Fred's Wearing My Slippers

Fred's Wearing My Slippers I woke with a particular feeling I was floating on top of the ceiling, A little surprised when I opened my eyes at the sight my room was revealing. I saw things I'd never seen I knew this must be a dream There on my bed was my dog Fred watching the TV screen. He was munching on chips and a coke I thought this must be a joke as he took a big slurp he let out a burp and I felt a big lump in my throat. He was wearing my slippers and pj's closed all the windows and shut all the shades It was clear to see he thought he was me as I stared at him shocked and amazed. My mom brought him breakfast in bed then kissed him on top of his head fried eggs and ham with strawberry jam that should have been me instead! Then I woke up trembling with fear while Fred was licking my ear I threw off the sheets and looked at my feet then thought to myself oh dear! Fred scratched at the door to go pee then turned and grinned at me when I looked at his paws The sight that I saw was more than I bargained to see. There before my eyes wearing my slippers with pride Fred's tail was wagging just like he was bragging and off he went outside! Written by Kathy J Parenteau