Sophie woke up excited, for it was her 14th birthday.
  Her best friend, Lily, had planned a surprise party.
  As Sophie walked downstairs, her friends shouted, 'Happy Birthday!'
  They spent the day playing games, laughing, and eating cake.
  Lily gave Sophie a bracelet with their initials engraved.
  As the party ended, Sophie looked at her friends with gratitude.
  The day reminded Sophie how lucky she was to have true friends.
  She made a wish that their friendship would last forever.
  
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