My little bird died last night [View all]

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My ancient little zebra finch, Sid, died overnight. He outlived his mate, Nancy, and their three offspring by a few years. I know he lived to be twice his expected lifespan (he was almost 11), but I can't believe he's gone. Even though we have a house full of cats, it seems so quiet without his cheerful singing now.

Tonight after work I'll have to take down his flight cage, throw out his many perches, dishes and treat clips and see if the animal shelter will take his various seeds and supplements. That little bird sure had a lot of accouterments.

I have nothing profound to say, just that it's amazing how much a little bird, half the size of a sparrow, worked his way into the hearts of my whole family (including our youngest cat, who thinks they're friends. I think he disagreed.).

RIP Sid. I'll miss you beeping back at the microwave and yelling at the sparrows outside.