609 I'll Be Home for Christmas, Part II

QL Damsel · 02-17-2003, 06:28 AM

I'll Be Home for Christmas, Part II
December 18, 1953

Outside New York City, New York

A major snowstorm frustrates Sam in his effort to reach Emma. While en route, he uncovers Trudy Calavicci, Al's sister, trapped in a crashed ambulance. Now, he has two women to save, and time is running out. Meanwhile, Al has been relieved from his Observer position and Senator Weitzman's aide has recommended the Project be shut down. Will Sam be able to save the women in 1953 and the Project in 2000 at the same time?

Written by: A. J. Burfield

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leaper1 · 01-14-2004, 11:20 AM

I know that this story has been around a while, but I came to Virtual Seasons fairly late, and I'm just catching up.

I deliberately timed it so that I could read this when it was seasonally appropriate, and it added to the impact of the story.

And what a story!

AJ, it was wonderful!
Poor Sam, poor Al!
The personal stories always have a special appeal, and this one played out brilliantly, without slipping into the dangerous territory of schmultz.

I love the twist with the inspector - and the fact that Ziggy missed it!
Well done indeed.

Karine · 10-05-2005, 01:12 PM

Very good story.

Helaina · 01-08-2006, 05:11 PM

Loved it!

Vince Beckett · 05-22-2006, 05:36 PM

This is a wonderful conclusion to this first 2 part story in the virtual seasons. It's wonderful that Al gets Trudy back.

ohboy · 04-22-2009, 01:11 AM

This was the best episode that I have read up to this point. The ending was quite touching, and it really showed how much Sam does for Al. It was also nice to see how Sam affected the other people, and the good work that they end up doing. Plus, I thought that it was very creative how you tied the leap in with the inspection going on at the project. 5/5!

sonea · 10-22-2009, 11:37 AM

Just excellent! Brought a tear to my eye. I loved how it was written regarding Al's feelings that the events weren't always as he was experiencing and that he had the feeling of his memories dissolving like a fading dream. Well done on that part.

Lightning McQueenie · 10-23-2009, 11:42 PM

Beautifully written.

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02-17-2003, 06:28 AM	#1
QL Damsel Al's Place / TVS Administrator Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Near Austin Texas Posts: 2,541	609 I'll Be Home for Christmas, Part II I'll Be Home for Christmas, Part II December 18, 1953 Outside New York City, New York A major snowstorm frustrates Sam in his effort to reach Emma. While en route, he uncovers Trudy Calavicci, Al's sister, trapped in a crashed ambulance. Now, he has two women to save, and time is running out. Meanwhile, Al has been relieved from his Observer position and Senator Weitzman's aide has recommended the Project be shut down. Will Sam be able to save the women in 1953 and the Project in 2000 at the same time? Written by: A. J. Burfield Our rating system consisted of one person. At that time, the story was rated as a 9. (This is a great story! I will definitely tell others about it.) This is your opportunity to rate this particular story. Let the author(s) know how you rate this story. If you'd like to give feedback, please go ahead and leave a reply! Thanks, TVS Team __________________ Last edited by Dman176; 07-30-2005 at 08:40 PM. Reason: Adding additional information

01-14-2004, 11:20 AM	#2
leaper1 PQL Security Staff Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Bedford, England Posts: 2,582	I know that this story has been around a while, but I came to Virtual Seasons fairly late, and I'm just catching up. I deliberately timed it so that I could read this when it was seasonally appropriate, and it added to the impact of the story. And what a story! AJ, it was wonderful! Poor Sam, poor Al! The personal stories always have a special appeal, and this one played out brilliantly, without slipping into the dangerous territory of schmultz. I love the twist with the inspector - and the fact that Ziggy missed it! Well done indeed. __________________

10-05-2005, 01:12 PM	#3
Karine Control Room Technician Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Estonia Posts: 164	Very good story. __________________ Sam:"Bonanza was never like this..." I like that quote, because I'm a huge Bonanza fan myself.

01-08-2006, 05:11 PM	#4
Helaina PQL Visitor Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: wales Posts: 11	Loved it! __________________

05-22-2006, 05:36 PM	#5
Vince Beckett Pulse Communications Technician Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Lancaster, PA Posts: 316	This is a wonderful conclusion to this first 2 part story in the virtual seasons. It's wonderful that Al gets Trudy back. __________________

04-22-2009, 01:11 AM	#6
ohboy Junior Leaper Join Date: May 2008 Location: Northern California Posts: 1,383	This was the best episode that I have read up to this point. The ending was quite touching, and it really showed how much Sam does for Al. It was also nice to see how Sam affected the other people, and the good work that they end up doing. Plus, I thought that it was very creative how you tied the leap in with the inspection going on at the project. 5/5! __________________ "Do not forget to entertain strangers, for by doing some have unwittingly entertained angels." Dr. Wily is a registered trademark of Capcom, and I don't own the rights to it in anyway, nor do I profit from the avatar.

10-22-2009, 11:37 AM	#7
sonea Imaging Chamber Technician Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Ajax,Ontario Canada Posts: 58	Just excellent! Brought a tear to my eye. I loved how it was written regarding Al's feelings that the events weren't always as he was experiencing and that he had the feeling of his memories dissolving like a fading dream. Well done on that part. __________________

10-23-2009, 11:42 PM	#8
Lightning McQueenie Junior Leaper Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 1,058	Beautifully written. __________________

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