A Gentle First Wiggle

Everything was still. Then, a tiny spark of warmth hummed inside me. One, two, three. I counted a quiet pulse. I wondered if I could move, so I focused on my left foot. It wiggled! Just slightly against the flat surface underneath. I tested my stubby arms next, giving them a tiny lift. Balancing right in the center felt neat and steady. I let out a soft, contented sigh, perfectly squared and right where I belong. HEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEEHEHEHEHHHEHHEHEHEEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEH