A Soft Blink

Everything was quiet. I blinked softly and realized I could look around all by myself. The pillow beneath me felt smooth and cool. Just above my head, a small yellow toy giraffe sat resting. I slowly lifted one finger and lightly brushed against its warm, fuzzy ear. It stayed completely still, but my heart gave a tiny, gentle flutter. I tucked my chin back into my cozy white sleeve, smiling quietly.