A Balloon Named Stanley.

Stanley was not an ordinary balloon. Most balloons couldn't think, feel, smell, or hear. Most of them preferred to keep their eyes closed and bobble along with the wind.

Not Stanley. Stanley opened his eyes and saw the colorful carnival that he now found himself. He could see the bright colors of various banners and attractions. How beautiful they were when he looked at them against the azure sky. He could smell the wonderfully sweet smell of kettle corn made for all to enjoy. Most of all was the music that he enjoyed. The bells and whistles of rides, the screams of delight from the children who passed. Stanley wished to be free so he could enjoy it all and his wish was granted when a round-faced girl with buck teeth bought him for the price of one whole quarter. He was delighted as he fluttered against her hair. He was now able to see more of the carnival he was born into. (This is a sample, not the complete story.)

A Balloon Named Stanley, Children's books, 5-10 yrs, 520 words, Jack Riley (Pseudonym), The world needs to be a bright place for children.,Stanley was not an ordinary balloon. , A parable about a balloon who wished for freedom got what he wanted and regretted it. Then asked a stranger for help and it backfired., children, A writer who wanted to branch out to children's literature., Prose, High School Graduate, None professional but over 10 years as a hobby, Experimental, reading/writing/playing games, Falls City NE, 29 years.