Bug
Chkx crawled along the wood, which had been warm, but was rapidly cooling as the sun set and the shade grew. Everything was growing cooler, including Chkx herself. While she preferred cool and dark, it was becoming uncomfortably, though not yet dangerously cold at night. She sensed warmth ahead, and moisture, and kept crawling, seeking their comfort.
Kindred
The two spirits remained seated on the curb undisturbed watching the spectacle with bored expressions.
‘Round Yon Virgin
Even on an ordinary day you would be fortunate to have this as part of your path home. But this is no ordinary day. This is the last Saturday before Christmas and Southgate Mall is alive with all the splendor of the season.

