![]() ![]() I looked around for their parents and noticed we were surrounded by trees on the far side of the park away from any adult help. ![]() Her rosy cheeks paled as she turned to me with wide eyes. “Well?” “I can’t go up there,” she whispered softly. I nudged her, which seemed to break her out of her trance. I turned to his sister expectantly to see what she would do but she no longer looked like the vibrant girl I met a moment ago. I can’t get down!” I could see him shaking from where I was standing and felt sorry for the little guy. The monkey bars were meant for kids three times his size. It looked pretty scary to an eight-year old so I could only imagine how the younger boy in denim overalls, crouched over in tears, on top of the bars felt. We finally came to a stop near a set of bright blue monkey bars. We quickly passed swing sets, merry-go rounds, and jungle gyms, but I never really saw any of it as she pulled me across the park at top speed. “Mom, Lake and I will find Buddy and we’ll meet you at the car,” the girl rushed out as she grabbed my hand and took off running across the playground. I only gave my name as a distraction because for some reason I didn’t want the other girl in trouble, but now I didn’t know what to do as they both stared at me. ![]() I guess learning my name was some kind of victory for her. They both turned to me, her mother appearing confused while Willow grinned at me triumphantly. ![]() “Willow Olivia Waters,” her mother started, turning red. ![]()
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