I loved this story - really touching and so well written.

I think you definitely did Jessica justice - you're right, she's the only female who doesn't get fan-girl-hatred thrown at her for no good reason. (Except possibly the first Meg, who people accepted because she was bad).

I admit, I'm guilty. I missed the tissues and the water from John - I didn't make the connection. Nice touch! I tend to flip flop on John and my opinion of how good/bad of a father he was. Generally, I think he was both. Or maybe a good man but a lousy father, I don't know. See, flip flop.

I really enjoyed the 'real-sam' vs 'imaginary-sam' reactions from Dean and Sam realizing the distinction and trying to take advantage of it. It didn't even matter that you never showed Dean's POV because you portrayed it so well from Sam's. The story was perfect.

I also liked that Sam approached Dean with no problems but instinctively hid when his dad showed up. It shows that bond between the brothers that remained even though Sam left. I see it as he never left Dean, he left everything else. It was upsetting that he shooed Jessica away before going up to Dean though - but I will admit, it was probably MUCH more in character than introducing her would have been. So again, perfect.

You're a very talented writer and this was a very touching piece. Again, amazing story - thanks for sharing it!

-Corrie

Lovely story. So sad and so sweet. I loved the interaction between the brothers. John's sad reply to "Sam's here, dad" broke my heart!

I just came across this story.It's very good.
I feel a little sad for Sam since I think he rally wanted more time with Dean and their father's arrival interrupted that.Although it was nice to see the softer side of John when he was dealing with Dean.He clearly knew that Dean was in bad shape and was being very gentle with him.
As for Dean - I feel bad that he probably ended up thinking his entire conversation with his brother had just been on big hallucination.He was really out of it and part of him didn't believe that Sam was really there anyway.
Now he probably thinks that he wasn't.
Kind of sad but par for the course with the Winchesters.
Oh well - great story!.

Wonderful. I think you wrote every character well as always. You nailed it. Sam and Dean here made me tear up a little. And I also thought that Sam wondering "if he had the right anymore" was heartbreaking. I mean, c'mon Sam, family is always family, especially when you're a Winchester! Gotta go listen to that song you mentioned. Oh, and I thought Sam meant Dean and the Impala and John when he thought "Like you wouldn't believe". I can see how Sam maybe didn't mean it that way but still that was what I thought...

awe very enjoyable
i love delusional dean

Can we say, AWESOME! I love it!

I especially liked how Sam gravitated towards the Impala, and was /almost/ wishing that he hadn't gone to Stanford.

I was a bit sad when John talked Dean out of believing that Sam was there... Well, sort of, I guess.

Anyway, the point is, I love it! Thanks for writing it. :D

Wonderful. Loved that John thought that Dean was hallucinating Sam. And Jessica was great. Well done. Loved it.

The early interactions between Sam and Jess were a sweet look at something the show never gave us. With the way the current plotline has gone, Jess' character/impact seem even less than a minor shadow so it feels good to get a peek at what Sam's life was like in college in a very natural scenario.

But Dean. His confusion and delirium were just heartbreaking, especially when he interacted with John. That made me feel so sad.

Great work! Looking forward to more!

Another really nice effort that shows the great care you take with each characterization. I felt badly for both brothers and loved Sam's POV in this. Also truly appreciated the touches of kindness and caring you showed us (and Sam) with regard to John. Absolutely how I see him and very sensitively and subtly portrayed.

Nicely done :-)

GADS, I love you!!

You have them so perfect! And yes, Sam is WAY easier to write from - Dean is so...SLIPPERY, lol!!

This was utter perfection!! a total keeper, love, as always! And the previews for the next one?!

*Holds breath*

I will definitely be waiting!

*hugs you*

Mandy

Hey Mirrordance, I'd just like to say that I still reread your LotR fanfiction from time to time, and even though I don't watch "Supernatural", I still think your writing skill has matured a lot since your early fics. You're an amazing writer who has a great ability to touch on the emotions, I also hope you'll go back into LotR fanfiction occasionally. The LotR ff realm is greatly lacking without you there.

That was a great one-shot, loved it! Pity that Sam couldn't face his father, I would have loved some more Dean and Sam scenes, but I guess I'll have to wait for your next fic Once more, plenty of brotherly scenes ahead, I reckon. Can't wait for that one!

This was just lovely - and boy do I love delirious Dean. Really. Man oh man, this just hit all my buttons. Beautifully done all around. Sam recognizing John's footsteps was unique, hiding from Dad, yeah, a given, Dean talking to an imaginary Sam, aplogising for making him go to college. A very sure hand. As always, loved the preview and I hope I'm not so behind when you post next time!

Was much struck by the Anonymous reviewer who apparently hates Jessica with a deep soul darkening passion. When I read she had "ballooned up to a size four" I just about spit coffee out of my nose. I would hope that she is among a small minority who apparently think Jess is worse than the YED. Come on - everyone knows that Ruby, the Jess-clone, is the real villain. LOL!

Love the preview. Sick feverish Dean. Yay!

Phoebe

I like the tone of this! very good!! Great job with their emotions and writing Dean's vulnerability