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A Mother's Love (fan fiction) - Parts 4.07 to 4.09

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A Mother's Love (fan-fiction)
Volume 3.07 through 3.09

by **Sigh**, with assistance from Angharad
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NOTICE: FINAL POSTING TODAY

Hi there, reader - Sigh here.
I've been posting the continuation of this story in short bits (between 1K and 2K words per part, as was the original author's habit). However, these last 3 parts are SUPER short, so I've combined them into one post that will wrap up this tale in a neat little bow. One more time, huge kudos to Angharad for her invaluable British phrasing and charm! Kudos to Alys for the original story! And much thanks to anyone who took the time to read this flight of fancy. I owe you all big-time hugz!

A Mother's Love (fan fiction) - Part 3.05

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A Mother's Love (fan-fiction)
Volume 3.05

by **Sigh**, with assistance from Angharad
Copyright© 2020 plaintivesigh
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Previously on "A Mother's Love":

Mary has suddenly left for her mother's house in Manchester, four hours away (and she's taken the children with her!). Stephanie is trying to return to "Steve" mode full time but is meeting resistance at work. With suddenly no baby to suckle (and unable to find the breast pump), Stephanie is having significant breast pains. The hospital A&E has sent her a pump, delivered by ... Dr. Jonathan Brown, whom Stephanie has had unexpected attraction to in the past!

(for a more extensive recap - all the way back to the beginning - please check out the "Brief Synopsis" at the beginning of Chapter 3.04, posted yesterday)

And now, today's continuation ...

Should've started like this (Synopsis added)

I have added a synopsis (i.e. "Here's the story so far") to yesterday's and today's chapters of my fanfiction to "A Mother's Love". You'll find it just below the opening credits.

I should have started yesterday with this, as just recommending readers to go back and reread all 14 previous parts of Alys's story - well, it was daunting, I'm afraid. (Like I said yesterday though, they are short parts and read really quickly; still, I should have had a synopsis up when I published the first part of the fanfiction. It's there now though.)

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A Mother's Love (fan fiction) - Part 3.04

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A Mother's Love (fan-fiction)
Volume 3.03

by **Sigh**, with assistance from Angharad
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BRIEF SYNOPSIS - or, PREVIOUSLY ON "A MOTHER'S LOVE",

In London, Steve and Mary are young lovers who meet and marry. Though their love is strong, there are complicating factors. Mary has HIV, contracted from a one night stand she had before she met Steve. She's also given birth to their daughter, who is free of HIV but did inherit the same severe intolerance to cow's milk that Steve has. The obvious answer is breastfeeding, but Mary's HIV+ status (not to mention all of the anti-HIV drugs she's on) makes her a poor candidate for that. So ... Steve volunteers for the duty. He takes hormones to grow his breasts and begin lactation.

All goes well, until ... complications!
**Steve's very prominent breasts and his breastfeeding his daughter produce uncomfortable public circumstances; he begins dressing as a woman for work, which eases the discomfort because he passes pretty well. TOO well ...
**Mary comes down with cancer; she leaves Steve and the children to stay with her mother because she feels she's a burden AND because she doesn't like to see her husband becoming more female; she stops HIV treatment and progresses to full-blown AIDS.
**Steve, who goes by Stephanie when dressed as a woman, meets a new Doctor who then talks to Mary and convinces her to restart treatment for both the AIDS and cancer; the AIDS holds in check and her cancer goes into remission!
**BUT on two or three occasions now, the new Dr. (Jonathan Brown) has kissed Stephanie - sending her into totally unexpected and unsettling throes of infatuation! (Mary is unaware of this)
**Despite all of this, Steve and Mary's life returns to some normalcy; in addition to daughter Bekka, the couple now have a young infant son, so Steve's breastfeeding (and time spent as Stephanie) must continue. Mary announces that Steve needs to wean baby Hugh off breast milk - and that Steve should get a bilateral mastectomy ASAP! Problem: the surgeon REFUSES.

YESTERDAY'S CHAPTER
Mary learns of the surgeon's refusal; blames Steve/Stephanie, and takes off to her mother's with both children in tow. She leaves an ultimatum: return to being a man full time now, or their marriage is essentially over. Steve/Stephanie is broken over this.

Now without further ado, here is today's continuation ...

A Mother's Love (fan-fiction)

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A Mother's Love (fan-fiction)
Volume 3.03

by **Sigh**, with assistance from Angharad
Copyright© 2020 plaintivesigh
All Rights Reserved.

BRIEF SYNOPSIS - or, PREVIOUSLY ON "A MOTHER'S LOVE",

In London, Steve and Mary are young lovers who meet and marry. Though their love is strong, there are complicating factors. Mary has HIV, contracted from a one night stand she had before she met Steve. She's also given birth to their daughter, who is free of HIV but did inherit the same severe intolerance to cow's milk that Steve has. The obvious answer is breastfeeding, but Mary's HIV+ status (not to mention all of the anti-HIV drugs she's on) makes her a poor candidate for that. So ... Steve volunteers for the duty. He takes hormones to grow his breasts and begin lactation.

All goes well, until ... complications!
**Steve's very prominent breasts and his breastfeeding his daughter produce uncomfortable public circumstances; he begins dressing as a woman for work, which eases the discomfort because he passes pretty well. TOO well ...
**Mary comes down with cancer; she leaves Steve and the children to stay with her mother because she feels she's a burden AND because she doesn't like to see her husband becoming more female; she stops HIV treatment and progresses to full-blown AIDS.
**Steve, who goes by Stephanie when dressed as a woman, meets a new Doctor who then talks to Mary and convinces her to restart treatment for both the AIDS and cancer; the AIDS holds in check and her cancer goes into remission!
**BUT on two or three occasions now, the new Dr. (Jonathan Brown) has kissed Stephanie - sending her into totally unexpected and unsettling throes of infatuation! (Mary is unaware of this)
**Despite all of this, Steve and Mary's life returns to some normalcy; in addition to daughter Bekka, the couple now have a young infant son, so Steve's breastfeeding (and time spent as Stephanie) must continue. Mary announces that Steve needs to wean baby Hugh off breast milk - and that Steve should get a bilateral mastectomy ASAP! Problem: the surgeon REFUSES.

Now - **whew** - without any further ado, here is the next part of the story. Stephanie is driving home from the plastic surgeon's office ...

Recommended reading for A Mother's Love

Hello again, Closeteers!

As I announced in yesterday's blog, the new fan-fiction chapters of A Mother's Love will be starting up soon (tonight or tomorrow). These build upon the original story by Alys (and can be found by clicking on her name at the Author's page link up top). Since there is a significant backstory to the fan-fiction chapters, I recommend pre-reading these parts of Alys's story before starting the fan fiction:

A Mother's Love - Prequel
A Mother's Love - Volume 1 (11 parts)
A Mother's Love - Volume 3 (2 parts)

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Fan fiction coming on an Alys story: A Mother's Love

Hello Closeteers!

**Sigh** here. I imagine we all have our own fave stories here on BC, including some that were left unfinished (and therefore leave us yearning for more expounding and eventual resolution). This is through no fault of the authors of these tales; there are millions of good reasons they aren't finished (most having to do with Real Life Issues).

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Weeping Willow - Part 20 (conclusion)

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Weeping Willow
Part 20 (conclusion)

The Scrapbook

by **Sigh**
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"I pulled down these scrapbooks – I always have wanted to. I’m learning about you and our family’s history. They’re pretty amazing – especially this one,” she said as she lifted a tome with a deep green cover.

“That’s your aunt’s book,” sighed Angie. “I wish you had gotten me to go through it with you so I could explain it all. How far have you gotten?”

“Far enough to know that Aunt Willow – she used to be a boy!!"

~o~O~o~


NOTICE TO READERS

Yes indeed, this is the last part of the Weeping Willow saga. I appreciate everyone's patience and forbearance with me. I know that I included various elements that were controversial and not everyone's cup of tea (like God and religion). The Sex chapter (part 19) was nerve wracking for me because I worried it would be clumsy, stilted, tasteless or boring. (I haven't written many sex scenes, especially one that explicit). Your encouragement and input was precious and life-giving. I love you guys; thank you.

Weeping Willow - Part 19

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Weeping Willow
Part 19

Open For Business

by **Sigh**
Copyright© 2019 plaintivesigh
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“Are you the friend who’s picking me up? I don’t know who you … wait. … *gasp!* … AMANDA?!”

~o~O~o~

**CONTENT WARNING: Sex; not salacious, but very descriptive**
**CONTENT WARNING: Spiritual content (a conversation with God)**

Weeping Willow - Part 18

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Weeping Willow
Part 18

The Big Chula Vista Sermon

by **Sigh**
Copyright© 2019 plaintivesigh
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“Now, we have a person in this congregation who identifies as a woman though she was born male. I have met with her, and told her the traditional view I stated above. She chose to not follow that tradition, and continues to present herself as a female.”

Willow’s blood froze as she noticed several members of the congregation turn and look at her – some with smiles, but more with frowns. Sam Fredricks – the man who had grabbed her arm weeks ago when she first presented as female to church – was one of the frowners.

“Let’s split, babe,” Bernard whispered as he grasped her hand.

“Willow – go. We’ll stay here and handle any flack the haters give us,” her Poppa breathed into her ear.

She shook her head emphatically. “No! I want to hear where he goes with this.”

Weeping Willow - Part 17

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Weeping Willow
Part 17

Bern gets it right

by **Sigh**
Copyright© 2019 plaintivesigh
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“Momma?” breathed a voice into Gwen Eiken’s ear.

There was no response, just the continuing slow breathing of sleep.

“Momma … wake up,” the whisper continued, slightly louder and more urgent.

“Hmph. Uhmmm … wha’s … huh? Willow? What’s going on, baby?”

The only answer given was Willow’s left ring finger, illuminated by a cell phone glow.

Weeping Willow - Part 16

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Weeping Willow
Part 16

Red Face Warning

by **Sigh**
Copyright© 2019 plaintivesigh
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“Maybe if someone warned you early, before you ‘lose it’, then you could stop it. I can tell when you’re starting to get too irritated.”

“What? You can? How?”

“Your cheeks get flushed. It can be seen even through your daily makeup. Sometimes you’ll frown, or sigh, or wrinkle your brow – but the most reliable indicator is a red face, especially the cheeks.”

Weeping Willow - Part 15

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Weeping Willow
Part 15

Amanda's Dad

by **Sigh**
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Amanda U sound pretty desperate

I am

Desperate enough 2 end it all?

You mean like running away?

No, I meant ending ur life. Suicide.

R U saying I should think about it?

NO! YOU NEVER EVER SHOULD! YOU WILL COME THROUGH THIS – trust me! But plz answer question – have you been thinking about suicide, even a little?

Maybe a little.

Weeping Willow - Part 14

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Weeping Willow
Part 14

Gator Nose

by **Sigh**
Copyright© 2019 plaintivesigh
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“Okay. Bend over. Hmmmn. I see no bumpiness; all is smooth as silk. You should take some pix for your boyfriend. Not of your crotch, mind you – just in the suit in general.”

“Already did, and sent them to his email. That will give him something to obsess over when he’s on his lunch break,” she dreamily exhaled.

Gwen moved behind her daughter and began adjusting the bows of her top. “Have you two had sex?”

“URK!!” gulped Willow.

Weeping Willow update / personal life update

Well, hello there Closeteers. **Sigh** here. It's been 9 months since I've posted anything. But that drought is about over; I just finished writing the rest of Weeping Willow. 6 more chapters, and now this finally feels ended - unlike the way that I left it last March. I should be able to start posting later this week, then will post daily until done. Thanks, everyone for your patience!

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Weeping Willow - Part 13

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Weeping Willow
Part 13

Amanda

by **Sigh**
Copyright© 2019 plaintivesigh
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“Son, the next time you set foot in this building, I expect you to be wearing slacks, a jacket and a tie. How dare you flaunt what you’re doing in God’s face, in our faces! Dress right, or don’t come back!”

Willow looked right back at him plaintively. “And if I do come back like this … ?”

Weeping Willow - Part 12

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Weeping Willow
Part 12

Self Realization

by **Sigh**
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“This is crazy,” Willow flustered. “I’ve been kidnapped, nearly mutilated, and had a breakup – all in the last 6 months. Survived them all. And yet tonight I can’t get calm; I’m tingling all over!”

Angie laughed. “It’s your first prom. You’re supposed to be nervous!”

Weeping Willow - Part 10

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Weeping Willow
Part 10

Exit Love, Enter Rico

by **Sigh**
Copyright© 2019 plaintivesigh
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Before Willow could answer, a young man forcibly slid into her side of the booth, making her scoot to the wall. He had a buzz cut hairstyle, dark shades, and , and turned to face Willow. “Well, hello there sweets. Remember me?”

Weeping Willow - Part 9

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Weeping Willow
Part 9

Come Closer

by **Sigh**
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“Hooo –eee, “ Bernard exclaimed. “That’s the hottest kiss I’ve ever had – and I’ve had my share.”

“I loved it!” exulted Willow. “I love you! – Oh, wait. Omigod! I – I didn’t mean - ”

Weeping Willow news

Hey, all. I'm sorry today's edition of Weeping Willow isn't up yet. I fell this AM and have hurt my arm; thought it was just a bruise, but pain is intensifying, and so now getting it checked for a possible bone break. So I may or may not get part 9 up tonight; I'll try. Again, I'm sorry. Pray that my arm isn't broken. please. I appreciate all of you.

Hugz! - **Sigh**

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Weeping Willow - Part 8

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Weeping Willow
Part 8

Back Comes Bill

by **Sigh**
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“Bernard, I’m barely holding it together,” she quavered. “I … I need to get calmed down. I need something to take the edge off. I … I need … oh god ..”

“Willow – are you asking for … ?” Bernard was afraid to say what he was thinking.

“A couple of Lortabs would really help,” Willow whispered.

Weeping Willow - Part 7

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Weeping Willow
Part 7

Suddenly Seeking Susan

by **Sigh**
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"Honey – look at Willow. She looks like your Mother did back in the 60’s!”

“Oh my God,” Gwen whispered. “You’re right!”

“Susan! Why won’t you come here and kiss me?” cried Grandpa.

“Momma – what do I do?” urged Willow.

Weeping Willow - Part 6

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Weeping Willow
Part 6

Valley of Fear

by **Sigh**
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“This will kill any love they had for me … I’ll have to go back to being angry Bill! All the good things in my life – I’m going to lose them all! I’m so scared!”

Weeping Willow - Part 5

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Weeping Willow
Part 5

Damn Breaks

by **Sigh**
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He really, really loves you. As Willow, or as Bill; doesn’t matter. Now, LIKE? I think he LIKES Willow better, and I do too. Sorry, Bill, if you’re in there somewhere,” she smiled as she poked her daughter on the noggin. “But we LOVE you just as much, no matter which one you are.”

Weeping Willow - Part 4

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Weeping Willow
Part 4

... When We First Practice to Deceive

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No problem. I’ll just flush the pills down the john daily. It’ll look like I’m taking them, and I’ll be one of those trannies that the estrogen just doesn’t seem to work on. There are trannies like that, right?

Just Friends? Part 7 (Conclusion)

My entry in the Reader Retention contest.

Just Friends? Part 7 (Conclusion)

by **Sigh**
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There are good friends. There are good lovers. Then there is the rare, glorious combination of the two.

Your opinion, please

For those reading my current series, Just Friends?, I'd like some input about these specific topics: pacing, disclosure and interest. In the latest installment (part 5) I received some comments that gave me the impression that I was pacing this story a little slowly; that the continued non-disclosure of the problem Rick (one of the protagonists) is having is becoming maybe a little frustrating to the readers. So all of this has me wondering if the above might be causing some to lose interest in the story.

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Just Friends? Part 5

My entry in the Reader Retention contest.

Just Friends? Part 5

by **Sigh**
Copyright © 2019 plaintivesigh
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Friends can indeed be lovers. But is "being lovers" an act of friendship at this critical time?

Sacrificial Alter - Chapter 13

A story based in the real world. For some reason, a high school boy named J.J. went to sleep and didn't wake up for nearly 3 years. Someone else was awake in his place ...

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Sacrificial Alter
Chapter 13 of 13

The Sacrifice

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Sacrifical Alter

Sooo sorry - I'm late in posting the last chap of SA. But it's coming! It will be up within the hour. Of course, life went crazy today. It will be a long chapter - 3x as long as the others; possibly more satisfying since the others were almost too short (I probably won't post like that again). Thank you for your patience.

Hugs! - **Sigh**

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Sacrificial Alter - Chapter 12

A story based in the real world. For some reason, a high school boy named J.J. went to sleep and didn't wake up for nearly 3 years. Someone else was awake in his place ...

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Sacrificial Alter
Chapter 12 of 13

Deliver Us From Evil

by **Sigh**
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Sacrificial Alter - Chapter 11

A story based in the real world. For some reason, a high school boy named J.J. went to sleep and didn't wake up for nearly 3 years. Someone else was awake in his place ...

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Sacrificial Alter
Chapter 11 of 13

The Finger on the Photo

by **Sigh**
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Sacrificial Alter - Chapter 10

A story based in the real world. For some reason, a high school boy named J.J. went to sleep and didn't wake up for nearly 3 years. Someone else was awake in his place ...

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Sacrificial Alter
Chapter 10 of 13

The Picture on the Poster

by **Sigh**
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