British racing driver and budgie fancier, James Hunt.
According to his son, “He had about 250 or 300 budgies at one point. He’d spend hours on end with them each day and take them to shows around the country. He even won awards for them. We have the trophies at home, alongside his race-winning trophies!”
Birds playing guitar. First up, a dove:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wy4kdoDb3A0
Rocking out with finches:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=krTu2vnVHVw
And last, but not least, a budgie:
“My Parakeet” by Johnny Richardson.
Throw some millet on the grill, kick back and relax!
Heart wings.
Usually it’s Cooper who likes to promote the heroes, shelters and rescues who help her feathered friends. Today, it’s Harvey’s turn.
Working hurricane relief, when suddenly… On reddit
“lil buddy” is doing just fine, has made a ton of friends. It’s amusing to watch all these soldiers drop what they’re doing to come feed him peanuts….lil buddy has been supervising the relief effort from a high perch. With the OPTEMPO we’re pushing here it’s hard to keep track of him but the marines have spotted him a few times. And I will do what I can to reunite “lil buddy” with his home.
Parrots belonging to evacuees at the Delco center in Austin. Stephen Spillman
If you are looking to volunteer or donate, the Humane Society of the United States, the ASPCA, RedRover and Best Friends Animal Society are all assisting animals affected by Hurricane Harvey.
We don’t always get Cooper’s photos right on the first shot*. Here are some pics that didn’t make the cut.
* Due to the photographer and through no fault of the model, of course.
This month’s book is I Hate Everyone, Except You by Clinton Kelly.
This book is a collection of humorous essays about TV personality/fashion consultant Clinton Kelly. Despite the fantastic cover, however, there is not one mention of budgies. Cooper was not pleased.
