Discoveries Ahead

Chester patrols from his perch gazing right to left then back right on his level of sight. Rachell is strolling down the red brick aisle at the Farmer’s Market on the town square while he rides in his pet pouch all the way. He is going shopping this morning with his most favorite, Rachell. His head is the only thing anyone can see. A couple of guys with their gals spot him looking at them. They crouch to take a closer look as they ask permission to pet him.

Rachell replies, “Yes,” as Chester watches a hand gently reach to stroke the top of his head.

“How old is he?” one of the ladies asks.

“8 years,” Rachell responds. 

“Oh, how sweet,” the lady professes. She bids thank you for the encounter with him.

Chester and Rachell move along the trail of fruit and vegetable tents that line the guided pathway. Bright yellow squash, pink and red radishes, white bok choi and many other edibles splash the scene.

Out of nowhere, Chester is faced with a small human in a stroller right next to him. He is very surprised to see a toddler on his eye level. He leans forward with his nose taking in the smell of this new encounter. The child reaches his little hand to pet Chester as he holds perfectly still.

Rachell lifts Chester to her face placing him nose to nose and states “Now this is what getting out and socializing is about. Let’s have some fun.”

Chester enjoys the brief interaction and thinks, “This is fun. I look forward to many more discoveries ahead!”