Late in the afternoon of the 10th
of January, as the black cockatoos called and the sun dipped behind the forest,
little Christian ram found his sheep wings.
Almost eleven years ago, we helped the
vet deliver Christian into the world and yesterday, it was time to help
him depart.
Christian was born into Sanctuary life, his mum Connie arriving just before his rather stressful birth. He was back to front and upside down
and required some crafty veterinary intervention to bring him into the world.
Despite his challenging birth, Christian grew into a playful, chubby, cheeky
little ram, who, with brother George, got into plenty of mayhem and mischief
over the years, keeping the voli team on their toes.
In his older age, and
after the passing of his beloved bro George, Christian was moved into Austin’s
Place, where his arthritis could be managed and extra TLC provided.
Just after
Christmas, Christian’s mobility began to decline and he was brought up to the
house for some happy days of air conditioning, treats and pats. As the hot
days went by, he let us know it was time.
Rest well friend, the years flew by
and we were privileged to share them, go now and make more mischief in those
green pastures with brother George.
