Excerpt 2 from my upcoming picture book,
The Lady in The Woods
September’s arrival meant the beginning of a new school year and no more daily visits to the Lady in the woods. Fortunately, my newfound enthusiasm for learning eased the sorrow of our separation.
After I had settled into the new routine at school, I paid another visit to Una. I was so excited about seeing her again that I dashed through the forest, barely taking notice of the fiery autumn splendour all around me.
My first glimpse of Una saddened me instantly. An old woman I barely recognized greeted me. She had aged not just by weeks or months, but many years. Her hair had turned gray, and her face was etched with fine lines. It was only when I looked into her dazzling, multicoloured eyes that I knew for certain it was Una.
She listened attentively as I told her about life at school. It wasn't long before I forgot how much she had aged. I felt as if I had known her all my life.
“The Lady in The Woods”
Book illustration, design + layout: Shauna Rae — www.shaunarae.ca
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