Jake

Travelling Route 55 is more fun with my little buddy Jake along. No matter what happens, or how rattled I may get, he stays calm and keeps me focused on the really important things: food, sleep, and regular bathroom breaks. He doesn't criticize my driving ability or choice of itinerary, and best of all, he is ready to cuddle whenever I am.

Because it's been a rainy summer so far, outdoor travel and play is more infrequent than usual for us both. We resort to indoor games while the heavens are gloomy. Patience and adaptability is another lesson I learn from being around Jake, who (come to think of it) seems to understand that as long as you're with someone you love, any trip can be a good one.



RED SQUEAK BALL

Jake's a little restless today --
it's raining, and he cannot play
outside as he would like to do.

Never mind, I'm restless too.

Maybe we can entertain
ourselves by throwing the ball....again.

Over and over, the red squeak ball
gets tossed and bounces
down the hall.

Jake scrambles madly every time
to bring it back
(he knows it's mine).

He sits, and pants excitedly
to share again
a game with me.