Wednesday, January 5, 2011

Baby 58

+Kellae's Point of View+

I ran inside to get away from Joe. In my mind I had always pictured the moment I announced that we where pregnant AGAIN but never did I want to hurt anyone or have anyone hate me. Yes I say again because in High School Joe and I got pregnant but it ended in a mis carriage. Joe was so devastated that he shut everyone out except his good friend Connery. It was to early in the pregnancy to know what the gender was but that didn't matter to us we where just sad to have lost a baby. I stood there and felt a single tear fall down my cheek. I wiped it away quickly as if I heard my mom's horrid voice screaming at me that tears are for wimps and we can't be wimps in this house. I got goose bumps just thinking about it. But I then thought of my brother and sister, they would know what I should do.
Hi bro! Yeah its me sister K... Yes Joe still has feelings for me, I think. 

Yes, yes he hasn't done anything to stupid other than not tell me about a girl friend...

I KNOW RIGHT? So I'm not sure what to do... well its not as easy as just leaving this time because I'm pregnant. 

You think? Your NOT? Oh man you are kidding right? CLICK

So while talking to my brother I come to find out that him and my sister where never planning on coming to Sunset Valley with me. They just wanted me to take a risk and pursue Joe. Well now what you ask? I'm going to stay with Joe. Obviously he's not happy with his girl friend and I'm having his baby so why should I skip town. I then got a text from my sister telling me that she transfered money into my account and she wanted me to fix up the house and have a special nursery for her niece or nephew. I got excited thinking about getting things ready. As I went to leave I noticed my neighbor who had several kids... A few toddlers and some older kids. I felt she would be great for support and advice.

I rang her door bell and NOTHING I just stood there waiting and then a very pretty woman opened the door. She looked quite pleasant but before I introduced myself little Leborn decided to kick. I then looked up and gave her a proper introduction. 
Kellae- Hi, I'm new to town and I live across the street from you. My name is Kellae Baxter but you can call me K, Ella, or even KB. I said while shaking her hand.
Violet- Its nice to meet you K.B., I'm Vi I've lived here for a little while now. I'm originally from Riverview. Please come in.
Kellae- Thank you Vi

Violet- So your pregnant KB?
Kellae- Yes, I am. I must say it was a bit of a surprise for me and the babie's dad. I'm not sure how supportive he's going to be. I feel like this has turned his world up side down much like mine.
Violet- Yes I can understand that. I'm taking part in a 101 baby challenge and well my boyfriend and I where thinking of waiting till AFTER the challenge to start a family but here I am pregnant and he is still in a state of shock. I hope he comes around soon. 
Kellae- He sounds like a great guy, this baby was the result of a one night stand... possible something more but its dad has YET to tell me that he loves me and that he wants to be with me. I feel slightly used.
Violet- I also understand that feeling as well. Even though I'm doing this challenge by choice I've still been used, hurt, and lied to. Its never easy when people decide to pull out their ugly side.
Kellae- I hear you there, Well I was wondering my siblings gave me this great idea to fix up the house and make it look good. I was wondering if you could give me any pointers. Your house is beautiful Vi.
Violet- Thank you KB, yes I love how the house turned out as well. I say that you should keep it simple and classy. You don't want him to think you are trying to make the house more girly but then you also don't want to feel like your not wanted. I think that for the baby room you should find out the gender. That way he can connect better with the baby. I hope to keep mine a secret because my boyfriend LOVES surprises.
Kellae- Wow Vi, you have amazing advice and I can tell we are going to be great friends.
As I went to leave I then realized something. A picture of Joe and her kissing was on the desk next to us while we where talking... Hmmm so this must be my competition?

- - Violet's Point of View - -
Sally looked sad, I wasn't sure what was going on but I knew that something was troubling her. I wanted her to know that she could talk to me but she remained silent. Stanford and Sally started teaching the toddler's (Jaelia and Jaidalynn) how to talk.
I started playing the guitar... imagining Joe holding our little bundle of joy. I then knew one of the rules was that I was not to marry any challenge dad's so I decided not to include this baby in the challenge IF Joe and I get married. I wanted to count him/her but not as a challenge child. I hope that Joe warms up to the idea of us having a baby. it was his idea to try and I wasn't going to argue. I love him and having a baby with him is a dream come true.
I found something strange with the way KB acted but that might just be the way she is. I watched her go across the street and into Joe's house. I couldn't figure out why Joe didn't tell me that she was staying there but I trust Joe... I think I trust Joe...
 Later on I found Sally plugging away at her painting. I wanted so badly to figure out what was wrong but stepped back. When a girl looses herself in something bothering her can only make things worse. 
I went up to my room and got into my pj's and hopped into bed. I had horrible dreams with KB, Joe, Sally, and I all fighting about different things. But the thing that stuck out most was the way that Joe looked at KB. I couldn't get that image out of my head no matter how hard I tried. It was only a dream and weird dreams come along with pregnancy. 


+Joe's house Kellae's point of View+
 I was nervous to talk to Joe but knew that he was just as confused as I was. I wanted him to know that I love him and our baby. I worked ALL DAY on the baby room. I found out that we are having a little girl. I found Joe in the bathroom getting ready for bed and I told him I had a surprise for him. He smiled and I led him to the nursery. I had him walk in in front of me.
 Joe- Kellae, Did you do this? All of this?
Kellae- Yeah I sold a few things and my sister transfered me some money but I've been working all day on it. Do you like it Joe?
Joe- YES! I mean WOW
 Joe- Kellae... I'm so sorry that everything is so messed up. I know that I have to tell Violet at some point in time what all is going on and I have to tell both of you who I want to be with. 
Kellae- Joe, Love is patient... and I will patiently wait for you to make up your mind. I want you to understand that I love you very much. I've loved you since I was that teenage girl just needing a place to crash so I could stay off the street. Joe I can't tell you that Violet is a horrible person. She's so sweet.
Joe- What? have you met her?
Kellae- Yes I went over there eariler today. I wasn't told where she lived just her friends hang out at. So I avoided that house and went to the one right across the street. Joe I didn't realize it was her till I saw your picture. My heart breaks for you. This choice isn't going to be an easy one.
Joe- Lele (Kellae)... I love you so much. I must talk to Violet in the morning and let her no what all is going on. I have something to tell both of you that might change things. 
 - - Violet's house and Point of view - -

The next morning Sally was up stairs in the hallway waiting for me. 

Sally- Mom I love you and I'm sorry I'm going to tell you this. 
Violet- What honey? Please just tell me I want to help you.
Sally- Mom there is no easy way to say this so I'm just going to give this to you. HERE...
She handed me my camera and I went threw the digital pictures and what I saw made me laugh.
Ok... so you got a picture of Asher and KB kissing? 
Sally what is going on?
Sally- NO MOM look at the next picture... Its not Asher.
There was no hiding it now. that was Joe and KB. I started to shake and dropped the camera on the floor. The tears of heart break started flowing. My mind raced with 50 questions and then a light kick told me that I wasn't alone. My stomach hurt and I wanted to just curl up in a ball and cry for days but instead I called my friends. Not very many where at the challenge house but I was happy to know that a few of them where going to be coming over and help me clear my head. 

Sally was still in front of me and I hugged her so tight. I reminded her that she's more special to me than anything and that I love her more than words. I also told her thank you. I knew how hard that must have been for her. 
As I felt the baby move I remembered how I felt when he/she was conceived. I felt it was out of love and I still do. I hate to be angry at Joe but I couldn't help but think that maybe she seduced him into doing it. I want to be nice and calm but its hard when children are involved and you know he's going to choose one mom, on child over the other... I went down stairs to wait for the mom's to come.
When the door bell rang I honestly thought it was my friends but to my surprise it was Kellae. 
Violet- Hi KB you are looking GREAT! Are you having twins?
Kellae- *giggles) Well we aren't 100% sure but we do know that we are having a little girl. We are VERY excited about it- thinks to self- Kellae cool it... she's going to find out at some point that this is Joe's baby. Don't be such a snob about it.
Violet- That's great... I bet you are going to make a great mom -thinks to self- better mom than friend.

After getting inside Kellae insisted I give her my autograph. I was caught off guard but was happy to do so. I really wanted to talk to Joe though so I didn't put much time in her autograph (sadly). I then saw Joe and approached him.


Joe- Hi Sweets... We need to talk...
Violet- You bet your sweet ass we need to talk... But guess what the joke is on YOU because I can take the words right out of your mouth. 

Joe walked away to go get a drink form the bar. I followed him as Ashby came into the house she was the only challenge mom to make it. I was glad not to be by myself when confronting them (Kellae and Joe)
Joe- Violet... I'm not happy about what happened and I'm not sure how you found out but I WAS going to tell you honest... I'm just so caught off guard. I find out I'm going to be a dad with two of the most amazing girls I've EVER known, and now I feel like I'm just pissing everyone off. I'm really sorry that you didn't find out from me but I'm not sorry that Kellae is pregnant... I love my kids BOTH of my kids and I love BOTH you and Kellae.
Violet- JOE... Joe I just want you to see this from my point of view. How would you feel if...
Joe- You did it to me? Violet you have done "IT" with how many men? and I've stood bye and understood where your heart is. Don't you see this was moment in time where I had a brief moment where I couldn't see which way was up and which was down. 

I walked away and found Kellae and decided to talk to her Ashby was right by my side too. She really knew that I needed her. Kellae is FASCINATED with her belly its like every time I see her she's rubbing it and talking to the baby. How can I blame her for loving Joe? How can I hate her for following HER heart? I realized being mad wasn't worth it but getting even might feel a bit better.

Kellae (thinks to self)- I felt eyes on me... I didn't know what was going on. Where is Joe?
Ashby (thinks to self)- All Violet has to say is the magic word...

Violet- JOOOOOOE You need to come here and TALK!
Joe took his sweet time getting to us but when he realized Kellae was out numbered he put a jump to his step. Ashby was just "streching" you know ... Just in case things got out of hand. I don't want to hurt my unborn child and no one messes with Ashby or her friends.
The 4 of us stood there waiting for someone to break the ice. I could see out of the corner of my eye Joe looking at me in a loving way. Kellae was complaining about stomach pains and I was having trouble breathing because I wanted this nightmare to be over. FINALLY someone broke the ice.
Ashby- Ok so when you get your butt chewed out Joe I will have it on video... so all the girls will see what kind of boy you really are... 

Ashby got so much joy out of that statement but also really just wanted to show the other mom's but it made Joe nervous and that was fun to see.
Violet- Joe I know that you feel like you have to choose who to stay with but to be honest you can't handle it... you can't handle me. You proved that by finding another person to sleep with. I was out of town because my mom died. I came early so I could see you. I know where MY priorities stood but where are your's? I'm not mad at Kellae... in fact I'm HAPPY she took my sloppy seconds off my hands.
Joe gets emotional- Violet, I don't want to loose you. I don't want to loose our baby. I'm so confused right now. I love you more than you will ever understand and I want you to never forget that. I'm so sorry.
Violet- Sorry for what you did or sorry I found out.
Joe- VIOLET I WAS GOING TO TELL YOU
Violet- Don't you DARE yell at me... I'm not the one at fault here. You are... and my kids are here. What are you thinking?
Kellae- Violet, I want you to know this is all my fault. I looked for Joe, I found him, and I knew how to get him all fired up so that he would sleep with me. I'm messed up and had HORRIBLE parents. I just wanted this baby to have a good dad and I wanted to be a great mom. I know that this sounds like a pitty party for myself but its not. I'm willing to take my baby and leave. Joe is a great guy and you two shouldn't give up on my account.
Violet- You are right about one thing. Joe is going to be a great dad. But no I don't want a man who can make the "girl he love's" feel as cheap as the last guy she had in her bed. I hope he just doesn't turn around and do the same thing to you.
I then turned to Joe, I was never going to be ready for this moment. My heart began to race and our little one decided to kick before I could say anything. I looked down at and then up at Joe. My hands where sweating and my heart was breaking.

Violet- Joe, I loved the way you held me in your arms telling me I was safe. I loved when you surprised me with giving Dawn a second chance. I loved when you gifted me with things you knew I needed with out me asking. I loved how easy it was to love you... But I needed you to love me. Joe we are done... I'm NEVER going to understand why you did what you did but I'm happy that you showed me the true you now better than later. You have got to promise me two thing though...
Joe- Violet anything for you...
Violet- Be in our child's life and DON'T do this to Kellae.

After I broke up with Joe him and Kellae gazed into each other's eyes. I started on with my life knowing once he walked out that door he was only going to hold the title as baby challenge dad 58. Man I really never wanted to have to say that about him.


I try not to use extra large pictures in my blogs but I wanted you all so see the inside of my beautiful NEW house. The first picture is the main level. I love my hot tub room :) and the toddler room also has the play room connected to it. 

On the second floor are more bedrooms, work out room, big kids play area, and... an extra bathroom but no stairs. We decided to get an elevator. I like that it doesn't take up as much space as stairs do. 

The house is SO much bigger than what I had pictured but its a perfect house to finish my challenge in. I then hope to move closer to the beach and enjoy a ranch style house. I'm not sure if I'm going to date again while doing the challenge because its really hard and I don't think I could handle another situation like Joe's.
Jaelia and Jaidalynn where enjoying the play room. They have mastered walking, talking, and going potty in the potty chair. They are ready to age up but I'm not ready. I stood in the door way just watching them play. They are so sweet and deserve this play room.
Fred and Ashby enjoyed the new game system. And oh man I need to take down ALL the pictures of me and Joe... but anyway Ashby was asking Fred all kinds of Questions and he was MORE than happy to answer them. I think Ashby knew the answers she was just messing with him.
 "Mom can you please help me with this math problem?" Frank hollered at me while I was gathering laundry. Division isn't easy for me either but I did my best to help him and he got his homework done and then he was off to go swimming in our pool. I loved having our own pool but using the local one at times will be fun too.
I then over heard Sally on the phone. I assumed it was Derrick by the way she said, "Yes I would love for you to stop by real quick no need to ask next time!" I loved that she liked him but wasn't sure what he would be needing at 6:00pm.
My due date was coming quickly and I had a feeling the baby would be born soon. I was debating having Joe here for the birth or not... I guess it all depends on when and where I go into labor. 

Violet- Wow Derrick you got here quick... Is everything ok... Did Kellae have her baby?

Derrick- Yes everything is ok and no Kellae is still very pregnant. I think she's so big because of eating to much junk food. But no Miss. Newbie -clears throat- I'm wondering if I could... I'm sorry Miss. Newbie I must say I'm a little nervous. 
Violet- Oh Derrick you don't need to be nervous around me. I've known you for a LONG time and you are like a son to me. oh and Derrick please call me Vi. Miss. Newbie is far to formal.
Derrick- Oh ok sorry about that... Vi, I really love Sally and she is my sunshine. You know I guess I can only compare it to one thing. The way you love her, you know that unconditional, couldn't live without, do anything for her kind of love. 
Violet- Yes Derrick I do
Derrick- Well I guess what I'm trying to ask is... Could I please ask Sally for her hand in marriage? I will work hard and buy a nice house. We can live here in town so that you can be close to her. I promise Violet that I won't break her heart.

 Violet- Derrick your a sweet boy and I know that your intentions are good. I would be more than happy to welcome you to the family. I also want to give you props, out of all the men who have proposed to my daughters you are the first to approach me and ask for permission. You are a true gentleman and Asher has done a fine job raising you. 


I then reached into my pocket and handed him the ring my mom wore. She was no longer needing it and both Sara is engaged and Zoey is married now so they won't be needing it. I could have used it for myself but I felt it fit that Derrick be the one to give it to Sally. I was so happy for Sally and I knew that Derrick would be good to his word.


~Joe's House - Kellae's Point of View~


He was more heart broken over Violet than I had expected. He tried to stay strong but I could see past his shell that he puts himself in. I felt bad for Violet and the way that she never dissed me once was really surprising but she did say that I get her sloppy seconds and that kinda stung, but she has every right to feel that way.
 I couldn't stand watching him mope around the house so I came over to him and showed him just how lucky he was to have me. I began to kiss him and his arms held on to me so tight as if the thought of me leaving or him leaving me was impossible. I enjoyed this feeling since usually men just enjoyed my "features" and not the real me. Joe is different he's seen me when I was at my lowest of lows and now he's able to see me at my highest of high's.
 Joe- I love you Kellae                         Kellae- I love you Joe
Joe- and No little Colby daddy didn't forget about you. I love you too. 
I just wish you could see your beautiful mommy sooner than later.

This made me so happy!


That night we both had pleasant dreams. Joe's been wanting to build a bigger house on this lot but he's waiting for Connery to leave, Derrick to age up and marry Sally (way cute couple might I say) and then Asher has his eyes on an Aleah? I think its one of Violet's kids but hey try finding a sim in Sunset Valley that Isn't one of Violet's kids.
That next morning I woke up to Joe playing in Colby's room. I laughed because he looked so cute. I can't wait to see him act childish with Colby. Can she come any sooner???

- - Violet's House and Violet's Point of View - -


Good morning my sweet bundle of joy! I have really been feeling my baby move more during this pregnancy. I imagine its littleness filling the empty space in the NEW nursery. 

I wanted to know this baby so bad but then I also was wishing Joe would be by my side wishing with me. I decided to take down his pictures today as I found time. I also still had the friendship ring he gave me and I plan to still wear it. It is just a symbol of friendship and we can always be friends. I just can't handle a relationship with him. He just had to be honest with me.

The twins where still sleeping and the older 4 kids where eating breakfast getting ready for school. I quickly got on the facebook chat and saw several other mom's on too. I figured I would tell them that Joe and I broke up.

Maci- I think Violet's going to be on soon.
Addy- How do you know?
Maci- She just commented on a picture
Vanessa- HI VIOLET!
Violet- Hey girls how is everything going?
Kira- Good and you?
Violet- WELL... Joe and I broke up, he cheated on me and then didn't tell me about it.
Maci- How did you find out then?
Vanessa- I'm so sorry Vi
Addy- Violet you deserve better!
Kira- Oh man... if he didn't tell you who did?
Violet- SALLY she caught him on CAMERA

The girls where shocked at this and it spread like wild fire that Joe and I where broken up. Messages, phone calls, and texts all where going between us mom's. I was having a hard time keeping up with the chat and knew that Jaelia and Jaidalynn would be getting up soon.

Fred's Flashback (black and white photo)


Stanford- Fred if he comes up to you COME GET ME. I mean it little bro he's not going to bully you any longer.
Violet- Who's bullying who?
Fred- This kid... he's older than me and he makes fun of me because well I guess its because he doesn't like me.
Stanford- NO its because he's jealous of you and how smart you are.
Violet- Do I need to talk to the principle or teachers?
Stanford and Fred- NO 

I backed of and let the boys handle this one. I didn't want to be a pushy mom but I didn't like the sound of one of my kids being singled out by an older kid. The two boys kept talking as I walked away.

Sally helping with her younger siblings makes me so happy... She still has no clue what Derrick is planning. She's been talking about ageing up for a few days now but I wanted to make sure Derrick had everything ready that he had planned before I allowed her to grow up. Jessip would be so proud. He's been touring around the world interviewing people for different shows and taking part in more challenges. He's very big on getting pictures and video's from the kids so that it nice of him to take part in their lives as they age and he travels.
I started cleaning up the bedrooms when I realized Zekayla never spent much time in her new room. I decided to leave her picture there though so that other siblings that use her room can see what their older sister looks like. 
Baby 58 is growing fast. 
I got a disturbing phone call from Stanford's teacher AND principle. I went strait up stairs thinking I might find him doing home work but instead he was playing video games. I wasn't to happy especially after what his teacher told me.
STANFORD.... Are you really failing school? I mean come on Stan you know better than to do this. You are a smart boy I know it. Why are you not focusing in class and looking up girl's skirts??? STANFORD I couldn't believe the things they where telling me. You are NOT going to be attending school if this is the behavior you are going to be showing there. I will home school you. Do you understand how serious I am?

He looked at me and nodded his head. I felt bad that I got loud with him so I said lets play a game. Looser has to do laundry...
We talked about lots of things and how he wasn't ready to age up. I could have told him that. I told him that he had to be getting a C in school before he could even think of becoming a YA even if that means Sally age's up without him. He didn't like the sound of that or the sound of me cheering because he was stuck doing LAUNDRY!
Even though Sally hate's water she seems to really enjoy the hot tub. I love the room because its so relaxing AND there is plenty of "party" space. I could tell just by the look on her face WHO she was thinking about.
After kicking Stanford's but I decided to sculpt a little. I got Quite a bit done before my water broke and contractions started. I was so ready to meet my little one that I was ready to get labor done with. BUT labor took a little while. 


 ISAIAH LYNNETE NEWBIE
7lb 13oz 19 inch's
-BABY 58-
 I looked at her in amazement. This is the baby, the child, the SIM I've been picturing since I first saw Joe. I had thought and thought about this single moment but nothing I had pictured was nearly as perfect as the real thing. I texted Joe a picture of Isaiah and he texted me back with a smiley face. I wanted him to come over but I knew that he had other things on his plate.
I then got a phone call from Giselle (baby 21) she wanted to tell me she works for Parent Magazine and they wanted to feature ME in the February issue. I was honored by this and told her of course. She then got serious and said mom are you engaged?  I laughed and said NO WAY. She sounded happy but then informed me that it was a big rumor going on. I told her nope not engaged, not married, not even dating. She then got back to business and told me a Connie Black would be coming over to interview me. I told Giselle my new address and that I loved her.
HERE WE ARE! I'm so happy to have 58 kids. It feels like yesterday that I started and here I am at 58 kids... I love my family more than I've loved anything in the world.
My phone rang again and I was on speaker phone with my sister's Sara and Zoey. They where both very happy to inform me that they where on their way to Sunset Valley with their new looks. and BLAINE wanted to visit too. I couldn't believe they where all coming down. I wonder what they are up to???


+ Joe's house- Kellae's point of view +
Joe and Jay started fighting and it woke me up. I was irritated because I'm massively preggers and my back hurts 24/7. Even Joe's amazing back rubs don't always help. The main thing the fight was about was VIOLET and Joe breaking up. I'm so tired of hearing poor Violet. Everyone needs to get over it and MOVE ON.
 Asher was able to get Joe and Jay to stop fighting but all this talk and anger got Joe emotional again. Can I feel anymore like crap? I mean HELLO I'm something special too. Why not cry about almost loosing me?
Joe took this pregnancy picture of me... I LOVE it. 
I think it captures my love for Colby even before she's born.
I didn't know how else to get Joe's mind off of Violet other than to woo hoo SO we did and that triggered my labor to start. Joe and I where SO excited to meet our Colby face to face.
Joe was so worried about me HOW CUTE is he?

Please allow me to introduce to you
Colby Rianne Leborn
8lb 10oz 20inches
MY LITTLE PRINCESS

- - Violet's House - -
I'm a pretty reasonable girl who doesn't like to cause to many problems BUT I can always make and exception... 





Sims Fan: Thank you for reading and I hope you enjoyed this post as much as I enjoyed writing it. Thank you so much for your feedback, comments, and support. I also wanted to say that I don't think I'm going to follow Colby's life span anymore except for updates like pictures and such unless you want me to. So if you've not added me on facebook please do so I'm Violet Jane Newbie not to be confused with the other Violet Newbie on FB and you can also e-mail me at simsfan1121@gmail.com. Happy Simming Everyone!

9 comments:

  1. AWESEOME!!!! Vi, you did such a great job!!!!

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  2. All I can Say...Is WOW. I was Wide Eyed though This Whole Thing and I REALLY enjoyed it!!
    ~Della

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  3. Thanks Maci and Della! I'm glad you liked it... I'm kinda excited about what Violet is planning.

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  4. WOW! I loved this post so much, you don't even know...I think Vi was SO accepting when she told Joe never to treat Kallae like he treated her, that was so nice! I cannot wait until the next post...Bye!

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  5. OMG! I feel so bad for Vi but I'm very excited to see Joe's baby! Keep em' comin'! :D

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  6. Amber- I've been cheated on and that's what I told the guy so it really hit home.

    Dawn- I'm excited to see Isaiah grow up too!

    thanks for the comments!

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  7. How do you get your pictures to be so clear? Mine have a fuzzy look to them and there is nothing I can really do to make them less fuzzy. My screen resolution is as high as it goes.

    By the way, I love your blog. Would you mind visiting my blog at http://catlover800.blogspot.com. Thanks and keep up the great work. I look forward to continue reading it!

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  8. I have my settings on high and I'm also playing on a computer that was build specifically with Sims 3 in mind. So that might help. I wish I knew what to tell you. and yes I would love to check out your blog thank you so much for reading!

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  9. Catlover800- I really like your blog but I can't comment on it or even follow it :( but I do like it keep up the awesome work!

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