A Soft Step

The quiet room felt warm as evening settled in. I blinked softly and realized the gentle weight in my limbs had loosened. Carefully, I lifted my small brown shoe and pressed it back down into the plush blanket beneath me. The soft fibers gave way with a silent, comforting cushion, letting me steady my balance. I looked down, marveling at how firm and steady my feet felt, standing freely in this calm spot.