Cheerio was just one day old when he arrived at Here With Us Farm Sanctuary in South Central, Pennsylvania. And his new mom, Amanda Clark, didn’t think he’d make it through the night.
Now, the 10-month-old duck is experiencing some things for the first time — like rain — and Clark is capturing every special moment.
“When Cheerio first saw and felt the rain, it was pure joy,” Clark told The Dodo. “His little face lit up. You could see how curious he was and how happy to be experiencing it.”
The moment was an important milestone in the special needs duck’s life. Cheerio is missing an eye and has severe neurological issues that keep him from walking without assistance — but he still appreciates the little things.
It was difficult for Clark not to cry as she saw him experience something that many ducks do on a regular basis for the first time. He had the sweetest little face and kept gazing up at the rain.
Here is where you can see Cheerio taking in the rain for the first time:
Cheerio’s life at the sanctuary allows him to experience all life has to offer, alongside 200 other rescued farm animals just like him. But it’s “the little duckling that could” who has filled Clark’s life with joy.
Cheerio has significantly altered Clark’s life, she claimed. “He is certainly an inspiration to constantly keep going, keep trying, and never give up because he is so tenacious. obtaining happiness from even little things. He’s a very amazing little man.
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