Well SQD, You've outdone yourself again. I love the way you write. You've really got the true personality of Superman in this story. I love it. He's strong. He's protecting his secret. He's honest. He's all that Superman is supposed to be. It's great.

I didn't read the warning stuff, I'll just take what comes. I trust you!

I hope you've written a lot on this story. I also hope you'll be posting frequently!

tipi, got it all written, hope to post weekly if not twice weekly, but be advised... I had a LOT of help on this one. My good friend, and inspiration, Jenni Debbage poured just as much, if not more(she had to fix all my mistakes ), blood sweat, and tears into this baby (as she calls it )! Can't wait to see if your opinion changes as this goes on.

SQD

Hi all,

I'm really so glad to see this go up on the MBs.

As SQD has said, there were times we thought we'd never get through this.

I also have to say that I'm very nervous about this 'baby'. It's a complete departure from my usual premise, and I would never have tackled it if SQD hadn't asked me to co-write with her.

Thanks for giving me the chance to try something different, SQD, and I hope you've enjoyed the experience too.

But mainly, I hope you readers appreciate the story.

Yours Jenni

Well I think it has a wonderful start and I'm very excited about reading this.

I am thinking I better get out the tissues for this b/c I already have a heartache for Clark.

Hope you post twice weekly, since I already can't wait for part 2!

~Liz

SQDDDDD,

MDL.

Just to cry along with everyone else.

*Great* start. I can't wait to see if and how Lois is going to find out about it...

JD

Hi,

Great start.

Wow!

Interesting premise!

Here in Brazil there was a soup opera that aproached this subject as well, and although I didn't watch it, I think it is a very interesting subject and even more so with someone like Clark, an unique alien with super powers. Well done!

Ingra

Ditto others.

Well, I am not sure what this means

but if it is what I believe, then I have a little unsure if it's right or not in RL! But I trust on you!

Post more soon!

Finally a new story from SQD and Jenny!
you are dealing with a very difficult subject, but I do know you are able to do very skilfully: your stories prove it!
I can understand the difficulties you have had to tackle: I had a friend who died when she was only fourteen years old, but I was only a kid too, so in spite of the fact that I knew she had leukemia, I was taken by surprise by her death; I think I had an childish confidence that, because she was so young, she could not die. But only one year ago a friend of my brother died because of a rare version of cancer, and I saw the despair of his relatives, but also the great love of his parents, brothers and friends: for example his sister-in-law gave up her job (and I think neglected a little her own kids) to be near him and follow him and his parents during his many trips in Paris for his treatments, and studied that branch of medicine to question the many different opinions of so many doctors.
I look forward to see Clark's reaction to his illness in the long term, and his friends's too, and how this mess'll push things with Lois.

Simona

Wow, great job, SQD and Jenni. This is an amazing start.

I can't wait to see what happens next. Are they trying more treatments and what's this all about that ?

Looking forward to part 2

~Julia

Wow, This is alot different then the other fanfics I'm use too. I have a feeling I'm gonna need some tissues. *sigh*. Great job!! I love the way you write. Can't wait for some more.

Rach

I don't know where that quote came from.

Some people who have leukemia may have to have a bone marrow transplant as a part of their treatment.

Though Clark's background may pose a challenge. If Clark needs a bone marrow transplant he MAY not be able to look to other humans because he is Kryptonian.

Maybe he can just fly out to the Sun to radiate it out of him or something....?

Wow! You been talking to Tank?

I'm reading this for the umpteenth time and I just love it. It was such a sweet story, the love that is shown throughout. Just in case I didn't tell you before...Great Job!

Yes, this is an amazing story. To everyone who hasn't read it, you are in for a treat!

Ann

I agree. That's one of my favourites story out there.

Ditto- Gift for Life is one of the stories I printed out so I can read it anytime anywhere. Definitely in my top ten L&C stories.

yeah it is one of my favorite's too and I cry every time.

Hi everyone,

I can't believe that A Gift For Life's fdk folder has been resurrected on the MBs.

It seems so long ago since SQD and I posted it, yet believe me, it's wonderful to know that it's still a favourite.

Thanks again for taking time to let us know. Writers always like to hear nice things about their 'babies', even when their kids are years old.

Yours Jenni

I can't be that long ago, because I only read it last weekend after I'd found it at lcfanfic.com . I'm just sorry that my english is so poor that I can't tell you my exact thoughts about this story, except: I loved it

Okay, I'll admit that I haven't read a lot of stories on the archive... I've only been here for a year. So when I see an old thread revived (like this one) it always makes me want to go off and read the story...

So I did, a few days ago, I found this fic and read it (hardly was able to put it down, except to sleep) and was utterly blown away by it. Jenny & SQD, wonderful job. Amazing. I find that I don't even have words to describe how much I enjoyed it...

So....

I did a little trailer for it to show my appreciation. I figured you already had a trailer (and once I finished mine, I checked... and yes, Poussin did one for you and hers was amazing) but I hope you enjoy mine too. Just my little way of saying thank you. I will definitely be re-reading this one. I downloaded it to my favorites file.

-- DJ

I see Jenni beat me in here to tell everyone how much we appreciate you all resurrecting this file and not forgetting this story. She's (Jenni) right- it's wonderful this is still stirring readers. I'm almost blown away. Thank you all so much for reading and taking the time to comment.

And, DJ, Wow! A trailer-- I'm off to find it!

SQD (who wonders if she and Jenni need to revisit the hard drive together )

Of course you need to

Definitely! There is no doubt here that you should. I am reading again "A gift for life", said for the 10th time at least, and I'm still crying as much as the first time...

Jenni and SQD,

The answer is yes. You both are wonderful writers, but together, you were magic. Please do consider doing another story together.

mmouse

Ditto. I couldn't pass up the chance to say once more how much I loved this story. It's my first recommendation for anyone interested in fanfic. I've always been a fan of SQD's and Jenni's stories, then a story written by both of them just could be on my top list. One of the greatest L&C stories I ever read.

I read the story for the first time I believe in December. I've since reread it at least two more times. It's a beautiful and romantic fic. I'd definitely place it in my top 10 favorite fics in this fandom . I don't suppose the author ever wrote a
sequel to it did she? I think i'll mosey over to
the archive to her listing and see if i've read
everything of hers' there. Does she have a web page? Anyone know?
Patti

That's one of my favourites stories, and I printed it to reread anytime and anywhere, too.
It´s a such wonderful, moving work!
Thanks again!
Sil

I was so glad I found the new trailer, because I didn't know the story before. But it's definitely a beautiful story!!
and I liked how you named every chapter after an episode

I'm reading this...again!

~Sheila

It's fantastic, isn't it?

Ann