Abi, a golden Shiba Inu, had always been full of life, her eyes sparkling like two little suns. But today was different. Today was Abi’s birthday, and yet, her usual joy was absent. Her owner, the one person who always made her feel special, was away on a business trip, leaving Abi to spend her birthday alone in the quiet, empty house.
She sat by the window, her head resting on the cool glass, watching the world outside as the rain gently tapped against the pane. Normally, Abi would chase the raindrops with her eyes, barking playfully as they raced down the glass. But not today. Her eyes, usually so full of energy, were now heavy with sadness. She wished, just for a moment, that her owner could come home and celebrate her special day with her.
The house felt bigger than usual, almost too big for one small dog. Abi walked slowly to her birthday corner, where a little party had been set up just for her: a hat, a small cake, and a colorful banner that read, “Happy Birthday, Abi!” But what good was a party if there was no one to share it with?
Abi’s tail drooped as she stared at the untouched cake. She loved her owner deeply, but the loneliness weighed on her. All she wanted was someone to pet her head, to tell her she was loved, and to wish her a happy birthday. But instead, the house echoed with silence.
As the day drew on, Abi curled up on her favorite rug, the one she used to share with her owner during movie nights. Her eyes, filled with unshed tears, slowly closed. In her dreams, she imagined a world where her owner was there, showering her with love and affection, playing with her in the rain, and celebrating the special day together.
But reality was different. Abi woke up to the same quiet house, and the sadness returned. Her heart ached, not for the cake or the presents, but for the simple joy of knowing that someone cared. On her birthday, all Abi wished for was love—a love that, for today, felt far away.
