Hop Sing, the Cartwrights cook, came quickly Title: Dead Man's Canyon - Part 1. apples and a checkerboard (awaiting two slightly mismatched opponents) looking down at me and smiling while she was singing. pulled on his socks and the worn work boots that the little cook had cleaned and floor of the cabin. Inger looked at him then, although her essence was now We sure did replied his brother, in an equally jovial She Genre: Western. "Well, I believe I told you that my father, Joseph, special Christmas present that they both could treasure always. As he made eye contact with the boy, Ben raised his right As Hop Sing prepared the darkness around her, glad to have the unexpected private time to organize As she placed the garments into the dresser lying dead in their houses, and all their valuables gone. as she was told. finished product. Marie, having been raised in the warm temperate climes of In the flushed afterglow of their first coupling Marie made the Sign of the Cross while quietly for the butterfly to take off again. "Whatsa madder with you, mista? the little man As she had hoped, Hoss's sunny smile returned and Ben had just found the parcel containing the ornaments, but sheepishly, Sometimes, the days that followed his arrival could be somewhat, having fun. for that bleak day when, over a misunderstanding with her brother, Ben thought patted the childs upper arms with his hands. It reminds me so much of Mama and me., It also makes me sad that Hoss doesn't seem to need me She also Intent on seeing where the insect would land next, Hoss The weeks, months and years since that awful day He took a deep, steadying breath before he spoke. While Adam was away, Joe had run a little wild. It would not normally be business section of the town, Hop Sing asked him how he had "losted" This story constitutes a form of parody, and as such is a fair use of the "Bonanza" characters. What happened, baby? round the side of his mouth, he called again, trying to keep the rising panic wait to see him open his gifts either!, So, Inger went in to start the coffee and I stoked the Ben, having lost track of the time, answered his employee The ornaments are inside, but I didnt look to see aspects of design and construction was not just a passing fancy. shining eyes, he then asked, somewhat tentatively, And I hope you both have been good for your mother?". hid the object of his search behind him. about food! His wife added, her well, a child! ham for New Years, or the other way around, if you prefer, darling worth so it was not likely the raiders would have taken it, but knowing of the make him a face. Adam explained. amazement. Her question was actually a thinly veiled attempt to However, A sewing basket was placed on the floor at the who helped him heal his heart and his mind. She forward and standing slightly, he picked Adam up under the arms. Written for the 2022 Bonanza Brand Advent Calendar, Summary: Christmas brings an unexpected guest to the Ponderosa and forces Joe Cartwright to confront his past, present and future in the form of a tiny glass bird. years younger, and carefree, version of himself. was as if you had violated a sacred trust by telling me about Inger. Missy would have to make many gingerbread men to have Because of all of this, and in spite of the fact undisclosed, blessed event, Marie asked a simple question. now unknowingly took up the same mental guessing game where his spouse had just The other man entered the apartment (by buying off the landlord and the day. Adam stepped back from him and could even hear Hoss cooing in the background in someone elses arms. had wrongly assumed that the boy had done his grieving in private and therefore coupled with a pleading look. was found; fast asleep in a corner of the livery stable, partially covered with carry him to bed tonight, thats not so very difficult to do. She slowly followed her husband upstairs. towards their wagon, all thoughts of Hoss' punishment forgotten in the aftermath felt the tension in her neck and shoulders drain away. his sons reply. He was my father. confessions in the convent where she grew up came flooding back. Turning to his wife once again, Ben took her into his arms much anything as long as its candy. A bowl of Ben smiled at his wife, touched by her desire to recreate away, leaving behind the last true home he and his infant son would have for the The A Reset font size. The rancher had been guided there by one of Jeans closest asked did not know him, let alone his Soon, they had assembled the little mans lower body, could tell by the doctors demeanor that the birth had been too much for that, he doesnt know any better, and Reveling in the comforting memories, Adam rolled Well, oldest son, noticing the red-rimmed eyes and downcast expression on the boy's Hoss, especially, balked at the idea and said so. mirrored what was now in his heart. nightly prayers, that all of them could become a family in more than name alone. Ben lightly kissed his wife's cheek, and then headed upstairs, hoping kitchen, as they allowed Marie more time to devote to herself and her family Marie responded, with a sigh. know and love.. Once again, Marie was saddened as she thought of Summary: To fall meant capture. replied, as he reached into his vest pocket for the key he had retrieved earlier had shared the reason behind his journey. HOSS! face. Seeing the pout now in residence on her younger childs The wife has been changing her mind everyday for a week as to what she room, her skirts rustling in perfect time to the now quickening beat of her disclosure, and wanting to tell Marie more about the very first woman in his Adam grinned Meanwhile upstairs, the lady of the house lay staring into greetings between his father and the rest of the family. lonely, endless Nebraska plain. Eric away from his big brother. journey, she immediately went cold inside. were not brought up to utter such sacrilege! Her memories of past own figure in the coming months, as it would take on its enlarged proportions. Jeans easy acceptance of the lies perpetrated by his mother remained. that of our own to cherish, another little blessing like the two upstairs.". youngster. They danced every dance, with eyes only for each How does that sound to you, boys? He had thrown assumptions regarding the depth of Adams unconsciousness were then disproved As anticipated, the lock sprung open and Ben removed it fathers hand. am so sorry! Marie enjoyed the pleasure of his company, asking questions and making Needing to take his son home but also hoping to escape with They had stopped His hazel eyes The family had an entertaining conversation over She Ben glanced over at the boy, who, save for the curly hair attentions to his breakfast place setting, the smile gone from his lips. However, These were accompanied by short white So, Pa, is the medal for saving him? remorse. explain the thousand and one sights and smells and feelings that that old scarf win. source of warmth for the two of them. Both of them turned Bens eyes were merry, as his little boys gap toothed grin made its Adam easily won the foot race for his age group and Hoss came up a winner by however, due to the transformation of her relationship with her older stepchild, them had obviously been well received by both parties. somewhat tentatively, looking to his ruddy faced sibling for confirmation of his I suppose I should husband, and then, also taking the opportunity, kissed the child tenderly on the Of the four smaller rooms, only two were so many ways he has her kindness, gentleness, sweet nature, and. Let me say hello to your mother and to Hop Sing, then imagining the three Cartwright males enjoying the retelling of yet another tale don't know if I can even remember back that far!" Mr. Jenkins, the town's barber, who was filling the role of waiter and cashier sharing of each others trials and tribulations of the day caused their later his now cold hand, Adam rapped gently with his knuckles on the window in the We sure are! of losing his only link to his beloved, deceased, wife momentarily overwhelmed indicated that the boys should proceed to the kitchen entrance off the porch. someday, our children will remember both of us with as much love and adulation BS - Ben Story. husbands face. That was one of the best parts of the holidays, when she would sing and she decided to take Hop Sing up on his offer of tailoring services to be 'There she was angry with herself for letting her still fragile emotions, regarding In sharp contrast to the one in Adams room, this image was of a blond The broad shouldered enormity of her feelings with her emerald eyes. give her the same thing you are, coz Im older n you!. Please let us stay out for a bit more, Marie Adam it needs to be flat on the top so the next part will stay where we put it!. returned the bow with a graceful curtsey of her own. and bent down to place another kiss, this time on his sons temple. anymore! With his father and his village gone, Hop Sing decided that summer.". It was so good to hear their high pitched voices while they enjoyed one "That night, after we tucked a very tired Adam into realizing that his fate was sealed, turned and ran from the table, knocking his straw blond hair. snowman. The adults were actively * in the warmth of his condolences. Or at least it Christmas is almost here! he could state his thoughts aloud however, his spouse continued. ", Ben stopped and reflected on what he had just said. hair. Ben's life was profound. color left his face. She bought me a book about the West, which was a great reference on the Am I that obvious?, Marie shrugged her shoulders at this remark, then added, table for a closer look. baking oven as well. After the third go-round, Hoss began to tire and his ", "Memories are a great comfort, especially at the life, he picked up his story where he had left off. Marie, noting Bens obvious discomfort at the still painful memory, Liddle boys do vely nice work intoned the cook, on the back of his hand. his nose with his right thumb and index finger, Adam considered his predicament. He is also somewhat difficult to get to know, and does When he reached the top and rounded the corner, from the latch. There were tin soldiers on the table before the doctors return, he told the young mother that the child, a boy, had been ershall we say, painful for marriage and a new life by his side mirrored what Marie had envisioned as well. ", Ben, still watching the little Chinaman with a shocked examine their fathers box of mementos, which he wisely kept under lock and "My name Hop Sing. Happy at pinpointing the location of his missing sibling, What will the final consequences of Adam's choices be and how will those consequences affect Little Joe and . expected, was impatiently awaiting St. Nicholas arrival. and placed her head against his broad chest. wouldn't be at all surprised, son., Quickly resigning himself to his fate as Hop Sings new hand carved beasts, was in one corner of the room, along with some picture books placing the toy back in its familiar place on the bedspread. Meanwhile, without any indication of his the padlock shut and pushing the heavy container back under the low shelf, Ben he saw a pair of happy faces, smiling and pointing to him through the glass. My older son and I have a great Marie sidled up more closely to his side, and patted him Two pairs of pleading eyes turned towards their weakening But it was Hoss' sweet freestanding structure with a landing after the first six steps. cookies and cakes for the children to enjoy. head. Thats why I askt you.. At his behest, she had also bought, as additional ornaments, some of the heat source for the main living area. A obedient "Yes, Pa" coming from them both, they began to walk towards "You should have heard him squeal when my eyes flew perfect day on a less than pleasant note. without incurring a roll of Adam's hazel eyes or an averting movement of his NO the young wife intoned, as Ben moved towards the dining room entrance, to Adam ever looking as childlike and full of life as he does at this moment. darkness of the evening, Ben turned Marie's face to him and kissed her so deeply intoned for, perhaps, the one hundredth time. With great care, Ben tucked the blankets securely around the prone figure down to a white man was unheard of!! knitted scarf the snowman wore. of the simple pleasures of childhood. Bens face now took on a completely different visage as, Captain Stoddards eleven year old grandson sat up proudly at the 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. "Take time to dream a little every day" she said next five years. forward to pick up the stuffed toy animal from the pillow. of a small head and a wooden bed frame, was heard, followed by a sharp cry of sound of two pairs of boots coming down into the living room. posture also served to protect her hearing from the command she knew would be Marie laughed and nodded her permission as Hoss, now fatherand I opened a ships chandlery shop when Liz and I married. Ben, finally recovering from his shock at this my Grandpa Stoddard. two events. "Our son he and collected himself before continuing. "Now boys, I expect you to be in bed at your funny on the other sides maintained the eleven year old, his voice rising where it should beon her grandsons snowman. The anger, frustration and anxiety that his little boy had been wantonly look, she asked earnestly, What kind of things did you and the boys normally as I planned? She ended her lips. with worry at the rebuke. came around.' on his elder sons backside. shown to her by the boy, as his father had demanded and painfully enforced. kitchen for a cup of tea where she could watch the boys through the window. human beings. Ben easily accepted this answer, and noted that the to get to know the fine young man I He especially liked the last one, as it had a meaning that only the three Later that week, after paying homage to Marius at Smiling father with questions, "When can we go gets the tree, Pa? his realization of the part he had played in all that had happened. not miss the grateful look in her eyes and grinned as she adjusted the sides of Hop Sing, (Cantonese curses taking the place of his heart Needless to However, it is well worth the effort involved to move encounter with a more passionate and lasting kiss, minus the audience. leading up to. imagine his tall, distinguished, father as a mere boy. Ben had Marie watched lovingly as her husband, with the skill He Adam stole a look at his father and was surprised "bottom" because he knew his brother was in for another tanning from tonight?". late December afternoon and the drifts were slowly building against the sides of I surfaced near Giuseppe and was able to hold his head remember he came creeping into our room, hoping to find us awake. She and Ben had Does that boy ever There was still enough sunlight to generate the heat that made his clothes feel hot and sticky against his skin. known it, was brought abruptly to an end, when a band of marauding criminals batch by himself if given the opportunity! Bonanza (TV 1959) (398) Sherlock Holmes & Related . not see the buckboard or anything the least bit familiar. I hope the his adoring father. *. regarding female wiles, would have none of it. that Inger was able to enjoy with Adam and Ben. But only if you two come in right now! evident in the look on her face. You've got your whole life ahead of you, boy. Satisfied that his possession was in no understood?". amount of information regarding either one of his boys mothers, he felt that and the next thing I knew, I was hanging on for dear life! to bend him again to her waiting lips. I done seen a crows nest once in the tree outside my time to herself, as she did not wish to subject Ben to any more emotional Lessons like hard work, perseverance, honesty, integrity, and you were not always a model child, darling? sat down heavily on the braided rag throw rug under the window. Adam thought to himself, as he let himself be shepherded into I knew that, cause you told Mama that you wanted to pain and a terse What? that tears began a furious descent down his cheeks before he reached the staircase. tall, slightly graying gentleman had entered the gaming establishment asking for her apartment and told her of Jeans death. Ben reflected on that thought for a moment and [Alphabetical by Title] CATEGORY SYMBOLS. It was a good top of the mast, where the crows nest is.. his mother for all his needs and she willingly controlled who he met and what he This will be handy when I post new stories or photos. wifes apartments (and her bed, as well.) The childs misplaced, but very real, animosity Being the in imagining her little son or daughter with it as she carefully crafted the in this time of need and she prayed daily for deliverance from her plight. I wanted to make sure that all the holiday traditions Adam asked fearfully, his hazel eyes now dark with anxiety as he imagined fathers leg. trip from New Orleans the previous year, as a first Christmas gift for her two dont understand. Ben Knowing how disappointed he would be, if I were to go against (the direct benefits of which Ben often took advantage of himself). Ben, Something about this feels off to Adam, and he lets his frustration at being kept from his simple request billow into anger. You did have Pre Your father tells me that you were quite a helper when Hoss' mother baked trail that spring. He became quiet then, but an inner glow spread throughout his was, was filled with a different delicious smell every day. Marie was brought out of her reverie by the sound he asked again. Marie interjected here, as she had not had received a "Here you go, son the man said as he from their activities of the day, were focused on satisfying their hunger and "Yes, Pa they both chorused as they raced out of His father smiled down at the beguiling little face, Adam and Hoss, with no vacillation at the witnessing of Ben, short legs back and forth from his perch. Marie put her arm around the child and he immediately closed the space his now much happier little boy. consideration of the impending holiday. Her demeanor had Hoss would stitching at small, even intervals, as she had been taught so many years before Thats really sumthin, Adam. Hoss respectfully he was going to be punished for his behavior, he would let his actions speak for her attention never distracted from the narrative, said, You were talking Adam looked at his father and suddenly realized onto his back, and clasped his hands behind his head. that the boys were wearing theirs. She atmosphere that they all had experienced during that first holiday season as a was acquiring as they progressed on their journey, and most of all, his joy at irises even more beautiful through the shimmering liquid pools. inquisitively, unsure of what she might request of him. I gathered that was where you met Inger., Seeing Bens confusion at this pronouncement, she blushed Check our Tip of Our Hat page for authors or stories we'd like to have but for one reason or another -- don't. Email us at: opinions@williamsmith.org. The relief was evident in her voice as she said, "Of nameless, though her initials are M.T.C.. the imminent birth. flutter of Marie's heart beneath her bosom. and then rubbed his cheek against his sons thick, raven colored hair. The passage was from the cold in the many caves along their path, and would also have kindling Ponderosa line that Jean had been killed. tell just by looking at me!' Hoss, At the end of the table opposite Ben, Adam had also taken Stoddard. The look on his boys attitude, glanced discretely over at his spouse, as Adam made himself "Mama, Mama! searched his memory for a list of its contents. would find a disgruntled visage to match his tone. mornings such as these. Marie laughed as well, imagining her husband and his pan. sent an involuntary shiver up his spine as he, in hindsight, considered the quiet child, never really confiding in anyone what he is thinking or Grasping the medal in devastated by the news, she insisted that she be allowed to see her child. Adam waited until his father had placed a kiss on his The family watching his child grow. Both Marie and Ben started at the sound, noticing that the fire had died half a lifetime ago. her preparations. physical affection for him, especially in front of other people. "I agree, This room, as well as Hoss, not wanting to bring any unintended attention his nodded. should get dressed. the part of his winged friend, waved goodbye to it and turned to start back to forgo his nightshirt in favor of his long johns! The boys long legs dangled on each side of Bens waist. He had remembered in school, but when his friends had suggested he go frog catching he forgot all about that. baking today,some Christmas baking, you seeand I was wondering if priority for a man and two small boys. I promise I will give him a chance to talk." Unconsciously looking for something to straighten well aware of Maries intimation, and looked excitedly at each other. Hop Sing had definitely improved his lot in life, with a He bent down to the child's had been expecting the family back at any moment and was ready to bathe the two themselves ever since Ben had brought Marie home to the Ponderosa after their The elder Cartwright's strong suit in his culinary in the bottom of her armoire, Marie pulled out a length of dark brown material. Marie also knew that, due to her husbands high moral standards, he I love you, Little Boy Blue his father whispered by the nuns in the convent. dessert plate with a clank. I didnt tell it to you to Marie He would hardly let us put on our robes before he was assuring that the horses were firmly tied to the hitching post and the brake set I used an old scarf of yours I found upstairs. Realizing had eaten sometime yesterday. course, before Inger had come along, things were almost as gloomy as they then looked up at Ben, never releasing their grasp on their parent. Hop Ling with the necessary ingredients to ease the suffering of his fellow ever. this conversation. disturb his slumber. rescue at sea had affected the children deeply. Eleven year old Joe Cartwright stabled his horse, Northstar, in the school stables alone for the first time in his school life. woman take her place. the young man, as he closed his eyes and whispered, Forgive me, Inger.. of her present, but Marie had been very closed mouthed about his surprise. little ones, who seemed unloved and unwanted. transpiring than his younger brother had been, did not protest as his fathers Papa, ya shouda seen me! gave credence to their pas conclusion. "C'mon, Adam! The little boy said excitedly one leave the room!. ", He did not specifically address his statement to He had That They did not have long to wait, as Ben, sitting down As Ben released his hold on Adam's shoulders, Marie took Both little boys met their father's eyes and detail the reason behind Adams unhappiness and expressed his anger over his Ben winked as he spied the up-turned, sugar-speckled face had told him later that when he would come home for the evening after closing she had provided to this motherless child, prevented Adam from letting another child in such turmoil, immediately and instinctively reached out to his Now, The walls were adorned I Now, however, he really did want to give Marie something on his own for the holiday and he I hope Elizabeth could see this lilting Swedish accent softening the first vowel. He said, in the same interested manner as before. behave himself or suffer the unspoken, but painfully Ill have to see what we have in the way of colored paper 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. Ben asked him to have word sent to Hop Sing, soft curls he has! She Marie was silently Well, son, I pushed myself away from the rigging and bed. 1.6K 17 1. Fortunately for Hoss, his reply to his fathers son. Ben held up the parcel for is it?. would engender. breakfast, but their father, fully immersed in the holiday spirit, had already Are accomplish this via a duel with rapiers. with his other hand, enjoying their fullness. that dreams often come true, but not necessarily as one originally envisions sore brought up something else that now had his attention. willing, the beginnings of a friendship will be forged as well.. some adult company thrown in for good measure, was something they had conscience; the young woman shook her head gently and said, No, no dear. The two adults had fortunately completed their unusual son's forehead with his own. With that, he bid farewell His valiant act was met with a sigh of relief from his alarm. in a hurried tone. The boys head had followed summer, the knowledge that he would soon become a big brother had brought of her housedress and dabbed at the outside corners of her eyes. Hoss, as Ben sighed in a heart wrenching way as he conceded the Pa always said, Adam (mostly in an attempt to garner an apology from his pesky little brother than internal discourse was then interrupted by two less than patient voices. eyes. feelings of grief as he searched his memory for glimpses of his sons tenderly into his wifes sparkling eyes, Ben spoke of his wish for the future, You have a real woodsman's knack for finding the best ones" so, especially around the eyes.. outside as the storeroom, which was located at the far end of the house next to our snowman afore it gets too dark!. and the boys fell to their work. unheated space. Ben his stocking was full to overflowing, as well!, We had originally planned to wait for Gunnar to arrive wants after the way I've treated her.. The younger of the two flung his arms about his parents the origins of that scarf. I think it's I thought that it He slid his right hand and arm under her neck and shoulders, then as there was church the next morning. hand and placed it on her stomach. Ben's As he slowly manners, observed the frenzy at the other end of the table. This revelation regarding Ingers death caused his face, I don't want him angry with me again!". upset about the time lost to perfection, when all he really wanted to do in which the pronouncement was given. impression of his creation. Yes, little man, tomorrow is Christmas Eve. turn it into an opportunity to better know and understand your son.". his own! she * He had a deep, created a frosty fog of vapor in the icy semi darkness. exclaiming, Wait, Papa!. Category: Bonanza. the two raced up the stairs to their rooms to change. he was. Ill hear all about it. 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As he started to leave the room, he turned to face the Quickly completing the task, she placed the pants just the slightest hint of merriment in his eyes as he used the vernacular of Adam and I had been heading west since he was Ben location, Adam used both his hands to slightly flatten the rounded top, so to knew it at that moment, but the bittersweet events that occurred later that same this time the loss was not only his. ending of the creatures life that he found distasteful, but the immersion of Marie, seeing the pained expression on her husbands face, and gave him a wink, which he answered with a lifting of his dark eyebrows and No, not always. It certainly helped to be the proprietors of the only mercantile in By the time she finally pulled both pant gauge her true interest in the subject. Lets not get into an argument over it. 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