I have not published a blog post in almost two years. I offer my sincerest apologies to those of you who have missed it. I am not finished with it and you will see new posts this year, as well as updated ones from the past. That is my promise to you.
However, at the moment I find myself with yet one more huge hurdle to cross. I have not published blog posts or newsletters for just about two years. Why? The past two years have just about brought me to my knees. The pandemic triggered childhood trauma in a way that I still don’t understand. In addition, I dealt with a string of misfortunes that left me without energy for much else. The last was a cancer diagnosis that required two surgeries. And, now I am forced to relocate because my landlord has other plans for my home.
I offer this explanation because I know that I am not alone in having had a very rough time during this pandemic. It has changed life for us all, some more profoundly than others.
I have looked for a place to live in Oregon and my desire for a small place where I might keep a few parrots was quickly met with harsh reality. The most affordable place I found was a 500 sq. ft. studio apartment in a run-down building for $900 with a “no pets” decree. Insane.
I have made the rather bold decision to move to Indiana. I’ve always lived on the West Coast, but the cost of living is impossible now. I have loving friends in Indiana, so now I just have to figure out how to get myself there. I will be 69 years old in May and the thought of moving my household across the country is a daunting proposition.
I’m afraid that I must ask for your help. I do not have the resources to get there. Thus, I have set up a GoFundMe campaign. This is the link to contribute if you are moved to do so.
I want my readers to know that the past two years have not been those of wasted effort. They gave me a chance to pause and rethink some fundamental aspects of parrot keeping and you will hear about these this year in new posts. I have come to some conclusions that have not to date been discussed in the “parrot world.”
Relocation will require that I place some of my 10 parrots. This task is one that I can barely confront, but I know that there are great homes out there and have decided to just do the footwork and remain unattached to the outcome. I will be writing more about the parrots who need new homes in my newsletter.
I hope that you will support me in making this move. Please help.
Pamela Clark, CPBC 
I’m so so sorry to hear this but I knew it was coming because of the conversation we had last year, not an easy task in so many ways,
I plan on donating just wish it was a lot more!
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So sorry to hear about this troublesome time for you. I was trying to donate but the link seems to be broken?
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Liv,
You are so sweet. I have fixed the link. The correct link is: https://gofund.me/ac6e291b. Thank you SO much for considering a donation. Wishing you all of the best for you and your feathers.
Pam
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Pamela, I am truly sorry you are going through this situation, sending strong healing energies your way, our prayers are with you: you are a very special person! I will connect with your link now.
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Dear Rosita,
What a sweet note. I really appreciate your time and the caring you expressed in your message. I am grateful for you.
Pam
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I am so sorry, Pam – moving is tough at any age. And, this year has been extraordinarily draining. I will definitely support. Also, we would be more than glad to help if you need a place for any of your wonderful birds to stay for a month or two while you get settled. Or longer. We spend summers in Ohio with family, so Indiana is just a quick drive from a Texan’s perspective.
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Lisa,
How incredibly kind of you! I appreciate all of the support you have offered. (You’ll be hearing from me later today also.) I don’t think that I will need temporary housing for any of the parrots, but I do appreciate the offer and I will bear it in mind if things change.
Thank you very much, Lisa.
Pam
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Pam, welcome to Indiana, I’ve lived here all my life. I just found your blog today , while searching for advise about introducing a parrot into a new environment.
I’m sending good karma, thoughts and prayers your way as you continue to recover from the pass couple of years and move forward with your “ new environment “.
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Dear Cindy,
What a wonderful message to receive. Thank you so much for the welcome. I’m still in Oregon at this point but very much looking forward to arriving in Indiana. I think I will like it there. Thank you for all the kind thoughts.
Did you find the blog post about introducing a new parrot? I do have one:)
Warm regards,
Pam
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