By daily 
It was a dreary Thursday morning in Maplewood, with dark clouds looming overhead and rain pouring relentlessly. As the postal worker, Alex, made his rounds, he could feel the chill seeping into his bones. He was used to the weather, but today felt different—he sensed that something needed to be done.
As he approached a small park, he spotted a soaked, shivering dog huddled beneath a bench. The pup, a scruffy little terrier mix, looked up at him with wide, frightened eyes. Alex’s heart sank. He could tell the dog was scared and alone.
“Hey there, buddy,” he said softly, crouching down. The dog didn’t move, just watched him with a mix of hope and wariness. Alex glanced around, searching for any sign of an owner, but the park was deserted, save for the relentless rain.
Without a second thought, Alex pulled out his umbrella. “Let’s get you out of this rain,” he said, gently coaxing the dog closer. The little terrier hesitated for a moment, then cautiously made its way toward him, seeking shelter under the large umbrella.