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Bigfoot's Valentine 209 Words By Kirsten Leestma It was February in the alpine forest. Two feet of snow covered the ground. Another two feet nervously tapped up and down. Valentine’s Day was tomorrow and Bigfoot didn’t know what to do. “I want a valentine,” he said to no one, “but who? And how?” Bigfoot spent his whole life hiding, too afraid to step out of the forest. Here was his chance to be brave. He listened to the birds sing love songs to each other. Bigfoot tried to belt out a tune, but the whole forest went quiet. “Oh well. I’m pretty good at being alone, but I do always get the feeling I’m being watched.” “That’s it!” Bigfoot grabbed sticks, bark, and berries. It took all afternoon. Bigfoot was nothing if not precise. Finally, his valentine was ready. With as much courage as he could muster, he stepped out of the forest. “Hello? Are you there?” Silence. “Yoo-hoo!” Nothing. Bigfoot was losing his nerve, but called out once more. “WILL YOU BE MY VALENTINE?” Snap. Bigfoot turned towards the sound just as he was about to give up. Another Bigfoot stepped into the clearing and said, “Yes.” The bigfeet blinked. “Then this is for you,” he said beaming, glad he stepped out of the woods.
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Kristy
2/13/2021 01:54:21 pm
The world needs a Bigfoot Valentine story!!! The ending is absolutely marvelous. The story begs to be read again and agian.
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2/13/2021 05:40:35 pm
This is delightful! Love the unique main character, engaging voice, and sweet ending.
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