Big Salmon Lake But one thing will never change

Amalia had figured early on that she would have no family here unless very distant. She was okay with that. It hurt a little sure, but it was the ache of having loved.

Amalia shot her a brilliant smile. You will do absolutely wonderful. No need to worry. No need to be fast simply determined, which I'm sure you are.

Amalia bent to the task. Soft footfalls on even ground. A deep breath in and then out. Like a shot she slammed into the space Maia had graciously pointed out. She howled in triumph as rabbits scurried all around.

You got this Maia!

She caught one of the stragglers in sharp jaws with a brutal shake, it hung limp. She hoped Maia would catch one. Just because she deserved too.