So sad

I was discussing reasons with my children as to why I shouldn't get a pet at my age.  A short time later, I discovered a fruit fly in the kitchen.  When I went to the computer in the next room, it followed me.  Hence, my new found pet!  As I slowly sipped the last of the coffee from my cup, I looked inside.  Alas.  I no longer have my pet fruit fly....................marge