Petey's Birthday Party

"Smile, Petey," Mom called, holding a camera. "It's your birthday."

"I don't want to," Petey said, crossing his arms. "I need to feel happy first."

"Aren't you happy with all the guests?" Mom said. "I invited everyone from the neighbourhood. I thought you would be happy to see them."

"I like all the guests, but I'm not happy yet," Petey said.

"Aren't you happy with all the presents?" Mom said. "There are millions and millions of presents. Big and small."

"I like all the presents, but I'm not happy yet," Petey said.

"Aren't you happy with all the animal and attractions?" Mom said. "There are elephants and giraffes. There are ghost houses and bumper cars. I got everything to bring your heart content."

"I like all the animals and attractions, but I'm not happy yet," Petey said.

"Okay, Petey," Mom said, sighing. "What will make you happy?"

"You forgot to give me a hug and a kiss," Petey said.

"Is that all?" Mom said. "I'm sorry, Petey. I was trying to make your birthday perfect, I forgot to give you a hug and a kiss."

Mom gave Petey a big hug and a big kiss. For the rest of the day, Petey smiles.

The End