Chapter 2

A week had passed and I was ready with my answer. I had been having the same feelings all week and I couldn't wait to go out into the forest and see David again. I was dressed (nicely dressed I must add) and waiting to go. I knew I had to go soon but I couldn't face him until I was completely sure that I wanted to do this. I prepared myself, hopped on my board and flew off.

As I neared the meeting place I heard a faint ruffle of leaves next to my ear. I swiveled my head around but saw nothing. My excitement must just be going to my head, I thought. After a few more minutes of traveling, I heard another faint ruffle, but even more faint than last time. I knew I had heard it though. I know the sounds of the forest better than anyone I know, except David. I realized it just then! That must have been David rustling the trees to let me know he was there and to see if I really knew the sounds and the ways of the forest. I went along a little farther to see if I could hear the rustle of leaves again and pinpoint where he was.

Something leaped at me and sent me sprawling across the forest floor.

"Boo! Ha, I scared you didn't I?" said David.

"Of course you didn't. I'm not scared that easily." I replied

"I saw you jump about four feet in the air, and you should have seen your face!"

I was thinking about making a nasty remark when I thought better of it. I thought that if I was going to live out here with him, we better get off to a good start.

"Hey! Tally! Hello? Are you in there?"

"What?" I asked feeling confused and caught up in my own thoughts.

"Are you going to give me your answer or not? I've been waiting nervously all week, so get on with it."

"I thought about it and realized that I would probably be happier in the forest with you."

"Yes! All right! I knew you'd make a good choice! First of all though, what's up with your clothes? Those aren't meant to be worn in the wild."

"What? Don't you like them?" I asked, a bit taken aback.

"I do but they're not meant for out here. Why don't you come with me to my house, and I'll make a list of what you need for you."

I was finally in comfortable clothes, after that itchy, hot and tight sweater. I was packed up and ready to go. Again! I was about to start the journey of my life and I was ready.