I had to take a while to get my thoughts in order after reading this because it is so overwhelming. We didn't get to see much of Sam after Dean died, but I think that you managed to capture it perfectly. The emotional intensity of the chapter made me sad about those four months for Sam all over again, even though it was so long ago. It was in character, and very powerful.

I think this is one of the best moments you've done so far. Fantastic, I loved it.

Wow. Thank you. You handled this situation so well and really took the time to delve into each boy's head and heart. To me, this was the toughest time they have ever faced then and now. That was the hardest season to watch ever. Sam's decline and downfall was horrific. I loved how you kept this in total character. You didn't let Dean completely forgive Sam, which he shouldn't, but kept it more realistic. Just a great amazing job and thank you again for doing this. LOVED.

Gah, I'm crying right now! This season is still one of the best for emotional moments, and that voicemail kills me every time I hear it! X(

Awesome chapter, though, even if it did reduce me to tears.

OMG. This chapter had everything! Humor, everything boys (especially brothers) do to each other, love how you elabroated on all the pranks. That was funny. And all of the dialouge was really funny and top notch. When Sam licked the pizza, I laughed because my youngest did that to my oldest all the time. And they also talked like that to each other. And loved the the points of view from Bobby, John and you pointed out that Dean was always ready to move on and didn't get attached to places and while Sam did. Just a perfect sneak peek into their private lives as teens. I loved it! Thanks!

I love this! I really enjoy prank war fics, and I love seeing the boys interacting with Bobby and acting like regular kids for once. Great job! Also, the pranks you thought up were pretty awesome, and the way they escalated was nice. This really brightened my evening!

Wow. This was amazing. You did an excellent job getting in Sam's head and all he was feeling at that time. Yes, he was an addict and it was terrible. This was the start of their darkest times. Thanks so much. I would love for you to do a snapshot of the voice mail. You know the one I mean! Thanks!

Loved Sam's pov. Just loved it. I've always felt like he has had these thoughts and emotions for a long time. For example the episode Sacrifice. I don't know if you've seen it yet, but it's amazing. And Sam does have the right to feel that way, about his mom, Jess, his dad and even Dean. He's never felt like he deserves any goodness or happiness in his life. And he's always felt like a burden to Dean, especially after John dies. Of course that's also when life hits him hard with Jess then John. You have been able to convey & project Sam's feelings and actions so well and I loved every sentence! Thanks so much for writing these Snapshots. I love them!

Ouch! That was wonderfully painful.

I think this needs to be continued! I want Dean's reactions to Sam having money (I don't know if Sam could have ever saved up enough for a house, a ring? sure but not a house) and giving it to Dean to fix the car. Plus Dean needs to help Sam deal with his emotional state right now. Love this series!

OMG. The turmoil that boy was going through. I loved your take on Sam's early years of college. I would hope that he would have felt confident enough after he and Jess were married to tell her the truth. And then Dean & John could have had a place in his life. But we'll never know will we. Great story and I thank you so much for all of your hard work. Thanks for the attention to detail, the imagery, the realism and humor. Loved.

I'm so happy that you continued this particular story. It did my heart good to see the bonding between Sam & John. When Sam finally told John he didn't feel good...GUH. That's all. Just GUH. Loved John taking care of Sam, knowing something just wasn't right, calling Bobby & Dean, all of it. I felt so sorry for Sam as he's talking to Dean and thinking that John was pawning him off to his brother. So glad Dean made him see that wasn't true and John coming in to take care of him. And their talk? OMG. That was a piece of brilliance. Loved it! Then you lightened the mood with Dean's snarkiness and John finding the whiskey! The mother-daughter period talk and tampon run was LOL icing on the cake! Perfect ending. Once again, everyone totally in character and realistic especially with the boys ages. Love!

Wow. This one was just as good as the last one. Loved all of your detail in this and appreciate how you never rushed it. You made the reader feel just as frustrated as Dean in Sam's silence. Then when he finally reached Sam. Heartbreaking. Really enjoyed the humor with John. And you're totally right that the child that is more like you is the one you argue with the most. And Sam is definitely more like John. I've always thought that. But the chilli and John thinking it was nice that Sam was giving him the silent treatment was pretty funny. But John was understanding in that he placed the order for the pizzas and got one especially for Sam, even though he didn't eat it. The whole story was very real and heartbreaking. So true to life. That seems to be my common theme in my reviews! But that's what I appreciate the most about this. Sure, we know they're hunters but we're getting the real life situations and how they deal with it. Really not that much different than anyone else. I just love it!

Probably my favorite chapter so far. I felt like I was living that experience with Sam. You did an amazing job conveying all of the emotions Sam was feeling and his reactions. And the way you wrote Dean, John & Bobby was so in character and realistic. Just loved every word of this. You're a very good writer of these characters. The way you delve into all of their emotions and what they're thinking and not saying is a talent and you should keep writing these stories. Thanks so much.

This was so realistic. Dean not wanting to let anyone know he was feeling bad. Sam not really knowing what to do but wanting to help. I could totally understand Dean not wanting Sam with him while he was puking. And Sam not really wanting to see it either. Such a normal reaction! Love this series.