Every home has its characters.

The calm one.
The thoughtful one.
And then… the beast.

In our house, the beast has four legs,
a wagging tail,
and absolutely no respect for personal space.

Bella.

She greets everyone like a long-lost brother,
even if she met them five minutes ago.

No hesitation.
No doubt.
Just instant love…
at full speed.

And when she runs,
she doesn’t simply move —
she bounces.

Off the sofa.
Across the room.
Into your lap.

You may not have invited her,
but she has already decided
you are family.

A beast?
Perhaps.

But the kind that reminds you
how joyful it is
to greet life
with a full-hearted bounce 🐾.

— Maggie
The Afterlove Voice 💫