Last week, I was walking down the sidewalk near a school when a boy ran past me....

Last week, I was walking down the sidewalk near a school when a boy ran past me.
You are looking great, Alfred! someone shouted. You have never looked better!
I turned and saw a small girl standing on the corner.
She couldnt have been more than eight years old.
Her hands were on her hips.
Faster! she shouted. You can do it.
Three more kids ran past me.
Do not stop! the little girl screamed. Stopping is not an option.
I laughed, and then I turned back around and walked to my car.
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