He was dropped off on the lake by someone the day after Easter. He was all alone in a world unknown.
He had to be so scared and confused. And he must have surely wondered, ala Dr Suess, as he tried to find refuge with a soul who would let him be by their side...
"Are you my Mother?"
Yet, as the universe would have it, he chose not a mother, but a father to cling to. A father, who has a broken leg. A father who let him lean on HIM.
And a father who let him swim with him....
However, Little Duck had to earn his trust. There were moments and to be honest, wounds, that only Mother Nature would understand. But Little Duck would not give up. His plight and his spunk has truly been the wind beneath his wings....
And early this Sunday morning as he was nestled on the grass, secure and smiling in the rays of love ....
I think he felt peace and acceptance.... and happiness.
:-)
May Little Duck and his chosen Father now be together in love and harmony forever and ever.
Amen.
What a precious story!
Posted by: Rhondi | 04/27/2014 at 09:03 PM
What a sweet little fellow! How I love your lake stories! :-)
Posted by: Brindusa | 04/27/2014 at 09:15 PM
Oh the stories on your lake...
Posted by: Vee | 04/27/2014 at 09:30 PM
Oh Kim.im in tears...what a sweet story . I love his little smile. I think little duck was sent to help Father through his trials also.
Sarita
Birthmothers never forget
Posted by: Sarita | 04/27/2014 at 10:07 PM
Ahhh Kim... sigh
Posted by: Wende Taylor | 04/27/2014 at 10:21 PM
Oooooohhh, how precious!!! They were meant to be together - they need each other!
Posted by: Pauline | 04/27/2014 at 11:21 PM
What a perfect union!!
xo Kris
Posted by: Kris | 04/28/2014 at 12:50 AM
I am so in love with this little duck and his story. Thank you Kim for sharing it!
Posted by: kim | 04/28/2014 at 07:23 AM
How beautiful. You made me tear up with your wonderful pictures and story. Thank you for sharing.
Posted by: Lynn | 04/28/2014 at 09:31 AM
Oh my....I read your sweet story, and showed your lovely photos to one of my grandchildren. (she'll be six in two weeks)
When I finished the last line she said, "And of course Gramma, they lived happily ever after....right"?
Of course they did!
Thanks for sharing Kim!
Posted by: Marie | 04/28/2014 at 10:18 AM
You have such a gift for sharing the stories of your lake as your heart sees them. May Little Duck and Father Duck share happiness, companionship and love.
Posted by: G from Ga | 04/28/2014 at 10:20 AM
heart warming.
Posted by: jennifer | 04/28/2014 at 10:46 AM
That has to be the cutest little duck I have ever seen, but only you could take pictures of him like that. What a nice start to my day!
Posted by: Jenny L. | 04/28/2014 at 12:14 PM
P.S. - I love the first picture of baby duck walking away. It reminds me of the swan picture where the swan was walking away too. They are both such great shots. I really like them - not sure why. Different view I guess. One of these days you are going to be famous for these beautiful pictures!
Posted by: Jenny L. | 04/28/2014 at 12:23 PM
and this story could be published by YOU in a childrens book ~ YOU ARE INCREDIBLE~
love the story and love you -
Posted by: linda | 04/28/2014 at 12:51 PM
That is so sweet!! Actually makes me kind of sad. But I am glad he has a new family.
Blessings,
Amy Jo
Posted by: Amy Jo | 04/28/2014 at 12:52 PM
Oh Kim, I just took some pictures yesterday of some baby geese, and they don't even come close to the ones you have on here today. The little duck is so precious, and he really does look like he is smiling. The lake is beautiful.
Have a happy week.
love,
~Sheri
Posted by: Red Rose Alley | 04/28/2014 at 01:42 PM
This is absolutely so adorable and heartwarming. Thank you so much for sharing with us, your readers.
Posted by: Tina | 04/28/2014 at 03:07 PM
You are such a talent Kim. I love your blog! This was just awesome!
Posted by: Daniel | 04/28/2014 at 03:23 PM
A story with such a sad beginning and such a happy ending! The lake is truly a special place, as is your blog. I'm so grateful that you share your lake with us! Bless you...
Posted by: Beth K. | 04/28/2014 at 07:51 PM
Kim....you might as well tear my heart out and stomp on it!! I'm crying as I write this! You have such a gift for telling these wonderful creature's stories....you need to write children's books. This is exactly why baby chicks, ducks and bunnies should not be given as Easter gifts. They end up dumped out and have to fend for themselves. So happy this little one's story has a good ending!
Posted by: Lori | 04/28/2014 at 10:59 PM
I am in tears .... how peaceful and amazing it is to lean on our heavenly "Father".... This little duckling sure did get it right!!!! Look at him smiling!!!!
Posted by: Terri | 04/29/2014 at 03:16 PM
What a sweet story and a happy ending!
Posted by: Debbie from Texas | 04/29/2014 at 08:44 PM
Thank you so much for sharing your lovely stories. You live in a magical world. How blessed you are to see such beauty around you all of the time. How fortunate that you are a person that "sees" it. Sadly, beauty is sometimes lost on people that can't appreciate it.
Posted by: Pam Perrella | 04/29/2014 at 10:43 PM
Oh that's Beautiful (tears running down my face) I Love your Lake so much and you are the best story teller Kim Bless You!! xox :)
Posted by: Trish | 04/30/2014 at 01:38 AM
What a sweet, sweet story. Isn't it amazing how things always seem to work out? Animals are great teachers. Thank you for sharing the magic happening at your lake. It always adds a little sunshine to my day.
Posted by: Sandy | 04/30/2014 at 10:24 PM
Hey Kim,
Any chance you will be offering the first picture of little duck on this post in your Etsy store? I would love to be able to purchase it.
Thanks,
Jenny
Posted by: Jenny L. | 05/01/2014 at 03:01 PM
(((Jenny)))
As soon as I get the chance I will try to put that pic in there…Thank you sweetie for your love. xo
And thank you ALL for your big hearts and sweet comments and for always being such wonderful souls to share these moments with. I love each of you so much.
Always,
Me
Posted by: Kim | 05/01/2014 at 09:49 PM
I came by today hoping for a duckling update. This one makes my heart happy. I love your beautiful soul.
Posted by: [email protected] | 05/03/2014 at 08:12 AM
Oh how I love that story, a story of hope, compasion and how beautiful the world is especially with nature. I sometimes need to look towards nature to find happiness and beauty.
Posted by: Caroline Delao | 05/13/2014 at 09:38 PM
such a heartwarming story…and you caught it all with your camera….your beautiful soul shone through…...
Posted by: carol | 05/15/2014 at 06:17 PM