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I quietly walked down the stairs on Christmas eve as not to arrows my parents. With speed and elegance, I crept around corners keeping always on the alert for signs of life in the quiet house. After what seemed like years I came a long-awaited sight. Nested in the corner sat a beautifully ornamented Christmas tree. Glowing so bright, it fought back the creeping darkness I hid myself in. From that darkness, I could easily see the hanging stockings surrounding the tree as the snow circles when caught in a draft of wind. What drew my attention the most was the peculiarly shaped wrapping tucked under the tree. In the back of my mind, I could only hope that the package covered the ornate frame of the elephant figure I wanted so badly. Sadly, I would have to wait until morning to open it up and find out.
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