Carol and her husband, Nick, raised an orphaned Canada gosling to it successful return to the wild as a big handsome goose. They didn't set out to raise a goose. In fact, at first they tried every day to find wild geese or a rehabilitator to help them. Because they couldn't find the help they needed they became determined to just keep the little gosling safe. As Nick and Carol raised the goose they named Lucy, they did a lot of things wrong and would never recommend that someone keep an orphaned gosling. Keeping a wild animal can lead to disastrous results. Lucy, though, transitioned successfully to the wild. They never wanted Lucy to be a pet and are happy to know that she truly is a wild goose.
Because of the problems they had finding help, Carol is focused on supporting regional and statewide rehabilitators. Her mission is also to educate children and adults on when to help an animal - this applies to all animals. Too often an animal is separated from its parent by a well-meaning, but uninformed person. This wasn't the case with Lucy, but there are things Nick and Carol could have done differently.
The Muziks' story is true, and fortunately has a happy ending. They realize they had an ideal situation on a lake and their commitment led to the positive outcome for Lucy. They wouldn't adopt an orphaned goose again, and want to help educate others on what one should really do if this were to happen to them.
Carol documented Lucy's life through photography, video, and her original illustrations. She is currently sharing their story in her award-winning short film, coloring book, and children's illustrated story book.
Raising Lucy is a recipient of the prestigious Mom's Choice Award. The Mom's Choice Awards honors excellence in family-friendly media, products and services. An esteemed panel of judges includes education, media and other experts as well as parents, children, librarians, performing artists, producers, medical and business professionals, authors, scientists and others. A sampling of the panel members includes: Dr. Twila C. Liggett, ten-time Emmy-winner, professor and founder of PBS's Reading Rainbow; Julie Aigner-Clark, Creator of Baby Einstein and The Safe Side Project; Jodee Blanco, and New York Times best-selling Author; LeAnn Thieman, motivational speaker and coauthor of seven Chicken Soup For The Soul books. Parents and educators look for the Mom's Choice Awards seal in selecting quality materials and products for children and families.
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Posted October 12, 2009
This story about raising a wild goose is just great. How a family immediately connects with a helpless orphan to guide it to its successful release into the wild - is fantastic. What's really wonderful, are life's anecdotal moments that are completely unique, humorous - and heartfelt. There are beautiful lessons too - of love, patience, letting go...and for learning about wildlife rehabilitation. The images seem to come to life through the beautiful and colorful illustrations. The story and images resonate every time I read it. Raising Lucy touched my heart and I highly recommend it.
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Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.I got my "Lucy" book today!!! I read it and cried and cried. I miss my goose. Your story brought back all those feelings of love and devotion for my Robbie. We've been blessed! Where most go... through life without those feelings for anyone or anything....we've been blessed time after time and at great measures. Thank you for sharing your story and opening your heart to a stranger in need! Animals are a gift and should be treated as such! Well done!
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Overview
Carol and her husband, Nick, raised an orphaned Canada gosling to it successful return to the wild as a big handsome goose. They didn't set out to raise a goose. In fact, at first they tried every day to find wild geese or a rehabilitator to help them. Because they couldn't find the help they needed they became determined to just keep the little gosling safe. As Nick and Carol raised the goose they named Lucy, they did a lot of things wrong and would never recommend that someone keep an orphaned gosling. Keeping ...