The Scrumptious Tale of an Allergic Kid
Below is another entry for Susanna Leonard Hill's Holiday Writing Contest. Enjoy!
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The Scrumptious Tale of an Allergic Kid
146 words
Mom rings the doorbell and I tug at my itchy collar. The door opens and we are greeted by the noise of Christmas music and grown-ups chatting.
“Matthew, this is my coworker, Mrs. Archer.”
I wave.
“Welcome!” Mrs. Archer smiles at me. “Follow me to the kitchen. I want to show you all the goodies.”
“No thanks,” I say. “I’m not hungry.”
“Oh, but a little elf told me that you could only eat special things, so several of Santa’s little helpers whipped up a bunch of treats that were allergen free.”
My ears perk up.
The door to the kitchen opens and there’s a full array of glittering cookies and scrumptious looking snacks.
Mrs. Archer gestures to the table. “I double and triple checked. Everything here is okay for you to eat.”
I look at Mom. She nods.
I lick my lips. “I’m starving!”
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ReplyDeleteAwww, this is so special. I'm glad he got to enjoy the treats!
ReplyDeleteLovely story. So happy he got to eat the special treats.
ReplyDeleteThis shows such kindness! I love it!
ReplyDeleteI love this. A true treat for the child.
ReplyDeleteWhat a special treat for a kid!
ReplyDeleteIf only every hostess were so considerate!! I am glad Matthew gets to eat!
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