anonymous5 posted a comment on Friday 20th October 2006 2:19pm for Bind and Loose

"...or any of the other clichéd, over-used tunes." I love it! I've played more than my share of weddings, and the standards are always the least touching.

one minor nit: "...and insuring that only Wizards and Witches on a very select list" - should be "ensuring." I believe "insuring" is what one does to an automobile, or a house.

Thank you so much for what turned out to be quite the wonderful & unique story. Your orignal premise was inspired, and the chapters that followed were nothing shy of brilliant. I really appreciate the roller coaster ride to which we've been treated. Thanks again!

- A5

Kokopelli replied:

When I got married, a childhood friend of mine was my organist - his performance was his gift to us - he selected the music - it was wonderful.

Fixed the nit - it had been caught by another, but I failed to fix it before posting.

Evan Mayerle posted a comment on Friday 20th October 2006 1:01pm for Bind and Loose

My compliments on a delightful warp-up to the story. Bravo!!

I will argue that "Normal is for other blokes, Harry." has to qualify as one of the top understatements of all time. ;)

KateHC posted a comment on Friday 20th October 2006 12:48pm for Bind and Loose

Bravo! You brought it off without a hitch.

It was nice to have the interlude with Ginny. Some sort of closure...

Manatheron posted a comment on Friday 20th October 2006 12:30pm for Bind and Loose

Wonderful story, It's always a little sad to finish one, but it's also nice as it lets you take a breather in preperation for the next one ;)

I have to admit though that the last paragraph of the story has got to be my favorite out of the whole thing. It gives the entire thing a sense of realism instead of the surreal 'Happily ever after' that so many authors seem to go for, so Excellent work, and I look foreward to reading more of your wonderful stories!

Sincerly,
Manatheron

Asad posted a comment on Friday 20th October 2006 12:29pm for Bind and Loose

Nice chappie and a good ending.

Any chance for a sequel to this or something similar?

Also, mark the fic as completed instead of WIP which is its current status.

Kokopelli replied:

If there is a sequel, it will be a drabble, something along the lines of Gabrielle's thoughts at Matzalen's wedding.

Ken Warner posted a comment on Friday 20th October 2006 12:22pm for Bind and Loose

what a wonderful touching story - each chapter has been a genuine treat.
Thanks so much for sharing
and the chocolate sauce came in just enough for those of us waiting for it - given the rating.

warmest regards

amulder posted a comment on Friday 20th October 2006 12:11pm for Bind and Loose

Nice job, John, I noticed the few touches. Mostly it was well polished, eh?

What now, SFSY? Any other plans?

blessings,
...art

Kokopelli replied:

Polished or not - it's done.

Now?   Back to SFSY - and no, I don't have any tattoos, scars, yes, but no tattoos.   The latest scar comes from a mean wing nut that tore my index finger, putting an interesting mark on my fingerprint.

Musings of Apathy posted a comment on Friday 20th October 2006 12:00pm for Bind and Loose

Excellent, John. I especially enjoyed the small parts at the end where the family came together. I like Harry as the loving father in stories.

Either I am a bit dense, or you didn't explain about:

"Good on you, Harry, it’s all going to happen for you, too, some of it quicker than you’d expect. Oh, by the way," she said, bending over to whisper something in his ear.

Harry’s eyes opened wide. The whispering went on for quite a while. "Really? At the same time?" he asked.

Ginny nodded.

"Thanks, I guess, I wouldn’t have thought of that," he said.

"That’s why Lily asked me to tell you," Ginny said.

What did she whisper into Harry's ear, or am I forgetting something in a previous chapter?

Thank you for writing.

Mike (MoA)

Kokopelli replied:

It was some very pointed advice on how to please a Veela, and no, I won't tell you what she said.

CootiePatootie posted a comment on Friday 20th October 2006 9:29am for Bind and Loose

I would write a review but right now I am a drippy mess of sappy fluffy goodness.

<sigh>

off to dream in chocolate, now...

ta,

Cassie

cyberpurple posted a comment on Friday 20th October 2006 9:25am for Bind and Loose

Thank you for this. Really enjoyed it just as much if not more as I have enjoyed the rest of your work. I get the feeling the answer is no but I can't resist asking - is there any chance of another visit to this universe? In the style of Oliver Twist - Please sir, I want some more! A couple of years down the line sequel, maybe? Just an idea.

Crys posted a comment on Friday 20th October 2006 8:37am for Bind and Loose

> If you go to Ghirardelli’s web page, you won’t find chocolate sauce for sale — which lets you know how special that bottle is — but that’s Hermione’s story to tell, not mine.
*laugh* You DID remember our conversation!

Seriously, fun story, K. A "find the kidnapped kids" wrapped around a love story. With lots of sociological info on the Veela thrown in for good measure. 'Twas a fun little series.

DJ posted a comment on Friday 20th October 2006 8:31am for Bind and Loose

This was a wondorful story I thnk you do awsome work. I look foward to more of your work.

Sean Dillon posted a comment on Friday 20th October 2006 8:02am for Bind and Loose

Great story.

Jim_xinu posted a comment on Friday 20th October 2006 7:46am for Bind and Loose

Great story.

I expected them to adopt the Artzai girls ever since you revealed the bit about their mother dying, so it wasn't a surprise. But you did give them some real personality and depth, and it was foreshadowed, so it didn't have the awkward, instant family sort of feel I've seen in some fics.

The author's note I was hoping to see wasn't there: What did Ginny whisper to Harry? :-)

Do you plan to do any sequels some day? Or has this already grown enough beyond your original plans? :-)

Many thanks for sharing this with us.

MarinePotterfan posted a comment on Friday 20th October 2006 7:36am for Bind and Loose

What a great story I really enjoy it. I hope that you can add to it at a later time. With the great characters that you have developed, you can come up with another stroyline. With Jacque Fuso getting away, he could try to get revenge on Harry and Gabby. Thaks for writing so I can read it.

MPF

The Resident posted a comment on Friday 20th October 2006 6:30am for Bind and Loose

Thank you for both a wonderfully sweet chapter and an incredible story. I enjoy your work both for the excellence of the story and the excellent work of your beta/editor. Too many stories I read these days are posted before they've ever seen an editor. Not a way to garner my praise. I'm looking forward to your next story.

Kokopelli replied:

I'm going back to Stories from Sixth Year.

Thanks - and on behalf of Runsamok, thanks again.

BJH posted a comment on Friday 20th October 2006 6:19am for Bind and Loose

What can I say? Another amazing story.

I am jealous that such talent is wasted on a lawyer rather than an engineer like me. Is that an actionable statement? I guess I'll find out.

BJH

Kokopelli replied:

C'mon, BJH, I have to have something to do that's a contribution to society.   So, how's your writing going?

Still looking for the next chapter of Adaptions (your Harry-Cho fic)

J