IRIS, that's the name of the adorable pekin duck who lives at a historic ski lodge. My connection with Iris made me realize just how amazing these ducks can be as pets. Last week my friend took me to the historic ski lodge that he works at and it was there that I met Iris, the pekin duck. She was so beautiful but even more profound was her delightful personality. She came inside the kitchen to eat and drink water out of her bowls, she was held and cuddled, she followed my friend and I on our long walks through the woods (which is quite a challenge for a duck), Iris ate fresh popped popcorn with us, she played with Joe the golden lab who belongs to Sam the owner of the ski lodge, and Iris even slept in her own special bed inside the lodge during a snow blizzard on one of the nights I was there.
Yes, life for Iris is good these days but last year things weren't so good. Poor Iris was found in an abandoned car with her baby. The two of them were hungry and frightened but thankfully Sam who runs the historic ski lodge, rescued the Mother and her baby and brought them to his lodge. He nursed them with nourishing food and rest. Iris survived but unfortunately her baby didn't make it and died days later. Iris was left alone or so she thought. These days she's best friends with Joe the golden lab, Frank the rooster and his family and of course with Sam. I hope to become Iris's best friend too. Iris is a one of a kind duck that wins the hearts of those who have the pleasure of meeting her.
What's in store for IRIS? She'll continue living at the ski lodge and spend as much time indoors as she pleases but a pekin duck companion is what Iris needs next and hopefully we'll find a mate for her real soon. Iris is even going to have a tiny home built on the grounds so that she and her mate can be safe from foxes and other animals that might harm them at night. Will I ever eat duck meat again? Absolutely not!!!! Iris has taught me that a vegetarian/vegan diet is the best. Oh, IRIS, I love 💗💖💔💗you so much!
Here's to you IRIS, may you live a healthy and long life. You're the best duck ever IRIS! Moments with you are astounding!
