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…….. \u00a0One day there was a boy who made matches for himself out of kindling. \u00a0He took them upstairs and collected a candle, a bowl of water, a lighter, a piece of paper, and “safety gloves.” \u00a0With great concentration he lit the match, blew out the fire, and dipped it into a bowl of water. \u00a0He lit it again, blew it out, and used the charred end to write on the paper just like you would with a pencil and he was very pleased with himself. \u00a0His little brother watched each step with great fascination and a good deal of admiration. \u00a0He asked if he could have a turn, too. \u00a0So, the boy handed him a match, helped him light it, and coached him through the steps as needed. \u00a0The younger brother was very pleased with himself. \u00a0Meanwhile, their mother watched\u00a0without saying a word\u00a0<\/em>and she was\u00a0very surprised<\/strong>\u00a0at herself …………….<\/p>\n

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