Looking for love.....Squirrel ove, that is

[Tunero]

Greetings to all you fellow squirrel lovers out there! Got up the nerve to write this post in the hope of re-connecting with a little furry bundle of joy. Just want to get the word out that should anyone know of a a young one or ones needing assistance and a home, (especially unreleasables), or due to a current caretaker undergoing extreme health and/or financial circumstances, or for any other reason, is unable to continue caring for their baby/babies, that I am available and waiting with an open heart and open hands to receive, care for, and provide a nurturing home.

Thanks to a recent connection with someone with access to a veterinary practice, and a list of vendors with which I was so graciously provided, I am in the process of putting together a dispensary of must have items to have on hand and be prepared for whatever situations arise. In addition, I also have an established relationship with a local vet that sees and treats exotics, including squirrels.

Tomorrow will mark one month that my beloved and cherished little 4 year-old bundle of joy departed this world. She is sorely missed and daily in my thoughts. How I miss holding her and interacting with her, feeding her, and putting her up for the night and watching her curl up, or in an extreme display of trust and total sense of security, lay back, belly up, paws in the air, fall into blissful slumber. What peace of mind and satisfaction that gave me, to know that I could provide that for her. Reading through the many posts on here, I have become aware that many (many more than I imagined) have been blessed with crossing paths with one of these special creatures and having them come into their lives. I do so miss her presence.

So please keep me in your thoughts, and think about me if you know of some little one needing a home. I would be a happy camper the day I should be able to welcome a little special one into my home, again.

Thank you

Al240931

[HRT4SQRLS]

Al, I was just thinking about you and wondering how you are. I knew you would still be missing your sweet girl. :grouphug

I would love to see you get another friend. Hang around Al. I have no doubt that another friend will come available that needs you too. I'll be keeping an eye out for you. Do you mind letting us know your state so that we can keep you in mind for a specific area. If you would prefer, you can send it in a PM.

I know you're looking for a NR but would you be interested in helping a baby if one needed rehab in your area.

[farrelli]

We seem to have a number of them lately looking for homes. Up for a trip to FL? Perhaps a squirrel train could be arranged if necessary:

http://thesquirrelboard.com/forums/showthread.php?47096-3-yr-old-squirrel-needs-home

[Tunero]

Dear HRT4SQRLS and farrelli,

Thanks for replying to my post. I stepped out shortly after posting, to visit with friends. After returning home, I waited a while before signing on here. While I was signing on, I steeled myself prepared to see no responses. What a pleasant and uplifting surprise to see both of your responses!

HRT4SQRLS: Yes, I would be happy to lend a hand in any way I'm able to assist these little ones, and farrelli: yes I have been following the recent postings and am aware that there are quite a number of little ones out there needing care and/or a permanent home. My first reaction was, that due to the distances involved (Alberta, CN and Lakeland, FL) it might be logistically challenging if not outright not doable. But until you mentioned it, I didn't remember about the "squirrel train".

To be honest, A couple of weeks ago I offered to help with rehoming "Cherry" whose current caretaker asked for help in taking her in. I had researched flights to Tampa and was prepared to fly down to pick her up and drive back with her in a rental car. However, her squammy expressed a preference for someone local. In her place I'd probably also find it difficult to see her go somewhere far away where I couldn't see her ever again. So I left the matter there. Seriously though, if I had the means and the time, I would travel even further than that. However, I am practical, and I would rather wait and put my resources to better use in caring for a little one. By the way, I live near Chicago.

So in the meantime, I have resolved to be patient and continue waiting and hoping for the next opportunity.

Thanks for your concern and encouragement,

Sincerely,

Al

[ctmom]

Ah Tunero I feel your pain.
It has been 2 months since my guy "Monkey" has left me.
My house seems so empty and I long for a NR should one need a home.
I miss all that fun interaction we had together.
I still mourn for him.
I never imagined how my life would change once I had a squirrel in it.
They are pure magic. Always entertaining you.
I hope we both find one to call our own soon..

[Tunero]

Ah Tunero I feel your pain.
It has been 2 months since my guy "Monkey" has left me.
My house seems so empty and I long for a NR should one need a home.
I miss all that fun interaction we had together.
I still mourn for him.
I never imagined how my life would change once I had a squirrel in it.
They are pure magic. Always entertaining you.
I hope we both find one to call our own soon..

I agree with you CTMom. They are very special, little unique souls that teach us so much about life and how to be happy. Many were the times I'd tell my lttle one how much I'd like to be one myself.