Vivian Kirkfield's #50 Precious Words Contest

Below is my entry for Vivian Kirkfield's annual (but new to me!) #50PreciousWords 2018 contest. The challenge is to write a complete children's story containing a beginning, middle, and end in 50 words or less.

 PUDDLE (43 words)
 
“Rain again!” her mother muttered.
“What a shame!” But Jane’s heart fluttered.
 
Peanut-buttered lips curve wide;
grab rain boots and head outside.
 
Tiptoe, tiptoe, hurry, dash!
Knees bent low, now jump—splash!
 
Pitter patter back inside.
Fly back out, Mom by her side!