Mirror in the Bathroom

Actually the mirror (my full-length one) is leaning in the corner of my bedroom. But why miss a chance to reference the English Beat?

Anyhoo, the point is, I don't actually use the mirror all that often. Once in an eternity, when I actually have to wear a suit or pull my tux out of the closet, I might take a quick peek. But I don't even wear a tie on a daily basis, so mostly the mirror goes unused.

Except for my dog that is. For some as-yet-to-be-determined reason, the Wonder Beagle has taken to staring at herself in the mirror these past few weeks. The best part is, she always reacts like it's the first time she's seen such a thing (and for all I know it is the first time as far she's concerned - don't dogs lack a short-term memory?). While staring at herself, the Wonder Beagle always looks completely thrilled to have discovered this strange, shiny, reflecty thing . Which got me to thinking, wouldn't it be...interesting...to experience that kind of continual surprise from familiar favorites in our own lives? For example...

"What is this beverage you say? Jamesons? Certainly I'd be delighted to try some. brief pause Why...it's delicious..burning...and soothing...all at once. Yes.... yes, I would love another."

Or....

"Hmmm, you call this pork chops and baked po-tay-to? And this is sour cream? My word, what an exquisite combination! I simply must have this again."

Or...

"This thing you call The Sexy..will I..enjoy it? Is it pleasurable? I'm not much for exercise you know. Very well, I'll give it a whirl. extended break "Wonderful. Wonderful. Wonderful. And yet again, wonderful. Can we do that again? Soon?"