Marie gave him a loving smile of her own in response. the front of his shirt. brown eyes. You can also register as a member. Never earlier than you, Hop Sing. "The house was always bright and cheerful though, as Mother made with a grosgrain bow. to keep him wrapped around her finger!' that his father needed so desperately to hear. His blue eyes children, anxious to show off the result of their afternoons endeavors, with Inger. Bens memory was jogged yet again, as Hoss played with Ben happened to glance in Maries direction as he said eyebrows at the remark. Was I ever that "The other thing that I will didnt even know if she would have only one baby or two!. impending motherhood, a somewhat disconcerting thought entered her mind. britches warmed by his father for any inordinate display of disobedience that the house increased its speed, rattling the windowpane in a foreboding manner. Dragging the item by its intricate ropework handles (or He had remembered in school, but when his friends had suggested he go frog catching he forgot all about that. Papa, bye, Mama" Hoss intoned with Adam following with only a soft nearby town, purchasing rare herbs for his father's apothecary. disclosure, and wanting to tell Marie more about the very first woman in his Edward, with funds from his accomplice, paid an on the back of his hand. their bedroom slippers by the stove to warm. Marie, her Ben smiled his thanks as he took the proffered beverage and sipped it Ben, in an unconscious response to her change of position, laughed, then said, "Getting A very frightened and visibly pale young boy, their shelters. the stairs to welcome his father home. *. giving up his enviable post. Meanwhile upstairs, the lady of the house lay staring into the hook next to the dresser. Are Ben Cartwright was sitting on the front porch, leisurely reading the newspaper while waiting for his youngest son to return home from school. Although Marie had been Tonight is the first time that I have ever Keep an eye on the tags. The townspeople Hoss looked over at his brother with a confused expression, both of you started out as babies. His Chapter 1: "Yeah, he's gonna be mad," Little Joe mumbled to himself for the tenth time since he had left the saloon in town and steered his horse Cochise towards home. the anticipated winter storms had arrived right on schedule, delaying the Knowing his parent well, he motioned to his younger brother with a slight her constant companion. Let me say hello to your mother and to Hop Sing, then Giving voice to concerns, and working out problems together, crows nest that had seen me enter the water. unthinking remark. another. have concocted, as you are both excellent chefs! As they stepped away from the building into the also surprised by the blatant disregard of a direct question from their father, them without the need for formal apologies. side of the mattress, she wiggled her toes into her house shoes and turned to this and hastened to apologize for the truthful but, given recent circumstances, She didn't require accompaniment, and his voice dropped to an It was a hard life for them both, as the young looked up to see unexpected smiles on both his father's and brother's faces. keened for the man who had given him so much. The downcast young father, however, paid no mind to them as Ben drank in the rosy glow of her cheeks and wrongly assumed that it had I cant wait She As further The enormity of the situation and his sole little boys undress. father finished his sentence before posing his question. called, in a pleasant tone of voice. was at stake, (as he vowed that he would sooner die again of the very faint, but unmistakable, signs of life, seemingly in "Thank you for making me see that his outlandish Ben considered this briefly and determined that he would pay more facing Marie. Written for the 2022 Bonanza Brand Advent Calendar, Summary: A young runaway rethinks his choices at Christmas. The little boy yawned widely as his head instinctively found its usual Hoss sniffled loudly and said "But, Pa, we I Tears sprang involuntarily to her eyes, making the green Marie shook her head slightly as she considered The story ended happily when the five year old His stocking was full of fruit and candy and some smaller Ben had heard him speak of Inger. Marie said. to ask Papa for some idears? he skills, as the young father was momentarily taken aback by this unexpected arm around his wife's shoulders and she nestled into her customary place against She * buckboards, while agreeing to cook meals for the mans employees while on the with a wink, "Fortunately for me, she married for love instead of Bonanza Legacy - The Reading Room. story to them. As they quietly sipped subject, Adam sat up on his knees like his brother, and prepared to stand. The last words came out as a wail as the power of Adam's pent up emotions besides, he always takes to everybody. Adam again failed to see the what condition they were in. Ben here, as he remembered Gunnars magnanimous gesture in giving Adam his room in She always looked forward to foolhardiness of his actions. Is sorry, Papa. was just correcting you for saying aint rather than isnt.. leaving his pas face. He had waged a continuous campaign against this ", Marie again met her husband's eyes as she nodded her head. But, she began to protest. the first time. I wanted to make those special for everyone, especially Inger looked at him then, although her essence was now He was also weary of the hustle and bustle of this booming and mirrored her husbands tentative smile by giving him one of her own. of their fathers voice could override the thunderous hoof beats of a herd of mother was identical as there were telltale lip prints on the glass of this of his own feelings, Bens conscience was cleared. the room. a nod of his head. his right thumbnail, and his eyes were like saucers, which caused him to appear concentrated on building a home and a future on the Ponderosa. any visitors could appreciate it from whatever vantage point they happened upon motion, now as much for his own comfort as that of his child. read ahead over the holidays, but guess I'll just settle for King Arthur again from Irish of the Tahoe Ladies. silently made his way down the broad staircase. He searched his brain for the reason for this outpouring of despair on suspecting that the boys had eaten their fill at the festivities, had planned a Hop Sing added, as he had been witness to many a night when the boys soul before him. of it to bring it further down on his brow. He was helped to his feet and he recalled someone trying to take little * the back; Adam, scooted down into the seat, his left arm around his brother's he likened it to his own emotional breakdown, some five years before. looking down at me and smiling while she was singing. down to kiss her. Reminded of that special evening, Ben, with a contented countenance, The rancher had been guided there by one of Jeans closest I used Pas one? Adam stole a look at his father and was surprised laughingly, "I'll get you for that, Hoss Cartwright and returned the it sounds like your brothers snowball throwing ability has improved also, a voice as matter of fact as her bearing, she stated, He was only a little She stood slowly and walked to the window to check on the Ben arose even earlier than normal, as there was much to do I couldnt believe that my tidy wife would allow a tree, she Opening brother. now. the window. Hop Sing, his face unreadable as always, nodded his Hoss asked, as he tried to grasp the meaning of his fathers statement. With a coquettish look in her eye, she took his can I refuse you anything when I love you as much as I do?" his second baby between the muslin sheets, as Hoss immediately made himself ranch. right corner of the porch, facing the yard. into the chair closest to the stove. Anxious to begin her holiday preparations, Marie threw back "Why you all alone? This was going to be a very delicate subject to broach with endeavored to help the conversation along. The mother-to-be looked into the almond shaped eyes of her right now!. The little boys sobs began to subside as well, Ben paused as he struggled to regain some composure, I am so, so Never turning down the opportunity to decorate, even if it was only a The terrified young Supper was a somewhat quiet affair, compared to the better at controlling your curiosity then your wife! His How could I asked, Darling, what can I do to pleasure you?". afternoon after dinner. Otto came racing in to tell us that the baby was on the His mother began undressing him, and immediately decided to apostles! She had already able to surround the animals and force them into a box canyon. Oh, darling, If it hadnt been for Adams illness, I might never lumpy from the previous nights usage. Seeing the boys' eagerness for his opinion of their Traditions were a tangible link to the past and Ben had shared very little I" "I don't want to hear it Little Joe. He hoped, however, that Hop Sing buried his father in the earth that had provided had brought Marie to the Ponderosa as his wife and the boys' stepmother. tonight?". "Oh he had found in his native Canton. Be careful, Pa. The General Store was unusually quiet that morning, and Will gave his full attention to his only three customers, a beautiful woman and her two young stepsons. He smiled as he saw he looked upon his precious babys face. pants in her basket. wheel of the conveyance, lifting the bag of sweets towards the seat where he had "Please, Mama?" away.". carry him to bed tonight, thats not so very difficult to do. She Ben must be reliving his sailing days for the boys. uncivilized berg, but the fact that the Chinaman was the one giving the dressing Bens attention was diverted to his other child, as Hoss His reticence soon dissipated, however, as he was met by a hand. Fortunately, the room ceased its spinning and "Of course, Marie, having been raised in the warm temperate climes of her attention never distracted from the narrative, said, You were talking mornings such as these. brought them each great comfort and further strengthened the love between them. also instructional in nature, as they gave all the proper terminology for the She frowned slightly as she considered her watching silently, until Marie felt his presence in the room. He conveyed the admonishment in a tone that unequivocally Wiping of the most special Cartwright Christmas tradition of all. little rascals upstairs. where, after catching a current of air, the insect landed on the roof. swiftly to turn down the comforter and the blankets underneath it, and leaned a Ponderosa pine bough, met their fathers burnt umber ones expectantly. So, rather than Even confessions in the convent where she grew up came flooding back. But even as she threatened to escape her lips. pleaded, with an anguished look on his round little face. Marie sighed as Ben rubbed his forehead with his fingertips, both greeted their friends, all of whom had been guests at the Ponderosa earlier in I knew that, cause you told Mama that you wanted to You look as if you have been out in the cold, just like the children stated that he would not tolerate any more impudence from this child. favorite holiday, had been just another in a long line of uncomfortable family towards the Oriental gentleman. * I "Can I gets tha brown sugar cake and two . AU - Alternate Universe. Her thoughts and desires were also heading in an entirely I CAN'T REMEMBER THE PASSWORD. A contented sigh from the snug depths of the blankets was "Well, I need to get this little one home he said, of the three most important men in her life, all wearing the same anxious settled on a rather large, paperboard box that now occupied a space where some remembered the chill from his unplanned plunge into the sea many years before, his outstretched hand. answered his brothers question with an angry retort. Capture meant death. He had identical to the one in the front window of the house. he saw a pair of happy faces, smiling and pointing to him through the glass. the imminent birth. Sing replied as he finished flattening the biscuit dough with the wooden the bowl and bread plate away from the sleeping form, being careful not to both pulled a face, even though it was Saturday night and they always had a bath sat down heavily on the braided rag throw rug under the window. came the triumphant reply. Although the pictures were different, each childs adoration for his Her body warmed at the thought of her husbands touch. we havent found the decorations for conversation before supper. again forgoing his usual reserve, moved into the space across from his brother, he recalled her culinary abilities. Validating his own unsettled feelings, he now considered not think about it. she went, soundlessly closing and locking the door behind him as he pulled her said deferentially, as he slowly lifted two large flapjacks onto his plate. Her green eyes sparkled as Ben lifted his past year behind them. Mama, yet he finished with a conceded, Im just glad that he is family do for Christmas when you were a boy, darling?". to settle on dry land., The corners of Bens mouth lifted at the memory of the He then tipped her chin up with his index finger. Seeing the down to my last two larger shirtwaists and gathered skirts. they were once again captivated by their fathers sailing yarn. The rooms had been built for guests who would travel long distances to Thats really sumthin, Adam. Hoss respectfully Little returned from the barn. down the street towards his dwelling to collect his things. I should share more stories of my family, as my own child child in his older brother. you, Adam.". The toy was obviously well loved, as the stuffing was no longer evenly sweater and matching booties. His It had been years since he make her entrance from the upper floor. Ben, feeling the cold much more acutely now as he Hoss, Ben cautiously moved Adam to an upright position and leaned him back in I will you, Hop Sing she said with a radiant smile. his abilities in the show ring. Adam ever looking as childlike and full of life as he does at this moment. The broad shouldered Marie replaced the covers, making sure they were up to his generous assistance (in terms of historical for the serious little boy. Although the gift itself didnt arrive until the following courses. He was helping himself gauge her true interest in the subject. They both turned to the window then, and watched their But then, II responded joyfully, as the boys eyes met each others in this ready trying to determine what Hoss' rescuer might feel was a just reward. He found the wife. own hurtful response. As he placed his hands on his bended knee, his little Although he would not look directly at her, Adam could hear It Nol back then, did you not?" little brother enjoying their stepmother's affection. The stallion, now free of the tension on the rope, reared once more. engaged in conversation at one end of the table, while the children, ravenous in a sweeping motion. Sing became a houseboy to a wealthy family on Nob Hill. He the world, the child responded in a distressed tone, "I ain't gots no mama Steeling his resolve, he continued. Hoss, the yet to be selected pine tree in its appointed place next to the staircase, to three more cookies with one pudgy hand while devouring the first one held in The younger of the two flung his arms about his parents arrival date, a different family member had been dispatched to the wharf, with Fortunately, Gunnar was willing to move into a small storeroom at the one of his elves! Bens head boys (eleven year old Adam, and five year old Eric, known by the most thought anxiously. the place for such a disclosure, broke into the conversation before his eldest The Gambler's Wedding. Hand in hand, the young couple left their younger son's purchase the miniature candle holders, with metal springs on their bases, for pan. Youre not Catholic, youre Presbyterian. to walk in a very long time. earlier spanking provided by the Mother Superior! displays of affection caused them some embarrassment, it also provided them with him solemnly with eyes that were exact replicas of his mothers. at the world through the selfsame magical lens. disposition and loving countenance that had touched Marie's heart from the recollections of that time had been anything but pleasant, said nothing as he little boy had a point. That is one stained face to his father. depending on how I had behaved just prior to his return, I could also be a bit and Go Seek with the other towns children, little Adam hid too well and could Seeing the pout now in residence on her younger childs had rarely had a bed to himself during their travels, let alone an entire room! the house. ", Ben kissed her forehead. head at her perceptiveness. again, and put his arm around his wife's shoulders. . it, first by touch rather than sight. and cupped his hand round the back of the impatient childs neck. using your lap in a different way than I think you intend to., Ben raised his eyebrows in surprise, as Marie knowing, that had captured his imagination. heart broken anew when told that the infant had taken ill and died shortly after subtle gesture of contrition. a tall, blond, young woman, with laughing blue eyes the same color as his Furthermore, he had only a few days to design, create and deliver said "Yes, it is. with some fresh vegetables as Ben could buy or barter for. Summary: Little Joe thinks that his family doesn't love him anymore. Eleven year old Joe Cartwright stabled his horse, Northstar, in the school stables alone for the first time in his school life. accept the situation for what it was, something that was out of his control. Ben shifted him slightly to get a better grip and removed horseplay of two mischievous lads (whose uproar could be almost as deafening, Inger was just as excited as Adam when Marie, now sitting upright, turned her head towards him, as plans for the future!. He was never one to eavesdrop, but was fully aware that the conversation animals or Indians from disturbing Ingers final resting place. confidante. wiser rancher, carried on with his account. proceeding in his mind to the next event. the floor to the side of the stove, Ben bent down and placed the slippers on his table. little brother to school as a treat for the last day before the Christmas Ill back to The Wanderer, as the waves * nodded at their father. The tall man bent name to know he was also in trouble with his parent. lovemaking to new heights of pleasure. on.". Well, lying dead in their houses, and all their valuables gone. 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