By my smart and beautiful girlfriend Tyra.
I’m rudely awakened to the sounds of my neighbors. Their chirps and songs at the first sight of light drives me mad.
I emerge out of the comfort of my rock cave, I hate the cold. It’s not like I stay warm in there anyways, I just like that it’s my cave.
It’s time to hunt. I make my way through the tall grass. There! A cricket! I make my way for the kill. Oh how they look scary. I am tough. My long mouth opens and I have it in my possession.
The crunch and juices make my day, but man, I want to sleep more now that I’m full. I walk along some me more until I see it. The most perfect rock in the sun.
I make my way to the top. What a climb. I let my eyes rest as I enjoy the warmth of the sun. Oh how I love my lizard life.
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Hahahahaha I wish I was a lizard. Please tell Tyra that I loved her story!
Loving this one ♦️♦️♦️♦️
Interesting
I loved it, what a creative choice by your girlfriend. It was very enjoyable entering the mind of a lizard. I still remember your story The Cry In The Water, I’ve included it in my list under the Raise Your Voice Thread.
And what a life to live and love! 😆🦎
I want to be a lizard now! 😁
Simple pleasures of a lizard life. Cute story, Jamye, your girlfriend has done well.