The Dance - Chapter 19: Shine On

[smiles_a_lot]

Genre & Rating: Canon/AU, NC-17 for cussin.

Disclaimer: Jack and Ennis were created by the Great and Mighty Annie Proulx. I'm just the dude behind the yellow curtain working the lights and using the Big Voice microphone.

Summary: This is the continuation of The Package, and takes place after Ennis and Alma's divorce. Ennis has moved to Kansas and

Comments

[katetwist]

Thank you Em :) This is just what the doctor ordered. Have a lovely weekend. Much love Kate xx

[smiles_a_lot]

Thanks so much Kate. Can't believe you tore yourself away from new Jake pix to have a look at this! It's like Christmas over at WDW! Much love back, Em

[camillar]

Fabulous! Ennis is coming around, isn't he? Thank you so much for this wonderful story! Can't wait for more!
Camilla

[smiles_a_lot]

That's right! Hooray for Ennis! I think the bumps on the road make the final destination that much sweeter, don't you? Thanks so much, your support means a great deal. xx Em

The Dance Chapters 18 and 19

[anonymous]

I haven't said anything the last couple of chapters because what happened between Jack and Ennis was too painful.
I'm glad to see that Ennis has realized what Jack saw in his eyes that made him drive away. Now both Ennis and Jack need to repair the damage and start on building that life together they both want and need so desperately.
I wonder a little at Janie's fluster at dinner about inviting Ennis' girls saying she wants to meet them and for them to meet her. Is she sweet on Ennis, maybe hoping for something to develop between them? I hope not, for she will surely be hurt when she learns not only about Nick, but about Ennis and Jack.
Thanks. Carole

Re: The Dance Chapters 18 and 19

[jackien1968]

Hi, Carole. I don't know if you'll know I replied since you weren't logged in.

I think Janie is craving family because of the distance she feels from her brother. I'm hoping maybe she got flustered because she realized it might seem like she was sweet on Ennis and trying to insinuate herself into his family. Yeah, it would totally suck if she really is sweet on him. That could even mess up Nick's offer about Jack.

smiles_a_lot: Painful or not, 2 chapters was quite a treat. Great chapters too.

fizzer: Piffle. You also are fantastic at this stuff. Not that I mind seeing you lavish (much-deserved) praise on smiles_a_lot. Just please don't sell yourself short.

Hugs,
Jackie

Re: The Dance Chapters 18 and 19

[smiles_a_lot]

Hey Jackie:

You're right about Janie! Although I think she just got flustered because she feels vulnerable when she's appearing needy, and tries to cover it up with food!

And you're right about Fizzy, too. She is an excellent writer and should definitely not sell herself short. Especially in comparison to a midget like me.;p Thanks for sharing your insight. xx Em

Re: The Dance Chapters 18 and 19

[smiles_a_lot]

Hi Carole,

Yes, I'm sorry about the upset in the last two chapters. I hate the boys being apart and at such odds with each other. Unfortunately, I had to stay true to the story I set out to write.

As for Janie, Jackie has it exactly right. I was trying to convey Janie's need for family, she's actually mentioned Ennis' girls in the past. Plus in the one of the 12 Days entries we jumped to the future to find out the girls come to help Janie out at the stables later on. Janie's a very exagerrated character, all bluster and bitchiness, but when she's sweet she is incredibly so. So you can rest easy, she definitely has not set her sights on Ennis. It's still too soon for her, after losing Jesse, and dealing with Nick's emotional troubles.

Loved your comment, thanks. xx Em

[ramona4jake]

It took another tormented soul to help Ennis what he had to do to finally help himself and the man he loves !! I'm so happy that he managed to see the light at the end of the tunnel, and made Nick see it too ! Cannot wait to read what changes will Ennis make, and if he will take Nick's offer ? Or maybe Jack has other ideas.....
Thank you so much, Em, wonderful up-date !!

[smiles_a_lot]

Hey Ramona! And Happy Birthday! lol. I'm sure Uncle Jake sent you tons of treats.

So glad you liked this update. As for what Ennis will do with Nick's offer, I guess we'll just wait and see...*evil grin* Although not too long now. I really appreciate your support of this story. Thanks so much, Em

[smiles_a_lot]

I know, it breaks my heart, too. I remember, when I first started this fic, talking with Kathy about Viet Nam and why it didn't figure more prominently in the OC. I know other fics have explored this and quite wonderfully. I guess I wanted to convey the war that Jack and Ennis fought even though they didn't go to Viet Nam, and to do that with Nick and Jesse's story. In my research I've come across some heartbreaking stories. Many soldiers and their families, are still dealing with PTSD that's only now being diagnosed and recognized.

Love your comment. Much love, Em