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The Ducks Came Paddling Over for Grandma's Seed. Frost Was Already Waiting.

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A little stream of seed trickles from Grandma Edie's fingers into the dark pond water, and the ducks are gathering fast. A handsome green-headed drake and several speckled brown hens paddle close, dipping their bills for every grain. Edie sits on the mossy stone edge in a soft grey cardigan, beaming at her feathered visitors. Beside her, Frost perches politely on the ledge, eyes narrowed and fixed on the closest duck. He is utterly still, though the slight lean of his body suggests he is thinking very hard about this situation.

If you enjoy feeding ducks, what you offer matters. Bread is a common choice, but it has little nutritional value for waterfowl and leftover soggy bread can pollute ponds. Better options include cracked corn, oats, birdseed, chopped lettuce, or thawed frozen peas, given in small amounts so nothing goes to waste. Some parks discourage feeding altogether, so it's worth checking posted signs. As for cats near water birds, calm supervision is key. Most cats prefer to watch rather than get wet, but it's kindest to the ducks to keep a curious hunter close by your side.

Frost seems to understand the rules of the outing. He gets the show, the ducks get breakfast, and Edie gets the pleasure of watching both. Spring greenery and a few hydrangeas frame the scene with fresh color.

Peace at the pond is a delicate thing, but today everyone seems willing to keep it.

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