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Ahhhhhhh they are just absolutely perfect thank you so much and such a huge choice as well. I'm so lucky I can't choose! Haha! I think I'll alternate, thank you so much I adore the one of Rachel and Harry as well, the lighting is just beautiful! And the ones by Jack's grave to; I love the different contrasts. Thank you so much Zetti

Can any of you beautiful people do me an avatar? I'd love to update my one to include Harry in it so wondered if any of you would be able to do me one from Tachel's last episode when Tony agrees to go to America and they kiss and Harry's looking at them? I'd be most grateful Ariana-tithe - those avs are just stunning! The colouring is beautiful and if I could bear to part from Tachel I would definetely have loved to steal one

I agree with you Red; I find them really uncomfortable to watch. I just can't get used to them both together.

Aww Carina, you're so lovely thank you so much. And callyha that's really sweet. Trust me you're a brilliant writer though, it's easier to criticise your own work and you usually find faults where no-one else reading it does. Sabrina and Red Ranger to thank you so much for your comments, I wasn't sure whether to post it but I'm glad I did now just to know a few people enjoyed it. I did wonder if people might not read it because they thought it was the same as the contest RR1, perhaps I should have made a note in the title but I'm glad you all read and enjoyed so thank you so much

Thank you so so much Carina, your reply really made me smile You're so so king thank you so much. Without your comments it would have been very lonely in here! The word count definetely wasn't enough but I think a part of me feels it worked better as a one shot without them finding him. However I love Tachel too much to do that to them Thank you again! xxx

That's just stunning colouring Jen! You've really adapted the lighting to suit the mood of the av - they're all beautiful!

Carina that was such a beautiful story, I'm so please you've posted this as a one shot, hopefully you'll get the good comments you deserve for it! It was so nice to see how different things could have been if Belle didn't have cancer in the show. I loved how you didn't make it a strictly gushy happily ever after, fairytale sort of happiness but spoke about the difficulties they could have gone through with Belle's past drug misuse and her miscarriage. It was so sad but sensitively portrayed and the ending with a hint of hope was a really bittersweet way to conclude your story. Aden was so lovely, I love the way you wrote him supporting Belle and went through the different time phases. Beautiful Really well done! xxx

Thanks for the comment I'll send you the link for it when it's all done, it's going to included a pictorial 'story of Tachel' so will help fill in the gaps for everything you've missed. It's lovely to see new Tony&Rachel fans The fish episode is episode 4914...it's very cute! Enjoy

Hi all Tachel fans! Thank you all for your contributions towards the Tachel features, there's loads of brilliant stuff that's been sent over. I'm going to start putting this together and getting the wheels into motion now so this is a last message for those who'd like to contribute either with new material or if they've written Tachel fanfics, made Tachel artwork or created Tachel music videos etc in the past then please send me the link so I can collect it into one place. You will of course all be credited! I do miss our Tachel chats, even those who weren't fans! Thank you all for your reasonings as well and top 5 moments etc, it will all be used in the feature

Woowie they're so so beautiful Barbara! Sorry it's taken me so long to comment but all of your icons are just amazing! The cropping is fantastic and I love how you've merged two pictures together so flawlessly. And can I also give a special mention to the av you did for QA, it's just.......perfect So beautiful, the colouring is so warm and vibrant and the crop and cap is just beautiful

Oh wow Kirsty! That was in incredible end to an absolutely amazing story...I'm so sad it's over Where to start? I loved how you left a bit of a gap in time and filled in the gaps with flashbacks. It added more depth to the story as we still learnt everything that had happened but there was no waffle and it left me constantly wondering what had happened with Emily and how Michael was coping. One of the most brilliant things I think you did was the portrayal of Tony and Rachel's relationship. The way you've written it you can tell how much their relationship has developed, how much Rachel trusts and leans upon Tony and when contrasting it with her relationship with Mark at the beginning of the story Rachel's like a completely different person. I don't know how you did it but well done for that! I loved the way you wrote tiny details such as Rachel's anguish over what to wear. She couldn't wear black because it wasn't what Emily wanted but she couldn't wear something outrageous because in her grief it didn't seem right..that was a really sensitive minute detail which added a lot of depth to Rachel's character and how she's coping with losing Emily. I love how you've shown how close they became in her final days. It's great for both of them that they had each other to lean on and very natural I think; they're the only people who understand exactly what each other went through and as much as I'm sure Tony and Michael tried their best to support them it wouldn't be the same as having each other. As devastating as it is for Rachel as I think she felt like she let Emily down I think it was a good thing that she wasn't there when Emily passed away; it was right that Michael was by her side and I'm sure Rachel would have found herself feeling really helpless being the person she is. You put in a really interesting perspective from Tony which although only a line held so much impact for the way he was coping with watching Rachel go through. It seems he was concerned about how close Rachel and Emily had become and I think it's understandable he would feel like that; hopefully Rachel can move on now and know that Emily got to do everything she wanted to before she passed away. Really good little snippet from Dan/Leah. It's sad he's spent all of that time worrying when he should have just been honest in the first place - it was nice how they resolved it though and I guess seeing what Emily's had to go through recently and Rachel it put everything into perspective for them. I loved the ending, it was really happy and hopeful and I loved how you left it open for people to decide what happened next but still tied up loose ends. I'm so excited for Rachel and Tony, they truly do deserve all the happiness and it's lovely they found each other. Loved Tony's reaction to the idea of Rachel being pregnant Beautiful end to a beautiful story; can't wait to read anymore you have planned in the future!

Aww that was such a happy, lovely chapter. It's so great that Mark has been convicted for what he did to Rachel and Emily - it was so brave of Emily for what she did. Risking her life like that and standing up in court especially considering what she's going through. I adored the Leah/Rachel scene and just the general lightheartedness; how they're just being girly and having fun and Leah's teasing her about Tony It's sweet that Tony's being patient with her and taking things slowly as well although it looks like that's about to end going by the last scene It's so lovely to see how Rachel finally feels that she can move on with her life now and put everything that Mark did to her behind her, with the support of Tony. It was lovely to just see them mucking about and seeing Rachel so carefree and relaxed. It's such a change to how she was at the beginning. I loved the line of Tony teasing her about eating so much as well! And how she managed to make him quickly regret saying it! Such a beautiful chapter I absolutely cannot wait for the next one!

Wow thank you thank you thank you, your comments are all so complimentary and lovely thank you so much! I tried to give every one of my regular reviewers something they would enjoy so I hope I was able to do that for you all! Your comments all throughout have meant so much to me and been really encouraging to keep me writing. JarliefanEver, Suzanne, Hannah-K, Crazylazy, Freckleface, Kitkat1992, Katie343, Callyha, Ashleyjane, Chipsferryroxmisox, Laura158, Charlene2009, Zetti To all of you, whether you commented once, twice or a few times; just knowing that you were reading and enjoying and took the time to write a comment always made me smile. Reading a new name was always so nice to see as I felt that it meant new people were reading and enjoying it and I loved being able to see what parts people particularly enjoyed or what style of writing. So thank you to each and every one of you. I wanted to write a personal message to the next few people as they consistently wrote comments on my story and kept encouraging me. TachelHolden Little Brown! Even though you didn't comment on every chapter I've had PMs from you about how excited you were for the next update which always made me smile! I know it hasn't been the easiest fic for you but I hope you enjoyed it fellow Tachel fan! Dannii Thank you so much for the support you gave to my story, particularly during the beginning few chapters when I was really nervous and worried that people wouldn't like it. I'm sorry I broke Changelo up But I hope you still enjoyed it all the same and thank you once again! Barbara Thank you so much for your constant support Barbara and I hope there was enough J&M in there for you; us fans of departed loved couples have to stick together hehe! A special thank you for the amazing review you gave of about 12 of my chapters all in one post; I can't tell you how amazed I was that you would take the time to go back to each one and comment on it; it must have taken you so long. Thank you so much! I hope you enjoy my next fic which will; of course; have J&M in! Red Ranger You've been a faithful reader right from the first post until the last and I can't tell you how grateful I am for the consistent support. You would always pick out the bits you most enjoyed and that was really helpful for me when writing future chapters. Thank you so much for taking the time to write something with each post, I really hope you enjoy my next one! If there's any particular characters you'd like to see let me know as I'd be happy to write them in as a thank you Carina I wanted to write a special thank you to you not just because of your amazing, consistent support but also because you reviewed each and every time even though it wasn't an Adelle centred fic which I know are of course your favourite! You were always so encouraging and enthusiastic and I hope you enjoyed the Adelle surprise I put in as a way of giving something back to you. Kirsty I've left you until last because you're super special hehe! Thank you so so so much to my most supportive reader; you always wrote such a huuuuuge review pointing out special quotes or paragraphs you enjoyed and it helped so much and made me feel like all the hours I put in writing the fic was worthwhile because it was being enjoyed by others. Your opinion is what matters the most to me when I'm writing these stories and you've been so supportive all the way through; encouraging me even when I thought what I'd written was utter rubbish. So thank you so so so much You're the best! Edit: Oh and thank you to the mods for keeping my fic here just until I got a chance to thank everybody. I hope everyone will follow me to my next fic which I'll be posting shortly!

They're really beautiful! I love your colouring and cropping. Makes me miss the 'good old days!!!!'

Hehe! It's more personal that way I think as well

Could you not just print off your favourite picture of her to ask her to sign??

Well isn't H&A boring without our Tachel and Harry? Just a note to those who weren't aware; we're going to put together a little something for Tachel's departure so if you'd like to contribute towards it with words, artwork, fanfics or anything else you'd like then PM me

Matticus they are beeeeeeautiful, wow you're so good at this! The colouring is gorgeous and I particularly love the Tachel (of course ) and the Indi/Romeo. My particular favourites are the split Tachel icon with 'you are my sunshine' and the way the one of them on the bed is slightly tilted I thought that was really clever. The 'shut up and kiss me' Indi/Romeo one is lovely to. I'm sure I'll be back to steal one at some point if that's okay; I just can't decide my favourite one yet!

It's an amazing site! You've done a fantastic job well done! Looks like so much hard work has gone into it!

I loved that chapter!!! So beautiful - really pleased Charlie's doing so well, I hope that nothing goes wrong in the next chapter Tony staying up for Rachel was really sweet, I love the little bit you're doing with them and thought it was hilarious when he said her tea was in the kettle and to get him one while she was up

Thank you so much RR, it's great how many people have contributed to this! Describe a few memorable pre-Tachel scenes that are worthy of mentioning. The first time I remember thinking something could happen between them is when Julie got a little crush on Tony. Rachel and Julie were having coffee in the diner and Tony came in and asked to start up their movie nights together (so gutted we never saw those) and Rachel seemed to be excited about it and Julie suspected something going on which Rachel denied and said "were just friends." There was also the scene when Tony was bashed and in hospital and Rachel and him had a talk comparing their respective losses and how they were going through similar things although Rachel said his was far worse and she wasn't coping as well as she was making out. I remember another when Jack was in hospital I think (again) and Rachel came in with Lewis and saw Tony was sad and went over to him and comforted him and reassured him Jack would be okay. I remember screaming at her in my head to leave Lewis and go with Tony! Finally the one which really made me aww was when Tony offered to walk Rachel to her car or take her to work when she was getting the stalker messages and Sally commented on how chivalry wasn't dead and it was just brushed aside. I think the writers did a good job of putting little hints in uring the latter half of 2007, even if it wasn't intentional to set up a relationship; it showed they had a good friendship. Tony comforting Rachel after her attack from Rev Hall - that was definetely the start of the 'spark' and made me seriously think wow - those two could work. When do you think that you saw that first Tachel spark when they weren’t a couple yet? Tony comforting Rachel after her attack from Rev Hall - that was definetely the start of the 'spark' and made me seriously think wow - those two could work. Just the way in that he was the first person she called (and I assume she rang his mobile seeing as she asked if he was home!) and how he stayed ages in the hospital just outside and looked after her by trying to settle her and calm her down. And finally the way she tried to be strong and just broke down in front of him. What were your favourite and least favourite Tachel storylines? Oh my goodness, this is going to take forever. Some of my favourites have to be the monumental episodes; the proposal (both of them, particularly the second as it was thoughtful, meaningful after what they'd been through and so much thought had gone into it. And it was totally unexpected!) Also the wedding, Harry's birth, them trying for a baby and finally getting pregnant (although I thought it was over far too quick.) I actually really enjoyed the Belinda storyline for some reason; I sympathised with both of them and could really feel the hurt and pain Rachel was experiencing. And I think her willingness to let him have an affair if that's what he needed to do to cope with Jack's death despite how much it hurt her made a real statement about how much she loved him and was at a loss of how to help him. Plus I loved that passionate argument - it was fiery! I also like RR, loved the whole build up to them getting together; the nerves (particularly on Tony's part) when he asked her out; the shy smiles at each other and Martha trying to persuade Tony to 'woo her' and also the date; their little take-away smooch on the couch and them finally finding time to be alone. It was just a really light, fun storyline for them both and really made me wonder why it had taken so long for them to be together. Jack's death was handled pretty perfectly I thought and really tested their relationship and I also loved the postnatal depression storyline. As difficult and sometimes frustrating as it was to see things look like they've been resolved then have Rachel not coping again; it's the reality of the illness and the acting was pretty incredible. Tony's selflessness and supportiveness amazed me; he had every right to be angry at Rachel in the shock of the moment but instead he just blamed himself for not noticing it earlier and letting her suffer. Least favourite were most recently the boxing storyline. It was dreadful, they both acted like a pair of teenagers and it was pretty obvious the writers didn't know what to do with them so just had them keep disagreeing on it to give them something to do. The only good thing that came out of it was (1) that scene with Harry staring in amazement at his fingers and having a giggling fit with Rachel and (2) I actually found the times when they weren't talking and so instead communicated through Harry - it was pretty funny. "Harry tell your Daddy that if he's going to act like a 5 year old then so am I" and "Harry mate just....never get married." Also the way the Olympic Cliffhanger was done was pretty dreadful - it actually had potential unlike the boxing storyline but the way that Tony believed she'd ran off despite her laptop still being plugged in, the door being open etc was pretty far fetched. And also apart from as Kirsty calls it the squishy hug which I loved - the way Tony didn't even ask if Rachel was oaky after her ordeal and instead just focused on his own self pity drove me insane! I liked that they had some time apart though - it gave them a real chance to evaulate their relationship. Mention a few of your favourite Tachel quotes. Rachel on Tony’s feud with John: “There are two idiots in this and I’m married to one of them.” - I forgot that one, thank you RR, so funny! Tony: "I just don't wanna let you down again Rach." Rachel: "You never let me down. Everything I throw at you you keep coming back for more." Rachel: "What are you going to do - ask him to step outside and settle it like gentlemen" Tony: "And that's funny why?" It was Tony's expression that made it for me. (And the kiss on the head but hey I'm not that shallow ) Tony whilst Rachel is kissing him: "Ouch" Rachel: "Oh sorry, sorry" Tony: "that doesn't mean I want you to stop. Just be careful." Rachel: "There's Airlie Beach" Tony: "And that ones Airlie Beach" *Rachel nods* Tony: And that one's Airlie Beach oh and look so is that one. Rachel: "Alright, alright so maybe I went a little overboard on the photos." Tony: "To Harry you're just his beautiful mother." Tony: "I have lost too many people in my life and I do not want to lose you" and Rachel: "I'm just so lost" Tony: "Hey it's alright. I'm here for you." I think all the others have been mentioned; I could be here all day. Describe your favourite Tachel scenes with and without Harry. In two years together it's quite difficult to pick them all out so I guess I'll do a top five like Kirsty. Without Harry 1.The booty slap in the hospital after Tony found out he could have kids after all and them trying to plan when they could start the baby making. It was so fun and unexpected for Tony to get that kinky in a hospital corridor! 2.I really liked the scene in the episode after the wedding when Rachel's upset by everything thats happened and obviously blaming herself for Belle's collapse and Tony comes along and she just falls into his arms and he's stroking her back. No words were needed for that scene but their actions just said it all. 3.When Tony bought the baby booties and gave them to Rachel, telling her she was going to make a beautiful mother and assuring her he would be okay after she had doubts about him having the op incase something went wrong. I think she'd been so excited about the idea that she forgot Tony would have to have an operation and when she realised the implications, she panicked. It shows how much she loved him and how he was paramount to her, not necessarily having children the traditional way. 4.Tony first feeling the baby kick - it was the first time we'd seen him smile that much since Jack had died and I thought it was just a beautiful scene; you saw how much it meant to both of them and Rachel's fears were alleviated (for another half an episode.) It was just a lovely, happy bonding scene and stuck out from the mess that was going on around them. 5.When Tony asked Martha if they could get married at the farm and they're both hugging each other and smiling, it's just really happy and exciting. There are of course others like the wedding, proposals etc but I've tried to pick out ones which are less obvious. Oh and I can't forget the one where Rachel tends to Tony's wounds after his fight with John and despite not agreeing with it you can tell she's pretty proud that he claims he won and they had a much awaited for Tachel fluff moment! Can I have 6? With Harry: 1. The 'fish' scene. Everyone knows what one that is; I think it was the first time they both spoke to him, I loved the playful banter and it was a nice family moment that stood out (again) from the mess going on around. It was really cute (if you forget that Jane was peeking through the bushes at the time.) 2.The no dialogue needed scene of them lying on the bed after they get Harry back from his 'take after Mummy' kidnapping. It was so beautiful; Rachel was just really happy and proud, stroking Tony's knee and it was nice that they could forget all their tension and just be together. And to see the bonding between Tony and Harry; both poking their tongues out at each other. So cute. 3. Rachel trying to feed Harry and Tony suggesting the choo choo train. Again just a nice, normal family moment and Harry's little personality all the way through just shone; his eyes widening in amazement when he saw his fingers moving and his giggling fit at the end was adorable. 4.The scene where Tachel aren't talking at the diner and instead communicating through Harry was so funny. Made it hard to be angry about the boxing storyline at that moment in time. 5.The scene on the beach when Tony apologised for keeping their financial troubles from her and kissed Harry's head, asking if there were any good waves. I remember him saying that he just wanted to support Rachel and Harry (something like that) and it was just really nice. Again I want a 6th sorry; the scene where Rachel's struggling to comfort Harry and doubting her own abilities as a Mum and Tony just picks him up, settles him and assures Rachel that things will fall into place once they get themselves back into a routine and being a happy little family again. And then they both gaze at Harry. So sweet! Oh oh and the scene where Rachel tells Tony it's a false economy if he runs himself into the ground at work to save money and Tony asks Harry if he got bigger today and Rachel kisses him. Sorry thats 7...I'll stop now. Which was your favourite Harry? Please mention the name of the actor or a scene/storyline that he was involved in. I think my favourite would have to be Matthew Lewis (which is what I assume his name to be although the wrong babies were being credited all the times so who knows) just because he had the most personality out of all the babies; his little face melted my heart and he was the one with the infamous giggling fit. Plus I loved that he was the last Harry used in their final scene together. I also did love Caden Paul as well though, as RR said I think he was the one that lasted the longest timespan and was used right when he was a tiny baby so I loved the continuity out that and remember his little smile in the surf club at his Daddy And again I loved he was used a lot in their final episode together. What will you miss most about the Holden family? So many things! Mainly that they were a beautiful family who showed all the normal sides of family life; the mundane and the fights and the difficulties that come with it; I think a lot of people could relate to that. But also not just as a family but as individual characters; Tony and Rachel were unique I think it what they brought to the show, the history and the relationships they had, the way they would have their own issues personally but would always be there for others and had built up that trust with all the Bay members. Plus they were both incredible actors and even when the storylines left a lot to be desired; their performances never faltered and they made the best out of what they had. They were unique in that they'd never broken up once during their whole relationship together and I'm not sure many other couples on the show can say that? If you could re-write any Tachel scene, which would it be and how would it play out? Seems like an obvious answer but the one after the Olympic Cliffhanger for sure would be my top one. I just wanted Tony to ask how she was at least and brush aside everything else and I'd also have liked to have seen him have some animosity towards Aden for what he did to his fiancee. Are there any storylines which you think could/should have been written for Tachel? Seeing Tony play the hero and saving Rachel in some format would have been nice I'd liked to have seen them maybe deal with the idea of having another child, if she got pregnant unexpectedly or suffered a miscarriage. They tended to stay away from dramatic storylines the majority of the time but it might have been interesting to see one of them become ill and see how they coped. If you were given the chance to let the writers know how you felt about the writing of this couple, what would you say to them? Firstly thank you so much for putting them together; I never considered it myself and wondered why it hadn't happened before when it did! The writing the majority of the time was great; they were portrayed consistently to be a couple who worked through all their issues no matter what, a mature pairing who dealt with the more realistic issues that affect people in every day life. I do however think that towards the end though the show gave up on them and continuity of character went out of the window in place of just giving them something to do to fill their work quota. It was pretty dreadful. But I'm grateful for the time we had with them so thank you. Any parting words that you would like to express in regards to Tachel? I think my long answers to these questions have said everything I need to say. I absolutely loved this couple and am really sad to see them go; I think the show will really miss what they had to offer in terms of being a proper family unit and the acting skills that Amy and Jon had and the material they produced. but every good thing must come to an end and so all I can do is reflect back on the good times we had with them and be thankful for everything we were given. And be sad that there's nothing left for me in H&A anymore

Sarcasm isn't very easy to get across on here I like to exaggerate! I'm looking forward to seeing Amy's performance in Packed To The Rafters, I'm interested in what sort of character she'll play. And her curly hair is back!

It was ridiculous! His relationship with Rachel was meant to be really controversial but looking at them, it was clear he wasn't really that much younger and therefore I never could buy into the scandal. I don't think that helped when I was really angry at him for denying his wife a child because he wanted to 'be a kid.' I kept forgetting that he actually was one. Being about three foot taller than her didn't help either!