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In the smallest state of our vast nation, Rhode Island, known fondly by the local seagulls as R.I., bubbles a world of sparkling beauty. It is here that a unique tribe of youngsters, known as the "Glasslings," convene. These are no ordinary children, oh no! These kids possess the magical ability to transform simple sand into shimmering works of art, through the ancient craft of glasswork. Every Glassling's day begins with a chuckle as they greet their beloved imaginary mentor, Sir Glimmer Glaze. Sir Glaze, a quirky gentleman with twinkling eyes brighter than the flashiest crystal, and a mustache that would put any walrus to shame, is a master of hilarity. He strolls about, clad in rainbow-colored beach shorts and an old-fashioned suit jacket, jingling with a thousand tiny glass bells. Always ready with a pun, he loves to say, "There's no glass ceiling here!" making the Glasslings giggle every time. Any Rhode Islander will tell you, the Glasslings are the heart of the state. You see, it's not just about the stunning glass sculptures they create, but the laughter and joy they spread. They fill the state with vibrant colors and sparkling joy, one glass piece at a time. Their jovial spirit is as infectious as Sir Glaze's laughter, echoing through the trees and across the beaches, leaving a trail of happiness wherever they go. And so, in the little state of R.I., magic happens every day. Where sand whispers to the sea, and children laugh with a walrus-mustached man, creating something beautiful out of the ordinary. Oh, to be a Glassling! What a riotous, radiant riot of fun that would be!