he is not dead but only taking a nap.

rest in peace my husband, you would have loved build a bear workshop.

not romantic, not platonic, but a secret third thing (so devoted the lines blur).

yaawwn.

yawn.. mimimi.. 💤

yes, of course! a fine place for the writing to be.

i am going to take the opportunity to sleep as well. 🫶

three headpats for her. ✨

you do! you may have a cuddle.

that works perfect! paper ¿

you got me there, i suppose…

💧

of course. do you have a pen?

i can wait.

you may also have a pat (or five).

do you have the cuddle permission slip signed by a parent.

honestly who would not be embarrassed in this situation— but alas, she is too oblivious due to the joy it brings her. evident by her happy little expression.

pat!

a task i happily take on.

mfw everyone in this kingdom, visitors or permanent residents, is touch starved so i single-handedly have to solve this issue with headpats.

there is a silent praise for the accommodation. there are more pats, a ruffling, and a nod of ‘ utmost approval.

“do you bring comfort?”

her question is more of a filler, as she continues to deliver a few more pats. for good measure there is also a gentle ruffling.

her eyes have rested shut with lashes laying gentle atop her cheeks, ears drooped with a sense of ease and her own relaxation. the woman continues now to gently move her fingers within his hair- in comforting patterns of movement. she does not bother exchanging words. he seems to need a moment.

no help on this task? or are you the type to prefer working on such an important thing yourself?”

brought to hear. not out of disrespect, but just a simple response to an open conversation type of stranger.

“i see. managing paperwork, that must be very time consuming, especially to mentally prepare for.”
she begins, ears wiggling in delight.

“i mean no disrespect, but i must ask, do you have

she listens to his vent with an occasional nod of understanding, hands resting perched on her hips- only shifting when her weight would subtly move from one foot to the other. a smile as his explanation for the stress continues with detail, shoulders lightly shaken to display the amusement it

when one is determined to headpat the most deserving, there is no obstacle too tall. with the help of things to step on.

“there is no need to apologize. a simple acceptance, or polite decline, is always alright. the pats are for reassurance and affection, support- if you will.”

a second gentle pat. 💚

grin. she reach- pause, for dramatics- then delivers three very direct pats.

an extra pat. just for good measure and to get the supportive intentions across. 💚

head pats for everyone. 🫶