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Neuroscientists tell us that having interesting experiences helps us build new neural connections, which keeps us young. When you are small and cute and feathery, you already know you can build new neural connections anytime you want. Take family dinners for instance. Let’s say a delicious portion of lasagna is being served. If you areContinueContinue reading “Day 99: Lasagna”

You just never know when you might be in the mood to do something cute. For instance, let’s say there is a lovely plush teal pillow sitting on top of that crunchy wicker couch you like so much. The plush pillow is quite soft. You decide you need a break from chewing so you wanderContinueContinue reading “Day 98: Cuteness”

Hide ‘n seek hasn’t endured as a favorite game for no reason. The reason is, it is very fun. What makes it even more fun is when you are seeking for tasty treats. But the most fun is when your large featherless assistant doesn’t realize you are playing hide n’ seek for your treats. Author:ContinueContinue reading “Day 97: Hide N Seek”

Library books are delicious. Crunchy, full of fiber and fun, with clean white pages that can be shredded just so to make the most interesting designs…..and some even have reflective plastic covers (hardbacks are the best for these). Author: Shannon Cutts Co-Author: Pearl Cutts

Sometimes your large featherless caretaker contracts something called “being under the weather.” You can tell she has this when she naps in the middle of the day (an activity usually reserved for you). But since having feathers automatically makes you an excellent nurse, you already know that sitting on her head while she sleeps isContinueContinue reading “Day 95: Nursing”

In a way, Meg Daley Olmert’s book “Made for Each Other” didn’t tell me anything any animal lover (and especially any parront) doesn’t already know. Hanging out with Pearl feels good. Check. Pearl enjoys it too. Check. We need our pets as much as (okay, probably more than) they need us. Check. Rather, what IContinueContinue reading “Made for Each Other: the Biology of the Human-Animal Bond”

Sometimes my (awesome) friends buy me presents for no reason. Technically, most of the presents are for Pearl, but we share them. Sort of. As you can see. p.s. the super cool throw (and the equally fetching birdcage pillow in the background) both came to us courtesy of my bff and Marshall’s. Author: Shannon CuttsContinueContinue reading “Day 94: New Arrivals”

There is an undeniable allure to a good-looking man in a tuxedo. Clearly the ladies can’t resist it. The large featherless beings do look pretty good in their tuxedos, it is true. But what if you are a (very) attractive avian with the kind of natural grey and white coloration that can set off yourContinueContinue reading “Wet Bird Couture: The Tuxedo”

Love knows no barriers. No boundaries. It arises regardless of what species you are or whether other people believe it is possible for your particular species to feel or express true love. Since true love lasts a lifetime, it can be one of the great fulfilling joys of life. When you find enduring love, youContinueContinue reading “Day 93: True Love”

If you have feathers and a hooked bill and you spy something covered in a fresh crinkly crunchy plastic wrapper, it is only a matter of time before pure instinct takes over. Author: Shannon Cutts Co-Author: Pearl Cutts