Thank you for the hug and kind words
@DucksAreBest
We gave her the best life she could have during the short time we had her. Just like humans, some animals have special needs and we are happy to care for and comfort them as much as we can.
I noticed your profile says your in South Washington (State?). We are located in Olympia!
Thank you, Mark! Since you mentioned "bugs and all"
Our thread title says
ALL living creatures and we definitely practice what we preach. Sandy teaches her preschoolers to appreciate and love all creatures, no matter the size or situation. They all have a purpose and a life to live.
Here are some more (unique) Critter Pictures you may enjoy (bugs and all):
*NO CRITTERS WERE HARMED DURING THE MAKING OF THESE PHOTOS*
This little guy sought refuge under my rainfly for the night while I was camping
Orchard Cicada
10-Line June Beetle
BIG Hobo Spiders from our old house.
Ceanothus Silkmoth
Juvenile Tiger (or possibly a Northwest) Salamander
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Backstory about these photos* - I accidentally disturbed a rabbit's nest hidden under a huckleberry bush while I was doing yardwork. I saw 6 baby bunnies scatter from the nest and quickly wrangled them up and placed them safely back in their nest. I placed a camera outside the nest for the next 3 nights to monitor the babes and make sure Momma came back and didn't abandon them. She came back the next day and following days to feed and care for her young'uns and all ended well.
Here's a few links to the videos, if you want to see the cuteness (I hope these links work):
Thank you so much
@maceleneo! I am by no means a professional photographer - but I do love to capture candid photos of these awesome creatures to enjoy and remember them!