The date for Joy's surgery was approaching rapidly. This was a significant milestone for a child of only three.
Hadley had resolved some time ago to treat Joy with a special gift.
For months, she'd saved every possible penny, even Limiting her diet to the simplest meals of bread and water.
Being young and healthy, Hadley could handle a bit of severity.
Yet, Joy deserved a treat.
"Mommy," said Joy, filled with a mixture of hope and hesitation. "Can I really choose?"
"Absolutely," Hadley responded, feeling a mix of pain and joy, maintaining a reassuring smile. "What is it that you'd like, sweetheart?"
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