"Exactly, except when I'm not," he reminds her, flashing a grin of his own.

Either Duncan is too eager to get back inside for some treats, or Tommy has a little trouble stopping him -- or possibly a combination of both -- they overshoot Kate and Rachat by several yards before slowing down. "Hey, whoa, take it easy, pal, take it easy," Tommy murmurs, tugging on the reins as evenly as he can, and eventually Duncan calms down and stops with a snort and shake of his head.

"Yeah, I think he's tired of me by now."