Leo sits on warm grass beside Sparky. A loud laugh rings out from beyond the fence.
Maya swings high on the gate. Her hair flies like a rainbow ribbon as she leans down toward Leo.
Maya points at Sparky 'Can I play?' Her sneaker taps the dirt Leo holds Sparky tight.
Maya wobbles like a robot making silly sounds Leo snorts Sparky beeps softly and relaxes.
Leo lifts Sparky slowly his shoulder rising he offers it like a special gift Mayas claps loudly.
They march across the yard counting steps one two three until their feet stop moving.
Now Sparky flashes red plays kazoo tune everyone giggles jumping knees shaking together happily.
Sunset paints orange streaks across playground they sit quietly sharing friendship built today new beginning awaits tomorrow morning.
