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ConfidenceInSunshine

  • Taking the Long Way

    When Maria receives a devastating diagnosis on the back of several miscarriages her world comes crashing down. She feels her life no longer has meaning until, one day, she encounters a little stranger who strengthens both her spirit and her hope. She learns perhaps it is possible for someone to have all they ever wanted. It's just that sometimes they have to take the long way.

  • Lyrical Love

    A 30 day writing challenge where I write a one-shot every day for Maria and Georg based on a quote from a love song! Reviews are both welcome and much appreciated.

  • Glimpses

    A series of little one shots surrounding the von Trapps and their journey together as a family. Follow them as they experience the highs and the lows together. There may even be some surprises in store. Reviews are welcome and very much appreciated!

  • Letters of Love

    For Agathe, time is slipping away. Her days are numbered and she knows it could be the end at any minute, so it is time to sit and write the letters she never desired to. Her husband and their children deserve to know the true depth of her love for them and so, even though she will only remain with them for a short while longer, her letters of love will most certainly live on.

  • The Ship of Nightmares

    Titanic, to many, was the Ship of Dreams, but to Anna Smith it is the complete opposite. Falling in love on board, she must come to terms with her loss when she and Arthur are separated amidst the chaos of that fateful night. Returning to Downton heartbroken, she finds a friend in valet, John Bates. Can he help her find happiness again and finally wake from this nightmare?

  • Not A Child Anymore

    Liesl von Trapp, for as long as she can remember, has strived to be the golden child. The one to keep her siblings in line and keep them from going down the wrong path. What happens, then, when she discovers that she is pregnant at seventeen? Out of wedlock? Join her as she embarks on this terrifying yet rewarding journey that has many a surprise in store.

  • Scars

    We all have scars. It makes us human. Sometimes, however, it can be a struggle for us to allow others to see or know about them. Self-conscious about her own scars on her wedding night, Maria pushes her husband away and struggles to let him in. Can Georg get through to her and make her see that she is beautiful to him, scars and all?

  • A Mother's Love

    Inspired by series 10 episode 7: The idea of Tim leaving home to attend medical school is a tough pill for Shelagh to swallow and she only find it gets harder as, on his last night, she watches over him one last time and reminisces on their time together up 'til now. Is it any wonder though? When a mother's love is truly the strongest love there is? Reviews welcome and appreciated!

  • Taking the Long Way

    Emily's world comes crashing down when she learns she can't have children. She feels as though her life no longer has meaning until, amidst the chaos of the team's most recent case, a little stranger comes along to strengthen her spirt and her hope. She learns that perhaps it is possible for someone to have all they ever wanted. It's just, sometimes, they have to take the long way.

  • Caught Up in You

    A collection of one-shots, in no specific order, inspired by a prompt list I saw on Tumblr for 50 types of kisses. Full fluff ahead!

  • Finding Freedom

    When the von Trapp's are forced to flee their homeland their loves are changed forever in the space of one night. What happens though when they reach Switzerland and move in with Georg's sister, Hede? Will Maria bond with her in-laws? Will they accept her? And most of all, will the family finally find their freedom? Reviews are welcome!

  • If Only

    If only Athena hadn't perished. She would have seen Ariel become a strong, independent woman and make her own life, and she would have been blessed with a son-in-law and beautiful granddaughter. This is a collection of one-shots about her and her family, exploring what Ariel and her little family's life would have been like with Athena around. Happy reading and please review!