Stavanger Bay barnacle bill

all hands on deck!

sandpiper didn't need to be told twice -- she was already almost present. she had stalked her nimble-footed brother, curious of his enigmatic intentions -- as he clambered across the rock and his booming voice sounded over the bay, it became clear her company was expected.

primly, the cairn girl sat on her haunches like a thin house-guard. her narrow muzzle pulled into a squint as she glanced down the bright shore. there would be more, shortly -- but for now she sat stiff and proper.