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Two Dormice

On a cold, dark, late April morning beneath white, frosty blades of grass and lacy labyrinth spider webs I found two dormice, frozen in a bottle. Eyes closed, tiny hands in payer-like pose furry tails wrapped around in last embrace. It's easy to imagine the two together seeking warmth and comfort there. Or, after climbing in, they could not escape; find their usual warm, soft nest ride out this unexpected April frost, and find a little treacle well.

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Date: 8/2/2021 3:55:00 PM
Aw, this is such a sad, but lovely write, Terry. I probably would have teared up. Good stuff!
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Terry Miller
Date: 8/3/2021 4:13:00 AM
Thank you Milton.

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