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May 23, 2008
Jungle Lovin'
Have I introduced you to Tory yet? He's the rambunctious box turtle the kids found about three weeks ago, and adopted as their pet. He's great. He's very animated for a turtle, not shy at all. He eats voraciously, gazes at you curiously, and seems to enjoy contact with kids. So, yeah. I hit the pet jackpot, 'cause he is LOW maintenance, people. King Pen built him a turtle run, a big enclosed habitat that he can totally mellow in. He's a happy boxie boy.
The only thing he was lacking was a little *ahem female companionship. Until today, that is, when HeroBoy exploded with discovery, "I FOUND ANOTHER TORY!!!!" I cannot express his sheer, unadulterated joy.
So we put "Tiger" in the turtle run, and she immediately went to town on some chopped bananas. The poor dear was starved to death. Good thing she got a bite before Tory noticed her, because as soon as he saw that gorgeous little turtle shell with it's marvelous stripes and fashionable spots... well. See for yourself.
"Mama! What is Tory doing?"
They're wrestling, sweetie.
"Wow, Tory looks really happy, Mama!"
Yes, he does.
"Oh Tory is so funny! He's trying to get a piggy-back ride! "
Er-
"Why won't Tory stop, Mama?"
Um-
"Whoa, why is he wiggling like that?"
Okie dokie then, time to go have a snack, kids!
As I dragged the kids away, I swear Tiger was giving me the stink eye.
PS. I'm not even sure they're the same species, by the way. Tory looks more like a Three-toed box turtle, while Tiger looks like an Eastern Box. I just hope Tory is confident that Tiger is a girl (cause I am NOT peeking under her shell).
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I think that is the full blown Evil Eye, my dear. And if I were you, I'd watch over your shoulders for a few days until she forgets about it.
Posted by: SmockLady at May 23, 2008 4:06 PM
YOU are unbelievable. And funny.
Posted by: Moriah (Please Pass the Salt) at May 23, 2008 5:37 PM
Why am I completely and utterly grossed out by those pictures? I will never look at turtles the same...
Posted by: brittany at May 23, 2008 8:42 PM
so this is the second time this week you have put some questionable material on your blog. Um, I feel like I am watching animal planet here, you know, the shows that come on after 8pm.
Posted by: ash at May 23, 2008 9:13 PM
Britt-you'd really be grossed out around my house these days..try explaining to a five year old (and 13 yr. old) why the cat continues to march in place and hold her tail to the side. Poor cat... she's miserable every two weeks until I can afford the vet!!!!
Posted by: Rhonda at May 23, 2008 10:23 PM
that.is.awesome.
i am LOVING the fact that you got photos of this little session. such a funny visual. you must have been laughing hysterically on the inside.
"they're wrestling, sweetie." classic.
Posted by: Laura Sue at May 24, 2008 1:36 AM
I am cracking up...I can't believe you posted that love-making session...and I agree with Ash...what's been on you mind lately?????
Posted by: amy v at May 24, 2008 4:11 PM
This post reminds me of something I saw recently on the Web. You need to check out this:
Posted by: Cousin at May 24, 2008 5:34 PM
I stumbled across that recently too, Joey. Gotta love Isabella Rossalini!
Posted by: Laura Sue at May 26, 2008 12:28 AM
Laura, "If I were an earthworm, I would have no brain..." Mom said she saw it; I don't think she was as amused as you and I.
Posted by: Cousin at May 26, 2008 9:37 AM
Yeah I can't really see mom appreciating the comic qualities of bug porn. But she has surprised me before!
Posted by: Laura Sue at May 26, 2008 9:40 AM
