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Monday, April 30, 2007
Hi all. Ilene here, going for the turkey (for those of you who don't get
the bowling reference, that's three in a row). It seems Zero is having
connectivity issues so I'm putting in some extra time. Perhaps spring is
finally sprung for the last time here in the States so enjoy while you can.
- Candid
Conversations by Bobbie Stewart on Merwolf's Academy of Bards
[classic/alt/complete]
Gabrielle is upset at something. Its only been a few days since Xena took an
arrow and was forced to stay with Darius and his children. And Xena wonders
if maybe the young woman is upset at the choice she made or something else.
So she does a very un-Xena-like thing and tries to talk to her about it.
Sunday, April 29, 2007
Hi all. Ilene here, once again. I guess you can say I'm doing penance for
misspelling a couple of items yesterday. File away, never goof on the boss'
name! Sorry for the lateness of this update, but I crashed last night. The
computer was fine, I was not. I woke up in time to go to sleep! Enjoy the
stories and the rest of your weekend.
- Spoilt
by IseQween on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [classic/alt/complete]
The spirit Tataka gets more than she bargained for when she takes possession
of Gabrielle in the fourth season episode DEVI.
- My
Dance With the Devil by IseQween on Merwolf's Academy of Bards
[classic/alt/complete]
Reflections based on a pivotal scene from the sixth season's HEART OF
DARKNES, with reference to events throughout the series.
- Echoes
of the Past by J. M. Dragon and Erin O'Rielly on Merwolf's Academy of
Bards (orig)
Added part 4
Saturday, April 28, 2007
Hi all. Ilene here. If you get the chance, let's all send good vibes to
Heartbrknd. Having gone back and gotten a degree while working myself, I
know how daunting a task she has set for herself. Daunting yes, but never a
bad decision in my book!
- Snowball
Effect Kim Pritekel on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [alt, original]
What happens when you're snowed in at work during a blizzard with a gorgeous
woman you can't stand?
- Cage
Undone by Roselle Graskey on Merwolf's Academy of Bards
Added part 5
- Birdie
III The Nightmare by Onesockbard on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [alt]
Added part 4
- Echoes
of the Past by J.M. Dragon and Erin O'Rielly on The Athenaeum [alt,
original]
Added part 4
- Birdie's
Song III The Nightmare by Onesockbard on The Athenaeum [alt]
conclusion
- Imperfect
by Fanofthehearts on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [alt]
Takes place right after the camera fades in Past Imperfect. Very short fic
about what we didn't see.
Thursday, April 26, 2007
Ok I am actually nervous about starting school. But otherwise its just
another day in paradise.
- Returning
to the Scene by Mary Griggs on The Athenaeum [alt, original]
Sometimes a search for closure can lead to a second chance.
- To Find
What Was Mine, Part 48 by Red Hope on The Athenaeum [alt]
conclusion
- Hollywood
Dreams, Episode 26 by Fiur and Vlamme on The Athenaeum [alt, original]
continuing story
- Mac's
Trail by powerbab [original/alt/complete]
Macadrian is a hard working “cowboy” just trying to survive in the
mid-west in the late 1800's. Never thinking about friendship, much less
companionship, she quickly becomes fascinated by a new-comer, card dealer,
Elaina Montgomery.
- Breathless
by Lois Kay on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
Added part 9
Wednesday, April 25, 2007
It's hump day!! Thank you Zero for the belated birthday wishes to my son,
that was very sweet!! Well I start school on Monday, and I am nervous and
excited at the same time. Here is to everyone having a great week.
- A
Different World, Part 2 by Melissa Wild on The Athenaeum [alt]
Continuing story
- Path of
Thorns, Chapter 10 by Annemaart on The Athenaeum [alt, conq]
Continuing story
- And here by the bards request ,I am reposting some old stories
- Xena and the
Princess of Thieves By C.Pugh On Claire's Stories and Poetry(ALT)
Xena and Gabrielle meet Valeria a young woman with a heart of gold and a lot
of secrets.
- Unconquerable
Heart By C.Pugh On Claire's Stories and Poetry(alt/conqueror)
Serving under the Conqueror Valeria has the known world at her feet and the
eye of the Destroyer of Nations herself...But what happens when a certain
blonde bard enters her life?
- Losing My Mind
By C.Pugh On Claire's Stories and Poetry(alt/original)
Natalya has a good life, great friends, loving parents but then something
happens to tip the scales...
- My ReasonBy
C.Pugh On Claire's Stories and Poetry(alt/original)
Lara has loved her best friend her whole life...The only question is will
she ever love her back?
Tuesday, April 24, 2007
The weather finally broke. It rained and it's pretty cool - bordering on
cold - now. I knew it couldn't last. Short update but long summary today.
That's me done for another week. Handing over to the boss - see you all next
weekend.
- New
Fire by Mary Ann Brown on Merwolf's Academy of Bards
[original/alt/complete]
Joanna had moved to town after her parents died. Her father had willed her
the home she was now living in. She had been unaware that her parents had
this place. The land was beautiful and was perfect for the horses she had.
The barn was spacious and had room for more horses, if she chose to get
more. Joanna had been walking around the place, getting a good look at her
new surroundings, when she had discovered the cabin. The cabin would become
Jo's place of refuge when the rest of the world was too much to deal with.
Jo spent many hours in the cabin. She would spend the time thinking, not
about anything specific, just random thoughts. She spent much of the time
thinking about her parents and why she was alone. She wondered if she would
ever meet someone that she wanted to devote her life to. Ordinarily, it
would have been easy for Jo to go to a club and pick up someone, except Jo
was a lesbian and hadn't found a place to pick anyone up at. She had adopted
a puppy and kitten, but hadn't named them yet. They gave her someone to love
and they loved Jo in return. Was Jo doomed to a life of being alone? Would
she ever meet that special someone that could give her life the change that
she felt was needed? Jo was content with being alone, but, like everyone
else, she wanted to find that one true love. Jo had no idea that when she
met the woman of her dreams, her life would turn into a nightmare. Lisa had
lost her husband and stopped living. She did what she had to in order to
survive, but she had lost the will to live, it seemed. Many men had tried to
win her affections, but none had succeeded. Lisa had gotten used to a life
alone and had decided that she didn't want to be involved with anyone ever
again. The pain of losing her husband, her only love, had taught her that
being alone was better than being hurt. She had decided that the pain of
heartache wasn't worth it. Lisa was a member of the local fire department
and was used to getting calls for all types of fires. This day, when she
responded to a fire, she would discover a fire that could be put out and one
that would only simmer until it erupted into flames that could never be put
out, forever changing her life in a desperate attempt to tame it....
- Echoes
of the Past by J. M. Dragon and Erin O'Rielly on Merwolf's Academy of
Bards (orig)
Added part 3
- Path
of Thorns by Annemaart on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (conqueror)
Added part 8, part 9 and part 10
Monday, April 23, 2007
Happy St George's Day. He's the patron saint of England in the same way
Patrick is patron saint of Ireland for those who don't know. Not that we
make that big a deal of it here. It's not a holiday, we don't send cards or
fly flags. But the boy scouts and girl guides will have a parade and church
service.
- A
Different World by Melissa Wild on Merwolf's Academy of Bards
[classic/alt/unfinished]
Xena and Gabrielle cross paths with a mysterious woman named Selene who says
she is from another timeline, she is running from something.....desperately
searching for the man she loves...and as events begin to unfold they begin
to realise that the thing she is running from may have followed her into
their world...
- Echoes
of the Past, Part 3 by JM Dragon and Erin O’Rielly on The Athenaeum
[alt, original]
Continuing story
- Birdie’s
Song III The Nightmare, part 3 by Onesockbard on The Athenaeum [alt]
Continuing story
- I Want
to be Where You Are, Part 3 by thatgirlmct on The Athenaeum [alt,
original]
Continuing story
Sunday, April 22, 2007
Me again. Happy belated birthday to Heartbrkn's boy. Weather's still
great here - can't last - it's April, it should rain... it shouldn't be this
warm. Nice though.
- Birdie
III by One Sock Bard on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (conqueror)
Added part 3
- The
Message by JA Breeze on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
Added part 12
- The
Last Good Day by Amy Boatman on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
Added part 6
- A
Family Repair by IseQween on Merwolf's Academy of Bards
[classic/alt/complete]
Gabrielle and Xena aren't the only ones dealing with the aftermath of the
fourth season's A FAMILY AFFAIR.
- When
Xena Was More Than Herself by IseQween on Merwolf's Academy of Bards
[classic/alt/complete]
Gabrielle's wry inside view of what it was really like traveling with a
pregnant Warrior Princess during the first half of season five.
- The
Collector by Andi M on e-scribblers (orig)
Summary pending
- What I Did
for My Summer Vacation by Andi M on e-scribblers (orig)
Summary pending
- Road Trip by
Andi M on e-scribblers (orig)
Summary pending
Friday, April 20, 2007
Hi all. Ilene with my turn at the weekly update. Not much to talk about,
so how about some trivia. Here's a sample of the people born on this date:
Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens; George Takei; Jessica Lange; Luther
Vandross; Crispin Glover; and Carmen Elektra.
- Breathless,
Part 3 by Lois Kay on The Athenaeum [alt, original]
Continuing story
- Panter's
Pride: Hunted, Part 7 by T. S. Hubbard on The Athenaeum [alt, original]
Continuing story
- The
Last Good Day, Chapter 6 by Amy Boatman on The Athenaeum [alt, uber]
Continuing story
- Two
Part Harmony, Part 3 by Colleen on The Athenaeum [alt, original]
Continuing story
Thursday, April 19, 2007
Hello everyone. Want to wish my son a happy 14th birthday!!
- Queen of Hearts, part 25
by Melissa Good on her weblog [alt, conqueror]
Continuing story
- Birdie’s
Song III The Nightmare, Part 2 by Onesockbard on The Athenaeum [alt]
Continuing story
- Two
Part Harmony by Colleen on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
Added part 3
Tuesday, April 17, 2007
Ah b****r... I forgot my sister's wedding anniversary. Boy is she gonna
be mad at me. Not paying attention. Too busy reading the Merwolf packlist...
I see that some of the pups have been having problems finding us here at
UFFD... I can't decide if that's good or bad... obviously it's bad because
that means a lot of Xenites are missing out on some good Xena fanfic news...
not to mention our sparkling repartee. But then - given how often the pups
manage to break websites it's probably a good thing too. *g* Hi there from
Merrie England, pups, hope you all found us now. Well, that's me done for
this week. Handing you all back to heartbrkn. See you next weekend.
- Echoes
of the Past by J. M. Dragon and Erin O'Rielly on Merwolf's Academy of
Bards
Added part 2
Monday, April 16, 2007
Even shorter update tonight - can't get any shorter than one can it??
- Birdie
III - The Nightmare by Onesockbard on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (conguror)
Added part 2
Sunday, April 15, 2007
The Ides of April. Not quite as bad as the Ides of March *g*. And a
lovely day too. They're predicting highs of 24c today... not sure what that
is in F somewhere around the mid 70s... which is bloody hot for England in
April. Just a short update tonight folks.
- Credit
Deux by IseQween on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [classic/alt/complete]
Xena and Gabrielle work through some post-obsession issues following
Aphrodite's mischief in the third season episode FINS, FEMMES AND GEMS.
- My
Mother's Eyes by IseQween on Merwolf's Academy of Bards
[classic/alt/complete]
Solan reflects on his lineage, beginning with ORPHAN OF WAR, through
MATERNAL INSTINCTS and at the end of THE BITTER SUITE.
Saturday, April 14, 2007
I have to say I am tired. We moved out worklocation today and I am wiped.
I also signed up to get a college degree, online. I am excited.
- Anastasia's
Destiny by DJ Belt on Merwolf's Academy of Bards
[Mel&Janice/alt/complete]
A desperate secret from Mel's past thrusts her and Jan into a swirl of
intrigue where present and past are blurred, dispossessed Greek gods thrive,
and sinister intent abounds. This is, I think, number 12 in the series,
after "The Treasure of the Amazons".
- The
Tightest Knot by Maderlin Bidmead on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
Added part 3
- Extended
Intensions by Jynaki on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
Added part 3
Friday, April 13, 2007
Hi all. Happy Friday the 13th. Ilene here, once again with quite an
update. On a depressing note, have all you Americans got your taxes ready?
Remember, if you owe Uncle Sam, you don't have to pay until April 17th. But,
you may still have to pay your state taxes by the 15th. Check it out so you
don't get caught late.
- Echoes
of the Past by J. M. Dragon & E. O'Reilly on The Athenaeum [alt,
original]
Added part 2
- Anastasia's
Destiny by D. J. Belt on The Athenaeum [Mel&Jan alt]
A desperate secret from Mel's past thrusts her and Jan into a swirl of
intrigue where present and past are blurred, dispossessed Greek gods thrive,
and sinister intent abounds. This is, I think, number 12 in the series,
after "The Treasure of the Amazons".
- Anastasia's
Destiny by D. J. Belt on Merwolf's Academy of Bards
[Mel&Janice/alt/complete]
A desperate secret from Mel's past thrusts her and Jan into a swirl of
intrigue where present and past are blurred, dispossessed Greek gods thrive,
and sinister intent abounds. This is, I think, number 12 in the series,
after "The Treasure of the Amazons".
- The
Tightest Knot by Maderlin Bidmead on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
Added part 3
- Nwyn
by PsiDraconis on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
Added part 14
- In
An Age Before Phantombard on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (crossover)
Added part 77
- Birdie's
Song III The Nightmare by Onesockbark on The Athenaeum [alt]
Part one of the next installment in this series
- Extended
Intentions, Part 3 by Jynaki on The Athenaeum [alt, original]
Continuing story
Wednesday, April 11, 2007
Work is kicking my butt
- Breathless
by Lois Kay on The Athenaeum [alt, original]
First part in this sequel to Hindsight
- The
Last Good Day, Chapter 5 by Amy Boatman on The Athenaeum [alt, original]
Continuing story
- All
You Ever Wanted to Know About Bathroom Bogeys, Suspect Seafood, and
Valentine Dreams…But Were Afraid to Ask* by Aurelia on The Athenaeum
[alt, original]
Next story in the “Bathroom” series
- Birdie’s
Song II The Little Warrior by Onesockbard on The Athenaeum [alt]
Conclusion
Tuesday, April 10, 2007
Bit cooler today but still a great day. All in all a lovely weekend.
Handing back over to Heartbrkn. See you next weekend folks.
- Marvelous
Light - An Easter Story by Alcandre on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [Über/alt/complete]
Galila was different from others. One of her best friends, Zilla, was also
very different. And the love that they shared was one of the things that set
them apart from others. But their best friend taught them both that their
love was what made them wonderful.
- Here
We Are Again by Adam Chiron on Merwolf's Academy of Bards
[original/alt/unfinished]
Cassandra Kaine has spent the last eight years in jail. But even with her
release she is not granted freedom. Indebted to the man she failed those
years ago, she must work for him or face lethal consequences. Night terrors,
post traumatic stress and a dangerous but lovely young woman plague her as
she tries her best to undo her past mistakes and win her freedom in truth.
And when she sees a strange artifact in the possession of her employer , it
sets her on a path that may not only alter her future but bring her face to
face with a brutal and uncompromising past.
- A
Moment in Time by Mickey Minner on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
Added part 5
- Her
Story by Xena's Girl on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (Xena)
Added part 5
- Breathless
by Lois Kay on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
Added Part 8
- The
Last Good Day by Amy Boatman on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
Added Part 5
- The
Tightest Knot by Maderlin Bidmead on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
Added Part 2
- Birdie
III - The Nightmare by Onesockbard [classic/alt/unfinished]
Birdie is the young adolescent daughter of our favorite warrior and bard .
She has many of the talents and the flaws of her parents and a few
interesting characteristics of her own. Thanks for keeping her aflight .
- Echoes
of the Past by J. M. Dragon and Erin O'Rielly [original/alt/unfinished]
J. M. Dragon has collaborated with E. O'Rielly to write Echoes of the Past
which is the third story in J.M. Dragon's storyline When Heaven Meets Hell
and Fatal Hesitation. Olivia and Amelia are living together in a platonic
relationship when an old love asks for Olivia's help. Will the old feelings
Olivia had for her first love reemerge or will she stay with Amelia? This
fast moving story has twists and turns and some you won't see coming.
- Ghost
Light by Geonn Cannon on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
Added part 15, part 16, part 17, part 18, part 19 and the epilogue
Sunday, April 8, 2007
Happy Easter folks. And (if I'm not too late) Happy Passover.
- Scrrritch
Scratch by IseQween on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [classic/alt/complete]
Imagines Xena and Gabrielle in their golden years, wondering what might be
missing or worth preserving in their lives. Continued in Everywhere, One and
Eternal.
- Everywhere,
One and Eternal by IseQween on Merwolf's Academy of Bards
[classic/alt/complete]
This sequel records from a variety of viewpoints the adventure a
semi-retired Xena and Gabrielle prepared to embark on at the end of
IseQween's story "Scrrritch Scratch".
- Ghost
Light by Geonn Cannon on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
Added part 13 and part 14
- A
Stranger in My Family by Red Hope on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (conq)
Added part 5
- Ghost
Light by Geonn Cannon on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
Added part 11 and part 12
Friday April 6, 2007
You may remember that I (Ilene) talked about the fact that spring had
sprung last week? Well, it evidently sprung a leak and all the warm drained
out!!! We have winter temps with wind chills in the teens. But, it is good
weather to stay in and enjoy some good stories, perhaps like some of those
listed below. Enjoy! Oh, and Heartbrknbard, I'm sure I can speak for all
reading this when I say you have our sympathies about Becky.
- Ghost
Light, Parts 9 & 10 by Geonn Cannon on The Athenaeum
Continuing story
- Solving
a Mystery With Her….Again by ScribingBard 52 on The Athenaeum [alt,
uber]
This is the sixth story in the Alex and Ellie Wallace series. The Wallaces
of Applecross must solve a 2000 year old mystery to protect their
lives...both present and future.
- Extended
Intentions, Part 2 by Jynaki on The Athenaeum [alt, original]
Continuing story
- Chicken
by MBInc on The Athenaeum [alt, original]
A voice, sweaty hands, and a phone number.
- Echoes
of the Past, Part 1 by JM Dragon and E. O'Reilly on The Athenaeum [alt,
original]
Next story in the line which began with When
Hell Meets Heaven and Fatal
Hesitation
- Path of
Thorns, Parts 8 & 9 by Annemaart on The Athenaeum [alt]
Continuing story
Thursday April 5, 2007
What a sad day for me. Becky Hammon was TRADED. My hame, Heartbrknbard
fits me perfect rigth now. I am soo ill.
Also just a reminder
On another note my wife and I have a friend who is a cancer survivor. We are
doing a walk for the American Cancer society. She has her own team that she
puts together every year. If you could, take a moment and look at it. If you
can, donate anything you can,if you cant just send out all the healing vibes
you can. I will be participating in the walk my self and I am trying to get
my employee to match the donations as well. Thank you you everyone and see
her blurb below about it.Have a great weekend everyone.
From my friend Liz:
Below are the links directly to the cancer site walk page. Anyone of your
friends can look for my full name, ELIZABETH GESUALDO, or the team, THE
LIZARDS, and either join the team or make a donation. I cannot thank u
enough for all of your positive energy and donations!!!!
RFL
with NYC Police Officers - 2007 - Home Click for the NYPD Cancer Walk or
TEAM
LIZARDS NEEDS YOU!! Thanks!
- I Want
to be Where You Are, Part 2 by thatgirlmct on The Athenaeum [alt,
original]
Continuing story
- Dear
Diary, Part 1 by Hillsys Stalker on The Athenaeum [alt, original]
First person story about one woman’s discovery
- Birdie’s
Song II The Little Warrior, Part 3 by Onesockbard on The Athenaeum [alt]
Continuing story
- Extended
Intentions, Part 2 by Jynaki on The Athenaeum [alt, original]
Continuing story
- The
Last Good Day, Part 4 by Amy Boatman on The Athenaeum [alt, original]
Continuing story
- Alone
No More by Cole Micheal on The Athenaeum [alt,original]
What would you be willing to do to fill the void that is in your heart? Are
you willing to try to find that all elusive something that could turn you
life around, and if you do, will you be brave enough to grab hold and not
let go?
- Stranger
In My Family, Parts 1&2by Red Hope on The Athenaeum [alt]
Sequel to Stranger
In A Strange Time. The Conqueror and Queen Gabrielle take their trip to
Egypt to meet the powerful Queen Cleopatra. Along the trip across the
Mediterranean, Gabrielle learns from the Conqueror that her long lost
sister, Lila, is still alive and well but a slave. Quickly Gabrielle becomes
less concerned about her vacation in Egypt and more about rescuing her
sister from Gurkhan. And the Conqueror for the fist time realizes she cannot
simply take what she wants because so much is at stake. Can the Conqueror
and Gabrielle safely rescue Lila, who may not even want to be freed?
- In An
Age Before, Part 77 by Phantom Bard on The Athenaeum
Continuing story
- Chicken by
MBInc on The Athenaeum [alt, original]
Will she or won’t she make a call.
- Solving
a Mystery With Her…Again by scribingbard 52 on The Athenaeum [alt,
original]
Sixth in the Alex 'n' Ellie Wallace series.
- Cage
Undone by Roselle Graskey on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
Added part 4
Tuesday, April 3, 2007
Been a beautiful day today on this side of the pond, warm and sunny.
Forecast is for a great Easter weekend too. And this is me finished until
then. Handing back over to Heartbrkn.
- The
Heart of the Matter by Caina Fuller on Mary D's site (classic/gen)
Added part 2
- Ghost
Light by Geonn Cannon on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
Added part 7 and part 8
Monday, April 2, 2007
Everybody have a good All Fool's Day?? I was certainly a fool. I managed
to wipe out last week's updates yesterday instead of adding the new ones.
D'oh!! Fortunately Heartbrkn saved the day by re-uploading them. So let's
try and see if I can get it right today. Thanks for the birthday greetings.
I had a good day... which was probably the cause of the brain
malfunction...*g* Ah well - on with the show.
- Gun Control (Skin
Deep Book Six) by Black Cherry on her website (uber/alt)
Part 1 of the latest story detailing the adventures of tattooist Torrid
Duncan which began with Skin
Deep The whole series can be found Here
- Something
New, Something Old by IseQween on Merwolf's Academy of Bards
[classic/alt/complete]
Shortly after events in "Not Yet," Gabrielle questions Xena's
perturbing response to perceptions the legendary duo are too dead or too old
to aid a village in distress.
- Done
There, Been That by IseQween on Merwolf's Academy of Bards
[classic/alt/complete]
In this follow-up to "Twenty-Thousand Winters Ahead" and set after
"Something New, Something Old," a middle-aged Gabrielle finds
herself threatened by the immature Xena destined to become Destroyer of
Nations. Based heavily on events in the ADVENTURES IN THE SIN TRADE eps.
- Ghost
Light by Geonn Cannon on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
Added part 3 and part 4
- A
Stranger in My Family by Red Hope on Merwolf's Academy of Bards
(conqueror)
Added part 4
- The
Last Good Day by Amy Boatman on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
Added Part 4
- Ghost
Light by Geonn Cannon on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
Added part 5 and part 6
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