That is truly so beautiful! Humans should respect animals. There certainly aren't enough people like you. You are a wonderful, wonderful person! May God bless you and your backyard friends!
I want to offer my condolences for your loss of Elly. It must be heartbreaking losing her after spending 3 years watching not only her grow but also her family. You are a wonderful man for doing what you do.
Hi Leisa! Yes, that was a very sad time. It was even harder knowing that she had 3 little fawns out there without her. Thank goodness, I got them to come up and eat some apple pieces, and the good neighbors would put out food for them. Two of the triplets come visit me every day now (more recent videos). They are healthy and doing great! I have a new video premiering tomorrow evening (Sunday, August 4) at 9PM EST if you would be interested in joining us to view it. ;-) th-cam.com/video/apx5akO_2x0/w-d-xo.html Enjoy your weekend! :-)))
Amazing creatures, aren't they? I don't feed my wild deer friends, but after 20 years of respectfully acknowledging my local wild deer family, I have been welcomed as a buddy, they are busy animals with schedules and are keen on routines. I've trained some in the past how to cross streets safely/ calmly BEHIND cars. Joy to see passed down generations! They enjoy being able to relax, not have to be stressed. I try not to make direct foreward facing contact with them, less predatory/aggressive stance. Nice to sit & relax with them, sweet that they wait to see me, that momma left fawns w/me for 4 hours this past summer😁🥰 Now in rut, everyone mingling in the fawning territory..w/agitation .. ears back, tail wag, "..ggggggggrunt.." ..nuzzle..= "I'm happy, gimme scratches buddy!" Learned so much from them, 🥰 They can be playful like a dog, as aloof as a cat.. I do all I can to be safe & keep them safe. The more I can learn, the more I can share!
I'm crying my eyes out right now for Elly and her triplets- it's just so incredibly awesome and wonderful that you are so truly blessed that they trust you enough to be so close with you!:) But it's also so so sad and just heartbreaking that her babies had to lose their mom so young like that...and it makes me so sad thinking of them walking around crying for her and having to fend for themselves everyday when they're just babies. Thank goodness they've got you looking out for them the way you do- you're a wonderful human being! Thanks for sharing:)
Hi Randi! I know. It was gut-wrenching losing Elly, then seeing her tiny triplets crying every day. Little Wrigley disappeared back in late August. I am not sure if he just moved on, or if something happened to him. Eli and Birdie come to visit me every day now (more recent videos). They are healthy and doing great! Thank you for your nice comments, and I wish you a great week! :-))))
I don't have deer, but my wild babies are possums, wallabies, currawongs, and a very young echidna who passed away just yesterday. Because of really bad Bush fires here in Tasmania recently, and lack of water, there wasn't enough food for her to find, they eat ants, termites and beetles. And by the time we got back home from being evacuated, she was already under weight, we couldn't find her before we left as she is a wild creature, she goes where she wants to go. The wildlife caregiver took her to try to help her but we still lost the poor wee thing. Thankfully, my wallaby friends were ok, but I do have one young possum still missing, so she may have surcomed to the fire or the smoke, I remain hopeful that she'll turn up. It is wonderful when nature allows you to interact it's very rewarding watching each new generation grow up. Thank you for sharing, your deer friends are beautiful. Cheers from Tasmania!
Hi Howlling Wind! Wow....what a story you have. I am sorry about the wild fires. I can only imagine how devastating things were there. Thank goodness, some of your friends made it through the fires. I am happy you liked the video, and wish you all the best in Tasmania! ;-)))
@@flyfish0822 thank you for a reply, well we've now had some decent rain, which will go a long way to putting the fires out. From just after Christmas, lightening strike started the fire deep in the inaccessible wilderness, but then we had gale force winds which just cranked the fire up and it ended up that half of Tasmania was burning. But our wonderful fire fighters who are predominantly volunteers did a magnificent job given what they were up against. There was no loss of human life, not so sure about the wildlife, and in my area only 8 houses couldn't be saved and 1 shed, I think that's pretty good! My community is a lovely caring one and the local supermarket gave the firefighters their groceries for free plus a bit more. Recently we had a fundraising event to raise money for new equipment for them. Well, you didn't need to know all that did you?! Thank you for your kind words, be happy, be well, be safe. Cheers!
Wow....this sounds devastating, but I can tell by your comments that it could have been much worse. Thank goodness for our emergency responders! Way out west of me in California, they had some terrible wildfires again last year They had the same type of "Howling Winds" (see what I did there? :-))) as you did. Lots of homes and lives lost. Glad to hear you came through this with such a positive attitude and outlook. Stay safe, my friend, and best wishes to you and yours. :-)))
@@flyfish0822 thank you, and yes I did see what you did, a play on words can be fun. When I first got introduced to the internet and all you can find, many moons ago now, I was told I should have a name, so there I was sitting at my computer, one wintery night, with the wind raging out side. Then the wind came into the house sort of, and made this wooo wooo wooo sound and it sounded a little like a howl, and so my internet name was created. Be creative, Be well, Be happy, Be safe. Cheers!
Love your story. It is so special to have a friend who loves you and cares for your well being. I hope you continue with your great work. You have a beautiful home.
Elly was such a sweetheart. I was blessed that she allowed me into her private life for a few minutes each day! :-))) Two of her triplets come to visit me every day now (more recent videos). They are healthy and dong great! :-)))
Thank you for sharing your wonderful videos of God’s little creatures and for taking care of all of them. Your place is a beautiful wildlife sanctuary where they feel cared for, loved and respected. Seeing that Elly is gone and her babies no longer have their mom is sad but it’s wonderful that you took her place and nurtured and helped them grow. You have a loving heart for God’s creatures.
Hi Linda! it makes me happy when someone notices how special these animals are. I am lucky that they have allowed me to spend a few minutes each day with them. thank you for such nice comments, and enjoy your week! :-)))
You just can't help loving them, so sad for Elly she was very sweet. Thank you for being so kind with animals I wish I had the same luck to live in the country side so close to nature. Bless you!!
Hi my friend! Yes, losing Ely was tough since she had been coming to see me for so long. I still have many others that come up each day (more recent videos), and they can keep me very busy in the mornings and evenings. Thank you for your nice comments, and I hope you get the chance to do this one day! :-)))))
I am so touched by your tender heart and extraordinary kindness. Your place is amazing...what an incredible blessing to have the opportunity to interact with these beautiful creatures. Thank you for sharing!
Good day to you sir.Your kind heart is felt by these animals.No doubt you are blessed.Wish people are like you. I would like to know the title of the music in the background.It's breathtaking to hear. and tears me up coz it's perfect for the video Thank you.
Thank you for such a tender and heart warming video. I am fortunate, being raised close to nature, with all its beauty. Your video brings back so many wonderful memories.
This warms my heart. I have been connecting to nature for a year now, and I love the deer. I've named all of the deer around my property, but have sadly lost two. One is Snowy, a fawn, and the other Big Mama. She will live on as the largest female deer, and a wonderful mother to all of her 8 sets of babies💞🦌
Hi Sydney! I know how hard it is to lose one of these beautiful animals, especially after you have grown attached to them. Two years ago, I lost quite a few of my close friends to the hunters. Last year, I didn't lose any and was so relieved! Wow....a momma with 8 sets of babies!
OMG the tears are just flowing out of me. I feel so bad about Elly. She loved and trusted you so much. She showed you how thankful she was to you. I wish all the best for her babies. I'm sorry Sir. May she rest in peace. I just loved her. Again, she did love you so much. Your bond was incredible.
So sad to see she is gone. You're an amazing person. Keep up the good work with these animals. I would love to be in your position feeding them everyday and spending time with them
I feel so bad about Elly passing away. But, she loved and fully trusted you sir. The bond between the two of you was so strong. You were there for her in her time of need and helped her out and she showed you how grateful she was for that. May she rest in peace.
although it's sad at Ellie's passing I just know the baby fawns will come to you to help them. They saw their mother trusting you and they will too! What a beautiful video of human and wildlife on this rainy day here in Tennessee. Thank you
Hi Robert! The triplets had a tough struggle, as you can see in the later videos. The boy, Wrigley, disappeared in August. Little Birdie and Elly Mae come to visit me almost every day now., and are in my last two videos. I love when they stop by to see me! :-)))
Beautiful!! The music, the scenery.. Oh, I'm so wanting to be there..I recognize this music! "My Dog Skip!" Excellent choice!! I was listening and reading so intently, and then the part of Elly came up.. Oh, so sad! I know you miss her!
Yes, I miss Elly. She was a special friend. "My Dog Skip".....the first time I heard the music, I knew I had to use it in a video. The music just brings everything to life! Have a great weekend! :-)
Heaven on earth. The way things ought to be and, in your case, are. I wish all humans were as kind to our friends in nature as you. Sorry for the loss of Elly. She was amazing and you are an amazing man. This is the most beautiful video I have ever seen, and I watch Nature on PBS every chance I get. You are fortunate to live in such a beautiful place with nature.
Hi Tommy! After working with these deer for 1 1/2 years, Elly finally came up to me and let me pet her. I am not sure who was more nervous.....her or me. A special bond was formed that day. Other deer saw this bond, and started to trust me more and more. It is an exhilarating feeling to get to pet a wild deer for the first time......and gets even better when you can see they get excited to see you outside bringing them a snack. I miss Elly so. She was a huge part of this puzzle that I miss every day. Two of her orphaned fawns, Birdie and Elly Mae, still come by to see me (more recent videos)....plus, her 3 year old, Adrian, and her two young boys, Duke and Doc. I feel so blessed to be a part of their lives, if only for a few minutes each day! Enjoy your weekend! :-))))
I am curious -- Are you a fly angler? I am, too....barbless, C&R only, except that I use those new mini-barbs when using light wire hooks for steelhead. They straighten the hooks, and the barb helps there. Otherwise, barbs are just a bane, in more ways than one. I fish in Pennsylvania mostly, some in Canada, and sometimes in Yellowstone NP, NW WY, and SW MT. I'm mostly a trout angler, but I have strong interest in smallmouth bass and some in northern pike as well. How about you?
Yes I am! I have fly fished since I was around 25. At that time, it was blue gill and largemouth bass. Then I got into salmon fishing. My two sons got into it, too. They took trips out to Colorado and North Dakota to trout fish some of the rivers there (I wasn't able to go at that time). We have made trips to rivers in northern Michigan for the salmon runs. We always catch and release. My younger son has become like a "Master". It is funny that I taught them to fly fish, and now he could probably teach classes on it. I would love to go to Belize for the triple...….bonefish, tarpon, and permit...….and sunny warm weather! :-)))))))
Yes, I always tell friends at this time of year: "Spring is just around the corner." Spring in Pennsylvania trout country is the most bucolic show on earth! Bon chance to you on the water; you have earned Mother Nature's gifts.
You are an angel to these beautiful wild creatures. Thanks you so much for your care and passion. This world would be so much more peaceful if more peoples are like you. Thanks again and God bless.
Hi Mike. It was so hard to lose her. It has been even harder watching her triplets struggling to survive. they seem to be doing okay. The neighbors put out food for them, and they stop by here to eat at times. I am trying to get them to come here twice a day....but they are kids 9a mind of their own). LOL Updated video coming soon;-)
Oh my gosh ... I fell in love with this man's kindness and generosity and seeing all the dear little animals he has befriended but I NEVER suspected the ending. It made me burst in to tears when he said how his Elly had died. I'm a softy for a good story. This really hurt after seeing all those beautiful scenes of him stroking and loving his deer. But I'm glad Elly brought him her babies, knowing he would help keep them safe. Poor girl. He's a living Saint Francis.
Hi Silvia. Losing Elly was difficult. She had become a good friend. Her triplets have found a safe place to live down the road. I walk down multiple times a day to see if they are out and to see if they will take some food from me. They have gotten very skittish, but they are still surviving, even though they are small. :-)))
Hi Sandra! They used to hide out in the woods and field, so I am thrilled that they have come to trust me enough to visit for a few minutes each day. I'm glad you enjoyed this, and wish you a great week! :-)))
You sir are awesome! This is exactly what I think Heaven will be like except I know that nothing bad will ever happen and sweet Ellie and all others will live in peace forever.
Hi my friend! I'm glad you liked this. This is one of my favorite videos that I put together because I like the music so much....and it just "fits" with the awesome deer! :-)))
Its heartbreaking when they go. But worthwhile the time that you spend with them, because nothing is more beautiful than bonding with animals, who have nothing at stake but love, trust and a little dependence.
That was such a sweet video. I love how they became so close to you. I could see they loved you as much as you loved them. Bless you for taking care of them
Hi Tom! it took a long time for them to come to trust me. It took 1 1/2 years before the first one, Elly, came up to me and let me pet her. I have petted 17 different ones now. I have seen them so much that I can tell most of them apart just by their facial features. They all look very different to me. I had to name them to keep them all straight! LOL
God Bless you . God must have been very happy. God watches us always, especially when you take care of his creatures. You are a lucky guy and again God bless you for taking care of those our friends.
We have deer feeders and watch generations be born, live and pass. This is beautiful and you are a good man, thank you for sharing these beautiful videos and stories.
Hi Debbie! I am happy to hear you get to experience these beautiful animals where you live. I have lost some good friends over the last years due to hunters, but I have come to expect it now. I move on with the ones that continue to come up, and the videos are reminders to me of the great friendships that can be built with these shy, very private creatures. I am happy you enjoy the videos, and wish you a great week! :-)))
Bless you for caring and loving all these beautiful creatures of nature.You make the world a finer place,thank you for your commitment and compassion.I am very sorry to read of your loss of Elly, May her triplets bring you comfort.
Thank you so much! I miss Elly every day. Two of her fawns have been coming up to eat and let me pet them. They are so small, but so adorable. I hpe the third one will come back up with them soon.:-)))))
Beauty is what we're lacking in today's world. Kindness, generosity and gentleness. Thank you flyfish. Love these deer so much and to think you get to feed, pet and love them with such tender love each day. God bless you for caring for these beautiful creature's.They in turn trust you and return affection. How simply wonderful nature is when treated with respect.
Hi Donna! So very true. It is amazing to get a wild animal to trust you enough to come up to you, or let you pet them. I love that they can see me down the road and won't run because they know it is me....or come up to me for a snack. I am glad you like the videos. Have nice week! :-))))))))))))))
Thank you, Donna. it takes me a long time to get enough good video footage to put something decent together with hopes it isn't boring. I wish I could teach the deer to "act on cue"! LOL .All the best to you:-))))))))))))
It is one of my favorite videos of my deer friends, even though the ending is sad. Elly was quite the special friend to me, and it gives me a chance to remember her and how trusting she was with me. :-)))))
Thank you, Cyndi. I miss Elly girl. She was the first to walk up and let me pet her after 1 1/2 years of feeding quite a few deer. I have only seen two of her triplets yesterday and today. Tonight, I was within 3 feet of the smallest one with a bottle of formula and it was just to shy to take those last few steps. I hope they learn to trust me enough to get them some livestock milk so they grow up big and strong. :-)))
That is very sweet the way you are with those deer....but actually you are getting them use to humans--so they have less fear--and they are !!!! Easier to kill. Just---plain old common sense. saying.
Hi Johnny. I would have thought the same thing when I began all this. What I found out amazed me. They don't trust me as a human. The trust me as some kind of nice animal to them. If anyone else come close to my yard, they run! If I am not by myself, they won't come up. I am the only thing they come up to...besides the turkeys. They know me by sight, but mostly from my voice because I talk to them the whole time I am with them. It is a very strange relationship.....respect and trust from both of us. It gives me a chance to see a very gentle side of them, and to be a part of their daily life......even if it is just 5 or 10 minutes at a time. :-)
@@flyfish0822 Very touching video. The only observation is that these beautiful creatures get used to your human touch and later they couldn't make a difference between you and a fucking imbecile that will profit and do them harm. Meanwhile, please keep on giving love and tender care to these beautiful creatures. You are my hero..!!
Oh I'm so relieved to hear that. I watch your channel often and have prayed for the triplets often. What's happening between you and your growing deer family is Truely special. You must be as well to gain their trust.
Beautiful relationship with these beautiful creatures.You are a caring and loving person.What a wonderful world it would be if more folks loved and respected nature this way.Thankyou for sharing!
Animals are just so wonderful & sweet and this man is so lucky that he is trusted by them & they enjoy each other's company a lot. Good for you Mr. Mark. You are blessed.
Oh no, Elly. How old was she? She knew you loved her. I get overwhelmed with with peace and joy when I watch your videos. I've had about twenty encounters with deer, sometimes in city areas. I remember every single one both close up and at a distance. Thank you for these videos during these stressful times.
Hi Sonja. I am not sure how old Elly was, but I knew her for about 4 years and went through 4 sets of fawns with her. She was always very sweet when she came up to me. I am happy that my videos give you such peace and joy when you watch them. They so the same for me. I worked on a new video for a long time today, but am just part of the way done with it. it might take me another couple days to finish it. I think you will like it, too. ;-) Have a nice evening!
Hi my friend. yes, it was very hard losing Elly. It was much harder for her little triplets that she left behind. Two of them come visit me almost every day now ( more recent videos). I love when they stop by, and little Elly Mae looks so much like her momma Elly! :-)))
A safe place! He brings so much joy to this world thank you for for being an example of what all should be. 👣🐾🌎 P.S. I got teary-eyed when I read about the loss of your friend Elly girl. She knows that her fawns will always be safe in your gentle care. My deepest condolences to you and her Fawns.😟
I am so sorry for your loss. I know how it feels. But you are doing a wonderful thing honoring her memory by taking care of her fawns. God bless you, sir.
Hi CW. Yes, it was very difficult losing Elly. It was even harder watching her triplets struggling to survive. Thank goodness, two of them are still around and come to visit me almost every day! :-)))
Videos like this show the power of God in creation. When God gave man domain over animals and the beast of the fields, not to dominate them, but to love and care for them unconditionally!
I just cannot believe that in the 20th Century, let alone the 21st, weak people still seem to honestly feel the need to have a religion and believe in the story that the is such a thing as a god! Religion was invented to “explain” (in the absence of science) the unknown and keep people in their place. It is shocking that America is still so religious compared to secular Europe!
@@AlexEssex8 And that is exactly why Europe is going down the toilet. If you choose not to believe in God that's your business but stop trying to lead other people astray.
Maked me cry when I started to watch, is that nice to see you, how you care and love all the wonderful animals there!!! ❤ You are amazing man, wish I know you ❤ I'm so sorry about Elly... My heart crys out.... Hope the little ones get close to you, like there mommy, so you can feed them with baby formula ❤ Wish them the best!!! ❤
Earthly Paradise exists, this man is an angel. 👼 the animals know who they can trust Thank you very much for all the good you do to them to these beautiful animals😘🤗🙏🏻
@@flyfish0822 They are angels, very special beings, your benefactor and protector, your wings are not seen but if your goodness, for me you are another angel thank you very much
Bonds with God's creatures are very special and show a love like no other. How can you watch a video for six and a half minutes and be crying at the end. You are a very special person. God bless you!
Thank you, Steve. I never knew what would transpire when I started this. I am amazed each day that they come to see me. Yes, losing Elly was very tough and very unexpected. It was hard for me to make the last segment of that video. But now when I watch it, I realize how much joy she brought to me over the past 3-4 years. And it was her trust in me that the other deer saw, so they got brave and came up to me, also. I get to see a side of the deer that most people never will, and I am so thankful for that! Blessings, my friend! :-)))
I have an orphaned fawn I'm bottle feeding this year, it helped me to call to him like a doe calling for her fawn to get him to come to me and eat, seems to settle his nerves and put him more at ease.. I step out with a bottle and call and he comes out of the woods near the house for a bottle and a little grain and such, and usually some apple for dessert. Then he hangs around and licks my arms for a while while I use my hand as a tongue to groom him like a mom would do, then back to the woods where he stays.. I also walked him around nibbling at plants with my hand like a mother would do to show him what plants to eat.. I'll wean him in another couple of months. Of course now if I'm late with the bottle he'll be right outside at the front door waiting for me. Otherwise a few doe bleats and he comes a runnin from the woods.. I have 11 acres fenced with goat fence, so he's safe in my woods till he gets old enough to jump the fence and leave on his own. My place is full of the same wildlife, deer wild turkey and such in the yard.. I also ended up with an orphaned racoon last week, don't know what exactly to do with it yet. I think he'll have to go to a wildlife rehab this week.
That is so awesome! You are doing a wonderful thing! These triplets were so scared after losing Elly, and so difficult to even get close to them. Two of them have learned that they love apple pieces. I do the same when I pet them.....try to mimic the mom cleaning or grooming them. The one almost falls into a trance when I do it cuz it likes it so much. They had gone so long without nursing from their mom that they had little interest in a bottle, and I didn't want to grab them and force it on them so they would not lose trust in me. There are woods behind me and across the road from me, and an 11 acre field next to me. They never seem to stay in the same place and can be hard to find at times. Other times, they will see me and walk right up to me (two of them). The third one is the biggest and very nervous about getting close to me. I am hoping that when they get big enough for corn, all 3 will come up each day. Love your story~!
Yeah this little one didn't show any interest in the bottle either for a few days, but he demands it now.. I ended up using a regular baby bottle as he didn't like the one made for animals. I would never be able to find him in the woods, but a few doe bleats always gets him to run to me. I started out just bleating softly when I gave him food until he learned my voice, copying calls I found on the internet of does bleating for their kids.. I still bleat softly to him while he's drinking from the bottle, make alert noises when cars go by on the road out front or other things he needs to be alarmed at. They should be able to survive without milk by now but they do need that extra fuel for growth the milk gives them till about October. And fortunately he only trusts me so far and doesn't trust any other humans.. At least so far. My next challenge is to try to teach it to avoid hunters if I can.. The deer here have fawns inside my fence every year, it's kinda like a deer nursery. The fawns can't get through the fence or jump it so they stay inside the fence while mom hops the fence to go out browsing, and they just hang out in my pasture until mom comes back at dusk. usually about October the fawns realize they can jump the 4' fence and leave.I'm guessing this little buck might not leave until his first rut.
I almost forgot, I did make a little video of him.. He was pretty beat up, but most of it has filled in, he'll only have a couple of scars left on his head.. So I named him Scar. th-cam.com/video/_lZrivIe_oQ/w-d-xo.html
Hi TX.....what a cool name....SCAR! I don't do facebook and don't have an account, but wish I could see it. Is there any way you would be able to post it to youtube? I couldn't figure out why a couple of the triplets did not seem hungry to eat apple piece the last couple days. One turned it's nose up again this morning. They don't like this kind of apples I bought a few days ago. LOL I guess I will be making a trip to the store this morning :-)))))
That is just incredible. I wish I could do a fence area to keep the little ones safe, but they seem to be doing okay wandering. They are just so small....no milk since 3 weeks old.. and they are 9 weeks now. Not sure if they would even consider milk now. I wish I could get these 3 to bottle feed. I try using the doe calls too, but guess I better look them up on the internet to get better at them. I always talk to all my deer when they are here. I want them to learn my voice, I can see some of them down the road and call them and they will come down to my house. Oh yes....The young bucks will be leaving soon. They come to see me for a little over a year, let me pet and feed them....very comfortable. When summer hits, they start getting more nervous. Levi and Buster are shying away from me now when I pet them. Levi is just ready to branch into 6 points.....Buster 4 points, Byron's spikes never got more than an inch long for some reason. Come late October/November, they will disappear, only to show up on the outskirts of my yard from time to time and too nervous to come back up to me. The girls, on the other hand, love coming up all year. :-))) Love your story. Scar is very lucky to have you there.
Hi Michael. Thank you. Elly was very special. You can see her triplets in Episode 15. I have been working with them every chance I get. I will have a new video out soon with an update on the babies;-)))
I just love u mister. Im sitting here crying the she passed n know u mustve too. Please keep making more viddeos. I love them and live for them. In a world full of ugluness this is my solitude. God bless you always.....
Hi Robin! Yes, it was tough losing such a good friend as Elly. She was so good to me and so trusting that I had to do anything I could to help her triplets in any way I could. Little Birdie still comes to see me a few times a week, thank goodness. I try to do a new video every two months or so, depending on how many random videos I can shoot during that time. I need to get a few more taken before I start a new video......but I will soon. Enjoy your week! :-)))
@@flyfish0822 ...i absolutely love that ur feeding all these different animals...i love, love, love animals...i live in a city the best i can get is feeding a squirrel that always comes everyday, n the little birds with peanuts... make more videos... there so amazing...💖💖👍👍
Hi Elleni. I grew up in the city for most of my life. This is still quite new to me, even though I have been doing it for around 4 years now (time flies!) . Be proud of your squirrel and little birds. I know they appreciate you very much! I try to do a new video every 2-3 months. I did some extra ones with the orphans this last year. We'll see what this year brings. ;-)
@@flyfish0822 .... one of my favorite videos on TH-cam...i could watch people like u feed animals all day long...💖💖😄😄🤗🤗...its amazing...ur such a sweetheart...😄😄
Is 11:6 “The wolf also shall dwell with the lamb, and the leopard shall lie down with the kid; and the calf and the young lion and the fatling together; and a little child shall lead them.” There is coming a day when all of Gods nature will be at peace. When sin is no longer here.
OH MY! This is the first time I've ever read this. And it wows me because ever since I've had a spiritual awakening my thought process naturally shifted to this exact ideology. So now that I see this it amazes it tells me I'm doing the right thing..
Hi Kenny. I am happy you liked this! The angels are the little fawns and the mommas that take such good care of them. I am just lucky enough to spend a few minutes each day with them. :-)))
They are so beautiful and so are you along with all the other wildlife that you're keeping those turkeys look great it's nice to see wild ones happy and safe..
Thank you so much for sharing this very touching story. You are to be commended for loving and caring for these animals. So sad to hear that Elly passed, but that her memory will be perpetuated by the fawns that she birthed. I hope that you've also gained their trust and they appreciate what you are doing.
Hi my friend! yes, it was very hard losing such a good friend, Elly. You can see her fawns in my more recent videos. Birdie and Elly Mae come to visit me almost every day now! :-)))
I never tire of watching these. It brings such peace. Bringing healing energy too. Praying God bless you and your wife (supposing vediographor) the best ever life there in your perfect piece of paradise.
Hi Cathy! I am glad you enjoy these! I take all the videos, either walking with the camera or setting it on the tripod on the ground (no wife since 11 years ago), so I never really know what I will capture in a video. By the way...did you have your surgery? Is you broken leg getting healed up? Hope you are doing well:-)))
@@flyfish0822 Why yes! You remembered. ;-) Surgery went well. Having a little set back, but not to worry I'm tough and will be back to work (NICU nurse) hopefully mid- June. I lost my husband of 34years nearly 7 years ago. I'm astounded you can capture these videos all by yourself! You could teach classes! God bless you then good man.
Hi Cathy. I am glad to hear your surgery went well! Since I don't know how you broke your leg to smitherines, I will have to take a guess. Ummmmm…..let's see......you were flying off the top of a cliff in a wing suit....cleared all the trees....cleared the river...….but caught your leg in a craggly rock formation on landing. You formed splints from oak branches, secured them to your smtihered leg with the straps you chewed off the wing suit, and walked 3 miles to the nearest highway to catch a ride to the hospital. Am I close? Oh wow.....they would laugh at me if I tried teaching a video taking class. When I get ready to make a new youtube video, I probably have around 100-200 random videos in my folder (after discarding 300-400 that were not very good), then only use 20-50 of them in a new video. I should be the one taking a class! Oh my.....I am so sorry for the loss of your husband. :-( God always has a plan for our lives, even if we don't understand it at times. Cherish those 34 years of wonderful memories always. :-)
@@flyfish0822 HA!! That's exactly what happened!!! How on Earth did you know?? I must say. Enjoying this little back and forth. LOVE your imagination and sense of humor. Almost as funny as me! I broke my leg not my sense of humor. I actually had people laughing in the ER, while trying to stave off the effects of mild shock. I really wish I had a cool story, nobody believed my trying to jump 13 buses on my motorcycle but missed my trajectory story. *sigh* It's hard to be cool at this age when you tell the truth, walking with head turned around talking to daughter in law behind me and my stylish wedge caught a sneaky sprinkler which sent me catapulting (very ungracefully) over a curb and onto the parking lot below. When I saw my foot was on backwards.... well I may have said a few chosen words that I'd worked so diligently to get my sweet DIL to stop using in her youth! Lol!! Probably never live that down. God is so good. I have nothing to complain about. Wonderful kids looking in on me and Bailey (my rescue German Shepard) old friends and a sweet you tube new friend. Who knew what could come of this silly old woman's accident! GBY flyfish!
LOL! Wait......almost as funny as you? Geesh….I was going for the title.....and must admit defeat...….this time. I have to admit, that whole story is hilarious! (despite the broken leg!) Thirteen buses and a missed trajectory is a pretty good story. I would stick to it if I was you. :-))) When I read what actually happened, and since I am a guy with little knowledge of stylish wedges or what they are, I thought you meant "wedgie"....and a stylish one on top of that! LOL!!! I had to try to put a stylish wedgie and a sneaky sprinkler together....just didn't compute. Then it hit me.....a high heel like thing! You poor thing! I cannot imagine looking down and seeing that.....ouch and OMG! I can only imagine what came out of your mouth in front of your DIL...…..ha ha ha ha ha! I'm sure she understood......and will have a great tidbit to bring up at family gatherings.)))) My mom is almost 90, very sweet, a devoted Christian woman....and a HUGE baseball fan. I was at her house one day and a game was on. The ump made a terrible call and my mom cut loose like a crusty pirate who hadn't seen land in years! I haven't forgotten it. Neither will your daughter in law. LOLZZZZZZZZZZZZZ ))))))))))))))) I am hoping you are taking it easy on the sofa with Bailey laying next to you and protecting you. Wishing you the best on your healing process! :-))))))))))))))))))))
Today is my birthday February 14 valentines day and iam 71 yrs old today. I just came across this on u tube and had to watch it. wow what a beautiful video ,and that music is god sent. 71 yrs old today and iam sitting here with tears running down my cheek. sir god has blessed you very much, I can feel it in the video and the music , I just wanted to say thank you for that,and god bless you for touching my heart and sharing this with others GOD will surely bless you. thanks very much
Hi Clyde! I am so happy you enjoyed this and that it touched you in some way. Wishing you a wonderful 71st birthday today, and a happy Valentine's Day also! ~Fly:-)))
Fly sir may I ask where that beautiful music you used with the videos came from,i would love to have it thanks and thanks for the birthday wish and reply. God Bless and have a very wonderful valentines day there.
@@clydehousewright3042 Hi my friend! I try to always post the music selections under each of my videos in the video description. This is the music I used in this particular video: Music: "Main Title" (From My Dog Skip) William Ross "Will Grows Up" (From My Dog Skip) William Ross "The Deer" (From My Dog Skip) William Ross Enjoy your weekend! :-)))
What a wonderful show of human compassion, we continue to disturb their homes, but with good people and a bit of care and concern we can change their lives in a positive way and they can know that we can share not kill and fight, know if people could learn the things this man did for those strangers imagine how this world could be, but until then I will continue to love nature and wildlife sometimes more than I love my fellow human beings
Hi Harvey! It took a long time to get to this point, but I m grateful every day that they have come to trust me this way, and allow me to spend a few minutes each day in their very private lives. Yes, the world would be such a good place. So very true! :-)))
Hi David! Actually, in the years I knew Elly, she had 9 fawns. First was Fritz, then Rocky and Adrian, then Emma, Isaac, and Jacob, then Eli, Wrigley, and Birdie. Not sure how many she had before I met her. :-)))))))))))
Hi Cindy. Elly's little fawns were close by here last week, and a couple of them would come up 2-3 times a day to eat apple pieces. Now, they have scattered again. I found one down the road yesterday and this morning, but it did not eat very much. I hope to get all 3 of them on a schedule at my house so they can get bigger like the other fawns. :-) I posted a new video last night, and should have a new video on Elly's fawns posted later this week. Enjoy your day! :-)
Hi Michelle! Yes, it was very hard to lose Elly. She was the first one that walked up to me and let me pet her....after 1 1/2 years of feeding her. Two of her triplets, Birdie and Elly Mae, come to see me almost every day now (more recent video). I am always thrilled to see them! Have a great week! :-)))
Hi Sue! I am very fortunate that these wonderful animals have to come trust me enough to let me share a few moments of their private lives each day. I am glad you enjoyed the video! I try to make a new one every month or two. Enjoy your week! :-)))
That is truly so beautiful! Humans should respect animals. There certainly aren't enough people like you. You are a wonderful, wonderful person! May God bless you and your backyard friends!
Thank you for such kind words, Rose Ann! I still have quite a few that come visit me almost every day, and have so much fun with them! :-)))))))
I want to offer my condolences for your loss of Elly. It must be heartbreaking losing her after spending 3 years watching not only her grow but also her family. You are a wonderful man for doing what you do.
This was so sad to see Elly go, but so beautiful that you take such kind and loving care of them all. Thank you so much.
Hi Leisa! Yes, that was a very sad time. It was even harder knowing that she had 3 little fawns out there without her. Thank goodness, I got them to come up and eat some apple pieces, and the good neighbors would put out food for them. Two of the triplets come visit me every day now (more recent videos). They are healthy and doing great! I have a new video premiering tomorrow evening (Sunday, August 4) at 9PM EST if you would be interested in joining us to view it. ;-)
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Amazing creatures, aren't they? I don't feed my wild deer friends, but after 20 years of respectfully acknowledging my local wild deer family, I have been welcomed as a buddy, they are busy animals with schedules and are keen on routines. I've trained some in the past how to cross streets safely/ calmly BEHIND cars. Joy to see passed down generations! They enjoy being able to relax, not have to be stressed. I try not to make direct foreward facing contact with them, less predatory/aggressive stance. Nice to sit & relax with them, sweet that they wait to see me, that momma left fawns w/me for 4 hours this past summer😁🥰 Now in rut, everyone mingling in the fawning territory..w/agitation .. ears back, tail wag, "..ggggggggrunt.." ..nuzzle..= "I'm happy, gimme scratches buddy!" Learned so much from them, 🥰
They can be playful like a dog, as aloof as a cat.. I do all I can to be safe & keep them safe. The more I can learn, the more I can share!
Your videos truly touch my heart. Thank you so much for helping all those beautiful sweet animals
Thank you, Jay! I am happy you enjoy them! Have a great week! :-))))
I'm crying my eyes out right now for Elly and her triplets- it's just so incredibly awesome and wonderful that you are so truly blessed that they trust you enough to be so close with you!:) But it's also so so sad and just heartbreaking that her babies had to lose their mom so young like that...and it makes me so sad thinking of them walking around crying for her and having to fend for themselves everyday when they're just babies. Thank goodness they've got you looking out for them the way you do- you're a wonderful human being! Thanks for sharing:)
Hi Randi! I know. It was gut-wrenching losing Elly, then seeing her tiny triplets crying every day. Little Wrigley disappeared back in late August. I am not sure if he just moved on, or if something happened to him. Eli and Birdie come to visit me every day now (more recent videos). They are healthy and doing great! Thank you for your nice comments, and I wish you a great week! :-))))
we need more people like him
I don't have deer, but my wild babies are possums, wallabies, currawongs, and a very young echidna who passed away just yesterday. Because of really bad Bush fires here in Tasmania recently, and lack of water, there wasn't enough food for her to find, they eat ants, termites and beetles. And by the time we got back home from being evacuated, she was already under weight, we couldn't find her before we left as she is a wild creature, she goes where she wants to go. The wildlife caregiver took her to try to help her but we still lost the poor wee thing. Thankfully, my wallaby friends were ok, but I do have one young possum still missing, so she may have surcomed to the fire or the smoke, I remain hopeful that she'll turn up. It is wonderful when nature allows you to interact it's very rewarding watching each new generation grow up. Thank you for sharing, your deer friends are beautiful. Cheers from Tasmania!
Hi Howlling Wind! Wow....what a story you have. I am sorry about the wild fires. I can only imagine how devastating things were there. Thank goodness, some of your friends made it through the fires. I am happy you liked the video, and wish you all the best in Tasmania! ;-)))
@@flyfish0822 thank you for a reply, well we've now had some decent rain, which will go a long way to putting the fires out. From just after Christmas, lightening strike started the fire deep in the inaccessible wilderness, but then we had gale force winds which just cranked the fire up and it ended up that half of Tasmania was burning. But our wonderful fire fighters who are predominantly volunteers did a magnificent job given what they were up against. There was no loss of human life, not so sure about the wildlife, and in my area only 8 houses couldn't be saved and 1 shed, I think that's pretty good! My community is a lovely caring one and the local supermarket gave the firefighters their groceries for free plus a bit more. Recently we had a fundraising event to raise money for new equipment for them. Well, you didn't need to know all that did you?! Thank you for your kind words, be happy, be well, be safe. Cheers!
Wow....this sounds devastating, but I can tell by your comments that it could have been much worse. Thank goodness for our emergency responders! Way out west of me in California, they had some terrible wildfires again last year They had the same type of "Howling Winds" (see what I did there? :-))) as you did. Lots of homes and lives lost. Glad to hear you came through this with such a positive attitude and outlook. Stay safe, my friend, and best wishes to you and yours. :-)))
@@flyfish0822 thank you, and yes I did see what you did, a play on words can be fun. When I first got introduced to the internet and all you can find, many moons ago now, I was told I should have a name, so there I was sitting at my computer, one wintery night, with the wind raging out side. Then the wind came into the house sort of, and made this wooo wooo wooo sound and it sounded a little like a howl, and so my internet name was created. Be creative, Be well, Be happy, Be safe. Cheers!
Love your story. It is so special to have a friend who loves you and cares for your well being. I hope you continue with your great work. You have a beautiful home.
Hi George! Thank you for the nice comments! I am glad you enjoyed the video! Have a great week! :-)))
You and Elly were blessed to know each other. No better person for Elly to raise her young around.
Elly was such a sweetheart. I was blessed that she allowed me into her private life for a few minutes each day! :-)))
Two of her triplets come to visit me every day now (more recent videos). They are healthy and dong great! :-)))
Thank you for sharing your wonderful videos of God’s little creatures and for taking care of all of them. Your place is a beautiful wildlife sanctuary where they feel cared for, loved and respected. Seeing that Elly is gone and her babies no longer have their mom is sad but it’s wonderful that you took her place and nurtured and helped them grow. You have a loving heart for God’s creatures.
Hi Linda! it makes me happy when someone notices how special these animals are. I am lucky that they have allowed me to spend a few minutes each day with them. thank you for such nice comments, and enjoy your week! :-)))
You are one lucky man to be able to get that close to nature. Gentle and kind.
Hi my friend! it took a long time to get to where they would trust me enough to come up to me. I feel blessed each day they do this. :-)))))
I was so sad I cried, I now you will show her baby’s the same love that you showed her. You’re an amazing man
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i am so glad he is alive!
RedneckSpaceMan sorry English is not my first language but thank you for correcting me
Elly was a good mama. RIP sweetheart.
Hi John! She was such a sweetheart. I miss her every day. :-))))))))
You just can't help loving them, so sad for Elly she was very sweet. Thank you for being so kind with animals I wish I had the same luck to live in the country side so close to nature. Bless you!!
Hi my friend! Yes, losing Ely was tough since she had been coming to see me for so long. I still have many others that come up each day (more recent videos), and they can keep me very busy in the mornings and evenings. Thank you for your nice comments, and I hope you get the chance to do this one day! :-)))))
What a lovely caring human being! I am touched to the core by your kind nature.
Hi Lauren Thank you for your kind words! I am happy you enjoyed this, and wish you a good week! :-)))
I am so touched by your tender heart and extraordinary kindness. Your place is amazing...what an incredible blessing to have the opportunity to interact with these beautiful creatures. Thank you for sharing!
Hi Kitty. Thank you so much for your kind words! I do feel blessed to have such amazing friends that come to see me each day.:-))))))))
I feel kind of guilty about eating deer meat
Good day to you sir.Your kind heart is felt by these animals.No doubt you are blessed.Wish people are like you.
I would like to know the title of the music in the background.It's breathtaking to hear. and tears me up coz it's perfect for the video
Thank you.
I am touched by your tender heart to see this man's tender heart :-) wishing you every blessing.
It's wonderful job
The world is not lost yet, for people like you who prove that 'love and compassion' is the only way.
Hi Margitta! Thank you for your nice comments, and I am glad you enjoyed this! :-)))
Thank you for such a tender and heart warming video. I am fortunate, being raised close to nature, with all its beauty. Your video brings back so many wonderful memories.
You sir, have the best life. Rock on.
These wild things make it so much fun! :-)))))
This warms my heart. I have been connecting to nature for a year now, and I love the deer. I've named all of the deer around my property, but have sadly lost two. One is Snowy, a fawn, and the other Big Mama. She will live on as the largest female deer, and a wonderful mother to all of her 8 sets of babies💞🦌
Hi Sydney! I know how hard it is to lose one of these beautiful animals, especially after you have grown attached to them. Two years ago, I lost quite a few of my close friends to the hunters. Last year, I didn't lose any and was so relieved! Wow....a momma with 8 sets of babies!
OMG the tears are just flowing out of me. I feel so bad about Elly. She loved and trusted you so much. She showed you how thankful she was to you. I wish all the best for her babies. I'm sorry Sir. May she rest in peace. I just loved her. Again, she did love you so much. Your bond was incredible.
I know.....it was very hard to lose Elly. She was my favorite, and we had a very special bond. I miss her every day. :*-(
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:*( ... so sad. I'm so sorry for their loss and for yours. she was/is eternally beautiful.
So sad to see she is gone. You're an amazing person. Keep up the good work with these animals. I would love to be in your position feeding them everyday and spending time with them
I feel so bad about Elly passing away. But, she loved and fully trusted you sir. The bond between the two of you was so strong. You were there for her in her time of need and helped her out and she showed you how grateful she was for that. May she rest in peace.
What a blessed life! How wonderful. Heavenly!
although it's sad at Ellie's passing I just know the baby fawns will come to you to help them. They saw their mother trusting you and they will too! What a beautiful video of human and wildlife on this rainy day here in Tennessee. Thank you
Hi Robert! The triplets had a tough struggle, as you can see in the later videos. The boy, Wrigley, disappeared in August. Little Birdie and Elly Mae come to visit me almost every day now., and are in my last two videos. I love when they stop by to see me! :-)))
Beautiful!! The music, the scenery.. Oh, I'm so wanting to be there..I recognize this music! "My Dog Skip!" Excellent choice!! I was listening and reading so intently, and then the part of Elly came up.. Oh, so sad! I know you miss her!
Yes, I miss Elly. She was a special friend. "My Dog Skip".....the first time I heard the music, I knew I had to use it in a video. The music just brings everything to life! Have a great weekend! :-)
Bless your hearts for having such kind ones! This makes my heart happy! Thankyou for sharing!
thank you, Celise! I am so glad you enjoyed the video! Have a nice week! :-)))
Heaven on earth. The way things ought to be and, in your case, are. I wish all humans were as kind to our friends in nature as you. Sorry for the loss of Elly. She was amazing and you are an amazing man. This is the most beautiful video I have ever seen, and I watch Nature on PBS every chance I get. You are fortunate to live in such a beautiful place with nature.
Hi Tommy! After working with these deer for 1 1/2 years, Elly finally came up to me and let me pet her. I am not sure who was more nervous.....her or me. A special bond was formed that day. Other deer saw this bond, and started to trust me more and more. It is an exhilarating feeling to get to pet a wild deer for the first time......and gets even better when you can see they get excited to see you outside bringing them a snack. I miss Elly so. She was a huge part of this puzzle that I miss every day. Two of her orphaned fawns, Birdie and Elly Mae, still come by to see me (more recent videos)....plus, her 3 year old, Adrian, and her two young boys, Duke and Doc. I feel so blessed to be a part of their lives, if only for a few minutes each day! Enjoy your weekend! :-))))
Thank you for being on this earth. Kindness toward the vulnerable and innocent is what defines a person of character.
Hi Tex. That is very kind of you to say. I am blessed to have a special friendship with my deer friends. :-))))))))))
I am curious -- Are you a fly angler? I am, too....barbless, C&R only, except that I use those new mini-barbs when using light wire hooks for steelhead. They straighten the hooks, and the barb helps there. Otherwise, barbs are just a bane, in more ways than one. I fish in Pennsylvania mostly, some in Canada, and sometimes in Yellowstone NP, NW WY, and SW MT. I'm mostly a trout angler, but I have strong interest in smallmouth bass and some in northern pike as well. How about you?
Yes I am! I have fly fished since I was around 25. At that time, it was blue gill and largemouth bass. Then I got into salmon fishing. My two sons got into it, too. They took trips out to Colorado and North Dakota to trout fish some of the rivers there (I wasn't able to go at that time). We have made trips to rivers in northern Michigan for the salmon runs. We always catch and release. My younger son has become like a "Master". It is funny that I taught them to fly fish, and now he could probably teach classes on it. I would love to go to Belize for the triple...….bonefish, tarpon, and permit...….and sunny warm weather! :-)))))))
Yes, I always tell friends at this time of year: "Spring is just around the corner." Spring in Pennsylvania trout country is the most bucolic show on earth! Bon chance to you on the water; you have earned Mother Nature's gifts.
You are an angel to these beautiful wild creatures. Thanks you so much for your care and passion.
This world would be so much more peaceful if more peoples are like you. Thanks again and God bless.
Thank you for the nice comments, Grant! God's blessings! :-)))))
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Thank you for being kind to these beautiful animals. I can't help crying for Elly Girl.
Hi Mike. It was so hard to lose her. It has been even harder watching her triplets struggling to survive. they seem to be doing okay. The neighbors put out food for them, and they stop by here to eat at times. I am trying to get them to come here twice a day....but they are kids 9a mind of their own). LOL Updated video coming soon;-)
Man this is heaven.
What a beautiful peaceful and musical rendition of these beautiful animals.
Thank you, Ted. I am glad you liked it! :-)))
Oh my gosh ... I fell in love with this man's kindness and generosity and seeing all the dear little animals he has befriended but I NEVER suspected the ending. It made me burst in to tears when he said how his Elly had died. I'm a softy for a good story. This really hurt after seeing all those beautiful scenes of him stroking and loving his deer. But I'm glad Elly brought him her babies, knowing he would help keep them safe. Poor girl. He's a living Saint Francis.
Hi Silvia. Losing Elly was difficult. She had become a good friend. Her triplets have found a safe place to live down the road. I walk down multiple times a day to see if they are out and to see if they will take some food from me. They have gotten very skittish, but they are still surviving, even though they are small. :-)))
He Truly is A Soul Spirit With a Strong 6th Sence, just as the Animals Have .♥
You are so blessed to have so much beautiful wildlife in your yard ❤️
Hi Sandra! They used to hide out in the woods and field, so I am thrilled that they have come to trust me enough to visit for a few minutes each day. I'm glad you enjoyed this, and wish you a great week! :-)))
You sir are awesome! This is exactly what I think Heaven will be like except I know that nothing bad will ever happen and sweet Ellie and all others will live in peace forever.
Thank you!
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I’m so sorry for your loss of Elly. What a blessing you are to the world especially the animal world.
Thank you! Elly was a very special friend.;-))))
You are a Very very sweet person! Thank you for the videos! I love all animals and thank you for sharing!!
Hi Nicole. Thank you, and I'm glad you like them! Enjoy your week! :-)))
Everything in this video is magnificent, the music, the creatures and the Human.
It is so soothing and relaxing, I enjoy every bit of it.
Hi my friend! I'm glad you liked this. This is one of my favorite videos that I put together because I like the music so much....and it just "fits" with the awesome deer! :-)))
Where is this Heaven located?
When I am going to do my Cross Country travel, I want to be in the Heaven alive.
Its heartbreaking when they go. But worthwhile the time that you spend with them, because nothing is more beautiful than bonding with animals, who have nothing at stake but love, trust and a little dependence.
So true. I miss Elly every day. But I love the time I get to spend with all of them! :-)))
God bless you, sir. It takes a true, kind, and genuine soul to gain an animal's trust like that.
That was such a sweet video. I love how they became so close to you. I could see they loved you as much as you loved them. Bless you for taking care of them
Thank you, Janice! They are all very special to me. I still have many that come to visit each day, but then, I spoil them, too. :-))))))
Your like the deer whisperer. How nice that these animals come up to you. I also like their names. How you can keep them straight is beyond me.
Hi Tom! it took a long time for them to come to trust me. It took 1 1/2 years before the first one, Elly, came up to me and let me pet her. I have petted 17 different ones now. I have seen them so much that I can tell most of them apart just by their facial features. They all look very different to me. I had to name them to keep them all straight! LOL
God Bless you . God must have been very happy. God watches us always, especially when you take care of his creatures. You are a lucky guy and again God bless you for taking care of those our friends.
This is a little piece of heaven on earth, thanks for posting!
Hi my friend! I'm glad you enjoyed this! :-)))))))
What a sweet loving kind man! So sorry bout Elly 😢,I hope her babies grow too trust you just as their mother.
Hi Betty! thank you for your nice comments. I miss Elly girl. I am almost done with a new update to her triplets and will be posting it soon. :-)
Watching this is pure happiness! You are a good man!
Thank you! I am happy you liked it! :-)))))))))))))))))))))))))
Words cant describe the act of love and kindness. This is so heartwarming. Glad I stumbled upon this. Blessings sir. 😊
Hi mark! I am happy you liked this video! :-)))))
We have deer feeders and watch generations be born, live and pass. This is beautiful and you are a good man, thank you for sharing these beautiful videos and stories.
Hi Debbie! I am happy to hear you get to experience these beautiful animals where you live. I have lost some good friends over the last years due to hunters, but I have come to expect it now. I move on with the ones that continue to come up, and the videos are reminders to me of the great friendships that can be built with these shy, very private creatures. I am happy you enjoy the videos, and wish you a great week! :-)))
So sweet and special,
nature at its finest..."thank you."
Hi Jane. I'm glad you liked it! :-)))))
Thank you to be like real MAN HUMAN.World needs humans like you Full respect for you.
Thank you, Christopher. That is very kind of you to say! Enjoy your week! :-)))
Bless you for caring and loving all these beautiful creatures of nature.You make the world a finer place,thank you for your commitment and compassion.I am very sorry to read of your loss of Elly, May her triplets bring you comfort.
Thank you so much! I miss Elly every day. Two of her fawns have been coming up to eat and let me pet them. They are so small, but so adorable. I hpe the third one will come back up with them soon.:-)))))
Beauty is what we're lacking in today's world. Kindness, generosity and gentleness. Thank you flyfish. Love these deer so much and to think you get to feed, pet and love them with such tender love each day. God bless you for caring for these beautiful creature's.They in turn trust you and return affection. How simply wonderful nature is when treated with respect.
Hi Donna! So very true. It is amazing to get a wild animal to trust you enough to come up to you, or let you pet them. I love that they can see me down the road and won't run because they know it is me....or come up to me for a snack. I am glad you like the videos. Have nice week! :-))))))))))))))
@@flyfish0822 Thank you. Lovely to hear from you. God bless and continue healing nature videos. We need it.
Thank you, Donna. it takes me a long time to get enough good video footage to put something decent together with hopes it isn't boring. I wish I could teach the deer to "act on cue"! LOL .All the best to you:-))))))))))))
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Please keep up the great work that you do and thank you sir.
Hi Steven. I am glad you liked it! Thank you for the nice comments, and enjoy your weekend! :-)))
I have had to see this video three times. And I have 57 years. Congratulations
It is one of my favorite videos of my deer friends, even though the ending is sad. Elly was quite the special friend to me, and it gives me a chance to remember her and how trusting she was with me. :-)))))
Beautiful video. Was crying at the end with your update about Elly. Thank you for loving them all.
I feel blessed each time they come up to visit me :-)
When love is real and honest! I thank The Lord for human beings like you!
I am just a simple person with some very amazing friends! :-)))))))))
So sad about Elly, I hope you can feed her fawns.
Your videos are beautiful, I love the relationship you’ve made with all the animals st your home.
Thank you, Cyndi. I miss Elly girl. She was the first to walk up and let me pet her after 1 1/2 years of feeding quite a few deer. I have only seen two of her triplets yesterday and today. Tonight, I was within 3 feet of the smallest one with a bottle of formula and it was just to shy to take those last few steps. I hope they learn to trust me enough to get them some livestock milk so they grow up big and strong. :-)))
That is very sweet the way you are with those deer....but actually you are getting them use to humans--so they have less fear--and they are !!!! Easier to kill. Just---plain old common sense. saying.
Hi Johnny. I would have thought the same thing when I began all this. What I found out amazed me. They don't trust me as a human. The trust me as some kind of nice animal to them. If anyone else come close to my yard, they run! If I am not by myself, they won't come up. I am the only thing they come up to...besides the turkeys. They know me by sight, but mostly from my voice because I talk to them the whole time I am with them. It is a very strange relationship.....respect and trust from both of us. It gives me a chance to see a very gentle side of them, and to be a part of their daily life......even if it is just 5 or 10 minutes at a time. :-)
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Very touching video. The only observation is that these beautiful creatures get used to your human touch and later they couldn't make a difference between you and a fucking imbecile that will profit and do them harm. Meanwhile, please keep on giving love and tender care to these beautiful creatures. You are my hero..!!
You are a Great Man full with kindness and compassion . Bless you for loving these beautiful Deer .
I am just a simple person with some Great deer firieds! ;-))))))
Oh I'm so relieved to hear that. I watch your channel often and have prayed for the triplets often. What's happening between you and your growing deer family is Truely special. You must be as well to gain their trust.
Beautiful relationship with these beautiful creatures.You are a caring and loving person.What a wonderful world it would be if more folks loved and respected nature this way.Thankyou for sharing!
Very true words, Dale. This world would be a totally different place. thank you for your kind comments, and enjoy your week! :-)))
5th time watching,and the 5th time very impressed, my deer friend. What you have is special and more humans should reach out,I do God bless you,
Hi Paul. I am happy you like the videos! :-)))))))))))
Animals are just so wonderful & sweet and this man is so lucky that he is trusted by them & they enjoy each other's company a lot.
Good for you Mr. Mark.
You are blessed.
Thank you, Reza!!!
Oh no, Elly. How old was she? She knew you loved her.
I get overwhelmed with with peace and joy when I watch your videos. I've had about twenty encounters with deer, sometimes in city areas. I remember every single one both close up and at a distance.
Thank you for these videos during these stressful times.
Hi Sonja. I am not sure how old Elly was, but I knew her for about 4 years and went through 4 sets of fawns with her. She was always very sweet when she came up to me. I am happy that my videos give you such peace and joy when you watch them. They so the same for me. I worked on a new video for a long time today, but am just part of the way done with it. it might take me another couple days to finish it. I think you will like it, too. ;-) Have a nice evening!
Thank you for showing the rest of the world how people should live.
Deer are my power animals. Always feed when I go to the park.. They come to the sounds of shaking my corn bag..poor Ellie.
Hi Republic. That is so cool. They come when I shake the corn in the coffee container :-))) Yes, I miss my Elly girl. She was very special.
How sad that Elly passed away, but your love for animals is a very rare quality in humans. Thank you.
Hi my friend. yes, it was very hard losing Elly. It was much harder for her little triplets that she left behind. Two of them come visit me almost every day now ( more recent videos). I love when they stop by, and little Elly Mae looks so much like her momma Elly! :-)))
A safe place! He brings so much joy to this world thank you for for being an example of what all should be. 👣🐾🌎
P.S. I got teary-eyed when I read about the loss of your friend Elly girl. She knows that her fawns will always be safe in your gentle care. My deepest condolences to you and her Fawns.😟
Thank you for your kind words, Amy! Elly was a special friend who I miss each day. I hope her fawns will come see me each day. ;-)
I am so sorry for your loss. I know how it feels. But you are doing a wonderful thing honoring her memory by taking care of her fawns. God bless you, sir.
Hi CW. Yes, it was very difficult losing Elly. It was even harder watching her triplets struggling to survive. Thank goodness, two of them are still around and come to visit me almost every day! :-)))
Videos like this show the power of God in creation. When God gave man domain over animals and the beast of the fields, not to dominate them, but to love and care for them unconditionally!
So true!
I just cannot believe that in the 20th Century, let alone the 21st, weak people still seem to honestly feel the need to have a religion and believe in the story that the is such a thing as a god! Religion was invented to “explain” (in the absence of science) the unknown and keep people in their place. It is shocking that America is still so religious compared to secular Europe!
The bible tells us to eat them
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@@AlexEssex8 And that is exactly why Europe is going down the toilet. If you choose not to believe in God that's your business but stop trying to lead other people astray.
Thank you for being a defender of wildlife. . . . . . . . .a blessing !!!
Thank you for your kind comments! :-)))
Maked me cry when I started to watch, is that nice to see you, how you care and love all the wonderful animals there!!! ❤ You are amazing man, wish I know you ❤ I'm so sorry about Elly... My heart crys out.... Hope the little ones get close to you, like there mommy, so you can feed them with baby formula ❤ Wish them the best!!! ❤
Hi! Yes, they are quite special to me. I have a lot of fun with them each day! :-)))))
Earthly Paradise exists, this man is an angel.
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the animals know who they can trust
Thank you very much for all the good you do to them
to these beautiful animals😘🤗🙏🏻
Thank you, again, Kasandra, for such nice comments! I am not the angel...….I think these little ones are the angels sent to us to enjoy. :-)))))
@@flyfish0822 They are angels, very special beings, your benefactor and protector, your wings are not seen but if your goodness, for me you are another angel thank you very much
A happy garden owner!
Bonds with God's creatures are very special and show a love like no other. How can you watch a video for six and a half minutes and be crying at the end. You are a very special person. God bless you!
Thank you, Steve. I never knew what would transpire when I started this. I am amazed each day that they come to see me. Yes, losing Elly was very tough and very unexpected. It was hard for me to make the last segment of that video. But now when I watch it, I realize how much joy she brought to me over the past 3-4 years. And it was her trust in me that the other deer saw, so they got brave and came up to me, also. I get to see a side of the deer that most people never will, and I am so thankful for that! Blessings, my friend! :-)))
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@@flyfish0822 I Felt Your Every Word Flyfish with Tears ,Thank You.♥
I have an orphaned fawn I'm bottle feeding this year, it helped me to call to him like a doe calling for her fawn to get him to come to me and eat, seems to settle his nerves and put him more at ease..
I step out with a bottle and call and he comes out of the woods near the house for a bottle and a little grain and such, and usually some apple for dessert. Then he hangs around and licks my arms for a while while I use my hand as a tongue to groom him like a mom would do, then back to the woods where he stays.. I also walked him around nibbling at plants with my hand like a mother would do to show him what plants to eat.. I'll wean him in another couple of months.
Of course now if I'm late with the bottle he'll be right outside at the front door waiting for me. Otherwise a few doe bleats and he comes a runnin from the woods.. I have 11 acres fenced with goat fence, so he's safe in my woods till he gets old enough to jump the fence and leave on his own.
My place is full of the same wildlife, deer wild turkey and such in the yard.. I also ended up with an orphaned racoon last week, don't know what exactly to do with it yet. I think he'll have to go to a wildlife rehab this week.
That is so awesome! You are doing a wonderful thing! These triplets were so scared after losing Elly, and so difficult to even get close to them. Two of them have learned that they love apple pieces. I do the same when I pet them.....try to mimic the mom cleaning or grooming them. The one almost falls into a trance when I do it cuz it likes it so much. They had gone so long without nursing from their mom that they had little interest in a bottle, and I didn't want to grab them and force it on them so they would not lose trust in me. There are woods behind me and across the road from me, and an 11 acre field next to me. They never seem to stay in the same place and can be hard to find at times. Other times, they will see me and walk right up to me (two of them). The third one is the biggest and very nervous about getting close to me. I am hoping that when they get big enough for corn, all 3 will come up each day.
Love your story~!
Yeah this little one didn't show any interest in the bottle either for a few days, but he demands it now.. I ended up using a regular baby bottle as he didn't like the one made for animals. I would never be able to find him in the woods, but a few doe bleats always gets him to run to me. I started out just bleating softly when I gave him food until he learned my voice, copying calls I found on the internet of does bleating for their kids.. I still bleat softly to him while he's drinking from the bottle, make alert noises when cars go by on the road out front or other things he needs to be alarmed at.
They should be able to survive without milk by now but they do need that extra fuel for growth the milk gives them till about October. And fortunately he only trusts me so far and doesn't trust any other humans.. At least so far. My next challenge is to try to teach it to avoid hunters if I can..
The deer here have fawns inside my fence every year, it's kinda like a deer nursery. The fawns can't get through the fence or jump it so they stay inside the fence while mom hops the fence to go out browsing, and they just hang out in my pasture until mom comes back at dusk. usually about October the fawns realize they can jump the 4' fence and leave.I'm guessing this little buck might not leave until his first rut.
I almost forgot, I did make a little video of him.. He was pretty beat up, but most of it has filled in, he'll only have a couple of scars left on his head.. So I named him Scar. th-cam.com/video/_lZrivIe_oQ/w-d-xo.html
Hi TX.....what a cool name....SCAR! I don't do facebook and don't have an account, but wish I could see it. Is there any way you would be able to post it to youtube?
I couldn't figure out why a couple of the triplets did not seem hungry to eat apple piece the last couple days. One turned it's nose up again this morning. They don't like this kind of apples I bought a few days ago. LOL I guess I will be making a trip to the store this morning :-)))))
That is just incredible. I wish I could do a fence area to keep the little ones safe, but they seem to be doing okay wandering. They are just so small....no milk since 3 weeks old.. and they are 9 weeks now. Not sure if they would even consider milk now. I wish I could get these 3 to bottle feed. I try using the doe calls too, but guess I better look them up on the internet to get better at them. I always talk to all my deer when they are here. I want them to learn my voice, I can see some of them down the road and call them and they will come down to my house. Oh yes....The young bucks will be leaving soon. They come to see me for a little over a year, let me pet and feed them....very comfortable. When summer hits, they start getting more nervous. Levi and Buster are shying away from me now when I pet them. Levi is just ready to branch into 6 points.....Buster 4 points, Byron's spikes never got more than an inch long for some reason. Come late October/November, they will disappear, only to show up on the outskirts of my yard from time to time and too nervous to come back up to me. The girls, on the other hand, love coming up all year. :-)))
Love your story. Scar is very lucky to have you there.
He’s living my dream!!! so lovely god bless you for your kindness to those beautiful animals
Thank you, my friend! I am happy you enjoyed this! Have a great week! :-))))
Sorry Elly has passed. Hope her triplets are doing well.
Hi Michael. Thank you. Elly was very special. You can see her triplets in Episode 15. I have been working with them every chance I get. I will have a new video out soon with an update on the babies;-)))
I am sorry that Elly passed away. Hope her triplets are doing well
I am so sorry that Elly passed away. Was she not feeling well for sometime? Did she have some kind of a disease? Hope her triplets are doing well
Or was it a difficult birth?
I just love u mister. Im sitting here crying the she passed n know u mustve too. Please keep making more viddeos. I love them and live for them. In a world full of ugluness this is my solitude. God bless you always.....
Hi Robin! Yes, it was tough losing such a good friend as Elly. She was so good to me and so trusting that I had to do anything I could to help her triplets in any way I could. Little Birdie still comes to see me a few times a week, thank goodness. I try to do a new video every two months or so, depending on how many random videos I can shoot during that time. I need to get a few more taken before I start a new video......but I will soon. Enjoy your week! :-)))
One of the best videos on TH-cam..💖💖
Thank you, Elleni! :-)))))
@@flyfish0822 ...i absolutely love that ur feeding all these different animals...i love, love, love animals...i live in a city the best i can get is feeding a squirrel that always comes everyday, n the little birds with peanuts... make more videos... there so amazing...💖💖👍👍
Hi Elleni. I grew up in the city for most of my life. This is still quite new to me, even though I have been doing it for around 4 years now (time flies!) . Be proud of your squirrel and little birds. I know they appreciate you very much! I try to do a new video every 2-3 months. I did some extra ones with the orphans this last year. We'll see what this year brings. ;-)
@@flyfish0822 .... one of my favorite videos on TH-cam...i could watch people like u feed animals all day long...💖💖😄😄🤗🤗...its amazing...ur such a sweetheart...😄😄
Now, I am blushing. LOL :-)))))))))))
OMG elly RIP. sooooooooooo emotional. You are a best mother.
It was hard losing Elly. She was such a very good friend. ;*-(
Is 11:6 “The wolf also shall dwell with the lamb, and the leopard shall lie down with the kid; and the calf and the young lion and the fatling together; and a little child shall lead them.” There is coming a day when all of Gods nature will be at peace. When sin is no longer here.
Hi Todd. Very true. What a beautiful place it shall be. :-))))
OH MY! This is the first time I've ever read this. And it wows me because ever since I've had a spiritual awakening my thought process naturally shifted to this exact ideology. So now that I see this it amazes it tells me I'm doing the right thing..
only one God not Gods maybe God's people
And my heart aches for that day to come... praise be to God Almighty.
read exodus 21
Sir"you have an amazing soul .thank you for being there friend. Bless you and your animal friends.
Thank you, Darren! I feel blessed each day that these wonderful animals trust me enough to come and visit......and get a nice snack! :-))))
Very well done. You Sir are in the top .00001 percent of humans. Maybe you are an angel from Heaven on Earth.
Hi Kenny. I am happy you liked this! The angels are the little fawns and the mommas that take such good care of them. I am just lucky enough to spend a few minutes each day with them. :-)))
I can tell you have a very kindness heart and love animal. God bless you and your family.
That is very kind of you to say! Thank you!
They are so beautiful and so are you along with all the other wildlife that you're keeping those turkeys look great it's nice to see wild ones happy and safe..
Sooooo wonderful & peaceful !
Hi LaNeita! I'm glad you liked it! Have a great week! :-)))
Very sad! You are the best man! Thanks so much for giving the love to those animals! God bless you!
Hi Mei Lin Pang! Thank you for your nice comments! Blessings to you and yours! :-)))
Thank you so much for sharing this very touching story. You are to be commended for loving and caring for these animals.
So sad to hear that Elly passed, but that her memory will be perpetuated by the fawns that she birthed. I hope that you've also gained their trust and they appreciate what you are doing.
Hi my friend! yes, it was very hard losing such a good friend, Elly. You can see her fawns in my more recent videos. Birdie and Elly Mae come to visit me almost every day now! :-)))
I never tire of watching these. It brings such peace. Bringing healing energy too. Praying God bless you and your wife (supposing vediographor) the best ever life there in your perfect piece of paradise.
Hi Cathy! I am glad you enjoy these! I take all the videos, either walking with the camera or setting it on the tripod on the ground (no wife since 11 years ago), so I never really know what I will capture in a video. By the way...did you have your surgery? Is you broken leg getting healed up? Hope you are doing well:-)))
@@flyfish0822 Why yes! You remembered. ;-) Surgery went well. Having a little set back, but not to worry I'm tough and will be back to work (NICU nurse) hopefully mid- June. I lost my husband of 34years nearly 7 years ago. I'm astounded you can capture these videos all by yourself! You could teach classes! God bless you then good man.
Hi Cathy. I am glad to hear your surgery went well! Since I don't know how you broke your leg to smitherines, I will have to take a guess. Ummmmm…..let's see......you were flying off the top of a cliff in a wing suit....cleared all the trees....cleared the river...….but caught your leg in a craggly rock formation on landing. You formed splints from oak branches, secured them to your smtihered leg with the straps you chewed off the wing suit, and walked 3 miles to the nearest highway to catch a ride to the hospital. Am I close?
Oh wow.....they would laugh at me if I tried teaching a video taking class. When I get ready to make a new youtube video, I probably have around 100-200 random videos in my folder (after discarding 300-400 that were not very good), then only use 20-50 of them in a new video. I should be the one taking a class!
Oh my.....I am so sorry for the loss of your husband. :-( God always has a plan for our lives, even if we don't understand it at times. Cherish those 34 years of wonderful memories always. :-)
@@flyfish0822 HA!! That's exactly what happened!!! How on Earth did you know?? I must say. Enjoying this little back and forth. LOVE your imagination and sense of humor. Almost as funny as me! I broke my leg not my sense of humor. I actually had people laughing in the ER, while trying to stave off the effects of mild shock. I really wish I had a cool story, nobody believed my trying to jump 13 buses on my motorcycle but missed my trajectory story. *sigh* It's hard to be cool at this age when you tell the truth, walking with head turned around talking to daughter in law behind me and my stylish wedge caught a sneaky sprinkler which sent me catapulting (very ungracefully) over a curb and onto the parking lot below. When I saw my foot was on backwards.... well I may have said a few chosen words that I'd worked so diligently to get my sweet DIL to stop using in her youth! Lol!! Probably never live that down. God is so good. I have nothing to complain about. Wonderful kids looking in on me and Bailey (my rescue German Shepard) old friends and a sweet you tube new friend. Who knew what could come of this silly old woman's accident! GBY flyfish!
LOL! Wait......almost as funny as you? Geesh….I was going for the title.....and must admit defeat...….this time. I have to admit, that whole story is hilarious! (despite the broken leg!) Thirteen buses and a missed trajectory is a pretty good story. I would stick to it if I was you. :-))) When I read what actually happened, and since I am a guy with little knowledge of stylish wedges or what they are, I thought you meant "wedgie"....and a stylish one on top of that! LOL!!! I had to try to put a stylish wedgie and a sneaky sprinkler together....just didn't compute. Then it hit me.....a high heel like thing! You poor thing! I cannot imagine looking down and seeing that.....ouch and OMG! I can only imagine what came out of your mouth in front of your DIL...…..ha ha ha ha ha! I'm sure she understood......and will have a great tidbit to bring up at family gatherings.)))) My mom is almost 90, very sweet, a devoted Christian woman....and a HUGE baseball fan. I was at her house one day and a game was on. The ump made a terrible call and my mom cut loose like a crusty pirate who hadn't seen land in years! I haven't forgotten it. Neither will your daughter in law. LOLZZZZZZZZZZZZZ )))))))))))))))
I am hoping you are taking it easy on the sofa with Bailey laying next to you and protecting you. Wishing you the best on your healing process! :-))))))))))))))))))))
this is so wonderful, living in this environment... you are probably a very happy man.
Hi my friend! I do love when they come to visit me! They are a very special group. :-)))
@@flyfish0822 indeed they are... :)
Today is my birthday February 14 valentines day and iam 71 yrs old today. I just came across this on u tube and had to watch it. wow what a beautiful video ,and that music is god sent. 71 yrs old today and iam sitting here with tears running down my cheek. sir god has blessed you very much, I can feel it in the video and the music , I just wanted to say thank you for that,and god bless you for touching my heart and sharing this with others GOD will surely bless you. thanks very much
Hi Clyde! I am so happy you enjoyed this and that it touched you in some way. Wishing you a wonderful 71st birthday today, and a happy Valentine's Day also! ~Fly:-)))
Fly sir may I ask where that beautiful music you used with the videos came from,i would love to have it thanks and thanks for the birthday wish and reply. God Bless and have a very wonderful valentines day there.
@@clydehousewright3042 Hi my friend! I try to always post the music selections under each of my videos in the video description. This is the music I used in this particular video:
Music:
"Main Title" (From My Dog Skip) William Ross
"Will Grows Up" (From My Dog Skip) William Ross
"The Deer" (From My Dog Skip) William Ross
Enjoy your weekend! :-)))
What a wonderful show of human compassion, we continue to disturb their homes, but with good people and a bit of care and concern we can change their lives in a positive way and they can know that we can share not kill and fight, know if people could learn the things this man did for those strangers imagine how this world could be, but until then I will continue to love nature and wildlife sometimes more than I love my fellow human beings
Hi Harvey! It took a long time to get to this point, but I m grateful every day that they have come to trust me this way, and allow me to spend a few minutes each day in their very private lives. Yes, the world would be such a good place. So very true! :-)))
Wonderful video more people like you are needed in the world.
Thank you, Bo! That is very kind of you. Have a wonderful weekend! :-))))
@@flyfish0822 thanks you too.
What a good person. You know what is what is the most important in the live. Congratulations my friend.
Hi Jose! I feel blessed that they have come to trust me this way. :-)))
Elly lived a good life. Had six babies. Lots of love. RIP.
Hi David! Actually, in the years I knew Elly, she had 9 fawns. First was Fritz, then Rocky and Adrian, then Emma, Isaac, and Jacob, then Eli, Wrigley, and Birdie. Not sure how many she had before I met her. :-)))))))))))
So sad...Thank you for taking care of her babies!! God Bless
Hi Cindy. Elly's little fawns were close by here last week, and a couple of them would come up 2-3 times a day to eat apple pieces. Now, they have scattered again. I found one down the road yesterday and this morning, but it did not eat very much. I hope to get all 3 of them on a schedule at my house so they can get bigger like the other fawns. :-) I posted a new video last night, and should have a new video on Elly's fawns posted later this week. Enjoy your day! :-)
Thank you for posting your beautiful videos they mean a lot to me and help me a lot. I am very sorry about Ellie.
Hi Guy. That is so great to hear! I'm glad you enjoy the videos. I still miss Elly every day. Stay strong, and enjoy your week! :-)))))
Oh, I am so very sorry about Elly. It is so hard to be an animal lover. So many thanks for what you are doing for your animal friends.
Hi Michelle! Yes, it was very hard to lose Elly. She was the first one that walked up to me and let me pet her....after 1 1/2 years of feeding her. Two of her triplets, Birdie and Elly Mae, come to see me almost every day now (more recent video). I am always thrilled to see them! Have a great week! :-)))
This is sooo relaxing hearing the music and seeing the deer, green grass, and tree. Feel like heaven to me ;)
I'm glad you liked it, Danny! New video coming out soon with updates;-)
Beautiful touching video. What a wonderful life you have created for yourself and all your critters. Bless you!
Hi Sue! I am very fortunate that these wonderful animals have to come trust me enough to let me share a few moments of their private lives each day. I am glad you enjoyed the video! I try to make a new one every month or two. Enjoy your week! :-)))