A Gentle First Tap

The quiet room felt still around me. I blinked and slowly tilted my head, feeling a soft, warm lightness tingling in my paws. Looking down, I realized I could shift my own balance. Right beside me sat a grey plush cat with wide, shiny eyes. With a slow, careful motion, I reached out my tiny hand and gently pressed against its soft arm. The plush fabric yielded under my touch with a silent softness. Everything is so calm here. I drew my hand back to my lap and sat quietly, watching the still evening light.