Kevin, eight years old, wished his noisy family would vanish.
Next morning, they did—gone on vacation, leaving him alone.
At first, paradise: junk food, loud movies, no rules.
Then loneliness crept in.
The Christmas tree sparkled for no one, Empty chairs at dinner hurt.
Burglars Harry and Marv broke in that night.
Kevin fought back with clever traps—toys, ice, paint cans—and won.
Police hauled the crooks away.
Moments later, headlights: his frantic family rushed home and hugged him tight.
Around the glowing tree, chaos returned—laughter, arguments, love.
Kevin never admitted his wish.
He learned the best gift wasn’t being alone! It was having everyone home for Christmas.
Snagatron