The forest pronounced their friendship with joy. In winter, Nutmeg showed Shelly how snowflakes created a wonderland, and together they made whimsical patterns in the snow. In spring, Shelly introduced Nutmeg to the colorful array of butterflies that visited Moss Hollow when the blossoms were in full bloom.
But their favorite time was dusk, when they would sit together beneath the Evening Star. Nutmeg would chatter about the day's adventures, while Shelly listened, her eyes twinkling as she too shared her quiet observations.

But their favorite time was dusk, when they would sit together beneath the Evening Star. Nutmeg would chatter about the day's adventures, while Shelly listened, her eyes twinkling as she too shared her quiet observations.
