That is who I am and will always be. This little guy (or girl - not sure) is a parrotlet. We received two complimentary pairs of breeders when we had our Double Yellow Headed Amazon shipped up from Virginia. They are pretty cute aren't they? Well, I got home tonight after running errands and my son Dakota brought him downstairs and said that he wasn't doing too well. And he wasn't. He was very listless and his little feet were starting to curl. Which usually means death is coming. So I immediately sprung into action and got the corn syrup out. Put a little on his beak and gave him some water from a dropper. He opened his eyes and did take a little of both. I wrapped him up in a kitchen towel and cuddle him like a baby for an hour while I dozed on the couch. Well that seemed to do the trick because he is acting much better now. He is still very tired (we think he bumped his head yesterday - he got out of his cage and was flying around aimlessly), but he is chirping a little and he wakes up to drink. I am always the one to nurse the sick ones and cuddle the well ones. I like that about me.
I have been a very bad blogger, but with the holidays fast approaching I have been trying to get things done. I have made a bunch of Christmas cards that I hope to share tomorrow. Lighting is really bad in my studio. I think all of my shopping is just about done. I only have cookies to bake and get packaged for the neighbors and my mom's presents to send this weekend.
Been trying to shake off a little depression. Grief is a funny thing. It makes you tired and sad and yet I can laugh and smile at the same time. Tonight I was reminded that a good drafting brush is something that needs to be purchased for my projects. I use a paintbrush but Sandi always said I should get one like hers.
Its a long, soft brush (horse hair bristles - how fitting) on a handle to sweep the eraser pieces and bits of paper from your paper without ruining what you are creating. Made her job easier. That memory made me smile. She was always trying to pass on her tricks of the trade. She talked me into my first T-Square too! Sigh... ah well, I am so lucky to have good friends who put up with my mood swings and a family that loves me and understands.
Well enough of that, I am off to get some much needed rest after I tuck this little guy into a box by my bed. I'll be back tomorrow with some Christmas cards to share... thanks for stopping by! {jill b}
Awww Jill, so sorry that you guys lost this cute little bird. You are a caretaker of all things big AND small, I like that about you too!
I'm sorry you are feeling sad about Sandi, she was a great friend I'm sure. Try to remember all of those happy memories between the two of you.
If you need anything, you know I'm here for you! Can't wait to see those Christmas cards!
Have a happy day! *Hugs*
Posted by: Brenda | December 19, 2008 at 03:02 PM