Chapters 5 & 6: The Bratty Gregory Kid, The Whistle Summary

Delrita's mother wakes her in the morning with a surprise: she's going to join her husband at an estate auction later in the week, which means that Delrita will be alone with Punky for the day. Normally that wouldn't be a problem, but last year, Punky had a heart attack and could have another at any time. Delrita is sure she can handle the responsibility, particularly because taking Punky for the day means they'll get to explore Silver Dollar City, her favorite place on earth. Delrita remembers the first time she entered the master woodcarver's workshop at Silver Dollar City and watched him carve a beautiful swan. She knew that's what her hands were meant to do, and she bought her first woodcarving tool that very day. Ever since watching the...