Buster Jr. by olivetreeann

Buster Jr.

My peanut friend, Buster, showed up limping one day. It was obvious he'd either been hit by a car or taken a fall out of a tree (very unlikely!). It also became apparent that he was not getting better. He struggled to get to the back door and ate less and less each day. I knew the time was coming when he wouldn't be back and I must admit I was very sad!

But...about a week and a half ago, I looked out the back door at a little squirrel by the feeder and caught his eye. I asked him if he wanted a peanut, not really expecting any reaction on his part, but was surprised to see him come up on the deck! He came right to the back door just like Buster used to. "Well, that was a fluke" I thought to myself, only to be surprised to see him appear the next day expecting more peanuts. He's not coming as consistently as the first Buster did, and he's not eating as much (which could be a good thing!), but he's definitely following in Buster's footsteps.

The Peanut Lady is very happy.
So cute
December 10th, 2017  
I love this Buster Jr. story! He's adorable and I think it's amazing that he comes right to the back door for peanuts. Fantastic shot of this cute critter!
December 10th, 2017  
This is a wonderful shot--great detail and DOF. And I love your Buster Jr story! Fav.
December 10th, 2017  
So sweet. You will get lots of photos from him too I expect.
December 10th, 2017  
Oh what a great story. Good to know Buster Jr is following the family tradition.

We have possums in our garden and the male possum is really tame, but his Mrs and baby are a bit more reserved. It is so sweet to be at one with nature.
December 10th, 2017  
Nice capture and heart warming story
December 10th, 2017  
Terrific :)
December 10th, 2017  
A fab story and a dear little squirrel! Fav
December 10th, 2017  
You could make a card using the middle for a message
December 10th, 2017  
So sweet. This would make a lovely card.
December 10th, 2017  
Beautiful and cute. Fav.
December 10th, 2017  
Christmas card perfect.
December 10th, 2017  
Lovely shot and nice edit.
December 10th, 2017  
Lovely capture and what a handsome Buster to have visit you.
December 11th, 2017  
Ann, I can't believe you said that about your squirrel falling out of a tree. Last year, I actually saw this happen. The squirrel fell, lay on the ground not moving for a few minutes, then started moving slowing. In not too long, it got up and scampered off.
December 11th, 2017  
What a wonderful composition and sad story.
December 12th, 2017  
@nicolecampbell @gaylewood @eudora @littleconnie @onewing @lyndamcg @gilbertwood @quietpurplehaze @joansmor @salza @pyrrhula @henrir @haskar @wendyfrost @randystreat @grammyn

Thank you so much everyone for the thoughtful comments and all those favs! BJ is starting off his 365 stint in fine style thanks to you!
December 12th, 2017  
Beautiful photo and sad story.
December 12th, 2017  
@vesna0210 Thank you Vesna- not too sad as this little fellow is carrying on the tradition.
December 13th, 2017  
Awesome shot
December 14th, 2017  
@kerristephens Thank you Kerri!
December 16th, 2017  
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