“Now I’m ready to go to work,” said Benny. “That’s wonderful, Benny,” said Maude. She walked around the table and put her hand on Jake’s head. Jake turned around and looked up at his grandmother. “Jake,” said Maude. “I want you to go and help the Aldens with the trail.” “Okay, Grandma,” said Jake. “I’ll help.” Maude looked at Abby and Caleb. “You can help, too,” said Maude. “We’d love to help,” said Abby. She put her long braid over her shoulder and stood up. Caleb didn’t say anything. He was listening to his music. His ear buds were in and his eyes were closed. His long brown hair swung from side to side as he moved his hands up and down and pretended to play the drums. “Caleb!” said Maude. Jake put his hand on Caleb’s shoulder. Caleb stopped drumming and opened his eyes. “He’ll help out,” said Jake. Caleb looked at Jake and then at Maude. He nodded his head. “Good,” said Maude. She looked at Jake. “You know where the tools are.”
