JillyBeanz

‘Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house, not a creature was stirring not even a mouse. The African Grey on his perch he did stand, listening for santa and sleigh as they land. Santa came down the chimney and to his surprise – an African Grey was staring into his eyes. He moved to the left and he moved to the right, but that African grey wouldn’t let him out of his sight. "I’m Santa Claus deary" he said to this bird, the bird it did look at him as if slightly absurd. Santa continued to make his way to the tree, but the African Grey would not let him see. He flapped round the living room with all of his might, and poor old dear Santa had to put up a fight. To put out the presents he ran all around, then dropped to the floor snipering across the ground. He got to the tree at the same time as parrot, to see that dear Rudolph would not get his carrot. The African Grey sat on top of the tree, the carrot in beak as happy as can be. Santa reached into his slightly opened sack and pulled out some presents that he did tightly pack. The African Grey being a naughty, cheeky parrot aimed for Santa’s head and he dropped the carrot. It bounced of his head and it dropped to the ground, then off flew the parrot without making a sound. Santa continued his job as he’d planned, thinking houses with parrots next year would be banned. The African grey he then started to chatter, he’d decided with Santa he’d quite like a natter. He fluffed up his feathers and then started to talk “Merry Christmas to All” and then let out a squawk. It was back up the chimney, sack in his hand then back to the sleigh to where it did land. As santa was flying into the night sky the grey it did cry “It was lovely meeting you Santa, goodnight and goodbye”. So if you want santa to visit your house, make sure that your parrot’s as quiet as a mouse!!

danmcq wrote: ENOUGH! Ewwww - I've just had my breakfast!!!! :unsure:

Ha Ha! Love it!! I can proudly say that at 0700 hours this morning I was in my local supermarket buying.......YOU'VE GUESSED IT!!! Three cases of beer, three cases of lager and that awful blue windscreen wash coloured alcopop (Wicked) that the "children" like to drink!! And that's just for the xfactor final tonight!! Come on Geordie Joe!!!!! :woohoo:

That is so cute Janet - you've got the best of both worlds! The cute little grey with the red tail. Bless Ana Grey - she's beautiful

Ha Ha! You're not wrong there Jill - this boats only been in the water three times since he got it and he's broken it all three times - and he thinks he's racing it next year - mmm, I shall wait with baited breath!!! :laugh:

I use sheets of gold leaf. Of course I don't!!! I use newspaper too - but learned a great trick from Dave007 to use greaseproof paper under the paper, so that any watery poops or water splashed onto the newspaper won't get into the tray to rust it. Great idea!

Greywings wrote: Ha Ha! I've often thought that Harvey is communicating - it's just I don't understand it!!! I'm now going to watch him and see if there's any patterns in what he's sending to his alien friends!!

I KNOW!!! GUTTED!! I thought I would be nice and volunteer - Michael always goes! 15 year olds have a better social life than us!! My drink IS my social life!!!! :laugh: Have one for me please Sheila xx

A little background information would be helpful!! Rally Drivers Roast Duck Rubber Duck Raging Dolphins Red Devils Am I close? :laugh: :laugh:

Right, it's Friday, it's F.A.R.T night and as your leader I am setting a very, very bad example! No drink at all!!! I have the pleasure of picking my step daughter up after a night out at 10.30pm - a 40 mile round trip! So - think of me out in the dead of nice, with the fog, ice and other hazards! Bet there's no grit on the roads!!! :laugh: :laugh:

Ah - thanks Bernie - My Hero!

Is this not what you put ON the xmas tree - like a beautiful fairy - not where you shove it!!! :laugh:

Supernova wrote: You're supposed to put the petrol in the engine tho Bernie - not drink it!!!! :laugh: Anyhoo! You best get out this weekend - because for the next three months the pond will be frozen - you'll need to fit skates!!!! :laugh: :laugh:

Arun - you are a Southern softie - it might be tropical down here - but here up North I'm afraid you'll need to wear more than your t-shirt!!! :laugh: :laugh: I live in Newcastle and I wouldn't take Harvey outside - actually, I've just come in and it is 1 degree centigrade - I might have to wear my coat if I pop to the shops Joking asides - it is too cold - Chris is right. He'll be fine if you leave him in the cottage xx Have a fab time

URGH!!! NO!!!! Those poor children!! Skinny Dipping!! I spy with my little eye people drinking H C

Oh, don't worry about the whistles! Harvey whistles like a coffee pot - he whistles everything - even after he says "hello" he whistles, after he's done something wrong and says "uh oh", he whistles. I know what you mean though - I've read all about the "dont copy the whistles, they won't talk etc etc". Personally I think this is a load of hooey - birds whistle!!! I also know what you mean about your poor housekeeper - my husband's aunt is scared of birds and doesn't particularly like Harvey - even when he is in his cage! Tell the housekeeper she goes before Paco!!!

Hi Gran - I was extra puzzled when I saw a "hello" from you - like you say you have been around ages and I've noticed your name in the "Who's online" box! Great that you've made the leap - looking forward to learning more about yourself and Maggie. Jill xx

Star of David I spy with my little eye people ice skating on a F P Disclaimer: (children, please don't do this unless supervised, in a safe, tested place)!!!

judygram wrote: I love oranges and orange juice - you are so lucky that they are grown near and aren't on a boat for six weeks like what we have to endure!! Oranges just don't taste like oranges any more

Mince Pies!! You leave Mince Pies for Santa to eat!!! Mrs Santa Claus I spy with my little eye a nativity scene with T W M

Great picture of BoBo - and great haircut (you've changed since you posted your Avatar)!!! :laugh:

Supernova wrote: Crash and Burn more like! :laugh:

Ha Ha! Well, between impersonating that Pterodactyl and the UK sending you that cold snap I've incorporated to ages into Harvey's world - the Ice Age and the Prehistoric Age - something for everyone!! :laugh:

Yeah Bernie - I'm not bothered either :laugh:

Ha Ha! Not here in the UK - Harvey would freeze to death!! If it was warm rain, can't see why a grey who likes showering would mind it!