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Jealousy Is Not The Key

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In this captivating tale, three cousins, Sage, Mariah, and Miah, navigate the challenges of jealousy and learn the true meaning of courage while trying to fit into their new life in Atlanta. Faced with the struggle of sharing space and attention, they embark on an adventure to find their own unique strengths and ultimately discover that courage comes from within.

Sage, Mariah, and Miah had just moved to Atlanta, and everything felt different. They shared a room now, and adjusting was harder than Sage expected. She noticed Mariah and Miah still got more attention from their aunt, and it made her feel left out. Sage wanted to be happy for her cousins but couldn't shake off the jealousy. - "Why do they get all the attention?" Sage wondered aloud, her voice barely a whisper.

The next morning, Sage decided she wanted to do something to stand out. - "I know! I'll organize a family talent show," she announced, hoping it would win her some much-needed attention. Mariah looked skeptical. - "But what if no one likes our talents?" she asked. Sage shrugged off the doubt, determined to prove herself.

The girls began their preparations, but organizing a talent show was harder than Sage thought. First, they couldn't agree on who would perform what. - "I want to sing!" Mariah insisted. - "But I already planned a dance," Miah argued. Sage felt the pressure mounting. She needed this to work.

The second obstacle came when they tried to practice together. Miah kept interrupting with her own ideas, and Mariah was too shy to sing in front of others. - "I can't do it," Mariah said, tears welling up in her eyes. Sage felt her heart sink. How could they pull this off if nobody was willing to try?

On the day of the talent show, Sage felt nervous. Nothing had gone as planned, and she worried they would fail. As the living room filled with family, Sage could hardly breathe. - "What if we mess up?" she fretted to Mariah. - "We just have to do our best," Mariah replied, though her voice wavered with doubt.

Halfway through the first act, Miah forgot her dance steps and ran off the stage, embarrassed. Mariah froze under the spotlight, unable to sing. Sage stood there, feeling the weight of failure. - "Maybe this was a bad idea," she said, tears threatening to spill. It felt like the whole world was watching them fall apart.

Sage wanted to give up, and it seemed like the only option. The talent show was supposed to bring them closer, but now it was tearing them apart. - "I can't do this anymore," she whispered to herself. Their dream had turned into a nightmare, and Sage felt completely defeated.

Just then, Auntie Bree stepped forward. - "Why don't you girls take a break and come back when you're ready?" she suggested kindly. Her words sparked a warmth inside Sage. She realized it wasn't about perfection but about trying and supporting each other.

Sage called her cousins together. - "Let's do this for us," she said. They went back out, ready to give it one more try. This time, Sage played the piano, Mariah sang softly, and Miah danced with newfound joy. The room filled with applause, and Sage felt a sense of accomplishment.

In the end, the talent show was a success. Sage learned that courage wasn't about being perfect; it was about trying despite fear. - "We did it!" Mariah cheered. - "And it was fun," Miah added, grinning. Sage smiled, finally feeling at home and grateful for her family.

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