Congratulations on contest results: Third in terms of votes. First in terms of writing. First in integrity. Be sure to spend the cash award frivolously.
Thanks for the compliment on my bird. She's a baby Moustache Parakeet and her name is Ilie. She's just coming in to her colors. She's a trip! When I say "Gimme a big kiss" she'll put her beak against my lips or cheek and make a loud smacking noise. She already says about six things. I have three other birds, but Ilie is my baby.