..to both you, and to Christina Chase!

I was worried that I wasn't going to be able to pick up the story after the hiatus without rereading at least some of it. That turned out to be a very needless worry. This story is so memorable that it all came flooding back as soon as I opened the first page.

Thanks again for a great story and a wonderful new chapter!

Good to have you back........... and Christina.

A.A.

It is very good to see that your back and the latest chapter is a good addition to your continuing story about Christina. Your an excellant writer, keep it up. Looking forward to the continuing chapters.

Deb

Its really great to see a return to this series. And this chapter was a strong return. A real strength is in how Chris has to deal with the inherent problems/difficulties in his relationships with two of the male figures in his life, Alek and Richard. Chris has enjoyed between the little girl, or “princess” to both of these guys, but finally realizes that can only go so far in being beneficial. The trick now is to develop adult to adult relationships with both of them. With Alek, I’m pretty confident it will happen – its kind of the normal process families go through with children – Alek seems a little behind in this respect, but I think he can do it – he’s already made the first step.
With Richard, I think its more of an open question. There’s not only the age difference, but also the education/social circle thing. Its not even necessarily Richard’s fault – I’d place it more on just the way things are. Diana may be an extreme in terms of how she treats Chris, but I think Chris would have to come to expect and accept being treated as a subordinate by a lot of the people Richard deals with on a regular basis. Unless Chris can develop some definition of herself as an independent, strong person and make others see her that way, things ain’t gonna work out well. She has done that with Andrei, and their relationship is strong and equal, so it is possible, but the suspense may be in seeing what happens with Richard.

Glad you are back, feeling better, and writing again.

Hi Admiral, glad to have you back.
Christina's saga was missed by one and all. I do believe that she and Richard will eventually make up once he realizes what a treasure he had. While reading about the Orange dresses for the bridesmaids, I sat there wondering why any bride would subject her friends, who do her the favor of being a bridesmaid, to gross and totally tasteless dresses. Sadly, it happens too often and there should be a bridesmaid rule saying it is very bad manners to even entertain the thought of such wear, let alone require it. Lots of money is spent on dresses and they should ones that can or could be used for another function (not a wedding) at some time.
J-Lynn

Dear Admiral Krunch,

I was soooo glad to see a new Christina Chase episode when I came onto the site Friday night. You may have been sick for a while, but you sure haven't lost your touch. I enjoy this series so much! In fact, the Christina Chase series is so much fun that I've taken to "storytelling" each episode to my electrologist as she rids me of those nasty hairs. It makes her laugh with joy and makes bearable the exquisite pain she's inflicting on me during each session. Thank you for writing this series (and for the wonderful distraction retelling your episodes provides).

Sidney

Count me in among those happy to see your return. I have a slightly different take on Mishas' advice to Christina. Maybe it wasn't exactly intended that way it also applies to her decision whether or not to actually become the woman she appears to be. She has waffled back and forth on this and must soon make the final decision and take the necessary steps to resolve things one way or the other. I think we all think we know what that will be but still the situation cannot continue as it is for much longer.

This has been a great series. I look forward to the next chapter. Hopefully soon. You have developed a very interesting character with Chris. Can't wait to see what Chris gets into next.

I have a few favorite authors. I certainly have to put you on that list. Even though, I am about a year and a half late in reading this story... I am trapped by a paradox. The faster I was drawn into this story the more I feared, that, I would soon finish it and not have access to the window you have created. I would not hesitate for one second to join this very happy and unique family. There were times when I cried ( sometimes I was just driving ) and there were times I just laughed outloud...but at those times, I knew that, I just had to log on again to be back in Oak Grove, to feel I was back home. I pray that you will find the time to continue the lovely story in the future. I am pausing now to cry a little at some memories of this story that just popped into my mind.

Love, Mary.

But, I'm sad that it hasn't been finished... perhaps it never will be finished! I wish Christina could become the woman she seems to be.

Diane.

I loved this story..I just recently read this tale and am hopping the Author keeps writing and give this wonderful story an ending.

I can only say that I truly wish there were much more to read as this is one of those stories that can go on nearly forever! :}

It is rare for myself to be completely captivated but you have done extremely well in writing this story. I felt like Christina and felt like I was part of her new found family as well.

I can only say that I wished that I had had such a family but such is life right!?

Hugs

Vivien Tena' Britton

Admiral_Krunch 2012/01/06 - 9:46am

>>>>Thanks. I'm glad you like the story.<<<<<<
>>>>>Holly and I are working on the last few chapters so we hope it will be up soon.<<<<

ATTENTION ON DECK!!!!!!!!!!!
ADMIRAL ON BOARD!!!!!!!!!

So I know I'm only a few years late but having found it, I just have to add my thanks for the story so far, and my hope that we might yet read the rest of Chris's adventure.

Best wishes from New Zealand.