A Bedtime Song

My fingers reached out through the dim cozy air and brushed against a soft, plush musical pull-toy hanging from the side rail. With a gentle tug, I pulled on the smooth wooden ring at the end of its string. It began to slowly draw back up, chiming a sweet, tinkling lullaby into the quiet room. I gave a delighted, bubbly gurgle, kicking both little white shoes in a slow, happy wriggle against the quilted mattress. As the delicate music slowed to its final notes, I pulled my soft knit blanket up under my chin and smiled wide, ready to drift into sweet dreams.