Morningside Cuesta won't cry no Mississippi

Sunspot sagged in relief at this revelation. Apparenty, her odd behavior had not gone unnoticed by Grayday. Truthfully, she wasn't sure what was wrong with her. Grayday seemed to think that some time away would do her good, but Sunspot wasn't so sure. She'd stayed here because he was here, and she didn't know where the rest of the family was. What would she do when she lost that last piece of familiarity?

"I miss Mom and Dad," she blurted. She shuffled awkwardly, regretting the words as soon as they were out.