By daily 
On his birthday, Rudy padded quietly to his favorite sunny spot by the window, but even the warmth couldn’t lift his spirits. He gazed outside, eyes misty, watching the leaves dance in the gentle breeze. His tail barely moved; the usual happy wag was gone.
“I don’t feel so good today… I’m so lonely on my birthday,” he sighed softly, pressing his nose to the cold glass.
Suddenly, he heard the familiar jingle of keys at the door, followed by a burst of laughter. One by one, familiar faces appeared—Con, Maxim, and even tiny Qupy, each with tails wagging and eyes full of excitement. They barked out a harmonious “Happy Birthday!” filling the house with joy and warmth.
Rudy’s eyes sparkled, his sadness melting away in an instant. He realized he was never truly alone; his family was always there, ready to celebrate and fill his world with love. As they huddled around him, Rudy snuggled in, feeling happy and loved, knowing that this was the best birthday gift of all.