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Once upon a sunny time in the delightful state of South Carolina, a gaggle of young adventurers gathered. South Carolina, better known as SC to the cool kids, is a fascinating place brimming with sandy beaches, shimmering lakes, majestic mountains, peach orchards, and even a cheeky legend about a pesky lizard-like monster called the Lizard Man. But our heroes aren’t after fruit nor are they here to hunt monsters, no siree! They're on a quest, a mission, a divine journey of sorts. Now meet our cool imaginary friend, Bubba the Blue-footed Booby. Yes, you read that right! Bubba is a bird, but not just any bird. He's a brilliantly bright bird from SC who wears a pair of neon-blue sneakers. Bubba loves jokes, especially the ones that make him chuckle so hard that he snorts like a seal. He's quite the character, isn’t he? Bubba and his pals attend a religious service activity every week. They learn lessons, sing songs, play games, and paint bright pictures. And oh boy, do they have fun! These kids aren’t your usual sit-down-and-listen type, they get involved, they play, they laugh, and they sometimes even lead with their own ideas. They’re a high-spirited bunch, like a team of giggly gumballs bouncing around. Bubba loves to be with them because he believes that every child has a light inside them that can shine bright, brighter than his neon-blue shoes on a sunny SC day. And together, they learn how to let their little lights shine. So what do you say, kiddos? Are you ready to join Bubba and his gumball gang in SC for their religious service activity? I hear Bubba's prepping a new joke that's sure to make you "hoot" with laughter!