Episode Inspired Stories – The Prime of Life

What Happened Before, Missing Scenes, What Happened Next, What Happened Instead, and stories that begged to be told that were not included within the series.  Some of these stories were challenge inspired and some, the writers were just never satisfied with what was aired.

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Please be advised that the listing of stories below may contain works which have been assigned and “R” or a “Mature” rating by their respective authors. Such stories could contain explicit language and/or adult themes; and are not intended for readers under the age of 18. Please heed our rating guidelines.

To reach the story, click on the title.


Last Gift of Christmas (The) – by JC

Summary:  Ben gets some advice from an old friend, reminding him once more that not every gift is neatly wrapped and under the tree.

Rating:  G
Word Count:  2,325


Never Again – by HarpistforHim

Summary: Ben’s guilt-ridden slump during the Prime of Life unearths painful memories for his oldest son. Despite this, the boys try their hardest to meet the contract deadline on their own. In the end, it’s up to Hoss to make sure his older brother gets back on the right track again. A WHIB/WHN for The Prime of Life.
Rating: G     Word Count: 7,380