Makes me wonder about what happens to us, any of us (biped, furry, feathery, etc.) when our nature is suppressed. Little over a minute joyous vid of freed adult ducks.
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Pretty revelatory that they didn’t want to get in the water and then the immense joy when they did. Heart-wrenching to think of where they came from and heart-warming that they are freed at last.
My sentiments exactly. Did you see the number of people, rescue workers, helping them? A lot. Bless them all. All people who help those who can’t help themselves.
😀 I’m grinning from ear to ear! Thanks for the joy! 😀
My friend sent me this and I keep watching it and showing a lot of teeth also. So joyous. 🙂
They eventually took to the water and boy, they looked like they were enjoying it immensely! 🙂
So amazing that it took so little time for them to discover their water loving nature. Such an incredible lesson for me on so many levels, about our true natures, including animals, and the joy that is to be had when it’s not suppressed. Oh happy day!!!
Yes, I know what you mean. 🙂
🙂
This was such a cute vid P!!!
I’m also sitting here grinning like a loon 🙂
I am so glad you saw this ’cause I thought of you and that they’d LOVE your pond, lol. I keep smiling also. 🙂
That was so joyous!
Thank you! Big smile 🙂
Yes, it was! Showing a lot of teeth this end as well. 🙂
Paulette, thank you for another wonderful youtube! :)) As for me, I see when I’m disconnected from my natural realm or childlike behavior or disconnected from my true self, I act crazy…lol
I think I know what you mean. When it’s natural it sits well, doesn’t shlepp around with me in my head, driving me nuts, generating stupid behavior, lol.
Fantastically fun and funny video. I had seen it a few days ago, but it’s definitely worth a second (and third, fourth, etc …) look. Ducks — gotta love them. 😀
Gotta love them is right! 🙂
Lord, love a duck. Precious. How do you spell happiness?
Lord, love a duck, indeed! 🙂
Very cute, puts a whole new meaning on “Like a duck out of water” doesn’t it. But they did figure it out. Thanks, Bill
You betcha they did. “Like a duck out of water” hadn’t thought of that one, but yes it sure does. 🙂
Sweet….
Yes, it is. 🙂
When living in Arizona I rescued baby ducks that were orphaned from geese who’d kill their momma’s. At one time I had about 40 ducklings. Learning to watch the female ducks and see how they interacted with their little ones was so wonderful. I can fully appreciate how much they imprint on you if you treat them like your own children. It was a delightful experience.
Enjoyed this
Yisraela
Wow, what a great experience that must have been. Lucky you. 🙂
The first duckling we named Huey. We hand raised him. He still had egg shell on his beak. He became so use to us and we gradually loved him like a child. He stayed with us until he was an adult mallard. I cried like a baby when we had to release him to the wild. He was the biggest mallard that anyone had seen. He’d grab the bottom of your shirts and tug on them. And he’d jump in your lap and put his beak against your face as though he was kissing you. I will never forget him.
Yisraela
Awww, what a wonderful experience that must have been. I can imagine the bittersweet feelings you must have had when you set him free. Bless you for all you do for animals. 🙂
That is adorable, Paulette!
I think there is a lesson in there somewhere for me…but it’s not coming to me yet. 😉
So adorable. The ducks that launched a zillion smiles.
That is a wonderful for the ducks and to see them enjoy what they have been missing. Thank you.
Freedom. 🙂
This brought tears to my eyes, Paulette., and then a smile to my face. Thanks for sharing.
I know what you mean. Thank goodness for a happy ending, joyful. 🙂
We’re smiling! They didn’t need much convincing that water is nice!
They sure didn’t. 🙂 wag wag and a BOL
Great video, most enjoyable… Interesting on how it started with the need for convincing before they take to the water for the first time. Sort of having to “get all your ducks in a row”( ouch, I’can’t believe I said that…sorry Paulette) before they will do what we believe is natural for them. Jean-Jacques
All the ducks in a row, another appropriate and very cute metaphor. Glad you let loose and said it. I saw another video once about beagles that were rescued from a kennel where they were caged all their lives. When rescued and the doors to their crates were opened they didn’t want to step out on the grass. It took them all a long time and once out, it was joyous just like the ducks. Very interesting to watch animals and how fast they respond to abuse and suppression. They’re the best teachers.
Awww…..
Definitely an awww vid. So happy for those ducks! 🙂