Today, Gabriel woke us up at 3 so hungry that he downed 3 oz in 3 large gulps (wow--lotta 3's!). He then woke up for good at 8, sunny and bright. Emerald woke up shortly thereafter, and then things kind of...imploded.

Amber has a trained Quaker Parrot (parakeet?) named Dennis. Dennis was eating his breakfast when Emerald stuck her finger between the bird and his food. Before I could react, Dennis had accidently bit her.

She was so upset, she started hyperventilating. I was worried she'd pass out. I finally got her calmed down, but she was unhappy.

She cried all morning, and so Amber and I have planned a trip to McDonalds and the Zoo for her this afternoon--I'll let you know how it goes!