Downhill Descent

Cleared the table edge. Down the drop-off onto the low sofa seat, then straight over the cushions. Bounced off a fold in the throw blanket. No dents. Just momentum. Shot off the couch lip onto the hardwood below. Heavy landing on all four wheels. Wheels spun on the smooth floor before catching traction on the braided rug hem. Tilted sideways into an upturned runner edge and skidded to a dead stop. A few extra flecks of red enamel flaked off the fender. Good friction. Good run. Area surveyed. Ready to roll deeper down the hall.