Dithering. Many people wring their hands and can't quite wrap their head around getting started making Chop. They worry. They put it off. They concern themselves with the details. They simply don't know how to begin. Well, I guess you should... Continue Reading →
Once again I find myself getting ready to get ready. I'm going back to Best Friends Animal Society in Kanab, Utah, but this time I'm not going alone. Apparently there will be a small band of us going. Most of... Continue Reading →
Paula and Moi Catching Up at the AFA Where would be without it? In the bird world it seems that something is always going on and people have a tendency to disagree more than they agree. Sides are taken, opinions are... Continue Reading →
The Bird Channel announced that the magazine BIRDS USA is having a photo contest. The two categories are: "Food Delight," and "Winging It." For each category, they will award first, second and third prizes. The first-prize winner wins $150, second... Continue Reading →
I just got a heads up from my editor at Bird Channel. (BC) They posted a story about our Chopalooza event to support Florida Parrot Rescue. Simply click on the heading. It's a link to the article: Parrot Nation’s Chopalooza!... Continue Reading →
While Facebook has its myriad charms and useful attributes, there are a few negative aspects. One of them is people. I've been known to say I've always wanted to be a flight attendant for Fed Ex. I have been in... Continue Reading →
Juanita is a genius when it comes to making Chop, but her filing skills are somewhat limited. She sometimes relies on the kindness of the less "organizationally challenged" to keep her office and records intact. Once again, thanks go the... Continue Reading →
If you aren't familiar with the website, ANIMALS TALKING IN ALL CAPS, it is hysterical. Love it love it, love it. Su Gould turned me on to it and it is wonderful! As a way of acknowledging what they do,... Continue Reading →
The Parrot Adoption and Education Center in Cleveland has a conference coming up in September that you don't want to miss. On Sunday, September 9th, they'll be hosting a conference featuring Pamela Clark, Kris Porter, and Donald Brightsmith. They are having... Continue Reading →