Kav?!

Kav,

WOW! I FINALLY got a chance to read this story, and it was AMAZING! (Okay, I realize I'm late to this, but writing my own story, I got behind in my reading and have been trying to play catch up for the past week! Hey, better late than never! ) I wish I could have read it as you wrote it! Once I start reading one of your stories, it's hard to stop reading. Who knows how late I would have been up yesterday if my computer hadn't decided to kick me off the internet for some reason?
Oh well, I guess I needed some sleep...

I'm so happy you did a story with Myles as the lead character (while still giving us Jack/Sue moments ); he's such a wonderfully complex character and the perfect character for a story on redemption. I loved seeing his transformation. This story was such a wonderful journey, not just for the characters, but also, I'm sure, for all who read it. God has truly blessed you with a gift for writing and I want to thank you so much for sharing that gift. Thank you especially for sharing this particular story. I, too, think a sequel would be a wonderful idea.





Tracy

Kav.

I've never, ever cried fully over one of the stories on this board. In fact, I can't think of any story ever that's made me have a good, full cry. And even this one...as touching as it was...I was holding it together. Then you just had to mention the 78-year-old lady who donated her china so that a young family could make new memories......

And I'm sitting here at this desk, as I have been for two hours, just bawling like a baby.

Thank you, thank you, thank you for writing this wonderful, amazing, fabulous story. As you probably realized, I haven't been on the boards much lately. One of the reasons for that was because I had to figure some things out for myself. I've been looking pretty hard for hope the last few months and especially the past week, and Kav -- you just handed me hope wrapped neatly in a lovely Easter story. I had forgotten how sweet the world can be when people take time to love each other and trust God. Thank you, dear friend, for reminding me. I had forgotten.

I'm going to go read the new story, if I can pull myself together. Seriously, Kav...thank you. You'll never, ever know how much this story meant to me or how very much I needed to read it right now. You know how God kept telling your characters to listen? You listened, and God made sure I heard. Thank you.

Kav - I'm so thankful that you helped me find this story. now I can read the sequel.....it was amazing. so heartfelt, funny, romantic and the list goes on.

I'm usually in such a hurry to read the 'story' that I skip a lot of the comments. but with your stories I don't. the comments are all about how much you have touched each and every reader.


You wrote so well about all the different circumstances that can lead to 'homeless'. It could happen to anyone. It makes me wonder if someone I know is actually suffering through the same challenges. It will make me be more 'aware'.

Like everyone else, I want to say Thank you for weaving this wonderful tale and sharing it with us.



hugs, skeeter

beautiful.
glad they were able to be there for carolyn and cassie
glad myles is making steps to redemption and changing for the better
aww love how cute/steamy jack and sue are.