Mike is a boy who really wants a bike

Mike had always wanted a bike. Ever since he was a little boy, he had dreamed of the wind rushing through his hair as he zoomed down the street, the pavement flying by beneath him. But his family couldn't afford to buy him one, and so he had to be content with watching the other kids ride their bikes while he walked.

One day, Mike's mom took him to the thrift store in town, hoping to find some gently used clothes for him. As they were browsing the aisles, Mike's eye was caught by a shiny red bike in the corner. It was a little small for him, but he didn't care - he knew it was the bike of his dreams.

Mike begged his mom to buy it for him, but she hesitated. They didn't have a lot of money, and she wasn't sure if they could afford it. But Mike was so determined and hopeful, she couldn't say no.

The next day, Mike woke up to find the bike sitting in his room. He couldn't believe it - it was really his! He jumped on and pedaled as fast as he could, feeling a rush of joy as he soared down the street. From that day on, Mike rode his bike everywhere, always grinning from ear to ear. He knew that he was the luckiest kid in the world.