I really like tour story but how uncharacteristic is this kate you create from real life and the conversation in the bathroom too; those are the only unrealistic on this story

so she is hurt

I think this bella is too promiscuous

...Age is just a number!

Awesome story. I'm offically addicted.

I love the start can't wait to read the rest:)

Once I started reading this story I couldn't put it down. It's been on my favorites list for a long time. I'm not sure why I've never read it...because I loved it. These characters are so awesome. I thought that this story was great.)

Loved it! It's no wonder this story has over 12k reviews!

I loved this Edward I hate his peers in High School were so mean.
But I would love u 2 write a o/s of the wedding 1 for having a baby.)

sigh...if every woman could find that type of love and devotion. Excellent writing.

I've read this story over the past 4 days obsessively. Art After 5 is now one of my favorite fics. I love this version of Edward Bella. They are so real and have a great ending but it was not all candy coated all the time with rainbows and all. If you decide to update more I look forward to it; if not I'm happy just going back and re-reading. Thank you:)

I so enjoyed this story...thank you for writing it...love these characters and their journey from finding each other, to separation, then finding themselves, becoming friends and then rekindling their passion and love for always.

The last few chapters have been just wonderful...showing both Edward's and Bella's struggles within themselves and their desire to be there for each other in every way they needed each other emotionally. They were there for Esme too through the loss of Carlisle. And Bella did everything she could to be there for Edward through that loss also.
The evening out for Esme at McGillan's was good for Esme and Bella declared her love for Edward to the waitress.

Thanksgiving was a great way to bring them closer and start a new tradition and Edward still having Bella's house key and using it to surprise her that morning, while she was cooking, was perfect!
Edward being ready to have a more intimate relationship also, made my day. This getaway chapter, going to the beach place once again, and the talks they have and ultimate intimacy both emotional and physical were beautifully written and how both have matured and changed and come to understand the difference between what they had before and what they have now, which is even more meaningful...since they know and understand themselves more now.

I love that therapy has helped Bella so much in understanding her fears about being loveable...and love that Edward can see that and understand it. I love that they are in a much better place now and love each other in a really healthy way and grow from there. You write the intimacy so well...and express both their hopes and anxieties so touchingly. Thanks for this story and for such wonderful and memorable characters. I am on to the next chapter now with a smile on my face...and a hope for their happiness in my heart.

I don't know...breaking up with Edward so he would experience college life? Never going to his college functions because there woulkd be underage drinking? Edward care about college life when he hadIt's not like anyone was policing college kids and their off campus or on campus drinking. And why would Edward want college life without Bella? Every coolege life experience is usually about getting drunk to blow off steam, getting high or getting laid bewteen classes and study sessions. Having a steady someone makes most of that unnecessary.
What Bella got out of college is not the same as what Edward wants or needs. I would think she would have grasper that...then again, her own insecurities are at work here...it's sad that she chose to end it...to give him a chance at what she thinks his college experience should be.

Loved this chapter...love this Edward...and this Bella. Love how Edward trusts his feelings and how well he expresses himself to Bella especially...and the way he faces all her doubts. He is a rare person and his relationship with his parents is amazing too. They found a way to be there for him in every way...as parents to guide him and Carlisle chose to also take on the role of friend and confidant...so Edward would always have someone to confide in...since his peers were never comfortable with his academic and musical genius. And that helped him develop emotional maturity and healthy self-esteem...so he was a well rounded person even without the socialization with his peers.
Edward can even help Bella with her insecurities because he is not judgemental and very supportive and he knows his own heart and trustsd himself. He just needs Bella to trust him and their relationship more...so she can leave her doubts about them behind and trust that they can make their relationship work long term. She has a lot to loose if they stay together as it is her that people will judge and find fault with...and it could jeopardise her teaching job as well...once they are more public.
Still I always agree with the fox in the story The Little Prince, who said..."It is only with the heart, that one can see rightly. What is essential is invisible to the eye."

I am so enjoying this story...the only reason I didn't stop to review previous chapters is that I am so engrossed in it, that I wanted to read the next chapter right away...but I wanted to pause and let you know how good this story is and how well you have written and fleshed out these charactets...with sensitivity and respecting their frailities and needs. They have all come alive and I can't wait to read more about them.