Stratford has several parks in town and one of them has a pond where people feed the ducks on a regular basis. In fact, this pond was one of the first places that Hubby showed me when I got to New Zealand.
In the 6 years that I have been here and visited the pond, there is always just one white goose among the ducks. I've seen a pair of white ducks on occasion, but never more than the one lonely goose.
I know that geese mate for life and I guess Goosy has lost his/her partner along the way. But that hasn't deterred him/her from another mate of sorts because Goosy has found a duck as a constant companion. They always swim together. You can tell they are together because the goose will protect the duck from any and all intruders.
I find much solace in this simple observation at the duck pond.
I suppose this could be a life lesson for all of us who would pay attention. If you are willing to take a chance, a true friend doesn't have to look like you.
How lovely that two different specie4s of waterfowl could find love together. I think us humans could really learn a lot from them.
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ah that is really nice
ReplyDeleteThe older I get, the more I love animals. Your story makes them seem almost human. :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet picture :) Thank you for stopping by my blog and leaving a kind comment - I greatly appreciate it! Your photos are beautiful!
ReplyDeleteBlessings to you,
Stephanie
when I was living in Ireland we had a field close to home, there were at least 50 ducks quacking there, people were feeding them bread, very funny sight.. there was even a road sign for the cars, to slow down and avoid the duckies if they were taking a stroll..
ReplyDeleteWhat a great post. I miss my chooks. Geese not so keen on. A friend of mine has a whole flock of them mixed in with ducks, chooks and pheasants. They make a great photo too!
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That is absolutely true. The world wold be a MUCH better place if we didn't judge people by their looks, or skin color. Thanks for your visit!!!
ReplyDeleteI couldn't agree with you more. What an endearing story...and I'm glad you stopped by my. Thanks!:)
ReplyDeleteA beautiful post! Thank you.
ReplyDeleteI so enjoyed this story - pretty duckies!
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