Burgerina's heart sank. The solo went to her best friend. She smiled– but it didn't feel real.
She said "Congrats," but clapped late, laughed less, and skipped lunch.
"Her shine doesn't dim yours," sad the Pointe Shoe Fairy. "Real friends clap – even from the wings."
Spotlights move. But friendship stays. Clap – even when it's not your turn to shine.
Burgerina cheered, danced, and lauged– and loved being part of something big.