We have convinced Riley that the pet store is a small zoo. (I tried to convince her to pet the fish, but she didn't take the bait. ) On this particular visit, we were there so that the children could close out their virtual photography class. I am so glad we had a camera (or two) out and ready when this lady walked in. We were watching the cockatiel (I have always wanted a cockatiel... I gravitate towards their cages) when she strolled up. She told us her name is Nancy. She had brought her own pet cockatiel into the store to visit with the store's bird. Apparently, the store had only recently acquired their feathered friend and he's been a little glum. So, Nancy brought him a little company. Wait. Stop. Hold It. I should explain that I am using 'him' as a default pronoun. As Nancy explained, there's really no telling if the birds are male or female without a very expensive test or trial and error until eggs appear. This was not that kind of visi...