Tuesday, October 14, 2025

A New Friend


I went out camping
In the wood,
I was in the mood
for solitude.

I built the fire,
I set up the tent,
then I felt like a walk
and off I went.

I came back tired,
ready for grub,
and found by my fire
… a little lion cub.

He looked so cold
in the fading light
that I invited him to stay 
and spend the night.

We had a nice chat
and in the end
I gave up solitude
for a brand new friend.

(©handmade by amalia)



Featured: a little fun.

55 comments:

  1. The little tent and bed are so cute, but so are the characters. Their little poem suits them so well.
    Best wishes
    Ellie

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  2. Goodness, this is so cute!!
    Thanks so much for visiting!! I am playing catch up on my visits...I hope you are having a great week!!
    Hugs,
    Deb
    Debbie-dabble Blog

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  3. That fire is just so cute!! Your attention to detail is fabulous. Love it all!

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  4. These are so adorable. I think it was a good choice to trade solitude for a new friend.

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  5. They are cute characters, love your fun poem!
    Take care, have a happy day and a great week ahead!

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  6. I love it all especially the cute animals and the tent! The story is cute too!

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  7. I am so happy the friends found each other. We all need good friends x

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  8. 🦁✨ What a sweet and cozy poem! I love how it captures that peaceful camping vibe and then surprises us with a tender twist at the end. The image of the little lion cub by the fire is just heartwarming. 🌲πŸ”₯πŸ’›

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  9. 🌲πŸ”₯ This is so beautiful! It starts off calm and reflective, then turns magical with the lion cub — such a lovely mix of wilderness and warmth. I could picture the whole scene so vividly! πŸ¦πŸ’«

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  10. Oh my gosh how darling! Love the poem's sentiment:) xo Kathleen

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  11. So cute, I love your tent and sleeping mat with pillow, that fire pit is so neat :) You do such fun scenes. Glad he was able to make friends with the little cub, even though he wanted some time alone :)

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  12. A sweet poem and adorable little characters and camping gear. Love all the attention to detail especially in your little campfire.

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  13. This is super cute. Love the poem and characters. You are so talented my friend. Hugs. Kris

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  14. I love the whimsy and sweetness of your creations and accompanying poem, Amalia! You should make a children's book filled with photos of both!

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  15. Aww such a cute pair of friends ... lovely.

    All the best Jan

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  16. Awww, it's so cute! I can see they're camping with their little campfire : ) Love it.

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  17. Muita delicadeza, adorÑvel 😍

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  18. How adorable! I love the little tent, and the campfire. And those two friends enjoying the stars at night. I know a little girl who would love this as well, and may copy your idea.

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  19. You make the sweetest little treasures, Amalia. And write the dearest poems. Thank you for sharing them with us. They are such treats to see and enjoy.

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  20. Sweet treasures Amalia, in your photos and your poetry. Thank you for sharing them. They always give me a smile.

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  21. The poem and craft critters are both adorable. Good job!

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  22. Well, that was a lovely camping trip for those two friends:)

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  23. Aww... what a sweet ending to the poem. Your creations are so fun, Amalia.

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  24. Your art is enchanting dear Amalia πŸ‘πŸ€—♥️
    Loved your sweet poem,it’s very lovely,cute and heartwarming πŸ₯ΉπŸ₯°♥️

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  25. These are precious! And reminding me of a box of felt for Christmas ornaments I have. Happy Stitching from me!

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  26. It's always nice to make a friend!

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  27. Absolutely adorable and love the poem. Yes, new friends rather than solitude. Karen (Back Road Journal)

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  28. A fancy schmancy tent and bed and a warm fire for a couple of friends. So sweet, Amalia.

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  29. Your creations are just delightful, Amalia. I love that little pink flower around its neck. And that wee lion cub is so cute. I liked your poem too. All these things remind me so much of the things we played with as children.....and my heart smiles when I see them to this day. : )

    ~Sheri

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  30. I love the surprise of finding a lion cub by the fire, it brings such warmth and charm to the idea of camping alone. Your poem has a gentle, playful rhythm that makes the ending feel cozy and heartfelt.

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  31. Dear Amalia, simply delightful – both the poem and all your little handmade works of art!
    All the best after my long blogging break, Traude
    https://rostrose.blogspot.com/2025/11/calle-libre-2025-streetart-in-wien.html

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  32. How sweet are all of the things you made! Love the poem!

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  33. Your art is absolutely magical, dear Amalia! πŸŒΈπŸ’–
    I loved your lovely poem too — so sweet and cute!

    Happy Wednesday!

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  34. Hacer amigos siempre es un buen plan πŸ‘πŸ»πŸ‘πŸ»πŸ‘πŸ»...Me encanta el escenario 😊
    BESOS

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  35. Hacer amigos siempre es un buen plan πŸ‘πŸ»πŸ‘πŸ»πŸ‘πŸ»...Me encanta el escenario 😊
    BESOS

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  36. I never know which I like most -- your sweet vignettes with your darling characters or the wonderful poems accompanying them! Thanks for coming by yesterday!

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  37. This is too adorable. You have such wonderful vision and talent sweet friend. xoxo. Kris

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  38. Very, very sweet art you create. Here's to an art-filled 2026!

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  39. Incredible end of your heartwarming poem dear friend πŸ₯ΉπŸ‘Œ♥️

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