I Will Bring The Stars To You

As Andy happily bounces into the room, she notices how tired her mother looks. She hopes that this will help her sleep better. Mom plays along as she sets up the special lantern and, when she slips the shade into place, the pup jubilantly turns to see her mother’s reaction while she beams and explains the gift. Pale blue eyes watch as her mother looks to the flickering heavenly bodies and, when she turns her gaze back to the pup, Andy cannot help but feel pride. The words that Zee offers has her smile growing and she giggles when she offers her thanks.

When Zee opens her arms, Andy lets out a happy little squeal and zooms into her arms, burying her face into the fur of her mother’s neck. She holds onto the older wolf with all her might, short legs squeezing her gently while her tail wags fiercely. The pup doesn’t let ago, staying buried in her mother’s fur as long as she can, while listening to her heartbeat. The reassure sound lulls the girl into a sense of safety and she only stops hugging when mom clears her throat. Disconnecting, she scoots back slightly so she can look into her mother’s beautiful eyes.

News of a gift for the pup takes up Andy’s whole attention and she does not notice the lack of her mother in the future conversation. As Zee explains about the telescope, the pup’s eyes round, in wonder and joy, and she hangs on every word. Once mom finishes, the purple girl joyfully says, “Thank you momma! I promise to take great care of it and I will never forget how much you guys love me!” The joy softens into the look of child filled with love and see searches her mother’s face, feeling like she is seeing her mother for the first time.

A small paw reaches out toward Zee’s face and Andy aims to run it along her mother’s forehead. Softly, the girl coos, “Mommy you are so pretty. I don’t know if I tell you that enough. I hope that, when I grow up, I can be just as pretty as you!” Eyes sparkle with youthful innocence as she adds, “I love you mommy. And, I’m proud of you too!” A joyful giggle bubbles out as she scoots back in toward her mother, seeking more hugs and kisses as the stars dance around them.



"Andromeda Fatalis"