This is Dave Oehler; Major Dude, Lead Cheese, and "Big Bird" at the Bird House. I believe his title is "Bird Curator". But to me he is simply the "Major Dude". When that came to mind, all I could think... Continue Reading →
One of my Favorite songs is by Peter Townsend and Ronnie Lane from an album titled "Rough Mix". It's called "Street in the City" and it reminds me of the frenetic activity that occurs in the Bird House behind the... Continue Reading →
A little music to look at faces by: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cqtjpCGhCQk&feature=related This is a Rockhopper Penguin. They are agreeable little tykes that suck down fish like a kitchen disposal. They get a little crabby now and again, but I think they are... Continue Reading →
(Having a Laugh With "Buddy" the Magellenic Penguin. He's a pretty witty guy.) I'm now on 8 days in a row of working. My head doesn't feel it, but my hands do. I seem to be developing a... Continue Reading →
This is the Intern House right across the street from the zoo. My room is the center 2 windows with the fire escape on the 2nd floor. How very "Mary Tyler Moore"! 9-04-08 6 a.m. get up. Quick shower; no... Continue Reading →
9-04-08 7:27 p.m. I’m sitting on the front porch of the Intern house. My favorite place since I cleaned it. I have spent the most amazing 2 days. I could leave now and be happy. Steve picked me up at... Continue Reading →
9-02-08 7:45 a.m. MIA-ORD I cannot even describe to you how tired I am. I am currently sitting on the jump seat of a 757 on my way to Chicago. The cushion on the jump seat feels as though I... Continue Reading →
My luggage for my Internship at the Cincinnati Zoo. I have to carry everything with me, even bedding, so it's a lot to carry for 3 weeks: 8:00 a.m. I made a list of everything I need to pack... Continue Reading →
(My friend Doreen and I on our way to Jamaica) I just finished a 6-day stretch of flying. I have tomorrow off with the exception of a meeting, and then I go back to a 5-day grind. I've been getting... Continue Reading →
Parrot Nation 