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Once in the charming town of Bellyville, there lived a young boy named Timmy. Timmy was an adventurous and curious child, always seeking new experiences and mysteries to unravel. One sunny afternoon, while playing in his backyard, he stumbled upon an extraordinary discovery.

Underneath a tall, ancient oak tree, Timmy noticed a small, sparkling door that seemed to blend perfectly with the gnarled roots. Curiosity taking over, he knelt down and gently pushed the door open. To his amazement, it led to a magical underground world filled with vibrant colors and wondrous creatures.

Timmy cautiously stepped inside and found himself in the Navel Kingdom, a hidden realm ruled by King Tummy and Queen Bellya. The kingdom was unlike anything he had ever seen before – magnificent crystals glowed with radiant light, and the air was filled with a delightful citrus fragrance.

As he explored further, Timmy met a cheerful and mischievous navel orange named Oliver. Oliver had an enchanting smile and a lively personality that instantly made Timmy feel at ease.

Oliver explained that he was the guardian of the Navel Orchard, where the most extraordinary navel oranges grew. Each orange had a unique story woven into its juicy sweetness, and it was Oliver's duty to ensure their safety and happiness.

Thrilled by the encounter, Timmy spent days in the Navel Kingdom, learning about the magic that resided within these navel oranges. The oranges glowed with a warm light when they were happy, and their sweet laughter filled the air. Oliver shared tales of bravery, love, and friendship, all hidden within the seeds of the oranges.

However, Timmy soon discovered that an ancient curse had befallen the Navel Kingdom. A wicked sorceress had cast a spell that threatened the very essence of the oranges and drained them of their magic. Without the magic, the Navel Kingdom's enchanting beauty began to fade, and its inhabitants grew sadder by the day.

Determined to help, Timmy and Oliver embarked on a quest to break the curse. They journeyed through mysterious forests, crossed sparkling rivers, and faced formidable challenges. Along the way, they formed unbreakable bonds of friendship, trusting and supporting each other through every obstacle.

Finally, after a series of perilous trials, they reached the Sorceress's lair. With bravery and kindness in his heart, Timmy confronted the sorceress, appealing to her to undo the curse. He shared the stories of the Navel Kingdom and how its magic brought joy and wonder to the world above.

Touched by Timmy's sincerity, the sorceress realized the error of her ways. She agreed to lift the curse, restoring the magic to the navel oranges and the Navel Kingdom.

As they returned to Bellyville, Timmy bid farewell to Oliver, promising to visit again soon. He emerged from the sparkling door with a heart full of joy and a newfound appreciation for the wonders hidden within the simplest things.

From that day on, Timmy cherished his belly button, for he knew it was a reminder of the magical adventure he had experienced. And whenever he felt a gentle glow within, he smiled, knowing that the magic of the Navel Kingdom was forever woven into his heart.





Featured Recipe:



Fuzzy Navel Cake 

1 (18.25 ounce) box yellow cake mix, without pudding added 
1/2 cup vegetable oil 
2 (3 1/2 ounce) boxes vanilla instant pudding 
4 eggs 
3/4 cup peach schnapps 
1/2 cup orange juice 
1/2 tsp orange extract 

TOPPING 
4 tbs peach schnapps 
2 tbs orange juice 
1 cup powdered sugar 

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. grease a 9 1/2" Bundt pan. In a large mixing
bowl, combine cake mix, oil, pudding, eggs, schnapps, orange juice and
orange extract. beat for 2 minutes with electric mixer. Pour batter into
Bundt pan and bake 50 minutes or until cake springs back when lightly
touched. Remove from oven and prepare topping while cake is hot. Mix
topping ingredients well. Using a small skewer, poke holes into the cake
and pour topping over the hot cake. Allow to cool at least 2 1/2 hours. 
Invert cake onto serving plate and serve. 











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