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Even for the most famous and feathery of supermodels, some photo shoots can be more challenging than others. For example, you may be scheduled to pose with scene-stealing props that don’t know how to stick to their scripted role of “second fiddle.” You may also encounter particularly delicious props that interfere with your concentration. When issues likeContinueContinue reading “Day 169: Photo Shoot “with Egg””

It can be very interesting for naturally quick and aerodynamic feathered beings to observe the techniques their large featherless assistants use to get around. Because they have no feathers, no beak, and no talons (poor souls), they tend to require a lot of gear just to get from point A to point B. For featheredContinueContinue reading “Day 168: Sneaker Security”

In nearly every feathered species, it is the manbird who does the pursuing, and the ladybird who does the deciding. Ladybirds are known to be quite choosy, looking for suitors with the glossiest feathers, smoothest moves, and best overall presentation. Even the manliest manbirds can spend months (years!) working on their courtship routines before allContinueContinue reading “Day 167: Attracting a Ladybird”

Part of why it’s so great to be famous (with feathers) is that it is easy to find extra help when you need it….even at the last minute. Say, for instance, you have scheduled an outdoor photo shoot. You are looking very pretty, your large featherless photography assistant has managed to show up on timeContinueContinue reading “Day 166: New Recruits”

When you are feathery and famous, everyone wants you to join their club. But with so many invitations to choose from, it can be tough to decide. Author: Shannon Cutts Co-Author: Pearl Cutts p.s. FREEBIE ALERT! Read the introduction & 3 full chapters from Pearl’s new book – absolutely FREE! ==> Click here to start reading now <==

“Cuteness” and “prettiness” are universally prized traits. But they have their drawbacks too. For instance, say you are in the mood for a restful snooze. But you are very cute and very pretty….both traits that make it especially hard for adoring fans to leave you alone. Author: Shannon Cutts Co-Author: Pearl Cutts p.s. FREEBIE ALERT! Read the introduction &ContinueContinue reading “Day 164: The Ledge Snooze”

Life with a large featherless assistant can be….challenging. You just never know what she might bring home. And since often (always) she doesn’t run new acquisitions by you first, you often (always) have to do your security checks after the fact. Author: Shannon Cutts Co-Author: Pearl Cutts p.s. FREEBIE ALERT! Read the introduction & 3 full chapters fromContinueContinue reading “Day 163: Water Filter Checkup”

Before any modeling session, it is always wise to conduct a final run-through. This gives you a chance to collect your thoughts, corral any stray feathers, and issue any last-minute instructions to your staff. Author: Shannon Cutts Co-Author: Pearl Cutts p.s. FREEBIE ALERT! Read the introduction & 3 full chapters from Pearl’s new book – absolutely FREE! ==> ClickContinueContinue reading “Day 162: Final Run-Through”

Easter is a great day for a manly manbird to pick up chicks. But since it is a holiday….and a first date….AND you want to make the best possible first impression, you will want to offer your chosen ladybird a gift. As well, gifts in baskets tend to be traditional on this particular day. This worksContinueContinue reading “Day 161: Picking Up Chicks”

For potentially competitive flock-wide feasts, the best way to ensure you get the most delectable morsels is to pair up with one of your fellow diners. Let’s say the whole flock is looking forward to enjoying a waffle brunch together. Here, you want to select your Buddy well before the feasting begins, so you can make the mostContinueContinue reading “Day 160: The Waffle Buddy System”