World Parrot Refuge - Latest comments on Goodbye to Esther

Shannon F. [Visitor] in response to: Goodbye to Esther

Shannon F. [Visitor] — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 05:33:40 +0000

Hello Esther
We shall all remember you
from the squeaking to the squawking
To the quirky things you do

From my first time at the refuge
You really caught my heart
and now that I can't see you
some has been ripped apart

Your friends here at the refuge
now miss your famous call
"Hi Esther Esther Esther"
You said to one and all

I know now you have plumage
to match your Loving heart
"Hi Esther Esther Esther"
Fly free as you depart.

Love,
Shannon

Grant [Member] in response to: Goodbye to Esther

Grant [Member] — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 19:49:16 +0000

Thanks to all the commenters for adding their perceptions of Ester the Wonder Bird! He was an amazing friend to us all. I still miss him of course, but I notice how easily the other parrots at the refuge sooth any pain I still feel. They are all such a gift and a distraction from my own small cares in life.

Thanks again for your kind words
Grant
Volunteer videographer

Sammi Morrison [Visitor] in response to: Goodbye to Esther

Sammi Morrison [Visitor] — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 21:00:37 +0000

I came to see the parrot refuge my summer in B.C. I fell in love with Ester and came back many times that summer just to see him. I left that summer with a heavy heart, knowing that next summer he might not be there. When we came back last summer I beggged my grandparents to take me to see him. It took alot of begging but I got to see him. He was an amazing bird with a huge personality. He will forever be in my heart. I will miss him dearly. Fly high, fly free, be with god.
-Sammi Orillia, Ontario

juanita pina [Visitor] in response to: Goodbye to Esther

juanita pina [Visitor] — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 20:24:58 +0000

It's so hard to wite this message.He was just the best!!! I have the same cancer that he had.I will miss him so very much!Ican't belive how much you can love a bird that you only knew from the web. site but I did very much he's fun to watch.But most of all my heart goes out to the staff there.You were great to him and it showed!!! thank u for all the love u give these beautiful birds!!! juanita meredith n.h. usa

Nerisa Hall [Visitor] in response to: Goodbye to Esther

Nerisa Hall [Visitor] — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 19:12:33 +0000

I came to Coombs last April while my husband was working in Qualicum and decided to explore the parrot refuge for the afternoon after seeing your website and watching the video of Esther.

After looking at all the magnificent parrots on both sides of the building, I went to the back room to interact with the parrots. As soon as I entered the room, one funny and loving little parrot walked up to me. I bent down and he grabbed my sweartshirt sleeve and pulled himself up onto my arm. I wondered if it was Esther and so I asked him and he replied, "Hello Esther". He was such a lovey bird. He played with the drawstring from my hooded sweatshirt as I walked around and looked at the other birds. He was truly a special bird as he captured and held my attention for my entire visit. I must of held him in my arms for a good hour and he was quite content to nestle down and rest his little head on my shoulder.

Such a sweet little boy, I am terribly sorry to hear about his passing. He will be sorrily missed.

Maxine and Mike [Visitor] in response to: Goodbye to Esther

Maxine and Mike [Visitor] — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 22:10:42 +0000

What a wonderful tribute to our dearest feathered pal, Esther. He brought so much joy to our hearts..and many others..my first day volunteering there 2 years ago, Esther was helping Wendy with our 'training' and I remember him asking me "Do you want a cup of coffee?" He saw my coffee cup and was so smart he put the two together....He melted our hearts and has given us so much joy in our time there. We miss him terribly and will never forget him. He will always hold a special place in our hearts. He was the refuge, his absence leaves an awfully big space to fill....Goodbye Esther, in our hearts forever!

Kathy Iverson [Visitor] in response to: Goodbye to Esther

Kathy Iverson [Visitor] — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 16:17:32 +0000

When I was up there to give up my love handsome, for my husbands peace and quite, I meet Ester, what a beautiful bird and how you wonderful people took care of her, God has truley touched you all to care for his creatures.
It makes me sad for you all who truley cared for that beautiful bird.
I still miss my baby, who is now your baby and I know he's in good hands.
I do need your full address again, i have misplaced it and wanted to send a gift to the kids for play and a little something for helpng out on care.
Thanks again

Margaret Daniel [Visitor] in response to: Goodbye to Esther

Margaret Daniel [Visitor] — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 04:53:15 +0000

Oh my.... I just read about Lesters passing.I share your sorrow. Lester was a God send to me the day I gave up my Umbrella Cockatoo(Bailey) to the refuge.I was weepy and so so sad. I remember he called out his own name loudly and repeatedly. He circled me and perched himself atop my foot untying my shoelace.He demanded to be noticed. My pain was somewhat lessened because of him.
Through my tears there was a smile.He will live in my memory with fondness.

Thankyou to Wendy ,Lacey and staff for all you do.
Margaret Daniel

Tonia [Visitor] in response to: Goodbye to Esther

Tonia [Visitor] — Sat, 25 Oct 2008 21:54:01 +0000

We have met Esther only once and were utterly charmed by his amazing spirit and will to not only live but to live life to the fullest. We were so very touched by this beautiful creature's desire to welcome us to the sanctuary. Our deepest sympathies to his guardian angel, Wendy, and to all the staff of the WPR.

Gloria Taylor [Visitor] in response to: Goodbye to Esther

Gloria Taylor [Visitor] — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 01:51:39 +0000

So sad, but happy that Lester/Ester had non-stop fun in his time at the Refuge. He was like the little brother who followed you around while you took care of his neighbours. He always had something to say as you worked to tidy up around him. It is always hard to say good bye to someone who has been so large in your life but the memories will continue to remind us how special Lester was.
Thank you to all the caretakers who looked after Lester and made his life so special.
Gloria