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Thursday, 22 February 2024

Goodness, I'm sure these two visitors were a surprise for many!

Imagine, if you will, whilst attending your hospital appointment you came across these two unusual visitors! They would certainly have bought a smile to my face and a definite aww that's sweet moment.

How about you?

"Ducks found waddling round Royal Bournemouth Hospital

The ducks even stuck to the hospital's single file rule along the corridor

Hospital staff found a pair of rather unexpected, feathered intruders waddling around the corridors.

The quacking pair were discovered exploring Royal Bournemouth Hospital where they made a visit to the hospital's thoracic team.

The hospital said the inquisitive ducks tried to "wing" reading directions to find their way out of the building but needed a little help.

They were ushered out and led safely back to a lake in the grounds.

The pair were ushered out after popping in to visit the hospital's thoracic team

The hospital said: "We are very lucky to have a gorgeous lake that is a great solace for patients, visitors and staff.

"Part of its attraction is our resident wildlife, including many beautiful and inquisitive ducks.... Sometimes they can be a little too inquisitive.

"Fortunately one of our incredible porters - who are always on hand for any event - was able to escort them from the premises.""
Words and pictures from article here

Have you seen the post about 'Penguin and Squid - Two Close Friends' read it here

All the best Jan

33 comments:

Tom said...

...therapy ducks?

Sandi said...

Ha ha...sweet! Glad they were not hurt.

Salty Pumpkin Studio said...

That is so cute!

Christine said...

That's unreal!

Lorrie said...

That would be a cheerful sight in a hospital.

Iris Flavia said...

Oh, such a cute couple!!!
I once read a "scientific" book, "If the Lion could Think".
The stupid author really assumed animals cannot think.
What are we but also in the same family?
Those two even stuck to the rules on their little adventure :-)

Bleubeard and Elizabeth said...

I found this quite enjoyable. So glad there are ducks and other wildlife for the patients. Thanks for an uplifting tale, Jan.

DrumMajor said...

Hope they don't waddle toward the hospital's cafeteria! Linda in Kansas

Margaret D said...

Oh my, just how sweet and cute is that!

jabblog said...

That must have brought a smile to many a face:-)

roentare said...

Cute to see these two waddling ducks

Donna said...

How fun!! Lots of smiles!
hugs
Donna

eileeninmd said...

Hello,
That is funny, maybe they were coming to visit a sick friend.
Take care, have a great day!

Mari said...

How cute is that! I bet they did bring smiles to people there.

Pam said...

Just another way that critters relate to humans. So glad that staff lead them out and did not chase. That is a cute story

Valerie-Jael said...

Too funny! Hugs, Valerie

DVArtist said...

Ohhh that is a sight for sure. Have a nice day today.

Jenn Jilks said...

I love it!

Carla from The River said...

Oh my.... I love it.
Thank you for sharing.
Carla

Luiz Gomes said...

Boa noite e boa quinta-feira. Patos passeando. Obrigado por dividir conosco.

My name is Erika. said...

I bet they were surprised with these 2 visitors. Thanks for the fun post.

J.P. Alexander said...

Uy que tiernos. Me alegra que no les hicieron daño. Te mando un beso.

Mary Kirkland said...

That's hilarious and cute.

HappyK said...

That is so funny and cute too. :)

Victor S E Moubarak said...

Quacks.

God bless, Jan.

Jeanie said...

I loved the phrasing, "Escort them from the building." Hmmm. I wonder how they did that! This is great.

Conniecrafter said...

That would be a sight for sure wouldn't it seeing them walking around. We have a pond outside our hospital too, I wonder if they ever have had that happen :)
Have a great weekend!

Granny Marigold said...

What a surprise for the staff!!

Lady Caer Morganna said...

That is too funny - and very cute!!!

carol l mckenna said...

That would be quite the surprise ~ lol


Wishing you good health, laughter and love in your days,
A ShutterBug Explores,
aka (A Creative Harbor)

Snowbird said...

Oh, this has me smiling! What a lovely story.xxx

Teresa said...

Me encantó verlos. Besos.

William Kendall said...

Very cute. You wonder what they think of it