I really liked this - so very different from most of the Puckleberry fics out there, which either have them friends or fuck buddies before getting together for real. And I admire anyone who can write a realistic way to begin a relationship, because it's something I've always failed at. I prefer to break them up for the angst ;)

The subtle way you layered on the angst was brilliant. No hand-wringing or fighting, just small tugs on our heartstrings. The ending was hopeful, but not overly fluffy, which is just perfect for those two.

Also, I freaking loved that Rach didn't get her dream (yet). Again with the realism.