@ Joyful Sleigh Ride Saphira and Snowball have been given a free map to help them enjoy their Winter Tour! Before unfolding it, they read the cover: Glacial Gliding Your pet is welcomed in the morning by the jingle of sleigh bells, and two trusty brown steeds provide the transport for today's trip. Your pet will need to wrap up warmly for the ride! Along the way to the day's main event, the pets view winter flora transformed and beautified by frost, and they pass snowbound chalets. Today's tour provides an exciting opportunity to go paragliding! What splendid views can be seen while soaring in thermal currents high above the ground! After a safe landing, the day winds to its peaceful close of hot drinks, a log fire and another super house to explore. Joyful Sleigh Ride When pioneer Nebraskans wanted to travel somewhere fast, they waited for snowfall. That was the signal for sleighs to appear, making their winter journeys easier and very pleasurable . "The most pleasant of anticipations fill our hearts when we hear the merry jingle of sleighbells," said the Lincoln Evening News on 11 December, 1897, "or when someone tells us that the ice is thick enough to hold a horse." A horse-drawn sleigh, its bed partially filled with hay, was a luxury vehicle. The jingle of the sleigh bells and the merry cries of the occupants could be heard for a long distance over the empty prairie on a still, crisp wintry night. Early newspapers in the files of the Nebraska State Historical Society frequently mentioned sleighing parties in their columns.
While wandering in Winter, you met Snowball.
Saphira shook paws with Snowball the Sparkling Snow Foxee. They both received one silver mole!
@ Wintry Scenic Road Auntie Mame was distracted by the sounds of loud rustling as Saphira unfolded a very large tourist map, in the course of which he succeeded in knocking Auntie Mame’s hat off. “Put that away, do!” snapped Auntie Mame. “We’re about to pose beside this amazing scene—the picture will be of your map if you don’t fold it up PDQ!” Wintry Scenic Road The most routine journey by road can be transformed into a beautiful winter wonderland by a fall of snow.
While wandering in Winter, you met Auntie Mame.
Saphira shook paws with Auntie Mame the Black Happy Penguin. They both received one silver mole!
@ Celebration of Frost “If there's time at the end when we get back to our accommodation, I might do some initial sketches for a watercolour painting," Kitty Boo said, offering Saphira a toffee from the bag and then unwrapping one for herself. “That sounds like a good plan, Kitty Boo!" said Saphira. Celebration of Frost Freezing conditions over a period of several days leads to the growth of the most dramatic hoar frost formations. Fallen leaves and the twigs of trees are coated with beautiful crystalline creations clearly visible in the pale sunshine.
While wandering in Winter, you met Kitty Boo.
Saphira shook paws with Kitty Boo the Grey Playful Kitten. They both received one silver mole!
@ Lone Leaf “If there's time at the end when we get back to our accommodation, I might do some initial sketches for a watercolour painting," Velveteen said, offering Saphira a toffee from the bag and then unwrapping one for herself. “That sounds like a good plan, Velveteen!" said Saphira. Lone Leaf What makes a leaf, a single leaf, cling to a barren winter-swept tree on a cool rainy day in late February? Its fellow friends having fallen months before with winter’s first blast, swept away and forgotten. O leaf, why do you cling so, lonely on a branch, clinging, vainly, foolishly, not knowing when it is time to let go? Do you know something we don’t? Is your destiny to be surrounded by friends again when warmth and glow return to the world? Are you to serve a bigger purpose with your resistance to the way things are or should be? Or . . . can you just not let go, understanding your time has come? Agency, serendipity, resistance, complacency. We’ll never know why that lone leaf clings so, why other lone leaves on other trees share mutual experiences all alone.cc (C) Ian Hochberg, 2018
While wandering in Winter, you met Velveteen.
Saphira shook paws with Velveteen the Brown Rustic Rabbit. They both received one silver mole!
@ Hip Hip Hooray! “You know, I'd like to spend a whole week here, Saphira!” said Innes. "It's very nice indeed—but you never know, the next leg of the tour might be even better!" said Saphira. Hip Hip Hooray! These red berries, or hips come from a large range of wild rose species. They are edible and high in Vitamin C. They can be bunched or solitary, on spiny or, more usually, hook-thorned arching stems. They can be found in hedges and deep woodland.
While wandering in Winter, you met Innes.
Saphira shook paws with Innes the Green Beautiful Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
@ Snowbound Cabins Saphira nervously eyed the itinerary. “It says we're having tandem flights,” he said. “Is that a flying bicycle like on ET? It doesn't sound very safe!” "Oh, bless!" said Flopsy. “No, it means that you'll be paragliding with an instructor operating the wing.” Snowbound Cabins Sometimes record snowfall buries buildings and homes! In some countries, when winter rolls around, the locals hunker down in their wooden cabins with log burners and slow-cooked stews.
While wandering in Winter, you met Flopsy.
Saphira shook paws with Flopsy the Graceful Elephant. They both received one silver mole!
@ Heliotrope Winter Tree “Seeing these places makes me want to spend a week or two, Saphira,” remarked Shyama. "You know, experience in full what it's like to live here." "Well, I guess that's the point of travel, isn't it?" said Saphira. "To broaden your horizons and so on." Heliotrope Winter Tree This tree allows the winter landscape to burst into glorious life! The frost does little to diminish the vivid heliotrope hue.
While wandering in Winter, you met Shyama.
Saphira shook paws with Shyama the Le Chat Noir/Black Cat. They both received one silver mole!
@ Tree in Wintertime "Wasn’t it worth coming all this way, Saphira," said Tigger - ROAR!, "for this experience alone?" Saphira, admiring the scene they were now in, heartily agreed! Tree in Wintertime Winters may be long and cold, but in the outside world some trees can allay that dullness and transform it into a place of natural beauty with visually arresting textures and colours. Everything combines to make an attractive winter scene.
While wandering in Winter, you met Tigger - ROAR!.
Saphira shook paws with Tigger - ROAR! the Tiger. They both received one silver mole!
@ Red Berry Branches “You know, I'd like to spend a whole week here, Saphira!” said Cutsiebebe. "It's very nice indeed—but you never know, the next leg of the tour might be even better!" said Saphira. Red Berry Branches Red berries on shrubs and trees look cheerful in the wintertime, gleaming in the sun or accentuated with a dusting of snow. Some flora display beautiful fruits in late summer or autumn, which persist into winter and are a useful food source, attracting hungry birds. In a glorious display of crimson, scarlet or vermilion, their attractive berries adorn their branches in eye-catching clusters, which gleam like jewels in the sunlight.
While wandering in Winter, you met Cutsiebebe.
Saphira shook paws with Cutsiebebe the Reindeer - Sleigh Trainee. They both received one silver mole!
@ Frosty Leaves Crocodile Beauty was distracted by the sounds of loud rustling as Saphira unfolded a very large tourist map, in the course of which he succeeded in knocking Crocodile Beauty’s hat off. “Put that away, do!” snapped Crocodile Beauty. “We’re about to pose beside this amazing scene—the picture will be of your map if you don’t fold it up PDQ!” Frosty Leaves Green leaves rimed with frost give a Christmassy feel to this snapshot of nature in hibernation until the spring.
While wandering in Winter, you met Crocodile Beauty.
Saphira shook paws with Crocodile Beauty the Green Beautiful Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
@ Snowy Pine “I could stay here forever, Saphira,” said Beatrice. “This is an amazing place!” “Well, you never know what lies ahead, Beatrice. I wouldn't be surprised if the next stop is even better!” said Saphira. Snowy Pine What could be more evocative of the Christmas season than an evergree pine tree in the snow?
While wandering in Winter, you met Beatrice.
Saphira shook paws with Beatrice the Brown Rustic Rabbit. They both received one silver mole!
@ Meadow Aglow Saphira nervously eyed the itinerary. “It says we're having tandem flights,” he said. “Is that a flying bicycle like on ET? It doesn't sound very safe!” "Oh, bless!" said mucki. “No, it means that you'll be paragliding with an instructor operating the wing.” Meadow Aglow Alpine meadows have a dense carpet of short grass and abound in brightly coloured flowering plants. According to the types of grasses that predominate, there are herbaceous, sedge, cobresia, and mixed-grass meadows. These meadows are used for seasonal grazing.
While wandering in Winter, you met mucki.
Saphira shook paws with mucki the Grey Playful Kitten. They both received one silver mole!
@ Jingle Bells Sleigh "Bongo, was that last one we looked at a thorn bush with roses? Or a rose bush with thorns?" asked Saphira. Jingle Bells Sleigh Trotting through the snow on a one-horse open sleigh O'er the fields we go laughing all the way!
While wandering in Winter, you met Bongo.
Saphira shook paws with Bongo the Hound Dog. They both received one silver mole!
@ Winter Plant “Seeing these places makes me want to spend a week or two, Saphira,” remarked lilycat. "You know, experience in full what it's like to live here." "Well, I guess that's the point of travel, isn't it?" said Saphira. "To broaden your horizons and so on." Winter Plant Autumn has its own glory, with brilliant foliage and golden grasses. However, winter shrubs can appear skeletal as deciduous shrubs drop their leaves in preparation for winter dormancy. But come the spring, buds will appear and unfurl.
While wandering in Winter, you met lilycat.
Saphira shook paws with lilycat the Ragdoll Kitten. They both received one silver mole!
@ Snowy Conifer "I think I'll take a cutting of the plant over there," said Saphira. "The label says it's 'vigorous' and 'fearless'." Talos sniffed. "That's gardeners' talk for 'an invasive species that will take over your entire garden if permitted'!" Snowy Conifer Coniferous trees typically do not lose their greenery in winter. Their leaves, often called “needles,” stay on the trees year round. Because of this, they are often called “evergreens.” These trees are well adapted to survive cold temperatures!
While wandering in Winter, you met Talos.
Saphira shook paws with Talos the Snow Leopard. They both received one silver mole!
@ Soar and Explore "Wasn’t it worth coming all this way, Saphira," said Choose a name, "for this experience alone?" Saphira, admiring the scene they were now in, heartily agreed! Soar and Explore Give paragliding a go and experience the thrill of unpowered flight! Enjoy the weightless feeling of soaring through the skies with beautiful views at your feet on an unforgettable experience.
While wandering in Winter, you met Choose a name.
Saphira shook paws with Choose a name the Tabby Cat. They both received one silver mole!
@ Gliding Galore “It would be great fun to camp in the snow overnight, wouldn't it, Hansi (Icky Bird Who Can't Fly)?” said Saphira. "In the morning you'd fill your kettle with snow and boil it suspended from a tripod of sticks, like they do in books." Hansi (Icky Bird Who Can't Fly) shivered. “Gosh! What books do you read, Saphira?" he asked interestedly. Gliding Galore To dip your toe into the exciting world of paragliding, you can take a "tandem" ride with an instructor. While you revel in the stunning aerial views, the guide will launch your trip, expertly navigate invisible thermals and bring you safely back down to land.
While wandering in Winter, you met Hansi (Icky Bird Who Can't Fly).
Saphira shook paws with Hansi (Icky Bird Who Can't Fly) the Playful Penguin. They both received one silver mole!
Hansi (Icky Bird Who Can't Fly) and you found 15 Travel Tokens!
@ Joyride Paraglide "Do you think we'll see penguins like we did on Snow Beach that time, midnught?" asked Saphira. "Oh gosh, Saphira, do you remember those sharks, and the octopus as well? Poor Fresco took one look and hid in the bottom of the boat!" responded midnught. Joyride Paraglide Experience the thrill of unpowered flight, enjoying breathtaking bird’s-eye views of the scenery below!
While wandering in Winter, you met midnught.
Saphira shook paws with midnught the Midnight Happy Dragon. They both received one silver mole!
@ Tangerine Sunset Saphira was leaning back in the sleigh gazing out on the wintry vista.“I was wishing I’d brought my watercolours, Ozzie” he said. “This just cries out to be painted!” Tangerine Sunset Just drink in this beautiful vista of the sun setting across a range of snowy mountain peaks! What an incredible view, whether you are on snowshoes, skis or are paragliding, to see the sky awash with pink and orange hues as the daylight fades.
While wandering in Winter, you met Ozzie.
Saphira shook paws with Ozzie the Hound Dog. They both received one silver mole!
@ Bashful Bear "It's turned a bit cold, Saphira, I'm going to put my beanie hat on," said Ali Haider. "Good scheme! I'll dig my scarf out as well," said Saphira. Bashful Bear Aw, who can resist the pleading face of this forlorn little ted? He just wants to be picked up for a cuddle, and will be your friend for life.
While wandering in Winter, you met Ali Haider.
Saphira shook paws with Ali Haider the Snow Leopard. They both received one silver mole!
@ Club Hub "Do you think we'll see penguins like we did on Snow Beach that time, Beast?" asked Saphira. "Oh gosh, Saphira, do you remember those sharks, and the octopus as well? Poor Fresco took one look and hid in the bottom of the boat!" responded Beast. Club Hub The dark earth tones of this room provide a warm, club-like interior and plenty of space to spread out, eat a hot meal and then pass under the graceful archway to congregate by the fireplace at the far end of the room.
While wandering in Winter, you met Beast.
Saphira shook paws with Beast the Black Great Dane. They both received one silver mole!
@ Superior Interior “Pass me the binoculars, Saphira!” said Ms Stinkerbelle. "I think that's a Canada goose just taking off over there!" Superior Interior The more uncluttered the environment, the more restful it can be. This formal interior in shades of cream and brown, provides a haven to relax in front of the fire, while the greenery "brings the outside in" and purifies the air.
While wandering in Winter, you met Ms Stinkerbelle.
Saphira shook paws with Ms Stinkerbelle the Baby Skunk. They both received one silver mole!
@ Cosy Log Fire "I think I'll take a cutting of the plant over there," said Saphira. "The label says it's 'vigorous' and 'fearless'." MELODEE sniffed. "That's gardeners' talk for 'an invasive species that will take over your entire garden if permitted'!" Cosy Log Fire What bliss! Draw your chair up to the fireside and toast your paws in the glow of a real fire.
While wandering in Winter, you met MELODEE.
Saphira shook paws with MELODEE the Green Beautiful Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
@ Hyggekrog Saphira gulped in dismay. “The paragliding will be quite safe, won’t it, Donna?” he whispered. ”Yes, of course,” Donna reassured him. “They’ve not lost a pet yet!” Hyggekrog Curl up in an armchair in a nook of this cosy book-room with a novel or biography selected from the ample choice and while away a cold winter evening by the fire. Or just relax in the warmth with hot chocolate and watch through the window as the rain or snow falls outside.
While wandering in Winter, you met Donna.
Saphira shook paws with Donna the Dauntless Dolphin. They both received one silver mole!
@ Mellow Violin “My uncle grows these in his back garden,” observed Saphira. “Wow! He must surely have green fingers!” replied Cherokee. Mellow Violin In the dimly lit quiet corner of the book-lined study lies a violin, a beautiful shade of varnished red brown, an hour-glass shape with graceful, intricate curvature. Put a sheet of music on the stand and draw the bow across the strings of this rich instrument resonating its high yet warm, mellow tones.
While wandering in Winter, you met Cherokee.
Saphira shook paws with Cherokee the Black Feisty Fox. They both received one silver mole!
@ Prink that Drink Saphira is tired out and ready to go home when Tammie comes along. "Wow! You find a special prize!" says Tammie. Saphira turns round and found it was just behind them! Frosty & Floral The graceful petals of these winter blooms reaching up towards the sky complement the teal leaves with their pale mauve hue. Prink that Drink At the end of a tiring day, what can be better than relaxing with a hot, milky drink to help you unwind and send you off to sleep?
While wandering in Winter, you met Tammie.
Saphira shook paws with Tammie the Green Beautiful Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
@ Glacial Gliding Saphira has enjoyed his winter tour and is now ready to go to his own snug, warm home. frisky feels just the same!! Glacial Gliding Your pet is welcomed in the morning by the jingle of sleigh bells, and two trusty brown steeds provide the transport for today's trip. Your pet will need to wrap up warmly for the ride! Along the way to the day's main event, the pets view winter flora transformed and beautified by frost, and they pass snowbound chalets. Today's tour provides an exciting opportunity to go paragliding! What splendid views can be seen while soaring in thermal currents high above the ground! After a safe landing, the day winds to its peaceful close of hot drinks, a log fire and another super house to explore. Saphira has completed the quest! Please select another pet as visitor, so it can take part in "Huskies, Hijinks and Hygge"!
While wandering in Winter, you met frisky.
Saphira shook paws with frisky the Grey Playful Kitten. They both received one silver mole!
frisky gave you 1 "Winter Wanderings Stamp" size 10
Saphira has completed the quest of
