Bunny Buddy
Wise Old Thumper
Silly isn't it when you are 40 something and financially independant ? :lol::lol:
She has disapproved of every bunny that I have got since the first two. I think 'normal' people get one pet or perhaps two for companionship but any beyond that is seen as excessive. When I first introduced Artie to her she was horrified. When I lost Bungee bun and said I was getting a baby bunny (Esme) she was disapproving. When I lost Scrat and said I was visiting Bunny Camp Sanctuary she said in alarmed tone "You're not getting another are you?" :shockRudy). I'd maintained a maxium of 3 at that point, not excessive by most people's standards :? Anyhow... I had Tink on reserve for 4 weeks before I dared tell her then I said I was going to West Midlands for a bunny ... I just got a huff and no words when I told her :?
Funny, because she loves each and every one of them dearly and treats them like grandchildren. She used to buy them treats but now as she doesn't leave the home (except to visit her 'grandchildren') she gives me money to buy them treats She comes round to see them most days and loves fussing them. The disapproval is purely because she worries I'm taking too much on and the emotional/ financial toll will be too much.
So when River was here she got really fond of her - often going to see her and taking her blades of grass etc and often says she was sad to see her go and what a lovely bunster she is. I've said since many times how rewarding fostering was and how I'd do it again very happily.
So, I kind of gave the impression that Elijah belonged to a rescue, I was after all going to rehome him and it was easier that way, so as not to stress her (she is 82). I never lied I just didn't admit that I owned him. I thought if my mum really fell for him (you can't not do) then she would be relieved when I eventually said he was staying ... Today was that day She said, "Is that one out there (won't use name as she doesn't like it!) up for adoption?". I said, "Urm... I think he might be staying". She didn't disapprove - I think she's pleased he's not going.
So.... how long do I leave it before I announce I'm looking for a wife for him ?
:lol::lol::lol::lol:
Actually, it could be a while as I can't find any minilop does ... not many small young does at all for that matter
She has disapproved of every bunny that I have got since the first two. I think 'normal' people get one pet or perhaps two for companionship but any beyond that is seen as excessive. When I first introduced Artie to her she was horrified. When I lost Bungee bun and said I was getting a baby bunny (Esme) she was disapproving. When I lost Scrat and said I was visiting Bunny Camp Sanctuary she said in alarmed tone "You're not getting another are you?" :shockRudy). I'd maintained a maxium of 3 at that point, not excessive by most people's standards :? Anyhow... I had Tink on reserve for 4 weeks before I dared tell her then I said I was going to West Midlands for a bunny ... I just got a huff and no words when I told her :?
Funny, because she loves each and every one of them dearly and treats them like grandchildren. She used to buy them treats but now as she doesn't leave the home (except to visit her 'grandchildren') she gives me money to buy them treats She comes round to see them most days and loves fussing them. The disapproval is purely because she worries I'm taking too much on and the emotional/ financial toll will be too much.
So when River was here she got really fond of her - often going to see her and taking her blades of grass etc and often says she was sad to see her go and what a lovely bunster she is. I've said since many times how rewarding fostering was and how I'd do it again very happily.
So, I kind of gave the impression that Elijah belonged to a rescue, I was after all going to rehome him and it was easier that way, so as not to stress her (she is 82). I never lied I just didn't admit that I owned him. I thought if my mum really fell for him (you can't not do) then she would be relieved when I eventually said he was staying ... Today was that day She said, "Is that one out there (won't use name as she doesn't like it!) up for adoption?". I said, "Urm... I think he might be staying". She didn't disapprove - I think she's pleased he's not going.
So.... how long do I leave it before I announce I'm looking for a wife for him ?
:lol::lol::lol::lol:
Actually, it could be a while as I can't find any minilop does ... not many small young does at all for that matter
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