it took a few minutes , and many happy thoughts , but soon their shaking calmed . but if you really want to go flying- '' before he even finished the words , she squealed , grabbed hold of his mane and scrambled up onto his back . the mother and father were sculptors and knew how to make such things . and since when did he start eating instant blueberry muffins and chocolate cookies ? he was at her side before he realized he 'd moved , wrapping his arms around her and drawing her close . 