A Bedtime Balloon Glow

I wiggled toward the cozy alcove behind the sofa to get ready for bedtime. The big orange balloon was still floating low, tethered gently to our toy fire truck. Right underneath, a plush purple sock had slipped out of an unpacked laundry bag. Holding my tiny twin plush buddy close, I nudged the soft knit opening with my cloth arms until it turned into a snug sleeping bag. I tucked her inside, then curled my plaid tummy right alongside. Watching the warm lamplight cast a sleepy orange glow overhead, I rested my chin against the fluffy purple cuff, completely ready for sweet dreams.