Not a one of us has had a second of regret for adopting Fergus and Nigel in April.
In fact, Don and I have had repeated conversations about how thankful we are that one became two.
And, while some things never change… like Bernard chewing or sucking on everything he can get into his mouth…
…Don couldn’t help but notice a change in Ellsworth after Fergus and Nigel’s arrival. Understandably, Ellsworth was often quite focused on his place in the hierarchy and not on us. Therefore, Don felt he had lost his buddy.
Until yesterday.
Don got his buddy back.
Hallelujah and amen.
Everything just takes a little time to work itself out.
Did I say Hallelujah? Let me say it again.
Morning Bray Farm 
June 28, 2010 at 5:27 am
So, so lucky. I would so love to give a hug to your pets. They are so wondeful and it brightens my day to read about them. Fl. Fan
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June 28, 2010 at 5:27 am
Real men wear pink hats and allow them themselves to be photographed with a donkey. Great shots.
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June 28, 2010 at 5:58 am
Love this and how attached Ellsworth is to him. Animals in so many ways act like children. They don’t always like changes. Good things take time and I know you know this too.
These photos almost made me cry.
Di
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June 28, 2010 at 6:10 am
Awwwww!
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June 28, 2010 at 6:33 am
Yay!
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June 28, 2010 at 7:11 am
Oh that is so sweet. He just needs some quality “me” time with his Papa. Aren’t donkeys the best huggers?
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June 28, 2010 at 7:12 am
Ok, you know my heart is always towards Ellsworth and it was singing by the time I got to that last shot! I’m shouting in the streets w/ya – Hallelujah, Hallelujah! (I was raised Pentecostal so I threw in a couple of Praise the Lord’s!)
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June 29, 2010 at 9:43 am
I’m looking at this post again, I love it! Why do donkeys lay their heads on one another? Love,Love,Love that he’s laying his on Don’s!
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June 28, 2010 at 7:45 am
Goodness, this brought tears to my eyes and how HAPPY I am for you all especially for Don to have Ellsworth reconnected to his papa!
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June 28, 2010 at 7:58 am
Awwwww, sniff sniff. AAwwwwwwwww.
What great pictures.
Ellsworth is much “redder” in the shade. Would he be considered a roan color?
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June 28, 2010 at 8:04 am
There’s nothing better than donkey hugs. I love these photos!
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June 28, 2010 at 8:28 am
That is so darn sweet! I know Mr. Fry considers Jaz to be his special bud and gets his feelings hurt if Jaz isn’t feeling sociable.
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June 28, 2010 at 8:44 am
Awww…this is fantastic. And how happy it must have made your husband!! They look like they have been friends forever. 🙂
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June 28, 2010 at 8:48 am
Good for Ellsworth and Don! He’s baaaack!
What great pictures.
You made me smile. 🙂
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June 28, 2010 at 9:00 am
Ellesworth is a special fellow, I saw that right away. I love his gentle nature and sweet disposition. Have I mentioned that I have quite the crush on him…? *smile*
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June 28, 2010 at 9:01 am
How amazing. I had no idea that he was suffering with two new siblings in the mix. I’m so glad he decided to trust y’all and give hugs again. 🙂
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June 28, 2010 at 10:57 am
Made my eyes well up with happy tears.
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June 28, 2010 at 12:51 pm
No need to worry Ellsworth, there is enough love for all !
I love this set of pictures.
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June 28, 2010 at 1:13 pm
Awwwwwwww.
Tears in eyes.
What a sweet friendship.
So glad. 🙂
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June 28, 2010 at 2:58 pm
That last shot is so representative of what our experience with our miniature donkeys has been – they are so loving and so generous with their affection. There is nothing else quite like a donkey hug. So glad Ellsworth has gotten back to his buddy.
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June 28, 2010 at 3:17 pm
I’ll echo somebody else: awwwww. I’m glad Ellsworth is feeling a little more secure in his world. I have to say that must be quite an experience to have donkey all over one’s head 🙂 We certainly know the sensation of nibbling four-legged critters, because if you stand still in the barn for too long at our place, your sure to have a couple or so goats chewing on body parts or items of clothing! Many scritches to Ellsworth and the boys. Ken and Mary of Fancyfibers Farm
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June 28, 2010 at 3:40 pm
I seriously almost started crying for real. The tears that did come to my eyes don’t count as real crying. That is so sweet! And I’m certain that if I go back and re-read Critterfarm and then this back to back……I’ll have to grab the box of tissues. I love happy endings especially in this mixed up world!
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June 28, 2010 at 6:04 pm
Sniff. Not sure who is more grateful to have the other but count me in as a reader moved by this post.
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June 28, 2010 at 8:36 pm
Yep, this is it. My happy stop of the day!
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June 30, 2010 at 9:10 am
yeah, what Carson said!!!
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