A Tale of Friendship and Sharing in the Heart of the Forest

Gathered with Love, Shared with Joy.

In the heart of a lush forest, there lived a spirited squirrel named Nutmeg. One crisp morning, Nutmeg awoke with a rumble in her tummy. It was berry season, and her favorite berries were ripe for the picking. With a twinkle in her eye and a skip in her step, she set off on her adventure. Through the rustling underbrush and over fallen logs, Nutmeg scampered with nimble grace. She followed the scent of ripe berries until she reached a sun-dappled clearing. With a gleeful squeak, Nutmeg scurried under the nearest bush and began carefully selecting the ripest berries.

But Nutmeg wasn't just gathering them for herself; she had a surprise in mind for her forest friends. She imagined the delight on their faces when she shared her bounty with them. After filling her little basket to the brim, Nutmeg scampered back through the forest, her heart light with anticipation. Along the way, she encountered her friends. They laughed and chattered as they feasted, their bellies full and their spirits soaring. As the sun dipped below the horizon and the forest grew quiet, Nutmeg nestled into her cozy nest, her heart full of warmth and contentment. In the magical world of the forest, where friendship flourished, Nutmeg knew that there was no place she'd rather be.

Nutmeg

Pen & ink on paper

18” x 24”

Growing up, my family would pick berries each year. We’d spend the day collecting berries, preparing them and making fresh jam. This has always been one of my favorite memories and helped inspire this piece. I wanted to recreate the feeling of playing amongst the vines and stretching between bushes to find the best berries.