Fortress Of Good Fortune

Title: Golden Eagle V: Beaten Gold (1/2)
Author: BradyGirl_12
Pairings/Characters (this chapter): Steve/Diana, Ma Hunkel, Alan Scott
Genres: Angst, Drama, Historical, Holiday, Romance, Slice-Of-Life
Rating (this chapter): G
Warnings: None
Spoilers: None
General Summary: Diana and Steve do their best to enjoy the holidays before Steve ships out to England.
Chapter Summary: Ma Hunkel supervises the baking for the JSA Christmas party.
Date Of Completion: January 15, 2019
Date Of Posting: January 25, 2019
Disclaimer: I don’t own ‘em, DC does, more’s the pity.
Word Count: 1924
Feedback welcome and appreciated.
The entire series can be found here.

( Diana rubbed her eyes, leaning back on the couch. She kept her eyes closed, listening to the pop and hiss of the fireplace as swing music began to play on the radio. The scent of evergreen was even stronger, soothing her nerves. She was worried about the war. )

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Title: Happy Anniversary!!! :) (1/1)
Author: BradyGirl_12
Pairings/Characters: Clark/Bruce, Dick/Roy, Lian Harper, Alfred Pennyworth, Jonathan/Martha, Ollie/Dinah, Hal Jordan, Steve/Diana
Genres: Fluff, Humor, Romance, Slice-Of-Life
Rating: G
Warnings: None
Spoilers: None
Summary: Clark and Bruce celebrate their 10th wedding anniversary. :)
Date Of Completion: October 27, 2016
Date Of Posting: November 16, 2016
Disclaimer: I don’t own ‘em, DC does, more’s the pity.
Word Count: 1320
Feedback welcome and appreciated.
Author’s Notes: A gift to my f-list! It was my 10th LJ anniversary on October 24th, and it inspired this tale of unrepentant fluff. Enjoy! :)

( Several minutes later (after more kissing and canoodling), the lovers pulled apart and Bruce put his key in the lock. He opened the door and suddenly put his hand out to stop Clark. )

Title: By-The-Sea XVI: Seaside Idyll (1-4/7)
Author: BradyGirl_12
Pairings/Characters: Clark Kent, Hal Jordan, J’onn J’onzz, Barry Allen, Bruce Wayne, Steve/Diana, Dinah Lance, Various OCs
Genres: Challenge, Fluff, Hurt/Comfort, Romance, Slice-Of-Life
Rating: NC-17
Warnings: (Ch. 5: Depiction of burn victim, Ch. 7: Near-drowning)
Spoilers: None
Summary: After a bruising battle, members of the Justice League of America go off for rest and recovery, and Steve insists that Diana accompany him to a special place.
Beta: The fantastic starsandsea! :)
Artist: The wonderfully talented paynesgrey! :) Link: http://archiveofourown.org/works/5101385
Dates Of Completion: May 1, 2015-May 30, 2015
Date Of Posting: October 30, 2015/October 31, 2015
Disclaimer: I don’t own ‘em, DC does, more’s the pity.
Word Count: 10,967
Feedback welcome and appreciated.
Author’s Notes: Written for the 2015 dcu_bang. The entire series can be found here. Some links of interest: Cutty Sark Motel/Long Sands Beach: http://www.cuttysarkmotel.com/ Sun 'N' Surf Restaurant: http://sunandsurfyork.com/ Goldenrod Restaurant: https://www.thegoldenrod.com/
Joan's Beach & Gift Shop: https://www.google.com/#q=joan%27s+gift+shop+york+maine (The shop doesn't have its own website but this page shows what it looks like.)

( Steve drove the ’57 Chevy down the road, the Atlantic Ocean sparkling under the sunshine to his and Diana’s right. He whistled a jaunty tune while Diana smiled. People walked along the beach with a few stretched out on towels. It was a cool June day as Steve kept an eye out for excited kids crossing the street. )

OMIGOSH, THE AVENGERS MOVIE IS FANTASTIC!!!

I went to see the movie as a treat for myself after so many worries lately and thoroughly enjoyed it! Lots to talk about and oodles of spoilers, so be warned!

( Here be my Midgardian Review )

I just hope that The Dark Knight Rises can compete with this film. The Avengers are smashing box office records like the Hulk. Marvel put in a long-term plan which is coming to full fruition with its mega-opening last weekend. They carefully cultivated a series of films showcasing their heroes and culminated in this Avengers extravaganza.

What has DC done in the past four year? Released the highly successful The Dark Knight but also Jonah Hex and Green Lantern. Real box office winners there, folks! They had a Justice League movie planned but felt that people would be too confused if they included Superman and Batman and if the ‘verse ended up different from their films. I can’t help but wonder if Christopher Nolan’s ridiculous insistence that Batman is the only hero nixed the JLA idea and any connection of DC heroes. I suppose Green Lantern never mentioned any other heroes, and Man Of Steel won’t. Marvel treated its Trinity of Captain America, Iron Man and Thor with respect. While DC will always green-light Superman and Batman, Wonder Woman will never get a movie. I suppose DC considers her out and Green Lantern in when it comes to the Trinity now. *shakes fist at DC and Warner Brothers*

I highly recommend seeing The Avengers (They are already green-lighted for the sequel, which isn’t surprising when you look at the box office numbers). Chris Evans said that originally they wanted him to sign for nine movies but reduced it to six. I assume that means movies with one hero mixed in with multi-hero Avengers films. You know, actually acknowledging that other heroes exist! What a concept!

Title: Victorian Ladies, Elephants, Bulldogs, And The 1939 World’s Fair (1/3)
Author: BradyGirl_12
Pairings/Characters (this chapter): Clark/Bruce, Ollie/Dinah, Steve/Diana, Hal Jordan, Barry Allen, J’onn, J’onzz, Carter/Shayera, Zatanna
Continuity: Batman Begins, Superman Returns
Genres: Challenge, Drama, First Time, Holiday, Romance
Rating (this chapter): G
Warnings: None
Spoilers: None
General Summary: Clark is feeling sad and lonely at Christmas.
Chapter Summary: Bruce invites Clark to the Manor for Christmas.
Date Of Completion: November 18, 2011
Date Of Posting: December 2, 2011
Disclaimer: I don’t own ‘em, DC and WB do, more’s the pity.
Word Count: 1161
Feedback welcome and appreciated.
Author’s Notes: Written for the 2011 World’s Finest Gift Exchange. Prompt: F2: The rest of the Justice League scattered to spend the holidays with friends and family. Everyone just assumed Clark would be doing the same. But Martha passed away a little while ago, and Lois married Richard, and Clark is all alone on Christmas Eve. Bruce finds out, of course, and decides that Something Must Be Done.
CONTINUITY: SUPERMAN RETURNS/BATMAN BEGINS, but expanding to bring in all the other heroes. One or more of the Robins is fine, too, if it suits the story. Also written for my 2011 DCU Fic/Art Silver-‘N’-Gold Winter Holidays Challenge. Prompt: Silver-‘N’-Gold, natch! ;) and saavikam77’s 2011 DCU_Freeforall Winter Holidays Challenge. Prompts: No. 3: Twinkling Lights/Star/Sparkle, No. 8: Family/Home/Shelter/Hearth and No. 9: Christmas Tree. :)
All chapters can be found here.

( Maybe his own heightened sensitivity to his own re-awakened joy made him more aware of others who didn’t seem in the spirit. )

Title: Cupcakes (1/1)
Author: BradyGirl_12
Pairings/Characters: Clark/Bruce (Mention of Hal Jordan, Ollie Queen, Dick/Roy, Lian Harper)
Genres: Fluff, Humor
Rating: G
Warnings: None
Spoilers: None
Summary: Clark + Bruce + Giggles = Fun! :)
Date Of Completion: November 2, 2010
Date Of Posting: November 18, 2010
Disclaimer: I don’t own ‘em, DC does, more’s the pity.
Word Count: 209
Feedback welcome and appreciated.
Author’s Notes: Written for my LJ Fourth Anniversary Fic Request Meme for makeitrednblack. Pairing: Bruce/Clark. Prompt: Giggles. :)

( Clark fell to the bed, doubled over in laughter. He flipped his jacket over his head as the bed shook. )

Title: Sacrifice (3/4)
Author: BradyGirl_12
Pairings/Characters (this chapter): Bruce/Dick, Hal Jordan, Roy Harper, Ollie/Dinah, Victor Stone, various other JLA’ers and Teen Titans
Genres: Angst, Challenge, Drama, Hurt/Comfort
Rating (this chapter): PG-13
Warnings: None
Spoilers: None
General Summary: A JLA and Teen Titans’ mission goes horribly awry on a primitive planet.
Chapter Summary: A jailbreak enables the heroes to search for Dick as time grows short.
Date Of Completion: July 26, 2009
Date Of Posting: August 14, 2009
Disclaimer: I don’t own ‘em, DC does, more’s the pity.
Word Count: 1074
Feedback welcome and appreciated.
Author’s Notes: Written for silvertales for my Hurt/Comfort Fic Prompt Request. Pairing: Bruce/Dick. Prompt: Self-Sacrifice. :) :) and for my 2009 DCU Fic/Art Cast Of Thousands!!! Challenge.

( Bruce forced himself to keep moving, Hal staying close. He was determined to find Dick before it was too late. )

Title: Sacrifice (1/4)
Author: BradyGirl_12
Pairings/Characters (this chapter): Vale, Bruce/Dick, Roy Harper, Victor Stone, Hal Jordan, Ollie/Dinah, various other JLA’ers and Teen Titans
Genres: Angst, Challenge, Drama, Hurt/Comfort
Rating (this chapter): PG-13
Warnings: None
Spoilers: None
General Summary: A JLA and Teen Titans’ mission goes horribly awry on a primitive planet.
Chapter Summary: The prisoners mull over their situation until a startling pronouncement by their captors.
Date Of Completion: July 16, 2009
Date Of Posting: August 7, 2009
Disclaimer: I don’t own ‘em, DC does, more’s the pity.
Word Count: 1115
Feedback welcome and appreciated.
Author’s Notes: Written for silvertales for my Hurt/Comfort Fic Prompt Request. Pairing: Bruce/Dick. Prompt: Self-Sacrifice. :) and for my 2009 DCU Fic/Art Cast Of Thousands!!! Challenge.

( When the twin moons rise tonight, we must perform the sacrifice. )

Title: Laughter, Joy, And Love (1/1)
Author: BradyGirl_12
Pairings/Characters: Clark/Bruce, Steve/Diana, Ollie/Dinah, Hal (past Hal/Steve implied)
Genres: Challenge, Fluff, Humor, Romance, Slice-Of-Life
Rating: PG-13
Claim: For the dcu_freeforall Challenge (Diana/Steve)
Prompt: T 11; P 8: Laughter
Prompt Count: (8/15)
Warnings: None
Spoilers: None
Summary: Diana and Steve’s relationship sparkles with laughter, and Clark enjoys observing them while thinking of his relationship with Bruce.
Date Of Completion: June 1, 2009
Date Of Posting: June 2, 2009
Disclaimer: I don’t own ‘em, DC does, more’s the pity.
Word Count: 1274
Feedback welcome and appreciated.
Author’s Note: This story also fits my 2009 DCU Fic/Art Cast Of Thousands!!! Challenge. :)

( Laughter drifted down the corridor. Even without his super-hearing, he would have been able to hear it. )

Well, the month of March says St. Patrick’s Day! ;)

It’s the coming of spring with all its greenery, and warm days and nights ahead!

In celebration, this month’s fic is The Jig’s Up!, featuring several pairings and party time on the Watchtower! :)

May the luck o’ the Irish be with ye! :)