The Slippery Fringe

I tried to tuck myself under the knitted throw blanket to finally end this ridiculous day, but my foot caught right in a loose yarn tassel! The whole heavy knot swung down and slapped against my shin with a soft thud! A sharp gasp tore straight out of my chest and tears welled up immediately. Of course the blanket is attacking me too! But I locked my knees tight and planted both feet right on the textured woven fabric. I stood completely rigid, staring down that stupid swinging string until it finally quit moving.