It had been a hard winter in the Appalachian backcountry. Blizzards had deposited snow
in huge drifts, blocking many roads. The rivers were all frozen solid. The Red Cross
became alarmed that some of the backcountry families might be running out of food, so
they brought in helicopters to fly in supplies.
One relief crew had been working long hours, day after day. They were on their way
home late one day, when they saw a little cabin all but submerged in the snow. A thin
whisper of smoke trailed up from the top of the chimney, indicating someone was still at
home.
