"I want a kiss!" I jumped up, but I couldn't reach. I'd heard grown-ups say giving a kiss to the Lucky Old Lady would grant you a wish.
"What are you doing, Theresa?" Mommy asked, walking up behind me.
"I want a wish, but I can't reach her." I sniffed.
Mommy, with the strangest expression, picked me up and held me to the Lucky Lady's face. I kissed her marble cheek, closed my eyes, and made a wish.
"Better?" Mommy asked, lowering me.
I examined her, but the odd look was gone, so I forgot it. I nodded and beamed.