Spare Day, Part 2
Callsign: COAL
Handler: Spare
AO: Skyhouse BNB → Adjacent Green Space → Irby’s Patio
OP WINDOW: 08:10–23:30 (amended)
06:10 — Wake / Perimeter Yawns
Status: Mom overseas; I assume domestic command.
Handler initiates coffee protocol. Couch secured. Eyes at 40% (productive drowsing).
08:10 — Breakfast Time
Status: Fresh grated cheese back on the menu
Result: Delicious
09:25 — Patrol 1: Morning Recon (Green Space Adjacent)
New grassland discovered adjacent to AO.
Findings: 2 x squirrels (bold), 1 x tabby (skeptical).
ROE: Visual lock only. Tail: elevated, manners intact.
10:10 — Desk Duty / Co-Pilot Mode
Handler “working for two.” I conduct morale ops (snore cycles 12–15 min).
Throughput gain: +7 belly rubs/hr (estimated).
12:32 — Patrol 2: Midday Stretch
Hydration top-off; shade audit complete.
Jogger encountered (neutral).
Hawk shadow noted (ignored politely).
13:05 — Lunch Window
Handler consumes; I deploy Wholesome Stare™.
Result: one treat, and modest kibble bonus.
14:20 — Patrol 3: Squirrel Revisit
Squirrel situation stable; my resolve stronger.
Tabby off-duty.
18:00–19:30 — **Tactical Nap (Skyhouse)**
Joint power-down.
Ambient AC: acceptable.
Dream content: open field, perfect recall.
Wake both units refreshed and smug.
19:30 — Pre-Deployment Checks
Pack: collapsible bowl, waste bags,
my portable throne (bed),
**treat cache** (for diplomacy).
19:45 — Staging / Final Readiness
Leash clipped.
Bed prepped.
Ears at 70% (anticipatory).
Chariot promised.
20:00 — **Irby’s Patio: On-Site Command Reestablished (H-Hour)**
Bed deployed (only K9 cot on premises). Immediate interest from other units:
• 1 x Boxer (friendly booper)
• 2 x Doodles (synchronised waggers)
• 1 x Golden Retriever (professional greeter)
All reportedly jealous of my bed/toy/food setup. I accepted compliments graciously.
20:05–21:00 — **Treat Diplomacy**
Handler distributes shared treats. I endorse policy.
Outcome: Multispecies détente achieved; **All tails happy**.
Two-legged friendlies abundant; forehead scratches, ear rubs, and “CEO of Chillin’” comments recorded.
I perform Statue Calm while Handler manages bar logistics/restroom—line holds, zero drift. Zen: 9.8/10.
21:00 — Halftime Patrol
One perimeter loop (block).
Street intel updated.
Return to post; bed loyalty reaffirmed.
21:10–22:00 — Patio Continuation
Crowd density increased (~19 humans, ~7 dogs).
More 2- and 4-legged positive engagements (laughter, photos, general admiration).
I cultivate fan club without compromising posture.
22:30 — Sustenance Break
Handler and I both decide on **burger**.
I receive unseasoned patty (vet-approved).
Handler eats fries; I monitor.
Tummy: satisfied.
23:00 — Final Drinks / Wind-Down
Handler finishes beer.
I monitor doorway.
Environment: low-noise, high-smile.
23:20 — RTB (Return to Base)
Route: patio → sidewalk → elevator.
Water confirmed.
Bed redeployed at Skyhouse.
22:30–22:45 — Debrief
Inventory: toys accounted, treat cache diminished (mission success). Paws wiped.
22:45–01:30 — Recovery Ops
Background film engaged. I select couch adjacency; Handler within paw’s reach.
Sleep onset swift; snore index polite. Day complete.
NOTES:
• Adjusted nap block (18:00–19:30) improved porch performance and patience metrics.
• High dog density handled via Treat Diplomacy; zero resource guarding, zero reactivity.
• Two-legged buddy engagement exceptionally joyful—head tilts deployed, smiles harvested.
• Bed continues to project calm authority; civilians soothed on sight.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
1) Maintain pre-Irby’s Tactical Nap for optimal zen.
2) Replenish treat cache for ongoing diplomacy (Boxer/Doodle/Golden coalition expects parity).
3) Consider **burger** mission later in week (unseasoned, vet-approved).
4) Continue green-space patrols (squirrel program morale-critical).
SIGN-OFF:
COAL, K9 — end of Spare: Day 2 (Amended) ops.
Tail steady. Systems green. Ready for evening redeployments. Deep sleep expected.
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