Oh my goodness.  I would so totally have to touch the initial stone, just like Minerva, marking the beginning and ending of the trip all the way around the island.  Damned OCD.And sex on the beach;  Albus' private, secluded, warded beach?  Delicious.They're gonna do it in the cold ocean water, aren't they?  Woohoo!See you at CR, OLotB.  Darn, it's warm in here...

ooh...really hot tub sex....and then quibbling over drawer space!! Argh!! But sending for his mother's vanity. Swoon.And Wilspy has lace curtains! I LOVED the reapperance of Raggles...and Raggles' behavior. And the teasing was cute. I, too, wonder what Grandma Siofre will think!!!

Fantastic chapter - I loved how they "made waves" :D.  Also, I didn't comment before, but I LOVED their use of the charm!  And Albus's thoughts about sharing drawers being "fraught with danger" was quite amusing, although I hope that they work that bit out.  I can't wait until the next chapter - please update soon!

Very sweet beginning. I really enjoyed this.

Who needs a rubber ducky when you have a Minerva to play w/ in the tub?  Wonderful spell and good thing he brought the potion!Too sweet about the sharing of drawers--Albus can be so endearingly modest at times--even just minutes after having made such waves!  Reading your stories is so educational <g>--I hadn't really known that people liked and consumed catnip too, but googled 'catnip tea' and was enlightened about its many supposed benefits.  I note that Minerva also is exceedingly fond of fish--which is admittedly a family trait, and also logical living so near the sea--but  it's rather appropriate for Raggles too!  (My 2 RL felines are both indifferent to catnip, oddly...as they are to all stereotypical 'cat favourites'--they do not like catnip *or* any kind of fish *or* chicken.  Lasagna, though, is a whole 'nother story.  Go figure. Much more fickle than sweet, mischievous Raggles!)

I am so loving this story. Each chapter just gets better and better and if I wasn't before, I am now a certified LEMONADE ADDICT!!! Hmm, maybe I should see about founding LAA (Lemonade Addicts Anonymous)~ only problem is that I don't wanna be cured and I'm certainly not anonymous. Talk about making waves! I love those claw footed tubs and I can't tell you how happy I am that Albus has one at his cottage. That was a superb lemon, nicely written, incredibly steamy, and certainly very satisfying for all involved...wink wink.And I just have to say you nearly made me spew my Earl Grey tea all over my computer screen with this little exchange:“You really do think you’re very amusing with your catnip-jokes, don’t you?” she said in mock irritation.“Mm, very!” Albus said with a grin. He looked her up and down. Her dressing gown had come open when she returned to her original form, and she was wearing nothing underneath. “I also like to . . . pet the pussy.” His eyes fixed on her dark curly thatch.Minerva blushed, but rather than cover herself, she opened the front of the gown further as she put her hands on her hips, teasing him in return. “I rather like it when you do, too . . . but you said we’d have tea.”THAT WAS BLOODY FANTASTIC!!!! I can't tell you how much I love it when Albus shows his "naughtier" side and Minerva encourages him to the point of distraction. This little holiday is certainly what they both needed to grow more comfortable together and to truly revel in their passions. Ahhh, dreamy sigh.Albus is going to being his mother's vanity table to the cottage for her. That's so sweet and very appropriate since she's the new woman in his life. I am sure Minerva fully appreciates the gesture and recognizes it as his bringing her into his family entirely.I felt a bit sorry for Minerva when she tried to share the drawer space with Albus. I suppose living alone all those years, he's become a bit settled in his ways. I can sorta see both sides on this one. I'm just glad it didn't turn into anything major for them. I'm with Minerva though...with a dreamy Albus the STUD, who needs nightclothes??? tee hee.Anyway, still lovin' the story and waiting on more LEMONADE! Off to print some fliers for AMLL (Albus Minerva Lemonade Lovers)...my new addiction!   (your GLM(

Another steamy one!I concur w/ stardragon--your food makes me hungry, and Albus can cook for me whenever he wants!And the mini-library is so cute, and the heavily warded books, and Albus trusting Minerva to look at them....For someone who hasn't been in a long-term sexual relationship for the better part of a century (I'm thinking of his most recent one as more episodic) Albus is certainly being creative and inspired.  I guess some things are like riding a bike <g>, but his imagination sure doesn't seem at all rusty, now that his insecurities have been healed!   Speaking of former partners and, umm, teachers <g>, in the extensive RaMverse backstory you have in your head, do you imagine Albus ever meeting Rudolf? They are both Potions Masters and have many mutual acquaintances, and the wizarding world is very small, really, so I would think it's possible they might meet.  And if so, do they discuss anything other than potions?  That could be awkward!  

Albus is gettng quite in practice now!! They have some quite amazing stamina even without spells. Yowzer! Very hot!Random thoughts--Your food descriptions always make me very hungry! I love the library, the cottage, the island. It's so perfect! Hee, guess now I know where Albus went when he left Hogwarts in OofP.The Emain Ablach story is a nice touch! Great writing, as always. I'm glad I'm caught up now, and have more to look forward to!Have a great weekend.

I had the sense--when there were still at Hogwarts--that Albus had not really, erm, let go yet. I still don't think he has, completely, but it sure is fun getting there!Wow.He's very cute, and his little coming song was very erotic!This made me smile...smiled in wonder and happiness that she was actually looking at Albus, lying beside her in bed, and not at a little framed photograph that she had kept on her night stand for years. Great chapter!

Beautiful! Very hot, yes, but with so much sensitivity, too! Aside from the great sex, love the island and the cottage, and all the description. Very vivid.

So it's the cottage! I rather thought that is where they would end up, but wasn't sure!Albus is definitely relaxing now (all that exra-curricular activity certainly helps!<g>). I love Minerva's fussing over him, too. Yes, subscribing to the email alerts has crossed my mind sometimes, and then escapes through its many gaps before I get around to acting on it. Fun to have several chapters to read at once though (definitely short by RaM standards, but good lord, you've written a multi-volume serial...it's amazing, really)

I can't even begin to tell you how perfect this story is right now. It's the perfect distraction to hours and hours of tedious coding. Warm lemony goodness, top to bottom, with every byte (pun very much intended).

Arrgh, I *just* found this story! RL has been insane of late, and I ususlly look at ffnet for an update first since I don't have to log-in there. Finally occurred to me to check your journal...Lots of reading to do and I'm packing to go out of town tomorrow. Well, something to look forward to when I have the time!!

Wow - that was a fantastic chapter - just marvellous!  It's my birthday today, and an update was one of the best presents I received!  I hope that you update soon!

MERLINS BEARD, WOMAN!!! The more lemonade you make, the better it is. I can’t imagine how hot and tangy this story is going to be by the end of the story. Whew…but hey, I’m definitely going to stick around and see how this one ends. Wink wink.

I love the sound of the library at the cottage. It sounds very quaint and relaxing, especially on a rainy sort of day. Ahhh, paradise, especially if there’s an Albus nearby to share chocolate torte with me and then to help me test the bathtub and rocking chair….tee hee. I absolutely adore the idea of them seeing Avalon from their Refuge Island. That’s a perfect addition and it only makes the island that much more appealing. I’m hoping they’ll catch a glimpse of it before they leave, but I’ll settle for more lemon chiffon in lieu of Avalon. Minerva is such the little tease. I was rolling in laughter as she levitated her knickers beneath his pillow. Stroke of genius there, my dear! And their lovemaking just gets better and better as they become more comfortable together.

I’m really happy to see Albus opening up more to her and being less and less shy about what he needs and wants. Their roleplaying games are fantastic fun and erotic at the same time. They’re truly going to be a couple that enjoys playing together…tee hee.

That spell of Albus’…yeah, that’s one amazing spell and Minerva is one lucky witch. Thank Merlin that Valerianna didn’t realize just what she was missing out on when she slept around behind Albus’ back. Then again, Albus and Minerva were destined to be together so I’m sure that romance would have been short lived. Still, Minerva is incredibly lucky and I have no doubts that Albus is thrilled that he learned how to manipulate that particular spell. I am anxiously awaiting more lemonade. My glass is empty so don’t take too long to make a fresh batch!

Have a great weekend!!!

GLM

Hot damn!!!! Speechlessly hot damn!!! So, yeah. Hot Damn! Oh, and I hope they see the ghost island! And I'm glad Albus is starting to think of the future!!! And the death by chocolate made a return visit!!! And, I loved what Albus said about being moved to cook for her, vs. them both eating cheese + pickle sandwiches. GOOD man!!

Another lovely chapter.

They don't lack for energy and stamina, do they?

And what better to follow their third passionate coupling of the day than sun, sand and beautiful scenery?  Albus really was being a silly wizard to think that Minerva would do anything but adore his cottage and his island.  And his cooking.  I'm w/ the Duo--I want an Albus!

I hope Wilspy is enjoying a few days' relaxation and contentment back at Hogwarts!  Obviously she knows exactly what they're up to, as she ported provender for 2 to the cottage and is far from a naive elf.  I bet she's glad she no longer has to wish them sweet dreams (cf RaM) but that they're now making sweet waking fantasies all on their own.  I do wonder what's going through her elfish brain, and if she and her dear Master Albus have had any direct conversations about his recent good fortune. Or what thoughts she and Blampa may have exchanged--though Wilspy would never gossip about Albus....and I hope Gertrude is also having a nice few days b/4 school starts. ;-)

You are spoiling us with happiness!! That walk was delightful!!! Excellent chapter!!!

I want to go on holiday with Albus too...sniff sniff. As if his island getaway wasn't enough, he cooks and has a truly romantic and yet a naughty streak too. I'm so jealous of Minerva!!! DREAMY SIGH!It's wonderful and exciting to see Albus gaining more confidence in himself as a lover with Minerva. He's growing bolder and more daring, which is exciting for lots of reasons...namely the amazing lemons you write.Hmm, I do believe I detected a hint of the roleplaying games they loved to play in An Act of Love. The way you blend each of your stories together is wonderful and it's fun to see little details from the stories emerging. Just by using the music box alone, you've managed to combine three of your stories beautifully!!The ending scene was so warm and cozy. I could just see them snuggled up in front of a fire and watching the flames dance around in the fireplace as the ocean waves crashed outside. As I said in the beginning...I WANNA GO ON HOLIDAY WITH ALBUS!!! As always, I'm eagerly awaiting the next chapter and my next tall glass of LEMONADE!!! TTFN,GLM

That was rather a nice way to delay lunchtime!  And I'm glad that Albus is expressing himself more freely with Minerva now!  Great chapter, as always, and please update soon!

I got a lot of giggles out of this chapter and of course I loved the lemons…mmmm, lemons!!!! Albus and Minerva reading in bed was a sweet little scenario. I could easily imagine them in bed, each trying to read a book but one of them being easily distracted. It’s such a lovely little notion and it shows how easily they’re slipping into this relationship and how comfortable they are with one another. That’s great. Knickers under the pillow…what a hoot!!! Minerva is such a flirt and so is Albus. I was hoping we’d get to see his reaction to finding them under his pillow. Hmm, wonder if he always keeps a pair of her knickers beneath his pillow now…lol! That would be sorta hard to explain to Wilspy, though I’m sure the little house elf wouldn’t dare mention it to a single soul. Okay, so Minerva had me in stitches!! The bit with the window was hysterical. I had a silly grin on my face the entire time and I felt so sorry for Albus. I have to say, though, that he handled it well and with no complaints. What a sweetie to endure for the love of his life!!! And the bit with him rolling over and wrapping his arm around her…awwwwww. Albus + Minerva=ABSOLUTE CUTENESS!!! He can’t shout it from the mountains but he can certainly make a lasting mark on the rocks on their island. He’s so romantic and sweet. I’m so shocked that another woman didn’t realize the wonderful man that he is and snatch him up and do everything within her powers to keep him happy. I love it when he shows his romantic and childish side at the same time….awwww. Sex on the beach…WOOO HOO!! The way Albus convinced Minerva to join him in the water was ingenious. Having him undress in front of her and then to take her in his arms…brilliant. And that spell is sure being tested on this little holiday. I am so happy that Albus is growing more and more comfortable around Minerva and letting more of his playful and naughty side show. It’s fun to read all the ideas he has are sure to make for some hot hot hot lemons!!! I can’t wait to see what else Albus and Minerva have in store for the remainder of their island stay. It’s sure to be…stimulating…arousing…satisfying…need I go on???? Looking forward to more more more!GLM

Albus's cottage sounds beautiful! The vacation is certainly shaping up well, and both Albus and Minerva could use some vacation time before returning to Hogwarts. They'll certainly find a lot of privacy on the island.I love the way that Albus carried Minerva over the threshold. That's an adorable moment, and truly romantic. Albus does still seem a little sheepish about doing it. Silly wizard.I loved the scene between Albus and Minerva at the end, and I'm glad to see that she likes the cottage. The island sounds like the perfect place for a vacation - peaceful and very quiet. 

The beginning was adorable - I'm sure that Minerva appreciated Albus's greeting in the morning, and the accompanying lemon was wonderful. Blampa certainly provided her with a good breakfast. She certainly is a sweet little house-elf, and cares a lot for Minerva.Albus certainly has exotic ideas for his vacations - and I love the idea of his old friend Nicolas Flamel still living around Paris. Considering how old Flamel is by 1957, he would have seen a lot of changes there since medieval times, for both Muggles and magical people! Minerva and Albus's vacation to his cottage in Scotland will be an interesting one, for sure! I look forward to seeing all of their little moments together, too.

Sad to think that their holiday is over.  The two of them managed to have a bit of a honeymoon, however they might describe it.  I laughed when Albus got to be Minerva's hero, again.  Saving Minerva from an amorous wildcat was a good deed, indeed.Why do I have the feeling that those thousand year wards will be something they'll be grateful for in the future, when the difficult times come?

You have broken my heart this morning. The story is over...sniff sniff! I'm so thankful Albus was there to rescue the damsal in distress on the tree limb. That must have been really scary but at least, as she said, she got a great massage from it. Tee hee. And the massage really was great! I love it when even the simple gestures of love turn into erotic and passionate encounters between them. I had to laugh when Albus professed that he just needed a "taste" The special "ceremony" that introduced Minerva to the wards at the island was beautiful, both in their dialogue with each other and the execution by the author (YOU). It's amazing the amount of detail and depth you put into those sort of scenes and how believable they truly are. It's very easy to accept them as canon events and makes me wish that the other stuff past OOTP never existed. Of course, I don't acknowledge those books so in my universe, this is my canon! LOLIt will be interesting to see how Albus and Minerva find time to be together once they're back at Hogwarts and how things will progress for them. I feel a bit melancholy at the thought of them having to return to the real world with all its demands and problems for them. But in order to appreciate the flowers, a little rain must fall and I have no doubts in my mind that now that Albus has overcome his doubts and fears and has actually grown comfortable in expressing his needs and desires to Minerva, things won't grow boring for them. I'm really looking forward to that!I have loved this story from the start and as I said, I'm sorry it's ending. But I am looking forward to returning to RaM and Death's Dominion...plus any other one-shots or short stories you decide to send our way. HINT HINT, WINK WINK, NUDGE NUDGE! Toodles,GLM