Victoria invited Elena and me over to her house this morning to observe and learn about birds, hands-on.
Elena was delighted when Victoria met us at the door with Raine on her hand, and remained a rapt student the entire time, as Victoria taught her how to choose a cockatiel (pay extra for one that is hand trained), how to choose a cage, and all kinds of things I'd have never thought to ask.
It was enchanting for me to watch Elena's eyes sparkling with delight each time one of the three birds landed on her head or hand. Victoria has had many birds and she knows her stuff--what to feed them, how to make their feet stronger (use pecan twigs instead of dowels for perches), and what potential bird dangers to avoid.
As she talked, I texted Santa Clause with everything I was learning and snapped pictures. At the end of our visit, Elena drew a quick sketch of Raine and when we got home, she set about right away to drawing the lovebirds.
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| Kent build folding screen doors to prevent splattery decoration and destruction in his study-- as the birds are free to fly all over the house. |
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| Raine |
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| Elena and Victoria |
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