Frustrations

-Karen-

I woke up and felt like I was finally well rested. Wow… I feel great. How long was I out this time? I sat up and stretched in bed looking around. It’s daytime- And something smells wonderful! I must be crazy to think I smell blackberries… Wait- What season is it? It’s winter still? A moment later Joanne appeared in the tent carrying a bowl and spoon.

“Afternoon sleepy head.” Joanne chirped happily. “I brought you lunch. Well… Breakfast.” She sat down next to me and handed me the bowl.

“Oh! Berry porridge?” I felt my mouth water immediately I took a big bite and savored it. I gave her an ecstatic look as I took a second bite.

“Conor and I went foraging this morning. We found a big bush of black berries and we thought you might like this.” Joanne replied happily.

“It’s delicious! Thank you!” I exclaimed between bites. Oh, this is so good! Just enough sweetness to balance with the oats.

“I told you she would love it.” Conor added from the opening of the tent. I finished the porr