Humans

I woke up as usual and sniffed around the apartment to make sure everything was the way I left it. Then I played with Jimmy the Sock until My Love woke up. Little did I know, this day was going to be different than most days.

My Love filled my bowl and I ate ravenously. I love her so much because she gives me food. Oh, glorious food! One has to be a wonderful creature to have access to all this food and share it willingly. In return, I have nothing to give her but my love, and I give it willingly too.

After breakfast and some roughhousing, My Love gave us the signal to leave. A walk! I love these as well. So many smells, sights, and sounds. Our world is a wonderful place.

I emerged on the other end of the walk, got over the frenzy of sensations, and realized this walk had taken us to parts unknown. Normally, the walk ended back home. This time, we were in a large, well-lighted indoor space with other humans either sitting at their computers, or milling about, doing human things. My Love greeted the other humans, so I assumed they were allies and gave them kind acknowledgement. Some of them presented their hands (though with no treats!) and pet me. I memorized their smells, as I always do.

My love found me a spot under a desk and I lounged there. There was some exploring to do after I got settled in, but for now, the spot gave me respite, and a good vantage point. Later this would be one of my my regular spots during what I came to call Our Days at the Office.

Posted by: Paweł Kowaluk