CHAPTER 14
A slight breeze blew, reminding Chaco of the coming autumn. He pulled on his jacket and buttoned it. “Good thing we are getting on the road soon. With luck, we’ll make it to the sanctuary before the first big snowfall.”
“I couldn’t agree more,” said Russell.
Late afternoon the group had gathered in a circle on the patio. Rocky produced a Jack Daniels bottle, poured shots into Dixie Cups, and passed them around. “I’m sorry, folks, for the way I behaved earlier… my wife and I discussed it…and, well, I’m sorry.”
“It’s over. A cancelled check. We’ve other things to discuss now,” Russell said, turning to David. “We’ll be leaving for Pine Mountain early. You and your family come with us. I know you’ll be welcomed at Moonforest Sanctuary. We can easily fit another few people in the
