A Soft Blue Sphere

I peeked over the rim of my plastic wrapper... the room was very bright and still. Nearby on the wooden tabletop, a little wooden bead from a coaster lay loose. I took three quiet, shuffling steps forward... then reached out one plush paw to give it a careful nudge. It rolled softly across the smooth surface, making a gentle clicking hum before stopping against a ceramic mug. The small sound made me blink... but it felt peaceful, like a soft reply to your warm smile.