The Turtle

May 14, 2008---Jackson and Ben found a turtle in Grandmother's yard. She said their eyes were as big as saucers and they were at a loss for words when telling her about it. Jackson insisted on feeding the reptile leaves, grass, and small sticks. He also poured water on its back because "they like water". I thought the turtle was quite large and fast for a common box turtle. Grandmother explained that the turtle was a wild animal and could not be kept as a pet. She said he would walk to the pond and live there if they let him go. The boys agreed and the turtle was set free.