Chapter 22

• Nile
• At Violet’s request, I organized a party for the packs of Pinedale to gather. There was no particular theme in mind. I simply billed the event as an evening of revelry and a chance for the community to enjoy each other’s company.
• I arrived early to set up the space along with a handful of volunteers. The community center was decorated with lights and balloons, and our usual setup of chairs had been exchanged for party seating scattered about the room. High tables with a handful of chairs punctuated the outer rim of the room, encircling the dance floor. Musically gifted pack members had brought their instruments and played music on the stage, and a spread of food on a long table offered refreshments.