Fic: Second Chance To Make a First Impression (Gen, PG13)

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Title: Second Chance To Make a First Impression
Author: linziday
Recipient: leesa_perrie
Pairing: Gen.
Rating: PG 13 (for bad language)
Disclaimer: SGA isn't mine. Though it would make a nice Christmas present if anyone's still looking for something to get me....
Author's Notes: Huge thanks to betas kriadydragon and wildcat88. Their time and patience were invaluable, their ideas fantastic

Comments

[leesa_perrie]

I love kid-Rodney - he’s cute and yet still very much Rodney!

For a second, John looked at him and saw the best friend he could never resist winding up. "But why?" John asked, his voice sickly sweet. "Meredith is such a pretty name."

Rodney's scowl was murderous. - ROTFL!!

I loved how you wrote the story, going back and forth in a way that worked perfectly. The first scene, with Rodney climbing the gate, made me laugh! I can so see that happening (and sooo wish I could draw it, but I’m not that talented!).

I loved John’s angst and the way he overcompensates after the skateboard accident, and how he finally gets it at the end. The story totally tugged at my heartstrings, not just with John’s fear of losing Rodney, but kid-Rodney’s growing unhappiness and the conversation about his nightmare - I’m glad John hugged him, ‘cos I sooo wanted to! Some nice touches of humour here and there too - like this bit:

"John," Teyla said, and waited until he pulled his eyes away from Ronon, until she had his full attention. "We are concerned

[linziday]

*Does happy writer dance*

I'm so glad you liked it! I have to say, I'm still not completely satisfied with it. My wonderful betas helped this story improve a LOT from its original version and I should have followed their advice even more, but I ran out of time/energy/ability to think straight, so I ended up posting. So I'm VERY glad you enjoyed it. :D

[michelel72]

This is sweet. I love the idea of John being scared from his usual daredevil self into super-over-protective-dad mode. Poor Rodney! But I love that John finally gets it. Yay!

[linziday]

Thank you! I'm glad you liked it. :)

[violetclove]

What a lovely way to begin the day! I loved your characterization, and the ending was beautiful. :)

[linziday]

Awww! What a wonderful comment! Thank you.

[x_erikah_x]

I loved this so much! I never read any kid!fics because I've always been deadly afraid of them, but this pushed all my angst-factor buttons. I'm holding up tears in here. I love their friendship so much!

[linziday]

Thank you! I'm glad this kid!fic didn't scare you away. :)

[jennytork]

This was brilliant!

[linziday]

Thank you!!