Photo Challenge #15-Delicious- Delizioso

Loves honey

This little guy is a dormouse. I saved him from my cats. Looking out the window, I saw two cats playing with something brown that hopped in the grass. I knew I had to rescue it. Running outdoors, I hissed, sending away the cats, and picked up and cuddled the frightened animal. I put him in a box with hay, walnuts, and water to play it safe and see if he was injured. He wasn’t eating, so I fed him honey diluted with water. In a few days, he had nibbled a piece of walnut. He’d wait for me at nightfall for his daily treat – honey. I decided it was time to free him when I was sure he had fully recovered.

Questo piccoletto è un ghiro. L’ho salvato dai miei gatti. Guardando fuori dalla finestra, ho visto due gatti che giocavano con qualcosa di marrone che saltellava nell’erba. Sapevo che dovevo salvarlo. Correndo all’aperto, sibilai, mandando via i gatti, e presi in braccio l’animale spaventato coccolandolo. L’ho messo in una scatola con fieno, noci e acqua per andare sul sicuro e vedere se era ferito. Non mangiava, quindi gli ho dato del miele diluito con acqua. In pochi giorni aveva rosicchiato un pezzo di noce. Mi aspettava al calar della notte per la sua leccornia- miele. Ho deciso che era ora di liberarlo quando ero sicura che si fosse completamente ripreso.

Author: eleanorannpeterson

I’m a nature-loving adventurer and children’s book author whose life has been an exhilarating journey. Originally hailing from Ottawa, Canada, I developed a deep fascination for wildlife while chasing after wild animals in the swamps. Although I initially aspired to become a veterinarian, my path took an unexpected turn when I relocated to Italy. In Italy, I pursued my passion for nature by earning a BS in Environmental Sciences and Territorial Management. This educational experience further ignited my love for writing about the natural world and its diverse wildlife. I’m an active member of several professional organizations, including SCBWI, 12x12PB Challenge, and the Children’s Book Academy. Constantly seeking growth and connection within the industry, I engage with fellow writers and storytellers. Despite my affinity for all creatures, I humorously admit that my nine cats can be the most challenging animals to handle. When I’m not wrangling my feline friends, I spend my time writing, doodling, playing with clay, gardening, and exploring the enchanting Italian countryside with my husband. I also love preparing homemade pasta, showcasing my culinary skills.

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