Lovebirds

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Life Lessons from Lovebirds

Recently, my husband and I were walking
through a local mall near closing time,
when we decided to stop and take a look
around the pet store. As we made our way past
the cages of poodles and Pomeranians, tabby cats
and turtles, our eyes caught sight of something
that immediately charmed us: a pair of peach-
faced lovebirds. Unlike many other lovebirds
we encountered there, this particular pair looked
truly "in love." In fact, they snuggled and
cuddled next to each other the whole time we
watched them. Throughout the next few days,
my mind returned to the image of those two
delightful birds. I admired their devotion,
and felt their very presence inspiring.

Apparently, these birds had the same effect
on my husband, because he showed up late from
work one night shortly thereafter, clutching
an elegant birdcage that housed those two
precious creatures, and introduced them as new
additions to the family. For days we wrestled
with names of well-known couples, coming up with
everything from Ricky and Lucy and George and
Gracie to Wilma and Fred. But finally we decided
on Ozzie and Harriet - a gentle reminder of a
simpler day when love and togetherness between
couples were not only a commitment, but a
way of life.

And so it is with this in mind that I have watched
these lovebirds and made the following observations
about life and love:

[Bird Bar]

1. If you spend too much time looking in the mirror,
it's easy to lose your balance.
2. Always keep a pleasant look on your face,
even if your cage needs cleaning.
3. If your mate wants to share your perch with you,
move over.
4. The real treats in life usually come only after
you've cracked a few hulls.
5. It takes two to snuggle.
6. Sometimes your mate can see mites you didn't
even know you had.
7. Singing draws more affection than squawking.
8. It is only when your feathers get ruffled that
your true colors really show.
9. Too many toys can be distracting.
10. When you have love in your heart, everyone
around you will find joy in your presence.

by...Vickie Lynne Agee

Music "Bluebird of Happiness" by Redsal: Sal's Standards