Dearest Rembrandt, a.k.a. Alphonse Ignatz Zoltan Hirohito Rembrandt van Tiel of the Clan McTiel, a.k.a. Spanky, what a gorgeous bird you are! Your Cockatiel feather colors are subtle but beautiful, and you have such a sweet face with those orange "cheeks" and big dark eyes. You have the most delightful personality, too! You're intelligent, sociable, hand-tamed, sensitive, and affectionate. You've been your dear Mom's best buddy through the ups and downs and changes in her life. She says you are ".. the bird love of my life, even if he does destroy my lampshades. I don't know what I'd do without him." You and she love each other so very much, don't you. What a wonderful love-filled home you share!
Congratulations, darling Rembrandt, on being chosen today's Pet of the Day! We hope you and your dear Mom and all your family and friends are enjoying a fine celebration, full of fun and lovies and all your favorite games and treats, and maybe even another lampshade to work on!
I meant," said Ipslore bitterly, "what is there in this world that truly makes living worthwhile?"
Death thought about it.
CATS, he said eventually. CATS ARE NICE.
-- Terry Pratchett (1948—2015), Sourcery
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