In Absentia #6 – Heart’s Desire (by Belle)
Summary: Adam receives news that his heart’s desire is within his reach. Will he grasp the opportunity?
Rating: G Words 1415
Written for the 2022 Bonanza Brand Advent Calendar
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
Christmas Candle (by sklamb)
Summary: To some degree, this is a WHBefore for “Elizabeth, My Love,” and “The Burma Rarity.”
Rating: G Words 1,650
Written for the 2022 Bonanza Brand Advent Calendar
Big Things Start Small (by ElayneA)
Summary: Adam always had a fondness for Peggy, a daughter that he always wanted. It broke his heart when Laura and Will left. Their reunion was filled with joy after many years of lost communication.
Rating: G 2,425 words
Written for the 2022 Bonanza Brand Advent Calendar
The Christmas Lamb (by JC)
Summary: In this tongue-in-cheek tale told in rhyme, Hoss makes a surprising discovery in the snow and brings home another stray for Christmas
Rating: G Words 1,000
Written for the 2022 Bonanza Brand Advent Calendar
Good Will Toward Men (by Patina)
Summary: Tis the season for generosity.
Rating: G Words 1,000
Written for the 2022 Bonanza Brand Advent Calendar
The Broken Cord (by McFair_58)
Summary: A tie that binds is broken. Can Hop Sing make it – and the Cartwrights – whole again?
Rating: G Words 3,420
Written for the 2022 Bonanza Brand Advent Calendar
A Toast to Tradition (Part 1) (by Cheaux)
Summary: A missing ornament threatens holiday traditions for the Cartwrights.
Rating: G words 2,530
Written for the 2022 Bonanza Brand Advent Calendar
Be a Friend (by Sierras)
Summary: Can a gingerbread man help Little Joe make a new friend?
Rating: G Words: 560
Written for the 2022 Bonanza Brand Advent Calendar
A Surprise Delivery (by Questfan)
Summary: A winter storm, a broken-down shack and a couple of strangers in need makes for a different kind of Christmas celebration.
Rating: G Words 2,700
Written for the 2022 Bonanza Brand Advent Calendar
A Lesson in Gratitude (by Sierra Girl)
Summary: It takes a winter storm for Adam to appreciate what’s right in front of him.
Rating: G Words 3,000
Written for the 2022 Bonanza Brand Advent Calendar
True Meaning of Christmas (by wx4rmk)
Summary: The first Christmas with Inger brings some unexpected challenges to five-year-old Adam helping him learn the most important part of the Christmas season.
Rating: G Words 1,620
Written for the 2022 Bonanza Brand Advent Calendar
The Treasure (by Sibylle)
Summary: A special keepsake brings back Adam’s memories of the early history of Virginia City, and one unforgettable person in particular.
K+/ Word count: 1421
Written for the 2022 Bonanza Brand Advent Calendar
Mayhem, It’s all a Part of the Ponderosa (by BluewindFarm)
Summary: From the outside looking in, it’s a little much to take in, especially for what could have been.
Rating: G Words (1440)
Written for the 2022 Bonanza Brand Advent Calendar
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