Covered in Snow
Canada Moose awoke from his cozy nap to find Storyland blanketed in a thick, fresh layer of sparkling snow. The crisp winter air felt invigorating as he stirred and stretched his great antlers toward the icy blue sky. However, he hadn’t noticed that a hefty six inches of snow had piled onto his fur while he rested.
When he stood up and gave a big, hearty shake, disaster struck. The snow flew off his broad back in every direction, cascading down like an avalanche. In his wake, the once-peaceful forest was now a chaotic scene. Bushes were buried, paths hidden, and most tragically, his friends were left covered head to toe in fluffy white powder.
“Oh no!” Canada Moose exclaimed, his deep voice resonating through the frosty trees. “What have I done?”
A disgruntled Swifty Cougar, with a knack for dramatics, popped his head out of a snowdrift, his fur fluffed in agitation. “You’ve turned us into snowmen!” Swifty sputtered, shaking his paw. “Now I’m covered in snow!”
Embarrassed, Canada Moose lowered his head. “I’m so sorry. Let me help dig you out.”
But Swifty wasn’t having it. “You’ve done enough, Canada Moose,” he grumbled, brushing snow off his twitching tail. “I’ll manage.”
Canada Moose scanned the scene, his heart heavy with guilt.
“Where’s Spiky Porcupine?” he asked, fearing that his shy, quilled friend might be buried under the heaps of snow.
Swifty pointed to a nearby tree. “Don’t worry; he’s safe in the tree, snoozing away.”
Relieved but still remorseful, Canada Moose sighed. He gazed at the snowy forest, realizing he needed to be more mindful of his size and the unintended consequences of his actions.
From that day forward, Canada Moose became the very model of thoughtfulness. Whenever the snow piled up, he’d step carefully, take smaller movements, and always check on his friends. Over time, the animals of Storyland came to know him not just as a big-hearted moose, but as a dependable and considerate guardian of the forest.
As for Swifty Cougar? He eventually forgave Canada Moose—especially after Canada Moose began hosting regular snow-shoveling parties, complete with acorn cookies and hot cocoa for everyone.
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