Epilogue
The sun is setting when we pull out of the driveway and head south. Through the open window of the van, I hear a cicada buzz. Summer is over.
Chrissy is sitting beside me, plucking at her unfamiliar clothing. She won’t be bothered with it for long. Mrs. Kraft and Piglet have stayed behind. They need a honeymoon period together. They have the four by four, and will join us in the city before the heavy snow comes. I’m very happy for them.
Sophie and Bonny left in the afternoon. While Sophie hugged us all, Bonny put a finger under Piglet’s nose and admonished: “You be good now!”
Then they roared away together. Sophie will be missed. Chrissy sits wordless for miles. I have not ordered her to be silent. “Talk to me,” I command finally.
She startles a little, then tells me what i
