I was the public face of Blake's rescue because I wrote his blog and FB page, but I was only a part of his rescue. 

Kate Norfleet was Blake's real rescuer and she was absolutely inspiring in the time and love she gave to Blake. With a 90% mortality rate for orphaned whitetail fawns, Kate took every minute sign of illness he showed very seriously and she's the one who spent the sleepless nights medicating him and checking up on him.

I got to spend four amazing weeks as his primary care giver while Kate was off island. It was during that time that I started this blog and a Blake FB page so Kate would know how he was doing while she was away.

I am so lucky to have Kate as a friend and I am so lucky she entrusted me with Blake's care while she was away. I will cherish the time I spent with Blake for the rest of my life just as I will remember for the rest of my life the amazing care and love Blake got from Kate.

And when the shit really hit the fan, Dr. Jan was by Blake's side in a matter of minutes. Dr. Jan cared deeply for Blake and Blake would have never made it as long as he did without her expertise, love and generosity. 


Thank you both for trusting me to help and take part in Blake’s beautiful little life. -cheryl

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