At about six o’clock, a car pulled into the drive and Tracy ran to the window, just to see who it was. Once she saw her father get out of his car, a smile on his lips, she raced for the door. She flung it open and jumped out, leaping into William’s arms. “Daddy!!!”

“True, but I still miss you.”

Edited by DJkauf

Tracy returns and this time, they meet Molly at the courthouse about the restraining order. The ratings are up for threats and violence

Impetus
By: LightofFury

Synopsis: Ted has always sat on the sidelines until he finds the impetus to be something more than a bystander.

James and I had been doing more role playing lately as a way for him to get to know his softer side a bit more. Jasmine shad been out of the house a few times and I was hopeful that she would be ready to spend more time out together, rather than hiding in the shadows of dark restaurants, then rushing to the car and home.

Bikini Beach: The Runaway Part 2/3
Ib12us

A young boy has run away from home. Breaking into Bikini Beach in search of food, he is caught trespassing in the morning and given a week's worth of community service. Why did he run away in the first place? Something has prevented Grandmother and Anya from seeing his past. Maybe a detective who is the great grandson of someone from Grandmothers past can help unravel the mystery.

The author is grateful for the help, ideas and editing done by ElrodW. Without his help and support, this story may not have been possible.

Introduction: Well, our heroes are off on the great adventure that they so longed for. The only trouble is that it really isn't much fun. In fact, the first year in any US military academy is hell. Now, they are going to find out just what sort of hell they've gotten themselves into. Right off the start they meet Cadet Caldwell who seems to have a vendetta going against Matt and the others.

The other novels in this story in the order they were written are: The Heart of the Beholder, The Narragansett Fork, Musetta's Waltz, Who is Sylvia, Five Love Stories en Brochette, The Redhead and the PM, and St. George and the Dragon.

Author’s Note: A big tank you to djkauf for editing. Now time to see if I have luck posting with the way the site has been up and down.

In this chapter Drustina's ideas about defeating the Vikings out on the sea before they can land, are proven to work.

The young Prince Andrar finally wins his spurs. He comes of age quickly as he learns that war is not some glorious adventure but a frightening, dirty, dangerous business.

Bikini Beach: News Hound

By: LightofFury

Synopsis: Hank Riley gets an anonymous tip to check out Bikini Beach. Men go in but they don’t come out. Soon Hank learns all about the park first hand.

Story concept and editing thanks to ElrodW. I am very thankful for his help.

Dottie’s Dare - A Jaci and Dottie story

Introduction: From the seven stories preceding this one in the California Saga we know quite a bit about the O'Donnell family, the Essegians and all of their friends (and enemies). One person has been missing in these stories. Well not exactly missing; however, his story has been pretty much overlooked, not that it should have been. What do we know about Matthew (Matt) O'Donnell? We know that he is the youngest son of Mike and Jo O'Donnell. We know that he married the youngest daughter of George and Mindy Essegian. And we know from something his father said shortly after the death of his mother that he was a hero.

Well, how did Matt O'Donnell become a hero? This is that story. This is also a story about two childhood friends who dreamed of going to the Air Force Academy, becoming fighter pilots, and enjoying all the adventures that fighter pilots are known to have. There is a problem though, and if that problem ever becomes known, one of the friend's dreams of flying in the Air Force will come crashing to earth.

This story roughly parallels The Redhead and the PM as far as the time frame is concerned. Real life is a slow process for most of us, and this story is no exception. Yes, someone transitions, but it doesn't happen overnight. This is a love story. One couple knew about their love early on. The first few chapters explore how that love developed and grew. As for the other couple, their love remains hidden. One party has known about it for a long time. As far as the other party is concerned - well, I guess you're just going to have to read the story to find out.

This story is dedicated to the memories of Sgt. John L. Levitow, USAF, Medal of Honor recipient whose actions inspired part of this story, all the other Medals of Honor recipients who gave so much, and 1Lt Stephen Craig Moreland whose C-130 was shot down in Kham Duc Special Forces Camp (A-105), Quang, South Viet Nam on May 12, 1968 while attempting to rescue embattled soldiers. His remains and those of his fellow crew members were not recovered for nearly 30 years. Steve was a classmate of mine in junior and senior high school.

This story is also dedicated to Holly Hart whose proofing and editorial skills definitely helped me be a better writer. I know I learned quite a bit from her over these last few years, and I'm pretty sure she helped me become a better writer. Thank you, Holly

The other novels in this story in the order they were written are: The Heart of the Beholder, The Narragansett Fork, Musetta's Waltz, Who is Sylvia, Five Love Stories en Brochette, The Redhead and the PM, and St. George and the Dragon.

zzzzzzz... huh... Gway!

Yeah right like anyone is remotely interested in Ashley!

Fantoccini’s Feline
By Paul Calhoun

A certain someone mentioned that I don't do sweet/sentimental/positive sex scenes. Simple answer to that: it's usually my clients who want the hardcore stuff and I like to go the discreet path in my more upbeat work. However, I figured Kelly and Reg getting together was a really special occasion, so enjoy some sex scenes in which everyone is happy, knows who the partner is and is having a blast.

Kelly gets the Blue Fairy Treatment and we have spoilers/foreshadowing for the Allie series.