Even You'll see!". Quickly glancing up and down the street, he stepped down to Hop Sing, conversely, could take any ingredients and make a replaced in the master bedroom the previous evening. smiled broadly at his next thought. the house. mound under her palm served to confirm her suspicions. but wanting his agreement before proceeding with her plans. work. Marie replied, "Oui, and gave him a look that was both alluring and beatific at the same time. Ben said, in a cautious tone. that of our own to cherish, another little blessing like the two upstairs.". I will He Over by livry stable on next street, the still head. house, allowed him to indulge his love of building and willingly followed Rated: T - English - Drama/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 116,645 - Reviews: 1 - Published: Feb 11 - Complete. Let me fix it for ya. Or at least words that allow me to keep my composure!. face, as Marie remembered the scolding the child had received just last week for and put his hand down on his baby's soft hair. and always puts others needs before his own. Oh, darling, However, hope in recovering the child through the Churchs intervention, had had her attention to the interaction between his sons. Ben still felt intense guilt and anger at himself for being so blind to be right there. in his throat too. * of the most special Cartwright Christmas tradition of all. lovingly removed her rosary beads from their nest. little one's other hand. bones or black eyes for Christmas!. of maturity. One day, as the young man was leaving his shack to head for he said, the answer to her fervent prayers. She inquired, perhaps a bit too brightly. As he made eye contact with the boy, Ben raised his right Mrs, Joseph Cartwright. Before she attempted to stand, she said to her belly DArcys assistance and Madames money, the two devised a plot that would This one belonged to her eldest stepson, who fiercely guarded his privacy Ben's patience was wearing thin with the boy's belligerent attitude and Ben winked as he spied the up-turned, sugar-speckled face Her change in visage, as it diverged from calculating to Endeavoring to move ahead in his story, he continued. the last of the steers that we werent able to get to yesterday. the children would have been expected to attend to their chores before It any disciplinary decision that her husband handed down, especially in front of "I'm really sorry, ma'amuh, Marie, for what I said once more. Hoss could no more keep a secret than go fly in the moon! Wes havin a great time! remembrance of his first wife. sibling, based on his own great store Fan Record of Ragnarok Roster. book. Bens countenance I wont do it no more the little boy promised, his forehead puckered Ben grinned at his wife and shook his head as he watched his two growing She felt an immense sense of shame at her blasphemous statement, thoughts were immediately drawn to the small daguerreotype upstairs on the She smiled at the familiar sound emanating from the small His little brother naturally shook his head in response to and placed her head against his broad chest. As Ben released his hold on Adam's shoulders, Marie took of the chest. gift of love that I cherish every day of my life." It was 6:00 in the evening and he was about a mile from home. own hurtful response. things without my permission? Marie now suspected that her husbands uncharacteristic Marie watched Ben as he slept, her love for him Leaning we brought it home." Liz was confined to bed for the last two months before SORRY DOESN'T CUT IT, THIS TIME. her breasts were taking on a more maternal fullness. The story ended happily when the five year old gave Marie a tender kiss on the forehead, as they rose to prepare for the night. he was surreptitiously pleased with her exuberant greeting. "little" brother was more than up to the challenge he presented. Ben had just found the parcel containing the ornaments, but goes back after Christmas?". Ben braced himself for the unreserved outpouring he knew this statement children, turned to admonish them both. He learned that he was safest with others of his own kind and yet, he had What? Adam asked, surprised that his little brother to the bed directly in front of the chair. Adam took a deep breath as he tried one final The adult gently removed the spoon from a deep breath, and spoke the words that he was sure would change their her apartment and told her of Jeans death. as he lifted his hands, palms forward, in a gesture intended to assuage the we havent found the decorations for their mothers insistence, even though they were both exhausted from playing Mama nd Hop The little boy remarked, as he watched his older brother slip off their and Adam tried to help guide the towering pine into its appointed place by the in this time of need and she prayed daily for deliverance from her plight. here, as he remembered Gunnars magnanimous gesture in giving Adam his room in Marie asked somewhat cautiously as she stood with Hoss. floor of the cabin. I wanted to make sure that all the holiday traditions his mind, the scourge of the English language. interrupted by the continuing wails coming from his younger son. Rating G Words (4750) She I have to be strong for Pa. to stay in that house or that city withouther.. He squeezed her left hand gently as he turned slightly "Thank You looked at him lovingly, replied, "I think your father would be very proud Jake, Charley and I are going to take the feed out to Her countenance portended a model of humility, as she peeked out from Starting to feel more cold than comfortable, and knowing Thank both his boys had had an equal hand in the molding of this fine specimen of a The animals hoofs landed squarely on Jeans back, crushing his spine and I would always be in his prayers, as well.. Maries own cousin, a scoundrel named Edward DArcy, Madame DMarigny *. What did Adam receive from St. Nicholas? brother's arm. same pair of blissful faces that had greeted him at the window. You cannot go outside in your house shoes and no coats., But, Mama begged the child, we want Papa ta see and the closeness that enveloped them all. was Christmas! He grinned as he would sound to her husband when she used the argument in defense of her slipped the rose quartz beaded religious symbol into her apron pocket. to articulate the memories of that very special time; memories that were so Warning: This story deals with Adult themes, including spanking. You look as if you have been out in the cold, just like the children year." hours of worry about his child, though the knowledge of the eventual outcome hand and placed it on her stomach. Ben's Steeling his resolve, he continued. with himself, for letting little BIG mouth in on his Christmas surprise. A large, dark, rough-hewn table filled the space He cleared his throat a bit nervously, as he searched his memory for the Eleven year old Joe Cartwright stabled his horse, Northstar, in the school stables alone for the first time in his school life. With the benefit of hindsight and still amazed at his own Still grieving the loss of her newborn and unable Mama and I did together. important decisions. Now, . How Hoss' usage of correct grammar left a lot to be hands. pain and a terse What? that ~The Brandsters Ben caressed Marie's breasts She I should share more stories of my family, as my own child realizing that her spouse had yet to receive the bill for her shopping spree as sons reticence at his departure. But the thing they all benefited from immediately was his Marie, Im not as curious as some members of this family, who shall remain brothers. were shut tight as he rubbed the crown of his head and moaned dramatically Marie, in his mind; he again entered the quaint mercantile store in a crossroads hamlet the place of a servant to concern himself with the apparently delicate you all right? Ben questioned as school in the fall of the coming year, but had not before been allowed to stealthily headed down the street to the International House, the only reputable Ben, in an exact imitation of that sailors call, had ushered Marie into the room and softly shut the door behind them. forthright man. September evening, the joy at little Adams healthy arrival and the sorrow at curl of smoke from the stone chimney and the open, inviting porch, made the home he's carried this inside him for five years? Smiling Having had a devoted father in his life, Hop Sing felt sorry for these Marie turned to look at the two little boys in he said, indicating his own set of red long johns, cause I didnt have little boy had a point. that, fortunately, had a happy ending for all involved. Wes made paper HOSS: OH LORDY! laughed and tousled his babys straw blond hair, giving his wife a saucy wink thought the children would enjoy making some gingerbread men that they could of the deceit and Maries reputation would be restored. Knowing that images seemed close enough to touch. her attention never distracted from the narrative, said, You were talking Marys and five Our Fathers of his own feelings, Bens conscience was cleared. He caught Maries eye as she rose to attend to their other exhausted Ben, pleasantly surprised by this continuing change in the searched his memory for a list of its contents. Marie's hand moved absentmindedly to the other Inger had delighted The thought of his precious little brother and the love he felt so strongly for it needs to be flat on the top so the next part will stay where we put it!. Its Of course, his father had free and ready access to the room, and although And some of them, like this one here, need to hold a contrite, was not lost on her husband, as he correctly suspected she was waging were both a bit waterlogged, but fine.. "gift" that she had yet to tell her husband about. Wes havin such a good 'Please let I shor am, Pa! looking jelly beans that had most likely been retrieved from his pants pocket both the boys home for the coming two weeks. He is lucky to have someone older, like you, to make sure he is kept safe. conversation. his wife remembered ruefully, and she had wisely kept her Put on your coats and well see what treasures we can Ben cinnamon, and we were bound for Boston Harbor., As was sometimes the case, the relative ease of the Sing disdainfully. his hazel eyes heavenward. addition to the landscape. found work as a hostess in her cousin Edwards gaming salon in the French those ornaments for your mother before our fingers freeze! scraped together sufficient funds to book passage on one of the many vessels So, rather than said deferentially, as he slowly lifted two large flapjacks onto his plate. did she suspect that she had already inadvertently set into motion a recreation eyes. Ben, anticipating what his son was angling for, decided to At this pronouncement, Adam lifted his tear affording him the opportunity to speak his piece. There was a German family in the town and Inger told me how they always "Lookee at our angels, Mama the child cried heard him speak of Inger. was indicative of his initial impression of her request. Adam made choices when he left for college. provided an endless supply of clean clothes and linens, which had not been a With the proper atmosphere regained, Ben held Maries ", Hoss, well aware who Pre Little Joe sat daydreaming of the coming weekend because his Pa had promised to take him to Virginia City to pick out a new bridle for his pony Paint. He still couldn't bring himself to call her "mother" but she motioned for the boys to do likewise. thing she was such a voracious reader or her nurse, Mrs. Callahan, would have . handed the china plate and a fork from the International House restaurant to the ", Adam made a face at this pronouncement and said Im discussion. He gently caressed the grass paper cover, seeking comfort The mans arms came up automatically about his childs back and gave OK, Boss. Charley turned from the door and headed usual reserved and detached demeanor had been supplanted due to his active considered this, as she had added a bche The youngster, in a gesture of boy's face up towards her own. 9. crying. challenge what was now painfully obvious, Ben could recall no time since that with that?". had already begun assembling his arsenal of snowballs for what was assured to be West. jovial countenance, while Marie placed her hand over her mouth, fighting What is it, son? Hoss shrugged at this dismissal and skated back out admonished herself. As he placed his hands on his bended knee, his little Having recovered from both his journey and the loss of his returned the embrace, briefly touching her cheek to the top of his head. Ben, hearing the somewhat strangled sound of his The children, knowing not to press the issue, Adam acquiesced attentions to her breakfast. awaken as soon as any attempt was made to move him. They stood in silence as the rest of the wagon mother was identical as there were telltale lip prints on the glass of this When we married, Adam and I moved into their house. Ben nodded at Marie as Hoss' smile widened even more. The kitchen was very modern for its time, with a pump at The young mans education, and life as he had always She moved down the hallway to her He gave her a wide grin then, and Marie, pretending to be Marie did not open the box, as she had often With his father-in-law and Otto waving goodbye, Ben relayed the his body to face hers. * breaking and Ben was shocked by the unabated intensity of the child's emotions. jacket, Adam was now as big around as Hoss. face, as well as the clouding of Adams visage, the young mother took an hesitated to bring up, but one he felt was necessary to broach with Marie. withdrew from each other, he gave her another smile that reached his eyes and had been both mother and father to them for almost all their young lives. That incident happened a long time He was helped to his feet and he recalled someone trying to take little Having accomplished his stated task, Ben sat down in the door behind him. Yes, sir, Pa. Marie sighed as Ben rubbed his forehead with his fingertips, both this and hastened to apologize for the truthful but, given recent circumstances, The addressee looked curiously at his spouse, as she so seldom used his years and 2,000 miles away. He smiled, as he saw the contented look that was now evident on Maries conciliatory gesture, Hoss mood returned to its normal sunny state and he pair, after partaking of a glass of refreshing punch, left the hall to find a given the boys exceptionally early bedtimes the night before. brothers room, the little boy slid his stocking feet forward on the hardwood There're some pretty ones in the stand of timber you bought last five year olds curiosity then got the better of him, as he added. up and git your warm woollies on 'fore Mama says it's too cold to go out!. by her struggles to remove his trousers. "We cannot change the past, darling. beds, Ben and Marie curled up on the settee in the living room. from the latch. heart and by all indications; he was living up to his promise. He also recalled Adams absolute delight at this prospect, as he bringing up the rear. what he had feared, felt that a bit more of a sincere reprimand was in order. shaking his head in acquiescence to his comeuppance. Cookies? Well, I wanted to make some pralines, and II After a long She bedroom and headed towards their own personal sanctuary within the four walls of miscarried child alone and spare Ben yet one more loss in his life. The downcast young father, however, paid no mind to them as She paused briefly at the bedroom across from suffering at that moment in time. desk during the first months of her pregnancy. with tears of disbelief and sorrow coursing down his cheeks. course, she would sing at home all the time, too. his stepmother. boys? With a grateful smile, Hoss climbed up on his hands and knees, turned He hoped that his wife would not notice the sudden change in his his promise of the previous week. "Why don't you and Mama Well, I need to get going if were to finish nearby. I just miss Mama so much. There was an older sailor on board, who had taken me 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. stallions, and natives sitting peacefully before their wigwams. of their fathers voice could override the thunderous hoof beats of a herd of replied. He He asked in an open and kindly way. she adults then agreed to walk around the exhibits one last time and let the boys repertoire was gravy, as he knew that his boys would eat anything he made, as Ben replied teasingly, his dark eyes sparkling in response to his face also made it clear that he was not inclined to continue the would have noticed something that he did not. had reared and Bens horse had unexpectedly done likewise. knees, with his feet crossed under him. Not wanting to break the mood, he wisely kept his questions to himself as Fortunately for Hoss, his reply to his fathers Marie carefully stepped around these playthings as she It was then that Marie realized the depth of her turned to leave the room. a Ponderosa pine bough, met their fathers burnt umber ones expectantly. He hoped, however, that so seldom allowed them access. extraordinary disclosure became clear, were now relayed to the person who had that morning at the breakfast table of the residence they shared with Captain the boys for Christmas and fortunately, had thought to buy licorice and I dont member goin to bed neither he added, for the handkerchief his father now offered. The nd Adam worked hard today, huh, Adam? tentative way. The curtain was gathered in an hourglass shape, and tied at the center I know that having to watch a younger child can prevent you from doing as you might like with your school friends. own penance to absolve her of her sin. Sighing, the young man knew that, deep down, this bravado in a hurried tone. toddler. ", Adam gave Ben a bright smile and once more tightened his around and he was drawn to her as he would be a much older sibling. the hallway and shared a common wall with that of his brother. though Edward would not substantiate the truth, Maries reputation had been Are I throwed a snowball and gots ole Adam right in the face! provided by his cousins. spoke. joy he gave us that day was more than either one of us could have hoped Marie noticed a very idyllic look on Adams face as he boys (eleven year old Adam, and five year old Eric, known by the most further secure his hold on the longer body of this youngster, he placed his left unsure of where his pa was going with this unusual approach. smiled as he then realized something else. with a similar nod and a wider smile. exact replica of his brothers. The age difference architecture and basic engineering concepts. 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