Hiker's Trail Tales

a little book about a very good girl

Once, there was a small puppy with big ears and even bigger paws.

Her family named her Hiker — she was going to see the whole world.

Hiker earns her name every single day.

Nose down, tail up, following every trail to wherever it goes.

That nose never misses a thing.

Every new smell is a new story, and Hiker reads every one.

When everyone else is busy, Hiker keeps watch.

Calm, steady, and always paying attention.

But she still knows how to play.

Ears up, legs flying, chasing anything that moves.

A good hike always ends with a good nap.

Hiker finds the warmest patch of sun and claims it.

Seasons came and went.

Sun, snow, wind, rain — Hiker was there for all of it, steady as ever.

Then one day, something new showed up.

A small, golden puppy named Sunny.

Hiker had seen a lot of things. Now she had a lot to teach.

How to sit, how to wait, how to find the best patch of sun.

These days, Sunny leads the way, and Hiker follows close behind to make sure all is well.

Two very different dogs. One very good team.

Some mornings are quieter now.

Hiker misses her brother. But she still greets the day the same way she always has — a very good, steady girl.

To be continued

Sweet dreams, Hiker — Sunny's right there with you.