k9nurse Posted May 18, 2011 Share Posted May 18, 2011 Dear Burt, You were the best friend I've ever had. I was so afraid of you when we first met, but you showed me that trust can be achieved through mutual respect and love. I miss you terribly. Your laugh when I would walk in the door, the way you would say "Get over it" if I was upset. You were such an individual, and I loved you quirks and all. I miss you climbing up my leg to sit in my lap, the way you demanded my attention when I was busy doing something else. You broke the mold, and began my love of birds. No one will ever take your place, but I'd like to think you'd be proud of your dad and I for rescuing another macaw in need. Until we meet again at the bridge, we love you dear Burt. And in true Burt style, I can hear you saying "Whatever". Love, Mom & Dad * Burt passed away just one month ago due to a stroke. There was no warning that he was even ill. Since we rescued him 7 years ago, we don't know exactly how old he was, but we are guessing he was around 12. With all the advances in veterinary medicine, one would think more could be done for our feathered loved ones. As the nursing manager of a veterinary hospital that sees birds, I am advocating that our doctors take the continuing education courses to become proficient at avian cardiac ultrasound. Thanks for letting me share, ~Amanda Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zoom Posted May 18, 2011 Share Posted May 18, 2011 I'm sorry you lost Burt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvparrots Posted May 18, 2011 Share Posted May 18, 2011 Burt sounds like a very loved and wonderful friend. Thank you for sharing your "Dear Burt" with us. I wish you could have introduced him to us in life as well as in memory. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelly Yokum Posted May 18, 2011 Share Posted May 18, 2011 That was sweet, and made a tear come to my eye. Good luck with your new macaw. I have 2, who would have ever thought, that big beak can be so much love. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katana600 Posted May 18, 2011 Share Posted May 18, 2011 Thanks for sharing your love for Burt and all that you have learned from him. I believe he would cheer you on in sharing your home and your love with another macaw. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayd Posted May 20, 2011 Share Posted May 20, 2011 Our deepest prayers........Jayd, Maggie, Spock and the Flock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greywings Posted June 10, 2011 Share Posted June 10, 2011 You expressed that loss so well, those big goofy scary beaked love muffins, sorry for your loss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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