that was beautiful...

Typically Harry, just to say what he feels, even if it is to Snape. Looking foreward to the trip to the lake!

oh man, miscommunication...

I was surprised Severus used the manatees needing a bit of protection to get Harry to agree to going to the lake.  Severus is still a Slytherin after all.

Oh, that Snape.  He'll "say the word."  I just know it.  Great job.

*sigh* I hate this "suffering in nobility" crap.... But at least it's very well written ;-)

Getting closer... will Severus find the courage before the Potters leave, though?

Author's Response: One can only hope! More up in a few hours.

Isn't it funny when silence is misconstrued? I find this a really odd pairing, but you're doing a graet job of getting me completely wrapped up in their relationship so I forget 'who' it is! LOL

Excellent, especially mentioning Al and Scorpius. And the six-pack of beer. And the walk at dusk. Now all I wait for is a kiss ;-)

I think it's wonderful that they made peace with each other, perhaps they will be able to really live again instead of just existing.

Maybe Harry will invite Severus to visit his home...I bet he has it warded for privacy.  It would be nice for Severus to finish up any loose ends in his past.

Ah well... *grins mischievously*

Author's Response: ~grin

I don't think Harry has to worry too much about leaving. You made it clear that Snape wants to go back in England. And I love Al's comments about his father and his new friend. *grin*

Thanks for the wonderful description of the scenery - I could almost feel the breeze...

There goes the butterfly of happiness again.  The one that when you stop chasing it lights softly on your shoulder. 

Very glad you took this approach. 

My goodness you're quick on the draw! But that's good for all of us.  I really liked the bit with Al giving his Dad advice and permission for a romp. Funny how children being to parent us after a while. LOL Your images on New Orleans make me want to visit there. I've never been, but have heard amazing things. Lovely descriptions.

See, Severus, teenagers aren't really that bad. :)

I'm really enjoying this story.  I like how you have the story switch back and forth between the two points of view so we can see what each is thinking.  And I'm enjoying the relationship you are building between Harry and Severus.

As ever, this is fantastic reading material. I like very much how it's written, alternating between Harry's and Severus' point of view. And I guess Harry's relief about Sev's feeling regarding homosexuality has nothing to do with how he thinks oh his family...

YES!!  We're getting somewhere with these two.  Nice ploy with the AP/SM match.  That'll spin the wheels for the Snarry.

So Severus is not opposed to homosexuality. Interesting...

Bubba Gump?? Too cute? Can they go for a sail on 'Jenny 1' as well? That's one of my favourite films, nice name drop.  Their relationship as friends is so sweet, I'm almost loathe for it to become more. (I often feel this way about hetero-couples as well) Though I'm glad you're giving them such nice build-up, much more 'real' that way. 

You know, the idea that Harry could be "Lily all over" for Severus never crossed my mind bevor - but it's simply brilliant. Of course he could, if Severus would simply allow it, and you show so nicely how well this can be and how profitable for both of them. But what puzzles me now after your musings is that Severus never before thought about Petunia's bringing up Harry - after all, he DID know her and Vernon, better than everybody else, too. If this wasn't again something JKR simply didn't think about, it must be some sign under how much pressure Severus really was.
It's lovely to see Harry's children being so sympathetic. Am I right to suppose that Harry didn't mention Albus' orientation for nothing? *smirks*

The Bubba Gump Seafood is cool!


Author's Response: I remember once in canon he almost seemed to sympathize with Harry when he asked "to whom did the dog belong" in reference to Marge's dog chasing him up the tree and the others laughing. When I found out that he knew her and knew the bitch she is, why didn't he ever think that Harry was probably treated like dirt? So, thought I'd try to mention that. :)

Bubba Gump Seafood is a great place to eat! YUMMMM

I missed Snape's POV in this chapter, but it was good nevertheless!

I'm really enjoying this - I had to go cheat and read it all at Snapelyholidays b/c I was impatient, LOL!