That was a very great story. I was just wondering if it had crossed the authors mind if maybe doing a part two with the woman being pregnant with the passed away mans baby and then finding a way out of the war. If that would be possible. Just curious. But none the less fantastic story keep up the wonderful work. It's on my favorites list too...

Well hello stranger... Congrats on a much deserved first place story. Angiem65

this story is amazing. im so speechless from it. you have a wonderful talent keep it up.

I love this story. It's beautiful and romantic and absolutely amazing. I applaud you for excellent work.

So deep, and a true connection of the heart in such trying times! People often don't realize how important the little things are in life, or what we give up when go to fight for what we believe in. Amazing work, keep it up!!

That is probably one of the most affecting tales I have read in a very very long time. fantastic doesn't even begin to describe it.

I cant think of anything to say to do this masterpiece any justice.

I do not know why I never commented on this. Rarely do I find a piece of writing that jolts me with emotion as this did. Wylie, this is immensely powerful. Congratulations.

i'm very impressed with this piee. very well done will look forward to more from you.

Wylie...This is a beautiful piece of writing :) I could feel every emotion the couple was feeling...Sux they didnt have a happy ending...but that happens :) I look forward to reading the rest of ur writing :)

Had 2 b story of year. Its amazin how u describe stuff.

This story definitely deserves title of Story of the Year

Well deserved Lovely Coyote! As I said before, this story was fantabulous!! And it's already been added to my favs as I loved it so much. You earned this so enjoy! Smooches and a scratch behind the ears too! xx

This was a very beautiful story. The best I have read so far. Good job!

Wow! I am stunned, great fantasy- I will have this on my mind all night long. Great job hun, maybe next time you will write about a certain place where eternal night exists and things that go bump in the dark of night are it's citizens. Keep writing!!

I can not think of a better choice...kudos to the Librarian for choosing your story and thank you for writing and sharing it here.

There is nothing I can say about this piece. I am speechless. I keep replaying it in my head. This is something that's going to stay with me. Thanks for sharing it with us. :)

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Bravo Zulu Mr. Coyote! A most deserving award for a truly unique and exceptional story. Regards, Shinzon

at all! I'm so glad that the story ended the way that did because it wasn't an ordinary ending, not what the reader expects at all. I really enjoy stories that have twists like this. Will be reading more from you.

Wylie -- I did not read your story until tonight, I was bored --- it is in a category I don't usually read is the only reason, even though you are a guy I consider a LL friend. GREAT JOB!!! It had a bit of a special meaning for me. I grew up in the middle of a Kansas "missile field" then when stationed on Guam with my wife I was only 10 miles from the largest tactical nuclear weapons storage site of the era. You did good. Ever watch the TV movie "The Day After."? I gave you 2 stars, it was not "Blazing" but in some ways it was BETTER.

Give that man a Gold Star! Once again wylie you have hit a home run. You are always a joy to hang with in the Lounge. Your stories once again prove that your not just a pretty face!

oh, Wylie, a fantastic story. Your details of the cave, the situation they were in, and just generally how dirty they were brought the scene to life. It brings me to wonder just how many times something like this could, and has, happened to the men and women of our country.

This was a very beautiful and sad story. It makes you stop and think about life in general. Look forward to reading more.

Well done Wiley, well done.

Wylie this story took my breath away. I had to read it several times and each I did I was brought to tears reading it. It wasso well done and incredibly articulate... WELL DONE HONEY!!!!!

From the midst of war, you extracted passion! A passion seldom found at times like this. These two characters, comforted and yet used eachother, during what appeared to be their end. I am totally impressed with your style, your words, your passion! 3 pts. for Wylie, for a great job! Congrats on your sucess!! L2

ohhh yay! congrats on story of the week!! very well deserved... damn i dont get tired of reading this one :p

wow. wow wylie, that really left me in a funny haze of emotions and disbelief, even though the story was told with such realism about the circumstances. And those last paragraphs really threw me — even though i kind of felt something was coming — i just didn't expect that (nor did the characters) and that abruptness of it all really left me shaky for quite a while after. It made me read it twice. nice work and a lovely exploration of erotica.

wiley ... great writing. ... and i know good writing when i see it. i hope that this is part a longer piece that you are working on. ... also: i hope that your view of where we --- afgan' s, aussies, icelanders --- are going has a brighter future than this. what with Cormac McCarthey on the loose, life doesn' t have to be that hard. ( i' ve written some heavy stuff in my time: i know that it, life, is that hard some times for some people.)

It's not often I lack the words to describe how I feel, in fact I have an abundence of problems when it comes to stifling them. All i'll say. Enjoy the moment while it lasts. Simply tragic-ly beautiful. XX BB

Wylie darling!!!! Story of the Week!!!!! YAY!!!!! You are marvelous! I don't know how to say more than what has already been said, but darling, well done! Well done in deed! Muppet

The thing that interests me most about erotica, besides empathetic character development, is the way characters are brought into a sex scene: how they meet, or how their juices are stirred. This was a most unique and well done bringing together of two people which tugged at a number of emotional strings. Kudos.

I do get embarrassed. Thankyou so much for all your comments. The inspiration for this story came from the film "Enemy at the Gates", i guess i just focused on the snatched moment of happiness. I just wonder what you are all going to think of my next one...it should be along shortly. Thanks again, W.

sorry... i just, don't have any words, or at least none come up to my head and make any sense at the moment... I agree with everyone else wylie, it's a great story, it's beautifully written and it just keeps getting better and better... and i like how ur stories are unlike everything else we read here in the LL... uve got that originality and creativity... I've read all ur stories, and im not much of a reader, believe me... but i just know, that ure a good writer and that its gonna be worth the moment and the attention... and it always is :) congratulations wylie

Wylie...... wow .......so sad but beautifully written. Outstanding story hun. Thank you!!! ((HUG)).Once again I look forward to more stories from you.

that was great wylie. i've never EVER read anything so romantic. the ending was sad but it was such a GREAT story. kisses.

Unique, well written, and incredibly sexy. I absolutely loved it!

WOW!!!!! what a beautifully written story wylie, i loved the sheer intensity of it all, so different from all the other stories i have enjoyed on here!!! in a league of your own x superb

What a powerful and thought provoking story. Well done Coyote! I can imagine the fear and weariness of war being replaced by a basic need so great it consumes all. To know that during the worst of it, one still can find that sort of connection. Thank you for this story Coyote. xxxxxxxx

I was stunned the first time I read this! It is superb! Not at all like the other stories I have read here. Your descriptions paint such vivid pictures in my mind. I enjoyed the myriad of emotions making this a truly unique story. I will have to see if you have written other. You have quite the talent!

this was so not what I expected to find on this site. Very intense, intelligent, and erotic. I look forward to reading more from you.

great job wylie!!! i immensly look forward to your next piece!!!! xoxox

Wylie dear, this is truely an outstanding piece... i love it..

Words cannot begin to describe the emotions your story has stirred within me. Vivid description and an intimate painting of your characters made for a very real experience of your superbly written story. Thank you for making it so real. -----8

powerful and intense....and definitely thought provoking....well done! Maddie

How could I not comment on such a beautifully written story? You have outdone yourself this time. Sad and unexpected ending, yes, but at least he had a passionate experience right before dying. Great job. The way you described the atmosphere completely intensified the feelings and painted a perfect picture for this story. 3 pts for you, wylie.

Wylie darling, I've read this story twice today, and have thought about it often since I first read it. I am once again stunned into silence from reading it. VERY well done! the simple thought of how life is fragile, how a connection is what counts most shine clear. The ending; still comes as a shock to me, and I wait in breathless anticipation for your next peice! You continue to set that bar just a little higher with each peice you write!