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Saving a Butterfly

I went to visit my friend, Jan in Santa Cruz. We decided to go to the Santa Cruz Monarch butterfly monarch butterfly grove. We walked down the path to see the swarm of Monarch butterflies resting . On our walk back I heard a cry for help. The little voice kept yelling help, help, I looked around to see in the field of dried grass, a big spider running to eat his lunch. A monarch butterfly was trapped in his web, she was crying for help. Jan and I went into action with our sticks removing the spun web from our little Monarch butterfly. We had to act fast to remove the web from her tender wings as the spider was climbing down his web to eat his catch. We were able to set free the butterfly just in time. She flew off with a big thank you as she flew to freedom. Another critter saved.

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Growing Together: The Expansion of Mermville

Introduction: Change is in the air in Mermville! As the community grows, so does the need for new space. Today, we’ll journey with the Merm family and their friends as they embark on an exciting adventure to expand their village and create a beautiful new garden. Preparing for Growth: Poppe Merm and his friends venture to new lands, preparing the soil for future flowers. Baby C helps by leaving little mounds of dirt along the path. The wind, rain, and sun work together to nurture the seeds, leading to a flourishing new garden. This collaborative effort ensures a fertile ground for plants to thrive. Celebrating New Beginnings: As the new garden blooms, the community buzzes with excitement. Insects gather nectar, and everyone is eager to explore the expanded village. The critters crawl up to the tallest sunflowers to look over the berm and see the new homes and families that have settled nearby. This new space promises more love messages to be shared and more beauty to be admired. Conclusion: The expansion of Mermville is a story of growth, dedication, and the power of collective effort. As the community works together to create a new garden, they demonstrate the beauty of unity and the joy of new beginnings. Mermville’s story reminds us that with teamwork and determination, we can achieve great things and create spaces that bring happiness to all.

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Baby C’s Big Adventure: A Tale of Courage and Community

Introduction: Join us in Mermville, where the littlest members can have the biggest adventures. Today, we explore the heartwarming story of Baby C, the newest member of the Merm family, whose journey teaches us about courage, community, and the power of unity. Baby C’s Unique Journey: Baby C, born in the shape of a C, moves differently than his family members. Despite his unique way of crawling, Baby C’s adventurous spirit leads him to explore the world around him. One day, while scooting along the path, Baby C tumbles down to the pond where Franne Frog and Tillie Turtle watch over him. The Community’s Response: When Baby C goes missing, the Mermville community springs into action. Franne Frog’s loud croak alerts everyone, and Darren the Dragonfly swiftly informs Hummy the Hummingbird. Hummy, known for his speed, rescues Baby C and brings him safely to Gramme and Grandpa Merm. Grandpa even makes a special red helmet to protect Baby C in future adventures. Conclusion: Baby C’s story is a beautiful reminder of the strength of community and the love that binds us together. In Mermville, every member is cherished, and everyone comes together to support and protect each other. This tale of courage and community highlights the importance of unity and care in overcoming challenges.

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The Heart of Mermville: A Symphony of Nature

Introduction: Welcome to Mermville, a picturesque haven in the land of ESS, where nature’s beauty and harmony are in full bloom. Here, the Merm family and their fellow critters work tirelessly to nurture the soil, ensuring the vibrant flowers that fill the air with their sweet fragrance. Today, let’s take a closer look at the enchanting world of Mermville and the unique ecosystem that thrives within it. The Essence of Mermville: In Mermville, every creature plays a crucial role in maintaining the balance of nature. The Merm family, consisting of Poppe Merm, Momme Merm, the twins Jack and Mills, and Baby C, along with Gramme, Grandpa, and Auntie Meme Merm, are dedicated to nurturing the soil. Their hard work creates a fertile ground where flowers can grow and bloom, attracting bees, butterflies, and birds that gather nectar and spread pollen. A Day in the Garden: Every morning, Zahara Butterfly is the first to arrive in the garden, using her front legs to find the sweetest flowers. She guides the Buzzy Bee sisters, MM and JJ, to the best nectar spots, and their joyful song fills the air. The garden is not just a place of beauty but a hub of secret love messages shared by flowers, creating a magical atmosphere that enchants every visitor. Conclusion: Mermville is a testament to the beauty of nature and the importance of every creature in maintaining ecological balance. As we admire the vibrant flowers and the diligent efforts of the Merm family, we are reminded of the interconnectedness of all living beings and the harmony that can be achieved through collective effort.

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The Musical Magic of Mermville’s Garden

Introduction: Welcome to the magical garden of Mermville, where flowers are not only a feast for the eyes but also a symphony for the soul. Today, we’ll explore the delightful world of Mermville’s garden, where every day is a celebration of life, love, and music. A Garden of Secrets and Songs: In Mermville, flowers share secret love messages that enchant bees, butterflies, and birds. Zahara Butterfly starts her day by finding the sweetest flowers guiding MM and JJ, the Buzzy Bee sisters, to the best nectar spots. Their joyful song, “Higgity-biggity bee,” resonates through the garden, spreading happiness and creating a magical atmosphere. Turning Mess into Magic: Even when things get sticky, like when JJ gets covered in nectar, the community comes together to turn the mess into something wonderful. The nectar transforms into sweet honeycomb candy, which the critters share with everyone, making the garden a place of joy and collaboration. Conclusion: The garden of Mermville is a testament to the magic that can be created when we work together and celebrate life’s little joys. The songs, the secrets, and the sweet moments shared in the garden remind us of the beauty of community and the happiness that comes from working together.

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Stepping over adversity

Why this subject? Think about the many times you have confronted adversity in your life.. The sometimes pain of it, the bothersome of it, the sadness it carries with you. What is it that makes us wonder why am I going through this now? Growth as a human is significant in life. If we find ourselves feeling melancholy or stagnant the universe steps in and brings to us an opportunity of a growth spurt. Whether it is family, friends, or a situation you do not understand or comprehend it is up to you as an individual on the planet to figure it out. Using whatever it takes to end the cycle in your head of the merry-go-round, the nagging of a situation that does not fit your right or wrong belief of the situation. Only then you can begin to understand why you are in this predicament at this time. You want out of the feeling of unjust or questioning the feelings you have. Why at this time am I feeling so frustrated with life and my path. We may think we know all the answers, but we do not. Going inside of yourself and going deep into your soul center, your unconscious, you may begin to see or unravel the way out or be at peace with this situation. Seeking guidance thorough meditation, prayer or releasing the frustration may be the way to peace. We all want, and desire peace and balance. The feeling of contentment, resolution is crucial to us. Understanding the way to our contentment is our goal. Trusting in the process of understanding the many pieces of information shown to you is the way-out of the maze of the mind., the squirrel cage. We want to understand the opposition or why we are experiencing this uncomfortable feeling. Finding out way in the maze is a way out of our personal trauma. Being blessed with problem solving ways, our intuition is key to bringing peace. Trusting our gut, our own personal intuition is key to finding the peace and understanding the situation, or people. Don’t ask why just accept the process and delve into your subconscious and find relief to whatever Is bothering you. Use the tools and problem-solving ways to find the Ahaa moments. Have resolution in your mind and heart knowing and trusting this is just a process that was presented to you to help you grow and comprehend. the satisfaction that is shown to you. Break it down, or just accept the pieces in front of you. Trust, faith in knowing you have the capacity to own your “stuff” and grow. Understanding, having compassion for self, and acceptance are key factors in growing as a human on this planet. We came here to experience many emotions. To hone in to polish our rough edges. Stimulating our souls to further understand our little universe in the bigger universe. Then and only then we can become willing participants in assisting others to do the same. Being a part of the whole is comforting to us. Sharing our understanding of the situation to others, apologizing, being humble in the presence of others is freeing. Let you spirit fly, shine your light on any dark shadows and fears, knowing you have the strength to make it through the dark night of the soul. Succes is knowing you did the right thing in the moment. Stand up and be proud of yourself. You are the God you are seeking. So be it. Give yourself a big hug and appreciate all that you have accomplished here on this planet earth. Be kind and let go of your rightlessness to be right. Love yourself and your neighbor. Peace out.

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People ask me why the name Mermville for the book.

My answer, my son used to throw worms at his older sister. I would say Michael stop throwing worms at Christi, and he would reply using the word, Merms. This went on until I said fine, Merms it is. That is the answer for the name of the book. Chuckle. Ergo, Mermville. I received the book in the late night as I was sleeping and I felt a tap on my shoulder. I sleep with a note pad and pens and pencils. I woke up at the tap on my shoulder and “they” said write this down now! I obeyed and started to write the download I received. It was the story of a worm family and critters that live in the land of Ess. I didn’t question I just wrote out what “they” told me. Afterword, I fell asleep and in the morning, I reviewed the story. I began to write it out, using my children and grandchildren’s personalities. It all came together. I realized I was the recipient of a charming and delightful children’s story. I kept writing and rewriting. My good friends did all of the editing of the grammar and story line that made sense. It took years before I found Amazon Publishing to work with and to do the publishing. I tried many publishers and did not like what I heard. Please Keep meditating and praying. Listen to your angels, guides, ancestors, and God . You never know when A great story will drop into your consciousness. It has been a delightful time as I drew out and painted the characters. I had to add the character, Cameron the Chameleon when my last grandson Cameron was born. I had finished the book! It is his personality as well. Keep up the good work everyone.

All about Baby C
Baby C was the last worm born to the Merms. Twins, Jack and Miss M were the first born to the Merms. Baby C was born in the shape of a C. He is not able to crawl in a straight line like the others. He Scoots along leaving little piles of dirt in his path. That is how the Merms find him. He has a sweet personality and is loved and welcomed by all of the critters and flowers in the forest. He will curl up inside a flower where he gathers love information from the flower. The flowers enjoy when Baby C visits them. Baby C hears Mother Earth’s love messages as well. Mother earth is all knowing. Baby C dreams of the beautiful forest he lives in. He is always happy. He is calm and all-knowing of how energy works. Baby C returns home to play with his brother and sister. The twins, Jack and Miss M watch over and protect baby C.
Poppee Merm wasn’t always a daddy. He was born deep in the forest and loved by his family and friends. He was a leader among his friends. He studied engineering in school. He loved to design parks and playgrounds. He loved the flowers and listened to the messages they delivered. He was a leader in his group of friends. He wanted to create a place of his own with lots of space. He wanted to have a family. He met Mommee merm at his school. They married and started a family. Poppee continued to travel in the forest until he found a large spacious piece of earth to start his dream. He invited his friends and their families to join him on his journey. The worms started to dig and the flowers started to grow. In a few years he had created a place with lots of flowers, a park, a stage, for the children to play in and explore.. Poppee was happy and satisfied with his life and land. Poppee and Mommee Merm had 3 children, the twins, Miss M and Jack. And Baby C was born last. To complete the family. All is well in the forest.
Miss M
Miss M and Jack have always been close. They share the love of the flowers. They dig in the soil and nurture the soil and are happy to the flowers bloom. Miss M has tea parties with her friends. She dresses up in her tutu and fancy clothes. Jewelry from Auntie Meme. She shares her dress-up clothes with her friends. Critters of the forest join her in sipping on her honeysuckle tea. Miss M spends time watching Jack play his sports and they enjoy the playground together. Mommee Merm has Jack and Miss M watch Baby C when she is busy.
JACK
Jack loves to play sports with his friends. Baseball is important to Jack. He also supports his sister; Miss M. Jack joins his friends in the park for sports and in the fun ride equipment that he and Gramps made for the community
Mommee Merm
Mommee Merm was raised by her parents, Grammee and Gramps. She loved living with her parents. Her parents moved to the rocks nearby her home in the trees in the land of ESS. They help take care of the twins and Baby C. Mommee Merm met Poppee Merm at school. They were married and moved to the land of ESS, in the forest to live in the roots of the trees. They enjoy digging in the soil and taking care of the many flowers that bloom and fill the forest with a lovely fragrance. They both wanted have little ones around them. The twins were a big surprise. Mommee Merm is a great Mom. Baby C was the last little one who arrived soon after the twins. Mommee and Poppee love each other very much and the little ones as well. They teach the little ones to dig in the soil and take care of the flowers. Mommee takes good care of the twins and Baby C. They are all content in the forest.
Tillie Turtle
Tillie turtle lived in a small pond. Tillie was very lonely in her little pond. One day Frannee frog hopped into her pond. They became instant friends. Frannee Frog said let us go to another larger pond. Frannee used to hop from one pond to the other ponds. Tillie couldn’t do that as she was so slow in crawling. So they decided to find a large pond that they both could be happy in together.
Frannee frog
Frannee jumped around until she found the lovely large pond in the land of ESS. Tillie made her way slowly to the large pond and they stayed forever in the Mermville pond. In Mermville they both became friends with all the critters.
Auntie Meme Merm
Aunty Meme Merm was born to Grammee and Gramps Merm. She always had a great imagination. She would create plays and enjoy the good times with her friends. Meme went on to school to study acting. She was in many plays. Her hobby was creating jewelry. She was always dressed up wherever she went. Meme missed her parents and sister Mommee Merm. Meme moved back to be with her parents in the rocks. They were happy to have her home. She missed her family. She interacted with the critters in the forest. She created plays for them on the stage in the park, Meme also made jewelry from the flowers, vines, and nuggets from the forest. Meme loved her new world playing with her family and the critters.
Cameron Chameleon
Cameron and his friends decided to explore their area. They traveled for a few hours not knowing where they were headed. Suddenly a huge rainstorm hit the area, big winds separated the pack. Cameron could not find his buddies at all. He cried for his mommy but no one heard him. He was getting hungry. He kept crawling through the bushes and trees hoping to find a place to rest and look for his friends. He could not remember where he lived.. He was very, sad and very lost.

Cameron soon came upon a beautiful forest filled with trees, flowers, and ponds. He stopped and drank some water. Still no signs of his friends. He felt lonely and afraid.. Cameron was very hungry. He climbed in the flowers looking for a place to rest, when he came across an empty table with food. Cameron climbed down to the table, he saw no one. He helped himself to the honeysuckle tea and honeycomb candy. He felt bad about taking the food, as he was not invited. He was so hungry he would face the consequences. Soon the critters returned to see him in the flowers. They all embraced his presence. They gave him more Honeysuckle tea and honeycomb candy. They invited him to stay in the forest. and become a part of the Mermville family. Cameron was delighted and decided to stay in Mermville with his new friends and good food. Everyone was happy to have a new friend in the land of ESS.
ZAHARA, BUTTERFLY

Zahara was the last cocoon to open  in her group. She emerged small and tiny. Her friends Mermville took care of her.

Soon her wings were dry and she was moving them up and down.

She took her time in flying, but with the help of other butterflies she was off and landing on each flower.

She became a favorite of all the bees in the forest. Zahara took her front feet and tested each flower to see which one was the sweetest and the best nectar. Soon she was the one who knew the sweetest flowers in the area. The Buzzy Bee sisters, MM & JJ, would meet Zahara in the flower fields and Zahara would show them the sweetest flowers that had the best nectar.

Zahara would fly and test each flower in each area and call the Buzzy Bee sisters to come and gather nectar from them. The Buzzy Bee sisters and their hive would gather the nectar and sometimes make honeycomb candy for the Mermville critters as everyone shared their nectar and candy.

Zahara was delighted that she had a skill to share with everyone. She was very happy in Mermville.

Zahara was loved by everyone.

Gramps

Grammee and Gramps were school sweethearts. They were married and when Poppeee made room in the rock garden they moved next to their daughter and her mate in Mermville in the land of ESS. They wanted to be close to their daughter and her mate, Poppee. They wanted to be next to the little merms Poppee and Mommee Merm produced.

Gramps builds all the playground rides and the stage in his work shed. Jack helps Gramps prepare the rides. They also built the table for Miss M to have her much-loved tea parties.

Gramme

Grammee and Gramps were school sweethearts. They were married and when Poppeee made room in the rock garden they moved next to their daughter and her mate in Mermville in the land of ESS. They wanted to be close to their daughter and her mate, Poppee. They wanted to be next to the little merms Poppee and Mommee Merm produced.

Grammee tends to her herb garden as she makes healing herbs and tends to the boo-boos for all the critters. Lavender is her favorite herb, which she uses regularly for many healings.

BUZZY BEE SISTERS

MM & JJ were born together, like twins in Mermville community. They spend all their time together gathering nectar for the bee community in Mermville. The two are always at the garden in the morning waiting for Zahara butterfly to show them the sweetest flowers to start the day of gathering nectar. MM & JJ are friends with everyone in Mermville. They join Miss M for the Honeysuckle tea party. MM & JJ bring the honeycomb candy to the tea party for everyone to enjoy. They are always together enjoying the magic of the land of ESS.


Hummy the Hummingbird

When Hummy left his home territory to find his own place in the world, he found himself in the land with a beautiful setting with many flowers he could gather nectar from. There were trees and flower vines. Hummy finally felt he had found his place in the magical forest. Hummy met the critters who lived in the land of Mermville.  Hummy flies very fast. He was good friends with the Merm family. He watched the family play in the park, create plays with Auntie Meme merm. He had a careful watch over Baby C as he fell quite often. Hummy  became great friends with Darren the dragonfly. They would fly over the beautiful flowers In Mermville and watch over the critters. They both loved to visit the pond where Tillie turtle and Frannee frog lived. They enjoyed the plentiful nectar from all the flowers that the critters of Mermville cultivated. Hummy watched over Zahara butterfly as she knew the sweetest flowers in Mermville.  The critters made a saddle for Hummy in case of an emergency Hummy could fly the critter to Grammes house.


Darren the Dragonfly

Darren played with his friends in many ponds. He wanted more out of life so he took off flying to see what he could see. He found the large pond in Mermville the perfect. Place to live. He could talk to Frannee frog and Tillie Turtle.

Darren loved the critters that lived in the land of ESS. Darren would give rides to the critters who climbed up to the tall flowers. He flew them all over the forest. They were delighted. Gramps made Darren a saddle that was easy for the critters to get into. Off they went on a journey. Darren along with Hummy, the hummingbird, would always bring the injured critters to Grammee do she could heal their boo boos. Darren was loved by all. Darren Would always sing his song


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