Well we adopted 3 baby conures after the unexpected disappearance of my beloved green cheek, Mango, a month ago. I know it was soon to do that, but I was having such a hard time with not having an avian friend. I was beating myself up over Mango’s disappearance and probably death, but these three babies have helped me cope and they are wonderful. My husband built them a beautiful aviary to fly and play, and we are healing from our loss, but it will take time. These birds are not a replacement, but simply I was not ready to stop loving my birds. The pain of losing a pet can be overwhelming, especially when completely unexpected. Mango wasn’t even 4 yet, but these 3 have helped me to smile again.