My grandson, Jacob, adores owls. At the Robin Hood Festival they have a stand with owls.
As it was nearly his third birthday we decided to treat him to an owl experience.
It was marred slightly, by the floods of tears, when he had to give the scops owl back.
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So touching. I can’t hold my tears from falling while reading.
Aw, thanks Lotchie. He’s a really sweet boy (when he wants to be ?). Like the rest of the family, he absolutely loves animals. Can’t wait to see him, his brother and, of course, their Mum very soon ?❤️
I am SO glad you will soon get to see your family again. It has been an endlessly long year!
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Thanks Fuji 🙂
I am happy that you will see them soon, Carrie.
This is so precious, Carrie. You will treasure this photograph forever. Now send us one of the tears that followed! What a great experience for the little ones, to actually hold and pet an owl. The ones in my back yard are huge – and would probably terrify a little one, up close!
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He actually wanted to hold the eagle owl and was disappointed that we only let him hold the scops. He is completely fearless; unless it’s spiders and flies! Then he runs a mile ?
What a lovely photo Carrie and one to cherish. How gently Jacob is stroking the owl, I can understand the tears at having to give it back.
Thanks Linda, he is always pretty amazing with animals. He knows exactly when he needs to be quiet and gentle 🙂
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They are both really cute. ?
he’s my little munchkin 🙂
How adorable! ? I am sure you will be looking forward to seeing them again!
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He is adorable… most of the time ? Can’t wait to see them soon.
What a lovely photo Carrie.
Thanks Eric. They’re always better when they’re focussing on something else. I just love the look of wonder on his face. Can’t believe that was nearly two years ago now.
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I’ve seen beautiful owls on English TV shows like Yorkshire Vet and Escape to the Country (two of my favourites!) and we have lots of different varieties here in Australia. Although we live in a rural area we don’t see them often but it is very special when we do. I’m glad Jacob had such a wonderful experience and I’m sure it will stay with him forever.