Our donkeys are such special creatures, they are so intelligent, intuitive and loving, I think they missed us more than the dogs or cats. When we got home, they all gathered around us, pressed against us. I kissed Simon on the nose, he leaned his forehead against me, Lulu put her head on Maria’s shoulder and the two of them just talked to one another in their own special way.

We are so grateful to have these donkeys in our lives, their affection is indirect yet so powerful.