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“Golden”

  • Writer: Caitlynn Sophia Seno
    Caitlynn Sophia Seno
  • Dec 6, 2021
  • 2 min read

Updated: Dec 8, 2021


It is the annual Christmas celebration in the local area, and everyone is enthusiastic about the festivities, food, and music, but one particular event is what everyone is most looking forward to. The "Geese Gold" contest is an entertaining local tradition that has been going on for years. The contest consists of six geese laying eggs, with the most golden egg being declared the winner. As per tradition, these six geese are cared for by six children.


The place is illuminated by a massive Christmas tree, giving everyone goosebumps. Some folks have come to listen to the Christmas carolers while sipping hot cocoa. Meanwhile, the majority of people are making their way to the large barn where the "Geese Gold" contest is being held. The contest began shortly, with the six geese perched on a high chair, with their respective children behind them. The crowd awe’s in adoration at the preciousness of the geese and the children, unaware of the anguish and stress of having to care for these species of bird. The kids smile at the audience, awaiting the outcome of this event.


The event's host begins to energize the audience. "Good day, everyone! Christmas greetings! Are you excited for this year's "Geese Gold?”. The audience yells in excitement as they await the result of this year's winner. Some people have even begun to wager money on this occurrence. "All right, then, let's get started!" " exclaims the host. The timer begins, and the youngsters encourage their geese to begin laying. The time has no bearing on the competition; it is only used to keep track of it; all that counts is what everyone is looking for: a Golden egg. Once a goose lays an egg, it is swiftly covered until every goose has laid one, at which point everything is revealed. Five minutes later, three of the geese had finally laid an egg, but the other three are still catching up. It's becoming heated, and the audience can't take it any longer. The other two children are anxious, but they try to remain calm in order to make their geese comfortable. After 3 minutes, the remaining two geese have finally set their eggs and are swiftly covered.


"It appears that everything is in order; are you looking forward to the results?" ”. The crowd screams in excitement once more. "Let's take the cloth off on the count of three." One, two, three! ”. The audience's gaze is drawn to the stage, their eyes twinkling with wonder. What a startling result: all six geese have lay a beautiful golden egg! Nothing like this has ever happened before. The crowd, particularly the children, were taken aback by this. "Goodness, it appears that everyone is a winner!" " The host expresses his amazement. Some were in disbelief and amazed, while others who had placed bets were left dissatisfied. In any case, it's a joyful ending for all the kids and a fun celebration for everyone. Will the next years be the same?


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