Heart of the Woodland

Deep in an ancient wood, old as can be, through hidden paths and trickling streams
There stands the sacred Willow tree upon which the autumnal sun gleams
Here the trees know your name, If you listen closely the wind it whispers
Of woodland magic and fairy folk, for these trees are the secret keepers

And it is here in the enchanted roots that the badger, fox and the hare
Have made their winter hideaway padded with bark, moss and leaves
Nestled together so peacefully in this cosy home that they share
Old Willow sheltering them through their slumber and sweet dreams

With winter approaching Robin pays a visit as the snow gently falls
He finds a warm snuggly bundle of whiskers, fluffy tails and velvet ears
Sounds of their laughter and telling tales whilst overhead the barn owl calls
Old Willow rustles and sighs contentedly, at the peace and the love, and all he holds dear

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