over it March 15 2007
So my children seem to be OVER the death of our beloved Boomie. And have been rallying together in an effort to convince us we need to replace her. Not with a dog, that would be in poor taste. Then what?
Well they just happen to have MANY suggestions (serious suggestions)
a starfish
an octopus
a rat
guinea pig (the closest so far to winning)
a dinosaur
a snail (wtf?)
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Noah, you see thinks it’s unfair that Brendan has a gecko and a snake in his room. They are HIS pets, and maybe it’s is a little unfair. Brendan is horribly allergic to cats so they are OUT of the question. He is mildly allergic to dogs and can now smell for the first time in years. (oops). Dori doesn’t affect him, she’s part poodle (oh the joy) and therefore is basically hypoallergenic.
So if we DO add a pet, I vote for a guinea pig. Or …ick…a rat. I’ve heard the rats make good pets for the little ones.
ugh.
Although a snail would be cool too. I could just wait for another month or so and go pluck one out of the back garden and stick in a jar.
Fabulous pet.
will you name the snail sampson?
A ferret! You sooooo need a ferret. They only live about 8 years so no long term commitment. They never “grow up”, i.e. always want to play, so years of fun and enjoyment. Small and portable. Easy to bathe. Can eat cat food (without corn!).
I vote for ferret.