A revelation leads to a snap decision that has lasting repercussions for the Dillon family. How will each family member cope with the emotions caused by the winds of change? This is a continuation of the storylines introduced in "One Good Turn."

If you need a dose of Matt and Kitty (and who doesn't), I'll be posting short stories here. The stories will be independent of one another. Ideas for the stories may come from scenes from the show, a line spoken by one or both of them, or whatever pops in my head. I don't own the Gunsmoke characters. I hope you enjoy reading these Matt and Kitty stories.

Thoughts inspired by the heartbreaking "Nina's Revenge" (Season 7, Episode 12), and James Wright's beautiful poem "A Blessing."

What happens when someone from Kitty's past shows up? Will it cause trouble for the Dillon family?

Festus sets out to make sure two characters from the episode "The Predators" get their happy ever after.

Some thoughts on Kitty's path to full ownership of the Long Branch. I have amended the rather nebulous timeline of the Long Branch to have big Sam (Glenn Strange) as head barkeep while Kitty was still half-owner.

In the continuing adventures of Matt and Kitty Dillon, Matt forges new alliances and enemies down in Indian territory. Doc faces unforeseen challenges and life choices, while Kitty races to secure her growing family's future against insurmountable odds. 11th in the "There's Always Tomorrow" series.

After much thought, I've decided to put all of my "Ruby Dillon" stories here. Chapters 1-6 are from "Matt and Kitty: A Timeless Love Story." Any other story that relates to Matt and Kitty's life with Ruby will be here. (Chapter 1 (Life) has an extended ending from what was written in "Matt and Kitty: A Timeless Love Story.")

Matt retires but has one last job to do. Matt, Kitty, two kids, and a stagecoach. This is about life's struggle.

Kitty and Matt adopt four year old Mary after her mother's death. Sam and Matt are on the trail of counterfeiters. Babies are born, there is a wedding, there are old characters and new characters as Dodge City grows and heads toward the 20th Century.

Polly Cade (Louise Latham) in "Waco" Season 14 Episode 11, was unforgettable to me. I am currently writing a longer, different-subject story, but this came to me yesterday.

Kitty thought Matt Dillon was a decent man. Was she mistaken? I'm not sure how many chapters this story will be. I hope you come along for the ride and enjoy it.

Kitty is asked to make some sacrifices in order to come to the aid of a seriously ill friend. Will the strain of her complicated history with this friend, combined with serious rumors, unravel the ties that bind the large Dillon family together? One must read "The Contract" and "Revenge" to be able to fully enjoy this topsy-turvy ride.

An MM from "Pucket's New Year" (Season 2)

A Matt and Kitty Christmas story in one chapter.

A few moments from "The Hat", Season 13 Episode 6

My fanfics that focus on Gunsmoke movies and Matt and Beth's relationship, with exception of the first one will be posted here. Some fanfics will be MM/ATC to the movies, while others will be my own made up stories. Matt and Mike were never together as a couple in the movies and they won't be in my fanfics. I just can't put them together.

A short look into Matt's musings.

Most are extremely brief, all will be stand-alone vignettes, completely unhindered by plot. ;-) Some sweet, some bittersweet, some humorous, some poignant, all romantic. When you get to the end of the "chapter" it is over. The end. If you like 'em, I've got seven or so already written, another half dozen partly written. If you hate 'em, I can quit at any time. Thanks, lj

Inspired by Jack Smith's book "Spend All Your Kisses, Mr. Smith." He was a columnist for the Los Angeles Times for over thirty years, wrote ten books, and was a very wry, intelligent man, and a wise observer of life.

Kitty and Festus have an "adventure" when two Haggen cousins come to town.

A MM/ATC to "Hostage" (Season 11) This is not the terrible episode with Jude Bonner.

I sometimes imagine my own season 20 with Kitty still being there! This might be an episode. Kitty gets a disturbing note. (still not too good at this summary stuff, I know).

A lawman is often faced with the darker side of humanity, dealing with evil deeds and tragedy. How can he keep from tumbling into that world forever?

Ten years after her contract with Mannon ended, Kitty is living her dream. But will that dream turn into a nightmare when revenge is sought for the demise of Will Mannon? Buckle up, Gunsmokers!