IYOU-HESHEIT

AshxLillian *********** It was the welcome beginning of fall and the end of sultry summer days and sweltering heat. Lillian's dress swayed gently in the balmy breeze as she stood brushing her black and white cow. She hummed to herself in premature anticipation of the Animal Festival at the end of the month. Lillian hoped her sheep would win with its fluffy cloud-like fleece and gentle nature, but Ash's sheep, Snow, was a close competitor. A shadow suddenly fell across her face, providing refreshing alleviation from the heat, and caused her to squint up at the silhouette against the intense sunlight. "Hey Lilly," Ash said, hopping up onto