Even a novice like me knows that you did everything you could to pull little Miriam through. It just wasn't meant to be for her to stick around with us. My heart goes out to you.
Congratulations on your successes with the little ones. I have seen firsthand the love, compassion and devotion you show these little guys. It's because of you that I am even interested in having my own one day. Keep doing what you're doing. You are an inspiration to so many, none more than me.
Hey Betty, we grew up with that one. My grandmother, who lived across the street from us as a kid (what a blessing THAT was!), used to make a similar dish about once a week. That roux was a big deal, because she made it out to be one! But that was good food though. Thank you for your suggestion...
That's good information, Nava, thank you very much for that! I haven't given much thought to what I would get first, but once I get settled, my thoughts will turn to that, I'm sure!
Hey, thanks everyone for the kind words of welcome, and for the heads up on regulations. I have determined that, while Portland is going to be my original landing spot, eventually I will be in a smaller, less restrictive area for when I actually acquire the feathered friends. Meanwhile, I will...