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River.
    Once they parked, they took a quick look around. Tadd asked his brother, “Isn’t this the old Peterson’s hunting cabin?”
    Penny, who had stepped out and overheard the question, replied, “Yes it is. When I knew I was moving here, I contacted a local real estate agent and asked her to find me a cabin in the woods. She was friends with Bob and knew he was thinking of selling. He loved this place and agreed to sell it to me only if I fixed it up. I had to do some sweet talking but, in the end, he gave me a great price and I took it. The rest is history.”
    Looking around Tadd said, “You’ve really cleaned up this place.”
    “It still needs a lot of work, but it’ll come in time and as my budget allows. I think it has great potential.” She gave the twins a quick tour and explained all the changes she wanted to make.
    Seeing how desolate the area was, Taylor asked, “Aren’t you afraid to be out here alone? There isn’t anyone that would hear you scream.”
    At first she thought his words were teasing but, when she saw the genuine concern in his expression, she smiled and said, “I don’t just sell hunting equipment, I’m a good shot and I can handle myself with a knife. Anyways, I feel much safer out here than in town. A bad guy would have to do some serious hunting to find me.”
    When she led them into her bedroom and showed them a sketched outline of a tiger mural she planned to paint on the wall, Tadd yelled, “Excellent! Who’s the artist?”
    Penny replied with pride, “I am. Someday I hope to create theme rooms for people for a living. I’m hoping to save enough money from my current job to start my own business. If this room turns out well, I’m going to use it as my advertising. I’m taking pictures as I progress to make a cool video of a before and after transformation.”
    Taylor said, “I can’t wait to see what it looks like when you’re done.”
    Tadd added excitedly, “I’m handy with video equipment and I would love to help you make the video.”
    “I would welcome the assistance. Speaking of equipment, let me show you what I dragged you out here for.” They headed back into the living room and she showed them her electronic nemesis. While they worked, she cooked. They were finishing up when she called them to come eat. It was a beautiful night so they ate outside at the site of her future deck.
    When she asked them for advice on group hiking locations, Taylor suggested, “If you’re up to it, how about we take you out to see some of our favorite spots?”
    Penny replied, “I have to work this weekend, but how about we head out on Monday at daybreak, stay overnight, and come back Tuesday night?”
    Taylor exclaimed, “Slumber party…that works for me! We’ll pick you up here at sunrise.”
    After they discussed equipment needs and finalized their plans, the twins rode off toward their home. Penny wasn’t sure if it was a good idea to go hiking with two tricksters, but she saw it as just another adventure and was excited about the trip.
    *~*~*~*
    The morning of their outing Penny woke exceptionally early and didn’t bother trying to get back to sleep. She was too excited by the prospect of spending time out in the woods. Although she knew everyone questioned her sanity for spending time with the twins, she found them wonderful to be around. They were quickly becoming close friends and having someone care about her was something she missed most about moving away from her own family. She no longer felt alone.
    By the time the twins rode in on a couple of old off-road dirt motorcycles stowed with their gear, Penny already had her equipment packed and ready.
    Taylor called, “Good morning, Honey Buns. Are you ready?”
    After giving them each a hello hug which they accepted without hesitation, she put her hands on her hips and asked, “Okay Taylor. I have to ask. What’s up with all the nicknames?”
    He replied, “We have street names, so I thought you needed