Once upon a time, in a land filled with wonder and whimsy, there lived a Duck who longed for adventure. Day after day, he would gaze out from his little pond, dreaming of exploring the world beyond. One day, as he was watching his friend, the Kangaroo, hop about the fields and over the water, an idea struck him like a bolt of lightning.
“Good gracious!” exclaimed the Duck, as he waddled over to the Kangaroo. “How I wish I could hop like you, dear friend! My life is a bore in this nasty pond, and I long to go out in the world beyond.”
Moved by the Duck’s longing, the Kangaroo agreed to carry him on his back, as they traveled the world together. With a plan in place, the Duck prepared for their journey, knitting four pairs of worsted socks to keep his webbed feet warm and dry. He even purchased a cloak and a scarf, to stave off the cold and add a touch of sophistication to their travels.
In the pale moonlight, the Kangaroo stood ready, his strong legs eager to explore the world. “To balance us well, dear Duck, sit steady and quite at the end of my tail,” he advised.
With a hop and a bound, the Duck and the Kangaroo set off on their grand adventure. They traveled over fields and seas, visiting all the great landmarks. Together, they marveled at the beauty of the world and the wonders it held. They hopped the whole world three times round, their hearts filled with joy and their spirits soaring.
And so, in a world filled with enchantment and delight, who could be happier than the Duck and the Kangaroo? For they had found friendship, adventure, and love in one another, and their story would be told and cherished for generations to come.
