08/13/2025
Noa, today, as we celebrate your Gotcha Day, I am filled with gratitude and joy for the incredible journey we have embarked on together. You, have grown into a sassy parrot who wants to be heard! When I rescued you, I knew that my heart was opening to a new life filled with challenges and uncertainties. You, my handsome boy, stepped into my world, and together, we embarked on a transformative adventure—one that neither of us fully understood where it would take us. For me, failure was not an option.
From the moment you arrived, your vibrant personality began to shine, even amidst the shadows of your past. I remember those initial days of learning how to live together under the same roof—the adjustments, the lunging from the occasional misunderstandings. You chose me to be your person, and I chose you to be my first experience with a large macaw—a commitment that has blossomed into a wonderful, understanding bond.
Your calls for "Mama," as I understand, are not just a name; they’re a signal that something isn’t quite right in the bird room. Nine out of ten times, it’s a request to check a flock member, a need to be seen, a toy, or a piece of treat that “accidentally fell from your beak” to the floor, and you want it again.
My sweet, misunderstood boy, release from your mind the dark hallway, the cage that once confined you! Those days are long behind you. You are no longer trapped in a place devoid of light and love. Instead, you bask in the warmth of the sun and the love that you receive every day. I see the growth in your spirit—the way you explore your surroundings and find comfort in your daily swinging outside, in the Tikiary Dad built for you. I understand you more than you know, and I am here to help you navigate through the shadows of your past, to work through the memories that may still linger.
Noa, we have been a team now for 12 years, and I am so proud of the strides you have made. Each day is a new chapter in our story, and I am honored to be the one you chose to help you heal and thrive. Thank you for choosing me, for trusting me to be your “Mama,” and for allowing me to witness your journey from darkness into light. May this Gotcha Day serve as a reminder of the love we share and the bright future that lies ahead.
