# XI: Peter Rabbit Has a Sudden Change of Mind explained — Green Meadow Stories

> Chapter companion for Green Meadow Stories by Thornton W. Burgess.

## What happens

Peter Rabbit, feeling lonely in the Old Pasture, encounters a pair of soft, gentle eyes peeping from behind a fern. He politely apologizes for staring and introduces himself, hoping for friendship. The shy owner of the eyes eventually disappears, leaving only a small rabbit footprint. This encounter changes Peter's mind about returning to the Old Briar-patch, and he decides to stay.

## Themes in this chapter

### Love and Relationships

Peter's encounter with the shy rabbit hints at budding affection and the desire for connection, as he is captivated by her gentle eyes and footprint.

### Wisdom and Heedlessness

Peter shows wisdom by restraining himself from following the shy rabbit, sensing that patience is best, which leads to a positive change of mind.

## Character check-ins

### Peter Rabbit

Peter is lonely and seeking companionship in the Old Pasture. He is polite and gentle when addressing the mysterious rabbit.

### Little Miss Fuzzytail

The shy rabbit with soft, gentle eyes who peeps from behind a fern. She is bashful and eventually steals away, leaving a small footprint.

## Key lines

> Whatever you decide to do Make up your mind to see it through.

Once you make a decision, commit to it fully.

_Opening couplet that sets the theme of resolve and change._

> I believe that I'll change my mind. I won't go back to the dear Old Briar-patch just yet, after all.

Peter decides to stay in the Old Pasture instead of returning home.

_Peter's sudden change of heart after the encounter._

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