

Lily was lonely. She had no friends to play with on the holiday. Her mom and dad were busy with work. She wished she had a pet to keep her company.
One day, she saw a little bird on the window. It was hurt and could not fly. Lily felt sorry for the bird. She opened the window and took the bird inside. She gave it some water and seeds. She made a nest for it with a box and some cotton.
"Hello, bird," Lily said. "I will take care of you. I will raise you until you can fly again. Do you want to be my friend?"
The bird looked at Lily with its bright eyes. It chirped softly. It seemed to say yes.
Lily was happy. She had a friend to play with on the holiday. She named the bird Blue. She sang to it and read it stories. She taught it some words. Blue learned to say Lily and hello.
Lily and Blue had fun together. They were not lonely anymore. They were happy.
