GILDING THE LILY - a 100 word story

GILDING THE LILY
Lucy’s father took her out for a pizza on her birthday and spoiled her, as usual. A computer game she’s been on about for weeks, a cashmere jumper that will need hand-washing, and a box of make-up.Lucy saw my expression. “Mum! I am ten now, you know.”“We discussed this already, darling – no make-up till you’re a teenager.”“It’s not fair – everyone else wears it.”“None of your friends do.”She smiled reluctantly, knowing she’d lost. “Okay – I’ll swap it – Boots have some really cool sunglasses.”It seems only yesterday she was in nappies....................................................................Exquisite though these are, I prefer roses au naturel, hence my story today.Thanks to Rochelle for the photograph and for hosting Friday Fictioneers. To read how other writers interpreted the prompt, go to  https://rochellewisoff.com/  and follow the Blue Frog trail.