The Nightlight's Glow

    By Nicca Mirafuentes-Pacres

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    20 Sep, 2024

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    Ginger was lying on her bed, her eyes wide open. She was afraid of the dark and couldn't sleep.

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    Her mother, Mrs. Layne, noticed her difficulty and decided to help her overcome her fear.

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    Seeing the room dark, Ginger started to whimper. Mrs. Layne sat beside her, gently holding her hand.

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    "Sweetie, there's nothing to be scared of," Mrs. Layne started, "The dark is just the absence of light, nothing more."

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    "But Mommy, what if something hides in the dark?" Gingerasked, her voice trembling slightly.

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    "Nothing can hide in our house without us knowing, Ginger. We are safe here," Mrs. Layne reassured her.

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    Ginger looked around the room, the darkness seemed less scary now. She asked, "Can I sleep with the lamp on?"

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    "Of course, sweetie," Mrs. Layne said, "The lamp will keep the room bright and warm."

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    With the comforting glow of the lamp, Ginger's fear started to fade. She felt more at ease now.

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    Mrs. Layne stayed with her until she fell asleep, her hand gently stroking Ginger's hair.

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    Ginger was no longer scared. She knew the darkness was nothing to fear, and the night lamp was there to comfort her.

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    Mrs. Layne kissed her goodnight, whispering, "Sweet dreams, my brave girl."

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    Ginger woke up the next morning feeling proud. She had slept through the night without being afraid.

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    She ran to Mrs. Layne , excitedly telling her about the night. Mrs. Layne smiled, proud of her brave little girl.

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    The night came again. But this time, Ginger was not scared. She knew the night lamp was there to keep her company.

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    Mrs. Layne tucked her into bed, saying, "You're a brave girl, Ginger . I'm proud of you."

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    Ginger closed her eyes, the soft glow of the lamp soothing her. She fell asleep without any fear.

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    Mrs. Layne watched her sleep, a content smile on her face. Her little girl had overcome her fear.

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    The next morning, Ginger woke up refreshed. She had conquered her fear and now she felt invincible.

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    She hugged Mrs. Layne tightly, saying, "Thank you, Mommy. I'm not scared of the dark anymore."

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    Mrs. Layne hugged her back, saying, "I'm proud of you, Ginger. You're my brave little girl."

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    From that day on, Ginger was never afraid of the dark. She had her night lamp and her brave heart to keep her safe.

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