Howdy folks :)

[Rival_of_the_Rickeybird]

Hello folks, I am a new member and husband of another new member. For those of you who have met her, my name will say it all. I have watched her just get lose in this site with a big laugh or an "oh wow" or a "well, the Forum says..." every now and then so I had to see what it was all about. The Rickeybird predates our relationship and has pretty much seen me as an intruder all along. I will have to admit that I am just not a bird person but over time I have come to understand a little bit about it. This bird has been the source of so many complications (living situations, expenses, noises, destruction of remote controls and stuff, and I admit it, we've had some fights over him regarding this or that). I always thought that my dear wife was a one of a kind as far as the bird thing, but after roaming around in here a bit, well, I see there is an army of you out there. An army of people who read and study every last tidbit of bird info, spend endless hours just gazing dreamily into a little reptilian eyeball, nurse ugly bites now and then, obsess happily about toys-cages-safety-food, and who count these little colorful alien creatures among their dearest loves.
I guess mostly I just want to say howdy and thank you for bringing delight to a lady who deserves every smile or good word she could ever get, my dear wife. Despite many challenges, she is and has always been the bravest, sweetest, most giving person I know.
Now as far as that parrot goes....................... we have made an uneasy truce over time. He hates the very sight of me, and I can't really say I'm fond of him, but I love the strange magic he brings to my wife's life. So carry on, bird folks. And thanks again.

 

[plumsmum2005]

Hi to RB's rival LOL and beware of low flying revenge ha ha. (see previous thread if in doubt or ask your good lady!)

I am sure we can all make you as totally daft as we are in a short space of time! You never know you may even want your own parrot!

So please be very welcome and enjoy!

 

[CherylCali]

Welcome you nailed the description of us on the head.

'An army of people who read and study every last tidbit of bird info, spend endless hours just gazing dreamily into a little reptilian eyeball, nurse ugly bites now and then, obsess happily about toys-cages-safety-food, and who count these little colorful alien creatures among their dearest loves.'

It's not enough for us to have the bird/s, we also have to be obsessed with the birds and behaviors of others, haha.

CherylCali

 

[Rival_of_the_Rickeybird]

Thanks, ladies. Well met.

 

[GraciesMom]

Ohh man you have been paying attention lol that's pretty accurate.

Welcome sir very nice to meet ya Enjoy your stay & watch out for the beaks!

Kelly

 

[BeatriceC]

Be careful marrying a bird lover. You may wind up with a few of your own. Not that I know anything about that. I have no idea where Charlotte and Leo came from. They just showed up. Really. I swear.

*innocent whistle*

 

[Scott]

Welcome to the forums, Mr. Rival!!! Always nice to have spouses join in the fun. Don't worry, over time we'll have you converted!

 

[Rival_of_the_Rickeybird]

Thank you, ladies and gentleman. I'm getting the hang of things. At least I found an avatar that shows how I feel when the Patagonian is on the loose.

 

[wrench13]

LOL, at the vets on Friday I was rough housing with Salty, Salling my little velociraptor. These 2 ladies, each with bunny rabbits, we're watching this green ball of feathers, a beak and way too many claws basically chew my hands up while making the most blood curdling sounds, and me with a big dumb smile on my face.

 

[Tsali]

Welcome Rival - I must say your intro brought tears to my eyes. You are all lucky to have each other - especially ungrateful TheRickeyBird. He is probably the most lucky of all.

It will be fun to watch the journey from your perspective.

 

[Allee]

Hello, Rival of RB! Pleased to make your acquaintance! I know we're going to like you, how could we not after seeing your username and avatar! We'll have you convinced and searching for a feathered friend of your own in no time!

 

[Terry57]

Best intro ever!
I am so glad you have joined our army and we will have you converted in no time. Your beautiful sentiments about your lovely wife brought a tear to my eye
And then I had to laugh at your avatar!
Welcome!