A stray among lapdogs.

I am an old dog who's new tricks are familiar enough, but I am surrounded by the vacuous herd of drones.

A corgi among chihuahuas, with a few beagles and other good breeds in the mix. I currently have the onerous task of herding these yapping pests in a recent project.

The lights are on in a few, and dawning on others, but I fear for the herd.

Mostly, I fear for me. I have pups that need me to succeed, else I don't know what I'd do sometimes.

"Don't frighten the humans." It was good advice when I was given it, and it still is true now. The mediocre, in large enough numbers, will always win.

Stay agile.