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Benny's Big Forest Fad

Benny was a bouncy baby boy who lived in a busy, bushy forest. He lived with his mommy and poppy, who were very protective of their little boy.

Baby boy with brown hair in a diaper sitting in a forest smiling widely

Benny's mom, Betty, was the best berry picker in the whole forest. She knew all the best bushes and trees with the juiciest, most scrumdiddlyumptious berries.

Beautiful woman with flowing brown hair, tanned skin, and rosy cheeks smiling and holding a basket of berries

Benny's dad, Barney, was a brave and burly bear. He protected his family from anything scary that lurked in the woods.

Big brown bear wearing blue overalls standing strong and smiling

One day, Benny's mom and dad told him, "Benny, there's going to be a big war in the woods between the bears and the bees. It's too dangerous for you here. "

Brown bear father and human mother talking to their baby boy in the woods

"We have to send you away for a little while. Don't worry, it's just for a bit!" Benny was sad to leave his mommy and poppy, but he knew they were doing it becuz they loved him.

Brown bear father and human mother hugging their crying baby boy goodbye

Just then, a wise old owl named Ollie flew down from a tree. "I'll take Benny to a safe place," hooted Ollie. Benny hugged his parents goodbye and followed Ollie.

A wise, old owl wearing a monocle and holding a walking stick

Ollie flapped his wings hard, and they soared over the trees. Benny had never been so high! He could see the whole forest from up there. It was so pwetty!

A baby boy and an owl flying high above a forest

They landed in front of a small, hidden cave. "This is your new home for a while, Benny," said Ollie. "It will keep you safe during the war."

A wise, old owl talking to a small boy in front of a cave

Benny was a little scared to be alone, but Ollie gave him a big hug and said, "Don't worry, Benny. I'll come to visit you every day and bring you yummy treats!"

A wise, old owl hugging a small boy

Ollie brought Benny delicious snacks: crunchy acorns, sweet berries, and even a juicy grub! Benny ate his treats and snuggled up in the soft moss inside the cave.

A boy sitting in a cave eating acorns and berries

Every day, Ollie visited Benny and told him stories about the forest. They laughed and played games, and Benny felt a little less sad.

An owl and a boy playing tic-tac-toe in a cave

Finally, the war was over! Benny's mom and dad came to take him home. They were so happy to see him, and Benny was even happier to see them.

A human mother, bear father, and son hugging

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