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The Music Box By Kassandra Lea “Are you ready to go?” Alvin Griffin asked as he pulled on a knit cap. A glance out the nearby window revealed dancing snowflakes in the glow of the porch light. It was the fifth of December and time for one of his favorite traditions, the presence of the snow added to the magic. Alvin rocked back on his heels, barely containing his excitement. Tonight was their official kickoff to the Christmas season. “Come on, or I’ll go without you.” “No you won’t,” replied Milo Abernathy. He stepped into the foyer, yanking up the zipper of his favorite hoodie, the cuffs tattered with loving use. His black hair stuck up here and there, almost as if he’d been napping instead of cleaning up their dinner dishes. “You’d wait forever.” “Maybe. Do you really want to find ou