Cartel Cats: Know Your Rights
Introducing Ma: The Village Mother
One sunny afternoon in Pawloma, as the crew gathered in the alley, a soft voice called out from around the corner.
Voice (warm and cheerful):
"Hey there, kittens! Mind if I join you?"
The kids turned to see a gentle figure approaching, her eyes kind and her smile wide. She didn't introduce herself by name. Instead, she simply said:
Ma:
"You can just call me Ma. I'm like the village mother around here."
Sneezy Lila tilted her head, curious.
Sneezy Lila:
"Village mother? What's that mean?"
Ma (laughing softly):
"It means I'm here to look out for everyone—like a big hug for the whole neighborhood."
Scene 1: The T+ Hugger
Ma knelt down, opening her arms wide.
Ma:
"I heard you all talk about T-huggers—those tight, friendly hugs. But what if I'm a T-plus hugger? That means my hugs come with a little extra love, a little extra care, and a whole lot of heart. Can I be your T+ hugger?"
The kids smiled, some giggled, and one by one, they stepped forward to accept her warm, gentle hugs.
Scene 2: The Village Mother's Wisdom
Barbara smiled, watching the scene unfold.
Barbara:
"Ma doesn't need a name because she's everyone's Ma. She's the kind of person who makes you feel safe just by being there."
Rico nodded,
"Like a home you can carry in your heart."
Scene 3: The Moral
Ma:
"Sometimes, all we need is a little extra love and a reminder that we belong. I'm here whenever you need a hug, a smile, or just someone to listen."
Rights Recap Song
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Ma's a village mother, hugs with heart,
T+ hugs that heal and never part.
Friendly, warm, and always near,
A gentle voice you'll want to hear.
No name needed, just love to share,
Ma's the hugger who's always there.
In every corner, in every street,
Ma's the warmth that makes us complete.
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Spoken Outro (Barbara)
When you meet someone like Ma,
you don't need a name to know they care.
She's the village mother, the T+ hugger,
and a reminder that in this world,
we all need a little extra love.