The sun dipped below the horizon, painting the sky in hues of orange and pink. Little Lily snuggled into her bed, a soft, fluffy blanket wrapped around her.
She loved the quiet time before bed. It was a special moment, just for her and the comforting darkness of her room.
Lily's mom kissed her forehead. "Sweet dreams, my little one," she whispered, her voice warm and soothing.
Lily closed her eyes, and her mind drifted to the beautiful flowers she'd seen earlier that day, their petals swaying gently in the breeze.
She pictured a fluffy cloud, a giant cotton candy floating just above her bed, its soft edges like the softest pillows.
A gentle breeze rustled through the tall trees in the forest near her house. Little owls hooted softly from their nests high up in the branches. The sound was like a lullaby.
Lily imagined the stars peeking out, twinkling like tiny diamonds scattered across the velvet night sky.
She thought about the delicious dinner she had just eaten and how her tummy felt full and happy.
A warm feeling settled over her. It was a feeling of peace and happiness, a calm preparation for a restful night's sleep.
Lily smiled, a tiny smile that lit up her face in the darkness. She felt ready to sleep soundly. The gentle rhythm of her heartbeat settled into a steady beat. And soon, with a sigh, Lily drifted off into a peaceful sleep, dreaming of fluffy clouds and twinkling stars.
The gentle rocking of the night-time world was lulling her into a calm, peaceful sleep.
As sleep took her, Lily whispered softly, "Sweet dreams." And with that, the night was hers to enjoy. She was ready to rest.