An emotional story of a mishandled and unwanted parrot who finally, with the proper "parents", an environment filled with love, nurture and understanding, came to be part of the "flock" he always dreamed of.
2. Give me the time to understand what you want of me.
3. Place your trust in me, it's crucial to my well being.
4. Don't be angry with me for long, don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your entertainment and your friends. I have only you.
5. Talk to me and spend time with me. Even if I don't understand your words, I do understand your voice when it's speaking to me.
6. Be aware that however you treat me, I'll never forget it.
7. Remember before you hit me that I am a fragile creature. If I am a big bird, I may have a sharp beak that could easily crush the bones of your hand, but I choose not to bite you, and if I am a small bird, I am helpless against you.
8. Before you scold me for being uncooperative, noisy, obstinate, or lazy, ask yourself if something might be bothering me. Perhaps I'm not getting the right food or I've been in my cage too long or just want a ride on your shoulder.
9. Take care of me when I get old; you too will get old.
10. Go with me on the last journey. Never say "I can't bear to watch it" or "Let it happen in my absence". Everything is easier for me if you are there. Remember that I love you.
-Author Unknown