We went out today to get some issues with hardware sorted. One Kindle Fire had broken, and one iPad was not switching on. My darling Hubby Dearest has the gift of the gab and can usually get what he’s after!
We also needed to buy football boots for Lil Princess who is starting football training this week.
Never thought we’d come home with two additions that were alive, rather than two new electrical devices!
What could it be?!
Meet Heer (the blue girl) and Ranhja (the green boy), our two new parrotlets! They are six months old and pretty much fully grown.
And what of our fur-baby Sonu Singh?
Sonu Singh thinks I’m his bed!
Well, he was intrigued! What were these funny little flying things that were chirruping away?
What’s going on??
He came over to take a closer look too…
Who ARE you!?
I tried to get the phone into the cage for a closer look… and he was there in the background too!
I can see you…
They are pretty little things, a fledgling couple who could, if we decide to, us a nest box to mate and lay eggs!
How did we end up with them?
Well, we popped into a pet shop that just caught our eye as we wandered around the shopping centre, and the next thing you know, I saw these two, and they just melted my heart. They aren’t too big, the size of budgies, and they were cuddled up together in a perch.
I fell in love.
And Hubby Dearest took full advantage of my soft spot! If he had his way we;d have dogs, rabbits, a tortoise, chickens, a full menagerie!
So, after walking around the shops we ended up back there and left a bit financially lighter, but fuller in the family way!
Here they are, settling in to their new home!
Now to the names… Why Heer and Ranjha?
Well, like Sonu Singh got his Punjabi name, living in a Punjabi family, I needed an ethnic pairing for these two too!
Love stories always seem so tragic in our culture, and there is a story of Heer Ranjha. Heer a girl from a rich family, and Ranjha a son of a farmer, fall in love, and like Romeo and Juliet, they die trying to keep their love alive.
Heer Ranhja
Here’s hoping the tragic ending is not synonymous to the names!
But don’t worry, we won’t be forgetting Sonu Singh, he’ll still be on my bed every night commanding attention!
Naughty cat, sticking his tongue out!
And FYI, we got the football boots, a refund for the Kindle… the iPad is a To Be Continued saga!
I’ll keep you posted on the continuing saga of our furry/feathered family Peeps!
But I Smile Anyway... 
Dec 07, 2017 @ 00:22:01
We’ve a houseful of pets too. They make a house a home. Good for you!
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Dec 07, 2017 @ 07:04:21
Thank you! We do love our furry and feathered family!
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Dec 08, 2017 @ 05:18:13
When I’m on the phone to someone who doesn’t know me well, I’ve been asked, “Where ARE you?” Because of the sound of all the budgies chirping, lol!
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Dec 08, 2017 @ 07:37:54
Lol! Heer and Ranjha can be REALLY loud so I totally get that!
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Sep 20, 2017 @ 15:16:53
The cat’s thinking, “Those look so yummy.”
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Sep 20, 2017 @ 17:33:58
Possibly but he won’t get a chance!!!
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Sep 18, 2017 @ 14:39:56
Beautiful birds Ritu.
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Sep 18, 2017 @ 15:58:19
Thank you !
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Sep 18, 2017 @ 13:57:08
That is exactly the reason why I am not allowed in pet shops. I would come home with all the animals given half a chance
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Sep 18, 2017 @ 15:56:35
Thing it’s not usually me who encourages it.. but I fell in love lol!
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Sep 18, 2017 @ 16:01:02
I popped out once and came home with a kitten, my partner was not a happy bunny, but he has fallen in love since.
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Sep 18, 2017 @ 16:03:22
Lol! I love cats, my hubby wanted a dog. I don’t mind them but was a little scared. So one day he decided if I wouldn’t accept a pup then a kitten would do. Thing is there is still stuff to do for a kitten, and you can’t go away as spontaneously as you would without pets. It wasn’t my first choice, but now we have Sonu Singh, we wouldn’t be without him!
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Sep 18, 2017 @ 16:05:19
I have to admit, when we got our dog, I didnt give much thought to holidays, and then by the time we got the 2nd cat, I think we had basically decided that holidays were out for a good 15 years
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Sep 18, 2017 @ 16:52:48
🐦😻🐦💜
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Sep 18, 2017 @ 04:35:44
Awww so beautiful and so cute…and a lovely story behind their names..I love names which have meaning or memory 🙂
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Sep 18, 2017 @ 06:50:01
I love to give names with a little thought! They are cute, but not quite settled yet!
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Sep 18, 2017 @ 07:56:15
They will take a little while but will soon adjust 🙂
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Sep 18, 2017 @ 08:13:44
Hope so!
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Sep 18, 2017 @ 14:09:02
They should we used to have a cockatiel and a parrot( African Grey) you just need to watch the cat as they naturally will have a bird
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Sep 18, 2017 @ 15:57:27
Yes, we won’t let them out with him around and there is still a while to go before we can do that!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 22:09:18
Aww, beautiful birds. Beautiful story about love behind their names too. Kitty doesn’t have to worry; he’s still my favourite! 😻
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 23:15:24
Thank you Persia! Sonu Singh is very grateful!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 20:23:39
Hahah how cute is the picture with your cat trying to get to know the birds lol so cute
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 21:54:21
He’s flipping between being really intrigued and feigning boredom Lol!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 19:42:11
This is so funny, Ritu and just the sort of thing we would do. Look forward to lots of stories as your beauties settle into into their new life!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 19:56:11
🐦😻🐦 I still can’t quite believe I’m sat next to a huge cage with two parrots in it and a cat that is extremely curious!
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Sep 18, 2017 @ 20:20:22
Love it!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 17:46:24
I just love animal stories! My home would be filled with pets, if only I could get my husband on board. For now, we have our pup inside, and our 13 chickens and 1 duck in the backyard. I keep pushing to buy a hobby farm so I can be surrounded by lovely creatures. We shall see. Thanks for sharing pics of your two new family members.
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 18:07:29
Awww! My hubby would love to be surrounded by animals too!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 17:33:07
my dog constantly makes me wish I’d got a bird
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 17:43:50
Lol!!!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 15:20:40
Aww, birds are my favourite animals. I’d love a parrot but only if I was home more. Are yours Love Birds? They’re beautiful 😀
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 15:57:23
They are Parrotlets. Which are the smallest parrots you get. They won’t grow bigger but can be around for 30 years!!
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Dec 07, 2017 @ 00:20:35
Wow! I didn’t know they lived that long; awesome!
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Dec 07, 2017 @ 07:04:03
A LONG time!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 14:55:23
Aw so cute!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 14:58:47
😍❤
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 17:13:01
🐱🐦😍
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 14:36:54
I can imagine that Sonu Singh is very intrigued and has a new occupation now!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 14:39:26
Oh sis he is! Just staring at them!!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 14:50:26
He is observing and might be ready to take his chance. Or one day you will post a photo of him cuddling with the birds!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 14:58:35
We can work on it Lol!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 15:01:01
I am sure 😺🐤
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 13:15:35
congratulations on the additions to your family!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 14:30:17
Lol thanks!!!!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 11:56:40
We’ll that was some trip to the store. Your cat is cute!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 11:58:38
Lol thanks!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 11:23:43
Fantastic. I look forward to reading of their progress 🙂
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 11:36:59
The kids managed to get one to take seed from their fingers… It’s a start!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 11:04:28
Can they be trained to say rude words though?
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 11:21:33
Apparently!!!! Lol!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 10:35:48
I want to come and stay so badly now 😊
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 10:58:29
Breakfast and pets!!! Lol!!!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 10:34:23
Oh they are gorgeous…what a wonderful idea…I love birds…now I am already considering a couple of these cuties 🙂 (Love your wee cat too 🙂 )
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 10:57:21
They are cute and won’t grow bigger either!!!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 09:12:50
Gorgeous animals! Can’t wait to hear more about the new additions to your family
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 09:03:45
Oh they’re beautiful! I love that you spontaneously bought them! I also LOVE that photo of Sonu’s little face looking up at the cage haha.
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 09:11:46
He flits between looking out of the window and watching them! Then goes up to the cage and tries to touch them! But obviously can’t as they are behind bars! Surprisingly, they don;’t fly away from wherever he is, they just move a little further from the bars and watch him!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 09:27:51
Haha. I love interactions between species. I bet you end up spending a lot of time watching them, watch each other.
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 09:32:10
This is exactly what I’m doing right now! The cage is next to my PC and they are watching Sonu, watching them. I am sitting her typing and watching them too!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 09:38:26
Haha love it. Everyone’s sussing everyone out! X
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 09:53:12
Totally!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 08:59:16
Oh bless, they’re so cute 😍
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 09:10:24
They are! Trying to get the kids to understand that we have to give them a few days before teaching them to skateboard/play basketball/do tricks lol! They don’t even want to step up onto our fingers yet because they need to get used to us, and this furry big brother of theirs too, who is intrigued!!!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 08:42:27
Aww lovely addition, my gran had birds and it was always fun to help look after them.
Enjoy.
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 08:43:11
They are cute! Just got to get them adjusted to the new house, and let the cat stop being so interested lol!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 09:13:00
Good luck with the adjustment period, cannot wait to hear about it.
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 08:01:47
It looks like they already know how to play to the camera.
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 08:02:53
Methinks you are right there April!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 04:56:04
Fantastic
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 08:00:26
😀
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 02:57:47
I’m so glad you have two and not one. Birds need one another. They are beautiful. You have brought new joy into your family, Ritu.
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 07:58:16
Thank you Jennie! The pet shop would only sell them as a pair. And at 6 months they are too young, but if we were to provide a nesting box, they could lay eggs and have babies next year, if we wished!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 11:42:25
That would be exciting!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 11:42:43
😚
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 02:56:05
I love the names and so fitting to the two gorgeous birds. I have never had pets so pictures or stories about them always makes me happy 🙂 beautiful addition to the family.
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 07:57:09
Thank you Parul! They are so pretty! Sitting there watching me type at the moment!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 02:28:22
Both are wonderful! Good luck, Ritu! Never heared about a cat not willing to catch birds. Our former cat also tried to catch doves. Wish you all a nice sunday. 😉 Michael
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 07:56:37
Well they’re safe in the cage then! Sonu Singh isn’t an outdoor cat, so he hasn’t really experienced chasing them outside. He is totally intrigued though!!!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 12:46:52
Your word in God’s ear. As we say in Germany. You almost have a Noah ark now. LOL But it’s nice. Wish you all a nice Sunday, and a nice start of the week. Do not forget to look at Sonu Singh. LOL
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 14:30:06
Thank you Lol!!!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 02:12:14
Reblogged this on Die Erste Eslarner Zeitung – Aus und über Eslarn, sowie die bayerisch-tschechische Region!.
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 00:31:05
winged Angels! May you all enjoy many happy times! ❤
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 07:54:40
Thank you Annette! Just uncovered the cage this morning and found them both on the perch. Ranjha the boy is still very sleepy, Heer is awake and looking around. Lil Man said Ranjha is just like his dad (Hubby Dearest enjoys his sleep lol!) Sonu has attempted to ‘greet’ them a couple of times, and is now content to sit on the table, watching the outside, then turning around to check out his two feathered siblings!
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 23:00:32
Congratulations on the feathery twosome. I’m sure they’ll fit right and just chirp away 😁
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 23:20:14
Thank you Dear Brother!!!!
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 23:23:27
You are so welcome dear Sister!!!
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 22:57:19
Looks like frustrating days for the kitty
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 23:19:50
He is intrigued to be honest! But I think he’ll get bored after a while!
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 22:50:09
Lovely post , those birds are so awesome!! The perfect add to your family. 🌹🌹
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 22:54:11
Our menagerie is growing sis!
🐦😻🐦👧🏽👦🏽👨🏽👩🏽💜
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 23:24:20
Yes you can definitely say that Hun 💜
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 22:46:54
All in the family….
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 22:52:36
They are now Lol!!!
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 22:46:30
Reblogged this on crjen1958.
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 22:25:28
Wow…we have done some impulse buying over the years…but never came home with new life forms. Good for you. They are beautiful, and I love the story behind the names. Watch out for alone time with the kitty.
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 22:45:20
Lol I know… never done that kind of impulse buy before! But yes we’ve covered the cage for the night and will shut the door so he can’t go there until we are with him in the morning! Fun and games ahead!
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 22:20:20
Awww! They are gorgeous birds! 😊
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 22:42:51
They are so pretty!!!!
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 22:16:31
make sure the cage is secured so kitty can only look and not knock it over.
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 22:42:34
We have weighted the bottom down!!!
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 22:10:47
Awwh, I love them! They’re so pretty 😁
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 22:42:12
They are really cute!!!
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 21:39:08
Haha – well you never know how weekend errands will turn out!
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 21:54:56
Well I never envisaged this ending lol!!!
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 21:30:12
Did you buy them? I’ve always wondered how much a parrot costs, not that I want to buy…
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 21:32:41
We did. They were £100 for a pair. They are the smallest parrots you can get, so don’t get much bigger!
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 21:34:13
Ok, but I’m sure they will soon be big birds
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 21:54:08
No, they stay this size!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 08:26:38
Ok, thought they were chicks or whatever they call their young ones
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 08:36:26
Initially that’s what thought but no, Parrotlets are a type of Parrot, the smallest you get!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 10:14:23
I see. It’s just like a different species of the parrot family
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 10:20:02
Yup!
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Sep 17, 2017 @ 10:21:38
Ok
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 21:27:59
The little birds look lovely, Sis. I am sure they are going to bring you all lots of joy and happiness too 🙂
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 21:32:10
Thank you sis!
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 21:26:17
Those are some beautiful birds. 🙂
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 21:27:16
They are gorgeous, even if I do say so myself! It was love at first sight!
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 21:36:45
They will drive the kitty crazy… 😀
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 21:54:26
He’s been fascinated by them!
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 21:57:16
Plotting their death carefully, biding his time…
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 22:41:52
I hope not Lol!!!
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 21:24:51
I love birds. Great addition to your family.
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Sep 16, 2017 @ 21:26:42
Thanks Tony! They are really cute!
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