Long Snows Moon by Darlington Stacey

Author:Darlington, Stacey [Darlington, Stacey]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Melange Books, LLC
Published: 2013-06-29T00:00:00+00:00

Jameson watched them from the loft. “They aren't accessories.”

Claire wrinkled her nose at Jameson. “You're right. Get her the white one, Analise. She went off to the nether of the store and called out, “Bubble gum soda!”

“I want one!” Analise shouted. “We’ll take this puppy, and the painting please.”

“I’ll get the papers together.” Doc Jo Jo rummaged through her desk drawer.

“How much is the painting?” Analise asked.

“What is it worth to you?” Doc Jo Jo asked.

“Oh, I couldn’t say,” Analise faltered. “It is so lovely and unusual. Besides, how could I put a price on your daughter’s work?”

Jameson studied Analise as she descended the stairs to defend her art, remembering their first meeting. Jameson knew their lives would connect once more as they passed each other on the wheel.

The paint was barely dry and wasn't even framed yet. She'd painted it for Devon and for her it would be free. Not for them.

“The painting is fifteen hundred dollars,” she announced.

“What?” Claire asked. “That’s rather steep for this rudimentary level.”

“Claire!” Analise said.

“Well, it’s true. Look at the color palette. It’s absurd. Moreover, what is it? A wolf … a dog? What?”

“Art is subjective and opinions are ego driven vomit,” Jameson said, as she stood beside her painting.

Analise laughed and poked Claire. “Did you hear that? Oh, that was fabulous. I will have to remember that.”

A wise grin tugged at Doc Jo Jo’s mouth. Jameson knew her mother was close to laughing. They both knew that Claire walked without purpose through her life. She looked but did not see.

“The painting is fifteen hundred dollars. Take it or leave it,” Jameson retorted. “I want a few minutes alone with the puppy before you take her.” She snatched Long Snows Moon from Analise.

Jameson knew Doc Jo Jo felt no reason to apologize for her daughter’s rare display of rudeness. She had just received some terrible news.

Doc Jo Jo shrugged at Analise. “It’s her painting.”

“That’s fine, it’s worth it.”

“And the dog? How much is the little beast?” Claire asked.

“Two thousand,” Jameson said.

“I guess we’re paying for her art lessons,” Claire retorted as she placed the soda bottles by the register.

“Claire, please,” Analise scowled.

“I’ll throw in the drinks for free,” Doc Jo Jo said with a wink. “Here you go. The pedigree papers, a pamphlet I have personally created on the care and maintenance of your new puppy, as well as some information on the wolf hybrid. They are a rare and wonderful breed, if not an exercise in patience. They require a firm hand, so if you find, for any reason, you are unable to manage or care for this animal I would appreciate if you would bring her back.”

“For a full refund?” Claire asked.

“Sure,” Doc Jo Jo chuckled.

Jameson whispered to the puppy, “Keep her safe and bring her home.”

Long Snows Moon licked her nose.

“I hope your daughter loves this animal. She is special.” She handed her back to Analise.

“She never stopped talking about you,” Analise whispered as she cuddled the pup. “You have grown into a beauty.

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