https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/10/31/day-16-beak-buildup/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/562c4-beakbuildup2.jpgbeakbuildup2.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/8d3bc-beakbuildup1.jpgbeakbuildup1.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/beakbuildup2.jpgBeakBuildup2Beak buildup, front view.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/beakbuildup1.jpgBeakBuildup1Beak buildup - profile view.2023-08-22T05:18:31+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/04/day-50-potato-chips/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/e2262-potatochips6.jpgpotatochips6.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/d3ca6-potatochips4.jpgpotatochips4.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/potatochips6.jpgPotatoChips6I can't understand why my featherless dinner mates get so excited about that cold liquid in the curved glasses - this is so much tastier.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/potatochips3.jpgPotatoChips3Yup. I was right as usual.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/potatochips4.jpgPotatoChips4These look very crunchy indeed.2023-08-22T05:18:31+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2021/03/25/cockatiel-stage-parront/2023-08-22T05:04:37+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2019/12/07/day-306-weatherproofing-the-box-turtle-hibernation-habitat/2023-08-22T05:04:36+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2019/12/10/day-309-box-turtle-hibernation-safety-checks/2023-08-22T05:04:36+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2019/12/13/day-312-hibernating-box-turtle-mommy-guard/2023-08-22T05:04:36+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2019/12/16/day-315-box-turtle-wake-up-call/2023-08-22T05:04:36+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2020/02/07/we-want-to-hear-from-you/2023-08-22T05:04:36+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2020/02/17/cockatiel-forages-a-wild-corn-muffin/2023-08-22T05:04:36+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2020/03/09/cockatiel-falls-in-love-with-waffle/2023-08-22T05:04:36+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2020/03/23/cute-birb-lasagna-takeover/2023-08-22T05:04:36+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2020/03/30/cockatiel-digs-into-his-grandmas-homemade-english-muffin/2023-08-22T05:04:36+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2020/04/01/redfoot-tortoise-diet-calcium-phosphorus-oxalates-and-more/2024-01-30T00:50:14+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2020/05/14/cockatiel-waffle-power/2023-08-22T05:04:36+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2019/07/08/day-154-making-the-hop/2023-08-22T05:04:35+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2019/07/20/day-166-supersizing/2023-08-22T05:04:35+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2019/08/10/day-187-cockatiel-claims-best-seat/2023-08-22T05:04:35+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2019/09/07/day-215-emotional-support-tortoise/2023-08-22T05:04:35+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2019/10/24/day-262-cockatiel-small-chef/2023-08-22T05:04:35+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2019/12/04/day-303-hibernating-box-turtle/2023-08-22T05:04:35+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2019/12/22/day-321-big-box-turtle-stretch/2023-08-22T05:04:35+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2018/10/01/monday-happys-2/2023-08-22T05:04:34+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2018/10/02/happy-birthday-to-the-tallest-tree/2023-08-22T05:04:34+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2018/10/09/tuesday-gratefuls-pearl-shannon-share-70/2023-08-22T05:04:34+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2018/10/15/monday-happys-shared-snacks/2023-08-22T05:04:34+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2018/10/23/tuesday-gratefuls-pearl-shannon-share-71/2023-08-22T05:04:34+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2018/10/26/fridays-better-with-feathers-7/2023-08-22T05:04:34+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2018/10/29/monday-happys-redecorating/2023-08-22T05:04:34+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2018/11/06/tuesday-gratefuls-pearl-shannon-share-72/2023-08-22T05:04:34+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2018/11/12/monday-happys-bring-a-friend-to-work/2023-08-22T05:04:34+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2018/11/14/wednesdays-precious-pearl-moments-9/2023-08-22T05:04:34+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2018/11/20/tuesday-gratefuls-pearl-shannon-share-73/2023-08-22T05:04:34+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2018/11/22/thursday-self-esteem-with-pearl-2/2023-08-22T05:04:34+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2018/11/22/what-pearl-wants-for-thanksgiving/2023-08-22T05:04:34+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2018/11/23/fridays-better-with-feathers-9/2023-08-22T05:04:34+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2018/11/26/monday-happys-holiday-leftovers/2023-08-22T05:04:34+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2018/11/28/wednesdays-precious-pearl-moments-10/2023-08-22T05:04:34+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2018/12/04/tuesday-gratefuls-pearl-shannon-share-74/2023-08-22T05:04:34+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2018/12/06/thursday-self-esteem-with-pearl-3/2023-08-22T05:04:34+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2018/12/07/fridays-better-with-feathers-10/2023-08-22T05:04:34+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2018/12/10/monday-happys-bearer-of-biscuits/2023-08-22T05:04:34+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2018/12/12/wednesdays-precious-pearl-moments-11/2023-08-22T05:04:34+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2018/12/15/malti-explains-redfoot-tortoises-soaking-part-2/2023-08-22T05:04:34+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2018/12/18/tuesday-gratefuls-pearl-shannon-share-75/2023-08-22T05:04:34+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2018/12/20/thursday-self-esteem-with-pearl-4/2023-08-22T05:04:34+00:00monthlyhttps://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enjoying a warm water soak in her indoor bath basin...as you can see, she has brought snacks.2023-08-22T04:51:53+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2018/01/06/malti-explains-redfoot-tortoises-squirming/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/maltiindoorhabitat.jpgMaltiIndoorHabitatMalti, snoozing away under her heat lamp "post fall."2023-08-22T04:51:52+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2018/01/13/malti-explains-redfoot-tortoises-curiosity/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/maltiwagonwheel.jpgMaltiWagonWheelMalti giving a wheelbarrow in our backyard a close visual inspection.2023-08-22T04:51:52+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2017/12/17/bruce-explains-box-turtles-timing-hibernation/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/bruce_bighay.jpgBruce_BigHayBruce sitting on top of a whole lot of fresh hay inside his outdoor enclosure.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/bruce_inhay.jpgBruce_InHayBruce half-in and half-out of his hay as he picks just the right moment to start his brumation.2023-08-22T04:51:50+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2017/12/03/malti-explains-redfooted-tortoises-pyramiding/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/brucenopyramiding.jpgBruceNoPyramidingFor contrast, notice how smooth and even Bruce's shell is....his own wild box turtle wisdom made sure he got all of his light, humidity and nutrient needs met when he was growing up!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/maltipyramiding.jpgMaltiPyramidingThe raised "bumpy" looking portions on the top of Malti's shell is where the pyramiding happened earlier in her life. This is what we are doing our best to correct now!2023-08-22T04:51:48+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2017/11/25/bruce-explains-box-turtles-diet/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/brucemealwormhunt.jpgBruceMealwormHuntBruce catches (and dispatches) a plump, juicy, wriggling mealworm.2023-08-22T04:51:47+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2017/11/18/bruce-explains-box-turtles-hibernation-brumation/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/brucebrumation7.jpgBruceBrumation7Bruce, emerging from his first brumation in captivity and looking good!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/brucebrumation6.jpgBruceBrumation6Yup....I did dig Bruce up after it rained really hard to check on him!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/brucebrumation1.jpgBruceBrumation1Bruce, preparing to brumate by burrowing down deep in his hay.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/bruceleaflitter.jpgBruceLeafLitterBruce, digging down under his leaf litter at night...a sure sign that he is preparing to brumate for the cold season!2023-08-22T04:51:46+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2017/11/19/malti-explains-redfooted-tortoises-shell-scratches/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/malti_newscutes.jpgMalti_NewScutesIf you look closely along the very bottom of Malti's shell, you can see the semi-translucent keratin scutes developing. I think this is what makes her shell itch!2023-08-22T04:51:46+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2017/11/11/bruce-explains-box-turtles-swimming/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/bruceswimming.jpgBruceSwimmingBruce, getting a lot of mileage out of his personal in-habitat shallow swimming pool!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/bruceswimmingpool.jpgBruceSwimmingPoolBruce chilling at his personal watering hole....2023-08-22T04:51:45+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2017/11/12/malti-explains-redfooted-tortoises-opportunistic-feeding/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/maltihandfedmealworm.jpgMaltiHandfedMealwormMalti is a plate-cleaner, pure and simple. But when crispy freeze-dried mealworms are on the menu, I have to watch her to make sure she doesn't eat the plate too!2023-08-22T04:51:45+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2017/10/01/malti-explains-redfooted-tortoises-the-shell/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/maltiforaginglawn.jpgMaltiForagingLawnA lovely aerial view of Malti's developing top shell, or carapace, with its dark coal-like base color and glowing coal centers.2023-08-22T04:51:40+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2017/10/08/malti-explains-redfooted-tortoises-girl-versus-boy/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/maltiredbath.jpgMaltiRedBathMalti displays her (freshly bathed) round circle-like maturing top shell, or carapace.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/malticlimbscave_edit.jpgMaltiClimbsCave_editMalti shows off her smooth, straight under-shell (plastron).2023-08-22T04:51:40+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2017/10/15/malti-explains-redfooted-tortoises-size-at-maturity/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/maltithennow.jpgMaltiThenNowMalti on Day 1...and Malti now, 3 years later!2023-08-22T04:51:40+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2017/10/22/malti-explains-redfooted-tortoises-diet/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/maltimango.jpgMaltiMangoMalti with her face full of fresh MANGO. YUM.2023-08-22T04:51:40+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2017/10/29/malti-explains-redfooted-tortoises-veterinary-care/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/maltivetjan2015_4.jpgMaltiVetJan2015_4An X-ray of Malti's lungs during her growing medical crisis....if only I had realized just had serious things had gotten!2023-08-22T04:51:40+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2017/11/05/malti-explains-redfooted-tortoises-environment/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/maltimosshiding.jpgMaltiMossHidingMalti, hiding by burrowing under hear dirt, leaf litter and sphagnum moss (a favorite since she was a baby).https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/tortforttops.jpgTortFortTopsBruce's and Malti's tort forts packed with greenery and predator-proofed with mesh wire.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/tortfortduo.jpgTortFortDuoMalti's outdoor tort fort is on the left and Bruce's is on the right.2023-08-22T04:51:40+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2017/09/17/about-malti-explains-redfooted-tortoises/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/malti_crop.jpgMalti_cropMalti, our flock's beautiful young red footed tortoise.2023-08-22T04:51:39+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2017/09/24/malti-explains-redfooted-tortoises-red-dots/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/maltiwelcomemat.jpgMaltiWelcomeMatMalti shows off a robust collection of colorful red dots on her feet, legs, neck, head and face.2023-08-22T04:51:39+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2017/11/04/bruce-explains-box-turtles-the-shell/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/brucebathhand.jpgBruceBathhandBruce shows off his living, breathing shell system...freshly bathed, in this case.2023-08-22T04:51:39+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2017/09/16/about-bruce-explains-box-turtles/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/turtlelivesmatterboth.jpgTurtleLivesMatterBothhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/boxturtle_side1.jpgBoxTurtle_SideBruce getting weighed and measured on his "rescue day" here at Casa Feathers n Beak n Shells.2023-08-22T04:51:38+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2017/09/23/bruce-explains-box-turtles-rescuing/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/boxturtle_front.jpgBoxTurtle_FrontBruce, my brave, independent, shy, determined box turtle on his "rescue day."2023-08-22T04:51:38+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2017/09/30/bruce-explains-box-turtles-3-toes/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/boxturtle_side21.jpgBoxTurtle_Side2A very patient Bruce permits his mommy to photograph his front foot (with 4 toes) and his back foot (with 3 toes) for species verification on his rescue day.2023-08-22T04:51:38+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2017/10/07/bruce-explains-box-turtles-shell-color/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/boxturtle_alligator2.jpgBoxTurtle_Alligator2Bruce, displaying the lovely olive-tan shell, bright orange cheek patches, ivory face and neck skin and wonderful dot pattern on his front legs.2023-08-22T04:51:38+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2017/10/14/bruce-explains-box-turtles-boy-versus-girl/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/boxturtle_plastronfront.jpgBoxTurtle_PlastronFrontBruce displays the longer tail with the cloaca (opening) farther away from the shell that is another clear sign of "boy box turtle."https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/boxturtle_sideplastron.jpgBoxTurtle_SidePlastronBruce shows off the slightly concave indentation in the middle of his under-shell, or plastron....a clear sign of "boy box turtle."2023-08-22T04:51:38+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2017/10/21/bruce-explains-box-turtles-about-the-box/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/brucehalfclosed.jpgBruceHalfClosedBruce, showing off his skills at "clamming up" by completely enclosing his body inside his shell.2023-08-22T04:51:38+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2017/10/28/bruce-explains-box-turtles-turtle-versus-tortoise-versus-terrapin/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/brucemaltinosetonose.jpgBruceMaltiNosetoNoseMalti, on the left, is a South American red footed tortoise. Bruce, of course, is a 3 toed box turtle. 2023-08-22T04:51:38+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2017/07/26/box-turtle-blues/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/brucehideswithme.jpgBruceHideswithMeBruce, cowering near my feet, post-near-bite.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/brucemaltinosetonose.jpgBruceMaltiNosetoNoseThat moment when....you think she likes you and then she tries to BITE you!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/brucefollowsmalti.jpgBruceFollowsMaltiBruce gets bolder as he follows Malti in their shared outdoor play area.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/brucespiesmalti.jpgBruceSpiesMaltiBruce spies Malti.2023-08-22T04:51:31+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2017/07/02/but-she-is-just-a-turtle/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/turtlelivesmatterboth.jpgTurtleLivesMatterBothMay 21, 2016: ‘Nuff said.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/maltibruce.jpgmaltibruceMalti (top), Bruce (bottom).https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/brucefilecabinet.jpgbrucefilecabinetBruce, sitting under my file cabinet, where he lived for 3 days (he refused to live in the temporary habitat I put together for him) until I could make a decision about what would be best for him.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/bruce_ridetovet2.jpgBruce_ridetovet2https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/bruce_ridetovet.jpgBruce_ridetovethttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/bruce_theclimb.jpgBruce_theclimbhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/malti_mommyslap.jpgMalti_MommysLap2023-08-22T04:51:29+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2017/07/02/turtle-lives-matter/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/maltigone.jpgmaltigone2023-08-22T04:51:29+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2017/07/02/what-to-do-when-your-pet-turtle-goes-missing/2025-07-21T14:38:45+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2015/03/03/day-128-action-shots-for-ladybirds/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/nestprep7.jpgNestPrep7A shot of the fetching and feathery "manbird of the nest?" Great idea, Mom!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/nestprep6.jpgNestPrep6What about you - are you in or out?https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/nestprep5.jpgNestPrep5Except for you....out you go!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/nestprep4.jpgNestPrep4By the time I'm done with you lot, the ladybirds will be swooning when they see this nest!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/nestprep3.jpgNestPrep3And most certainly you!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/nestprep2.jpgNestPrep2And you!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/nestprep1.jpgNestPrep1Yes, I'm talking about you!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/nestprep10.jpgNestPrep10These strands have clearly been up to all sorts of mischief while I've been away.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/nestprep9.jpgNestPrep9I'll just get right to work!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/nestprep8.jpgNestPrep8Okay, ready when you are, Mom!2023-08-22T03:54:16+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2015/03/25/day-150-feathering-the-nest-part-2/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/fiercemodel8.jpgFierceModel8You're afraid we will overload the ladybirds with too much cuteness and prettiness? Good point - let's stop here for today.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/fiercemodel5.jpgFierceModel5Okay, and maybe just one more.....ladybirds can never get enough "cute prettiness!"https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/fiercemodel4.jpgFierceModel4Let's do one more of "cute prettiness" - just for good measure.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/fiercemodel10.jpgFierceModel10For this shot I'll display "cute prettiness" - to help the ladybirds visualize what their chicks will look like!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/fiercemodel9.jpgFierceModel9Now one more shot of "fierce masculinity" to display my nest-guarding skills.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/fiercemodel6.jpgFierceModel6Next I'll do "nurturing cuteness" so the ladybirds can visualize me standing guard over the chicks.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/fiercemodel3.jpgFierceModel3 More subtle "fierce masculinity?" Good idea, Mom - we don't want to scare the ladybirds away!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/fiercemodel2.jpgFierceModel2I'll begin the shoot by displaying "fierce masculinity."https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/fiercemodel1.jpgFierceModel1Where is my large featherless photography assistant? Oh, there you are, Mom - I'm ready!2023-08-22T03:54:16+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/08/19/day-308-more-food-bowl-basics/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/bowltools2.jpgBowlTools2Throughout, you want to always display "fierceness" so the moocher will be too afraid to come any closer.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/bowltools5.jpgBowlTools5By using the highly classified "dip and dine" method, you can extract small servings and the moocher will be none the wiser.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/bowltools4.jpgBowlTools4As you dine in your shallow emergency "shelf bowl," always keep one eye on the dish and one eye on the decoy bowl.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/bowltools3.jpgBowlTools3While the moocher sniffs around your (empty) decoy bowl, you can dine from the source, selecting individual morsels to display so the moocher thinks you don't have much dinner.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/bowltools1.jpgBowlTools1When your food bowl is under siege from moochers, you can use it as a decoy while you dine in a more secure location.2023-08-22T03:54:15+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/09/30/day-350-keyboard-negotiations/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/keyboardstalk42.jpgKeyboardStalk4I haven't even started working on this row yet!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/keyboardstalk52.jpgKeyboardStalk5https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/keyboardstalk62.jpgKeyboardStalk6Your turn to use the computer? Nope - I'm pretty sure it's still my turn, Mom.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/keyboardstalk.jpgKeyboardStalkSo many keys, so little time.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/keyboardstalk3.jpgKeyboardStalk3This is going to be fun!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/keyboardstalk2.jpgKeyboardStalk2Let me first just assume my "sumo key wrestling stance."https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/keyboardstalk1.jpgKeyboardStalk1Haha. I call "keyboard!"2023-08-22T03:54:15+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/11/18/day-23-wicker-wheel-for-one/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/wickerwheel3.jpgWickerWheel3Yes, a few more tweaks and I will have it looking perfect.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/wickerwheel4.jpgWickerWheel4It's a good thing I'm so skilled at "remodeling" so I can get some man cave time without the flock complaining.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/wickerwheel2.jpgWickerWheel2Ah, yes. I was just making some minor adjustments to this section over here.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/wickerwheel5.jpgWickerWheel5Hmmmm. Where did I leave off last time?https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/wickerwheel1.jpgWickerWheel1I am feeling the need for some "manly manbird" time.2023-08-22T03:54:15+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/11/20/day-25-courses-101/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/course23_2.jpgCourse23_2Here comes my large featherless so-called waitress now.....lucky for her, a suave solo manly manbird such as myself is not given to "customer complaints."https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/course23_3.jpgCourse23_3Delicious as always - but yet again, the presentation leaves something to be desired.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/course23_1.jpgCourse23_1I can see my second course right here - I guess I'll have to serve myself.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/course23_7.jpgCourse23_7I'll bet even Bond couldn't solve "the case of the mysterious disappearing waitress."https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/course23_6.jpgCourse23_6I think I've enjoyed this dish to the fullest.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/course23_4.jpgCourse23_4I guess my waitress has yet to get acquainted with "appetizer plates."https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/course23_5.jpgCourse23_5I'll just sip and savor - "Bond" connoisseur style.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/course23_8.jpgCourse23_8Well this dish looks lovely. At least my waitress put it in front of the right diner this time.2023-08-22T03:54:15+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/11/23/day-28-how-to-eat-a-waffle-part-ii/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/howtoeatawaffle14.jpgHowtoEataWaffle14With the crowd waiting with held breath, he announces, "I have it! It is the Small Chef - I would know her waffles anywhere!"https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/howtoeatawaffle16.jpgHowtoEataWaffle16The world-renowned gourmand pauses to process his findings.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/howtoeatawaffle13.jpgHowtoEataWaffle13The gourmand frequently follows this up with the tiniest of nibbles....just for confirmation.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/howtoeatawaffle10.jpgHowtoEataWaffle10Here, the expert uses cere, feathers, tongue, beak, eyes, and ears to detect the singular signature of the waffle's chef.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/howtoeatawaffle12.jpgHowtoEataWaffle12This next test is all about a waffle's singular signature - a true gourmand can tell which chef made the waffle by taste alone!2023-08-22T03:54:15+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/12/01/day-36-helping-mom-in-the-kitchen/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/grapebag2.jpgGrapeBag2Since her palate isn't as developed as mine, I'll probably just let her have those and I'll take the tastier brown and crinkly bits for myself.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/grapebag1.jpgGrapeBag1As far as the contents - on the plus side, I just saw her pop a couple of these green things in her mouth as-is. https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/grapebag6.jpgGrapeBag6And these heavenly brown strips - they have a soft "woodsy" taste I just love.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/grapebag7.jpgGrapeBag7For instance, typically she totally ignores this crinkly, crisp, fresh outer covering.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/grapebag8.jpgGrapeBag8She isn't very good at figuring out which things are the tastiest.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/grapebag9.jpgGrapeBag9I'd better check it out before Mom gets her hands on it.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/grapebag10.jpgGrapeBag10Well this looks.....interesting.2023-08-22T03:54:15+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/12/14/day-49-more-fan-mail/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/ellencookvideo2.jpgEllenCookvideo2A "training video," you say? Oh good - I've been meaning to enroll you in some more training. Please thank her for me!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/ellencookvideo4.jpgEllenCookvideo4Not only does the paper look thick and crispy, but the cover model is unusually good looking.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/ellencookvideo5.jpgEllenCookvideo5She sure has great taste in cover art!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/ellencookvideo6.jpgEllenCookvideo6Wow. A fan sent all this for me?2023-08-22T03:54:15+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2015/01/23/day-89-savor-the-flavor/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/deliciouswaffle7.jpgDeliciousWaffle7TAKEN. T.A.K.E.N. Mooooom!!!!!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/deliciouswaffle6.jpgDeliciousWaffle6Scrumptiously unique.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/deliciouswaffle5.jpgDeliciousWaffle5So uniquely scrumptious.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/deliciouswaffle4.jpgDeliciousWaffle4Ah yes....nom, nom, nom.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/deliciouswaffle3.jpgDeliciousWaffle3Now where was I....?https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/deliciouswaffle2.jpgDeliciousWaffle2Hello. This waffle's taken. T.A.K.E.N. Now is a good time to back away.2023-08-22T03:54:15+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2015/01/26/day-92-the-spoils-of-battle/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/pizzapostvet9.jpgPizzaPostVet9You make sure and let her know that, okay, Mom? Oh, and you can wrap the rest of my spoils "to go."https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/pizzapostvet1.jpgPizzaPostVet1I'm gonna let her know who is boss!!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/pizzapostvet4.jpgPizzaPostVet4Next time I see that vet, she'd better watch her step!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/pizzapostvet2.jpgPizzaPostVet2My V.E.T. visit, my spoils, Mom!!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/pizzapostvet8.jpgPizzaPostVet8Nom, nom, nom....https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/pizzapostvet10.jpgPizzaPostVet10I'll just take them for a test drive.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/pizzapostvet7.jpgPizzaPostVet7I agree, Grandpa - these are some fine-looking spoils!!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/pizzapostvet5.jpgPizzaPostVet5I know you've had a hard day, but wait til you see what your Grandma made for you!2023-08-22T03:54:15+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2015/02/26/day-123-predatory-fame/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/breadpreypose2.jpgBreadPreyPose2Some people still don't know about me? How many? Two? Three? Okay - I'll do it for them.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/breadpreypose4.jpgBreadPreyPose4But I'm already a famous predator! What am I missing here?https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/breadpreypose3.jpgBreadPreyPose3A "post-ingestion photo shoot?" To decide if I have what it takes to be a famous predator?https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/breadpreypose1.jpgBreadPreyPose1 But I'm full, Mom. Why can't I just climb down?2023-08-22T03:54:15+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2015/02/27/day-124-looking-for-ladybirds/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/lawnmd7.jpgLawnMD7How's this? Mom? Mom? MOM....passing out from cuteness isn't going to help either of us here!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/lawnmd5.jpgLawnMD5Even more? I'm on it!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/lawnmd6.jpgLawnMD6More cuteness? Good idea, Mom - I can do that!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/lawnmd4.jpgLawnMD4You've got to play it more cool to catch a ladybird's eye.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/lawnmd3.jpgLawnMD3Ooooh! I think I see a competitor! He is grey and white like me. But his song is crazy - I can't imagine a ladybird going for all that.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/lawnmd1.jpgLawnMD1Um, Mom.....yes, that's right. Go sit over there where the ladybirds won't see you.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/lawnmd2.jpgLawnMD2Yes, this is a great spot, Mom. Thanks.2023-08-22T03:54:15+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/02/20/day-128-subterfuge/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pearlbasil4.jpgPearlBasil4The hardest to reach leaves are always the most delicate and delicious.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pearlbasil1.jpgPearlBasil1Boy, this is quite tasty.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pearlbasil3.jpgPearlBasil3And she's not even looking my way!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pearlbasil2.jpgPearlBasil2Wow. 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towel optional but always appreciatedhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/dadpearlgrey.jpgDadPearlGrey2019-08-03T00:32:18+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/02/09/what-gets-me-out-of-bed-in-the-morning/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearlam.jpgPearlAMThis one is called "I'm So Pretty".2019-08-03T00:32:18+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/02/12/warm-bird-cold-bird/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearlheater3.jpgPearlHeater3https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearlheater2.jpgPearlHeater2https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearlheater1.jpgPearlHeater1https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearlcold.jpgPearlCold2019-08-03T00:32:17+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/02/17/the-voice/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearlthevoice2.jpgPearlTheVoice2The Voice's breakthrough contestant just moments before his winning performance.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearlthevoice.jpgPearlTheVoice2019-08-03T00:32:17+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/02/21/st-francs-of-houston/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/mommorganpearlpizzelle.jpgMomMorganPearlPizzelleSt. Francis of Houston feeds her "flock"https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/morganmompizzelle.jpgMorganMomPizzellehttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/pearlmompizzelle.jpgPearlMomPizzelleA homemade pizzelle fresh from Mom's new waffle ironhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/pearlmomkitchen.jpgPearlMomKitchen2019-08-03T00:32:17+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/02/28/the-8th-wonder-of-the-world/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/pearl_birdglasses.jpgPearl_BirdGlassesMommy and birdie enjoy some quality bonding time.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/pearl_birdglassescrop.jpgPearl_BirdGlassescrophttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/pearl2_1.jpgpearl2_1Rope ladder moves.2019-08-03T00:32:17+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/02/28/anything-worth-doing/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/pearlwaffle3.jpgPearlWaffle3https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/pearlwaffle2.jpgPearlWaffle2https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/pearlwaffle1.jpgPearlWaffle12019-08-03T00:32:17+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/03/06/daddys-girl/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/pearldad.jpgPearlDadGetting ready to chew up some tasty newspaper.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/dadpearl.jpgDadPearl2019-08-03T00:32:17+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/03/10/theres-always-a-bigger-bird/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/pearlbigbird.jpgPearlBigBirdhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/pearlsettee1.jpgPearlSettee1Pay particular attention to the rather ragged looking section to the left of her feet.2019-08-03T00:32:17+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/03/11/the-littlest-pterodactyl/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/titmouse1.jpgTitmouseA tufted Titmousehttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/chickadee.jpgChickadeeA Chickadeehttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/titmouse.jpgTitmouseA tufted Titmousehttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/archaeopteryx_skeleton.jpgarchaeopteryx_skeletonAn Archaeopteryx (aka the "First Bird")https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/chickens.jpgChickenshttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/trex.jpgTrexhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/velociraptor.jpgVelociraptorhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/chickadee.jpgChickadeehttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/titmouse.jpgTitmousehttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearltowelrack.jpgPearlTowelRack2019-08-03T00:32:17+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/03/13/spring-cleaning/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/pearlclosetcloseup.jpgPearlClosetCloseUphttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/pearlstretching.jpgPearlStretching2019-08-03T00:32:16+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/03/15/the-nap-champion/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearlasleep2.jpgPearlAsleep2https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearlasleep1.jpgPearlAsleep12019-08-03T00:32:16+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/03/27/the-mashed-potato-quee/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/pearlmashedpotatoes2.jpgPearlMashedPotatoes2https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/pearlmashedpotatoes1.jpgPearlMashedPotatoes1The mashed potato queen dining at Mommy's plate.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/pearlmashpotatoes2.jpgPearlMashPotatoes2https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/pearlmashpotatoes.jpgPearlMashPotatoesThe mashed potato queen dining.2019-08-03T00:32:16+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/04/03/the-great-destroyer/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearlmagazines.jpgPearlMagazineshttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearlincensestick.jpgPearlIncenseStickhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearlinbasket1.jpgPearlinBasket1https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/tailbasket.jpgTailBaskethttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearlbasket.jpgPearlBasket2019-08-03T00:32:16+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/04/10/my-toothbrush-my-friend/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearllistening.jpgPearlListeninghttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearltoothbrush.jpgPearlToothbrushhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/toothbrush.jpgToothbrush2019-08-03T00:32:16+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/04/17/shiny-tasty-things/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearlpan4.jpgPearlPan4https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearlpan2.jpgPearlPan2My shiny pan. MINE.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearlpan1.jpgPearlPan12019-08-03T00:32:16+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/04/20/the-wild-parrots-of-telegraph-hill/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/wildparrotsexcerpt.jpgWildParrotsExcerptThe wild parrots in action.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/wildparrotsoftelegraphhill.jpgWildParrotsofTelegraphHillThe documentary film on DVD by Judy Irving with Mark Bittnerhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/thewildparrotsoftelegraphhill.jpgTheWildParrotsofTelegraphHillhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/mepearlkiss.jpgMePearlKissMommy and birdie reunited.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/parrots_gathered.jpgparrots_gatheredThe wild parrots - photo from http://www.markbittner.net/wild_parrots_book.htmlhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/wildparrotsoftelegraphhill.jpgWildParrotsofTelegraphHill2019-08-03T00:32:16+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/04/24/are-we-there-yet/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearlcarcage21.jpgPearlCarCage2https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearlcarcage2.jpgPearlCarCage2https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearlcarcage.jpgPearlCarCageThe avian version of "are we there yet?"https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearlcarcage3.jpgPearlCarCage32019-08-03T00:32:16+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/05/01/beak-to-beak/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/beaktobeak21.jpgBeaktoBeak2Mommy and birdie, beak to beak.2019-08-03T00:32:16+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/05/08/mamas-feathery-helper/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearllemonade4.jpgPearlLemonade4Fresh lemonade a la Pearl.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearllemonade2.jpgPearlLemonade2Yup. Looks like we are right on schedule.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearllemonade1.jpgPearlLemonade1Juicer. Check. Lemons. Check. Bird. Check.2019-08-03T00:32:15+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/05/15/the-case-of-the-mysterious-escaping-feathers/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/pearlmolt2.jpgPearlMolt2Who me? Feathers? What feathers? Oh. THOSE feathers. https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/pearlmolt1.jpgPearlMolt1Feathers? What feathers?https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/molt.jpgMoltIt's snowing feathers. Again.2019-08-03T00:32:15+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/05/19/what-a-bird-and-a-gourd-have-in-common/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlmicrowave.jpgPearlMicrowavehttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/birdgourd.jpgBirdGourd2019-08-03T00:32:15+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/05/20/escape-to-waffle-mountain/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/ec1aa-pearlwafflemania21.jpgpearlwafflemania21https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/pearlwafflemania21.jpgPearlWafflemania2https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/pearlwafflemania31.jpgPearlWafflemania3https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/pearlwafflemania3.jpgPearlWafflemania3https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/pearlwafflemania2.jpgPearlWafflemania2https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/pearlwafflemania.jpgPearlWafflemaniahttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/wafflemountain.jpgWafflemountain2019-08-03T00:32:15+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/05/22/what-peanuts/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/pearl_peanuts1_web.jpgPearl_Peanuts1_webhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/pearl_peanuts2_web1.jpgPearl_Peanuts2_webhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/pearl_peanuts2_web.jpgPearl_Peanuts2_web2019-08-03T00:32:15+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/05/29/the-world-famous-neck-scratch-technique/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearlneckscratch7.jpgPearlNeckScratch7https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearlneckscratch31.jpgPearlNeckScratch3https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearlneckscratch3.jpgPearlNeckScratch3https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearlneckscratch6.jpgPearlNeckScratch6https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearlneckscratch5.jpgPearlNeckScratch5https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearlneckscratch4.jpgPearlNeckScratch4https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearlneckscratch2.jpgPearlNeckScratch2https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearlneckscratch1.jpgPearlNeckScratch12019-08-03T00:32:15+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/06/05/impatience-is-a-virtue/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearlbowl2.jpgPearlBowl2https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/pearlbowl.jpgPearlBowlMillet. Check. Sunflower seeds. Check. Grape Nuts. Check. Ready, set,.....2019-08-03T00:32:15+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/06/09/introductions-books-flicks-with-wings/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/pearlbirdbooks.jpgPearlBirdBooksA certain small literary avian pondering a stack of some absolute classics.2019-08-03T00:32:15+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/06/10/alex-me/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/pearlflirtcheerios.jpgPearlFlirtCheeriosThe coy hunter pretends disinterest for nearby victuals.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/alex-and-me.jpgalex-and-mehttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/alex-grey-pepper-lg.jpgalex-grey-pepper-lgAlex demonstrating to Dr. Pepperberg his ability to name colors and shapes, and combine those concepts together to answer questions. https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/drpepperbergalex.jpgDrPepperbergAlexDr. Pepperberg. Avian Learning Experiment (aka Alex).2019-08-03T00:32:15+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/06/12/whats-yours-is-mine/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/pearlgrilledcheese4.jpgPearlGrilledCheese4https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/pearlgrilledcheese31.jpgPearlGrilledCheese3https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/pearlgrilledcheese3.jpgPearlGrilledCheese3https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/pearlgrilledcheese21.jpgPearlGrilledCheese2https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/pearlgrilledcheese2.jpgPearlGrilledCheese2https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/pearlgrilledcheese1.jpgPearlGrilledCheese12019-08-03T00:32:14+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/06/14/rio/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/bigwingseasterweekend_crop.jpgBigWingsEasterWeekend_cropMommy and her birdie (who is displaying "big wings").https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/rio_linda_blu.jpgRio_Linda_Bluhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/rio-movie-poster.jpgRio-Movie-Poster2019-08-03T00:32:14+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/06/19/mutual-admiration-society/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/pearlmom.jpgPearlMomMy bird. My mom. https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/pearldadfd2012.jpgPearlDadFD20122019-08-03T00:32:14+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/06/19/things-that-make-me-happy/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/nightheron.jpgNightHeronI call this one "Night Heron on Profile". And why yes I was the photographer. ;-)https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/rainforestcafecup.jpgRainforestCafeCupA (very well chosen) gift from the bro.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/twodovesroof.jpgTwoDovesRoofMy roof has been adopted by a flock of doves. These two sat like this, beak to beak, for an hour one afternoon.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/themarketcandle.jpgTheMarketCandlehttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/pearleggsbenedict.jpgPearlEggsBenedictThe Olympic plate-surfing champion shows "the Fam" how it's done.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/pearlcoffeetogo.jpgPearlCoffeeToGoCoffee cup and avian facing off for yet another round of "who does Mommy love more?"https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/houstonthunderstorm.jpgHoustonThunderstormhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/pearllaptopreflection.jpgPearlLaptopReflectionSomeone small with grey feathers admiring a small feathery grey reflection in my MacBook Pro.2019-08-03T00:32:14+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/06/21/wesley-the-owl/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/pearlkiss1.jpgPearlKiss1Pearl. Mommy. https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/staceywesportrait22.jpgStaceyWesPortrait22Stacey. Wesley.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/wesleybookcover.jpgWesleyBookCover"Wesley the Owl: The Remarkable Love Story of an Owl and His Girl"2019-08-03T00:32:14+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/06/26/the-quality-control-expert/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/pearlenglishmuffin.jpgPearlEnglishMuffinhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/pearlutensils4.jpgPearlUtensils4The quality control expert tests the waffle-making implements for overall shininess and durability.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/pearlutensils3.jpgPearlUtensils3https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/pearlutensils2.jpgPearlUtensils2https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/pearlutensils1.jpgPearlUtensils12019-08-03T00:32:14+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/06/28/the-parrot-who-owns-me/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/3birds.jpg3BirdsMr. I'm-So-Pretty and his court.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/tikoowls.jpgTikoOwlsTiko, with his surrogate "flock". Owls, of course, don't flock in the wild, but green parrots do. Tiko quite naturally took the role of alpha male.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/tikojoannamichael.jpgTikoJoannaMichaelTiko has a jealous streak.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/theparrotwhoownsme.jpgTheParrotWhoOwnsMe"The Parrot Who Owns Me: The Story of a Relationship" by Dr. Joanna Berger with Tiko2024-09-05T18:22:31+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/06/28/now-you-see-m/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/pearlhidenseek5.jpgPearlHideNSeek5"Yup. I'll show her. I can hide from her anytime I want to."https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/pearlhidenseek4.jpgPearlHideNSeek4https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/pearlhidenseek21.jpgPearlHideNSeek2"And a cute cockatiel beeeeeeak......"https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/pearlhidenseek1.jpgPearlHideNSeek1"I see feeeeeeeeeet....."2019-08-03T00:32:14+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/07/03/just-three-sea-creatures/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearldolphin2.jpgPearlDolphin2And the bird next to it has an interesting, shiny, hard shell. What a find!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearldolphin1.jpgPearlDolphin1Just three sea creatures hanging out.2019-08-03T00:32:14+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/07/10/my-bird-my-boss/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlsurveying2.jpgPearlSurveyingI'll take a closer look first.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlsurveying1.jpgPearlSurveyinghttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlchewinglaptop.jpgPearlChewingLaptophttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlchewingfiles.jpgPearlChewingFileshttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearltable.jpgPearlTableYup. Mommy's involved in a time-suck with that computer again. I'd better do something.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlsurveying.jpgPearlSurveyingHow it begins. "Yup, she's involved in a time-suck again. Better do something."2019-08-03T00:32:14+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/07/12/birdology/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/pearlpose_cropweb.jpgPearlPose_cropwebCockatiel. Neither endangered nor dangerous (thank goodness) and very very cute!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/birdology.jpgbirdology"Birdology: adventures with hip hop parrots, cantankerous cassowaries, crabby crows, peripatetic pigeons, hens, hawks and hummingbirds" by Sy Montgomeryhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/cassowary.jpgCassowaryThe cassowary. Endangered species. And widely considered to be the world's deadliest bird.2019-08-03T00:32:13+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/07/12/laffy-taffy-goes-boom/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/pearllaffytaffy4.jpgPearlLaffyTaffy4Yup. Just as I thought. "Boom!"https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/pearllaffytaffy3.jpgPearlLaffyTaffy3Clearly Mommy's been holding out on me. Now if I can just get the right grip, and calculate the trajectory accurately....https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/pearllaffytaffy2.jpgPearlLaffyTaffy2Hmmm. What's this?https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/pearllaffytaffy1.jpgPearlLaffyTaffy1Just seconds before discovery will take place.2019-08-03T00:32:13+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/07/17/the-early-bird-gets-the-worms/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlricenoodles2.jpgPearlRiceNoodles2Overpowered once again by superior avian hunting skills.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlricenoodles1.jpgPearlRiceNoodles1Stalking the "worms".https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/asianricenoodlewraps.jpgAsianRiceNoodleWrapsAsian rice noodle wraps with peanut sauce. From Whole Foods, of course.2019-08-03T00:32:13+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/07/17/birders-the-central-park-effect/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/birdersthecpe.jpgBirderstheCPEhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/birdersthecentralparkeffecthbo.jpgBirdersTheCentralParkEffectHBO2019-08-03T00:32:13+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/07/24/a-bird-and-her-blender/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlblender6.jpgPearlBlender6My blender. All mine.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlblender5.jpgPearlBlender5I'll just reach on up and....https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlblender4.jpgPearlBlender4Coast seems clear.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlblender3.jpgPearlBlender3Cool. She's not watching. Green is SO my favorite color!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlblender2.jpgPearlBlender2Assessing Mom's whereabouts.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlblender11.jpgPearlBlender1Nonchalant at first.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlblender1.jpgPearlBlender12019-08-03T00:32:13+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/07/31/family-portraits/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/mepearl.jpgMePearlPearl with Mommy (aka me). Pearl is displaying "big wings".https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/mompearl.jpgMomPearlPearl with my mom (aka the "small tree"). Mom, as primary (okay only) chef always attracts the feathered one's devotion.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/dadpearl.jpgDadPearlPearl with "the Tall Tree". At 6'3", my dad is arguably her favorite. It doesn't hurt that he often dresses in green.2019-08-03T00:32:13+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/08/07/theres-always-a-longer-bird/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlhotdog3.jpgPearlHotdog3The fearless explorer discovers a strange new species.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/ducks.jpgDucksSame odd white feathery tuft...but different body.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlhotdog2.jpgPearlHotdog2Pearl catches sight of the little white tuft on the back of the ceramic hotdog's Santa cap.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlhotdog1.jpgPearlHotdog12019-08-03T00:32:13+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/08/14/smack-the-fortune-cookie/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlfortunecookie5.jpgPearlFortuneCookie5Finally - the fortune! "Fortune said a palm can say a lot. Especially when it smacks."https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlfortunecookie4.jpgPearlFortuneCookie4Yup. I was right. It did.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlfortunecookie3.jpgPearlFortuneCookie3VERY crunchy. Bonus!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlfortunecookie2.jpgPearlFortuneCookie2Let's take it out for a spin - see what this cookie is made of.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlfortunecookie1.jpgPearlFortuneCookie1Hmmm. An unguarded fortune cookie. Nope, Mom doesn't appear to be looking.2019-08-03T00:32:13+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/08/21/the-incredible-disappearing-bird/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/birdinhand.jpgBirdinHandThis one is called "A Bird in the Hand..."https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/carpetedstairs.jpgCarpetedStairsPearl climbed this, looking for Mom. Or perhaps that lovely wide reflective mirror in Mom's temporary bathroom.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/mek.jpgMeKMe. Kerry.2019-08-03T00:32:12+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/08/23/of-a-feather/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlcrunchycheetos.jpgPearlCrunchyCheetosMy highly scientific single-bird studies yield many interesting observations of, for instance, victuals preferences.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlofafeather1.jpgPearlOfAFeatherhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlofafeather.jpgPearlOfAFeather2019-08-03T00:32:12+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/08/28/plate-surfing/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearl2feet2waffles.jpgPearl2Feet2Waffleshttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/dadpearlfeedswaffle.jpgDadPearlFeedsWafflehttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearl2waffles1.jpgPearl2Waffles1https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlwaffles1.jpgPearlWaffles1Oh, good. I was hoping it was waffles.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/dadpearleggs.jpgDadPearlEggs2019-08-03T00:32:12+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/09/04/just-like-chicken/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearleggs3.jpgPearlEggs3The (in)famous beak buildup - pre head shake.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearleggs2.jpgPearlEggs2Discovering yet another brunch delicacy.... scrambled..... eggs.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearleggs1.jpgPearlEggs1The approach.2019-08-03T00:32:12+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/09/11/the-other-help/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/pearlstapler.jpgPearlStaplerhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/pearlcomputer.jpgPearlComputerhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/pearl_deskdrawer.jpgPearl_DeskDrawer2019-08-03T00:32:12+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/09/20/life-with-ben/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/lifewithbenbook.jpgLifeWithBenBookhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/benjack.jpgBenJackBen hanging with Jack, Jessica's blue parakeet.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/ben.jpgBenBen - a beautiful green parrot. His owner passed away and that is when he was sent back to the pet shop, where Jessica met him.2019-08-03T00:32:12+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/09/26/americas-next-top-avian-model/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlcamera5.jpgPearlCamera5We call this one "pensive".https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlcamera4.jpgPearlCamera4https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlcamera3.jpgPearlCamera3https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlcamera2.jpgPearlCamera2https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlgoodmorningcamera.jpgPearlGoodMorningCamera2019-08-03T00:32:12+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/10/02/wild-at-heart/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearloutside2.jpgPearlOutside2Whenever she sees a bird or butterfly zoom by, her crest goes up, her eyes get wide, and all her feathers flatten. https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearloutside1.jpgPearlOutside1Pearl outside on my deck, listening keenly to the wild birds.2019-08-03T00:32:12+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/10/09/what-a-bird-wants-what-a-bird-needs/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/pearlneckfeathers.jpgPearlNeckFeathersNeck feathers - a nightly ritual.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearldadsneck1.jpgPearlDadsNeckhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlcagetopshower.jpgPearlCageTopShowerIt takes daily grooming to stay this pretty.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlnaturewindow.jpgPearlNatureWindowWith a permanently damaged left wing, she may never fly, but Pearl can appreciate the great outdoors as any wild bird would.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlbeakbared.jpgPearlBeakBaredV-E-T? Not me. Uh Uh.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlladder.jpgPearlLadderThe more colors, the better.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlbellykiss.jpgPearlBellyKissMommy never can resist.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlfulllengthneckscratch.jpgPearlFullLengthNeckScratchA nightly ritual.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearldadsneck.jpgPearlDadsNeckPearl sitting quietly on her perch in the "Tall Tree".https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlfinishedwaffle.jpgPearlFinishedWaffleWho me? The hole was there when I got here, Mom!2019-08-03T00:32:11+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/10/16/sad-bird-happy-bird/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/pearlincage2.jpgPearlInCage2Looking sad and querulous, and slightly accusing.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearloutofcage.jpgPearlOutofCageAn "out of cage" favorite - the "Mistress of the Universe" pose.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlincage.jpgPearlInCageLooking confined and querulous (and slightly accusing).2019-08-03T00:32:11+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/10/24/big-wings/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlpostbigwings.jpgPearlPostBigWingshttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlbigwings3.jpgPearlBigWings3https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlbigwings2.jpgPearlBigWings2https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlbigwings1.jpgPearlBigWings1Big wings warm-up.2019-08-03T00:32:11+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/10/30/the-dreaded-v-e-t/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlpostvet.jpgPearlPostVetI call this look "the wounded cockatiel". Someday Pearl will win an Academy Award for her emoting skills.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlvetbeaksmoother.jpgPearlVetBeakSmootherhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlkarenvet.jpgPearlKarenVetTrying (with maximized cuteness) to remove Karen's glasses.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlvet2.jpgPearlVet2The black ops escape artist makes a break for it.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlvet1.jpgPearlVet1First there's a play to Mommy for a sympathy vote.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/goofydrfixx.jpgGoofyDrFixxGoofy has one leg. Pearl has one working wing and is missing several claws. They are a match made in heaven - and they know it.2019-08-03T00:32:11+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/11/06/my-mommy-my-maid/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlcleancage.jpgPearlCleanCageClean again. Illuminated in soft mood lighting as any great masterpiece should be.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlcagecleaning2.jpgPearlCageCleaning2The great cage soak.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlcagecleaning1.jpgPearlCageCleaning1Dismantling the casa.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/pearlsupervisorcagecleaning.jpgPearlSupervisorCageCleaningSupervising from her "run" (the window ledge).2019-08-03T00:32:11+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/11/13/the-building-blocks-of-the-modern-day-parrot/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/sunflowerseeds3.jpgSunflowerSeeds3Better store them inside just to be safe....https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/sunflowerseeds2.jpgSunflowerSeeds2Yes. Definitely for me.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/sunflowerseeds1.jpgSunflowerSeeds1For me? ALL for me!2019-08-03T00:32:11+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/11/18/the-loud-silver-hawk/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/pearlspaday.jpgPearlSpaDayPearl. Post-spa day.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/pearlshowerheights.jpgPearlShowerHeightshttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlhairdryer3.jpgPearlHairdryer3Maybe if I hold really, really still....https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlhairdryer2.jpgPearlHairdryer2Ooooh. Nice drafts. Nice warm drafts.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlhairdryer1.jpgPearlHairdryer1Oh god, here it comes. 2019-08-03T00:32:11+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/11/27/on-the-subject-of-who-is-prettier/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/pearlme5.jpgPearlMe5The winner of this morning's "I'm So Pretty" contest is (unsurprisingly) decked out in grey and white feathers.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/pearlme4.jpgPearlMe4https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/pearlme3.jpgPearlMe3https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/pearlme2.jpgPearlMe2https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/pearlme1.jpgPearlMe12019-08-03T00:32:11+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/12/18/a-feathery-version-of-miss-manners/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/missmannersphoto.jpgMissMannersphotoMiss Mannershttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlfood3.jpgPearlFood3We'll see about that.....https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlfood2.jpgPearlFood2Uh oh....wait a minute. Who is that creature holding my bowl? She looks hungry!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlfood1.jpgPearlFood1Hand delivered. The service is excellent this morning.2019-08-03T00:32:10+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/12/26/sparkles-for-everyone/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/pearlsequinedbird2.jpgPearlSequinedBird2Until now, that is.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/pearlsequinedbird1.jpgPearlSequinedBird1Aha. The Shine Meter reading is a perfect "10". https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/pearlsequinedbird3.jpgPearlSequinedBird3All is well (and only because the unsuspecting avian has not yet spied the sparkly bird within reach).2019-08-03T00:32:10+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2012/12/31/the-parrots-lament/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/parrotslamentbook.jpgParrotsLamentBook2019-08-03T00:32:10+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/01/02/nail-claw-polish/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearlnailpolish3.jpgPearlNailpolish3Very pretty from this angle too.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearlnailpolish2.jpgPearlNailpolish2Still quite pretty, though.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearlnailpolish1.jpgPearlNailpolish1Hmmm. I look different in this one.2019-08-03T00:32:10+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/01/08/adventures-in-cheetos/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlcheetosbeak.jpgPearlCheetosBeakA glimpse of the rare "orange beaked" parrot species.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlcheetos5.jpgPearlCheetos5The daring spelunker ventures into unknown territory in search of rich prizes.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlcheetos4.jpgPearlCheetos4https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlcheetos3.jpgPearlCheetos3https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlcheetos2.jpgPearlCheetos2https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlcheetos1.jpgPearlCheetos12019-08-03T00:32:10+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/01/15/strike-a-pose/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/pearlmepurplemirror.jpgPearlMePurpleMirrorhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/pearlpurplemirror7.jpgPearlPurpleMirror7https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/pearlpurplemirror6.jpgPearlPurpleMirror6https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/pearlpurplemirror4.jpgPearlPurpleMirror4https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/pearlpurplemirror3.jpgPearlPurpleMirror3https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/pearlpurplemirror2.jpgPearlPurpleMirror2https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/pearlpurplemirro8.jpgPearlPurpleMirro8https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/pearlpurplemirror1.jpgPearlPurpleMirror12019-08-03T00:32:10+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/01/22/choices-choices/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/pearlcomputerwaffle2.jpgPearlComputerWaffle2Ooooh. An unattended waffle.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/pearlcomputerwaffle1.jpgPearlComputerWaffle1Ooooh....an unattended MacBook computer. 2019-08-03T00:32:10+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/01/25/bird-sense/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/birdsense.jpgBirdSense2019-08-03T00:32:10+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/01/29/the-art-of-the-avia-massage/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlneckmassage8.jpgPearlNeckMassage8Finally, be sure to brace the customer's head to help them keep their sense of balance while performing intensive massage patterns.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlneckmassage7.jpgPearlNeckMassage7You can also massage down across the customer's back in between the wing blades to ease tension.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlneckmassage6.jpgPearlNeckMassage6Using your thumb to massage feathers in a counter-clockwise pattern has become a favorite of late.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlneckmassage5.jpgPearlNeckMassage5Very softly pulling feathers away from the neck and back is also very enjoyable.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlneckmassage4.jpgPearlNeckMassage4You can massage the feathers clockwise back towards the neck and front towards the beak.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlneckmassage3.jpgPearlNeckMassage3Follow the customer's cues at all times. They may signal you with neck adjustments, chirps of pleasure, chirps of displeasure, and, to make sure you have no trouble distinguishing between the two, nips.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlneckmassage2.jpgPearlNeckMassage2Next, wait for the customer's cue that you should begin. If unsure, look for (un)subtle hints in the form of eye contact.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlneckmassage1.jpgPearlNeckMassage1First, ensure that the customer is comfortable and very, very relaxed. Think "coma" and you're on the right track.2019-08-03T00:32:10+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/02/05/mutual-self-admiration-society/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlshowerdoor1.jpgPearlShowerDoor1VERY shiny. And look at that lovely cockatiel - a vision!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlshowerdoor2.jpgPearlShowerDoor2Oh! And it's SHINY!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlshowerdoor3.jpgPearlShowerDoor3Yup. Yup. Good. This is a nice, high vantage point from which to survey my subjects.2019-08-03T00:32:09+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/02/12/subtlety-is-overrated/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlpantry4.jpgPearlPantry4Yup. It worked just as I thought.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlpantry3.jpgPearlPantry3Oh. Well, that food bowl looks very close. I bet if I just....https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlpantry2.jpgPearlPantry2Well, this is quite crunchy. But it is not millet. Or grape nuts cereal. Or oat groats. Or...mmmmm....sunflower seeds.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlpantry1.jpgPearlPantry1Aha. That is MY food bowl. Next to MY food supplies. In MY pantry. In MY house. There is MY mama, who is moving unacceptably slowly....I am VERY hungry....2019-08-03T00:32:09+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/02/19/dance-of-the-deep-dish-div/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/pizza61.jpgPizza6Every gal needs more red in her wardrobe.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/pizza6.jpgPizza6https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/pizza5.jpgPizza5Yes. This dish passes. (And I must say, given how delicious this dish is, it's weird how the human who was eating here doesn't seem to want her plate anymore....)https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/pizza4.jpgPizza4No effort is too great for 5-star cuisine (Grandma's, of course).https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/pizza3.jpgPizza3The guards around here don't do a very good job protecting their dinner plates.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/pizza2.jpgPizza2https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/pizza1.jpgPizza1Hmmm. A large, untended cheesy helping of carbs. 2019-08-03T00:32:09+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/02/26/hand-over-the-remote/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlremote4.jpgPearlRemote4Uh oh. A poacher approaches. MY remote. All MINE.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlremote9.jpgPearlRemote9Very comfy to the feet too. High end ergonomic, I'd say.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlremote8.jpgPearlRemote8And it has delicious springy keys. If I position my beak just so....https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlremote6.jpgPearlRemote6Yes. Clearly mine. Plus, I like the colors - although I would have gone for grey over black.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pearlremote2.jpgPearlRemote2Hmmm. I find this very interesting. That must mean it is mine.2019-08-03T00:32:09+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/03/05/shiny-things-that-go-crunc/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/pearlcheerios6.jpgPearlCheerios6Yes. I'm sure that's what it means.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/pearlcheerios5.jpgPearlCheerios5Which must mean they're meant to be mine.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/pearlcheerios4.jpgPearlCheerios4This large white bird doesn't seem interested in the Cheerios. Thank goodness.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/pearlcheerios3.jpgPearlCheerios3https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/pearlcheerios2.jpgPearlCheerios2Must. Investigate.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/pearlcheerios1.jpgPearlCheerios1Hmmm. Yup. This looks promising.2019-08-03T00:32:09+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/03/09/the-great-waffle-descent/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/pearlwaffledescent8.jpgPearlWaffleDescent8Sampling the entire surface of the waffle gives the best blend of chewiness and crunchiness (and allows the diner to fling waffle particles in all directions so others can also enjoy it.)https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/pearlwaffledescent7.jpgPearlWaffleDescent7The final step before digging in? A thorough visual inspection.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/pearlwaffledescent6.jpgPearlWaffleDescent6Once the proper preparation is confirmed, it is important to adopt the proper waffle-consumption stance.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/pearlwaffledescent5.jpgPearlWaffleDescent5The first nibble is just to assess quality and overall warmth and toastiness.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/pearlwaffledescent4.jpgPearlWaffleDescent4Position maintained, there is now a clear, straight path towards the destination.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/pearlwaffledescent3.jpgPearlWaffleDescent3Maintaining line-of-sight with the waffle at all times is very important to achieve the fastest possible arrival.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/pearlwaffledescent2.jpgPearlWaffleDescent2Next, a smooth and well-executed maneuver down the side of the cage.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/pearlwaffledescent1.jpgPearlWaffleDescent1First - a visual confirmation of the waffle location.2019-08-03T00:32:09+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/03/12/twd-total-waffle-destruction/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/pearltwd_4.jpgPearlTWD_4The waffle admits defeat. The Champion celebrates successfully defending her title.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/pearltwd_2.jpgPearlTWD_2The master of TWD (Total Waffle Destruction) administers the 'bite o' death'.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/pearltwd_11.jpgPearlTWD_1The fighter's juices are starting to flow now (literally).https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/pearltwd_3.jpgPearlTWD_3Warm up round. The waffle's still looking pretty good here.2019-08-03T00:32:09+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/03/26/death-to-strawberries/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/pearlstrawberry4.jpgPearlStrawberry4Strawberry? What strawberry?https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/pearlstrawberry3.jpgPearlStrawberry3The strawberry didn't stand a chance.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/pearlstrawberry2.jpgPearlStrawberry2But does it hold its consistency when individual leaves are separated from the stem?https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/pearlstrawberry1.jpgPearlStrawberry1Both leafy and crunchy, just as I remembered it to be.2019-08-03T00:32:09+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/04/02/what-is-white-and-grey-and-cheesy-all-over/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearlpizza7.jpgPearlPizza7I'm full - Mom, you can have it back now.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearlpizza6.jpgPearlPizza6The "full beak immersion" method really helps me enjoy it the most.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearlpizza5.jpgPearlPizza5This just keeps getting tastier.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearlpizza4.jpgPearlPizza4REALLY want it.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearlpizza3.jpgPearlPizza3I'll just let her know I want it.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearlpizza2.jpgPearlPizza2Mom isn't looking. I hope she wasn't planning to eat that.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearlpizza1.jpgPearlPizza1Oh! Fresh pizza!2019-08-03T00:32:08+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/04/09/so-you-think-you-can-dance/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearldance3.jpgPearlDance3Do the thing!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearldance2.jpgPearlDance2Yeah, baby, shake it!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearldance1.jpgPearlDance1Ooooh. A catchy number! That dance teacher's not bad either!2019-08-03T00:32:08+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/04/12/the-emotional-lives-of-animals/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/emotionallivesofanimals_marcbekoff.jpgEmotionalLivesofAnimals_MarcBekoff2019-08-03T00:32:08+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/04/16/james-bond-and-um-moneypenny/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/dadpearlsunglasses1.jpgDadPearlSunglasses1Ok. Now we can go vanquish bad guys.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/dadpearlsunglasses2.jpgDadPearlSunglasses2VERY pretty!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/dadpearlsunglasses3.jpgDadPearlSunglasses3Wow. Who is that pretty bird in Bond's sunglasses?https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/dadpearlsunglasses4.jpgDadPearlSunglasses4But first the greeting ritual must be performed.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/dadpearlsunglasses5.jpgDadPearlSunglasses5I'm sleepy. Very....hey, wait a minute! He's wearing the trench coat and black sunglasses!2019-08-03T00:32:08+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/04/23/the-waffle-emergency-response-system/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/wafflealert6.jpgWaffleAlert6And the brunch company is excellent.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/wafflealert5.jpgWaffleAlert5Quality is consistent throughout the batch.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/wafflealert4.jpgWaffleAlert4Tastes just as good as I remember from last time.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/wafflealert3.jpgWaffleAlert3Hand delivery - this is a quality establishment!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/wafflealert2.jpgWaffleAlert2Smells good from here.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/wafflealert1.jpgWaffleAlert1Large empty plate. Check.2019-08-03T00:32:08+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/04/30/power-grooming/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearlpreen1.jpgPearlPreen1Very good.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearlpreen5.jpgPearlPreen5I'm actually pretty good at this.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearlpreen4.jpgPearlPreen4She sure is concentrating (dense).https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearlpreen2.jpgPearlPreen2No? How about this, then.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearlpreen3.jpgPearlPreen3I'll see if this subtle hint will get Mom's attention.2019-08-03T00:32:08+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/05/07/shower-door-aerobics/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearlshowerdoor1.jpgPearlShowerDoor1I look very pretty in the other side of the door too!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearlshowerdoor3.jpgPearlShowerDoor3I'm not sure if I prefer "beak open" or "beak closed".https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearlshowerdoor2.jpgPearlShowerDoor2Yup. There she is again, just like last time.2019-08-03T00:32:08+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/05/11/introduction-wet-bird-couture/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/mepearlshower.jpgMePearlShower2019-08-03T00:31:50+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/05/14/just-like-spinach/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/pearlspinach4.jpgPearlSpinach4Tastes like houseplant too.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/pearlspinach3.jpgPearlSpinach3https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearlspinach2.jpgPearlSpinach2Yup. The exact same shade of green.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearlspinach1.jpgPearlSpinach1Wow! This is the same dark green color as that houseplant of Mom's I enjoy so much!2019-08-03T00:31:50+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/05/16/wet-bird-couture-the-slick-and-smooth/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/pearlslickandsmoothcrest.jpgPearlSlickandSmoothCrest2019-08-03T00:31:50+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/05/21/if-the-cracker-fits/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearlcracker4.jpgPearlCracker4That was fun - can I have another go, Mom?https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearlcracker1.jpgPearlCracker1Fits me like a glove, in fact.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearlcracker3.jpgPearlCracker3Its contents seem to be made for me too!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearlcracker2.jpgPearlCracker2It's like this package was made just for me!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearlcracker5.jpgPearlCracker5Well this is very interesting. 2019-08-03T00:31:50+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/05/23/wet-bird-couture-the-reverse-crest-mohawk/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/mohawk.jpgMohawkMohawk.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/reversemohawk.jpgReverseMohawkHere, note the artfully casual style of the back crest feathers as they seem to achieve "lift off" near the neck line.2019-08-03T00:31:50+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/05/28/dance-of-the-laptop/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/pearlmousepad.jpgPearlMousepadThe stage entry is very important to set the right tone. This move says "laptop I must get to you NOW!"https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/pearllaptopreunion3.jpgPearlLaptopReunion3This move is entitled "laptop, you are as pretty as a grey and white cockatiel!"https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/pearllaptopreunion2.jpgPearlLaptopReunion2Pearl calls this move "laptop I love you - no I really mean it!"https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/pearlkeyboardhelps_crop.jpgPearlKeyboardHelps_cropA move called "I mean it - it's MINE!"https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/pearllaptopreunion1.jpgPearlLaptopReunion1Here is a move called "hands off it's mine!"2019-08-03T00:31:50+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/06/04/the-assistant-chef/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearlspieswaffles1.jpgPearlSpiesWafflesChecking the chef's whereabouts as no breaks were authorized...https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearlmomwaffleprep3.jpgPearlMomWafflePrep3Examining the quality control of each fresh waffle as it goes onto the griddle.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearlmomwaffleprep2.jpgPearlMomWafflePrep22019-08-03T00:31:50+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/06/06/wet-bird-couture-the-bald-eagle/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/pearlshowerday.jpgPearlShowerDayThe baby bald eagle returns!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/bald_eagle_head_frontal.jpgBald_eagle_head_frontalBald eagle.2019-08-03T00:31:50+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/06/11/couscous-a-love-affair-that-will-last-forever/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/pearlcouscous3.jpgPearlCouscous3Let's see how much of this I can pile on top of my beak...https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/pearlcouscous2.jpgPearlCouscous2Beak open? Check.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/pearlcouscous1.jpgPearlCouscous1Yup. Looks good from here.2019-08-03T00:31:49+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/06/13/wet-bird-couture-the-egret/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/theegret4.jpgTheEgret4Notice the sleekness and sharp contrast of the single grey crest feather smoothed down and barely grazing the neck line.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/little_egret_taipei.jpgLittle_Egret,_TaipeiThe Egret.2019-08-03T00:31:49+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/06/18/how-to-thoroughly-enjoy-your-breakfast/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/pearlmillet4.jpgPearlMillet4https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/pearlmillet3.jpgPearlMillet3https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/pearlmillet1.jpgPearlMillet1https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/pearlmillet2.jpgPearlMillet2If breakfast tastes good in the bowl, imagine how good it will taste outside the bowl.2019-08-03T00:31:49+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/06/25/beware-of-greenbeak/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/pearllettucecarnage3.jpgPearlLettuceCarnage3"Can you get me a new one?"https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/pearllettucecarnage2.jpgPearlLettuceCarnage2"It wasn't me. I swear Mom - the lettuce just fell apart."https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/pearllettucecarnage.jpgPearlLettuceCarnageSome diners like to give a blessing before the meal. Others prefer to wait til, well, after.2019-08-03T00:31:49+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/06/27/wet-bird-couture-the-crest-pouf/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/thepouf.jpgThePoufHere, the understated slightly puffed up crest feathers create that singular arched "pouf" effect that then trail down over the neck line.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/snookipouf.jpgSnookiPoufSnooki. Wearing "the pouf."2019-08-03T00:31:49+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/06/27/its-not-easy-being-green/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/pearlbroccoli21.jpgPearlBroccoli2I'm glad Mom suddenly doesn't seem to want any....this is delicious.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/pearlbroccoli3.jpgPearlBroccoli3Bite-sized too. Bonus!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/pearlbroccoli1.jpgPearlBroccoli1Hmmm. Bright green. My favorite color.2019-08-03T00:31:49+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/07/02/a-very-feathery-day/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearlbluefeathers2.jpgPearlBlueFeathers2Looks like feathers to me.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearlbluefeathers3.jpgPearlBlueFeathers3Tastes like feathers too.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pearlbluefeathers1.jpgPearlBlueFeathers1Well this is very interesting! 2019-08-03T00:31:49+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/07/09/tastes-like-spaghetti/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/pearlspaghettidinner3.jpgPearlSpaghettiDinner3Whoa! Caught a live one, Mom!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/pearlspaghettidinner21.jpgPearlSpaghettiDinner2Whohttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/pearlspaghettidinner.jpgPearlSpaghettiDinnerSoft, flexible, squishy and clearly playing dead....acts just like worms too.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/pearlspaghettidinner2.jpgPearlSpaghettiDinner2Mom calls this "spaghetti" but it looks just like worms to me.2019-08-03T00:31:49+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/07/11/wet-bird-couture-the-double-fishtail/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/thefishtail.jpgTheFishtailHere, notice how the delicate long crest feathers neatly twine around each other, gently grazing either side of the neck line.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/beyoncefishtail.jpgBeyonceFishtailBeyonce wearing "the fishtail" braid style.2019-08-03T00:31:49+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/07/12/life-with-alex-a-memoir/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/lifewithalexmoviecd.pngLifeWithAlexMovieCDhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/dvd-cover-only-2012-08-01-212x300.pngDVD-Cover-only-2012-08-01-212x300Life With Alex: A Memoirhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pearlforestfloor2.jpgPearlForestFloor2My feathery humanitarian - Mommy is so proud of him!!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pearlforestfloor1.jpgPearlForestFloor1Evolution hard at work.2019-08-03T00:31:49+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/07/16/a-late-easter-delivery/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pearlineasterbasket3.jpgPearlinEasterBasket3Let me just circle around here to get even more comfy.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pearlineasterbasket2.jpgPearlinEasterBasket2I can rearrange the straw for maximum comfort.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pearlineasterbasket1.jpgPearlInEasterBasket1Quite soft and comfy too.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pearleasterbasket.jpgPearlEasterBasketVERY cool.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/pearleasterbasketday3.jpgPearlEasterBasketDay3Wow. This looks cool.2019-08-03T00:31:48+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/07/18/what-we-love-about-watermelon/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pearlfreshwatermelon3.jpgPearlFreshWatermelon3And for a finisher of crispy-chewy plastic wrap - I wonder why Mom never wants this part?https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pearlfreshwatermelon1.jpgPearlFreshWatermelon1Yup. So refreshing as I plunge my beak in.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pearlfreshwatermelon2.jpgPearlFreshWatermelon2Boy does this look juicy and delicious. I'll just wait til Mom gets distracted.2019-08-03T00:31:48+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/07/25/wet-bird-couture-the-fabulous-heron/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pearltheheron.jpgpearltheheronhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearltheheron.jpgPearlTheHeronNotice how the deeper dark grey crest feathers flow down against the slightly upturned lighter head feathers, all the way down towards the neck line.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/greatblueheron2.jpgGreatBlueHeron22019-08-03T00:31:48+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/07/30/challenging-the-waffle-centric-palate/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/pearledamame5.jpgPearlEdamame5Blech. Let me just clear my palate on some crunchy paper.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/pearledamame4.jpgPearlEdamame4Well, Mom left it unattended....that must count for something.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/pearledamame2.jpgPearlEdamame2This does not look like waffles.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/pearledamame1.jpgPearlEdamame1Well let me just get a closer look....https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/pearledamame3.jpgPearlEdamame3What is THAT?2019-08-03T00:31:48+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/08/02/the-parrot-who-thought-she-was-a-dog/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/parrotwhothoughtshewasadog.jpgParrotWhoThoughtSheWasaDoghttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/sarahmacaw_edited-1.jpgsarahmacaw_edited-1Cute parrot. 2019-08-03T00:31:48+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/08/06/the-cheesy-crunchy-things/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/pearlnachos2.jpgPearlNachos2Aha! I figured it out! It's that cheesy stuff...with those crunchy things!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/pearlnachos1.jpgPearlNachos1I'll get a little closer.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/pearlnachos3.jpgPearlNachos3Boy. Something about this dish looks familiar. I can't quite put my finger on it.2019-08-03T00:31:48+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/08/07/a-cockatiel-for-your-cockatiel/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearltielchop1.jpgPearlTielChop1Well okay, if you say it's safe to eat this "chop" stuff...https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearltielchop3.jpgPearlTielChop3You know, you're quite pretty. You look a lot like....me. https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearltielchop2.jpgPearlTielChop2Wait a minute. Who are you?2019-08-03T00:31:48+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/08/08/wet-bird-couture-the-pretty-pixie/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/pearlpixie.jpgPearlPixieUsing only water (and perhaps a gentle blow dry) as styling aids, take note of how the crest feathers lightly lift up and away from the neck line.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/michellewilliamspixie.jpgMichelleWilliamsPixieActress Michelle Williams wearing a pixie haircut.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/emmawatsonpixiecrop.jpgemmawatsonpixiecrop2019-08-03T00:31:48+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/08/16/the-good-good-pig/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/baby-hogwood.pngbaby-hogwoodChristopher Hogwood as a baby (he would later top 750 pounds!)https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/book-pig.pngbook-pig"The Good, Good Pig" by Sy Montgomery2019-08-03T00:31:48+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/08/20/marvelous-oatmeal-flavored-things/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/pearloatmeal2.jpgPearlOatmeal2MY oatmeal. MINE.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/pearloatmeal3.jpgPearlOatmeal3Not bad at all.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/pearloatmeal1.jpgPearlOatmeal1Not bad.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/pearloatmeal4.jpgPearlOatmeal4Well this is interesting. 2019-08-03T00:31:47+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/08/20/wheatgrass-for-one/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlwheatgrass5.jpgPearlWheatgrass5And a very nice ambience to this restaurant I must say.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlwheatgrass6.jpgPearlWheatgrass6Wow. I'm surprised everyone isn't snacking on this.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlwheatgrass3.jpgPearlWheatgrass3Very tasty, as a matter of fact.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlwheatgrass1.jpgPearlWheatgrass1Yup. Tasty. https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlwheatgrass2.jpgPearlWheatgrass2Oh! Something long and green! Looks just like houseplant.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlchop2.jpgPearlChop22019-08-03T00:31:47+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/08/22/forays-into-parrot-chop/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlchop3.jpgPearlChop3I was just looking, Mom - not to worry (I hope I look casual enough).https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlchop21.jpgPearlChop2Uh oh - Mom looks displeased for some reason.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlchop1.jpgPearlChop1These plastic bags, however, are delicious.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlchop5.jpgPearlChop5Hmmm. Interesting.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlchop4.jpgPearlChop4What on earth is this?2019-08-03T00:31:47+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/08/23/mini-blinds-are-delicious/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlminiblindshards.jpgPearlMiniBlindShardsJust because these two (crunchy, flavorful) white shards LOOK like they match the missing bits of that mini-blind doesn't mean that they do, Mom.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/miniblinds.jpgMiniBlindsEither there is a tiny vampire living in our home, or someone with a sharp pointed beak just had a tasty snack.2019-08-03T00:31:47+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/08/27/snack-sharing-101/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/pearlmuffin3.jpgPearlMuffin3Excellent. Muffin part's all yours, Mom.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/pearlmuffin2.jpgPearlMuffin2But wait a minute. Let me look closer. Is that crunchy paper I see?https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/pearlmuffin1.jpgPearlMuffin1OH. A muffin. Well don't mind if I do....2019-08-03T00:31:47+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/08/29/big-bird-bowl/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearleatsmango.jpgPearlEatsMangoMango in a bowl! My favorite!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlproactivewatermelon.jpgPearlProactiveWatermelonWatermelon in a bowl! My favorite!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlpastacheesebowl.jpgPearlPastaCheeseBowlPasta and parmesan in a bowl! My favorite!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlbroccolibowl.jpgPearlBroccoliBowlBroccoli in a bowl! My favorite!2019-08-03T00:31:47+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/09/05/wet-bird-couture-the-cravat/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/thecravatdry.jpgTheCravatDryhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/thecravat.jpgTheCravatNotice how the gently ruffled grey feathers work their way all the way up towards the neck line.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/princecravat.jpgPrinceCravatPrince. With cravat.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/cravat.jpgcravatFirst step, cravat. Second step, hangman's noose.2019-08-03T00:31:47+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/09/10/veggie-chip-maneuvers/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/pearlvegchips6.jpgPearlVegChips6Quite crunchy and delicious up close too.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/pearlvegchips5.jpgPearlVegChips5Maintains crunchiness in motion and at a distance - a good sign.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/pearlvegchips4.jpgPearlVegChips4Oh look - a crunchy green thing. Better check it out.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/pearlvegchips3.jpgPearlVegChips3It might be easier to evaluate if I separate it from the herd.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/pearlvegchips1.jpgPearlVegChips1I'll try the green one.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/pearlvegchips2.jpgPearlVegChips2Oh. Interesting! A pile of things with some green things in it.2019-08-03T00:31:47+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/09/17/a-spoon-fed-bird-is-a-well-fed-bird/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/pearlspoon4.jpgpearlspoon4https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/pearlspoon3.jpgPearlSpoon3Hmmm. What could it be....https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/pearlspoon4.jpgPearlSpoon4Whatever this is, it is delicious.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/pearlspoon1.jpgPearlSpoon1Food does taste better when it is spoon-fed.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/pearlspoon2.jpgPearlSpoon2Awww. Look at that! Mommy is offering to spoon feed me! 2019-08-03T00:31:47+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/09/19/wet-bird-couture-the-edgy-vulture/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/pearlspashower3.jpgpearlspashower3https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlspashower3.jpgPearlSpaShower3Notice how the crest feathers spike out just-so away from the top of the neck line....making the model look like, well, an edgy vulture.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/griffonvulture.jpgGriffonVultureA vulture.2019-08-03T00:31:46+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/09/20/snowball-the-dancing-cockatoo/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/snowballcockatoo-741936.jpgsnowballcockatoo-741936https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/snowballbook.jpgSnowballBook2019-08-03T00:31:46+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/09/24/the-new-cupcake-vineyards-spokesbird/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/cupcakespokesbird3.jpgCupcakeSpokesbird3I'll just give them one more example of proper emphasis.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/cupcakespokesbird2.jpgCupcakeSpokesbird2As long as there is the proper emphasis on the real star here.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/cupcakespokesbird1.jpgCupcakeSpokesbird1Hmmm. The bottle is shiny and reflective, just the way I like it. I could seriously get behind this brand.2019-08-03T00:31:46+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/10/01/fun-with-club-sandwiches/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/pearlveggieclub2.jpgPearlVeggieClub2Hopefully this will send a clearer message.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/pearlveggieclub5.jpgPearlVeggieClub5I'll just drag this off the plate so Mom understands I want it.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/pearlveggieclub4.jpgPearlVeggieClub4Oh yes. This is delicious.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/pearlveggieclub3.jpgPearlVeggieClub3Green! I love green!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/pearlveggieclub1.jpgPearlVeggieClub1Oh! A lovely veggie club sandwich!2019-08-03T00:31:46+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/10/03/wet-bird-couture-the-great-gatsby/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlgreatgatsby.jpgPearlGreatGatsbyPearl Cutts as Gatsby. Notice here how the sleek, impeccably manicured white feathers lay flawlessly smooth against the neck line.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/thegreatgatsbyredford.jpgTheGreatGatsbyRedfordRobert Redford as Gatsby. ©1974, Paramount Pictureshttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/great-gatsby-poster-leo-sm.jpggreat-gatsby-poster-leo-smLeonardo diCaprio as Gatsby.2019-08-03T00:31:46+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/10/08/the-ribbon-master/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/pearlribbonmaster5.jpgPearlRibbonMaster5When you are finished, pause to receive the thunderous applause (you may have to pause a long time here so be prepared).https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/pearlribbonmaster4.jpgPearlRibbonMaster4....and with your performance of course.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/pearlribbonmaster1.jpgPearlRibbonMaster1Wow and dazzle the audience with your cuteness - and with your performance of course.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/pearlribbonmaster2.jpgPearlRibbonMaster2Next, select a handy prop.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/pearlribbonmaster3.jpgPearlRibbonMaster3First rule of every great showman: make sure the audience is paying attention before you begin the performance.2019-08-03T00:31:46+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/10/13/a-very-feathery-reunion/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/bd4ae-pearllaptopreunion.jpgpearllaptopreunion.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/70236-pearlnest.jpgpearlnest.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/wafflecarbloading.jpgWaffleCarbLoadingWaffle. My waffle. MY waffle, Mom. MINE.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/hardboiledegg.jpgHardboiledeggOh yes - I love these delicious white round things!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pearllaptopreunion.jpgPearlLaptopReunion"Oh, laptop, I missed you so much!"https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pearlnest.jpgPearlNestRomancing the "nest."https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pearlwelcomehomekisses2.jpgPearlWelcomeHomeKisses2Birdie welcome home kisses are the BEST.2019-08-03T00:31:46+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/10/15/cockatiel-lessons/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pearlcockatiellessons.jpgPearlCockatielLessonsHmmm. Looks kinda like me....https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/cockatiellessonsbook.jpgCockatielLessonsBook2019-08-03T00:31:46+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/10/15/the-watermelon-acrobat/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlwatermelon4.jpgPearlWatermelon4Wow. That poacher's getting quite close. I'd better warn her off.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlwatermelon5.jpgPearlWatermelon5This feels better.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlwatermelon3.jpgPearlWatermelon3Really not comfortable. This does nothing for my neck.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlwatermelon1.jpgPearlWatermelon1Well, this is tasty but not comfortable.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlwatermelon2.jpgPearlWatermelon2Yup. That looks delicious. Definitely worth the effort.2019-08-03T00:31:46+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/10/16/introduction-365-days-of-pearl/2019-08-03T00:31:45+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/10/16/day-one-banana/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/tastybanana.jpgTastyBanana2019-08-03T00:31:45+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/10/17/day-two-supervision/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/e88fd-writingsupervisor.jpgwritingsupervisor.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/writingsupervisor.jpgWritingSupervisorDemonstrating "maximum cuteness" during routine supervision.2019-08-03T00:31:45+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/10/18/day-three-spelunking/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/veggiestraws.jpgVeggieStrawsIt's a good thing I keep my spelunking skills sharp - you just never know when an interesting cave might appear!2019-08-03T00:31:45+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/10/19/day-four-bowl-surfing/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/6eb3b-bananabowl.jpgbananabowl.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/7f8f4-fruitbowl.jpgfruitbowl.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/bananabowl.jpgBananaBowlAll of my bowl surfing practice sure is paying off. Fresh banana - jackpot!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/fruitbowl.jpgFruitBowlI have an excellent view from here. Everything looks tasty (and off-limits, which just makes it even tastier).2019-08-03T00:31:45+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/10/20/day-five-feathery-and-fierce/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/6d97b-inshower.jpginshower.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/inshower.jpgInShower2019-08-03T00:31:45+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/10/21/day-six-green-greens/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/handfedspinach.jpgHandFedSpinach2019-08-03T00:31:45+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/10/22/day-seven-ladybirds/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/697c3-365nest1.jpg365nest1.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/365nest3.jpg365Nest3Mom! Seriously!? Can a fine-looking feathery guy get a little space here?https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/365nest1.jpg365Nest1Shouldn't be long now.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/365nest2.jpg365Nest2Yup. Looks like everything is soft and cushy, just like the ladybirds like it.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/365laptop2.jpg365Laptop22019-08-03T00:31:45+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/10/22/avians-on-ladders/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlladdercenter4.jpgPearlLadderCenter4Finally, don't forget to look behind you (after all, you look equally pretty from behind so there are no bad seats in the house).https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlladdercenter3.jpgPearlLadderCenter3Looking to your right ensures the outdoor as well as the indoor audience is with you too.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlladdercenter2.jpgPearlLadderCenter2Next you can look to your left to be sure the audience there is watching.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlladdercenter1.jpgPearlLadderCenter1Starting with a posture of maximum cuteness gets the performance off to the right start.2019-08-03T00:31:45+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/10/23/day-eight-technology/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/365laptop3.jpg365Laptop3Poor thing - I know she's not very quick on the uptake - I'll just give her a few more minutes to figure it out.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/365laptop21.jpg365Laptop2She is really working away - she doesn't seem to notice I'm reestablishing dominance.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/365laptop1.jpg365Laptop1Man this material is solid. I keep biting and biting and nothing happens.2019-08-03T00:31:45+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/10/24/day-nine-eggs/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/hardboiledeggbrunch.jpgHardBoiledEggBrunchCandid shot of one of many highly rated boiled egg brunches on Mommy's kitchen windowsill.2019-08-03T00:31:44+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/10/24/wet-bird-couture-the-faux-hawk/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/red-tailed-hawk_681_600x450.jpgred-tailed-hawk_681_600x450A "red-tailed hawk" - and clearly a hungry one (image courtesy of National Geographic).https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pearlmoveshower.jpgPearlMoveShowerhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/aprilwoodardfauxhawk.jpgAprilWoodardFauxHawkHere, media personality April Woodard models the "Faux Hawk" style.2019-08-03T00:31:44+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/10/25/day-10-ladders/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/fbdca-pearlladder2.jpgpearlladder2.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pearlladder2.jpgPearlLadder2Someone very proud and very pretty on his way UP. Again.2019-08-03T00:31:44+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/10/26/day-11-with-parrot/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pearlhip1.jpgPearlHip1Exhibit A: Mommy's hip....with clinging parrot.2019-08-03T00:31:44+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/10/27/day-12-working/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/3a6a4-chairwork1.jpgchairwork1.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/55096-chairwork2.jpgchairwork2.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/chairwork2.jpgChairWork2See, Mom - it looks so much better now right?!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/chairwork1.jpgChairWork1A hookbilled craftsman hard at work.2019-08-03T00:31:44+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/10/28/day-13-proactive-nesting/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pearlladdernest1.jpgPearlLadderNest1Not to mention how talented and photogenic the nest owner happens to be....https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pearlladdernest2.jpgPearlLadderNest2Once the ladybirds see how soft the nest material is, they'll rush right over.2019-08-03T00:31:44+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/10/29/day-14-time-for-prettiness/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pearlbathclock3.jpgPearlBathClock3Now you try it, Mom!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pearlbathclock1.jpgPearlBathClock1Oh! Wow! Pretty!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pearlbathclock2.jpgPearlBathClock2Oh2019-08-03T00:31:44+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/10/29/i-love-sprouts/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlsprouts1.jpgPearlSprouts1Mom. Seriously? What is it?https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlsprouts2.jpgPearlSprouts22019-08-03T00:31:44+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/10/30/day-15-neck-feathers/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/6f84c-pearlwelcomehomeneckscratches4.jpgpearlwelcomehomeneckscratches4.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/c8937-pearlwelcomehomeneckscratches3.jpgpearlwelcomehomeneckscratches3.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/a3aca-pearlwelcomehomeneckscratches1.jpgpearlwelcomehomeneckscratches1.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/6a0e0-pearlwelcomehomeneckscratches2.jpgpearlwelcomehomeneckscratches2.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pearlwelcomehomeneckscratches4.jpgPearlWelcomeHomeNeckScratches4Oh perfect, Mom - you're really getting the hang of it now!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pearlwelcomehomeneckscratches3.jpgPearlWelcomeHomeNeckScratches3Now the ones on the side....both sides.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pearlwelcomehomeneckscratches2.jpgPearlWelcomeHomeNeckScratches2Yes, start with the ones in the back please.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pearlwelcomehomeneckscratches1.jpgPearlWelcomeHomeNeckScratches1Mom, I'd really like you to scratch my neck feathers now.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pearlneckscratch1.jpgPearlNeckScratch12019-08-03T00:31:44+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/01/day-17-organization/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/utensildrawer2.jpgUtensilDrawer2Man - what a MESS!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/utensilsdrawer11.jpgUtensilsDrawer1Don't worry, Mom - I'm on it!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/utensilsdrawer1.jpgUtensilsDrawer12019-08-03T00:31:43+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/02/day-18-paper/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pearlshredmemo2.jpgPearlShredMemo2I wonder why she doesn't look pleased?https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pearlshredmemo1.jpgPearlShredMemo1I saw Mom trying to make notes on this earlier. I'll just instruct her on its proper use.2019-08-03T00:31:43+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/03/day-19-reflections/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pearlclosetmirrorreflection.jpgPearlClosetMirrorReflectionA very pretty reflection - right where it always is - in Mom's closet mirror.2019-08-03T00:31:43+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/04/day-20-cereal/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/255e9-pearlezekiel1.jpgpearlezekiel1.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pearlezekiel1.jpgPearlEzekiel1A feathered being enjoying his usual tasty hand-held bowl of crunchy breakfast cereal.2019-08-03T00:31:43+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/05/day-21-parrot-breakfast/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/parrotbreakfastledge.jpgParrotBreakfastLedgeThe household breakfasting parrot, refusing to touch the banana, hard boiled egg, papaya, arugula, and swiss chard - until Mom holds it for him.2019-08-03T00:31:43+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/05/breakfast-selection-101/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlfruitbreakfast3.jpgPearlFruitBreakfast3Well I'll just wait right here for the chef to come back.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlfruitbreakfast4.jpgPearlFruitBreakfast4Mom? Care to explain?https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlfruitbreakfast5.jpgPearlFruitBreakfast5Hmmm. This is odd. Usually when I climb up onto this red cup there is something tasty inside.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlfruitbreakfast1.jpgPearlFruitBreakfast1I particularly enjoy this red sweet watery one. The clear chewy stuff it is wrapped in is pretty good too.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlfruitbreakfast2.jpgPearlFruitBreakfast2Wow. All of this looks good!2019-08-03T00:31:43+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/06/day-22-mentoring/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/7cfd6-pearlkeepcalmlovebirds.jpgpearlkeepcalmlovebirds.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pearlkeepcalmlovebirds.jpgPearlKeepCalmLoveBirdsA small feathered therapist delivers a timely public service announcement.2019-08-03T00:31:43+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/07/day-23-waffles/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pearlpostmovewaffle.jpgPearlPostMoveWaffle"Waffle, I love you and the one who gave you to me."2019-08-03T00:31:43+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/08/day-24-music/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pearlguitarbirdtoy.jpgPearlGuitarBirdToySomeone with feathers checks out the shiny new musical accompaniment device his Grandma bought him.2019-08-03T00:31:43+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/09/day-25-the-vet/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pearlvet2.jpgPearlVet2An experienced feathery escape artist maximizes his head start.2019-08-03T00:31:43+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/10/day-26-travel/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pearlsuitcase3.jpgPearlSuitcase3Guilt - a sure-fire travel inhibitor.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pearlsuitcase2.jpgPearlSuitcase2"Travel delays" in progress.2019-08-03T00:31:43+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/11/day-27-feathery-and-fierce/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/d2f09-pearlbeetgreens5.jpgpearlbeetgreens5.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/c47cc-pearlbeetgreens3.jpgpearlbeetgreens3.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/94397-pearlbeetgreens1.jpgpearlbeetgreens1.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/1950e-pearlbeetgreens6.jpgpearlbeetgreens6.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/a6b23-pearlbeetgreens4.jpgpearlbeetgreens4.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pearlbeetgreens1.jpgPearlBeetGreens1I guess they won't be coming 'round here anymore, huh, Mom?https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pearlbeetgreens3.jpgPearlBeetGreens3Hi-YAAAA!!! https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pearlbeetgreens5.jpgPearlBeetGreens5How'd you like me now, beet greens?https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pearlbeetgreens6.jpgPearlBeetGreens6Oh good, Mom's watching. I always hunt better with an audience.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pearlbeetgreens4.jpgPearlBeetGreens4Banana and beet greens. It appears they are trying to take over my ledge. I will show them who is boss.2019-08-03T00:31:42+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/12/buffet-line-etiquette/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlcheetosbowl4.jpgPearlCheetosBowl4She still hasn't moved - I'll just consume my portion right here.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlcheetosbowl3.jpgPearlCheetosBowl3Hmmm. Yes. The crunch is the same - so is the texture - the consistency - and the flavor. Definitely the same.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlcheetosbowl2.jpgPearlCheetosBowl2Well let me just sample one just be to sure it is as crunchy and delicious as I remember.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlcheetosbowl1.jpgPearlCheetosBowl1Oh yes. I remember these. These are very tasty and very crunchy. I'll have some.2019-08-03T00:31:42+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/12/day-28-seasons-and-why-we-just-need-one/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/7f7c0-pearlwinter.jpgpearlwinter.jpg?w=223https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/pearlwinter.jpgPearlWinterThe model demonstrates the "fluffy feather alert system" in action.2019-08-03T00:31:42+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/13/day-29-cuteness/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/d80cf-fluffyfeather3.jpgfluffyfeather3.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/cffc4-fluffyfeather1.jpgfluffyfeather1.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/06006-fluffyfeather2.jpgfluffyfeather2.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/fluffyfeather3.jpgFluffyFeather3Finally, it can help to look away for a moment to give the viewers time to fully take in the cuteness they've just seen.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/fluffyfeather2.jpgFluffyFeather2Because you realize it's not every day that others get to witness such cuteness, it's only polite to then offer a profile shot next.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/fluffyfeather1.jpgFluffyFeather1Fluffing the feathers and staring straight at the camera lets the audience know that you know that they know you are cute.2019-08-03T00:31:42+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/14/day-30-apple/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/apple7.jpgApple7Yup. I would eat that again. https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/apple5.jpgApple5I think it's trying to escape - but I know how to fix that.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/apple4.jpgApple4I'll just try a couple more bites.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/apple3.jpgApple3Wow. Crunchy AND fling able! Who knew?https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/apple2.jpgApple2Well, shoot - I'll just test it out myself and see.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/apple1.jpgApple1Mom, what is this? It looks crunchy but it's not seed.2019-08-03T00:31:42+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/14/wet-bird-couture-the-dragonfly/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/pearlsummershowershot.jpgPearlSummerShowerShotNotice the delicate lines of the crest as it arcs up, out and away from the body starting around the neck line. This gives the illusion of flight even when the model is stationary.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/dragonfly.jpegDragonflyA dragonfly.2019-08-03T00:31:42+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/15/day-31-wicker/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/321eb-wicker3.jpgwicker3.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/wicker3.jpgWicker3Aerial view of the cutting edge new design (again with attractive model for emphasis).https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/wicker1.jpgWicker1The model nests comfortably in his visionary repurposed wicker accommodations.2019-08-03T00:31:42+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/16/day-32-strawberry/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/c4186-strawberry2.jpgstrawberry2.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/ad0f0-strawberry1.jpgstrawberry1.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/9a833-strawberry3.jpgstrawberry3.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/strawberry2.jpgStrawberry2How do ya like me now, sucka!?!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/strawberry3.jpgStrawberry3Still feeling confident? Eh? Eh?!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/strawberry1.jpgStrawberry1Sucker thinks it can just sneak up on me. We'll see about that!2019-08-03T00:31:42+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/17/day-33-the-double-handfed/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/doublehandfed2.jpgDoubleHandfed2That is, as long as she's still watching and not trying to sneak doing something else while I eat.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/doublehandfed1.jpgDoubleHandfed1Mom's definitely getting a "5 star" rating for this breakfast.2019-08-03T00:31:42+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/18/day-34-orange/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/orange1.jpgOrange1Boy, Mom sure does look proud. Maybe I should pose just a bit longer since she has that green flashing thing out again.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/orange8.jpgOrange8Not bad at all!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/orange9.jpgOrange9This isn't half bad, Mom.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/orange5.jpgOrange5Well, well, well. What have we here....2019-08-03T00:31:42+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/19/steps-to-subduing-prey/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/foraging2.jpgForaging2Aha! Thanks to my powerful claws and sharp beak, I subdued it at last! I wonder what it is....https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/foraging1.jpgForaging1I'm not sure who made this mess but some of this is quite tasty!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/faceinbowl.jpgFaceinBowlThis is delicious. And so easy to consume - I don't even have to do anything but open my beak!2019-08-03T00:31:41+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/19/day-35-in-and-out/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/06373-pearlincereal.jpgpearlincereal.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/pearlincereal.jpgPearlInCerealLuckily I am small and svelte and feathery, so I will just go on IN.2019-08-03T00:31:41+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/20/day-36-plastic-for-everyone/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/9eb93-pearlplasticutensiils.jpgpearlplasticutensiils.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/pearlplasticutensiils.jpgPearlPlasticUtensiilsSomeone small and feathery with a plastic victim firmly in his grip.2019-08-03T00:31:41+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/21/wet-bird-couture-the-modern-monarch/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/pearlthemonarch.jpgPearlTheMonarchTake special note of how the fluffy crest and neck feathers lightly spike around the neck line.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/isabella_clara_eugenia_spain_albrecht.jpgisabella_clara_eugenia_spain_albrechtWho wouldn't be afraid to see someone in these getups walking towards them?2019-08-03T00:31:41+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/21/day-37-repurposing/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/40473-indianrice3.jpgindianrice3.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/b8cc7-indianrice2.jpgindianrice2.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/1c787-indianrice1.jpgindianrice1.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/indianrice3.jpgIndianRice3This area seems to work equally well - I will note it for next time.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/indianrice2.jpgIndianRice2This soft carpeted surface is great for capturing the rice and holding it while I select the pieces I want.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/indianrice1.jpgIndianRice1Wow, Mom - thanks! This looks delicious.2019-08-03T00:31:41+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/22/day-38-i-love-you/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/pearlwelcomehomekisses2.jpgPearlWelcomeHomeKisses2https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/pearlwelcomehomekisses1.jpgPearlWelcomeHomeKisses12019-08-03T00:31:41+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/23/day-39-hawks/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/3cdcb-pearlhawk2.jpgpearlhawk2.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/232ed-pearlhawk1.jpgpearlhawk1.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/pearlhawk2.jpgPearlHawk2Spying some white shreddable prey, he uses his 20/20 hawk vision to hone in on the most vulnerable spot.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/pearlhawk1.jpgPearlHawk1Someone fierce and feathery grips the towering tree with his sharp talons, surveying the landscape for prey.2019-08-03T00:31:41+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/24/day-40-prey/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/f7283-pearlbag3.jpgpearlbag3.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/9f732-pearlbag2.jpgpearlbag2.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/23e61-pearlbag1.jpgpearlbag1.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/pearlbag3.jpgPearlBag3Just one more swift puncture or two with my sharp curved beak and I'll get to those tasty brown things in its middle.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/pearlbag2.jpgPearlBag2Yup. This seems like a real keeper.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/pearlbag1.jpgPearlBag1Hmmm. I caught it - now let me figure out what it is.2019-08-03T00:31:41+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/25/day-41-patience/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/cd011-unpeeledegg1.jpgunpeeledegg1.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/1511c-unpeeledegg2.jpgunpeeledegg2.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/unpeeledegg2.jpgUnpeeledEgg2https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/unpeeledegg1.jpgUnpeeledEgg1I'm glad she finally got my hint to stop trying to peel. She was interfering with my meal.2019-08-03T00:31:41+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/26/comfort-food-with-a-side-of-feathers/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlcomfortfood4.jpgPearlComfortFood4Much better.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlcomfortfood3.jpgPearlComfortFood3You know, I am starting to feel better already.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlcomfortfood5.jpgPearlComfortFood5Waffles, oh how I love you.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlcomfortfood2.jpgPearlComfortFood2As long as the large lurking featherless poacher steers clear. I'll give her the "this is mine" stare so she gets the message.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlcomfortfood1.jpgPearlComfortFood1Mmmmmm. Mine. All MINE.2019-08-03T00:31:40+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/26/day-42-poker-face/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/foodbowlpokerface.jpgFoodBowlPokerFaceMom, SERIOUSLY? I ordered waffles. W.A.F.F.L.E.S. Wah-FULL-uhs. Waffles.2019-08-03T00:31:40+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/27/day-43-celery/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/932c7-celery2.jpgcelery2.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/89391-celery1.jpgcelery1.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/celery2.jpgCelery2Yup, there she goes - scrambling around for the flashing thing again. Heehee!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/celery1.jpgCelery1Hmmm. Mom's never seen me try this item before. This will be fun!2019-08-03T00:31:40+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/28/day-44-cooking/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/6fa70-broccoli5.jpgbroccoli5.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/c6ed6-broccoli4.jpgbroccoli4.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/b91d3-broccoli2.jpgbroccoli2.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/broccoli5.jpgBroccoli5Now I'll display my "broccoli beak." Yup - she's putting the broccoli back in the frig (to save later for me since I like it so much). Whew.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/broccoli4.jpgBroccoli4Gotta keep her hooked - I'll take a big (cute) bite.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/broccoli2.jpgBroccoli2Thanks Mom! This looks....interesting.2019-08-03T00:31:40+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/28/happy-thanksgiving-from-pearl-and-his-mommy/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/happythanksgivingfrompearl.jpgHappyThanksgivingfromPearl2019-08-03T00:31:40+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/29/day-45-ordering-out/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/c0e90-grapes1.jpggrapes1.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/fluffyfeatherhigh.jpgFluffyFeatherHighOkay, now that I've finally got your attention....https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/grapes1.jpgGrapes1I'll also have some of this - with extra plastic bag on the side.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/pom2.jpgPom2I'll start with this dish, please.2019-08-03T00:31:40+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/11/30/day-46-mini-blinds/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/miniblindvampire.jpgMiniBlindVampireWho me? Nope - I think it is the mini-blind vampires again. They're really starting to become a problem, Mom.2019-08-03T00:31:40+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/01/day-47-born-ready/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/broccolibeak5.jpgBroccoliBeak5If all else fails (being born ready, you have a large arsenal of tactics in your toolkit) you can display "cuteness." The diner with the flashing rectangular thing won't be able to resist flashing it at you - which also frees up the dish for your enjoyment.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/broccolibeak3.jpgBroccoliBeak3The more quickly you can generate your primary weapon - the "beak buildup" - the less likely other hungry diners are to wrangle with you during the meal.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/broccolibeak1.jpgBroccoliBeak1Sticking your nose into the dish right away can instantly dampen resistance from other diners.2019-08-03T00:31:40+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/02/day-48-feathers/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/822da-molt2.jpgmolt2.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/6df76-molt1.jpgmolt1.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/molt1.jpgMolt1Yup. I don't want those anymore, Mom. You can sweep them up now.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/molt2.jpgMolt2Notice the discarded feathers (to the right of the one who has more feathers).2019-08-03T00:31:40+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/03/what-is-pretty-and-musical-and-grey-and-white-all-over/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlguitar2.jpgPearlGuitar2I can never decide if the music makes me feel prettier or my prettiness makes me feel more musical.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlguitar3.jpgPearlGuitar3Definitely a topic worth extended contemplation. https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlguitar1.jpgPearlGuitar1The maestro warms up before a sold out performance.2019-08-03T00:31:40+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/03/day-49-lorikeet/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/kefir5.jpgKefir5Clearly I'm up for "bravest, prettiest, smartest bird of the year" again - she just keeps flashing and flashing.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/kefir4.jpgKefir4Yup. Mom's diving for the rectangular flashing thing again. https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/kefir3.jpgKefir3I'll just sample a small portion.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/kefir2.jpgKefir2I'll just take a tiny taste.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/kefir1.jpgKefir1Hmmm. This looks new and interesting.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/726px-rainbow_lorikeet_trichoglossus_haematodus_-drinking.jpg726px-Rainbow_Lorikeet_(Trichoglossus_haematodus)_-drinkingA rainbow lorikeet drinking - note the long, delicate tongue, used to sample nectar.2019-08-03T00:31:39+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/04/divorce-among-the-gulls/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/divorceamongthegullsbook.jpgDivorceAmongtheGullsBook2019-08-03T00:31:39+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/05/day-51-supervision/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/1a07f-supervisor.jpgsupervisor.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/supervisor.jpgSupervisorI have feathers. Check. I am small and cute. Check. I am very loud. Check. I must be Mom's supervisor! Coooool.2019-08-03T00:31:39+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/05/wet-bird-couture-the-wings/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlthewings.jpgPearlTheWingsNotice the short edgy winged layers and the one longer crest strand which arcs up and away from the neck line.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/jane-fonda-short-layered-highlights-sophisticated-blonde.jpg2011 Women in Entertainment Power 100 Breakfast Sponsored by the Hollywood Reporter - ArrivalsJane Fonda wearing the layered wings haircut. Again.2019-08-03T00:31:39+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/06/day-52-grout/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/pearlgrout1.jpgPearlGrout1I wonder why Mom always looks so irritated when she comes to get me off this particular perch?https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/pearlgrout3.jpgPearlGrout3And is that.....yes, I'm sure I'm right....some organically aged grout with a little caulking mixed in? SCORE!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/pearlgrout2.jpgPearlGrout2Ohhhh. I spy delicious dust. 2019-08-03T00:31:39+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/07/day-53-dandelion-greens/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dandeliongreens4.jpgDandelionGreens4And crunchy dark green things - my favorite!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dandeliongreens5.jpgDandelionGreens5Oh boy oh boy oh boy - fresh plastic! My favorite!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dandeliongreens1.jpgDandelionGreens12019-08-03T00:31:39+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/08/day-54-foraging/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/broccoliforager.jpgBroccoliForagerBoy, I bet that large featherless housemate of mine is kicking herself right now for not jumping on (into) this dish!2019-08-03T00:31:39+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/09/day-55-belly-kisses/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/bellykiss2.jpgBellyKiss2Exhibit B: A (not very) newcomer exhibits the proper method of planting belly kisses.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/bellykiss1.jpgBellyKiss1Exhibit A: soft indented area on the belly - perfect for belly kisses.2019-08-03T00:31:39+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/10/day-56-claiming-ownership/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/keyboardmine.jpgKeyboardMineThe model demonstrates the "crouch, hiss, and (if necessary) strike" method of claiming ownership.2019-08-03T00:31:39+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/10/seeing-very-pretty-double/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/doublepearl5.jpgDoublePearl5https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/doublepearl6.jpgDoublePearl6https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/doublepearl4.jpgDoublePearl4https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/doublepearl31.jpgDoublePearl3https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/doublepearl3.jpgDoublePearl3I look quite pretty from this angle too.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/doublepearl2.jpgDoublePearl2REALLY pretty!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/doublepearl.jpgDoublePearlWow I look pretty!2019-08-03T00:31:38+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/11/day-57-self-serve/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dunkcereal4.jpgDunkCereal4Whoops! Here she comes....she has an odd look on her face. Time for a spontaneous display of "cuteness" - that always works to bring her around to my way of thinking.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dunkcereal1.jpgDunkCereal1I'll just position myself here so it is obvious I am serving myself and do not need her assistance.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dunkcereal3.jpgDunkCereal3So crunchy and tasty just as-is (as long as the featherless being doesn't pour that odd cold white substance over it like she likes to do).https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/dunkcereal2.jpgDunkCereal2Oh fab! I love this dish!2019-08-03T00:31:38+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/12/day-58-mashed-potatoes/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/mashedpotatoes1.jpgMashedPotatoes1I'll just select the choicest portions and set them aside so the large featherless being knows to avoid those bits.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/mashedpotatoes3.jpgMashedPotatoes3Yup. Delicious, just like I remembered.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/mashedpotatoes2.jpgMashedPotatoes2Oh! Look at all these mashed potatoes!2019-08-03T00:31:38+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/13/day-59-stealth-stalking/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/stealthstalking.jpgStealthStalking2019-08-03T00:31:38+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/14/day-60-things-that-go-crunch/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/crackers2.jpgCrackers2Word.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/crackers4.jpgCrackers4Wily little suckers, but I'll have the last word.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/crackers5.jpgCrackers5In my expert opinion, this delicious plastic bag contains equally tasty, crunchy crackers.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/crackers3.jpgCrackers3Well, well, well. What have we here?2019-08-03T00:31:38+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/15/day-61-sunday-brunch/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/sundaybirdbrunch.jpgSundayBirdBrunchA feathered Sunday brunch diner digs into his sole, well prepared, and exceptionally tasty toasted waffle.2019-08-03T00:31:38+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/16/day-62-full-service/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pearlliftoff.jpgPearlLiftoffSomeone very cute with grey feathers waits for one of his servants to come by and carry him to where he would like to go.2019-08-03T00:31:38+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/17/day-63-give-me-more/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pearllaptop2.jpgPearlLapTOP2Well, shoot. I'll just stay right here. When she moves it is all MINE.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pearllaptop1.jpgPearlLapTOP1Helllooooooo....Earth to Mommy.......!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pearllaptop3.jpgPearlLapTOP3Mom, I want it. Give it to me. Give it to me now.2019-08-03T00:31:38+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/17/when-we-cook/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/littlebirdbigpizza.jpgLittleBirdBigPizzaThis task is all about flavor and crunch and has nothing to do with the size of the dish relative to the size of the assistant.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/cheftalltreepearl.jpgChefTallTreePearlChef Tall Tree and his able-bodied, naturally confident assistant (with feathers).2019-08-03T00:31:38+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/18/day-64-ledge-dining/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/ledgecheerios3.jpgLedgeCheerios3Wait til she gets an eyeful of what I can do with this one!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/ledgecheerios2.jpgLedgeCheerios2She doesn't even realize what a great trajectory they have, or how the crumbs will sprinkle over a wider radius when consumed from up higher on my ledge.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/ledgecheerios1.jpgLedgeCheerios1Boy, Mom sure isn't very creative. She always puts these crunchy round things in the same spot.2019-08-03T00:31:38+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/19/day-65-birthday-and-cashew/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/cashew4.jpgCashew4I think I like the white curvy one the best.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/cashew3.jpgCashew3Hmmmm. Not bad - not half bad!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/cashew2.jpgCashew2I can't really tell if Mom wants me to have them. Only one way to find out....https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/cashew1.jpgCashew1WHOA. What are THESE?2019-08-03T00:31:37+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/19/wet-bird-couture-the-high-top-ponytail/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/pearlshowerprettiness2.jpgPearlShowerPrettiness2Notice how the high top ponytail effortlessly stands up, up and away from the crown of the head, achieving lift-off near the neck line.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/katy-perry-high-blue-ponytail-becomegorgeous.jpgkaty-perry-high-blue-ponytail-becomegorgeousKaty Perry models the "high top ponytail" in neon blue.2019-08-03T00:31:37+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/20/day-66-eagle-eye/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/mashpotatolunch3.jpgMashPotatoLunch3Hmmm. My featherless assistant is lurking suspiciously. I'll just use "body language" to ward her off.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/mashpotatolunch1.jpgMashPotatoLunch1It sure is. Fresh and tender just like I like them.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/mashpotatolunch2.jpgMashPotatoLunch2Well you don't say....why, I do believe...yes it is. Mashed potatoes. I LOVE mashed potatoes!2019-08-03T00:31:37+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/20/introduction-pearl-on-film/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/ohsopretty.jpgOhSoPretty2019-08-03T00:31:37+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/21/day-67-birthdays/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pearlmommybday2013.jpgPearlMommyBday2013If you can relocate right at the moment when they start handing the celebrant all those bags and boxes, you will be sure to get the lion's share of the attention.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pearlkerrybday.jpgPearlKerryBdayThen you can begin to perch on each guest in turn, inviting them to admire prettiness (thus enjoying their day even more!)https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pearlmombday.jpgPearlMomBdayNext, perch on the one who will be providing all the delicacies for the day.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pearldadbday.jpgPearlDadBdayTo re-focus the celebration, first locate yourself on the tallest, most prominent perch you can find.2019-08-03T00:31:37+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/21/the-movie-pearl-the-forager/2019-08-03T00:31:37+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/22/the-movie-pearl-learns-to-cook/2019-08-03T00:31:37+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/22/day-68-master-of-the-bowl/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/masterofthebowl2.jpgMasteroftheBowl2Next, I will celebrate achieving "master of the bowl" status (just like I did yesterday, and the day before, and the day before....)https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/masterofthebowl1.jpgMasteroftheBowl1First I will confidently master the bowl and consume all the tastiest items.2019-08-03T00:31:37+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/23/day-69-tissue-attack/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/tissues3.jpgTissues3After the attack by a ferocious (feathered) predator, the tissues are lucky to escape with their life.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/tissues1.jpgTissues1A "tissue attack"caught on camera - live and underway.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/tissues2.jpgTissues22019-08-03T00:31:37+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/23/the-movie-pearl-eats-a-waffle/2019-08-03T00:31:36+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/24/day-70-space-the-final-frontier/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/tinfoil2.jpgTinFoil2Someone proud and very feathery poses (yet again) so his featherless flying assistant can capture his pretty reflection.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/tinfoil1.jpgTinFoil1Here, Mommy "flies" her feathery supermodel down to the spaceship (aka parrot weight-taking machine, aka, cooking scale) on reflective tin foil.2019-08-03T00:31:36+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/24/the-movie-pearl-eats-rice-noodles/2019-08-03T00:31:36+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/24/the-silverware-police/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlutensils5.jpgPearlUtensils5Finally. Did Mom say these were clean or dirty - I forget.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlutensils4.jpgPearlUtensils4Sometimes it can really get in the way of your work schedule when you are this photogenic.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlutensils3.jpgPearlUtensils3Well, I could work more quickly if you would stop snapping that purple flashing thing so I don't have to keep posing.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlutensils2.jpgPearlUtensils2I'd better get to work - look at all these shiny things that need examining!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlutensils1.jpgPearlUtensils1I'm not sure about these, Mom. 2019-08-03T00:31:36+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/25/day-71-merry-christmas-and-love/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/flamingowithcard.jpgFlamingoWithCardThis odd looking fluffy pink guest seems to like me a lot too - it keeps staring at me.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/bdaymoment2.jpgBdaymoment2But best of all, Mom loves ME so much! :-)https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/bdaymoment1.jpgBdayMoment1I love Mom so much.2019-08-03T00:31:36+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/26/the-movie-pearl-eats-homemade-bread/2019-08-03T00:31:36+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/26/day-72-seating-charts/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/seatingchart3.jpgSeatingChart3She looks oddly irked - I'll just display "cuteness" to pacify her. https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/seatingchart2.jpgSeatingChart2Oh - another guest is approaching. I'll just let her know this seat is taken.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/seatingchart1.jpgSeatingChart1This looks like a great seat! I wonder why no one has claimed it yet?2019-08-03T00:31:36+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/27/day-73-the-con/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/thecon2.jpgTheCon2The Small Tree takes over from the Tall Tree for the next shift with "The Con."https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/thecon1.jpgTheCon1The Tall Tree takes a shift with "The Con." 2019-08-03T00:31:36+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/27/the-movie-pearl-the-destroyer/2019-08-03T00:31:36+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/28/the-movie-pearl-eats-pizza/2019-08-03T00:31:35+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/28/day-74-celebrations/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pearlkuku.jpgPearlKuKuAnd if you happen to see a particularly attractive fellow guest, you can introduce yourself right away to make a good first impression.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pearlmompresent.jpgPearlMomPresentIf another guest selects one of "yours" by mistake, sitting on her and molting and preening can provide a graceful "course correct."https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pearlwrapping2.jpgPearlWrapping2Watching what gets wrapped can give you an "inside track" on selecting prime gifts.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/gifttower1.jpgGiftTower1Preening on the gifts you have selected helps other guests know they are spoken for.2019-08-03T00:31:35+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/29/day-75-fish/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/fish2.jpgFish2Yup, my culinary instincts were right as usual - delicious!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/fish1.jpgFish1Well, the chef is eating this new dish, so it must be good.2019-08-03T00:31:35+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/29/the-movie-five-star-service/2019-08-03T00:31:35+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/30/the-movie-pearl-goes-organic/2019-08-03T00:31:35+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/30/day-76-noodles/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/macncheese4.jpgMacNCheese4Finally, isolate the noodle you have selected and prepare to fling. (BONUS POINTS: If you can fling the noodle ON to another diner, you can entertain the whole table at one time!)https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/macncheese3.jpgMacNCheese3If need be, sampling one can determine overall consistency and "flingability" (a technical term).https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/macncheese2.jpgMacNCheese2The first thing you want to do is examine the noodles closely to find the one with the best possible trajectory.2019-08-03T00:31:35+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/31/the-movie-self-admiration-society-meeting/2019-08-03T00:31:35+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2013/12/31/day-77-miracle/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/wildparrot.jpgWildParrot2019-08-03T00:31:35+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/01/day-78-happiest-new-year/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/butterknife3.jpgButterKnife3Now, admire to your heart's content! Happy New Year! :-)https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/butterknife2.jpgButterKnife2https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/butterknife1.jpgButterKnife1Ahhhh. Just as pretty as I expected, too.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/butterknife4.jpgButterKnife4Well my goodness! So reflective! I'm surprised the other diners haven't noticed this implement yet.2019-08-03T00:31:35+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/02/the-movie-pearl-subdues-the-straws/2019-08-03T00:31:34+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/02/day-79-and-hes-in/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/cheeriomt1.jpgCheerioMt1I could come here every day - entertainment AND a snack all in one!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/cheeriomt2.jpgCheerioMt2I'll just sample one to see if I'm right....https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/cheeriomt4.jpgCheerioMt4I'll just sample one to make sure....https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/cheeriomt3.jpgCheerioMt3Wait a minute.....these round things look familiar.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/cheeriomt5.jpgCheerioMt5Fabulous. https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/cheeriomt8.jpgCheerioMt8Whoa - Mom, what's this? This looks FUN!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/shopping.jpegshoppingJumpy thing full of balls...with kid. (image courtesy of Wal-mart)2019-08-03T00:31:34+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/03/the-movie-im-pretty-and-i-know-it/2019-08-03T00:31:34+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/03/day-80-mirrors/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlhandmirror.jpgPearlHandMirrorJust as I thought. Total prettiness. Plus the smaller view range really hones in on the prettiest part of what is reflected.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlbigmirror3.jpgPearlBigMirror3The view is equally fabulous from this vantage point. What a find!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pearlbigmirror.jpgPearlBigMirrorWow. Phenomenal view. I'm glad I insisted that Mom bring me over here.2019-08-03T00:31:34+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/04/day-81-blow-dry/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/blowdry3.jpgBlowDry3Some serious Dry Bird Couture style coming right up!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/blowdry1.jpgBlowDry1Some serious Dry Bird Couture style coming right up!2019-08-03T00:31:34+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/05/day-82-rain/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/rainyday3.jpgRainyDay3Still quite soothing....https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/rainyday2.jpgRainyDay2Very soothing indeed.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/rainyday1.jpgRainyDay1Ahhhhh. Soothing rain.2019-08-03T00:31:34+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/05/the-movie-whose-fortune-cookie/2019-08-03T00:31:34+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/06/the-movie-bird-enjoys-a-whole-egg-for-breakfast/2019-08-03T00:31:34+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/06/day-83-perching/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/cagetop2.jpgCageTop2Uh oh - I see Mom coming my way with her car keys in hand!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/cagetop1.jpgCageTop1The expert demonstrates "The Psychology of Perching."2019-08-03T00:31:34+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/07/day-84-kale/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/kale3.jpgKale3Oh....wait a minute....is that....KALE!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/kale2.jpgKale2I don't want to seem too over-eager.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/kale1.jpgKale1Well let me just check this out. 2019-08-03T00:31:33+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/07/the-movie-bird-loves-waffles/2019-08-03T00:31:33+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/08/day-85-defense/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/pearlinnocentspinach21.jpgPearlInnocentSpinach2https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/pearlinnocentspinach2.jpgPearlInnocentSpinach2Time for my emergency defense - "classic cuteness."https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/pearlinnocentspinach1.jpgPearlInnocentSpinach1Whoops. Mom has "that look" again.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/spinachbowl.jpgSpinachBowlhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/spinachbowl.jpgSpinachBowlExhibit A: bowl of freshly steamed greens.2019-08-03T00:31:33+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/08/the-movie-basil-carnage/2019-08-03T00:31:33+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/09/the-movie-bird-enjoys-all-you-can-eat-buffet/2019-08-03T00:31:33+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/09/day-86-watercress/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/watercress2.jpgWatercress2Score.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/watercress1.jpgWatercress1Wow. Mom left this houseplant totally undefended.2019-08-03T00:31:33+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/10/the-movie-waffle-domination/2019-08-03T00:31:33+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/10/day-87-consulting/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pantryconsultant3.jpgPantryConsultant3Oh good, she is paying close attention now.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pantryconsultant2.jpgPantryConsultant2Hmmm....not that one.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pantryconsultant1.jpgPantryConsultant1Clearly Grandma needs my help.2019-08-03T00:31:33+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/11/day-88-appropriations/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dadpresent4.jpgDadPresent4I am hereby "appropriating" this item due to its exceptional cuteness.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dadpresent3.jpgDadPresent3Wait a minute - not so fast, Grandpa.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dadpresent2.jpgDadPresent2Oooooh! SHINY!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dadpresent1.jpgDadPresent1I'll just act casual.2019-08-03T00:31:33+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/12/day-89-plate-selection/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/waffleplateselection3.jpgWafflePlateSelection3Obviously this plate is the best one so I will dine here.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/waffleplateselection1.jpgWafflePlateSelection1Obviously this plate is the best one - plus it is directly opposite the chef's position.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/waffleplateselection2.jpgWafflePlateSelection2Hmmm. This plate is quite large and contains three waffles, but the one next to it is much smaller and only has one waffle on it.2019-08-03T00:31:32+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/13/day-90-shells/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pastryshell2.jpgPastryShell2Want me to taste test the next one, Grandma?https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pastryshell3.jpgPastryShell3Uh oh...Mom's headed my way with that look again. https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pastryshell4.jpgPastryShell4No doubt she'll want my help as a "taste tester" again. I'll just get right to it.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pastryshell5.jpgPastryShell5Whoa. Grandma's making shells again.2019-08-03T00:31:32+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/14/day-91-coffee-cake/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/coffeecake7.jpgCoffeecake7Now that I'm full, the other guests can try it too.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/coffeecake6.jpgCoffeecake6My grandma sure seems proud of me for trying her dish - she even picked me up to praise me up close!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/coffeecake5.jpgCoffeecake5I'll just sample some and see. https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/coffeecake2.jpgCoffeecake2Upon closer inspection, it looks delicious.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/coffeecake3.jpgCoffeecake3Oh! I haven't seen this dish before! 2019-08-03T00:31:32+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/14/a-blow-dryer-with-a-view/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pearlblowdryer1.jpgPearlBlowDryer1Yup. I was right the first time. The prettiest cockatiel in the whole world - living right inside this interesting shiny device!!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pearlblowdryer3.jpgPearlBlowDryer3The adventurer stakes his claim on the small mirrored object.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pearlblowdryer2.jpgPearlBlowDryer2Am I seeing what I think I'm seeing?2019-08-03T00:31:32+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/15/day-92-fortune-cookie/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/fortunecookieattackparrot4.jpgFortuneCookieAttackParrot4Well I'll just vanquish it for her and then we can split the spoils.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/fortunecookieattackparrot3.jpgFortuneCookieAttackParrot3https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/fortunecookieattackparrot2.jpgFortuneCookieAttackParrot2https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/fortunecookieattackparrot1.jpgFortuneCookieAttackParrot12019-08-03T00:31:32+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/16/day-93-true-love/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/pearlwaffleprotect1.jpgPearlWaffleProtect1I would say I love you more than Mom, but since she toasts them for me I'd have to say it is a tie (but don't tell her - she sometimes gets a bit sensitive about these sorts of things).https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/pearlwaffleprep.jpgPearlWafflePrepI woulhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/pearlmangledwaffle.jpgPearlMangledWaffleI love you more than millet, houseplants or pizza crust.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/pearlbeakplant.jpgPearlBeakPlantI love you more than scrambled eggs (even though they are quite delicious).https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/beakfulwaffle.jpgBeakfulWaffleI love you more than pancakes (and they get quite jealous sometimes).https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/pearlwaffleclaws.jpgPearlWaffleClawsOh waffle I love you.2019-08-03T00:31:32+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/16/wet-bird-couture-the-tuxedo/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/7aa28-tuxedopearl.jpgtuxedopearl.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/tuxedopearl.jpgTuxedoPearlNotice the natural "tuxedo" effect as the damp darker center breast feathers draw attention upwards to the white contrast at the neck line.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/journal-bacall-bogart-monroe.jpgjournal-bacall-bogart-monroeHumphrey Bogart (in tuxedo) flanked by Lauren Bacall and Marilyn Monroe.2019-08-03T00:31:32+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/17/day-94-new-arrivals/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/pearlbirdthrow4.jpgPearlBirdThrow4Welcome to my home. The large featherless waitress will bring you some refreshments.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/pearlbirdthrow3.jpgPearlBirdThrow3Mom, did you get their order?https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/pearlbirdthrow2.jpgPearlBirdThrow2Oh! Well, hello!!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/pearlbirdthrow1.jpgPearlBirdThrow1I sense something about the living room decor has changed. Hmmm....what could it be?2019-08-03T00:31:32+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/18/made-for-each-other-the-biology-of-the-human-animal-bond/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/pearlheaddip.jpgPearlHeadDipSomeone with feathers trades feel-good oxytocin with someone without feathers.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/pearlneckscratch.jpgPearlNeckScratchhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/madeforeachotherbook.jpegMadeforEachOtherBook2019-08-03T00:31:32+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/18/day-95-nursing/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/pearlsleephead1.jpgPearlSleepHead1Oh good - her eyes are open. Clearly she is feeling much better already.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/pearlsleephead2.jpgPearlSleepHead2Clearly Mom is "under the weather" again. I'll just sit on her head - that always helps.2019-08-03T00:31:32+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/19/day-96-the-library/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/pearllibrarybooks3.jpgPearlLibraryBooks3This looks like a fresh, crunchy corner...I think I'll start here.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/pearllibrarybooks1.jpgPearlLibraryBooks1Oh - fabulous - a delicious library book!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/pearllibrarybooks2.jpgPearlLibraryBooks2Hmmm. Where's Mom? She's not as much fun as Grandpa when it comes to library books.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/pearllibrarybooks4.jpgPearlLibraryBooks4Oh boy. A hardback with a shiny plastic covering.2019-08-03T00:31:31+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/20/day-97-hide-n-seek/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/hidenseek2.jpgHideNSeek2https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/hidenseek1.jpgHideNSeek1Heeheehee - Mom has no idea I'm playing hide n' seek. 2019-08-03T00:31:31+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/21/day-98-cuteness/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pearlaquashoot4.jpgPearlAquaShoot4This blue thing feels quite soft and fluffy - sort of like me!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pearlaquashoot3.jpgPearlAquaShoot3Mom makes posing unnecessary because she thinks every angle is cute. Which (of course) it is. So glad Mom and I are on the same wavelength there.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pearlaquashoot2.jpgPearlAquaShoot2Not that I needed proof, but I must look very pretty because Mom just ran to get that purple flashing thing she's always carting around.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pearlaquashoot1.jpgPearlAquaShoot1Wow this sure is soft and restful. The color is quite soothing too.2019-08-03T00:31:31+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/22/day-99-lasagna/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pearllasagnamorningafter.jpgPearlLasagnaMorningAfterI'm not sure why you're so eager to shower me, Mom - other cockatiels have bright orange cheek patches and no one is trying to wash them off!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pearllasagna1.jpgPearlLasagna1Wow that was tasty!2019-08-03T00:31:31+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/23/day-100-friendship/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/laptopwork3.jpgLaptopWork3Well I hope to see me....um, I mean you....again soon.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/laptopwork2.jpgLaptopWork2And may I just say how lovely I....er, I mean you....are looking today.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/laptopwork1.jpgLaptopWork12019-08-03T00:31:31+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/24/day-101-lorikeet/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/lorikeet.jpgLorikeetA large hookbilled hummingbird (aka lorikeet).https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pearllorikeet1.jpgPearlLorikeet1Yes. This is interesting. Not too sweet, not too sour, just the way I like it.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pearllorikeet2.jpgPearlLorikeet2The grey and white lorikeet prepares to use his long and sensitive tongue to probe the delicacy.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/240px-rainbow_lorikeet_trichoglossus_haematodus_-nelson_bay_-nsw.jpg240px-Rainbow_Lorikeet_(Trichoglossus_haematodus)_-Nelson_Bay_-NSWA large hookbilled hummingbird (aka lorikeet).2019-08-03T00:31:31+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/25/day-102-waffles-in-disguise/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/dadpearlpancakes.jpgDadPearlPancakesThe Tall Tree. Pearl. Blueberry pancake.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/mompearlpancakes.jpgMomPearlPancakesThe Small Tree. Pearl. Blueberry pancake.2019-08-03T00:31:31+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/26/day-103-fins/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/boydcloseencounters2.jpgBoydCloseEncounters2Which of course is cool, but I personally think I'm still much prettier.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/boydcloseencounters1.jpgBoydCloseEncounters1Oh how very interesting. This bird appears to be flying inside this odd bubbling enclosure.2019-08-03T00:31:31+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/27/day-104-spelunking/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlchipspelunker4.jpgPearlChipSpelunker4Now - always the trickiest part - the exit strategy.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlchipspelunker3.jpgPearlChipSpelunker3https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlchipspelunker2.jpgPearlChipSpelunker2https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlchipspelunker1.jpgPearlChipSpelunker1Oh look - this must've been what Mom was crunching on.2019-08-03T00:31:31+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/28/day-105-body-language/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pearlnosavebestforlast.jpgPearlNoSaveBestforLasthttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pearlheaddunkfoodbowl.jpgPearlHeadDunkFoodBowl2019-08-03T00:31:31+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/29/day-106-cloaking-device/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlpeaches2.jpgPearlPeaches2This is delicious. I'm so lucky I was born grey.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlpeaches1.jpgPearlPeaches1Hmmm. Fresh peaches. I blend right in with that grey device mom is so obsessed with - she doesn't even seem to notice I'm here!2019-08-03T00:31:30+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/30/day-107-trailblazer/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlwickercouch4.jpgPearlWickerCouch4Come on, Mom. I know I'm not usually great about "sharing," but there is enough for two here.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlwickercouch1.jpgPearlWickerCouch1Why does mom always look at me like that when I'm trying to enjoy my dinner?https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlwickercouch2.jpgPearlWickerCouch2Nom nom nom.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlwickercouch3.jpgPearlWickerCouch3Oh boy oh boy. This is my favorite course in any meal.2019-08-03T00:31:30+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/01/31/day-108-microwave/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlmicrowave3.jpgPearlMicrowave3https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlmicrowave4.jpgPearlMicrowave4Yup. It's him alright.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlmicrowave2.jpgPearlMicrowave2Hey! I think I know him! That's the supermodel I've been admiring in all those other reflective surfaces....https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlmicrowave1.jpgPearlMicrowave12019-08-03T00:31:30+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/02/01/day-109-instincts/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlbasil5.jpgPearlBasil5Uh oh. Mom's coming. I'll just whip up some camouflage.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlbasil3.jpgPearlBasil3I'm pretty hungry, though - too bad it's not bigger.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlbasil1.jpgPearlBasil1A particularly tasty and sweet-smelling one too.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlbasil2.jpgPearlBasil2If my keen predatory instincts serve me right, it appears to be an unguarded houseplant.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlbasil4.jpgPearlBasil4Well well well. What have we here?2019-08-03T00:31:30+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/02/02/day-110-goggles/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/pearlgoggles.jpgPearlGogglesWow! Pretty!!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/pearllaundry1.jpgPearlLaundry1Help?!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/pearllaundry2.jpgPearlLaundry2Mom! Mom - come quick! There's something reflective and glowing down there!2019-08-03T00:31:30+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/02/03/day-111-survival-skills/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/breadcrumbs2.jpgBreadcrumbs2Aha. Just as my instincts told me - it is a "cockatiel."https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/breadcrumbs1.jpgBreadcrumbs1Aha. Now we're getting somewhere....now on to a positive ID for the mystery poacher.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/breadcrumbs3.jpgBreadcrumbs3Hmmm. So mysterious. What kind of creature could have viciously attacked these innocent sunflower seeds?2019-08-03T00:31:30+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/02/04/day-112-courting/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/courtingperfume2.jpgCourtingPerfume2Next, you can commence to admiring.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/courtingperfume1.jpgCourtingPerfume1First, make a courtly bow. 2019-08-03T00:31:30+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/02/05/day-113-roosting/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/undertable2.jpgUnderTable2Of course, you must also make sure to look sufficiently threatening to scare off other roosters.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/undertable1.jpgUnderTable1Finding an advantageous roost is (almost) as awesome as finding an unguarded waffle. 2019-08-03T00:31:30+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/02/06/the-movie-hungry-cockatiel-tunnels-through-coffee-cake/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/hungrycockatieltunnelsthroughcoffeecake.jpgHungryCockatielTunnelsThroughCoffeeCake2019-08-03T00:31:30+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/02/06/wet-bird-couture-the-flat-top/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/6f7f0-flattop1.jpgflattop1.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/40b0e-flattop2.jpgflattop2.jpg?w=225https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/flattop2.jpgFlatTop2Notice as well how this light and airy cut creates natural short layers that lift effortlessly up and away from the neck line.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/flattop1.jpgFlatTop1Here the model inclines his head so stylists can clearly visualize how the "landing strip" should look when styled properly.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/flat-top-boogie_haircut_1958.jpgflat-top-boogie_haircut_1958At one time, the style was so popular it had its own song (circa 1958, image courtesy of the pomadeshop.de)2019-08-03T00:31:05+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/02/06/day-114-fine-dining/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/diningwaffle5.jpgDiningWaffle5If the dish is very good, you will want to sample it in as many places as possible to let other diners know they need to get their own.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/diningwaffle2.jpgDiningWaffle2Next, you can delicately sample a morsel.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/diningwaffle1.jpgDiningWaffle1A polite introduction gets the dining experience off to a great start.2019-08-03T00:31:05+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/02/07/day-115-remodeling/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/wickerremodel7.jpgWickerRemodel7Even if you might feel like having a nap after finishing a demanding project, it is only courteous to pose for your fans first.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/wickerremodel6.jpgWickerRemodel6It is the tiny extra touches that really set the masters apart from the amateurs.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/wickerremodel4.jpgWickerRemodel4The best architects can visualize the completed project before even starting. So they are confident enough to jump right in.2019-08-03T00:31:04+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/02/08/day-116-the-talent/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/pearlbasketguitar2.jpgPearlBasketGuitar2https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/pearlbasketguitar1.jpgPearlBasketGuitar12019-08-03T00:31:04+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/02/09/day-117-flamingos/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/flamingocandle4.jpgFlamingoCandle4I totally won that prettiness contest - and here comes Mom right on cue to snap my victory pic!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/flamingocandle2.jpgFlamingoCandle2Let me reposition myself for the "bite o' death."https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/flamingocandle1.jpgFlamingoCandle1You call those pink feathers pretty? I'LL show you pretty!2019-08-03T00:31:04+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/02/10/day-118-beet-greens/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/beetgreens2.jpgBeetGreens2I can only imagine how pretty I am looking right now - must be very pretty, because Mom keeps flashing that small light at me again and again!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/beetgreens1.jpgBeetGreens1Wow. I can feel myself getting prettier just by looking at this big green leaf.2019-08-03T00:31:04+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/02/11/day-119-closet/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/closethiwire3.jpgClosetHiWire3All the greatest performers pose for their fans afterwards - it is just the right thing to do.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/closethiwire2.jpgClosetHiWire2Now, perform your big move as the crowd cheers wildly.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/closethiwire1.jpgClosetHiWire1First, prepare yourself for your big move.2019-08-03T00:31:04+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/02/12/day-120-sumo-wrestling/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/sumowaffle2.jpgSumoWaffle2I'll bet my opponent already feels beaten just from my expert "sumo" stance!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/sumowaffle1.jpgSumoWaffle1I am SO ready for some vanquishing - but first I will bow.2019-08-03T00:31:04+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/02/13/day-121-the-giant-egg/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlwholeegg2.jpgPearlWholeEgg2I'll just keep eating - that way Mom can't have the counter back to do more of what she calls "cooking" and I call "inedible."https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlwholeegg3.jpgPearlWholeEgg3It sure is an odd presentation, though.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlwholeegg5.jpgPearlWholeEgg5Tastes familiar too.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/pearlwholeegg1.jpgPearlWholeEgg1Well thank goodness. Finally something that looks familiar.2019-08-03T00:31:04+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/02/14/day-122-when-you-love-someone/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/pearlasleep.jpgPearlAsleephttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/pearlearlyam1.jpgPearlEarlyAM1https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/pearlladder2.jpgPearlLadder2https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/pearlwickerchew.jpgPearlWickerChewhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/afternoonnesting.jpgAfternoonNestinghttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/pearlkeyboardnibble.jpgPearlKeyboardNibblehttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/pearlguitar2.jpgPearlGuitar2https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/pearlmommyneckscratches.jpgPearlMommyNeckScratcheshttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/beakfulwaffle.jpgBeakfulWafflehttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/reunionagain3.jpgReunionAgain32019-08-03T00:31:04+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/02/15/day-123-trapeze/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/cageladder3.jpgCageLadder3Now for a fetching media shot for the press.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/cageladder1.jpgCageLadder1Man the flashbulbs are really popping now!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/cageladder2.jpgCageLadder2I will just make sure my fans are watching first.2019-08-03T00:31:04+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/02/16/day-124-customization/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/ledgeremodel3.jpgLedgeRemodel3https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/ledgeremodel2.jpgLedgeRemodel22019-08-03T00:31:04+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/02/17/day-125-preferences/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/sunflowerseeds4.jpgSunflowerSeeds4I hope she picks up on my subtle hints.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/sunflowerseeds3.jpgSunflowerSeeds3Here she comes now - I will communicate my preferences to her.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/sunflowerseeds2.jpgSunflowerSeeds2I really love them, but Mom never puts enough in my bowl.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/sunflowerseeds1.jpgSunflowerSeeds1Boy do I love sunflower seeds.2019-08-03T00:31:03+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/02/18/one-mans-owl/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/owlchick.jpgowlChickWhat Bubo looked like as a chick (photo courtesy of WSU)https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/onemansowl.gifOneMansOwl2019-08-03T00:31:03+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/02/18/day-126-resting/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/resting2.jpgResting2Oh all right - just one posed shot before my nap.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/resting1.jpgResting1Ahh - a fetching teal background. And it's a good thing, because I feel a(nother) nap coming on.2019-08-03T00:31:03+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/02/19/day-127-photogenic/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/photogenic4.jpgPhotogenic4Okay, Mom, just one more for the road.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/photogenic3.jpgPhotogenic3Another great shot - I can just feel it.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/photogenic2.jpgPhotogenic2I would tell Mom picture-taking isn't her thing, but she'll never believe me because I always look so good on camera.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/photogenic1.jpgPhotogenic12019-08-03T00:31:03+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/02/21/day-129-take-out-waffles/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/takeoutwaffle1.jpgTakeOutWaffle1Well I'll be - I do believe it is a WAFFLE. Don't mind if I do!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/takeoutwaffle2.jpgTakeOutWaffle2Is it....could it be....?https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/takeoutwaffle3.jpgTakeOutWaffle3This "take out" dish looks oddly familiar.2019-08-03T00:31:03+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/02/22/day-130-couscous/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/couscousdin3.jpgCouscousDin3Thanks for checking, Mom, but don't worry - I'll let you know when I'm finished.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/couscousdin2.jpgCouscousDin2I'll just have a few more tastes - just to be sure.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/couscousdin5.jpgCouscousDin5Sure, Mom, I'll be happy to taste-test it for you - we both know I have the keener palate.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/couscousdin6.jpgCouscousDin6My, my. This looks delicious!2019-08-03T00:31:03+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/02/23/day-131-where-theres-sunflowers/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/sunflower3.jpgSunflower3Mom - care to explain?https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/sunflower2.jpgSunflower2Mom - care to explain?https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/sunflower5.jpgSunflower5But it doesn't taste like I expected it to.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/sunflower1.jpgSunflower1Boy I can hardly wait to enjoy "our" card!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/sunflower4.jpgSunflower4Wow, Mom! So thoughtful! 2019-08-03T00:31:03+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/02/24/day-132-stalking-skills/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/miniblindstalk4.jpgMiniBlindStalk4Finally, you are free to dine at will.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/miniblindstalk2.jpgMiniBlindStalk2Next, check all around you to be sure the coast is clear.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/miniblindstalk1.jpgMiniBlindStalk1First, take a good look at your dinner so you have the precise "strike distance" in your mind's eye.2019-08-03T00:31:03+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/02/25/day-133-admiration/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/ledgemirror3.jpgLedgeMirror3Wow - this vision just gets lovelier and lovelier the longer I gaze at it!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/ledgemirror1.jpgLedgeMirror1Just as pretty up close - maybe even prettier!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/ledgemirror2.jpgLedgeMirror2Oh! My goodness! So PRETTY!!2019-08-03T00:31:03+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/02/26/day-134-nesting-season/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/nestingseason4.jpgNestingSeason4A prime nest will also be able to make itself inconspicuous so as to avoid attracting the attention of predators.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/nestingseason3.jpgNestingSeason3Careful arrangement of the soft, comfy nesting materials will let the lady birds know their comfort is a priority.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/nestingseason2.jpgNestingSeason2https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/nestingseason1.jpgNestingSeason1Staking out the nesting territory is one of the first signs that a new nesting season has begun.2019-08-03T00:31:02+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/02/27/day-135-establishing-dominance/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/kaleboss7.jpgKaleBoss7Finally, you can stand up strong and tall (if the adoring media happens to decide to take your photo as you do, so be it).https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/kaleboss6.jpgKaleBoss6If you spy a potential competitor coming towards you, again, practice direct eye contact.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/kaleboss5.jpgKaleBoss5You can also drag choice morsels off to one side so you can enjoy them fully.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/kaleboss4.jpgKaleBoss4Shaking it back and forth is a great way to show it who is boss.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/kaleboss3.jpgKaleBoss3Now you can "manhandle" it a bit to keep the intimidation factor high.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/kaleboss2.jpgKaleBoss2Sample it right away (this also ensures it is worth the effort).https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/kaleboss1.jpgKaleBoss1First, walk confidently up to the dish and make direct eye contact.2019-08-03T00:31:02+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/02/28/day-136-defending-prey/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/bigholewaffle2.jpgBigHoleWaffle2You could also totally distract the encroacher with "prettiness" (this tends to be the preferred technique if you are really pretty).https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/bigholewaffle1.jpgBigHoleWaffle1You could also quickly ingest as much of the prey as possible (if you can leave a large gaping hole down the center that screams "Mine!" even better).https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/bigholewaffle3.jpgBigHoleWaffle3You could act nonchalant (here, think "Prey? What prey?) 2019-08-03T00:31:02+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/03/01/day-137-morning-bird/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/morningbird3.jpgMorningBird3Here, Mom. I'll use a visual aid. Is this clearer?https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/morningbird2.jpgMorningBird2Cage. Please. Now.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/morningbird1.jpgMorningBird12019-08-03T00:31:02+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/03/02/day-138-falling-in-love/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pearlblenderreflection1.jpgPearlBlenderReflection1Look, Mom! Cupid finally found me!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pearlblenderreflection4.jpgPearlBlenderReflection4And so friendly - I think I'm in love!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pearlblenderreflection3.jpgPearlBlenderReflection3Wow! What a perfect color combination - grey and white is lovely together!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pearlblenderreflection2.jpgPearlBlenderReflection2Oh my goodness! Pretty!!2019-08-03T00:31:02+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/03/03/day-139-subtle-hints/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/ladderhints6.jpgLadderHints6All those subtle hints paid off - just like I knew they would!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/ladderhints3.jpgLadderHints3Deploying "cuteness" now.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/ladderhints2.jpgLadderHints2The more disapproving you can look, the faster she will "get" what is missing in this picture.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/ladderhints1.jpgLadderHints1Here I am - directly in her line of sight. She can't miss seeing me.2019-08-03T00:31:02+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/03/04/day-140-feathers/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/specialfeather2.jpgSpecialFeather2Clearly this is a great look for me - Mom just lunged for that small flashing device again!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/specialfeather1.jpgSpecialFeather1I think I'll try wearing one of my feathers "up" near the neckline. 2019-08-03T00:31:02+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/03/05/day-141-pilfering-with-poise/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/almondcheerios6.jpgAlmondCheerios6Let's make it two Cheerios.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/almondcheerios5.jpgAlmondCheerios5I am so poised I'll bet Mom can't even see the extra Cheerio I have hidden away under my foot!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/almondcheerios4.jpgAlmondCheerios4Or two. https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/almondcheerios2.jpgAlmondCheerios2Mom is right there, but she's so taken with my cuteness she doesn't even notice I'm pilfering a Cheerio.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/almondcheerios3.jpgAlmondCheerios3Lightly soaked in almond milk - just like I like them best!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/almondcheerios1.jpgAlmondCheerios1Well well well. This looks tasty!2019-08-03T00:31:02+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/03/06/the-movie-curious-cockatiel-samples-kefir/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/curiouscockatielsampleskefir.jpgCuriousCockatielSamplesKefir2019-08-03T00:31:02+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/03/06/day-142-accessorizing/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/lampshade2.jpgLampshade2Yes, go ahead and take a picture - that way you can remember what to do for next time.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/lampshade1.jpgLampshade1Hey, Mom - look at it now - much prettier, right?2019-08-03T00:31:02+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/03/07/day-143-opportunity-knocks/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/cheesecracker4.jpgCheeseCracker4Now I'll do one of my cute tricks - the "inverted ingestion" maneuver. Flashbulbs are popping now!!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/cheesecracker3.jpgCheeseCracker3Here she comes to guard "her" plate - I'll just pose for a cute photo op.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/cheesecracker2.jpgCheeseCracker2Oh yes, these look very crunchy!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/cheesecracker1.jpgCheeseCracker1I'll just test one to be sure. 2019-08-03T00:31:01+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/03/07/wet-bird-couture-the-fade/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/pearlafternoonshower.jpgPearlAfternoonShowerNotice the neat, smoothed down sides progressing to ever more height and volume farther away from the neck line.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/big-daddy-kane-high-top-fade.jpgbig-daddy-kane-high-top-fade"Big Daddy Kane" getting his "Fade" haircut all trimmed up. (Image courtesy of Fashion Bomb Daily).2019-08-03T00:31:01+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/03/08/day-144-poaching/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/cheeriopoacher4.jpgCheerioPoacher4https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/cheeriopoacher3.jpgCheerioPoacher3The large featherless diner is looking my way. I'll let her know she needs to choose another lunch bowl.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/cheeriopoacher2.jpgCheerioPoacher2This looks like a juicy morsel to start off my lunch.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/cheeriopoacher1.jpgCheerioPoacher1Boy does this look scrumptious - I'll just dig right in!2019-08-03T00:31:01+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/03/09/day-145-watching-for-predators/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/smalltreeadmire.jpgSmallTreeAdmireThe Small Tree loves to admire me. She also lets me plate surf off her dinner plate.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/talltreepreen4.jpgTallTreePreen4Now I'll work my way back to my equally pretty grey and white wings. The Tall Tree is an excellent guard so I can take my time.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/talltreepreen2.jpgTallTreePreen2I'll start the grooming session with my pretty pink feet.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/talltreepreen1.jpgTallTreePreen1I feel good about this perch. The Tall Tree is one of my (many) slavish devotees, and he can sit in front of that large glowing thing for hours. Plus he has the special eyewear necessary for good range of vision. 2019-08-03T00:31:01+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/03/10/day-146-hors-doeuvres/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/talltreechip5.jpgTallTreeChip5You don't have to worry about any cleanup, because the long furry floor-loving creature is always there to help out.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/talltreechip6.jpgTallTreeChip6When you are finished, you can pose beside your prize for the paparazzi. https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/talltreechip4.jpgTallTreeChip4Ok, ok - I'll do a posed shot now, Mom.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/talltreechip3.jpgTallTreeChip3Boy, I can see why the featherless beings like this dish so much!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/talltreechip2.jpgTallTreeChip2Yes, I think I'll try that salty edge next.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/talltreechip1.jpgTallTreeChip1I'll just let him know I'm claiming this one.2019-08-03T00:31:01+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/03/11/day-147-legos/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/lego3.jpgLego3Look how proud they are of my new toy!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/lego2.jpgLego2Luckily I had the foresight to nab the best perch so I can supervise.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/lego1.jpgLego1They're hard at work assembling more toys for me.2019-08-03T00:31:01+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/03/11/mind-of-the-raven/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/pearlnotecard.jpgPearlNotecardAn enterprising cockatiel gets to work shredding things.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/ravenwithtrash.jpgRavenwithTrashAn enterprising raven gets to work shredding things.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/mindraven1.jpgMindRavenAn enterprising raven gets to work shredding things.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/raven-1.jpgraven-1A tame raven lets his assistant know he wants tasty paper.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/nesting.jpgNestingCockatiel nesting.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/ravens_nest_lastef.jpgRavens_nest_LastefRavens nesting.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/pearlfirstshowernewcasa.jpgPearlFirstShowerNewCasaFreshly showered wet cockatiel.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/wetraven.jpgWetRavenFreshly showered wet raven (courtesy of Flickr).https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/mindraven.jpgMindRaven2019-08-03T00:31:01+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/03/12/day-148-tactics-to-avoid-a-traffic-ticket/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/ticket4.jpgTicket4Demonstrating "what ticket?"https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/ticket1.jpgTicket1Demonstrating the powerful technique of "cuteness."https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/ticket2.jpgTicket2Demonstrating "glaring."https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/ticket3.jpgTicket3Demonstrating the tactic of "Who Me?"2019-08-03T00:31:01+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/03/13/day-149-breakfast-with-the-tall-tree/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/talltreecheerios4.jpgTallTreeCheerios4But I have to nab my portion quickly - the Tall Tree's odd metal "beak" is much bigger than mine.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/talltreecheerios3.jpgTallTreeCheerios3This dish is especially delicious! https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/talltreecheerios2.jpgTallTreeCheerios2I'll just dig on on my side of "our" bowl.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/talltreecheerios1.jpgTallTreeCheerios1Oh good - he took a helping for two like I knew he would!2019-08-03T00:31:01+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/03/14/day-150-biscotti/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/biscotti5.jpgBiscotti5https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/biscotti4.jpgBiscotti4Mom looks grumpy that I started dining without her - I'll just use "cuteness" to distract her.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/biscotti3.jpgBiscotti3Here is the part Mom always misses out on - the delicate clear crinkly bits.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/biscotti1.jpgBiscotti1And it shreds readily - bonus!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/biscotti2.jpgBiscotti2Oh! This looks thin and crisp! I'll have to try some!2019-08-03T00:31:01+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/03/15/day-151-circle-o-toys/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/toy5.jpgToy5Finally, you can adopt the successful techniques of others, such as powerful red macaws, by posing likewise to discourage toy predators.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/toy6.jpgToy6You can also do daredevil tricks off the side of the toy (that frequently require your mommy to rescue you) to show you will go to any lengths to secure it as yours.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/toy4.jpgToy4Climbing up onto the top of the toy (while positioning your bottom right over the center of it) is another effective territory-staking maneuver.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/toy2.jpgToy2You can also stand in front of it and look threatening to discourage encroaching flock mates.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/toy7.jpgToy7Shredding the toy with your sharp beak is a good way to let others know it is yours.2019-08-03T00:31:00+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/03/16/day-152-curbside-service/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/carry3.jpgCarry3I am so glad I decided to get a featherless assistant - they really come in handy sometimes!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/carry2.jpgCarry2Oh good - she processed my order right away this time. https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/carry1.jpgCarry1I feel like going over and sitting in Mommy's lap. I will stare at her to let her know I am ordering curbside service.2019-08-03T00:31:00+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/03/17/day-153-on-the-hunt/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/crackerhunt1.jpgCrackerHunt1Look, Mom! I caught lunch all by myself!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/crackerhunt4.jpgCrackerHunt4Now that I have the cracker out in the open, I can really dig in!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/crackerhunt7.jpgCrackerHunt7Tis but the work of a moment to fetch it out again.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/crackerhunt8.jpgCrackerHunt8it thinks once I crunch down, it can make itself smaller and sneak back into its hole. Ha!https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/crackerhunt6.jpgCrackerHunt6This cracker doesn't stand a chance against a savvy predator like me.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/crackerhunt5.jpgCrackerHunt5Well, well. What have we here??2019-08-03T00:31:00+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.com/2014/03/18/day-154-culinary-consulting/https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/cookconsult8.jpgCookConsult8Enthusiastic dining can give the chef confidence and let her know what dishes she should make frequently.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/cookconsult6.jpgCookConsult6Most importantly, you can offer the gift of your reassuring expert presence as she prepares your meal.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/cookconsult7.jpgCookConsult7You can use "cuteness" to draw her attention to important ingredients she may have overlooked.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/cookconsult9.jpgCookConsult9The small featherless chef will come to collect you again when she needs more guidance.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/cookconsult5.jpgCookConsult5When in doubt, it is always a good idea to sample the dish-in-progress.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/cookconsult3.jpgCookConsult3Your extensive knowledge of all things culinary can also help improve simple kitchen basics like "stirring."https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/cookconsult2.jpgCookConsult2You can start by directing her towards the items you most enjoy consuming.https://loveandfeathersandshells.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/cookconsult1.jpgCookConsult1Once you have the attention of the featherless being who oversees your meals, you can begin to offer your expertise.2019-08-03T00:31:00+00:00monthlyhttps://loveandfeathersandshells.comdaily1.02025-07-21T14:38:45+00:00