The Happiest Place on Earth, Chapter 30

[gsdcow]

The following is a story that I have been tinkering with for a year and a half. I have gone back and forth on parts of it. It starts off on a rather heavy note, but lightens up to match the title. I can only “hope” it works for you all.

Pairing: Miranda / Andrea - ‘cause I just can’t seem to care about any others.
Caroline and Cassidy are with us on

Comments

[jah728]

Wow. This update had a swing to it.
First, I thought this was insightful:
"...Miranda has to keep things fresh and inspiring. Otherwise it’s no better than a WalMart sale flyer."
Second, Andy's analysis of Miranda going from DEFCON 4 to 5 was pretty funny.
Third, Miranda's meltdown probably would have happened sooner or later. Andy is invested in the relationship but she didn't realize how invested Miranda really was. Now they know.
Nearing the end? That's just sad. But then I can always re-read it.
Thanks for the read.

[gsdcow]

Now that we've gone through, I think, all the insecurity angst between them, perhaps they can move on and just fight over who left the cap off the toothpaste. (my money's on Miranda)
Thanks for pointing out the specific bits. Good to know what people jive with.
Next chapter is in the works. Depending how it develops it might be one of two more... or last w/ an epilogue. You have been forewarned
Thanks again.

[ikbenniethier]

I think your getting better with every episode. I liked this one because there was a real insight in Miranda. Although I did think that Andy was kind of insensitive in this one.
I do love the dialogues, they are different than the first ones in this fic and are evolving with this story. Hope that you'll be inspired by this one for more stories. With or without granola.

[gsdcow]

Thank you. Andy was insensitive, but at least it came from a dumb ass moment as opposed to maicious intent. Stephen would have been insensitive just to be. As would Richard.
Inspiration runs amok (amok amok amok) I find I am constantly distracted from finishing this (now epic) tale. I have ideas and conversations spinning about my head. sort of like the dog in teh movie "Up"... "squirrel!"
But, for you all, I plug along, and smack my little head against my monitor, and cough up these maturing dialogues. God, what drek :)
I am so glad you stayed w/ this for so long. Just... a few... more... days *gasp* And then I'll go off on another romp.

[medora_macd]

Andy was, indeed, insensitive at the end. Which rang so true. That's exactly the kind of lame-ass joke I'd come out with at a point like that.

Kudos to Miranda for couching her defense of their relationship in terms of their need to appreciate the intelligence, maturity and level-headedness of their daughter rather than making it about her.

And kudos to you for another lovely installment. You always serve up something worth savoring.

[gsdcow]

Aint that so? I am forever opening mouth to insert foot.

You like what I did there? It didn't feel right for Miranda to get all self righteous and "in your face". Taking the "this is how it's gonna be- so deal with it" attitude. Besides, parental argument was never really centered around Andy coming out... it was all about her not making the "right choice". Miranda saw it and went with it. Showing her absolute support of Andy in the process.

And, thank you. Very lovely compliment. Coming from you, it humbles me. Thanks.

[steampunky]

This story. I love it so much. You manage to portray the whooole spectrum of emotion. Brilliant meeting of the parents. I love that Andy knew what was going to happen before Miranda let loose. The 'amazing sex' had me giggling. The marriage on Valentines day had me gasping. Have I mentioned I love this story? One of my all time favourites.

[gsdcow]

Thank you- very sweet of you to say. We've been emoting up and down for quite the ride. So glad you stayed with it.
Always a pleasure to know I've given someone a smile (giggle, chuckle, guffaw... whatever).
Amazed at the "all time" comment. I am honored, realy. Thank you.
Please enjoy the wrap up.

[loganeflow]

can't wait to see how the proposal goes down. as always, great job with this chapter.

[gsdcow]

So, the proposal caught your attention, did it? Well, we shall see what comes of it...
Thanks for the head nod. Appreciate it.