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Grandma Knelt by the Pond to Feed the Ducks. One Orange Guest Joined In.

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String lights twinkle in the trees and a lantern glows overhead as dusk settles over the garden pond. Grandma Hazel kneels on the stone edge in a navy quilted vest and linen dress, her silver hair woven into a thick braid. She holds out a handful of grain, letting some trickle onto the rocks, and her smile is wide and easy. A few mallards paddle closer in the dark water. Beside her, Marmalade sits upright, fluffy orange coat glowing in the lamplight, staring intently at the falling seeds rather than the ducks. Orange marigolds bloom along the path behind them.

Feeding ducks is a beloved pastime, and what you feed them matters. Bread offers little nutrition and leftover soggy bread can foul the water, so many wildlife experts suggest small amounts of birdseed, oats, cracked corn or chopped greens instead. Check local rules, as some parks discourage feeding wildlife altogether. Cats and waterfowl should be supervised together, since a sudden lunge can stress or injure birds, and a startled duck can peck back. Keeping a cat calm and close, or on a harness, makes these outings safer for everyone.

Evenings by the water are restful and gently social, a lovely way for anyone to close the day. Having a cat along adds an unexpected touch of company.

Marmalade seems to believe the grain is meant for him. The ducks, wisely, are keeping a polite distance.

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