Whitefish River Standing on my own two feet

She smiled and looked away, feeling undeserving of his compliment. Thank you, she said quietly. Not only for saying that, but also for helping to take my mind off things. She had been bogged down with shame and worry for so long; it was nice to feel hope and be able to genuinely smile. You're welcome to visit the pups anytime once they're born, she added, smile growing. She was sure they would love his stories once they were old enough, and she would appreciate any help offered.