As of today he's been with us for exactly 4 years - so amazing! He's my little blue perfection, as I like to call him. He still makes my heart flutter when I look at him.

Awww! Blue perfection! That's just exactly what you are Jerry! Happy happy day to you! Love and kisses! Jess and Ruby girl

He is just such a happy little guy. I certainly can see why he makes your heart flutter.

Congrats! :-}

4 years - keep them coming!

I am so pleased for you & little Jerry. I still remember so clearly when I saw your 1st posting about him talking - it was like I was there too - seeing you running around so excited & almost in disbelief. I was still undecided about Budgies and the more I learned the more I saw they were for me. Thank you both for the help.

Thank you guys!

I have to admit that Dave is a bit sad that Jerry has hardly been talking at all since Ricky has been with us. It doesn't bother me one bit as he's every bit as special no matter what comes out of his beak. He's happy and he's healthy and that's all I can ask for.

I look back on these 4 years and have seen a lot of growth in myself, with Jerry's help. The many things we've been through together, adventures of flying, and bringing in other birds, and all trying to harmoniously live together. It's been challenging at times, but rewarding. I'm still so glad that I realized he needed another budgie. I was just remembering the other day the day that I decided to go and get Winston. I sat with Jerry and cried at the possibility that he would grow detached from me - and then there was so much joy when I realized that he still considered me a flock member

Not to tarnish the happy milestone of Jerry's anniversary, but the horrible incident with Winston is still fresh in my mind - I have come to terms with it as much as I can, and I accept it's the reality, but there are times when the wound still seems fresh. I do think it's one of the reasons that I haven't been as active in the bird world in the past several months, I haven't felt 100% in the bird world since he's been gone. And Winston was a big part of our lives and my growth with Jerry. And as much as I don't like to admit it, Winston is the reason that Ricky is here so there is that reminder in the back of my mind.

The point is that I still miss Winston very much and days like today are a reminder of the good times and the bad times.

Happy Anniversary Beautiful Boy

Sarah I understand 100% about the loss. I couldn't even look at another Budgie - they just didn't take Laker's place. Like you I got Rio for Laker and then Bow for Rio. You love the new one but really miss the one you lost.

I am so pleased that Dave enjoys Jerry - pest or no. I know that Lulu is more Dave's but I'm sure you share.

It seems Jerry is very happy with your choice of friends.

Wishing many more years of happiness with Jerry and Ricky!

Congratulations Jerry on your 4 year Anniversary with Sara as your bird slave. & you Jerry as her Masterbird of Birds