lisachristine Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 Today was one of the most amazing days of my life! I've had Rosie now for over a year and just recently all her flight feathers have grown back from a HORRIBLE wing clip. When she came to me, one wing was as long as her tail feathers and the other was nothing but a nub. She couldn't fly, let alone perch that well. The other day I decided to open her cage (we've been trying to incourage her to come out more often) which she hardly ever does. Well, she finally came out and jumped to the ground. As I reached down to get her she shot straight up, flew accross the livingroom, did a u-turn to dodge the window, and landed on the rug from where she took off!!!! My son and I were speechless! We didn't think she could fly! What an amazing site.....Thanks for letting me ramble. You guys are the only ones that understand bird talk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kimijean Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 Awesome!! Xandir (RIP) was late fledging because of the recalled Kaytee formula that made him sick and ended up taking his short life. But I remember the first day he took flight, I was thrilled. Kim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbara2 Posted August 16, 2012 Share Posted August 16, 2012 That is fantastic! I am sure that Rosie will just keep improving and amazing you from now on!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timbersmom Posted August 16, 2012 Share Posted August 16, 2012 What a great story! So happy for you and Rosie and looking forward to more Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdhouse Posted August 16, 2012 Share Posted August 16, 2012 Too bad you couldn't see the way I was grinning while I was reading your post. Awesome!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarasota Posted August 16, 2012 Share Posted August 16, 2012 Yeah! The first flight is the best! I think I actually cried the first time Sondheim flew. And just watch over the next few weeks as Rosie perfects her landings. It's quite amazing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zoom Posted August 16, 2012 Share Posted August 16, 2012 Yay Rosie!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chezron Posted August 16, 2012 Share Posted August 16, 2012 Watching them fly is amazing. i never get tired of it. They become so proud of their ability to fly and land. i call them from room to room and they fly, sometimes 50 times in a row. They love it and I love it. Congratulations! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pookamama Posted August 16, 2012 Share Posted August 16, 2012 Congrats!!! I bet you had such joy in your heart! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray P Posted August 16, 2012 Share Posted August 16, 2012 You can always share your story's here and we will enjoy them with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katana600 Posted August 16, 2012 Share Posted August 16, 2012 These milestone moments will be forever etched in your heart and spirit. I am so happy for Rosie and for your family. Something changes when they can move freely and choose where to go next. I am guessing Rosie was just as surprised by her flight as you and your son. I have great hopes that some day I will see Gilbert take that first flight. Congratulations to you and Rosie. Way to go Rosie! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygram Posted August 16, 2012 Share Posted August 16, 2012 I just bet you were grinning from ear to ear when she took that flight, she has come a long way and there is no stopping her now that she has her wings back, these are the stories I love to hear about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mistyparrot Posted August 16, 2012 Share Posted August 16, 2012 (edited) Misty was like that seven years ago. Horrible clip and clumsy attempts to fly but now he is a beautiful confident fully feathered flyer and I am so proud of him. You will be amazed at how well they can negotiate tight turns and pinpoint landings. Well done for letting Rosie get her wings back. That said it is good she seems to understand about windows. Just to make sure take her around and let her tap on the window panes. There is a myth that Greys are clumsy. They are not at all unless they have the misfortune to be clipped. Steve n Misty Edited August 16, 2012 by Mistyparrot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kins2321@yahoo.com Posted August 16, 2012 Share Posted August 16, 2012 Well done Rosie! Now its time to practice! Nancy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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