Bearclaw Valley sidegoss

Thanks, he said simply, his voice warm but tinged with a thoughtful undertone.

He let her words linger in the air for a moment, his gaze drifting off to the horizon. Dunno, he admitted, the weight of his thoughts clear in his tone. Nature’s takin’ its toll, I reckon. Feels like there’s always somethin’ pulling at me, one way or another.

He exhaled softly, shifting his weight as his eyes flicked back to her, gratitude and quiet appreciation evident in his expression. But… you’re not wrong. Guess it’s just one of those days.