Kids will be Kids
Chapter 1
Do you folks remember Al Hallivan, Halley and Salley's little brother? If you don't, shame on you
(just kidding). Well, the reason I asked is because this is own little adventure story. I hope you
like it.
It was evening. The Hallivan family was in the living room. Corey
and Hannah, the parents, had an important announcement.
"Since you kids had behaved so well this month," said Hannah, "your
father and I decided to give you some surprises." While the eager kids were waiting for their
prizes, Corey took out a bag filled with the stuff for them.
"For Salley and Halley," he said, "a couple tickets to see 'Eternal
Salvation'."
Salley and Halley took the tickets. "Oh my God!" they exclaimed.
"Thank you!"
"What did I get?" Al asked feeling psyched.
Hannah and Corey smiled. Then, they moved on to Al's surprise.
"And for Albert," said Hannah, "a glow-in-the-dark yo-yo."
Al took the yo-yo and just looked at it. "That's it? I only get this for
being good for a whole month?"
"Well, yes. We though you've always wanted that."
Al made a gloomy face. "Not anymore. I'd rather prefer one of those
monster video games or Sour Patch Kids."
Corey sighed. "Al, listen to us. We don't play video games here
because it rots your brain. Plus, too much sugar gets you hyper. You remembered what
happened last time at our housewarming party?"
"That was when I was five. I'm seven, now and I really want one of
those thingies!"
"It doesn't matter," said Hannah. "We already said no and you get
what you get."
Al was getting frustrated. "It does matter! I don't get a lot of things
that I want! Hal and Sal get more credit than I do. I mean, look at them. They got PG-13 movie
tickets and I get a stupid toy attached to a string! THAT'S NOT FAIR!!"
"Albert, that's enough of your rude behavior! If you're going to
complain about this, then go to your room."
"But, Mom—"
"Your room, mister."
Al started to walk upstairs, but just as he got to the stairs, he
stopped. He then threw the yo-yo at the wall and it broke. Hannah and Corey were crossed.
"That's it, Al!" said Corey. "You're grounded for the rest of the
night! Now, go!"
Al started to panic. He hated being grounded. "W-wait. I'm sorry!"
"No, you're not," said Hannah. "You just broke a new yo-yo that
your father and I spent 3.00 for. Now, stay in your room and think about what you've done!"
Al continued walking up the stairs angrily and a little bit crying.
While Al was in his room, he was mumbling under his breath, "Why do
Mom and Dad always treat me like a big baby? Seriously, I think I'm old enough to get whatever
I want. Don't people ever say that kids are free to choose what they want?" Al sighed. "Well, I
guess I might as well run away and find a new family to live with. I'm tired of being the
youngest child. Maybe I might get more respect if I find one."
Al jumped from his bed and took out his suitcase. He packed all the
things that he needed or wanted. Then, he grabbed his case and was about to climb out the
window.
Before he did, he said, "So long, folks. I'll never forget you. I'm now
on my own." Al climbed out the window and began his journey to the outside world.