#Repost @lek_chailert @download.ins --- We are taking RaYa home. Someone asked me why I traveled together with the elephant on the truck each time an elephant is rescued. Depending on the location, sometimes the transport will take many long hours to arrive at ENP. It can be a tiring journey, to be sure. To answer this is clear. The transport can be stressful for the Elephant. All the elephants we have rescued have health and mental problems. We accompany them to reassure them of our goodwill. It is important to observe them, and to be present should any matter arise. We talk to them, and provide food if they will eat, or water, or to cool them down or to warm them up. It is a new beginning for them, and the healing process commences the moment that they step onto the truck. We also begin to learn somewhat of their personality, and are able to respond to their needs. To travel for long hours is onerous on anyone, and to be a sick or old or injured animal can be a challenge. One of our medical team will always be present. Others are present to comfort them should they panic, especially when the truck first moves without their previous mahout. They may be confused or fearful, having been on trucks many times in their life, and often that holds no fond memory. We are present to help the elephants be less anxious while on the road. Another person commented that I'm already sixty, and asked whether I get tired when I'm on the truck with an elephant. To that I say, many grandmother elephants are much older than me, and if they can endure the travel, then surely I can too. It is a privilege and joy to provide for this beautiful creature. In spite of illness and injury and heartache, their bravery inspires me. I will never give up on them. In life, we will travel together. To grow old caring for them is an untold wealth in living. Again , thanks to all who help to save beautiful RaYa. Thank you TrunksUp. #trunksupofficial #saveelephantfoundation #elephantnaturepark #elephantsemporium #rescue https://www.instagram.com/p/CXzy3YFpNVz/?utm_medium=tumblr
