Summary: The school bus accident has affected both Johnny and the bus driver in ways that may change their lives forever. Has the seasoned paramedic allowed this incident to push him over the edge? Away from career and friends? Johnny must come to terms with the loss of one young girl, or risk losing his … Continue reading . . . You Don’t Cross The Line (by Jane) A sequel to If Only…
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If Only . . . (by Jane)
Summary: Johnny is running late for work when he ends up stuck behind a school bus. The resulting situation reminds him of how the simplest of choices or decisions can change a person's life, and he's left wondering: if only . . . Category: Emergency! Genre: Medical Drama Rated: G Word Count: 4836 The … Continue reading If Only . . . (by Jane)
Dear Joe (by Jane)
Summary: A worried father writes to his wounded son. But will Joe ever get to read the letter? Category: Bonanza Genre: Western Rated: G Word Count: 2957 Dear Joe, I’m sure you will wonder why I’m writing this letter. Be assured, … Continue reading Dear Joe (by Jane)
The Fever (by Jane)
Summary: To keep this Little Joe safe and yet not still the fire within was Ben's constant challenge. Category: Bonanza Genre: Western Rated: PG Word Count: 6137 With a sigh, Ben pushed open the front door. It had been a long day and he was bone tired. But as he unbuckled his … Continue reading The Fever (by Jane)
The Intruders (by Jane)
Summary: Unexpected company arrive at the Ponderosa. Category: Bonanza Genre: Western Rated: PG Word Count: 11,235 Joe whistled happily as he rode towards the ranch. It was an unexpected turn of events that led to his freedom so early in the day. His teacher, Mrs. Judson had tripped and fell during the … Continue reading The Intruders (by Jane)
A String of Bad Luck (by Jane)
Summary: Joe is having a bad day. Category: Bonanza Genre: Western Rated: PG Word Count: 6972 Joe knew he was falling, felt himself slip, then tumble to the ground below. A hoarse yell escaped his lips as he landed with a loud thump. Eyes blinking slowly, he realized his hands were still holding … Continue reading A String of Bad Luck (by Jane)
Lost at Sea (by Jane)
Summary: A tragedy befalls the Cartwright family. Category: Bonanza Genre: Western Rated: PG Word Count: 33,675 The frigid seawaters circled around Joe and relentlessly pulled at him with its icy fingers. How long could he hold on? It seemed like days since he had been sitting in the cabin with Pa, but in reality, … Continue reading Lost at Sea (by Jane)
A Man Alone (by Jane)
Summary: Every parent's worst nightmare. Category: Bonanza Genre: Western Rated: PG Word Count: 15,183 “Well, Adam, what do you think?” “I think . . .” Adam Cartwright studied the timbers overhead, then shook his head for at least the tenth time. He couldn’t understand how the mine owners had let things get so … Continue reading A Man Alone (by Jane)
Inside the Mine (by Jane)
Summary: This is a companion piece to ‘A Man Alone.’ It is dedicated to all the readers who begged for a little more information about the Cartwright boys who were trapped . . Category: Bonanza Genre: Western Rated: PG Word Count: 9863 At the sound of his brother’s laughter, Adam Cartwright looked up from … Continue reading Inside the Mine (by Jane)
Thanks, Brother! (by Jane)
Summary: Adam’s thoughts during the episode ‘Honor of Cochise’. Category: Bonanza Genre: Western Rated: PG Word Count: 5653 ‘He’s just a kid!!’ One part of my brain is screaming that fact, while the other part simply accepts that he’s not. Not really. He’s a man. A young man, no doubt, but a … Continue reading Thanks, Brother! (by Jane)