Rain needles the windowpane, soft and cruel, a silver net cast over the world's slow breath. Inside, I cradle heat- dark and bitter as memory- in a chipped mug that knows my hands.
The throw blanket clings like a second skin, threadbare, trusted, steeped in the scent of long hours and quiet survival. At my feet, the slow thud of his sigh- my great beast of comfort, fur soaked in dreams.
Outside, the world drowns in its own grey hush. Inside, I sip the storm away- one steaming mouthful at a time.
It's been raining nonstop for hours. A hot cup of coffee in my hands, warm throw blanket wrapped around me, and my faithful companion at feet are the perfect comfort for a cold and dreary day.