But I don't like pets.
I know. I'm a jerk.
Despite that we have a new member of our family. A yellow spotted salamander found in our backyard. He was so instantly loved, I couldn't help but pile in the car with Randal and the kids and head to the pet store to buy him a cage and crickets.
Really, this is a blessing. The school holds a pet parade at the end of each year. Last year Ethan was devastated the morning of the parade realizing he could only be a spectator.Randal and I were not sure if this little guy (recently named Starcatcher for the star-like spots on his back) would take to his new environment. We warned the kids that if it appeared he was not eating we would need to mercifully set him free. Now Ethan's prayers faithfully include a plea for the well-being of his new little pet.
After another trip to the pet store for more crickets I am happy to report he is eating well. But any additional prayers that he will make it to the June 15th parade would always be welcome.Truthfully, I hope he thrives with us. I kinda like having him around. I catch myself checking on him everyday myself. He's so cute.
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It is a great pet. I had never seen one before. I'm glad we were some of the first to meet him. Thanks again for the great time.
We will be sure to remember Starcatcher in our prayers. I can't wait to show the kids here your pictures. Makylle has been facinated with salamanders ever since they learned about animal habitats in school a couple of years ago.
He is so cute, and the smiles on the kids face...priceless! We will definetly keep him in our prayers too. It is hard to admit when mom has fallen in love with the unwanted pet(I have been there also).
You probably inherited your aversion to pets from your mother. Sorry about that. (sigh) Although, I do remember a gerbil you owned at one time. :-)
I didn't really want the bunnies that are now in our back yard, yet here they are (our compromise for the dog Keith wanted). And you guessed it, I'm the one who feeds and waters them and checks on them a couple of times a day.
Maybe it's the mother in us that deep down wants living things to do well.
Cute? Are you kidding! haha Well, I am assuming since I am slow in reading this that he made it and all is well.
next stop.....FROG!! hehe
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