I fell in love with birds when I took care of a conure (small parrot) for a friend while she was on vacation. Until that point, I thought birds were pretty to look at and sometimes lovely to listen to, but I didn’t believe they could exhibit much personality. I was happily mistaken.
I have “outside birds” at multiple bird feeders, but I also have two “inside birds” that are my lovable pets. These tiny creatures have minds, wills, and emotions, and they naturally do the right thing most of the time. Besides making me happy, they have taught me many things about life.
Routines
Birds are creatures of routine. They wake up when it is light and sleep when it is dark. This natural practice was the way of life for human beings, too, before they discovered electricity. We have made alterations and lengthened our workdays so that this timetable is an impracticality for us today. However, I can’t help but wonder if observing this schedule would open up deeper abilities within us that are not otherwise attainable.Self-Care
Constantly preening and grooming, birds take great care of themselves. They get ready for their day like their contributions are necessary and needed. Should we not do the same? We don’t want to miss any opportunity, whether for ourselves or for what we can give someone else.Community
Huddling together and working together, birds demonstrate the importance of community. Even though they may quarrel when one gets out of line, they quickly resolve their differences and get on with the business at hand. In so doing, they uplift and enjoy each other. 
