Fluffy was a cute yellow cat who lived with his family in a cozy apartment. He had everything he could ever want: food, toys, a warm bed, and lots of love. But Fluffy was also very curious and adventurous. He often wondered what was outside the window, beyond the walls of his home. He wanted to see the world and have some fun. One day, when his family was out, Fluffy saw his chance. He noticed that the door was slightly open, and he decided to sneak out. He ran down the stairs, past the lobby, and out into the street. He felt a rush of excitement as he saw the cars, the people, and the buildings. He smelled the flowers, the garbage, and the food. He heard the noises, the music, and the voices. He was free! Fluffy ran around, exploring everything he could. He chased a butterfly, climbed a tree, and scratched a post. He met other cats, dogs, and birds. He played, fought, and made friends. He had so much fun that he lost track of time and place. He didn't realize how far he had gone, or how late it was getting.
Chapter Two: The Big Trouble
When Fluffy finally decided to go back home, he realized that he was lost. He didn't recognize anything around him. He tried to retrace his steps, but he couldn't find his way. He started to panic. He felt scared, hungry, and tired. He wished he had never left his home. Fluffy wandered around, looking for help. He asked some cats, but they ignored him or chased him away. He asked some dogs, but they barked at him or tried to bite him. He asked some people, but they shooed him or ignored him. He felt alone, sad, and hopeless. He found a cardboard box in an alley and crawled inside. He hoped that someone would find him and take him home. He curled up and closed his eyes. He dreamed of his family, his bed, and his toys. He missed them so much.
Chapter Three: The Big Rescue
Meanwhile, Fluffy's family was looking for him. They had come back home and found the door open and Fluffy gone. They were worried sick. They searched the apartment, the building, and the neighborhood. They asked everyone they met, but no one had seen Fluffy. They put up posters, called the shelters, and posted online. They prayed that Fluffy was safe and that someone would bring him back. The next day, a kind lady saw Fluffy in the box. She recognized him from the poster and picked him up. She called the number on the poster and told Fluffy's family that she had found him. They were overjoyed. They thanked the lady and rushed to meet her. They hugged Fluffy and cried tears of joy. Fluffy was so happy to see them. He purred and licked their faces. He was sorry for running away and causing them trouble. He realized that home was the best place for him. Fluffy's family took him back to the apartment. They gave him food, water, and a bath. They checked him for injuries and gave him a collar. They cuddled him, played with him, and told him how much they loved him. Fluffy felt warm, safe, and loved. He was glad to be home. He learned his lesson and never ran away again. He still had his curiosity and his adventures, but only inside the apartment, with his family. He was the happiest cat in the world.
(Themes in Biblical Narrative 5) Gerard P. Luttikhuizen - Eve's Children_ The Biblical Stories Retold and Interpreted in Jewish and Christian Traditions (Themes in Biblical Narrative)-Brill Academic P.pdf