I have ducklings

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I have ducklings

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Today we spied mama duck out on the pond with three little ducklings
They must have been hatched in the Japanese Garden because they are still much too young to be able to fly
Mama and Papa duck take turns at looking after them
Cool eh? :)
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and just caught this pic a few minutes ago
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Oh how sweet!! Yes, those are still quite young, still have their fuzz! :D

They are lucky to have been hatched in your gardens, what a beautiful place to grow up!
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Awww...baby ducks are so doggone cute!!

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How neat!

I would love to see that in my back yard.

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Aww what cute lil critters!
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Post by wishiwere »

Sweet! Now will all 3 return to your gardens and raise their young next year?

Great pics! Keep them coming as they grow! :)
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How cute, Sam! I especially love that 2nd pic....the momma looks so proud and the ducklings so content and secure! :D
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