Posted in Alternate Universe Ben Cartwright Drama Post Timeline

Talking to Jane (by Pat D in PA)

Summary: Ben Cartwright reflects on his life with a kind listener.
Rating: G/K (7201 words)

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Posted in Ben Cartwright Drama Short Stories

Again, By Grace (by JC)

Summary:  A moody portrait of the Ponderosa patriarch, seeking grace amid grief

Rating: T   Word Count 793

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Posted in Ben Cartwright Missing Scene What Happened Next/Later Writing Challenges

A Journey Changed (by AC1830)

Summary: A missing WHN scene at the end of A Journey Remembered. 

Rating: G, Word Count: 745

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So, This is Christmas (by BluewindFarm)

Summary:  Plans aren’t going exactly as Ben expected, and with family and friends not as close as he wanted, life doesn’t look quite so happy.
Rating:  G  2,490 words

Written for the 2024 Bonanza Brand Advent Calendar

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Posted in Ben Cartwright Drama Short Stories

Deep in December (by JC*)

Summary:  A moment of reflection for Ben as he contemplates Christmas without Adam.
Rating:  G
Words: 730
Written for the Bonanza Brand 2023 Advent Calendar

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Posted in Ben Cartwright Poetry

I Saw Her Again (by Annie K Cowgirl)

Summary: Of love, loss, and hope for the future. A poem from Ben’s point of view.

Rating: K

Word Count: 202

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Posted in Ben Cartwright Drama Prequel Writing Challenges

Steadfast (by Belle)

Summary: Ben finds that trying to spend quality time during the Christmas season with Adam and Hoss can be challenging.
Rating: G Words 2140
Written for the 2022 Bonanza Brand Advent Calendar

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At Toast to Tradition – Part 2 (by Cheaux)

Summary:  Memories and traditions bring comfort and joy during Hanukkah and Christmas.
Rating:  G  Words 2,411
Written for the 2022 Bonanza Brand Advent Calendar

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Posted in Ben Cartwright Drama

The Girl Can’t Help It (by Annie K Cowgirl)

Summary: Three young women, three moments in time, one man. A look into the thoughts of Elizabeth, Inger, and Marie as they contemplate the man known as Benjamin Cartwright.

Rating: K

Word Count: 1,033

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Posted in Ben Cartwright Poetry Romance

My Angel Went To Heaven Today (by BettyHT)

Summary: a poem about Ben’s life from Boston to the Ponderosa and his family there.
Rating: PG  Word Count: 540

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Posted in Ben Cartwright Poetry

The River (by JC)

A view from the riverbank, the one left behind. A poem of transition, resistance, and acceptance. Posted in recognition of World Poetry Day 2022.

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Posted in Alternate Universe Ben Cartwright Drama Romance

Rose, My Love – Romancing the Ponderosa Book 4 (by millieshepherd)

Summary: Ben runs into a lady friend from his past and the sparks fly again.

Rating:  T

Word Count: 15,453

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Hair of the Dog (by Patina)

Summary: Ben pays for the night before, much of which he can’t remember.
Written for day 24 of the 2021 Advent Calendar.
Rating: G
Word Count: 1400

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The Christmas Letter (by mumu74)

Summary: The legacy of Ben Cartwright.
Written for day 22 of the 2021 Advent Calendar.
Rating: G
Word Count: 1057

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A Stitch in Time (by AC1830)

Summary: Christmas is a season for surprises, especially when one of Ben’s hidden talents helps out two special ladies in his life.
Written for day 16 of the 2021 Advent Calendar.
Rating: G
Word Count:  2485

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