It was a calm afternoon, the lawn glowing gold, when something odd caught my eye in the grass. What looked like a tattered rope lay coiled on the ground. Curious, I moved closer, mind racing with possibilities.
At first, I assumed it was leftover yard equipment. But then I noticed a subtle movement. A snake? My pulse quickened. I grabbed my phone to record, unsure whether to be nervous or intrigued.
What I discovered both shocked and delighted me.
The Reveal: A Caterpillar Train
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