The last 3 weeks passed quickly, I created an efficient routine so I can gather information, be active in the pack, accompany Alpha to meetings, and complete paperwork all before dinner. I’ve become close with Alphas mother, she is soft spoken and a very patient, loving woman. I have yet to meet her or his father in person but she promised to visit before the end of fall. Since retirement, they have been traveling the continent. My alarm clock wakes me and I look over to see 3:45am. I take sometime to get ready throw on a sunflower cotton dress, some slip ons and walk out into the ice cold woods. I remove my clothes and shift, thank the Goddess my fur keeps me warm. I run the perimeter and check in with the night supervisor. I greet any patrolmen I run into and make sure to thank them for

