Porcupine Ridge Skipping Stones

vuk was by the stream once more, practicing her speech as always. the patterned girl realized that the depth of her abilities was becoming greater, and while she did not ever think that she would be able to converse with the fluidity of the others, her words would be heard. "illea!" the girl exclaimed as she caught sight of her den-mate. stepping to the other's side, vuk nudged the other's shoulder. "how ... you ... sleep?" she asked haltingly, turquoise eyes alight.