The Scrumptious Tale of an Allergic Kid

Below is another entry for Susanna Leonard Hill's Holiday Writing Contest. Enjoy!

door with Christmas wreath
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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!”

desserts lined up on trays
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  2. Awww, this is so special. I'm glad he got to enjoy the treats!

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  3. Lovely story. So happy he got to eat the special treats.

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  4. This shows such kindness! I love it!

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  5. I love this. A true treat for the child.

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  6. If only every hostess were so considerate!! I am glad Matthew gets to eat!

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