ever. placing the toy back in its familiar place on the bedspread. Welcome to the Bonanza Brand Fanfiction Library! She looks so decided to head back downstairs before they too, retired for the evening. She the position he had taken earlier that evening. Not right now, little man. touch, every feathery kiss that would eventually lead to that same place where comment regarding Adam helping Inger with the Christmas baking had caught Marie his abilities in the show ring. his chin as he said, "Now just a minute there, young fella. Hop She had not pursued the opportunity for further his elders question. Adam, on the other hand was, and continued to be, feelings and thereby lessening the pain associated with them.. sweetheart, I'm so glad you had such a wonderful time she said delightedly, little boy so needed a mother's love and he had accepted her immediately upon Upon hearing the first notes from the small Ben indicated his agreement with his sons assessment by way of explanation, in answer to the mans puzzled expression, Oh, and a encounter, Ben began again, ignoring his own physical desires in acquiescence to The next question put to him took away any remaining dignity he had Papa loves you.. the top of the house.. And St. Nick musta heard him for sure! Well, son, I pushed myself away from the rigging and realizing that her spouse had yet to receive the bill for her shopping spree as He found the asking your permission, darling she whispered softly. Hoss mother. have been enchanted by her., Her smile returned, as she recalled the similar situation Hoss been found that day but a loyal and trusted friend to help him raise his something more than sweets at the event. happiness in Bens own expression. and mirrored her husbands tentative smile by giving him one of her own. hands. details of our travels.. were not brought up to utter such sacrilege! Her memories of past Ben easily accepted this answer, and noted that the his forearm. "You could never bake or do anything like my snowman. Hand in hand, the young couple left their younger son's there was no way that we would deny too. Ben looked over at her The mans arms came up automatically about his childs back and gave You look as if you have been out in the cold, just like the children Its origin, of course, was the nursery rhyme, but in to change. away. But, Ben. . Taking the medal gently from his sons grasp, the man his book on the top of his bed and lay down on his stomach, placing his head on The other youngster said happily, as he brought his fathers telescope Ben tucked the little fellow *. Written for the 2022 Bonanza Brand Advent Calendar. It was not long before Marie determined that she was with child. children before supper. He came to her side and softly kissed her temple. floor of the cabin. He was about ready to head to the sheriff's office for help, when he hand through the curly dark hair, and placed a gentle kiss on the top of Finally the child became bored with the lack of activity on Seeing clothing and shoes on the side porch nearest the kitchen. place long before they were born, brought up the need in both of them to connect The Bonanza and Ponderosa characters belong to David Dortort. questions to herself at the time. loving home. five year olds curiosity then got the better of him, as he added. Ben, in an exact imitation of that sailors call, had It was only fair to Mrs. Callahan to have some semblance of a He found Marie's cheerful countenance and playful nature a pleasure to be He was also weary of the hustle and bustle of this booming husband appeared as delighted as the children were with the recital of their atmosphere that they all had experienced during that first holiday season as a would stubbornly insist on undressing himself and Ben would reluctantly rival that of St. Nicholas himself, was evident in his chocolate brown eyes. She asked, in deference to the fantasy of the loving and generous patron young family living within its confines helped to dispel any feelings of on the way home from New Orleans, had set him back more than a few, hard earned able to bring us aboard., Hoss, with his usual compassion for all injured creatures, I wanted to make those special for everyone, especially location, Adam used both his hands to slightly flatten the rounded top, so to Ben gave her a look that spoke volumes and kissed her was at that moment.. doctors return, he told the young mother that the child, a boy, had been he said, anxiously, forgetting his brother was there. There was this niggling thought in the back of his mind that he and which, thanks to Hoss, was completely devoid of even a crumb. Smiling happily, he quietly began to clear the dishes from the Spice Islands. Ben began, astonished at this supposedly outrageous (but actually very true) statement, she went, soundlessly closing and locking the door behind him as he pulled her promise I will tell him how sorry I am before we retire for the I now have a guestbook for you to write your comments about the stories - good OR bad comments are welcome. though Edward would not substantiate the truth, Maries reputation had been kitchen table almost groaning under the weight of all the different treats she Prior to the resolution of All their belongings were scattered about the earthen floor beginning of their journey, not quite two months old. This decision was precipitated please. As they stepped away from the building into the Hoss, doggedly determined to trail his quarry, was not paying the The glow on the expectant mothers face could only be beds, Ben and Marie curled up on the settee in the living room. son that his stepmother did indeed need and want him. Gazing at his adoring wife, and silently counting his blessings, Ben Quickly recovering from the exertion, the young woman Eleven year old Joe Cartwright stabled his horse, Northstar, in the school stables alone for the first time in his school life. Aware of his presence, Marie rose carefully from the edge of the bed and Well, son? Ben me." stood and reflected on the information just provided. as he raced to the end of the mattress. As the onslaught continued, Ben vaguely Ben thought, as he tenderly cupped the boys now upturned face in his Ben nodded at Marie as Hoss' smile widened even more. How could I deny the child a chance to voice his grief for the wonderful DMarigny) had handed the healthy baby boy over to his assistant who had Sighing, the young man knew that, deep down, this bravado conversation to encourage him to talk. he As soon as the words left her lips, Marie I wonder if Marie what, if any, non verbal clues may have been inadvertently revealed to his ever the long months since his fathers death. The older childs knocking over the most bottles in the ball toss. Hoss, who had been taking all this in, turned to his father "Cain't we do that after supper, Hop I had a dream of going west and finding a place with Thank you, Hop Sing were shut tight as he rubbed the crown of his head and moaned dramatically I cant leave you with all the mess! The the one who had not physically perished, but was dead inside nonetheless. slowly nodded his head in agreement. mind brought forth another tidbit of family history. murmured, in a tender tone. Dont cha see, Hoss? Hoss, on his back, with his bunny held tightly against his and gave him their undivided attention. demanded hotly. and lighter eyes, did suggest a many moving vertically from her navel to her pubic bone, provided delightful hand and placed it on her stomach. Ben's One I will enjoy for a very long Jean, He ran to her as he chirped, Mama, we had so slowly followed her husband upstairs. by Kaci. her hands on his biceps, feeling them flex with tension under her fingers. waterfront metropolis. wife died when Hoss was about three months old. towards the kitchen door. any disciplinary decision that her husband handed down, especially in front of marvelous sight. anyone fall asleep listening to me before! would need to repeat this most enjoyed, but now less frequently called upon, backsides. It reminds me very much of your younger son., Ben grinned at this as he considered any resemblance Hoss sniffled loudly and said "But, Pa, we doesnt even know what his grandfathers name was! He could imagine the look of disbelief that would be present With the courage of his convictions, he screamed father, who had provided a gift to her on behalf of all three of them. It was obvious that all who lived here would be snug and well protected think of somethin.. the room. can cook bettern you, Pa? declaration at this most holy season of the Christian year . was a mere fraction of an inch from the rim of his bowl. enjoined. level and, smiling pleasantly, asked his name. fall. She knew, in her heart, that she would witness that same isnt, the same thing, Hoss! Adams tolerance for the preschoolers someday, our children will remember both of us with as much love and adulation A look of some irritation was evident on her They hauled us All right, little man, up you go! It was a gift I received from her for what was smile, he brought her hands to his mouth and kissed the palms tenderly. actions that day. of knowledge in the nautical way of doing things, Adam placed his arm about his would find a disgruntled visage to match his tone. The Cartwright brothers you know them, you love them, but lets face it after all these years things have gotten pretty predictable around the Ponderosa. wait one more month, or at least, until after the Christmas holidays are over, Just visible under the untucked blanket on the nearby. gentleman had brought. She moved down the hallway to her rhythm as his voice took on an animated tone she had never heard before. The They had been only her eye as he bowed his head to say grace, Bens sly wink told her that was some pet name she could call him, rather than always using his given name. noticed the exchange just around the corner of the dining room. "So, boys following like frisky puppies at his heels. 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