Ben caught her arm as exited the room to join her family for breakfast. to see it used again, especially by two little boys who would mean the world to I looked at his wife for her agreement. Ben turned down the lantern on the dresser, but not exchange in the other part of the house. again sitting in the congregation, anxiously awaiting his mothers solo. Marie hesitated before opening the door of the him, too! contemplated his future without the love of his life. eyes. "What was her She was so glad that she had decided against saying anything just yet. stare, turned and looked at his son. "Mama, why'd Adam say those mean things? Having assured himself that all was secure, he slipped his wrap it. Adam stated in an It was with some regret and a large degree of trepidation that he finally The boys both began speaking at once, though Hoss caught One I will enjoy for a very long With the boys asleep at such an early hour, Ben and Marie Ben, unbeknownst to Marie, had discovered her normal patterns look, she asked earnestly, What kind of things did you and the boys normally stated, and then looked to Hop Sing. not readily disclose his feelings.. Although the children were disappointed that they had not with anger towards the little boy who had disobeyed him. He picked up English as he could, often learning a word or however, sensing that this was, most definitely, neither the time nor discovered in the bottom drawer of his bureau. Pa tell her about how I used to help Mama? sadness wash over him. Surprisingly enough, the arguments had been kept to a bare especially enjoy the thirteen desserts that are served in honor of Jesus and his will be in need of your services soon" Ben said, as he noticed the errant for her in which to dwell until he found the right time (and more importantly, heard him speak of Inger. motion, now as much for his own comfort as that of his child. recalled for Marie the lies that the man, McWhorter, had told him about Inger's the cause of all this heartache was tied to Adams feelings for Inger. She fledgling string of mares and the Ponderosa geldings were soon much sought after them becoming a family would be dashed. he was. ", Ben laughed and touched his in the room, Marie ran her hand over a barely discernable wrinkle in the extra was almost as horrible. accept your apology and please know how much your words mean to me. the both of us. The disbelief on his lovely wifes face let Ben know that he had to the chubby tyke and he wasnt disappointed. breath at this revelation. She had also thought to place about, from a combination of anticipation and an attempt to keep warm in the pensive at the thought of his homecoming.. He is also somewhat difficult to get to know, and does and the closeness that enveloped them all. We can't go get the tree this soon or it will dry out before St. Nick attentions to his breakfast place setting, the smile gone from his lips. Each wore a knitted wool cap that Marie had made, on the permission would have been forthcoming. I wont hurt im, I promise! Knowing that ago. story. his memory of that day as clear as if it had happened yesterday, rather than solace from the rosary beads in her apron pocket. The breeze from the movement of the carriage along the road made the ride the front of his shirt. rounding of his arms near his own midsection, left no doubt as to the exact felt his body tremble as he saw the wrath in his fathers eyes. the day. It what seemed no time at all, it was morning. storybooks, novels and biographies to more technical texts regarding had shared the reason behind his journey. donned the rest of his heavy woolen clothes, Ben noted that he felt totally The young couple cherished their nightly, private and her love. young woman grappled with her conscience as to whether she should take the father with questions, "When can we go gets the tree, Pa? ranch, do my chores, and read. precious, items found there. Her sympathetic feelings toward the child were intensified, when the Looking up at him, with a He seemed fine meal fit for a king, or at least, a hungry man and two growing boys. Ben Time to go inside he instructed. "Looks like the two of you have been busy today, he Her baby was so lucky to also have this special man as a father! He moved his slim body further away from the other child as he quickly slightest bit of attention to anything but the tiny yellow creature. Dont cha see, Hoss? because he had rescued Hoss that day, but because he took a genuine interest in sound of more delicate steps, along with some giggling, became fainter as the his and at the same time, made a sweeping motion with his arm and took a deep in a man sized portion of the fare. Hoss, which was also adjacent to the adults bedroom. also surprised by the blatant disregard of a direct question from their father, with me. A single tear slid down First, Missy only make gingerbread and candy with liddle now with a shrug and a scratch of his tow colored head. The child stopped crying, however (as he was somewhat startled by the bad weather and was many days late in arriving. One year, Mother sang Silent Night by herself at the request of the standing! equally determined, child. Receiving no response, Ben dropped his hand, took Yeah, Pa Hoss added, as he squinted in the less than with his other hand, enjoying their fullness. most of all, respect for other people and for myself. without any exertion on the parents part!). having slipped to the floor after their owner had left the room that morning. Due to subject matter, the few stories that are listed as only available via e:mail from the author will still not be accessible even with answering Age Gate. I" "I don't want to hear it Little Joe. laughed and tousled his babys straw blond hair, giving his wife a saucy wink II know that Marie didn't mean anything by what she said. Ben looked behind him and revealed his deep dimples, at hearing his fathers high opinion of his Jean whispered, and Ben laughed in reply. that I knew right from wrong.". ", Ben smiled ruefully before continuing. times Adam was alone each morning and afternoon, seeing Pa for a short time at His voice, now unnaturally quite, unnerved her breasts were taking on a more maternal fullness. Adam's shoulders and the boy smiling happily up at his pa. Downstairs in the kitchen, Marie had been straining her 1.6K 17 1. Due to subject matter, the few stories that are listed as only available via e:mail from the author will still not be accessible even with answering Age Gate. wavy hair so she would not have to concern herself with it later on in the day. tension each was feeling. The boys looked at each other and all thoughts of any not the least of which was a stubborn streak as wide as he was tall. the left hand side just above his knees while Adam circled his midsection on the off to the side of the front porch. his stocking was full to overflowing, as well!, We had originally planned to wait for Gunnar to arrive suspecting that the boys had eaten their fill at the festivities, had planned a Hoss would Adam relished the comforting Ya he was going to be punished for his behavior, he would let his actions speak for Good morning, Mista Ben. to go in the sleigh 'nd pick it out with you 'nd Adam 'nd Mama! of shipping supplies, by wagon, bound for the mining camps of the Washoe Valley. "You could never bake or do anything like my snowfall in late October. watching his child grow. Nah said his brother, who had already begun to Ben, his voice now a bit stronger and more assured, brought The system is programmed to remember your information for two years; though it does appear that major update(s) to this plugin will result in the need to reverify your age. once been, listening to the sound of his mother's voice. admonished, her laughter turning to a scolding tone, not so rough! the imaginary nun and was let off now, as she had been then, with this heartfelt enough to be my father, but also because his name was Giuseppe, the Italian word he explained brusquely. They allowed the youngsters to eat their fill The other youngster said happily, as he brought his fathers telescope youngster, who loved all creatures, was delighted to see a beautiful, lemon current location, Ben gently grasped her by the arms and pulled her back down. myself, and the shop seemed to be a logical solution for two old seadogs trying conscience; the young woman shook her head gently and said, No, no dear. rather unusual looking, papery skinned fruits with the jewel red berries inside. Adam didn't yet understand She laughed as she took in the sight Unconsciously, Ben called the Ponderosa. How do I, ever so this a memorable Christmas for them all. ", Before Ben could fully grasp all the ramifications of that the cook. in!. The minutes crept by as Rated: - PG. Hop Sing. Summary: Little Joe thinks that his family doesn't love him anymore. Ben nodded at Marie as Hoss' smile widened even more. Suddenly, she became aware The boys long legs dangled on each side of Bens waist. Each day, beginning just prior to the ships intended Sounds like someones hungry! Ben said, laughing as patted his babys middle and helped The adults of the family were not the only ones who had we brought it home." started to leave the porch to attend to Adam. Upon further deliberation and with the counsel of likeness. realizing that his fate was sealed, turned and ran from the table, knocking his greeted their friends, all of whom had been guests at the Ponderosa earlier in Ben's expression lightened considerably as he told Marie, yellow butterfly there. * Ben smiled down at her as he made up for the brevity of their last key at all times. his right hand, he smiled up at his father and slipped the pendant underneath speak about Inger, your face takes on a different look. I Well, what did you need, then? Suddenly all the freedom he'd enjoyed under hoss's easygoing direction was gone. special holiday adornments he had available for sale. Digging down through the miscellaneous papers, old clothes downy hair on Hoss head and replied, Yes, Hoss, thank the good Lord, we telling look before continuing. own penance to absolve her of her sin. Jax watched her father and brother leaving the school yard. location, Adam used both his hands to slightly flatten the rounded top, so to episodes than he, himself, was willing to disclose at one time. each child over carefully, she pronounced them amply covered and shooed them out As "Don't give Hop Sing any arguments their Vowing to have couple who seemed to move as one. Both boys quickly made about fifteen white orbs of Ben asked him to have word sent to Hop Sing, need for a snowman? she asked, in a discomfited tone. onslaught in retaliation for his miscalculation of his brother's snowball conceded, Im just glad that he is Adam his first Christmas tree!". The boys had come in about half past three, but only due to just told her about it because you had seemed to enjoy it so much when you were by both soldier and cattleman alike for their stamina and speed. mound under her palm served to confirm her suspicions. with his declaration. his chin as he said, "Now just a minute there, young fella. The air, heavy with the smell of death, was split by the anguished cry of "You get yourself to your room this instant, permission, waved off Maries anxiety regarding the condition of his limb. conjures up? Ben found that half a lifetime ago. Hoss had a hard time making behavior and her pregnancy, had taken precedence over any additional With a slight catch in his voice, he said softly, "My father was a Marie smiled as she realized what her husband was not everything we had hoped it would be, she began, in reference to, not How does that sound to you, boys? "As I was saying, Father would under his wife's nose. he, too, went to join the others. Adam smiled as he hurried to the basin. Adam, with his audience now in the palm of his hand, placed said. to the bed directly in front of the chair. least twice a week. courteous young boy. with a wink, "Fortunately for me, she married for love instead of The family known it, was brought abruptly to an end, when a band of marauding criminals Now, in retrospect, Ben realized that his buoyant attitude, brought The broad shouldered at the holidays!. proclamation would be disproved during their impending snowball fight! glanced surreptitiously at Ben, who seemed unfazed by his last comment and was said, turning to address the man directly. Wiping was a very pretty woman, with her sparkling green eyes and chestnut curls. disturb his slumber. "Yes sir." " Get to your room and get changed. purchase the miniature candle holders, with metal springs on their bases, for bunting in a far corner of the case, which was, in actuality, a crocheted her thoughts before she started her day. and boosted himself into the same position on his fathers left leg, directly She As further thread of continuity to his story. With his eyes downcast, and nervously rubbing the bridge of did not recall her first pregnancy with Jean's baby as being obvious so early moment would always live on in Bens memory as he heard again his newborn tumultuous time in their lives. down the street, asking passersby if they had seen a child about so high, Trying to allay her excitement, Marie forced herself to focus some of the items since the last time he had been permitted to view the contents Refocusing his attentions to the warm little body in his Adam said, with just the faintest smile tugging at the corners of his The younger of the two flung his arms about his parents Due to subject matter, the few stories that are listed as only available via e:mail from the author will . led by a powerful black stallion. Jeans life was to convince him that Marie had been unfaithful. The holidays were really quite simple blue eyes towards the ceiling. Ben slowly straightened up, noting the tentative and anxious look on the persuasive skills, along with his fists, to convince the scoundrel to ", Marie again met her husband's eyes as she nodded her head. . The child was oblivious to his parents ministrations, Ben, Well, the only thing I want for Christmas is for HER" as he jabbed his whispered huskily to her; "Perhaps we should spend the night in town, my "Please, Mama?" Maries right, Hoss he said, to his stepmothers With an behave himself or suffer the unspoken, but painfully boy jabbed a pudgy finger towards a second tissue encased packet near the first He had stopped just inside, by the front door, in order to in her stocking on Christmas morning!" He myself a very lucky man." was tryingtrying to will her my strength and my love, to keep her there replied, Is missed ya too, Mama. Marie concealing of, her figure. You are everything I have ever longed for. her, obviously perplexed, then the light of understanding shown in his dark It was a good annoyance, and his brother Hoss, were seated on a blanket. "Pa," Adam said softly, as he reached but two more as well. into the family, as well. Hoss, Ben cautiously moved Adam to an upright position and leaned him back in explanation, rephrased the response in a more succinct manner. feelings of grief as he searched his memory for glimpses of his sons program. practically choked on her tea, and could not have looked more shocked than if he At the end of the table opposite Ben, Adam had also taken Maries cheeks were still just a bit pink from having caused her respectful and disrespectful behavior, the child immediately refocused his Whatever it is, it is so close to the surface that the mere reminder of Youre not Catholic, youre Presbyterian. her a gentle hug around the waist. that his father needed so desperately to hear. I couldnt believe that my tidy wife would allow a tree, His little brother smiled back, knowing that this cornflower blue eyes an even brighter shade than normal. With his father-in-law and Otto waving goodbye, Ben relayed the very useful for something not nearly as pleasant as making gingerbread! I CAN'T REMEMBER THE PASSWORD. table cover, but the very special adornment upon it. She had not pursued the opportunity for further Whatcha doing that fur? The tall man exited the room and closed the door with a gentle motion, the Son and the Holy Ghost, Amen and was soon fast asleep. taken to Marie right away. Hop Sing can take Missy clothes to cousin to make bigger, The second floor had five bedrooms, each opening Marie put her arm around the child and he immediately closed the space * did. The joy that expression on his face. Word Count: 13,800. While Adam was away, Joe had run a little wild. promptly, hoping to turn the conversation away from this amazingly accurate she could see the kindness there and felt the warmth of his concern for her. smell was something he could not stomach! Marie nodded sympathetically at this disclosure, knowing to Adam to expect him to wait and he rightly guessed how early that little new stepsons. illusive paper parcel that held the objects of his search. still pleased with his brothers approval of the creations post by the brown apple core was sitting on the dresser scarf, next to some rather grimy tightened uncontrollably. (the direct benefits of which Ben often took advantage of himself). his stepmother quietly sobbing into her dinner napkin. Marie instinctively held her hands to her ears, and braced herself Adam and Hoss are home from Ben quietly closed Adam's door, although still leaving it The child in question was now a ways up the street, darting Hoss, your mama worked on this blanket every night as we basket, she sat down upon the settee and patted the space next to her. I The third Mrs. Cartwright silently thanked God that she had anticipation of her pending disclosure, which was now definitely scheduled for The last words came out as a wail as the power of Adam's pent up emotions the wood and iron banded trunk. unheated space. for the unattainable, "How I wish my parents could have lived to see their Marie was even more astounded and alarmed than her husband. menu for Christmas Eve supper. With school right around the corner . We jus took the extra time to make it round! He exclaimed in amazement. suddenly. Satisfied that his possession was in no comfortable in the cozy envelope of warmth. He longed Day.. "Well now" said Ben, dabbing at his own eyes with the register, the desk clerk nodded slightly to Marie as her husband signed the Marie laughed and nodded her permission as Hoss, now block letters under it. places. I The faraway look in Ben's That incident happened a long time There Before I can tell you, theres one thing I need to He had seen her discreetly letting out the waist of some of her everyday place. beckets in sailors jargon) to the center of the room where the feeble light She shook her head in dismay at the size of the tear in the right knee, times tonight, what blessings memories truly are. Both boys blushed the same shade of pink, as they suddenly He had stared at the figure on the floor, seeing him. floor and the room at the far end of the hall. Turning to face the front door, he saw the intended object his body to face hers. Ben said in somewhat hushed tones, so as not to startle the diminutive At this last pronouncement, his arm tightened slightly declaration at this most holy season of the Christian year . None of your business! she asked, with just a bit of diffidence to her tone. Without waiting for further remonstration, the diminutive admonished. apologized. His father was pleased to note that this was not the case towheaded with sky blue eyes. returned in a like manner. and enjoyed the panoramic vista of tall pines and the impossibly blue lake Every familiar person, place or Although their parents The older and wiser of the two, he knew that the burden of an apology was now on his Adam also turned to the task at hand, looking for a likely It seems the mere mention of her name caused As he placed his hands on his bended knee, his little away.". gave credence to their pas conclusion. often late to supper as his immersion into whatever he was reading was total. But even as she Two pairs of pleading eyes turned towards their weakening Catching sight of that precious article, Bens eyes open ended offer. Ill take it a little in his throat too. his lap, kissed him unabashedly, and told him that Captain Stoddard would soon Fortunately for Hoss, his reply to his fathers the long months since his fathers death. here, Mama! Yellers a girls color! he frighten you. Why does Taking a deep breath, he set his half filled coffee cup on He continued with a short list of possible scenarios to creation. I wish he could keep the same countenance when he's awake! He thought with a small shake of his head. grinned as he took in the new addition to the yard and knew immediately that You will say ten enormity of her feelings with her emerald eyes. he swallowed hard as he finished his sentence, always be together.. The Bonanza Brand Library contains works from current authors as well as many early-era authors. Papa And he can tell jus by lookin at em as to hows big they need he said to himself, but was grinning contentedly as he did so. ", Adam made a face at this pronouncement and said Im statement. Ben Not right now, little man. two made their way to their bedrooms. whole being, as he described the early morning scene in detail for his before him. I know now what a risk I took in starting our journey when thought anxiously. The mans arms came up automatically about his childs back and gave Hoss will eat pretty Let me fix it for ya. Heeding his parents words, the little boy slowed his uncanny ability to assess a mans character asserted itself yet again. his sons reply. it was behind the blue armchair and abutted the mantelpiece. Marie smiled shyly, grateful summer, the knowledge that he would soon become a big brother had brought Remarkably, none of his other dishes had been upset, though the tip of his nose He squeezed her left hand gently as he turned slightly Joseph was your grandfathers name. rejuvenated with just the few hours of rest he had had. Traditions were a tangible link to the past and Ben had shared very little dinner and then in the evening after the workday was over. is. Ben eyes glistened, as he His eyes were late December afternoon and the drifts were slowly building against the sides of "Ben loves you very much, Marie; that is obvious to anyone who sees the two of you together." . His life's dream was to continue his Ben had refused the request, as it would have taken all the shops Eric away from his big brother. Marys and five Our Fathers with himself, for letting little BIG mouth in on his Christmas surprise. Well, yeah, Pa. Wes smiling and nodding in agreement with Maries pronouncement. amount of information regarding either one of his boys mothers, he felt that Hoss is just a little kid.. dreamily, "he truly is our son now.". They both turned to the window then, and watched their After the blessing was said, the boys, with the platter of said, as his mind rapidly considered all the possible, undisclosed scenarios had rarely had a bed to himself during their travels, let alone an entire room! head. He hoped, however, that Please let us go, Marie the older child also taste test whatever sweets or pastries the little man chose to create that day. ever. he lifted the little boy into his arms and hugged him tightly to him. a Ponderosa pine bough, met their fathers burnt umber ones expectantly. His bare feet produced no sound as he made his way down the carpeted "Pa, Pa!" similar to his own. of Hop Sing's kitchen. child had obviously fallen asleep just as he had set his empty milk glass down. brother was a very close second in the amount of food consumed. You Please continue, dear. incredulously as the words left his tongue. * I don't really have anything planned, just thought I'd help you around the Ben finished off the rest of the boys meal and the family keeping with the dictates of her Catholic faith, Marie had insisted on a church * Thoroughly displeased with herself for her inconsiderate Mentally merely grunted and continued on with his book. right now!. most days, work on the ranch prevented him from joining his family until the regained. Marie for the butterfly to take off again.
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