Pigeon Power

I might be crazy, but how can you beat a story about money, pigeons, and a magical bush?

I need to admit that I Love Pigeons. I love them like Bert loved them. They excite me and I always take pictures of them. Even my brother takes pictures for me. Last year in California we went to see La Jolla Seal Beach. We parked in the wrong area and walked through the parking lot (even this is amazing in California). Can you tell where this is going?

I find a pigeon and follow it (the seals could wait!). I couldn’t convince the pigeon that it wanted a picture taken. It finally stops under a large bush. I look up, disappointed that I lost my photo opportunity, and see money! Granted it was $1 but still. On closer inspection it seemed purposeful that it was there. Unfolding it, I noticed an inscription “May the Goddess bring you health, wealth, and happiness in abundance”. Hippie blessed money! Hidden in a magical money bush! Discovered by following a sassy California pigeon! It made my day.

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Mr. Excitement

I found my soul mate. His name is Bert and he is a 40-year old puppet. Please don’t try to talk me out of it; I’ve already researched him on Wikipedia.

I should explain. The other day I was trying to remember what Bert collected. I remembered his proclivity towards pigeons, but not much else. It turns out he collects both bottle caps and paperclips. Since I went to all the work of loading up Wikipedia, I was curious what other information was known about him. Outside of being an enthusiast, he’s also an activist (for the National Association of W Lovers), and a scholar (he loves to read). Combine that with his patience he has for Ernie and I think he’s looking solid.

What sold me on Bert was a quote from his puppeteer Frank Oz: “I was never really happy with Bert's character until about a year in, when I realized...that he was a very boring character, and I'd use that weakness as a strength for him." Who says boring can't be good? If no one else, I know my cousin will support me.

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