Lala has always been known for her curious little adventures around the house, but nothing excites her more than food. The moment her tummy gives the slightest grumble, she knows exactly where to go—the kitchen. One afternoon, her hunger struck suddenly, and she decided there was no time to wait for anyone else. With determined little steps, she marched into the kitchen, her eyes already fixed on the bamboo steamer sitting on the counter.
Of course, steaming dumplings is no small task, especially for someone like Lala who has a playful and mischievous streak. First, she peeked around to make sure no one was watching her plan unfold. Then, she dragged over a small stool, climbing up carefully so she could reach the counter. She opened the container and revealed the frozen dumplings, her eyes sparkling with excitement as if she had just discovered treasure.
She plopped a few dumplings into the steamer basket—though a couple fell onto the floor in the process—and proudly set the lid on top. She had seen it done many times before, so in her mind, she was already a professional chef. As the steam began to rise, Lala’s face filled with anticipation. She paced back and forth in front of the stove, sniffing the air, her stomach rumbling louder with every minute that passed.
Finally, the delicious aroma told her the dumplings were ready. With a little help from her watchful family, the steamer was taken down safely, and Lala clapped her hands with joy. She could hardly wait to take the first bite. The dumplings were soft, warm, and perfect, and the satisfaction on her face said it all.
In that moment, the kitchen became more than just a place to cook—it became Lala’s little world of independence and joy. Hungry or not, she proved that sometimes the best meals are the ones you make for yourself. And as for Lala? She now believes she’s the household’s official dumpling chef, ready to steam up a snack anytime her tummy calls.
