Cherry Pie

In the story, little Elsie Perch reflects on her home in a tall tenement house, feeling both content and envious as she anticipates Christmas dinner with her family, particularly the treasured cherry pie made by her Grandma. Despite her envy of a classmate's nicer clothes and living conditions, she finds joy in her cherry tree and the warmth of her family, which she believes is more important than material possessions. When she encounters Millie, a girl with a less fortunate situation who cannot have gifts this Christmas, Elsie feels a pang of guilt for her earlier thoughts. The story highlights themes of gratitude, the joy of family traditions, and the contrasting experiences of children in similar environments.