Everyone is so kind! I hope the return of "Bad Step" doesn't turn out to be a disappointment; I feel as if I'm trying to pull off a Beatles reunion or something. I'll try not to let you down!

( Bad Step, Part 23 )

Sam has been lying there a long time. I'd better get moving, or he'll never get better!

I'm sorry for everyone who's been waiting patiently for so long. It's time to get on with: ( Bad Step, Part 22 )

As a courtesy to readers, I have created a complete chapter listing for this rather robust fic. Thank you, Mechtild, for the suggestion!

( Bad Step chapter listing )

For those of you who were wondering when Frodo is ever going to get around to it... :-D

( Bad Step, Part 21 )

Back by popular demand... Sam!

( Bad Step, Part 20 )

Here's another short update. Angst all around!

( Bad Step, Part 19 )

Sorry I missed posting yesterday! I came home happy, but mostly dead. Today I'm slightly alive, so I'll just say Thank you for all your good wishes. The Hoot was wonderful. I'm thrilled to meet so many delightful people, and bask in the joy of your company. *sappy smile*

Here's a short update, just to get us going again. Hugs all around!

( Bad Step, Part 18 )

Thank you, to the kind soul who nominated "Bad Step" for a MEFA award. You're a sweetheart, you risk-taker, you! *Mwah*

( Bad Step, Part 17 )

Sometimes, you gotta be cruel to be kind.

( Bad Step, Part 16 )

Of course, now things can only get better… right?

( Bad Step, Part 15 )