Well this isn't something you see everyday. We pulled two and a half grams of fluid out of my parakeet today.6mo ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
Got the results back early for Julie - IT'S NOT CANCER! It's a cyst with inflammation. This fluff nugget will be alright.10mo ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
Sad news about little Julie. She began to crash over the last 48 hours, and we made the decision to euthanize her this morning.10mo ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
Japanese band CHAI had their trailer stolen this morning, which impacts the entire tour. Please keep a look out.2yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/Austin
Behold, the budgie that cost me $400 yesterday because she wouldn't stop throwing up. She is miraculously fine today of course, and will absolutely hate being on antibiotics for a week.9mo ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
Friend of mine lives in a detached unit, and this possum walked into his room tonight.1yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/aww
Behold, the adorable bastard that has been shitting all over my apartment for two weeks.1yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/LosAngeles
I weighed my bird tonight on my tea scale, and she pooped on it. And now we know how much that weighs....6mo ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
Missing an old friend today, Dio took the word borb to a whole new level.4yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
My little girl passed this morning. I knew Bethany was nearing her time, but it still hurts.4yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
We are so lucky to have such great hiking in our backyard. Never a bad day in the Santa Monica Mountains.3yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/LosAngeles
YOU GUYS my foster budgie couldn't figure out how to get back into the cage, so he tucked himself in under the cage cover and went to bed. I can't. I am dead from cuteness overload, send help.2yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
Found some old copies of LA Weekly's People issue. I miss the old LA Weekly.1yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/LosAngeles
This little budgie is Julie. She was found in a yard and has a huge mass on her face - I've never seen anything like it. We are waiting to hear if it's cancer or not.10mo ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
Thanks for the previous advice for Bridge to Nowhere, we had a great time today. Weather was perfect. No issues crossing, but it was cold and swift. Never seen the water this color before.11mo ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/socalhiking
With Taskrabbit not paying the bills lately, /u/405freeway has branched out to new side hustles2yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/LosAngeles
After being forced out, Suehiro has a new location on Main / 4th near the Regent Theater.11mo ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/LosAngeles
This Southern Pacific Rattlesnake was not happy I walked past it in Ice House Canyon (scared the daylights out of me)10mo ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/socalhiking
I shot a roll of 15 year old expired film on a 35 mm camera at Yosemite. This is my favorite photo on the roll.3yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/Yosemite
Smiley, sleepy baby caique at my local parrot store (Omar's). Try not to squeal.5yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
My friend and I attempted a sunset descent hike of the Mt Baldy loop yesterday, but our start got delayed by car troubles and then helping rescue a man and his dog. We salvage the hike by going up to the ski hunt and back. Still got our sunset!2yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/socalhiking
Found this postcard at the Rose Bowl Flea Market today. The stairs are gone now and the water doesn't run like that anymore.1yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/LosAngeles
Had to put my little Molly to sleep tonight. She was a rescue, and I got five lovely years with her although it still doesn't feel like enough.2yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
I finished the Backbone Trail yesterday, walking 17.5 miles in in 8 hours and 3 minutes. My own personal record. View from Overlook Trail.3yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/socalhiking
As if losing my job and my bird passing away wasn't enough, someone stole my cactus yesterday. His name was Marcus. Post your own plants in solidarity.4yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/LosAngeles
Is this the work of a black bear? Taken in Angeles National Forest in South California.1yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/bears
We could all use good news! /u/nanaboostme rescued this wild parrot recently, and we've been working together to get it well. She/he is home from the vet and on the road to recovery :)3yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/LosAngeles
The Wild Bird Fund is asking for your newspapers. They are getting a lot of window strike victims and need waste paper for their cages.2yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/nyc
I'm babysitting a canary for two weeks! His name is Tweety. He's super soft and will sit on my finger.5yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
Someone scooped out a handful of this $75 customized birthday cake and then left the whole thing in front of a 7-11.1yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/mildlyinteresting
Went on a long walk, and all the dead skin on my heel decided it could be peeled off.4yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/peeling
Seeking recommendations for a quiet, bird-safe air filter please. Picture of a wet budgie is payment for your recommendations thank you.1yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
Tarantula sighting in Dark Canyon today. Fascinating little critter.7mo ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/socalhiking
This was taken in a stable. I was at summer camp, and that was my favorite shirt at the time. I was about 13 in this picture. I was not popular.9yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/blunderyears
The creek crossings on the Gabrielino Trail between Gould Mesa and Oakwilde are quite challenging right now, with cold, swift moving water and spots over three feet deep. I turned back after the third crossing, even with poles.1yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/socalhiking
If you guys haven't been to Kenneth Hahn yet, you should go. Jogging trails, hiking trails, picnic lawns, hummingbird garden, killer views at sunset... the place is a treasure.4yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/LosAngeles
Was hiking in New York yesterday, found a rock shaped like California.8yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/LosAngeles
Found this draped on a hiking trail sign yesterday. I presume it was left there intentionally.2yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/LosAngeles
I had to euthanize Dio today. She passed at 11:25 this morning. This was one of the last photos I took of her alive. Thank you so much everyone for your amazing support.8yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
Fatboy Slim announces Las Vegas appearance in April, a strong hint that he is playing Coachella.2yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/Coachella
It's 108 in LA and I don't have AC. Molly has parked herself in the pool3yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
This new sign just went up on Wilshire and Western. Makes me think of that They're made of meat! sci-fi short story.2yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/LosAngeles
How am I supposed to function with this cuteness right next to my desk??6yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
Free sticker sheets (4) and Rolling Loud magnets (about 30)3yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/electricdaisycarnival
Molly is a chubby parakeet who poses like the American flag is billowing behind her all the time7yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
I'm alone for Thanksgiving and not a fan of turkey, so I made a bison shortrib stew instead. Almost everything was locally sourced. Came out damn good.9yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/food
My precious little Bethany. She's old and disabled, but I love her so much.6yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
The Shrine (the music venue) has a basement and the staircase down there looks like something out of Silent Hill4yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/LosAngeles
A week or so ago, my friend and I found some miniSD cards in a baggie on a trail at Kenneth Hahn. They turned out to be videos and photos of misc amateur drone footage, and they were geo tagged. We made contact through mail and they went home today!4yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/LosAngeles
Farewell! Built in 1919, this house predates the 10 freeway it sits next to. The proposed cost on the building permit estimates it will cost $3500 to build, which is $55,250 today.3yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/LosAngeles
I've never seen two birds so in love. Molly's been resting her head on Bethany's back and preening her. They've been making out all week.4yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
In 1926, a man attempted a motorcycle-parachute jump off a cliff in the Palisades and barely survived.3yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/LosAngeles
My local parrot store has this pretty cockatoo boy. He's sooooo soft and loves scritches.6yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
They gave us this factsheet at Staples Center for its 20 year anniversary4yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/LosAngeles
This donut tire was manufactured in 2002. It was the original that came with an 03 Chevy Tracker.2yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/Justrolledintotheshop
Rivas Canyon Trail between Will Rogers and Temescal Canyon. I've never seen the grasses so high or so much water running in the creeks. The birds were all plump as could be.5yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/LosAngeles
I thought I could never love again after Dio. Look at this precious fluffball glowing in the light. She is molting and has a silly feather on her head.8yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
I'm visiting my sister who has a Quaker. We put their cages next to each other yesterday. This afternoon I went to check on her. Beth moved in to Cosmo's cage and promptly went to bed.8yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
I complained to the city that the 2nd floor walkway of our dingbat shifted under your feet when you walked. Apparently this is why.4yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/LosAngeles
Can't I just take ONE bath without you taking pictures of me while I'm wet? Nope, sorry, I cannot.7yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
What does Bank of America know? Do they know things? Let's find out.6yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/BoJackHorseman
Found an advert in the LA Weekly about LCD Soundsystem playing the Hollywood Bowl in 2010.6yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/LCDSoundsystem
I found a piece of discarded art with a profound statement about ice.9yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/mildlyinteresting
I mixed in some kale/apple baby food in to my budgie's mash tonight. Judging by the mess on her face, I think it she likes it.4yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
Despite all odds, Dio came home from the hospital today <3 It might be temporary but at least he's still here.8yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
The cover story for the January edition of National Geographic is about birds!6yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
Found this parked in a neighborhood in San Diego. I have many questions.4yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/LosAngeles
This is an apartment advert I found recently. That counter in the back has a range top on it, complete with back splash and hood. You can cook from your bed!5yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/LosAngeles
No one's looking - quick! Post budgies. (aka I'm cleaning out Little Girl's cage and seeing keet faces would make me feel so much better ;_;)9yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
I left the house in such a hurry this morning, that I forgot to lock the birdcage or turn on the light for after dusk. When I turned on the light in my room this evening, I found Molly sitting on the lamp by my bed. She pooped in it five times. Thanks, honey.7yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
Beth is begrudingly here at the back of the Budgie Brigade, although she's just getting over a molt and cranky. She's basically the Beat It, Bozo! lady from the John Mulaney skit.8yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
I put my parakeet Bethany on top of the cage, hoping she would fly off and get some exercise. Nope, she melted onto a ladder and is now puddle budgie.7yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
Beth seems to have recovered from losing Milo, and is enjoying being lazy and getting in some good afternoon naps. I know she looks sick/dead, but she's just got a case of the comfortables.8yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
HotaruNight is watching my budgies while I'm working Coachella. I got this picture today of Molly going alpha on the food dish. Beth looks properly annoyed.7yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
June 28th marks one year since I put my beloved Dio to sleep. I miss her so much. It's been so hard to stay positive today. She was so precious.7yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
This is going up at LA Live, access from the Staples Center in Los Angeles.7yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/StrangerThings
I did a search for affordable rooms/units on Apartments.com, and I was wondering if anyone can tell me what's the deal with a huge spike of listings on the east side of the Western Wall.4yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/LosAngeles
Guess who is back at the bird hospital overnight? :( Dio is going to give me an ulcer.8yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
My budgie Bethany became suddenly unable to fly on Monday, and I was fearing the worst. A stroke, maybe a tumor. Turns out, she somehow managed to sprain her wing at the shoulder. She's gonna be fine, and as you can see, it hasn't affected her appetite.7yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
Finally got a clear photo of Dio laying down on his belly. Lazy little bugger.9yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
Came home today to find this smug dumpling perched on top of her locked cage she managed to get out of. Her more disabled friend Bethany, was on my bedroom floor.5yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
Would I sound like a crazy parront if I gushed that they were adorable precious little angel babies?6yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
Dio the Unkillable Keet lives up to his name. Came home last night to find him on the floor in the kitchen, wedged between the stove and the wall. Story in comments.8yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
I think my two parakeets were waiting until I cleaned and vacuumed before they started molting.6yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
I found an empty envelope on the ground postmarked 1968. The recipient's address is 5.6 miles away.4yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/pics
Dio has been hospitalized. It is not good. That said, he looks hilariously small in the vet's exotics carrier.8yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
/r/Hotarunight gifted me with this platform. Bethany has been enjoying a fluff-and-nap on it. I love her wonky tail feathers.6yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
The salt and pepper option in my hotel room was offered in an inconvenient way.5yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/mildlyinteresting
Dio does not enjoy having his nails clipped and his butt cleaned. (Also I had Dio sexed and he's a girl!)8yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
Beth continues to be weird. She's currently channeling Dio, and taking a nap in her food dish. If you look closely at this photo, you'll notice she's using the bars as a pillow.8yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
Got a good picture of Dio the Derpkeet and his cagemate, Beth, snuggling in the travel cage.8yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
This is my grandmother's gun license from 1957. She worked at the family jewelry store and this was for her protection when she was there alone.6yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/OldSchoolCool
Here go again. It's apparently official now - I'm adopting another budgie to keep Dio company. Her name is Beth.9yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
Molly and Beth (in her classic budgie-boulder pose). Love these two so much <37yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
What the heck is a Huntington Beach Fire Dept truck doing in Barstow?4yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/LosAngeles
A baby tawny frogmouth fluffball born on Nov. 2 at the St. Louis Zoo (credit, more pics, and video in comments)11yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/birdpics
Mr. Bird has a late afternoon foot-tuck and ponders the meaning of life10yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
A Dio photo from November. He's having a fluff while taking a break from destroying the egg carton.10yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
Been going through old photos of budgies since passed... and I found this, and I still have no explanation for it other than budgies are just weird.6yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
Friend of mine sent me a picture of his dinner... The cheapest hot dogs possible, with ketchup, and a cheese stick.6yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/shittyfoodporn
I saw this while driving - I pulled over so fast to take a picture that I nearly hit a trashcan10yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
This was in 2001, and I was a sophomore in high school. It was probably another decade before I figured out what to do with my hair.7yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/blunderyears
I have about a dozen of these promo posters from their Feb 5th show in Los Angeles. $10 each + shipping.5yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/TheLemonTwigs
My budgie Dio has foot impairments, so I gave him a comfy sock to sit on....and he likes it so much he lays down to take a nap on it. Ever seen a keet lay down?11yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/parrots
I'm not sure if ANA's in-flight map of Los Angeles is really this wrong, or if I flew through a wormhole and I'm wrong.5yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/LosAngeles
Crock-Pot curry with pork and vegetables, coconut rice, and blackberry mango salsa. The yellow bits in the rice is takuan (pickled radish).8yr ⋅ PlasticGirl ⋅ r/food
