Date: 11/08/11 12:50 am Title: Talking is really important
my favorite aspect of Bill's character is his innocence. that just blows me away every time. he's just such an angel, and for some reason i imagine faux-hawk Bill like this, and it's so damned cute it makes me wanna cry.
Author's Response: I imagine him with long black hair c.a. 2008, but feel free to imagine him however you'd like! Cute faux-hawk Bill would be a walking-talking cuddly bear, and I want to glomp him just thinking about it! :)
Date: 11/08/11 12:47 am Title: Its okay to be a little bit different
Aww what a little cutie. I actually like how you've written this from his POV. It's as if he'd let us inside his little world where he doesn't quite get the meaning of everything, yet he DOES notice the little differences like Tom knowing how to tie his shoes and how he can't. But he doesn't really spends much time dwelling on it, which is what makes this little kid so innocent
Author's Response: Thanks for the review! I love writing from Bill's perspective; it's quite fun. New chapter's just been posted :D
Date: 11/08/11 12:31 am Title: Talking is really important
Another great chapter! And I don't mind the size XD I liked the transition into dialogue, and can't wait for more! And the thing I like most about Bill so far, is just how sweet and innocent he is.
Author's Response: Thanks for the review! Bill's got more adorableness to come! :D
Date: 11/08/11 12:30 am Title: Talking is really important
Umm I love all aspects of his personality :)I absolutely love the way he sees the world in this story...you're doing a wonderful job :)
Author's Response: Aww, I love Billy's little world too! He's too precious! Thanks for the review! :D
Date: 11/07/11 11:55 pm Title: Talking is really important
I think my favorite part is that Bill still plays jump-in-the-leaves. I used to have so much fun doing that...*wistful* God, its been years... I wish I still didn't care about getting dirty...
I love Bill's attention to Scotty,, and his reasoning for it. It would be very lonely being a dog in a neighborhood without other dogs.
This was a great chapter. It was hilarious, Bill's attempt at fibbing about not having any homework...
Was 9 o' clock letting him stay up late? Or was that just his normal bedtime? If that was late, how early is his normal bedtime?
It was a greatchapter. I can't wait to see whats next!...Maaaybe some sleepy cute Bill? Cuz, you know, hes gonna have to fight to stay awake til the end of the movie..I just feel it.
Author's Response: Sadly, I miss jumping in the leaves. *plans to go to the park asap* I think Bill pays so much attention to Scotty because firstly, who wouldn't love the cute rascal?! and secondly, because Bill is so much like him; he expresses himself but can't understand humans in a way that other humans do. (Notice I say "other", not "normal"). I can only imagine Bill's adorably mischievous face!! *Squees* :)
Date: 11/07/11 11:40 pm Title: Talking is really important
Bill is so sweet!!!! me encanta!! :D
Author's Response: Gracias!! :D
Date: 11/07/11 11:36 pm Title: Talking is really important
I like his innocence I think your doing a really good job
Author's Response: Thanks!! :D
Date: 11/07/11 11:33 pm Title: Talking is really important
Aww...yay for him being able to watch the movie, I like how he seems to get excited about stuff.
Author's Response: I am just as excited for Bill, and I'm not even watching the movie! :D
Date: 11/07/11 05:02 pm Title: Bad things can happen accidentally
Hi I was just wondering if you would reply to my review because I had a question in there and seeing as you replied to one review but not others, then you might not be intending to reply c:
Author's Response: I reply to all of my reviews. The only reason I replied to one so far for this chapter was because it was short and I had a second. Usually I like to think out my messages a bit more. I hope you understand :)
Date: 11/06/11 11:13 am Title: Its okay to be a little bit different
I'm definitely liking this so far (:
keep it up.!
Author's Response: Thanks for the review! :D
Date: 11/06/11 10:06 am Title: Its okay to be a little bit different
the last line made me chuckle a bit XD It's like he see's the differences between him and Tom but yet he doesn't. He really is special. I can't wait for other perspectives.
Author's Response: Thanks for the review! I'm glad you're enjoying the story! :D
Date: 11/05/11 08:41 pm Title: Its okay to be a little bit different
Bill sounds just CI to me, cognitive impairment! He is a lot like a kid. You're so good at depicting that! There are times where Bill mentions that he's different, but he dismisses it because it's honestly not important to him; he's just Bill, and he liked peanut butter and banana sandwiches.
You really nail the kid thing, it's blowing my mind! It's reminding me of all the normal development of children classes and child psychology classes! This is so cool. Did I mention I love stuff you write? Smut, crack, drama, meaningful real life stuff, tough issues.
Author's Response: I don't know if I'm supposed to be having fun while writing this story, particularly because of the seriousness of the topic, but I can't help myself from wanting to get to know Bill's world and personality more! Writing from a child's perspective is simple, but difficult because you have to deal with the fact that Bill is not a child and that his impairment doesn't make him a seven-year-old, it makes him Bill, and you have to focus on keeping his voice constant. I seriously don't think I've ever had as much fun with a perspective story as I have with this one. :D Aw, thanks for the compliment! I always think it's important to have a wide range of abilities when it comes to writing and life in general.
Date: 11/05/11 03:38 pm Title: Its okay to be a little bit different
i've always been a little fascinated by the mind of autistic (or whatever it is bill has) children and grown ups the like and this is really cool to read, even though it isn't first-hand and all. ;) I know the curious case of the dog in the night and I can very clearly see why and how it has inspired you. And honestly, you're doing a damn good job in projecting it on your own (this) story.
Talking about that.. :)
I'm already completely in love with this version of Bill (any one who isn't yet is either illiterate or has no soul) and I'm really hoping there'll be no harsh realisation of 'I'm different' or something because that would completely break me. *feigns disturbing cracking sounds*
wat surprises me though is how much I relate to Tom in this story (even though it's only been Bill mentioning him in his own strange way)
Like with the yearbook photo-thing, when Bill mentions Tom wasn't smiling as big as he did. I could just SEE Tom looking at Bill's picture (which would be one of those adorable, extremely-happy, naïve-big-smile kind of photos) and smile at Bill's smile and wish that his little brother would never change.
(because in my hopes for this story, Tom loves Bill no matter what and is this kind of ever-present and patient rocks in little Billy's life.. *swoon* but of course we don't know this yet..)
It feels like this review is really long and I don't care, because I have homework to do! *holds Bill's favourite wednesday-pen up in the air*
I really loved the last sentence, as a matter of fact, because it (again) highlights Bill's naïvity towards himself and his 'condition' (god, how I hate that word) and it shos the connection that is probably really strongly there, even though there are quite some more differences between the twins.
And Bill's completely right, tying ones shoes is incredibly hard.. I still prefer buttons and the sticky stuff, tbh.
and I feel like the banner is some kind of awesome symbolistic statement that I don't yet get.
okay, that was it *goes back into creeping-mode*
~Dawn
Author's Response: See, I'm a bit opposite because I'd never really though about it until I'd read The Curious Case of the Dog in the Night-time. I've always been extremely interested in the minds of people with eating disorders, because I have one, but this is a completely different type of psychological disorder (I'm lax to call it disability) and I find it very interesting. I agree, if I get any reviews of soulless devils who think Bill is dumb, I shall be arranging an angry mob and a collection for the pitchfork fund. :P I think it's interesting that you relate to Tom, because I haven't thought too much of him yet since he hasn't been playing an active roll in the story (all we've heard is Bill's inner monologue/narration). I imagine Tom cocking his head to the side in a "Yo, sup" manner, if you get the visual. Bill's picture is the cutest thing ever in my opinion, and his mom is going to be so proud when she see's it! YAY FOR BILL'S WEDNESDAY PEN! For some reason, I bet it would be a gel pen with bright green ink and sparkles!!! And thank you, because I sincerely appreciate when my students do their homework with enthusiasm. *hands out gold star and a lollipop* Ah yes, the banner... well, we'll get to that when we get to it ;)
Date: 11/05/11 05:23 am Title: Its okay to be a little bit different
Bill is seriously the cutest thing, and the way he speaks does remind me a lot of Christopher! When he got gum on his trousers I wanted to give him a big hug because I don't want him to cry :c I was just wondering, does he have the same like, style in this story as he did as a teenager in real life? I guess not...and about the banner, I don't really get it, but it's still really cute and it made me want to read the summary of your story which is always a good thing!
Author's Response: Yea, I think Bill's manner of speech is a bit similar too, but his personality is something totally different (except for the fact that he likes dogs of course xD). I know I haven't gone into detail about Bill's appearance in this story, but I imagine him with long black hair ca. 2008, but he doesn't flair it out into his lion's mane. I think he'd look cute with it natural, perhaps occasionally straightened because it looks nice, or up in a pony tail (aww how cute!), and I don't picture him wearing any makeup. His clothing style is nothing similar to his style in real life. He wears either jeans or sweatpants, owns a couple nice pants for such occasions as a school photo and going to Grandma's house on Sunday. His shirts are usually graphic tees that are very childish; I say in chapter one that his favorite shirt has a sailboat on it, and I also picture him wearing shirts for instance, with cartoon dogs that say "woof", or a giraffe, maybe even a marshmallow with a smiley face. If he's cold he'll brink a sweatshirt with him to school, probably something bright and flashy, and he's most definately got a thick, childlike winter coat, mittens (not gloves), and a hat with ear flaps. :D Oh, I just want to huggle him so much! And the banner is supposed to be kind of a fail on Bill's part (this is after all his story, not mine ;D) and when he translates his thoughts to the reader, he can't quite get across everything that he needs to, just as in the story itself. The title and the picture do have a significance though, which shall be revealed later on. Thanks for the review!
Date: 11/05/11 03:00 am Title: Its okay to be a little bit different
Great chapter XD
Author's Response: Thanks! :D
Date: 11/05/11 01:45 am Title: Its okay to be a little bit different
Bills character has wormed it's way into my heart, I felt all the innocence and emotion...it made me misty eyed. This is going to favs already! Thank you for writing this!
Author's Response: Bill is very happy that you care about him, because that's what friends do (he just told me this). *smiles* You're welcome, and thanks for reading and reviewing! :D
Date: 11/05/11 12:46 am Title: Its okay to be a little bit different
in all honesty, i am totally crying right now. Bill is such an angel. he really is. and i love that this is from his POV, because it makes it so much more special. it's almost like his diary of sorts. he is amazing, i love him. and i love the way he described Tom. that last little bit about Andreas being his best friend, but Tom being his best best best friend....that's what made me cry. it's so innocent and sweet. if there was any fiction Bill i wish i knew, it would be this one.
Author's Response: At some points when I'm reading this, my heart gives a little lurch. In the next chapter there's one line in particular from Bill that really upsets me, because he doesn't understand what happened 100%. I'd be interested in hearing your guess as to what line it is... :) I was particularly moved by the "minor differences" that Bill describes, because all he notices is that Tom can tie shoes and he can't, but he doesn't dwell on it too much when others would. I would love to know this fiction Bill too, and I know I'll be sad at the end of this story because I'm already so attached to him.
Date: 11/04/11 10:56 pm Title: Its okay to be a little bit different
doing great
Author's Response: Thanks! :D
Date: 11/04/11 10:39 pm Title: Its okay to be a little bit different
You know, I am looking forward to the significance of the popsicle house.
Awww. Bill isjust so sweet in this. I don't know if its what you were going for or not, but most of the paragraphs in this chapter I can just picture Bill talking faster and faster and not breathing until the end, and taking a giant gaspy breath then.
I think its cute, his take on their twinliness and being practically the same person barr some minor differences.
Another wonderful chapter. Keep up the wonderfl work!
Author's Response: Significance: Popsicles rock, I'm good at arts and crafts! Hehe xD Oh, I definitely imagine Bill running on and being winded by the time he's finished his narration. He is, after all, very excited to be sharing his story with all of his new friends!!!!! *huggles, glomps, showers Bill with some lovin* Thanks for the review! :D
Date: 11/04/11 10:38 pm Title: Its okay to be a little bit different
Awww cute...I like how Bill sounds like a little kid in this story. I'm really liking it!
Author's Response: I'm really glad you're enjoying the story! :D