

Lily and her mom went to the park. Lily liked the park. She liked the swings, the slide, and the ducks. She also liked the vendor who sold ice cream. He was kind and always gave her a smile and a sticker.
One day, Lily saw a girl with a big balloon. The balloon was red and shiny. It had a ribbon and a bow. Lily admired the balloon. She wanted one too.
"Mom, can I have a balloon?" Lily asked.
"Maybe later, sweetie. We have to go home soon," Mom said.
Lily was sad. She looked at the balloon again. The girl was holding it tight. She did not want to share.
Lily and her mom walked past the vendor. He waved at them.
"Hello, Lily. Do you want some ice cream?" he asked.
Lily shook her head. She was not hungry. She was still thinking about the balloon.
The vendor noticed. He had a surprise for her. He reached behind his cart and pulled out a balloon. It was red and shiny. It had a ribbon and a bow. It was just like the one Lily admired.
"Here you go, Lily. This is for you. You are a good customer and a good friend," he said.
Lily's eyes widened. She could not believe it. She took the balloon and hugged it.
"Thank you, thank you, thank you!" she said.
"You're welcome, Lily. Enjoy your balloon," he said.
Lily was happy. She had a balloon. She smiled at the vendor. He was kind and generous. He made her day.
She and her mom walked home. Lily held the balloon high. She admired it all the way. She was glad she met the vendor. He was the best.
