What a beautiful, no make that stunning, Umbrella Cockatoo you are, Amgio! And like Avajoy, whenever I see one of your reps I can't help but think back to Baretta, and his sidekick Fred! And while you might not be fighting the bad guys night and day like Fred, your life sounds every bit as action packed and adventure filled! Wow, how amazing that you get to fly free in the beautiful Sierra foothills; every "big bird's" dream life! Of course, when it's time for a little peace and quiet, there's always a warm bed waiting for you at home, a loving Mom to welcome you!

It sounds as though your family wasn't quite sure what they signed on to when they agreed to welcome you home, Amigo. As your Mom has said,it's been a wild and crazy journey, and with a nod to Jerry Garcia, one long strange trip! But by all accounts things couldn't have worked out better for you or your family! How lucky they are to have such a magnificent, beautiful free spirit, a devoted companion in you, Amigo! You truly are one of a kind, and so very deserving of the honorable title, Pet of the Day (every day, no doubt)!

Enjoy your big day in the spotlight, Amigo, and be careful out there in the wild! (Hawks and poison oak!) Your family wants you with them for many, many more years to come!
Lots of love to you, beautiful Amigo!

(P.S...LOVED your photos...simply breathtaking!)