The next day, Miriam came into the kitchen where her Mommy was busy working.
"Mommy, can I help you?" Miriam asked.
"Sure! You can stir these ingredients in this bowl right here" said Miriam's mom as she handed Miriam a wire whisk. Miriam stirred and stirred with all her might. After a few minutes, she looked up at her mom and asked, "What are we making, Mommy?"
"It's a cake for our neighbors down the street," her mom answered.
"A cake!" Miriam's eyes lit up. "Is it someone's birthday?"
"No. This is a little something we are giving them for Christmas."
Miriam was confused. But she didn't say anything. She just kept on stirring.
