Mudminnow River Warmer than a runaway spirit

Her excitement had her almost dancing on her paws as she looked her brother over. He looked good. Her tears splashed on to the ground unnoticed. Happy tears at last. It had been a long time. Her heart felt like it had been mended together as he spoke. He had never forgotten her. 

Her eyes went wide as he answered her questions. He lived here. This beautiful land seemed more inviting as she thought about how it had sheltered her brother. Her breath was cut off for a minute as he continued. A wife. And kids. She was an aunt. She had a sister in law. Her tail wagged faster at the thought of meeting them. She needed to meet them. She felt rejuvenated. It was almost surreal. It had been such a long time she had been alone. She had a family. She was home. Her voice was filled with happiness and hope. "Oh, Mawk. When can I meet them? They sound beautiful."