To a room with some lace and paper flowers

Mae walked gracefully along the grounds of Aspen Dam, winter already feeling mild. The ocean waves crashed against the shoreline, creating a soothing soundtrack to her stroll. Lost in her own thoughts, the young girl wandered aimlessly, unfazed by her unfamiliar surroundings. Despite her tender age, Mae found comfort in solitude and the peacefulness of her own company.

With her obsidian ears perked forward and soft eyes scanning her surroundings, she carefully watched where her paws would land. Her black nose pressed to the ground, picking up the scents of those who had passed through the aspen dam. A simple ebony dorsal ran along her spine, seemingly blending into her tail tip. As she stepped aside to let a small chipmunk scurry past, it was surprising to see that the little creature was unfazed by her presence.

Mae smiled softly, her ivory teeth peeking through. The chipmunk scurried away into a tiny space in the ground. Mae didn't let this bother her, but she felt a twinge of loneliness. She wanted to explore every bit of this unfamiliar place before moving on. The breeze rustled through her fur as she lifted her cranium, letting it brush against her entire porpoise physique.

Gentle coral and sapphire jewels glanced around once more, the slightly overcast sky hinting at the soothing sound of rain soon to come. This could help the young woman unwind, as she has been under a lot of stress. Mae was not oblivious to potential dangers that could be hiding in the shadows, she was not completely ignorant of any danger. However, she had a tendency to be overly friendly, which was a weakness.

It was a beautiful day for a leisurely stroll, as the young belle noticed some thyme and rosemary growing nearby. Happily trotting towards the thyme, she took a deep breath of the herb, hoping it was sage, so it could have its benefits. The rosemary would stimulate her creativity, which she always appreciated. However, she might also consider using ground ivy with a simple touch of rosemary for a different effect.

The gentle sound of flowing water caught her focus, causing the young deer to skip towards the source. Before long, majestic aspen trees loomed overhead, with dew-covered grass creating a shimmering carpet over the landscape. Tipping her head to the side, her ears twitched as she playfully splashed in the sparkling water, sending droplets flying in all directions. Her fur became speckled with water, creating darker patches in certain areas of her coat.

She knew she looked like a puppy, and honestly, she couldn't care less about what others thought if they saw what she was doing. As she continued to make splashes, some other animals observed her with curiosity. Laughter bubbled up from within her as she let out a playful yip. Mae was just too excited!

The butterfly now desired a companion, someone to share moments with the carefree and kind-hearted youngster. As she let her paws hit the wet ground, she spun around and accidentally tumbled over, soaking her whole body. After regaining her balance, she tried to shake off the excess water from her frame.

Quiet laughter escaped her muzzle, audible to anyone in the vicinity. She observed a squirrel in the distance, chattering away energetically. Whether the squirrel was cursing or laughing at the sight of Mae, she didn't know and didn't concern herself with. Mae playfully barked at the squirrel, causing it to puff out its tail and wiggle it up and down for a few more moments.

Despite the squirrel alerting any others around, little Mae could attract unwanted attention. A soft whine escaped her lips, momentarily distracting her. Her tail returned to its resting position against her back legs as she stood still, listening for anything amiss. Was something lurking nearby? Surely she would notice, wouldn't she? Mae prided herself on being able to spot a stranger from a distance. The area wasn't that heavily populated with trees, after all.

A male stood not far away from where she stood, the bird was huge! And the tail was beautiful as he danced, his feathers in a display of fan like motions. His dark blue head watching the wolf as shot his attention towards a few females. All the while a few water buffalo came into view, causing Mae to yip out in surprise. She would slowly begin to back away, leaving room for the huge cow like creature.

She observed attentively, easing her stance so as not to intimidate the buffalo. She was aware of the danger they posed, capable of swiftly overpowering her. The woman pushed aside those thoughts, staying vigilant and gradually retreating from the group.

She carefully positioned herself nearly fifty yards away, lowering her head to lap at the water with her tongue. Her eyes followed each member as they grazed and drank their fill. Aspen Dam relaxed once more, allowing the female to unwind without causing disturbance, staying alert and cautious with the nearby buffalo.

Mae whined, the pains of hunger taking over soon enough, she would not allow herself to hunt here. Not being so close to the horned mammals, but would take her chances else where. Somewhere that was a little safer, somewhere that she could be more camouflaged in a sense.

She lifted her cranium and licked at the water droplets from her muzzle before turning away slowly to find a dry spot where she could relax and observe the unfolding events.

After a few moments, she finally found a spot to relax and enjoy the afternoon. She watched as other animals came to feed on the lush plants around her, smiling once again. Today was shaping up to be beautiful, and Mae had no complaints. She splashed and danced in the water to her own tune, ignoring the judgment of the pesky squirrel in the treetops.

She soon settled down on the soft grass, her ears perking up. She began to lick her front paws, enjoying the warmth of the afternoon sun spreading through the area. Mae let out a slow, contented sigh as she lay there in silence.