Fully Charged

by Nicole Parker

Stroking her hair, I’m reluctant to say goodbye. “Good night, little carrot. I think it’s time for me to power down now.” My Jewel snuggles down into her blankets, totally satiated. “Okay, funny bunny.” She murmurs, as she falls over the abyss into a deep sleep.

A brief thought crosses my mind. Is the fluid bad for my love bunny’s electric parts? What if I cause him to short circuit?!”