Chapter 57

New beginnings were brought forth as Spring began, the snow melting and new life began to flourish. No longer did my fur blend into the colorless snow but stood out against the bright and vibrant colors. Fields of wildflowers turned the air sweet and the sounds of baby animals enchanted the forest with a sense of life. Not only did the seasons change but I did as well. No longer did I constantly fear every noise I encountered. No longer did I suffer alone since I have found people who understood me. Nor did I fear the touch of others, fear to trust the ones I am destined to. Stronger is what I felt, not the helplessness I encountered for endless years of my life. I felt free, running into woods that I used to use as an escape. For the first time, I was running just because I felt like it, not as an escape from my past, my trouble and fears. With my tongue hanging out of my mouth, panting with a smile on my face, I had my first taste of freedom. The taste of fresh, clean ai