A Morning Envelope Slide

A sudden flap-clap snapped at the bottom of the front door! I scampered down the hallway runner and skidded to a halt on the smooth linoleum. A thick cream-colored envelope had slipped through the mail slot, resting halfway across the welcome mat. I crept forward, tilting my head to inspect the crisp paper and the bright red postal stamp in the corner. I reached out a front paw to give it a cautious tap, and the whole envelope slid forward with a soft, satisfying hiss across the floorboards. Stumbling onto such an exciting morning arrival made my tail swish in triumph!