I always thought Adam would make a good father so I gave him a daughter, Lizzie. This is not to canon, just a what if. Discipline of children ahead and spanking is a possibility, be forewarned and stop reading if this is not for you. (Bonanza Fiction)

John and Ruth have married and will be raising Sally together with the help of the Cartwrights. Discipline of children ahead and spanking is a possibility, be forewarned and stop reading if this is not for you. (Bonanza Fiction)

A few years after the loss of Sarah, the Cartwrights are starting to move on with their lives. All except Emily, who is not very happy about the changes. Little Joe has some exciting news for everyone. Maggie and Cassie are ready for things to start moving forward but things keep getting in the way.

Adam is still struggling with his recent loss and being the single father of two young girls. How will he manage when Emily and Katie have to tag along on a cattle drive? When Adam hires an old friend to watch his daughters the rest of the summer, will he find love again? And when his life seems to be turned upside down again, will he find the peace he is looking for?

A stranger appears at the Ponderosa badly wounded and nearly unconscious. He's wearing the uniform of the army of the Confederate States of America. What adventure will await the Cartwrights? Warning contains cp of minor in some chapters.