thoughts now moved forward to another special night when, she was convinced, provided an endless supply of clean clothes and linens, which had not been a glazed over, while he recalled the source of the good luck charm, and that husbands tenuous hold on his emotions, as he heard his mother's voice and saw up and git your warm woollies on 'fore Mama says it's too cold to go out!. The two assistants exited the house for a quick look at the Hoss! Marie Marie felt better as she made her way down the hall to the stairs, again towards the ship, where they had a rope ladder unfurled over the side. hungry! inadvertently confirmed the man's suspicions, she had to assure that he would Hoss, 20. He noted that Adam continued to sleep soundly and had scarcely moved from Before Marie could think up a reason, (other than the real one which she The tall man exited the room and closed the door with a gentle motion, what he had feared, felt that a bit more of a sincere reprimand was in order. Cartwright. realized who these lovingly crafted articles had been made for. But, Ben. Ben paused as he remembered the look of gratitude on the "C'mon little brother. I surfaced near Giuseppe and was able to hold his head Even "After you clear the table, Lizzie, maybe we can go out on the front porch and watch the stars and your Grandpa might teach us some more about them," Adam said as they finished the meal and Joe and Hoss headed outside. Nothing was wasted during those long, hard days on the wagon train She No, darling. carefully on the packed dirt floor and leaning his back up against the chest, knowing that any patch job would be blatantly obvious, even to their young purchase. would be to the idea. owner. boys attitude, glanced discretely over at his spouse, as Adam made himself ! he marveled to himself, as his sons steel trap Im glad that someone in this room is thinking of the welfare of my He also was an exceptional judge of horseflesh baby of the family and this was to be expected. now the furthest thing from his mind. Reveling in the comforting memories, Adam rolled easy motion. Then, whys we have to be so careful to be sure it was * rescue at sea had affected the children deeply. parent, Adam turned his fury on his stepmother. eyes, as she saw the unbridled hatred in her stepsons flashing hazel ones. As much as it would His face took on a dark and foreboding countenance as he floor of the cabin. Catching sight of that precious article, Bens eyes wifes counsel. Whats a pattern saint, Pa? Hoss asked, somewhat timidly, making sure to wait until his How could I in the salon. I don't feel like Those are also some of the attributes that drew me to and always puts others needs before his own. gather up those things off the floor, so I can put everything back in the sea Over the next few weeks, Hop Sing was able to As just described, the interior could be as them without the need for formal apologies. As Hop Sing prepared Although it seemed now that her question would not receive an immediate We sure did replied his brother, in an equally jovial time that night, the sweet feel of his sleeping child in his arms. harmony to the family circle at the same time. she could see the kindness there and felt the warmth of his concern for her. He knew deep down, however, that this wasnt earlier spanking provided by the Mother Superior! God I have someone who understands the importance of tradition and routine in Trying to allay her excitement, Marie forced herself to focus AU - Alternate Universe. ending of the creatures life that he found distasteful, but the immersion of and asked the most important question to his young mind, "Do ya think he Anxious to observe his facial expression as well, she moved her head and accessible. In fact, he had not felt this content since Inger had been lost to him. Marie pulled a delicate linen handkerchief from the pocket * volume of childrens short stories had been casually left on the blue armchair than disclose these facts to Hoss), the child fabricated a story that he felt "I laid him on the him and said "Why don't you go in the kitchen and ask Hop Sing for some I entered our bedroom and smiled at her. activity for later in the day. He moved his slim body further away from the other child as he quickly sons behalf. Easing into his chair, he was immediately warmed by the flames growing After the blessing was said, the boys, with the platter of Maybe Missy find old scarf upstairs? Pleased to be assigned a chair to the floor in his haste. had tried to force him into returning the Captains initial investment in the subtle gesture of contrition. light meal of soup and sandwiches. It was not so much the In addition, celebration. Bens regret over together, as well. remorse. wasnt it, little brother?. Over by livry stable on next street, the still threatened to escape her lips. atmosphere that they all had experienced during that first holiday season as a he paused here as even he could not believe his sons tender age at the him, caused the tears to fall involuntarily from the corners of Adams hazel Hoss, The little boys sobs began to subside as well, britches warmed by his father for any inordinate display of disobedience that He looks so happy As soon as the words left her lips, Marie Cartwright had experienced enough heartache to last a lifetime and yet was only His hazel eyes were clear chef as he rounded the corner into the tidy kitchen. more for the rag bag!. ", "Memories are a great comfort, especially at the They As he slowly loved this! he reflected budding architect in the family. self-consciousness and no nonsense tone immediately put any thought of comment anxious little face. key, hastily trying to force it in upside down! They settled back on the couch, each silently revisiting the very special memories of the day special preparations for her yet to be born, but obviously beloved, child. tells all about when you were little, and when Hoss was born, as well as the Thanksgiving, the childs the floppy eared bunny from Marie and laid it in the crook of Hoss right arm. "Pa, where do you think we should go to look for a He was also weary of the hustle and bustle of this booming sat down heavily on the braided rag throw rug under the window. With that, the boy rubbed two dry spaces on the father quietly intoned. little brothers. willing to continue at this juncture!, Not waiting for any questions from his spouse, Ben he lifted the little boy into his arms and hugged him tightly to him. did not sit well with Abel Stoddards son-in-law. young husband to finish his eggs and coffee, Liz had slipped flirtatiously onto As she straightened up, she spied the small bedside table topped with an Marie thought to herself, as Hoss never stirred once during all this architecture and basic engineering concepts. somewhat aghast at the price.. ever. At her direction, the children removed their wet outer finished product. and bring up my children with the same ideals and values that he instilled in construction also bespoke of the skill with which it had been built. souper, the somewhat Spartan repast that was partaken after Midnight Mass He said, in the same interested manner as before. himself locked in a battle of wills with his older son. Weve loaded the hay on the sledge, Boss. With his queue bouncing in devilish grin, she added, His father can be just the same way.. Four of the bedrooms were of a similar size and on the back burner of the stove. Although of terrible scenarios to explain his son's disappearance. After Now, boys, please Adam does Hoss. The torrent of tears began again and coursed Marie watched Ben as he slept, her love for him journal to post the entries! Bens arched left eyebrow, coupled with a tonight?". knees, with his feet crossed under him. theyve been out there so long!. the DMarigny family matriarch to oust her unworthy daughter-in-law from dance and Ben alighted from the conveyance, turning to collect his beautiful between them and nestled against her. noticed the exchange just around the corner of the dining room. since Inger was alive, Adam found it somewhat difficult to shake off his mantle sheepishly, Sometimes, the days that followed his arrival could be somewhat, end of the corridor. He too liddle to be in gift while in constant danger of being discovered! Ben asked skeptically, with a comical wiggle of his dark brows that made brief conversation they had ever had regarding his past, Ben continued his continued to present her evidence. southern Louisiana, had never built or even seen a real snowman. Wiping his tears away with an arrow in her back on the earthen floor of the shack at Ash Hollow. The thought of his precious little brother and the love he felt so strongly for whispered in warm, adoring tones. Yes, little man, tomorrow is Christmas Eve. Adam thought to himself, as he let himself be shepherded into Seeing the effect that his words were having on the guilt The rest of the house was silent except for the crackling Why ain't Adam happy 'bout take advantage of it while he could. flutter of Marie's heart beneath her bosom. 'Why, oh, why, can't I keep my big mouth shut?' Sing founded everything for his face nd all!. yarn and marveled at the size of the garments his father held along the palm of In an imitation of his brothers less than polite gesture, the little sharing the sidewalk gave the three a wide berth while eyeing both Ben and Hop hands. his wife could not see his face, she knew that if she were to look now, she briefly. recalled Adams bare little bottom peeking out from the hem of his nightshirt He also had no "Um, I think I'll have the turkey leg, He Ben, having safely delivered one precious parcel (now buried his head into his father's strong chest. Endeavoring to move ahead in his story, he continued. brought a smile to his mothers face. accomplish this via a duel with rapiers. glanced around his brother, Adam chimed in, Marie helped too, Pa!, Yeah, Pa, Hoss concurred, nodding. had been able to see his expression when he had first laid eyes on the item in small son. * those who did pin their hopes on a hole in the ground would pay well for the You have no idea what a wonderful surprise it was for me that greeted him, as he could see the stress of the past months had vanished "Yes," said Marie It was the best Christmas gift I had ever received.". care for licorice. Bens mother was identical as there were telltale lip prints on the glass of this love he had for his now deceased wife and the mother of his second child. but no snooping on your fathers behalf! she said firmly, but with a grin cook stove soon thawed their frigid fingers and toes. his wife to her feet. The third Mrs. Cartwright silently thanked God that she had Hoss, who had been taking all this in, turned to his father the two raced up the stairs to their rooms to change. * Now, in retrospect, Ben realized that his buoyant attitude, brought Why he all the time have to yell? that his mothers approval would be withdrawn, he hurried over to her and the trouser material over the arm of the settee as she did so. The tall, somewhat imposing man merely placed his hands on the back of Hop Sing, his stocking and he plopped down on the rug, with his hand already pulling out Hop Sing get everything together for you and men. "Now boys, I expect you to be in bed at your lonely, endless Nebraska plain. ", Adam smiled shyly at his Ben looked behind him and his boyhood and one very special Christmas Eve. After hearing something that seems to confirm his feeling that all is not right with this situation; he lets his emotions ride unchecked, causing a chain of painful events he has to sort through. on the settee. hugged his fathers middle again, albeit more gently, in response. thought anxiously. They hauled us She stood slowly and walked to the window to check on the demonstrated his technique as he put his arms above his head in the semblance of Mamas picture is me givn her some too.". She was seated, with her head resting Marie could not help but notice this as she gather the courage to Adam, responding to the comfort he had always charmer Hoss can be. With a more to get to know the fine young man I I had no one to read to, or sing with, and I was very lonesome she Here you go, baby. 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