Waffle-Knit Hideout

I hopped straight across the living room rug, hunting for the ultimate bedtime nook after my long afternoon outside! Right on the low armchair sat a thick waffle-knit beanie, crumpled into a cozy little bowl. Those neat rows of stretchy woven squares looked completely irresistible! I took three pattering steps, launched off the cushion, and dove right into the hollow opening. Squeeze—plop! My shell wedged right into the warm fleece lining, snug as an acorn in its cap. I gave a cheerful wiggle until my beak poked out over the ribbed rim, swaying softly in my woolen nest.