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Good day, sad day
Today I got a run in. It was 2 miles and i did it in 16 minutes and 44 secs...best time so far. but before I did that I went in to clean bird cages and found my little cockatiel had passed away. His name was Freebie and we had him for over ten years.We don't know how old he was because I caught him in the back yard and never found his owners.I know this should be a place to post accomplishment and observations but I felt I needed to share a little bit about him.
In the same room we have macaws.... big, loud, colorful.... to look at them you see what they evoke in their spirit.." look at me, look how magnificient my colors, the beauty of my feathers, the size of me.... i am a marvel to behold"
and then we had Freebie.... a little drab, gray colored bird, small in size, not loud, proud or magnificient ....his only request... "feed me damnit" ... not much more than that for the most part, but what he lacked in the others' beauty he made up in his own little personality. He will sorely be missed.
And that brings me to the things I love so much about this site. While I usually feel more like my little Freebie, the love and support we have here in this community has always made me feel like I am a part of something special. We are not judged by our outward appearances or our ability to socialize in great extent with others, and here that really doesn't seem to matter. As I began to transform as a more social, giving and caring person I soon began to feel like one of my magnicient macaws.... but will always remember from where I have come from...i will encourage others to spread their wings and say look at me, look how beautiful I am....
Love you guys,
Troy
we celebrate each little member of our family that passes thru here. we know that they were loved and honored. your little Freebie sounded darling! ...and you had a celebration run of 2 miles in under 17 minutes. wow. you were flying!! :-)
Troy sorry for the loss man. That run was awesome though. Gary
Sorry for your loss my friend...
Hey Troy - I'm saddened to hear the passing of Freebie. My "baby cat" Cutestuff has disappeared and we surmise that the Coyotes have gotten her. It's been nearly a month that she's been gone. I didn't post about her for the same reasons, thinking this is a positive site, but I've learned so many life lessons from that cat and we only had her a short time. She was truly a gift and I'm very grateful that God allowed her to come into our lives. What you said about not being judged on this site by our outward appearances or our ability to socialize really struck a chord with me. I really feel connected here on this site and I love reading everyone's posts. You're a very beautiful person and I'm looking forward to meeting up with you and Susan someday! Hugs from VA - Annette
WHAT? How did I miss this post about Freebie? Oh my. That little man carved a special niche in your home for sure. And he's missed dearly I'm certain. He was just so very lucky to have such a caring poppa like you my friend!
Troy sorry about Freebie. Thank you for sharing this. It is a wonderful story. I lost a puppy almost two years ago. I realized how much we learn from the experience. We love you too!! Raul
Troy sorry about your lost but so thrilled with you becoming the Mccaws I have seen and felt it as I have walked along you! It is a beautiful thing Troy You have a heart of Gold! Beautiful Post!! Marty
Hi Troy - I'm sorry about your loss of Freebie. Your post was beautiful - what a great way to honor your little feathered family member!
Hi, Troy! I love the last sentence...Yes, look at me, how beautiful I am! You, my friend, are beautiful. You were one of the very first to help me when I started back in June, and I so appreciate you still hanging in there for me...with me! Have a great day, luv!
Great Post Troy....I too am saddened by your loss....we lost a canary once and that was too much for me to want to own another.....As for helping us spread our wings and fly, you do....~ Pete
Sorry to hear about your loss. Thanks for posting a message that you consider to be something different than normal. I am interested in your life and this is it. Thank you!
Dearest Troy, I am so very sorry about Freebie...you will be in my positive thoughts and special prayers. Thank you for BEing the loving soul that you are...with a heart so huge that overflows with love and compassion for all of God's creatures great and small. So very blessed to know you, my friend...and to have your loving presence felt so beautifully here with us all at Transformation. With love and hugs filled with compassion, Diane xox
I'm sorry for your loss :-(
I am sorry to hear about Freebie. Wonder post Troy!
The beauty of your soul is aligned with the beauty of your shell... sending peaceful energy to your heart...
I think we all have a little Freebie inside. Thanks for giving him a loving home for so many years and for sharing him with us.
Troy, this was a beautiful eulogy to Freebie. He might just have been a little angel sent to teach you something, to be with you to learn your greater purpose. Thank you for sharing this awareness with all of us. Love to you, too. ~S~
Sorry for your loss Troy, but giving thanks for the awareness your special friend gave you. In His Loving Embrace, Denise
I am sorry about Freebie. Please accept my hug of condolence.
Sorry for the loss of Freebie - Sounds like you gave him a great 10 years. Yes, keeping spreading your wings and helping others to do the same Troy! Take care, Paul.
Troy - You are an awesome and special person with beautiful feathers that get brighter and more colorful everyday! Love you - Kat
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