Cranberry and Sprout looked up as the back door slammed with her mood
Sofie came over to her bunnies’ hutch and started to sniffle and sob
“Christmas just won’t be the same”, she grumbled as she gave them both some tasty food
“Mum did the big food shop and forgot my favourite Chocolate Yule Log”!
Sofie looked so fed up the bunnies looked at each other in despair
“Are you up for an adventure? We can’t have her upset” declared Sprout
“Absolutely, lets sort this out” chuckled Cranberry, “I feel mischief in the air!”
Nudging the wire front off their cage they both set off towards the house
Inside it was in chaos, wrapping paper and presents all over the floor
The television was blaring and the scent of roast chicken filled the air
“This way to the office” whispered Sprout, running along the carpet to a brown door
“There’s the magic board” Cried Sprout,” now we just have to find a way up there”
They scrambled up the back of the swinging chair and onto the table
Cranberry jumped on the clickety keypad and the screen lit up with a start
“Get on the little mouse Sprout and stop chewing that cable!”
“I’ve seen them do this before, you just have to put things into your cart”
As Sprout clicked with his feet and Cranberry bounced around the keys
Navigating Tesco online was a bit easier than they initially thought
In no time at all their shopping was ordered leaving them both feeling pleased
Sprout was smiling to himself at the extra item he had secretly bought
On Christmas morning Sofie brought them delicious fresh strawberries smiling with glee
We just had a delivery of these and a Chocolate Yule Log so I got to have it in the end
Sprout winked at Cranberry, “I thought I’d add a little extra just for you and me”
“Good thinking Sprout”, laughed Cranberry, “that’s why Yule always be my friend”

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As the first drift of snow begins to fall, the magic of Christmas draws near
The forest glistens and sparkles with everyone in festive cheer
With the ground covered in a frosty blanket of crunchy white snow
Little Hare scampers along leaving pawprints where she goes
As the smell of plum pudding and hot chocolate fills the air
Carefully carrying her gift she makes her way there
Her very dear friend she cannot wait to see
Mr Bear will be singing and trimming his tree
For no other she knows loves this season quite like he
Cracking chestnuts by the fire his face fills with glee!

But Bear is so sad when January finally comes around
Which is why she is excited by the gift she has found
Arriving at last she knocks on his tinsel covered door
“Ho Ho Ho”!! he cries running across the floor
“Merry Christmas little Hare, come in come in”!
I have fruitcake and games and carols for us to sing!
“Wonderful! Dear friend, but first, grant me my wish”
And with that she carefully hands him his very special gift
“Oh My”! says Mr Bear and has to sit down in surprise
Pulling back ribbon and glittery tissue Bear has tears in his eyes
For it’s a Christmas wonderland in a globe to enjoy all year round
Mr Bear is so emotional he just can’t make a sound
He grabs little Hare in the biggest of biggest Bear hugs
For Christmas is really, after all, all about LOVE…xxx

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One blustering winters night, when the trees folded over in a stormy gale
A young hare struggling to make her way, tripped on a tree root and fell forwards into a hole
Down and down she tumbled, into a dusty place of lost and ancient things
She landed with a bump on a large old book covered in moss and twine
Ever so slowly she opened the heavy cover and the pages began to flutter

Millions of tiny glowing stars burst from the book throwing back her long velvet ears
As she blinked her eyes against the brightest of golden lights spinning all around her
She could just make out the shape of a huge Snowbear walking towards her through the swirling light
He appeared like a glittering wish, a sweet dream half remembered
Sparkling frosted light and snowflakes fluttered behind him as he approached

His fur was the crispest white of snowy mountains and streaks of gold shimmed from within his skin
He looked at her with kind chestnut eyes that twinkled with honey gold flecks
“I am the guardian of the book” he softly spoke, “what do you seek little one”?
Shyly she lowered her eyes and shuffled her feet, “I wish for a friend” she whispered

His face broke into a glittering smile, “I have such wonderous sights to show you”
She took his paw which was wonderfully warm and gentle, and they flew into the book
Snowflakes and golden letters spun wildly past them as they tumbled through the pages
Out they burst under a dark velvet starry sky, floating down landing with a soft crunch on the snow
Little Hare gasped as she looked around at the beautiful world she found herself in

There were snow covered mountains and lakes, forests and ice castles in the distance
“Shall we take a ride”? asked Snowbear, scooping her up onto his glittering furry back
“Woohoo!” she cried as he took off from the ground and flew high, he actually flew!
They soared over the gleaming frozen lake and waved at penguins and sealions
As they swished through the tree tops she reached out and felt the tickle of the pine needles on her paw
She felt such warmth in her heart, she was on an adventure and she had her very own Snowbear! x

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The cold wind whistled deep in the darkness of an ancient woodland
As a frightened young badger found himself quite lost one wintery night
The wild forest was coming alive with strange noises and fierce rustling
The little badger stumbled along trying to remain calm with all of his might

He had never wandered off on his own before and now felt very alone
As his fur caught on brambles, he clung to a small lantern which offered a warm glow
Scampering and rusting noises seemed to surround him making his heart thump
He tripped over tree limbs and undergrowth not knowing which way to go

He came upon a small clearing and looking up to the tall trees and dark skies above
Badger sat down on a clump of moss and wept “I just can’t see my way through”
“Hello there, young Badger” called a greeting from a little Robin on a branch nearby
“Don’t worry I will help you” Robin said with a cheery tweet “I know just what to do”

The friendly bird flapped his wings until the lantern blew out, “now look up” he sang
Badger panicked at the sudden blackness then blinked his little eyes looking up to the trees
Slowly the forest changed and was covered in a moonlit glow as the twinkling stars appeared
“Your night vision is strong and the forest will help you” it was true for he could now truly see

Badger thanked him as he noticed other friendly creatures smiling at him from the shadows
No longer afraid Badger marvelled at the beauty of the glimmering fireflies and moonbeams
As a little mouse waved at him his heart filled with joy realising, he was never truly alone
Robin smiled “now follow your feet and the moon and stars will light the way home”.

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There is a sprinkle of magic in the frosty air tonight, for this is Christmas Eve
Woodland folk gather together with good cheer because they firmly believe
Each year on this night there is a special visitor from up above
Spreading happy tidings, delivering gifts with jolly laughter and love

Snowflakes gently begin to fall as they gaze up eagerly at the stars
Everyone closes their eyes and makes a special wish from their hearts
In the distance there is a soft jingling sound and the robin excitedly tweets
Here he comes! It’s the winter wonderland sleigh bearing lots of yummy treats

With a sudden woosh across the sky the glittering sleigh bursts into view
Presents drop into the trees where the owls catch the crying “twit twoo”
The reindeers jingle their bells waving to the animals cheering down below
Flying high on their magical dust which make their antlers glow

A feast the animals will now enjoy of wild mushroom stew and cranberry pies
Hugging each other goodnight they stretch, yawn and hibernate with contented sighs
As they huddle together knowing the greatest gift is having each other near
A Christmas lullaby is softly sung to welcome in a Happy New Year

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