Cotton The Owl Says Good Day

@CarolDM (203422)
Nashville, Tennessee
May 29, 2022 11:44am CST
Visited the local state park early this morning. There was a peach truck and other fresh fruits and vegetables. Tried to get there before the crowd showed up. Managed to get plenty of fruits. And fresh veggies to enjoy. Tomatoes will come later in July. Also visited Cotton, the rescued owl. She is being taken care of by the park rangers. I always visit when I can. And I touch her soft feathers through the cage. Such a beautiful owl. Sunshine day and nice to be back home now. Hope you enjoy yours. Photo is mine.
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@dodo19 (47317)
• Beaconsfield, Quebec
29 May 22
Glad that you were able to get out of the house and have a good time.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
29 May 22
It was a nice ride. Many cars were coming in for the pool, cookouts and family reunions.
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@arunima25 (87806)
• Bangalore, India
29 May 22
She is indeed a beautiful owl. I am happy to know that she lets you touch her feathers through the cage. I always have an impression that owls are not the warm and friendly kinds. And they would attack if we try to pet them.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
29 May 22
She is very lovely. She would protect her space for sure.
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@arunima25 (87806)
• Bangalore, India
30 May 22
@CarolDM Good to know. I have seen owls from a distance only be it in nature or in the zoo. Never experienced going close to them or touching them. They look like mighty birds just like eagles and vultures. I don't feel comfortable trying to get close to them
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
30 May 22
@arunima25 There was a wire cage between us. I have held her with the ranger's leather gloves before.
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@marguicha (223076)
• Chile
29 May 22
I see it was a wonderful day. Will the owl be set free some day?
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
29 May 22
No, she will never be set free according to the rangers. Permanent nerve damage to her wings.
@lovebuglena (44544)
• Staten Island, New York
29 May 22
Stuff from the farm is so much better than what they sell in stores. I wish I had a farm stand near me. Such a beautiful bird.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
29 May 22
She is a beautiful owl for sure. The farmer's market will be each weekend for awhile now.
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@RubyHawk (99405)
• Atlanta, Georgia
29 May 22
I love visiting the park though I don’t get there often. Glad you had a good day.
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@RubyHawk (99405)
• Atlanta, Georgia
29 May 22
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
29 May 22
Thanks.
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@Kandae11 (55035)
29 May 22
I agree, she is indeed a beautiful owl. Lots of rain today and yesterday.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
29 May 22
Thanks I enjoy her.
@kaylachan (69800)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
29 May 22
She seems like a nice owl and it's nice to hear she's doing well.
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@kaylachan (69800)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
30 May 22
@CarolDM She sounds like a good happy owl.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
29 May 22
I love visiting her.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
30 May 22
@kaylachan She has lived her entire life at the park. Rescued as a baby.
@jstory07 (139741)
• Roseburg, Oregon
29 May 22
What a beautiful owl. There is no owl in our zoo.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
29 May 22
She is stunning. Too bad you don't have them at your zoo.
@1creekgirl (41442)
• United States
29 May 22
She's such a sweetheart. I know you enjoy your visit with her.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
29 May 22
Yes I did. I spent several minutes with her. Taking to her. So sweet to be around. She just stares right thorough me with her eyes.
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@1creekgirl (41442)
• United States
29 May 22
@CarolDM Nathan's mama loved owls and they always remind me of her.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
29 May 22
@1creekgirl Dustin loved all animals. He wanted to be a vet.
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@Hannihar (130218)
• Israel
30 May 22
@CarolDM Thank you for sharing your visits with Cotton. I am sure Cotton enjoys when you come to visit.
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@Hannihar (130218)
• Israel
30 May 22
@CarolDM ok and thanks for sharing.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
30 May 22
You are very welcome. A pleasure to share.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
30 May 22
@Hannihar You are welcome.
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@LindaOHio (178781)
• United States
30 May 22
I always enjoy seeing a picture of Cotton. I wish I could feel her feathers.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
30 May 22
She is very soft, like a down comforter.
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@LindaOHio (178781)
• United States
31 May 22
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@oahuwriter (26777)
• United States
30 May 22
Cotton lets petting, wow, I've never touched an owl! Nice. Glad you got some fresh veggies and fruit! I feel lazy today, staying in.
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@oahuwriter (26777)
• United States
30 May 22
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
30 May 22
I could only touch her feathers through her cage for a minute. So nice. Thanks. Enjoy your evening.
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@Nakitakona (56486)
• Philippines
30 May 22
Why is she named cotton? Do her feathers feel soft as a cotton?
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
30 May 22
@Nakitakona Exactly. The rangers were there to rescue her.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
30 May 22
The park rangers named her as she was found in the snow, as a baby.
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@Nakitakona (56486)
• Philippines
30 May 22
@CarolDM She"s wrapped with cotton-like snow. That's how she got her name.
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@sharonelton (28882)
• Lichfield, England
30 May 22
I'm glad you managed to get all your fruits and vegetables. You're right, she is a beautiful owl.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
30 May 22
Thanks, me too.
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@sharonelton (28882)
• Lichfield, England
31 May 22
@CarolDM You're welcome. Have a great day.
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@GardenGerty (160675)
• United States
30 May 22
Fresh fruits and veggies sound wonderful.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
30 May 22
Yes they are so good.
@snowy22315 (180796)
• United States
29 May 22
That is very nice. I wonder if she recognizes you?
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
29 May 22
I doubt it. I am sure she sees hundreds of faces all the time. There are also campers close to her that probably visit. But who knows for sure. Would be nice.
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@sjvg1976 (41281)
• Delhi, India
30 May 22
Owls look beautiful. But they are rarely visible here in the city.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
30 May 22
He is in a park and taken care of by rangers.
@LeaPea2417 (37355)
• Toccoa, Georgia
30 May 22
That's a beautiful owl.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
30 May 22
She is a beautiful owl indeed.
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@RasmaSandra (79893)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
30 May 22
There's that adorable owl. Glad you got your veggies and fruit. I hope you have a good beginnng to the new week.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
30 May 22
Yes, Cotton says hello. She is looking as pretty as ever today. Thanks, all is well and I hope the same for you.
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@JudyEv (340124)
• Rockingham, Australia
30 May 22
We are going shopping soon but there won't be any lovely owls to stroke.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
30 May 22
Enjoy your day just the same.
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