A day in nature with Peter and Peace

 Dear Readers,

I hope everyone is doing well!

April’s creative challenge in the Sylvanian Families Forum was about Sylvania Day.

The prompt for this challenge was:Sylvania Day is much like Earth Day - a time to increase awareness of environmental issues and take action to protect the environment. Nature is a core concept for Sylvanian Families and, as stewards of the forest, Sylvanians live in harmony with nature and do their best to nurture and protect the world around them.

Terra, our forum administrator, always shares wonderful ideas to spark inspiration. Among her fantastic suggestions, one stood out to me: photograph your Sylvanians enjoying nature in the real world.

Today's post isn't really a story,just some photos of Peter and Peace, my favorite bunny couple, enjoying the great outdoors.

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On Sylvania Day, Peter and Peace loaded up their van, excited to take in the beauty around them. The road ahead was rough and winding, cutting through hills and dense forests. The bumps and twists only made the journey more fun, making them laugh as the van jostled along the uneven path.

After a long drive, they found the perfect spot by a calm river. 

Peter picked up his guitar and began playing the song he and Peace had written for Sylvania Day. Beside him, Peace joined in, singing softly as their music blended with the sounds of nature:

"Love the Earth, the sky so wide, every mountain, every tide. Sylvania’s beauty shining bright, Sun and rain, both feel just right. Love the land, the stars above.They´re nature´s gifts for you and me." 🎵🎶🎵🎶

Side by side, one by one, There’s still more to be done. Not just words, not just dreams, Let’s protect all nature gives."

After a while,ready to explore, they stepped onto the smooth stones scattered across the water, making their way to the other side.

They spotted a small wooden dock nearby,and before long, they were paddling down the river in a rented canoe. Out on the water everything felt calmer, just the steady flow of the river,birds calling overhead,and the occasional splash of their paddles.

Back on land, they wandered through fields of tall grass, the countryside felt wild and untamed.

They were surrounded by greenery, with tall plants swaying in the breeze. It smelled of damp earth and wildflowers.It felt like they were deep in the wilderness, far from the world, completely lost in nature.

Hand in hand, they went for a stroll through the forest. 

They climbed down rough slopes, stepping over the thick, twisting roots of old trees sprawled across the forest floor.

They even came across a hidden cave, tucked behind a mess of branches. Its dark, quiet entrance sparked a bit of excitement, and for a moment, they thought about going in. But they were hungry and tired, so they decided to find a good spot to set up their tent and have something to eat.

Once they found the right place, they pitched their tent.

They unpacked their picnic basket and spread a checked blanket over the grass. 

They enjoyed a simple yet satisfying snack:crunchy carrots, sandwiches and apple juice.

After eating, they shook off the crumbs and lay back on the blanket, enjoying the fresh air under the open sky. The evening was cool and still,and everything felt peaceful. They looked at each other and smiled. There was no better place to stay to celebrate Sylvania Day, surrounded by nature, where everything felt just right.

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I took these pictures at Boca del Asno, which translates to "Donkey's Mouth" in English. It's a beautiful natural area in Segovia, Spain, perfect for hiking, picnicking, and enjoying nature. The place is filled with pine forests, the Eresma River, waterfalls, and natural pools. I spent the day here with my family ,and we had an amazing time!As you can see from the pictures, Peter and Peace had a great time too!

See you soon!