Spoggy the Tasmanian Sparrow at 8 months of age, with his tent and Tinkerbell

[theAussie]

Nona - actually due to my illness and being in bed a lot, I have a huge range of relaxation CD's that include bird sounds and these are his favourite ones

Soon you WILL ALL GETO HEAR AND SEE HIM - only yesterday we brought the hardware we need to put into our very old computer so we can upload my Mum's digital videos that she takes of wildlife - and oh boy are you all in for a treat then! You'll see and hear her hand patting the possums, see her hand tamed Tasmanian Rosellas that come for food each day and then I can record and share Spoggy with you all - up till now I have only had a no sound short video option on my camera or slideshows. Not much longer and I promise to post them back here.

Dancing. Hmmmm did you see the video of David my husband and Spoggy in Dorky Dancing?? He is already known for his dancing!

just in case you didn't - here is Spoggy Dancing and he does not do this with me, ONLY with my husband and the sound track was added later, they were dancing to a slightly different beat.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6yT9LMkAnpI

Here ya go, 30 seconds of Spoggy and my husband in DORKY DANCING!!!

[theAussie]

I meant to also add that with Spoggy, although he is interested in the outside birdies, he is IMPRINTED on us. We raised him from one day old and did not interact him with our other birds, we are his FLOCK, in fact if one of our birds is with us, for a toe nail clip or beak clip, he totally ignores them. It's only if one lands on HIS Dad that he chases them away.

So he believes we are his flock and treats us accordingly. When he opened his eyes at 5 days old, he saw us and from that moment on, we were his family.

[mr squeaks]

SPOGGY sure is something else!!

His antics never cease to amuse and bring joy!

I would say that HE considers himself just as lucky as you and David do in being a "flock."

SPOGGY always makes us smile and that is quite a GIFT!

Sending LOVE AND HUGS TO ALL!!

Shi

[theAussie]

Thank you Shi (HUG)

I can honestly say, that Spoggy is a very happy birdie. He is with us all day everyday and joins in no matter what is going on.

Here he is making sure David is well preened

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NHPS2gSvWlI

He tries to stay awake at the end but - nope - micro nap!!! LOL

He looks after us both, he brings me insects that he has caught and lays them down in front of me, as if he is providing me with food. He is the head of this flock, NO doubt about it. I am very lucky

I know many of you are aware that I have self published 2 kid's books. My artist is pretty amazing

www.aimesacrez.org

and he has agreed to illustrate a book about SPOGGY. I don't see it happening very soon, but in the next 18 months, we hope. Aime is on board though, so one day, I hope to have a Spoggy book for the world to enjoy.

love and light
Susan xxxx

[mr squeaks]

Awww, SPOGGY sure has to keep on his "toes" to make sure his flock is kept in line! ROFL

Your artist is, indeed, quite talented! Can't wait to see the two of you published!!

Love and Hugs

Shi

[maryjane]

Spoggy really is delightful. What a tiny little body to hold such a huge spirit and personality. His adventures and videos make me laugh and laugh, he is such a special little guy. Thank you for taking the time to share his life with us.

[theAussie]

Thanks so much MaryJane

and I really enjoyed your 21 facts about pidgies, I did not know about no 10 and you would think I should do, as I live in Australia. They were fascinating to read! I'm glad you have them as a link! I have always been a 'why' child, wanting to know more

[Reti]

Spoggy is the cutest of all birds. Such a delight to have him and an honor to be his flock. He has you so well trained too.
My friend had a sparrow for a long time and still misses him. She has mentioned several times if I ever find a sparrrow s/he has to have him.


Reti

[Dezirrae]

Spoggy is just adorable Susan!! In looks and actions I love your description of him yelling at you about the CD player - hysterical (cause I can picture it too).

Love your avatar too - looks like he's saying "hi" to all of us.

Renee's idea about being parked with a video cam is great. Even better - how about a live web cam - "Spoggy Cam"

It's so nice to hear from you again and I hope you are feeling better these days. How did the visit with the specialist go earlier this week?

As always, I'll be looking forward to more Spoggy adventures and hope to see that book someday too.

[Trees Gray]

Spoggy is definitely a cuteness overload! What a doll!

[theAussie]

Originally Posted by Dezirrae

Spoggy is just adorable Susan!!

Love your avatar too - looks like he's saying "hi" to all of us.

I think that is his G'DAY!!! Greeting look.

Actually it came from this photo - I cannot tell a lie.....



well he was still just a baby here, not 3 months old I don't think, he has a lot of micro naps.

[theAussie]

Originally Posted by Dezirrae

It's so nice to hear from you again and I hope you are feeling better these days. How did the visit with the specialist go earlier this week?

It's very kind of you to ask. Yes, there is certainly something wrong with my eyesight which is causing a lot of pain and eye strain. Luckily it was picked up but it is such a rare and unusual combination of things, there was NO lens for this issue up till 10 years ago, there is one now, but it is going to be a bit of an experiment to see if it will in fact help me. I hope so. Gee glasses are expensive. But the good news is I have not actually lost any sight in my eyes, with blindness in the family I was scared about that, but it's a 10 day wait for them to be able to get the glasses made up, due to the rarity of the lens.....so still sometime before I will know if they help me.

thanks for your concern.

love and light
Susan and David and Spoggy xxxx