The Sentinels I've never wondered if I was afraid

This one is pups/mom only! I wanna get something up for them before they get too big omg! @Sarah @Terance @Wraen

He was absent often, but when he was home, most of his time was spent absorbed in his family.  They grew so fast.  He had heard this from others who were parents themselves, but never was it so apparent as when you were looking at your own.

He was exhausted, long hours scouting for prey and little food taking their toll, but his tail still waved jauntily as he approached their home and ducked down, peering in for sign of little ones.  He gave a gentle chuff... Dad's home!... And settled down to lay almost in the entrance, hoping someone would be around and up to some quality time.