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May 2009 — Lucy's 5 Year Anniversary Reflecting on the arrival of an orphaned wild goose to our lives
 We raised an orphaned Canada
goose. We didn't intend to raise a goose and worked hard to introduce it to other geese in the wild. We sought help from the
Fish and Game people and called around trying to find a rehabilitator. No help or advice was forthcoming, so we made the decision
to keep the gosling safe until we could get help or find a wild bird rehabilitator. Days
eventually turned into weeks and we still had a goose. We know we did a lot of things wrong—things we wouldn't do now...like allowing the goose to imprint on us and our two dogs. But Lucy did adapt to and now lives in the wild—just
as we intended. We've even had recent sightings of her, which proves her success as a wild goose. We never wanted Lucy
to be a pet and worked hard at making sure she knew she was a goose. People have said, "You were lucky." They may be right.
To Goose or... Not to Goose As we reflect on the 5 year anniversary
of Lucy's arrival in our lives, we implore you to seek immediate help if you encounter an orphaned gosling or if one appears
at your doorstep. Lucy was brought to us...literally dropped in our laps. We wouldn't take on the task of raising one again
and want people to know to never pick up, seek out or try to raise a wild goose yourselves. We receive a lot of email from
others with a situation like ours and I always respond, "Find a rehabilitator, asap!" And please...never
take a gosling or any animal out of the wild. For instance, a fawn's mother is likely eating nearby—and can be away
for a long time. Fawns are rarely orphaned, and it is best to leave them alone. If you should encounter a truly orphaned
animal, or one appears at your doorstep, call a rehabilitator first. Our experience taught us the importance of
rehabilitation facilities and we now donate a percentage of Raising Lucy Studios net profits to rehabilitators in our area
and hope you will donate to them in your area. For more ideas and guidance, you can read my Blog (March entry) and check our Resource page links to wildlife experts.
Thank you —Carol
To Share
or.... Yes! To Share The unique experience of raising a wild Canada
goose inspired Carol Muzik to share her story. Her multimedia creations include heartwarming
photographic prints, two films, a coloring book and a full-color children's book
(a Fall 2009 release is planned - so stay tuned), in addition to toddler tees and gorgeous boxed greeting cards. Carol's delightful
Raising Lucy - Coloring Storybook
and Video includes her award-winning 11-minute video DVD, Raising
Lucy - A True Story, featuring amusing and inspiring footage of Lucy living with her adopted family. The story features Carol's story, ready-to-color illustrations, and several activity pages about daily life
with a goose they named Lucy.
ORDER NOW - and get your own autographed book and video! MORE BOOK NEWS : Book Signing Events...
Meet Carol Muzik – author, illustrator and adopted goose mom
– at upcoming book signing events where her Raising Lucy™ Coloring Storybook and Video is available. The storybook has over 20 illustrations
that are ready to color! – and includes her acclaimed video, Raising
Lucy - A True Story, 2009 Winner
of the Audience Award at the Awaken! International Spiritual Film Festival. (see Lucy Extras to learn more) Come and share a moment with Carol and she will personally sign a copy of Lucy's storybook for you. Book signings
are always open to the public and all ages are welcome... so bring the family! Retail Roundup...
You can find the Raising Lucy™ Coloring Storybook and Video
and Raising Lucy™ greeting cards at several retail locations
in your town or region of the Northwest. Contact us if you'd like to carry Lucy products in your store or to find out where to find Lucy products in your area. LUCY EXTRAS : Original Lucy Film Wins Audience Choice
Award! at
the Awaken! International Spiritual Film Festival...  Our 11-minute Raising Lucy film won the Family Favorite Audience Choice Award at the 2009 Awaken! International Spiritual Film Festival in Morristown, New Jersey, March 13-15. Lucy was in good company including a feature
film with Dr. Wayne W. Dyer, Ambition to Meaning: Finding your Life's Purpose. Audience
Choice Awards were given in three categories: Feature-length Film, Documentary, Short Film and Family Favorite. We are thrilled
that our original short film is getting its own recognition. Check here for all of The Awaken! festival Audience Choice Awards. CDA Magazine Feature Story... Look for Carol's feature story in the Winter 2008 Coeur d'Alene Magazine, aptly named 'Mama
Goose'. Pick up a copy today, turn to page
56 and take in her heart-warming story and numerous photos in their gorgeously designed layout. You will love it. More Site Updates... Browse our updated links to organizations and experts
on our Resources & Stories Page. Plus, we've added fun and inspirational ideas that you can add to your collection...in our Wild
and Wonderful Inspirations, Plush and Soft, and
Animal Lover's Corner featured products. Go to the Resources & Stories page...and
browse around.
FILM NEWS : Lucy Documentary Wins Hearts and Awards... The 28-minute Raising Lucy–A True Story documentary of the Muziks' heartwarming story of raising an orphaned wild Canada goose, is winning hearts and minds on the festival circuit... Raising
Lucy Film Festival Screenings... Trail Dance Film Festival in Duncan, Oklahoma, Jan 16-18, 2009. Showtime: Friday, January 16 at
4:30pm. For more info, go to www.traildancefilmfestival.com/2009
Sedona International Film Festival in Sedona, Arizona, Feb 24- Mar 1, 2009. Showtimes: Wednesday, Feb 25 at
9am and Friday, Feb 27 at 11:30am. For more info on SIFF, see their official website at www.sedonafilmfestival.com People's Choice Award Winner...
 Lucy documentary wins People's Choice Award at Thin Line Film Festival!Raising Lucy is
the recipient of the Horace & Euline Brock People's Choice Award for
Short Documentary, given at the 2008 Thin Line Film Festival in Denton, TX. Festival attendees voted for their favorite choice to pick winners in several film categories. The People's
Choice Award is named for Denton's former mayor and her husband, both of whom are staunch supporters of Denton's art community.
Lucy says. 'Thanks Thin Line Audiences!' (Photo | Chad and Carol display their
Lucy awards) received by enthusiastic viewers in two screenings. Carol autographed books at a Chapter One Books
event for the new Lucy storybook
and video. One local family
attended both film screenings and their 71/2 yr. old daughter, Isabella, went home and painted a picture of Lucy. (right)
We are thrilled to receive it and happy to share it with other Lucy fans. Thank
you, Isabella!
Film festival honors came from the Schweitzer Lakedance Int'l Film Festival, in Sandpoint, ID, September 7-14, 2008, with three Eagle Awards for Best Documentary,
Best North Idaho Film and Best Idaho Film/Filmmaker. In July, Lucy was presented with three 2008 TELLY Awards — two Silvers (their highest award) and one Bronze, in three Non-Broadcast
Film and Video competitive categories. In May, Lucy
won the Jury Award for Best Documentary against
strong competition at the 2008 Charleston Int'l Film Festival in Charleston, S.C. This spring, Lucy garnered endearing comments from
families, spiritual groups, and nature lovers at the 2008 Newport Beach Film Festival,
and the Friends of Newport Bay Earth Day Celebration in Newport Beach, California. Our director even won a spot on the NBFF opening night red carpet, gaining broadcast and online
media exposure for the film. Check the festival schedule below for Lucy showings.
About the
documentary...  The 28-minute documentary with direction
by Idaho filmmaker Chad Christensen,
is a collaboration of Muzik's story, photographs and video footage, mixed with entertaining and heartfelt, on-screen interviews
of friends and family touched by a goose named Lucy. The movie grew from inspiration Christensen saw in Lucy images, artwork and graphics displayed in Carol's Harrison, ID art gallery. He felt there must be a great story there - and worthy of sharing with movie goers... and so
they began. The film unfolds
in layers of personal memories and stunning visual imagery over inspirational music by recording artists Michael Tomlinson and Margaret Becker, and regional artist Diana Clemons, bringing the Muziks' true experience to life. Film festival screenings have been successful
venues to generate interest and compete for accolades among viewers and film experts alike. Audiences have laughed and even
dabbed a tear or two to see how the Muzik family and their two dogs connect with
Lucy. Equally touching is their determination to raise their orphan to be wild—knowing
not how—but realizing the gift she was in their lives. The documentary
is now an award-winning movie. It cuts to the heart and connects with everyone from smiling school children to the sturdiest
woodsman. Retail copies are not yet available, but are planned for Spring 2009.
Reserve your own first-release retail copy.
 Meet our Documentary Film Director – Chad Christensen. We appreciate Chad's tenacity and creativity and efforts in telling our story in –
Raising Lucy - A True Story - our award-winning film. Look for Chad at film festivals where the 28-minute documentary film is screening.
Contact Chad at Chair Films at http://www.chairfilms.com/
Many thanks to all who have come
to your local festival screenings to see Lucy take flight! And thanks especially
to good friend and broadcast producer, Casi Smith, for her influence and assistance
in our fantastic Newport Beach Festival experience. Plus... to our enthusiastic audiences at the Sun Valley Awaken! Spiritual Film Festival, the San Francisco Children's International
Film Festival, the Charleston International Film Festival and the Lakedance International Film Festival... we've enjoyed meeting
you, hearing your wildlife stories and appreciate your many heartfelt responses.
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