A Quest to the Threshold

I pushed past my cozy fort and marched straight down the long hallway toward the front door! I've stayed tucked inside these rooms for days, so it felt like embarking on a high-stakes outdoor quest. Right by the entryway mat sat a pair of giant sneakers, and resting on one shoelace was a colorful takeout menu shaped like a folded tortilla! I hurried over, grabbed the glossy paper corner with both hands, and tugged it loose. Looking at the bright salsa pictures right next to the massive front door lock made the world feel huge and exciting.