3.06 Assignment: Life of Pets Example
The alarm clock rings at 7:00 am but I have already been awake for who knows how long
waiting patiently. My master shuts it off and shuffles out of bed to the bathroom. I wait
anxiously by the door, ready for my first walk of the day. When he comes out I leap with
excitement as I ponder the adventures that await me outside. He grabs my leash, hooks it to my
collar and I bolt out the door!
Zig zagging across the lawn, I use my nose to find the perfect spot to mark my territory. I
greet my friends that are out this morning. Buddy from across the street, Cookie from around the
corner, and Jackson from the cul-de-sac are all out with their masters and we say hello as we
pass each other. I feel a sense of joy as I believe this to be the best morning ever! The sun warms
my fur and I can see my master smiling down at me. I have a noticeable pep in my step as I hop
from one lawn to the next.
Suddenly a noise interrupts my walk. A loud beep and a crash! Oh no, the garbage truck
here to ruin my perfect day! I am filled with terror as I run as fast as I can back towards the
house, my master being pulled behind me. He is yelling at me to stop but I can’t and I won’t. Not
until I am safely back inside.
Once in the house my master scolds me for running so quickly but I am too overwhelmed
with worry over what the garbage men will do today. Maybe they will try to hurt my master? Or
me? I peek out the front window and watch as the garbage truck passes. Safe this time. I am
filled with relief.
I hear my master pouring my breakfast and I quickly gobble it up. Before I know it, it is
time for my first nap. I take my usual spot on the couch and curl up. Before dozing off I think to
myself, I guess today isn’t so bad after all.