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KELIA Title: The Pretty In Pink Fan Fic Manager Registered: Jul '05	Date Posted: 7/10/07 3:54am Subject: A New Beginning...A Shmi Skywalker short story...Complete 09/04/07 - Date Edited: 9/4/07 4:14am (3 edits total) Edited By: KELIA
	Title: A New Beginning Author: Kelia Characters: Shmi Skywalker, OC’s and a couple familiar faces…eventually Genre: A/U Drama A/N: This is only my second venture into the world of Before, so the story will be short - probably 3 or 4 posts. Shmi moaned softly, her limbs slowly shifting beneath the thick blanket as she struggled into consciousness. She bit back a cry as her eyes fluttered open only to close again against the harsh light that filled the room. “Hello,” a soft voice greeted. “Can you open your eyes again?” “No,” she groaned, turning her head to the side. “Hurts.” The light instantly dimmed. “Sorry about that.” Shmi covered her eyes with her hand, tentatively opening one at a time. “Is that better?” Slender fingers tenderly brushed away the loose strands of hair from her forehead. “Thank you,” Shmi whispered, turning to face the voice. She blinked in surprise to find a middle-aged man with a weathered face and kind green eyes smiling warmly at her. “Who…are you?” “I am Doctor Pash Orunitia,” he replied picking up her hand and squeezing it gently. “And you are?” “Shmi…Shmi Skywalker.” “A pleasure to meet you,” Pash’s smile widened. “Though I wish the circumstances were better. How are you feeling?” “Awful,” Shmi admitted. “Wha…what happened?” Pash glanced at her curiously. “What do you remember?” Shmi frowned as she searched her groggy memory. “A ship…turbulence…screaming.” Pash nodded. “Go on,” he urged. “Nothing. I woke up here,” she paused. “The ship must have crashed,” she concluded. “Yes,” Pash confirmed. “Though it wasn’t as bad as it could have been. The pilot somehow managed to maintain some control of the ship until he landed.” He gazed at her silently for a moment. “Do you remember anything about why you were on the ship?” Shmi leaned back into the bed, her heart sinking. “Of course I know,” she breathed. “I am a slave. Most of the passengers on the ship were. We were on our way to be sold,” she looked away, shifting uncomfortably. “I know.” Pash squeezed her hand again. “I’d like to help you.” “You can’t help me.” She pulled her hand away, her voice filled with resignation. “But I can.” Pash reached into his pocket, pulling out a long, silver cylinder object. “Recognize this?” He placed it into her hand. Shmi sat up gapping at the dulled metal as her fingers traced it’s edges. She recognized the slave’s transmitter immediately. “Wha…how?” “Mrs. Skywalker -,” “Miss,” she interrupted. “Slaves aren’t allowed to marry.” “Oh,” Pash looked away, momentarily embarrassed. “Sorry,” he swallowed before continuing. “I was one of the doctors who was sent out to the landing dock to help transport the injured to the hospital.” He gazed at her compassionately. “I recognized the slave traders. I knew what the passengers were -,” “Are,” Shmi corrected. “Nothing has changed for us. This,” she held up the transmitter. “Won’t change my status. The traders know exactly how many slaves were on that ship and they will come looking for each and every one of us.” “Not if they believe you to be dead,” Pash countered. Shmi’s mouth dropped open. “What?” “I told them you had extensive internal injuries and died shortly after arriving,” he explained, a glint of triumph in his eyes. “Why?” She shook her head in disbelief. “As I said before, I want to help you.” “Why?” she repeated. “Because slavery is evil. I abhor it and everyone who participates in and supports it,” he replied, eyes narrowing. “The Republic abolished it years ago, yet they continue to turn a blind eye to the millions of beings bought and sold every day throughout the Galaxy.” “Saving me isn’t going to change that,” she pointed out. “No,” he admitted. “But it will change you and I get the satisfaction of knowing I did what I could to fight against such an injustice.” “Does anyone know what you do?” Shmi asked. “A few people,” Pash answered, his voice filled with passion. “I’m part of a small organization scattered throughout the Galaxy committed to thwarting the efforts of slave trading. We’re not able to have as much effect as we’d like,” he sighed. “But we take great pleasure in helping those we can.” “How did you become a slave? If you don’t mind my asking?” Shmi took a deep breath, closing her eyes before answering. “My parents ship was attacked by pirates,” she began. “We were all captured and sold to slave traders who in turned sold us to three different owners…,” her words trailed off as her voice began to crack. “I was 5 and I never saw them again.” Pash swore softly. “I don’t even know if they’re still alive,” she blinked back tears. “Part of me hopes they are but…,” “I am so sorry for all you’ve lost,” Pash took both her hands in his, stroking them gently. “Nothing can ever replace the life you should have had, but I hope you can focus on your freedom and the life you can now give your child.” “I don’t even know what I’m going to…,” she stopped abruptly as Pash’s words sank in. “Wha…what did you say?” “You should focus on your freedom,” he repeated gazing at her with concern. “No, after that.” Shmi clenched her hands, her heart beginning to pound. “You can now give your child a better life.” “What child?” she demanded. “I don’t have a child and there weren’t any children -,” “You’re pregnant,” Pash announced. “Didn’t you know?” “No,” Shmi shook her head violently. “I’m not…I can’t be!” She grabbed Pash’s arm frantically. “It’s impossible.” “Of course it’s possible,” Pash replied, patting her hand. “And a fact. The tests are positive and -,” “No, no, no!” Shmi sank back against the bed. “I’m not…I’ve haven’t…,” tears began to slide down her cheeks. “Perhaps you’ve blocked it from your mind,” Pash offered tenderly. “I’ve seen a lot of women, especially if the…event was violent, block it from their minds.” “I wouldn’t have,” she argued. “I couldn’t have…It hasn’t happened in years.” “I know you don’t want to believe it,” Pash began firmly. “But you must have.” “It’s a mistake,” she insisted. “Run the test again.” “I don’t need to,” he countered. “As I was saying, the tests were positive and,” he held up his hand to stop her interruption. “The sensors showed me the baby and it’s heartbeat. I can show you if you’d like.” He rose, switching on a machine above her head. “I estimate you’re about..,” his words trailed off as he glanced down at his patient. Shmi had fainted. ~TBC~ -----signature----- "Do or do not, there is no try." Master Yoda A Light In The Darkness: http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/28150602/p1/?8 Undue Circumstances: http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/28530583/p1/?10
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Kestrel_Kenobi Registered: Sep '05	Date Posted: 7/10/07 4:00am Subject: RE: A New Beginning...A Shmi Skywalker short story
	Hey Kelia ...what a great start! I've enjoyed reading a few Shmi stories lately and this looks intriguing. Could you please pm me with updates! Thank you -----signature----- I had a baby girl! July '08! Proud Padawan to the elusive Jennifer_Lyn! Together again... http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0443701/
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Tahi Registered: Jun '02	Date Posted: 7/10/07 4:42am Subject: RE: A New Beginning...A Shmi Skywalker short story
	Okay - you've hooked me in. I haven't read a Shmi story yet, but she is a wonderful character - and this looks very interesting. Could you PM me when you post please? I like the doctor - he seems to be a genuinely nice guy, and it's good he hates slavers. It would be terrible for poor Shmi to discover she was pregnant like that! Poor woman. But she's strong and courageous. I like the background story you have given her. -----signature----- Monsters of the Id http://boards.theforce.net/beyond_the_saga/b10477/29522013/p1/?0 Many Happy Returns http://boards.theforce.net/beyond_the_saga/b10477/11018706/p1/?2118 new post 12/11 Master to THE_PIED_PIPER
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VaderLVR64 Title: Fan Fic Manager in Combat Boots Registered: Feb '04	Date Posted: 7/10/07 4:43am Subject: RE: A New Beginning...A Shmi Skywalker short story
	I LOVE Shmi! So I don't want to miss a single post of this one! Please put me on your PM list. And I like this medic. -----signature----- Someone who loves me carries an M16. My baby boy wears combat boots.
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jedimasterbac Title: Manager: • Fan Sites • CT Registered: Jun '04	Date Posted: 7/10/07 10:29am Subject: RE: A New Beginning...A Shmi Skywalker short story
	That was a great hook. Shmi was always a great character in Star Wars and seeing someone tackle a backstory for her is great. The doctor also seems like a good person, what with trying to free her and all, and I hope we see more of him. The only thing I didn't like was the following line: KELIA posted: “I wouldn’t have,” she argued. “I couldn’t have…It hasn’t happened in years.” It's nothing against your story. I simply had it in my head for so long that Shmi was a virgin. It was never stated in the movies, however, so obviously you can write it however you want to. -----signature----- Star Wars: Episode I - The Chosen One (Star Wars Saga Reboot/Re-Imagining) http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/27764984/p1/?1 COME TO FAN SITES!!!!
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emerald54 Registered: Apr '07	Date Posted: 7/10/07 1:10pm Subject: RE: A New Beginning...A Shmi Skywalker short story
	It's good to see someone doing a little back story on Shmi, even if it does turn out to be AU. I liked the beginning, and have to agree, I like the doctor. Can I get on the PM list please? -----signature----- “Ideas are like rabbits. You get a couple and learn how to handle them, and pretty soon you have a dozen.” - John Steinbeck
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DarthBerryStraw Registered: Mar '07	Date Posted: 7/10/07 1:59pm Subject: RE: A New Beginning...A Shmi Skywalker short story
	I've never really paid attention to any fics involving Shmi, but you've got me hooked! This is a wonderful first chapter. May I be on your PM list? -----signature----- “I MAY BE A HOGWARTS STUDENT….” Hargirid paused angrily. “BUT I AM ALSO A SATANIST!” - ... Tara UDCS: Of All the Witty Titles http://boards.theforce.net/before_the_saga/b10475/29095691/p1/?7
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KELIA Title: The Pretty In Pink Fan Fic Manager Registered: Jul '05	Date Posted: 7/24/07 4:01am Subject: RE: A New Beginning...A Shmi Skywalker short story - Date Edited: 7/24/07 4:03am (4 edits total) Edited By: KELIA
	Kestrel_Kenobi: – what a great start! This looks intriguing. Thank you. I’m glad you’re enjoying the story so far. Could you please PM me with updates! Of course! Tahi: I haven’t read a Shmi story yet, but she is a wonderful character Thank you for checking out my story. I agree Shmi is a wonderful, underused, character. I like the doctor – he seems to be a genuinely nice guy Yes, he is and he’ll be a great help to Shmi It would be terrible for poor Shmi to discover she was pregnant like that! It was quite the shock, but she will over come it. VaderLVR64: – I LOVE Shmi! So I don’t want to miss a single post of this one Thanks, I’m very intrigued by her as well. I hope I do her justice in this story. jedimasterbac: [i]Shmi was always a great character in SW and seeing someone tackle a backstory for her is great Thank you. I’m very interested in Shmi’s past and I’m enjoying creating a bit of a happier time for her. I simply had it in my head for so long that Shmi was a virgin That was a tough decision for me. I debated it for awhile and knowing Slave owners treat their slaves as property rather than living beings made it seem more realistic she couldn’t have remained one. emerald54: It’s good to see someone doing a little back story on Shmi, even if it does turn out to be AU Thanks. I decided if I was going to do this, I’d give her some freedom in her life. DarthBerryStraw: I’ve never really paid attention to any fics involving Shmi, but you’ve got me hooked! Thank you Shmi is a great character and I hope you like the rest of the story. -----signature----- "Do or do not, there is no try." Master Yoda A Light In The Darkness: http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/28150602/p1/?8 Undue Circumstances: http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/28530583/p1/?10
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KELIA Title: The Pretty In Pink Fan Fic Manager Registered: Jul '05	Date Posted: 7/24/07 4:04am Subject: RE: A New Beginning...A Shmi Skywalker short story
	PM List Kestrel_Kenobi Tahi VaderLVR64 emerald54 DarthBerryStraw Chapter 2 Shmi wiped the last of the dust from the small dinning table, thankful to have her least favorite chore done early. Sinking into one of the worn, comfortable chairs, she absently rubbed her swollen abdomen, a slight smile forming on her lips as she pondered the last few months. The disbelief of her pregnancy had worn off the moment she saw the tiny baby growing inside of her. There was no denying what was before her very eyes. Dr. Orunitia was convinced she simply blocked all remembrance of a vicious assault, but Shmi knew she hadn’t. She had been a teenager when her innocence was stolen and even after all these years, she could remember every brutal detail. No, her mind wasn’t that powerful at protecting her. She only had one Master force himself upon her, everyone since had been content with hard work and a complacent attitude, something Shmi was happy to provide as long as she was not physically abused. Nor had she been sold to a pleasure house, as so many of the young women she met over the years had been. The gods had blessed her over the years, in their own way and now they saw fit to bless her again with this miracle child. “Good, I’m glad to see you resting.” Shmi looked up at the smiling face of her employer. “Nyla.” She rose immediately. “Is there something I can do for you?” “Yes, you can sit back down,” Nyla replied firmly, pointing to the chair. “But I - ,” “But nothing.” Nyla maneuvered her hoverchair next to Shmi. “Sit.” Shmi reluctantly obeyed. “Now,” Nyla continued, her tone softening. “Have you eaten since breakfast?” “No, I was just finishing -,” “You’re eating for two,” Nyla scolded. “And you know Dr. Orunitia recommended small snacks in between meals,” she turned her hoverchair around, heading into the kitchen. “You sit right there and I’ll get you some Gunji fruit.” Shmi sighed as Nyla disappeared into the next room. Nyla was another blessing from the gods. Dr. Orunitia arranged for Shmi to work for the disabled woman upon her release from the hospital doing all the housework, cooking and shopping in exchange for a place to live and food to eat. “There’s nothing else available,” Dr. Orunitia apologized after presenting her with the offer. “Fondor is exclusively an industrial planet. The only jobs available are in the factories and you absolutely cannot work there.” He patted her hand gently. “Nyla has been a patient of mine for years. She is a wonderful woman and I know you’ll like her.” And Shmi had. The two women had gotten along from the moment they met, forming an instant friendship that grew stronger as the months passed. Nyla welcomed Shmi into her home and heart with open arms. And she was almost as excited about the baby as Shmi was. “It’s been so long since I’ve had a child in the house!” she exclaimed upon hearing the news. She hugged Shmi tightly, immediately pointing her to the nearest chair. “But you must take it easy from now on.” Thus began the playful struggle between Shmi insisting on getting her agreed upon chores done and Nyla’s determination she get plenty of rest. It was during the first few days of her employment that Shmi came to realize Nyla really didn’t need help. She may have been confined to a hoverchair, but she managed to care for herself and her small home quite well. It was several days before she worked up the courage to ask why she was hired. “I need help around the house,” Nyla answered. “And Dr. Orunitia assured me -,” “No you don’t,” Shmi stated, gazing squarely into Nyla’s uneasy blue eyes. “Why did you agree to hire me?” “I guess there’s no fooling you,” Nyla chuckled. “There’s nothing sinister involved, I assure you.” She reached over, clasping one of Shmi’s hands in her own and squeezing gently. “I need a friend more than anything else,” she explained. “After my accident, my friends, my neighbors all…,” her words trailed off as a sad look crossed her face. “They don’t know how to treat me, I guess, so they avoid me.” “I’m sorry.” Tears filled Shmi’s eyes. “It didn’t help when I sent my son away,” Nyla continued, her eyes watering. “Everyone thought my heart must have died with my husband to do such a thing,” she paused brushing away her tears. “Do you want to see him? My son?” she reached into her pocket, pulling out a holocube. Shmi gasped as Nyla turned it on, revealing a smiling baby with dark ginger hair and deep blue eyes. He was lying on a thick blanket, a huge grin on his face. “He’s beautiful,” she exclaimed. “Thank you.” Nyla shut the cube off, carefully putting it back in her pocket. “I’m sure he’s a handsome young man by now.” “Do you know where he is?” Shmi asked. “He is a Jedi,” Nyla answered, a wistful smile tugging at her lips. “I always picture him as a powerful Master, but since he’s only 16 now, I doubt he’s reached Knighthood yet.” “A Jedi,” Shmi repeated in wonderment. She’d heard of the infamous Jedi Order. They were supposed to be the guardians of the Republic, making sure peace and order were kept throughout the Galaxy. “I always thought they were a myth,” she mused. “I…I’ve never seen one before,” she added at Nyla’s shocked expression. “I thought they were supposed to ensure justice…,” her words trailed off. ‘Where were they when my family was attacked?’ she thought bitterly. “They do their best,” Nyla replied gently. “But they can’t be everywhere.” “I know,” Shmi nodded sadly. “How did your son become a Jedi?” “The Jedi are always looking for Force sensitive children,” Nyla began. “They do some sort of test on babies to tell if they have the ability. Soryn and I didn’t have our son tested right away,” she explained. “We wanted to raise him and send him to the Republic Academy or something like that but after my accident…I couldn’t..couldn’t care for him so I had the Jedi come and test him.” Nyla didn’t stop the tears from falling down her cheeks. “It was the hardest decision I’ve ever made and I know it was the right decision but I miss him,” she cried. Shmi put her arm around Nyla’s shoulders, squeezing tightly. “But he’s out there helping people,” Nyla continued, resting her head on Shmi’s shoulder. “That brings me great comfort.” “Can’t you visit him?” “No,” Nyla replied. “The Jedi don’t allow contact with families.” Shmi’s eyes widened in shock. “I’m sure it’s for the best,” Nyla added. “Jedi never know where they will be sent, who they have to help and they must be neutral with everybody.” “It still sounds cruel,” Shmi replied. “Children need their parents.” “What could I have given him?” Nyla argued. “It was months before I was released from the hospital, confined to this chair and my husband was dead. I could no longer work or save the money to send him to the academy.” She shook her head. “No, I did the right thing. The Jedi will give my son a new family and a purpose for his life.” “Perhaps you will meet again,” Shmi offered. Nyla smiled gratefully. “Perhaps,” she breathed. “But for now we must focus on your young one’s future.” Shmi glanced down at her still flat stomach. Life for most citizens of Fondor was a future condemned to working in the factories that made up it’s economy, an honest but back breaking way of life. “You have a very special destiny,” she whispered softly. Shmi didn’t know how or why, but she somehow knew with every fiber of her being that this child had a very special destiny ahead of him or her. ~TBC~ -----signature----- "Do or do not, there is no try." Master Yoda A Light In The Darkness: http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/28150602/p1/?8 Undue Circumstances: http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/28530583/p1/?10
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VaderLVR64 Title: Fan Fic Manager in Combat Boots Registered: Feb '04	Date Posted: 7/24/07 6:44am Subject: RE: A New Beginning...A Shmi Skywalker short story...Updated 07/24/07
	Loved the growing friendship between these two. “But he’s out there helping people,” Nyla continued, resting her head on Shmi’s shoulder. “That brings me great comfort.” “Can’t you visit him?” “No,” Nyla replied. “The Jedi don’t allow contact with families.” Shmi’s eyes widened in shock. “I’m sure it’s for the best,” Nyla added. “Jedi never know where they will be sent, who they have to help and they must be neutral with everybody.” “It still sounds cruel,” Shmi replied. “Children need their parents.” “What could I have given him?” Nyla argued. “It was months before I was released from the hospital, confined to this chair and my husband was dead. I could no longer work or save the money to send him to the academy.” She shook her head. “No, I did the right thing. The Jedi will give my son a new family and a purpose for his life.” “Perhaps you will meet again,” Shmi offered. Nyla smiled gratefully. “Perhaps,” she breathed. “But for now we must focus on your young one’s future.” Shmi glanced down at her still flat stomach. Life for most citizens of Fondor was a future condemned to working in the factories that made up it’s economy, an honest but back breaking way of life. “You have a very special destiny,” she whispered softly. Shmi didn’t know how or why, but she somehow knew with every fiber of her being that this child had a very special destiny ahead of him or her. Lovely, simply lovely! -----signature----- Someone who loves me carries an M16. My baby boy wears combat boots.
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DarthBerryStraw Registered: Mar '07	Date Posted: 7/24/07 10:56am Subject: RE: A New Beginning...A Shmi Skywalker short story...Updated 07/24/07
	“Now,” Nyla continued, her tone softening. “Have you eaten since breakfast?” “No, I was just finishing -,” “You’re eating for two,” Nyla scolded. “And you know Dr. Orunitia recommended small snacks in between meals,” she turned her hoverchair around, heading into the kitchen. “You sit right there and I’ll get you some Gunji fruit.” Shmi needs a friend like Nyla in her life, otherwise she'd never slow down. Nyla seems like a wonderful friend to Shmi. Great chapter! -----signature----- “I MAY BE A HOGWARTS STUDENT….” Hargirid paused angrily. “BUT I AM ALSO A SATANIST!” - ... Tara UDCS: Of All the Witty Titles http://boards.theforce.net/before_the_saga/b10475/29095691/p1/?7
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emerald54 Registered: Apr '07	Date Posted: 7/24/07 6:41pm Subject: RE: A New Beginning...A Shmi Skywalker short story...Updated 07/24/07
	Nyla reminds me of my sister, always forcing me to slow down when I forget about myself. As for children needing their parents, I've always wondered how Anakin would have turned out if he had never been seperated from his mother. Thanks for the PM, and wonderful post. -----signature----- “Ideas are like rabbits. You get a couple and learn how to handle them, and pretty soon you have a dozen.” - John Steinbeck
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Kestrel_Kenobi Registered: Sep '05	Date Posted: 7/25/07 3:28pm Subject: RE: A New Beginning...A Shmi Skywalker short story...Updated 07/24/07
	I'm glad Shmi has found a friend in Nyla. “How did your son become a Jedi?” “The Jedi are always looking for Force sensitive children,” Nyla began. “They do some sort of test on babies to tell if they have the ability. Soryn and I didn’t have our son tested right away,” she explained. “We wanted to raise him and send him to the Republic Academy or something like that but after my accident…I couldn’t..couldn’t care for him so I had the Jedi come and test him.” Nyla didn’t stop the tears from falling down her cheeks. “It was the hardest decision I’ve ever made and I know it was the right decision but I miss him,” she cried. Very sad. - touching. I wonder who her son is? Lovely update Kelia - I look forward to the next post. -----signature----- I had a baby girl! July '08! Proud Padawan to the elusive Jennifer_Lyn! Together again... http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0443701/
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Nienna_Narmolanya Registered: Jul '05	Date Posted: 7/26/07 7:56am Subject: RE: A New Beginning...A Shmi Skywalker short story...Updated 07/24/07
	Aww! I really like this, Kelia! I love how you've captured Shmi here - her haunted past, her shock at being pregnant, and her acceptance and love for the unborn child. I'm so glad that nice doctor found her and gave her another chance at life, and Nyla's amazing. I wonder if we've met Nyla's son before... Lovely, Kelia! Please PM me when you update! -----signature----- "It is difficult to say what is impossible, for the dream of yesterday is the hope of today and the reality of tomorrow." - Robert Goddard The Padawan Chronicles - http://boards.theforce.net/before_the_saga/b10475/27250281/p1/?54
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Tahi Registered: Jun '02	Date Posted: 8/4/07 7:55pm Subject: RE: A New Beginning...A Shmi Skywalker short story...Updated 07/24/07
	Ooh - what a great update. There are quite a few little potential connections that you hinted at - like the ginger-haired son who became a Jedi (I'm making some guesses at who he is) and also how Shmi gets to hear about the emotional cost of sending your child off to the Jedi. I'm wondering if that's going to come into play later if she realises that her son is Force sensitive. What a lovely woman Nyla is. Interesting point about how the slave women were an easy prey for over-sexed employers!! Poor things. Very curious to see what happens next. -----signature----- Monsters of the Id http://boards.theforce.net/beyond_the_saga/b10477/29522013/p1/?0 Many Happy Returns http://boards.theforce.net/beyond_the_saga/b10477/11018706/p1/?2118 new post 12/11 Master to THE_PIED_PIPER
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KELIA Title: The Pretty In Pink Fan Fic Manager Registered: Jul '05	Date Posted: 8/21/07 4:29am Subject: RE: A New Beginning...A Shmi Skywalker short story...Updated 07/24/07 - Date Edited: 8/21/07 4:30am (2 edits total) Edited By: KELIA
	VaderLVR64 – loved the growing friendship between these two Thank you. I really wanted to give Shmi a good friend and support system for the upcoming months. DarthBerryStraw – Shmi needs a friend like Nyla in her life, otherwise she'd never slow down Absolutely. Shmi has grown so accustomed to working and ignoring her needs, she definitely needed someone to help her take it easy for a change. emerald54 – Nyla reminds me of my sister, always forcing me to slow down when I forget about myself. A very important thing for all of us to do. I've always wondered how Anakin would have turned out if he had never been seperated from his mother. Me too Kestrel_Kenobi – I'm glad Shmi has found a friend in Nyla. Shmi definitely needs Nyla in her life. I wonder who her son is? Why he’s a Jedi, of course I think the secret will be out after this update Nienna_Narmolanya – I love how you've captured Shmi here[.i] Thank you [i]I wonder if we've met Nyla's son before I’m glad you’re enjoying the story and you are on the PM list. Tahi – There are quite a few little potential connections that you hinted at Yep, I like to keep the readers guessing What a lovely woman Nyla is Thank you – I’m glad you like the character. -----signature----- "Do or do not, there is no try." Master Yoda A Light In The Darkness: