Ava and Lilith were best friends who loved all things magical. They spent their days reading books about wizards and potions, dreaming of the day when they too could make magic happen. One sunny afternoon, they decided to try their hand at creating a magical potion. They gathered all the necessary ingredients - a cauldron, a bunch of herbs, colorful crystals, and a sparkling potion book. Excitement filled the air as they set up their magical workspace in Ava's backyard. Following the instructions in the book, they carefully measured and mixed each ingredient, chanting old incantations they found in the book.
“I can’t say that we’ve had many,” Mitchell said. “It does happen though.”
Whoever broke in destroyed the front right door of the store, leaving glass shattered about, Carmen Lamar said, when she arrived to the store Friday morning after being contacted by St. Whoever broke in destroyed the front right door of the store, leaving glass shattered about, Carmen Lamar said, when she arrived to the store Friday morning after being contacted by St.
Following the instructions in the book, they carefully measured and mixed each ingredient, chanting old incantations they found in the book. As they stirred the potion, a soft mystical glow enveloped the cauldron, giving them hope that their spell was working. Suddenly, a small gust of wind blew, causing the flames beneath the cauldron to flicker and dance.
Vandals strike St. George dance gear store run by wife of local radio personality
ST. GEORGE — It wasn’t an April Fools’ Day joke, but as far as Carl Lamar was concerned, it was an act of fools.
Carl Lamar looks at damage to the back door of the Dance Magic store after after the break-in, St. George, Utah, April 1, 2022 | Photo by Chris Reed, St. George News
The Dance Magic dance gear store at 334 W. Tabernacle Street in St. George, owned and run by Lamar’s wife Carmen, was broken into overnight Thursday-Friday. Lamar said nothing was actually taken but one of the two front glass doors was shattered and the store’s back door was damaged.
It was that back metal door that left Carl Lamar, who has been a familiar voice since 1987 on the airwaves of 99.9 KONY Country radio, scratching his head.
“To get out, all they needed to do was slide out the lock and open this latch. No, they decided to take a crowbar, and bend it so they could open it,” Carl Lamar said. “It’s stupid. Criminals are stupid.”
The metal between a door latch and a doorknob was warped and decorative felt was torn off, with a decorative leprechaun from the recent St. Patrick’s Day posted nearby. But that Irish luck was left for the front of the store.
Whoever broke in destroyed the front right door of the store, leaving glass shattered about, Carmen Lamar said, when she arrived to the store Friday morning after being contacted by St. George Police. She said the alarm system at her store had failed.
A close-up view of damage to the back door of the Dance Magic store after the break-in, St. George, Utah, April 1, 2022 | Photo by Chris Reed, St. George News
However, a repair crew was already on the scene in the early afternoon, installing a new, ready-made door.
“We lucked out that they already had the right-sized door in stock,” Carl Lamar said.
Carl Lamar is also the voice of newscasts across Canyon Media’s radio stations and the program director of KZNU, St. George News Radio 1450 AM and 93.1 FM. This month, he will mark his 50th year in radio.
St. George News is part of Canyon Media, which includes the KONY and KZNU radio stations.
A full stock of leotards, shoes and other gear for dancers and gymnasts remained in the store. There was no apparent damage beyond the front and back doors. Both Lamars speculated that the culprits were only trying to get money in the store, but they didn’t find any.
A repair crew works to install a new door at the Dance Magic store on Tabernacle Street, St. George, Utah, April 1, 2022 | Photo by Chris Reed, St. George News
But what they did take was a part of Carmen Lamar’s peace of mind.
“It feels horrible. You feel like you’ve been violated,” she said. “I was just upset that they the damage they did is so unnecessary, you know, because why break two doors, one door wasn’t enough? I mean, this is depressing that they invade your space.”
Carmen Lamar said she would try to still take customers Friday for the store that is usually closed Saturday and Sunday.
The Lamars said they have heard about other recent break-ins in the area.
St. George Police did not have information on hand about the incident at Dance Magic. However, St. George Police Officer Tiffany Mitchell said there is not necessarily an uptick in crime in the area.
“I can’t say that we’ve had many,” Mitchell said. “It does happen though.”
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Ava and Lilith felt an overwhelming surge of energy. They exchanged glances, realizing that something extraordinary was about to happen. As the potion bubbled and boiled, a small stream of colorful smoke rose from the cauldron. Ava and Lilith watched in awe as the smoke formed into beautiful fairy-like creatures. The magical beings flew around the backyard, leaving a trail of glittery dust behind them. Ava and Lilith couldn't contain their delight. They had successfully made magic happen! Their dreams had become a reality, and they couldn't have been happier. They twirled and danced around the yard, joining the magical creatures in their celebration. Hours went by, and the magical creatures finally settled back into the cauldron, where they transformed into a mesmerizing liquid. Ava and Lilith knew that their magical adventure had come to an end, but the memories they created would last a lifetime. As they cleaned up their workspace, Ava and Lilith reflected on the incredible experience. They realized that although it was fun to make magic, the real magic lay in their friendship and the joy they shared together. From that day forward, Ava and Lilith continued their magical pursuits. Whether it was casting spells or creating potions, they always approached their adventures with enthusiasm, knowing that they had the power to bring a little bit of magic into their world. And their friendship continued to flourish, fueled by their shared love for all things enchanting..
Reviews for "Crystal Caverns and Magical Treasures: Ava and Lilith's Quest in "Kagic"
1. John - 2 stars - I recently read "Ava and Lilith Make Magic" and I have to say, I was quite disappointed. The characters felt one-dimensional and lacked depth, making it hard to connect with them. The plot was predictable and didn't offer any surprises. Additionally, the writing style felt amateurish and could use some improvement. Overall, I was not impressed with this book and would not recommend it.
2. Sarah - 1 star - "Ava and Lilith Make Magic" was a complete letdown. The story was convoluted and confusing, making it hard to follow along. The pacing was all over the place, with moments of intense action abruptly followed by dull and boring scenes. The dialogue felt forced and unnatural, and the romance felt forced and unrealistic. I found myself skimming through pages just to get it over with. Save yourself the trouble and avoid this book.
3. Mark - 2 stars - I had high hopes for "Ava and Lilith Make Magic", but unfortunately, it fell short of my expectations. The world-building was weak, leaving many unanswered questions and making it hard to fully immerse myself in the story. The main characters lacked depth and development, and their motivations were unclear. The plot felt rushed and unoriginal, and the ending was unsatisfying. Overall, I found this book underwhelming and wouldn't recommend it to others.
4. Emily - 2 stars - "Ava and Lilith Make Magic" was a mediocre read, in my opinion. The writing style was choppy and inconsistent, making it hard to stay engaged. The plot had potential, but it was poorly executed, leaving me feeling bored and uninterested. The conflict and challenges the characters faced felt contrived and lacked genuine tension. I struggled to connect with the characters, and their actions often felt irrational and out of character. Overall, I found this book to be lacking and wouldn't recommend it.