Hello Everyone!
This past week has been all about playing catch up for me. Taking a week long vacation is great at the time, but the after math can be a headache. Luckily for me, I live in the "Pura Vida" country... not too much stress here :)
This week, the capacity of our house went from two people and one dog, to three people, two dogs, two cats, a bird and a fish. Most all of you know that I have a deep love (weakness) for animals! So here is how we obtained the six new additions to the casa!
The Humanoid - a.k.a Cara Kent. Cara is our friend that we met here from New Jersey. I have talked about her in past blogs because she works at the monkey shelter! Cara was in the midst of a move, and came to us for a temporary place to stay. We love Cara, and are excited about our new roommate!
The Affenpinscher - a.k.a Spider. Spider is Cara's dog. If you've never heard of an Affenpinscher (which I hadn't), you have to look them up. He's very sweet and we love him too!
The Kittens - a.k.a Ginger Spice & Squirrel Biscuit. On December 22nd, three kittens were born at the Costa Rica Yoga Spa (where I work). The people of Costa Rica do not like cats. They kill the lizards and the birds and they run around breeding more and more "murderers." Because of this, the plan was to throw the kitties into a bag, tie it shut and throw them in the river. I don't like cats. But I also have a serious weakness for all animals... I told the boss that I would take one and find homes for the rest. We now have TWO kittens - I didn't take the third but he is still alive and looking for a home! I picked Ginger Spice first because she was the prettiest of them all. She is the gray, white and orange one. After playing with them we decided we liked Squirrel Biscuit more because she was more independent and playful. Having a kitten is very new to me, but so far, it's very entertaining.
The Magpie Jay - a.k.a Branson. We still don't know if he is going to live, so don't get too attached. The other morning Matty and I were woken up by a very loud and horrible squawking sound from outside of our bedroom window. It was 6AM. I felt like there was a bird sitting on my face screaming into my ear. I sat up and looked out the window to see a Blue Magpie Jay diving down to the ground at a dog. It took me a minute to see it... a tiny baby bird on the ground. I yelled at the dog (who really wasn't being hostile, just curious), grabbed a sarong and ran outside. The mom followed the dog as he trotted away from me. I sat with the baby bird for a few minutes trying to figure out what to do - the nest was at least 25 feet up in the tree. I yelled to Matty to call Cara (she hadn't moved in yet) and ask if the Monkey Shelter would take a baby bird. Clearly it was too early for a phone call, so we sent a text and waited. I sat with the bird for about an hour as his mother dove at my head and squawked in my face. Finally Cara called back and said to put it in some form of box and get it as high up as we can. She also said, "that is my dream bird, if the mother doesn't take it, he's mine." As we were moving him to the tree, we noticed the blood on his shoulder/wing/area. We put him in the tree, told Cara about the wound, and waited. She ended up coming to the house and taking him with her. This was on Sunday, he's still alive but definitely struggling. For anyone who saves a baby bird, mushy dog/cat food works great.
Other exciting news - I bought my plane ticket home for Derek & Margaret's Wedding! Yay! I fly into Denver on the 26th of June - I will be back in Telluride for the 4th of July - flying back to Costa Rica on the 7th of July. I'm very very excited to come home and see everyone! Also found out that my Mom is coming to see me in April! BEYOND excited to see this woman :)
I'm going to end this one on a sad note...you can stop reading if you'd like - There have been various deaths and reminders this week happening to those around me. Our friend's Jeff & Erin lost their 13-year-old pup, guardian and best friend, Clyde. My best friend, Amy, was forced to remember the day she tragically lost her cousin only three years ago. One of my closest friends and old roommate, Mackenzie, lost her father. My Matty and his family lost their dear close friend, Jorge. My heart has been heavy for each of these people. When these things happen, it really shows you how to appreciate. Appreciate every breath you're given, every step you take, every smile you see. Cherish those that you love and that love you back. Remember that no matter how upset you are about your broken nail, your bad hair day or your coffee getting cold... you're still alive. So live each day for those who can't anymore. Don't take your life for granted.
Until next time...
This past week has been all about playing catch up for me. Taking a week long vacation is great at the time, but the after math can be a headache. Luckily for me, I live in the "Pura Vida" country... not too much stress here :)
This week, the capacity of our house went from two people and one dog, to three people, two dogs, two cats, a bird and a fish. Most all of you know that I have a deep love (weakness) for animals! So here is how we obtained the six new additions to the casa!
The Humanoid - a.k.a Cara Kent. Cara is our friend that we met here from New Jersey. I have talked about her in past blogs because she works at the monkey shelter! Cara was in the midst of a move, and came to us for a temporary place to stay. We love Cara, and are excited about our new roommate!
The Affenpinscher - a.k.a Spider. Spider is Cara's dog. If you've never heard of an Affenpinscher (which I hadn't), you have to look them up. He's very sweet and we love him too!
The Magpie Jay - a.k.a Branson. We still don't know if he is going to live, so don't get too attached. The other morning Matty and I were woken up by a very loud and horrible squawking sound from outside of our bedroom window. It was 6AM. I felt like there was a bird sitting on my face screaming into my ear. I sat up and looked out the window to see a Blue Magpie Jay diving down to the ground at a dog. It took me a minute to see it... a tiny baby bird on the ground. I yelled at the dog (who really wasn't being hostile, just curious), grabbed a sarong and ran outside. The mom followed the dog as he trotted away from me. I sat with the baby bird for a few minutes trying to figure out what to do - the nest was at least 25 feet up in the tree. I yelled to Matty to call Cara (she hadn't moved in yet) and ask if the Monkey Shelter would take a baby bird. Clearly it was too early for a phone call, so we sent a text and waited. I sat with the bird for about an hour as his mother dove at my head and squawked in my face. Finally Cara called back and said to put it in some form of box and get it as high up as we can. She also said, "that is my dream bird, if the mother doesn't take it, he's mine." As we were moving him to the tree, we noticed the blood on his shoulder/wing/area. We put him in the tree, told Cara about the wound, and waited. She ended up coming to the house and taking him with her. This was on Sunday, he's still alive but definitely struggling. For anyone who saves a baby bird, mushy dog/cat food works great.
Other exciting news - I bought my plane ticket home for Derek & Margaret's Wedding! Yay! I fly into Denver on the 26th of June - I will be back in Telluride for the 4th of July - flying back to Costa Rica on the 7th of July. I'm very very excited to come home and see everyone! Also found out that my Mom is coming to see me in April! BEYOND excited to see this woman :)
I'm going to end this one on a sad note...you can stop reading if you'd like - There have been various deaths and reminders this week happening to those around me. Our friend's Jeff & Erin lost their 13-year-old pup, guardian and best friend, Clyde. My best friend, Amy, was forced to remember the day she tragically lost her cousin only three years ago. One of my closest friends and old roommate, Mackenzie, lost her father. My Matty and his family lost their dear close friend, Jorge. My heart has been heavy for each of these people. When these things happen, it really shows you how to appreciate. Appreciate every breath you're given, every step you take, every smile you see. Cherish those that you love and that love you back. Remember that no matter how upset you are about your broken nail, your bad hair day or your coffee getting cold... you're still alive. So live each day for those who can't anymore. Don't take your life for granted.
Until next time...
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