So good to read this again.

Seriously lovely.

Yay for happy endings!  You have done a fantastic job with this, Neelix.  Really, it was beautiful from start to finish.  I think this ended perfectly where it did, but I would be lying if I said I wouldn't be thrilled to see little glimpses of the future here and there.  I like the conversation between mother and daughter on the train.  It would be totally unrealistic if Harriet didn't have some reservations about how her peers would accept this unconventional family.  It isn't the norm, and kids are cruel.  Still, you make the point that different is not equivalent to bad.  She just has extra people to love her is all.  Regardless of her nerves about what people will think, I have no doubt that she knows deep down how very special she is and how very much she is loved.I don't think she will get too much grief about her parentage.  Having three of the most instrumental folks in wizarding history as your family has got to count for something, right?I really, really love Harry's confidence in their relationship.  He could feel nervous due to lack of verbal confirmation on Severus' part, and yet he seems to just know that this is right and that it will work between them for always.I hope the writing of this tale lifted your spirits a bit.  I know reading it did for me.  Thanks so much for sharing such a great story!

So glad to see them together at the end. I really liked your story telling from each person's point of view. As someone else said, Snape's point of view on the bonding would be lovely to see.Well done.

This was fantastic. Although not my usual pairing preference, the characterizations were outstanding. I agree with the request for a sequel. Very interesting to see how they balance the alternative family and how the kids handle it.  It is always fun to see the true potential of a kid with parents such as Hermione and Severus too! Thanks for writing!

Well now everything is sorted and in its proper space. Nicely done you!

Well, my dear, this simply BEGS for a sequel !!  Snarry is generally not my thing so much, but this tale was written with such sensitivity and plausability of character that I was ensnared. Fine work !!  

AWWWWWWWWWWW! This is perfect ending. Maybe one day you'll write about Severus' feelings for this evening. I would have loved to see his face when he discovered the box in his plate. And his emotions while Harry paased the ring on his fingers should be interesting to know. Please?

Awww ... this was nice.  One thing that I have really enjoyed about this story is that there is conflict at the proper times, but it is quickly resolved.  Not that I don't enjoy long drawn out angst and such, but that is not what this story is ultimately about.  I think the cat is out of the bag as far as any secrets between them, so all that is left to do is pursue this relationship.  Something that I needed to convince me that this pairing can work is a mature Harry.  I'm ok with SS/HG where she is young, but for some reason it is hard for me to stomach a young, inexperienced, immature Harry with Snape.  No worries with this version of Harry; he is perfect.Hermione is going to be absolutely delighted by this latest development.  Happy probably will be as well.  I don't see that there is anywhere to go now, except towards a happy ending -- no pun intended :)

Well, from Harry's perspective, Hermione has given him a lot to think about.  From my perspective, what the hell is he waiting for?  Go to Severus now and tell him how you feel.   Geez, men.I love the interaction between Severus and Happy.  I can see why he was worried about Hermione taking her away as he clearly loves her dearly.Severus and Hermione have taken an awkward situation and made it even worse in the interest of protecting Harry and Happy.  I hope they can make things right for all parties involved.I will be interested to know how Happy came about.  I thought in the beginning that Harry and Severus were a couple and wanted a child and Hermione volunteered to help, but then somehow things went belly up and he and she ended up staying together.  Then I thought that maybe Severus and Harry were a couple, but because of maybe lots of alcohol and some bad choices, they ended up sleeping together-just this one time- and Happy was the good and bad outcome.  Guess I will wait and see.On a personal side note, Harry and Happy are two of the Hippos in the game Hungry, Hungry, Hippos which my son has just recently discovered.  I've thought about you each and every one of the ten thousand times we have played over the last  week :)

At last! Harry knows the truth. Whew thats a releif. ((bounces)) Severus ought to duck if knows whats good for him. I expect he is going to get a good shouting at by med witch Potter. Hee

Hooray!  You had me genuinely worried about Happy there.  I have a very hard time picturing Hermione with Rosemerta, but then Ginny was taken and Lavender was REALLY not her type, so who knows?  I guess the wizarding world figured out Artificial Insemination, though chances are they don't do it with a glorified turkey baster.  ... well, maybe they do.  Why use magic when simple Muggle methods work just as well?  It's no use guessing- I'm pleasantly surprised every time.

I can't wait to hear Severus' story about the conception of Happy. Because honestly I thougt it involved a lot of alcohool followed by a pityful performance and a great headache afterwards, maybe regrets too.

... as I Floo home, I’m feeling more confused than I was before.*pats Harry on the back*  "Me too buddy, me too."Where, may I ask, is my explanation of this vow?  Hmmm?  I'd sic Severus on you, but I'll be damned if he isn't soft and squishy around the edges in this tale.  And if that sounds like a negative comment, it isn't.  I love your Severus.  He retains his hard exterior, biting words, inherent insecurities ... all of the things that make him who he is.  But when he is with Hermione, or Happy, or now Harry, he softens a little and that makes a hard-to-love man loveable.You may very well be able to take credit after so many before you have failed, to turn me into a Snarry fan.  I'll hold out until the end to decide, though.  No pressure, really.

AAaarrgh!  I thought we might find out about the Vow in this chapter!!  Well, I am glad that Happy is alright, anyway.  Both Hermione and Severus will be able to face anything that happens now.  Severus seems to be a great father so why he should have worried about Hermione taking her away, I don't know.  Still insecure that everyone he loves will die/run away I suppose and whatever he Vow is, I don't think it has helped him to grow emotionally.  Though I think having a daughter has, so perhaps he's ready to jump into the deep end with Harry.  *Crosses fingers!*

I'm so relieved Happy's well. I don't believe Severus would have ever recovered from her death, even with Harry's love to support him.

Thanks for not killing Happy off. Okay I really didnt think you would, but I was nervous for a bit. The vow is lifted, the child is recovering seems to me its time for the adults to have a discussion. Drum roll please for the next chapter!

Well it is about time.  I've been wondering about all of this vow business; the what and the why of it all.  I certainly hope that this means the next chapter gives more insight into it all.  Knowing you and your wily ways, the next chapter will probably be from Happy's POV, and will take place while she is under for surgery so will just be a blank page, LOL.  Ok. you're not that bad.  Still, don't make us wait too long for more, pretty please. 

Oh, my gods..... what..... what...... ????!!!!

I can't believe I just tore right through the first chapters. I need another fix immediately! * taps foot* Lol, actually this is REALLY excellent. I'm quite enjoying it. Dare I surmise that...well no I won't. I'll let myself be surprised.

Oh WOW he removed the vow ! I want the next chapter immediately!!! You are so evil to withhold it! This was just heartbreaking watching both Hermione and SEverus suffer so. Poor Happy.

What??? Oh my. *aughhhh...I have fallen.* Off the cliff I go.*giggle* Let's just say I am enjoying this immensely, and am looking forward to your next thrilling post.Thank you again for sharing~

YOU are a very bad author!!! What's this vow (un unbreakable one?) that he made. To what purpose? YOu better update quickly *stare menacingly at you*

What a delicious diner they had. I'm jealous. *wink*

I LOVE this chapter!! ANd considering thess two sentences "I’ve never seen him look so bloody edible in my life, and my mouth goes dry.""I feel an urge to lick the exposed flesh"I'm wondering what, precisely, thay are going to eat for diner...