NOVEMBER 14, 1861

Kid took a step back from his friend's house and looked it over. "Well, it's almost half done," he said aloud. He sure was going to miss Buck around the bunkhouse. But he knew his friends were happy.

As he looked over the plans Buck had left with them. He couldn't help but think about Thanksgiving. It sure wouldn't be the same without the rest of his family there. With a nod he picked up the hammer and some nails and then got back to work.