I spotted a Labrador sleeping on a cool tile patio. Sunlight soaked through the trees, making it look soft. Its breathing was slow, steady. I stood there for a moment, hoping it would stay that way forever. The shop behind it was quiet, too. Just me and the dog, sharing this peaceful slice of time. I almost wanted to sit beside it but didn’t want to wake it up.

A Labrador Retriever sleeping peacefully on a tiled patio in front of a small shop.