My wife's bird passed away today. I left the house to get something out of the car and got in a conversation with one of the neighbors. I came back to find it flapping around in the toilet. I won't go into details about his last few moments but he was pretty much gone seconds after I pulled him out. I got to the vet as fast as I could anyway in case they were able to see some sign of life left and/or some chance to revive him but it was hopeless.
I knew I was going to catch hell from my wife because my dumb-ass should have closed the cage before I left. So I went looking around Petsmarts trying to find another sun conure that looked like the one I lost. After my third stop, there it was with its face buried in the food bowl. I needed to see the rest of him to make sure I had a match. I knocked on the window and it walked up to me. I thought "Yes, perfect!" I took it home but as soon as I heard it scream I knew I spoke too soon. It sounded different from the original bird.
Well I can only keep my fingers crossed and hope she leaves for work before it starts sounding off again. Then I'm sure I'll have to spill it.
OMG...the truth always come to light and when your wife finds out she will probably sound off, too. However, I assume it's your way to avoid her hurt or more likely than not your way to cover your mistake. Good luck.
ReplyDeleteFirst of all, I am very sorry to hear about the death of your wife's bird.
ReplyDeleteBut I have to admit, that your blog made me laugh. I am afraid however, that your wife will notice the switch, so you might as well confess.... some flowers, jewelry might help :)
This has been an entertaining blog post but I am sorry it is at your birdie's expense!
ReplyDeleteShe will find out. It is only a matter of time. When she does, be prepared to come in with your tail between your legs and look truly sorry. :p I think you should do things to show you care(make dinner, clean up, wash her car...) rather than buy things. But that's my opinion. Obviously that's your wife and I'm sure you know her best.
I hope she won't be so hard on ya! ;)
Sorry to hear about your wife bird... :(
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear about the loss of the bird.
ReplyDeleteTrust me when I say - honesty is always best. Yes she'll be upset and angry, but she loves you too and will see that it was not intentional nor malicious.
Good luck!