Welcome back Mr Spike! The last time we saw you was on November 24th. Where have you been?
You spurned a lovely house that we bought for you in favour of a pile of damp leaves under a hedge. Dear, dear!
A few days ago we thought you might be around, so we put out some of your favourite food...... but you never came. A huge magpie flew down and devoured everything.
Last night, at 11.30 pm, when we were in bed, the security light overlooking the back garden went on. Sure enough you were back in search of food.....a little slimmer perhaps, but apparently no worse for your winter sleep.
So tonight we are serving up your specially prepared mix, packed full of vitamins and proteins, which we know you love. There's also a bowl of spring water to wash it down.
Invite all your mates around.....don't wreck the joint.....we look forward to seeing you all each night, for the next eight months......how lucky we are to have your company.
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