What is the Glymphatic System?

Hint: It’s the brain’s garbage disposal

The bobcat stepped gingerly around the fallen tree trunk. A squirrel was hiding beneath it, and she was hungry. The tiny animal shivered in fear but refused to bolt, instinctively sensing she would lunch if she did. The delicate ear tufts of the bobcat glinted in the sunlight as she crouched comfortably to wait out the squirrel. Suddenly, she felt the vibration of human footsteps and heard their voices. Slowly rising, she peered out from the hiding place and saw two people coming her way. She stepped back, unsure if she should run, stay put, or come out and boldly face them.

“This walk is clearing my head; thanks for dragging me out, sweetheart. Too much screen time is frying my brain, and look at this glorious day,” said Annie.

LJ slowed down and touched Annie’s elbow, as he nodded to the right. “Go slow, Annie; there’s a bobcat behind the fallen tree.”

The bobcat stepped away from the tree and directly into their path. Annie and LJ slowed to give her space but did not stop to let her know they were not afraid. She was so beautiful with her perfectly striped coat. She paused and showed her teeth to let them know they were getting too close.

“Let’s move to the other side of the road. I think we’re blocking her getaway.”