A storm and flash flood hit the ranch hard, and many animals are lost. But Josefina and her sisters are determined to save the family business. Their aunt, Ta Dolores, wants to try some bold new ideas. Josefina likes learning to weave and play the piano, but shes not so sure about learning to read and write. Shes afraid all these changes could make her forget Mam. Unexpectedly, Mam herself gives Josefina the answer. By facing the changes, can Josefina find her courageand discover the truth about love? The first book in Josefinas stories is richly illustrated in full color and includes a Looking Back historical section about Josefinas world in 1824. 128 pages. Paperback. Author: Valerie Tripp.