[Jean Bushnell]

Hi -- I'm Jean Bushnell from Denver, Colorado. My husband and I are nearing retirement -- he's already there and i have a few years still to go. We have two dogs and a cat and 3 birds -- a Quaker, a parakeet and a canary. And we are make inquiries about getting a blue and gold macaw! This is something that we both want very badly but we are novices when it comes to these wondeful big birds -- but we're quick learners and very eager. We've found a wonderful breeder here in the Denver area and, while there are no babies or even eggs available right now, she has taken us under her wing, so to speak. By the time there is a baby available, she will have gotten us to the point where we are qualified to take care of it. Finding this forum is another huge step in our education and preparation. We are so excited to be here!