(The orphan herd at Wild is Life/Zimbabwe Elephant Nursery) One of the extraordinary causes that you, as subscribers to this Substack page support, is the work of Roxy Danckwerts and her team in Zimbabwe, who look after baby elephants who have been orphaned, often in traumatic circumstances. (Wild is Life/Zimbabwe Elephant Nursery - ZEN)
I think it is easy to forget the fragility of life is not dependent on size. With such a great undertaking comes great reward, but also great risk. I am so very pleased that, in this instance, all has come good. Time, determination, and prayer, as well as support, have won the day. I must not forget to add that without Moyo's trust in those around her, no matter the resources, money or care, she'd not have had the will or power to survive. They do such wonderful work to engender such trust. Such sentient beings, all sentient beings, deserve such kindness, and we can all, in our way, do our bit at home and abroad. Thank you so much for making the donation, David. ๐
What a shame this had to happen, but sounds like a positive ending. If they know how the injuries happened, hopefully they can guard against it happening to other elephants on future transfer trips. Congratulations David on the $5,000 donation. The right decision. As you pointed out, when we are there in August the Elephant Nursery in Harare is too far away, but perhaps Panda Masuie is close enough for a visit on the way into Vic Falls? ........ LOL
Thank you for sharing this and thank you for donating on behalf of us all. May Moyo be well ,happy and free from suffering and also her family both human and elephant.
Thank you Roxy and David for sharing Moyoโs journey. Sending love and healing to all who are helping Moyo and the others survive and thrive. Also some special elephant love for these precious souls.
Thank you David for sharing this. Moved me to tears of deep gratitude for you and all those caring for these magnificent beings. I have shared this with friends and family and made a small donation on their website. Iโm so grateful.
Humanity in action. I just love the heartfelt thanks everyone is sending to those incredible people looking after Moyo. So sad to hear about his accident.
Thank you for informing us about Moyo's condition and I hope she will continue to make good progress in her recovery. Also, thank you for sending a donation to help the team caring for the elephants.
David, I watched again the video clip included in this post. of Maru ambling across to you sitting on your rock. it was no accident he had a need to communicate. At any time, because of his huge size, he could have come and knocked you off that rock and stomped on you, but instead he came and touched you with his trunk in gentle communication.
This is what this is all about. You forwarding a donation at a time much needed, is uplifting, not only for Roxy and team, but directly benefiting our elephant family too. I wish I could do more.
Wonderful David and thank you for keeping us all posted as to Moyo's recovery. Thank you for your quick response in providing the donation at a time when most needed. Such a good thing to do. Trish
David, Koala and all your wonderful subscribers ... gratitude indeed. Your thoughts, words and actions have been an incredible balm to my shattered heart during this most miserable of journeys. I have learnt much about myself, but have also questioned my faith, beliefs and ethics. Sometimes positively, sometimes in a total stew! However, the biggest lesson for me has been that not only do I need Moyo, but Moyo also needs me. Iโve long wondered if my connection with her was all in my head and if my imagination was getting the better of me. However, a recent event has changed this thought process dramatically and I can now say, with total confidence, that we need and thrive in each other. Moyo is doing much better this week, after a nasty tumble in mood and health last week. This time, I believe weโve reached the pinnacle and now we move into recovery. Again, my profound thanks and appreciation to you all. With love, rox xxx๐๐
Thank you so much for your beautiful message, Roxy! It is our huge privilege to be able to support the unique, compassion-based work that you do. The bond between Moyo and you is precious for us all to witness. With love from us all. David, Koala and our Substack angels!
That was both fascinating and sad, the team there must be incredibly strong to keep going in that situation. Fingers crossed for Moyo and love to her and all the team there.
Recently I read a wonderful book "An elephant in my kitchen" by Francoise Malby-Anthony which made me very aware of the horrors caused by poachers going after elephants and rhinos and how the orphaned youngsters struggle to forget the horrors they witnessed....
I think it is easy to forget the fragility of life is not dependent on size. With such a great undertaking comes great reward, but also great risk. I am so very pleased that, in this instance, all has come good. Time, determination, and prayer, as well as support, have won the day. I must not forget to add that without Moyo's trust in those around her, no matter the resources, money or care, she'd not have had the will or power to survive. They do such wonderful work to engender such trust. Such sentient beings, all sentient beings, deserve such kindness, and we can all, in our way, do our bit at home and abroad. Thank you so much for making the donation, David. ๐
I have surrounded Moyo with a healing light to help her heal and recover from her trauma .
Thanks for donating to her care โค๏ธ๐๐ป
What a shame this had to happen, but sounds like a positive ending. If they know how the injuries happened, hopefully they can guard against it happening to other elephants on future transfer trips. Congratulations David on the $5,000 donation. The right decision. As you pointed out, when we are there in August the Elephant Nursery in Harare is too far away, but perhaps Panda Masuie is close enough for a visit on the way into Vic Falls? ........ LOL
Thank you for sharing this and thank you for donating on behalf of us all. May Moyo be well ,happy and free from suffering and also her family both human and elephant.
Thank you Roxy and David for sharing Moyoโs journey. Sending love and healing to all who are helping Moyo and the others survive and thrive. Also some special elephant love for these precious souls.
Thank you David for sharing this. Moved me to tears of deep gratitude for you and all those caring for these magnificent beings. I have shared this with friends and family and made a small donation on their website. Iโm so grateful.
Humanity in action. I just love the heartfelt thanks everyone is sending to those incredible people looking after Moyo. So sad to hear about his accident.
My best get-well wishes for Moyo! โค๏ธ
All the love for Moyo! And the incredible team of humans! ๐๐ค
Thank you for informing us about Moyo's condition and I hope she will continue to make good progress in her recovery. Also, thank you for sending a donation to help the team caring for the elephants.
What amazing people to do such wonderful work. Thank you for sharing the updates - I have immediately sent another donation through the link. ๐๐
David, I watched again the video clip included in this post. of Maru ambling across to you sitting on your rock. it was no accident he had a need to communicate. At any time, because of his huge size, he could have come and knocked you off that rock and stomped on you, but instead he came and touched you with his trunk in gentle communication.
This is what this is all about. You forwarding a donation at a time much needed, is uplifting, not only for Roxy and team, but directly benefiting our elephant family too. I wish I could do more.
Wonderful David and thank you for keeping us all posted as to Moyo's recovery. Thank you for your quick response in providing the donation at a time when most needed. Such a good thing to do. Trish
David, Koala and all your wonderful subscribers ... gratitude indeed. Your thoughts, words and actions have been an incredible balm to my shattered heart during this most miserable of journeys. I have learnt much about myself, but have also questioned my faith, beliefs and ethics. Sometimes positively, sometimes in a total stew! However, the biggest lesson for me has been that not only do I need Moyo, but Moyo also needs me. Iโve long wondered if my connection with her was all in my head and if my imagination was getting the better of me. However, a recent event has changed this thought process dramatically and I can now say, with total confidence, that we need and thrive in each other. Moyo is doing much better this week, after a nasty tumble in mood and health last week. This time, I believe weโve reached the pinnacle and now we move into recovery. Again, my profound thanks and appreciation to you all. With love, rox xxx๐๐
Thank you so much for your beautiful message, Roxy! It is our huge privilege to be able to support the unique, compassion-based work that you do. The bond between Moyo and you is precious for us all to witness. With love from us all. David, Koala and our Substack angels!
That was both fascinating and sad, the team there must be incredibly strong to keep going in that situation. Fingers crossed for Moyo and love to her and all the team there.
Recently I read a wonderful book "An elephant in my kitchen" by Francoise Malby-Anthony which made me very aware of the horrors caused by poachers going after elephants and rhinos and how the orphaned youngsters struggle to forget the horrors they witnessed....
Thank you David for sharing this story with us.
And, THANK YOU so much for helping this wonderful cause in an hour of need.
May Moyo, her herd, and her people live long and live well.