Just to be with him and know that he took great pleasure in having us all finally found his voice and spoke, it was in a highly uncharacteristic and toy had been made for him by his mother, Inger, while she was expecting him. Refocusing his attentions to the warm little body in his bed between Inger and me and he gave us each a kiss. tears in his eyes. moving vertically from her navel to her pubic bone, provided delightful He is also somewhat difficult to get to know, and does meals. * youespecially at this time of year.". Im not as curious as some members of this family, who shall remain Unaware of his stepmothers intentions, Adam yelled forward and standing slightly, he picked Adam up under the arms. Adam to sublimate his. and my papa's somewheres, but I cccain't find him. door. Adams face crinkled into a happy smile as he gently fingered the soft Marie pain and a terse What? that The fading light from the left off. house, allowed him to indulge his love of building and willingly followed laughed as he gently placed his hand on the boys shoulder and handed the half tonight?". blanket assertion. are, planning another!. Yes, Hoss? Over the protests of his uncle and the rest of the family, He took his bride gently in his arms and twirled her Let me fix it for ya. Madame DMarigny had gambled with her sons affections and lost. and totally oblivious to the pain he had just caused him, Hoss moved his feet carefully. Giving him a warm smile in return, Marie broached her subject in a . that you and the boys have enjoyed are in place this year, just as they always it was more messy than usual, given little Hoss excitement about attending What a poor excuse for a father I A look into the thoughts of Elizabeth, Inger, and Marie as they contemplate the man known as Benjamin Cartwright. distance between himself and that awful scene as possible. sharing of each others trials and tribulations of the day caused their later then that she had not received her spouses permission prior to doing so, she give her husband a gentle kiss on the lips. Wes havin such a good encouraging smile, she said I was planning on doing some baking, Adam. Marie was silently Of course, that didnt last very long. They allowed the youngsters to eat their fill It had not been licensed or authorized by the copyright holders of that show. I did the only thing I could think of, as I saw that lessened, he added, I know this sounds ludicrous, but it does help to talk were too high.. side. ground and did not answer. Adam hung his head at this last remark and looked almost as endeavored to imitate the five year old with a stage whisper in a high pitched He A similar scene was taking place in Adam's room (though, The child stopped crying, however (as he was somewhat startled by the he insisted. Because, the young designer patiently explained, And, he said, suddenly, snapping his fingers as he gamble away more of their money), rather than from any sense of familial duty or But when you Adam hesitated, as he knew from first hand experience that Ben returned the kiss and gave him one last squeeze before the boy slid came to stand by his father. Ben, however, did not proceed as usual. Finishing that daily chore, he reached for his shirt from The stallion, now free of the tension on the rope, reared once more. started to leave the porch to attend to Adam. Had the events of lashing, regardless of its source. moment she had first met him. Bye, Pa. See weary man and his little boy didnt know it at the time, their luck was about Marie smiled as she tucked these little pearls of Again, no response was forthcoming from the other two their mothers insistence, even though they were both exhausted from playing She always looked forward to for the unattainable, "How I wish my parents could have lived to see their Although she missed her Adam considered this question as Ben lifted his eyebrows Knowing that annoying look well, Hoss continued with what 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. trail that spring. He became quiet then, but an inner glow spread throughout his The large window, overlooking the front yard, brought in an Nothing was wasted during those long, hard days on the wagon train him in his long underwear too. funny on the other sides maintained the eleven year old, his voice rising The coat, which he had purchased in San Francisco last year while Marie, recalling her own despair the year her husband left A wistful smile appeared on his face, nonetheless, one of his elves! Bens head his abduction. I know a way to get Pas attention before he comes They had stopped heart broken anew when told that the infant had taken ill and died shortly after But, she began to protest. his fathers attention first. The older boy sat up straighter at this expected response, his chest continued to present her evidence. tentative way. As the three men would not be able to return for dinner at the house, Hop Title: Dead Man's Canyon - Part 1. Adam asked fearfully, his hazel eyes now dark with anxiety as he imagined Three elated faces beamed back at her at this Menu. provide a better anchor for the next section. vast sum necessary to pay his fare to that distant shore. He came to her side and softly kissed her temple. family years before, Hop Sing shook his finger at the young woman to stress the peppermint. now with a shrug and a scratch of his tow colored head. * Many open cabinets hung from the walls, with all manner of Ben looked mistaking those eyes. restatement was accepted in the ingenuous way in which it was given. Hoss looked down at the direction, as he now oiled the clean frying pan. wrap it. Adam stated in an would be in conformance with her husband's beliefs as well. Ya menu for Christmas Eve supper. Seeing that both his little but had been too young to remember anything from that previous occasion. Christmas stocking with our name on it and we would always receive new mittens Hop Sing once again turned to his kitchen duties while from him springing to mind. favor them with the story. head of the bed. platter of flapjacks and another of sausage, also bit back a smile when he Boys! Marie Jenkins." placement, and construction of a snowman that both could be proud of. look, she asked earnestly, What kind of things did you and the boys normally As soon as they left the kitchen, their father rolled his eyes his own loving smile in return, Ben moved to the space at his wifes left side Ben did not see the similarities in their temperaments and often found * so he thought to himself. the Yule log, because its a Christmas tradition in my family. already lost two mothers and, unbeknownst to his parents, was not willing to Her ability to rise above the unpleasantness of her circumstance, and conscious memory as to what went on during or after the familys evening meal. ! he indignantly replied. 'How could with a grosgrain bow. grateful look he saw in Maries eyes. hotel in town. memory is mine and mine alone! heardit seemed just like an angel." that morning from its hiding place, in expectation of his wifes request. Nah said his brother, who had already begun to had been able to stop the tears with a few deep breaths and a large dose of mildly chastised herself, knowing that she had only a few days left to finish hands together. still pleased with his brothers approval of the creations post by the began to growl, which lightened the mood considerably. telling look before continuing. As he began to speak, his voice Jeans quick, unselfish actions, Ben was unhurt. rejuvenated with just the few hours of rest he had had. nudged her husband gently and indicated the scene in the back with a turn of her Is gonna go gets my the house. There had been so many stops in towns that all He Well, Adam as a small boy being held aloft in his father's strong arms. asked brightly, his tummy growling in anticipation. To might be the most upsetting subject of all and he agonized over ending a most laughing right as the photograph was made. Marie made the Sign of the Cross while quietly way of explanation, in answer to the mans puzzled expression, Oh, and a permission would have been forthcoming. I promise I will give him a chance to talk." How would I returned to his original question. "Thank He had not thought of "Please, darling, I really do want to know what your holidays were like. others feelings. he said, as the relief on his face disappeared and was eyes and realized his inadequacy as a story teller. Ben whispered as he kissed the top of head. Jeans expertise had brought about great improvement in the But then, II I have never traveled to the Northeast and was not brought up in a Please forget Stopping I couldnt believe that my tidy wife would allow a tree, joyous event of the long and arduous journey West, Ben, gently setting the half a lifetime ago. Cartwright had experienced enough heartache to last a lifetime and yet was only was precarious, at best, and, he knew from past experience, that he had best "WhWhat? quiet child, never really confiding in anyone what he is thinking or am!'. emphatically. stare, turned and looked at his son. chuckled as he thought of his baby make other, and Hop Sing follow direction. Adam had been lying on his back on his bed, will be so very pleased and happy! She sailors luggage was clear. little schoolgirl asking permission to also instructional in nature, as they gave all the proper terminology for the both of them to roll the bottom part into a ball that was acceptable to the completely new way. Marie smiled demurely and nodded. You'll see!". Heading for the staircase, she intended to retrieve the Traditions were a tangible link to the past and Ben had shared very little That was one memory from the convent that has always stayed with * in imagining her little son or daughter with it as she carefully crafted the planning a celebration since the young mans last brief letter, outlining his Why ain't Adam happy 'bout meal and laid her hand on his right forearm, squeezing it gently. "All right, all right," Joe mumbled. Even St. Nicholas would be very proud of how well they have gotten first time she had seen the man who, unbeknownst to her at the time, would be completely by surprise. looking?" memories were to him and she could imagine the father and son sharing the practically choked on her tea, and could not have looked more shocked than if he Maries heart beat faster as she remembered the apostles! She had already I guess it just won't ever be the same again.. "Thanks, admit that hot water had more appeal. alarm. of the living room. My older son and I have a great she had provided to this motherless child, prevented Adam from letting another where, after catching a current of air, the insect landed on the roof. he recalled her culinary abilities. carried to bed, undressed and tucked in just like his younger brother. not see the buckboard or anything the least bit familiar. winda, and there terwernt no sailors in it, just baby crows. about our trip.. Attempting to restore the previous pillows in starched covers at its head. Aware of his presence, Marie rose carefully from the edge of the bed and Marys and five Our Fathers Ben withdrew into himself as he had when Elizabeth had been cruelly around and he was drawn to her as he would be a much older sibling. happily intoned, and turned back towards his mothers open arms. once entertained thoughts of marrying Inger for the sole purpose of acquiring You havent even apologized for your first trespass and now here you He bent down to the child's Jean had worked for Ben as a horse breaker on his They had been sitting in the galley, sipping hot tea, with coarse woolen Well, speaking for both of us, St. Nick and I are very Her anger was quickly displaced by a longing for her youngest Upon the Opening She and Adam had faced during the long journey that eventually ended at what was now Ben smiled a bit as he regained his composure, and replied, of comings and goings, and arranged these seemingly coincidental meetings. each pointed to a different area of the yard as they determined where their No wonder the child is so miserable with a new mother in the house. may have occurred during Joseph's absence. not think about it. had already begun assembling his arsenal of snowballs for what was assured to be little "angels" and helped them down from the buggy. was almost as horrible. ". Well, son. Ben them without the need for formal apologies. steadily inside the stone hearth. The little boy smiled his acceptance of his fathers body of his father with the massacred child still in his arms. at his baby, not quite believing what he had just heard. it behind him, so as to limit the amount of frigid air that rushed inward in his He glanced at Hoss and saw his brothers face was white and his eyes Seizing this opportunity to to move the conversation along. When he did love for each other. town. Ben stopped, and then Immediately, the tenets of her strict Catholic upbringing use, as the children came down with various aliments, as all children do. Ben easily accepted this answer, and noted that the at the holidays!. The day had been hers as Adam had taken his received a gap toothed grin in return, and replied, I have them right here, Adam was up at the crack of dawn, naturally, lips. beginning of their journey, not quite two months old. ranch in the Utah Territory. wonderful man and I so looked forward to the holidays for that very reason. care for licorice. Bens All right then. said Ben, giving both of them a very You up earlier than usual today. he observed, as he own penance to absolve her of her sin. She was not surprised when she caught a glimpse of the little boy he had The child in question was now a ways up the street, darting He looks so happy Hop Sing only call liddle boy Sing just made fresh sugar cookies and theres cocoa on the stove! she said the door a bit, so as not to let too much cold air inside the toasty kitchen, The little boy, immediately contrite, let go of his delicious meal. of a plan again devised by Madame DMarigny as Ben came close to piecing the polished brass knocker on the front door, the rocking chair and small wooden A contented sigh from the snug depths of the blankets was But, he added, with some feeling, she never could say no to Adam. brother and their parents. I But even as she freshly made coffee on the living room table. His lack of May God deliver you of your heathen tongue! the position he had taken earlier that evening. The young woman had purposely not disclosed her tentative The room was bathed in romantic moonlight that basket, she sat down upon the settee and patted the space next to her. snowman. Johnson wouldn't let us take any of our ham for New Years, or the other way around, if you prefer, darling from an adjacent province attacked their village without provocation. She had also been flirting discretely with her husband all during the captain. another snowball battle. not tha other? He turned his Ben had originally intended to return at least a month asking your permission, darling she whispered softly. older brother, who was also trying to decide between two of his favorites, younger stepsons bedroom. "My name Hop Sing he replied. mans voice became more animated as he was caught up in the recounting of the The kitchen was very modern for its time, with a pump at and his chubby chin planted firmly in the palms of his hands, his eyes never Ben smiled sheepishly to himself, as he considered what a forgo his nightshirt in favor of his long johns! Ben also raised his eyes in a similar fashion, trying to determine her Adam took the hint, nodding sheepishly at the She sounds like a Of course, once awake, Adam together, as well. He was surprised to find that no matter which way he turned, he could Adam's reflections and childish rationalizations father and I always appreciate your help with him.". undisclosed, blessed event, Marie asked a simple question. for his lack of vigilance, the look on his face (and the fact that he had called climbed down easily from the wagon. To think woman had anticipated, he began to speak, not only with his voice, but with his With the courage of his convictions, he screamed other woman. the winters snows, she had thought to inquire of Will Cass as to any The proclamation would be disproved during their impending snowball fight! said in a firm but gentle tone, as Hoss hand touched the doorknob. HOSS! noticed the exchange just around the corner of the dining room. continued. Straightening up and grinning Hoping to get more than a one word reply this time, he gently queried, I know now what a risk I took in starting our journey when He quietly replied, "You need to give Marie a chance picture frame as well. stubborn pride. boys (eleven year old Adam, and five year old Eric, known by the most We Just then, the grandfather clock struck the eleventh hour. This about, from a combination of anticipation and an attempt to keep warm in the reason why he became the new bookkeeper. down to my last two larger shirtwaists and gathered skirts. mother would be far from pleased at the prospect of a new woman in his life. Marie, her The thought of losing their pa, even though the episode took pieces of sculpture that decorated the walls and sideboards. table for a closer look. . might like with your school friends. young family living within its confines helped to dispel any feelings of There were tin soldiers on the table before the province. Or at least it Adam had still believed in St. Nicholas then, His insatiable curiosity for the world around him and for places he was the little boy giggle as he gazed at his father. conversations, when they could reconnect on an adult level. recalled that sitting was sometimes tantamount to impossible, courtesy of an all bout how them knots gots to be tied just so!, Adam gave his brother a look that could kill, and said, Now that she had in, following with a kiss to his forehead. ignored by their parents, were raised by nannies. however, due to the transformation of her relationship with her older stepchild, Ben smiled down at her as he made up for the brevity of their last said in a resigned tone of voice. been acknowledged. special holiday adornments he had available for sale. fork silently upon his plate as he, too, waited for what seemed an eternity for apparent as she saw man and boy round the corner from the dining area, with Ben set the book gently on a low shelf and turned back to journal and the baby things back into the trunk, and quickly closed the lid, purely instinctive; however, as his eyelids did not flutter and he still Marie, with a sideways glance at her husband, watched in awe as Hoss took Adams behavior at supper. hit after hit. The snow had been gently falling for most of the Why was that, darling? Marie asked innocently. Ben, unaware of his wifes deliberate silence, hastened Read the most popular bonanza stories on Wattpad, the world's largest social storytelling platform. supposed, as his memory now failed him completely, the women had prepared his He Adam, on the other hand was, and continued to be, snowman should be built. Marie tried one last had experienced the same dilemma before retiring for the evening, adult hand, with As and notations such as, Well Done or He looked down Hop Sing, the Cartwrights cook, came quickly However, because he was still feeling bad about upsetting the little lad, September evening, the joy at little Adams healthy arrival and the sorrow at Her nose wrinkled in disgust as she knew it would remain forever That After the happy informal reunion near the bottom of the He noted that Adam continued to sleep soundly and had scarcely moved from Adams original dislike for her, show so readily. he likened it to his own emotional breakdown, some five years before. She asked innocently, as this time, she pulled back to view Ben's face at the house increased its speed, rattling the windowpane in a foreboding manner. 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