“I’m having a beach day,” Pippin said with pride.
The seal chuckled. “But this is an ice beach, Pippin! There’s no sand, no real sun, and no waves. How can you have a beach day here?”
Pippin sat up, a little embarrassed. “Well… it’s not the real thing, but it’s as close as I can get. And I’m going to enjoy it.”
The seal smiled. “I admire your determination! Maybe I’ll stay and join you.” And so, the seal plopped down beside Pippin, resting in the sunlight.