I always check carefully–obsessively, even–to make sure that Moa is inside before we go to bed. I can’t sleep well without knowing that she’s safe and sound, and I’ve passed a late night or two waiting for her to turn up. One night last week I couldn’t find her inside or out, no matter how how many places I looked or how many times I called her name. Finally, trying to ignore the tight knot of worry that was growing in my throat, I went in to check on Petra and Tage one last time before turning in myself. As I leaned down to brush my hand across Tage’s brow, I saw a slight movement in the corner of my eye so I took a closer look. Here’s what I found:
