05/31/2026
The storm thrums beyond the glass — a slow, silver hush of snow piling in the dark.
But here, by the fire, the bed is his.
Amber light pools in the thick halo of his fur,
one drowsy eye cracked to watch the flames,
the world outside deemed unimportant.
A deep breath. A settle of joints.
Winter can wait.
He’s already home.