A Cozy Cardboard Cubby

Waddle, slip! I nudged myself back under our heavy front door into the dim hallway as night grew deep. My little feet were completely tuckered out from exploring near the spring doorstop! Right in the quiet corner by the welcome mat, an empty cardboard jewelry box sat open, its bottom lined with a square of soft white cotton. Poyo! I took a gentle hop and climbed over the short rim. My round tummy sank straight into the fluffy, cloud-like pad! I pulled the stiff lid halfway over me like a tiny tilted roof, rested my chin against the velvety cotton, and let out a soft, sleepy hum.