No description of my (Rachel's) life would be complete without frequent mention of the ducks. Every morning and night for the last thirteen and a half years (with a few pauses due to illness, vacation, or moves to White Rock), I have taken care of them, giving them food and water, letting them out in the morning and putting them up at night. Somewhere a few months ago, I estimated my total number of duck-doing expeditions to be around 10,000 (math nerds can correct that if need be). Now, home in Colorado Springs from White Rock, I have the immense privilege of caring for my last remaining duck, the beautiful, lively Mitt, who doesn't like eating, does like drinking her water, and has yet to molt this season. Here, for your viewing privilege, is a step-by-step presentation of putting the little Mitten to bed.
Getting Warm Water
The One, The Only: Mitt
Rachel and Mitt Share a Tender Moment
All Put up and Safe for the Night
Feathers!
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