The Taste of Home

Piper snapped the piece of bright pink bubblegum right down the middle with a sharp, echoing pop. She shoved one half directly into Hazel's hands, leaning in close. Her large, round eyes scanned Hazel's face, searching for any remaining trace of tears.

"Hey, do not cry! If Mom and Dad see, they will think I am being a punk and bullying you. My desk buddy gave me some gum. We can split it."

Hazel