Supposed too

The sun goes down, as if to sleep. I awake from sleep so deep. The air is crisp and I’m ready to eat. There is a barn owl in the tree. I wonder if he or she can see me. The owl flies down so silent and quick.

Hoot hoot

She says

Hello I say back

A mouse , my mouse runs in his wheel.

I’m relieved that the window is closed.

Hoot hoot says the owl

I am getting nervous

What frightens you my friend? Says the owl

I nearly faint

I summon the strength to say

Don’t eat him.

What ? The owl sounds indignant

I’m a vegan said the owl after a long silence.

I say with more confidence

I thought you were supposed to-

The owl interrupts

Supposed to? This isn’t a story in a book? Our lives are mailable and can change from day to day. Don’t let others dictate what you are supposed to do.

The owl flew away

I stayed awake contemplating what I’ve just learned.