An Arbitrary Celebration of Staying Alive for Another Year

[ardenteurophile]

“Sherlock, you’ve put ‘Not Attending’,” said John, tapping away at his laptop and frowning over at his friend, “Why have you put ‘Not Attending’?”

As usual, Sherlock was spread-eagled across the sofa in a way designed to convey as much drama as possible with the least amount of effort.  His violin was lying across his chest, one hand plucking

Comments

[melodywilde]

So sweet, so beautiful, so perfect, with too many great lines to mention, but this one is my favorite:
“I do, John,” he said, an unidentifiable note in his voice, “Every day.”
That's the one that made me get all wet-eyed. I love this story--thank you for sharing!

[snycock]

Aw, this was very sweet! I can imagine that Sherlock would be a good baker, actually - because baking is so precise.

[gaaak]

He’d go downstairs and knock up Mrs Hudson

HA! I laughed when I read that in canon, and I laughed when I read that here.

Oh, and I groaned-smirked at the last line. Sweet and funny, and I love it!

[arianedevere]

Though, to be fair, Sherlock’s tea was a crime in itself.

*sporfles*

Really sweet story! Any chance of a sequel?

[kalypso_v]

I'm awfully glad that Lestrade & Co are going to have a chance to see the balloons.