Duck Takes a Walk (During COVID 19)

Posted on April 25, 2020 by Librarylady

A Silly But Serious Story

As I got ready to go on my morning walk, my granddaughter stopped me and said, “Duck needs to get out of the house (don’t we all) would you take him on your walk?”

I agreed, and this is what happened:

Duck leaves the house for the first time in forever.

He stops to enjoy the flowers.

He chats with a friend at a local watering hole.

He goes to the playground but nobody’s there.

It’s not as much fun as it used to be.

Luckily there are still some people out and about. Duck loves the people who take care of us.

Duck misses picnics.

and going to school,

and church – sigh.

Duck decides to STOP being sad and just enjoy this beautiful day.

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He knows that before long he’ll be able to go to his friend’s houses and things will be almost like they were before.

He can’t wait!

69 thoughts on “Duck Takes a Walk (During COVID 19)”

carhicks on August 22, 2020 at 9:46 am said:

I love this post. You and duck had lots of adventures, Geanie. I am with you both, there is a lot that I miss.

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candidkay on May 9, 2020 at 1:26 pm said:

Oh, this is adorable. I’m sure she loved it!

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- Librarylady on May 9, 2020 at 4:53 pm said:
  
  Thanks Kay, she really did. It was fun to see her reaction.
  
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Eunice on May 4, 2020 at 1:46 am said:

I’m glad Duck managed to get out for a walk and didn’t get eaten by the dog. A great post to give a Monday morning smile 🙂

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- Librarylady on May 4, 2020 at 2:16 pm said:
  
  Thanks Eunice – I don’t know why everyone thinks Lucy is looking for a snack – well, now that you mention it, I guess that look in her eye could be checking to make sure the coast is clear before she pounces. 😐 LOL! Thanks for stopping by.
  
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BeckyB on May 4, 2020 at 1:38 am said:

thanks for making me smile 🙂

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- Librarylady on May 4, 2020 at 2:32 pm said:
  
  I thought we needed a break from the doom and gloom. Thanks for your comment.
  
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  - BeckyB on May 5, 2020 at 3:27 am said:
    
    🙂
    
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joseph elon lillie on May 3, 2020 at 11:07 am said:

It looked like Duck had a nice walk, but his dog friend looked like he wanted to eat Duck. Duck should watch out!

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- Librarylady on May 3, 2020 at 3:09 pm said:
  
  LOL! The funny thing is, she did try to eat duck at one point. ( Thought it was a new toy) I had to take him away and wash the dog slobber off. You’re right. Duck needs to watch his back.
  
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  - joseph elon lillie on May 4, 2020 at 1:36 pm said:
    
    It’s something in the eyes!
    
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- Connie L Cousins on May 4, 2020 at 5:17 pm said:
  
  A walk in some fresh air is a mood lifter for anyone, even duck. Quacked us up. 😮 sorry.
  
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  - joseph elon lillie on May 5, 2020 at 6:28 am said:
    
    I love my walks in the fresh air. I don’t have a duck to go with me though so….
    
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  - Librarylady on May 5, 2020 at 6:55 am said:
    
    🐥😅💛
    
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Anonymous on May 1, 2020 at 12:34 pm said:

Wow, Geanie, both Allen and I love it, it’s very charming! I miss you!

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- Librarylady on May 1, 2020 at 3:13 pm said:
  
  Is that you Aihua? I miss you too. Who knew we’d ever be tired of staying home from work?
  
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calmkate on April 30, 2020 at 4:46 pm said:

How absolutely adorable! This is just too cute and appealing … impressed your cop posed for the pic, can’t imagine that happening here!

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- Librarylady on April 30, 2020 at 5:13 pm said:
  
  Yes, he was very nice. I told him it was for my granddaughter and he was all in.
  Thanks for your comment. I always enjoy hearing from you.
  
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  - calmkate on April 30, 2020 at 5:19 pm said:
    
    and I from you, you are so warm and genuine … have found some commenters drop away quickly …
    
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    - Librarylady on April 30, 2020 at 7:21 pm said:
      
      If I’m not mistaken Kate, you were one of the first one’s I connected with when I started this blog. I wasn’t really sure where I was going with it and hadn’t turned the comments on, and when I left a comment on yours you said something to the effect of turn on your comments so I can leave you a message. We go back lady.
      
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      - calmkate on April 30, 2020 at 7:26 pm said:
        
        yes I do remember that, and look at your blog now, impressive 🙂
        
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merrildsmith on April 29, 2020 at 10:25 am said:

Very sweet! I remember doing something like this once for my nephew–a sort of Flat Stanley thing.

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- Librarylady on April 29, 2020 at 12:14 pm said:
  
  It just sort of happened – duck was hanging out of my pocket and one of my walking friends asked about it. We decided we should take some pictures to let the grands see where he went on his walk. I remember Flat Stanley!
  
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tierneycreates on April 28, 2020 at 3:43 pm said:

That is so sweet – thanks for the smile! Glad the duck got some exercise 🙂

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- Librarylady on April 29, 2020 at 9:56 am said:
  
  Thanks Tierney, I think Duck is all of us. We can’t wait to get back to or lives and friends. Hope all is well with you. At least with your quilts etc. you have something fun to do inside. (I’m still planning to link your Beastie goes to the library post – I’m waiting until our LIbrary opens again and can post about that. Hopefully soon – there are rumblings about May 11? Can’t Wait!)
  
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  - tierneycreates on April 29, 2020 at 10:58 am said:
    
    I want to press my face up against the windows of our local library. They are considering curbside service (not sure what that means) as of 5/8. I do not want curbside – I was to run free among the shelves, browsing to my heart’s content 🙂
    
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    - Librarylady on April 29, 2020 at 12:10 pm said:
      
      I know, we’re looking at curbside service too but people will be allowed to run free as well – limited amount of people and limited time, but hey – better than peering through the window and leaving smudges. LOL
      
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restlessjo on April 28, 2020 at 12:49 am said:

Thank you for injecting a little humour into our situation, and for venturing into new territory over at mine 🙂 🙂 I enjoyed your company! Have a good week.

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- Librarylady on April 28, 2020 at 10:45 am said:
  
  Thanks for dropping by Jo. I love my fellow travel bloggers and it’s fun to learn about their stories. You mentioned in your intro that you’re from Algarve – and I had to look that up. Portugal ahhh, a fun place I’ve never been but now get to experience vicariously by tagging along on your walks. I’ll keep in touch.
  
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  - restlessjo on April 28, 2020 at 10:50 am said:
    
    We’re a well scattered bunch, aren’t we, but with much in common. The walks take me all over the world and I love that. Good to have you along 🤗💕
    
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Natalie on April 27, 2020 at 6:09 pm said:

Thank you, Geanie and Duck, for making me smile. I understand Duck’s need to get out of the house. On a sunny day with clear blue skies like the one you had, I’d get ready so fast to run outside 🙂

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- Librarylady on April 27, 2020 at 6:31 pm said:
  
  This weather is so gorgeous , I hope the sun kills bad germs. Thanks for commenting.
  
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Cynthia Close on April 27, 2020 at 4:59 pm said:

Hello my friend, Duck is hilarious and he is all of us. Can’t wait to have a picnic, and party with friends. (That tree is gorgeous – hope your husband doesn’t cut it down.😁😁😁).

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- Librarylady on April 27, 2020 at 5:00 pm said:
  
  Hi Cynthia, thanks for your comment, as for the tree – I pray for it daily.
  
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scooj on April 27, 2020 at 2:09 pm said:

Nice for duck to get out and about.

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- Librarylady on April 27, 2020 at 5:01 pm said:
  
  Thanks Scooj, nice for duck and me too. My daily walks are what saves my sanity these days. Hope all is well with you.
  
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  - scooj on April 27, 2020 at 5:17 pm said:
    
    Walking the dog and my allotment have allowed me some freedom. The allotment is fabulous for outside time, I am very lucky to have one.
    
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    - Librarylady on April 27, 2020 at 5:35 pm said:
      
      What’s this about an allotment? Do you only get a certain amount of time outside?
      
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      - scooj on April 28, 2020 at 5:02 pm said:
        
        An allotment is a plot of land that you rent from the council to grow fruit and vegetables. I have had mine for more than 25 years.
        
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        Librarylady on April 29, 2020 at 12:26 pm said:
        
        Very interesting, I’d never heard of this before. How grand for you to be able to get out and garden, especially right now!
        
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        scooj on April 29, 2020 at 5:12 pm said:
        
        It keeps me sane.
        
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thequittingmillennial on April 27, 2020 at 9:10 am said:

This is precious!

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- Librarylady on April 27, 2020 at 5:03 pm said:
  
  Thank you, duck may look silly, but he has deep thoughts. He appreciates your comment.
  
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Dan Antion on April 27, 2020 at 7:40 am said:

This is a wonderful post. I love the photos!

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- Librarylady on April 27, 2020 at 5:07 pm said:
  
  Thanks Dan. We are so bombarded with depressing Covid news, I wanted to lighten things up a bit. As for photos – duck is very photogenic.
  
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  - Dan Antion on April 27, 2020 at 6:08 pm said:
    
    🙂
    
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thegenxtravels on April 26, 2020 at 7:26 am said:

Looks like duck had a great adventure!!

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- Librarylady on April 26, 2020 at 7:33 am said:
  
  Yes, but Duck and I can’t wait to get back to normal and do some real traveling. I really miss cruising. I hope they can get the industry back under control someday.
  
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  - thegenxtravels on April 26, 2020 at 7:43 am said:
    
    I hope so too!!
    
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The Sassy Library Fox on April 25, 2020 at 10:09 pm said:

Aww that’s really the sweetest thing! Duck is so cute! ❤
I especially love the picture when Duck stopped to enjoy the flowers! Such a lovely picture! Thanks for brightening my day once again! 😀

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North Liza Lane on April 25, 2020 at 9:56 pm said:

I love this……wonderfully brilliant and joyful!

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- Librarylady on April 26, 2020 at 8:41 am said:
  
  Thanks for your positive thoughts. I needed a pick me up so thought others might enjoy ducks antics too. Silly but serious.
  
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  - North Liza Lane on April 26, 2020 at 8:52 am said:
    
    It’s gem, worked for me!
    
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Yeah, Another Blogger on April 25, 2020 at 8:55 pm said:

Duck would make any walk better. You should take him with you more often!

Hi. Take care.

Neil Scheinin

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- Librarylady on April 25, 2020 at 9:23 pm said:
  
  I think you’re onto something. never a dull moment with duck. Thanks for reading.
  
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Child Of God on April 25, 2020 at 8:22 pm said:

Very nice a d CUTE!

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- Librarylady on April 25, 2020 at 9:25 pm said:
  
  Duck says thank you. 🐥
  
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  - Child Of God on April 25, 2020 at 9:39 pm said:
    
    Human said TY
    
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bestadmanspeaks on April 25, 2020 at 5:30 pm said:

What a wonderful grandmother you are. Your grand daughter is ducky to have you. From the photos it looks like you had good duck with the weather.as well. Really cute photos. Is walking with a duck all that is quacked up to be?

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- Librarylady on April 25, 2020 at 5:36 pm said:
  
  Thanks for making my day bestadman! You quack me up!
  
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Ancient Skies on April 25, 2020 at 5:26 pm said:

Really wonderful!

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- Librarylady on April 25, 2020 at 5:39 pm said:
  
  Thank you Nico, high praise from a poet.
  
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Debra Lamb on April 25, 2020 at 5:14 pm said:

I am going to read this to my grandchildren!! Thank you!

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- Librarylady on April 25, 2020 at 5:38 pm said:
  
  Hi Debbie. Duck is me – friends are you guys.
  
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Librarylady on April 25, 2020 at 4:45 pm said:

Thanks Janis! It was a beautiful day to be out walking.

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Janis @ RetirementallyChallenged.com on April 25, 2020 at 4:38 pm said:

Haha! Poor Duck… at least he got to enjoy a beautiful day (and it looks like he has a few friends at home to play with). That tree in bloom is spectacular.

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- Librarylady on April 29, 2020 at 12:25 pm said:
  
  That tree is in peril. It is so gorgeous, but it makes a terrible mess and my husband does not appreciate it. I may have to chain my body to the trunk one day to save it from the chainsaw of doom.
  
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