“How have things been this summer?” asked Joan, attempting to change the subject from her airport experience.
“Everything has been great.” Theresa replied, feigning happiness. “A little lonely.”
“How is Sarah?” Joan asked.
“She has been very good. The community where she lives is perfect for her and she has really taken to the people there. She has certainly adjusted better than I have.” Theresa lamented. “I am so glad you and Bobby have come here. I’ve missed you, sis.”
Joan noticed the pain in Theresa’s voice. Out here in the wilderness, the feeling of isolation is significant. Without Sarah, or her husband, there was nobody for Theresa. Except, of course, Bear. Bear was a large Husky with boundless energy. Just keeping him out of trouble was a full time job for Theresa. The main thing is keeping Bear occupied, which usually means long walks in the wilderness. When he was there, that was Bobby’s job.