Tucked Inside the Wheel

Night dropped fast, and after scouting the dark alley under the gate, my flippers were completely worn out! Trekking all the way back across the damp grass to the bench felt way too far. I spotted the metal hose reel right beside the wall! With one running hop, I squeezed straight between the curved green coils of hose and the sturdy metal hub. Squeak! I wriggled right into the hollow core, tucked my feet underneath my belly, and rested my bill against a smooth green rubber ridge. Safe, hidden, and totally out of the chilly wind!