It’s a Dog’s Life . . .
DOG: Can I sleep in the bed?
ME: No.
DOG: Why not?
ME: You always jump around. You don’t let me rest.
DOG: I won’t this time.
ME: Yes, you will.
DOG: No, I won’t.
ME: Yes, you will.
DOG: I promise.
ME: Sure you do.
DOG: No, really. I swear.
ME: Fine come on up.
DOG: [Jumps on bed. Jumps on my chest. Jumps on my head. Chews my hair. Passes wind in my face. Steals covers.
ME: Empty promises, Dog; empty promises.