Yesterday had the most affecting encounter with an eclecticus parrot named Little E at the Butterfly Sanctuary. He eyed me and then moved closer to me. I bowed to him repeatedly and echoed his little calls; he flew onto my chest and commenced to loving on me including grooming my nose hairs. (alarming but adorbs). He allowed me to walk while he rode on my arm. A professional photographer captured the moment and apparently pOp exchanged emails with him for later photos. I managed to maintain my composure long enough to get selfie video as well. I’ll add the YouTube address when I’ve uploaded it.
As we got to the sanctuary a bald eagle flew over our heads. As we left, there was a rainbow. Yesterday was a fury of symbols for sure.