Jennifer Rompilla

Protectors of the woods

The tree branches curled and waved with the wind; Gemma was certain it was moments before they snapped. It had been a long time since there was a wind storm this bad. Seven years ago, Gemma moved to upstate New York with her parents and brother. At first, Gemma was excited to explore the woods and paths surrounding their new home; anything outdoors made her heart sing.