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Comment from Pantygynt
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What a lovely little story, despite an unsettling opening, definitely a happy ending. I read somewhere that our traditional teddy bear was taken from a picture of a koala - and ten Paddington cam along - from Peru!

 Comment Written 23-May-2022


reply by the author on 23-May-2022
    Thank you Jim. Lovely comments. I didn?t know that about teddy bears. Koalas have very soft fur, but don?t really like being handled, although the ones in zoos get used to it. They are ceasing that practice now too, for the sake of the koalas. Thanks again.
    Wendy
Comment from royowen
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It's a rare person who not only cares for animals, but actually studying veterinary science and then to top it off she settles into saving koalas for real, having saved two lives initially, beautifully written Wendy, blessings Roy

 Comment Written 23-May-2022


reply by the author on 23-May-2022
    Thank you Roy. I appreciate your fine review.
    Wendy
reply by royowen on 23-May-2022
    Most welcome
Comment from Paul McFarland
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That's a pretty amazing story, Wendy. I'm sire that the experience your sister had was instrumental in her choice for a vocation. You should do well in the contest.

 Comment Written 23-May-2022


reply by the author on 23-May-2022
    Thank you Paul. Very encouraging words!
    Wendy
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
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A fine story and that flock of birds must have been frightening for any driver, let alone a new one. I remember taking a taxi ride in Greece when a bird suddenly bounced off the windscreen and frightened us all, an entertaining write Wendy, love Dolly x

 Comment Written 23-May-2022


reply by the author on 23-May-2022
    Thanks so much Dolly. I always appreciate your reviews. Yes, the birds - it was quite amazing and awful!
    Wendy
Comment from lyenochka
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Aww! What a great story! I'm so glad this event inspired your sister to care for animals professionally. And thanks for teaching me your fancy word for what we call parakeets. I don't think I could spell budgerigars. No wonder some parakeets are called "Budgies."
Hope you do well in the contest!

 Comment Written 22-May-2022


reply by the author on 23-May-2022
    Thank you Helen! What a lovely review. Very encouraging,and thanks too for the good wishes.
    Wendy
Comment from LisaMay
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Awww... what a heartwarming story (except for the unavoidably deceased budgies). A chance encounter turned into a lucky break for 2 koalas, and a career decision for Robbie. Well told - engaging the reader's interest.
(I think it would get more votes if you wrote that the koala attacked Robbie and broke her neck, but you all got down on your knees - glory glory hallelujah - and the angels came to take her to sit with Jesus. Go on - I dare you, haha.)

 Comment Written 22-May-2022


reply by the author on 23-May-2022
    Lol. Perhaps I'll just stick to my story! Thanks so much for reviewing - I very much appreciate your time and kind words.
    Wendy
Comment from BeckyMann
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Very cool! I love the fact she went on to be a vet. It's amazing how our experiences as children directly influence our choices later on. Thank you for sharing.

 Comment Written 22-May-2022


reply by the author on 23-May-2022
    Thank you very much for your super review. I'm so glad you enjoyed this one.
    Wendy
Comment from sandra roth
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awww that was such a great story. It keep me engaged and interested. and the ending was great. i was so excited when i read the ending that this experience motivated someone to pursue such a great profession. This is a story to hand down for generations. the writing was easy to read and used great words. the ideas flowed.

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 Comment Written 22-May-2022


reply by the author on 23-May-2022
    Thank you so much, Sandra. I enjoyed and appreciate your enthusiastic review very much.
    Wendy