sarah_90
Sunday 1st July 2012 10:27 | Domestic Disharmony |
oh a very very cute story!
love it |
gymnastgal19
Tuesday 30th September 2008 23:14 | Domestic Disharmony |
hahahah... i would be pretty mad too if someone important in my life forgot my borthday.... but im glad that ginny realized that it wasnt wiorth holding a grudge...
nice ending... they should teach 'em how do make coffee before someone gets poisoned
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gymnastgal19
Friday 26th October 2007 09:43 | Domestic Disharmony |
awww!!! so sweet!!!
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malvernrob
Tuesday 7th August 2007 08:56 | Domestic Disharmony |
The breakfast scenes with Ginny and her children were quite wonderful. Ginny hugging her children and telling them that they will make biscuits together. Just very nice work Mags. I really enjoyed it. Motherhood sure suits your version of Ginny.
*sighs*.......hehe
Ok on to the next tale. |
daniel_r_crazy22
Tuesday 1st August 2006 20:25 | Domestic Disharmony |
| Aww. Poor Ginny. I kind-of figured that Harry would do something like this. And I like the comment Harry made at the end. Very good. |
Bucktavius
Monday 17th October 2005 14:19 | Domestic Disharmony |
| very nicely done. an excellent expansion of your first story. I really think that you should put them together as chapters. a reshuffle would work quite well. |
| Tuesday 18th October 2005 07:52 | Domestic Disharmony (Author Response) |
| This really wouldn't work as a chapter tacked on to "A Life Well Lived." The point of these one-shots ("Terrible Burden of Grace" and a R/Hr story only available on LJ also fit into this universe) is to examine a snapshot of Harry and Ginny's adult life in more intimate detail, whereas "Life" simply laid the foundations. I'm glad you enjoyed this one, though; I'm quite fond of it myself. |
James and Lily 4eva
Saturday 25th June 2005 06:53 | Domestic Disharmony |
| awwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww what a lovely story!!!! |
| Saturday 25th June 2005 13:35 | Domestic Disharmony (Author Response) |
| Thank you!
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jeanne
Sunday 12th June 2005 10:26 | Domestic Disharmony |
| It was,in answer to the review from Sherylyn, Ron and Mione who started months ago at Harry. No where did you mention, Ginny doing the same, just being hurt cause he couldn,t say a simple "Happy Birthday,Gin.,I love You".By the way ,why can,t she use magic to look better again,since Idon,t think they have plastic surgeons,do they. |
jeanne
Sunday 12th June 2005 10:15 | Domestic Disharmony |
| Oh my, how I empathise with Ginny. For years I felt the same until one day my hubby said,after once more giving me a too small item of clothing as a gift and being told so by me, "You look exactly the same as when we started going together". Blind ,or love? You sure did that well and if never having been in that position,you still managed tocome up with that, then goodo,as you are very insightful.This was very well done. |
| Sunday 12th June 2005 13:33 | Domestic Disharmony (Author Response) |
| Oh, that's so sweet of your husband to say that. They do say love is blind.
In answer to your question in the other review, about why Ginny doesn't
just use magic to erase the years, first of all, I don't think such a
long-term spell would be possible without negative side effects, and
secondly, I (personally) find that sort of behavior just as unrealistic
and OOC as Hermione permanently taming her hair and running around in
midriff-baring tops and low-rise jeans. I'm glad to hear you enjoyed
this. Thanks so much for your thoughtful review!
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sonicdale
Friday 13th May 2005 10:43 | Domestic Disharmony |
Sweet.
Real.
And very, very risky. My wife's 30th didn't go over well.
I guess it didn't help that I'd put over 200 postit notes on every surface in the house that said "You're 30!"
I paid for it. And so did Harry. I'm glad to see Adult!Harry in this fic - and you nailed his thought processes. Good work. |
| Friday 13th May 2005 19:10 | Domestic Disharmony (Author Response) |
| You
chose an interesting fic to read after "Captain's Prerogative," because
I think it's the same Harry in both stories, just with nearly 25 years'
difference in age -- still not quite thinking things through and having
to learn a hard lesson because of it. I'm especially glad to hear you
think I got his "voice" down right. Thanks for your review!
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passionflower89
Sunday 8th May 2005 23:28 | Domestic Disharmony |
| Aww this was so cute! typical Harry, i think you characterised everyone perfectly, and i love the kids, they are adorable! |
| Tuesday 10th May 2005 08:00 | Domestic Disharmony (Author Response) |
| Thank you very much! I'm pleased to hear you think I got the characterizations right. I'm also glad you liked my OCs. Thanks for taking the time to review! |
Fuzzy
Sunday 8th May 2005 17:11 | Domestic Disharmony |
| Lol. Great job! It was really funny! |
| Tuesday 10th May 2005 07:58 | Domestic Disharmony (Author Response) |
| Thank you! Glad I could bring a smile to your face. |
Astrid
Saturday 7th May 2005 23:07 | Domestic Disharmony |
Well, I suppose Harry and Ginny both learned a lesson.
Good story. |
| Sunday 8th May 2005 10:30 | Domestic Disharmony (Author Response) |
| What's life without a hard-learned lesson thrown in every now and again? Thanks for the review!
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Kelleypen
Saturday 7th May 2005 11:52 | Domestic Disharmony |
| I loved it even more reading it this time. (especially since I've been married 26 years this month.) And is Mrs. Martin the muggle farmer's wife's first name Harriet? |
| Sunday 8th May 2005 10:29 | Domestic Disharmony (Author Response) |
Thank you so much! I'm honored you came back for another read.
As for
Mrs. Martin, she doesn't really have a first name as yet, though
there's no reason why it couldn't be Harriet. Is there a particular
reason why you think it is?
Thanks for the review!
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Flibertygibet
Saturday 7th May 2005 01:17 | Domestic Disharmony |
| Fantastic job on this story. It brought tears to my eyes and made me laugh out loud. Loved it! :) |
| Saturday 7th May 2005 06:54 | Domestic Disharmony (Author Response) |
| Thank you!
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levotatingT
Tuesday 3rd May 2005 19:26 | Domestic Disharmony |
That was really great. A little on the open side but I enjoyed it. I definitly agree with the length of the story, It shouldn't be longer or shorter. Awsome
Great job, keep writing, Plez write back
levotatingT |
| Wednesday 4th May 2005 10:47 | Domestic Disharmony (Author Response) |
| I'm curious to know what you mean by "open." Still, I'm glad you enjoyed this. Thanks for taking the time to review! |
pepperdawg
Tuesday 3rd May 2005 18:56 | Domestic Disharmony |
Right, so this is gonna
sound immature and everything but...theres a LOT to look forward to
when i turn forty isn't there? Gah. Why can't i just turn like...20
somethin and then never age anymore? Double Gah. oh well. Its
better than the alternative i guess. very nice fic, loved how Ginny
acts when she's older. She's like a replica of Mrs. Weasley!!! And i'm
happy that Harry isn't as oblivious and stupid as he seems...
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| Wednesday 4th May 2005 10:41 | Domestic Disharmony (Author Response) |
| Hey, if I were married to Harry, I wouldn't mind turning 40. I'm glad you liked this. Thanks for writing! |
Musings
Tuesday 3rd May 2005 16:49 | Domestic Disharmony |
| Merlin's balls, eh? That had me laughing loud enough to scare the cat. Just a brilliant story, MM. Thank you so much for sharing it with us! |
| Wednesday 4th May 2005 10:40 | Domestic Disharmony (Author Response) |
| Sometimes I crack up even myself. I'm glad you liked this! |
Muggle Witch
Tuesday 3rd May 2005 13:59 | Domestic Disharmony |
| Well done. That was really well written. |
| Tuesday 3rd May 2005 16:08 | Domestic Disharmony (Author Response) |
| Thank you!
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Delfino
Monday 2nd May 2005 17:44 | Domestic Disharmony |
| very funny. good job! |
| Tuesday 3rd May 2005 09:28 | Domestic Disharmony (Author Response) |
| Thank you! |
Reenie
Monday 2nd May 2005 04:13 | Domestic Disharmony |
| Oh My that was so cute thank you for writing a more human H/G post hogwarts story... i've seen to many "Happily ever afters" that are all sweetness and light and so impossibly sacherine your story on the other hand is so real i can imagine it coming from JK's pen. Thank you. |
| Tuesday 3rd May 2005 09:28 | Domestic Disharmony (Author Response) |
| Thank you! I'm not a fan of overly sweet stories either -- I'd much rather read something that's more balanced, with a little bit of tart to cut the edge off the sweetness. I'm glad you liked this. Thanks for reviewing! |
itsme07863
Thursday 28th April 2005 23:07 | Domestic Disharmony |
| aww sweet. lol. "Sagging breasts, stretch marks, gray hairs and all?"
although isnt he agreeing with that when he says "I wouldn't
have you any other way.". he should say she doesnt or something. lol.
just an observation. but good job, i liked it alot.
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| Tuesday 3rd May 2005 09:27 | Domestic Disharmony (Author Response) |
| Not at all. Harry knows Ginny wouldn't accept anything but the unvarnished truth from him, and he truly does love her just the way she is. I love Harry, have I said that lately? Thanks for your review! |
Sherylyn
Sunday 8th August 2004 02:49 | Domestic Disharmony |
Wow... you really nailed the interactions of a long-time married couple and all! It was all wonderfully well done, but I think this part is what especially got to me:
He took a few steps closer to set the wine bottle on the table, then turned and leaned against it with his arms folded over his chest. "I knew what they were on about the instant they opened their mouths. And it hurt. It hurt to think that my own wife reckons I'm too bloody stupid to remember she's turning forty this year, or that I'm too bloody insensitive to realize how much that worries her."
Wow... It really made me think about how often we women do treat our guys as if they're idiots. Yeah, I'm sure some of them are at times, but I'm sure they'd say the same thing if they thought they wouldn't be deprived of rather important parts of their anatomy!
GREAT job overall -- totally!!
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StarlightChica
Tuesday 20th July 2004 15:30 | Domestic Disharmony |
This was such a cute story! I really enjoyed reading it. Kudos to you!
~StarlightChica |
| Tuesday 20th July 2004 15:30 | Domestic Disharmony (Author Response) |
| Thanks! I'm glad you enjoyed it. |
Calixa
Saturday 17th July 2004 11:36 | Domestic Disharmony |
| Lovely story. My heart went out to Ginny AND Harry, and Dickie? Is a sweetheart, bless him! I absolutely LOVE your work, and am definitely a fan |
| Saturday 17th July 2004 11:36 | Domestic Disharmony (Author Response) |
I'm actually blushing, but this is the closest emoticon I could find: Your praise means very much to me; I'm so pleased you enjoyed my story. I'm quite fond of Dickie too, but then he's based on my son so I'm a bit biased.
Thanks for writing! |
OHGinnyfan
Thursday 15th July 2004 05:47 | Domestic Disharmony |
Oh, this was so cute! I loved the tender ending. And one of my favorite lines is:
She could pack a term's worth of Hogwarts supplies in the bags under her eyes. As for the rest of her body....
Great story!
Susan
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| Thursday 15th July 2004 05:47 | Domestic Disharmony (Author Response) |
Thanks, Susan! I'm a sucker for an upbeat ending, especially when it comes to Harry and Ginny.
Thanks for taking the time to write! |
cloud9
Thursday 15th July 2004 02:53 | Domestic Disharmony |
| i really liked this story. it was really really good. |
| Thursday 15th July 2004 02:53 | Domestic Disharmony (Author Response) |
| Thank you! |
Megan SQ
Wednesday 14th July 2004 19:27 | Domestic Disharmony |
| Really beautiful, right down to the last line. |
| Wednesday 14th July 2004 19:27 | Domestic Disharmony (Author Response) |
| Thank you! |
Mr. Intel
Wednesday 14th July 2004 18:24 | Domestic Disharmony |
I'm glad the real chapter showed itself. This was an extremely well-written, finely tuned story. It felt like I was reading a novel; something that doesn't ever happen in this particular fandom.
Fantastic job. |
| Wednesday 14th July 2004 18:24 | Domestic Disharmony (Author Response) |
Yes, that was quite the snafu, wasn't it? Kudos to the mod team for fixing it so quickly.
Thank you so much for your kind comments and for taking the time to share your thoughts with me; I'm so pleased this story had such an effect on you. |
XiaoXiao
Wednesday 14th July 2004 13:26 | Domestic Disharmony |
| I absolutely loved this! It's a beautiful tale of commitment, and how misunderstandings can almost ruin a relationship. I'm glad it didn't ruin this one, though! |
| Wednesday 14th July 2004 13:26 | Domestic Disharmony (Author Response) |
Thank you! I'd like to think after 20+ years together Harry and Ginny can work through simple misunderstandings--that's the beauty of a relationship founded on love and trust.
Thanks for writing! |
WandlessOne
Wednesday 14th July 2004 13:08 | Domestic Disharmony |
| Oh, nice. I really enjoy grown-up-H/Hr/R/G stories. |
| Wednesday 14th July 2004 13:08 | Domestic Disharmony (Author Response) |
Me too, and there aren't nearly enough of them that look at the gang beyond their 20s. This is a recent fixation of mine, so don't be surprised to see more in the same vein from me in the future.
Thanks for writing! |
Ima Quidditch Fan
Wednesday 14th July 2004 11:14 | Domestic Disharmony |
| Very nice! |
| Wednesday 14th July 2004 11:14 | Domestic Disharmony (Author Response) |
| Thank you! |
Tosca
Wednesday 14th July 2004 10:34 | Domestic Disharmony |
| Awwww, that was so lovely. Just what I needed this morning. Poor Ginny, and silly Harry. What a sweet thing for him to do. And the children were just so adorable! I liked it a lot. |
| Wednesday 14th July 2004 10:34 | Domestic Disharmony (Author Response) |
Thank you! I'm so glad to hear I made your morning. My work for the day is done.
Thanks for writing!
MM |
Aggiebell
Wednesday 14th July 2004 10:03 | Domestic Disharmony |
MM, I just love this. It was just beautiful, and I think you did a wonderful job capturing Ginny's insecurities at turning 40--and with her aging body. I haven't got to 40 (yet), but it's not far away.
Harry was just...sigh. So, so sweet, even if he did make a bit of a mistake in judgement when he made GInny think he forgot her birthday. I like that he wasn't perfect in this story--that he wanted to make her think he forgot because he was hurt himself.
I also love the interaction with the kids. Dickie's coffee was hysterical, and the way you ended the story with Harry commenting on it was perfect.
Beautiful story, MM!
Julie
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| Wednesday 14th July 2004 10:03 | Domestic Disharmony (Author Response) |
Dear Julie,
Thanks so much for your kind remarks! Several elements of this were inspired by or based on real-life experiences, and I'm so glad to hear they rang true for you. As for Harry...*sigh*. I love Harry, cluelessness and all.
Thanks for taking the time to write!
MM |
