Lonely, So Lonely, I Want To Go Home!

Laura,

I completely understand. It isn't fair to own a pet if you're not there long enough to enjoy it. Pets require a lot of responsibility but they do make nice gifts for people who stay home. Some of the nicest retirement homes I visited had birds, cats and dogs for the elderly and they seemed to enjoy it a lot. When kids have pets, the burden of responsibility tends to fall on the shouders of their parents.

Michael,

I couldn't answer your question about the dusty feather odor. I think it depends on how sensitive you are to bird feathers. When I was a little girl, my grandfather (mother's father) raised canaries and I always enjoyed visiting my grandpa and I learned a lot about caring for birds. I never noticed an odor. My mother on the other hand, must have had allergies to birds. She couldn't stand it and she couldn't sleep on feathered pillows either. Whenever she walked into a room or a house, her body reacted.

Birds are beautiful. I love the fact that they come in such a variety of sizes and colors.

Cindy,

You're absolutely right. Birds can and do live long when they are properly cared for by their owners. Mother nature takes good care of them, doesn't she? Isn't it sad to think that most of the world's problems are caused by man?

Georgina,

Me too! I was pleased to see how the people who came into the shop were eager to just give the birds some attention on a Saturday afternoon. Birds make great companions, but people have to be prepared to commit and accept responsibility. Birds depend on people for food and water.

Darcy & Tony,

Me too! I would hate to think that those birds would spend the rest of their lives locked up in a cage. Plus, I also get nervous just thinking that if that pet store doesn't make a proft, what will happen to the birds? With today's economy and budget cuts, etc., everyone is suffering and making changes. I'm noticing more and more stores going out of business lately. Have you noticed out there in Utah too?

Hi Michelle,

Toby was cute but he appeared a little nervous to me. I couldn't help but think to myself, every animal, like humans have a past. I think this guy Toby really needs a break and I hope he gets a new home and a GOOD home too.

Richard,

Hot chili peppers? Are you kidding me? I can't imagine a bird eating something that spicy. How long did he live?

I once onced a Cockatoo but it never uttered a word. Maybe it's because I only fed it bird seed/water and I should have been feeding it chili peppers.

Chris,

That's really nice that your brother collects and cares for birds of all species. It must be in the genes. Birds of a feather flock together!

Roy,

And thank you for the lovely yellow orchids!

Thank you Gloria! I sincerely appreciate being featured. It's so nice to hear from so many ActiveRain members who can easily express their feelings and share their love and concern for birds. Thank you for starting the Bird Group. It is truly appreciated by many.

I have not seen any exotic birds in my area in Texas but I have seen Pelican's on the Gulf in Padre Island while they were migrating and that was a day I will never forget! Also, I was lucky enough to see a bluebird during the month of April a few years ago during the Bluebonnet season.

I truly hope that these birds that are now being featured do find homes and that people who can not adopt or own a bird continues to care for them in nature. We have so many opportunities to care for God's creatures and they deserve our respect. Thanks again Gloria.

Hi Juli, I agree with your observation. Birds have personalities too. Thank you for making comment. I appreciate you!

Thanks!

Gloria,

It's so great to hear from you. As they say, "Birds of a Feather Flock Together!" I'm so glad you have put this group together. There are those that don't understand, but I say, "bird feathers!" I have to be true to who I am. I love to visit and feed the birds. I call the ones that visit my bird feeders or rest upon my shrubs or trees my Frequent Flyers!" They give me great joy and it makes me have a joyful heart to know that the world is spread out by others like you!

Thank you again. I'm enjoying this group. May you have a blessed weekend with friends, family and birds alike!

Hi Debra, better late than never! I'm glad to know that you've been busy and that you were able to stop by to enjoy the photos. Out of all the parrots, I think the African Grey is onw of the most intelligent. Their vocabulary is pretty amazing! Thanks again for stopping by. I really appreciate that!

Patricia