Roly-Poly

Roly-Poly

Yesterday morning I watched a roly-poly, who was flipped on its back on the sidewalk, row its spindly legs like crazy in an attempt to right itself.

I tried to help the poor creature get turned around.

But every time I touched it, the roly-poly curled itself into a tight ball.

Later, I found it right where I'd left it. No longer struggling, the poor bug was motionless and sun-faded.

I hope it didn't die too proudly.