With summer in full swing, Pilar had been thinking of Dia often. She knew that she must have had her foal by now… and that he was likely growing quickly. Before she had ever set foot upon the Ridge, Pilar had been lucky enough to meet the very friendly Dia in their neighboring Paradise. They had a lengthy and friendly conversation that left Pilar feeling very good about not only making a friend, but also the circumstances surrounding her new living situation. Dia was very smart, and clearly Pilar could learn a lot more from her.

And then, as though the very thought of Dia was enough to conjure her presence, Pilar spots a familiar shape on the horizon. With her ears up and her eyes bright, Pilar trots over to greet her friend.

“Dia! Hi! You made it!”

Pilar then notices the handsome young colt by her side and she smiles brightly. He looked fantastic—in fact, they both did.

“And you must be Dia’s son. It’s so nice to meet you!”

She moves a little closer to gently bump noses with Sokka and then Dia, welcoming them to her home.


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photo © Sally Mann