In a land not so far, lived a farmer named Lee, With fields full of veggies and one apple tree. One sunny day, while checking his rake, Farmer Lee found a small, shivering snake.

"Oh dear," Farmer Lee said with a start, "This poor little snake has a very cold heart." He picked it up gently, with care and with cheer, And whispered, "Don't worry, there's nothing to fear."

The snake looked up with large, grateful eyes, Hissed out a thank you, much to Lee's surprise. "I owe you a favor," the snake did proclaim, "You’ll never regret it; I'll remember your name."

Days turned to nights and nights into days, Farmer Lee and the snake went on their happy ways. One day in his barn, Lee heard a loud, "Hiss!" And thought to himself, "What could be amiss?"

He followed the sound and what did he see? A fox in the barn, causing chaos, oh me! The snake coiled up and ready to greet, Slithered up quickly, with speed and with heat.

With a flick and a slither, the snake chased away, The fox who then ran with no time to delay. "Oh thank you, dear snake!" Farmer Lee did exclaim, "You've saved my dear farm, and protected my name!"

From that day on, Lee and the snake were a team, Helping each other was more than a dream. In fields full of veggies under a sky so blue, The farm was a place for both me and for you.

Lee and the snake, a friendship so dear, Loved by all farmers, far and near. With harmony and help in a whimsical land, Lee and the snake always lend a helping hand.

So if you find a friend who looks different from you, Remember our tale and be kind too. For friendship's a seed that grows very strong, And you never know who’ll help you along.

The end of our story, but it’s only the start, Of new friends you'll meet, with an open heart. So smile and be friendly, be kind and be true, 'Cause everyone needs a warm friend like you!

Hiss went the snake, and a wave went from Lee, As they ended their tale under the apple tree. With a flick and a tick, they began to dream, Of more whimsical tales where friends are supreme.

So close your eyes tight, and dream of the farm, Where friends help each other and keep away harm. Good night, little reader, sleep tight and sleep well, Tomorrow's adventures, only time will tell.