Stone Circle Steady as the beating drum

Steph did her best to keep up with her mother, but it seemed she was always a step behind. She tried to keep up her energy, but she was tiring quickly. So, when Valette paused and rolled onto her back, Steph dropped to her belly, returning her mother's kisses with gusto, but panting between them, as well. 

Still, she nodded to her mother's question. Lots of fun, Mama, she replied, smiling. As much as her spirit wished to continue, her body was done in, and a heavy nap began to beckon the young pup.