Canoe Trip to the Swan Lake

Noah is sitting on his porch when Allie arrives. She kisses him on the cheek, and he tells her he had planned a surprise but is worried about approaching storm clouds. Allie insists they go anyway. They take a canoe up Brices Creek to a hidden lake. The lake is spectacular, filled with thousands of tundra swans and Canada geese. Allie is amazed by the beauty. They sit in silence, watching the birds, and Noah points out a group of chicks. Allie feeds them bread. Thunder booms in the distance, and they know it is time to leave. As they paddle back, rain begins to fall, gradually becoming a downpour. Allie laughs and gives up trying to stay dry. Noah paddles hard, and they reach the dock just as the storm intensifies. They run to the house, holding hands. Allie feels the outline of her breasts through her wet dress, and Noah is aroused. They change into dry clothes, and Allie puts on Noah's cotton trousers and shirt. She feels a secret thrill at being naked in his room. She brushes her hair and goes downstairs.