Read Sweet Shop, part 1 here.
Still dancing, she did a pirouette out of the sweet shop door. There was a park across the street, the perfect place to enjoy her treat. She headed over to a large oak tree. It was a hot day, so a little shade was in order. She sat with her back against the tree trunk and peeled off the cellophane. The lollipop was so pretty, she almost hated to eat it. She stared at it, getting hypnotized by the colorful swirls.
The next thing she knew she was lying on the ground, gazing up at the sky. There was a wide opening between the branches. The brilliant blue sky was painted with puffs of pink. She had never seen clouds like this. How strange. What would cause clouds to turn such a shade? Maybe the sun was setting. She had lost track of time.
She picked the lollipop off her chest and covered it back up in the plastic wrap. It no longer held any appeal.
She was suddenly craving cotton candy.
Read Sweet Shop, part 3 here.
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