Tex, Indi, and their family were visiting Aunt Jen and her farm.
“Welcome back,” said Aunt Jen. “You’re just in time to see the wildflowers wake up!”
“Flowers don’t really sleep,” said Indi. “Do they?”
“Not like we do,” said Aunt Jen. “But sometimes they rest underground through the cold winter months. When spring comes, their roots grow down to drink rainwater, their stems reach up to feel sunshine, and then they bloom!”
“They’re so pretty!” said Tex.
“These aren’t our only springtime surprises,” said Aunt Jen. “Just wait till you see our new little Rosebud!”
The family walked past the vegetable garden, and the chickens, and the big yellow tractor.
“Here she is,” Aunt Jen smiled. “Our new little Rosebud!”
“You tricked us!” giggled Indi. “We thought you were showing us a flower, not a baby lamb.”
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