In the serene wilderness of Northern California, a story straight out of a fairy tale unfolded, featuring Diesel, a donkey with an adventurous streak and a heartwarming twist. Five years ago, Diesel, a beloved donkey owned by Dave and Terrie Drewry, bolted into the vast expanses of the Cache Creek Wilderness. His owners frantically searched for him using cars, drones, and plenty of long, winding hikes. Despite their extensive efforts, Diesel vanished without a trace, leaving the Drewry family heartbroken. Fast-forward to a recent sunny day when athlete and hunter Max Fennell stumbled upon a scene so bizarre it could only belong in a storybook. Amidst a herd of elk, there stood Diesel, not just surviving but thriving in the wild! Max, amazed by this unusual companionship, captured the moment on video and shared it on his Instagram, bringing an unexpected update to all those who remembered Diesel’s story. The video, showcasing Diesel in excellent health and looking quite at home among the elk, quickly caught the attention of the Drewrys. Overwhelmed with joy, Terrie Drewry expressed to CBS News Sacramento how relieved they were to see Diesel living his best life. “He’s happy, he’s healthy, and it was just a relief,” she said. HOW A DONKEY FOUND A NEW FAMILY IN A HERD OF ELK LOST AND FOUND
Over the years, Diesel’s disappearance had left a void, prompting the Drewrys to adopt more donkeys, yet none could replace the unique spirit of Diesel. The Drewrys have decided against attempting to recapture Diesel, respecting his new life in the wild. “To catch him would be next to impossible,” Terrie remarked, acknowledging Diesel’s transformation into a true wild donkey. At 8 years old, Diesel still has much of his life ahead of him! This tale of unexpected wildlife friendships and the enduring spirit of a lost donkey offers a lighter note to our often too serious world. It reminds us of the resilience of nature and the surprising ways animals adapt. So, the next time you’re out in nature, keep your eyes peeled. You never know when you might stumble upon a story as delightful as Diesel’s!
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EATS WITH ELLIE
LIME CHICKEN WITH CORN AND POBLANO SALAD
There’s still time to enjoy sweet summer corn with this lime chicken dish.
INGREDIENTS Chicken •
Corn and poblano salad • 2 tbsp olive oil •
3 tbsp olive oil
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1 cup all-purpose flour 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
2 poblano peppers, diced 2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 14-oz can of corn 4 scallions, minced
1 1/2 tsp salt
3/4 tsp black pepper
Juice of 2 limes
Zest of 1 lime 8 chicken thighs
1/3 cup chopped cilantro
Salt and pepper
DIRECTIONS 1.
Preheat oven to 400 F.
2. In a large oven-proof skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. 3. In a bowl, whisk flour, spices, and lime zest. Dredge chicken in the mix to coat. 4. Add chicken, skin-side down, to skillet, then place skillet in the oven for 30–35 minutes. 5. In a medium skillet, heat olive oil and add poblanos. Sauté 4–5 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for another minute. 6. In a bowl, add poblano mix, corn, scallions, lime juice, and cilantro, toss and serve with the chicken.
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