Congratulations, Shelly, on #1-Being adopted by your loving forever parent! We compassionate people who adopt needy pets!! (Wish all turtles were this lucky!) -and- #2-Being POTD world-wide so we can all enjoy your success story! We love all your photos and your heartwarming story. YES, turtles (like all pets, including all rodents) require and deserve a serious, life-time commitment by a mature, responsible person. We know you'll enjoy your special honor today and every day of your wonderful, new, fun, carefree life in your loving forever home, Sweetheart Shelly! XOXOXO http://www.guineapigsrfun.net