The Noble Sea-Cow
I know the Manatee is rightfully the noble Sea-Cow.. but..
An Heroic Cow Saves Woman From Drowning
Kim Riley was herding a herd of 350 cows in early morning darkness Tuesday when they were caught in a torrent of floodwater created by the devastating storm that swept New Zealand early this week.
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"I thought most of the cows had abandoned me," Riley said "They were strong swimmers and left me in their wake. But I looked back and saw one of the last cows bearing down on me, No. 569. As she went by I threw my arm over her neck."She said when they hit firm ground, they both sat down, puffing and shaking.
Riley previously held little regard for No. 569, calling her "an ugly old tart," but admitted she would find time to thank the beast.
I really like this story. An Ugly, Old, Heroic Cow. New Zealand. And what were they puffing, huh? We also learn that cows are strong swimmers. Perhaps they're not totally useless after all!