very interesting..I liked it

Author's Response: Thank you!

I was very glad to see an update to this story. But I can't believe that you made Draco almost bald!! How could you?!

All in the name of realism, I suppose. I see you weren't kidding when you said this fic is epilogue-compliant.

You've done a great job with Mr. Cambell's character. His enthusiasm was quite grating and I felt almost exhausted reading about him; there's a great realism in the characters. :)

I liked the introspective Ginny; how she regrets the choices she's made in her married life, but that it hasn't embittered her. Draco's residual feelings about the library hit close to my heart - I still wince when I think of Janine's banishing of the books, even though it's just a fictional library.

The little bits of back-story that are interspersed within the fic give much depth to it all. Such as how Draco and Ginny's sons hexed each other reflects their personalities, and what they thought of each other. (i.e. a 'carrot-top' -the Weasley- and a coddled, 'cocooned' child -the Malfoy.)

I can't wait for a new chapter. I hope that you update soon!

Author's Response:

Wow! What a detailed review! I'm humbled that you would take so much time to tell me your impressions.

Yes, Draco is bald in the name of realism and canon compliancy. But really, he's in his nineties. It's unlikely that he'd have a full head of hair, even if it hadn't been receding already before he was forty.

I'm glad you also like the little details and side characters. Writing those little bits and pieces is one of my favorite parts of writing. (And you'll get to see more of Ginny and Draco's sons in the next chapter!)

Thanks again for such a thoughtful review!

You are quite incredible. Dealing with me and real life in addition to this marvel you've been working on? Just how do you do it?

I love Ginny's acceptance of the flattery while still not appreciative of it. And her first impression of Draco was perfect. And I can't forget my favorite: the results of their children's duel. Brilliant.

Author's Response: I'm happy that you picked out those details--they're things I like about the chapter as well. As for how I do it all, it helps that I have a rough draft of the story already finished, so all I have to do is edit. Of course, you can probably imagine what my editing process is like, considering what I put you through! Thanks so much for reading and for the review!

Oh, I love it. You know, ages are slightly off methinks in the Wizarding World. I'm sure that 90 year olds aren't nearly as fragile as we muggles. I imagine that this group home is more of a communal living situation for the sake of company. I've already written about how much I love this fic, with its potential for romance, memory flashbacks, funny conversation. Good for you, Em. This is wonderful.

Author's Response: You're right that I envision it as more of a communal living situation than a nursing home. They are a bit fragile, but not too bad--wizards do age more slowly. Thank you for the lovely review!

This story is really very charming. Crotchety old Draco, stuck living in close quarters with an enthusiastic Hufflepuff. I've never read another story like this, which is refreshing. I'm looking forward to seeing how things develop between our couple. It's nice, too, that Draco had a good marriage in his younger years.

Author's Response:

I have made Draco suffer quite a few indignities, haven't I? That's one of the reasons he had a good marriage--I had to give him something positive to look back on! :) I'm glad that you are enjoying the story so far. And now you can probably figure out where the cookie I posted in your journal takes place--that will show up in a couple of chapters. I'm glad that you are enjoying the story so far. Thanks for reading and for the review!