Only for you, dearie!  I had no idea you were an avaian lover!  My gosh, just when you think you know a person...  I actually posted a challenge for a heavily centered Hedwig story and other familiars who all stumble across couples in compromising positions!  Want to take it on?  I'll send you the link---if I can find it.  ~Ruthie

  Hi, and thanks for the Weasley twin laughs. 

YESYESYESYES!  You got it!  It's as simple as being in alphabetical order!  Thanks for playing on the Charm is Right!  ~Ruthie 

Wahoo! so... what do i win?

Hi !  Well... well... well... I just can't say!  Though please keep reading, I fairly certain you will be happy with the ending.  But I do LOVE the idea of a Remus and Severus sandwich!  Ahhhh !   ~Ruthie

I can't give too much away, just know that it will be interesting and... stimulating!  ~Ruthie

Thank you, Jessajohns!  I'm so thrilled you enjoyed this chapter!  There will be drama and angst to come, so enjoy the humor while you can!  Thanks for letting me know that you enjoyed it!  I LOVE your disclaimer comment!  ~Ruthie

I absolutely LOVED writing this chapter!  As I was writing the previous chapter (same scene) from Hermione's pov, I knew what was going on in Snapes head and I couldn't wait to show him in all of his arrogance!  Thanks!  ~Ruthie

Apolun, I couldn't have said that better myself!  It IS like playing chess with these two!  Thank you so much for that anaology and of course, for following and reviewing!  ~Ruthie

Hermione is upset because she wanted to shag him and instead of him being truthful, he lies to cover up his condition.  One of the things that I've noticed in my own life (thankfully not with this problem) is that how I react as a therapist is vastly different than how I react in all other areas of my life.  Yes, I am a therapist, but I'm also a woman, a mom, a wife, a daughter, etc.  In this case, Hermione's love life is mixed with her work life and it's just too much to handle and work it all out properly.  At least that's how I see it! Thanks for following this fic!  ~Ruthie

I can see why she'd feel hurt that he hadn't trusted her, but he doesn't really know her all that well, aside from her being an old student and coming onto him in the staff room. It's a manly thing I suppose. I don't think he meant any harm to her, just wanted to get himself good so he could please her. Hopefully, she'll get a handle on things and be able to sort herself out. He should realize that she's bound by rules to keep his confidence and not tell anyone about his condition. I guess he'll see that soon enough. I don't know any sex therapists. Sounds like it's fascinating work though. I'll bet you hear some crazy shit. :)

Holy Shit, SW!! I am NOT a Sex Therapist, I'm a Family Therapist!  I don't think I could do that well.  I'd probably be picturing the patient naked, or something.  Anyway, you are a couple of chapters ahead of yourself!  I forgot exactly what chapter it is but Hermione does indeed have to face what she is doing with her code of ethics.  It's coming!~Dr. Ruth (though much younger and vastly more beautiful) 

Hi Togspled!  I'm sorry you didn't get the egg thing!  Don't worry, it really is no big deal.  If you noticed, the previous chapter was from Hermione's perspective and she noticed Snape oggling at her breasts.  She thought it was because he lusted after her.  But in the same scene, with Severus' perspective (this chapter) we see that he was only starring at her bosom because there was something there, not because he was lusting after her breasts.  Some folks get this and have thoroughly enjoyed it.  Others just don't care for it.  It's okay.  The story continues regardless of the attention or lack thereof to the egg.  Thanks for giving me an opportunity to answer your question!  ~Ruthie

i see. thanks. i was so puzzled!

LOL!  I think it's hysterical that he uses the "I have a friend" routine!  You don't have to be a Ph.D. to figure this guy out.  LOL!  Thank you for reviewing again.  I truly appreciate your feedback!  ~Ruthie

Hermione lost her virginity to "Ron's fumbling" and shagged Harry to get it right!  Yum!  In terms of Hermione's behavior, I'd like to think that she's a liberated young witch who is sexually confident.  But as you'll see, she does have her faults, major ones, and in the end this whole story is about her quest for independence and sexual freedom, than it is about Severus' dysfunction.~Ruthie

I would definitely be with Harry. *nods* Yeah, she does seem a bit wild. Kind of like those young girls who get so sheltered at home that when they finally break away, they go nuts--partying, drinking, sexing, etc.Did I mention that I would shag Harry? LOL (when he gets old enough, mind)

LOL!  Sorry about Gangsta Snape!  ROFL!  That's hysterical!  Warty told me they curse too much.  It's interesting really, because I don't curse at all, but when I sit to write STITD, my characters speak to me and I just listen and write down what they say. Jeeze, sounds like I need to see a psychiatrist or something.  As for Tonks, this story is ten years later and I just never thought to mention her.  Maybe I can weave that in there somewhere, but as for now, I've just assumed they are history.  Maybe I can kill her off in some dramatic drawn out dung fight with Hermione... well, maybe not!~Ruthie

LOL! I'm still giggling over here about this. I was flipping through some channels, and there was a guy on there talking about "getting some from his hoes" and such. I pictured Snape up there. Fricking hilarious!Oh, all right. I'm bad about reading author's notes. I'm gonna make a point to do so, and anyway, I was just wondering. I know now all stories follow canon pairings and wasn't certain. I don't like Tonks much anyway. :)I have a pretty foul mouth, I'm ashamed to say. I think I surprise people I speak to in chat. It just comes out. Something will be said, and my initial reaction is, "Fuck that." LOL Bad!SW

Somebody needs to hold me up because I'm about to faint!  {{{SW69}}}  Bless your heart for giving me, a lowly peon, a moment of your time to review!  I bow in your presence!I really appreciate your feedback!  It means the world to me.  ~Ruthie

I apologize for never getting around to reading it before. I see it in queue and figure I should get familiar with it. Ya never know when I'll be the one to take a turn on it. I do like the premise and, poor Snape, I won't go into details here, but I do have some experience with ED... Not me of course... but someone close. Teehee

I've had some people flame me in a big way (not on PP) about this story.  I can only imagine that they've had some personal experience with ED and it has struct a nerve with them.  Some also have serious problems with Hermione's behavior.  I get that, but like some just have to lighten up!  It's just a story!!!  Flames hurt, but concrit is always welcomed!  I know that that is what you would give me.  ~Ruthie

Thank you

!  I appreciate the feedback.  STITD will get more interesting, as there is some angst and drama mixed in.  Enjoy and thanks for reviewing!  ~Ruthie

Thanks

!  Just you wait, there is more to be jealous of!  I love IT too!  LOL!  ~Ruthie

You will see that my Hermione is a force to be reckoned with!  She's a liberated sexual goddess and I love her like that!  The plot will thicken soon enough.  Thanks for following and reviewing.  ~Ruthie

Hi SW!This is absolutely my favorite chapter!  As Hermione is engaging in these out-of-the-ordinary actions, I tried to be clear that she knows this is not what she is supposed to be doing  and on top of that, she is very uncomfortable and nervous.  But, in her game with Severus she is determined to win!  I love this game of cat and mouse! 

Oh, I agree that if I step back from it and view it with a clear mind, it is very cute. I guess I'm just always trying to make things plausible. Well, that doesn't sound right either. LOL! I don't know the word I'm looking for. Like, instead of playing games with him, she should be trying to really help him with his ED since she obviously knows it's him. If she's suddenly triumphant where he says, "You win. Take me--if you can." I just don't know what she's really won if he's too soft to give her anything good. And also, I think probably I'm just biased because I don't normally like sleep around!Hermione. She seems too reserved for that in canon, so it's hard for me to see her painted that way (keeping her "friendship" with Viktor a secret, not openly acting on her feelings for Ron, not liking Cormac's affections at all, being indignant and droven to tears when Rita Skeeter painted her as a harlot, and being hurt when Ron's Mum thought her to be one.) I guess it's hard for me to step away from that Hermione to a new and improved one.But so long as she doesn't sleep around with all kinds of other people in the fic, I don't guess what she's done in her past should reflect in her relationship with Snape.  I'm gonna try to be more open when reading, though, as it should be fun for me, too, as a reader, instead of me worrying about the way Hermione acts.And this no way reflects on your ability as a writer, it's just a little different than I normally like Hermione to be. Know what I mean? And that's my own problem, not yours.

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Hi Winnie!  I will definately keep posting all updates here.  The newest chapter is written and has been beta'd by Wartcap, I just need to upload all previous chapters first.  Thanks for reading again and reviewing!  I think I'm going to love PP!  ~Ruthie

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Awesome!

Ancientgirl, OMG, how I love you and your stories!  Squeeee!  **Blush**  Thanks for reading and letting me know that you like it.  I appreciate the feedback.  ~Ruthie

Oh I'm so glad you like my stories, its wonderful of you to say so.

This caught my eye, and I've been in the mood for something with a bit if humor. I really can't wait to read more.

Ancientgirl, I'm glad it caught your eye, just remember that while this is humor, it has a bit of angst and drama!  Stay tuned, I'll keep posting as often as PP lets me!  ~Ruthie

Yes Ma'am!  ~Ruthie

Sending you a simple 'thank you for your review' just doesn't seem like enough.  It is clear that you put great thought into your comments.  You remember so much of this story!  Thank you for your generous review.   ~Frances  LOL!  ~Ruthie 

For all the humor in this story, it really is about people just rying to be happy amidst the madness around them.  Thank you for allowing me to relive this story right along with you. I appreciate your reading and reviewing.~Ruthie