There are many points in the story that we can learn how Sylvia had a special connection with nature and animals. Sylvia is described as being timid of people much like animals are however animals are agreeable with her. When she first arrived at the farm, a deserted cat came up to her and rubbed against her legs. After this encounter with the cat, Sylvia decided that the farm would be a beautiful place to live and that she never wanted to go home. Mrs. Tilley further describes how Sylvia feeds the birds and how they lounge near the house. Sylvia would do
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