Oh, u are bad for leading us on like that...it was steaming, and it felt like someone threw a bucket of cold water on me...lol...

Author's Response: I don't even have to look to see what chapter you are referring to...just know!  LOL.  Sometimes I mean to leave clifthangers...but let me tell you, in real time I was as hooked on ripping the chapters off my 'puter as the readers were anxiously awaiting the next on.  The chapter was just too long.  And it was necessary to bring Linda her due closure.  I'm sorry...lol!

I loved it from beginning to end.

Author's Response: Awe thanks for reading. I'm glad you enjoyed it.

I've passed this story so many times. I finally decided to read it.  I'm glad I did.

I am glad that Micky and Imani got their act together.

I was so sad when Linda died, I felt wetness on my cheeks.

Fantastic story.

Oh, no!  Boo hoo. It's over... <Sigh>

Una Bella Donna!!

What a truly pretty woman, inside and out. Beautiful, actually, with a big, warm generous heart. Good does come to those who are true, patient, and focused... humble even. Imani went through a lot to finally get there... the often elusive "happily ever after."

I think back to that first encounter between Imani and Linda at the museum when Imani shared her food and company, her humble generosity with Linda.

That one random, simple act of kindness marked the beginning of seeing all her dreams come true, fulfilling the last wishes of a dying woman, being the catalyst to Micky seeking peace and piece of mind, reclaiming his life, love, and passion. Rafi found her mother and herself, freed that part of her that was so much like Linda without fear of becoming Linda, repeating her mistakes. 

Imani's caring and love to one little dying woman led to her realizing her dream to help care for so many more... and finding the love of her life... the newly liberated, happy, expressive, passionate Micky. Lord, that man was delightfully frustrating in the beginning. LOL.

My dear Sparks, that was the most significant part of this wonderful story... the development and evolution of such real-to-life, flawed but good to the core characters (except that dingbat Rachel, that is). You are a talented writer and it shows in your stories. Great characters. Great story. Carefully executed plot. Some daring but well-placed cliffhangers. Regular updates. Sexual tension for days in an inevitable, undeniable attraction, culminating in red hot sex, finding and admitting love, true love.

And, finally... a wonderful, happy ending. El fin.

Thanks for the ride. I enjoyed every minute of it!! :)

awwwwwwwwwwwww...that's all i got. i'm sad to see this story end.

Author's Response: Sorry g...It's time to go.  Nothing more to tell with this one.  But maybe a sequel in the future?  Thanks for reading and for the wonderful reviews!  :-)

Whew. For a minute there I thought I was going to have to reach into my monitor and bitch-slap my girl! She was uncharacteristically hysterical, which was funny at second glance. I love how you wrote that whole scene. :)

Imani knows how agonizingly hard it is for Micky to make a move. Yet when he does... she picks then to throw a hissy. I'm glad Micky regrouped and approached her again... over herbal tea, no less. LOL. They are just too sweet... and scorching, center-of-the-sun hot, hot together to not give it a try. 

Yes, Rafi is so much like Linda. Hopefully, she won't repeat her mother's mistakes in relationships and will remain close to Micky and Imani. Micky, who punished himself to an emotional wasteland by marrying Rachel, thanks to a well-crafted pairing by his dear mom, has a chance at real happiness with Imani. And neither will be lonely or alone again.

This is what I believe will be Linda's legacy.

Great update. So proud of Micky. Being able to apologize to Imani and ask her stay. Linda would be proud of her Figlio. Rafi, what can I say? Love "Linda Jr." Now you just have to get Imani on track. I knew she would see the gift of money from Micky as payment for services rendered. Girl listen to the words that are coming out of Micky's mouth. Can't wait for the next update.

Author's Response: Yes figlio is claiming his woman.  He doesn't want to lose the life he's begun with her and smart enough to know he wouldn't like being alone without her.

Talk and listen to each other, stop running. How are you going to know how each other truly feel! Thanks for the update, enjoyed reading it!!

Author's Response: With Rafi gone now, they are the only two that remain in the house.  And talking things out and listening is very important.

This was a very sad chapter, but a good one. Keep them coming.

Author's Response: Hi Tam thanks for reading and reviewing.  Yes.  The healing can now begin.

This was a nice chapter. The healing began in preparing to say good bye to Linda through he memorial. I'm glad they gave Linda a great send off.

Rafi did good with Imani explaining about Micky's gift. And thank goodness she graciously accepted. She wasn't as good denying her feelings for Micky, though.

Ugh!! Micky, Micky, Micky. If he had only said something to Imani. She was mentally packed and had one foot out the door. Two different women in two days all over him, one being that phony viper ex? Imani is so out of there. Gone. Vamoose. Adio. Hasta la vista.

Personally, I think Imani should leave Micky to his self-imposed alienation and grief. She can't and shouldn't pursue him to console him. At some point she'll appear to be chasing after him. Rachel already has that down to a pathetic, desperate science. Micky wants to talk to Imani, apologize, or profess his undying love, he'll have to make the first move. She has a building to restore.

RIP, Linda. Damn, what a great lady/character, flaws, saucy mouth and all.

....oh dear... 2 steps forward, 10 steps back.

Author's Response: Unfortunately g, Linda was a buffer to a lot of stuff. And now they are falling back to their old habits. 

Dang this chapter was sad. I know Micky is hurting but gosh. She will be gone in the morning right. Keep up the good work. Update soon please.

Author's Response: Micky's hurting really badly.  But he will regain his anchor.  It's the initial shock.  And then he will be remorseful of the way he's treated her.