Juanita wakes up and starts her chores, replaying last night in her mind. She was a fool to think Tami’s invitation to the movie was anything more than that. They’ll never be true friends, and they’ll certainly never be a couple. She always knew that, but seeing it so clearly was still a firm slap…
I almost forgot that I invited Juanita to come to Oasis Springs with me for my meetup with Marvel, until she approaches me just before I get ready to leave. Her hair is wavy from taking down her braids, and I can tell she took some time picking out her clothes. She even has on…
“Sun”-day has arrived, and I wake up anticipating my meetup with Marvel later today. My cheeks hurt from smiling about it. After getting dressed, I head outside to check on Finesse when my phone suddenly rings. I check it, happy to see my old friend Desi on the caller ID. I answer immediately. Tambara: *on…
Marvel and I continue to sit, even after both of our plates are cleared. When we finally get up, he doesn’t seem to be in much of a hurry to leave. Marvel: Hey, what are you doing tomorrow for Sun Day? Is he asking me out on an official date? Tambara: I don’t have plans….
The following morning, I find Juanita in the kitchen cleaning up. I still feel like I should make up for what happened yesterday, so I walk over to check in with her. Tambara: How’s everything going? Juanita: Good, and I actually have some exciting news. I’m not too sure what she could tell me that…
I don’t recall ever visiting Oasis Springs before, and I quickly see why. It’s not very far from Chestnut Ridge, but it’s hot. An awful heat that makes me feel like I just entered the depths of hell. Why would anyone choose to live here? Kisha and I don’t linger outside very long. The Cyber…
Today is the day I’m determined to win gold in the intermediate barrel racing contest. Finesse and I spent last night practicing, and I feel we’re both ready to conquer this challenge. After breakfast, I head outside to brush Finesse, clean her hooves, and pat her down to prepare for the competition. Once I feel…
I make my way down the hill to the beach. On the surface, it’s a beach like any I’ve seen in San Sequoia or Tomarang, but there’s something different about it. The sand is harsher, rockier, and denser. It’s not a place that welcomes a beach towel, bare feet, and a string bikini. But it’s…
I promised Daddy I would go to Brindleton Bay to visit Mom as soon as I could. It would have been nice to wait until the ranch was up and running and bringing in income before making the trip, but I miss her, so I decide to go today. Before I leave, I take a…
I wake up to a very blue, smelly, sick‑looking cat. After a quick shower and a bite to eat, I head outside to check on Juanita and let her know Maj needs to go to the vet. She’s in the garden looking like she’s dressed for a space mission. Tambara: What do you have on?…
