BaileysPapa Posted September 4, 2013 Share Posted September 4, 2013 Hi, my name's Bill, and my Timneh Grey is Bailey. I have been around birds for most of my life. My Grandparents had a Congo from before I was born, who I inherited when my Grandfather died. That bird lived with me for about 9 years, and was over 50 years old when he died. That was about 10 years ago. Though I had many birds, before & since, I could not bring myself to get another Grey. But, I decided it was time. Being 61 years old, and having worked in Animal Welfare & Rescue, I tried to adopt an older bird. After several failed attempts, I opted for a baby. That's my beautiful Bailey. I belong to several other bird forums, and have visited this site many times. I'm happy to be here, to learn from others, and share my knowledge and experience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timbersmom Posted September 4, 2013 Share Posted September 4, 2013 Hello and welcome Bill and Bailey! Post a pic when you have a chance. We love baby pics Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffNOK Posted September 4, 2013 Share Posted September 4, 2013 Glad you are here! Welcome to you and Bailey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aerial.2000 Posted September 4, 2013 Share Posted September 4, 2013 welcome bill and bailey I almost named my first child bailey however it was a boy LOL ... I dont think he would of appreciated that :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave007 Posted September 4, 2013 Share Posted September 4, 2013 Hi Bill Glad to have you aboard. I also have an older TAG--17yrs old. Really a great bird. Hope you enjoy our board. Welcome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvparrots Posted September 4, 2013 Share Posted September 4, 2013 Hi Bill. Looking forward to learning more about you and Bailey. Welcome to the Grey family! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygram Posted September 4, 2013 Share Posted September 4, 2013 Hello Bill and welcome to our family. So glad to hear you could finally open your heart for another grey, you know how awesome they are as companions and I am surprised you waited as long as you did. Please do read thru as many of the threads as you can but you probably already know most everything since you have shared your life with one before but I find that the more I learn the more I find I don't know. I look forward to seeing some pictures of Bailey when you get the chance to share some. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timbersmom Posted September 4, 2013 Share Posted September 4, 2013 I have to say, since I saw your post that "won't you come home Bill Bailey song just keeps running through my head! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BaileysPapa Posted September 4, 2013 Author Share Posted September 4, 2013 Thank you all for the welcome. Aerial, you think that Bailey is a feminine name? :confused: I knew a guy in college named Bailey. I do not know if Bailey is male or female yet. Our first vet visit is in two weeks. I'll have him/her DNA'd and microchipped. It took me a long time to get another Grey because I knew Jessye (my grandfathers Grey) for my whole life, and kept feeling uncomfortable about replacing him. Plus, I wanted an older rescue, and have had so many other birds. But, since retiring from bird rescue, my home is now less crowded, and I have the time to devote to such an intelligent & sensitive creature. I feel that Bailey was meant to come into my life at this time. And could not be happier! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BaileysPapa Posted September 4, 2013 Author Share Posted September 4, 2013 TimbersMom...I cannot stop laughing! For some reason, that never crossed my mind! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danmcq Posted September 4, 2013 Share Posted September 4, 2013 Welcome Bill and Bailey, it's GreYt having you here. Based on your introduction, I bet you have a ton of stories and good information to share. I am looking forward to that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kins2321@yahoo.com Posted September 4, 2013 Share Posted September 4, 2013 Welcome Bill and Bailey. We appreciate that you have experience and also want to offer our consolences over losing your grey.You mourned until your heart was ready. I am sure your grandfather would be proud of you for your decisions. Nancy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kizzybird Posted September 4, 2013 Share Posted September 4, 2013 Welcome Bill and baby Bailey! Look forward to hearing about you and your new family member! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BaileysPapa Posted September 5, 2013 Author Share Posted September 5, 2013 (edited) Yes, Kins, I'm sure he would. When Jessye died, I had him cremated, and spread his ashes over my Grandfathers grave. I know Gramps was waiting for him over that Rainbow Bridge. Edited September 5, 2013 by BaileysPapa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray P Posted September 5, 2013 Share Posted September 5, 2013 Hi Bill and a big welcome to you and your new companion Bailey. And just so you don`t forget, we love pictures. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffNOK Posted September 5, 2013 Share Posted September 5, 2013 I think Bailey works as a unisex name. I had a beloved female lab named Bailey, but everyone thought she was a boy! I think it works either way. Great name in any case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygram Posted September 5, 2013 Share Posted September 5, 2013 I have to say, since I saw your post that "won't you come home Bill Bailey song just keeps running through my head! I must admit Karen that I thought the same thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aerial.2000 Posted September 5, 2013 Share Posted September 5, 2013 awww that is great... thats funny about knowing a male named Bailey .. I spose a name is just a name is just a name Let us know when you get the DNA back I had named Marco's name picked out prior to uhm DNAing "Her" :rolleyes: LMAO ... I spose if they can name a boy Sue... I can name a girl Marco ...<giggles> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katana600 Posted September 5, 2013 Share Posted September 5, 2013 Welcome to the forum Bill and Bailey. I've loved and lost and rediscovered the love of all things grey with a little Timneh who captured my heart too. When you are ready, you're ready. So glad you wanted to come share with us. I love love love your signature, I feel the same way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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