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The Ordeal Ends

© Howard D. Gibson

The Ordeal Ends

Uploaded: June 10, 2003

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After spending several hours in a swimming pool from which the babies could not escape on their own, a resident at my condo complex put a large sheet of plywood at the edge of the pool, then got in and herded them to it. I'm certain Mom was thoroughly happy to have the flock on dry ground again. This little family hasn't been seen in the pool again...

Comments

Susana Matos June 10, 2003

Great, great, great, also the background kind of rose that gives some colour into this picture. Su, Portugal #39296

Howard D. Gibson May 26, 2019

Thanks, thanks, thanks, Su!!! I appreciate your time and feedback! :-) #112493

Colette M. Metcalf May 26, 2019

This is just so wonderful!!! Love this! #112495

Howard D. Gibson May 26, 2019

How nice of you, Colette! I'm really happy you looked and enjoyed. Twas my pleasure to share the moment! #112499

Cathy Barrows May 26, 2019

how cute they are and with a great story too #112508

Carolyn M. Fletcher level-classic May 26, 2019

Great story, wonderful shot!!!! I love it!! #112515

Kathleen Clemons May 26, 2019

Carolyn said exactly what I was thinking! Seems to happen alot! lol #112523

Carolyn M. Fletcher level-classic May 26, 2019

It's because I talk so much, Kathleen. I'm bound to hit what you're thinking sooner or later! LOL #112539

Kathleen Clemons May 26, 2019

LOL Well Carolyn, maybe you could start signing your comments "Carolyn and Kath" and then I wouldn't have so much typing to do! LOL You are such fun... #112551

Howard D. Gibson May 26, 2019

Thanks very much Cathy & "Carolyn and Kath". Uh, if you don't mind me interrupting your conversation, here's a few of the shots I got during the crisis. The moment of their salvation was disappointing in the sense that the dumb lens focused on the rescuer, but I only had one shot at it. Once they hit that board, they skee-daddled! Thanks again to everyone - I appreciate all the wonderful comments! - Doug #112597

Carolyn M. Fletcher level-classic May 26, 2019

If I can speak for myself and Kath...These are the best little story shots!!! Great job!! I (we) love it!!! #112601

Howard D. Gibson May 26, 2019

Hi Carolyn! Of course you may speak for Kath - she gave you the nod in a previous comment.... It's really nice to share the story with photographic evidence - and neat people! Thanks bunches! - Doug #112603

Kathleen Clemons May 26, 2019

LOL I just love you guys. :) Love ALL of the shots! Oops, you already knew that... ;) #112610

Evy Johansen level-classic May 26, 2019

Just wonderful! I love them all.... #112768

Cathy M. Gromball May 26, 2019

A wonderful, storytelling series, Howard! A reflection of what everyone else has already said!

Cathy :) #112788

Lem Metro May 26, 2019

Even without the heartwarming storyline, this photo is absolutely enchanting! Great job, Howard! #112831

Claudia Kuhn level-classic May 26, 2019

wow, Howard! Love the little chicks' story and all the rest of the pics that illustrate it! Glad someone helped them out! #113570

Howard D. Gibson May 26, 2019

Thanks Evy, Cathy, Lem & Claudia!! Your comments are sincerely appreciated. Just for the record, I did make several attempts to get them out, but Mommy duck wasn't interested. I even got the pool skimmer and got one baby out (despite Mom flying out of the pool right at my head!), but it promptly jumped right back in! I was concerned, but they never appeared to be so tired that they couldn't stay afloat. It truly was a nice feeling to see them finally rescued. Thanks again to each of you who have written!! - Doug #114171

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