My cousin, who majors in music in a uni in Wuhan, is a kind and good-looking girl. I heard that she adopted a puppy several months ago during the school term. Busy with lessons, I hardly had time to see the animal until winter vacation started a week ago.

The puppy is called Jessica. She has soft curly brown fur, a small round face and big bright sparkling eyes. Shy in nature, she does not play with other members of the canine family in the neighbourhood. I reckon that is very likely because she lost her original owner.

While she was a stray dog, my cousin came across her at a market. The poor creature might have been abandoned or have been accidentally separated from her master. Full of pity for the pathetic creature, my cousin fed some bread to her. After that Jessica followed my cousin like a shadow and did not want to break up. Jessica ended up adopted by my cousin, who was touched by the bond.

Well groomed, Jessica looks elegant. Her frolicking around in the yard is such a feast for my eyes. Without any doubt, she is our princess. To my amazement, she takes a liking to me. Nestling in my lap is her favourite pastime. Holding Jessica in my arms, I feel her warmth and softness.

Each creature is a miracle. I love Jessica. Pretty soon she will be back in Wuhan with my cousin. I am already looking forward to meeting the bouncy puppy again when the next holiday comes round.