Sunday Pleasantries

             

I was on my way to work on Thursday and decided to stop in a new pet shop nearby.  The store was well stocked with food, toys . . . everything the pet lover would need.  I met up with an Umbrella Cockatoo named Thelma.  She was wonderful.  I also met a lovely and talkative African Grey Parrot.  Meandering through the store, I saw what we needed for the bunny and picked it up and a toy that I just knew Button would like. 

I stepped into the bird room where I saw ring-necked doves like our own Scooter (Rob has been wanting more) and a beautiful bird in the corner said to me, "hello - I love Patrick O'Reilly"  I was fascinated by him.  His colors were so bright and he seemed to be interested in what I was doing.  I put my fingers up to the cage and he nibbled (not bit) on them.  I was falling in love.  I paid for my items and called Rob.  He said to go ahead and get him, so after work, I went back.

His name is Rembrandt or Remy.  He loves to have company and talks constantly.  He was best friend to a woman who became unable to care for him.  The pet store took him on consignment for her.  When Remy was out of the cage, he came to me and climbed to my shoulder.  I carried him up front to pay for him.  The owner brought out a pet carrier to take him home in, boxed up the doves and reached for Remy.  He wouldn't go to her!  She was surprised, but said that I must be his person now.  I carefully took him from my shoulder to the carrier.  He talked all the way home.

This beautiful little guy is a Salvadoran Black-Capped Lory.  He is not a seed eater, rather eats fruit nectar.  He's kind of messy, but I already love him.  He's a great buddy to have.  He even says, "C'mon, give the birdie a kiss".

I'm still looking for the little Sunday conure, but feel content now with our array of pets.  Button has bonded to my husband, goes to the girls and Remy is definitely my bird.

We are taking a well-earned day off today.  All three girls are off with Uncle Eddie until tomorrow.  We are going to be selfish and get a little private time together.  We really need it.  I'm already enjoying it.

Have a blessed day, my friends.  Please keep Lisa Jo in your prayers.

In Him,