Story of Todd
(for Todd)
Sleeping quietly
All the others scampering
Can’t take my eyes off
Your little white and gray body
Snuggled up against the edge
I wait for you to wake up
Keep glancing back
Finally, I can’t wait any longer
I pick you up
Your brilliant blue eyes
Capture my heart
In less than a beat
You yawn
Not scared
Not too excited
Not agitated
Settle in
Home
Bringing you home
You bounce through the house…
